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FRONTLINE 2019 GARDINER Employee Resource & Handbook

Sponsored by the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center 2 FRONTLINE GARDINER

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Gardiner! 4

OVERVIEW

Gardiner History 5

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Join in on Community Events! 6

LOCAL SERVICES

Where to Bank, Shop, Mail Letters, & More 7

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 8

YELLOWSTONE PARK INFORMATION

Camping, Fees, Roads, & More 10

THINGS TO DO

Have Your Best Summer Yet in Gardiner! 12

SUMMER SAFETY TIPS

Think Safety, Act Safely 17

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Contact Info for Local Businesses 18

OTHER RESOURCES

In Case We Missed Anything! 26

3 WELCOME

WELCOME TO GARDINER!

WELCOME TO YOUR BEST SUMMER YET! Here in Gardiner, , we work hard and play hard! And really, the opportunities to do both are endless! Our wonderful little town is known for its small-town charm, natural beauty, abundant wildlife, and historic ties to Yellowstone National Park. We hope you'll make the most of your summer by taking advantage of everything Gardiner and Yellowstone National Park has to offer. When you're not busy working, we encourage you to take a hike, float the river, try horseback riding, go out to eat, or do some shopping at one of our local shops. Not only will you enjoy yourself, you'll be able to make even better recommendations to our summer guests. As a busy tourism community, Gardiner simply could not function without the help of our seasonal employees. We appreciate everything you do to ensure our guests have the best possible experience while visiting our home on the range. Thank you for all you do!

4 A BRIEF HISTORY OF GARDINER, MONTANA

As the original entrance to the world’s first national park, the history of Gardiner, Montana is closely tied to the history of Yellowstone. Since the park was established in 1872, the “rough and tumble” community of Gardiner was created to serve the needs of park visitors from around the world.

Though Gardiner was not officially founded until 1880, references to an area known as “Gardner’s Hole” date back to the mid-1830s, and likely came from the fur trapper Johnson Gardner. Not much is known about Gardner, though an article in the 1903 issue of the local newspaper referred to him as “an outlaw and in general a worthless, dissolute character.” The community received its name from the Washburn-Langford-Doan party in 1870. The extra “I” was likely a phonetic misspelling of “Gardner” when pronounced by the infamous West Virginia Jim Bridger. In 1883, the Northern Pacific Railway extended its Park Branch Line south from Livingston as far as Cinnabar, a railroad stop just north of Gardiner. In 1903, the rail line was extended to Gardiner and continued to operate until 1948. 1903 also marks the year President dedicated the , an historic landmark that still stands today. The town has survived gold rushes, destructive fires, and the coming and going of the railroad. It has fed and sheltered miners and hosted pioneer visitors. Today, Gardiner is home to a range of businesses that welcome visitors to Yellowstone National Park from all over the world, from outfitters and guides to cozy diners to family-owned hotels. It remains the only gateway community with year-round access to Yellowstone National Park.

5 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Events are being updated regularly! Check out VisitGardinerMT.com/events

GARDINER RODEO, JUNE 14 & 15 AT THE poetry, and musicianship of five artists. The music RODEO GROUNDS begins with singer-songwriters performing at 3pm until Come enjoy the real west and visit Yellowstone at followed by the main act CELLO+GUITAR at 8pm. the same time! Join our annual NRA rodeo fun! This is a charity benefit show with a portion of proceeds Jacobs Livestock will once again provide rank, well supporting North Yellowstone Education Foundation. taken care of rodeo stock, top notch pick-up men & bullfighters! Fun for the whole family. There will be a GARDINER BREWFEST, JULY 20 AT ARCH beer stand (over 21 & must show I.D.), refreshments, PARK and hamburger and snack stand. Purchase tickets at the Gardiner’s annual Brewfest is Saturday July 20st, 2019. gate! Bring everyone to this family friendly event and enjoy $10 Adults local brews, wine, live music, food, and a kid's village $5 Children Ages 6-12 full of activities to keep them occupied! The event is a Children 5 & Under free fundraiser for Snoopy School. Snoopy School is a local Gates Open at 5:00pm 501c3 nonprofit daycare supporting Mammoth and Events Start at 6:00pm Gardiner families. GARDINER ORIGINAL MUSIC SHOW CASE, SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARKS, JULY 21 AT JUNE 29 AT ARCH PARK ARCH PARK The Gardiner Original Music Showcase comes to Since 1973, Shakespeare in the Parks has brought free, Gardiner. MT on Saturday, June 29 featuring an all professional productions of Shakespeare and other original music concert benefit event for the North classics to rural communities. All performances are Yellowstone Education Foundation. Montana Pig Roast offered at no cost in local parks and public spaces, plates, beer, and wine will be available for purchase making them accessible to all. This year, enjoy a free in Arch Park hosted by Schalene Darr and crew of production of Henry IV Part 1 in Arch Park from 6:00 Yellowstone Grill. This event showcases the songwriting, pm - 8:00 pm.

6 LOCAL SERVICES DIRECTORY

Need to set up a bank account? Mail a letter? Get a ride to town? Here is a list of local businesses who can help you throughout the summer.

