Montana is Marlboro Country…ranches, cattle, horses, cowboys and Indians. We like to keep it casual and laid back. Even our Governor Schweitzer sports jeans, cowboy boots, and a string tie. Now in the true spirit of Montana, Governor Schweitzer and the state’s congressional delegation plan to ride horseback in the inaugural parade for president elect […]
Yellowstone National Park – Fears over Earthquake "Swarm"
Like millions of tourists who visit Yellowstone National Park each year, the threat of earthquakes doesn’t discourage me from enjoying Yellowstone’s amazing thermal features. _________________________ Foreboding discussions on late night radio describe a Yellowstone volcanic eruption as apocalyptic. Living here in Northwest Montana approximately 400 miles from the park makes this all the more […]
The Big Snow Walk
After an overnight snowstorm, we decided to experience the deep snow in our neighborhood by walking to the store. After walking five blocks, I realized how difficult it was to walk in the snow. The fluffy white stuff seemed like weights on my legs. I began to feel tired and the store was […]
Suicides in National Parks Rise
by Marlene The Associated Press reported today that suicides in National Parks are on the rise. According to the article, in 2008, 33 people committed suicide in the parks, while in 2007 there were 26 suicides or probable suicides. It is speculated that these despondent individuals may have wanted to return to a place of […]
Hoar, Ghosts, and Pits Video
Hoar, Ghosts, and Pits! – Avalanche Workshop
Avalanche Workshop Begins After much anticipation, we arrived at Whitefish Mountain Resort’s base lodge. We were early for our avalanche safety workshop, and explored the brand new lodge. When we went outside again, we saw a ranger standing around a bin of snowshoes. This must be our guide we thought. The K. family was there […]
Black-Eyed Peas and Cabbage. Good Luck Foods for the New Year!
Living in northwestern Montana doesn’t keep us from our deep south traditions of eating cabbage and black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day. Yes, it’s superstitious. But if you think about it many traditions are. For example, the custom of setting off fireworks on New Year’s Eve is believed to go back to ancient times when […]
12 Golden Rules for Living
Will you be making any New Year’s resolutions? As we ring in the new year, I thought I’d share Golden Rules for Living by Miriam Hamilton Keare. These simple rules are useful for all, but especially easy for children to understand and practice. Print and post the rules to your fridge for daily reading and […]
Winter Sports Observation
Have you ever noticed that winter activities start with S?You: ski sled skate snowboard snowshoe and build snowmen The last three start with snow, so that’s understandable. Here I am with M and Snow Kitty. What’s your favorite winter sport?
Let it Snow!
Science experiments are fun! Here’s a great weather experiment making snow with hot water. What you’ll need: a cold, dry day near or below 0° Fahrenheit a cup, preferably with a handle boiling tap water Procedure: Heat some water to boiling. A microwave is good for this as you can heat the water in the […]
