Montana Gift Corral Blog

Have you ever wondered why blueberries, huckleberries, and bilberries all look suspiciously similar? Have you ever taken your friend from the East berry picking and when they saw huckleberries they naively called them blueberries? Has your British friend ever tried to offer you fresh-picked bilberries they found in Montana but they were actually huckleberries? Should we just right it off as silly out-of-staters, or is there a reason people confuse the huckleberry with the blueberry and bilberry? Are our huckleberries just blueberries? Read on to find out...

It's that time of year again!

Tour buses are streaming into town, chalk is out on the sidewalks of downtown and colorful posters are displayed on every bulletin board, shop display and telephone pole. The excitement brews in the summer air as Bozeman embarks on the 43rd annual Sweat Pea Festival this week!

It's never too early to starting making your Christmas Wishlist. In fact, with shipping delays and product shortages, it is in your best interest to start choosing your must-haves early. This being said, we would love to introduce you to our Creative Content Team and the fun products that they currently have on their personal wish lists! 

Cowboy Heaven Miniature Horse Safe Haven is a local nonprofit based in Belgrade, Montana. What once started out as a charity for neglected miniature horses, soon branched out to dogs, goats, larger horses, and even sheep! Brenda York, the president of Cowboy Heaven, is passionate about providing a safe haven for all furry friends. With qualified veterinary care, food, water, open grounds, warmth, companionship, and love, the Cowboy Heaven team is able to bring life back to each and every mistreated animal they take in!

Face it: Any place you vacation in Montana is like taking a trip to Paradise. Where the Rocky Mountains meet the plains, the Treasure State is one of the best places to enjoy the outdoors this summer. No matter where you go, you’re bound to find something new. We’ve narrowed down your choices to the best places to visit.

If you are ever in need of a fun Montana adventure, head out to Yellowstone National Park, conveniently located only about 1.5 hours from Bozeman. The worlds first national park, Yellowstone, spans throughout Montana and Wyoming. With over 2.2 million acres of beautiful canyons, rivers, forests, and thermal features, there is no way you will ever be bored within its bounds. 

There's nothing like an engrossing book for a chilly mountain day. Here's some of our favorite picks! From Montana histories to works of classic western fiction to stories to share with a little one, these books are sure to delight!

Bozeman's Cannery District is rich in history, and is wonderfully unique. Any day in this area will be well-spent, and as such, we truly believe your Bozeman adventure should start at this location! Follow along with our creative content team as they embark on a grand adventure through one of the most memorable locations in the Gallatin Valley. 

Life is too short for boring clothing. Luckily, here at Montana Gift Corral we have an array of hilarious t-shirts and sweatshirts that are sure to make anyone smile. From star wars inspired tops, to t-shirts featuring the legendary bigfoot, we just know you will fall in love with our vast selection.

Backyard BBQs are a known tradition in Montana and across the United States. Come rain or shine, Montanans are always out grilling something new on the BBQ. Here are a few recipes we deemed necessary for any Montana Backyard BBQ!