BITTERROOT VALLEY
T U O B A L L Y T A I N U IT IS M M CO Pioneering a New Frontier
In 1880 Ryan’s great great grandfather moved to the beautiful Bitterroot Valley of Montana. Logging helped support the Conner family then and does now. At age 16 Ryan purchased his first timber sale, caught the logging bug, started a logging company and continues to be influential in Montana’s forest management to this day. In 2005, Ryan and Robin formed R&R Conner Aviation, purchased their own UH-1 Super B Helicopter, and started on a whole new adventure in the Bitterroot Valley. They say the company is only as good as the people, and are grateful for their employee’s loyalty and hard work. The Bitterroot Valley, its natural resources, and its people have always been an integral part of their lives and livelihood. Whether it is in business, the community or proper resource management in Montana, the Conners know how important it is sustain proper growth and management for success in the long run. They want their kids to have the same opportunities they have to live and prosper. Being featured on the internationally syndicated television show Ax Men, R&R Conner Aviation may be the best known heli-logging company in the world. This type of logging and the logging restraints faced by the Forest Service have led to the production of this DVD featuring today’s helicopter logging practices in Montana’s Bitterroot Valley forests. Ryan, Robin and the crew encourage you learn about the latest struggles of forest management and timber salvage, as well as their part in the solution on this Logging in the 21st Century DVD.
www.rrconner.com
Sales of merchantable timber in the national forests have declined. Beetle kill and fires have increased the dead wood. The Black Forest Division of R&R Conner Aviation is working to restore health and beauty Montana forests. You can also watch Logging in the 21st Century on the internet at www.rrconner.com to learn more about forest management and the roll R&R Conner Black Forest Division is playing in Montana and the Bitterroot Valley.
Darby Logger Days July 15 & 16, 2011 Darby, Montana Logging Sports Competion, Live Music, Great Food
From river to ridge© the beautiful Bitterroot Valley is a great place to call home. The Bitterroot is a somewhat undiscovered vacation and outdoor recreation area, full of history and adventures. While you are in Hamilton, stop by for coffee and a chat with Gayle and Mark, owners of Bitterroot Furniture. Together they will help your dream of the perfect Bitterroot Valley home become a reality.
Open: Mon-Fri 10-6 & Sat 10-5 • 223 Pinckney St. • Hamilton, MT 59840 www.BitterrootFurniture.com • 406.363.1943
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The Bitterroot Scottish Irish Festival is a community based event with the primary mission to promote education, awareness, and pride in our local heritage and history. Nationally sanctioned competitions for Highland games, Highland dancing, and Pipe & Drum bands draw world-class competitors from far and wide. Approximately 3000 festival attendees and over 500 participants from outside the Bitterroot Valley attended the 2010 festival for these judged competitions. Representatives from Scottish and Irish clans, as well as vendors specializing in hand-crafted wares, regional music and foods offer many opportunities to share stories and find out more about the rich history we all share. The festival is held on the Daly Mansion Grounds, which serves as an ideal outdoor venue. There is something for everyone at this fun, lively family event, as it presents a unique reflection of all who call the Bitterroot Valley “home’. We invite you to participate in this year’s festival -- bring the entire family for a fun day of warm camaraderie and a shared sense of kinship!
Traditional Scottish and Celtic Music Modern Bag Piping Highland Dancing Irish Dancing Highland Games Children’s Events Scottish and Irish Foods Historic and Cultural Demonstrations Clan information.
