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• Custer Battlefield • Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area

• Maps • Calendar • Dining • Lodging • Camping • Events • Hunting • Fishing • Recreation \3 Montana State Library

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60 Miles East of Custer Battlefield on Highway 212 - the shortest route between the Black Hills and Yellowstone Park!

Visit l-listoric St. Labre Indian Mission & Sctiool / St. Labre Indian St. Labre Indian School School made Ashland, Montana a humble beginning in 1884 with the construction of a log cabin school operated by four Ursuline Sisters. Today, St. Labre is res- ponsible for the welfare and education of nearly 700 Indian children.

A The tipi of the Plains Indians inspired the architecture Visitors of the St. Labre Chapel. The great wooden beam that are welcome! runs through the ceiling skyward, rests in the "smoke hole" Tours Conducted 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. opening. On either side of this great cross beam are Memorial Day through Labor Day For more information, call (406)784-2200. beautiful stained glass windows.

Cheyenne Indian Museunn and Little Coyote Gallery Located on the Mission grounds, our museum and gallery feature an extensive collection of Indian artifacts from the Northern Cheyenne, Crow, Sioux and several other tribes. Items for sale include: ^^ Handmade beaded moccasins ^ Jewelry, keychains s^ Pocketbooks, beaded clothing » Paintings » Traditional Indian dancing regalia A For the processional cross of St. Labre Church, » Hand-painted eggs Christ (the man and savior) is represented by a » Pottery beautifully carved figure of the Cheyenne dog soldier and sun dancer.

A This Cheyenne love flute was carved by Grover Wolf Voice. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA 3 HARDIN HAS IT ALL!

Fish the Big Horn River!

It's the world-famous blue-ribbon trout stream.

Yellowtail Dam and Big Horn Canyon, upstream, offer boating, fishing, water skiing and tours. Connie Wanner photo

Make Hardin, Montana the base for your exploration of Custer Country Montana Certified City • Certified Local Government • National Register Historic District

See Legends Live!

Little Big Horn Days June 21-24, 1990 Featuring • Custer's Last Stand Re-enactment

Crow Fair, August 16—20, 1990 You will never see this kaleidoscope of color and ceremony surpassed. Legends of the Crow Tribe come to life through dance.

Hardin offers: Comfortable Accommodations • Great Dining • Historic Museums • Exploring • Rockhounding 'Custer'C^uKi^u Thoto'

For more information, contact: Hardin Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture • 200 N. Center • Hardin, Mt 59034 Custer Country Tour Guide— Custer Battlefield National Monument memorializes one of the last armed efforts of the Northern Plains Indians to pre- serve their ancestral way of life. Here in the valley of the Little Bighorn River on June 25 and 26, 1876, more than 260 soldiers and attached personnel of the U.S. Army met defeat and death at the hands of several thousand Sioux and Cheyenne warriors. See pages 47 and 48 for information concerning Battlefield hours and tours. Photo by Dan Martinez

Custer Country: a Land of Legends and Beauty

Custer Country! just under the surface cover and viced by Logan International Airport It's a land that tells the story of one offers the fruit of its industry. Lewis with daily flights into and out of all of the most famous battles between and Clark's Expedition of 1804-1806 major cities. Cultural events, art the Indian and the white man. first recorded the unusual rock for- museums, entertainment and But more than that, around its his- mations of the southeastern nightlife make Custer Country a toric center Custer Country is the Montana region. From the rimrocks complete package holiday for the traveler's and recreationist's discov- that frame the Billings valley, to entire family. ery land. Pompey's Pillar (a sandstone forma- —Gloria Wester For fishermen it's a paradise of tion rising from "nowhere," named variety. The famous Yellowstone by and inscribed by Captain William River offers rainbow and brown Clark), to the beauty of the badlands trout, sauger, catfish, ling and even of Glendive's Makoshika State Park, the live and fighting prehistoric pad- the geology offers a rewarding dlefish. Spectacular Big Horn excursion through Custer Country. Canyon Lake provides boating and And in Ekalaka's county museum waterskiing, then spills over the is a dinosaur collection from the area Yellowtail Dam to nurture the that ranks in a class with the fore- ^t"'^^\J^^R spawns of the Big Horn River, rated most dinosaur museums in the by many as the finest trout stream in nation. ^^L-*' "h^^^^I ^ the country. Fishing sites offer easy And where you see herds of cattle \ ^M access to fishing on all rivers. and sheep grazing and see horses

Pronghorn antelope, golden running in the wind, you find cow- m^k ). BkPs. s. . \!\:VS< ^^^^1 brown as the grasses they graze, are boys and cowgirls holding rodeos abundant in Custer Country. And and horse shows. Custer Country's from dusk to dawn the nocturnal calendar offers a full scale of events. whitetail and mule deer move from Add to these the tradition and spec- rm the river brushlands, from the draws tacle of the Crow and Cheyenne and coulees to the grassy meadows. Indian events, and you have a true Geology is both productive and western vacation. aesthetic in Custer Country. One of Custer Country is not lacking in the world's largest coal supplies lies comfort. In Billings the region is ser- Montana Travel Photo by D. O'Looney 4—Custer Country Tour Guide 5

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Summer. Winter. Spring. Or Fall. Going to—or coming from—the Yellowstone Coun- try. You're always welcome at the mountain west's premier Holiday Inn. Use the Inn as a base camp to enjoy Custer National Battlefield and other sites and activities in exciting South-Central Montana. We have Yellowstone Park information service for the traveller Conferences, conventions and small meetings are our specialty. Fine food, happy times, 320 rooms, top value and a lot of friendly smiles await you. Cp^e^J our guest—drop in anytime. ^

Exit 446 off Interstate 90 5500 Midland Road West Billings Interchange 1-800-637-3670 or 406-248-7701

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LJ Billings Chamber, Visitor Center I I Pictograph Caves and Cattle Drive Monument I— Pioneer Park/Daylis Stadium

I I Western Heritage Center LJ Billings Studio Theater

- I I Moss Mansion historical home

I Rocky Mountain College with original furnishings — n West Park Plaza - LJ The Castle - Medieval looking 47 Specialty Shops historical home, now renovated n Rimrock MaU - 89 Specialty I I Historic downtown shopping Shops district

- I—I Oscar's Dreamland Antique I—I 2-Bit Horse-drawn Trolley Ride, farm equipment and miniature Downtown Billings village

I I Yellowstone Art Center

I I Riverfront Park LJ Eastern Montana College

I I Centennial Branding Wall LJ Alberta Bair Theater - I I Pompey's Pillar the only D Athletic Park and Cobb Field known physical evidence of the (Semi-Pro Baseball) Lewis and Clark expedition

I—I Peter Yegen Museum and Range I 1 Yellowstone National Park Rider of the Yellowstone D Custer's Battlefield

I—I Scenic Overlook on Billings - Rimrocks I I Big Horn River finest fishing in West

I—I Yellowstone Kelly's Grave on - II Red Lodge nearby ski and Black Otter Trail resort community

I—I Boothill Cemetery

I—I Yellowstone Baptist College

I—I MetraPark: Arena, Fair, Horse

I I Laurel Chief racing (seasonal) — Museum & Joseph Statue

Visitors Center • Exit 450 • 815 S. 27th St. • Billings, Montana • 406-245-4111 "Changing Seasons" features Mr. and Mrs. Robert Yellowtail, Sr., against a backdrop of Custer Country near the mouth of Rottengrass Creek in the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains. "Changing Seasons" is also Robert Yellowtail's Indian name. Photo by Custer Country Photo Contest Winner Dennis L. Sanders, Hardin Photo Service

ON THE COVER: This original watercolor of Two Trails to Destiny is by Montana artist Jack Hines,

done as a donation to the Custer Battlefield Preservation Society. Their goal is to purchase land joining the site of the historic battle. Signed, numbered, and personalized artist proofs are available. Your purchase can help the preservation effort. To order, write to Custer Battlefield Preservation Committee, Box 7CC, Ha/din, Mt. 59034. Telephone orders and dealer inquires welcome. (406) 665-1876.

This Superhost logo designates communities which have made a special effort to be prepared for guests - to be informed about attractions, events and accommodations - to be ready to greet you with a smile and make you feel welcome. Other communities are working on being certified as Superhosts. Wherever you go, be assured that the welcome mat is out. We Montanans just naturally enjoy y^uperhost/ visitors and want you to stay long and come back soon.

The logo for Custer Country, Inc., was designed by Donna Fanyak, Roundup, Montana. The double C's represent the close bond of the 13 Montana's counties and two Indian reservations that make up this special CUSTER COUNTRY tourism region.

CUSTER COUNTRY TOUR GUIDE Copyright 1990, Custer Country Montana, Inc. All rights reserved. Officers: Executive Director/Editor-Edythe McCleary; President-Jan Kenitzer; Vice President-Frank Datta; Secretary-ReNee Odenbach; Treasurer-Scott Kuhr; Assoc. Editor-Gloria Wester; Published at Hardin, Mt., Box 1206A, Zip Code 59034. By Custer Country Montana, Inc. Produced in cooperation with Travel Montana, Department of Commerce

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Montana's CUSTER COUNTRY

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Welcome to Custer Country

Custer Country, Inc. welcomes Custer Country, Inc., is a non- Jan Kenitzer you to our tourism region of profit organization with a board of President, Custer Country Montana, comprising 36,500 square directors including three representa- Tourism Region miles, having 360 miles of interstate tives from each of the thirteen coun- Baker, Montana highway, 950 miles of paved state ties involved and one representative roads and who knows how many each from the Crow and Cheyenne miles of country roads. tribes. Our purpose is to promote There are about 250 miles of tourism and travel activity in the Yellowstone River in Custer Country, area by making you, our visitors, as well as Big Horn, Little Bighorn, aware of what there is to see and do Musselshell, Powder and Tongue in Custer Country and what busi-

Rivers. It contains four segments of nesses and facilities are here to the Custer National Forest and two accommodate you. Indian reservations.

Table of Contents Of Special Interest Town Page Agate Hunting 31 Beef Recipes 43 Ashland 52 Big Horn Canyon 67 Baker Edythe McCleary 14 1990 Calendar of Events ... 48-49 Executive Director, Editor, Billings 75 Cattle Drives 89 Custer Country Broadus 22 Chambers of Commerce 50 Hardin, Montana Colstrip 44 Chief Plenty Coups 30 Custer 68 Cheyenne Reservation 51 Ekalaka 20 Crow Fair 55 Forsyth 39 Custer Battlefield 56 Fort Smith 66 Custer Country Glendive 25 Regional Map 46-47 Hardin 58 Custer National Forest 53 Hysham 69 Fishing 19 Lame Deer 51 Golf Courses 90 Laurel 84 Hunting 18 Lavina 70 'Last Stand' Reenactment 62 Lodge Grass 56 Makoshika Park 26 Miles City 33 Medicine Rocks Park 17 Richey 29 Montana Tourism Regions 88 Roundup 71 Radio Station Guide 50 Rygate 70 Rodeo 74 St. Xavier 66 State Parks 30 Gloria Wester Terry 32 Western Culture 82 Board Member, Associate Editor, Wibaux 10 Yellowstone Park 87 Custer Country Laurel, Montana Custer Country Tour Guide— MONTANA CENTENNIAL TRAIN COACH IN WIBAUX

Wibaux has one of seven of these cars in the state which are designated as official Travel Host Information Centers for the traveling public and people interested in local and area history. The centennial name comes fom the observance of Montana becoming a Territory in 1864. One hundred years later in 1964 — the State of Montana sent a centennial train from Montana to New York City to the

World's Fair. The cars were on display at the fair as a manner of advertising our state.

When visiting Eastern Montana, plan a day or two in Historic Wibaux

Gateway to Montana on Interstate 94

* Travel Information Center * Free Public Picnic Areas * Easy Access Restrooms * R.V. Dump Station at Valley Motel & Camp Ground * Easy Off & On Exits * Historic Buildings * Free Museum

For Information Write: Wibaux County Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 260 Wibaux, Montana 59353 COUPON

Present this coupon at the Centennial Car Information Center and receive one (1) FREE IVIontana Native Rock (petrified wood, agate, fossil, etc.)

Redeem coupon at Information Center during open hours Memorial Day through Labor Day

10—Custer Country Tour Guide Wibaux: Welcomes Travelers to Treasure State

Visitors entering Montana from the east on Interstate 94 will receive a The old St. Peter's Catholic real taste of "Montana hospitality" if Church is a beautiful build- they take time to spend a day or two ing visitors will not want to in Wibaux, "The Gateway to miss. It was built in 1885 and Montana." the exterior is covered with This gateway to eastern Montana lava rock with green climb- recalls the memories of Pierre ing vines in the summer. A glass at the Wibaux and his good friend Teddy stained window rear of the church reads: Roosevelt as well as other colorful "Through the generosity of figures who roamed the territory in Pierre Wibaux this church the early days of our great state. was dedicated to St. Peter in Wibaux is rich in history and nostal- 1885." gia which radiates true western hospitality. The town and county were named for Pierre Wibaux, a Frenchman who Hunting, Fishing, Swimming trout, panfish, walleye, and northern the territory in the late came to For those who enjoy hunting and pike in Beaver Creek and farm 1800's when he decided his future fishing, you will find some of the ponds. did not lie in the textile industry best in Wibaux County. A blend of A public pond with picnic area is operated by his family. He arrived badlands and rolling hills offers some located at the edge of the city limits here in 1883 and began securing fine trophies in mule deer and white- on Highway 7 South. For those who property and cattle even though he tail deer, as well as antelope. Upland enjoy swimming in the summer, the had no background in ranching. His game birds are also plentiful in some public swimming pool is open at no herd of cattle at one time numbered parts of the area. Fishermen will find charge to travelers. 65,(X)0 head and they grazed on land he controlled in western North Dakota and eastern Montana. He provided funds for a life-sized statue in his likeness, which stands on the west edge of Wibaux and overlooks the land he loved so well. The statue faces the direction of his main ranch, known as the W-Bar, located northeast of town.

Centennial Car Nearby is located the Centennial Car Information Center and Museum, which is housed in an old railroad car that was part of the Montana Centennial Train which was on display at the World's Fair in New York City in 1964. The free museum features many early arti- Interior of Pierre Wibaux's "Town House facts and some unusual displays, Frank Data Photo including a man's vertebrae with an Town House to its original condition and features arrowhead embedded in the bone. many antique household furnishings The Information Center has visi- In downtown Wibaux, visitors of the early days. Free tours of the tor information for most of the state will find many historic places to visit building and garden area are con- of Montana, and those presenting the at no charge, and they can spend a ducted during the summer months. coupon from their ad on page 10 will day and not a fortune. One interest- A barbershop built in 1889 as an receive a free native rock as a sou- ing historic site is Mr. Wibaux's assay office has recently been moved venir. "Town House," which was restored into the downtown area.

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Songwriters, Singers, Musicians, Painting, Drawings, Wheatart, Etc. (406)795-2522 • 500 South Wibaux

Call or Write for information. South on Highway #7, 1/2 Mile The Fun Spot in Wibaux Jack 's Club > Sandwiches 4- Lottery Tickets ^ Poker Machines ^ Live Music Famous for — ^ Montana Centennial Souvenirs • Steaks • Prime Rib SHAI\/IROCK CLUB • Seafood • Western Hospitality

Stop in and see our East of Wibaux Antique Bit & Spur Collection! (406) 795-2960

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The Arts and Horses Wibaux has many activities and events that add fun to a vacation. For example, the local art club has scheduled monthly flea markets and art shows. Another event is an old fashioned ice cream social that features "Historical Guests" mingling with the crowd. It is combined with an art show by Wibaux's many artists and craftsmen. It's a fun time of "living history and lively arts." Horse enthusiasts show the art of riding horses, and there are rodeos and team roping for the more adven- turesome. A fiddlers' jamboree and a cowboy poetry presentation are events that have been planned, but only have tentative dates at press time. For finalized dates, check at the Centennial Car Visitors Center, or Out of Chute #9 on "Who Gives A Damn!" It's Rodeo-de-rodeo time across write: P.C.A.A., HC71, Box 7315CC, Custer Country all summer long. Catch the action July 15 and August 25. Wibaux, MT 59353. Photo By Frank Data

Wibaux is a Superhost Community When the Montana Superhost Gateway Gallery which houses a pri- -July- Program became a reality, the citi- vate collection of bronze sculpture, Youth Rodeo (Ages 1-18) July 15 zens and businesses of Wibaux got Indian art, numerous arrowheads —August involved and they were the first and several spear points. The own- Wibaux County Fair Aug. 24-26 community in Custer Country to be ers. Pastor and Mrs. Harry Heidt, are Horse Judging and Inside designated as a Superhost gracious hosts and there is no charge Exhibits Aug. 24 Community. Wibaux was also one of to visit the flower gardens or gallery PRCA Rodeo and Variety the first three communities in the all summer. Show Aug. 25 state to receive this recognition Up the hill is the Wibaux statue 4-H Livestock Judging and Sale, and simultaneously. and the VFW Memorial Park that Demolition Derby Aug. 26 This demonstrates that the citi- overlooks the valley. Historical Society Ice Cream Social zens are interested in making visitors The Wibaux Park, north of the with Historical Skit, welcome at all times and they look tracks, is a pleasant, shady place to Labor Day Sept. 3 forward to showing what "Western picnic, play, or just relax in quiet Prairie Creative Arts Assn., "Art in Hospitality" is all about. splendor. The beauty of the park is the Park" Sept. 3 courtesy of the Garden Club. Annual Knights of Columbus Team Landscaping at the Centennial Roping in Sept. Car has been done with native flowers and rocks, reminiscent of the early pioneers. Nearby, the gardens at the Town House are being restored yuperhost/ to their original appearance.

Events in Wibaux in 1990 Gateway Gallery and Gardens Plan your visit so that you can enjoy On Beaver Street in Wibaux, visi- these events: tors will see one of the most beautiful flower gardens in the area The —^June Team roping is just one of the many flowers are combined with native Wibaux Schooling Horse Show and rodeo events you'll enjoy in Custer rocks. At the same location is the Team Roping June 16-17 Country. Custer Country Tour Guide—13 Baker: A Friendly Town On the Eastern Border

If your visit to Eastern Montana does not include a stop in Baker, you'll be missing some of the best that Montana has to offer. If you are looking for a relaxed, warm wel- When you come to come, you'll be sure to find it in Baker for the follow- Baker, the Friendly City! ing events, be sure to

What is there to do? You name it! stop at the O'Fallon In the summer take advantage of Historical Museum. fine outdoor recreational facilities. In These ladies will Baker you can play golf, tennis, soft- greet you and invite you to browse ball, or pitch horse-shoes. Moreover, through unique col- all of these activities are within walk- lections of the past. ing distance of each other. See the fine collec- You can swim, or go boating and tion of mannequins water skiing in Baker Lake and have in antique clothing. a picnic in one of the beautiful city parks. Fishermen will be sure to Baker Events in 1990 have a fish story or two to take —March 3 home, after casting a line in Baker Bronco Days Lake or in nearby Sandstone —July 4 Reservoir. No matter what sport you Celebration and like, you'll find it in Baker. Contests Hunters often go home with huge —Aug. 12-19 trophies that live in the Fallon Medicine Rocks County habitat. You can hunt deer, Cattle Drive antelope, pheasants, wild turkeys, or —Aug. 17, 18, 19 rabbits throughout the area. And County Fair, you'll always be able to find some- Parade and Rodeo one to give you tips on the best places for success. Many of the farmers and ranchers are glad to give permission when you ask. (Please be SAGEBRUSH INN

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Clean, comfortable rooms Cable TV. and HBO New Touch-Tone phones Queen size beds with direct dialing Ample truck parking Restaurants adjacent to Winter plug-ins 406-778-3341 motel Guest controlled Laundromat heat and air conditioning 518 W. Montana Ave. DINERS W. Hwy. 12 1 AMERICAN VISA Masldfcard\ 1 DISCOVER EXPRESS Baker, Montana CLUB 1 14—Custer Country Tour Guide BAKERunamps

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To Ekalaka Medicine Rocks State Park Custer Country Tour Guide— 15 sure to ask!) Many parcels of land Hospital around Baker are part of the Fish Oh, and if you over-do it a bit, Wildlife and Parks block manage- there is a modern, well-equipped ment program that is designed to hospital in Baker. help hunters gain access to good Nearby Activities hunting lands. Check the section of There are lots of relaxing activities this guide that explains the program to enjoy in and around Baker, too. in more detail. Drive east of town and go fossil Winter Sports hunrtng, or tour the oil fields, which Winter sports are no more limited are some of the first developed in than the snow in the Friendly City. Montana, and which now produce a There are lots of wide open spaces for significant amount of our nation's cross country skiing or snowmobil- crude oil needs. Travel west from ing. Or go ice skating at the recently town, and you will find a fine new completed, lighted outdoor rink. Ice trap shooting and target range. fishing lures plenty of fishermen to Tournament season for the range is augered holes, and lots of local folks usually from May to October, but are willing to share their "secrets" you can use it on your own any time. about how to land the big one. Recreation Center Beautiful Scenery Here is another secret. In the heart No matter which direction you of Baker is one of the finest indoor look in Baker, you'll see stretches of recreation facilities in the state. You scenery painted with golden fields can swim in the indoor heated pool, and sandstone, arched horizon to play racquetball or wallyball, use the horizon with a big blue sky that is There's plenty of wildlife to hunt or weight room, or join in an exercise most often piled full of mile-deep, observe in natural habitat in the class at the Baker Recreation Center, pillowy clouds. In fact, to really get a Baker area. adjacent to the high school. It's open view of the surrounding area, fly into Yellowstone Newspapers photo year-round. Baker. Because of the oil activity in

Come to the O'Fallon Museum Baker, Montana "We brought the world's largest steer home to Baker." V See this 3,980 lb. steer displayed at the O'Fallon Museum.