EMERGENCY SERVICES MEDICAL Emergency: Medical or Safety Emergency Mammoth Clinic Call 911 108 Grand Loop Rd., YNP 307.344.7965 Non-Emergency Open June 1 – September 26, 2019 Park County Sheriff Department – Dispatch 7 days a week from 8:30 am-5:00 pm 414 E. Callender St. #2, Livingston, MT 406.222.2050 Livingston Urgent Care 104 Centennial Dr. Ste. 103, Livingston, MT AUTO REPAIRS 406.222.0030 Yellowstone Dino Lube & Repair Monday-Friday 8:00 am-7:00 pm 207 S 2nd St. Gardiner, MT Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am-4:00 pm 406.848.9401 Livingston Hospital BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS 320 Aplenglow Ln., Livingston, MT First Interstate 406.222.3541 903 Scott St. W., Gardiner, MT Open 24 hours, 7 days a Week 406.848.7474 POST OFFICE Yellowstone Federal Credit Union Postal Service 3 Canteen Ln, YNP, WY 707 Scott St. W. Gardiner, MT 307.344.7974 406.848.7579 Open 7:30 am - 1:15 pm; 2:30 pm - 4 pm Bank of the Rockies 307 Story Rd. Emigrant, MT SHUTTLE SERVICE 406.333.9009 Mountain Runner Shuttles 406.223.7805 GROCERIES & GAS www.mountinrunnershuttles.com Gardiner Market 701 Scott St. W., Gardiner, MT North of Yellowstone Shuttle & Charter 406.848.7524 406.580.2286 Open 7 am - 11 pm www.northofyellowstone.com Town Station TOURISM INFORMATION 401 Scott St. W., Gardiner, MT Gardiner Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center 406.848.7742 216 Park St. Gardiner, MT 59030 406.848.7971 Yellowstone National Park Road Report 307.344.2117

7 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

QUESTION: Where can I see wildlife? ANSWER: You can see a lot of animals in the field across from Park Street, near the entrance to Yellowstone. Keep your eyes peeled for elk, pronghorn, deer, and bison. If you’re hoping to see bighorn sheep, look closely at the rock cliffs between Gardiner and . A couple famous wildlife viewing locations in Yellowstone are Lamar Valley and Hayden Valley, with herds of bison and elk and packs of wolves. Moose are usually found near rivers or lakes around Yellowstone and are more common near the southern part of the park. Bears can be found all over the park; check with the information specialists at Yellowstone Forever or the Visitor Centers in Yellowstone for updated sightings of bears, wolves, and most types of wildlife.

QUESTION: How much do passes to Yellowstone cost? ANSWER: Entrance fees vary, and specifics can be found at the ’s website: https://www. nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/fees.htm. For seven days, a standard vehicle can purchase a pass for $35, a motor- cycle can purchase a pass for $30, and an individual entering by foot or bicycle can purchase a pass for $20. Annual passes cost $70 and last a full year.

QUESTION: Where can I go in Yellowstone that has less people? ANSWER: Yellowstone’s Northern Range, while often busy, is typically a little less crowded than the southern parts of the park. It is a beautiful place to see wildlife, mountains, rivers, and lakes. The best advice for avert- ing the crowds is to get out on the trails or in the backcountry for some hiking; there are several unique and gorgeous locations to explore without having to fight for parking.

QUESTION: What is the significance of the Roosevelt Arch? ANSWER: A man named Hiram M. Chittenden, from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, was dissatisfied with the entrance to Yellowstone in the first three decades of the park’s existence. He thought it deserved a much more grand, exciting entrance point. In 1903, the arch was dedicated by Theodore Roosevelt, who laid the cornerstone of the structure (which can be seen in photos at the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce). It be- came an important destination to visitors from around the world, who would arrive in Gardiner on the train at the station just below the Arch, which has since been replaced with the library.

QUESTION: What’s good to eat in town? ANSWER: It depends on what you’re in the mood for. Gardiner has options ranging from burgers and pizza to locally caught fish and huckleberry crème brûlée. Be sure to stop into the Gardiner Chamber of Com- merce and Visitor Center to browse menus and ask more specific questions. In our opinion, you can’t go wrong at any of the restaurants here in town.

8 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

QUESTION: Where are some good scenic drives outside of the park? ANSWER: One option for a nice scenic drive in the area is going through Paradise Valley along Highway 89 and the . While the views along the highway are stunning, for an even more scenic route turn onto East River Road, which begins about 22 miles north of Gardiner and continues further north to- ward Livingston. This takes you through the trees and along creeks flowing into the river, with a lower speed limit to ensure that you have a better chance of seeing the views and wildlife. Another great drive nearby is up Jardine Road, which takes you northeast of Gardiner and gives you terrific sights of both the town and Yellowstone. From several parts of the road, you can look south through the valley and see the white trav- ertine terraces of Mammoth Hot Springs. Continue along the road and you will find many National Forest Service roads that take you into the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness.

QUESTION: What do people do for fun in Gardiner? ANSWER: We revel in the fact that Gardiner is vacant of movie theaters and bowling alleys. The best way to spend time in Gardiner is to take advantage of the recreation opportunities in town. Several companies offer rafting trips, horseback trail rides, or zipline adventures. If these activities are a little too intimidating, or if you’re travelling on a budget, we suggest hiking trails like the OTO ranch, just outside of town. You could also head north to one of the available hot spring options, Yellowstone Hot Springs at Corwin Springs or Chi- co Hot Springs near Emigrant (see page 13).