August 26-28, 2011 at the Marcus Daly Mansion in Hamilton, MT
www.bitterrootscottishirishfestival.org
406.375.9957 114 N 1st Street Hamilton, MT
WINERY www.hiddenlegendwinery.com 406.363.6323 • 1345 Hwy 93N • Victor
SCOTTISH-IRISH FESTIVAL
Bitterroot Scottish-Irish Festival
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Bitterroot Valley Events 2010-2011 Recurring Events
First Friday in Downtown Stevensville & Hamilton (first Friday of every month) Darby Farmers Market, 101 E. Tanner Avenue, Darby (every Tues. May 1 through Oct 30) Hamilton Farmers Market, Bedford Street in front of the Museum, Hamilton (Every Sat. early May through mid-Oct) Harvest Valley Farmers Market, 3rd & Main St W, Stevensville (Every Sat. May 5 through mid-Oct)
November 2010 20 21-21 26-27 27
Photo by Patrick Chaplin
Bitterroot Art Guild Christmas Show, Fairgrounds, Hamilton You Can’t Take It With You, Hamilton Playhouse, Hamilton A Christmas in Hamilton Celebration & Parade of Lights, Hamilton Full Moon, Full Belly Concert, Performing Arts Center, Hamilton
December 2010
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is published by Tour Montana©/Gift Montana© and is copyrighted by SP2M Marketing© all rights reserved. Publisher/Editor Eric Elander Graphic Design/Writer Terry Long Advertising Katy Majors The winner of the First Fridays Photo Contest at Picturesque, taken by Derek Poff, was chosen for the winter issue cover of From River to Ridge. To have your community or business included in one the Tour Montana Publications, contact Eric Elander 406.360.3321 For a free copy mailed to your home:
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3-4 A Montana Country Christmas, Downtown Stevensville 4, 11, 18 Daly Mansion Holiday Tours, Hamilton 6 Chocolate Tasting Party and Silent Auction, Heritage Museum, Victor 10 & 11 A Christmas Carol, Hamilton Playhouse, Hamilton 18 Community Christmas Party, Daly Mansion, Hamilton
January2011 11 15-16 16 26-27 29
Literature Seminar: The Jokers, Bitterroot Public Library, Hamilton Darby Dog Derby Sled Dog Race, Darby Ailey II, Hamilton Performing Arts Center, Hamilton Special Winter Olympics, Lost Trail Powder Mountain Ski Resort, Sula Winter Fest in Darby
February 2011 8 12 19
Literature Seminar: The Cave,Bitterroot Public Library, Hamilton Bitterroot Therapeutic Riding Winter Picnic, Fairgrounds, Hamilton Ravalli County Museum Mardi Gras Ball, Hamilton
March 2011 5 12-13
Spring Fair, Fairgrounds, Hamilton Rocky Mountain Snowmobile Hill-climb Race, Lost Trail Powder Mountain Ski Resort, Sula
Sleeping Child Farms and The Farm Table Cafe Sleeping Child Farms is an 8.9 acre sustainable farm growing organic vegetables and berries for use in the Farm Table Cafe - a one of a kind Montana dining experience. Come experience peace and tranquility while you dine on the deck or in the cozy dining room. We strive to follow the seasonality of local foods and use them in providing sumptuous comfort food in a beautiful environment. Chef James Wiberg and Farmer Paul Madeen work together growing and cooking some of the freshest food you will ever experience in a restaurant. Take a walk through the farm to see where your food is being grown and learn about sustainable farming practices. Pick a pea or a bean and taste a piece of paradise and experience the direct connection between earth and heaven.
406.375.8765 www.sleepingchildfarms.com sleepingchildfarms@gmail.com 1639 Sleeping Child Road Hamilton, MT 59840
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Save the Date! April 2011 1
The Teller Wildlife Refuge’s 2011 Earth Day Celebration,
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Oldtime Bluegrass Festival Annual Fundraiser, Lone Rock School, Stevensville 4H Carnival & Dance, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, Hamilton Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Ravalli County Fairgrounds,
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Hamilton
June 2011 3-5 10-12 13 TBA 17-18 TBA 18 30
Artists Along the Bitterroot Artists Studio Tour, Bitterroot Valley Montana Mule Days, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, Hamilton National Get Outdoors Day Family Activities, Florence Park, Florence Darby Pioneers Annual Meeting, Darby Western Heritage Days, Downtown, Stevensville TNT Dinner & Auction, The Teller's Slack Barn, Corvallis Bitter Root Day, Ravalli County Museum, Hamilton Rodeo Hall of Fame Street Dance and BBQ, Hamilton
Photo by William Muñoz
July 2011 1-2 2-4 4 9 8-9 11 15-16 16-24 22-23 TBA 22-23 22-24 30-31