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16—Custer Country Tour Guide the area, the fine airport complex is expected to bring people to Baker cleared to land most aircraft. Much from all around the globe to enjoy of the land is virtually unchanged the romance and excitement of a real from thousands of years ago. pioneer event. County Museum County Fair If you let your mind wander, you The Fallon County Fair is August can imagine how the Indians lived, 17, 18, 19. Carnival rides, agricultural or what hardships the first explorers, and business exhibits and rodeo are trappers, or settlers must have faced. part of the fun. There is lots of food The O'Fallon Historical Museum in to sample and a night show, featur-

Baker will fill in the details that your ing world-famous entertainment. mind's journey might have left out. Check with the Baker Chamber of They will give you directions to one Commerce for the dates of the Fall of the many teepee rings in the area, Festival and Street Dance. The event or point out to you the wagon ruts includes exhibits and entertainment left by some of the original wagon throughout the day, followed by a trains that came through Montana. dance on Baker's Main Street, born Free Camping of good old-fashioned country Campers and RV travelers can music. park free overnight at the city RV Warm Welcome park, complete with sewage disposal Residents say, "Whether your South of Baker is Medicine Rocks facilities. Or you can pitch a tent for interest is sports or fossil hunting, or State Park, so named because the area the night at Steve McClain Memorial you just want to strike up a game of native Americans discovered the alive "good medicine." Park, which has picnic tables, bath- whist at the Senior Citizen's Center, was with Today, you'll find the same "good room facilities, and barbecues. you'll like Baker, Montana, the vibes" while you enjoy picnicking, or Excellent motel accommodations are Friendly City. Our business people just walking and climbing along the available at reasonable rates, and are eager to serve you, and our citi- sandstone rock formations that are so restaurants please both palate and zens are always willing to do their unique. pocketbook. best to make you feel t'home." Bronco Days Activities in Baker begin with the LAKE CITY SHOPPING CENTER BAKER, Bronco Days Rodeo in March. Held MONTANA indoors, at a fine arena, the event is action-packed with cowboys and Sakelaris' Ben 9%. cowgirls competing for points that Kitchen lead the best on broncs to the nation- Lake City Franklin al level. Shopping Center Fourth of July Baker, Mt. Giftware^Souvenirs Baker's 4th of July celebration ANFINSONS Ph. 406-778-2202 Fabric, Craft, School & includes everything from beach vol- •FARM Office Supplies leyball tournaments, to pie-eating Food Always •HOME Health & Beauty Aids contests, sack races, and horseshoe Tastes Finer At •AUTO All Seasonal Items pitching exhibitions that would Your Favorite FAMILY CENTERS make President Bush envious. Diner OPEN PHONE 406-778-2795 Cattle Drives 6 A.M.- 8 P.M. M-S 8 A.M. to 6 P.M. Daily In August, join or watch the 8 A.M.- 3 P.M. Sunday Sunday 12 to 5 P.M. Fallon-Carter Wagon Train from KEN-CON Baker to Ekalaka. It is wrapped up Be Foxy- by a parade of the cattle and wagons Shop LAUNDRY that participated in the four-day REYNOLD'S event, and includes a night of home- New Clean grown entertainment at the natural Air RADIO SHACK amphitheater near Medicine Rocks Conditioned Dealer Baker, Mt. 778-3816 State Park. Open • Electronics There will also 7 to 10 be a cattle drive TV. • Radio • Appliances with wagon train, sanctioned by OPEN Daily • Housewares • Auto Mon.-Sat.8-8 11-5 Montana Cattle Drives, Inc., that is Sunday • Sporting Goods Custer Country Tour Guide—17 Hunting Where Game is Abundant

good for the landowners," adds Charlie Eustas, Region 5 officer. The department emphasizes that the block management Program has gained in popularity in recent years. They recommend that when you get your bulletin, you make your telephone contact with a block management participant at an early date. Bureau of Land Management lands are also open to hunting. To acquire maps of these lands, contact the BLM offices at RO. Box 36800- CC, Bilhngs, MT 59107, (406) 255- 2885; or P.O. Box 940-CC, Miles City, MT59301 (406) 232-4331. Though trophy animals may be bagged without a guide and outfitter, many hunters enjoy huge success, thanks to the expertise of the people who make spotting game, especially exceptional game, their business. State publications list the licensed guides and outfitters throughout Montana. Write to: Travel Montana, 1424 9th Ave., Successful hunter, Kim Baglien, shot this 15 inch pronghom antelope near Helena, MT 59620, or call (406) 444- Forsyth, MT. It ranks in the Boone and Crocket Record Book. 2654. Nonresidents call toll free 1- Bull Mountain Outfitters photo 800-541-1447. It's one thing to brag about how A Block Management Bulletin, Hunters are also encouraged to great the hunting is in an area, but it published by the Region 7 FWP write the Billings and Miles City is hollow bragging unless someone office will be available to the public offices for a complete booklet of cur- takes the padlock off the gate and by the middle of September. The bul- rent Montana hunting regulations lets you in to hunt. letin, which is free of charge, lists all and applications for out-of-state For big game hunters looking for of the block management units in licenses. These are also available at a place to hunt deer and antelope on reference to location, contact per- any authorized license outlet, includ- private lands in eastern Montana, the sons, hunting opportunities, and ing many sporting goods stores and Department of Fish, Wildlife and other information. To request a copy convenience stores. Park's Block Management Program of the bulletin, write to: Regional Certain waters on National Parks, assists in providing hunters access to Information Officer, Dept. of Fish, Indian Reservations and National private land. Wildlife and Parks, Box 2004CC, Wildlife Refuges may have special During the 1989 hunting season, Miles City, MT 59301. rules. Specific information may be more than two million acres of pri- To acquire access information in obtained from the headquarters of vate land were contracted under the Region 5, write to: Regional the parks, reservation or refuge Block Management Program in Information Officer, 2300CC Lake involved. Region 7 of southeastern Montana Elmo Drive, Billings, MT 59105, or ASK FIRST! for purposes of big game hunting. phone (406) 252-4654. Phone calls are Montanans insist on offering hos- An additional 500,000 acres of feder- welcomed to offer the most current pitality. In fact, where hunting is con- al lands adjacent to the block man- information. cerned, IT'S THE LAW. "Permission agement areas also became available Over 4,000 nonresident hunters to Hunt Big Game—Montana law for hunting. enjoyed hunting on block manage- requires that hunters must have per- There is no charge to hunters to ment lands during 1988, according to mission of the landowner, lessee or use any of the block management the Region 7 officer. Ken Walchek. their agent before hunting on private units. The program is funded entire- "It is one of the ways we can help property, regardless of whether the ly by sportsmen license dollars. our out-of-state sportsmen, and it's land is posted or not." 18—Custer Country Tour Guide Fishing: There's a Fish to Be Caught In Every Angler's Favorite Style

Maybe you are a fly fisherman ""-m^mwrw" who knows every cadis and stream- 'W'"7"%^'7m er. Or perhaps you prefer lures, or maybe live bait. And then again, maybe you have never fished before in your life. No matter what your category, plan on doing some fishing in Montana's Custer Country Region. Bring your own pole and tackle box, or let one of the abundant sporting goods shops outfit you. Any fisherman has heard the fame of the Yellowstone and Big Horn Rivers. And the Big Horn Canyon Reservoir spawns beauties like the one shown on this page. There are numerous other rivers, steams, reservoirs and ponds throughout the area abundant with fish. Variety is the name of the fishing game here. Nowhere else can you catch cutthroat (Montana's native), rainbow, brown, and bull trout; kokanee and coho salmon; walleye; sauger; whitefish; bass; catfish; grayling; sturgeon; and the prehistoric paddlefish. fishing Resident licenses are $9.50 Tom Brown of Laurel, Montana, caught this \l-Vl lb. walleye at Bighorn plus a $2 conservation license. Canyon Reservoir in March of 1990. He used standard walleye tackle. Nonresidents, 15 years and older CO. Westerphoto will need a Montana fishing license. Miles City Montana, 59301. tionship. What makes things run A nonresident of any age may pur- Fishing access sites, managed smoothly can be summed up in two chase a nonresident fishing license by the Montana Dept. of Fish Wildlife — "ask permission." The and be entitled to take a legal limit of words and Parks, are noted in Access states fish. All sportsmen in Montana are on the map Montana Stream Law required to buy a conservation the center of this publication. that rivers and streams capable of license for $2. A nonresident tempo- Facilities at each vary somewhat. recreational use may be so used by rary fishing license, valid for two However, all are furnished with the public up to the ordinary high consecutive days, costs $8. A season restrooms and most have camping water marks. However, although license is $36. The season runs from and picnicking facilities. Montana law gives sportsmen the March 1 to February 28 (29). If you Boat ramps are available at many right to pursue water-based recre- go paddlefish fishing, $10 buys you locations. A float guide to the ational activities within the high the limit of two tags that you need, Yellowstone River, a publication water marks of rivers and streams, it in addition to your license, to snag called "Treasure of Gold," is avail- does not give recreationists the right the fish. able at the two FWP offices in Custer to enter posted lands bordering those For complete information on regu- Country listed above. Also available streams or to cross private lands to lations, limits, seasons, baits, etc., from these offices is a fishing pond gain access to streams. In other write: Fish, Wildlife and Parks booklet for southeastern Montana, words, when not using public lands Regional Headquarters, 2300CC which is designed to help anglers to gain access to recreational waters, Lake Elmo Drive, Billings, MT 59105. find good farm and ranch ponds. be sure to ask permission. You'll Or write: Fish, Wildlife and Parks Montana works hard to keep a most always be greeted with a wel- Regional Headquarters, Box 2004CC, good sportsman/landowner rela- come.

Custer Country Tour Guide—19 TO BAKER Carter County Covered Wagon Train Aug. 6-12, For info call (406) 775-3060 or 775-3686

Carter County Chamber of Commerce Box 297, 775-6658 or 775-6852 Ekalaka, MT. 59324

Ekalaka Locker Cafe, Meat and Game Processing 775-6260

Farmers Union Oil Co. Gas, Tires, Auto Parts and Feed 775-6541

Wear Hardware Hardware and Sporting Goods 775-6374

First National Bank of Ekalaka and Ekalaka Insurance Agency WELCOME TO Midway Motel Reasonable Rates, Comer of MONTANA Highway and Main Street CARTER COUNTY, 775-6619

Southeast Electric Cooperative, Inc. BOYES Electric Services for Southeast Montana 775-8762

^QIhammond The Ekalaka Eagle "Since 1909" Souvenirs, Stationery, Calenders and Weekly Newspaper 775-6245

Kittelmann Krates Dairy Products and Frozen Foods 775-6713

Carter County Belles WYOMING BELLE FOURCHE, S.D. TO "Luxurious Sheep Pelts and Wool Gifts" Ekalaka's Businesses & Services Welcome You 775-6808 or 775-6356 Main Street Market Fruit Service Station & Repair Cline Camper Court Open 7 days a week 775-6542 775-6231 775-6780 Bart Burdick Trucking Hanson Lumber Company W & S Propane Livestock, Feed and Grain Full Service Lumber Yard Fuel-Hunting & Fishing 775-6380 775-6662 Licenses and Supplies

775-6221 Old Stand Bar & Grill J & J Guide Service "Where Old Friends Meet" Fully guided Mule Deer, Wliitetail, The Guest House 775-6661 Antelope Hunts - Specializing in Comfortable Accommodations Father & Sons or Man & Wife Hunts Conveniently Located Downtown Ekalaka Super Valu Jamie & Juanita Byrne 775-6337 Meats and Groceries Mill Iron, MT 775-8891 775-6317 Mid-Rivers Telephone Coop, Inc. AND Old West Trading Post (406)485-3301 Hughes Mainline Gas Station • Store • Vet Supplies AND Clothing, Souvenirs, and Variety Store Open 7 a.m.-8 p.m. 7 Days a week Cable & Communications Corp. 775-6424 Boyes, MT., on Highway 212 (406) 687-3336 427-5317 "Serving the Telecommunication Needs in Wagon Wheel Cafe Eastern Montana" 3 Meals a Day, 7 Days a Week 20—Custer Country Tour Guide Dinosaur Country: Prehistoric Skeletons Unearthed in Carter County

Ekalaka With a population of 637, Ekalaka is the county seat of Carter County.

Though small, it meets the needs of the traveler with two motels, several restaurants, grocery stores, service stations, a collection of Main Street businesses, and a town swimming pool. The Dahl Memorial Clinic, Hospital, and Pharmacy provide medical and pharmaceutical services to residents and guests to the community. During the school year visitors are invited to enjoy sports contests and musical presentations at Carter County High School in Ekalaka.

Airport The airport, located on the east edge of Ekalaka, offers aerial travelers a 3,000 ft. improved turf runway and tie downs. Located on Ekalaka's Main Street, the Carter County museum houses fossil remains of dinosaurs that roamed the county 65 million years ago, among them Days of '85 Fair and Rodeo the complete skeleton of an anatosaurus, or duck-billed dinosaur. Other muse- The Carter County Days of '85 lun displays include artifacts used by area residents. The museum is open 1-4 p.m., Tuesday through (1885) Fair and Rodeo, Aug. 10-12, Sunday. Gloria Wester Photo 1990, is highlighted by horse shows, rodeos, fair exhibits and a parade.

Fairtime nightlife always includes a Trading Post in Boyes combines a to roll August 6-12, 1990. For infor- dance or two. The District 7 Fiddlers service station, store and museum- mation about hitching your wagon traditionally draw an enthusiastic quality display of restored covered to this fun event call (406) 446-3060 crowd when they tune up on Sunday wagons, ranch wagons, saddles and or (406) 446-3686. afternoon. artifacts collected over the last 20 The Meadowlark Club of Ekalaka years by proprietor "Slug" Mills. celebrates the arrival of the state Alzada bird, the mountain meadowlark, The shortest route to the Black with spring activities. In the fall,

Hills is south on Highway 323 Hunting and Fishing there is a farewell to the meadowlark through the wide open spaces where Though sheep and cattle produc- event. sheep and cattle graze. The arid tion are the primary industries of 1990 in Carter County prairie rises to meet the Ekalaka Carter County, the area produces March 15-18 Hills, Long Pines and Finger Buttes mule deer, white tail deer, pronghorn Ralph Ehret Memorial Basketball on the journey south. In Alzada a antelope, grouse, sage hens, pheas- Tournament motel, restaurants, bars, service sta- ants, trout, bass and bluegill. Wildlife July 4 tion and mini-store offer their hospi- production in Carter County has Fireworks Display at Belltower; 15 tality to visitors. long enticed sportsmen to the south- miles south of Ekalaka eastern corner of the state. July 21 Hammond, Boyes V.RW. Pork Feed, Ekalaka Park Heading west from Alzada on Wagon Train August 6-12 U.S. Highway 212 will take the trav- The Carter County Covered Wagon Train, Baker to Ekalaka eler to the communities of Wagon Train (one of the scheduled August 10-12 Hammond and Boyes. The Old West Montana Cattle Drives) is scheduled Days of '85 Fair, Rodeo and Parade Custer Country Tour Guide—21 2 8

Broadus: Gateway to the Black Hills

Broadus, Montana, "Gateway and niscent of outlaws and rustlers. The edge of town has shade, picnic tables Crossroads" of Southeastern jail was used for 60 years before playground equipment, and lighted Montana, is located just west of the being replaced. There is no charge tennis courts. A huge divided gazebo famous Powder River, which was for enjoying this view of the past. provides weather protection for pic- heard of world-wide from the Powder River Taxidermy & Co. nics. American soldiers' yell of "Powder 1990 in Broadus River, Let 'er Buck." The Powder June River has been described as "a mile Little Levi Rodeo 30 wide and an inch deep, too wet to (No Contestants over 12) plow and too thick to drink." July Broadus is located on Highway Parade, Rodeo and Ropings 3-4 212, west of Belle Fourche, South August Dakota. Custer Battlefield is just 90 Powder River Fair 15-16-17 minutes away. Cattle Drive 12-19 Mac's Museum Parade & Rodeo 19 Mac's Museum, in the Powder Golf Tournaments—Call 436-9984 River High School building at Roping, Barrel Racing every Tuesday Broadus, contains one of the nation's and Friday at East Fork Roping greatest collections of sea shells, min- Be sure to bring your golf clubs when Club—All Summer erals and Indian artifacts. you come to Broadus. Softball, golf and baseball—All Summer County Historical Museum The Powder River Historical features a large unique collection of Museum in Broadus is another wildlife mounts, antique and com- attraction that will interest the whole memorative Winchester guns, wood family, as well as history buffs. carvings, paintings, and numerous Ladies wearing Centennial dress can gifts of Montana origin. Taxidermy sometimes be found greeting visitors work is done on location and may be at the museum during the summer. observed in progress. Of special interest is the buggy used Broadus challenges golfers to by Colonel Biddle at least 100 years enjoy the new 9-hole grass greens ago and designed to ford the deeper golf course. It offers a putting green, streams in the area. other Among driving range, rental carts and clubs. Reynolds Battlefield National things, you'll see antique cars and a Or enjoy the view of the course from Monument, 35 miles south of wonderful collection of pioneer pic- the clubhouse. Broadus, where Col. Reynolds and tures. Housed behind the museum Take time to stretch your legs and his troops clashed with the Sioux. itself is the original county jail, remi- let the kids run. The city park on the Marshall Sullivan photo Next to Swimming Pool, 2 Little League Softball Fields, and Golf Course. Tourist & Rodeo Information C-^ Motel IMA Cafe West Side- on U.S. 212 Member Cashway D.D. Phones • Cable TV West on Hwy. 212 • Air Conditioning • Jacuzzi • Broadus, MT 59317 Sauna • Kitchenettes 436-2875 (406) 436-2671 Dave & Dianne Richards CHUCK'S TASTEE-FREEZ Hours: 6 am -10 pm

Broasted Chicken • Pizza Quarterhorse Open All Night Fri. & Sat. Complete i\/Ienu • Ice Cream *> Homemade Pies *> Cookies Motor Inn <^f^^^' Seats 60 • Buses Welcome of Town /• Cakes *l" Rolls ^ Soup D.D. • Cable West Side of Broadus* U.S. 21 Phones TV • Air Conditioning -Special every day- Look for the Big Blue Roof (406) 436-2626 Smorgasbord on Sunday Chuck and Rosalie Millar 436-281 Most Credit Cards accepted 22—Custer Country Tour Guide (PozucCer ^ver Outfitters

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Custer Country Tour Guide—23 Airplane Rock, east of Broadus is one of the many unusual rock formations along Highway 212. D. Delp Photo

Powderville Powderville, north of Broadus, was originally known as Elkhorn Crossing of the old Deadwood Stage.

Still visible is the route the wagons took in fording the river here. A point of interest maintained by the Powder River County Historical

Society is Boot Hill Cemetery, west of the present Powderville Post Office, established in 1872. IMontana H0MESTEA|7^^

DINING • LOUNGE • MOTEL Bar & Cafe • Restaurant Open For Breakfast Lunch and Dinner Gasoline • Diesel Fuel • All Beverage Bar Convenience Store Homemade Roils & Pies • All Rooms Have Air Pop • Ice Conditioning Open 7 Days A Week • Color TVs, HBO, And Direct Salad Bar Dial Phones 6 A.M.-8 P.M. 436-2898 (406)436-2615 Broadus, Montana Breal

• Poker Mixed Beverages SUPERMARKET AND Machines Beer • Wine IN-STORE BAKERY • Video Red Velvet Dining Room Machines TOURIST INFORMATION Open Every Day 10 am to 11 pm Jean Sterling Mgr: Ethel Lancaster 436-2288 Broadus, Mt. 59317 (406) 436-2454 Broadus, Montana 436-2229 24—Custer Country Tour Guide Glendive: Prehistoric Fish Thrive Near Contemporary City

A sign leading into Glendive says "Superhost." And the people of

Glendive make sure it lives up to the title. Now, a super host would have lots of fun things to do, lots of good places to eat, and would be congenial about inviting you to join in on all the fun to be had. Well, that's Glendive. In Glendive and throughout Dawson County you can go fishing, golfing, water sliding. You can catch a rodeo sometimes. There are opportunities for swimming, agate hunting, boating and camping. Big game hunters can bag deer and antelope, and the area is also known for its excellent game bird hunting. For fishermen, the catch ranges from prehistoric paddlefish, snapping turtles and catfish, to renowned game fish such as walleye. The summer months bring rodeo The progressive folks of Glendive got a bill passed during the last Montana legis- lature that allows them to collect and process the caviar from paddlefish. Of action, from local family team roping course, there are strict regulations on paddlefishing. Yellowstone Newspaper Photo

Glendive Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture Invites You To Visit Glendive Where The Best Begins

* Makoshika State Park * Paddlefish Capital of the World * Heartland of Montana Moss Agate Territory * Frontier Gateway Museum -W^i^^s^ * Swimming & Tennis Sj,^ * 9-Hole Golf Course * Fine Dining & Fast Foods * Full Service Accommodations * Much, Much Morel Makoshika State Park Paddlefish Your Visitor Center is the Glendive Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture

P.O. Box 930 • 200 N. Merrill

Glendive • (406) 365-5601

Stop at the Chamber receive a real Agate. Moss Agate and FREE Montana Moss

Custer Country Tour Guide—25 . .

to college and professional rodeo. Glendive even boasts its own college rodeo team—the Cowboys and Cowgirls at Dawson Community College on the outskirts of Glendive. Frontier Gateway Museum Enjoy stepping into the past when you visit the Frontier Gateway Museum. Featured are dinosaur fos-

sils, Indian artifacts, farm machinery, blacksmith tools, and even a suit of armor. One of the most popular

exhibits is "Merrill West," a walkway of replicas of businesses which lined Glendive's business district in the late 1800's. On the museum grounds you'll find a restored sheep wagon, car- riages, wagons, a rural school house, log cabin, windmill pump, smithy shop and more. The museum is located off 1-94 Exit 215, and east on the Belle Prairie

Frontage Road, and is open from the end of May through September. Admission is free. History Books Available The Tree Branches Genealogy Club of Glendive has published the book, "Our Times, Our Lives," which

is a history of Dawson County fami- Located on the southeastern edge of Glendive is Makoshika State Park. The lies and communities. The book con- Sioux this place named well—"makoshika"—meaning bad earth or bad lands. tains more than 1,000 pages, includ- Makoshika is a special place where the evolution of the planet earth and its ing a list of births, marriages, lists of plant and animal life for some 700 million years can be read. Among the homestead filings, and personal sto- carved rock formations are the fossilized remains of plants and animals from ries of over 1200 area families. It is the age of reptiles. (Visible here is evidence of the first mammals, the great ice available at the Chamber of age and primitive tribes, and the Indian culture.) Erhin Richertphoto Commerce for $55.

WELCOME TO GLENDIVE . WHERE THE BEST BEGINS

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Pizza Hut® Makin' it Great!™ Trail Star DELIVER! WE --fl^*- Truck Stop ^^^ Call 365-6004 Good Home-Cooked Meals Consigned Clothes for the Great Food • Poker • Keno ^^ Entire Family Enjoy our Pairs Prices. 1101 WestTowne Gas -- Diesel All Day, Everyday! Glendive, Montana 104 S, Merrill (406) Highway 16, Exit 213 West Plaza Mall - Glendive, Mt. 365-6120 Glendive, Mt. 59330 365-8865 26—Custer Country Tour Guide MONTANA The Jordan Gift Shop AGATE ^ Montana's Largest Selection ADVENTURES of Agate Jewelry * Black Hills Gold Jewelry Guided Float Trips on * Gemstones - set & unset the Yellowstone River • sapphires • rubies ...for Agate Hunters! • blue topaz • amethyst thru October •Offered March • emeralds for 2 to 30 people. ^ Montana Souvenirs • Day trips or half-day trips. • Guides are experienced agate • T-Shirts • Giftware hunters. • Sweatshirts • Caps • Specially adapted boats for agate ^ Handmade Craft Corner float trips.

