The Island Range Chapter supports Wild Montana’s mission by providing community outreach and education that inspire residents of Cascade, Teton, Chouteau, Fergus, Meagher, and adjacent counties to protect wild public lands and waters in the north-central region of the state, including the Rocky Mountain Front, Little Belts, Big Snowy Mountains, and prairie wildlands.
The Island Range Chapter meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. All are welcome! For more information, email island.range@wildmontana.org.
The Island Range Chapter provides nearly monthly programs on topics such as bear safety, wildlife of the Little Belts, history of the Sluice Boxes State Park, the Corps of Discovery, and more. We also host a number of Wilderness Walks that put people on important landscapes and help them foster a love of wild places.
The Island Range chapter makes its voice heard. We speak up for wild places in our own backyard. That includes supporting the restoration of the Middle Fork Judith River.
President: Sara Buley
Vice President: Tiffany Grundel
Secretary: Amy Pearson
Chapter Representative: Camille Consolvo
Treasurer: Dave Wilsey
Members: Dan Bennett, Mike Enk, Gerry Jennings, Peter Johnson, Ralph Knapp, Sarah Mizener, Andrew Stucker, Mike Smith, Haley Schwarz, Peggy Wilson, Audrey Kross
We will tour the Fox Farm Road state land parcel south of Grizzly Drive, which is proposed for a Public Recreation Park Easement. We’ll follow foot trails along the perimeter and crisscross the 72-acre parcel, stopping at a potential cultural site along the way and tracing the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail.
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NEAREST TOWN: AUGUSTA | DIFFICULTY: MODERATE
The Rocky Mountain Front humbles visitors with revelations of human and geologic history. Carved by the Sun River, Sun Canyon showcases the power of water and is home to many pictographs from the area's earliest inhabitants. We'll respectfully visit these pictographs as our trek progresses alongside the river's crystal clear waters. Then, we'll backtrack to Wagner Basin to see the skull tree, Castle Reef, and Sawtooth Mountain.
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NEAREST TOWN: AUGUSTA | DIFFICULTY: MODERATE
Experience spring wildflowers and towering mountain views along the Rocky Mountain Front. This mostly level, five-mile hike takes off from Dearborn Canyon and follows a trail up Falls Creek that, until 2019, was not accessible to the public. We'll visit two waterfalls and discuss how grassroots conservation groups have pulled together to ensure access to special places along the Rocky Mountain Front.
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NEAREST TOWN: GREAT FALLS| DIFFICULTY: EASY
Join Wild Montana and Upper Missouri Breaks Audubon for a birding adventure at Giant Springs State Park. While meandering the lovely park's trails, we'll keep our ears and eyes peeled for raptors, song birds, and whatever else flies our way. Beginning birders are encouraged to join. Binoculars and field guides will be available for borrowing.
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NEAREST TOWN: BELT| DIFFICULTY: STRENUOUS
The views at Sluice Boxes State Park are tough to beat. Hiking through the canyon carved by Belt Creek is an inspiring experience. Highlights include views of cave-pocketed limestone cliffs, resident bald eagles, and archaeological artifacts from past mining. Our hike will follow the upper trail, which means wonderful views into the canyon and none of the creek crossings found on lower routes. This out-and-back hike includes some steep pitches and dramatic exposure at the start (and end) before leveling off to a more relaxed stroll.
We’re hosting our second annual Wild Montana Dinner & Jamboree, and we want you to join us for a hootin' and hollerin' good time! Guests will enjoy a welcome reception with beer, wine, and games, followed by trivia, storytelling, and a live auction of rewarding experiences. Missoula's Bravo Catering will provide appetizers, dinner and dessert. Seating is limited and tickets are sure to go fast. Get yours today!
The Island Range Chapter meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. All are welcome! For more information, email island.range@wildmontana.org.
The Island Range Chapter meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. All are welcome! For more information, email island.range@wildmontana.org.
The Island Range Chapter meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. All are welcome! For more information, email island.range@wildmontana.org.
The Island Range Chapter meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. All are welcome! For more information, email island.range@wildmontana.org.
The Island Range Chapter meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. All are welcome! For more information, email island.range@wildmontana.org.
The Island Range Chapter meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. All are welcome! For more information, email island.range@wildmontana.org.
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