Below Average Fish Report Sees Continued Decline in Hebgen and Madison River Fisheries by Keely Larson Effect Dams Have on the Fisheries

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BigBig Sky, Sky, LoneLONE PeakPEAK LookoutLOOKOUT MontanaMontana Awards ceremony Out with a bang brings community Fireworks ban in Big Sky back together under consideration By Katrina Lang County has drafted an ordinance County due to HIGH wildland Big Sky Chamber of Commerce hosts Big Sky Youth Corps Intern banning open burns and setting fire danger.” off fireworks in Big Sky and The open burn ban has already awards dinner back in person Fourth of July West Yellowstone, and they gone into effect in Big Sky, but approaches during voted Wednesday afternoon. As a fireworks ban has not. The this historically of press, no decision had been Gallatin County ordinance Ahot and sdry June, everyone is reached. would make “a violation of these concerned about fireworks, The Madison County Board of bun bans technically a criminal especially in Big Sky and West Commissioners issued this state- charge.” Yellowstone. “Candidly, most of ment before noon on Wednesday Brown says that 99% of the calls the public comment we received after an emergency meeting was over the past week was from Big the commission received were called, “Due to forecasted high from Big Sky, all requesting a Sky and West Yellowstone and it wind, record high temperatures, only makes sense,” said Gallatin fireworks ban. Fortunately, many low relative humidity and cur- organizations in town are already County Commissioner Zach rent severe drought conditions Brown in an interview Monday, listening. "The Big Sky Ski Edu- within Madison County, a burn cation Foundation has decided “They are already designated as ban and fireworks ban is in effect high fire hazard areas.” Gallatin to forgo the operation of our for all private lands in Madison fireworks stand this year," writes fireworks continued on A2 Artists out & about 4th ever Big Sky Artisan Festival Daniel Bierschwale accepts his award as the Nonprofit Person of the Year. PHOTO COURTESY BIG SKY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE to be held on Saturday By Austin Samuels hundred twenty people were The dinner's purpose was three- [email protected] permitted to attend the event fold, to overview the Chamber of in person at the Talus Room in Commerce’s business functions hat a year it Summit Hotel at Big Sky Resort. for the year, announce the five has been. Over Tickets to the event were sold out award winners and motivate the one hundred before the Big Sky Chamber of audience going forward with a businessmen and Commerce was able to advertise keynote speaker. The five awards Wwomen gathered to reflect on the the event. “The feeling for the announced were the Emerg- year 2020 and looked forward to event was electric, even before ing Entrepreneur award, the the future with great enthusiasm. when we were gearing up to be Nonprofit Person of the Year, The 24 annual Big Sky Chamber in person,” programming and Business Person of the Year, the of Commerce Black Diamond community manager Caitlin Chet Huntley Lifetime Achieve- Business Awards dinner took Quisenberry said. ment Award and the Business of place on Tuesday, June 22. One the Year. chamber dinner continued on A2 Below average Fish report sees continued decline in Hebgen and Madison River fisheries By Keely Larson effect dams have on the fisheries. federal resource management [email protected] NWE is the owner and operator agencies to provide annual of both the Madison and Hebgen funding for implementing FERC A look at the last Big Sky Artisan Festival in 2019. PHOTO COURTESY BIG SKY ARTISAN FESTIVAL FB rout fisheries are below dams, and with help from the license requirements, which 20-year averages in the FWP report, NWE can obtain include protection, mitigation By Austin Samuels community. “It’s a really great our workshops or Music in the upper reaches of the a Federal Energy Regulatory and enhancement (PM&E) of [email protected] way for artists to interact with Mountains, we are always trying Madison River and at Commission (FERC) license that fisheries, recreation and wildlife each other and interact with the to promote artists, and I think THebgen Reservoir. While Hebgen allows NWE to operate hydro- resources. et ready to decorate community,” Arts Council of Big that’s what this event does,” and Madison dams work in part power systems on both dams. Hebgen Dam forms the Hebgen your living room. Sky events coordinator China Reevers said. to mitigate temperatures and The agreement between FWP Reservoir and serves as a water Everything from Reevers said. maintain flows, an already hot In years past, the Artisan and NWE allowing hydropow- storage facility to control flow jewelry, to textiles, This will be the first year that Festival has been put on by summer heightens concern for er systems on both dams and into the Madison Dam. Madison to photographs will be sold on the forests and the fish. G the Arts Council of Big Sky is re- Kate Tompkinson, the owner of seven others on the Missouri Dam, which forms Ennis Lake, Saturday at The Big Sky Artisan sponsible for the Artisan Festival. the Trove West in Big Sky. The Every year, Fish Wildlife & River is referred to as the 2188 is a power generating dam, but Festival. The festival will be held The Arts Council is incredibly festival has been held in the Big Parks (FWP) biologists complete Project. The 2188 Project lists is not generating power this year from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on excited to take on this event to Sky Meadow Village, from 2017 an annual report for NorthWest- requirements for NWE to follow due to turbine replacements. Saturday, July 3. The festival is try to help fulfill their mission of through 2019. This year marks ern Energy (NWE) on topics to operate the dams. NWE estab- Both are meant to address ther- an “open air market” for aspiring promoting all art. “Our purpose the time that the festival will be pertaining to the health of the lished a ten-year memorandum mal issues in the Madison River local artists to showcase and sell as the Arts Council is to promote held in the Big Sky Town Center Madison River fisheries and what of understanding with state and below the Madison Dam and their work to members of the all kinds of art, whether that’s at the Fire Pit Park. fish report continued on A5 art continued on A2 Lone Peak Lookout A2 July 1, 2021

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After the five awards were announced, there was a special keynote speaker to end the evening. Chantel Schieffer, the President and CEO of Leadership Montana gaveBig her Sky, speech titled “Life After COVIMontanaD: The Lessons We Can LONE PEAK LOOKOUT Take With Us”. The speech was Lone Peak Lookout clearly impactful to the audience according to Quisenberry, “It was silent in there. You could tell people were really listening to Established in 1982 her speech.” BIG SKY, MONTANA Scheiffer spoke on how all of our lives have changed because Editor: Cori Koenig of Covid-19 and what we can learn from it, so that we can rec- [email protected] ognize some positive takeaways Publisher: Susanne Hill from the experience. “We’ve all been through so much over the Advertising/Sales Rep.: Susanne Hill • past year, and it is so exciting to 406.596.0661, [email protected] be able to link arms and take this Bill Frye accepts his award as the Emerging Entrepreneur. PHOTO COURTESY BIG SKY CHAMBER OF community to the next level,” COMMERCE Intern Reporter: Austin Samuels, Sheiffer said. Sheiffer spoke for Nonprofit Person of the Year – Board for putting the long hours our kids to learn in the library [email protected] about 45 minutes to the capti- 2021 Winner Daniel Bierschwale, in to put Big Sky first by sharing and for the adults to unwind vated audience before the night Staff Writer/Customer Service: Keely Larson Big Sky Relief and Big Sky Resort information and keeping this and gather at the Corral. Big Sky came to a close. [email protected], 406.465.2937 Tax for working tirelessly to town moving forward. His con- has greatly benefitted from all of Here are the 2021 Black Dia- lead our community’s COVID tinual calm and displays of integ- their contributions and will con- Contributor: Samantha Suazo mond Business Award winners: response by coordinating the rity were instrumental in some tinue to do so for years to come. Designer: Christine Dubbs Emerging Entrepreneur – 2021 operational partners and leaders, of the biggest projects launched Business of the Year – 2021 Winner Bill Frye, Encore Electric initiating and running the free for our community this year. Winner The Outlaw Partners for his boots on the ground ap- community wide surveillance Chet Huntley Lifetime Achieve- for keeping us connected and proach to increasing his business testing, and other communica- ment Award – 2021 Winners informed this last year with Editorial Policy by increasing his presence in tions to Big Sky regarding the Dave and Kathy House, The their weekly Town Hall series, Guest editorials are intended to acquaint our the community for offering his pandemic. Corral Bar and the Big Sky their Friday Afternoon Clubs readers with different viewpoints on matters of electrical services to some of Big Business Person of the Year – Community Library Kathy and and community reporting on all public importance. Guest editorials and letters to the Sky’s largest projects including 2021 Winner Kevin Germain, Dave House have been a part of issues. the new Swift Current 6 Chairlift editor reflect the opinion of the writers and do not Lone Mountain Land Company the fabric of Big Sky for several Storage Building. and Chair of the Resort Tax decades now offering a place for necessarily reflect the opinion of the editor or the staff of Lone Peak Lookout. Fireworks from A1

