Billings Chamber Relocation Guide 2020

Billings

RELOCATION GUIDE

WELCOME to Montana’s Trailhead

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Meet The Locals

Our relocation agents know Montana...

They’ve been around the block... This block. Experienced, well connected, highly respected, and ready to serve.

Welcome to the neighborhood.

Lance Egan

Anita Dolan

406-698-0008

406-860-5576

Lance@Floberg.com

Anita.Dolan@Floberg.com

Myles Egan

Susan B Lovely

406-698-1601 Sue@LovelyMontana.com LovelyMontana.com

Dan Smith

Darwin George

406-860-4997

406-794-4663

DanAndBethSmith@Floberg.com

Darwin@DarwinGeorge.com

406-855-0008

Suzie Countway

Robin Hanel

Ginger Nelson

406-671-1595

406-860-6181

406-697-4667

Myles@Floberg.com

Countway@Floberg.com

Robin@RobinHanel.com

Ginger@Floberg.com

Rhonda Grimm

406-661-7186 RSGrimm@AOL.com MontanaMovesU.com

Nancy Curtiss

406-696-2434 Nancy@Floberg.com NancySellsMontana.com

Sheila Larsen

406-672-1130 Sheila@Floberg.com

www.Floberg.com • Offices in Billings, Columbus, & Red Lodge • @FlobergHomes © 2020 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchise of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices Housing Opportunity.

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COURTNEY FRYLING YLING KING AVE 655-3923 NMLS ID #1282313

NIKKI WALDO KING AVE 2721 655-2721 NMLS ID #1047832 2

KIM TOMLJENOV VICH ICH 14TH & GRAND 655-3902 NMLS ID #400460

ROSHON FORAN 14TH & GRAND 655-3915 NMLS ID #1534989

LAURIE HUFNAGEL GEL KING AVE 655-2702 6 NMLS ID #472493 NML

TAMI HAR T HARTMANN D DOWNTOWN 896-4812 896-4 NMLS ID #523510 NML

KEN BOESCHEN SHILOH & GRAND 655-3997 NMLS ID #502291

ACACIA MADILL SHILOH & GRAND 371-8102 NMLS ID #1268142

MICHAEL MITCHELL CHELL DOWNTOWN 371-8108 NMLS ID #635064

MONICA DOOLEY HILLTOP & MAIN 896-4801 NMLS ID #716675

EXP EXPERIENCE PERIENCE ERIENCE YOU YOU CAN COUNT ON You can count on us to be your partner every step of the way during your new home purchase.

Whatever path you choose to purchase your dream home, our experienced Real Estate Team will find the home loan solutions that work best for you!

Stop in today or apply easily and quickly online at stockmanbank.com.

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WELCOME TO

BILLINGS

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We know you will enjoy the business focused, familyfriendly 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 the leader in the region of multiple industries, including energy, agriculture, healthcare and education.

Ask residents what they love about Billings and you’ll receive responses about the friendly people who make up this great community. With a resilient economy, quality education, exceptional medical opportunities, solid housing market, historic culture and leisure ventures, you will find Billings the perfect place to work, play and thrive.

Billings is the largest city in Montana with a city limit population of 109,868 and a population growth rate of 7.8%. It’s within Yellowstone County, and is the largest metropolitan and trade area in a 500-mile radius.

Billings has balance. It’s large enough to experience the community at your own pace, but small enough to run into friends at the grocery store. It has a welcoming spirit that is inclusive while celebrating the unique diversity that makes up our western culture. And Billings is strong, with a variety of economic pillars, good business, low unemployment and amenities that boost quality of life. Billings is energetic and growing, embracing its heritage while looking forward to the future.

Whether relocating your business or your family, you’ll find Billings, Montana to be a thriving, historic, and culturally diverse community offering a strong economy and business climate, an abundance of outdoor activities, a dynamic arts and culture scene, all with fantastic schools and seasoned with local charm.

Billings’ residents have passion, a commitment to their 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 – it’s a beginning to any and all of those things you want to do in life: start your career, pivot a business, grow your family, take a vacation, or enjoy your golden years. If you can think of it, it can begin in Billings.

The Billings Chamber proudly manages Visit Billings, Visit Southeast Montana, and NextGEN. BillingsChamber.com VisitBillings.com BillingsNextgen.com SoutheastMontana.com

See us before you arrive!

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contents sections

Top Investors Big Sky level

WELCOME TO BILLINGS • 5 7 Letter from Chamber CEO 8-9 About the Billings Chamber 10 National Recognition for Billings RELOCATION RESOURCES • 11 11 Vehicle Registration 12 D river Registration and Hunting Licenses

13 F ishing Licenses/School & Voter

Registration/Local Government

14 Relocation Resource Listings THINGS TO DO • 15 16 Retail 17-18 Dining 20-21 Entertainment ECONOMY • 24 25 Overview 26-27 Agriculture 28 Transportation 29 Resources EDUCATION • 30 31 Billings Public and Private Schools 32 Higher Education HOUSING • 34 35 Real Estate 36 Apartments/Extended Stay Hotel/Motel Properties

HEALTHCARE RESOURCES • 37 38 Hospitals 39 Medical Groups/Senior Living/ Healthcare Services

PARKS & RECREATION • 40 41 Overview 42 Programming and Trails 43 Recreation and Gyms TOURISM • 44 45-53 Visit Billings Travel Guide 54 Visit Southeast Billings 55 Lodging BILLINGS EVENTS • 56-57 58 Billings Chamber Events 6

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Granite Peak level Holiday Station Stores NorthWestern Energy US Bank

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Albertsons All Around Roofing and Exteriors Big Sky Economic Development

By All Means CentiMark Computers Unlimited Crowley Fleck PLLP Denny Menholt Chevrolet Diamond B Companies Dovetail Designs & Millwork Inc. Entre Technology Services ExxonMobil Refining & Supply Co. Kampgrounds of America Kinetic Marketing And Creative Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. Montana’s Rib & Chop House MSU Billings Foundation Northern Hotel Opportunity Bank of Montana PayneWest Insurance Phillips 66 Rocky Mountain Bank Sanctuary LLC Sibanye - Stillwater Spectrum Reach The Western Sugar Cooperative Vertex Consulting Group Walmart Walmart, Heights Western Security Bank Yellowstone Valley Electric Co-Op, Inc.

Published by: The Billings Gazette Project President: Dave Worstell Project Management: Marya Pennington Creative Designer: Nadine Bittner Advertising Sales: Contact the Billings Gazette Advertising Department by calling 406-657-1370 Photo Contributors: Billings Chamber, Visit Billings, Adobe Stock

www.billingschamber.com PO Box 31177 Billings MT 59107-1177 406-245-4111 • 800-711-2630 • Fax 406-245-7333

BILLINGS IS CHANGING.

Chamber Staff John Brewer, CAE - President & CEO John@BillingsChamber.com

Jennifer Reiser, CCE, IOM - Chief Operating Officer Jennifer@BillingsChamber.com

René Beyl - Operations & Engagement Manager Rene@BillingsChamber.com

Megan Stevenson – Accountant Megan@BillingsChamber.com

Your Chamber Is Leading The Way.

Kelly McCandless - Director;

Communications & Workforce Development

Kelly@BillingsChamber.com

Daniel J. Brooks - Director; Business Advocacy Daniel@BillingsChamber.com

Welcome to Billings, Montana’s Trailhead

Marya@BillingsChamber.com

Daniel Kosel - Business Development Manager Dkosel@BillingsChamber.com

With over a 150,000 area residents, Billings is Montana’s city. Shaped by the Yellowstone River and sheltered by the sandstone Rimrocks, Billings is the leader in regional commerce, providing healthcare, transportation, exceptional shopping experiences, educational opportunities, and diverse cuisine, arts and culture to over 500,000 people throughout the region.

Jack Jennaway - Business Advocacy Coordinator

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

Brenda Maas - Visit Southeast Montana Tourism Marketing Director

Billings connects you with warm, genuine, hard-working people who have a uniquely Montana perspective – and who take the time to look you in the eye and welcome you as one of their own. This is the land that embraces a diversity of populations. The Northern Cheyenne and Crow Indian Nations with unique languages, cultures and traditions, are an integral part of our community.

Billings is also the place where you will find fingerprints from the Old West, from William Clark leaving his signature as he passed through with the Lewis and Clark Expedition, to Calamity Jane raising a ruckus right here in downtown Billings.

Billings is a special place to live, work, and recreate. From here, you can travel back in time, or experience local culture and tradition all with a friendly smile and a welcoming spirit. The choice is yours, so get ready for the trek of a lifetime as you start your next adventure in Billings – Montana’s Trailhead.

Welcome,

John Brewer, CAE President & CEO Billings Chamber of Commerce

Marya Pennington - Public Relations Manager

Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives

2015 Chamber of the Year

Jack@BillingsChamber.com

Visit Billings Staff Alex Tyson - Executive Director, Visit Billings Alex@VisitBillings.com

Alyssa Voeltz - Visitor Services Manager Alyssa@VisitBillings.com

Luke Ashmore - Visitor Information Center Assistant Luke@VisitBillings.com

Alyson Murnion - Visit Billings Leisure

Marketing, Sales & Social Media Manager

Alyson@VisitBillings.com

Visit Southeast Montana Staff Brenda@SoutheastMontana.com

Megan Hoffman - Visit Southeast Montana Tourism Marketing Specialist MHoffman@SoutheastMontana.com

2020-2021 BOARD OFFICERS Mike Nelson – Chair Northern Hotel

Nichole Mehling – Chair Elect

St. Vincent Healthcare Foundation

Julie Seedhouse – Treasurer Century 21 Hometown Brokers

Brian Brown – Past Chair

First Interstate Bank – Downtown

Board of Directors Dr. Scott Ellner - Billings Clinic Kolten Knatterud - Territorial Landworks Lenette Kosovich – Rimrock Sean Lynch - The Pub Station/1111 Presents Heather McDowell - Sibanye Stillwater David Mitchell - Coldwell Banker Commercial CBS Wayne Nelson - Stockman Bank Lisa Perry - NorthWestern Energy Jess Peterson - Western Skies Strategies Deborah Potter - Eide Bailly Jeremy Vannatta - PayneWest Insurance Dave Worstell - Billings Gazette

Ex-Officio Members Steve Arveschoug - Big Sky EDA Chris Kukulski - City of Billings Chancellor Rolf Groseth - MSU Billings Katy Easton - Downtown Billings Alliance Brandon Scala - Valley Credit Union Commissioner Denis Pitman Yellowstone County Commission Superintendent Greg Upham Billings Public Schools Leonard Smith Native American Development Corporation B i l l i n g s R e l o c at i o n G u i d e

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WE ARE YOUR 3C’S CHAMBER The Billings Chamber of Commerce is proud to play a role that sparks significant and sustainable changes and inspires possibilities in our growing community. We take on the difficult challenges, identify issues, work through the problems and stimulate business growth.

At our foundational core, we are Champions for our community and our members. As Conveners, we create space where people connect and unite. We are the Catalyst that makes important things happen.

Working together, we have made great progress in making Billings Montana’s Trailhead. A place where businesses thrive and the quality of life gets better and better. With your support, we will continue to be here for you every step of the way.

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Billings Chamber of Commerce 815 S. 27th St., Billings, MT 59101 | 406.245.4111

billingschamber.com

CATALYST

WE ARE THE SPARK THAT IGNITES BUSINESS GROWTH.

The Chamber team works diligently with members to identify the most challenging issues – and then takes action. We get to the heart of the matter, overcome roadblocks and bring about real change by connecting local leaders and influencers in business and government.

WE CONNECT DYNAMIC PEOPLE WHO MAKE THINGS HAPPEN.

CONVENERS

We thrive on collaboration and creating space for people to connect.

We bring members together with community leaders to build relationships, seize opportunities, identify challenges and promote positive outcomes.

Events include: • ANNUAL CHAMBER BREAKFAST • BILLINGS CHAMBER OPEN

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WE FIGHT TO BUILD A STRONG, THRIVING COMMUNITY.

We advocate for policies that will benefit businesses and our community. We push for smart planning and tackle our most-challenging issues, from workforce attraction and retention and public safety to air service and convention-center needs.

Do you have questions about your membership, the many resources available to you, or how to join? Contact the Chamber today!

Billings Chamber of Commerce 815 S. 27th St., Billings, MT 59101 | 406.245.4111

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WELCOME TO BILLINGS

NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR

BILLINGS 2020

2018

• Most Fitness-Friendly city in Montana – Insurify

• Best Place to Live in the State of Montana –

• Top 50 Cities in the US for Most Start-Up Businesses (#6) – AdvisorSmith

• Montana’s Tourism Marketing Campaign of the Year – Visit Billings

• Top 10 Home Base Cities for Road Trippers (#8) – Livability

• Platinum Choice Award as a Meeting and Convention Destination – Smart Meetings

2019

• Reader’s Choice Award – SportsEvents Magazine

Insights

• Naming of the U.S. Navy’s Freedom Class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) as the U.S.S. Billings (LCS-15) • Top 100 Best Places to Live (#24) – Livability

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• NCAA DII Cross Country Championships (2018/2020) • Top 7 Unexpected Places with Great Comedy Scenes – Livability • Top 10 Cities for Worktirement – SmartAsset • Home of the NAIA Women’s Basketball Championships (2016-2020)

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RELOCATION RESOURCES

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To make it easy for you as you relocate to the Billings area, we have gathered the following resources to make your transition simple and efficient. You can also reach out to the Billings Chamber of Commerce at (406) 245-4111 for additional information and guidance.

