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W W W.S TO C K MA N BA N K .C O M

CONTENTS

FEATURES

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WELCOME TO BILLINGS

FINDING YOUR DREAM HOME

LEARNING AT ITS FINEST

PARKS, PATHS & TRAILS

Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall - Montana’s Trailhead is a home for all seasons.

Before you shop for your dream home, learn more about the Billings’ distinct communities.

From preschool to postgraduate, education is a priority in Billings.

The Billings trail system is available in all areas of the city limits and beyond. Walk, bike, skate or jog on a trail best suited to your taste.

Billings Downtown

Photo courtesy of Visit Billings

SECTIONS 7 Letter from Chamber President/CEO 10 About Billings 14 Area Economy 19 Child Care Listing 23 Employment & Economy 24 Retirement Living 26 Education 30 Billings Scenic Drive Map 34 Healthcare & Medical Services 36 Climate & Outdoor Offerings 42 Transportation

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44 Community Information & Important Numbers 45 Places of Worship 46 Celebrating Community 50 Where Ya Headin’ 52 Trailhead to History

BILLINGS IS CHANGING.

YOUR CHAMBER IS LEADING THE WAY. Billings Chamber on South 27th Photo courtesy of the Billings Gazette

WELCOME TO BILLINGS, MONTANA’S TRAILHEAD With more than 100,000 residents, Billings is Montana’s city. Shaped by the Yellowstone River and sheltered by the sandstone “Rims” millions of years in the making, Billings is the cradle of progressive regional commerce providing healthcare, transportation, exceptional shopping experiences, diverse educational opportunities, cuisine and arts & culture to over 350,000 people throughout the region.

This is a place of forever views, forever memories and the adventure of the untamed wilderness right out our front door. Explore our trails as you stroll along the Yellowstone, ride your bike along the Rimrocks or walk through one of our many parks.

Billings connects you to warm, genuine, hardworking people who possess a perspective on life that is uniquely Montanan and inherently individual people who look you in the eye and take time to welcome you home.

This is the land where General Custer fought the Sioux and Cheyenne, where Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse led their people through struggles and to victories, where William Clark left his signature as the Lewis & Clark Expedition passed through and where Calamity Jane raised a ruckus.

Billings is a special place to live, work and recreate. From here, your trail can take you back in time or to the top of the world,

anywhere or nowhere at all. So weigh the possibilities, get ready for the trek of a lifetime and then decide…

WHERE YA HEADIN’? Billings is Montana’s Trailhead.

Welcome,

John Brewer, CAE President & CEO Billings Chamber of Commerce

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A Space for Your Family’s Pace.

A ll Su it eS: • Hot Breakfast • Kitchens • Indoor Pool • Sport Court • Pet Friendly

MONTANA MOVIE MANIA

Billings and the surrounding area served as locations for a wide variety of movies.

Check the list below for your favorite and make it a made in Montana movie night!

 Devil's Horse, 1920. and  Warpath

Timberjack, 1951.  Powder River, 1953.  Cattle Queen of Montana, 1954.

 Bus Stop, 1956.  Yellowstone Kelly, 1959.  Mail Order Bride, 1964.  Little Big Man, 1970.  Badlands, 1973.

Rancho Deluxe,  Winterhawk,

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Potato Fritz, Thunderbolt and Lightfoot, 1974. of Autumn and  Winds

The Missouri Breaks, 1975.  Grey Eagle, Twilights Last Gleaming, 1977.

Red and the Run-away,  Rodeo

Comes a Horseman, 1978. of Walks Far Woman,  Legend

Heaven's Gate and Heartland, 1979.  Triumphs of a Man Called Horse, 1983.  Stacking, 1986.  War Party and Pow Wow Highway, 1987.  Cold Feet, 1988.  A Thousand Pieces of Gold and Montana, 1989.

 Son of the Morning Star, 1990.  S on of Morning Star, Keep the Change and Far and Away, 1991.  The Ballad of Little Jo, 1992. to Lonesome Dove and  Return

The Last Ride, 1993.

 F.T.W, 1994.  Amanda, 1995.  The Horse Whisperer and

Everything That Rises, 1997.

 The Patriot, 2000.  Hidalgo, 2002.  Sweetgrass, Wolf Summer, 2003.  Steal Me, Narnia, 2005.  Pretty Ugley People, 2006.  Taking Chance, 2007.  M y Sister’s Keeper, 2008.  N ebraska, Cowboys & Dinosaurs, 2013.  L ove Like Gold, Forlorned, Being Evel, 2014.  T he Revenant, The Tinderbox, 2015.

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ABOUT BILLINGS, MONTANA’S TRAILHEAD

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QUICK INSIGHT Elevation:

3567’ above sea level

Population:

Billings City Limits: 104,170

Yellowstone County: 154,200 (Census Bureau)

Area Code: (406) Postal Abbreviation: MT Latitude:

45’East 48’North

Longitude:

108’East 33’West

Time Zone: Mountain January Average Temperature: 33 degrees F July Average Temperature: 86 degrees F Average Annual Snowfall: 56 inches Gathering under Skypoint before the road trip.

Photo courtesy of The Billings Gazette

Billings Chamber: www.billingschamber.com Visit Billings: www.visitbillings.com City of Billings: www.ci.billings.mt.us Yellowstone County: www.co.yellowstone.mt.us Big Sky Economic Development: www.bigskyeda-edc.org

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e welcome you to become a part of the Billings community.

We know you will enjoy the business focused, family-friendly quality of life with access to some of the most beautiful backcountry in the nation. Billings is a growing community and plays a positive, vital role as a leader in the region in many industries including energy, agriculture, healthcare, and education.

Billings is the largest city in Montana. It is within the county of Yellowstone and is the largest metropolitan and trade area in a 500 mile radius. It is the largest city between Denver, CO and Calgary, Alberta and between Sioux Falls, South Dakota and 12

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Spokane, Washington.

Billings, Montana’s Trailhead is experiencing growth with one of the largest actual population increases of any other Montana city.

More than 14,323 new residents call Billings home today compared to the year 2000.

The 2010 Census reports the population of Billings’ city limits at 104,170. The community is the 60th fastest growing out of the 275 cities in the U.S. with popula-tions higher than 100,000.

Whether relocating your business or your family, you’ll find Billings, Montana to be a thriving,

historic, forward-focused community that offers a strong economic and business base, an abundance of outdoor, historic and cultural activities, great schools and western charm.

Billings’ residents have passion, a sense of community and an ability to do business locally, regionally and internationally and still hike, bike and ski at a moment’s notice. Billings is Montana’s Trailhead because it is a beginning to any and all of the things you want to do in life: start your career, a business, a family, a vacation or your golden years. You name it, it can begin in Billings.

Ask residents what they love about Billings and you’ll receive responses that in some way relate to the goodness of the people in the community. With the area’s resilient economy, education and medical opportunities, low crime rate, solid housing market, historical roots and wonderful leisure ventures, you’ll find the people who do business here, raise their families here, retire here, and/or play here, genuinely enjoy the community in which they live.

Billings has balance. It’s large enough to experience the community at your own pace but small enough to still run into friends at the grocery store. In Billings, despite the national economic challenges, business is strong, unemployment is low, residents are enjoying life and the scenery is as wonderful as the quality of life.

Billings is energized.

It embraces and covets its history but looks forward to the future.

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ENERGY INDUSTRY BUSINESS & ECONOMY

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YELLOWSTONE COUNTY HOSTS 3 REFINERIES

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ExxonMobil

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Phillips 66 (top right)

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illings business and industry serves an area that stretches in excess of 125,000 square miles.

The city is a destination for consumers because it provides goods and services to a vast region. Billings is professional but personal. Business incentives include state grant funds, state workforce training grants, low interest – fixed rate long term capital and infrastructure loans as well as SBA 504 Program and Revolving Loan funds. Billings has a strong Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitors Bureau, Economic Development Authority and downtown revitalization organization. Together, officials with these groups work closely with City of Billings and Yellowstone County representatives to help the community grow.

Billings was named after Frederick Billings who was the president of the Northern Pacific Railroad from 1879 to 1881. More than a century later, Billings is a vibrant city with a population that nearly doubles every thirty years and with the excellent rail, road and air transportation, industry

thrives here. At Montana’s Trailhead, you will experience a community that is the center of progressive regional commerce.

Continental Oil began selling products in Billings (“Coulson” at that time) in 1876 – the same year Custer was defeated just 60 miles away along the Little Bighorn River. The first refinery in Billings opened in 1949. Today, the Billings area is home to three refineries producing about 180,000 barrels of oil a day from oil operations in Montana, Wyoming and primarily Canada.

That oil is distributed to nine western states.

A wealth of long-term energy resources yields utility rates that are among some of the lowest in the nation. Coal is a rich natural resource and water is plentiful and of excellent quality. As the drilling in the Bakken Oil Play, the Canadian Tar Sands, and other lucrative locations takes hold, Billings is perfectly positioned as the regional hub for the energy industry in the northwest United States.

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THRIVING INDUSTRY, BUSINESS & ECONOMY

Shiloh Crossing

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Billings’ three area oil refineries and the rich coal and oil deposits in our region position the community in the heart of a regional economy focused on energy development, servicing and transportation that extends the 325 miles to the heart of the Bakken Oil Play in Williston.

Agriculture also plays a crucial role in the Billings economy. The Western Sugar Cooperative Plant processes a multi-million dollar crop of sugar beets every year.

Sugar beet farmers from all across the area deliver to the WS Cooperative plant. You can always tell when it is fall because the sweet smell of sugar-making sweeps across the city with every cool breeze. Agriculture is Montana’s number one industry and Billings plays a major role in 16

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maintaining the distinction.

Livestock auctions, agriculture supply stores and well maintained roads help support farmers and ranchers in a large radius of the region.

In addition to its role as a trade, service and energy center, the educational and medical communities provide tremendous options and opportunities for residents and people in outlying communities. As far as education is concerned, quality education can be found at all levels of curriculum.

From pre-school diplomas to doctorates, Billings offers a full spectrum of quality institutions.

The Billings Public School System is the largest in the state and boasts some of the most qualified educators in the nation. Montana State University

Billings and City College are part of the Montana University System.

Rocky Mountain College, Yellowstone Christian College and Walla Walla University all offer innovative and competitive degree programs that draw students from across the region as well.