With instruction and help from an expert guide, you'll find abundant Montana moss agate you'll treasure for years to Located in the Jordan Motor Inn come. 223 N. Merrill Plan a trip for your friends by calling Curt Meeds at (406) 365-5655, or write Box 741, Glendive, MT 59330. Glendive Mt. 59330 406-365-2207

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Custer Country Tour Guide—27 An Invitation to Places and Fun golf course sign. Visitors welcome, Lloyd Square Park: picnic grounds, Glendive, as a Superhost town, urged to call (406) 365-8797 for tee- heated pool with separate diving and dedicated to making visitors feel times. wading areas, tennis courts, horse- welcome and to answering their Jaycee West Park: tennis courts, pic- shoes, basketball, restrooms, play- questions about local attractions and nic area, basketball, horseshoes, ground area. In center of city. Free. events, invites you to see the follow- restrooms, and RV dump station. Self-guided walking tour of ing sites and attractions. "Western Next to Yellowstone River on Town Glendive's Downtown Historic

Hospitality"— Glendive has it! Street. District: many buildings listed in

Makoshika State Park: intriguing, rugged badlands, located on the southeast edge of Glendive, encom- pass 8800 acres. Fee charged. Montana Moss Agates: found in creek bottoms, gravel beds, and along banks of Yellowstone River running through Glendive. No charge. Directions given at chamber or Holiday Lodge. Paddlefishing for the prehistoric non-skeletal fish: near Intake, 17 miles north of Glendive, average weight to 150 pounds. Montana fishing license and special tags needed. Frontier Gateway Museum: antiques of the early-day homestead- ers and cattlemen of the area. Fossils and Indian artifacts. Free. Bump-n-Slide: new attraction with 2 waterslides and bumper boats, snack Paddlefishing is tops at Intake. Anglers can be found lining a short section of bar, arcade. Off 1-94 Exit 215, then the Yellowstone River shoreline during May, June, and July at the Intake east on Belle Prairie Frontage Rd., Diversion Dam, 17 miles north of Glendive, to try their luck at catching rem- next to Frontier Gateway Museum. nants of the prehistoric past—paddlefish. Paddlefish have a snout that gives Admission. them an odd prehistoric look, and why not: fossilized remains show that the Cottonwood Country Club: fantastic fish have not changed a great deal in the last 65 million years. Techniques for nine-hole course. Take Sidney snagging a paddlefish are as different as the fish itself. Since they eat simple- Highway #16 North, then turn at celled plankton, a worm or other bait is useless. Rather, anglers come Highland Park Rd. and watch for equipped with heavy-duty salt water tackle. Yellowstone Newspaper photo Glendive -''- ®i/b S5^ '4? 365-8105 off City Center Exit 325 State St. Water Slides Glendive, Montana Bumper Boats Video Arcade Snack Bar ^ ^

Phone 365-8926 Glendive, Montana 59330 Fun for All Ages Group Rates Available 28—Custer Country Tour Guide National Register of Historic places. prehistoric creatures and Indian arti- Guide brochures available at facts. Chamber of Commerce, 200 N. The Yellowstone River in Eastern Merrill, located in the heart of down- Montana is renowned worldwide for town Glendive. the quality and abundance of agates Glendive Visitors Guide: published found on its shores. Montana's by local newspaper, available agates, sometimes called plume or through chamber. Write Glendive moss agates, are famous for the vari- Chamber, Box 930, Glendive, MT ety of scenic designs sealed perma- 59330, or pick one up when you nently in the stone's interior. come to Glendive. The Chamber of Commerce has an Lewis and Clark Trail: a sign marks interesting display of agates and will a spot near where members of the be able to supply you with the expedition made dugout canoes out names of several local agate dealers of cottonwoods. and retailers. Guided rockhounder Dawson Community College boat tours are available. Serving the educational needs of Round 'em Up and Head 'em Out! eastern Montana, Dawson This familiar call of the Old West Community College in Glendive is a will resound in the Glendive area comprehensive two-year community this summer. A cattle drive is being college offering education at all lev- staged! els and is a focal point in the com- From June 18-24, 100 steers, a munity for the arts and services as wagon train and drivers, cowboys, well as education. cooks, entertainers, plus 200 tourists Thousands of older people all from all over the world will be on the over the world combine travel with trail from Wibaux, MT, to Glendive. educational experiences by partici- It is all part of a unique vacation pating in Elderhostels. Each June, experience offered by Montana Dawson Community College spon- Cattle Drives, Inc. sors an Elderhostel, which features Many events are being scheduled The High Prairie Cattle Drive, June living in college dormitories, listen- to coincide with the drive, culminat- 18-24, crosses the scenic badlands ing to lectures, and taking field trips, ing with a parade down Glendive's along the Yellowstone River, past his- hikes and going on agate hunting main street as the finale. toric Indian campsites, buffalo expeditions. More information is easily avail- jumps, and abundant wildlife. It Attention, Rock Hounds! able by writing or calling Montana ends in Glendive at the Old Timers' Rock hounds will enjoy the Cattle Drives, Inc., P.O. Box 1210, Rodeo and parade. area—choice Montana agates can be Red Lodge, MT 59068. Or phone D. Delp photo found, as well as fossil remains of (406) 446-3060.

Rickey: Cattle and Sheep Country

Richey, Montana, north of bilia, and newspaper files from 1916 Glendive, lies in the center of a pro- to 1948. Special articles of clothing

ductive area. This is cattle and sheep on display are wedding dresses,

country, with wheat, oats and barley World War 1 and II uniforms, and being the main farm crops. A lively coats made of buffalo hide, horse- little friendly town, Richey has a hide, raccoon and muskrat. There variety of businesses to serve the vis- are washboards and wheelchairs, itor, a new post office and a museum spinning wheels and musical instru- where you can check out the history ments. Books containing pictures of the area. and stories of local pioneers, veter- Spring time is branding time, when The Richey Historical Museum ans and churches are on display. good cowboys and good horses round has over 5,000 articles of historic up the spring calves. brands Unique interest, including a Model A mail Two fun events are the Richey keep ownersnip straight as cattle car, a blacksmith shop, pioneer Rodeo in and the Fall Festival in graze the vast Montana grasslands. July Mike McCleary photo kitchen, school and church memora- September. Custer Country Tour Guide—29 State Parks in the Custer Country Region

Listed below is a summary of the eight Little Bighorn. (Undeveloped.) (25 miles east rity and maintenance to the area.

State Parks in the Custer Country region. of Crow Agency on U.S. 212, then 20 miles An entrance fee is charged and consists of "Great Escapes/' a guide to Montana's State south on Secondary 314, then 3 miles west on an annual family passport for $12.00, or an

Parks, by Rick Newby, with more detailed county road; 3,052 acres; 4,300' el. (406) 232- individual fee of 50c per person or maxi- information is available by contacting the 4365.) mum of $2.00 per carload. These fees will be Parks Division of Fish, Wildlife and Parks at Fees: No charge for entrance to this park. used to maintain this site and to make 1125 Lake Elmo Drive, Billings, Montana Camp sites not available. improvements to the facilities. 59105, 252-4654 or Highway 10 West, Miles Day use only. Brochures are available at various infor- City, Montana 59301, 232-4365. The book TONGUE RIVER RESERVOIR mation offices and at the site. sells for $10. The impounded Tongue River provides a CHIEF PLENTY COUPS The basic fee policy consists of the follow- 12-mile long reservoir set in the scenic red STATE HISTORIC PARK ing options: ENTRANCE FEES - a family shale and juniper canyons and open prairies Chief Plenty Coups Memorial is 35 miles passport for $12.00, or individual fees of 50c of southeastern Montana. Boating and other south of BilUngs on Highway 416 and 1 mile per person, or a maximum of $2.00 per car- water sports are popular here, and the park west of Pryor. Local residents know of vari- load. Children under 12 are not required to boasts excellent bass, crappie, walleye, and ous routes to the site, but first time visitors pay a fee. CAMPING FEES - an overnight northern pike fishing. Four state record fish should use the Lockwood Interchange (#452) camping fee is charged at areas that do allow have been pulled from its waters. (6 miles off 1-90, then follow Highway 87 south to camping. north of Decker on Secondary 314, then 1 Hardin Road, then turn south and following

Some variations do exist and are listed in mile east on county road; 640 acres; 3,424' el. the signs to Highway 416. detail for each area below. (406) 232-4365.) The park is open from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 Fees: 50c per person up to $2.00 per car- p.m. every day and the visitor center/muse- MAKOSHIKA load entrance fee. $3.00 per night camping um is open Friday through Tuesday of each

To the Sioux Indians, Ma-ko-shi-ka meant fee. $12.00 annual entrance passport good at week from May 1 to September 30. Museum bad earth or bad land. Today the badlands of all state parks. hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. In Makoshika are set aside for visitors to see LAKE ELMO STATE RECREATION AREA addition to the museum is Chief Plenty and enjoy. In addition to the pine-and- Lake Elmo is located in Billings Heights Coups' homestead and a Memorial to him juniper-studded badlands formations, the at 2400 Lake Elmo Drive. The lake is popular and the Crow Indians. park also houses the fossil remains of such for swimming, fishing, non-motorized boat- A spacious picnic area is fully developed dinosaurs as tyrannosaurus and triceratops. ing, sailing, sailboarding, sunbathing, and with tables, grills, restrooms and drinking

Included within the park are archery and picnicking. The park is open year-round. water Camping is not allowed and visitors shooting ranges as well as scenic drives and Lifeguards supervise the swimming area should be familiar with recreation area rules nature trails, a campground, a group picnic during summer months. and regulations. area, and many picnic sites. (On Snyder Ave. Concession services include food, bever- Entrance fees will be charged at the park in Glendive; 8,834 acres; 2,069' el. (406) 365- ages, sundries, watercraft rentals, and sail- and can be paid either upon entering the 8596.) board instruction. Overnight camping, pets, park or at the museum. Fees consist of an Fees: 504 per person up to $2.00 per car- and glass bottles are prohibited. annual family passport for $12.00, or an indi- load entrance fee. $3.00 per night camping Fees: An entrance fee is charged starting vidual fee of 50c per person, or a maximum fee. $12.00 annual entrance passport good at May 15. Annual family passport is $12.00 or of $2.00 per carload. all state parks. an individual fee of $1.00 per adult will be A brochure is available at local informa- MEDICINE ROCKS required, and 50c for children under 12. tion centers and at the site. As its name implies, Medicine Rocks was PICTOGRAPH CAVES DEADMAN'S BASIN STATE a place of "big medicine" where Indian hunt- STATE HISTORIC SITE RECREATION AREA ing parties conjured up magical spirits. "As This National Historic Landmark is 7 Deadman's Basin Reservoir is reached by fantastically beautiful a place as 1 have ever miles southeast of Billings off Highway 87 driving 75 miles northwest of Billings on seen," said one of its first tourists in the late just south of the Lockwood interchange Highway 3 to Lavina then turning west on 1800s, a young rancher named Teddy (#452) then turning south on Coburn Road. Highway 12. The basin is 5 miles west of Roosevelt. Weathering has given the soft Following the pavement for 3 miles, then the Ryegate and 19 miles east of Harlowton. sandstone rock formations a Swiss-cheese remaining 3 miles will be gravel road. This lake is used mostly for fishing and look. The park is also a haven for mule deer, (Caution is advisable if the road is wet - if boating. Other activities include camping, antelope, and sharp-tailed grouse. (25 miles raining this road is impassible.) Unless the picnicking, swimming, sightseeing, and south of Baker on Montana 7; 316 acres; road is closed due to weather, the park is group reunions.

3,441' el. (406) 232-4365.) of)en from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. seven days Development consists of a large boat Fees: No charge for entrance or camping per week from mid-April to mid-October. ramp, minimal campground areas, outdoor in this park. The site has paved trails to Pictograph vault restrooms, picnic shelters, picnic tables, ROSEBUD BATTLEFIELD Cave, Middle Cave, and Ghost Cave with fireplaces, and garbage collection system. Site of the June 17, 1876, battle between interpretive panels along the way explaining Seasonal caretakers reside near this site from the Sioux and Cheyenne Indians and the significance of the inhabitation and natu- mid-May to mid-September each year

General George Crook's cavalry and ral features. Also available are picnic tables, Caution is advised since potable water is infantry. One of the largest Indian battles fireplaces, restrooms, benches, a water foun- not available at this area and shade is in ever waged in the United States, it set the tain, and ample parking. short supply. The area is frequently windy. stage for the Indian victory eight days later Camping is not allowed and pets must be Fees: No charge for entrance and camp- when Lt. Col. George A. Custer and his on a leash. A resident caretaker is usually on ing at this site. immediate command were wiped out on the hand to offer assistance and to provide secu- 30—Custer Country Tour Gui(de .

How to Find Montana's Agate Gemstones

Tips on locating and identifying agates

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Curt Meeds, Montana Agate Adventures, photo

Jack Clawson, a long-time Custer Country rock- The main deposits extend hounder from Hardin, is pictured here with a from Custer, Montana almost bounty of agates. The finding of Montana agate, to the Missouri River—a dis- like any good lapidary material, requires the tance of about 200 miles knowledge of where to search and a good deal of perseverance. Rockhounders like Clawson enjoy Montana Agate occurs in leading agate-hunting expeditions. a variety of patterns, from those with red and dark brown bands to the

prized dendritic forms. It

is the black "tree-like" design in the dendritic variety which has made Montana Agate one of the most sought after agates in the nation. When viewing high quality dendritic Montana Agate, the imagination can see beautiful lakes surrounded by dense forests.

Inquire locally for agate guide service, local rock- hounds or agate shops for guidance in searching out this precious gemstone. Agate occiurs primari- ly in terrace gravel deposits high on the hills above the Yellowstone River and its tributaries, as well as in the sand and gravel bars within the streams and rivers themselves. Since the gravel within streams and rivers is constantly shifting, these are probably the best areas to search. Agate is a translucent rock with a rough skin.

Custer Country Tour Guide—31 Terry: Where Gems Grow Along Riverbanks

mostly used for jewelry, wind port, churches, rifle range, outdoor chimes, lamp shades and coffee theater, museum, historic hotel, tables. motel, campgrounds, tow service, Petrified and agatized wood and locker plant, a variety of stores, bars colored jaspers are common in this and cafes, a newspaper, barber area and occasionally a fossil, Indian shops, an agate shop, and a helping

artifact or buffalo skull is found. hand, if needed. Hunting for these treasures can make a pleasant day, but be sure to ask Prairie County Museum

permission from the owner if hunt- Prairie County Museum is housed ing on private land. in the old State Bank of Terry, an The Yellowstone River at this antique treasure itself, with beautiful point is also known as one of the marble floors and paneling, fine easy-floating rivers, with currents at woodwork and lovely glass. It is 4.7 mph, ideal for the novice or the filled with displays of historic inter- pro-floater, with scenery and wildlife est: tools, appliances, small abundant. Enjoy hunting and fishing machines, and horse and buggy at its best in Terry country. equipment. A dentist office, barber Take a short drive up the "Scenic shop, butcher shop, one-room View" road northwest of Terry to see school, library, hospital room, laun- the famed "Badlands." Terry country dry, kitchen, dining room and bed- is also rich in history. Travel to the room date back to the turn of the Agate jewelry is a beautiful souvenir famed base camp area of the Custer century. Also on display are thou- of a visit to Montana. Expedition and visit the graves of sands of old photographs, and an Photo courtesy of Rogerson Hobby & Gifts soldiers who died from wounds extensive manuscript file is being Nestled against the Yellowstone received in the Battle of the Little Big built. River is Terry, Montana, in the heart Horn and where the Far West steam- Museum members are helpful to of agate country, where people come boat docked. Thirty-five miles north tourists and to past residents search-

from all over the United States to of Terry is the location of the battle of ing out historical sites and places of hunt along the river, the creeks and General Miles and Sitting Bull. The interest. nearby hills, gathering the translu- whole area is rich in sites of buffalo Catch the action at these fun cent rock with the rough skin. The jumps, teepee rings and burial sites events: agate can be clear, spotty, banded, of ancient Indians. Stop and investi- Amateur Rodeo July 4 almost black or dendritic. Slabbed gate. Prairie Co. Fair...Aug. 17, 18, 19 with a diamond saw, the rocks are Terry also offers a hospital, air- Fallon Harvest Festival. ..Sept. 2

Relax in our Park Roy's Campground on the edge of town Picnic or Swim Rogerson Hobby & Gifts Montana Moss Agate * Hunt agates on the Rough, Slabs, & Jewelry nearby Yellowstone River Terry, Montana 59349 * Enjoy hunting, fishing and 406-637-5829 river floating * Take a drive on the Diamond Motel "Scenic View" road & Campground TERRY, MONTANA Chamber of Commerce 406-637-5479 Clean-Connfortable 406-637-5407

32—Custer Country Tour Guide Miles City: Cowboy Capital of Montana

History ceed to the Yellowstone Valley in was founded in 1877, it was not until Miles City, the county seat of Montana, and there to establish a 1887 that Miles City was incorporat- Custer County, is truly a roughneck cantonment from which he was to ed. cowboy delight. Featured as the conduct a campaign to compel bands As the cattle industry was most town where Gus McRae died in the of wandering Indians to return to important, it was fitting that the ABC Mini-series "Lonesome Dove," their reservations. Montana Stockgrowers' Association the city is today a thriving, up-to- Arriving early in the fall. Miles was formed in Miles City in 1884. date community which holds to its conferred with Gen. Alfred E. Terry, The coming of the Northern Pacific western culture with great pride and commanding the Department of the Railroad in 1881 predetermined that perseverance. Historically speaking. Dakotas, who was still in the field Miles City should become a leading Miles City came into existence on the following the Custer massacre. He cattle market. heels of a military expedition sent selected a site at the mouth of the Facts and Figures into the Valley from Fort Tongue River on which to build the Miles City has a population of Leavenworth, Kansas, following the cantonment. The Army engineers about 10,000, a figure which has Battle of the Little Big Horn, on June surveyed the tract of land 10 miles remained stable for many years. The 25, 1876, when Gen. Custer and his square and established a reservation. town is 2,371 feet above sea level. immediate command of five troops It was just across this reservation on Miles City benefits from a widely of the 7th Cavalry were annihilated the east of the south bank of the diversified economic base. The agri- by the Sioux Indians led by Sitting Yellowstone River that the first vil- cultural industry surrounding Miles

Bull. lage was set up. A year later when City is comprised of both livestock It is interesting to know the origin the War Department abandoned it, and grains. The location of Miles of the community. Col. (later Gen.) the village "moved" itself, cabins City on the interstate system encour- Nelson A. Miles, in command of the and appurtenances, to the present ages many tourism ventures. Its six companies of the 5th Cavalry sta- site. The new community was named retail and service business draws tioned at Fort Leavenworth the sum- "Miles City" in honor of the com- from a large geographic area, accom- mer of 1876, received orders to pro- manding officer. While the village modating central shopping and professional services for many sur-

rounding communities. Miles City is also a service hub for many state and .s,p^^^^^, federal agencies. The motto of the ^ M Chamber of Commerce, "Proud Past - Progressive Future," defines the irnTT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE attitude and optimism of Miles City.

Natural Oasis PROUD PROGRESSIVE PAST FUTURE The pause that refreshes on a hot summer day is a dip in Miles City's unique outdoor municipal pool, a "natural oasis," located next to the WELCOMES YOU TO city park which is perfect for picnicking or just relaxing, just a short distance from the pool is a recreation A WESTERN EXPERIENCE! area which has boating facilities. Plenty of fishing sites may be found • Good Accommodations Easy access from 1-94 along the Tongue and Yellowstone • Custer County Art Center Range Riders Museum Rivers, and a number of reservoirs in • Swimming—A "Natural" Oasis Cattle Drives the Miles City area are also available • Trophy Deer & Antelope Hunting Rock Hunting for fishing. Rock hunting is a popu- • Home of the World City Parks lar pastime, and agates can be found Famous Bucking Horse Sale Friendly Merchants in quantity along the Yellowstone • Historic Huffman & Much More River. A variety of other recreational Barthelmess Photo Galleries activities are available: tennis, golf, Call or Write for Further Information: bowling, rollerskating, racquetball, movies, and river floating. 901 Main Street • Miles City, Montana 59301 • (406) 232-2890 Custer Country Tour Guide—33 original site of the Fort Keogh can- built by the late "Sal" Cain. This one

tonment. It has grown to include the room building measures 18' by 28' main building, the Clark Gun and is constructed of hand-hewn Collection Building, Memorial Hall, logs. The one room is the kitchen, Fort Keogh's Officers Quarters living room, family room, bedroom, Building, the Heritage Center, and an dining room and laundry. original log cabin. Each unit has its The items on display at the muse- own story to tell; yet each is a part of um are as diverse as the Montana

the overall history of the west. landscape. It is a must that you stop The main building is constructed while traveling through the great of solid logs which were shipped state of Montana. The time spent,

from Western Montana by the whether it be for one hour or one Northern Pacific Railroad. They were day, will give you a better insight Range Riders Museum hauled from the railhead and assem- into the hardships and the adverse Custer Country photo bled at the present site. It was built conditions the early day settlers in the late 1930's by a group of men overcame to make this such a great Range Riders Museum who wanted a place to meet, swap country. The museum is indeed a With the addition of the Bert Clark stories and reminisce about the early lasting tribute to these early day pio- Gun Collection, the Range Riders days of Eastern Montana. neers. Museum has truly become one of the The Pioneer Memorial Hall, dedi- finest in the Northwest. The collec- cated in 1959, houses nearly 500 pic- tion, which numbers in excess of 400 tures and plaques of pioneers who pieces, is a result of a lifetime of col- helped settle this country. lecting by Mr. Clark. The collection The Officers Quarters Building, includes pieces from the which was moved in from Fort Revolutionary War era, and the Keogh, is one of the few buildings firearms used by the early day set- left of the original fort which at one tlers and military personnel. It also time was the largest military post in includes such exotics as a set of Montana. duelling pistols from Belgium and an The Heritage Center houses many elephant gun which was manufac- of the horse drawn units used in tured by T. Hollis and Sons of days gone by. Many of the units on England in the early 1840's. This gun display are still used in parades and is one of only eight manufactured on special occasions. Within the cen- and one of four known to exist today. ter you can stroll down a replica of The collection is housed in a special- Miles City's early streets. The replica ly designed building which has now Horse races are ever popular on the is complete with shops, a saloon and become an integral part of the muse- Miles City scene. Track dates are May a blacksmith shop. um complex. 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28. Last, but not least, is the log cabin Gerald Anglum photo The museum complex is set on the X ^^^nM\^^ 1990 Calendar Of Events

Q The Western Art Roundup-Concurrent with Miles City Jaycees Bucking Horse Sale: May 2-June1 Quick-Draw Art Auction and Tales and Ballads of the

Range Cowboy poetry program, May 19, in Riverside Park. "Orah Moore Photography" and "Mothers and Daughters" June 13-July 15 a "The Collograph" July 18-Septennber2 Q "15th Annual Art Auction Exhibit" September 5-November3 Auction: November 3, Miles City Town and Country Club, 8 p.m. "The Influence of Oriental Rugs on Navajo Weaving" November 7-December 30

Free Admission Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Just west of downtown on old Highway 10, Turn right after Fish and Game Building IN MILES CITY, MONTANA THE WESTERN ART ROUNDUP (406) 232-0635

34—Custer Country Tour Guide homemade camera, and often shot astride a moving horse, is a testa- ment to Huffman's genius. Coffrin's MAC'S IGA Custer Country Old West Gallery, where Huffman Art Center fea- prints can be viewed or purchased in tures a Western Miles City a wide variety of forms, draws visi- Art Roundup Ave. tors from every state in the union Haynes & Comstock Show which and from many foreign countries. 232-6395 includes a Quick Golf Course Exit 138 1-94 Draw Art If you're looking for a little pleas- Auction. The ant exercise in an equally pleasant brushes are setting, you can't do much better drawn for the showdown. May than Miles City's Town and Country 19. Club. The Town and Country Club golf course, located on the southwest cor- Custer County Art Center ner of town on the east banks of the Another "don't miss" attraction in Tongue River, is not in a small-town Miles City is the Custer County Art class. The nine-hole golf course com- Center. bines the aesthetics of relaxing cot-

It is one of the major art centers in tonwood-shaded greenery with con- the state and is open year round. tours that can be a challenge to the Located in a beautiful park setting, swinger looking to improve his or the art center building was adapted her golf game. OPEN 24 HOURS from an old waterworks plant and is The club is open to the public listed in the National Register of through greens fees, and its many 7 DAYS A WEEK