Vehicle Registration

If any of the following conditions apply, you will need to contact your County Treasurer’s Office to renew your vehicle registration in person instead of online.

• Your name or address has changed, you have moved to a different county,

or you no longer live in Montana.

• You now qualify for an exemption (e.g., military, tribal) that is not reflected on your registration renewal notice. You will be required to show proof of eligibility to receive the benefit of the exemption.

• You want to change your registration period, request a new license plate, or adjust your vehicle’s GVW. Specific situations require renewal customers to provide supporting documents when completing their renewal process online or in person.

The following situations require supporting documents. When renewing online, you may submit the documents electronically.

• You qualify for an exemption.

• You are renewing registration for a commercial vehicle with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 or more (e.g., trucks, truck tractors, and buses) used on public highways.

• You display a license plate type that requires recertification.

• You are a non-resident working in Montana.

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• You are renewing registration of special mobile equipment.

For more information on acceptable documentation, visit dojmt. gov/required-documents.

For questions or appointments in Yellowstone County call the YC Motor Vehicle Department at (406) 256-2833, or visit dojmt.gov/driving/ Driver’s License

Individuals with out-of-state licenses who wish to obtain a Montana driver license must:

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• For a standard driver’s license, you must apply within the first 60 days of living in Montana.

associated costs, and application deadlines is available on the FWP website at fwp.mt.gov/hunting/licenses/all/

• If you are seeking a commercial license, then you must apply within 30 days of living in the state.

Licenses can be purchased online at fwp.mt.gov/hunting/licenses/ or at the following locations in Billings:

You also may be required to pass written and road tests, in addition to a vision test. However, driver examiners may, at their discretion, waive the written and road tests for individuals who have in their possession a valid license issued by another state.

Billings Army Navy Surplus Store 10 N 29th Street (406) 259-8528

Cabela's Wholesale Inc 4550 King Ave E (406) 373-7300

You can renew or replace your license and find more information at dojmt.gov/driving/driverservices/.

Fish Wildlife And Parks - Region 5

If you are an active duty, reserve, or honorably discharged member of the U.S. Armed Services, the Montana Motor Vehicle Division offers a unique number of services and benefits. Please visit dojmt.gov/driving/militaryservices/ for more information.

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The Billings Driver’s License Station is located at 615 S. 27th St, Billings, MT 59101. You can contact them at (866) 450-8034 or visit their website at dojmt.gov/driving/contact-mvd/.

Wal-Mart

2300 Lake Elmo Dr (406) 247-2940

1121 Shiloh Crossing Blvd (406) 656-9220

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2600 Gabel Rd (Westend) 216 N 14th St (Downtown) 1908 Main St (Heights) (406) 252-5707

2525 King Ave W (Westend) 1649 Main St (406) 652-9692

Hunting & Trapping Licenses

Hunting and trapping licenses are issued

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RELOCATION RESOURCES Fishing Licenses

For a fishing license, you are considered a Montana resident after having lived 180 consecutive days in Montana.

After establishing residency, you must live in the state of Montana for a minimum of 120 days per year.

A valid fishing license is required for all types of fishing on state waters.

To fish in Montana, most anglers need two licenses: a Conservation License and a Fishing License.

A Conservation License is needed before you can buy any fishing or hunting license that Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) issues. Conservation license applicants are required to provide their social security number in addition to the information usually requested. A valid driver’s license or a valid photo ID is required to purchase a license.

A fishing license allows a person to fish for and possess any fish or aquatic invertebrate authorized by the state’s fishing regulations. It is nontransferable and nonrefundable. The license enables one to fish from March 1 through the end of February of the following year.

More information is available on the Montana FWP website at fwp.mt.gov/fish/license/default. html or call (406) 247-2940.

Billings Public School Registration

Billings Public Schools has now moved to an online enrollment process. You can use the online School Locator tool at www.billingsschools. org/parent-portal/school-locator to determine in which school district you live and then use the Enrollment Express Portal at ecollect.accelaschool. com/billings#! to register a student in Billings Public Schools.

You may need the following documents to finalize enrollment: 1. Child’s birth certificate or passport

2. Proof of address (utility bill, lease agreement, buy/sell agreement) 3. Proof of immunizations or exemption forms 4. Transcript or current grades if enrolling for high school 5. Current IEP (If applicable) For more information, please visit the Billings Public Schools Enrollment & Registration page at www. billingsschools.org/our-schools/ enrollment-registration.

For higher education, a student must reside in Montana for one year immediately preceding registration to meet the requirement as a Montana resident. Attendance as a full-time student is not sufficient to qualify as a resident.

For information about relocating to Montana, visit the state’s website at montana.gov/residents/.

Registering to Vote

Voter registration is done at the County level. Voters wishing to register to vote, change a registration or request an absentee ballot in Yellowstone County can do so in person – at the County Elections office in Room 217 of the Yellowstone County Courthouse at 217 N. 27th St. Late registration must be done in person. To complete by mail, voters must fill out the appropriate form and mail to the Election Administration, Yellowstone County Election Office, P.O. Box 35002, Billings, MT 59107-5002. Forms can be found at app.mt.gov/voterinfo/.

absentee ballot in Yellowstone County and once you are enrolled to receive an absentee ballot, you will automatically receive one before every election until you remove your registration. Please note that there is a deadline before each election to receive an absentee ballot in time to vote by absentee ballot.

To check the status of your voter registration in Montana, visit the My Voter Page on the MT Secretary of State website at app.mt.gov/voterinfo/.

Voters can also verify that an absentee ballot has been received and counted through the My Voter Page.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Billings City Government operates on the Council-Manager model, in which City Council oversees the general administration, makes policy, and sets budget. Council appoints a professional city manager to carry out day-to-day administrative operations. Billings has two council members for each of its five wards and a separately elected mayor who chairs council meetings and has a vote on City Council.

Councilmembers serve four-year terms and are limited to two consecutive terms. Members must reside within the Ward from which they are elected and must be qualified voters of the City of Billings. Elections take place every two years on odd numbered years and the terms of Councilmembers are staggered such that half of Council seats are up for election in every term.

City Council meetings are open to the public and take place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. Agendas and Minutes can be found at ci.billings.mt.us/.

Once registered, you will be eligible to vote in all elections that are relevant to your address, including primary, general, City Council, School Board, and special elections. If an absentee ballot is requested, the ballots will automatically be mailed in advance of those elections. There are no restrictions on who may vote by B i l l i n g s R e l o c at i o n G u i d e

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RELOCATION RESOURCES Utilities/Garbage etc. Kings Ace Hardware

Newspapers

Denise Joy

Republic Services of Montana

Billings Gazette Communications

Pam Purinton

(406) 248-5400 www.republicservices.com/

(406) 656-1446 www.kingsacehardware.com

Lawn Doctor

(406) 672-4272 Tele-communications www.lawndoctor.com/billings-mt/

Verizon Cellular Plus

Leisure In Montana, Inc.

Cellular Plus

Lockwood Ace Hardware

(406) 651-5757 www.cellularplus.com

(406) 867-4848 www.TheRightDevice.com

AT&T - Connect Wireless (406) 539-7718 www.connectwireless.com

Spectrum Reach

(877) 273-7626 www.spectrumbusiness.net

BluePrint Solutions by TCT (406) 248-4204 www.tctwest.net

Triangle Communications (406) 394-7807 www.itstriangle.com/

(406) 652-6500 www.LeisureInMontana.com (406) 656-1447 www.LockwoodAce Hardware.com

Montana HotSpring Spas (406) 652-7727 www.lovethetub.com

Next Level Lawn Care (406) 855-6595 www.facebook.com/ extlevellawncareMT/

Tacoma Screw Products, Inc. (406) 248-4540 www.TacomaScrew.com

The Home Depot (406) 655-9038

Employment Services www.HomeDepot.com Thomae Lumber of Billings Billings Job Service (406) 652-3080 www.montanaworks.gov

Adecco

(406) 652-7644 www.AdeccoUSA.com

(406) 657-1300 www.billingsgazette.com

Billings Area News Group (406) 652-2763 www.carboncountynews.com

The Billings Times (406) 245-4994 www.billingstimes.net

Television Stations KULR 8 TV Cowles Montana Media Co (406) 656-8000 www.kulr8.com

KTVQ-TV (Q2) (406) 252-5611 www.ktvq.com/

ABC 6 and Fox 4

(406) 652-4743 www.yourbigsky.com

Radio Stations

(406) 647-0337 joyd@billingsmt.gov (406) 656-9495 purintonp@billingsmt.gov

Penny Ronning

(406) 579-9778 ronningp@billingsmt.gov

Mike Boyett

(406) 694-2436 boyettm@billingsmt.gov

Shaun Brown

(406) 698-2328 browns@billingsmt.gov

Public Safety Officials/ Departments Rich St. John - Billings Chief of Police (406) 657-8460 bpd@billingsmt.gov

Billings Crime Prevention Center (406) 247-8590 2910 3rd Avenue N.

Desert Mountain Broadcasting Downtown Resource Officers - KBLG, KRKX, KRZN, (406) 690-4227 (406) 256-0740 www.meadcompanies.com/locations/ KWMY, KPLN, KYYA (406) 248-7777 COUNTY view/id/14 www.planet1067.com COMMISSIONERS TruGreen Townsquare Media John Ostlund (R) (406) 256-9499 (406) 248-7827 www.CatCountry1029.com

(406) 256-2701 jostlund@co.yellowstone.mt.gov

(406) 672-0550 billings.weedmanusa.com

KGHL Radio LLC

Denis Pitman (R)

(406) 245-6323 www.jobconnection.org

Pet CARE

Radio Billings/Upstream Media Donald Jones (R)

Prioricare Staffing Solutions

(406) 839-9116 www.pawsandreflectpetsalonmt.com

Employment Source

(406) 256-3653 www.employment-source.biz

Job Connection, Inc.

(406) 252-8645 www.prioricare.com

Spherion Staffing (406) 655-9200 www.spherion.com

SI Staffing

(406) 969-1025 www.sistaffing.com

HOME, Lawn & GARDEN Big Sky Spas (406) 371-7394 www.bigskyspasmt.com/

Billings Hardware Co.

(406) 652-3877 www.billingshardwarestore.com

Canyon Creek Nursery (406) 652-1010

Gainan’s Garden Center (406) 248-5029 www.gainans.com/

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www.trugreenmontana.com

Weed Man Billings

Paws & Reflect Pet Salon

Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter, Inc (406) 294-7387 www.YVAS.org

Dee O Gee

(406) 435-4245 billings.dee-o-gee.com

(406) 252-6661 www.Mighty790.com (406) 238-1000 www.hot1019.com

(406) 256-2701 djones@co.yellowstone.mt.gov

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

Statewide Officials

Bill Cole - Mayor

(406) 444-3111 or (855) 318-1330 governor.mt.gov

(406) 657-8296 coleb@billingsmt.gov

Council Members Kendra Shaw

(406) 670-7772 Billings Animal Family Hospital shawk@billingsmt.gov (406) 245-4772 www.billingsanimalfamilyhospital.com Mike Yakawich (406) 254-2445 Animal Clinic of Billings, P.C. yakawichm@billingsmt.gov (406) 252-9499 Frank Ewalt www.animalclinicofbillings.com (406) 861-8964

Lund Equine Surgery & Sports ewaltf@billingsmt.gov Medicine Roy Neese (406) 373-6642 www.lundequine.com

(406) 794-3318 Neeser@billingsmt.gov

Moore Lane Veterinary Hosp. Danny Choriki (406) 252-4159 www.moorelanevethospital.com/

(406) 256-2701 dpitman@co.yellowstone.mt.gov

(406) 748-6116 chorikid@billingsmt.gov

As of summer 2020

Steve Bullock (D) - Governor Tim Fox (R) Attorney General

(406) 896-4326 ContactDOJ@MT.Gov

Corey Stapleton (R) Secretary of State (406) 444-2034

Matt Rosendale (R) State Auditor

(800) 332-6148 or (406) 444-2040 csimt.gov/contact/

Elsie Arntzen (R) Superintendent of Public Instruction

(406) 444-3680 or (406) 444-3693

THINGS

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THINGS TO DO

Billings is Montana’s largest shopping hub, with both local and national stores that offer endless options. From HEIGHTS Butts Gun Sales

(406) 252-8442 www.buttsgunsales.com

outdoor gear to trendy clothing to unique finds and Montana made

Yesteryears Antique Mall

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treasures, Billings has everything you need for some retail therapy.

Red Wing Shoes

(406) 256-3567 (406) 656-6450 www.facebook.com/YesteryearsMT/ www.RedWingShoes.com

MIDTOWN First National Pawn - Heights Ardie’s Coins, Inc.

Riddle’s Jewelry - Rimrock Mall

Shipton’s Big R

Rimrock Art & Frame

(406) 245-0111 www.FirstNationalPawn.com (406) 252-0503 www.shiptonsbigr.com

Walmart

(406) 254-2842 www.walmart.com/ store/2923-billings-mt

DOWNTOWN Aspinwall

(406) 702-1586 www.aspinwallmountainwear.com

Cricket Clothing Co.