The medical corridor provides the most advanced healthcare services in a four-state area, including Wyoming and the Dakotas. Two fully equipped and modern hospitals, St. Vincent Healthcare and Billings Clinic, as well as RiverStone Health offer care from a staff of doctors and healthcare specialists who have received national attention for their medical achievement. There are also 40 medical clinics, some that focus on homeopathic care.

Healthcare in Billings is important

Billings Heights Area

Photo courtesy The Billings Gazette

MT MANUFAC TURING BUSINESSES business. Hundreds of physicians offer quality care in every major medical specialty. A complete range of medical services, surgical services and emergency care are available in the heart of the city.

Go to BillingsChamber.com for more details. There is also more information on the medical services in Billings in this guide on page 34.

Montana, meantime, is one of only a handful of states in the United States without a state sales tax. While Montana has no general sales tax, Yellowstone County and Billings School District #2 collect property taxes in the Billings area.

The State of Montana also collects a property tax which is used to fund the university system. County government and all schools are primarily funded by property taxes. All property, except

agricultural land, has an assessed value equal to its market value as determined by the Department of Revenue. Agricultural land is valued based on its productivity level.

For more information on state or local government, go to: ci.Billings. mt.usco.yellowstone.mt.gov or mt.gov In 2009, Fortune Small Business ranked Billings #1 in the nation to launch a business. The editors of Fortune Small Business magazine based their decision on statistical and qualitative research. Billings’ housing, schools, cultural and recreational attractions, quality of labor force, taxes and regulatory climate make the city competitive for businesses, big and small. The city is a successful investing ground for new and expanding businesses.

ASPEN AIR US CORPORATION

www.aspenaircorp.com

BRIDGER STEEL

www.bridgersteel.com

EXXONMOBIL REFINING & SUPPLY CO. www.exxonmobil.com

IDEAL MANUFACTURING

www.idealmanufacturing.biz

J&R ENTERPRISES, INC. www.neuro7.com

MARK RITE LINES

www.MarkRiteLines.com

PHILLIPS 66

www.phillips66.com

THE WESTERN SUGAR COOPERATIVE www.westernsugar.com

WOOD’S POWR-GRIP CO., INC. www.powrgrip.com

WYO-BEN INC.

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Harvesting Winter Wheat, Molt, MT

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illings is proud to boast several lucrative and interesting industries – industries you’ll see active portions of all over town.

We’d like to take this opportunity to share with you why we take pride in them, what they do for the regional economy, and encourage you to embrace them like we do!

AGRICULTURE IS MONTANA’S #1 INDUSTRY Playing a vital role in the Billings economy, agriculture is Montana’s number one industry. Billings helps maintain that statistic: livestock auctions, agriculture supply stores, and well maintained roads help support farmers and ranchers in a large radius of the region. A diverse climate and fertile soil help Montana farmers and ranchers produce a wide variety of high quality food products. While beef and wheat are the two largest commodities, many other products contribute to the state’s agriculture, including corn, barley, sugar beets, cattle, and much more. While you travel throughout Montana, keep your eyes open for these important crops and livestock: WHEAT – Winter wheat is planted

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July/August while spring wheat is planted in the spring and harvested in summer. Wheat is Montana’s main crop and is a leading cash crop. Wheat is mostly grown in the north-central part of Montana.

CORN – Planted in the spring and harvested in late summer or early fall, corn is an important crop mainly used in Montana as livestock feed. Nearly all of Montana’s corn is produced in the south and central parts of the state.

BARLEY – Planted in the spring and harvested in the fall, Montana barley is primarily grown for animal consumption and malting.

High quality barley is used for many products, including beer.

Anheuser-Busch uses Montana barley for their products.

CATTLE – Both beef and dairy cows are found in Montana, though beef cattle far outnumber dairy. Calving is also common, and the cute little calves are typically born January through March.

SUGAR BEETS – Sugar beets are second only to sugar cane as a

source for sugar. In the autumn, Billings often offers a unique scent widely regarded as distinctive, but to residents the smell of the sugar beet is the smell of money and success. One of Billings’ most lucrative industries, the sugar beet process thrives here. Farmers all over the region grow the crop and sell it to Western Sugar Cooperative Plant – one of the nation’s largest sugar cooperatives with a local plant processing a multi-million dollar crop of sugar beets every year. Planted in March of each year, the lumpy brown beet is later harvested, cleaned, chopped into long strings called ‘cossettes,’ and then diffused with hot water to extract the sugar. The pulp remaining is pressed and is often sold as livestock feed. The sugar water left behind is known as “raw juice” and is further processed, purified and filtered before being left to crystallize into sugar. The final product is delivered for use in kitchens everywhere.

The Montana Department of Agri-culture has more ag info at: agr.mt.gov.

DAYCARE/PRESCHOOL Billings CatholiC sChools PresChools, DaYCare, anD BeFore anD aFter Care 511 Custer Ave. Billings, MT 59101 406-252-0997 www.billingscatholicschools.org

hrDC CommunitY aCtion agenCY ChilDCare assistanCe Program 7 N. 31st Billings, MT 59101 406-247-4732 www.hrdc7.org

runamuK manor 1312 Rosebud Ln. Billings, MT 59101 406-371-3105 www.billingsparentsonthego.com Infant – After School Care

Billings FamilY YmCa 402 N. 32nd St. 406-248-1685 www.billingsymca.org

huntington learning Center 851 Shiloh Crossing Blvd 406-651-5884 billings.huntingtonhelps.com

shirleY’s PlaCe at st. vinCent healthCare 1233 N. 30th St. 406-657-7000 childcarecenter.us/provider_detail/shirleys_ place_st_vincent_healthcare_billings_mt

BoYs & girls CluB 505 Orchard Lane 406-245-2582 www.begreatyellowstone.org

KountrY Kare PresChool & DaYCare 6643 Highway 312 Billings, MT 59105 406-373-5555 kountrykarechildcare.com see us on Facebook

st. John’s lutheran ministries 3940 Rimrock Road 406-655-5600 www.sjlm.org

C.a.r.e. aCaDemY 406-252-5569 www.unitedwayyellowstone.org/care-academy FrienDshiP house oF Christian serviCe 3123 Eighth Ave. S. 406-259-5569 www.friendshipmt.org

mount olive lutheran PresChool 2336 Saint Johns Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-2635 www.mountolive.com 3 to 5 years old

gooD shePherD PresChool 1108 24th St. W. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-1080 www.lcgspreschool.com Half day classes for ages 3 to 5.

Two, three or 4 days a week.

mount olive lutheran sChool A Classical Academy 2336 Saint Johns Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-652-7431 Kindergarten thru 8th grade

the Fun Zone DroP-in ChilD Care Where the Fun never ends!

2156 Central Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-655-8144 www.TheFunZoneDropInChildCare.com We accept children of all ages.

YWCa Billings 909 Wyoming Avenue Billings, MT 59101 (406) 252-6303 www.ywcabillings.org We service children from six weeks to six years.

Billings Chamber members are highlighted.

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REAL ESTATE Josephine Crossing

Subdivision Photo courtesy The Billings Gazette

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he Billings area offers a wide variety of housing opportunities in all price ranges, locations and property types.

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Choose a view of the mountains, a relaxing deck off the golf course or a ranch in the country to compliment your Montana lifestyle. Billings offers housing opportunities that are as diverse as its scenic views. Come and enjoy your own piece of Montana in Billings.

The average sale price of homes in Billings is $231,072 (as of December 2014). The breakdown of average home prices is as follows: • 2 Bedrooms - $143,732 • 3 Bedrooms - $202,989 • 4 Bedrooms - $279,142 • Condos - $158,307

CHAMBER MEMBERS FOR APARTMENT RENTAL AGENCIES: Affinity @ Billings www.affinityatbillings.com 245-4295 55+ Active Adult Community Aspen Grove Apartments www.voanr.org 281-8330 Low Income IRET Properties www.IRETproperties.com 294-6667 Represents: Olympic Village, Castlerock Estates, Country Meadows, Rocky Meaows, Rimrock West and Pinehurst Magic City Terrace www.voanr.org 248-9117 Low Income

EXTENDED STAY HOTEL/ MOTEL PROPERTIES

To find available properties in Billings and the surrounding areas, visit the Billings Association of REALTORS ® website at Billings.org.

For additional information on real estate in Billings, contact any Billings Chamber member who specializes in real estate, building or property management. You’ll find a full index at the end of this publication, or you can visit BillingsChamber.com and click on Membership Directory to find an agent to meet your needs.

Best Western Plus Clock Tower Inn 406 259-5511 www.bwclocktowerinn.com Cherry Tree Inn 406 252-5603 www.billingscherrytreeInn.com Ledgestone Hotel 406 259-9454 www.ledgestonehotel.com My Place Hotel - Billings 406 259-9970 www.myplacehotels.com Residence Inn by Marriott 406 656-3900 www.Marriott.com/bilri

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AVERAGE 2015 SALES PRICE BY AREA OF TOWN

$350,000 $300,000

$250,000 $200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 $0

$231,421 Heights West

$218,704 Heights East

$213,285 Lockwood

$130,971 South Billings

$176,124 Downtown

$305,214 Northwest

$215,760 West Billings

2015 SOLD LISTINGS BY PRICE RANGE

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20%_________________________________________________________________________

17%____________________________________________________________________________

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SOUTH BILLINGS HEIGHTS EAST HEIGHTS WEST

MARKET SHARE BY AREA CLOSED SALES 2015

NORTHWEST

WEST BILLINGS

BLUE CREEK LOCKWOOD

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DOWNTOWN

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UNDER $100 - $150 - $200 - $250 - $300 - $350 $99,999 $149K $199K $249K $299K $349K $399K

$400 & OVER

BILLINGS AVERAGE SALES PRICE

2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008

$0

$50,000

$100,000

$238,033 $ $232,545 $ $225,966 $ $212,666 $ $194,765 $ $200,172 $ $191,687 $ $198,582 $ $150,000 $200,000

$250,000

The statistics in this section are courtesy of the Billings Association of REALTORS®

EMPLOYMENT In the work place, downtown Billings Photo courtesy of Visit Billings

The unemployment rate in Billings and Yellowstone County remains one of the lowest in the nation. In April 2016 the unemployment rate in Yellowstone County was 3.1%.

Montana’s rate was 4.2%, with the national unemployment rate sitting at 5.0%.