QUESTION: Can I rent bear spray? ANSWER: You can! There aren’t any locations in Gardiner that rent bear spray, but if you head into Yellow- stone and visit the offices at Canyon Village you will be able to rent some.

QUESTION: What time of day should I go into Yellowstone to avoid the line? ANSWER: The earlier the better! The line starts to grow around 9:30 am and won’t shorten much until around noon. You could always go in for an afternoon or evening adventure, but the morning light in the park is so beautiful, and early morning is the best time to view the wildlife.

QUESTION: Does the north entrance to Yellowstone ever close? ANSWER: No, you will always be able to get in and out of the park.

9 YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK INFORMATION

Yellowstone Road Report: Yellowstone Website: 307-344-2117 nps.gov/yell

10 YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK INFORMATION Camping Information

OPERATED BY XANTERRA OPERATED BY THE NATIONAL PARK RESERVATIONS REQUIRED SERVICE TOLL FREE - 866-439-7375 ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS TDD - 307-344-5395 LISTED IN THE ORDER OF WHAT MOST SAME-DAY RESERVATIONS – 307-344-7311 COMMONLY FILLS UP FIRST: • MADISON - $25.25 • SLOUGH CREEK - $15 • GRANT - $30 • TOWER - $15 • BRIDGE BAY - $25.25 • NORRIS - $20 • FISHING BRIDGE (HARD SIDE ONLY) - $47.75 • PEBBLE CREEK - $15 • CANYON - $30 • INDIAN CREEK - $15 • MAMMOTH - $20 • LEWIS LAKE - $15

11 YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK INFORMATION

Yellowstone Camping Tips and Additional Information Xanterra Parks and Resorts operates 5 reservation campgrounds (1,700+ sites) including Madison, Fishing Bridge RV Park, Bridge Bay, Canyon, and Grant Village. You can make reservations online or by calling or writing. The National Park Service operates 7 first-come, first-served campgrounds (450+ sites) including Mammoth, Norris, , Indian Creek, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek, and Lewis Lake. Camp- grounds usually fill by early morning; plan ahead to obtain a site! • Be sure to check for opening and closing dates for facilities inside the park. • Make your reservations early! • Overnight camping of any type utside designated campgrounds is not permitted. • Campsite occupancy is limited to 6 people per site. • Camping is limited to 14 days from July 1 through Labor Day (first Monday in September) and to 30 days the rest of the year; no limit at Fishing Bridge. • Drinking water is normally available in all campgrounds with occasional exceptions. • Campfires, including those in portable wood or propane fire pits, are prohibited in the Fishing Bridge RV Park. Wood and charcoal fires are permitted in all other campground locations; though special fire restrictions are occasionally put in place when the danger of wildland fires is great. If you plan to light a fire in the park, please ask about current fire restrictions at the entrance station when you arrive or email our Visitor Services Office immediately prior to your visit. Propane grills and stoves are normally not restricted. • Fishing Bridge RV Park is the only campground offering water, sewer, and electrical hook ups-50 amp service; it is for hard-sided vehicles only (no tents or tent-trailers are allowed).

Distances to Popular Destinations from Gardiner Canyon Village 38 miles (~1 hr) Cooke City, MT 56 miles (~2 hrs) Grand Teton National Park 134 miles (~4 hrs) Grant Village 73 miles (~2.5 hrs) Mammoth Hot Springs 5 miles (~15 min) Norris Geyser Basin 26 miles (~45 min) Old Faithful 56 miles (~2 hrs) Tower Fall 25 miles (~45 min) West Yellowstone, MT 54 miles (~1.5 hrs) Yellowstone Lake 54 miles (~2 hrs)

12 THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER

WHITEWATER RAFTING HORSEBACK RIDING Most of Gardiner’s five rafting companies have been What visit to a western frontier town would be complete around for decades and are more than happy to share without some time in the saddle? Choose between a trail a wild ride on the Yellowstone River with guests. If a ride to an old cowboy cookout, a nature ride through high-octane adventure isn’t for you, opt for a scenic float Yellowstone National Park, or spend the day rafting and on calmer stretches of water that includes commentary on riding with a combo package from one of Gardiner’s the natural history of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem rafting companies. See page 23 for list of companies. from an expert guide. See page 23 for list of companies. HIKING ZIPLINING Did you know 99% of Yellowstone visitors never leave Soar above the canopy of the Gallatin National Forest on the road? Be the adventurous 1% and experience Yellow- the ultimate adrenaline-pumping adventure. Montana stone and southern Montana like the early explorers did Whitewater Rafting & Zipline Company will set you up by hitting the trail. Stop by the Gardiner Visitor Center on a zipline tour at a historic ranch property with in- or the Albright Visitor Center in Mammoth Hot Springs, credible views of the mountains bordering Yellowstone or see page 14 in this guide for hiking ideas. National Park. See page 23.