Senior Pro Rodeo, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, Hamilton Bitterroot Glory Days, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, Hamilton Glory Days Parade, Downtown Hamilton Fireworks, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, Hamilton Elite Bull Connection, Darby Century Bicycle Ride from Darby to Stevensville and back, Darby Summer Fest – Bands, Balloons & BBQ, St. Mary’s Mission, Stevensville BSFTA Memorial Trail Ride, Lost Horse Trail, Darby Darby Logger Days, Darby Strawberry Festival, Darby Daly Days, Downtown Hamilton Art in the Park, American Legion Park, Hamilton Lake Como Triathlon, South of Hamilton Bitterroot Microbrew Fest, Downtown Hamilton Art in the Park, Downtown Hamilton Hardtimes Bluegrass Festival, South of Darby Renaissance Faire, Claudia Driscoll Park, Hamilton
Photo by Patrick Chaplin
August 2011
5-6 99th Creamery Picnic & Parade, Downtown Stevensville 17 Darby Fun Day, Darby 19-20 Bitterroot Builders Association Tour of Homes, Bitterroot Valley TBA Teller/Bitterroot Valley Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Event, Corvallis 26-28 Bitterroot Scottish Irish Festival, Daly Mansion, Hamilton 31-Sept 3Ravalli County Fair, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, Hamilton
September 2011 1-3 10
Ravalli County Fair, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, Hamilton Northwest Honeyfest, Stevensville
October 2011 1 7-15 31
Apple Day Demolition Derby, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, Hamilton Scarecrow Festival, Stevensville Community Harvest Party, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, Hamilton
Photo by From River to Ridge
Comedies, dramas, musicals, Shakespeare in the Park, and many more performances are just a sampling of the year-round schedule put on by the Hamilton Players at the Hamilton Playhouse. Keep an eye on their schedule of events because you will not want to miss any of these wonderful productions. The Players has provided live, quality theatre for over thirty years,building a large supportive audience. This relationship has inspired many more community members to take the stage and join the Hamilton Players family. The new vision of the theater has extended to the creation of a Theater School for children ages K-12, with fall, spring, and summer programs. This has been a successful endeavor reaching a new generation of performers. www.hamiltonplayers.com
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The Ravalli County Fair! From cowboys to carnival, the Ravalli County Fair has it all. Voted ‘best event of the year’ in the Bitterroot Valley, we feature an array of crowd pleasing activities at fair time including entertainment for all ages and tastes, NRA Rodeo, livestock shows, 4-H activities, exciting local and regional exhibitors & great local food. Thanks to all who enjoyed this years fair festivities and to those who make it possible! 2010 Major sponsors: Quality Supply, First Interstate Bank, The Ravalli Republic, Mildenberger Motors, Lakeland Feed, Western Colloid & Burr Creek Estates. Hats off also to our dedicated staff, our 4-H and community partners and our loyal volunteers—the show would not go on with out you! Photos courtesy of: Hunter D’Antuono Zachary Rogala www.Picturesquemt.com
100 Old Corvallis Road in Hamilton, MT www. ravallicountyfair.org 406.363.3411
November 2010
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December 2010 3-5
Sports Connection Inc. Gun Show
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Bitterroot Building Association Trade Show 12 Bitterroot Therapeutic Riding Winter Picnic 25-27 Sports Connection Gun Show 5 12 19
Spring Fair Spring Thaw Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Banquet
April 2011 2-3 16 24 30
My Kid’s Closet 4H Carnival & Dance Annual Easter Egg Hunt Family Safety Fair
May 2011
6 Farm Fair 13-15 BGMS Gem & Mineral Show Varies Fight Force & Boxing Matches
10-12 10-12 25-26 TBA 1-2 2-4
Montana Mule Days Biennial Fiber Festival Bitterroot Biennial Quilt Show Miss Ravalli County Rodeo Pageant Senior Pro Rodeo Bitterroot Glory Days
August 2011 6 31-3
Big Sky Saturday Night Ravalli County Fair
September 2011 1-3 2-3
Ravalli County Fair NRA Rodeo
October 2011 1 1-2 TBA 31
Apple Day Demolition Derby My Kid’s Closet Fall Festival & Marketplace Community Harvest Party
In addition, we host High School Rodeo and Extreme Cowboy Challenge Events. Scheduling varies throughout the riding season. Open riding is available from April through October. Facilities are available for weddings, banquets and private parties. Inquire at the fairgrounds office, call, or visit our website.
Home of the Ravalli County Fair … and so much more. Check us out while exploring the Beautiful Bitterroot Valley.