The Billings Chamber of Commerce is not an employment referral service, but several members are available to meet your needs as follows:

Adecco

AdeccoUSA.com (406) 652-7644

Advanced Employment Services Advanced-Employment.com (406) 652-8808

Arrow Solutions Group ArrowSolutionsGroup.com (406) 839-9000

Associated Employers of Montana (406) 248-6178 jobjupiter.com

Billings Job Service

Pr1me Staffing, LLC

Employment Source

Prioricare Staffing Solutions

Job Connection, Inc.

Spherion Staffing

Kelly Services, Inc.

Square One Solutions

EmployBillings.com (406) 652-3080

Employment-Source.biz (406) 256-3653 JobConnection.org (406) 245-6323

KellyServices.com (406) 652-2070

PrimeStaffingllc.com/montana (406) 969-4044 Prioricare.com (406) 252-8645

SpherionCareers.com (406) 655-9200 Worksq1.com (406) 655-9675

The Chamber Jobs Board offers openings with chamber member businesses and links to these services, too. Log on at BillingsChamber.com/job-board

Animal Clinic of Billings

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SENIOR LIVING

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In fact, Forbes ranked Billings as the 6th best place in America to retire. Join us to see why!

RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES/ ASSISTED LIVING Billings Health & Rehabilitation

www.billingshealth.com • (406) 656-6500

Canyon Creek - Memory Care Community www.canyoncreekmontana.com (406) 281-8455

Eagle Cliff Healthcare

www.eaglecliffmanor.com (406) 245-9330

Edgewood Vista Senior Living www.edgewoodvista.com (406) 256-5398

Highgate Senior Living

www.highgateseniorliving.com (406) 651-4833

Lasting Legacy Assisted Living www.LastingLegacy.us (406) 839-0763

Mission Ridge

www.missionridge.org (406) 655-5200

Morning Star Senior Living

www.morningstarseniorliving.com (406) 652-9303

Springs at Grand Park

www.marquiscompanies.com (406) 652-6989

St. John’s Lutheran Ministries www.sjlm.org (406) 655-5600

Valley Health Care Center www.valleyhcc.com (406) 656-5010

WestPark Village Senior Living Community www.westparksenior.com (406) 652-4886

MEMORY CARE Canyon Creek Memory Care www.canyoncreekmontana.com (406) 281-8455

Morning Star Senior Living

www.morningstarseniorliving.com (406) 652-9303

Billings Health & Rehabilitation ww.billingshealth.com w (406) 656-6500

ADDITIONAL SENIOR SERVICES Platinum Career Solutions

www.PlatinumCareerSolutions.com (406) 534-8455

Right At Home

www.BillingsHomeCare.com (406) 894-2400

Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org/montana (406) 252-3053

Sweetwater Retirement Community

Adult Resource Alliance of Yellowstone County

TenderNest, LLC

Home Instead Senior Care

www.sweetwaterretirement.com (406) 651-8111 www.tendernest.com (406) 655-9100

www.AllianceYC.org (406) 259-9666

www.homeinstead.com/760 (406) 534-6609

The Goodman Group

www.TheGoodmanGroup.com (406) 696-3457

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EDUCATION Rocky Mountain College

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illings offers a full spectrum of educational options for children and adults. Quality education is an important aspect of the Billings community on every learning level.

SCHOOL DISTRICT #2 – BILLINGS PUBLIC SCHOOLS Billings School District #2 is the largest school district in the state of Montana with an enrollment of approximately 15,715 students. The District’s instructional program encompasses kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as adult education.

School District #2 is made up of 22 elementary schools, four middle schools and three high schools. The District employs about 1,850 full-time equivalent positions. For further information visit BillingsSchools.org or contact (406) 281-5065

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

MSUB Campus Photo courtesy of The Billings Gazette

Yellowstone Christian College

Billings Catholic Schools: The Billings Catholic Schools (BCS) serve nearly 1,000 students enrolled in pre-school through 12th grade. Billings Catholic Schools includes St. Francis Primary, Intermediate, Upper and Billings Central Catholic High School.

These schools all operate under the Diocese of Great Falls – Billings and are supported in part by the seven Catholic parishes in the city. The system is governed by the Billings Catholic Schools Board. Billings Catholic Schools also offer pre-school, daycare, before school and after school daycare

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options. More details can be read at BillingsCatholicSchools.org.

Fortis Leadership Academy: Fortis Leadership Academy is a private K-8 classical education and leadership school that teaches students to master the tools of learning, discover their gifts, and make significant contributions to the world. Learn more at fortisleadershipacademy.org.

ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION Billings offers many educational opportunities outside of the traditional track. The Nail Institute, Mossmain College and Blanco Blanco are all great options to consider.

HIGHER EDUCATION AT MONTANA’S TRAILHEAD Montana State University Billings: More than 5,000 students attend MSU Billings which offers more than 100 degrees ranging from education and business to human services and technology. In 2011, MSU Billings celebrated the largest graduating class in its history with nearly 950 highly qualified students receiving degrees and ready to enter the workforce.

The university boasts five distinct colleges including the College of Allied Health Professions, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education and City College. MSU Billings Graduate Studies is home to a robust offering of graduate level degrees.

Classes are held during the days and evening to accommodate traditional and non-traditional students. Grants, loans, scholarships and work-study options are plentiful and available for various student needs. Visit MSU Billings online at msubillings.edu.

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Rocky Mountain College: Rocky Mountain College (RMC) is Montana’s oldest higher education institution. RMC consistently ranks in the top 10 among most comprehensive colleges in the western United States. A private college, RMC offers more than 27 liberal arts and professionally oriented majors. The college’s low student – to – teacher ratio makes the school very appealing to both traditional and non-traditional students. RMC has an enrollment exceeding 1,000 students. The updated campus, strong sport programs and phenomenal arts and culture programs help make this college competitive across the nation. For more information, log on to Rocky.edu.

Yellowstone Christian College: The Yellowstone Christian College was started in 1974 by the Yellowstone Southern Baptist Association. The YCC maintains the highest academic standards possible offering a venue for students to engage in serious study of the Bible and related Christian subjects. Learn more at YellowstoneBaptist.edu Walla Walla University: Walla Walla University is based in Washington State but extended to Billings in 2001 to offer the region social work education. The Billings campus is located on the historic south side of town in a newly remodeled facility with state of the art learning tools. The WWU Billings campus phone number is (406) 254-9907.

Charter College: Charter College is a private independent institution of higher edcuation that emphasizes a new direction for continuing education. Learn more at chartercollege.edu.

Concordia College, Offutt School of Business: Concordia’s Offutt School of Business is grounded in the versatile power of the liberal

arts. Hands-on learning is a major emphasis as students gain global competence and develop their leadership skills. Learn more about their Billings offerings @ concordiacollege.edu/academics/ departments-programs/business.

BILLINGS ADULT EDUCATION Want to return to the classroom to learn? The Billings Community & Adult Education program can assist you. This program offers continuing education classes in computers, business, medicine, fitness, wellness, sports, languages, arts and crafts, music, and hobbies as well as parent/child workshops. You can also work toward and obtain your GED/Adult High School Diploma. Plus, there are fun and creative “Kid’s only” classes. Contact (406) 281-5010.

SAGE Truck Driving Schools have provided top quality, comprehensive professional truck driver training to thousands of students across the country for almost 20 years. The Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training program at SAGE schools provides thorough driver training and trucking job placement assistance for the trucking industry. Call 800-545-4546 for more information.

Other Education Resources and Contacts: Billings Education Association: (406) 248-9812 Billings Gymnastics School: (406) 259-2237 Huntington Learning Center: (406) 651-5884 Montessori and Preschools Include: Billings Catholic Schools: (406) 252-0997 Grace Montessori Academy: (406) 652-1739 Head Start, Inc. (406) 869-1211

CHILDCARE OPTIONS AND RESOURCES: If you have young and/or schoolaged children, Billings offers a number of options for you to consider when looking for that perfect place to take them. Whether it’s before school or after school care that is needed, or both, there are several licensed and highly recommended childcare facilities and programs at Montana’s Trailhead. The following childcare focused businesses are members of the Billings Chamber of Commerce:

Boys & Girls Club (406) 245-2582

St. John’s Lutheran Ministries (406) 655-5600

C.A.R.E: Academy (406) 252-3839

The Y.M.C.A. of Billings (406) 248-1685

Friendship House of Christian Service (406) 259-5569

Ruhamuk Manor (406) 371-3105

Shirley’s Place at St. Vincent’s (406) 657-7000

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E X P L O R E YO U R O P P O R T U N I T I E S

Only have a few hours in Billings? Make the most of the time you have by exploring what you absolutely cannot miss! Whether you have a few hours or a few days, there is something for everyone in Billings, Montana’s Trailhead.

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YELLOWSTONE RIVER: The longest free flowing river in the lower 48 states, and a beautiful place to enjoy. Take a leisurely walk or cast in a line – either way the river cannot be missed!

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YELLOWSTONE COUNTY MUSEUM: Museum housed in an original homestead at Billings Logan Airport rich in history and authentic stories. 406‐256‐6811 or www.facebook.com/YellowstoneCountyMuseum or www.pyjrycm.org. (Free – Donations Requested)

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ZOOMONTANA: Montana’s only zoo showcasing unique plants and animals. Bears, wolves, tigers and more.

2100 S. Shiloh Road. 406‐652-8100 or www.zoomontana.org.

(Admission is $7; child, senior and military discounts.)

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PICTOGRAPH CAVES: Evidence of habitation dating back 4500 years! Three caves and a fantastic interpretive center open year round. I-90 to exit 452, then 6 miles south.

3401 Coburn Rd. 406-254-7342 or stateparks.mt.gov/pictograph-cave/. ($6 per nonresident car)

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MOSS MANSION HISTORICAL HOUSE: The story of one of Billings’ most famous families and how Billings was built surrounded by the stunning architecture of the home. 914 Division Street, downtown Billings. 406-256-5100 or www.mossmansion.com. ($10 adults; child, student and senior discounts) WESTERN HERITAGE CENTER: The history of Billings and the region housed in one of our city’s oldest buildings-the original Parmly Billings Library. 2822 Montana Ave., downtown Billings. 406-256-6809 or www.ywhc.org. ($5- adults; child, student, and senior discounts) YELLOWSTONE KELLY’S GRAVE & BOOTHILL CEMETERY: History on Kelly Mountain overlooking the city. Find the grave site as you walk, bike or drive the scenic and historic Black Otter Trail and check out Boothill Cemetery just off Airport Road, both on the northeast side of Billings.