Press Release Policy Jeremy Ueland, Program Direc- works including Big Sky Resort, bans fireworks, fireworks will not extremely overcautious when tor of BSSEF. The foundation ac- Spanish Peaks Club, Moonlight be allowed in Big Sky and people campfires in designated areas. If • Lone Peak Lookout staff will give all press releases knowledges that it is losing one and the Yellowstone Club. won’t need to figure out where someone doesn’t respond well, full consideration, but ultimately retains the authority of its most significant fundrais- Fireworks are always banned they fall in the patchwork of reg- Megaard says, to keep trying. If to determine whether or not to publish releases. ing opportunities by canceling on federal lands. The BSOA last ulated lands. Fireworks are also they aren’t responsive and danger • Content must be factual and objective. firework sales; but hopes their week indicated that it discour- restricted to different hours and seems imminent, call 911. actions will help prevent possible aged but did not ban fires, and days in Bozeman and Belgrade. • Lone Peak Lookout may edit submissions for People who are identified as fire spreads this Fourth of July. whose covenants ban fireworks Big Sky Fire Chief Greg the source of a wildland fire face grammar and content. Similarly, the Arts Council of except for the Fourth of July, Megaard says his best advice large fines and legal action if a • Lone Peak Lookout reserves the right to make all Big Sky has canceled the fire- has not responded to requests for the town during these next ban is in place. In 2018, a teen- to comment on a local firework determinations relative to the above policy. works display at the Indepen- few weeks is to "have people be ager was fined $36 million for dence Day event and banned all ban as of press time. The BSOA really cognizant of where they're the fire he started with fireworks personal fireworks to be lit at the is the largest homeowners associ- at, what they're doing, and the in 2018. Nearly 20,00 fires are Letters to the Editor Policy event, both during the event and ation in Big Sky. Other owners impact [of their actions] on the caused by fireworks annually Lone Peak Lookout encourages the opinions of after the concert concludes. associations, such as West Fork community as a whole." The according to the National Fire and the Town Center say they readers on public issues and matters of local concern. Even without a county wide most important thing that people Protection Association. do not have specific firework can do to help limit fires is to Letters must be close to 350 words. Please include ban--which would mean fire- This is a developing story. See regulations. be aware, he says, whether that’s the writer’s name, address, email and phone number. works were banned everywhere, www.lonepeaklookout.com for most large landowners and clubs If Madison County follows informing neighbors of the dan- updates. These letters do not necessarily reflect the opinion have banned both fires and fire- Gallatin, and Gallatin County ger of recreational fires or being of Lone Peak Lookout staff and we reserve the right to edit content for grammar, good taste and libel. We Art from A1 also reserve the right to reject or delay publications. The festival will include around This festival will be a huge a personal connection with an sell their art, according to Mc- 30 different booths selling a wide opportunity for aspiring artists artist,” Reevers said. Clellan’s website. Display & Classified Advertising Policy variety of artwork. These artists in the community trying to Some of these artists are repeat These education events will Lone Peak Lookout accepts most advertising, but will be flocking in from all over make a name for themselves. partners with the Arts Council of continue to be put on through- makes final determination on placement and content the state for this event. Including Having the opportunity to meet Big Sky. A few of the artists have out the summer by the Arts touted artists from Missoula, with community members and acceptability. The advertisements in this publication been involved in the Arts Coun- Council of Big Sky. These events Helena and Three Forks. The ma- discuss their artwork with them are not necessarily the opinion of or supported cil’s annual art auction every will be spread out throughout jority of the artists however, will will be monumental. It is truly winter. Several of the artists have the summer starting July 9 and by Lone Peak Lookout. Please note: Our client be from Gallatin County. This invaluable to be able to put a face also put on educational work- ending September 18 according information is confidential. turnout is an effort to support with the product. “Being able to shops with the Arts Council this to the Arts Council of Big Sky’s artists in our community and the see people on that face to face summer and years past. Artists website. If you are interested in surrounding communities. “We level is big because sometimes Subscription Rates such as Patrick McClellan, who learning more info about the are always looking to meet new you’re just seeing artwork in a recently led a plein air painting events put on by the Arts Coun- Lone Peak Lookout is a complimentary publication, artists and help the ones in our gallery or a restaurant, so it’s workshop for the Arts Council, cil, visit https://bigskyarts.org/ available at newsstands around the area. The community,” Reevers said. really nice to be able to form will be attending the festival to events/. following subscriptions are also available if you’d like us to send it to you each week: • In-State — $35/1 year or $60/2 years • Out-of-State — $45/1 year or $75/2 years (e-edition complimentary with print subscription, by request) Drier and drier • $30 — 1 year e-edition Wildfire containment improves despite increases in drought severity • $40 — 6 mos. print/1 year e-edition By JOLENE PALMER nity emergency notifications [email protected] visit https://madisoncountymt. gov/595/Community-Emergen- Postmaster: Please, Send Address Changes to: hen a portion cy-Notifications. Lone Peak Lookout, P.O. Box 365, Ennis, MT 59729 of the U.S. is Here’s a glimpse via InciWeb Phone: 406.579.6877 classified as at Montana’s three major fires, suffering from Email: [email protected] up to date as of Monday, June severeW drought, historically 28. observed impacts listed by the Robertson Draw Fire NEWS AND ADVERTISING DEADLINE: U.S. Drought Monitor include low crop yields, high fire dan- 12 p.m. Mondays This 29,474-acre, hu- ger, stress on trees and land- man-caused fire was 45% con- scapes and stress on wells and tained but continuing to spread. Any submissions to our paper, including photos or livestock ponds. That’s where It ignited on June 13, spreading Madison County and much of through grass brush and timber The U.S. Drought Monitor is updated weekly on Thursdays. Here’s content, may be used in any of our print and digital Southwest Montana sit as of as the town of Red Lodge, seven a look at Montana as of June 22, with Madison County classified as products. June 22. miles to the north, looked on. experiencing severe drought. Portions of the eastern party of the state, Those dry conditions are Evacuations of surrounding colored red, are now in extreme drought conditions, one category under expected to continue. As of areas were ordered and later the most intense classification (not seen on this map) as exceptional Monday, June 28 there were no lifted as of June 20, but many drought. U.S. DROUGHT MONITOR MAP significant wildfires burning in areas are in evacuation warning Southwest Montana, but condi- status and several Forest Service tions remain ripe for a wildland and Bureau of Land Manage- June 15. Containment increased Deep Creek Canyon Fire blaze to ignite. Local officials ment closures remain in place. to 72% on June 28, with a max FOLLOW Just over 300 fire firefighting Located near Townsend., this urge caution as communities size of just under 4,000 acres. fire ignited via yet-unknown begin celebrating Independence personnel are assigned to this National forest and BLM lands incident. causes on June 13. The blaze, Day, with Madison County have been closed in the area, being managed for full suppres- US Commissioners holding a Crooked Creek Fire with pre-evacuation notices sion, burned 4,648 acres. On special meeting on June 30 for 25 residences in the area. June 24 the last public update to address a possible ban on Located 25 miles east of Two-hundred and sixty-two on Instagram! 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By Austin Samuels also raised a lot of money, but [email protected] for a different cause. $5,455,000 was donated to Historically “The Match” is coming to Big Black Colleges and Univer- Sky. sities(HBCU’s) and over 3.5 Unlike most sporting events million meals were donated to covered by the Lookout, this is Feeding America. a national event. Capital One’s This year’s version of “The “The Match” will be broadcast- Match” will feature two teams ed on Turner Sports or TNT. of celebrities once again. Brady However, it is a local event and Mickelson will be facing off because it is right here in our against Super Bowl Champion backyard. “The Match” will take quarterback Aaron Rodgers and place at The Reserve golf course the 2020 U.S. Open champion, in Moonlight Basin. For those of Bryson DeChambeau. “The you who have not seen or heard Match” will raise more money about this event in the past, for Feeding America, as well as “The Match” is a series of golf other charity organizations to match-ups that has taken multi- be named later (according to ple formats and usually features pgatour.com). celebrity players in order to Brady and Mickelson showed raise money for various causes. last spring that they were a force There have been multiple edi- to be reckoned with. Although tions of “The Match” through- they did not win the May, 2020 out the years, including two edition of “The Match”, the editions in 2020. tandem have become quite the The first of which was played golfing team. Both Brady and last May at Medalist Golf Club Mickelson are members of the near West Palm Beach, in Yellowstone Club and pair up to Southern Florida. The round hit the links quite often, accord- featured two teams of celebrities ing to golf.com. Though Brady’s squaring off with one another. golf game is not comparable to Former two-time Super Bowl his talent on the football field, Champion quarterback Peyton he has performed admirably Manning and legendary golfer in the past. Brady sports an 11 Tiger Woods teamed up against handicap, which means that his seven-time Super Bowl Champi- target score is 83, 11 strokes on quarterback Tom Brady and over par on a normal golf another legendary golfer in Phil course. Mickelson’s credentials Mickelson. Manning and Woods on the golf course have already would win by one stroke on the been spoken for. The six major last hole by a putt from Woods. champion winner recently took home the PGA Championship The version of “The Match” and was the oldest player to ever played last May was the first live win a major at age 50, according nationally televised sporting to golf.com. event since the lockdown in March. The event gave people Rodgers and DeChambeau a break from endless reruns are a new pair on the other of games and tournaments on hand. There is no record of tv and provided our sports- the two playing together in the crazed country a little taste of past. However, by just looking normalcy. The event also helped at the numbers, Rodgers and out our country by raising $20 DeChambeau will be heavily million in Covid-19 relief funds. favored. Rodgers sports just a 4.6 handicap, which would The second of which was come out to a target score of a played last November at Stone 76 or 77, just four or five strokes Canyon Club near Tucson, Ariz. over par on a normal golf course Manning played once again (according to thelines.come). and teamed up with three-time Rodgers’ teammate Bryson De- PHOTO COURTESY SBNATION NBA champion Stephen Curry Chambeau has quickly become against former basketball star one of the main faces in golf. Charles Barkley and Mickelson. Known for his massive drives, The Reserve at Moonlight Ba- 20 yards off of some fairways. downhill fairways and the fact Tuesday, July 6 at 3 p.m. and Barkley and Mickelson managed the 2020 U.S. Open Champion sin is a Jack Nicklaus designed The course is capped off by a that the course is approximately will be broadcasted on Turner to take hole 15 and close out the seems to be a perfect fit for The course and is very difficult. The 777 yard par 5 on hole 17. This 8000 feet in elevation. Sports. Expect more coverage of win over Manning and Curry. Reserve golf course. course features many long holes hole seems much longer than it “The Match” next week. This version of “The Match” “The Match” will take place and steep cliffs and hills just is however, because of the steep sports Coverage sponsored by this amazing business: Lone Peak Lookout A5 July 1, 2021

