Montana Gift Corral Blog

There is nothing more brutal than the cold Montana winter. But Montanans aren’t worried. There have been worse winters. In fact, Montana’s winters have been getting less and less extreme, but that doesn’t mean it’s not cold to our beloved out-of-staters! So when visiting Montana this winter, to help stay warm why not check out one of the sixty hot springs you can find in the Big Sky Country?

Montana is known for its vast mountain ranges and big open sky. Regionally, Southwest Montana is full of deep valleys, raging rivers, and six mighty mountain ranges. The breathtaking scenery is home to rich wildlife, passionate communities, and endless adventures. When you are brainstorming the things you want to do in Montana for your Montana vacation, don’t forget to include Southwest Montana on that list. Especially if you are looking for a place to have your ski vacation! The snow in this area if always deep and pure, which makes it the hot destination  for winter recreation. From ski trails to ski lodges, check out these Southwest Montana ski destinations!  

Whether your day dawns with a bright azure sky after an early autumn snowstorm (known as a “bluebird day” in these parts) or if the heavens feature dramatic clouds bursting with rain, you simply can’t take a bad photo anywhere in Big Sky Country. Montana’s vast outdoor spaces provide supremely Instagrammable moments... if you know where to look.

Yellowstone changes dramatically during the transition into winter. Fall in Yellowstone feels different than any other season--the swelling crowds of the summer have dwindled and the feet of snow and bitter beauty of winter seem distant.

If there is one thing we know for certain, it is that Bozeman is unarguably one of the best places to spend a long weekend! Whether you are in town to explore the outdoor playground that surrounds the city limits, or are wanting to experience its exceptional night life, Bozeman has something for anyone.

A huckleberry is a common name for small wild berries that sometimes look like blueberries. The word huckleberry appears to be an American word derived originally from “hurtle-berry,” a corruption of the Saxon heart-berg or “the hart’s berry.” 

Huckleberries range from deep red to purple in color. There’s a ton of range of taste, habitat and appearance because there are over 30 species in North America that people generally refer to as huckleberries. Out of the 7 species that occur in Montana, only two are commonly found in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem! To complicate things even further, many of these species classifications are in dispute. The Globe Huckleberry (Vaccinium globulare) and Mountain Huckleberry (Vaccinium membranaceum) are considered the same species by the USDA. 

 Growing up in Carbon County, I’m familiar with small rural towns. Although these towns may look the same from an outside perspective, each has their own quirky differences. One of the towns that my friends and I still visit often is Red Lodge, MT. There are countless things to do in Red Lodge whether you want to stay in town or head out to the mountains for an outdoor outing. Here are some great things to do in Red Lodge:

Sometimes it's challenging to make it to the places we have always wanted to go. This is why we're bringing Yellowstone National Park to your home! Sit back in comfort, and start planning. Yellowstone National Park is worth the wait, and it will always be here. While the world is on hold, the Bison will continue to roam.

Ranching flows through Montana's history as rich as the gold once flourished through the hills. In this modern age, many of these Montana ranches have transformed into wonderful getaways suitable for families, couples, or even the adventurous traveler. Get up and get out to Montana with a little help from us.

The great people and charming western towns are the real reason this is called the treasure state. Here at Montana Gift Corral, we want to share some of our favorite unique Montana attractions with you.