HOT SPRINGS YELLOWSTONE CHICO HOT SPRINGS THE BOILING RIVER HOT SPRINGS RESORT & DAY SPA The Boiling River flows into The area’s newest hot springs Established in 1900, Chico Hot the near Mam- is nestled along the Yellowstone Springs in nearby Pray, Mon- moth Hot Springs, just a few River in Corwin Springs, just tana, has become a long-time fa- miles south of Gardiner inside ten minutes from Gardiner. vorite of Gardiner and Paradise Yellowstone park boundaries. Guests can choose from a main Valley locals as well as visitors Expect an all-natural, rustic pool heated to a comfortable 98 from all over the world. Chico soaking experience. Be advised degrees F; a hot plunge at 104 offers two open-air, mineral-rich the area is typically closed to degrees; or the cold plunge at pools that are geothermally visitors during spring snowmelt 67-70 degrees. All the pools are heated and chemical-free. The from late April to early July. fed by fresh, mineral-rich water resort also includes two restau- Stop by the Albright Visitor and surrounded by breathaking rants, historic lodging, and a Center in Mammoth to check Montana scenery. See page 23 saloon. See page 23 for contact on current conditions. for contact information. information.

13 5 AREA DAY HIKES

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL in the foothills of the Absaroka Mountains, this well-maintained trail is dog friendly. Hikers will PARK HIKES enjoy ambling through mature forest to reach the LOST LAKE LOOP (2.8 MILES ROUNDTRIP) beauitful cascades of Pine Creek Falls. For a more Beginning behind the Roosevelt Lodge, this trail challenging hike, continue for another 4 miles to climbs through a pleasant lodgepole forest to meet reach spectacular Pine Creek Lake. up with Lost Lake after 0.2 miles. Turn back the way you came or make it a loop hike by continu- CUSTER GALLATIN NATIONAL ing to the Petrified Tree parking lot. From there, FOREST HIKES the trail climbs down to the Tower Ranger Station KNOX LAKE (8 MILES ROUNDTRIP) area, followed by a short 0.2 miles to meet back up with Roosevelt Lodge. The trailhead is located about 40 minutes north- east of Gardiner via Jardine Road, near Bear Creek YELLOWSTONE RIVER PICNIC AREA TRAIL campground. This moderate hike winds through (3.7 MILES ROUNDTRIP) the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness complex to a The trailhead begins at the Yellowstone River lovely alpine lake known as Knox Lake. The trail is Picnic Area, 1.25 miles northeast of Tower Junc- dog friendly and offers visitors a longer hike with a tion on the Northeast Entrance Road. After a short break from Yellowstone crowds. but challenging climb to the rim, kids will love THE OTO RANCH (2.6 MILES ROUNDTRIP) spotting marmots, bighorn sheep, and pronghorn along the trail as it follows the narrows of the Yel- Follow this trail to the first and oldest dude ranch lowstone River. in Montana. From Gardiner, follow Highway 89 approximately 10 miles north and turn onto Cedar PARADISE VALLEY HIKE Creek Road. The trailhead begins at the end of the PINE CREEK FALLS (2 MILES ROUNDTRIP) road. Spend time exploring the restored buildings of the ranch or enjoy a picnic on the porch of the The trailhead begins at Pine Creek Campground, old lodge before turning back the way you came. 17 miles south of Livingston, Montana. Located

14 THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER

CAMPING Gardiner, Paradise Valley, and Yellowstone National Park

There are plenty of options for pitching a tent or YELLOWSTONE CAMPING pulling up the RV around Gardiner. Camping is very There are 12 campgrounds inside Yellowstone National Park. popular in the summertime, so it’s a good idea to Bridge Bay, Canyon, Fishing Bridge, Grant Village, and Mad- plan ahead and have a few backup choices. ison campgrounds are operated by Yellowstone National Park Lodges, and sites can be reserved by calling 307-344-7311. GARDINER CAMPING The campgrounds at Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Mammoth, The closest campgrounds to Gardiner include Eagle Norris, Pebble Creek, Slough Creek, and Tower Fall are op- Creek Campground, Bear Creek and Timber Camp erated by the National Park Service and sites are first-come, recreation sites, and Canyon Campground. Inquire first-served. Be aware these sites often fill by early morning. at the U.S. Forest Service office in Gardiner or stop by the Gardiner Visitor Center for more informa- PARADISE VALLEY CAMPING tion. RV-goers can book a site at Rocky Mountain For a quieter camping experience, there are several options in RV Park, Yellowstone RV Park and Campground, or scenic Paradise Valley north of Gardiner, Montana. These in- Yellowstone Destinations. clude Pine Creek Campground and Tom Miner Campground on the Custer-Gallatin National Forest, the Carbella camp- ing area on BLM land near Tom Miner Basin, and dispersed camping along Mill Creek Road.

MUSEUMS & VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERS

YELLOWSTONE HERITAGE & RESEARCH THE ALBRIGHT VISITOR CENTER CENTER As you begin your Yellowstone journey, stop by the Albright The Yellowstone Heritage and Research Center Visitor Center in Mammoth Hot Springs to explore the inter- (HRC) houses Yellowstone’s collection of historic active displays and participate in ranger-led educational talks. documents from the park’s inception to the present. The newly renovated Center offers trip-planning information, The center also contains more than 720,000 museum exhibits on the park’s history and wildlife, backcountry per- items—including 30 historic vehicles—making it a mits, restrooms, and wifi. For the young and young at heart, must-see for history enthusiasts. Located at 20 Old be sure to stop in and ask about the Junior Ranger Program. Yellowstone Road in Gardiner, the HRC offers free public tours from May 30-September 5. Call 307- 344-2264 to reserve a space on an HRC tour.