Historic Places. It received the first social functions are often open to the Governor's Award for the present general public as well. day use of a historic Montana building. The center features of art works /s from local, state, and regional artists, Miles City as well as from travelling exhibits of national importance. Eight new 1-94 at Exit 138 exhibits open periodically through- then Turn Soutti on out the year. The art center also v^ivy. Highway 59 -2,000 Ft. To houses workshop space for youth and adult classes in the visual and Luxury Rooms plastic arts, and a gift shop that offers quality, hand-crafted items by Budget Rates Montana artists. •Truck Parking 'Direct Dial Phones "Winter Plug-Ins -Free Coffrin's Old West Gallery Remember Taco Tuesday Continental Breakfasts 'Excellent For the 2 Hard Shells ONLY $1.00 art-photography buff, Restaurants Nearby 'Small Pets & viewing the works of old west pho- With Permission -Free Cable TV Soft Shell Sunday tographer L.A. Huffman is a must. 'Free Satellite Movie Channel 2 Soft Shells ONLY $1.30 Huffman came to Montana territory 'Full Tub & Showers You Have a Choice in 1878 to become the post photogra- •Handicapped Facilities 'VCR Chicken or Beef pher at Fort Keogh, the Army post. Rentals ' Non-Smoking Rooms Huffman's remarkable photographs 232-2627 recorded the history of an era that For Reservations 911 S. Haynes, Miles City included the last of the Indian wars, Call: 232-5261 or the great buffalo herds, the frontier Hours: Sunday-Thursday 10;30am-11pm towns, the coming of the railroads, SUPERLINE TOLL FREE =riday-Saturday 1 0:30 am-1 am the vast trail herds, and the rugged 1-800-848-8888 life of the cattleman. The quality of "»" the photographs, taken with a crude

Custer Country Tour Guide—35 Eastern Montana Fair The local newspaper is the Miles The Eastern Montana Fair is a City Star. four-day event beginning in August. The fair-goer can expect to see such Miles City Calendar of Events attractions as rodeos, tractor pulls, demolition derby, plus commercial May exhibits and a carnival. Many other Community Concert 1 special activities will be taking place Cow Capital Turf Club Racing 12-28 in the '90 Eastern Montana Fair. Jaycee Bucking Horse Sale 18-20 Custer County Art Center Quick Barn Players Group Draw and Cowboy Poetry and Art in The Barn Players, the oldest sum- the Park 19 mer theater group in Montana, per- June form four outstanding plays during Big Brothers & Sisters Duck Race. ..2 the summer, including a musical. Centennial Quilters Show 16 Play dates are available at the Hot Air Balloon Rally 22-24 Chamber office. Fort Keogh Historic Reenactment 22-24 Accommodations Big Sky Regional State Games June Miles City has 17 restaurants, 29, 30-July 1 including both sit-down and fast July

food types, two supper clubs, and Miller-Lite 10 State Tourney ....4, 5, 6 four lunch counters. The eating establishments are conveniently August located in three areas: Downtown, Celebrity Shootout Pistol Haynes Avenue and Valley Drive Competition 11 East. General Miles Birthday Overnight lodging is available in Celebration 12 the same areas. There are 10 Eastern Montana Fair 16-19 hotels/motels with a total of 488 units, as well as a campground facili- September ty located on the west end of town. Farmers/ Ranchers Ag Banquet 8 Montana Ram Sale 13 Trailing cattle down Main Street is a Broadcasting Football: Western MT College vs. bit of a novelty even in Miles City, Covering Eastern Montana May ville State 15 the Cowboy Capital of Montana. NEWS-WEATHER-MUSIC: KICK- October These cows and cowboys are headed FM 101.3, AM 1250; KATL-AM 770; Heritage Quest Road Show 2 for the stockyards west of town. KMCM-FM 925; KMTA-AM 1050. Octoberfest Mid-October Cerald Anglum photo

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• Commercial Rates • Local Call Free • Winter Plug-Ins •Color Cable TV-29 Channels MILES CITY r n (^ B^ 232-5170 p^*|i n^ ^^^9 1209 S. Haynes Ave. 36—Custer Country Tour Guide wares as they did in the 1877 era. On August 11, a Celebrity Shootout Pistol Competition is scheduled. And on August 12, a full- blown General Miles Birthday Celebration is planned. Everyone is invited to join the fun at all events. For details, phone (406) 232-4268 or (406) 232-3784. Lewis and Clark Trail In 1804, the Lewis and Clark Expedition began from St. Louis, heading up the Missouri River and continuing on to the west coast. On the return trip, the party split and Clark, with 10 men, Sacajawea and her 18-month-old son "Pomp" moved eastward to explore the route to the mouth of the Yellowstone. Clark and party stopped at various points along the Yellowstone River to Lots of visiting that's done on the range is done on horseback. These ranch camp, make canoes and hands exchange stories as they give their horses a break from cutting calves record their historic jour- away from the herd for branding. Mike McCleary photo ney. The Lewis and General Miles Celebrations military forces, the Northern Clark Trail markers point -I General Nelson A. Miles, a very Cheyenne Bearcoat Scouts, and out the route of the LEWIS ClAKK TRAIL close friend of Col. George artists and craftsmen creating their famous expedition. Armstrong Custer, had outstanding influence in the opening of the West. ALL AT ONE CONVENIENT LOCATION 1-94, BAKER EXIT By his uniquely successful mili- IN MILES CITY, MONTANA tary campaigns, his human negotia- tions and post-capitulation treatment Gas Li! Darlin's 232-5910 of the tribes, various Indian he was ' Diesel Kitchen able to establish and maintain peace. ^3 Independently Operated ' Groceries Two celebrations will be held in FLYING OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY memory of General Miles in 1990. ' Montana Lunch & Dinner SpecialsA^ A.M. to 9 P.M. On June 22-24, the Fort Keogh Car & Truck Souvenirs 11 A.M. Historic Reenactment will feature the Breakfast Specials P.M. to 11 ' Truck Parts year 1877 and inhabitants of the area Stop • Only 5 minutes from downtown Miles City at that time. There will be civilian and • Plenty of Free Parking • Conveniently scouts living in lodges, buffalo OPEN 24 HOURS Accessories Located at 1-94 at the Baker Interchange hunters in their picturesque clothing, 7 DAYS A WEEK BREAKFAST SERVED 24 HOURS A DAY

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Custer Country Tour Guide—37 The World Famous Miles City Jaycee Bucking Horse Sale The entwinement of the histories of eastern Montana and the horse is paid homage during the third weekend of May at the Miles City Jaycee Bucking Horse Sale, the biggest and most famous annual event in Miles City. Rodeo stock contractors from many states come to Miles City to watch the best of the wild, undomes- ticated horses buck. The more promising horses are sold in auction, and appear in rodeos all over the United States. The wild buck-outs are interspersed with quarter horse and thoroughbred racing under the sponsorship of the Cow Capital Turf Club, as the Bucking Horse Sale comes during the heart of the spring horse racing season. Pari-mutuel betting is per- mitted and features computerized wagering systems along with Rodeos are part of the fun of the Miles City Bucking Horse Sale. Spirited Simulcast of the Kentucky Derby. range horses may someday become prize rodeo stock. Enhancing the big event are other Cary Wundenvald photo, courtesy Travel Montana activities such as western barbecues. Western Art Quick Draw, a cowboy poet gathering, dancing in the streets, and a western parade. The Bucking Horse Sale attracts crowds from out-of-town, so early reservations for accommodations are recom- mended. Call the Miles City Area Chamber of Commerce for more information (406) 232-2890.

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Forsyth, the county seat of 1882. The town was named after Rosebud County, is a congenial city General James H. Forsyth, the first FORSYTH of about 3,000 friendly folks. Located U.S. Army officer to land by steamer on the banks of the Yellowstone at the site of the present town. WELCOMES YOU River at the junction of 1-94 and U.S. Lewis and Clark Trail Highway 12, Forsyth was founded in In their exploration of the great 1880 and officially named when the Northwest Territory, William Clark post office and Northern Pacific passed through Rosebud County on Railroad were established there in July 28, 1806 enroute down the Yellowstone River to meet

Meriwether Lewis, who was travel- Take a Look at Our Town! ing down the Missouri River. Forsyth Deparimeni is located along what is known as the •City of Forsyth Recreaiion Lewis and Clark Trail. Community Swimming Pool Hunting and Fishing •City of Forsyth Golf & Country Club •Rosebud County Museum If hunting and fishing spark your •Over 120 Businesses to Serve You fancy, the Forsyth area will certainly •Over 200 Hotel Rooms appeal to you. Big game hunting •Dozen Eating Establishments includes trophy antelope as well as

mule deer and whitctail deer. Forsyih Area Chamber ol Upland birds? You bet! Through Commerce & Agriculiure Box 448 the cooperation of the Montana l-orsyih,MT 59327 Department of Fish, Wildlife and (406) 356-2233 Parks and area land owners, a few Rosebud Health Care Center

minutes in your vehicle puts you 24-llOUR liMHRGIi.NCY CARE smack dab in the middle of ducks, GliNl^RAL HOSPITAL C/\tlE Riverside Park is OBSn-n^ICAL CARE • 55-BED NURSING HOME the perfect place for geese, pheasants, grouse, partridges RESPITE CARE • LIFELINE SERVICES fishing lessons. and wild turkeys. 356-2161 Hurley Hettick photo, courtesy Travel Mont. In Ml. ]-80()- 826-0674 . 383 W. 17TH ST., FORSYTH Custer Country Tour Guide—39 Forsyth invite you to come, live, and Forsyth for boating, swimming and play in Southeastern Montana, in water skiing. In winter, cross country Custer Country. skiing and snowmobiling are popu-

Custer Was Here lar. Near the town of Rosebud, just

nine miles east of Forsyth, is the spot where General Custer camped at the mouth of Rosebud Creek before traveling up that creek on his way to the Little Big Horn in his ill-fated campaign against the Indians. His trek to the Custer Battlefield, 100 miles south of Forsyth, is marked, showing some of the embattlements from his Indian skirmishes. Interested in Recreation? A variety of recreational opportunities are available in the Forsyth area. Parks provide a variety of activ- Many a bow hunter is successful in ities including football, track, base- the coulees and draws near Forsyth. A new indoor, heated swimming pool ball and Softball fields, playgrounds, in Forsyth offers residents and visi- picnic areas, swimming and wading Golf Anyone? tors the best in recreational and exer- pools, bathroom facilities, covered About a mile and a half west of cise opportunity. grandstands and grassy play areas. Forsyth is the Forsyth Country Club Small Town Comforts There are also ice skating rinks, and its beautiful nine-hole golf tourist parks, lighted tennis courts course with well maintained fair- Forsyth provides the comforts of and racquetball facilihes. ways and greens, along with sand friendly small-town living, along There are a number of beautiful traps and water hazards to test your with recreation that only Montana lakes and reservoirs located near skills. can offer. The friendly people of ^nGONW^^^^ Jackpot

Supper Club WESTWIND ^Ul"^ xvioTcm iiw Great Seafood Forsyth's Newest Si Prime Rib Finest Nice Lounge Conveniently located off 1-94 at Exit 93 Forsyth. Montana 59327 ~ Casino ~ CAMPSITE Poker •HBO Keno • Airport Transportation * 12 Full Hookups • Courtesy Continental * 6 Electrical Hookups Breakfast

* 10 Spaces (no hookups) • All Major Credit Cards

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• Winter Plug-ins Open Available Highway 1-94 Forsyth, MT. 4:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. Exit 95 (406) 356-7982 Welcome Travelers 1/4 Mi. South (406) 356-2454 0^^ M.J. Callen, Mgr. (406)356-2038 40—Custer Country Tour Guide Agate Hunting celebrating its 39th year of sponsor- market from this area annually. The surrounding area abounds in ing excellent performance and halter Many horses are trained and shown agates. The Montana moss agates are classes, open to registered paint, throughout the northwest. modules of gray, translucent chal- appaloosa and quarter horse Sheep and wool are also of eco- cedony which, when cut and pol- exhibitors. NRA rodeo will be fea- nomic importance in the county. ished, are seen to contain small man- tured and you won't want to miss a Forsyth can accommodate the ganese dendrites of pleasing appear- Forsyth-style parade. traveler in all his needs, having ance. Enthusiastic agate hunters visit Down to Business hotels, motels, a variety of cafes and the Yellowstone River banks each While oil, coal, and lumbering are restaurants, a theatre, a modern, year, and lapidary work is the hobby among the top industries in the area, fully equipped hospital, doctors, of many. dry land and irrigated farming is dentists, optometrists and a chiro- Pioneer Museum prominent, and the raising of beef practor. The emergency medical ser- Situated next to the courthouse is cattle and good quality horses ranks vice personnel are highly trained and the Rosebud County Pioneer among the top activities in the area. equipped. There are gas stations, gro- Museum which you may visit for a Thousands of cattle are shipped to cery and clothing stores, pharmacy. glimpse of the past, including items ROSEBUD-TREASURE used by early settlers, and many pic- COUNTY FAIR Forsyth, Montana Thursday-Sunday Aug. 9-12 tures of things and people as they ^^•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••* were "in the olden days." • Rock & Roll, Friday, Aug. 10 Hours: First week of May, 9 a.m. • HOLLY DUNN- Saturday, August 11,8 p.m. to 1 p.m.; second week of May to • DEMOLITION DERBY - Sunday, August 12, 7:30 p.m. September 15, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. • SMALL NRA RODEO, Clown - Fri.-Sun. 1 p.m. Monday thru Saturday, 1 p.m. to 7 * Parade - Saturday Morning 10:30 p.m. Sundays. -k Rosebud Sidesaddlers Forsyth Horse Show "wn/^ -^ McKay Carnival, Petting Zoo The Forsyth Horse Show is a two- ^ Magicians, Balloonists day event held on June 2 and 3, 1990. "B%^^W^ * Stock Sale, Buyer Dinner Showing and judging of all classes of Un^^ horses are held. This show will be ONE $10 BUTTON WILL LET YOU ATTEND ALL GRANDSTAND EVENTS

«r 'Homegrown Beef" Best Western^ BLUE SPRUCE CAFE Sundowner Inn y .109 South loth Avenue Forsyth Mt. 1-800-528-1234 *^^t/ Tofsyth, Montana ' 5^27. = 406-356-2115 For Reservations Next to Blue Spruce Cafe Phone f406) 356-7955 Big Town Convenience • Family Restaurant With a Friendly Staff • Banquet Room Newly Refurbished • Homemade Soups Membership in Indoor Olympic Pool • Daily Specials (5 blocks-Free to guests) RATED RoomsAVaterbeds • Senior Discounts Non-Smoking Agate Hunting, Game Hunting, • Children's Menu Fishing & Parks Nearby • Home of the Big Roll In-Room Coffee Bars, Refrigerators • Buses Welcome Stamper's Black Hills Gold Jewelry Free Advance BAV Reservations —Summer Hours— Free Travel Information

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Custer Country Tour Guide—41 The Rosebud Sidesaddle Club has 22 members, ranging in age from early teenagers to ladies in their 70's. They own their own horses and sidesad- dles, some of which are 100 years old. They ride in parades and perform at rodeos, fairs and horse shows. D. Delp photo

flower shop, crafts shop, and a vari- county is the Northern Cheyenne Dates to Remember in 1990 ety of gift shops. Tillitt Field, located Reservation with a population of three miles east of Forsyth, is a coun- 3,100. The Cheyennes are "The May ty operated airport with terminal Morning Star People." Memorial Day Golf Tourney service. Also of interest in the county are (member-guest) 25-27 St. Labre Indian School at Ashland, June Rosebud County and Colstrip, the site of one of the Horse Show & NRA Rodeo 2-3 Rosebud County, established in largest strip coal mines in the state. Horse Show Parade 2 1901, is the third largest county in Mayor's Cup Run 9 the fourth largest state in the U.S. It In the town of Rosebud, a site of July is more than four times the size of interest is a non-denominational 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks the state of Rhode Island. church which is the oldest continu- Display 4 In the southern portion of the ously operating church in the state. Annual Yellow Duck Festival 21 August SPEEDWAY 1969 Forsyth Class Reunion 5-6 Rosebud-Treasure County Fair & DINER Rodeo 9-12 Farmers' Market 25 (Downtozun forsytfi September 4-Roses Horse Endurance Race. ..1-2 Enjoy Our Everyday Farmers' Market 8 Ray Landreth Memorial Shoot 9 / SPECIALS Budget Rates Far West State Recreation Area: 1 / HOMEMADE PIES mile north of Rosebud on Secondary /SALAD BAR/- 446, then 1/2 mile west on county *Cafe * Lounge *Spa road.

* Direct Dial Phones Rosebud State Recreation Area (East Unit): 1-94 at Forsyth, east exit, * Truck Parking * Color TV then north to Yellowstone River. «ub& Shower "Wfiere breakfast is Served Rosebud State Recreation Area Most Credit Cards Accepted iAii 'Day Long" (West Unit): west of Forsyth on U.S. at south end of Yellowstone River CO. and Carol Clark 12, Bridge, milepost 270. 356-2242 Jack and Georgie Ferguson -Open 24 Hours- Look for this business in Forsyth, 1 3rd & Front • Forsyth, Mt. too: 811 Main 356-7987 First State Baiik of Forsyth

42—Custer Country Tour Guide A CowBelle Welcome! Beef is big business in Montana. From the roundup to the dinner table the beef industry is a great provider. Custer Country's CowBelles invite you to enjoy a fine meal. Bob Zellar Photo, courtesy of The Billings Gazette

Centennial's Best Meat Loaf The following recipe was prepared by Kathy Weinberg, a member of Big Horn County's Peg-A-Way 4-H Club of Custer, MT, for the State 4-H "Stir-Ups Contest" at Bozeman, MT. She won first place, a trip to compete in the National Invitational 4-H Beef Ambassador competition in Louisville, KY, in November of 1989. She placed sixth out of twenty-two states, receiving a $100 savings bond. 11/2 pounds lean ground beef 1/2 medium onion, minced 3 slices white bread, crumbled

1 medium carrot, finely grated 2 eggs, slightly beaten 2 tablespoons bottled horseradish 11/2 teaspoons salt

1 1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard Topping: 1/2 cup hickory flavored barbecue sauce.

Preheat oven to 350° F. Crumble beef in medium size bowl. Add minced onion, bread crumbs, and grated carrot, mixing gently. Slightly beat eggs in small bowl, then add horseradish, salt, and mustard. Blend well. Add egg mixture to the meat ingredients. Mix together. Shape into 9 1/4" by 5 1/4" by 2 1/2" loaf pan.

Pack well. Pour topping over meat loaf. Bake at 350° F. for 1 hour. Remove from oven and drain excess fat from meat loaf. Place meat loaf on serving dish and garnish as desired. Serves 6. Approximately 311 calories per 3 oz. serving. Pitchfork Fondue

Sirloin steak, cut 3/4 inch thick, about 6 oz. size. Trim all fat and sinew from steak — this is important, as the fat causes smoking and the sinew causes the steak to curl.

Use an iron caldron (about 20 gallon size) and fill 1/2 to 2/3 of the depth of the caldron with Crisco oil (again, using this brand of oil is important). Hanging caldron over a wood fire, heat until oil reaches 500 degrees.

Pierce steaks onto the tines of a shiny new pitchfork and immerse in the hot oil There is an art to cooking pitchfork for exactly 1-1/2 minutes. fondue style! The hot, tender steaks Serve with baked beans, cole slaw and fresh rolls for a truly Western treat. are a favorite at cookouts like the For free recipes and nutritional information, write: Country Fun Weekend in Hardin. Big Horn County CowBelles • Route #1 • Hardin, Montana 59034 Milt Wester Photo Custer Country Tour Guide—43 A familiar landmark on the Highway 39-212 route to Custer Battlefield, is the Montana Power Plant complex.

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Colstrip: The Town That Coal Built

Colstrip, Montana, was born in Construction of Colstrip Power able includes bowling lanes and a

1924 when the Northern Pacific Plants 1 and 2 started in the fall of movie theater. Railroad started mining coal nearby 1971, bringing work to eastern Free Tours for fuel for their steam locomotives. Montana and growing pains to At the Colstrip Visitor Center, They had engines called Mallets that Colstrip. Approximately $315 million video tapes explain some of the his- pulled freight trains over the Rockies was spent on these units, not includ- tory of Colstrip, the operation of a and Cascades. These freight trains ing the $35 million for the steel tower coal-fired power plant and the work- were a mile long and consumed a lot transmission lines. Construction on ings of an open-pit coal mine. Visitor of fuel. Forty-four million tons of Colstrip Units 3 and 4 began in 1979, Center hours are as follows: coal were produced before the diesel at a cost of $1 .8 billion. Memorial Day to Labor Day, Mon.- locomotives took over in 1958. Now in Colstrip, you'll find lovely Fri. 8 a.m. -5 p.m.; Labor Day to The Montana Power Company homes, townhouses and duplex Memorial Day, Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. -3 purchased the coal leases in 1959 units; playgrounds and parks are in p.m. Tours are available to the from the Northern Pacific and with every neighborhood. The school and Rosebud open-pit coal mine on a this they acquired the mining recreational facilities are unsur- daily basis, with the Colstrip Visitor machinery and Colstrip town site. passed. There are baseball and ice Center furnishing both the guide and A subsidiary of Montana Power skating complexes, a swimming the transportation at no charge. Co., Western Energy Co., started pool, tennis courts, wading pools, Reservations are suggested during mining the coal in 1968. At this time basketball courts, bike paths and tot the summer. Call (406) 748-3746 dur- Colstrip had 63 houses, a school, two lots. A wide range of merchants pro- ing regular business hours. Tours at churches, a grain elevator, and a few vide the visitor with just about any Big Sky Mine are available by buildings left from the early days. needed item. Entertainment avail- appointment. Call (406) 748-2321. MONTANA POWB» COMPANY/ Colstrip Projeet Division and WESTERN ENERGY COMPANY

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^-^•^A Kv/^i/'i We invite everyone to visit Colstrip. Okf Visitor Center located at 6200 Main Street offers free tours Monday-Friday at 1 0:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. As seating on tours is limited, please call 748-3746 to make your reservations.