(406) 259-3624 www.cricketclothingco.com

ELICHAI Fine Jewelry

(406) 252-5600 www.Elichai.com

Jasons Clothing Store

(406) 655-4300 www.jasonsclothingformen.com

Kibler & Kirch

(406) 446-2226 www.kiblerandkirch.com

Magic City CustomWorx

(406) 969-1605 www.MagicCityCustomWorx.com

Northern Hotel Boutique (406) 867-6767 www.northernhotel.com

One Source Lighting

(406) 655-7949 www.onesourcebillings.com

Real Deals

(406) 252-0744 www.realdeals.net/billings

SOMETHINGchic

(406) 702-1421 www.somethingchicclothing.com

(406) 656-8777 www.ArdiesCoinsAndJewelry.com

Cameron Records

(406) 534-3423 www.cameronrecords.com

Davidson Home Furnishings & Design

Legacy Estate Sales (406) 896-1140 www.legacyess.com

Rec Room Billiard & Recreational Supply (406) 670-4325 recroommt.com

The Base Camp

(406) 248-4555 www.thebasecamp.com

The Joy of Living

(406) 294-1701 www.thejoyofliving.com

The Ski Station, LLC

(406) 656-3398 www.rimrockmall.com

Sagebrush Trading Post (406) 652-1922 www.facebook.com/ sagebrushtradingpost/

Sleep Number

(406) 651-9350 www.sleepnumber.com

Stonefly Studio

(406) 656-6326 www.stoneflystudio.com

The Banyan Tree

(406) 534-8533 shopthebanyantree.com/

Walmart

(406) 652-9692 www.walmart.com/ store/2923-billings-mt

WEST END

Wild Birds Unlimited

First National Pawn

(406) 245-7022 www.FirstNationalPawn.com

(406) 245-1640 www.wbu.com/billings

Yellowstone Olive Company

Habitat for Humanity ReStore (406) 969-2167

(406) 652-0960 • 685 King Park Drive www.facebook.com/ www.billingshabitat.org YellowstoneOliveCompany/

I. Keating Furniture & Mattress (406) 281-8000 www.ikeatingfurniture.com

(406) 294-1701 www.thejoyofliving.com

Western Pawnbrokers

(406) 652-5679 300 S 24th St W A09 Rimrock Mall http:/www.mainstreetmenswear.com

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Rimrock Mall

(406) 245-5559 www.theskistation.com

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(406) 652-3455 www.rimrockart.com

(406) 656-9540 www.DavidsonHomeFurnishings.com Rustic Mountain Furnishings (406) 652-0100 Gainan’s Midtown www.RusticMountain (406) 245-6434 Furnishings.net www.gainans.com

Leslies Hallmark The Joy of Living - Downtown (406) 656-2224

(406) 245-2334 www.westernpawnbrokers.com

(406) 655-0834 www.riddlesjewelry.com

Main Street Menswear

SHILOH Candy Town USA

(406) 651-9196 www.CandyTownUSA.com

Goldsmith Gallery Jewelers (406) 252-3662 www.goldsmithgallery jewelers.com

Ranch House Meat & Sausage Co. - Westend

(406) 656-0777 www.ranchhousesausageco.biz

Riddle’s Jewelry Shiloh Crossing

(406) 969-1610 www.riddlesjewelry.com

Scheels All Sport

(406) 656-9220 www.scheelssports.com

Slumberland Furniture (406) 656-3500 www.slumberland.com

Western Ranch Supply

(406) 252-6692 www.westernranchsupply.com

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THINGS TO DO

Billings is home to a large array of culinary fare, and has earned national accolades from brews to burgers!

Enjoy farm to table meals that are locally sourced and so delicious. Or Heights Applebees

(406) 656-6858 www.applebees.com/en

Bull Mountain Grille

(406) 254-2855 www.bullmountaingrille.com

Montana Jack’s (406) 252-0243 www.MtJacks.net

Pizza Ranch - Heights (406) 839-2366 pizzaranch.com

check out one of our many coffee shops filled with unique pastries and aromatic coffee. Perhaps your sweet tooth is what is calling you! We have many delectable dessert options,

Überbrew

(406) 534-6960 www.UberbrewMT.com

Thirsty Street Brewing Co. (406) 969-3200 www.thirstystreet.com

Doc Harper’s

(406) 200-7177 www.DocHarpers.com

McCormick Cafe

(406) 255-9555 www.mccormickcafe.com

Raven’s Cafe d’ Art

Downtown

(406) 256-6804 ext. 247 www.artmuseum.org

The Pub Station

The Fieldhouse Cafe

BAR MT

Ciao Mambo

(406) 894-2020 www.1111Presents.com (406) 534-1810 www.thebarmt.com

(406) 534-2556 www.thefieldhousemt.com (406) 325-5100 www.ciaomambo.com

Last Chance Pub & Cider Mill The Burger Dive (406) 534-8918 www.lastchancecider.com/

(406) 281-8292 www.theburgerdive.com

from ice cream to crème brule to chocolate offerings that will curb your cravings. Browse our list of restaurants and coffee shops to find just what your taste buds are looking for.

Rockets Gourmet Wraps & Sodas

(406) 248-5231 www.rocketwraps.com

Montana Brewing Company & Hooligan’s Sports Bar

(406) 252-9200 www.montanabrewingcompany.com

Perkins Restaurant (406) 248-8320 perkinsrestaurants.com

Montana Sky

(406) 238-4340 Double Tree by Hilton Billings – www.facebook.com/ MontanaSkyRestaurant/

Buffalo Block Steakhouse

Jake’s Downtown

Pita Pit - Downtown

Stella’s Kitchen & Bakery

High Horse Saloon & Eatery

Guadalajara Family Mexican Restaurant

(406) 245-7477 www.BuffaloBlock.com (406) 245-7482 www.PitaPitUSA.com

(406) 259-0111 www.HighHorseSaloonand Eatery.com

Walkers American Grill & Tapas Bar (406) 245-9291 www.walkersgrill.com

Well Pared

(406) 534-3170 wellpared.com

(406) 259-9375 jakesdt.com

(406) 248-3060 stellaskitchenandbakery.com/

(406) 259-8930 www.guadalajararestaurantmt.com/

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit (406) 969-3909 www.Dickeys.com

Tiny’s Tavern

(406) 259-0828 tinystavern.com/

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Midtown (24th to Downtown)

Westend

Bistecca At The Granary

(406) 534-3075 www.byallmeans.beer

(406) 259-3488 www.BisteccaGranary.com

By All Means

U Do Yogurt & Pizza

TOPZ Sandwich Company

Qdoba Mexican Grill

Shiloh

Outback Steakhouse

(406) 545-8463 http:/www.topzsandwich.com

Billings Best Yogurt

(406) 534-2353 BillingsPokeSushi.com

(406) 371-5003 (406) 652-6000 www.facebook. www.billingsbestyogurt.com com/U-Do-Yogurt-1634811373473050/

Steve’s Hot Dogs

Baskin Robbins

The Ohana Poke Company

(406) 534-2747 - steveshotdogsmt.com/

(406) 652-1351 www.baskinrobbins.com

Well Pared Eatery & Juice Bar Trailhead Spirits (406) 534-3170 www.wellpared.com/

(406) 969-1627 www.trailheadspirits.com

Redneck Pizza

TOPZ Sandwich Company

(406) 534-3495 redneckpizza.net

(406) 969-1043 www.TOPZSandwich.com

Pita Pit - Westend

The Red Door Lounge

(406) 652-9261 www.pitapitusa.com

(406) 259-6419 www.thereddoorlounge.com

TOPZ Sandwich Company

Mackenzie River Pizza Co. - Westend

(406) 545-8463 http:/www.topzsandwich.com

Chalet Market

(406) 656-6600 www.chaletmarket.net

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(406) 651-0068 www.mackenzieriverpizza.com/

Redneck Pizza (406) 534-3495 redneckpizza.net

The Divide Bar & Grill (406) 894-2206 www.dividebargrill.com

Jersey Mike’s Subs (406) 606-0237 www.jerseymikes.com

Bullman’s Pizza

(406) 839-2386 www.bullmanspizza.com

Texas Roadhouse

(406) 651-5885 www.TexasRoadhouse.com

Montana Club

(406) 969-1211 www.MontanaClub.com

Staggering Ox

(406) 294-6969 www.staggeringox.com/billings

(406) 656-5500 www.qdoba.com

(406) 652-3565 www.outback.com

Montana’s Rib & Chop House (406) 551-4982 www.ribandchophouse.com

Fuddruckers

(406) 656-5455 www.fuddruckers.com/ billings-homestead

The Windmill

(406) 252-8100 www.windmillbar51.com

Western Empire Emporium

(406) 652-7705 www.WesternEmpireEmporium.com

Pizza Ranch

(406) 294-3663 www.pizzaranch.com

Mooyah

(406) 294-3797 www.mooyah.com

Fiesta Mexicana

(406) 601-1177 www.fiestamexicanamontana.com

DINING Gracias Amigos A Family Mexican Restaurant Serving Lunch & Dinner

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THINGS TO DO

Billings is a diverse and exciting destination that caters to all ages.

Get outside for a walk or hike, grab a canoe or kayak, ride the rails at ENTERTAINMENT Alberta Bair Theater

(406) 256-8915 North • www. albertabairtheater.org

Art House Cinema and Pub & Babcock Theater (406) 534-1128 www.arthousebillings.com

Billings Studio Theatre, Inc. (406) 534-4407 www.billingsstudiotheatre.com

Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale (406) 252-3610 www.BillingsSymphony.org

Bitterroot Sip and Paint, LLC (406) 318-9681

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the downtown skate park, or explore ancient caves in the fresh Montana air.

Enjoy local music and the arts, go rock climbing, or take a ride down water

Moss Mansion Historic House Museum (406) 256-5100 www.mossmansion.com

NILE Stock Show & Rodeo (406) 256-2495 www.thenile.org

The Grand Escape Room (406) 860-8243 www.GrandEscapeRoom.com

The Pub Station

(406) 894-2020 www.1111Presents.com

Western Heritage Center (406) 256-6809 www.ywhc.org

Wise Wonders Science & Discovery Museum (406) 702-1280 www.WiseWonders.org

slides. There are so many options!

Billings is packed full of adventure and provides endless enjoyment.

Yellowstone Art Museum (406) 256-6804 www.ArtMuseum.org

Yellowstone County Museum (406) 256-6811 www.ycmhistory.org

ZooMontana

(406) 652-8100 www.zoomontana.org

Montana Audubon Center (406) 294-5099 www.mtaudubon.org/center

Out of the area: Buffalo Bill Center Of The West (307) 587-4771 www.bbhc.org

Heart Mountain Interpretive Center (307) 754-8000 www.HeartMountain.org

Montana Whitewater Rafting & Zipline Company (800) 799-446 www.montanawhitewater.com

Huntley Project Museum Of Irrigated Agriculture (406) 348-2533 www.HuntleyProjectMuseum.org

Pompeys Pillar

(406) 969-5380 www.PompeysPillar.org

ENTERTAINMENT

of downtown Billings. This self-guided tour is made up of six breweries, two THINGS TO DO distilleries and one cider house, all within easy walking distance. Take this 1.5-mile brewery route and enjoy historic sites along the way. billings brew trail

- a self-guided tour made up of six breweries, two distilleries and

Montana’s only walkable brewery trail is located in downtown Billings

one cider house, all within an easy 1.5 mile walking distance.

Thirsty Street at the Garage 2123 1st Ave N # B

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Please drink responsibly. Visit Billings is not responsible for actions taken by individuals using this tour.

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2526 Montana Ave

Überbrew offers a full menu, so stop here for an appetizer and a drink before you head out.

Go stir crazy with hand crafted cocktails at Asylum Distillery. Montana Made Gin, Vodka, Rum and even Moonshine, this is Straight Jacket you will actually enjoy! Unique décor to represent life inside of an asylum, complete with an electric chair.

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1400 S. 24th Street

Stop at Trailhead Spirits for a taste of their award-winning Montana made and hand-crafted gin and vodka, and small batch whiskey.

Canyon Creek Brewing 3060 Gabel Road

The first brewery built from the ground up in Billings. From the avid beer connoisseurs to first-time triers, Canyon Creek has something for everyone.

By All Means Brewing 1400 S 24th St W #3

Our mission is simple. We push the limits of product creation to deliver exceptional beer, great food, and an atmosphere that strays from tradition. With a little innovation and creativity, we strive to bring an interactive experience to our customers...by all means necessary.

Billings Brew Trail

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Fishing opportunities nearby provide excellent opportunities to get outside.