15 THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER

GO WILDLIFE WATCHING

The Gardiner area is home to some of the most abundant wildlife in the country, including wolves, elk, bison, and bears. The town is famous for the wildlife that roam right through town—it’s not uncommon to get caught in a bison jam on the way to the market or spot a herd of elk napping on the high school football field!

EXPLORE LAMAR VALLEY GO WITH A GUIDE Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley, often referred to as “the For the best chance of glimpsing wildlife, hire a guide Serengeti of North America,” is just a short drive from out of Gardiner. The area’s local wildlife guides are ex- Gardiner in Yellowstone National Park. The valley is perts in their field and are intimately familiar with where home to sprawling herds of bison, solitary moose, and to find those elusive animals. See page 23 for a list of several packs of wolves. Gardiner's local guides.

SPRING & FALL WILDLIFE SAFETY FIRST WATCHING All of Yellowstone Country is bear country. Purchase Springtime means baby season—including bear spray at the Gardiner Market, Yellowstone Gifts bison calves, bear cubs, elk calves, and more. Late sum- and Sweets, the Flying Pig, or a Yellowstone Forever mer and fall are wonderful times to observe the bison Park Store. Read the instructions on the pacakage and rut in the Lamar Valley or the elk rut in Gardiner and remember that bear spray is a bear deterrent, not a re- Mammoth Hot Springs. pellent, so never spray it on yourself or others.

16 SUMMER SAFETY TIPS

We love working and playing right outside Yellowstone National Park, but don't forget Yellowstone can be danger- ous. Here are some tips to keep in mind when you're recreating in the park and in the national forests.

ANIMALS ARE DANGEROUS • Do not approach or feed any animal. • Bison, bears, and elk can injure and kill people. • Stay 100 yards (91 M) from bears and wolves. • Stay 25 yards (23 M) from all other animals

USE CAUTION IN THERMAL AREAS • Stay on boardwalks and trails. • Thermal water can severely burn you. • Never run, push, or shove. • Supervise children at all times.

BE PREPARED FOR BEAR ENCOUNTERS • Carry bear spray and know how to use it. • Hike in groups of three or more people. • Make noise to avoid surprise encounters. • Never run from a bear. Back away slowly.

ANTICIPATE POTENTIAL HAZARDS • Observe safe distances and settings for selfies. • Stay behind fencing, guard rails, and ledges. • Use caution; park waters are cold and fast. • Show patience and courtesy to other people.

EXPECT TRAVEL HAZARDS AND DELAYS • If you're driving, be sure to drive defensively. • Allow time for road congestion. • Do not stop on or block a road. • Use pullouts; stay in your car to watch animals.

Tips adapted from Yellowstone National Park's "Think Safety, Act Safely" brochure.

17 GARDINER BUSINESS DIRECTORY LODGING

ABSAROKA LODGE 406-848-7414 310 Scott St. W•Gardiner YellowstoneMotel.com B BAR RANCH 406-848-7729 818 Tom Miner Cr. Rd•Emigrant BBar.com BEST WESTERN 406-848-7311 905 Scott St. W•Gardiner BestWestern.com BLACK BEAR INN & VACATION RENTALS 406-220-0304 114 E Park St.•Gardiner BlackBearVacationRentals.com CABIN BY THE RIVER 406-223-2593 1047 US-89 S•Gardiner www.vrbo.com/34107 CHICO HOT SPRINGS RESORT & DAY SPA 406-333-4933 163 Chico Road•Pray ChicoHotSprings.com COWBOY’S LODGE & GRILLE 406-848-9175 303 S 2nd St.•Gardiner CowboysLodge.com CREVICE MOUNTAIN LODGE 406-223‐0148 384 Crevice Rd.•Gardiner CreviceMountainLodge.com DIAMOND BAR HEART GUEST CABIN 406-848-238 550 Old Yellowstone Tr. S #11•Gardiner TheYellowstoneVacationCabin.com ELK RIVER ART STUDIO, GALLERY & LODGING 406-848-9449 1005 Scott St. W•Gardiner ElkRiverArt.com GARDINER GUEST HOUSE B&B 406-848-9414 112 E Main St.•Gardiner VisitGardinerMT.com HELL'S A-ROARIN’ OUTFITTERS 406-848-7578 164 Crevice Rd.•Gardiner HellsARoarinOutfitters.com HILLCREST COTTAGES 406-848-7353 400 Scott St. W•Gardiner HillCrestCottages.com JOHNSTAD’S BED & BREAKFAST & LOG CABIN 406-333-9003 3 Paradise Ln.•Emigrant JohnstadsBB.com LITTLE TRAIL CREEK CABINS 406-223-8595 430 US-89•Gardiner YellowstoneVacationCabins.com MCDONALD RANCH LODGE & CABINS 406-224-1589 569 Cinnabar Basin Rd.•Gardiner www.vrbo.com/609521 MONTANA GUIDE SERVICE 406-223-9636 80 Mol Heron Rd.•Gardiner MontanaGuide.com NORTH ENTRANCE VACATION RENTALS 406-223-2593 322 W Main St.•Gardiner VisitGardinerMT.com NORTH YELLOWSTONE LODGE 406-223-5265 1083 US-89•Gardiner NorthYellowstoneHostel.com PARADISE GATEWAY BED & BREAKFAST 406-333-4063 2644 US-89•Emigrant ParadiseGateway.com