44—Custer Country Tour Guide Nearby Colstrip is located on the way to and from the Black Hills of South Dakota; is on the route to Yellowstone Park; is only a 1-1/2 hour drive from Pompey's Pillar (another national landmark). Two Indian reservations—the Crow and the Northern Cheyenne—are located south of Colstrip, and both offer various celebrations throughout the year. Don't miss the Annual Northern Cheyenne Pow Wow at Lame Deer, Montana, 25 miles south of Colstrip, the 4th of July weekend. 1990 Activities in Colstrip June Colstrip Days 22, 23, 24 Drama is at its best as Coal and Melodrama 22, 23, 24 Cattle Players perform during Parade, 10:00 a.m 23 Colstrip Days, above. Stop, relax Entertainment, games, food at Rye and let your children play in one Park following Parade. of the many parks in Colstrip, Street Dance 23 like the one shown, right. Rodeo Grounds Activities 23 L}fnn Ferkovich photos Colstrip Days/Miller High Life Classic Softball Toumy 22, 23, 24 Camping facilities available through Colstrip Community Services, 748-2375. Cherry Street Mall in Colstrip Hiehwav39 Colstrip First Interstate Medical Bank ® Clinic JUST DESSERTS ^JiSJKit*^ First Interstate Bank Fort open 9:00-5:00 Weekdays of Colstrip (406) 748-3600 Frozen Yogurt 12 Cherry Street Union Inn Gourmet Coffees & Teas Colstrip, MT 59323 For Reservations Call or Write: For 24-Hour Coverage Call: (406) 748-2840 Cherry Street Mall (406) 748-2553 • P.O. Box 657, (406)356-2161 or Colstrip, MT 59323 Colstrip, Mt. 59323 1-800-826-0674 Member FDIC (406)748-2122 •Clean, Modern Rooms Floral Jimmy's Harrison •Direct Route Between Subs& the Black Hills and Center Chiropractic Yellowstone Park Such Centers •An alternative route "We Deliver" Loretta & Tom Crippen - Owners Tuesday & Thursday, to Custer Battlefield •k Full Breaklast Menu 9:00-6:00 Cherry Street Mall, Box 2096 • Subs •Scenic Drive through Colstrip, Montana 59323 Saturday Northern Cheyenne * Hamburgers 9:00-12:00 by Reservation *• Soups (406)748-4167 (406)748-4139 appointment only * Salads •Tour the Colstrip Send H with special Dr Gordon E Harrison, DC Hours: 6 a m,-6 p.m., Mon.-Sat Mines FTD care... worldwide 748-4401 748-4485 Custer Country Tour Guide- Canada

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Little Big Horn Days—Parades, Rodeo, Hardin 21-24 Miss Montana Pageant, ABT, Billings 22 Hot Air Balloon Rally, Miles City 22-24 Carnival, Colstrip 22-24 Colstrip Days, Colstrip 22-24 Two Moons Annual World Peace Gathering, Busby 22-25 Custer's Last Stand Reenactment, Hardin 22-24 Fort Keogh Historic Reenactment, Miles City 22-24 Ranch Rodeo, Hardin 23 Western Days Parade, Entertainment, Billings 29-30

Big Sky State Games Regional, thru July 1, Blue Blazers, Billings' welcoming ambassadors, wave to Miles City & Glendive 29 crowds from this vintage Packard in the Jaycee's Western Little Levi Rodeo (12 and under), Broadus 30 Days Parade in Billings. Photo by Gloria Wester July Concert & Fireworks, Roundup 3 April Parade & Rodeo, Roundup 4 Mens State Bowling Tournament, Weekends, Rodeo, Parade, Ropings, Broadus 3-4 Billings 1-30 Street Dance, Laurel 3 Romeo & Juliet Ballet, Billings 14 Parades, Fireworks, Laurel 4 The Judds in Concert, MetraPark, Billings 20 Symphony and Chorale, Billings 21 Peaks to Prairie Race, Run, Bike, Boat, Red Lodge to BiUings 22 Ballet Hispanico, Billings 28 May

Community Concert, Miles City 1 Alvin Alley American Dance Theatre, Billings 2 Randy Travis Concert, MetraPark, Billings 11 Carousel, Musical at ABT, Billings 11, 12, 18 Cow Capitol Turf Club Racing, Wknds., Miles Cityl2-28 NILE Spring Horse Show & Sale, Billings 18-19 Mrs. Montana Pageant, Billings 19 Bucking Horse Sale, Miles City 18-20 Quick Draw Art Auction, Miles City 19 Custer Country Parades are full of colorful floats. 1989 Cowboy Poetry and Art in the Park, Miles City 19 was Montana's Centennial. Gloria Wester photo Arts & Crafts Fair, EMC, Billings 20 Rendezvous of Elk River Plainsmen of Billings, at Red Lodge 25-28 International Baseball Tournament, Laurel 2-4 Fireworks, Amateur Rodeo, Talent Show, Hardin 4 June Celebration & Contests, Baker 4 White Snake in concert, MetraPark, Billings 1 Amateur Rodeo, Terry 4 Duck Race, Miles City 2 10-State Baseball Tournament, Miles City 4-6 Horse Show & Parade, Forsyth 2 Fireworks at Belltower, near Ekalaka 4 Horse Show & NRA Rodeo, Forsyth 2-3 Northern Cheyenne PowWow, Lame Deer 4 Bump & Run Motorcross Rally, Roundup 3 Rodeo, Parade, Demolition Derby, Glendive 4 Antique Show & Sale, MetraPark, Billings 8-10 Tri-County Horse Show, Roundup 14-15 Horse Clinic, Roundup 9 Yellowstone River Boat Hoat, Laurel 20-23 Mayor's Cup Race, Forsyth 9 Youth Rodeo (ages 1-18), Wibaux 15 Rubber Duck Regatta, Riverfront Park, Billings 9 Tri-County & 4-H Fair, Roundup 19-21 Midland Empire Horse Show, Quarter Horse, and Big Sky State Games, Billings 20-22 Arabian Horse Show, MetraPark, Billings 15-24 Yellow Duck Festival, Forsyth 21 Centennial Quilter's Show, Miles City 16 Summerfair Art Center Benefit, RMC, Billings 21-22 Schooling Horse Show & Team Roping, Wibaux 16-17 Homesteader Days, Huntley 21-22 High Prairie Cattle Drive to Glendive, thru July 3 26 Youth & Open Fair, Hardin 26-29 All-Arabian Class A Horse Show, Billings 18-21 Bull Mountain Horse Cutting, Roundup 29-31 48—Custer Country Tour Guide Calendar of Events—1990

Crow Fair, Rodeo & Parade, Crow Agency 16-20 Eastern Montana Fair, Miles City 16-19 Prairie County Fair, Terry 17-19 County Fair, Parade & Rodeo, Baker 17-19 Big Sky Air Show, Billings 23-25 County Fair, Wibaux 24-26 PRCA Rodeo & Variety Show, Wibaux 25 Farmers' Market, Forsyth 25 Country Fun Weekend, Pitchfork Fondue on Sunday, Hardin 25-26 Roundup Cattle Drive, thru Sept. 1, to Roundup 25

The welcome to Montana's cattle drives and ranch activities is as wide as the smile on this cowgirl's face. EM. Howard photo

August There are many fine dancing performances at Herbstfest Ekalaka Cattle Drive to Ekalaka 6-13 and Octoberfest celebrations. Milt Wester photo Rosebud-Treasure County Fair & NRA Rodeo, Forsyth 9-12 Parade, Forsyth 11 September Days of '85 Fair, Rodeo, Parade, Ekalaka 10-12 Cattle Drive Parade & Rodeo, Roundup 1 Big Sky Indian Market, EMC, Billings 10-12 Four Roses Horse Endurance Race, Forsyth 1-2 Dawson County Fair Rodeos, Glendive 10-12 & PowWow, Ashland 1-3 Celebrity Shootout Pistol Competition, Miles City 11 Quilt Show, Hardin 1-7 Western Heritage Folk Fest, RMC, Billings 11-12 Harvest Festival, Fallon 2 MontanaFair, Carnival, Horse Races, Stars, Labor Day Roping & Dance, Custer 2-3 Exhibits, Chili Cookoff, MetraPark, Billings 11-18 Historical Skit & Ice Cream Social, Wibaux 3 General Miles Birthday Celebration, Miles City 12 Art in the Park, Wibaux 3 Powder River Cattle Drive to Broadus 12-19 Harvest Roundup, Melodramas & Exhibits, Medicine Rocks Cattle Drive to Baker 12-19 Roundup 1-3 Powder River Fair, Broadus 15-17 Farmers' Market, Forsyth 8 Ray Landreth Memorial Shoot, Forsyth 9 Montana Ram Sale, Miles City 13 Billings Symphony Performance, ABT, Billings 15 Herbstfest Celebration, Pageant, Parade Food Booths, Entertainment, Laurel 20-23 Ricky Skaggs Concert, Laurel 21

October Heritage Quest Road Show, Miles City, 2 Bump & Run Motorcross Rally, Roundup 6 NILE, Rodeo and Exhibits 15-20

November Annual Art Center Art Auction, Miles City 3 Holiday Food Festival, Trade Center, Billings 17-18 Holiday Bazaar, Trade Center, Billings 24 At the Country Fun Weekend in Hardin you'll find enter- Christmas Fair, Trade Center, Billings 25 taining events of all kinds. Gloria Wester photo

Custer Country Tour Guide—49 RADIO STATION GUIDE CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE ^""^^ Baker Baker P.O. Box 849, Zip 59313 KFLN(AM) 960 Country/Western Phone (406) 778-2418 Billings Billings PO. Box 31177, Zip 59107 KFBN(AM) 1490 Financial/ Business/News Phone (406) 245-4111 KCTR(AM) 970 Modern Country KCTR(FM) 102.9 Modem Country Broadus P.O. Box 484, Zip 59317 KEMC(FM)91.7 Public Radio Phone (406) 436-2611 KGHL(AM) 790 Country/Western Colstrip PO. Box 1100, Zip 59323 KIDX(FM) 98.5 Adult Contemporary Phone (406) 748-3746 KBLG(AM)910 Newstalk Ekalaka P.O. Box Zip 59324 KURL(AM)730 Religious 483, KUUS(AM)1240 Oldies Phone (406) 775-6658 or 775-6852 KZLS - Z-97, 97.1 CHR Forsyth P.O. Box 448, Zip 59327 KYYA(FM) 93.3 Adult Contemporary Phone (406) 356-2233 KOOL/KKUL(FM) 95.5 Oldies Glendive P.O. Box 930, Zip 59330 KOHZ(FM) 103.7 Contemporary/Easy Listening Phone (406) 365-5601 Colstrip KEMC(FM) 88.5 Public Radio Hardin 200 N. Center, Zip 59034 Forsyth Phone (406) 665-1672 KIKC(AM) 1250 Country /Western Hysham P.O. Box 72, Zip 59038 KXXE(FM) 101.3 Country/Western Phone (406) 342-5546 Glendive P.O. Box Zip 59044 KGLE(AM)590 Religious Laurel 395, KDZN(FM) 96.5 Adult Contemporary Phone (406) 628-8105 KXGN(AM) 1400 Middle of the Road Miles City 901 Main St., Zip 59301 KECC(FM) 88.5 Public Radio Phone (406) 232-2890 Hardin Richey P.O. Box 279, Zip 59259 KOOL/KKUUFM) 95.5 Oldies Phone (406) 773-5580 KEMC(FM)91.7 Public Radio Laurel/Billings Roundup P.O. Box 751, Zip 59072 KBSO(AM)1490 Z-Rock Phone (406) 323-1966 Miles City Ryegate Ryegate, Mt., Zip 59074 KATL(AM) 770 Adult Contemporary Phone (406) 568-2205 KMCM(FM) 92.5 Adult Contemporary P.O. Box 667, Zip 59349 KEEC90.7 Public Radio Terry KMTA(AM) 1050 Country/Western Phone (406) 637-5479 KIKC(FM) 101.3 Country Wibaux P.O. Box 159, Zip 59353 KROE(AM)930 Country/Western Phone (406) 795-2412 KROE{FM)94.9 Christian

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g<: 50—Custer Country Tour Guide Northern Cheyenne Reservation: Home of the Morning Star People

Cheyennes often pray when they see tribe and the site of the offices of the

this star early in the morning sky. It Bureau of Indian Affairs. The has its own name in the Cheyenne Northern Cheyenne annual pow language: WOHEHIV. wow takes place every July 4th, with The Morning Star design is used competitive Indian dancing contests, as the trademark on craft items as parades, etc. Places are available to well as being the officially recorded camp, and photography is encour- brand of the Cheyenne cattle herd. aged. The Northern Cheyenne In the Lame Deer Cemetery are Reservation is comprised of 444,525 the graves of Chief Dull Knife (also acres and is in Rosebud and Big known as "Morning Star") and Chief Horn Counties, extending from the Little Wolf, who together historically —WOHEHIV— Crow Reservation eastward to the led a small band of Northern

The Morning Star Tongue River. It is not checkerboard- Cheyenne Indians back to the home-

The Morning Star design is the ed with non-Indian land as are most land from exile in the Indian lands of official emblem of the Northern reservations in this area. About 20 Oklahoma, following the tribe's par- Cheyenne Tribe. The origin of this percent of the Indian families live in ticipation in the Battle of the Little design is lost in antiquity, but it has the rural area along the streams and Big Horn. always carried a very special mean- rivers. The remainder are concentrat- At Crazy Head Springs, eight ing down through the generations. ed principally in four small towns in miles east of Lame Deer, is a buffalo For the Cheyennes, the Morning Star the area. pasture with 70 head of buffalo, a "lights the morning sky and shines small fishing pond, and picnic spots. more brightly than the other stars." Lame Deer Lame Deer is also the home of It has a different color. The Lame Deer is headquarters for the Dull Knife Memorial College.

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Cheyenne Depot Makes History World Peace Gathering. The first tribally owned conve- July 4 —Lame Deer Pow Wow nience store in Montana opened in Sept. 1, 2, 3—Ashland Pow Wow June 1988 — the Cheyenne Depot. Busby Featuring convenience store items, Busby, located in Big Horn gifts and Indian crafts, the new busi- County, was named after a white ness also provides another means of trader, Floyd Busby, who built the employment for tribal members. first trading post on the townsite. Constructed by the Community The trading post was destroyed by Development Block Grant Program, fire in 1980. the Cheyenne Depot is administered Chief Two Moons Monument at by Diana McLean. Busby was built in 1936 by an Indian Annual Northern Cheyenne trader, Monicure, in memory of Chief Pow Wow Two Moons who participated in the Put this date on your calendar Battle of the Little Big Horn. July 4, 1990. You won't want to miss Two Moons Annual the traditional Pow Wow held in World Peace Gathering Lame Deer every year at this time. At the Austin Two Moons Ranch There'll be the Princess Contest (all on Rosebud Creek, five miles east of princesses welcome), dance contests Busby on Highway 212, will be held in all categories, parades and grand the annual Two Moons World Peace entries. Gourd dancing is held daily, gathering on June 22-25, 1990. and rations and feasting are always Sunrise prayer ceremonies will be part of the festivities. All drums, held at the ranch June 22-24, fol- dancers and singers are welcome. lowed by current Indian issues dis- For more information, contact the cussions throughout the day. On Tribal Secretary, (406) 477-6284. June 25, the prayer ceremony will be Dates to Remember at Custer Battlefield, returning to the This early photo records the existence June 22-25 —Two Moons Annual Two Moon Ranch for a feast. of Lame Deer's tomb, in sandstone Free camping is available at the bluffs near Lame Deer, Montana. ranch and along Rosebud Creek at L.A. Huffman photo Courtesy Gallery, Miles City, MT Western 8 Motel various places. of Coffrin's Ashland •k Air Conditioned * At Ashland, 21 miles east of Lame Reservation History • TV* Deer, is the St. Labre Mission and the After the Northern Cheyennes Cheyenne Indian Museum. Take the helped defeat Custer in 1876, their Cleat & Geri Stevenson time to visit these two attractions, pursuit eventually caused them to be located side-by-side on the edge of detained in Oklahoma Indian Ashland, Mt. 59003 406-784-2400 Ashland. Free tours of the mission Territory. Despite promises they and museum are available. could later return to Montana, these Justus Inn Cafe Highway 212 promises were never kept. Sick and Located on Highway 212, the hungry, determined to return to their • Complete Family Dining * shortest route between the Black homeland on Sept. 7, 1878 the Cheyennes under Dull Knife (also k Video Games * Hills and Yellowstone Park, Ashland is an ideal spot to take a break. It has called Morning Star) and Little Wolf • Pool • the Cheyenne Reservation on one escaped. Pursued in the rear, inter- side and a beautiful segment of cepted on their way, these heroic 6 a.m. • 9 p.m. (406) 784-2701 Custer National Forest on the other. people fought, froze and starved to The town has traveler comforts death to reach home. An executive Green's Grocery motel, cafe, groceries, propane fill- order of Nov. 26, 1884 finally set ups, gas, antique shops, and a bank. aside a tract of country for the Groceries—Fresh Meat Authentic beadwork is available, as Northern Cheyennes in Montana. Pop—Beer—Periodicals Pow Wow s? well as beads and other craft materi- Sundries—Clotliing als. Labor Day Weekend is Pow Wow Movie Rentals Ashland can also be reached from time in Ashland. This Native 1-90. Just exit at Custer Battlefield, at American festivity lasts all weekend Sunday 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. Phone visitors are always welcome! Mon.-Sat. 6:30 a.m.-lO p.m. (406)784-2276 the Highway 212 junction. and 52—Custer Country Tour Guide St. Labre Indian School

St. Labre dates back more than 100 years. In 1883, a soldier. Private George Yoakam, stationed at Fort Keogh near Miles City, recognized the hard times experienced by the Northern Cheyenne. He contacted Bishop Brondel and told him of the Indian people who were roaming the Tongue River Valley without homes or land. Land was purchased by the Bishop in the Tongue River Valley and on March 29, 1884, St. Labre Indian School became a reality for Ashland. Four Ursuline Sisters arrived from Toledo, Ohio, in response to the request of Bishop Brondel for priests and nuns to work among the Northern Cheyenne. St. Labre Indian School made a humble beginning with the construction of a log cabin school operated by the Sisters. This three-room cabin served as residence, school and dor- mitory, as well as the church. Today St. Labre provides accredited K-12 education to 750 children at four different locations. Beyond educational programs, St. Labre provides group homes for children from broken homes, college scholarships, business investments to promote employment, alcohol rehabilitation, cultural studies and many community programs. St. Labre Mission School provides education to 750 Indian students in grades St. Labre depends completely on K-12, many of whom live at the school. St. Labre photo private donations for its many programs. Without federal or church wildlife, picnic, fish, camp, photo- white-tailed deer, and wild turkeys. funds, many friends all the over graph nature, hunt, cross-country ski The Long Pines is noted for the United States "keep the miracle and snowmobile. Capitol Rock National Natural alive." Wild horses graze in the Pryors in Landmark. This area also is known the summer, giving visitors a rare for having a very high density of Custer National Forest opportunity to observe these animals nesting raptors. From wild places to spaces, open in their natural habitat, unharnessed the lands of the Custer National and free. For more information about recre- Forest stretch across Custer Country The Ashland District, east of ation activities in the Custer National from the Pryor Mountains south of Ashland, has ideal horseback riding Forest, write to one of the following Billings to the Long Pines on the country, and hunting for mule deer addresses: Montana/South Dakota border. and wild turkeys is very good. There Beartooth Ranger District, Route These lands offer a variety of recre- are also opportunities to hike, camp, 2, Box 3420, Red Lodge, MT 59068 ation opportunities and a wide fish, and cross-country ski. Ashland Ranger District, P.O. Box diversity of settings for recreation. Birdwatchers can enjoy the 200-plus 168, Ashland, MT 59003 The Pryor Mountains offer numer- species of birds that frequent the Sioux Ranger District, Box 37, ous caves, including ice caves, for area. Camp Crook, SD 57724 visitors to explore. The Pryors are Chalk Buttes, Long Pines, and Custer National Forest, also an ideal place to hike, ride Ekalaka Hills near Ekalaka, MT., pro- Supervisor's Office, Box 2556, mountain bikes, watch birds, view vide excellent hunting for mule deer. Billings, MT 59103. Custer Country Tour Guide—53 Cheyenne Culture

The Cheyenne Indian Museum has an impressive collection of Indian artifacts from the Northern Cheyenne and several other tribes from all over the coimtry. Items for sale at the Visitor Center include handmade beaded moccasins, jewelry, pocketbooks, key chains, beaded clothing, paintings and even traditional Indian dancing regalia. A new addition is an Indian mannequin mounted on a pinto horse. Both horse and rider are in full authentic dress. Also available are hand-painted eggs and an interesting selection of pottery

Pottery and "Storyteller Dolls," are Gloria Wester photos available to view or purchase at the Little Coyote Gallery.

Native Americans used the original "natural fabrics" in rawhide dresses like those shown below. Whitetail and mule deer hides were stripped of hair and tanned, then worked until the leather was softened. The hems were fringed. Then the dresses were beaded in the Cheyenne patterns.

Hours of work and special care went into making each Cheyenne ceremonial piece that is part of the Cheyenne Indian Museum collection at St. Labre Indian Mission School in Ashland. Pictures of people wearing them are included in the display shown above, which features a head- Matched pieces of beaded ceremonial dress and war shield. regalia such as those shown above, are on display at the museum.

54—Custer Country Tour Guide Colorful costumes made with feathers, rawhide and millions of beads, are a spectacle of the Crow Fair. D. Delp photos Crow Indian Reservation

The Crow Reservation, covering about 2,500,000 acres in Big Horn County, encompasses Lodge Grasss, St. Xavier, Crow Agency, Pryor and Ft. Smith. While the Crow Fair is the biggest and best known event of the reservation, the Crow Indians have a variety of cultural celebrations, which help keep the Crow culture strong and alive. One of the more prominent cultural activities is hand-games, a complex variation of picking which hand holds a concealed object juch as an elk's tooth. The third weekend in August is always Crow Fair time, a time for family reunions, a time for feasting and rejoicing. Visiting tribes save up in order to come back year after year to join in the celebration along the banks of the Little Big Horn River. The Crow Fair and Rodeo Celebration is headquartered annually at the tribal campgrounds along the Little Big Horn River near Crow Agency, known as the "Teepee Capital of the World." The premier pow wow of North America's native people, the Crow Fair is held the third weekend of August each year. That's August 16 - 20 in 1990. Parades, rodeos, dancing contests, racing events and pari-mutuel betting are featured daily. The Crow Tribe enjoys and welcomes visitors to the celebration. Custer Country Tour Guide—55 Lodge Grass against the continued encroachment In the southeastern corner of the by European cultures. county is Lodge Grass, the early day Battlefield Tours, summer hunting grounds of the Visitor Center Crow Indians, who knew the area by The Museum/Visitor Center is the "rich grass" or "greasy grass" open until 7:45 p.m. every day in the which grew there. The Crow pronun- summer and the National Cemetery ciation for the words "lodge" and is open until sunset. There is a gate "grease" were so similar that there fee of $3.00 per vehicle to visit the was a misinterpretation; hence. Battlefield and Museum, $1.00 per Lodge Grass. person in bus groups. However, As you enter Custer Country from those wishing only to visit the the south on 1-90, Lodge Grass is the National Cemetery are given a free first full-service town in Montana. pass. You'll find a variety of businesses Admission to Custer Battlefield is that offer travel comforts, as well as a free on Memorial Day, June 25 (the shady park with room to stretch and anniversary of the battle), and relax. August 25 (National Parks Day). Tongue River Reservoir The Visitor Center contains The Tongue River Reservoir State exhibits on the battle, Indian culture, Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer. Recreation Area is located six miles and frontier soldiers. The Visitor Custer Battlefield National 1990: north of Decker on Secondary 314, Monument Archives photo Center schedule is as follows in then one mile east on the county April 29 to Memorial Day 8:00 a.m. road. (The fishing access is five miles to 6:00 p.m.; Memorial Day to Labor further.) killed in battle June 25, 1876. Over Day 8:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.; Sept. 4 to Custer Battlefield the years the Native Americans who Memorial Day 1991, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 Custer Battlefield was created in fought Custer also have been memo- p.m. 1879, initially to honor only Lt. Col. rialized in what was one of their last George A. Custer and U.S. soldiers armed efforts to retain their lands A complete time schedule of interpretive activities is available from the Battlefield office or from information Cottage Inn centers throughout Custer Country.