fish report from A1 provide year-round minimum flows of 1,100 cfs. Maintaining flows is a component of the FERC license. “Generally speaking, the entire Madison has great flows compared to most other rivers because of the dam and also that pulsing in the lower river,” Travis Horton, FWP Region 3 fisheries manager, said. He mentioned that as the summer progresses, many if not all major rivers will experience fishing closures, pushing the traffic to the Mis- souri and the Madison. With the Madison Dam not generating power this year, the dams exist to maintain Hebgen Reservoir levels and keep fish from dying in the lower Madison, Horton said. Horton described the effects of pulsing as a simple physics concept—a smaller pot boils faster. More water released into the river keeps the temperatures low. After fish kills in the 1980s below Ennis Lake and water temperatures reaching 88 degrees, NWE built a model to tell the dams how much water to let go to prevent temperatures from getting to 80 degrees. The results from the 2020 report for NWE are mixed, but overall, trout populations are below 20-year averages in both Brown and rainbow trout in Hebgen Reservoir greater than or equal to 16 inches. The black Trout in three reaches of the Madison River greater than or equal to 10 inches. Black lines Hebgen Reservoir and the Madi- line represents management goals. PHOTO COURTESY FWP represent management goals. PHOTO COURTESY OF FWP son River. The report defines the most concerning portion being River, similar trends have been rainbow trout were one-year old Brown trout in the Pine Butte ment goals in all three sections. river temperatures exceed 75 the near lack of brown trout 6-11 observed over the last 20 years,” and only 250 out of thousands section declined by 15% from “Overall, the trout fisheries are degrees for three days or more. inches in the Norris section of the report noted. Rainbow trout were over 11 inches. Brown trout 2019 and rainbow trout were below average. The lower river is Expanding the closure to the the Madison River in 2021. This and their sizes were trending were stable for the fourth year in similar to 2019 estimates. Brown worse for brown trout…and that dam was deemed necessary due section reached a 20-year low of upward, while brown trout sizes a row in the Varney section. trout decreased to a 20-year low one is kind of a poster child for to whitefish and trout mortalities 459 brown trout/mile this year. remained below management “It makes me think there’s a re- in the Norris section and rain- the general decline we’ve seen in observed last month. Brown and rainbow trout goals. lease of competition and preda- bow trout were below the 20-year brown trout. Low density, overall The cause for the May fish kills were below management goals Brown and rainbow trout at tion from adults because they’re average. Horton said biologists lack of juveniles and still a bit is still undetermined, but Horton for Hebgen Reservoir in 2020. least six inches long were below not there and that allowed the are still doing studies to get accu- higher proportion of large fish,” said the more conservative we Brown trout were estimated to the 20-year average in the upper recruitment to be really high,” rate age-specific mortality rates. Horton said. can be on the lower Madison, have decreased by 56% since Madison. Horton said. A lack of larger and Trout greater than or equal to On June 25, FWP enacted a the better. With unseasonal high reaching a 20-year net catch peak Rainbow trout at least six inches older fish may have allowed for six inches were below the 20-year hoot owl closure from 2 p.m. temperatures in mind, Horton in 2017. long were above average in the the younger population to thrive average in all sections of the until midnight from Madison is concerned about what that “Although this is concerning Varney to Eight Mile Ford Fish- in the upper river. If these fish upper Madison, save for rainbow Dam to the Madison River’s con- may mean for the fisheries this when considering recent declines ing Access Site (FAS), the highest survive that would bode well for trout in the Varney section, same fluence with the Jefferson River summer in brown trout elsewhere in number of rainbow trout in this the fishery, but Horton brought with 10-inch trout including Var- at Headwaters State Park. Hoot Montana including the Madison section in 20 years. Most of these up that the 2019 class did not see ney. Trout greater than or equal owl closures are initiated when many fish reach adulthood. to 16 inches exceeded manage- Lone Peak Lookout A6 July 1, 2021 Lone Peak Lookout A7 July 1, 2021 Lone Peak Lookout A8 July 1, 2021

When recreating on the water this summer, be safe and follow the law! Wardens are seeing many water recreators out of compliance

Submitted by MT FWP MyFWP page do not count as licenses. Unseasonably warm weather is • Required Safety Equipment on occurring early in Montana, and boats: Multiple citations have many boaters and anglers have been issued this summer for been going to the local reservoirs insufficient safety equipment on and other waterways to get some boats. By law, the following are relief from the heat. However, required for noted watercraft: along with having fun, folks need to follow all the laws while o a wearable U.S. Coast out and about. Wardens have Guard-approved person- been checking a slew of boaters al floatation device must and anglers recently, and some be readily accessible for common issues are recurring as every person on the vessel, summer is getting underway: regardless of age. This includes, but is not limited to, • License possession while all boats, kayaks, paddle- fishing: Many anglers contact- boards, jet skis and canoes. ed this spring and summer have not had their license in o all vessels 16 feet in length possession while fishing. This is and over must have one a requirement by law. Anglers U.S. Coast Guard approved are required to produce their throwable personal flotation fishing license when requested device that is immediately by a game warden. available for use. A good recommendation o Children under 12 years of is to carry the original print- age must wear a life jacket ed license and hold a digital on a boat less than 26 feet in “copy” on a phone as a backup. length that is in motion. The digital phone copy is legal, o Towing/Skiing: provided the license is quickly accessible and saved as a PDF, * There must be at least *screenshot of the license or two people on board a photo of the license. Some- a towing vessel, one operator/driver and one * Exception: motorboats missing their required decal. • AIS Check Stations: * Proof of Inspection times, anglers have tried to rely less than 26 feet long Paperwork: Many on spotty cell phone service to observer. If the operator o all motorboats, sailboats o all WATERCRAFT are is 12 or younger, the that are propelled by or personal watercraft that required to stop at all open nonresident boats that look up their licenses via the an outboard motor and have been contacted do internet, which has not always observer must be at least are registered in Montana AIS check stations. Folks 18. are completely open must display two validation doing “drive-bys,” whether not have their proof of worked. Save a copy that you construction (no closed inspection paperwork can find immediately! * The person(s) being decals. Current validation intentionally or uninten- spaces where gasoline decals are red in color and tionally, are being cited. in their boat while on See how to carry a dig- towed must be wearing fumes may be trapped) the water. Please always a U.S. Coast Guard-ap- are in effect for a three- o all NONRESIDENT ital fishing license here: are not required to have year period expiring Feb. carry these. https://www.youtube.com/ proved life jacket a fire extinguisher. WATERCRAFT must be in- 28, 2023. Validation decals spected before launching in For more information on fishing watch?v=V7ZKU67TO90&ab_ o Fire extinguishers: All mo- • Validation Decals on Boats: may be obtained, free of or boating laws, please pick up a channel=MontanaFWP torboats must carry a U.S. Montana. This is required Wardens have found that most charge, at any Fish, Wildlife by law. copy of the 2021 Fishing Regula- o *ALS Receipts and screen- Coast Guard-approved type boats have followed this rule, & Parks regional office or at tions or Montana Boating Laws. shots of “Items Held” on the B fire extinguisher. however, a few boats are still the fwp.mt.gov website. Good luck and be safe out there!

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MDT hosts Targhee Pass Lightning ignites Highway Open House in Yellowstone’s first fire of 2021 Submitted by YELL Public is being immediately sup- • Campfires must always be Affairs pressed. attended and cold to the touch West Yellowstone • A visitor reported Yellowstone’s • The parkwide fire danger level before abandoning. Soak, stir, first wildland fire of the year on for Yellowstone is HIGH. feel, repeat. the evening of June 24. Staff display Targhee turn lanes • Currently, there are no fire • The Greater Yellowstone area • The Elk Creek Fire, 0.1 acre in restrictions. However, park staff is a fire-adapted ecosystem. project plans, answer questions size, is located on a ridge south is monitoring conditions and Fire plays an important role of Blacktail Drive and west of may put restrictions in place in in maintaining the health of Submitted by Takami Clark swered,” Michael Grover, Project open house is an opportunity to Petrified Tree in the northern the near future. this area’s wildlife habitat and part of the park. vegetation. Design Engineer at the Montana provide feedback before plans are • Campfires are only permitted The Montana Department of Department of Transportation, finalized. • This fire is being suppressed within established fire rings in • Stay informed about current Transportation (MDT) is hosting said. “We strive to be available Those who cannot attend the due to an unfavorable location campgrounds and some back- fire activity in Yellowstone. an open house for the Targhee at any time for questions and event can still provide comments this early in the fire season and country campsites. Turn Lanes project and is seeking comments but find these events by contacting Takami Clark at public input. This meeting will especially helpful as they call takami@bigskypublicrelations. be held at the Povah Commu- attention to specific community com or calling the project hotline nity Center located at 10 Geyser feedback and get conversations at 406-207-4484 during business Street, West Yellowstone on July going.” hours. For more information BSSEF Firework Stand 14 from 4 to 7 p.m. Open houses The Targhee Turn Lanes project about the project, visit bitly.com/ Submitted by Jeremy activity this season and hope consider making a tax deductible are opportunities for the public will improve a one-mile stretch targheehwy. Ueland that anyone who decides to use donation to our program this 4th and media to learn more about of US 20, a highway that runs The Department of Trans- them does so safely, legally, and of July season instead of buying upcoming work and provide through West Yellowstone and is their thoughts on project plans. portation will make reasonable Due to the high fire danger responsibly. We will be doing our fireworks. well-trafficked by out-of-state vis- accommodations for persons already present in Big Sky, and part by not offering fireworks for Click here to make a donation Attendees can expect an open itors on their way to Yellowstone with disabilities who wish to weather forecasts calling for sale this summer. via our website: https://bssef. room format with display boards National Park. Improvements in- participate in the open house or more hot and dry conditions, Unfortunately, the decision to com/product/donate/ and project plans. Staff will be clude widening the highway with need an alternative accessible for- BSSEF has decided to forgo the not open the stand will result in available to collect feedback and a center-turn lane between Old mat of this notice. If you require Thank you for your support operation of our fireworks stand a loss of vital revenue for our or- answer questions. No formal US 20 and Denny Creek Road, as an accommodation, contact the and understanding, we look this year. We want to ensure ganization. The fireworks stand presentation will be made and well as a left-turn lane at Denny Department of Transportation forward to seeing you around the safety of our community is one of our largest fundrais- all are welcome to attend any Creek Road. These improvements no later than July 9 to advise us town this summer and enjoying this 4th of July and preserve the ers, bringing in about $45,000 time between 4 and 7 p.m. Per aim to reduce the number of of the nature of the accommoda- our community events together surrounding environment. We each year. We need your help to CDC guidelines, COVID-19 rear-end crashes in the area. tion that you need. Please contact safely. believe fireworks are a high risk recover from this loss. Please prevention measures such as Before the project heads to Matt Maze, Office of Civil social distancing and masks are construction, engineers are Rights, P.O. Box 201001, Hele- recommended for unvaccinated developing project plans and col- na, Montana 59620; telephone people. lecting feedback from the public (406) 444-5416; Montana Relay “Open houses are a chance to on the design. Construction is 711; facsimile (406) 444-7243; or Kruin Seibert joins ERA meet face to face, discuss con- currently anticipated to occur in e-mail to [email protected]. cerns, and get your questions an- 2024 but schedules may shift. The Landmark Real Estate Submitted by Mitch Immenschuh