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2010 - 2011 Events
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Hamilton Events 2010-2011 Recurring Events First Friday Downtown (first Friday of every month) Hamilton Farmers Market, Bedford St., Ravalli County Museum, (Every Sat. early May – mid-Oct)
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Bitterroot Art Guild Christmas Show, Fairgrounds You Can’t Take It With You, Hamilton Playhouse A Christmas in Hamilton Celebration & Parade of Lights Full Moon, Full Belly Concert, Performing Arts Center
December 2010
4, 11, 18 Daly Mansion Holiday Tours 10 & 11 A Christmas Carol, Hamilton Playhouse 18 Community Christmas Party, Daly Mansion
January2011 11
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Literature Seminar: The Jokers, Bitterroot Public Library Ailey II, Performing Arts Center
February 2011 8
12 19
Literature Seminar: The Cave, Bitterroot Public Library Bitterroot Therapeutic Riding Winter Picnic, Fairgrounds Mardi Gras Ball, Ravalli County Museum
March 2011 5
Spring Fair, Fairgrounds
April 2011 16
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4H Carnival & Dance, Ravalli County Fairgrounds Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Ravalli County Fairgrounds
June 2011 10-12 TBA
Montana Mule Days, Ravalli County Fairgrounds Bitter Root Day, Ravalli County Museum
During Daly Days July 22, 2011 S a v i n g i s E a s y!
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22-23 TBA
Senior Pro Rodeo, Ravalli County Fairgrounds Bitterroot Glory Days, Ravalli County Fairgrounds Glory Days Parade Fireworks, Ravalli County Fairgrounds Daly Days, Downtown Art in the Park, American Legion Park Bitterroot Microbrew Fest, Downtown Art in the Park, Downtown Renaissance Faire, Claudia Driscoll Park
at more than 50 participating Hamilton 1. Shop businesses from now through July 22. Save all of your receipts in the Buy Local envelope 2. available at participating local businesses. The total of your receipts is “as good as cash” to 3. bid at the Daly Days Buy Local Live Auction.
September 2011 1-3
Ravalli County Fair, Ravalli County Fairgrounds
August 2011
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Bitterroot Scottish Irish Festival, Daly Mansion Ravalli County Fair, Ravalli County Fairgrounds
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Apple Day Demolition Derby, Ravalli County Fairgrounds Community Harvest Party, Ravalli County Fairgrounds
Get Stuffed at Kodiak Jax! Pizza • Pasta • Sandwiches • Salads
Kodiak Jax in Stevensville 514 Main St.• 406-777-0910
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Kodiak Jax in Hamilton 109 S. 1st St. • 406-363-5695
2 nd Street Market 175 S 2nd St • Hamilton, Montana
2nd Street Market is a great place to shop when you are downtown in
Hamilton, Montana. More than 20 local artists and collectors have joined forces to make your holiday shopping easy. Just a block off of main on, you guessed it, South 2nd St., you will find some of the best Montana-made, made-in-the-Root by Bitterrooters, art, gifts, one of a kind items and collectibles. The talent, creativity, and imagination is obvious as you search for the best of Montana originality.
Your discoveries will include jewelry by several Montana jewelers, candles, unique refurbished furniture, antiques and collectibles, home-made soaps and body lotions, air purifying salt lamps, original art and photography, home and cabin decor, Griz wear, Montana Batik T-shirts, kids clothing, and much more. The 2nd Street Vendors are adding new items almost daily. Everytime you stop in you will find something new. The South 2nd Street Market is proud to be in Downtown Hamilton.
Call 406-363-9708 with questions. Monday -Friday: 10 - 5:30 Saturday: 10-4 SundayS in December 12-4
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There is something for you at
2 nd Street Market 175 South 2nd B • Hamilton, Montana
Jewelry by Jessica Jessica Fitzpatrick’s artist jewelry has already made history. Ammonites went extinct roughly 65 million years ago, but with Jessica’s help, are making a beautiful come back in her hand made, one of a kind, jewelry. For ten years Jessica has hand crafted jewelry from gems and fossils. Ammonite fossils, cut and polished have become her favorite and signature piece with their colorful spiral patterns. Jessica now searches the country for fossils and gems from which to make high quality jewelry in an evolutionary design. Stop by 2nd Street Market, the Hamilton Farmers Market, or see more of Jessica’s work on line.
jewelrybyjess.com • 1-801-654-0234
Blessings and Bliss From Carol Carol Sanders is a massage therapist in Hamilton Montana. One day a couple of years ago when she discovered Himalayan Salt Lamps, she purchased several for her massage studio. Her clients were instantly attracted to these beautiful lamps. It was the beginning of a wonderful relationship. The Himalayan Salt Lamps go perfectly with massage therapy and as a healthy addition to any room! They are Natural Air Purifiers, emitting negative ions and creating a serene, peaceful healing atmosphere. These amazing lamps make unique gifts that are not only attractive but healthful too! Come and see the different shapes and sizes at the 2nd Street Market. Hearts – $5-$7; Candle Holders – $12; Salt Lamps – $20-$100; Table Salt – $2-$18.
