Whether you want to learn more about the flora and fauna of Western Montana, how to play it safe while you’re adventuring here, or how to protect and conserve Montana’s ecosystem, there’s plenty to learn, and many ways to go about it. Glacier Country is full of classes and educational programming and events.
To add an educational element to your time in Western Montana, check out places that offer learning opportunities—like history and nature events at Travelers Rest Connection—and getaways like writing retreats.
And because responsible recreation is top of mind here, taking classes on things like avalanche safety, bear awareness and Leave No Trace is always a good idea, and Glacier Country can accommodate.
When there are wildfires, here are a few things to keep in mind: You’re safe. Most wildland fires, when they happen, are in the back country, miles from civilization and any structures. Montana is home to 3,443,038 acres of wilderness, and most fires happen there. If, by chance, a wildland fire gets close to a community, our firefighting experts communicate, evacuate and communicate some more.
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