Robyn Erlenbush, Broker/Owner of ERA Landmark Real Estate, is pleased to announce that sales associ- Hello hoot owl ate Kruin Seibert has joined our Big Sky office. Kruin was raised in Montana and is a graduate Warm water, low flows prompt fishing from University of Montana with a B.S. in Resource conservation and fire management. Kruin has developed over 30 years of first hand experience with this restrictions on several rivers area. As a result of his many years in Montana, he Submitted by MONTANA FISH, Lower Big Hole River hoot owl All stress to fish at this time of will be able to help buyers find their desired piece of WILDLIFE AND PARKS restrictions from the confluence year is cumulative, and anglers paradise, which means an easier sale and less stress with the Beaverhead River to should consider fishing in cooler for you. Angling restriction on several Notch Bottom FAS; waters during times of low flows Kruin can be reached at (406)640-0287 or kruin@ rivers went into effect June due to Upper Big Hole River full fish- and high water temperatures in eralandmark.com warming water temperatures and ing closure from Saginaw Bridge rivers. Anglers can help reduce PHOTO COURTESY ERA LANDMARK REAL EASTATE low flows. This is in addition to on Skinner Meadow Road to the stress for fish by following these lower Madison hoot owl closure North Fork Big Hole River; practices when catching and re- announced earlier this month as leasing fish, though fish mortality well as full closure of the lower Jefferson River entire river hoot may still occur: Property appraisal notices coming owl restrictions; Ruby River. • Fish during the coolest times of The restrictions include what Sun River hoot owl restrictions day, where permitted. from Department of Revenue from the mouth of Muddy Creek are commonly known as “hoot • Land the fish quickly. owl” closures, which means to the Highway 287 Bridge. Submitted by MT Dept. of “It’s important that Montana If property owners disagree fishing is closed from 2 p.m. to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ • Keep the fish in water as much R ev. property owners review this with the department’s determi- midnight, and some full fishing drought policy provides for as possible. information thoroughly,” said nation of value for their prop- closures. The closures and re- angling closures when flows drop • Remove the hook gently. Using The Montana Department of Brendan Beatty, Director of erty, they may submit a Request strictions will stay in effect until below critical levels for fish, when artificial lures with single and Revenue is mailing property the Montana Department of for Informal Classification and conditions improve. water quality is diminished, or barbless hooks can make hook classification and appraisal Revenue. “If property owners Appraisal Review (called Form The closures and hoot owl when maximum daily water removal faster and easier. notices to all owners of residen- wait until property tax bills are AB-26) within 30 days of the tial, commercial, industrial, and sent in November, it will be too date on their notice. Owners can restrictions include: temperatures reach at least 73 de- • Let the fish recover before agricultural land properties, late for the department to make electronically submit the form, grees for three consecutive days. releasing it. Beaverhead River hoot owl The current forecasts for hot showing their market and taxable corrections or adjustments that download it, and find more in- restrictions from the mouth to daily temperatures and existing • If high temperatures and ex- values for the 2021-2022 two-year could impact the value of the formation at MTRevenue.gov. Laknar Lane Bridge; tremely low flows persist anglers low flows prompt implementing valuation cycle. property for the 2021 tax year. So The public can find contact may want to consider fishing Smith River hoot owl restric- restrictions now. These notices are not tax bills. please review the notice as soon information for local Depart- areas with less stressful tem- tions from the confluence of the They include the department’s as possible and contact us if you ment of Revenue field offices by These closures are designed to peratures and conditions, such North and South Fork of the determination of market or pro- have questions.” visiting MTRevenue.gov/Contact protect fish that become more as larger lakes or reservoirs, or Smith River to Eden Bridge south ductivity value for your property Forest land notices mailed are or by calling (406) 444-6900, or susceptible to disease and mor- higher elevation waterbodies. of Great Falls; tality when drought and warm and will be used by your county for years 2021-2026, as forest land Montana Relay at 711 for hearing Shields River full fishing closure water conditions exist. treasurer to determine the prop- is valued every six years. impaired. from the mouth to Rock Creek; erty taxes owed.

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Astronomical event Eyes west on July 11 Submitted by Joe With only 6% visibility it will be Witherspoon a very thin Crescent Moon. On the 12th the Crescent Moon will Venus and Mars will meet up be about 4 degrees above and to and be joined by the Moon. To the left of the Venus Mars pair. see this event look West where The 13th the Moon will be about the Sun set about 9:55 PM on July 10 degrees above and to the left 11th through 13th. You will see a of the Venus Mars pair. bright Venus and right next to it For more information contact will be a dimmer ruby Mars. On Joe Witherspoon, director of the the 11th the Moon will be about Cottontail Observatory at (406) 4 degrees to the right of Venus. 842-7722. FWP seeks comment on This local chickadee enjoys a clean feeder. PHOTO BY JOLENE PALMER several wildlife- Keep bird feeders clean or put related proposals them away for the summer Comments due July 26 Submitted by MT FWP wildlife plan, 2021 elk and deer Submitted by MT FWP birds around your feeders, please kill bacteria. Rinse the feeder contacted FWP. FWP may want muzzleloader season, 2021 elk contact your local FWP office. and allow it to dry completely samples for testing. Wear gloves Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks shoulder season and 2021 con- To prevent the spread of disease, Bird feeders should be removed before using it again. Disinfect and wash hands thoroughly is seeking public review and tractual public elk hunting access such as salmonella, bird enthu- in the event illness is observed. your birdbaths as well. afterwards. comment on several wildlife-re- agreements. siasts should consider either re- The ground under feeders should • Clean your bird feeding area If you live in bear country, lated items approved for com- moving their bird feeders for the also be cleaned as droppings will More information on these by washing all structures hold- please consider placing feeders ment during the recent Fish and summer or cleaning the feeder contain the salmonella bacteria. items can be found on the FWP ing your feeders and raking greater than 10 feet high, and Wildlife Commission meeting. regularly. Montana Fish, Wildlife website under “Public Com- Even when there is no sign the ground surrounding the more than 4 feet from nearby Proposals include the 2021 wolf & Parks has received several ment Opportunities” at https:// of disease, feeders should be feeders. trees and bring them in at night hunting and trapping season, phone calls recently about dead fwp.mt.gov/hunt/public-com- cleaned and disinfected at least or keep your feeders down nongame check-off workplan, birds around feeders and birds • If you have observed sick or ment-opportunities. every other week, or even weekly. for the active bear season. If pheasant releases, Jordan urban with crusty eyes. dead birds, do not reinstall Prevent overcrowding by spread- your feeders for a few weeks. bear activity is observed in the Birds don’t need supplemen- ing feeders out or using feeders As birds begin to migrate and general vicinity of the feeder or tary food in the summer. They that only allow a few birds to visit cease traveling in flocks, it will your home, the feeder should be ADVERTISE WITH US. typically eat naturally occurring at one time. be okay to put feeders back up. removed permanently. food, such as insects, during this Cleaning feeders time of year when they are nest- If you find a dead bird, place email:connect@ ing and rearing their young. • Clean your feeders with warm, it in a double plastic bag. Please soapy water. Disinfect with a keep the bird in a cool location Lone Peak Lookout. lonepeaklookout.com If you suspect that you are 10 percent bleach solution to (such as a cooler) until you’ve Your Partner in Community. seeing sick birds, or find dead Lone Peak Lookout A12 July 1, 2021 Community Corner a focus on the good stuff LPHS volleyball player goes national Rising junioR Maddie Cone joins 16u Montana state volleyball teaM foR national touRnaMent

#8 Maddie Cone goes up for a block in a game this past weekend. PHOTO COUR- A look at the Montana U16 state select team in Orlando. PHOTO COURTESY MARK CONE TESY MARK CONE

By Austin Samuels the team from a Class C school, the other was a mem- Cone believes that she performed well in Orlando and [email protected] ber of the Bighorns 12C foes Manhattan Christian. has grown significantly as a player through this expe- The team had a rigorous schedule while in Orlando. rience. She explained that she had to switch positions “I was super excited.” They played three or four games a day, with the possi- once she joined her new team because of her height. These were the words used by Maddie Cone when she bility of playing up to 15 games this past Tuesday in the “I’ve been playing right side(hitter) during the tourna- was approached to join the Montana U16 state select single elimination tournament. ment, when I usually play middle hitter at Lone Peak because I am one of the tallest,” Cone said. volleyball team. This past winter Cone was approached The Montana state select team had some success while by the state select coach to join their team and play in in Orlando. Cone states that they had won a handful The Orlando tournament is the last time that the a national showcase tournament in Orlando, Florida. of games over the past weekend, including all of their select team will play together in 2021. Cone states that The rising junior volleyball player was a standout on games on Saturday, however the competition was stiff. she hopes to play with the select team next year and the LPHS volleyball team last year. However, this was a She recalls playing a tough team from the Detroit area expects many of the same girls to be back next year as new test, she would be playing against some of the best in which every girl seemed like they were at least six well. volleyball players the nation had to offer at the show- feet tall. Cone believes this experience isn’t just an accom- case tournament in Orlando this past weekend. The plishment for her, it’s a win for all young athletes in Big experience was one to remember for Cone, “It’s been The tournament was littered with Division 1 caliber talent, as well as Division 1 scouts and coaches. Cone Sky. She hopes this trend will continue for Lone Peak great to play at the highest level of volleyball for my athletes going forward, “People from small schools like age,” Cone said. recalls spotting coaches from Louisiana State Univer- sity, University of Utah and the University of Colorado Lone Peak can compete at the highest level, which I The Montana U16 state select team is made up of girls Boulder in attendance. She believes that many of the think is really cool to see,” Cone said. 16 and under from across the state of Montana. The girls could end up at a school of that caliber, “A lot of majority of which however, are from large AA schools girls that I played with and against could play D1,” from across the state. Cone was just one of two girls on Cone said.