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PLACES OF WORSHIP Baptist

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328 S. Shiloh Rd. Billings, MT 59106 406-652-3161 www.myemmanuel.net

3411 3rd Ave. S. Billings, MT 59101 406-259-7611 www.maryqueenofpeacebillings.org st. BErnard CathOliC ChurCh

226 Wicks Ln. Billings, MT 59105 406-259-4350 www.stbernardblgs.org

st. patriCk CO-CathEdral

215 N. 31st St. Billings, MT 59101 406-259-3389 www.stpatrickcocathedral.org st. pius X parish 717 18th St. W. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-2522 www.stpiusxblgs.org st.thOmasthE 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 406-259-0535 Reading Room-2817 2nd Ave. N. 406-248-8661 Dial in to Services: 1-877-333-3702, Conference Code 1234567 www.christiansciencechurchbillingsmt.org

119 N. 33rd Billings, MT 59101 406-252-7186 www.stlukesbillings.org

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

1235 West Wicks Lane Billings, MT 59105 406-259-5648 www.harvestchurch.tv

Foursquare Faith ChapEl

517 Shiloh Road Billings, MT 59106 406-656-8780 www.faithchapel.cc WOrd OF liFE FEllOWship 1737 King Ave. W. Billings, MT 59102 406-655-2002 www.wordoflifebillings.org

5 Lewis Ave. Billings, MT 59101 406-252-4171 www.amluth.org

1290 Sierra Granda Blvd.

Billings, MT 59105 406-245-7004 www.atonementbillings.org 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

non-DenoMinational Faith FamilY ChurCh

3608 Custer Ave. Billings, MT 59102 406-281-3762 www.faithfamilybillings.com

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

uniteD ChurCh oF Christ maYFlOWEr COngrEgatiOnal ChurCh 2940 Poly Dr. Billings, MT 59102 406-656-5414 An Open and Affirming Just Peace Church Where God is Still Speaking. mayflowerofbillings.com

penteCostal pEntECOstals OF Billings

2939 Colton Blvd.

Billings, MT 59102 406-652-2443 pobmt.org

Jewish (urJ) COngrEgatiOn BEth aarOn

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

Billings Chamber members are highlighted.

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

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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, Regional Tourism Bureau,

Economic Development Authority and downtown revitalization organization.

Together, officials within these groups work closely with City of Billings and Yellowstone County representatives to help the community grow.

ECONOMY Economic History

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 with excellent rail, road and air transportation, allowing industry to thrive. At Montana’s Trailhead, you will experience a community that is the center of progressive regional commerce.

Energy Resources

Continental Oil began selling products in Billings (then “Coulson”) in 1876.

The first refinery opened in 1949.

Today, the Billings area is home to three refineries producing around 180,000 barrels of oil per day from oil operations in Montana, Wyoming, and primarily Canada. This 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. With drilling in the Bakken Oil Play, Canadian Tar Sands, and other lucrative locations in motion, Billings is positioned as the regional hub for the energy industry of the northwest United States.

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

Among the many diverse sectors of the Yellowstone County economy is a robust manufacturing industry. According to Paddy Flemming, the director of operations at MMEC (Montana Manufacturing Extension Center), there are more than 400 different enterprises engaged in some level of manufacturing within Yellowstone County.

Among them are numerous businesses that support Montana’s agricultural industry, specializing in the manufacture of everything from prepared feeds and feed ingredients to the processing of meats and grains that are harvested from the area, and a diverse group of manufacturers that specialize in all types of metal fabrication, many of which are distributed throughout the US and beyond. Billings also has a large contingency making products to support the area’s thriving medical and construction industries, and the manufacturing list would not be complete without mentioning Billings’ brewers and distilleries, with an incredible selection of some of the finest quality micro brews in the country.

Agriculture

Montana’s number one industry is agriculture and it plays a crucial role in the Billings economy. From wheat, corn and barley to sugar beet farms and cattle ranches, we take great pride in our local agricultural industry. Read more about our agriculture industry later in this section.

Education

The educational community in Billings provides tremendous opportunities for residents within the city as well as the outlying communities. Quality education can be found at all levels of curriculum, from pre-schools to secondary education, Billings offers a full spectrum of quality institutions.

You can read more in the Education section of this guide.

Healthcare

Billings’ medical corridor provides the most advanced healthcare services in a four-state area, including Wyoming and the Dakotas. Two fully equipped and modern hospitals and 40 medical clinics offer quality care and a complete range of medical, surgical, and emergency services. Our healthcare staff, doctors and specialists have received national attention for

their medical achievements. For more information about medical services, see the Healthcare section of this guide.

Taxes

Montana is one of a few 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 upon its productivity level. For more information on state and local government, see the Local Government section of this guide.

Economic Climate

In 2020, AdvisorSmith ranked Montana the top state in the U.S. where Americans start up the most new businesses, and Billings was ranked 6th in the top 50 mid-sized cities in the U.S. for starting a new business. Billings’ housing, schools, cultural and recreational attractions, quality of labor force, taxes and regulatory climate make the city competitive for businesses big and small. Our city is a successful investing ground for new and expanding businesses. MONEY Magazine ranked Billings in 2018 as the “Best Place to Live in the State of Montana” based on critical factors such as affordability, safety, convenience, and a bustling economy. And in 2019, Livability ranked Billings #24 out of the “2019 Top 100 Best Places to Live” in the United States, based on thousands of data points measuring economics, housing, amenities, infrastructure, demographics, social and civic capital, education, health care, diversity and inclusion. Ultimately Livability decided that these top 100 cities, including Billings, were “unique, welcoming, affordable and bursting with opportunities”.

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Driving through Billings, it is easy to see the presence of industries like healthcare, oil and gas, and education; however, the equally essential agriculture industry cannot be overlooked. Agriculture is Montana’s number one industry, contributing more monetary value ($4.4 billion) to the state’s economy than any other industry. And it’s not just farmers and ranchers that make up the industry.

Businesses like agriculture supply stores, implement dealers, agricultural broadcasting, seed suppliers, banks and agrichemical manufacturers also add to the agricultural sector.

The primary income drivers for Yellowstone County agriculture are crop and livestock production.

Differing from the state average, Yellowstone County’s livestockrelated revenue is typically greater than crop-related revenue. In 2019, Yellowstone County ranked third in the state for cattle inventory. The county is also home to sheep, dairy and hog production, as well as many feedlot operations. Billings has two livestock yards, PAYS (Public Auction Yards) and BLS (Billings Livestock Commission) that continue to market a high volume of cattle statewide and via Northern Livestock Video auction. Horse, sheep, and goat sales also take place at the local sales yards.

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see, it’s important to remember that a majority of Yellowstone County’s land is rangeland or pasture. Most of that land is devoted to raising the high-quality beef cattle that Montana is proud to have. Cow/calf operations are scattered throughout the county with calves commonly shipped to the Midwest in the fall. There, they are fed well-rounded rations until they are “finished.” At that point, it’s only a matter of time until consumers have access to nutritious beef in the grocery store or restaurant!

Yellowstone County is geographically diverse, with some of the most developed farming systems in the state.

The Yellowstone River runs the length of the county and separates the dryland farming areas to the north and south.

The areas east and west of Billings, along the river, showcase the fertile irrigated lands. If you live outside the city limits, chances are good that you will be near some form of agriculture.

The major crops grown in Yellowstone County are alfalfa, wheat, barley, corn, and sugar beets. Alfalfa and other hay grown in the area is predominantly raised and saved to feed livestock during the colder months. Because of the county’s cool weather and snowfall, livestock need to be supplemented with hay in order to ensure their nutrient requirements are met. Cows are typically in their

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second and/or third trimester of pregnancy during the winter, so their nutrient requirements are even higher.

Of the wheat raised in Yellowstone County, most is winter wheat. For example, area producers planted 59,000 acres of winter wheat in 2018 at an average yield of 49 bushels to the acre generating 2.84 million bushels (Source: Montana Annual Bulletin, 2019 USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service). One bushel of wheat yields approximately 42 pounds of white flour, so that’s a lot of bread, tortillas and cakes!

Winter wheat is planted in the fall and takes advantage of Yellowstone County’s fall and winter moisture, whereas spring wheat is planted in the spring. Spring wheat is not as wellsuited for this region’s climate and therefore not as commonly grown.

Most of the barley raised is for animal consumption or malting purposes.

Montana is known for producing some of the highest quality barley in the country, and a lot of that barley is used for products like beer. Several large beer companies use Montana barley for their products, including Molson Coors (formerly MillerCoors), which has a facility located near Huntley a few miles east of Billings.

Corn grown in Montana and Yellowstone County is mainly used for animal feed. You’ll find most of the county’s corn in the irrigated regions; however, dryland corn is getting to be more and more common. Corn can be chopped for silage or combined for grain.

Sugar beet production is relatively unique to Montana and something that sets Yellowstone County apart from many other counties. Area sugar beet growers are part of the Western Sugar Cooperative. As growers and shareholders in the cooperative, they strive to produce high quality sugar.

Tonnage or yield and sugar content of their beets is very important!

Finally, the Yellowstone County Extension Service provides an invaluable service for producers, home owners and youth through programs such as 4-H, Family and Consumer Services and the Montana State University Experiment Station located near Huntley. The Southern

Agricultural Research Center is one of seven research centers throughout Montana. This research center is a 462 acre facility that resides along the Yellowstone River about twenty miles east of Billings. The primary function of this research center is to conduct educational programs for dryland and irrigated areas in South Central Montana.

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ECONOMY Glacier National Park 414 miles

Seattle, WA 821 miles Portland, OR 677 miles

Havre Glasgow Wolf Point Sidney MONTANA Glendive Minneapolis / St. Paul, MN 840 miles Yellowstone Billings National Park 129 miles

Salt Lake City, UT 556 miles

Los Angeles, CA 1241 miles

Las Vegas, NV 972 miles Phoenix, AZ 1204 miles

Air Service

Billings is proud of the top-notch air service it provides. Billings Logan International Airport serves a large demographic region including most of eastern Montana and northern Wyoming. This area represents a population base of more than 337,000 that utilize the airport.

Find out more at FlyBillings.com.

Aside from the scheduled major air carriers that offer flights daily connecting Billings with all points of the world, there is one fixed base operator, Edwards Jet Center,

Denver, CO 552 miles

Chicago, IL 1230 miles

Dallas/Fort Worth, TX 1094 miles

located at the airport. For more information call (406) 252-0508.

Also, Corporate Air specializes in air services offering feeder airline cargo service and is a certified Commercial Operator and Air Carrier. For more information call (406) 247-3131.

Approximately 12 cargo and mail carriers including UPS, Airborne and FedEx service Billings.

Public Transportation

MET Transit is the city’s public transportation system. It provides fixedroute and paratransit bus service and

Airlines Serving Billings Logan International Airport

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Daily Non-Stop Flights Multiple Non-Stop Flights/Week Seasonal Non-Stop Flights Intrastate Flights

is the primary mode of transportation for many residents of Billings. Use of MET transit promotes cleaner air, helps to mitigate traffic congestion problems, and provides a safe and reliable transportation alternative for all.

Billings also offers bus connections through Greyhound and Jefferson Lines with numerous daily arrivals and departures, to every state in the continental United States as well as Canada and Mexico. Karst Stage offers seasonal bussing to Yellowstone National Park.

RESOURCES

ECONOMY The Billings Chamber of Commerce

(406) 245-4111 www.billingschamber.com/ The Billings Chamber of Commerce plays a role that sparks significant and sustainable changes and inspires possibilities in our growing community. We take on the difficult challenges, identify issues, work through the problems and stimulate business growth. We are a Champion for our community and our members, a Convener who creates space where people connect and unite, and a Catalyst that makes important things happen.

Big Sky Economic Development

(406) 256-6871 www.bigskyeda.org Their mission is to sustain and grow Yellowstone County’s vibrant economy and outstanding quality of life, by providing leadership and resources for business creation, expansion, retention, new business recruitment and community development.

BillingsWorks

(406) 256-6871 www.billingsworks.org/ A collaboration of Billings businesses and organizations hosted by Big Sky Economic Development and supported by the Billings Chamber of Commerce, that brings together partners and resources to anticipate and respond to community workforce needs.

ROCK 31

(406) 254-6014 rock31.org/ Rock31 is the region’s next generation of entrepreneur and business-building strategies. They connect entrepreneurs to peers and mentors and offer informal encounters where these innovators, inventors, small-business owners and successful business leaders collaborate to make things happen.

Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

(406) 254-6014 sbdc.mt.gov/billings The SBDC focuses on free one-on-one counseling and low cost training in areas such as financial analysis, business planning, strategic planning, loan packaging, financial projections and market research to help small businesses achieve their goals.

SCORE

(406) 927-7640 www.MontanaScore.org A nonprofit and resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) that fosters vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education.

WHETHER TRAVELING FOR BUSINESS OR pLEASURE, WITH EXCEpTIONAL AIR SERVICE AND ACCESSIBILITY,

WE’LL GET YOU THERE.

Convenient flight options available year round and seasonally through multiple hubs.

Housing Authority of Billings

(406) 245-6391 www.billingsha.org They offer affordable and innovative housing opportunities and special programs for those in need.

Montana Department of Labor and Industry (406) 444-2840 dli.mt.gov/ State office that provides resources and support for both employers and employees.

Native American Development Corporation (NADC)

(406) 259-3804 www.nadc-nabn.org/ A hub for American Indian businesses that provides technical assistance, financial lending opportunities, and champions small businesses and tribes in order to empower Indian communities toward economic and social stability.

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encompasses kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as adult education.

SD2 is made up of 22 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, as well as a

career and technical education campus.

SD2 employs about 1,850 full-time equivalent positions.