815 S. 27th Street Box 31177 • Billings, MT 59107-1177 Phone: 406-245-4111 • Fax: 406-245-7333 VisitBillings.com

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CHIEF PLENTY COUPS STATE PARK: Visit Chief Plenty Coups’ home and learn about the native culture, history, and way of life. I-90, exit 447 at Pryor. 406-252-1289 or stateparks.mt.gov/chief-plenty-coups/. ($6 per nonresident car)

10 POMPEYS PILLAR: Clark’s signature left during

the Lewis & Clark expedition. East on I-94 (28 miles).

406-875-2400 or www.pompeyspillar.org. ($7/vehicle) 40 minutes from downtown Billings

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LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD NATIONAL MONUMENT: Where Custer fought the Cheyenne and Sioux. Take in history on the grounds where it took place. Near Crow Agency, on I-90, exit 510.

406-638-2621 or www.nps.gov/libi. ($10/vehicle) 1 hour from downtown Billings

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BEARTOOTH HIGHWAY: This scenic pass, just west of Red Lodge, Montana is open Memorial Day through fall, weather permitting, and is the most beautiful gateway to Yellowstone Park (125 miles). For more information call 406-446-1718 or visit www.beartoothhighway.com.

1 hour 15 minutes from downtown Billings All fees subject to change. Contact attraction for specific information.

Billings Chamber and Visit Billings are not responsible for fee changes.

ARE GRAPES MORE YOUR SPEED?

DON’T DRINK & DRIVE

Billings Yellow Cab & Limousine Service: 877-707-6040 City Cab: 406-252-8700 MET Bus Transit: 406-657-8218 Transportation Services LLC: 406-254-2900

WALKING BREWERY DISTRICT

Find delicious wines at Yellowstone Cellars and Winery, Simply Wine, Kennedy’s and City Vineyard, located throughout Billings.

Yellowstone Valley Brewing Co. 2123 1st Ave N # B

Billings, Montana’s Trailhead, has the only self–guided, walkable brewery tour in Montana.

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Before you head to Angry Hank’s, stop by the Western Heritage Center to get your history fix. The building is located to your left as you head west along Montana Ave.

You’ll love the new location with outdoor patio seating. Try a new brew and munch on some popcorn and hot sauce while you’re here.

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HEALTHCARE & MEDICAL SERVICES

As was briefly noted in a previous section of this guide, the Billings medical corridor is a major part of the local economy and is often a reason people choose to relocate to the city. If you work in the healthcare field, need a specific type of treatment or are simply assured by the thought of having state of the art facilities and personnel at your service, you’ll appreciate this aspect of Billings.

The city’s medical facilities provide the most advanced healthcare services in a four-state area, including Wyoming and the Dakotas. Two fully equipped and modern hospitals, St. Vincent Healthcare and Billings Clinic, offer care from a staff of doctors and healthcare specialists who have received national attention for their medical achievements. There are also dozens of medical clinics with a variety of specialties, some focusing on homeopathic care.

Hundreds of physicians offer quality care in every major medical specialty. A complete range of medical services, surgical services and emergency care are available in the heart of the city.

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Catholic, not-for-profit organization that is one of the region’s largest healthcare providers. St. Vincent Healthcare and its clinics are part of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth Health System. St. Vincent Healthcare serves the healthcare needs of more than 400,000 people in a four state area.

The hospital and its clinics are staffed with nationally recognized Cardiology, Neuroscience, Stroke Care and Orthopedic physicians.

The campus is located in Billings’ Medical Corridor and currently spans more than 20 acres. The hospital operates with 314 licensed beds and more than 500,000 square feet of space. Contact them at (406) 657-7000.

Billings Clinic operates with an approach and system that is similar to that of Mayo Clinic.

Billings Clinic is a multi-specialty group practice of more than 250 physicians and non-physician providers that is a not – for – profit organization. Billings Clinic and many members of its staff are recognized for outstanding healthcare services.

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the Billings community with physician leadership at all levels.

The downtown Billings Clinic campus consists of a 272-bed hospital that includes a Family Birth Center, a Transitional Care Unit, Trauma Center, Surgery Center and Cancer Facility.

Branches across the city include Billings Clinic West and Billings Clinic Heights. Billings Clinic also operates the Aspen Meadows Retirement Community. Contact Billings Clinic at (406) 238-2500.

RiverStone Health officials strive to build a personal connection with everyone they serve to provide optimal, complete solutions in healthcare. Focusing on public health and education, dignity, respect, understanding, kindness and sensitivity aren’t just words; they are the principles underlying each customer interaction.

Contact them at (406) 247-3200.

Advanced Care Hospital of Montana is owned and operated

by Ernest Health and is an acute rehabilitation and long-term care facility. The Advanced Care Hospital of Montana staff is dedicated to providing high quality, cost-effective physical medicine

and rehabilitation services to promote the recovery of individuals who have functional deficits resulting from injury or illness as well as those with chronic or complex medical conditions. Their phone number is (406) 373-8000.

Frontier Cancer Center and Blood Institute was founded in 1996. In 2010, a new state of the art facility was built in west Billings to accommodate the needs of patients. The organization has been providing exceptional diagnosis, treatment and medical services to patients with malignancies and immune disorders for nearly 15 years. Reach them at (406) 238-6290.

The Mental Health Center professionals specialize in promoting all areas of mental wellness. Managing issues of stress, grief, anxiety, depression, chemical dependency and other addictions are just a few of the services offered. They can be reached at (406) 252-5658.

Rimrock is a non-profit treatment center that has more than 35 years of experience in treating people who suffer from addiction. Treatment at Rimrock effectively addresses the damaging effects of both alcoholism and drug addiction as well as other addiction issues. Phone them at (406) 248-3175.

The Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch (or YBGR) is a psychiatric residential treatment center that provides multiple levels of residential treatment for seriously emotionally disturbed youth. Contact them at (406) 651-1323. They also offer Yellowstone Academy and YBGR Community Homes provide less structured treatment settings to prepare and re-introduce youth back into their communities.

Youth Dynamics, Inc. is a private non-profit behavioral health agency serving children up to age 21 and their families. They can be contacted at (406) 245-6539.

CHIROPRACTORS:

EYE CARE:

SPECIALTY CARE:

Atlas Chiropractic of Billings

Barnett Opticians

Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center

307 399-4341

Chiropractic Plus

406 628-4622 www.ChiropracticPlusMT.com

Health Source Of Billings

406 655-4940 www.livewellmontana.com

Meier Family Chiropractic

406 651-LIFE (5433) www.meierchiropractic.com

Van Chiropractic Clinic

406 656-7000 www.drgreygardner.com

DENTISTS: Billings Dental Clinic

406 256-2243 www.billingsdentalclinic.com

Billings Oral Surgery

406 655-0170 www.billingsoralsurgery.com

Brewer Dental Center

406 656-6100 www.BrewerDentalCenter.com

Grand Avenue Dental Care

406 245-4922 www.grandavenuedentalcare.com

Olsen Ortho Studio 652-4020 olsenortho.com

Prill Dental

406 252-1533 www.prilldental.com

Dr. James E. Turley, D.D.S., P.C. 406 248-6177 www.turleydentalcare.com

Yellowstone Family Dental

245-7026 www.yellowstonfamilydental.com

406 652-4347 www.BarnettOpticians.com

Bauer & Clausen Optometry 406 656-8886 www.billingseyedocs.com

Beartooth Vision Center

406 652-9339 www.BeartoothVision.com

Heights Eyecare

406 252-9927 www.heightseyecare.com

The Eye Clinic

406 252-6608 www.TheEyeSurgicenter.com

HEALTH CLINICS: Big Sky Natural Wellness Clinic, Inc. 406 281-8200 www.BigSkyClinic.com

Fuller Family Medicine

406 651-9355 www.FullerFamilyMedicine.com

HOME CARE & HOSPICE GUIDANCE: A Plus Healthcare

406 245-6356 www.aplushc.com

RiverStone Health

406 247-3200 www.riverstonehealth.org

Rocky Mountain Home Care, Inc.

406 652-8883 www.rockymountainhomecare.org

Rocky Mountain Hospice

406 294-0785 www.rockymountainhospice.com

SYNERGY HomeCare

406 839-2390 www.SynergyHomeCare.com/Billings

* All offerings listed are members of the Billings Chamber of Commence.

406 839-2902 www.aocmt.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY: Lone Peak Physical Therapy 406 969-6610 www.LonePeakPT.com

Physical Therapy In Motion 406 651-9099 www.ptinmotion.org

Ortho Montana

406 237-5050 www.montanabones.com

HEALTH & FITNESS: 9Round

406 969-5741 www.9Round.com/illingsMTGrand

Anytime Fitness - Downtown 406 294-0170 www.AnytimeFitness.com

Anytime Fitness - Heights

406 839-9060 www.AnytimeFitness.com

Anytime Fitness - Westend

406 839-2075 www.AnytimeFitness.com

Beartooth CrossFit

701 317-2243 www.beartoothcrossfit.com

B-Fit

406 245-0445 www.B-FitMT.com

Black Orchid Yoga - Barre

406 534-6543 www.BlackOrchidAthletics.com

ESP Wellness

406 839-7509 www.ESPWellness.com

Fit Body Boot Camp Billings

406 850-8459 www.FitBodyBooCampBillings.com

Granite Health and Fitness-Westend 406 294-5040 www.granitebillings.com

Granite Health and Fitness-Heights 406 252-7737 www.granitebillings.com

Jazzercise

406 245-1257 www.jazzercise.com

Limber Tree Yoga Studio and Spa 406 860-9991 www.LimberTreeStudios.com

N2 Cryotherapy

406 534-8850 www.N2Cryo.com

Plaza Fitness

406 259-4566 www.plazafitnessmt.com

Pure Barre

406 534-2883 www.PurreBarre.com

Q360 Health

406 208-1167 www.Q360Health.com

Total Nutrition Billings

406 318-4587 www.TotalNutritionBillings.com

Yellowstone Fitness

406 245-0960 www.YellowstoneFitness.com

YMCA of Billings

406 248-1685 www.billingsymca.org

OTHER HEALTH: N2 Cryotherapy

406 534-8850 www.N2Cryo.com

It Starts With Me Health Solutions 406 867-0114 www.itstartswithme.com

MOMS Wellness Emporium 406 252-6667 www.MOMSWellness.us

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THE CLIMATE & THE LAND

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illings sits in the Yellowstone River Valley and rests against sandstone bluffs known locally as the Rimrocks.