Memorial Day to Labor Day 11 Hester Avenue Repeated at varying Hmes during Lodge Grass, Montana 59050 the day are these activities: Battle of Little Bighorn Myths of Little Bighorn Home-like Atmosphere Unveiling the Battle through Stay a meal or for Archaeology Stay all night 639-2453 (406) Personal Profiles: Indians and Soldiers Plains Indian Cozy Corner U.S. Cavalry Guided Battlefield Tours: Bus and Lodge Grass CUSTER BATTLEFIELD Van TOURS other Lunch Counter A personalized close-up and in-depth tour Since inclement weather and

with 1978-86 Custer Battlefield Superinten- factors may alter scheduling, no Pizza • Pop dent James Court as your guide. times are listed here. Visitors may Small Line of Groceries check at the Visitor Center for times Half Day and Full Day and places or call (406) 638-2621. Tours for 1-11 People

Step-On Guide Service Available Located near Crow Agency, on Open 10 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Reservations Required Highway 22 (1-90 Exit 510), Custer 6 Days A Week Battlefield is just 15 miles from Closed Saturdays (406) 665-1580 '416 N.Cody Hardin, MT 59034 Hardin. 56—Custer Country Tour Guide a

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in the Custer Battlefield The American Convenience Center Indians O Souvenirs O Jewelry On a scorching June Sunday in 1876, hundreds of Indian warriors O Boots ^^ coverged on a grassy ridge rising O Tack above the valley of Montana's Little 0^ Bighorn River. On the ridge, five O Gifts -^ companies of United States cavalry, about 225 officers and troopers, fought desperately but hopelessly against many times their number. When the guns fell silent and the smoke and dust of battle lifted, no soldier survived. This was "Custer's Last Battle"— spectacular triumph for the Walt and Maureen Secrest American Indian in his four-century Crow Agency, MT Sitting Bull, leader of the struggle to hold back the white peo- Sioux. Junction Hwy. 212 & 1-90 Custer Battlefield National ple who finally overpowered him. Monument Archives —an excerpt from Custer Battlefield Official (406) 638-2363 National Park Handbook Custer Battlefield Trading Post & Cafe In Our NEW Log Trading Post Intersection of 1-90 & Hwy. 212 (just across from National Monument) Second Location - at the Battlefield Convenience Center " "This is NOT your average gift Shop Open 7 Days a Week 8 to 9 .^ Uy y^ —ORIGINAL INDIAN ART— FREET • Hamdmade Indian Beadwork Bring this ad in for one FREE arrowhead! • Montana Made Gifts • • Custer Collectibles • •Relics amd Collectibles*

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Hardin: Home of Little Big Horn Days

Hardin, in the heart of Custer Country, is the county seat of Big Horn County, an area that is the same size as the state of Connecticut, and has something to offer the most It's teepee raising time! discerning visitor. You'll see teepees going up, Today fishermen seeking prize craft booths setting up, people everywhere getting catches tread the same steps as the ready for four days of settlers who followed the Bozeman authentic old-time fun dur- Trail. ing Little Big Horn Days. Fifteen miles from Hardin, visitors find Custer Battlefield National Monument and Cemetery, where two great cultures once clashed. The Hardin area features great fishing on the Big Horn River and on the 70- mile long lake behind Yellowtail I Dam at Ft. Smith. Hardin is a designated Superhost town, dedicated to making visitors feel welcome and to answering their queshons about local attractions and events. "Western Hospitality"—

Hardin has it!

Photo courtesy of St. Labre Mission MARGARET'S Chat 'n Chew The Motel Daylight Donuts LARIAT ^ILE^ if: Breakfast Specials All Day This motel was but a vision to four men Variety of Rotating * Lunch & Dinner several years ago. Art Exhibits Specials It was sketched on a napkin with coffee Throughout the Year ^ Mexican and stained ideas to make it grow. American Food The Lariat was constructed into a reality Gift Items in 1959. • Donuts & Rolls And one of those men was my uncle, * Pottery * Windsocks Fresh Every Day Thus his dream became mine. DAYLIOHT * Tiles # Prints DONUYS It's a bit rough and western, cause it's * Paintings * Baskets patterned after and in keeping with his plan. So quietly original and restored Lace Collars * as best we can, # Books * Cards We know that we're not as fancy as the Hilton's or the Sheraton's, just to name a few. * Quilts ^. Quilted Items But we are clean and we're honest, and - Open: Hours : 12 IVoon 5 p.m. we do take pride in serving you ' nes. - Sat. Mon.-Sat. 6 am-8 pm Thanks for staying with us— Sundays May-Get. Jail House Gallery 6 am - 2 pm Main Street (406) 665-3708 406-665-2683 Hardin, Mt. 59034 721 N. Center, Hardin 709 N. Center Ave. 15 miles to (406) 665-3239 Next to the Lariat Motel Hardin, Mt. 59034 Custer Battlefield 58—Custer Country Tour Guide Little Big Horn Days The 114th Anniversary of the Battle of the Little Big Horn will be observed with a "Little Big Horn Days" festival in Hardin, June 21-24. The main feature will be the recnact- ment of "Custer's Last Stand." See page 62 for details on the reenactment. Other features include tours to the Battlefield, western crafts and arts for sale and exhibits. Also there will be wagon rides, Indian dancing, ranch rodeo, parades, games and Join the fun in Hardin during Little activities for all ages! The carnival Big Horn Days, June 21 - 24. There'll will be in town all four days, and be a parade and rodeo, cowboys and there's a street dance on Saturday Indians, wagon rides and barbecues night. and the "Custer Last Stand" reenact- This event gets bigger and better ment. every year. Join the fun! Call (406) 665-1672 for more information. The Becker Hotel on Hardin's Center

Avenue was one of ten first perma- Jail House Gallery nent business buildings in Hardin. The Jail House Gallery located on Not presently in use as a hotel, the

Main Street in Hardin, features Becker is in the heart of I f ardin's his-

monthly rotated exhibits of both toric district. It houses the Hardin regional and statewide shows, as Chamber of Commerce, the Historic well as a gift shop. The gallery is Preservation Office and a variety of open year-round, Tuesday through businesses and "cottage industries." Saturday, from 12-5 p.m. David Wheeler graphic

Visit our 1990 in Hardin June Turn-of-the-Century Exhibits Little Big Horn Days 21-24 Little Big Horn Days Ranch Rodeo...23 Shop Our Country Store July • Books on Western Fireworks, Amateur Rodeo & History Talent Show 4 • Made-in-Montana Items Youth & Open Fair 26-29 August • Souvenirs & Quilted Crow Fair, Rodeos and Parades 16-20 Items Country Fun Weekend, Picnic,

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Look for these businesses in Hardin, r No Admission Fee too: —HOURS— First Interstate Bank June-August: Monday thru Saturday 9 a.m. -8 p.m. Little Horn State Bank Sunday 12:00 -5 p.m. Bill's Auto Parts September: Monday thru Saturday 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Harrison Chiropractic Closed Sunday Oct.-May: Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Closed Sunday & Monday

r MONTANA • . I For more information: uperhostJ Box 1206ACC ' Hardin, MT 59034 • (406) 665-1671 Custer Country Tour Guide—59 Take lime to tour the various buildings at the Big Horn County Historical Museum. Participate in non- denominational services held in the 1917 Evangelical and Reformed Church on Sundays at 9 a.m. from June 1 - August 31. You can even ring the bell in the church!

Mike McCleary photo courtesy Big Horn County Historical Museum

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MERCURY 323 N, Cheyenne, P.O. BOK 313, Hardin, MT 59034 (406)665-1717 60—Custer Country Tour Guide Historical Museum And Visitor Center Directly off 1-90 Exit 497 is the Big Horn County Historical Museum. To their visitors, the museum staff and volunteers offer a cool, quiet stop, complete with interpretive displays on the area's past. The museum displays a complete selection of informational brochures and pamphlets about attractions throughout Montana and bordering states. The people who greet you are happy to give you personal insight into attractions in the area. A fine selection of books pertaining to the area's history are for sale, as are other western gift items. The displays concentrate on telling the story of Big Horn County. The park at the Hardin Visitor Center and Museum complex is the site of the Surrounding the grassy, shady picnic Country Fun Weekend, August 25-26. Food, entertainment, craft booths and 5k, area are buildings brought to the 10k run and walk. A free dance is held Saturday night. Sunday features a pitchfork fondue stage entertainment. shown above grounds and restored to their early- and The bam and wagon are part of the museum grounds complex. Mike McCleary photo day best. Included are a schoolhouse, a farmhouse, a log cabin, a church, a blacksmith shop, a barn, a service a depot, track and cars. p.m. Sunday, noon-5 p.m. September station and a mercantile. An up-com- The entire exhibit is free of charge. Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Closed ing project for the museum is a turn- The museum is open: June Sunday. October-May, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. of-the-century railroad display with through August, Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-8 Tues.-Sat. LAMMERS' Cheuron 4^ Trading Post Purple^ Cow

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Custer Country Tour Guide—61 Relive history at the reenactment of "Custer's Last Stand" in Hardin, Montana, June 22, 23, 24, 1990. Sponsored by the Hardin Chamber of Commerce, reenactment performances are Friday, 1:00 p.m.; Saturday, 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, 1:30 and 4:00 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults and $20 per family.

History comes alive in front of your eyes! Follow the The main attractions of the reenactment are wagon story of the white man's westward expansion. See the trains, an Indian encampment, troopers, Indian war- signing of the Fort Laramie Treaty, Sitting Bull's dra- riors, pioneers, scouts and a replica of Fort Laramie. matic Sun Dance and other famous events that led to The event-filled weekend will draw thousands of visi- the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Thousands of spectators. For more information, contact the Hardin tors enjoyed reenactment shows featuring hundreds of Chamber of Commerce, 200 North Center Avenue, participants in authentic costumes during the 60's and Hardin, MT 59034, or call (406) 665-1672. early 70's. Now you have a chance to see the profes- sionally produced and narrated staging of the historic event in 1990. Al Sargent photos 62—Custer Country Tour Guide WESTERN MOTEL ECONOMY RATES 1-800-321-4225—Res. Only Exit #495 or #497 Junction of Hwy. 313 & West 3rci HARDIN'S NEWEST AND FINEST MOTEL (406) 665-2296 *Nearby: Handicap Unit 15 Min. to Custer Battlefield Custer Battlefield Two Guest Laundries Indoor Olympic-Sized Swimming Complex Some Queen Beds Color Cable TV & HBO Yellowtail Dam & Big Horn Recreation Area Family Units All Queen Beds Ft. Custer Golf Club Non-Smoking Rooms Available In-Room Coffee *Free Montana Maps and Information Color Cable TV Non-Smoking Rooms Available *24-Hour Restaurant & Bar-Casino Opposite Air Conditioned *AII Major Credit Cards Accepted Car/Trailer/U-Haul Parking Large Parking Area Honeymoon Suite with Luv Tub Spa Pets Accepted Groups Welcome—Discounts Available Commercial Rates Commercial Rates TOLL FREE RESERVATIONS 1-800-341-8000 Food, Groceries, Gas, Lounge, Beauty Or Direct At (406) 665-1870 gm^^ Salon, Laundronnat, Car Wash Easy Access, Located Just Off 1-90, Q^^ >~Ni Take The City Center Exit #495 Within One Block

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Custer Country Tour Guide—63 Reservation, is the Rosebud Battlefield State Monument, site of KCs the 1876 Sioux vs. General Crook Battle, just north on Secondary Highway 314. The Indian victory here was a prelude to, and directly KC'S Family led to, the Battle of the Little Big Horn. The Tongue River Reservoir State Drive-In Recreation Area is located six miles north of Decker on Secondary 314, In a hurry? then one mile east on the county road. (The fishing access is five miles Call ahead further.) Permission to hunt and fish on pri- Fort C.F. Smith Site 665-1171 vate land in Montana is required by Fort C.F. Smith was established on law. Ask permission of the land August 12, 1866, to protect immi- owner before participating in out- grants traveling on the Bozeman Trail GOOD door activities or crossing private from attacks by the Sioux Indians. land. Photo by Mark Sargent FAST The Bozeman Trail crossed the Big Books, Books, Books Horn River 400 yards from the fort. A variety of books is available at Located near the present town of FOOD the Custer Battlefield Visitor Center Fort Smith, all that remains of the and the Big County Historical Chicken To Go Horn site are low mounds and interesting in Museum Hardin. Books make stories. The site is on private land Open Daily at 11:00 a.m. lasting souvenirs of a lovely his- and and can be visited if accompanied by 833 W. 3rd St. toric state. a park ranger when available. Prior Hardin, Montana Rosebud Battlefield Monument arrangements must be made at the Near Decker, just east of the Crow Fort Smith Visitor Center.

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64—Custer Country Tour Guide Fish like this one are common in the Big Horn River, known far and wide as a blue ribbon trout stream. Trophy- sized brown and rainbow trout reach record sizes here. ]oe Caton photo

The First Rendezvous Big Horn, is the island site where the Horn has become a blue-ribbon fish- In 1743, the Verendryes brothers, Far West sternwheeler packet ing stream that attracts the experi- French explorers, were the first white anchored on June 27, 1876, to evacu- enced angler looking for that extra men to visit the Big Horn River ate the wounded from the Reno and challenge, but is also a river for the country. They met a tribe of Indians Benteen battles. It was the Far West family fisherman. Water conditions they named the "Beaus Hommes" which brought the full story to the below the Afterbay Dam are ideal for (Handsome Men). These were the world of Custer's defeat. trout. Brown trout are the most Crow Indians. The place of this first abundant with rainbow trout also meeting (rendezvous) was on the Big Big Horn River present. Horn River, near what is now The Big Horn River, flowing for Information on limits, regulations, Hardin, Montana. nearly 50 miles between Fort Smith and fishing conditions are available Far West Was Here and Hardin, is the newest crown at the various guide services and Within a stone's throw of the jewel in the treasure of Montana boat rentals in Hardin, St. Xavier, as Rendezvous site, just east of Hardin, trout waters. Since the completion of well as at the Fort Smith Visitor where the Little Horn River joins the the Yellowtail Dam in 1965, the Big Center. BIG HORN RIVER food &

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Willow Creek Reservoir, just 21 miles (406)665-1397 N. southwest of Lodge Grass, is perfect 1424 Crawford for water-skiing, boating, and fish- Hardin, MT Member Fish Floating Outfitters Sinclair Assoc, of Mt. (RFO.A.M.) ing. There's plenty of room for pic- 1-90 Exit 495 I Licensed Outfitter. Fish, nics and sunbathing, too. jii/ Mt. Wildlife (406) 665-2227 Mark Chandler photo & Parks Custer Country Tour Guide—65 needed by visitors and fishermen. A with Crow culture and exists as a visitor center operated by the tribute to the Crow people as well as National Park Service is located at to honor their last chief. The area, Fort Smith, and provides informa- which is a state park, has a picnic tion on all recreational activities as and recreation space, in addition to well as films, books, and programs the museum building. on the history of the recreation area. Campfire Programs Evening campfire programs are offered at Afterbay Campground at Fort Smith every Friday and Saturday evening from Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend. Fishing and recreation, history and Century-old St. Francis Xavier Church wildlife of Big Horn Canyon are the St. Xavier topics at these gatherings. Just a stone's throw from the Big Meet at the Amphitheater at the Horn River and 20 miles from west end of the Afterbay Yellowtail Dam, is St. Xavier. Fr. Campground for a 45-minute slide Peter Paul Prondo, a Jesuit Priest, illustrated talk or demonstration established the first mission at St. about wildlife. Crow Indian culture, Xavier in 1887. The church is still in geology, recreation, boating safety, use and the school also continues to fishing, the National Park Service, operate. and other park related subjects. Fort Smith Pryor The Big Horn River trout await In the southwestern part of the Fishermen of any age are welcome to the angler reaching Fort Smith, county is Pryor, the site of Chief enjoy our hundreds of fishing sites. Montana, by way of Highway 313. Plenty Coups State Monument and June Rose photo Fort Smith provides most services Museum, which deals exclusively

/ Excellent Home Cooking / Affordable Motel YoWys ...all with a comfortable, Near 3 Mile Access friendly atmosphere on Big Horn River at FINE F€CD FORT SMITH Overnighters & LDDCINC Tenters Boat Rentals "Destination of the Serious Fisherman" Shuttle Service

Barbecues -^$: Ice ^^^' Laundromat Convenience George & Polly Haines Store Owners P.O. Box 575 %;^l/m^ Box 481 YRS Fort Smith, MT 59035 Fort Smith, MI 59035 406-666-2255 (406) 666-2391 66—Custer Country Tour Guide Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area straddles the Montana-Wyoming state line, and spectacular scenery, water sports, boating, and lake and stream fishing make it one of southcentral Montana's premier recreation spots. Bighorn Lake, 71 miles long, located within Bighorn Canyon's spectacular limestone walls, presents some of Montana's best walleye fishing spots. Lake trout, sauger, ling, and catfish also challenge the angler. The lake was created in the 1960's by the construction of the 525 foot high Yellowtail Dam, and along with recreational opportunities, provides irrigation water, flood control, and gen- erates enough electricity to power a city of 200,000 people. Bighorn Lake can be reached from Hardin, via Montana Highway 313, or on the south end from Lovell, Wyoming, by Wyoming State Highway 37. D. Delp Photo

The TRAVEL YELLOWTAIL and MARKET OUTDOOR -Steve and Terri Stoltz, Owners- SPECIALISTS Your General Store on of Custer , Sinclair I P.O. Box 597CC (406) 666-2253 the Big Horn River Country Fort Smith, MT. 59035 4* Groceries 4" Gas Located on the famous Write or Fishing and Hunting Licenses •^ Fistiing Supplies call us toll-free Big Horn River •^ from anywhere ice 4- Bait •^ Stiuttle Service Souvenirs • Motel Accommodations in the USA for: •^ Washer & Dryer Available • Boat Rentals •Full-service 4' U.S. Post Office • Tackle Shop travel • Guided Float Trips arrangements Open 7 Days A Week Write or call us for our • Custom Tours Fort Smith, MT 59035 free brochure. •Guided Bigtiorn (406) 666-2333 June & Gordon Rose - Proprietors River Fistiing

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Custer: Fish Many Varieties Where the Big Horn Flows into the Yellowstone

"The town was very prettily locat- Great Northern Depot is also located camp and fish all the way to the ed along the bank of the in the park. Though the depot is in North Dakota border. Yellowstone..." So wrote a steamboat the process of being restored, shiny This is also a prime agate hunting captain about Junction City in the new bathroom facilities are already area. Floating the river allows recre- 1880's. Not much remains of available for public use. ationists to search the many sand Junction today —some old bottles and gravel bars along the shore as and buttons and lots of tall Ling—"Poor Man's Lobster" well as those exposed in midstream. tales but the same quote can be Ling, the eel-like fish with the said of Custer, the offshoot of strange appearance and the delicious Don't miss the event-of-the-year! September 2 and 3 is the Labor Day Junction, born as the Yellowstone flavor of lobster, are caught in the Big Roping and dance. washed away at her. Horn and Yellowstone Rivers from Custer is a friendly town with lots the end of November to the end of of surprises for the traveler. Along February. Minnows and worms are the nearby Yellowstone River there is the bait to use. Custer, just minutes fishing, camping, boating and water- away from the confluence of these skiing. For the explorer, there is rus- two rivers, has many resident tic Boothill Cemetery, dedicated to experts who can provide the fisher- the driver of an ill-fated stage coach, man with directions and tips. and the site of old Junction—"She was a daisy while she lasted." Float for Fish and Agates Nearby, too, at the junction of the Big If you want some solitude and Horn and Yellowstone Rivers, is the variety in your fishing, head down- site of Fort Manuel Lisa, the first stream from Billings on the building in Montana erected by Yellowstone River. The lower white men. Yellowstone doesn't attract much Services available in Custer attention when compared to the include gasoline, groceries, eats, trout waters of western Montana, but

repairs, and the local pub. it has an amazing fishery all its own Relax in the City Park — channel catfish, sauger, ling, wall- Take a break and stretch your legs eye, shovelnose sturgeon and pad- in the city park, which boasts new dlefish. A nice string of catfish taken from tennis courts, a volleyball court and During the warm months of sum- the Big Horn River near Custer. plenty of room for picnics. The old mer, floaters in rafts and canoes can Milt Wester photo

Stop and Relax in Custer, Montana - 1-94 Picnic in the Park... Exit 47 Fish the Big Horn & Yellowstone Rivers

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Free Maps Custer, MT. 856-4888 Gary & Carol Custer, Montana Featuring Home Baked Goods! Barker 68—Custer Country Tour Guide Treasure a HYSHAM CHAMBER OF Hysham: of Town COMMERCE WELCOMES Hysham, the county scat of 94, Hysham has just about every- YOUii STOP AND GET Treasure County, is bounded just to thing a visitor could need. Dropping ACQUAINTED!! the north by the Yellowstone River down from the hills, newcomers will 1-94 and to the south by beautiful rolling see this agricultural community -Exit 67 hills. spread before them in a panorama of At the beginning of the twentieth green fields, pasture land and strips MANNING INTERNATIONAL century, soon after Montana territory of grain. The community has four CASE INTERNATIONAL earned its statehood in 1889, churches, a free swimming pool for Farm Equipment'lnternational Trucks Hysham was a part of the great youngsters and adults, a city park expanse of Custer County. It was on with covered picnic facilities and free SUNRISE CAFE what was then Crow Indian overnight camping, and tennis Beer & Wine Reservation. Cattle branded with the courts available at the school. For Frieda and Dick Woelich Flying E grazed near the Northern small airplanes, there is a lighted air- 6 AM-8 PM 6 Days a Week-7-5:30 Sundays Pacific tracks where trainmen threw port landing strip about two miles FRIENDLY CORNER off supplies "for Hysham." Charlie J. east of Hysham along a secondary Gasoline & Oil • Travel Shop Hysham was associated with the highway. A Country Museum will • Wrecker Service Hying E Ranch which ran thousands open in the summer of 1990 on 342-5888 of cattle in an area between the Big Hysham's main street. "Tales of Horn River on the west to Treasure County," a history of the HYSHAM HARDWARE Hunting & Fishing Supplies Reservation Creek on the east, and people and events of the area is for from the Yellowstone River to the sale there. AiCEHardware Wyoming line. Deer and antelope, pheasants, 342-5285 Treasure County has some out- geese, turkeys, grouse, sage hens, TILLET standing historical sites. Manuel Lisa and ducks make good hunting for INSURANCE AGENCY built the first building, a fur trading local and out-of-state hunters. Property Casualty • Life & Health post in the Montana near mouth of The Myers Arena, about six miles 342-5676 the Big Horn River in 1807. Fort Cass from Hysham, is operated by mem- was the first fort built by the bers of the Treasure Riders, who FJELSTAD'S SHOP American Fur Co. on the sponsor roping and riding events Wild Game Processing P.O. Box 109, Hysham, Mt. 59038 Yellowstone, just three miles below during summer months. the mouth of the Big Horn. Fort Along the Yellowstone, which (406) 342-5668 Pease was a stockade constructed in meanders through the area, there are FIRST NATIONAL BANK 1875, near the mouth of the Big numerous access sites for traveller Friendly Hometown Bank Horn, as a defense against a party of enjoyment. As shown on the map, Box 312, Hysham, MT Sioux Indians and also as a trading there is a boat dock at the state fish- (406)342-5214 post. Remnants of Fort Pease still ing access site at Myers Bridge. So stand on the original site. Other loca- take a break in Hysham and explore TOWN & COUNTRY tions of forts remain a mystery. the fossil dig, enjoy agate hunting or LOUNGE Located about half-way between fishing, camping or boating. You Mixed DrinkS'Beer*Wines Miles City and Billings on Interstate name it! Chicken'Pizza 10AM-2AM TREASURE ij Ingomar VETERINARY SERVICE Large & Small Animals • Boarding 342-5224 BRUNSWICK BAR