sponsored by Lone Peak Lookout B1 July 1, 2021 Arts & Entertainment The show went on What Big Sky’s Theater learned from the pandemic By Ella Henslee ly into the music and the art that Big Sky Youth Corps Intern is being created.” In fact, this summer, the Grammy-award Amazingly, during Covid, when winning choir The Crossing will Broadway itself closed its shows- hold concerts in two different -Warren Miller Performing Arts Big Sky locations, surrounding executive director John Zirkle the audience in a performance never stopped doing what he’s in a high alpine open field, and done for nearly a decade--bring- allowing the audience to walk ing the most diverse, interest- through the music in a forest in ing performing arts he could the other. imagine to audiences in Big Sky. Zirkle is excited about the For the entire year, the shows at possibilities. “ I’m personally WMPAC went on: Except that interested in learning how we for a good percentage of the can create mobile low-impact time, the audiences didn’t come experiences environmentally to the theater--and a lot of times but high-impact experiences the performers didn’t either. socially. We’re looking into how In fact, in the beginning days, performing arts can complement Zirkle put on a suit and sat alone the environment. It is difficult in the green room as he coordi- because nature is distracting nated with tech director, Andrew and unpredictable. So that’s an Blessing, in another room, to ongoing discussion that takes a present the first live streaming lot of flexibility.” events to the public, with artists Another pandemic discovery: located thousands of miles away. You can run shows for a hand- At first, video seemed like the ful of people. Zirkle, who often wrong approach for a live the- found himself focusing on audi- ater. But Zirkle quickly realized ence numbers in the past, had to it arguably made sense, “Warren undergo a dramatic shift when Miller [the theater’s namesake] these numbers were required to was a filmmaker so the virtual be reduced. “Covid caused me access honors Miller’s legacy in a to reflect on how we can make special way.” the theater feel full even if it isn’t Looking for ways for WMPAC physically full....when an audi- to connect to and continue ence can’t come to the theater its mission was Zirkle’s most in person?” Zirkle sought out creative challenge during 2020, the answer to this question in and although it isn’t an experi- creative ways like making the ence he’d like to relive, he says audience and performers the he finds himself using his Covid same people in the “Through the John Zirkle, WMPAC executive director, and Andrew Blessing, WMPAC tech director, experimenting with socially distanced theater spring 2020. experiences daily in planning 4th Wall” experience. Next win- Photo COURTESY JOHN ZIRKLE post-pandemic productions. ter, expect to see more intimate For example, the pandemic small scale experiences where audience members become ac- still learning. The performing moving forward. It’s certainly we become nicer versions of season begins on July 11, where made gathering safest outdoors. arts industry has been fighting more convenient.” ourselves. When we’re in a space “Keep Your Head Down” a musi- So Zirkle brought a classical pia- tors at WMPAC as a result. against virtuality for a long time As much as the pandemic with others, when a performer cal in development, will be per- nist onto the golf course last win- Finally, Covid taught Zirkle to but things like sports have taken makes a mistake we don’t im- formed. WMPAC will continue ter, and the socially-distanced embrace technology and video stretched Zirkle’s creativity, he’s full advantage of the internet. looking forward to returning mediately criticize it, instead, we providing an online option for audience skied around him--a more fully and creatively, lessons The idea of watching a concert or encourage them to keep going. anyone who is interested. Tickets sold out event even during a he will continue to utilize. to a more normal theatrical a play or something live like that experience this summer. “There’s It is a positive social experience are available for purchase online, bitter cold snap. The result, “We “The virtual viewing option is online has never really taken off that brings people together.” and while masks are welcome are definitely interested in doing definitely something that I think something magical about being but it may be time to explore that in a physical space with other The Warren Miller Performing they are not required. things outdoors and around Big I would like to keep exploring,” again. I think that will change Sky. This can help people be real- he said. “We are obviously people. In that environment, Arts Center’s regular summer Steep Canyon Rangers kick off Music in the Mountains on July 3

Submitted by Brian Hurlbut The Steep Canyon Rangers are big players in the bluegrass, coun- The Grammy-winning sounds try and Americana scene today. of North Carolina’s Steep Canyon Since their inception in 2000, the Rangers will fill the Big Sky Town band has racked up a Gram- Center on Saturday, July 3, for the my Award (and a nomination), first concert in the Arts Council numerous International Blue- of Big Sky’s acclaimed Music grass Music Association awards, in the Mountains free summer several number one albums, and concert series. a reputation for incredible live The concert will take place in performances. In 2020 the Steep the Town Center Plaza, on the Canyon Rangers released two south end of the Wilson Hotel, albums, both on Yep Roc Re- and will start at 7 p.m. Open- cords, including North Carolina ing the show are local bluegrass Songbook, a recording of their sensations Laney Lou and the live performance of all North Bird Dogs. Admission is free, but Carolina Songwriters performed parking at various lots around in 2019 at Merlefest in Wilkes- the venue will be $10 per vehicle. boro, NC. This was nominated Carpooling, walking or riding is for a Grammy for Best Bluegrass strongly encouraged. Food and Album. The band won a Grammy beverages will be available from in 2013 for Nobody Knows You, several vendors, but no glass con- and was also nominated in 2012 tainers or dogs are allowed into for Rare Bird Alert. the concert area. Town Center Laney Lou and the Bird Dogs Avenue will be closed for the are an energetic Americana band duration of the concert. from Bozeman that infuses four- The usual location of the concerts part harmonies, engaging song- will be Len Hill Park, but the area writing, and rock-n-roll drive isn’t quite ready for the crowds into a modern approach to tradi- typically seen for the Arts Coun- tional folk music. Coming from cil’s free concerts. Instead, the varied musical backgrounds, the Steep Canyon Rangers kick off Music in the Mountains on July 3. Photo COURTESY ACBS plaza will act as the venue until five-person ensemble creates a the park is available on July 15th. sound unique to them, but one that finds common ground by Amy Helm, Leftover Salmon, “We’re not that far removed The July 3 concert is the first forecasted high temperatures and “We’re really excited to utilize adding the energy of Montana’s Town Mountain, and many more. from the COVID restrictions,” of two events that take place high fire danger. the new plaza for a big concert,” big sky country into their music. While the Arts Council is excit- notes Hurlbut. “We just ask that over the holiday weekend. The For more information on these says Brian Hurlbut, the Arts The Bird Dogs have been taking ed to again be hosting concerts everyone is respectful to one Tiny Band once again returns to events please visit the Arts Coun- Council’s Executive Director. “It their infectious sound on the road after taking last year off, the non- another. We all want to have a Big Sky for another epic con- cil’s Facebook page or their web will be a great gathering space for since 2013, supporting acts such profit organization is stressing good time and enjoy the music, cert on July 4 in the plaza. This site at bigskyarts.org. the community and it no doubt as The Travelin' McCourys, The that the safety of the concertgoers but let’s just do that in a safe and year, however, there will be no will be a fun event that kicks off Steeldrivers, The Steep Canyon is paramount. courteous manner.” fireworks as the Arts Council the summer music.” Rangers, The Jeff Austin Band, has cancelled them due to the Lone Peak Lookout B2 July 1, 2021 BE WELL State officials report alarming trend of Fentanyl-related fatalities in Montana