Dover Park at Sunset Photo courtesy of The Billings Gazette

Billings’ climate is surprisingly mild for its northern location. In the winter, while the average annual snow-fall is 56 inches, it rarely accumulates to any great depth due to frequent thawing periods. Bitter cold spells can change into Chinook winds which can raise the mercury 20 degrees in a matter of hours. The old adage, “if you don’t like the weather, wait a minute” applies throughout all of Billings’ seasons.

Severe storms are part of a Billings winter, but Logan International Airport rarely closes and experienced road crews across the city, county and state help keep road connections clear for drivers. The shelter of the river valley provides protection that’s not experienced in cities in comparable northern climates.

From unseasonably warm stretches to wet snowfall, springtime in the Billings area offers wide variations in weather. Overall, springtime is refreshing and rejuvenating with perennials sprouting and grass greening.

The mercury during a typical summer day can climb into the 90’s making the summer nights perfect for camping, neighborhood walks or outdoor parties with friends. The first frost usually arrives at the end of September, but a warm sweatshirt will suffice as protection for a fall football game at Rocky Mountain College or any of the four local high schools.

As for the geography of Billings, the community is settled in south central Montana and is a transitional zone between the eastern plains and the Rocky Mountains. Big sky views of three mountains ranges, the Rimrocks and the Yellowstone River make up the topography of the area and can take your breath away any time of the year.

The Yellowstone River originates in Yellowstone National Park and it flows through south Billings. It moves freely in a northeasterly direction through the Yellowstone River valley and on to its confluence with the upper Missouri River near Montana’s border with North Dakota.

The valley soils are deep, well-drained loams with silty clays. The Rimrocks run along the north and east sightlines of the city. These sandstone cliffs range from 300 to 500 feet high above the valley floor. Rolling hills and flat plateaus also make up the diverse landscape and is truly unique.

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS Sailing on Josephine Lake Photo courtesy of The Billings Gazette

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illings is where the plains meet the mountains. You can work hard all week and play hard all weekend. Enjoy rugged mountains, wildlife areas, open vistas, spectacular scenery and meet friendly, helpful people along the way.

If you like to play, you’re sure to enjoy Billings’ playgrounds! From the gorgeous Rimrocks to the Yellowstone River you can walk the dog, ride your bike, run like crazy and enjoy the beauty of Billings’ big sky. The recreational opportunities are endless. You can take up an outdoor hobby in each of the four seasons. Enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, skiing, mountain biking, snowmobiling, hunting, golfing, rafting, bird-watching, boating and much more. Enjoy lakes? Head to nearby Cooney Dam, Tongue River Reservoir, Yellowtail Dam or Deadman’s Basin. Yellowstone Lake and Fort Peck Reservoir are a little further away but well worth the drive. If you’d rather stay in town, you can enjoy a long hike on the Rimrocks, drop a line in the Yellowstone River, hang out at Lake Elmo and then hit the town for a first-class dinner at one of the areas fabulous locally-owned or franchise eateries.

If you’d rather enjoy nature from your vehicle, take a Sunday drive on the one and only Beartooth

Coulson Park

Scenic Byway or the Chief Joseph Pass in the summer months.

Yellowstone National Park is one of the world’s most incredible scenic wonders and it’s a short Montana drive. Want to take in some history? Drive to Pompey’s Pillar, just 20 miles east of Billings, and check out part of the country along the Lewis and Clark trail. Or, you can head south to the historic Little Bighorn National Monument, the legendary site of Custer’s Last Stand.

Billings also has a strong city parks system. The City of Billings Parks, Recreation and Public Lands Department maintains more than 2,596 acres of dedicated park land for recreation, conservation and special uses. You’ll find plenty of space for energetic recreation as well as quiet corners for meditation in the shade of the many mature trees which grace the city. To check out places to play soccer, folf, cross-country ski, walk, run, bicycle or picnic, go to prpl.info, TrailNet.org or VisitBillings.com

Rock Creek - Red Lodge

BILLINGS PARK SYSTEM Some Park Areas Include: Pioneer Park is one of the city’s most popular parks. It was developed in the 1930s and features 34 acres of weeded, hilly green space with a winding creek, playground, folf course and tennis courts. Several annual community events like Saturday Live (a public school carnival fundraiser) and the popular Billings Symphony Orchestra’s “Symphony in the Park” are held at this beautiful outdoor venue.

North Park and South Park date back to the turn of the century and are part of the original town plat.

Each park has 17 acres of beautiful landscaping and mature trees.

South Park is a summertime favorite for swimmers and both areas offer well maintained grounds as well as updated playgrounds.

Riverfront Park is located along the banks of the Yellowstone River in south Billings. The park measures 440 acres, twelve of which are developed. The rest of

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the area has been left in its natural state. Lake Josephine, located in the same vicinity, offers good fishing for a quick afternoon getaway or a long Saturday under the sun.

Amend Park is primarily a soccer venue and accommodates thousands of local youth who play the sport. Other community events are also enjoyed at this wellappointed park.

Historic Swords Rimrock Park on top of the Rimrocks is part of the community’s past, present and future. Swords Rimrock Park dances along the Rimrocks and stretches from Skeleton Cliff through Earl Guss Park and connects to the existing trail from Mary Street down to the Yellowstone River.

One of Billings’ newest additions is the High Sierra Dog Park located at the west end of Wicks Lane in Billings’ Heights. The park features separate fenced areas for large and small dogs as well as diverse terrain.

There are 40 other neighborhood parks located cross the city, offering everything from swimming and wading pools to sport fields and skating areas. Any day of the week you might see people walking, jogging or playing tennis during their noon hour and when the snow flies, you’ll even see winter enthusiasts crosscountry skiing and sledding.

TRAILS: The Billings Chamber is passionate about the trail system in Billings and strives to develop the trail system for the economic and healthy community benefits that result from active transportation and improved general quality of life. Additionally, the Chamber has been active in supporting the

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development of new trails to improve their connectivity in Billings as well as working to keep them safe and clean.

TrailNet is behind many of the trails Billings’ residents and visitors enjoy. TrailNet was established to support Billings’ efforts to build multiple-use trails. Community support is a key factor in helping TrailNet continue to meet the needs of cyclists and others who use the trail system in Billings. The Billings Chamber works closely

with TrailNet officials to assist in the success of the entity’s mission.

That mission is to advocate for trail education, acquisition and development of a county-wide trail system that encourages safety, an alternate transportation mode, a healthy lifestyle, environmental preser-vation and resource conservation within cost effective constraints. Check out TrailNet.org for all the trail information you need.

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DISCLAIMER: This map and route delineation is provided for information purposes only. The preparer, distributors and sponsors of this map are not responsible for the condition of any of the travel segments herein identified; nor for any injuries or damage occurring in connection with the use of this map. The users of this map assume all risks hereafter. The map makes no representations or warranties with regard to the safety or condition of the route. Travel the route at your own risk. The route may be along open roads, subject to traffic and large moving vehicles or along steep and unstable trails. Please remember to wear your helmet and take all other necessary safety precautions.

TRANSPORTATION Logan International Roundabout Photo courtesy The Billings Gazette

carriers that have flights daily connecting Billings with all points of Air service in Billings is top notch the world, there is one fixed base and something the community is operator, Edwards Jet Center, very proud of. Billings Logan located at the airport.

International Airport serves a large For more information call demographic region including most (406) 252-0508. of eastern Montana and Northern Also, Corporate Air specializes in Wyoming. This area represents a air services offering feeder airline population base of more than cargo service and is a certified 337,000 who utilize Commercial Operator and Air Carrier. the airport. Find out more at For more information call (406) FlyBillings.com.

247-3131.

Aside from the scheduled major air Approximately 12 cargo and mail

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carriers including UPS, Airborne and FedEx service Billings.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION MET Transit is the city’s public transportation bus system. It provides fixed-route and paratransit bus service to residents.

The MET is the primary mode of transportation for many citizens of Billings including the elderly, disabled and school age children.

Use of MET transit promotes

AIRLINES SERVING BILLINGS LOGAN INT’L AIRPORT

YEAR-ROUND DIRECT FLIGHTS: Denver .......................................daily Minneapolis...............................daily Portland .....................................daily Salt Lake City.............................daily Seattle........................................daily Numerous MT communities.......daily Las Vegas ...............................weekly

ALLEGIANT AIR www.allegiantair.com

UNITED AIRLINES

Phoenix ..................................weekly SEASONAL 2016: Chicago ......................................daily Los Angeles ...........................weekly

www.united.com

ALASKA AIRLINES www.alaskaair.com

DELTA AIRLINES Billings Logan International Airport

www.delta.com

www.flybillings.com

CAPE AIR www.capeair.com

and I-94 join at Billings: I-94 is the direct route to the Midwest, while I-90 serves the Pacific Northwest and northern and central Rocky Mountains to the west and south.

Federal highways 87, 310 and 212, with state Highway 3, connect Billings with other communities in Montana and Wyoming. There are more than 70 authorized motor carriers that travel on regular and irregular routes to and from Billings.

cleaner air and helps mitigate traffic congestion problems. MET is proud to provide a safe and reliable trans-portation alternative for all the citizens of Billings. A new down-town transfer center is a great addition to the city’s bus system.

MOTOR FREIGHT Billings is served from the south, east and west by the interstate highway system. I-90

RAIL The Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway Company (BNSF) and Montana Rail Link, Inc. (MRL) provide Billings with regular freight service.

BUS With numerous daily arrivals and departures, Billings offers bus connections through Greyhound to every state in the continental United States as well as Canada and Mexico. breathe in our new world

Radisson Hotel Billings hotel features:

• Complete phased renovation to be complete August 2018.

• 316 Spacious Guest Rooms • 50,000 Square feet of flexible meeting and convention space • Full on or off site catering menu • Pool, Hot Tub, & Fitness Center • 24 Hour Complimentary Airport Shuttle • On site Restaurant, Lounge, & Casino • Free Wi-Fi throughout • Club Carlson® rewards loyalty program • Business Class Suites for upgraded amenities, slippers, robe, and breakfast.