EDUCATION

Education

Elementary Schools

Sandstone

Other Education

Alkali Creek

Washington

(406)-281-6200

(406)-281-6221

Billings Community & Adult Education

Arrowhead

Middle Schools

(406)-281-6201

Beartooth

(406)-281-6202

Bench

(406)-281-6203

Big Sky

(406)-281-6204

Bitterroot

(406)-281-6205

Boulder

(406)-281-6206

Broadwater

(406)-281-6207

Burlington

(406)-281-6208

Central Heights (406)-281-6209

Eagle Cliffs (406)-281-6210

Highland

(406)-281-6211

McKinley

(406)-281-6212

Meadowlark (406)-281-6213

Miles Avenue (406)-281-6214

Newman

(406)-281-6215

Preschool Friendship House of Christian Service

(406) 259-5569 • 3123 FriendshipMT.org

YMCA

(406) 248-1685 BillingsYMCA.org

(406)-281-6220

Ben Steele

(406)-601-1600

Castle Rock (406)-281-5800

Lewis and Clark

Higher Education

Riverside

Montana State University Billings

(406)-281-8600

(406)-281-6000

Will James

(406)-281-6100

High School Career Center (406)-281-5340

Senior High

Rose Park

(406) 657-2300

Rocky Mountain College (406) 657-1000

Other Secondary Ed Options Charter College

(406)-281-5400

(406) 294-0156 www.chartercollege.edu

Skyview High

City College - MSU Billings

(406)-281-5200

West High

(406)-281-5600

(406) 247-3000 www.citycollege.msubillings.edu

Dawson Community College (406) 377-3396

District Information dawson.edu Billings Public Schools Walla Walla University (406) 281-5066 www.billingsschools.org

(406) 254-9907 www.wallawalla.edu

Private Schools

Yellowstone Christian College

Billings Catholic Schools

Lockwood Schools – East of Billings

(406)-281-6218

Huntington Learning Center

Medicine Crow

Poly Drive Ponderosa

(406) 855-8191 www.m2branch.com

(406) 651-5884 www.billings.huntingtonhelps.com

(406) 252-0997 www.billingscatholicschools.org

(406)-281-6217

M2B Ranch Equine Learning Center

(406)-281-5900

Orchard

(406)-281-6216

(406) 281-5003 www.BillingsAdultCommunityEd.org

(406) 656-9950 YellowstoneBaptist.edu

Lockwood Schools

(406) 256-0363 www.lockwoodschool.org

(406)-281-6219

Explorers Academy (406) 245-7233 BillingsHeadStart.org

AWARE -Early Head Start (406) 656-0928 www.aware-inc.org/

ZooSchool

(406) 794-0124 ZooMontana.org

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Higher Education

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.

80%

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GRADUATION RATES

MONTANA

85.6%

WASHINGTON

79.7%

COLORADO

78.9%

OREGON

74.8%

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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.

Billings proudly offers a wide array of higher education opportunities with diverse program offerings and local representation from Charter College, Dawson Community College, Walla Walla University and Yellowstone Christian College.

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DAYCARE/PRESCHOOL Billings CatholiC sChools PresChools, DaYCare, anD BeFore anD aFter Care 511 Custer Ave. Billings, MT 59101 406-252-0997 www.billingscatholicschools.org Billings FamilY YmCa 402 N. 32nd St. 406-248-1685 www.billingsymca.org BoYs & girls CluB 505 Orchard Lane 406-245-2582 www.begreatyellowstone.org

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

WonDer Years Preschool, transportation, before and after school care.

38 Burlington Ave. Billings, MT 59101 406-245-4192 www.wonderyearsmt.com ZoosChool PresChool 2100 S. Shiloh Road Billings, MT 59106 406-652-8100 www.zoomontana.org.

Billings Chamber members are highlighted.

C.a.r.e. aCaDemY (406) 252-5569 Before and After School Care www.unitedwayyellowstone.org/care-academy FrienDshiP house oF Christian serviCe 3123 Eighth Ave. S. 406-259-5569 www.friendshipmt.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

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HOUSING

MEDIAN HOME COST

0% SALES TAX

DENVER

$349,200

PORTLAND

$345,000

BILLINGS

$220,900

AFFORDABLE & LIVABLE WHAT’S THE COST TO OWN THIS HOUSE? DENVER

$695,000

BILLINGS

$279,500

STATE INCOME TAX

55% LOWER THAN U.S. AVERAGE

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

Choose a view of the mountains, a relaxing deck off the golf course or a ranch in the country to compliment your Montana lifestyle. The options are as diverse as the scenic landscape.

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for those looking to purchase a new home. The average sale price of a home is $250,000 (as of Q1 of 2020), and with the help of a local real estate professional and a bit of research, those new to the Billings area will find a great home for a reasonable price.

Billings also offers apartments and studio living designed with community living in mind, with amenities such as

rooftop terraces and lounges, pet parks, and easy walkability to local shops, dining and entertainment. People thrive on options, and the Billings market has responded by offering a large variety that will suit any taste.

For additional information about buying or renting a home, please refer to the following real estate listings.

HOUSING Property Rentals Affinity At Billings

406 Own This Montana Real Estate (406) 208-5450 www.406ownthis.com

(406) 245-4295 www.AffinityAtBillings.com Billings Real Estate

Avenue C Apartment Homes (406) 894-2295 www.liveavenuec.com

IRET Properties

Professionals

(406) 248-4409 www.billingsrealestate professionals.com

THINKING ABOUT A CUSTOM BUILT HOME IN BILLINGS? Let me show you how you can afford the home of your dreams.

Your custom built concept-2-completion dream home is possible.

At Nygaard Builders, LLC we are passionate about building homes!

From the conception of the idea to your move-in day, we love being there every step of the way helping you realize your dream.

In a city that is constantly growing and changing, helping you establish yourself or your family in the landscape is our favorite thing to do! Everyone at Nygaard Builders, LLC has a real passion for their work and that comes through in the homes we build.

Billings Best Real Estate – Michelle Lee

(406) 656-7336 (406) 661-2200 www.IRETapartments.com michelle.billingsbestreal estate.com Magic City Terrace (406) 248-9117 41 Realty Group www.voanr.org

Rainbow Property Management Inc.

Jaidyn Milliron

(406) 670-1578 www.41realtygroup.com

(406) 248-9028 billingsrpm.com

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Storage Rentals Floberg Real Estate (406) 860-6181 Aaron’s www.floberg.com Diamond Real Estate

Homestead Self Storage

(406) 256-0400 www.diamondrel-estate.com

Montana Outdoor Storage

Yellowstone Properties Billings MT

(406) 652-5050 www.homesteadstorage.com Keller Williams

(406) 698-1116 www.montanaoutdoor storage.com

Suhr Transport - Mayflower

(406) 245-4135 www.suhrtransport.com

U-Haul

(406) 545-2594 www.Uhaul.com

Realtors Century 21 Hometown Brokers (406) 591-0021 www.century21hometown. com

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Floberg Real Estate (406) 254-1550 www.floberg.com

(406) 670-9799 www.homesforsalein Billings.com

Coldwell Banker - The Brokers

(406) 652-6100 www.cbthebrokers.com

ERA American Real Estate (406) 259-3977 www.era406.com

(406) 850-1800 • Nygaardbuilders.com

(406) 655-0005

KWBillings Montana.com

Kirby Realty Inc. (406) 690-7777 www.shermankirby.com

Magic City Real Estate

Making the Homeownership Dream a Reality.

(406) 850-9858 www.magiccityrealestate.com

Metro Realtors LLP (406) 245-9300 www.metrorealtors.net

Western Skies Real Estate – Mike Hines (406) 697-9031 www.hines.realtor

MK Realty

(406) 534-2654 www.mkrealty.org

North Acre Real Estate

(406) 860-2931 www.northacre realestate.com/

RE/MAX of Billings (406) 896-2200 www.remax-billings.com

Realty Connections

(406) 591-8736 www.buyhomesbillings.com

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HOUSING Reger Properties/Reger Oil (406) 698-1010

Stock Development

(406) 591-4540 www.NewHomesInBillings.com

The Ashley Delp Team

(406) 690-4388 www.AshleyDelpTeam.com

The Real Estate Hub

(406) 671-1441 billingsbesthomesgroup.com

Western Skies Real Estate - Tami Bonkowski

Magic City Terrace (low income housing)

APARTMENTS

IRET Properties

(406) 850-4237 www.WesternSkiesMT.com

Affinity At Billings

(406) 245-4295 www.AffinityAtBillings.com

Avenue C Apartment Homes (406) 894-2295 www.liveavenuec.com

(406) 248-9117 www.voanr.org

(406) 656-7336 www.IRETapartments.com

Rainbow Property Management Inc. (406) 248-9028 billingsrpm.com

EXTENDED STAY WESTEND Hampton Inn & Suites

(406) 656-7511 www.billings westsuites.hamptoninn.com 3550 Ember Lane

Homewood Suites by Hilton (406) 656-0525 www.homewoodsuites.com

Residence Inn by Marriott (406) 656-3900 956 S. 25th Street W www.Marriott.com/bilri

Towne Place Suites by Marriott (406) 652-7106 www.Marriott.com/bilts

Western Executive Inn

(406) 294-8888 3121 King Avenue W. www.westernexecutiveinn.com

SureStay Plus by Best Western

(406) 294-9090 3040 King Ave West www.hotelsone.com/Billings/ SureStay-B-West‎

DOWNTOWN Home2 Suites

(406) 252-2255 www.Home2Suites3.Hilton.com

Swift Building Lofts

(406) 839-2266 www.swiftbuildinglofts.com

CENTRALLY LOCATED Hampton Inn

(406) 248-4949 www.billings.hamptoninn.com 5110 Southgate Drive

Best Western Plus Kelly Inn & Suites (406) 256-9400 www.billingsbestwestern.com 4915 Southgate Drive

My Place Hotel

(406) 259-9970 www.myplacehotels.com 4770 King Ave East

HEIGHTS Country Inn & Suites

(406) 245-9995 www.countryinns.com/billingsmt 231 Main Street

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HEALTHCARE

HEALTHCARE Billings’ medical corridor is a major part of the local economy and is often a reason people choose to relocate here. 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 nearby, you will appreciate this aspect of Billings.

Our medical facilities provide the most advanced healthcare services in a four-state area (including Wyoming and the Dakotas). Two fully equipped and modern hospitals, SCL Health St. Vincent’s and Billings Clinic, offer care from a staff of doctors and specialists that have received national attention for their medical achievements.

There are 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, and offer a complete range of medical and surgery services and emergency care.

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HEALTHCARE HEALTHCARE

BILLINGS CLINIC

RIVERSTONE HEALTH

SCL HEALTH ST. VINCENT’S

Billings Clinic operates with an approach and system that is similar to that of Mayo Clinic. They are a nonprofit, multi-specialty group practice of more than 250 physicians and providers, and many members of its staff are recognized for outstanding healthcare services. The organization is governed by the Billings community with physician leadership at all levels, with branches across the city. Contact Billings Clinic at (406) 238-2500 or visit their website at BillingsClinic.com.

RiverStone Health officials strive to build personal connections with everyone they serve to provide optimal solutions in healthcare. Focusing on public health and education, dignity, respect, understanding, kindness, and sensitivity are the principles underlying every customer interaction.

Contact RiverStone Health at (406) 247-3200 or visit their website at RiverStoneHealth.org.

SCL Health St. Vincent’s is a Catholic non-profit organization that is one of the region’s largest healthcare providers.

Their clinics across the region are part of the Sisters of Leavenworth Health System. SCL Health serves the healthcare needs of more than 500,000 people in a four-state area.

The hospital and clinics are staffed with nationally recognized physicians.

The campus is located in the Billings’ Medical Corridor and currently spans over 20 acres. Contact SCL Health at (406) 657-7000 or visit their website at SCLHealth.org.

We are here for you.

As Montana businesses and our communities adjust to new challenges, rest assured that St. Vincent Healthcare and our clinics are here to safely serve you and your family.

From virtual visits and walk-in care to making sure that our hospitals are safe for all patients who need life-saving emergency care, we are here for you.

Learn more and see how we are protecting your health at svh.org

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HEALTHCARE Clinic/Medical Groups

Plush Skincare Studio / Estheva

Eagle Cliff Manor / River Ridge Assisted Living

Fuller Family Medicine

Tallman Dermatology & Medical Spa

Highgate Senior Living

(406) 294-9515 ext. 23 www.tallmandermatology.com

(406) 651-4833 www.highgateseniorliving.com

(406) 697-4954 www.HomeHelpersHomeCare.com/ Billings

RiverStone Health

Dentist/Oral Surgery

Lasting Legacy Assisted Living

SYNERGY HomeCare

Optometrists/ Surgical Centers

Flex Family Health PLLC (406) 894-2425 www.flexfamilyhealth.com

(406) 651-9355 www.FullerFamilyMedicine.com

(406) 969-2018 www.plushskincarestudio.com/

(406) 245-9330 www.welcov.com/find-a-location/ eagle-cliff-healthcare-community/

(406) 247-3200 www.riverstonehealth.org

Billings Oral Surgery (406) 655-0170 www.billingsoralsurgery.com

Specialized Care

Brewer Dental Center

Laurel Health & Rehab

Brewer Dental Center

Legacy Health Care

James Threatt, M.D.