Submitted by Jon Ebelt gitimately prescribed opioid, but with and can contain highly “To have 68 opioid overdose any time there is a suspected Multiple state agencies, in- containing fentanyl have been potent fentanyl.” calls one month this year is overdose and the individual is cluding DPHHS, DOJ, Montana State officials said Monday, the found in the state. A DPHHS Health Alert significant.” exhibiting symptoms such as Medical Association, Board of alarming increase of fentan- “This is an ongoing investiga- Network message to medical In 2020, Montana averaged 45 loss of consciousness, extreme Pharmacy, Board of Medical yl-related fatalities in Montana tion, but we know that coun- providers was recently is- opioid overdose calls per month. drowsiness (nodding out), Examiners were involved in that occurred in 2020 does not terfeit pills laced with fentanyl sued through a collaborative, Thus far in 2021, the state has irregular or absent breathing, the statewide rollout in 2017 of appear to be slowing down thus are manufactured overseas and cross-agency information-shar- averaged 54 opioid overdose vomiting, snoring or gurgling naloxone through the standing far into 2021. smuggled across the border ing effort involving DOJ and calls per month, including noises, has pale/cold or clammy order issued by DPHHS. The Montana Department before coming to Montana. DPHHS. Lockerby said the U.S. a sharp increase that began skin and slow or no heartbeat. DPHHS continues to work of Justice’s State Crime Lab The federal government must Drug Enforcement Adminis- in March with 68 calls – the Counterfeit pills laced with closely with law enforcement, reported 41 fentanyl-related secure the border and stop the tration, the DOJ-Division of highest number of calls in one fentanyl may require additional health care providers and social deaths in 2020, up from 19 in flow of drugs into our country,” Criminal Investigation, and month over the last three years. naloxone. service agencies to ensure that 2019. Through May 2021, there’s Attorney General Knudsen local law enforcement have all In 2018, the state averaged 18 The 2017 Legislature passed adequate supplies of naloxone already been 22 total confirmed said. “Even a small amount of been working together on the calls a month, and in 2019 it was HB 333 that made it possible for are available statewide. fentanyl-related fatalities, fentanyl is enough to be fatal. criminal investigation as well. 24 monthly calls. the State of Montana to issue Giving naloxone to a person including 11 statewide in April No one should take pills that This is an issue impacting Some cases also required high a standing order to prescribe who has not taken an opioid alone. were not prescribed to them and multiple counties. The 11 deaths doses of naloxone to reverse the naloxone on a statewide basis. will not hurt them. “If someone “This latest trend is extremely parents need to talk to their kids in April occurred in Missoula, overdose. “In Missoula Coun- This standing order allows Mon- is experiencing the signs of an concerning and adds to the about the dangers of ingesting Bozeman, Cascade, Yellowstone, ty, we are seeing a tremendous tanans to get naloxone from overdose but you are unsure if it already existing deadly and unknown substances.” Butte-Silver Bow and Flathead. increase in the application of select community organizations is due to an opioid, it is recom- and pharmacies at no cost. costly impact illegal drugs have Department of Public Health Overall opioid calls on the rise naloxone and in some instances mended to administer nalox- in Montana communities,” said and Human Services (DPHHS) the use of higher doses used First responders, public health one,” Meier said. “By saving Governor Greg Gianforte. Director Adam Meier expanded Not only has there been a sharp by law enforcement prior to professionals, and others can lives, we are providing individ- on this message. “Do not take rise in fentanyl-related deaths, EMS arriving to the scene is also access naloxone for free by uals with the opportunity to get Fentanyl is a synthetic and but DPHHS data also indicates participating in a DPHHS-spon- short-acting opioid analgesic. It pills that you can’t prove came occurring,” said Don Whalen of the treatment they need.” from a pharmacy and only take that simultaneously there’s been Missoula Emergency Services. sored Master Trainer course was developed for pain manage- an uptick in overall opioid over- and can then train others to Learn where to get naloxone in ment treatment of cancer pa- pills prescribed to you,” Meier Naloxone is a safe medication Montana www.naloxone.mt.gov said. “Remember that street dose calls to Emergency Medical administer naloxone. tients and is 50-100 times more Services (EMS) statewide. and should be administered potent than morphine. Due to drugs may look like prescription its powerful opioid properties, pills, but may be counterfeit. Do Meier said the health depart- fentanyl is abused and illegally not rely on markings, size, or ment collects and analyzes EMS manufactured. lettering.” data which provide critical information to identify potential Donors urgently needed: Attorney General Austin Bryan Lockerby of the DOJ Division of Criminal Investiga- drug overdose trends because Knudsen said the DOJ con- EMS are often the first on the tinues to work with local law tion said it’s important people Red Cross still facing understand the dangers of in- scene. When a sharp rise in enforcement and other states to drug overdose-related calls is investigate the situation. DOJ gesting any unknown substance. “This is critically important,” detected, DPHHS shares this officials believe that fentanyl information with medical pro- severe blood shortage Lockerby said. “It’s crucial that is being sold as a substitute for viders and other partners. heroin meant for injection drug Montanans – especially youth use, or in the form of counterfeit - understand how dangerous “Clearly, overall opioid-re- Hospital blood demand remains high pills. DOJ reports counterfeit these pills can be, especially lated calls to EMS statewide pills, disguised to look like a le- when you take into account the are trending upward, and this as nation heads into holiday week pills have likely been tampered continues in 2021,” Meier said. Submitted by Matt Ochsner In most cases, those who have important, the Red Cross is also received a COVID-19 vaccine can screening all blood, platelet and The American Red Cross donate. However, knowing the plasma donations from self-iden- continues to experience a severe name of the manufacturer of the tified African American donors blood shortage that is negatively vaccine they received is import- for the sickle cell trait. This affecting blood product availabil- ant in determining donation additional screening will provide ity across the country. Donors eligibility. Black donors with an addition- of all blood types – especially Upcoming al health insight and help the type O – are urged to make an blood donation Red Cross identify compatible appointment to give now and opportunities in July blood types more quickly to help NONSTOP HEALTH CARE help ensure hospital shelves are patients with sickle cell disease. stocked with blood products Belgrade Blood transfusion is an essential UNDER THE BIG SKY over the Fourth of July holiday 7/10/2021: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., treatment for those with sickle and beyond. 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As a if applicable, within one to two Bozeman result of the blood shortage, some weeks through the Red Cross Saturday | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday thru Friday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. hospitals are being forced to slow 7/12/2021: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Mon- Blood Donor App and the online the pace of elective surgeries tana State University Student donor portal at RedCrossBlood. Saturday 9 a.m. to noon until the blood supply stabilizes, Union Building, MSU-SUB org. delaying crucial patient care. 7/13/2021: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Blood drive safety Child Care Connections, 1143 In addition, while summer is The Red Cross has updated its Stoneridge Drive, Suite 1 traditionally a time when blood pandemic safety protocols in donations decline, this year is About blood donation alignment with the Centers for particularly challenging as many To donate blood, individuals Disease Control and Prevention Americans receive their vac- and Occupational Safety and cinations and resume summer need to bring a blood donor card or driver’s license or two other Health Administration. Fully activities after more than a year vaccinated individuals, includ- of limited interactions and travel, forms of identification that are required at check-in. Individuals ing staff and donors, no longer leading to lower donor turnout. need to wear masks or socially The need for blood doesn’t take a who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent distance. Unvaccinated individ- holiday break − patients still de- uals continue to be required to pend on lifesaving transfusions. where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and wear masks and socially distance. Donors are needed now to are in generally good health may Donors are asked to schedule an prevent further delays to patient be eligible to donate blood. High appointment prior to arriving at care. Schedule an appointment school students and other donors the drive. to give blood now by using the 18 years of age and younger also About the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, must meet certain height and Red Cross visiting RedCrossBlood.org, weight requirements. calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1- The American Red Cross 800-733-2767) or enabling the Donors can also save up to 15 shelters, feeds and provides Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa minutes at the blood drive by emotional support to victims of Echo device. completing a RapidPass®. With disasters; supplies about 40% of RapidPass®, donors complete the the nation’s blood; teaches skills As a thank-you, all those who pre-donation reading and health that save lives; provides inter- come to give July 1-6 will receive history questionnaire online, national humanitarian aid; and a Red Cross embroidered hat by on the day of donation, from a supports military members and mail,* while supplies last. And, mobile device or computer. 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By Austin Samuels Big Sky Community Park at 8:30 for the 4th of July 5K Road Race [email protected] a.m. The second option is to run is a great place to start!” Marino the race virtually. This option is said. Ready, set, go! The July 4 5K run to cater towards people who are However, opportunities to is back in person this Sunday on unable or unwilling to participate support the BSCO do not stop July 4. Like many things in 2020 in the race because of COVID. after the race. R“ acers should also the 5K run put on by the BSCO The last option is the phantom be on the lookout for information was virtual last year. This year it is runner option. This allows people coming soon about our Town to back on at the Big Sky Commu- to support the BSCO without Trails trail run this September,” nity Park. All proceeds will go to- running in this year’s race. Marino said. wards helping the BSCO’s efforts Registration for the race will to improve our community. Community members can also be accepted online up until July look to volunteer for the BSCO The BSCO realizes the races’ 3 at 8 a.m. To avoid congestion online for various events such as importance to the community at the registration table on race their Trail Ambassadors series. and is thrilled to have it come day, runners can pick up their bib Another way that every commu- back. “Celebrating the 4th of July number and t-shirt in advance nity member can help out is by with our annual 5K Road race is at the BSCO office in the Big Sky being a good steward of the land A herd of runners charge out of the starting gates at the 5K in 2019. PHOTO COURTESY SARA MARINO one of our favorite events, and we Town Center from 12 p.m. to 4 and looking after Big Sky’s parks are so excited to be back together p.m. on Thursday or Friday. Reg- and trails. after holding the race virtually istration for the race cost $30. Brought to you by: last year. Big Sky is an active and If you are interested in coming The funds from the raise will go out to support, the 5K race will involved community, and this to the BSCO, who plans to put race is a fun way to stay connect- start at 8:30 a.m. on July 4 at the it right back into the commu- Big Sky Community Park. ed with each other and support nity. Funds and donations will the outdoor beauty of Big Sky go towards the maintenance of If you are interested in vol- Montana Owned and Operated we all love,” BSCO development community trails and parks that unteering with the BSCO, visit manager Sara Marino said. the BSCO oversees. https://bscomt.org/volunteer/. 2017 Recipient of the MSU Family Owned Business Award Runners and supporters of the The BSCO is always looking for BSCO will have a few ways to community support, especially Dedicated to our customers and our community since 1947 participate in the race. The first of on Sunday stating, “Coming out 1700 Lone Mountain Trail | 406-995-7111 which is to run in person at the EQUAL HOUSING Member FDIC americanbankmontana.com LENDER Not So Average joe GSD Brad Niva in his fourth week as Chamber CEO

By Keely Larson during Covid and showing ap- [email protected] preciation and respect for those businesses that made it through, Brad Niva moved to Big Sky who survived. at such a time that he gets to Niva joked that he can barely experience the Big Sky we all find the way to his house after knew before the pandemic ever about three weeks into his job. He happened. Or at least, a Big Sky likely would have had a hard time relatively removed from some beginning a role in guiding and of the more obvious pandemic advocating for local businesses in details. the middle of a pandemic. It stood out to him at the recent “I set pretty high standards Black Diamond Business Awards for myself to understand the Dinner, hosted by the Big Sky challenges and issues of the com- Chamber. As the new CEO for munity,” Niva said. the Chamber and Visit Big Sky, this was really Niva’s first time One of the not surprising issues meeting a lot of the business he is taking in stride is Big Sky’s community. He noted the housing situation. In fact, he overwhelming sense of gratitude planned to meet with five differ- people had for just being around ent restaurants this week to just each other, being able to hug, talk about what challenges they not wearing masks. The vibe have been facing and what the of this year’s awards was more Chamber could do better to assist focused on recognizing people in them. The Big Sky workforce the community who stepped up needs bodies, he said.

Niva described himself in these three ish words: passionate (for the business community), empathetic and embodying a lack of patience with bureaucracy. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAD NIVA

Bodies that, in some cases, do Regional Director of Tourism week, he is getting into the stuff “It’s the fun of being new and have beds ready for them. Niva for southern Oregon over the he loves—shaking hands and trying to put all the pieces togeth- mentioned the Yellowstone past five years. Niva met his wife, meeting people. er and making sure that I’m Club and Lone Mountain Ranch Babs, in Bend, Ore., and the two “I know what it’s like to be a trying to cover everything that have beds available for summer loved living in a ski town. business owner,” Niva said. Part I’m supposed to be covering,” he employees, but just no employ- “We’re never really going to get of his passion is working with said. ees applying for the jobs. Big the opportunity to do something businesses and making sure they At the Black Diamond Awards, Sky has a housing problem and like this again,” he remembered are getting what they need to be Niva ended up coining a term typically that is paired with a lack thinking. successful, and this fourth week that encapsulates his Big Sky mis- of workforce, but the perspective Babs is a surgical nurse and is just the beginning of working sion. He explained that if he was from these examples shows it a towards that goal. to have tattoos on his forearms, bit differently. Niva thinks she will end up working at Bozeman Deaconess and Places undergoing new lead- one arm would read ‘be a service.’ “If I knew where the workers their two teenage kids will start ership have an opportunity for The other, ‘get &hit done,’ or went, I could be the best guy in school at Lone Peak High School self-assessment, looking at what GSD for a community newspaper the world,” Niva remarked. Alas, in the fall. “We’re going to make they have accomplished and audience. he, like everyone else, has a few Big Sky our home,” Niva said. where they see themselves. Niva Niva is ready to be a part of the more questions about this issue is ready to dig into questions like Big Sky community, GSD, and than answers. He described the first week in his new role consisting of getting what the Chamber needs, what expressed his adoration for how Niva has a background as a to know his staff. The second, the community needs and how welcomed he has felt so far. small business owner. In Oregon, meeting those on the Big Sky the Chamber fits into those needs “That’s a real compliment to this where he recently moved from, Resort Area District Board. and start coming up with some community,” he said—its ability he owned three recreation-based Third, delving into the budget, answers. Brad and Babs Niva and their two, soon-to-be Big Horns, Piper and to welcome visitors and new tourism companies. After and finally, now in the fourth residents with warmth. Riley. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAD NIVA selling these, he ended up as the Lone Peak Lookout B4 July 1, 2021