Radisson Hotel Billings is ideally located off I-90 exit 446. Your stay on the west end of Billings, MT puts you close to Rimrock Mall, and just over an hour from Yellowstone National Park, Red Lodge Mountain, and the famous Beartooth Highway. Call us today for special rates for yourself or your group, meeting or conventions.

Radisson Hotel Billings

5500 Midland Road, Billings, MT 59101 • 406-248-7701 or 1-800-333-3333 billings

www.radisson.com/billingsmt

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COMMUNITY INFORMATION & IMPORTANT NUMBERS

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Photo courtesy The Billings Gazette

CITY Mayor Tom Hanel’s Office.................................(406) 657-8296 • City Administrator............................................ (406) 657-8430 Animal Shelter & License..................................(406) 294-7387 Business License.................................................(406) 657-8207 Parks Division........................................................(406) 657-8372 Recreation Division.............................................(406) 657-8371 Parmly Billings Library.......................................(406) 657-8258 Fire Department – Administration.................(406) 657-8423 Police Department – Non-emergency..........(406) 657-8200 Emergency Calls......................................................................... 911

COUNTY • Yellowstone County Commissioners..........(406) 256-2701 Voter Registration................................................(406) 256-2740 Motor Vehicle (License).................................... (406) 256-2833 Sheriff’s Department..........................................(406) 256-2939 Emergency Calls......................................................................... 911

STATE/FEDERAL Department of Motor Vehicles 615B S. 27th St.................................................... (406) 896-4326 Federal Building....................................................(406) 247-7030

U.S. GOVERNMENT POSTAL SERVICES

NEWSPAPERS • Billings Business..............(406) 657-1561 or 800-543-2505 • Billings Gazette Communications................ (406) 657-1200 or 800-543-2505 • Big Sky Business Journal............................. (406) 259-2309 • The Billings Times............................................ (406) 245-4994 The Prairie Star.................................................... (406) 534-2732 Last Best News................................................... (406) 794-4481

LOCAL MAGAZINES • Magic City Magazine................... magiccitymagazine.com • Simply Family.............................simplyfamilymagazine.com • Distinctly Montana..........................distinctlymontana.com • LiNK Magazine.......................................billingschamber.com

HEALTH CARE • Billings Clinic...................................................... (406) 238-2500 • St. Vincent Healthcare....................................(406) 657-7000 • RiverStone Health.............................................(406) 247-3200 • Advanced Care Hospital of Montana........ (406) 373-8000 • F rontier Cancer Center and Blood Institute................................................(406) 238-6290 •N orthern Rockies Surgery Center of Billings...........................................................(406) 248-7186

841 S. 26th St (Main Branch)............................(406) 657-5700 2602 1st Ave. N. (Downtown)...........................(406) 657-5748 724 15th St. W. (Pioneer)....................................(406) 657-5746 2550 Grant Road (Centennial)..........................(406) 657-5731 710 Wicks Lane (Heights)..................................(406) 657-5654

UTILITIES & SERVICES

• Denotes Chamber Members

GAS • Montana-Dakota Utilities.............................. (406) 896-4250

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ELECTRIC • NorthWestern Energy ......................................888-467-2669 • Y ellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative..................................................... (406) 348-3411

WATER • City of Billings.....................................................(406) 657-8315 Lockwood Water User’s Association...........(406) 259-4120 SEWER • City of Billings.....................................................(406) 657-8315 WASTE DISPOSAL • City of Billings.....................................................(406) 657-8356 • Republic Services............................................ (406) 248-5400 TELEPHONE SERVICE (RESIDENTIAL) • CenturyLink.........................................................(406) 255-8311 • Spectrum Reach..................................................877-273-7626 CABLE • Spectrum Reach..................................................877-273-7626 NTERNET SERVICE (RESIDENTIAL) • CenturyLink.........................................................(406) 255-8311 • Spectrum Reach..................................................877-273-7626 CELLULAR PHONE SERVICES • Cellular One........................................................ (406) 656-5949 • Cellular Plus – Verizon.................................... (406) 655-4858 • CenturyLink.........................................................(406) 255-8311 TELECOMMUNICATIONS (BUSINESS OR RESIDENTIAL) • Integra integratelecom.com...........................................(406) 294-4000 • ABTelecom abtelcom.net......................................................... (406) 248-4204 • CenturyLink centurylink.com....................................................(406) 255-8311 • Connect Telephone & Computer Group theconnectgroup.com....................................... (406) 248-8900 • Nemont nemont.net............................................................ (406) 650-8800 • Spectrum Reach spectrumbusiness.net.........................................877-273-7626

PLACES OF WORSHIP Baptist EmmanuEl Baptist ChurCh (sBC) 328 S. Shiloh Rd. Billings, MT 59106 406-652-3161 www.myemmanuel.net

CatholiC marY QuEEn OF pEaCE 3411 3rd Ave. S. Billings, MT 59101 406-259-7611 www.maryqueenofpeacebillings.org

First EvangEliCal FrEE ChurCh 401 Custer Ave. Billings, MT 59101 406-259-6026 www.efreebillings.com harvEst ChurCh 1235 W. Wicks Billings, MT 59105 www.harvestweb.net 406-259-5648 Lockwood - 1413 Rosebud Ln.

Foursquare

st. BErnard CathOliC ChurCh 226 Wicks Ln. Billings, MT 59105 406-259-4350 www.stbernardblgs.org

Faith ChapEl 517 Shiloh Road Billings, MT 59106 406-656-8780 www.faithchapel.cc

st. patriCk CO-CathEdral 215 N. 31st St. Billings, MT 59101 406-259-3389 www.stpatrickcocathedral.org

WOrd OF liFE FEllOWship 1737 King Ave. W. Billings, MT 59102 406-655-2002 www.wordoflifebillings.org

st. pius X parish 717 18th St. W. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-2522 www.stpiusxblgs.org st. thOmas thE apOstlE 2055 Woody Dr. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-5800 www.stthomasbillings.org

Christian sCienCe First ChurCh OF Christ sCiEntist 7 Burlington Ave. Billings, MT 59101 Reading Room - 2817 2nd Ave. N. 406-259-0535

episCopal st. lukE’s EpisCOpal 119 N. 33rd Billings, MT 59101 406-252-7186 www.stlukesbillings.org

evangeliCal Faith EvangEliCal ChurCh 3145 Sweetwater Dr. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-8747 www.faithe.org

Jewish (urJ)

mOunt OlivE luthEran ChurCh 2336 St. Johns Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-6687 www.mountolive.com trinitY luthEran ChurCh (lCms) 537 Grand Ave. Billings, MT 59101 406-245-3984 www.trinitybillings.org

MethoDist graCE unitEd mEthOdist 1935 Ave. B Billings, MT 59102 406-259-9711 www.graceumcbillings.org shilOh unitEd mEthOdist ChurCh 1810 Shiloh Road Billings, MT 59106 406-656-0050 www.shilohumc.org

presByterian (pCa)

COngrEgatiOn BEth aarOn 2031 Broadwater Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-248-6412 www.cbamt.org

rOCkY mOuntain COmmunitY ChurCh 2832 Broadwater Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-259-7811 www.rmccmontana.org

lutheran

presByterian (usa)

amEriCan luthEran ChurCh 5 Lewis Ave. Billings, MT 59101 406-252-4171 www.amluth.org graCE luthEran ChurCh (lCmC) Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ 304 34th St. W. (Smith’s West Chapel) 406-652-6298, 406-256-1083 Billings, MT 59102 www.gracelutheranchurchbillings.org JOY luthEran ChurCh (lCmC) 3200 Broadwater Ave Chapel - Seventh Day Adventist Church Billings, MT 59102 406-656-6832 and 406-655-0138 www.lcmc.net

First prEsBYtErian ChurCh 13th & Poly Billings, MT 59102 406-252-3434 www.fpcbillings.org st. andrEW prEsBYtErian ChurCh 180 24th St. W Billings, MT 59102 406-656-9256 standrewbillings.org

seventh Day aDventist sEvEnth daY advEntist 3200 Broadwater Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-3401 www.billingsadventist.com

the ChurCh oF Jesus Christ oF latter-Day saints ChurCh OF JEsus Christ Billings East Stake 1000 Wicks Lane 1640 Broadmoor Drive Billings, MT 59102 www.lds.org

unitarian universalist Billings unitarian univErsalist FEllOWship 2032 Central Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-652-1893 www.billingsuuf.org

uniteD ChurCh oF Christ maYFlOWEr COngrEgatiOnal ChurCh 2940 Poly Dr. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-5414 mayflowerofbillings.com

uniteD penteCostal thE pEntECOstals OF Billings 2335 Lewis Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-652-2443 www.pobmt.org

unity unitY ChurCh OF ChristianitY 9 14th Street W. Billings, MT 59101 406-254-9554 www.unitychurchbillings.org

vineyarD Billings vinEYard ChurCh 2376 Main St. Billings, MT 59105 406-259-VINE www.athoughtfulchurch.com Billings Chamber members are highlighted.

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CELEBRATING COMMUNITY

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DEHLER PARK Gorgeous Dehler Park is home base for the Pioneer League baseball team, the Billings Mustangs (farm team for the Cincinnati Reds). The stadium offers 3,071 seats, most of which is individual stadium seating.

You’ll find great sightlines for a solid entertainment experience, as well as budget minded prices, making Dehler Park a great entertainment experience for residents and visitors.

Other summer events, like Shakespeare in the Park, also use Dehler Park as an entertainment venue. For more information call (406) 252-1241.

ZOOMONTANA

Entering Billings from the East

Photo courtesy The Billings Gazette

ZooMontana is Montana’s only wildlife park. It is home to native and exotic animals, including two Siberian tigers and two Grizzly Bears. ZooMontana has been serving the Billings community for more than a decade with its 70-acre zoological park and beautiful botanical garden. With big plans for reorganization and growth, the zoo is a valuable asset to the community.

Visit ZooMontana.org for more information.

MONTANAFAIR MontanaFair celebrates the historic tradition of fairs. It is the region’s largest event and is attended by

Symphony in the Park

Magic City Blues Festival

hundreds of thousands of people from across the area annually.

Yellowstone County’s MetraPark hosts MontanaFair for nine days each August. Nearly 10,000 people will earn cash and ribbons for competition entries which range from beer, wine, bunnies, crocheting, horticulture, horses, cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, petit-point, pickles, hobbies and arts and crafts.