18 GARDINER BUSINESS DIRECTORY

PARK HOTEL 406-223-7007 107 Main St.•Gardiner ParkHotelYellowstone.com REEDFLY FARM 206-228-5448 2786 US-89•Emigrant Reedfly.com ROCKIN’ Y VACATION RENTALS 406-223-3150 29 Papesh Rd.•Gardiner www.vrbo.com/913396 ROCKY MOUNTAIN RV PARK & CABINS 406-848-7251 14 Jardine Rd.•Gardiner RockyMountainRVPark.com SAGE LODGE 855-400-0505 55 Sage Lodge Dr.•Pray SageLodge.com SMITH FAMILY RANCH 406-848-7477 1828 Old Yellowstone Tr. S•Emigrant YellowstoneGatewayRentals.com THE ROOSEVELT HOTEL-YELLOWSTONE 406-848-5130 1014 Scott St. W•Gardiner YellowstoneHotelBooking.com TRAVELODGE OF GARDINER AT YELLOWSTONE PARK 406-848-7520 109 Hellroaring St.•Gardiner Travelodge.com WONDERLAND CAFÉ & LODGE 406-223-1914 206 Main St.•Gardiner WonderlandCafeandLodge.com YELLOWSTONE BASIN INN 406-848-7080 4 Maiden Basin Dr.•Gardiner YellowstoneBasinInn.com YELLOWSTONE BIG ROCK INN 406-848-9435 902 Scott St. W•Gardiner YellowstoneBigRockInn.com YELLOWSTONE DESTINATIONS 406-848-9911 754 US-89•Gardiner YellowstoneDestinations.com YELLOWSTONE GATEWAY INN 406-848-7100 103 Bigelow Ln.•Gardiner YellowstoneGatewayInn.com YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK LODGES 307-344-7311 PO Box 165•Yellowstone NP YellowstoneNationalParkLodges.com YELLOWSTONE PARK RIVERFRONT CABINS 406-570-4500 550 Old Yellowstone Tr. S #1, #8 •Gardiner CabinsOnTheYellowstone.com YELLOWSTONE RIVERBEND CABIN 406-449-0222 550 Old Yellowstone Tr. S•Gardiner YellowstoneRiverbendCabin.com YELLOWSTONE RIVER MOTEL 406-848‐7303 14 E Park St.•Gardiner YellowstoneRiverMotel.com YELLOWSTONE RIVERSIDE COTTAGES 406-848-7719 521 Scott St. W•Gardiner YellowstoneRiversideCottages.com YELLOWSTONE RV PARK & CAMPGROUND 406-848-7496 121 US-89 S•Gardiner RVParkYellowstone.com YELLOWSTONE SUITES BED & BREAKFAST 406-848-7937 506 S 4th St.•Gardiner YellowstoneSuites.com YELLOWSTONE SUPER 8 406-848-7401 702 Scott St. W•Gardiner YellowstoneSuper8.com YELLOWSTONE VILLAGE INN 19 406-848-7417 1102 Scott St. W•Gardiner YellowstoneVInn.com GARDINER BUSINESS DIRECTORY SHOPPING & SERVICES

AUTOMOTIVE COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

MOUNTAIN MOBILE AUTO GLASS ABSAROKA BEARTOOTH WILDERNESS FOUNDATION 406-220-7891 • VisitGardinerMT.com 406-525-1944 • ABWilderness.org TOWN STATION BEAR CREEK COUNCIL 406-848-7742 • VisitGardinerMT.com 406-848-9445 • NorthernPlains.org YELLOWSTONE DINO LUBE BIG BEAR STAMPEDE 406-848-9401 • YellowstoneDinoLube.com BigBearStampede.org YELLOWSTONE PARK SERVICE STATION CHILD CARE CONNECTIONS 406-848-7333 • YPSS.com 406-587-7786 • BozemanCCC.org ARTS COUNCIL BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS Facebook.com/Electric-Peak-Arts-Council GARDINER COMMUNITY LIBRARY BANK OF THE ROCKIES 406-848-7835 • VisitGardinerMT.com GARDINER FOOD PANTRY 406-333-9009 • BankoftheRockies.com FIRST INTERSTATE BANK 307-344-9006 • Facebook.com/GardinerFoodPantry GREATER GARDINER COMMUNITY COUNCIL 406-848-7474 • FirstInterstateBank.com YELLOWSTONE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 406-848-1883 • GardinerMT.org MSU PARK COUNTY EXTENSION 307-344-7974 • YellowstoneFCU.org 406-222-4156 • Park.MSUExtension.org NATIONAL WOLF WATCHERS COALITION BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTION 503-313-4681 • WolfWatcher.org NORTH YELLOWSTONE EDUCATION FOUNDATION LEHRKINDS COCA COLA BOTTLING COMPANY 406-223-5967 • GardinerNYEF.org 406-586-2029 • Lehrkinds.com STAFFORD ANIMAL SHELTER 406-222-2111 • StaffordAnimalShelter.org CHIROPRACTORS & MASSAGE UPPER YELLOWSTONE ROUNDUP ASSOCIATION Facebook.com/GardinerRodeo STONE GATE CHIROPRACTIC YELLOWSTONE FOREVER 406-425-2421 • DocDurr.com 406-848-2400 • Yellowstone.org ZONDRA SKERTICH- MASSAGE THERAPIST COMPUTER & INTERNET 406-220-2201 • Facebook.com/ZondraSkertich YELLOWSTONE MEDIA DESIGN CHURCHES 406-848-7535 • YMDesign.net