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Osprey population increasing in Montana, but the wildlife management success story includes some conflict

The osprey populations has increased significantly since the pesticide TDD was banned in the early 1970s. PHOTO COURTESY NORTHWESTERN ENERGY

Submitted by Jo Dee Black ment and caused a power outage. Another threat to osprey, ravens Osprey build nests by dropping and other avian species also re- The recovery of the osprey sticks to their chosen site while quires action by the public. population, a raptor that returns in flight. Unsecured baling twine picked from the south each spring to up by birds and used in their the western 2/3s of Montana, is a “Traditionally, they look for dead trees, snags, with the tops nests has devastating, deadly success story that began almost consequences. 50 years ago when a widely used broken off for a nesting place,” pesticide, DDT, was banned. said Restani. “Power poles, espe- The birds can get tangled in the cially those with cross arms, are twine and cannot escape. But this wildlife management often the choice of younger osprey success story comes with some This spring the male of a pair of looking to establish a new nesting osprey that nested on a platform conflict. Younger osprey in site. It is dangerous for the birds search of nesting sites to breed near Whitehall died after its and it is damaging to NorthWest- talons caught in part of a coil of and hatch eggs will build nests ern Energy’s system.” on power poles, causing outages baling twine the birds had picked and putting the birds at risk of Deterrents are PVC pipes that up and used in their next. electrocution. are secured above power poles’ “It’s really distressing to have cross arms. When osprey drop this result,” Restani said. “The NorthWestern Energy crews sticks in flight on a power pole, were in Augusta in early June to crew called to remove the dead the PVC pipe prevents them male said the female had aban- Bar • Steakhouse • Motel install raptor nest deterrents on from hitting their target and the power poles, along with a nesting doned the nest, which did have a sticks fall to the ground. Five couple of eggs in it.” platform to encourage osprey to are now installed in the Augusta choose a safe nesting site. area, along with a raptor nesting Baling twine should be secured “We don’t know if historically platform to encourage the birds to in a covered container and dis- osprey had been in the Augusta nest in the safe location. posed of properly to prevent osprey or other birds from picking Patio open area or not, if the species is colo- NorthWestern Energy relies on it up to use in nests. nizing a new area in Montana or customer reports of osprey or recolonizing,” said NorthWestern other raptors beginning to build The Yellowstone Valley Audubon Prime Rib Fri/Sat/SUN Energy Biologist Marco Restani. nests on power poles and other Society has a Twine Collection & The new, or perhaps returning, equipment to proactively remove Recycling Site in the Laurel area. Augusta-area winged residents the sticks before nests are com- For more information on the built a nest on a power pole this plete and eggs are laid. project, go to https://yvaudubon. Sunday Breakfast Buffet spring just outside the substation org/baling-twine-recycling/. “The public has been extremely serving the community. The nest helpful with this effort,” Restani caused a fire on the pole and fall- said. All Summer 8 A.m. - 1 p.m. ing nest debris damaged equip- hiring Today - bonus $$ Open 8:00 A.M. ClOsed MOndAy & TuesdAy

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By Doyle A Ranstrom CFP® term renters who were living in the makes Big Sky run. Think of it this is really good thing. Because I wondered if some who voted neighborhood where others will [email protected]. unit. As I walked towards them, I this way, if you own an expensive they live in the community year- “yes” would have voted “no” if they want to live. had the feeling their first thought sports car, how far can it go with- round and are a big reason why a had known that at the time of pur- So, please make long-term renters I was visiting with a friend and was wariness. So, I think they were out gas? Or if you own an elite resort town is a community. They chase, the highest priced unit ever feel welcome. In the rare case fellow owner in the HOA where pleasantly surprised when I intro- electronic vehicle, what is its value spend the money they earn sup- to sell in our HOA was bought by a when a renter breaks the rules, my wife and I reside. We were duced myself and said welcome to if it cannot get electricity? Workers porting all types of businesses who business for some of their employ- talk to them or the unit owner. It agreeing to disagree on most the neighborhood. are the gas or electricity of Big Sky. would otherwise struggle during ees to live. Would this business works, trust me. And make sure everything until the individual The reality is resort communities Without them, a resort community the off-season. They also support have still bought the property for your HOA welcomes long-term stopped and told me how much like Big Sky want workers, but of- is just a bunch of wealthy people and are involved in community the same price if they had known renters. One, it's the right thing it was appreciated that I was kind ten do not want them living in our who are wondering who is going to activities. In other words, they the current HOA Board was going to do. But if that does not inspire and friendly to the individual's HOA communities and often make open the next bottle of "fine" wine are part of the vibrant life of Big to implement parking regula- you, remember services that you long-term renters. The owner had them feel unwelcome. An indi- or make a blonde vanilla latte with Sky and turn a bunch of strangers tions that made their employees' think are vital are often being done been a resident in the HOA com- vidual recently told me that when extra whip. Or, they are looking at with different backgrounds into a lives more difficult and feel less by them. And if that does not munity, but now was renting the the individual and the individual's tall grass and wondering who will community. welcome? work, just remember making your unit to long-term renters. spouse moved to Big Sky years ago, make it shorter. I am sorry to say my HOA com- We have all had neighbors that we HOA an attractive friendly place to I thought to myself, wow, that's a they rented and worked multiple And workers have to live some- munity recently passed parking have wished lived someplace else, live will enhance the market value really low bar, treating neigh- jobs until they saved enough to place. As all of us know in Big Sky, regulations which among other or literally anyplace else, and Big of all the units. bors, whoever they might be, in buy their own residence. Though thousands commute for an hour things, makes life for long-term Sky is no exception. But most of PS. The Big Sky Community a friendly manner, is a reason to now owners, they still remember or more every day to work 8-10 renters who live here more difficult us have found that if we treat each Housing Trust is a nonprofit stop a conversation and say thank the feeling of not being welcome ten hours and then commute back. and feel less welcome. Though other with courtesy and respect, organization aiming to increase the you for something all of us should in the HOA community in which Other want to live in the commu- a majority of the residents voted the vast majority of residents housing options for local workers. be doing without thinking. A few they first lived. nity in which they work and would “no” or not at all, enough of those be they year-round residents, If you are not familiar with their days ago, I went across the street So, let's be clear, workers doing all like to buy, but simply cannot who voted “yes” for the measure seasonal residents, or renters are important work, check out them to introduce myself to some long- types of jobs or services. are what afford to do so. So, they rent and to pass. good people and make an HOA a out. Montana Night Sky Highlights for july

By Richard Stouffer the western sky. Venus is easily night of July 12 when the two the nighttime sky, rising at for the moon to the right of being full, only the brightest identified because it is the only planets are only about ½ degree about 11:50 p.m. By the end of Venus and Mars on the evening meteors from this shower will The highlights for the Montana nighttime astronomical object from each other. Mars and the month, Jupiter rises at 9:45 of July 11. The moon is full on be visible this year. The Delta night sky for July are brilliant visible in any part of the sky Regulus, the brightest star in p.m. and Saturn rises right at July 23. The moon then passes Aquarid meteors will radiate Venus shining brightly in the when it first becomes visible the constellation Leo, pass even sunset time. Turning to the between Saturn and Jupiter on from the southern direction of evening sky accompanied by a about 20 to 30 minutes after less than ½ degree from each morning sky, speedy Mercury the evening of July 24 and below the sky near the current location much fainter Mars. Later in the sunset. As the month begins, other on the night of July 29. makes an appearance in the and to the left of Jupiter the next of Jupiter. nighttime sky, Mars and Venus Venus sets about 10:55 p.m. or a By the end of the month, Mars eastern sky early in the month. evening. Richard Stouffer Life-long are joined by the ringed planet little over 90 minutes after sun- sets about 9:55 pm. followed by Mercury is at its brightest and is For meteor shower watchers, amateur astronomer and former Saturn and the giant planet set. As the sky darkens further, Venus about 25 minutes later. most easily seen by around the the Delta Aquarid meteor show- member of Delaware Astronomi- Jupiter. Tiny Mercury joins look for reddish Mars approach- Turning to the next two planets end of the first full week in July. er takes place in July with a peak cal Society and National Capital the planetary parade as dawn ing the sickle shape forming the visible in the nighttime sky, as By around July 23, Mercury is occurring before dawn on July Astronomers approaches. head of the constellation Leo. the month begins, Saturn rises lost in the solar glare. 30. The Delta Aquarids can pro- As July begins and darkness As the month begins, Mars sets in the eastern sky about the time As for the moon, the moon duce up to 10 meteors per hour falls, look for the brightest of about 15 minutes after Venus. that Venus sets in the western passes to the left of Mercury on in the Montana night sky. With the planets, Venus, well up in Venus catches up to Mars on the sky. Jupiter follows Saturn in the morning of July 8. Look the moon being just a week past

HopeA Column for for Familythe Caregiver Caregivers Patriots standing in the gap By Peter Rosenberger grated. This grandmother found It is often stated that soldiers and less visible army of volun- There is much more to being a his wife, Gracie, live in Madison herself with an impaired son and leave a part of themselves on the teers. Those volunteers are family patriot and citizen than reciting County and Peter serves as the di- A recent caller to my show for vulnerable grandchildren. battlefield. Sometimes, caregivers caregivers who stand in the gap the pledge or raising a flag. – rector of music for Madison Valley family caregivers shared her When considering the word work to compensate for the seen for wounded warriors—and often Jesse Ventura Baptist Church. journey caring for several grand- “caregiver,” most think of caring and unseen wounds of injured their families. www.hopeforthecaregiver.com children. Combat related PTSD for the elderly. Yet many kinds service men and women. While Their acts of devotion not only Peter Rosenberger, a 30+ year led her military son down some of caregivers exist—and each of our military is composed of those serve their loved ones, but also caregiver, is the host of the nation- dark paths—including drugs and them bear their own sadness and who volunteer to don the uni- honors this great nation. ally syndicated radio program, alcohol, and his family disinte- difficulties. form, there exists an additional Hope for the Caregiver. He and ADVERTISE WITH US. Email [email protected] Lone Peak Lookout. Your Partner in Community. to make a plan today Lone Peak Lookout B7 July 1, 2021 COLUMNS Mountain Grit: Training for the Long Haul The Training Corner By Patricia ‘Pat’ VanGalen, M.S. www.activeandagile.com