The Thomas Carnival operates the midway featuring 35 to 40 rides plus games. Stages around the grounds provide free entertain-ment and concerts, rodeos and arena cross events heat up the evening action at the Arena. Enjoy the summer like a kid again at MontanaFair. For tickets and other information call (406) 256-2400 or log on to MontanaFair.com.

SYMPHONY IN THE PARK Led by conductor Anne Harrigan, the Billings Symphony Orchestra’s annual “Symphony in the Park” concert returns to Pioneer Park each June and celebrates music, art and life. This free event is for all ages!

Log on to BillingsSymphony.org to learn more.

WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL The Montana State University Billings Foundation event raises money to support student scholarships at MSU-Billings. Over

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the course of the past 16 years, more than $3 million has been raised to support scholarships and other special projects at the university. Culinary talent from around the world is recruited to come to Billings each year, providing the community unique opportunities to learn about wine and food. WineFoodFestival. com.

MAGIC CITY BLUES FESTIVAL For a few days each August, you can sing the blues in downtown Billings. The Magic City Blues Festival is an annual event and each year it is attracting more and more people who want to simply enjoy good music and company.

With headliners like Michael Franti, Spearhead and Alison Krause, this is quickly becoming one of the region’s most popular summer events. Want to know more? Visit MagicCityBlues.com.

BIG SKY STATE GAMES The Big Sky State Games is an annual multi-sport event hosted in Billings. It is modeled after the Olympics Games and is open to Montanans of all ages and abilities.

The State Games concept was developed in New York in 1978 with the Empire State games, and

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today more than 40 states currently conduct the State Games. Since the inaugural Big Sky State Games in 1986, more than 204,500 athletes from 250 Montana communities have participated in the games. Sign up today! BigSkyGames.org.

BURN THE POINT Burn the Point takes place annually on Labor Day weekend and offers the community a classic car show and parade as well as a street dance. The festivities benefit local charity the Chase Hawks Memorial Association. Learn more at BurnThePoint.com.

NILE The Northern International Livestock Exposition, or NILE for short, truly showcases Montana in her cowboy (or cowgirl) best. Each October plan to enjoy a full week of prime rodeo action as well as a stock show and a western extravaganza. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the western roots that built the state we call home. Save the date at theNILE.org.

BILLINGS BULLS: The Billings Bulls Hockey Team is an affiliate of the Northern Pacific Hockey League and plays at

NILE Rodeo

Centetnnial Ice Arena, with several special event games played at the Rimrock Auto Arena at MetraPark.

Their action packed seasons run October-February. Learn more at BillingsBulls.com.

BILLINGS WOLVES: The Wolves are a professional indoor football team based in Billings. The newly formed team began play in the intense conference of the Indoor Football League in February 2015. Home games take place at MetraPark’s Rimrock Auto Arena February-June. For tickets, schedule and more check out BillingsWolves.com.

ENTERTAINMENT: Entertainment options in Billings are varied – and you can always find something for everyone.

Some Chamber member options include: Lukas Seeley Presents, Billings Motorcycle Club, Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary, The Grand Escape Room, Outlaw Canyon Zipline, The Art of Play, Illusions Plus, The Oasis Water Park, Buffalo Jump Sip n’ Paint, Candi’s Art & Play Studio. Or, log on to Billings365.com for the latest in events in Billings!

Billings Wolves

About the

Welcome sign on S. 27th on the way to the airport.

Photo courtesy of The Billings Gazette

BILLINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

A little bit about the organization who develops this guide for you: the Billings Chamber.

WE WANT YOU TO SUCCEED! The Chamber is here for you. Our vision is to achieve excellence in community leadership and growth.

Our mission is to develop a strong business climate and vibrant economy by serving the community in a leadership role thereby enhancing the quality of life.

We do this by serving our members to the best of our abilities through government affairs, member development, tourism & convention recruitment, networking, educational opportunities, advertising as well as events like Business After

Hours, the Annual Meeting and Business Showcase, and the annual Chamber Breakfast.

Please know that we want to see the Billings business community and the community as a whole prosper.

The Billings community is a great place to reside as a resident and business owner. If we work together as a team, with one voice as a cooperative spirit, the Billings area will continue to thrive, strengthen and succeed! The Chamber supports Billings business and the Billings community as a whole.

Our websites are excellent tools for finding a local business or learning about attractions and other experiences in Billings: BillingsChamber.com, VisitBillings.com.

FIND US ON FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM! Billings Chamber Facebook.com/Billings ChamberofCommerceCVB @ BillingsChamber Visit Billings Facebook.com/BillingsMT @ Montana’s Trailhead See us before you arrive! Watch our brilliant Billings video at VisitBillings.com/leisure.

ADVOCATE. CONNECT. GROW.

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WHERE YA HEADIN’ AT

MONTANA’S TRAILHEAD

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Photo courtesy Andy Austin

eographically located smack-dab in the majestic prairies of southeast Montana and breathtaking Yellowstone National Park, and right on the Lewis and Clark trail, Billings is a half day or day’s drive away from attractions that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

Billings is the trailhead to attractions, scenery, wildlife and history. Geographically located smack-dab in the majestic prairies of southeast Montana and breathtaking Yellowstone National Park, and right on the Lewis and Clark trail, Billings is a half day or day’s drive away from attractions that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Adventures start in Billings, the trailhead city to a wealth of wonders.

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Two to three hours from Billings Mileage varies depending on the entrance you choose to America’s first national park. Three of the five 50

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park entrances are in Montana.

The most beautiful highway in Montana is how Charles Kuralt described the breathtaking Beartooth Highway to Cooke City and Silvergate at the northeast entrance, open June – September, weather permitting. Geysers, including Old Faithful, mineral terraces, spectacular waterfalls, wildlife, geology, museums, campgrounds and lodges create this unforgettable natural masterpiece.

Monument, next to Crow Agency at I-90 Exit 210 and Highway 212, is open year round. Signs, movies and ranger talks interpret the battle where hundreds of Sioux and Cheyenne warriors clashed with the 7th Cavalry on June 25, 1876.

Among the dead were Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer and every member of his command.

An Indian Memorial was added to the monument in 2003.

LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD NATIONAL MONUMENT

28 miles east of Billings

65 Miles southeast of Billings Little Bighorn Battlefield National

POMPEYS PILLAR NATIONAL MONUMENT Lewis and Clark spent more time and traveled more miles in Montana than in any other state on the 1804-1806 expedition. Clark

and 12 of the party explored the Yellowstone River on their return journey. He had Sacajawea, her husband Charbonneau and baby Pomp with him when they docked their cottonwood canoes at the most famous point on the journey.

There he carved his name and the date, July 25, 1806, and gave it the 18-month-old toddler’s name, Pomp’s Tower, which is today some of the only remaining physical evidence from their journey. Take I-94 to Exit 23. Enjoy the interpretive center, boardwalk to the signature and top of the pillar, picnic grounds and riverwalk May through October.

CHIEF PLENTY COUPS STATE PARK 35 miles south of Billings Donated by Chief Plenty Coups as a token of friendship to all people , this state park is open May through September. A museum, the medicine spring, Chief Plenty Coups home and picnic grounds are managed by Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks.

BIGHORN CANYON NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Two hours from Billings Yellowtail Dam rises 525 feet between the rugged walls of Bighorn Canyon and creates one of the most famous blue ribbon trout streams in America, the Bighorn River. From Billings, take I-90 to Hardin and Highway 313 south to Fort Smith. A marina and campground at the dam launch you onto 71 miles of water recreation, geological formations and spectacular views in the canyon. The Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range runs adjacent to the recreation area.

BUFFALO BILL HISTORICAL CENTER

Bill Historical Center, an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. Open year round, it is devoted to western cultural and natural history. The center is comprised of the Buffalo Bill Museum, Whitney Gallery of Western Art, Plains Indian Museum, Cody Firearms Museum, Draper Museum of Natural History and McCracken Research Library.

WINTER RECREATION Montanans have the luxury of being able to vacation in the same state where they live and work, even in the winter. Snow times are fun times for skiers and snowmobilers. Some of the most popular skiing areas for downhill enthusiasts are within easy driving distance of Billings. The dry climate produces some of the nation’s finest powder snow at more than a dozen alpine ski areas.

There are also hundreds of pristine wilderness trails that beckon to be skied cross-country style.

Yellowstone Park is a special treat in the winter and can be explored by snowmobile, half-track or on skis. For more information contact Yellowstone Park Reservations: (307) 344-7311.

RED LODGE MOUNTAIN RESORT (1.5 hour drive from Billings) With the 1930s development of the Beartooth Highway, described as one of the most “scenic, spectacular roads in the world,” Red Lodge became a northeast entrance to Yellowstone Park. Just 60 miles southwest of Billings, Red Lodge Mountain slopes are classed as 15% novice, 55% intermediate and 30% expert. For more information and snow conditions, call Red Lodge Mountain Resort (406) 446-2610

Two hours to Cody, WY

BIG SKY SKI & SUMMER RESORT

A must see museum on the way to Yellowstone Park is the Buffalo

(2.5 hour drive from Billings) Located 18 miles north of

Yellowstone National Park and 185 miles from Billings, Big Sky offers 55 miles of alpine trails classed as 25% novice, 50% intermediate and 25% expert. For more information call Big Sky Resort at (406) 995-4211.

FISHING AND HUNTING Montana is the center of the best trout fishing in the country.

Located within the immediate Billings area, fishermen have access to numerous streams: Rock Creek and the Stillwater, Boulder and Musselshell Rivers, to name just a few. But you won’t find any better fishing in the world than you will on the Bighorn, Yellowstone or Madison Rivers, all well known for their world famous trophy trout.

A hunter’s paradise, Montana offers a wide range of hunting opportunities. Within Yellowstone County, a wide variety of hunting seasons provide year-round challenges for licensed hunters.

Whether you enjoy bird or big game hunting, the Billings area can accommodate your sporting desires. Gun enthusiasts can also enjoy shooting ranges at three gun and trap club on the outskirts of the city. For more information on fishing and hunting, contact Fish Wildlife and Parks at (406) 247-2940.