Mission Ridge

Montana Allergy & Asthma Specialists (406) 237-5500 www.mt.allergy.com

Northern Rockies Surgery Center of Billings

(406) 248-7186 www.northernrockiessurgery.com

Picture Perfect Ultrasound

(406) 969-4340 www.pictureperfectultrasound.com

PURE Infusion Suites (406) 702-1327 pureinfusionsuites.com

The Rehabilitation Hospital of Montana

(406) 413-6200 www.rehabhospitalofmontana.com/

Rimrock

(406) 248-3175 www.rimrock.org

Touchstone Medical Imaging (406) 545-2110 www.touchstoneimaging.com/ locations/billings/

Physical Therapy North 40 Physical Therapy (406) 318-8340 www.windcitypt.com

Ortho Montana

(406) 237-5050 www.montanabones.com

Physical Therapy in Motion

(406) 651-9099 www.physicaltherapyinbillings.com

Physical Therapy in Motion

(406) 969-2518 www.physicaltherapyinbillings.com

Tallman Dermatology & Medical Spa

(406) 294-9515 ext. 23 www.tallmandermatology.com

Medical Spas Vitality Medical & Wellness Center

(406) 671-0184 www.vitalitymedicalandwellness.com

(406) 656-6100 www.BrewerDentalCenter.com (406) 656-6100 www.brewerdentalcenter.com (406) 259-1155 www.sclhealth.org/find-a-doctor/t/ threatt-james-e/

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

(406) 839-0763 www.LastingLegacy.us

(406) 628-8251 www.laurelhealthandrehab.com (406) 694-7443 www.legacyinc.com

(406) 655-5200 www.missionridge.org

Morning Star Senior Living

(406) 652-9303 www.morningstarseniorliving.com

The Springs at Grand Park

(406) 252-1533 www.prilldental.com

(406) 652-6989 www.thespringsliving.com/ communities/montana/ the-springs-at-grand-park

Turley Dental Care

St. John’s United

Prill Dental

(406) 248-6177 www.turleydentalcare.com

(406) 655-5600 www.sjlm.org

Chiropractic Services

Sweetwater Retirement Community

100% Chiropractic

(406) 534-6465 www.100percentchiropractic.com

Heights Family Chiropractic PLLC

(406) 702-1041 www.heightsfamilychiropractic.com

Meier Family Chiropractic (406) 651-LIFE (5433) www.meierchiropractic.com

Van Chiropractic Clinic (406) 656-7000 www.drgreygardner.com

Retirement/Assisted Living Autumn Springs Assisted Living (406) 656-0422 www.autumnspringsassisted living.com

Bella Terra Billings (406) 656-5010 www.valleyhcc.com

(406) 651-8111 www.sweetwaterretirement.com

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

TenderNest, LLC (406) 655-9100 www.tendernest.com

WyndStone Active Senior Living (406) 325-8600 www.WyndStone.org

Compassus Hospice

2110 Overland Ave., Ste. 111 (406) 294-0785 www.compassus.com

Home Helpers Home Care

(406) 839-2390 www.SynergyHomeCare.com/ Billings

Barnett Opticians

(406) 652-4347 www.BarnettOpticians.com

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

Beartooth Vision Center (406) 652-9339 www.BeartoothVision.com

Billings Vision Center

(406) 534-6848 www.billingsvisioncenter.com

Brighter Sky Counseling

(406) 272-6228 www.brighterskycounseling.com

The Eye Clinic Surgicenter

(406) 252-6608 www.TheEyeClinicSurgicenter.com

Heights Eyecare

(406) 252-9927 www.heightseyecare.com

mental health Mental Health Center (406) 252-5658 www.mhcbillings.org

Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch (406) 655-2100 www.ybgr.org

Youth Dynamics

(406) 245-6539 www.youthdynamics.org

Senior Services A Plus Healthcare (406) 245-6356 www.aplushc.com

Adult Resource Alliance (406) 259-9666 www.AllianceYC.org

Compassus Home Health Billings

2110 Overland Avenue, Ste. 114 (406) 652-8883 www.Compassus.com

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Parks & Recreation

find a list of Billings’ parks, or to search for a park, use the Billings Parks and Recreation Park Finder at www.billingsparks.org/park-finder/.

Recreation, Sports and Swimming

The Billings Parks system boasts several recreation centers and swimming pools. There are also six neighborhood centers which house summer recreation programs and are available for public rental throughout the year.

Swimming Pools Include: • South Park Pool • Rose Park Pool Wading Pools Include: • Pioneer Park • Hawthorne Park Splash Pads Include: • Highland Park • Terry Park • Castle Rock Park • South Park • North Park

The Billings Parks and Recreation Department is finishing construction to develop the first phase of the Centennial Park master plan.

Centennial Park is around 23 acres and Phase 1 of the park development entails completing grading of the site, installation of interior sidewalks, installation of an automated irrigation system, and hydro seeding the open spaces. The project includes finishing construction of the parking lot on the east side of the park and installation of a restroom facility. The Friends of Billings Dog Parks Inc. has pledged $80,000 to the project for the completion of the fencing surrounding an off leash dog park area and two doggie water fountains. The Department is also planning to use the development of Centennial Park as an opportunity to create an arboretum, a place where a variety of less commonly used trees are cultivated for scientific, educational, and ornamental purposes.

Billings proudly boasts a few extraordinary community amenities in the parks that may not be expected: The Strike Zone Batting Cages at Stewart Park Billings Parks and Recreation

The diversity in the parks system provides for a wide variety of activities and experiences. Besides providing open spaces and scenic beauty, Parks serve as sites for scientific inquiry and educational opportunity. Additionally, they contribute environmental benefits like oxygen production, urban cooling, and filtering particulates from the air.

Billings parks are treasured by area residents, as indicated by the 2017 Comprehensive Masterplan Study which found 86% of households use a City Park at least annually (compared to a national average of 79%). To

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PARKS & RECREATION Soft Surface Trails Two Moon Park

This is a County Park situated on the east side of the Heights along the Yellowstone River just east of Bench Blvd. with an access road by Centennial Ice Arena. There are over 4 miles of natural trails encircling this riverside park with beautiful vistas of the Yellowstone River and riparian terrain. Trail use includes hiking and mountain biking and there is also boat access to the river.

Riverfront Park

Located north of the Yellowstone River and east of South Billings Boulevard, this park has some older asphalt trails, but numerous miles of natural trails skirting the river and small ponds and lakes.

Norm Schoenthal Island and Conservation Education Center

Natural area located on the north side of the Yellowstone River just west of South Billings Boulevard. There is a parking lot with a bridge access to the island and numerous gravel trails.

Several trails wind around the ponds and berms that have been created within the Conservation Education Center area along the channel.

Zimmerman Park

A county park located west of Zimmerman Trail with parking access south off of Hwy. 3. This is a scenic, natural park area with numerous dirt trails overlooking the City along the face of the Rims. There is also a short hard surface trail that directs visitors to a historic, informational kiosk.

Phipps Park

Located on the southwest side of Molt Road on the west end of Billings.

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Billings. Trail use includes hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and a challenging Disc Golf Course.

Hard Surface Trails Swords Rimrock Park Trail

The trail is two miles long and is located along the Rims south of Airport Road and east of the N 27th Street Airport entrance.

It is a beautiful section of trail as it meanders across the Rims and provides spectacular vistas of the City and the Yellowstone River Valley.

Jim Dutcher Trail

This trail starts in the Heights on Mary Street on the old railroad bed east of Bench Boulevard. It extends approximately 6.5 miles, passing by Two Moon Park and trailhead, dropping down off the Rims by Metrapark, along the Yellowstone River through Coulson Park and ending in Mystic Park, past the City Public Utilities water treatment plant. The Two Moon Trailhead provides parking with water and restroom facilities and there is also water and restrooms located just south of the public utilities area. Parking is also available on the back northeast lot of Metrapark, with an access trail to the main path by Alkali Creek Bridge/Falls.

Recreation Programs

The Parks and Recreation Department offers over 143 unique recreation program offerings to citizens of all ages. The division offers year-round recreational programs ranging from special interest classes, adult sports, youth sports and youth camps to early learning programs and active older adult programs. The wide range of activities the Recreation Division offers ensures there are opportunities for participants of all ages. The Recreation staff takes pride in providing affordable programs that are accessible to all members of the community. A full list of current Recreation Program offerings can be found at Billingsparks.org.

Parks are a hot spot for community events

The Parks and Recreation currently hosts two large volunteer events, Arbor Day and Refresh the Rims. They also have a fun end-of summer event called Dog Days of

Summer at Rose Park Pool. Additionally, the Parks and Recreation works with dozens of organizations throughout the community to host events in the Parks.

Some notable events include the Big Sky State Games, Movies in the Park, Billings Symphony in the Park, Montana Shakespeare in the Park, Saturday Live and Summer Fair, to name a handful. In 2019, the Parks and Recreation department facilitated 169 park use permits.

Arbor Day

A worldwide celebration of trees held in the early spring. This award-winning Arbor Day celebration brings community members together for a day of tree planting, volunteer projects, educational booths, and of course, a ceremonial tree planting to commemorate the day. The event attracts over 150 volunteers and around 450 local 4th grade students who take part in the education booths and tree planting ceremony.

Refresh the Rims

The annual fall volunteer event in which community volunteers fan out across Parkland on top of the Billings Rim Rocks to help clean up and beautify one of Billings’ defining landmarks. The event typically draws around 150 - 200 volunteers who clean over 4.5 miles of trails and natural parkland areas of trash and debris.

Dog Days of Summer

Held on the last day of summer just before the closure of Rose Park Pool. On this day, they close swimming to humans and open the pool to furry four-legged companions. Last year, over 300 dogs came through the gates to enjoy the pool!

Community members are encouraged to use the Park Finder function at www. billingsparks.org/park-finder/. This tool allows the user to see a map of all of the parks in our park system as well as search for and filter parks based on activity, facilities, and amenities.

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Gyms

Bitter Creek Outfitters

Anytime Fitness

(406) 855-6075 www.billingstrailrides.com

(406) 839-2075 www.anytimefitness.com

Centennial Ice Arena/ Billings Amateur Hockey League

Q360 Health

(406) 256-1192 www.CentennialIceArena.net

CDS Performing Arts Academy, LLC

(406) 652-5942 http:/www.cdstheedge.com

Oasis Water Park

(406) 969-3131 www.betterbillings.com

Montana Whitewater Rafting & Zipline Company (800) 799-4465 www.montanawhitewater.com

(406) 208-1167 www.Q360Health.com

9Round

(406) 969-5741 www.9Round.com/ billingsMTGrand

Stillwater Anglers

(406) 322-4977 www.StillwaterAnglers.com

Scheels All Sport

(406) 656-9220 www.scheelssports.com

STEEPWORLD Climbing & Fitness 406-969-2500 steepworld.com

Golf Courses Exchange City Golf Corp.

(406) 652-2553 www.billingspar3.com

The Briarwood

(406) 245-2966 www.thebriarwoodgc.com

Hilands Golf Club

(406) 245-7731 www.hilandsgolfclub.com

(406) 248-1685 www.billingsymca. org

Anytime Fitness

(406) 294-0170 www. anytimefitness.com

Granite Health and Fitness

(406) 252-7737 www. granitebillings.com

Orangetheory Fitness (406) 656-1144 orangetheory fitness.com

Limber Tree Yoga Studio, LLC (406) 860-9991 www. limbertreeyoga studio.com

Fuel Fitness

Yegen Golf Club

Eagle Rock Golf Course

Yellowstone Fitness

(406) 655-4445 www.eaglerockgolfcourse.com

Red Lodge Mountain Resort (406) 446-2610 www.redlodgemountain.com

(406) 318-4587 www.TotalNutritionBillings.com

Jazzercise

(406) 894-2350 www. clubfuelfitness. com/gym-billings/

(406) 656-8099 www.yegengolfclub.com

Total Nutriti on Billings

(406) 294-5040 www. granitebillings.com

Billings Family YMCA

(406) 294-5099 www.mtaudubon.org/center

(406) 412-8445 www.profileplan.com/Billings/

Granite Health and Fitness

Indoor waterpark.

Montana Audubon Center

Profile By Sanford Health Inside Out Living

(406) 839-9060 www.anytimefitness.com

(406) 245-1257 www.jazzercise. com

Red Lodge Mountain (406) 446-2610 www.redlodgemountain.com

(406) 894-2034 www.facebook.com/ fit406bootcamp/

Anytime Fitness

The Reef Water Park

(406) 839-9283 www.thereefindoors.com/

Fit 406 Bootcamp

(406) 245-0960 www.

YellowstoneFitness. com

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ahead to a place we’ve only imagined.

Big dreams in big skies. This is freedom - a city without limits, born in the shadows of the Rimrocks fed on the

waters of the Yellowstone and home to descendants of the West’s greatest legends. Welcome to Montana’s Trailhead. Forge Your Own Path.

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ZOOMONTANA zoomontana.org 406-652-8100

All year round, Billings provides visitors with opportunities to forge their own path outside and encounter mighty beasts in their natural habitats at the only zoo in all of Montana – ZooMontana. The Sensory Garden is designed so that sight- and hearing-impaired visitors can enjoy the experience as well.

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MONTANA AUDUBON CONSERVATION EDUCATION CENTER mtaudubon.org 406-294-5099 In the heart of the Yellowstone River Basin, Montana Audubon spans 54 acres and serves as a conservation and education center protecting wildlife and natural ecosystems.