Hi Pat! If I can do it at 64, resurrected a yoga flow that I kitchen counter. No graz- 20 points. You shed 15 lbs, One BONUS worth men- DRINK to get healthier and others can, too. Please share had previously enjoyed. The ing. There would be quality and you’re smiling. Keep on tioning is that I no longer LEANER, exactly why Deb my story. first three postures were just protein at each meal, AND I doing what you are doing, and think about food, aside from will bet her jeans, that fat loss Fifteen months ago, I was enough. That night I slept would spread out those meals I’ll see you in six months for meal planning. I reclaimed takes place in the kitchen, at down-in-the-dumps, lethar- like a log. I didn’t even have evenly over a 10-hour window. some lab work.” valuable mind-space for both the table, the grocery store and gic, sleeping poorly, achy in to drag my butt out of bed the Today, my window is typically Over the year, I upped my my entrepreneurial and fit- the restaurant. There are no the knees and low back, with next morning. 9 hours. walking to 30:00 twice a day spunky grandmother spirit. shortcuts, just simple [not easy] a waist that was much bigger Day 2 …. Into the freezer Day 5 …. Five closets done! along with a 15:00 yoga flow. rhythms to our day. than my hips, a barrel on bird and pantry, and OUT with the I walked 20:00 straight that At about the 8-month mark, I In closing, the jeans fit, my Deb demolished her Baselines, legs. I was taking BP and CRAP. I was an evening can- morning. Was I achy? Yes! decided to hire a coach to get joints don’t hurt, and I’ve reclaimed the Basics, and now sleep MEDs, along with lots of dy-cookies-ice cream junkie, But it was a different kind of me stronger. Pat, she refilled got quads and glutes. I am strives for new Benchmarks, NSAIDS for my aching joints. so I had to get that stuff out ache, not the kind where I had all my Buckets, by far, the booked for our next family re-generating her Game of Life. Needless to say, walking was a of the house. Now, it’s there, to pop a pain pill. best investment I ever made! rafting trip, and I can’t wait. You are an inspiration, Deb! chore and climbing stairs was and I enjoy it as an occasional The story continues …… my I trained with her privately Horses are a passion of mine, downright painful. treat. husband returned, sharing the 2X/week for about 4 months. so my next 2021 venture will The kick in-the-gut came Day 3 …. Off to the gro- trip experiences, but admit- Now, I attend her group definitely involve horses. when my two grown kids cery store. I stocked the ted that I was truly missed. I sessions, because I CAN. My training mates and I slam To everyone out there, YOU invited my husband and I to freezer with quality-protein said, “next year, I’m in.” Bear can turn your ship around. go on a five-day white water fish, meat and poultry, and in mind that he keeps himself balls, skip, leap, lift, ride that awful bike and more. We No, it’s not easy. But if you camping trip. flash-frozen berries and in great shape, doesn’t’ eat reset the rhythms of your day, veggies of all colors. I topped crap, is very active and hits thrive on the camaraderie, My husband went without and laugh a lot, too! that is, habits, patterns and me, and I am glad he did. It off our supply of fresh greens, the gym. So, when he opened practices, the benefits just broke my heart, but it was the peppers, fruits, along with the refrigerator, I heard …. … Back to my nurse practi- keep on coming. impetus I needed. olive oil, nuts, seeds, nut Hmmmm …. into the pantry, tioner for the annual check- Need coaching, contact Pat butters, eggs, Greek yogurt, another hmmmm. He came up. She said “YOU are a new Deb, 64 through www.activeandagile. The morning my husband some cheese, oats, coffee and a out with a smile and gave me YOU! NO more BP MEDS. A: Deb, you rebuilt and for- com or www.movingmoun- left for the trip, I took a 10:00 few spices. You know, REAL a huge hug. “Hey Babe, I’m in Looks like you kicked pre-di- tified your Hardiness Pillars tainsmt.com. For more on Pil- walk and decided to clean out food. I do enjoy my red wine, your court.” abetes to the curb, and the AND restored and filled your lars, Buckets and training tips one closet a day for five days. but I set a limit of one glass Six months later, I had an sleep aids too. Oh, and your Training Buckets. from Pat, see previous editions I was shocked when I found a on weekdays, max two on cholesterol numbers are all of Mountain Grit. appointment with my nurse We TRAIN and move more pair of jeans that I had worn weekends. within the optimal range. practitioner. She said, “whoa, to get healthier, stronger, comfortably 10 years ago! The YOU are an inspiration. See Day 4 …. I began to eat what the heck have you been faster and fitter, and to defy next day, I took another walk, you next year.” that time for 15:00. 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around Dorothy Vick and the Gallatin Canyon Sunday, July 4 Women's Club. It has been self-supporting Happy Fourth of July! since its inception and its mission is to provide Regular Events interdenominational services and memorialize Coming down the pike 8:30 a.m. Big Sky 4th of July 5K Madison County Board of the service of the Montana National Guard Sunday, July 11 Infantry Division who served in WWII. road race Commissioners Weekly Meeting WMPAC Musical Performance These services are provided by a litany of It's back! Come race in Big Sky this summer in “Keep Your Head Down” 9:30 a.m. every Tuesday ordained, patriotic, devout ministers from our annual 4th of July 5K Road Run sponsored Keep Your Head Down, the musical will be Notice: This Meeting will be available by around the world. More information can by Lone Peak Physical Therapy and BlueCross performing an episode of their production Webex. always be provided by calling 406-995-4089 or BlueShield of Montana. at the WMPAC. It was commissioned last Meeting link: https://meetingsamer.webex. by emailing [email protected]. Online registration for the in-person or virtual summer as part of WMPAC’s virtual Big Sky com race available until Saturday July 3 at noon: Summer Theatre Festival. This year, the Meeting number: 620 255 224 https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/BigSky/ project takes a leap forward with in-person Password: VCMadison Bigskyroadrace performances from all of the artists. Keep Your Host key: 136948 or ThisSaturday, Week July 3 Head Down is an episodic musical that uses Join by phone +1-408-418-9388 10:30 a.m.- 6 p.m. 5th Annual 7 p.m. -10 p.m. A Music In The docu-style interviews, original songs, and Big Sky Artisan Festival brings Mountains Special Presentation animation to debunk myths about the Asian- AA Virtual Meetings American experience. regional artists to Big Sky’s Town Presents, The Tiny Band Go to aa-montana.org The Tiny Band once again returns to Big Sky Center for another epic concert on July 4 in the plaza. Saturday, July 17 Big Sky will host artisans in the Big Sky Town Big Sky Human Development This year, however, there will be no fireworks Center for the 5th Annual Big Sky Artisan James Sewell Ballet returns as the Arts Council has cancelled them due to Clinic / WIA Festival. The festival will feature painters, WMPAC presents the hyper-collaborative and the forecasted high temperatures and high fire Mondays -Thursdays woodworkers, jewelers, and a wide variety of inventive group, locally known for performing danger. juried Montana artisans and local members of in ski boots, will team up with regional choir 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Roots in the Sky for a unique combination Fridays 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. the Big Sky Artist’s Collective. The festival will run from 10:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Saturday Tuesday, July 6 of movement and sound. Zirkle says the Telehealth counseling services available. July 3rd. The public is welcome to attend the 10 a.m. -12 p.m. Community show will specifically highlight the joys of festival in person where they can meet and togetherness we’ve all been missing. Big Sky Community Softball Acupuncture greet artists, purchase Montana made artwork Add a little Zen to your week! Bring a chair, League and enjoy great food and drink. yoga mat or blanket and join Kallie Harrison 1 p.m. Backyard Baroque Concert Mondays -Wednesdays Festival organizers are working hard to provide by the fire pit in town center for community Hosted By The Arts Council of a safe live event as we move through the acupuncture. 6 p.m. -8:30 p.m. recovery phases of the Covid-19 pandemic. Big Sky Big Sky Community Park Sanitation and social distancing measures will Join the Arts council of Big Sky for Backyard be put in place to ensure public safety. 2:30 -8:30 p.m. The Match, Big Baroque, an intimate house concert featuring Big Sky Community Farmers Time in Big Sky Community musicians from Boston, New York City, Seattle Market Viewing Party and Montana for the poetic music ofHandel, 7 p.m. -10 p.m. A Music In The Bach, Purcell, and Dowland in a program Come to the Town Center to watch the Wednesdays Mountains Special Presentation called “The Countertenor.” The event will take Match and celebrate with the community. 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. place at the Schwer-Toepffer residence in Big Presents, Steep Canyon Rangers Golf course, golf simulator and mini golf Big Sky Town Center Sky, and is sponsored by the Arts Council’s The Grammy-winning sounds of North course. Canned food and monetary donations Schwer-Toepffer Memorial Fund. The program Carolina’s Steep Canyon Rangers will fill the are encouraged, proceeds benefit Big Sky features renowned singer Reginald Mobley, The Soldier's Chapel Big Sky Town Center for the first concert in the Community Food Bank. interdenominational services Arts Council of Big Sky’s acclaimed Music in countertenor, who is joined by favorite the Mountains free summer concert series. John Lenti on theorbo and Elliot Figg on Sundays Wednesday, July 7 harpsichord, who returns to Montana after the 11 a.m. 9 a.m. -12 p.m. Weekly Morning Billings Symphony’s Vivaldi’s Four Seasons last The Soldier's Chapel interdenominational Hike January. The quartet is rounded out by services run every Sunday from the Fourth of This weekly morning hiking series in July and acclaimed Bozeman violinist Carrie Krause. July through Labor Day at 11 a.m. The Chapel August is a local favorite. Navigate the BSCO is open for daily meditation. The Soldiers trail system with a skilled interpretive guide. Chapel is a World War II Memorial in the Each hike explores a different area with experts Gallatin Canyon directly south of the Conoco from the community sharing their knowledge gas station. Its history began in 1955 when and skills in relation to various themes such as it served as the first church for the summer the land’s history and photography. residents and the dude ranches. It revolves