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ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMNET

Pompey’s Pillar Photo courtesy Visit Billings

Rimrocks, where it descends to the valley. Today the short road can be Before Billings existed, the town (In Swords Rimrock Park along traversed with a four-wheel vehicle, of Coulson was an “oasis of joy” Black Otter Trail) but is better explored by foot or for bullwhackers, cowboys, sheepYellowstone Kelly, who lived from bicycle. Black Otter trail is named herders, gamblers and renegades. 1849 to 1928, was the epitome of after a Crow chief who was killed In its saloons and sod-roofed frontiersman, army scout, dispatch there by a Sioux war party. gambling houses they caroused rider and hunter. He represented and fought. The coming of the the highest type of American spirit SACRIFICE CLIFF Northern Pacific Railroad and character that settled the old Historians report that a group of established in Billings in 1882 west. At his request, he was buried Crow Indians were camped on this marked the beginning of the end on Kelly Mountain overlooking the high cliff above the Yellowstone for Coulson. The Conoco Refinery Yellowstone River, where his most River across from the Black Otter and Coulson Park now occupy the interesting days were lived. His Trail, awaiting the return of a war town site. gravesite is being revitalized to an party. When the warriors returned, interpretive site worthy of this they found their village decimated BOOTHILL CEMETERY MONUMENT veteran and American legend. by smallpox. Among the warriors Learn more at yellowstonekelly.org.

(Off Airport Rd. on Aronson Ave.) were two young men whose This monument is a burial ground families and friends were among for two score residents of Coulson. BLACK OTTER TRAIL the dead. To appease the gods and Nearly all of those interred at (In Swords Rimrock Park off halt the smallpox, the two young Boothill met with violent deaths.

Airport Rd.) men blindfolded their ponies and The most famous person to be rode them over the cliff.

A scenic drive starting from U.S. buried at the cemetery is Muggins 10 at the east end of the city, the Taylor, the scout who carried the PICTOGRAPH CAVE STATE PARK former roadway passes Boothill news of Custer’s Last Stand to the Cemetery, climbs Kelly Mountain (Coburn Rd.) world. and follows the edge of the One of Montana’s most

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significant historic landmarks, Pictograph Cave State Park bears the images of shield bearing warriors, human like figures and animals painted on rock walls by aboriginal people. The caves offer visitors a glimpse of life thousands of years ago and the interpretive center offers insight into artifacts from the early days of civilization.

INTERPRETIVE CENTER AT CANYON CREEK BATTLE SITE

Hardenberg, the Moss Mansion is an exuberant mixture of various architectural styles. From the ornate Moorish entry to the Shakespearean library to the formal French parlor, the Moss Mansion offers an unusual blend of periods and styles. Rich tapestries, oak and mahogany millwork, finely woven Aubuson carpets and original furniture and artifacts add warmth and authenticity to this historic home.

Chief Joseph outsmarted the U.S. Calvary at a site about 15 miles west of Billings, reached by driving west on Grand Avenue. Here, along the Rimrocks above Canyon Creek, the Nez Perce Indians out shot and out maneuvered Colonel Sturgis’ force of 400 men. Chief Joseph with a small band of warriors and a following of elders and children pinned down the Army with gunfire on a bright September day in 1877.

The Canyon Creek battle was one of 11 engagements which the retreating Nez Perce fought. The wayside interpretive shelter tells the story of the battle.

BILLINGS HISTORIC DISTRICT

MOSS MANSION

Billings is home to dozens of art museums, galleries and shops.

These venues offer a remarkably diverse range of fine arts and crafts. Everything from Native

(914 Division St. – 406-256-5100) Designed in 1901 by famous American architect Henry Janeway

Moss Mansion

(North of Montana Avenue from North 30th to North 22nd) Billings’ original business district, which grew up around the railroad depot, is experiencing new life again. The City Council declared the area an Historic District in 1977.

Since then the Historic District has been accepted by the National Register of Historic Places; restaurants, art galleries and a restored depot now make this a popular destination.

GALLERIES AND MUSEUMS

Pictograph Cave State Park

American paintings to historic fine art prints, sculpture, pottery and visionary arts and even handcrafted furniture can be found.

Enjoy Artwalks year round that embrace the talent and beauty of arts for the region.

ALBERTA BAIR THEATER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS (Corner of 3rd Ave. N. & N. 29th St. 406-256-8915) The Alberta Bair Theater for the Performing Arts is the only major performing arts center in the region. Formerly the Fox Theater, a four million dollar renovation project provided Billings with a theater that offers a wide range of programs shown to over 100,000 people annually. From children’s programs to musical concerts to local amateur productions to symphony concerts, you can enjoy it at Alberta Bair Theater.

THE BILLINGS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA & CHORALE (406-252-3610) Annually, the Billings Symphony Orchestra and Chorale presents nearly one dozen outstanding concerts to the community. The talented 70-plus member orchestra

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offers a wide variety of works, composers and soloists. The annual Symphony in the Park is another wonderful event.

Thousands of area residents converge on Pioneer Park with their blankets and chairs and settle in for an evening of amazing music.

BILLINGS STUDIO THEATRE (1500 Rimrock Rd.–406-248-1141) Billings Studio Theatre is a major producer of live theater in Montana. Each season, six productions are offered to audiences, including everything from Shakespeare to Neil Simon.

The Billings Studio Theatre also offers three children’s theater productions each year.

THE PUB STATION (2502 1st Ave. N–406-894-2020) The Pub station is a live music venue in downtown Billings offering diverse options and an enjoyable atmosphere.

YELLOWSTONE ART MUSEUM (401 N. 27th St. – 406-256-6804) The Yellowstone Art Museum is located in a beautifully renovated building in downtown Billings.

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museum annually mounts 16 to 20 exhibitions of national and regional art, from contemporary to historic.

Drawing its audiences from a four-state region, the museum’s dynamic program also includes a lecture series featuring nationally known artists, critics and art historians. Of particular pride is the museum’s growing collection of regional contemporary and historic art which constitutes a living heritage in the ever-changing northern Rockies region.

Additionally featured is the Visible Vault, allowing patrons to view the museum’s vast collections not on exhibit.

WESTERN HERITAGE CENTER

Wise Wonders is engaging curious, creative and scientific minds in a playful learning environment for all children.

Exhibits appropriate for infant/ toddler and up!

BILLINGS CULTURAL PARTNERS For more information on arts in Billings, contact the Billings Cultural Partners at (406) 256-6804.

This not-for-profit entity is a consortia of cultural/arts organizations for collaborative marketing and community service.

YELLOWSTONE COUNTY MUSEUM (1950 Terminal Circle– 406-256-6811)

This community-oriented museum provides a unique experience for the visitor through The Western Heritage Center is a interpretive displays, educational non-profit regional museum of programming and research history which strives to preserve materials related to the history of the past through changing exhibits, our community, the Yellowstone educational programs and special River Valley and the Northern events illustrative of the rich culPlains. tural heritage of this area. Fascinating relics of pioneer and Native MORE… American life may be seen at this More than two dozen local art Affiliate of the Smithsonian galleries feature works of all types Institute. by regional and national artists.

Montana State University Billings WISE WONDERS CHILDREN'S MUSEUM and Rocky Mountain College (110 N. 29th St., 406-702-1280) further enrich the community with (2822 Montana Ave.– 406-256-6809)

Alberta Bair Theater

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concerts, theater and art exhibits.

The MetraPark complex, with a 10,000-seat capacity, schedules concerts, rodeos, trade shows, rock groups, orchestras, and the state’s largest event, MontanaFair.

Billings is home to the Shrine Auditorium which offers stage and trade shows and the Shrine Circus.

Motor sports rev up at Billings Motor Sports Park at mile marker 16 on Highway 87 and at Yellowstone Drag Strip off Highway 3 west of Billings.

Artwalks, Summerfair, Strawberry Festival, SpringFest, Burn the Point Classic Car Show, motorcycle hill climbs, parades, Billings Chamber and business social gatherings all add to the fun happenings. Find events at VisitBillings.com.

revitalized and enhanced experience for residents, professionals, visitors, employees and students. Join thousands of people who come to experience festivals, music and markets during event season. Subtle reflections of who we are as a community are woven in the thoughtful design of new projects and street enhancements cared for by the Business Improvement District ambassadors, the Purple People. The mission of the Downtown Billings Alliance is to provide leadership in the promotion, advocacy and support of Downtown Billings as a vital center of our community as it relates to social, economic and environmental well-being. (Source: Downtown Billings Association).

DOWNTOWN BILLINGS

DINING AND SHOPPING

Walk downtown Billings any time of the year and you will encounter numerous restaurants, coffee shops, wine and tapas bars and microbreweries. Downtown Billings is a dwelling for enthusiasts of all kinds! With a focus on urban development and culture, including a premium selection of retail shops, dining establishments, services, lofts, apartments and entertainment, Downtown Billings boasts a

From locally owned boutiques and cafes to popular chain stores and restaurants, Billings has it.

Any day of the week you can walk through downtown Billings and enjoy breakfast, shopping, lunch, more shopping and a fine dinner. Boutique shops like Buckaroo Businesses, Cricket Clothing, Apricot Lane, Lou Taubert Ranch Outfitters, Bottega, and Aspinwall, to name a few, offer a gorgeous selection of clothing.

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West Park Promenade Shopping & Dining

Meanwhile, on the city’s constantly developing west end, the Promenade at West Park, Gainan’s, Rimrock Mall, the Shiloh Crossing development, the new Scheel’s, Wal-Mart, Costco, Jason’s Clothing, The Joy of Living and other popular shops can help you cross everything off your to-do list.

Sam’s Club and Cabela’s off I-90 and King Avenue East are also important places to stop for your shopping needs.

Shopping and dining in Billings is more of a personal, friendly experience than many cities offer.

It isn’t unusual for residents and visitors to walk into a shop or a restaurant and be greeted by the owner. That personal connection is what builds such strong business and personal relationships at Montana’s Trailhead. From the Heights to the west end, you know you will have an incredible selection of any product you need.

From a cocktail dress to wear to a local fundraising event or a ski suit to wear on Red Lodge Mountain, you will find it shopping in Billings.

For a complete list of member restaurants, retailers, hotels and attractions, we invite you to check out VisitBillings.com.

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(1) North Shiloh Family Medicine 2223 Mission Way, Billings, MT 59102 P-406-237-8989 F-406-237-8990

(4) Internal Medicine 2900 12th Ave N, Ste. 310 W, Billings, MT 59101 P-406-238-6900 F-406-238-6939

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