406-369-0282
The Muddy Moose Bath Boutique Loving, painstaking care defines everything they do at The Muddy Moose Bath Boutique, because they do it all by hand. From start to finish; from mixing and blending oils, butters and other ingredients, to curing, packaging, labeling and shipping, they do it all … by hand. Their goal is to make the best soaps, lotions, and other products available — ANYWHERE, AT ANY PRICE. You will feel pampered while using anything made by The Muddy Moose Bath Boutique and love the way your skin feels AFTERWARDS. They specialize in Goat’s Milk soaps and skin creams as well as beeswax based products such as Solid Lotion Bars and Lip Butters. They also strive to use as many local ingredients as possible; The Goat’s Milk is produced in Victor at the Pistol Creek Ranch and the beeswax comes from producers found throughout the Bitterroot Valley. They also carry a variety of bath and body products such as all natural deodorant, liquid soaps and bath bombs. All their products are their OWN UNIQUE formulations, made from scratch.
www.themuddymoosebath.com • 406-777-9872 Monday -Friday: 10 - 5:30 • Saturday: 10-4 • Sundays in December 12-4 10
His parents gave him a camera for graduation from high school. Fourteen years later he became a full-time photographer. William (Bill) Muñoz graduated from the University of Montana with a degree in history and now resides in Montana’s beautiful Bitterroot Valley. He has provided photographs for more than 100 books, including the works of Dorothy Patent Hinshaw. Bill appreciates the need for his photography to spark a child’s imagination. It is the ‘wonder’ of the world of nature that he feels and attempts to capture in his images. The Bitterroot is proud to have William Munoz living here, capturing the beautiful Bitterroot Valley in his photography.
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William Muñoz: Capturing Light
www.agpix.com/wmunoz • 406-381-0691
Jewelry by Jan Born and raised in Darby Montana, designing and making jewelry is more than a hobby, and more than a job for this artist. Jan Spannuth finds it relaxing and fun, to create a beautiful wearable piece of art for you to enjoy. Every piece is unique. You will find Jan’s original work at the 2nd Street Market in Hamilton.
Try It To Believe It!
Mojo Bracelets are said to be like a human body tune up. Almost everyone will benefit from an increase in balance, energy, strength and flexibilty. Jan’s family has experienced the benefits and you can try one at the 2nd Street Market.
406-250-4062
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Mike’s Griz Wear, announces a new fall line of Griz stadium jackets, tees and tanks, scarves, gloves, sweats, hoodies, crews and stadium blankets. sold only at 2nd Street Marketin Hamilton … except on game day. Then you will find Mike and his Griz Wear on the north end of Foot Bridge north of the Stadium.