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TOWN MARKET TREASURE GENERAL STORE Open Monday- Saturday Custer Country Tour Guide—69 Watch for deer like these at dawn and dusk on roads throughout Golden Valley County. The three point buck is in "velvet." Helen Jones photo

Golden Valley County: The River is 'Gold' Lined

Golden Valley County was named flows across the width of the county, direct route to Canada from the one autumn day after frost had col- and for present day tourist travel. south, is Lavina, the center of a farm- ored the trees along the Musselshell Interstate Highway 12 follows the ing and ranching community where River a brilliant yellow. The river same scenic route. In contrast, the everyone is considered a friend and Big Snowy Mountains lie east and neighbor. west on the northern border. Long Lavina was an early trading post LANE'S ago, the last of the road signs which and stage stop, started in the late marked the famous Buffalo Trail 1800's by Walter Burke, who operat- SERVICE, INC. Highway were taken as souvenirs. ed the stage line. When the railroad Today, an historic monument com- came through in the early 1900's, Lavina, Mt. 59046 memorates the site where Chief many of the buildings in town were (406) 636-2722 Joseph and his band of Nez Perce built, the Adams Hotel being one of Indians crossed the Musselshell the first. (conoco) River in their flight north toward Lavina is situated on the Canada. Musselshell River, noted for its cat- Ryegate fish and trout. Hunting and fishing

Bulk & Retail Ryegate, the county seat, is on the licenses can be purchased at the Fuel Dist. western edge of the Custer Country Lavina Bar for anyone who would tourism region. Nestled under the like to and fish in some of the • Oil • Grease stop high rimrocks of the Musselshell lakes and streams or hunt the vari- • Anti Freeze River, the town is set in true central ous wildlife that is in the area. Montana cattle and sheep ranch Lavina has a country store, a cafe, Roy & Myrtle land. The State Recreation Area of city park, a service station, two bars, Dead Man's Basin, a few miles west, a beauty shop, gift shop, post office, is well known for camping, fishing, churches, a senior citizen center, and boating and swimming. a meat cutting business. A black- In Ryegate a visitor will find a smith and a potter make a variety of

Ryegate grocery store, restaurant, two bars, a items. post office, and gas station. Motorists are invited to stop, spend some time and get acquainted Lavina in Lavina, one of the most welcome About 45 miles northwest of stops on the north-south route Billings -^West Billings, on Highway 3, the most through central Montana. 70—Custer Country Tour Guide Roundup: Home of the Cattle Drive

Roundup—a town with a unique name—is nestled in the valley near the Musselshell River. It has long been renowned for its natural geographic design for rounding up livestock. It is still a place where old- fashioned values and ideals are present. Recently, the city has undergone a rejuvenation. As you drive through Roundup, you will notice fresh paint and recent facelifts on almost every property. The linden and flowering crab trees that you see flourishing along Main Street are a project of the Beauty Undertaken for Decades (BUD) organization. Planters full of flowers, and benches recently added to the business district are other inviting touches. Several new shops have joined the existing businesses during the past year, offering every- The spare mounts of the cattle wranglers on the Great Montana Centennial thing from clothing to antiques to Cattle Drive in '89 file through a pass in the Bull Mountains near Roundup as photo finishing. Wool weaving and they head for Billings. Ray Haugland photo spinning businesses are two "cottage industries" in Roundup. Musselshell River, it provides barbe- Russell National Wildlife Refuge and The city has a park, indoor and cue pits and good shade. the Lewis and Clark National Forest. outdoor swimming pools, golf The Bull Mountains, south of The Musselshell River, noted for course, hospital, municipal airport Roundup, offer beautiful roadside its fine trout and catfish, also offers and a museum. geology and pine trees. Companies plentiful spots for relaxing picnics The CowBelle Campground, locat- adhering to careful reclamation pro- along its lazy banks. The oblong ed at the fairgrounds on the south- cesses, mine coal in these mountains. mussels, for which the river is eastern edge of Roundup, offers free North of town are oil wells, evidence named, can be collected as "jewels of overnight camping and RV parking. of another rich mineral in the area. the Musselshell." Right on the banks of the Also near Roundup are the CM. Watch for deer, antelope, turkeys The VAULT Roundup, Mt. • Home Pizza 750,000 acres of private land Specializing in: • Unique Steak Archery - Elk Sandwich also • Hamburgers Rifle - deer, antelope, turkey and upland birds • Burritos & Tacos - -Lunch Hour Mike Murphy *Bull' -Pizza By The SHce- F.O Box28o @ilii^tiii Musselshell. MT5^>05-"' (406)947-3337 I (406)947-5451

201 Main (Behind Sears) 323-1229 Custer Country Tour Guide—71 —

and pheasants when you drive through the area. Deer are especially noticeable at dusk and dawn on the side roads. This hanging Activities tree scene on Summer months in the Roundup Roundup's area are full of activities such as Main Street is a rodeos (rodeo is the Spanish word reminder of for roundup), bazaars, demolition early-day justice derbies and fairs. One of the high- in Moiitana light activities this year will be the Territory. reunion of drovers, wranglers, and Donna Fanyak artwork wagon masters, who participated in the Great Centennial Cattle Drive in 1989. In addition, a 1990 cattle drive has to qualify for the National Finals plete with wooden car, carbide been organized by Montana Cattle held each fall. lamps, lunch pails, maps and photos. Drives. It will wind down from the Spring, summer and fall outdoor Other exhibits include fossils, local Snowy Mountain country cross and activities include fishing, hunting, Indian artifacts, paintings by local broad, grassy rangelands, heading to backpacking, camping, golf, tennis, artists, special rooms for such things the Musselshell River and Roundup. sightseeing and photography. Cross as the old Rothiemy Store and post The drive culminates in a parade and country skiing and snowmobiling office, a one room rural school, a rodeo. add to the wintertime fun. dressmaker shop, and original oper- The National Old Timers Rodeo Musselshell VaUey Historical Museum ating rooms of the old Vicars Association, organized 1979, is head- Roundup is also famous for its Hospital. The grounds have a black- quartered in Roundup, and Montana Museum, open May through smith shop, print shop and the old was one of the original seven states September. On entering, sign in on NF ranch home, built in 1884. in the organization. Fifty sanctioned the old registry of the early day Guided tours through the museum rodeos are held each year, with con- Adams Hotel of Lavina. The are actually living history lessons. testants participating in these events Museum houses a coal tunnel, com- No admission is charged.

Busy Bee Family Dining SYSUM REALTORS Open 24 Hours Daily SANDRA SYSUM Complete Menu, Including BROKER/OWNER • Homemade Soups • Bakery Goods [B p» • Beer & Wine REALTOR ^o«^^%,vi* FEATURING RESIDENTIAL -NEW/CONSTR-COMM. Evening and Sunday RECREATIONAL/RANCHETTE TIGER DISCOUNT PRICES Salad Bar FULL-SERVICE PHARMACY 315 Main, Roundup 323-3211 Residence 323-1020 COMPLETE IN-STORE DELI Hiway12&87 ^^^^ Roundup, MT

323-2204 "AN INDEPENDENT MEMBER-FLOBERG NETWORK" 323-241 Roundup, MT 59072 Big Sky Motel Van Dyke's "You are a stranger only once" Supermarket 1215 Main Roundup, Montana Photo & Video We'll Take Pictures or Videos 22 DELUXE UNITS Quality Your Wedding or Divorce, REASONABLE RATES Groceries and Meats of Your Christening or Hanging! « COLOR TV "The Place to Go for « AIR CONDITIONED the Brands You Know" PORTRAITS OR « QUEEN BEDS Plenty of FREE Parking MUG SHOTS We Accept « PHONES MasterCard FREE DELIVERY! "Senior Portraits" Visa —Store Hours Photography 8 a.m. -9 p.m. Monday-Saturday Old Time Hwy. 12 & 87 323-2303 Roundup, MT 10 a.m.-5 p.m.. Sunday 323-2533 Roundup 72—Custer Country Tour Guide Roundup 1990 Calendar of Events

April Musselshell Valley Historical Museum Opens 29

June "Bump & Run" Motorcross Rally. ...3 Horse Clinic 9 Concert and Fireworks 3 Parade and Rodeo 4 Tri-County Horse Show 14-15 Tri-County & 4-H Fair 19-21 Bull Mountain Roundup Cutting (Nat. Horse Cutting Assn.) 29-31

August Roundup Cattle Drive 25-Sept.l

September Wild turkeys can be seen in the Roundup area. A special turkey permit season "Harvest Roundup" featuring makes them a true pioneer Thanksgiving dinner for successful hunters. Melodramas and Main Street D. Delp photo Exhibits 1-3 Towns East of Roundup Jersey Lily Cafe and the best bean Musselshell Valley Historical While you are in the area, make a soup ever made. These three towns Museum closes 30 stop in Musselshell, a quiet little are along Highway 12, the gateway town with easy access to the to the Musselshell Valley between October Musselshell River. Nearby is Forsyth and Roundup. "Bump & Run" Motorcross Rally Melstone. Ingomar is noted for its

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Custer Country Tour Guide—73 It's Rodeo Time in Custer Country

Rodeo, a truly western sport, began as a result of activities per- formed by the working cowboy on his day-to-day job. It wasn't long before cowboys began gathering reg- ularly to test their skills and prove who was the toughest cowboy and best rider. Early contests usually took place after the annual roundup. Today, action-packed rodeos, with names such as the Miles City Bucking Horse Sale and Baker

Bronco Days, still put cowboy skills

to the test. There are ranch rodeos, old timer rodeos, team roping events and youth rodeos. There are rodeos at MetraPark in Billings, and rodeos following cattle drives throughout the region. Indian powwows often feature rodeos along with their colorful dancing and traditional games. Practically every weekend during the summer, a rodeo can be found somewhere in southeastern Montana. Check our calendar of events, pages 46-47 of this tour guide, as well as listings for each town. And ask locally as you travel. The skill and timing of the contestant, the training of the horse, and the team- Sometimes there is an unscheduled work of the two are all-important ingredients in breakaway roping, one of the ranch roping or rodeo that's as much most popular events at Custer Country rodeos. fun as the big circuit rodeo. D.Delp photo. You haven't seen Custer Country

if you haven't been to a rodeo! THE NATIONAL OLD TIMERS RODEO ASSOCIATION

For that special group of Cowboys and Cowgirls reaching 40 and beyond.

An association to be benevolent and charitable and to promote rodeos as an enjoyable

sport in another segment of the lives of those who participate. To promote the welfare

of its members and protect the older cowboys and cowgirls who no longer make rodeo

their livelihood, but yet like to rodeo for the pleasure of it.

Watch the action & enjoy the thrills at the Old Timers Old Timers Rodeos in Custer Country Rodeos in the states of: Call or write for further information Arizona Missouri North Dakota Washington Colorado Montana Oklahoma Wyoming N.O.T.R.A. Idaho Nebraska South Dakota P.O. Box 418 Phone: Iowa Nevada Texas Roundup, Mt. 59072 406-323-3380

74—Custer Country Tour Guide Billings: City Style with a Country Smile

Don't miss the brand new Visitor Center just off exit 450. In front is a beautiful heroic size (1-1/2 times life size) monument, by artist Lyle Johnson, commemorating the Great Montana Centennial Cattle Drive of 1989. The actual monument is 28 feet long by 12 feet high. This bronze consists of a cowboy on a horse, herding two longhont steers. Bring your camera for your photo beside the monument! Gloria Wester Photo

"Are you going to Yellowstone called, was immediate and rapid. National Park or Custer Battlefield?" That same magic continues today BILLINGS IS ON YOUR WAY. making Billings, Montana, one of the Billings has lots of events planned most active, cosmopolitan cities in for the entire year. Be sure to check the region. It is the largest city in the Calendar of Events in this book. Montana. As the hub of a five-state^ When you get to Billings, stop at the region, Billings offers ample rapid new Visitor Center just off 1-90 Exit transportation of all kinds. Logan 450. International Airport, atop the Rims The City of Billings sprang up like (the sandstone rock formation sur- magic just over 100 years ago. It rounding Billings) is the region's began in the spring of 1882 with a busiest airport. few buildings around a rail head for As in all large cities you can find the Northern Pacific Railroad. By accommodations from casual to ele- fall, a mere five months later, a large gant with almost 3,000 rooms avail- western city had appeared with hun- able. And, of course, you will find dreds of buildings and businesses our famous city style with a country and thousands of people. smile everywhere you go. PICK UP- a copy of the Billings is named after Frederick Whether your interests lead you Visitor's Guicde to Billings at Billings, entrepreneur and President to dining, spectator sports, music, the Chamber Visitors Center, of the Northern Pacific Railroad at the arts or live theater, there is some- the time the east-west transportation thing in Billings to catch your fancy. Airport, Hotels and Motels. link was built. A statue of this great For the connoisseur, choose from FIND OUT -what s going lawyer-railroad builder-philan- more than 150 restaurants featuring thropist stands on the corner of 1st Montana beef, fantastic fresh on, where to eat & what to Avenue North and North 27th Street seafood, and a blend of international see in the Billings area. downtown. The growth and vitality cuisine. You will also find award win- IT'S ! of the "Magic City," as the town was ning chefs and four-star restaurants. FREE Custer Country Tour Guide—75 find major concerts, horse racing and rodeo events here. Carriage Trolley Rides

This is the third year for Billings' authentic, traditional trolley ride. This trolley was hand-built nearby choosing some of the best features of all the old-time trolleys. The original seats from the Senate Theatre in Red Lodge are accessible from the tradi-

tional front entrance and back exit. It also features a coin counter. A special feature of the trolley is the guest speakers program that will

be available June 1 through Sept. 15, Wednesday through Saturday, from noon to 7:00 p.m., with tours on the hour. The trolley leaves from the Radisson Northern Hotel and fea- Pari-muluel horse racing begins at 6:30 p.m. Friday, August 10, 1990, and runs tures costumed storytellers who pre- daily 19. through August Racing continues Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays sent three different programs: Cattle through Oct. 7. Races are simulcast statewide through Oct. May Drive Tales, Custer and Calamity Montana Fair photo Jane folk tales, and Indian "Why" Stories. Trolley fare is $2 for adults, Live theater is available and sports. And then there is rodeo! .. . delights audiences with everything the most popular sport in this part of $1 for kids, and just 25

7839 Grand Avenue Billings, Montana 59106 DINNER THEATRE Box Office: 1537 Ave. D, Suite 101 • Banquet, Convention, Todd and Karen Yeager Party J.O. and Amy Jackson & Luncheon Reservations: Entertainment (406)259-7769 (406)652-5440 • Gift Certificates 76—Custer Country Tour Guide Billings was the destination of the Great Montana Centennial Cattle Drive, September 4-9, 1989. The Cattle Drive was one of Montana's biggest centennial events. It conclud- ed in Billings on September 9 with a parade, cattle auction and other festivities. The Drive began in Roundup, Montana, on Labor Day, "^"^ September 4, 1989, with a wagon ^^^^m ^^^^^5 train, a herd of about 3,000 longhom and range cattle and 3,500 riders from every comer of the United States. Folks enjoyed the big drive so much that they wanted to be able to do it again. As a result, Montana Cattle ^ .«H|^^^|i .4HH Drives has set up a regular operation for drives and has ten planned for 1 ^H S# 1990. Darlene Greenwood Photo Boxing, Cycling, Golf, Racquetball, love our city comforts and wealth of Special parties include pony rides, Road Race Series, Shooting (Rifle - western beauty and hospitality. feeding the farm animals and milk- Pistol, Trap Shooting and Skeet), You'll save with moderately-priced, ing the cow. The Family Farm, locat- Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Table first-rate hotel and convention facili- ed at Shiloh Overpass, west of Tennis, Tennis, Track and Field, ties. You'll enjoy a cosmopolitan city Billings, will make reservations for Volleyball and Wrestling. Spectators that's not too big and not too small. your party. Write The Family Farm, are welcome. You'll feast with restaurants, shop- 2343 Shiloh Road, Billings, Montana Patterned after the Olympics, the ping, entertainment and attractions 59106, or call (406) 656-3971. Big Sky Games provide an opportu- from every taste and style. Billings... Big Sky State Games nity for athletes of all ages and skill a designated Superhost city. Just Amateur athletes from 155 levels to enjoy the challenge of come, and see for yourself. Montana cities and towns participate advanced competition, camaraderie in the Big Sky State Games, the and sportsmanship. largest multi-sport event in the histo- City Style/Country Smile ry of Montana. This year 8,500 are So, if "flexibility," "diversity," expected to enter the Games, sched- "accessibility" and "affordability" uled for July 20, 21, and 22. The list are key words to you as a visitor or yuperhost/ of events includes: Archery, convention planner, Billings,

Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Montana, is the perfect choice. You'll

24 HOURS A DAY Choose From Over «?^ ^ihii 100 Menu Selections Family Restaurant Kids' Menu from $1.49 St. Citizens' Meals from $2.99 Choose from Breakfast or Suppers Available ANYTIME 9 Unbelievable Salads •"Made From Scratch" Pies, Brownies, Pastries

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Billings Phone 656-6640 Billings Phone 248-8320

Custer Country Tour Guide—77 NILE The Northern International Livestock Show and Rodeo will be October 15-20, 1990, in Billings. Horse shows, livestock shows, trade

shows and sales make it the largest stock show in the Northwest. Exhibitors from 38 states and four Canadian provinces take part each fall. Six great days and nights of excitement, entertainment and enlightenment for exhibitors, spectators and buyers! (406)259-5595. Western Heritage Center The Western Heritage Center is a regional museum of history and culture located in downtown Billings,

2822 Montana Avenue. It opened in 1971 in the building which originally housed the Parmly Billings Library;

in 1972, it was entered on the National Register of Historic Places. The collections of the Western Heritage Center consist of everyday objects—the tools we use, the letters Located downtown at 2nd Ave. N. and N. 29th St., this wall was erected to we write, the photographs of our- record the many brands of the cattlemen and celebrities who came to Billings selves. The center collects artifacts to take part in the Great Montana Centennial Cattle Drive. Framed in glass is a which tell the story of human occu- plaque dedicated to Peter Yegen, Jr., a longtime Billings servant. Darlene Greenwood photo pation in the Yellowstone Valley.

merican Bazaar >i^ Montana s W^ LargestBAZAARIndoor QUALITY PRODUCTS FROM THE BIG SKY COUNTRY OVER 110 UNIQUE DEALERS • Antiques • Collectibles • New & Used Items • Furniture • Glass • China • Dolls • Jewelry • Coins • Stamps • Art Deco • Tools • Toys • Hats • Vintage Clothing • Unusual Country Items • Clocks • Relics • Handicraft Items cMontanas LARGEST FURNITURE STORE 1600 MAIN ST. > BILLINGS, MONTANA 59105 > (406) 259-6490 HI WAY 191 BOZEMAN, MONTANA 59715 (406) 586-4606 78—Custer Country Tour Guide Tour groups are welcomed and ski areas within a day's drive, and encouraged. lots of opportunities for cross country skiing. Huntley Homesteader Days Homesteader Days, July 21-22, Nearby! 1990, at Osborne Park at the Huntley There's also a variety of attrac- Project Experiment Station, offers tions, all within a few hours of good old-fashioned fun. There are Billings. You can visit Custer special kiddy rides, a beer garden, Battlefield, see Pompey's Pillar of the "homesteader dinners," a night famed Lewis and Clark expedition, show in the outdoor stage, fireworks, the Pictograph Indian Caves, famous and the Sodbuster Dance. Church for the fascinating display of Indian services will be held at the outdoor drawings. The Museum of the stage mid-morning Sunday. Rockies in Bozeman (featuring dinosaurs), or the Buffalo Bill The Outdoors Historical Center in Cody, Wyoming. The Billings area features many And you can drive the scenic well-groomed city parks and swim- Beartooth Highway which CBS ming pools. Lake Elmo offers great newsman Charles Kuralt calls "the water skiing and wind surfing, as most beautiful roadway in America." well as swimming and picnicking. Best of all, there's the spectacular Nearby you'll find fishing access beauty of Yellowstone National Park, sites and camping available along with three entrances in Montana. blue ribbon trout streams. There's Over sixty dude ranches are locat- plenty of country for backpacking ed within a 200 mile radius, and and a variety of subjects for photog- within easy driving distance ghost Franz Seibert demonstrates basket raphers. towns, deserted mining camps and making at the Western Heritage In the winter time you will find buffalo jumps can be found. Center's "Heritage of the Yellowstone Folklife Festival."

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Billings NILE NORTHERN K-Mart Center 24th St. West Box 1981 INTERNATIONAL in Billings Heights Across from Dos Machos LIVESTOCK Billings, Ml 591 03 248-4266 652-4905 EXPOSmON (406) 256-2495 Custer Country Tour Guide—79 Pompey's Pillar viduals is the formula to save the pil- system severV Pompeys Pillar is one of the most lar. The Committee for the famous sandstone buttes in the Preservation of Pompey's Pillar is

United States. It bears the only accepting donations to match with remaining physical evidence of the the government funding. If you FULL Lewis and Clark Expedition. On the would like to contribute, please send SERVICE A^ SALON face of the 150 foot butte. Captain your donation to Pompey's Pillar FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY William Clark carved his name in Fund, Box 31177CC, Billings, * Walk-ins Welcome 1806 on the return route of the expe- Montana 59107. * Precision Haircutting dition. He named the pillar in honor The pillar is closed to public * Fashion Perms & Colors of Baptiste, the small son of access this year. The committee is * 24 Professionals to Serve You Sacajawea, the famous Indian dedicated to getting it open again ^ Appointments Not Necessary woman who served as guide on the and securing it for all people to enjoy historic journey. The boy had been forever. UVA SUN TAN BEDS BY SONTEGRA nicknamed "Pomp," a Shoshone ONE OF THE LARGEST TANNING SALONS IN THE WEST Indian name for "chief," thus, Pompey's Pillar. Mon.-Fri 8:30-9:00 Hours: Sat 8:30-6:00 The pillar also has had the distinc- Sun Noon-5:00 tion of being the only privately 0© owned national monument in the United States. It is now for sale and 2 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU the public sector has an exclusive IN BILLINGS opportunity to buy it until 1991.