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SHILOH CONSERVATION AREA ci.billings.mt.us/2430/ShilohConservation-Area Constructed to provide storm water control and water quality improvement, the 66-acre Shiloh Conservation Area offers a multitude of recreational benefits for Billings. Venture around the 2-mile trail system marked with interpretive signs, or head to a viewing platform that connects to the Billings Heritage Trail network.

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YELLOWSTONE WILDLIFE SANCTUARY yellowstonewildlifesanctuary.com 406-446-1133 Driven by education and conservation, the Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary rescues and rehabilitates native wildlife.

Wander the sanctuary to see wolves, bison, mountain lions, black bears and more.

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STATE PARKS & NATIONAL MONUMENTS

Unique Western history and adventure await you across our state parks and national monuments. Billings is your trailhead as you prepare to take in so many of these fantastic Montana experiences — all easily accessible from town. Whether it’s history or scenery, adventure or relaxation, you’ll find it in and around Billings.

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Located less than an hour from Billings, Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument memorializes the site of the Battle of the Little Bighorn which took place on June 25-26, 1876 between the United States Seventh Cavalry Regiment led by Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer, and the Sioux and Cheyenne under the political and spiritual leadership of Sitting Bull. THE LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD NATIONAL MONUMENT was originally named Custer Battlefield National Monument, but President George H.W. Bush renamed the site in 1991. It is now representative of those who were in the battle: Native Americans and the 7th Cavalry. This historic monument is located near Crow Agency on I-90 E, exit 510 (61.7 miles).

President Teddy Roosevelt made Yellowstone the world’s first National Park. Geysers, mud pots, painted canyons, wildlife and recreation make this park the best in the world. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, take Highway 212 to YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK via Red Lodge and Cooke City (130 miles).

Retrace the Lewis and Clark Expedition at POMPEYS PILLAR NATIONAL MONUMENT, where William Clark carved his name into this sandstone lookout rock, some of the only remaining physical evidence of the Expedition. Head East on I-94 (28 miles).

Outdoor enthusiasts will be in awe of the spectacular

BIGHORN CANYON NATIONAL RECREATION AREA and YELLOWTAIL DAM. The 71-mile-long lake, straddling the Montana-Wyoming border, is one of the largest canyons in the U.S. Follow I-90 to Hardin, then Highway 313 to Fort Smith (90 miles).

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Visit the log home and farmstead of Chief Plenty Coups at CHIEF PLENTY COUPS STATE PARK of the Crow tribe whose bravery, leadership and vision helped bridge the gap between two cultures. Take Highway 416 to Pryor (35 miles).

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The PICTOGRAPH CAVE STATE PARK has been in the making for thousands of years! Explore three caves and see evidence of habitation from 2,000 years ago. Visit the Visitor Interpretive Center and explore ancient artifacts.

Hop on I-90 E to Coburn Rd. (7.6 miles).

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A 64-acre reservoir, LAKE ELMO STATE PARK is an urban playground for outdoor adventurers—and four-legged pups. Walk the 1.4-mile nature trail around the lake, cast a line off of Roger’s Pier, or set sail on the lake’s calm waters.

Bring the dogs to play at the 200-square-foot fenced-in dog park. Follow US-87 N to Highway 312 (5.7 miles).

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Travel where the tyrannosaurus and triceratops once roamed at MAKOSHIKA STATE PARK, Montana’s largest state park. Dinosaur fossils have been discovered across the 11,538-acre park. Pop into the onsite visitors center to check out the geology and fossil displays, including a triceratops skull. Follow I-94 E (220 miles).

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YELLOWSTONE SCENIC HIGHWAY Forge your own path to excitement as you meander along the secluded back roads and monumental highways to Yellowstone National Park, Beartooth Highway and beyond, for a road trip experience that puts adventure in the driver’s seat.

Billings isn’t just Montana’s Trailhead, it is the gateway to Yellowstone’s Most Scenic Route via the Beartooth Highway.

Less than an hour from Billings, the Beartooth Highway provides breathtaking vistas from start to finish, guiding roadtrippers through the most beautiful entrance into Yellowstone – the nation’s first national park.

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Marvel at a volcano’s hidden power rising up in colorful hot springs, mudpots, and geysers. Explore mountains, forests, and lakes to watch wildlife and witness the drama of the natural world unfold.

Experience the history that led to the conservation of our national treasures “for the benefit and enjoyment of the people.”

An optional Yellowstone National Park route from Billings, also scenic, is Interstate 90 westward to Highway 89 south. Travel through beautiful Paradise Valley into the north entrance of Yellowstone at Gardiner.

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LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD NATIONAL MONUMENT – For the Western history buff RECOMMENDED STOPS: Pompeys Pillar National Monument; Hysham’s Yucca Theater 260 miles // 6 hours

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BEARTOOTH HIGHWAY – For forever views and forever memories

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POMPEYS PILLAR NATIONAL MONUMENT LOOP – For Lewis and Clark enthusiasts RECOMMENDED STOPS: Pompeys Pillar National Monument; Southeast Montana’s Birding Trail 195 miles // 5 hours

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BEST OF THE WEST – For charming small towns with Western flair RECOMMENDED STOPS: Roundup River Walk Heritage Trail; dine at Jersey Lilly Saloon 255 miles // 5 hours

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Forbes calls it one of the country’s most dazzling drives.

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CHIEF JOSEPH SCENIC BYWAY – For beauty and rich history Chief Joseph Scenic Byway offers access to Yellowstone Scenic Route including US Highway 212. 247 miles // a full day or more

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HISTORIC RECREATION LOOP – For adventures in the Wild West This day trip takes you through rugged plains (with nicely paved roads) to the quintessential “Old West” town of Cody, WY. 245 miles // a full day or more

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TRAILS As Montana’s Trailhead, what better place to hit the trails?

Billings offers hundreds of acres of city parks and 47 miles of walking and biking trails that surround the city. Forge your own path to these recommended trails.

Head to VisitBillings.com/outdoorenthusiasts to access a complete guide of the Billings trail system.

Approximately 7 miles of trails are along the legendary Yelowstone River. Bring a picnic lunch and dip your toes in the water!

The stretch of trail along the RIMROCKS off Airport Road (Highway 3) is a fantastic place to take in the mountains. These sandstone bluffs surround the city and are estimated to be at least 70 million years old. On a clear day, five mountain ranges can be seen from the trail: Pryor, Big Horn, Bull, Crazy and Absaroka-Beartooth. For history buffs, this stretch of trail is a historic mecca. View Yellowstone Kelly Interpretive Site, the legends of Black Otter Trail, Boothill Cemetery and much more!

Billings has 39 city parks and several excellent wild land parks outside city limits. With everything from pools to trails, from tennis to basketball, from picnic tables to playgrounds, there’s a park for everyone in Billings. Pick the park for you at billingsparks.org.

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Take in history and architecture with a ride, walk or run through DOWNTOWN BILLINGS. Check out buildings like the Western Heritage Center (the original Parmly Billings Library) and the Historic Train Depot along Montana Avenue. Dive in a little deeper and see the historic buildings and businesses that began Billings’ legacy along with the modern updates that keep Montana’s City buzzing today.

GEO-CACHING is another great way to explore the Trailhead.

With more than 500 geo-cache treasures in the city of Billings alone, this is an ideal way to get outside, take in the history and the six views. Take home some Montana trinkets and leave behind something from your hometown.

COMPLIMENTARY BIKE RENTAL Stop by the Visitor Information Center to borrow a bike for the day or find the nearest bike rental location. There is no charge to ride, but a credit card is required to guarantee the return of the undamaged bike. Call or text 406-245-4111 to learn more.

SWORDS RIMROCK PARK

Billings is the trailhead to Montana, and Swords Rimrock Park is the trailhead to Billings. This in-town escape provides breathtaking views, historic icons, paved recreational trails and a Billings experience that should not be missed.

Enjoy two miles of paved trails in the park and go on to enjoy the approximate five-mile ride to the river.

BOOTHILL CEMETERY A historic cemetery with mostly unknown gravesites from the historic Coulson community.

ZIMMERMAN PARK Head less than five miles down the road from the Trailhead for sandstone hiking and biking loop tracks with great views of the city. Bring your pup along for the adventure!

4.7 miles from the TRAILHEAD

BLACK OTTER TRAIL A road only to be traversed by hearty vehicles, this is best explored by bike or on foot and offers great views of the city.

TRAILHEAD Park your vehicle, hop on the trail and take a moment to breathe in the beauty that lays before you. Five mountain ranges meet your eyes as you look out: Pryor, Big Horn, Bull, Crazy and Absaroka-Beartooth. Downtown Billings is nestled below historic icons and forever views await.

RIMROCKS The cliffs surrounding Billings are composed of fine-grained sand and silty mud deposited 70 to 80 million years ago in offshore bars of a great inland sea.

YELLOWSTONE KELLY INTERPRETIVE SITE Truly a man of the frontier, “Yellowstone” Kelly requested to be laid to rest in Montana, thus this iconic veteran is buried here.

YELLOWSTONE RIVER The longest running undammed river in the United States runs through our back door. Along the river’s 678 miles are changes in water temperature, turbidity (sediment) and fish species. Historically known for Lewis & Clark’s use of it.

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Throughout Billings, explorers of all ages will find events happening year-round.

Trek onward to some of our locals’ favorites and experience some of the region’s best attractions—from the state’s largest fair to a summertime urban music festival.

Check out our event calendar at VisitBillings.com/events.

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MAGIC CITY BLUES FESTIVAL August magiccityblues.com 406-670-2329 Montana’s urban music festival.

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Labor Day Weekend burnthepoint.com 406-248-9295 Annual classic car show and parade.

October thenile.org 406-256-2495 Stock show, pro rodeo and western extravaganza!

MONTANAFAIR

August montanafair.com 406-256-2400 The state’s largest fair! A week of rides, top notch entertainment and more.

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ARTS & CULTURE

Whether you have a few hours or several days in Billings, be sure to make the most of your time.

Here is a list of Billings’ must-see attractions you won’t want to miss. There is something for every adventure type in Billings.

Unleash your creative spirit in Billings, home to great theatrical and musical performances.

With hundreds of arts and cultural events happening throughout the year, Billings sets sights high with a diverse collection of entertainment at local galleries, festivals, museums and theaters.

BEARTOOTH HIGHWAY This scenic pass, just west of Red Lodge, is Montana’s most beautiful gateway to Yellowstone Park (125 miles). The highway is open Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather permitting.

LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD NATIONAL MONUMENT This monument commemorates the Sioux and Cheyenne victory over the Seventh Cavalry. The Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument features museum exhibits, an interpretive center, and ranger-led programs.

POMPEYS PILLAR NATIONAL MONUMENT Home to some of the only remaining physical evidence of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, plus breathtaking views of the Yellowstone River Valley and a terrific interpretive center.

SCENIC DRIVE ALONG THE RIMROCKS Drive Highway 3 from east to west and take in the forever views that make up Billings from 500 feet above the city.

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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ALBERTA BAIR THEATER albertabairtheater.org 406-256-6052 ARTHOUSE CINEMA AND PUB arthousebillings.com 406-534-1128 BABCOCK THEATRE babcocktheater.com 406-259-7123 BILLINGS STUDIO THEATRE billingsstudiotheatre.com 406-248-1141 BILLINGS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND CHORALE billingssymphony.org 406-252-3610

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HARRY KOYAMA FINE ART » visitbillings.com/area-attractions.php 406-259-2261 HUNTLEY PROJECT MUSEUM huntleyprojectmuseum.org 406-348-2533 NOVA CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS novabillings.org 406-591-9535

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MOSS MANSION HISTORIC HOUSE MUSEUM mossmansion.com 406-256-5100 MUSEUM OF WOMEN’S HISTORY visitbillings.com/visit/171/Museumof-Womens-History 406-248-2015 TERAKEDIS FINE ART & JEWELRY terakedisfineart.com 406-702-1026 TOUCAN toucanarts.com 406-252-0122 WESTERN HERITAGE CENTER ywhc.org 406-256-6809 WISE WONDER CHILDREN’S MUSEUM wisewonders.org 406-702-1280

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SOUTHEAST MONTANA INDIAN COUNTRY There is great diversity among the twelve tribes located in Big Sky Country in their languages, rituals, histories and governments. Each tribe has a distinct and unique cultural heritage that contributes to modern Montana. Indigenous languages and traditions are alive and well throughout Indian Country, where visitors are welcome to experience the varied customs of each tribe. Explore more: www. visitmt.com/places-to-go/indian-country.

Out here, big sky meets big adventure. It’s the kind of place to slow down and fall in love with Montana. It’s the kind of place where cowboys still ride horses across the open plains. It’s the kind of place where traces of dinosaur fossils are just waiting to be discovered because history is ever-present. Out here, you will be welcomed with an abundance of western hospitality. Visit Southeast Montana and take a moment or two to view the horizon from all directions.

From Badlands, battlefields and bucking horses to recreation, rocks and rivers, Southeast Montana is an adventure for outdoor lovers, history buffs, fossil finders and eager explorers. Find a new story in the spirit of the Old West. Learn about Indian Nations, trace the footsteps of Lewis and Clark and wander sacred fields where storied battles were fought. Check out the best cowboy bar in Montana, dig for dinosaur bones, and make your way through friendly towns where strangers smile and say hello.