GARDINER BAPTIST CHURCH GALLERIES, ARTISTS & FRAMING 406-223-4478 • GardinerBaptistChurch.org ST. WILLIAMS CATHOLIC CHURCH ELK RIVER ART STUDIO & GALLERY 406-222-1393 • StMarysCommunity.org 406-848-9449 • ElkRiverArt.com GEORGE BUMANN SCULPTURE 406-223-6859 • GeorgeBumann.com CLEANING SERVICES YELLOWSTONE GALLERY FRAMEWORKS 406-848-7306 • YellowstoneGallery.com HOUSE OF CLEAN INC YELLOWSTONE WILD THE GALLERY • 20 800-223-5082 House-Of-Clean.com 406-240-6968 • YellowstoneWild.com GARDINER BUSINESS DIRECTORY SHOPPING & SERVICES

GIFTS & GEAR

FLYING PIG CAMP STORE & RAFTING 406-848-7510 • FlyingPigRafting.com KELLEM’S MONTANA SADDLERY 406-848-7776 • Facebook.com/KellemsMontanaSaddlery PARADISE ADVENTURE COMPANY 888-722-6505 • ParadiseRafting.com PARKS' FLY SHOP 406-848-7314 • ParksFlyShop.com YELLOWSTONE FOREVER 406-848-2400 • Yellowstone.org YELLOWSTONE GENERAL STORES 406-586-7593 • YellowstoneGift.com YELLOWSTONE GIFTS & SWEETS 406-848-7011 • GardinerGifts.com GROCERY STORE

GARDINER MARKET 406-848-7524 • GardinerMarket.com LAUNDROMATS GARDINER LAUNDRY 406-223-9936 • VisitGardinerMT.com NORTH ENTRANCE WASHTUB 406-848-9870 • VisitGardinerMT.com MEDICAL SERVICES BEAR HEARING SOLUTIONS 406-333-2547 • BearHearing.com LIVINGSTON HEALTHCARE 406-222-3541 • LivingstonHealthcare.org MEDCOR INC- MAMMOTH CLINIC 307-344-7965 • Medcor.com/Yellowstone

PHARMACY

GARDINER PHARMACY/YELLOWSTONE PERK 406-848-9430 • Facebook.com/YellowstonePerkandGardinerPharmacy PRESS/PUBLICATIONS/RADIO

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BARS & SALOONS RESTAURANTS

CHICO HOT SPRINGS CHICO HOT SPRINGS 406-333-4933 • ChicoHotSprings.com 406-333-4933 • ChicoHotSprings.com RED’S BLUE GOOSE SALOON COWBOY’S LODGE & GRILLE 406-848-7434 • Facebook.com/RedsBlueGooseSaloon 406-848-9175 • CowboysLodge.com SAGE LODGE FOLLOW YER’ NOSE BBQ 855-400-0505 • SageLodge.com 406-224-2847 • FollowYerNoseBBQ.com THE RAVEN GRILL GRIZZLY GRILLE BY YELLOWSTONE 406-848-9171 • Facebook.com/TheRavenGrill 406-451-1419 • Facebook.com/GrizzlyGrille THE RUSTY RAIL KBAR PIZZA 406-848-7336 • VisitGardinerMT.com 406-848-9995 •Facebook.com/KBARPizza TWO BIT SALOON & GRILL GARDINER SUBWAY 406-848-7743 • Facebook.com/TwoBitSaloon 406-848-9448 • Subway.com SAGE LODGE COFFEE SHOPS & BAKERIES 855-400-0505 • SageLodge.com THE CORRAL TUMBLEWEED BOOKSTORE & CAFÉ 406-848-7627 • Facebook.com/GardinerCorral 406-848-2225 • TumbleweedBooksandCafe.weebly.com THE RAVEN GRILL WILDFLOUR BAKERY & CAFÉ 406-848-9171 • Facebook.com/TheRavenGrill 406-224-2847 • WildflourBakeryMT.com TUMBLEWEED BOOKSTORE & CAFÉ WONDERLAND CAFE & LODGE 406-848-2225 • TumbleweedBooksandCafe.weebly.com 406-223-1914 • WonderlandCafeAndLodge.com TWO BIT SALOON & GRILL YELLOWSTONE GRILL 406-848-7743 • Facebook.com/TwoBitSaloon 406-848-9433 • Facebook.com/YellowstoneGrill WONDERLAND CAFÉ & LODGE YELLOWSTONE PERK 406-223-1914 • WonderlandCafeAndLodge.com 406-848-9430 • Facebook.com/YellowstonePerkand- YELLOWSTONE GRILL GardinerPharmacy 406-848-9433 • Facebook.com/YellowstoneGrill YELLOWSTONE MINE RESTAURANT 406-848-7336 • VisitGardinerMT.com YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK LODGES 307-344-7311• YellowstoneNationalParkLodges.com YELLOWSTONE PIZZA COMPANY 406-848-9991 • YellowstonePizzaCompany.com