Thursdays The Naughty Moose 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m., Robert Johnson, South of Darby Bitterroot Brewery, Evenings, Variuos Artists, Hamilton
Fridays Eagles Lodge Hamilton, 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., DJ’s Linda and Russell Bye Hamilton House Pub,6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m, Bitter Sweet Band Victor
Saturdays Bitter Root Brewery, 101 Marcus Street, Hamilton
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The Northern Lights 8:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m, Eagles Lodge, Hamilton The Northern Lights, 8:45 p.m. - 1:30 a.m., The Lumber Jack Saloon, West of Lolo Robert Johnson, 8:00 p.m. - 12 p.m., The Naughty Moose, South of Darby The Northern Lights, 9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m., The High Sprits Club, Florence
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Tom Catmull & Johnny Twobones, 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Blacksmith Brewing Co., Stevensville The Northern Lights, 8:45 p.m. - 1:30 a.m., The Lumber Jack Saloon, West of Lolo
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Tom Catmull & Gibson Hartwell, 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Blacksmith Brewing Co., Stevensville 11 The Northern Lights, 9:00 p.m. - 1:45 a.m., The High Sprits Club, Florence 26 The Northern Lights, 8:45 p.m. - 1:30 a.m., The Lumber Jack Saloon, West of Lolo 12
Tom Catmull & the Clerics, 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Blacksmith Brewing Co., Stevensville
March
Mike’s Griz Wear Available at
2 ndStreet Market
Hamitlon, MT
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The Northern Lights. 9:00 p.m. - 1:45 a.m., The High Sprits Club, Florence
April 16
Montana Rockies Bluegrass Asso., 12 p.m. 10:30 p.m., Lone Rock School, Stevensville
CUPOL A C AMPAIGN
The Restoration Begins with the Cupola Campaign at the Ravalli County Museum in Hamilton. The project is in full swing and we are proud of the
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historic restoration taking place outside as well as the soon to begin interior renovations. The Old County Courthouse designed by A. J. Gibson has been close to the heart of the downtown for over 100 years. The events that have taken place inside its hallowed halls and ante chambers have had the power to change people’s lives and make stories worth retelling. The Old Court House has been the site of countless historic events, trials, day to day activities and more recently many cultural explorations as well. The Mission of the Museum is to preserve the cultural heritage of the Bitter Root Valley for you and future generations. As the home of the Ravalli County Museum it now has a fresh vision to present to the public. This Spring, as part of the ongoing evolution of this magnificent old building, you will experience the grand opening of several new exhibits, enhanced educational programming and a refurbished space that will draw you in … to history. Keep up with the progress on the museum’s website,
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RESTORATION BEGINS with the
205 Bedford St. Hamilton, MT 59840 406-363-3338 • www.brvhsmuseum.org
I t’s a great place to make your home, the Bitterroot Valley. Montana is about truly living with fishing, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, boating and camping all just outside your front door. Rafting the Bitterroot River, hunting and camping are just a few of Bob Pauley’s favorite activities – along with finding a great home for great folks that desire to share Bob’s home land. Finding the perfect spot for your lifestyle is important to Bob.
When you are happy with your home, you will be a good neighbor and friend. Bob’s love of the valley and the simplicity of the Montana lifestyle make it easy to introduce you to the friendly community of the Bitterroot valley. Buyers, sellers, bankers, realtors and neighbors all know and trust Bob to put the cares and concerns of his clients first. Just the way you’d help your friend, that’s how Bob will treat you. After 17 years in real estate you can trust Bob Pauley. Your choice of properties is currently excellent and with interest rates at low levels, this might be the perfect time for you to consider investing in the Montana Real Estate market.
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Downtown Hamilton Explore Between the Worlds
Between the Worlds is a beautiful store full of intriguing possibilities, with a peaceful, positive energy where any seeker is welcome. This is the Bitterroot Valley and Missoula area’s metaphysical and spiritual resource. Their goal is to serve as a gateway for many spiritual paths and provide a wide range of tools for conscious living. Between the Worlds has books, crystals, jewelry, divination tools, tarot, gemstone pendulums, prayer flags, incense, candles and oils of intention, and magical skin care products. They offer healing energy work including, reiki, shamanic journeying, psychic readings, tarot readings and henna body art and will soon also hold classes and lectures.
(406) 363-2969 • 205 West Main Street • Hamilton, MT
The Spice of Hamilton
“Variety is the spice of life” and Karen Suennen, chef and owner of The Spice of Life Cafe & Catering, likes it that way. She wants to create a dining experience that is welcoming to everyone. The menu is diverse and uses spicy ingredients such as wasabi or chili peppers, but, Suennen states, “everything on the menu is not hot” she tries to include something for everybody. You will find a delectable variety including a bit of Caribbean, Thai, Japanese, and Italian cuisine. There is also a children’s menu, and beer and wine are available. “We use local ingredients whenever we can,” says Suennen, who’s half acre home garden provides some of the restaurant’s herbs, vegetables and flowers. Wild salmon, naturally raised beef, and vegetarian options are included. The decor is fun and funky with art from local artists on display. Folks are encouraged to come as they are, so if you are just off the river or ski hill, please stop in. The restaurant does not take reservations so no need to worry about that either.
www.thespiceinhamilton.com 406.363.4433 • 163 South 2nd Street • Hamilton, MT
Fine Provisions On a journey to uncharted territory, San Franciscan, Gena Eales, planted her roots in the beautiful Bitter Root Valley and found herself longing for the great cheeses, wines, and gourmet foods to which she had become accustomed. Lo and behold, she found many others with the desire to feast upon these great foods and wines of the world, while still being lucky enough to live in this wonderful, scenic valley. The moral of this story is you can have it all!