Experience indigenous languages, cultures and traditions throughout Indian Country in Montana.

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Makoshika State Park

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Bozeman

Livingston 212

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Red Lodge

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Gardiner

Cooke City 212

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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK West 5 Yellowstone

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Rosebud Battlefield

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Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument MONTANA

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WYOMING

Sheridan

Chief Joseph Scenic Byway

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SOUTH DAKOTA

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Devils Tower 7 National Monument

Cody

Gillette

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WYOMING

IDAHO

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Rapid City

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Mount Rushmore National Memorial 8

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Badlands National Park

LODGING

TOURISM Best Western Plus Clock Tower Inn 2511 1st Avenue N. (406) 259-5511 www.bwclocktowerinn.com

Hampton Inn & Suites

3550 Ember Lane (406) 656-7511 www.billingswestsuites.hamptoninn. com

Best Western Plus Kelly Inn & Hilltop Inn by Riversage 1116 N. 28th Street Suites

Residence Inn by Marriott

Western Executive Inn

Riversage Billings Inn

Out of Area

956 S. 25th Street W (406) 656-3900 www.Marriott.com/bilri 880 N. 29th Street (406) 252-6800 www.riversageinns.com

Chateau Rouge

4915 Southgate Drive (406) 256-9400 www.billingsbestwestern.com

(406) 245-5000 www.hilltopinn-billings.com

Big Horn Resort

2465 Grant Road (406) 655-8800 www.billings.stayhgi.com

3040 King Ave West (406) 294-9090 www.hotelsone.com/Billings/ SureStay-B-West‎

Holiday Inn Express

Swift Building Lofts

1801 Majestic Lane (877) 995-8999 www.thebighornresort.com.

Boothill Inn & Suites 242 E. Airport Road (406) 245-2000 www.boothillinn.com

Cherry Tree Inn

823 N. Broadway (406) 252-5603 www.billingscherrytreeInn.com

Hilton Garden Inn Billings

430 Cole Street (406) 259-8600 www.hieexpress.com/billingsmt

Home 2 Suites

2611 7th Ave N (406) 252-2255 www.Home2Suites3.Hilton.com

C'Mon Inn

Homewood Suites by Hilton Billings

2020 Overland Avenue (406) 655-1100 https://www.cmoninn.com/billings

3420 Ember Lane (406) 656-0525 www.homewoodsuites.com

Country Inn & Suites

Kelly Inn

231 Main Street (406) 245-9995 www.countryinns.com/billingsmt

5610 S. Frontage Road (406) 248-9800 www.kellyinnbillings.com

Days Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites

843 Parkway Lane (406) 252-4007 www.daysinn.com

5720 S Frontage Rd (406) 252-1188 www.LaQuintaBillings.com

DoubleTree By Hilton

My Place Hotel - Billings

27 N. 27th Street (406) 252-7400 www.crowneplaza.com/billings

4770 King Ave East (406) 259-9970 www.myplacehotels.com

Dude Rancher Lodge

Northern Hotel

415 N. 29th Street (406) 259-5561 www.duderancherlodge.com

19 N Broadway (406) 867-6767 www.northernhotel.com

Hampton Inn

Quality Inn Homestead

5110 Southgate Drive (406) 248-4949 www.billings.hamptoninn.com

2036 Overland Avenue (406) 652-1320 www.qualityinn.com/hotel/MT015

3121 King Avenue W. (406) 294-8888 www.westernexecutiveinn.com

SureStay Plus by Best Western

2605 Minnesota Avenue (406) 839-2266 www.swiftbuildinglofts.com

Towne Place Suites by Marriott 2480 Grant Rd. (406) 652-7106 www.Marriott.com/bilts

1505 S. Broadway, Red Lodge, MT (406) 446-1601 www.chateaurouge.com

The Pollard Hotel

2 N. Broadway, Red Lodge, MT (406) 446-0001 www.thepollard.com

Sage Lodge

55 Sage Lodge Dr, Pray, MT (406) 823-4005 www.sagelodge.com

Super 8 of Columbus

602 E. 8th Avenue N, Columbus, MT (406) 322-4101 www.montana-motels.com

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BILLINGS EVENTS March

St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Celtic Fair

A tradition in the Billings community for 40 years, this parade celebrates a cherished part of the Billings heritage and features over 60 floats. The celebration takes place on the weekend of St. Patrick’s Day and is accompanied by the corresponding outdoor Celtic Fair.

The Parade, Celtic Fair & Street Party fill the streets with food truck fare, family-friendly activities, Irish dance music, cloggers, bag-pipers, and live entertainment.

April

PBR

One of the fastest growing sports in the world, where the best bull riding athletes are pitted against the toughest animals on the planet in an 8-second man versus beast duel. Each event is wrapped in a rock concert environment, complete with pulsating music, explosive pyrotechnics and fast-paced production. Qualifiers head to the PBR World Championships in Las Vegas to compete. See the action firsthand at MetraPark right here in Billings.

May

and one of the largest women’s events in the region. The focus is to promote health and fitness among women, and it gives funds back to the community to further this goal. The Montana Women’s Run includes 8 Getting Started Clinics to get women ready for the race, a Kids’ Run for kids 10 and under, and a Pint Night with an inspirational speaker.

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July

June Strawberry Festival

Located in the streets of downtown Billings, this is a cherished community event that opens the summer season on the second Saturday in June. Experience rich diversity in arts and crafts, fresh produce and strawberries, foodtruck fare from Asian to BBQ, live street entertainment, and a 60’ strawberry shortcake created by the Chefs and Cooks of Montana. With an interactive children’s area including free crafts and activities for all ages, this draws people throughout the northwest region.

Alive After Five

Alive After 5 is Downtown’s most anticipated summer concert series that takes place weekly on Thursdays from 5:00pm -8:00pm at a different outdoor venue in downtown Billings throughout June and July. Each summer, the series entertainment line-up ranges from local and regional favorites to nationally touring bands. Each concert includes various food vendors with outdoor food menu options to choose from.

Symphony in the Park

Montana Women’s Run

enjoying picnic fare from participating food vendors.

The event introduces many people to live, symphonic music. It begins with an Instrument Petting Zoo, followed by the Billings Community Band, a young conductor’s contest, and then the Billings Symphony Orchestra performs. This is a favorite Billings tradition! Be sure to bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax to an evening of music under the big Montana sky while

Big Sky State Games

This is an Olympic-style amateur sports festival for people of all ages and abilities. The Games are a member of the National Congress of State Games and recognized by the United States Olympic Committee. From its beginning, over 300,000 athletes from over 250 Montana communities have participated. The State Games feature the sports of the Olympic and Pan-American Games, as well as emerging sports and local favorites.

Visit BigSkyGames.org for schedules and more information.

Downtown Farmers Market

Yellowstone Valley Farmers Market runs in downtown Billings from July to October every Saturday morning from 8am-noon. It is a nonprofit cooperative consisting of local farmers, gardeners, small business owners, and connoisseurs of local food. Head downtown ready to enjoy the environment, people, fabulous vegetables, fruit, snacks, meat products, hot and ready to eat foods like egg rolls and crepes, and the overall joyous environment.

Montana Brews & BBQs

This annual event takes place on a Saturday in late July along the beautiful lakeside setting at MetraPark.

It is the only true “Brewfest” in the state featuring keg beers only from Montana, and many of the breweries showcase seasonal brews typically not available year round.

BILLINGS EVENTS SummerFair

Hosted by the Yellowstone Art Museum at Pioneer Park on the first weekend in July, SummerFair is one of the region’s largest annual arts and crafts festival, featuring the best artisans, craftspeople, and entertainers in the area. More than 100 artists, community groups, and food vendors participate, and this exciting event attracts more than 10,000 people.

August

MontanaFair

This is an agricultural celebration in the historic tradition of fairs. It is the region’s largest event with attendance of nearly a quarter of a million each year. Held at MetraPark in Billings, MontanaFair begins the second weekend in August, with nearly 10,000 people earning cash and ribbons for their entries. The carnival features rides and games, and fair food is available, from traditional corn dogs, BBQ, and corn on the cob to fresh lemonade and beer gardens.

Stages around the grounds provide free entertainment, and tickets can be purchased for nightly shows.

Magic City Blues Fest

Every summer in August, Magic City Blues attracts thousands of music fans from all across the country to Billings, the state’s largest city. This urban music festival is a signature event for the city of Billings and the entire state, and offers genuine Montana hospitality in a unique setting, with fabulous lineups and the appeal of Montana’s Trailhead.

September

Burn the Point

a rich diversity of arts and crafts, fresh produce, mums, pumpkins, pies, and the final offerings of farmers’ market produce. Experience the aromas of food-truck fare like roasted nuts, steak sandwiches, and kettle corn, the live entertainment of fiddlers and dancers and a pumpkin pie baking contest.

November Holiday Parade

The Chase Hawks Memorial AssociaThe Holiday Parade is a long-time tion presents “Burn the Point” over Labor tradition for the Billings community Day weekend. Each year a parade of to usher in the holiday season on over 500 cars brings the downtown the Friday after Thanksgiving. With streets to life on Friday evening for families gathered for the weekend to as many as 12,000 spectators. After eat and shop, the Holiday Parade is a the parade, bands play on Broadway great way to celebrate the season by and there is a street dance. Saturday joining the community to see over 100 morning, the classic car show opens at floats decorated for the holiday theme the MetraPark Fairgrounds, and for $3 with Santa riding as the parade finale. you can see the entire lineup. A variety of vendors offer food and beverages and December over a hundred trophies are awarded.

Christmas Stroll The annual Downtown Billings October Christmas Stroll happens on the first Friday of December, with events from 5pm until 9pm. The stroll includes various downtown businesses, retail shops, and other activated downtown spaces with extended hours, holidaycentric events, specials, holiday beverages and snacks, and loads of holiday cheer. Featured on this night is also the Holiday Art Walk which The NILE Rodeo celebrates the fine art with local Northern International Livestock Expoand regional artists, at nearly 40 art sition (NILE) ProRodeo is Montana’s galleries and downtown locations. most prestigious rodeo. As one of the first rodeos of the qualifying year, the Chase Hawks Rodeo NILE consistently showcases many of The Chase Hawks Rodeo is a one-day the top contestants in the PRCA. The rodeo held each year in December NILE has three PRCA performances, about a week after the National Finals Thursday, Friday and Saturday starting Rodeo in Las Vegas, Nevada and at 7 p.m. each night in the MetraPark just before Christmas. The rodeo is First Interstate Bank Arena. held indoors at MetraPark Arena and HarvestFest comfortably seats over eight thousand Harvestfest is a grand community spectators. The double-bucking-chute fall festival taking place the second format of this event allows for fastweekend of October. The finale paced rodeo action and affords all of the summer’s Farmers’ Market, spectators in the arena excellent Harvestfest celebrates the season with seats to watch.

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BILLINGS EVENTS

https://business.billingschamber.com/events BILLINGS CHAMBER EVENTS Yearly Events

Ag Celebration – Annual event allowing the Chamber to give back and show appreciation to the agricultural business community.

Chamber Breakfast – The Chamber’s largest and most popular event, offering breakfast and to hear a message by a nationally recognized keynote speaker, leaving attendees motivated and energized.

Chamber Open Golf Tournament – A fun day in the sun to golf with other Chamber members.

Chamber Annual Meeting – A luncheon connecting Chamber members with the strategic initiatives the Chamber is focusing on for the year.

Small Business Saturday – A day of shopping local promoted by the Chamber in collaboration with media.

Candidate School – A free half-day candidate school for those interested in running for elected office.

Quarterly Events

Chamber AM – A series of quarterly events aimed at educating the business community on initiatives supported by the Chamber.

Every Other Year Events

Candidate Forums – After the primary elections, a public forum for candidates to discuss the issues.

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Legislative Receptions – A congratulatory reception for election winners and to thank candidates for campaigning for office.

Legislative Wrap-Ups – A wrap-up lunch discussion featuring panelists to discuss the outcome of the legislative session.

Monthly Events

NextGEN Events

NextGEN is a program of the Billings Chamber and exists to foster relationships, develop business opportunities, support civic involvement, and promote investment in the community among young professionals.

Learn more at BillingsNextGen.com

Business After Hours – This event offers the opportunity for members to engage and network with other members at a social hosted by a local business held on the second Wednesday of each month from 5 – 7 p.m.

Cahoots – A weekly networking meeting hosted at the Billings Chamber.

Coffee with Elected Leaders – a meeting connecting Chamber members to their local elected officials.

CoffeeHOUR – A monthly networking opportunity with a guest speaker to promote personal and professional development.

Chamber Journey Live – A monthly event for current and potential Chamber members to learn more about the benefits of investing in the Chamber of Commerce.

NextHOUR – A monthly networking opportunity hosted at/by a local business.

Quarters – A quarterly networking and leadership development opportunity.

Professional Development Series – This is a 5-month series featuring guest speakers and interactive engagement among attendees to learn and grow personally and professionally.

Mentorship Meetups – These monthly meetings connect young professionals with a mentor in the business community to help guide them. It also includes opportunities for members to engage with high school and college students to pay forward the mentoring experience.

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