^ 2338 Grand Ave. ., ^ West Park Plaza _ At the rime of this writing, meth- 656-8931 248-2700 ods of funding are surfacing. It is apparent that a partnership of gov- Pompey's Pillar Landmark ernment agencies and private indi- PC8VDEROSA INN 2511 First Ave. No. 406-259-5511 Billings. MT 59101 ' Interstate Conoco INDEPENDENT Direct Res. ...1-800-628-9081 Lockwood - Billings Heights WORLDWIDE LODGING FAX 406-245-8004 Exit Located at 452 Each Best Western Toll Free 1-800-528-1234 >& independently swned and operated " •Batteries •Hot Sandwiches •Propane Fuel •Beer DOWNTOWN BILLINGS •Motor Tune-Ups •Soft Drinks

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Billings^ (conoco)/u^^^^^n BONANZA COCKTAIL LOUNGE ^' 252-9089 ^^ NIGHTLY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND DANCING HWY 87 E - EXIT 452 80—Custer Country Tour Guide Entertainment Grounds closed; drive-by. 28 miles ry; Tues.-Sat. 10-5; Sun. 1-5—2822 Alberta Bair Theater: Recently reno- east of Billings off 1-94. Montana Ave., Billings. Free. vated, the largest performing arts Pictograph Caves: Prehistoric Foucault Pendulum: Two-story time- theater between Minneapolis and dwelling site and rock art—off 1-90, 7 keeping pendulum, based on princi- Spokane— 103 N. Broadway. 256- miles southeast of Billings. ples of earth's rotation — in First 6052 for schedule and tickets. Billings Historic District: Preserved Citizen's Bank Building, 1st Ave. N. Calamity Jane's Dinner Theatre: business district of early-day and Broadway, Billings. Free. Banquets, conventions, parties, and Montana Ave., N. 22nd to N. 26th. Moss Mansion: Turn-of-thc-century luncheon entertainment. 7839 Grand Sturgis Battlefield: Nez Perce War home. Call 256-5100 for tour infor- Ave. (406)259-7769. 1877; historic marker—15 miles west mation. The Castle Corner: Built in 1902, the of Billings, then 7 mi., north of MontanaFair - at MetraPark: Castle is a medieval looking histori- Laurel. Free. Montana's largest event, Aug. 11-18, cal home, now home to a business. Huntley Project Museum: History of 1990. Carnival, draft horse show, 622 N. 29th St. Free. Huntley Project agricultural experi- thoroughbred horse racing, three Billings Studio Theatre: Presents a ment station's irrigation — near rodeo performances, concerts, variety of local talent productions Huntley. Free. exhibits. Admission $4, kids $2.50. and summer repertory theatre. 1500 Peter Yegen, Jr. Yellowstone County Calendar Rimrock Road, (406)248-1141. Museum: Relics of pioneer and For a complete Billings calendar of Fox Committee for the Performing Indian life, animal and rock speci- events, write or call the Chamber of Arts: Diversified, high-calibre per- mens native to the region; 10:30-5:00 Commerce, P.O. Box 31177, Billings, forming arts entertainment. For Mon.-Fri., 2-5 Sun., closed Sat. —atop MT 59107. (406)245-4111. Many 1990-91 season information, 104 N. the rims near Logan International Billings calendar listings are in the Broadway, Billings, Mt. 59101. Airport, Billings. Free. full calendar on pages 48-49. (406)259-2060. Oscar's Dreamland: Yesteryear For a host of ideas of what to see museum. See the world's largest pri- and do in Billings, see the Billings Sites and Attractions vate collection of self-propelled farm Chamber of Commerce ad on page 7. Range Rider of the Yellowstone: machinery, plus a restored western Other Billings accommodations and Bronze equestrian statue—near air- town. May-Oct., open 9-6. West on attractions are also featured on pages port, Billings. Free. Frontage Rd., then 1 mile south of 5, 6, and 91 of this Tour Guide. Boothill Cemetery: 1870's graveyard Market Basket store, or call 656-0966. from town of Coulson—near U.S. 10, Ice Caves: A limestone cavern on Billings. Free. Cave Canyon in the Pryor Mountains Kelly Mountain and Yellowstone that remains filled with ice in the Kelly Gravesite: Grave of famous hottest summer will be open to the frontier scout—on Black Otter Trail, public in 1990. Inquire at the Billings Billings. Free. Visitor Center for directions. Free. Black Otter Trail: Scenic drive along Yellowstone Art Center: Changing rimrocks—begins at U.S. 10, east of exhibits of regional, national and Billings. Free. international art, both contemporary Rimrocks: Sandstone rock formation and historical; Tues.-Sat. 11-5; Thurs. surrounding Billings valley on north eve. 7-9; Sun. 12-5—401 N. 27th, Budget Host Award and east—Billings. Free. Billings. Free. '1989 Inn of The Year' Pompey's Pillar: Only evidence of Western Heritage Center: Changing

Lewis and Clark Expedition. exhibits on Yellowstone Valley histo- Free Breakfast Town Shuttle J^y*il1»l4.Gi*W|enS Japanese K^Uufant Cable/H BO/FAX Non-Smoking Rooms THY'mH y FEATURING'.*"^ r^^ff Coin Laundry Caring Staff "IK BiiUm^" • Teppan Yaki (Japanese Steak House) } Owner-operated, AAA Private Tatami Rooms (406) 252-2584 MON thru THUR 5 to 10 PM PM Garden Room FRI & SAT 5 PM to 11 PM Fine Wines and SUN 5 PM to 9 PM Exit 446, 1-90 I- Japanese Beers Billings, Montana Off 1-90 Exit 446 (Steaks, Seafood, Chicken, 100 Yards Past Holiday Inn & Pork) at 5364 Midland Road 245-8240 1^800^333-6311 Custer Country Tour Guide—81 There's Culture in the West!

The Crow Burial Scaffold, 1898-1920, pictured here, is from the Fred E. Miller collection. Historic photography exhibitions, Western and contemporary, are displayed at Yellowstone Art Center, 401 N. 27th Street, in downtown Billings.

CRAFTS'

Michael Witt is a custom saddlemaker from Billings. Fifty demonstrators present crafts, skills, music and food as part of the seventh annual Heritage of the Yellowstone Folklife Festival, sponsored by the Western Heritage Center on the Rocky Montana College lawn. For dates and times, call 256-6809.

HISTORIC HOMES'

The Moss Mansion, 914 Division Street, is a beautiful historic home. As you enter the elegant mahogany entrance, you are transported to turn-of-the-century Billings as the wealthy Preston B. Moss family lived

in it. The Moss Mansion is open to the public. Days the Mansion is open and hours for tours change sea- sonally. Call (406) 256-5100 for arrangements and rates. Special group scheduling and rates available.

PERFORMING ARTS'

Fine performances of all forms of dance, music and theater are a familiar part of the Billings entertainment scene. The Alberta Bair Theater, Billings Studio Theatre, Actors Theater Montana, the colleges and dinner theaters, and MetraPark combine to provide a continuous calendar of performing arts for Billings natives and visitors.

82—Custer Country Tour Guide The Billings Trolley. Catch it! See Page 76 for details.

Kelly Leave the REST OINN 8! BiUings, MT up to us at Super v^ 88 Guest Rooms Complimentary '' Saiuia and Whirlp <30l Continental Breakfast Daily Ouitdoor Pool Fre e Continental Breakfast Adj acent Restaursints a]nd Lounges Cal3le TV with HB(3 Seilior Citizen Super 8 Lodge Super 8 Lodge D iscount of Billings of Great Falls 5400 Southgate Drive 1214 13th St. So. 5425 Midland Road | 1-90 Exit 446 NON-SMOKING ROOMS HANDICAP ROOMS WATERBEDS AVAILABLE Billings, MT 59101 QUEEN BEDS SATELLITE MOVIES WAKE-UP CALLS SHOP NEARBY (406) 252-2700 Toil-Free Reservations 1 -800-848-8888 Custer Country Tour Guide—83 Laurel: Crossroads to Yellowstone Park And Custer Country Tourism Region

Laurel is the crossroads to pheasants, ducks, mallards, geese, ski — Red Lodge. Cooney Dam, 35 Yellowstone Park and Custer whitetail and mule deer. miles southwest, provides recreation Country. Highway 212 leads to the Forty-five minutes to the south is opportunities such as boating, fish- east and northeast entrances of the one of the best spots in the west to ing and water skiing. park. 1-90 is the route to the north and west entrances. Stop at the Chamber of Commerce office just beyond the underpass for directions and information. Excellent motel and hotel accommodations are available in Laurel as well as a variety of restaurants and drive-ins. If you like to camp or have an RV, Riverside Park has facilities

for 100 campers, and because it is situated on the bank of the famous Yellowstone River, offers a challenge for fishing and floating enthusiasts. Within minutes of Laurel are some of Montana's best trout streams and lakes. Hunting near Laurel is also excellent. Waterfowl, upland game and big game are plentiful, including

Laurel Federal

ft Credit Union The Chief Joseph Sturgis Battlefield Monument on the outskirts of Laurel rests where the famous Indian chief passed, leading the Nez Perce We are proud tribe toward Canada. On July 4, 1989, a life-size metal statue of Chief Joseph was unveiled in Laurel's Firemen's Park. The statue was a to he a part of Centennial project of the Laurel Women in Business and sculpted by local this community artist Gary Temple. The dedication of the statue was held on August 5, and extend a 1989 to coincide with the annual Appaloosa Horse Club's Chief Joseph Trail Ride. A limited edition of thirty 11" bronze replicas of the statue have warm welcome to been cast and are for sale by the LWIB. (See related ad.) our visitors! Chief Joseph Bronze Not for profit, A civic project of the Laurel Women in Business com- not for charity memorating the Nez Perce "Trail of Tears" Canyon but for service. Creek Battle, fought north of Laurel, MT. 1877.

Limited Edition of 30, $475. The bronze is a replica of the Your Credit Union Chief Joseph Statue in the park, both by artist Gary Temple.

To order: Laurel Women in Business P.O. Box 278 Laurel, MT 59044 BOX 310 • 220 FIRST AVENUE • LAUREL, MT 59044 Or 628-671 1,628-7857.

84—Custer Country Tour Guide LITTLE BIG MEN

Award-WTnrung LAUREL PIZZA Family Dining CHAMBER OF Pizza • Chicken • Steaks Champions in the Industry! Call for your Fine Sandwiches • Salad Bar Pride of the Valley COMMERCE Banquet Room smoked products GROUPS WELCOME (or shipped to you) BUSES WELCOME

To have your order ready when you arrive in CURT'S SALOON Montana, call (406) 628-4356. In Montana 1 •600-624-31 58 Poker/Keno Machines Ben Franklin Beer • Wine • Spirits HOME OF THE Crafts • Fabrics WORLD'S LARGEST Frame Shop*Apparel "BEAVER FEED" Stationery • Toys Featuring Live Music, Dancing and 66 ,o\^ Many Varieties of Wild Game 1 3Ave. ^fV^'^\ 3 Colorado ^'

Laurel •b-' 24 hours OWL DINER Tues.-Sun. 203 East Main 5 am-lOpm Biggest firev/orks display in the state Sunday & Laurel, MT. Photo by Larry Mayer Monday Laurel's Finest Stop at the Laurel Family Dining ^«.*' i0^ Chamber of Commerce FAMILY RESTAURAITT Homemade cV^* Soups Pies Just beyond the underpass j«^ Rolls French Fries VO 101 East Main DISCOVER THE TASTE Chill Gravies upstairs in the Mountain Meadowlark ''Go€>d Home Cooking" Gallery & Frame Shop 1-90 Exit #434 at for information Laurel, Mt. 628-4550 Reasonable Prices about / Museum TM / 4th of July Pizza Hut® Makin' it Great! / Herbstfest m^:^ L,arge inventory of Etchings by / Christmas Lighting V^ GALLERY Richard A. Bishop. / Chief Joseph/ .&FRAME SHOPj Other works by F.W. Benson, Nez Perce Trail Maiylee Moreland, Or clip this coupon and mail to the Harley Brown, Sheryl Bodily, Laurel Chamber of Commerce, For Laurel Delivery, 101 East Main Gary Temple, P.O. Box 395, Laurel, MT 59044. P.O. Box 475 Walt Marten, Call 628-6382 Phone (406) 628-8105 Laurel. Mt. 59044 Gretchen FellerHoff-White. (406) 628-8575 Noel Dunn, Hours: Jeanne Anderssen, ^/te Laurd OutCool

Custer Country Tour Guide—85 Fourth of July Events 1810 and is celebrated yearly in BEST WESTERN The 4th of July is a fun-filled cele- Munich. Many Laurel citizens are of LOCOMOTIVE bration in Laurel. Activities begin the German descent, making the Laurel night before on July 3 with the Herbstfest the most authentic Jaycees Street Dance. The morning of German festival in Custer Country. the 4th finds the Jaycees still going This community event offers a strong—cooking pancakes and unique type of entertainment which sausage for breakfast. has pleased thousands of people Motel, A Kiddie Parade is next on the list each year. Restaurant, of activities, and the Laurel 4th of Make plans to attend this festival Lounge and July Parade follows shortly after. the fourth weekend in September. Casino Bands, Shrine units, floats, lots of It's family entertainment at its best. South First Avenue horses and antique cars combine for Enjoy festive music and dancing. Laurel, MT 59044 the annual event. Sample German, American, and After the parade, Thomson Park, other specialty foods. mile north of is Christmas Lighting • Indoor Pool & Jacuzzi 1/2 downtown, the Ceremony place for lots of food and fun. Picnics Laurel has an outstanding winter • Air Conditioned and an American Legion Inter- event, "A Christmas to Remember." • Non-Smoking national Baseball Tournament make The entire business community Rooms Available the 4 th a real family fun time. places lights on their store fronts and • Casual Family Dining To top off the celebration, the on the trees lining Main Street. at its Best Laurel Volunteer Fire Department Firemen's Park in downtown Laurel presents a dazzling fireworks display is the scene of "Santa's Workshop," • Guest Laundry on the ground and in the air. Some where several motorized elves work folks will tell you that this display is busily on the toys that Santa will dis- Motel Restaurant the best in the state of Montana. And tribute Christmas Eve. The Laurel 628-8281 628-7969 it's free! Volunteer Fire Department erects the Reservations 1-800-528-1234 Swimming, Sports, Services display annually. Arcing above the If a cool dip in the pool is what street, next to Santa's workshop is you need, the municipal swimming Santa himself, led by his eight rein- PELICHn pool is located right in the center of deer. Brilliantly lighted, the display TRUCK the action at Thomson Park, along is the largest Santa ornament in the with tennis courts, playground state. Atop the hill to the north is PLflZH equipment and Softball and volley- Montana's Centennial-sanctioned OPEN 24 HOURS ball fields. Riverside Park and Christmas house. Drive through Kiwanis Park also have several Laurel in December. You'll find that

horseshoe pits. residents have m.ade it one of the Terry's Quik Stop has a free RV best decorated towns in Montana. dump station. On the first weekend in December, Gasoline & Diesel Fuel A Parade of Lights down First Avenue features carolers carrying Propane • Tire Repair lights and singing. A horse-drawn Restaurant • Game Room trolley ride, free treats and drink, Convenience Store and a special invitation to all visitors add to the fun on Dec. 2, 1990, in Beer • Pop • Ice Laurel. Western Entertainment Evening entertainment on a work- CAMPGRQUNP ing Montana horse ranch is western fun in Laurel. Weaver World of All Hook-ups Horses offers tours, demonstrations, Showers hayrides, barbecues, chuckwagon Laundry "Home of the Herbstfest" dinners, campfires and cowboy Laurel is well known throughout poets. These activities are for groups 1-90 Exit 437 (East Laurel) Montana and surrounding states as of twenty or more with a week's the "Home of the Herbstfest." The advance reservation required. (406) 628-4324 lively German Oktoberfest began in In addition a tour of the ranch and 86—Custer Country Tour Guide 4

a show and history of twenty breeds July 3 22nd, 23rd—Fcsthalle Activities of horses is offered on the hour from Street Dance 22nd 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. June through September. You'll see July 4 23rd 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. demonstrations and see breeds from Largest Free Fireworks Display in December 2 miniature to huge, from race horse to Montana, Jaycces Pancake Breakfast, Laurel's Famous Christmas Open work horse. Cost is $3 for kids and Kids' Parade, Grand Parade House and Lighting Ceremony, $5 for adults. Call Weaver World of July 13, 14, 15 Activities begin at noon. Parade of Horses, 628-8827 for schedule Yellowstone River Boat Float Lights 5:00 p.m. details. September 20-23 Herbstfest Celebration: Look for these businesses in Laurel, Laurel's Calendar of Events 20th, 8 p.m.—Free Pageant, Laurel too: High School Weaver World of Horsf July 2, 3, 21st — Music, Arts, and Crafts in Yellowstone Bank American Legion International Fireman's Park Downtown Laurel Herbstfest Baseball Tournament 22nd, 10:30 a.m.—Parade Carol "K" Realtor

Travel Montana Photo A Custer Battlefield^ Yellowstone Park Vacation

A great combination vacation to region. Call Holiday Inn for informa- Custer's Last Stand took place in Montana includes the fun, history, tion (406) 248-7701, 5500 Midland June of 1876. and attractions of Custer Country, Rd., 59101. Custer Country and Yellowstone and the recreation and wonders of There is a natural link between Country combine to offer year-round Yellowstone Country, the south cen- Custer Country and Yellowstone recreation vacations. Tour historic tral part of Montana, surrounding Country. High in the mountains of Custer Battlefield, and then enjoy Yellowstone Park. Yellowstone Park, the Yellowstone the wildlife, geysers, and scenery of A Custer Country business has River is born, the river that nurtures Yellowstone Park in the summer. been designated to help with reser- the land and provides hundreds of Fish the historic Bighorn River any vations and information about miles of recreation all through time of year, including winter, take Yellowstone Park. The Holiday Inn Custer Country. in a ballet, concert or hoedown in Billings Plaza has been named to John Colter, who had been a Custer Country, then try snowmobil- provide these services by TW member of the Lewis and Clark ing or cross country skiing in the Recreation Services, the primary vis- Expedition 1804-06, told of the park for a wonderful winter vaca- itor concessionaire for lodging, din- strange steaming lands he had found tion. ing and recreation in the park. in the Yellowstone country as he Besides Yellowstone National Located at Exit 446 off 1-90 at traveled in search of furs in 1807. Park itself, there are many other Billings, the Holiday Inn staffs a Following the Hayden Survey of "must see" attractions in Customer Service Desk for travelers Yellowstone in 1871, President Grant Yellowstone Country. For a complete inquiring about the park and other signed into law in March, 1872 an act guide to the Yellowstone region, dial visitor attractions in the surrounding creating Yellowstone National Park. toll free 1-800-342-2345, ext. 399.

Custer Country Tour Guide—87 .

Montana's Tourism Regions

Custer Country is one of Montana's six tourism regions. Montana is a big

state—^fourth largest of the fifty. Consequently, the State Travel Promotion Division has divided the state into regions that surround major attractions. We hope you

have enjoyed and found useful the information in the Custer Country Tour Guide. The other five regions have similar publications that spotlight their sights and attractions. They carry maps, calendars and other details of interest to help guide travelers on a fantastic vacation through Montana. Below are the addresses to contact to receive the other tour guides. We encourage you to write for the guides today. THERE S EVEN MORE IN E^ THE LAND NEXT DOOR RUSSELL COUNTRY. ..The land where famous western artist Charlie Russell lived f^m. and painted, joins Custer Country on its northwest border. Russell Country features

rugged western scenery, rodeo excitement, galleries. Indian pow-wows , trout fishing, city nightlife, sophisticated shops, casinos, and a whole lot more.

CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-527-5348 or 1-406-761-5036 M-ONT-AN-A P.O. Box 3166 CC, Great Falls, MT 59403-3166 Where the WEST Begins

Discover .. . • 5 Canadian Ports of Entry • Fort Peck Lake — 4 season recreation • Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge • Trading Post, fossil beds, Indian Pow Wows, gold mining camps, wild horse stampedes, museums and old pioneer towns

for more information, write or call: Missouri River Country, P.O. Box 874C N TA NA Wolf Point, MT 59201 — Phone (406) 525-3410 Ext. 125

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88—Custer Country Tour Guide The Great Montana Cattle Drive

James Woodcock Photo, Courtesy Billings Gazette

"Move 'em out!" The Great Montana Centennial Cattle Drive of 1989 moved thousands of cattle from Roundup to Billings. Hundreds of people Experience The on the accompanying wagon train shared in the fun of the trails and the West! campfires. "Move 'em on!" The kind of fun to be had on a cattle drive should not happen only once in a hundred years. Broadus, Ekalaka, Baker, Authentic 1880*s Cattle Drives Glendive and Roundup are Custer Country towns that will have cattle Cowboys drives in 1990. The drives are organized by Montana Cattle Drives. (See ad Cowgirls this page.) Horses Cattle Wagons Ride • Rope • Camp Parade and Rodeo

You can do it all, we'll show you how. For Information Contact:

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Bob Zeller Photo, Courtesy of the Billings Gazette 1-800-535-3802 Custer Country Tour Guide—89 Montana Travel Promotion photo by H. Hettick

3. Forsyth. Forsyth Golf and Country Tee-Up for Great Golf! Club, 3 miles west of Forsyth on Frontage Road off 1-94 Exit 93; 9 holes; club and cart rentals; driving range; pro shop; dining and cocktails. Visitors are always welcome on these golf courses in Custer (406) 356-7710. Country, You're invited to stop and test your skills as well as enjoy 4. Pryor Creek. Pryor Creek Golf Club the 19th hole. Well-groomed fairways and friendly people await and Estates, 15 miles east of Billings, I- you. Though our courses are rarely crowded, you'll still want to call 94 Exit 6 (Huntley exit); 18 holes; cart for a T-time. and club rental; pro shop; full driving range; food and beverage services. (406) 348-3900. 1. Glendive. Cottonwood Country 2. Miles City. Town and Country Club, Club, 3 miles northwest of Glendive; 9 southwest edge of Miles City; 9 holes; 5. Billings. Lake Hills, 1930 Club holes; pro shop; cart rental; driving cart and club rental; pro shop; driving House Way; 18 holes; cart rental; pro range; putting green; food and beverage range; practice putting greens; food and shop; driving range; dining and cock- service. (406) 365-8797. beverage services. (406) 232-1600. tails. (406) 252-9244.

6. Hardin. Fort Custer Golf Course, 3.5 miles north of Hardin; 9 holes; pro shop; cart rental; dining and cocktails. (406) 665-2597.

7. Broadus. Rolling Hills Golf Course, 3 miles west of Broadus at the Y. 9 holes; pro shop; driving range; putting green; food and beverage service; cart and club rental; no T-time needed during the week. (406) 436-9984.

8. Roundup. Pine Ridge Golf Course, 9 holes; club and cart rental; driving range; pro shop; food and beverage service. 10% off green fees with this ad. North of Roundup. (406) 323-2880.G21 90—Custer Country Tour Guide ^s^ssss^^^ssM« ms^mmm W^ Wm^

r%S^^< ^^^^^^^^ ^'s ^ -^^C> acne site SS^SSSW housing a 12,000 seat arena, ^^^^1^^^^ fairgrounds and horse racing. hosts concerts, trade shows, and mm rodeos among a large variety of events. PJ^SSs^jm^ .t^ariniutuel thoroughbred racing jnURmdneMaf draws thousands to the track at MetraPaj-k where over $200,000 is bet RRbHSbUSR daily. /August 10 through 19. then every Friday. Saturday and Sunday ffffmrnKSS through October 7. 1990^ 71/r nanraraR'SmW JLVlontana's largest event. wAfAKgka^ MontanaFiur features exhibits, livestock events, carnival, mMMMMr big name entertainment, rodeo, indoor motocross. free S^ffSSSSSm entertainment aiid parimutuel horse racing mmM w mMmW msmmm

3 SHOWS mm Huff's Antique Show and Sale: 60 dealers. June 8-10. August 24-26, 5-7 November 9-11. Billings mmm Home and Garden Show: mmm The oldest and

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CowBelles of Custer Country Welcome You ^ Baker CowBelles •d Musselshell County CowBelles i^ Golden Valley Cattle Women i^ Treasure Belles in Big Horn County Stockgrowers •d Big Horn County CowBelles d Powder River CowBelles i> Southeastern Montana CowBelles 1^ Yellowstone Cattle Women