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Provisions Fine Foods & Wines is the it place for lovers
of fine foods and wines. We have weekly shipments of cheeses, fine foods, wines, oils, and pastas from around the world, and specialize in high-end, boutique, and hard-to-find wines. So stand up, find your car keys, and come feast your eyes on this old-world style boutique grocery. Bon Appetit!
Provisionsfinefoods@gmail.com 107 South 2nd Street in Hamilton, MT
River Rising Bakery Bakery, Deli Espresso
Popular local deli, River Rising offers
gourmet sandwiches, fresh baked goods and tasty espresso. Gourmet grilled and cold deli sandwiches, soups & salads, even wireless internet. The art of Portrait and Landscape artist: Leslie Drake-Robinson, of Hamilton, is currently featured at the River Rising as part of the Artists Along the Bitterroot Tour.
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Make your First Stop the Third Block of Main
M-F 6:30 am - 5:30 pm, Sat 8 am - 4 pm, Sun 8 am - 2 pm 337 W. Main St. • Hamilton, • 406.363.4552
Big Sky Candy Handmade Chocolates and Gourmet Goodies, made right here in Hamilton, Montana. The aroma of melting
chocolate, bubbling caramel and cinnamon glazed almonds awaits you. Come visit Big Sky Candy in the heart of the Bitterroot Valley, in Hamilton. They take great pride in offering the very finest hand-made candies, each one made from the center out, including their own creamy caramels and toffee.
Try the decadent handmade chocolates, toffees, fudges, brittles, bear claws, turtles, truffles, cinnamon glazed almonds and much more. They even have a large selection of sugar free candies. See you at Big Sky Candy, the sweetest spot in Hamilton.
Me & Mom
M-F 9-5, Sat 9-4 319 W. Main Hamilton • 406.363.0580 www.bigskycandy.com
Me and Mom is a very special children’s store. You and the kids will find fun things for every age. Kid’s clothing in sizes from newborns to 4, hats, even original Montana grand kid tee shirts are just a start. Toys abound, from rattles to classic wooden ones. Raise their IQ with one of the many games and science kits for kids up to age 12. Me & Mom has something for your kid, grand kid, or the kid in you. The shopping really does start here, on the third block of main. 305 Main St., Hamilton, MT • 406-363-3605
The Red Door &
Hamilton Party Rentals Voted “BEST UNIQUE GIFTS” The Red Door offers something for everyone from home decor to
women’s accessories to custom silk floral arranging and more. A new addition to The Red Door is HAMILTON PARTY RENTALS, ready to assist you with all of your party needs. Come in to The Red Door, the friendly staff takes pleasure in helping you with your home decor needs and more. On the corner of Third and Main, downtown Hamilton.
M-F 10:00 am - 5:30 pm, Sat 10 am - 4 pm, 301 W. Main St. • Hamilton, MT • 406.363.4482 www.reddoormt.com • www.hamiltonpartyrentals.net 15
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Welcome to Hamilton, Montana REMLC’s Sportsman’s Lodging, LLC REMLC’s
has accommodations and affiliates to make planning your vacation simple. If you are here for one on the Bitterroot Valleys events, you can stay in town at the REMLC’s City Center Motel, and be just a few blocks from the action but still have a quiet evening and good nights sleep. The Bitterroot Valley is noted for sporting activities and history. You will enjoy fantastic community events like the Brewfest and Daly days, you are just minutes from the Daly Mansion home of the Copper King Marcus Daly. You can even walk to the river for some quick fishing. Hamilton's history includes the 1804 and 1805 Lewis and Clark exploration, as well as, the Nez Perce Medicine Tree Site. The Ravalli County Museum, the Hamilton Golf Course, Painted Rocks Lake and Como Lake are within 30 minutes and if you want a real adventurer make sure to hike into the third largest wilderness in the U.S. The Selway Bitterroot Wilderness. If your adventure extends beyond the Bitterroot Valley, you should consider a stay at our Sportsman's Lodge in Shoup Idaho's prime hunting, fishing and vacationing country. The Lodge overlooks Idaho's Salmon River, more commonly called the "River of No Return.” The quiet setting of the Lodge, perched on a mountain, is the perfect place to get away from it all.
