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2 weeks ago |
kpax.com | Caroline Weiss
MISSOULA — If you are out at one of Missoula’s many trailheads this summer, keep an eye out for the trail ambassadors. They post up along popular trails with smiles, snacks and lots of information about local public lands. “The ambassadors, they set up shop to meet recreationists where they're at,” said Peter Whitney, a program specialist with City of Missoula Parks and Recreation Conservation Lands Program.
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2 weeks ago |
kpax.com | Caroline Weiss
MISSOULA — The Fort Missoula Native Plant Garden is looking for volunteers this summer from the Garden City and beyond. Sunday mornings from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., you can drop by to pull weeds, learn about plants and deepen roots in the community. “It's just relaxing to listen to the birds and spend your morning here,” said Elena Ulev, the garden’s manager. “We could use all the help we could get.”The Montana Natural History Center runs the garden, which is open to the public free of charge.
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3 weeks ago |
kpax.com | Caroline Weiss
MISSOULA — With a river running through it and many more nearby, Missoula loves its water. Love Boat Paddle Company, an iconic local shop, aims to love the community back by making water sports more accessible. “Love Boat gives people a way to access our river that runs through town in a safe and confident way,” said manager Kayl Jean.
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3 weeks ago |
kpax.com | Caroline Weiss
PLAINS — Fire crews are making progress containing the Banana Lake Fire that has burned 913 acres north of Plains since it started Saturday. The Western Montana All Hazards Incident Management Team took command of the fire Monday morning, with 194 personnel now working to control the blaze. "We have 194 personnel on the fire," said Nick Holloway, public information officer for the Western Montana All Hazards Incident Management Team.
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3 weeks ago |
kpax.com | Caroline Weiss
HAUGAN — The Savenac Historic Tree Nursery in Haugan is a great place to see the trees but, it is closed this summer to make sure people can keep enjoying its history for years to come. “It’s the first tree nursery in the Forest Service,” said Abby Lane, the Superior District ranger for the Lolo National Forest.
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Taylor Richardson
News Reporter at KWYB-TV (Butte, MT)
Taylor Richardson primarily covers news in the Flathead Valley region of Montana, United States, including areas around Kalispell and Whitefish.

Jacob Owens
Reporter at KECI-TV (Missoula, MT)
Reporter at KTVM-TV (Butte, MT)
Jacob Owens primarily covers news in the western region of Montana, United States, including areas around Missoula and Flathead Lake.

Griffen Smith
Local Government Reporter at Missoulian
Griffen Smith primarily covers news in the Flathead Valley region of Montana, United States, including areas around Kalispell and Whitefish.

David Erickson
Reporter at Missoulian
David Erickson primarily covers news in the Bitterroot Valley region of Montana, United States, including areas around Hamilton and Missoula.
Andy Mepham
Journalist at Montana Kaimin
Andy Mepham primarily covers news in the western region of Montana, United States, including areas around Missoula and surrounding counties.
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