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FISHING SERVICES PRIVATE & GROUP TOURS

FLYING PIG ADVENTURE COMPANY YELLOWSTONE GUIDE 888-792-9193 • FlyingPigRafting.com 424-333-4682 • YellowstoneGuide.org HELL’S A-ROARIN’ OUTFITTERS YELLOWSTONE HIKING GUIDES 406-848-7578 • HellsARoarinOutfitters.com 406-848-1144 • YellowstoneHikingGuides.com PARKS’ FLY SHOP YELLOWSTONE INSIGHT, MACNEIL LYONS 406-848-7314 • ParksFlyShop.com 406-640-1164 • YellowstoneInsight.com SAGE LODGE YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK LODGES 855-400-0505 • SageLodge.com 307-344-7311 • YellowstoneNationalParkLodges.com YELLOWSTONE SAFARI COMPANY HORSEBACK RIDING 406-586-1155 • YellowstoneSafari.com YELLOWSTONE TOURS LLC HELL’S A-ROARIN’ OUTFITTERS 406-425-4861 • YellowstoneToursLLC.com 406-848-7578 • HellsARoarinOutfitters.com YELLOWSTONE WILDLIFE ADVENTURES ROCKIN’ HK OUTFITTERS 307-699-0495 • YellowstoneWildlifeAdventures.com 406-333-4933 • RockinHK.com YELLOWSTONE WILD, LLC SPECIMEN CREEK OUTFITTERS 406-224-0001 • Yellowstone-Wild.com 406-848-9164 • SpecimenCreekOutfitters.com YELLOWSTONE WOLF TRACKER WILDERNESS CONNECTION 406-223-2152 • WolfTracker.com • 406-848-7862 WildCon.com YELLOWSTONE WONDERS HOT SPRINGS 406-224-3561 • YellowstoneWonders.com YELLOWSTONE YEAR-ROUND SAFARIS CHICO HOT SPRINGS RESORT & DAY SPA 866-457-7684 • YellowstoneYearRoundSafaris.com 406-333-4933 •ChicoHotSprings.com YELLOWSTONE HOT SPRINGS SNOWCOACH & SNOWMOBILE 833-977-7464 •YellowstoneHotSpringsMT.com YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK LODGES HUNTING OUTFITTERS 307-344-7311• YellowstoneNationalParkLodges.com YELLOWSTONE YEAR ROUND SAFARIS MONTANA GUIDE SERVICE 866-457-7684 • YYRSafaris.com 406-848-7265 • MontanaGuide.com SPECIMEN CREEK OUTFITTERS WHITEWATER RAFTING 406-848-9164 • SpecimenCreekOutfitters.com WILDERNESS CONNECTION FLYING PIG ADVENTURE COMPANY 406-848-7862 • WildCon.com 888-792-9193 • FlyingPigRafting.com MONTANA WHITEWATER RAFTING & ZIPLINE PRIVATE & GROUP TOURS 406-848-7398 • MontanaWhitewater.com PARADISE ADVENTURE COMPANY ADVENTURE YELLOWSTONE INC. 888-722-6505 • ParadiseRafting.com 406-585-9041 • National-Park-Tours.com WILD WEST RAFTING BIG WILD ADVENTURES 406-848-2252• WildWestRafting.com 406-848-7000 • BigWildAdventures.com YELLOWSTONE RAFT COMPANY IN OUR NATURE GUIDING SERVICE 406-848-7777 • YellowstoneRaft.com 406-579-3838 • In-Our-Nature.com

WILD BEAR ADVENTURES ZIPLINE 23 303-907-9773 • WildBearAdventures.com MONTANA WHITEWATER RAFTING & ZIPLINE YELLOWSTONE FOREVER • 406-848-2400 • Yellowstone.org 406-848-7398 MontanaWhitewater.com 24 25 FRONTLINE GARDINER Employee Resource & Handbook

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OTHER RESOURCES

Gardiner Travel Guide • Download the Gardiner Travel Guide here: https://www.visitgardinermt.com/images/docs/GardinerWeb. pdf • Pick-up at the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce at 216 Park St. Gardiner, MT

Gardiner Community Newsletter: Gardiner’s weekly publication • Published Weekly every Wednesday available to download here: https://www.visitgardinermt.com/about/ gardiner-chamber-of-commerce/chamber-newsletters • Pick-up a physical copy at: Gardiner Chamber of Commerce 216 Park St., Gardiner, MT Gardiner Market 701 Scott St., Gardiner, MT Conoco Gas Station 401 Scott St., Gardiner, MT

Yellowstone National Park Information • Yellowstone Website here: https://www.nps.gov/yell/index.htm • Yellowstone Park Roads and Current Conditions: https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/conditions.htm

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