Consider this your official invitation to Montana' Bitterroot Valley. REMLC’s City Center Motel & Annex is a Member of Sportsman’s Lodging, LLC.
Book Your Adventure At
Affiliates Fur Fish & Feathers Taxidermy PO Box 426 Darby, MT89529 (406) 821-0188 WW OUTFITTERS PO Box 249 Darby, MT 59829 (406) 821-3622
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U-Haul (406) 363-2205
Dollar Rent A Car (406) 375-9160
Geertson Creek Trail Rides 151 Geertson Cr Rd Salmon, Idaho 83467 (208) 756-2463
Rawhide Outfitters 204 Larson Street Salmon, ID 83467 (208)756-4276
Daly Mansion (406) 363-6004
Osprey Outfitters 1963 North 1st Hamilton, MT 406 363-1000
REMLC’s Sportsman’s Roost Lodge “Member Sportsman’s Lodging, LLC”
The lodge overlooks Idaho’s Salmon River. From the Lodge Observe the fly by of the “River of No Return’s” Resident Bald Eagles. Enjoy the Scenery while Rock Climbing, Hiking, and Rafting, Capture Elk, Bear, Big Horn Sheep and Mountain Goats with Your Camera. Visit the Gold Hill Mine and Sheep Eater Archeology Site.
In Montana 406.363.1651 or 208.394.2150 in Idaho Make Your Reservation Through REMLC Sportsman’s Lodging www.remlcsportsmanslodging.com
“An affair of the heART” Quilt Show and Sale February 11, 12, 13 Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Featuring Art Quilts from past and present TART Students
In Good Company features the work and art of these four women: Jamie Grant, Susan Wetzsteon, Sue Engel, and Sue Anne Iman.For 17 years this collaboration of talent and ideas, sparked by an interest in quilting and design, has provided new, unique ideas and materials for creative quilters worldwide.
In Good Company invites you to become a “TART” (Textile Artist) by joining their network of quilters who want to try new surface design techniques. The I.G.C. gallery on the web has several creative, unique and cutting edge ideas to help get you started. You can purchase our hand-dyed silk ribbon or wool and art quilt products that support and expand the Tart lessons. Textile Art Lessons: Become a “TART” (Textile Artist) and subscribe to the In Good Company Tarts Program. Each monthly kit contains the necessary materials and written instructions for a lesson in a surface design technique. The kit includes materials to experiment and practice with. Then compose your own original designed art quilts by incorporating the technique you just learned. Past kits are also available for sale. Art Quilt Products: In Good Company carries many books, notions, and hand-dyed fabrics that complement and support the Tart Lessons.
HAMILTON
4th Annual
In Good Company LLC
Open 10-4 Monday or by Appointment 115 State St. Hamilton, Montana ingoodcohanddyes.com 406-363-4064
Skalkaho Steak House
guests spend time enjoying fine dining and drinks on the outside patio while viewing Montana’s wildlife, elk, bighorn sheep, deer and even humming birds. You will be hard pressed to find a better restaurant, with a more natural entertainment or more beautiful scenery than here, just 10 miles southeast of Hamilton.
The Skalkaho Steak House is a labor of love for the Roses. Most of the crew are
family members. They have a stake in providing an enjoyable experience and an exceptionally satisfying meal. You will feel the friendly atmosphere the minute you walk in the door.
After many years in the outfitting business treating hunters to fabulous meals,
opening the Skalkaho Steak House was a natural and soon known as the best steak house in the valley. Steak is not their sole forte, however, their seafood will spark memories of fine dining at the coast. Choose steak and lobster, steak and crab, fresh prime rib, or a seafood platter for two that is unequaled, stacked with lobster, crab, deep fried shrimp, calamari, scallops and shrimp scampi.
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You may be surprised to find such delectable fare
on a little highway into the Sapphire mountains but it is the hospitality that makes a great meal superb. Sandy, John and the family invite you to enjoy dinner at their place. From River to Ridge© the Skalkaho Steak House will become one of your favorite dining spots, in the beautiful Bitterroot Valley.
10 miles SE of Hamilton East on the Skalkaho Rd. to the 7 mile marker Open Mon - Sat 4-9 Sun 2-7 406.363.3522 www.skalkahosteakhouse.com 17