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Stevi council errs in stopping meeting for lack of town clerk By Michael Howell
Clover Buds (7-year-old and younger members of the MadHatters 4-H Club) Lyla Murillo, Annesse Torres, Madilyn Farrenburg Murillo, Patrick Kraft and his brother Julian presented a donation of stuffed animals and a $205 check for the purchase of kids safety helmets to the Emergency Room at Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital last week. In the back row are Nurse Manager Jennifer Bush, Trauma Nurse Gwen Lawry and 4-H leader Susie Kraft.
4-Hers donate to hospital ER By Michael Howell
As part of National Hospital Week, several members of the MadHatters 4-H Club, presented a hefty pile of stuffed animals to Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital to be used in the Emergency Room to provide a little comfort to young children coming into the ER. Seven out of seven of the kids at the donation event had been to the Emergency Room at the hospital for one reason or another and found comfort in the stuffed animals and blankets that are made available by the ER staff. Madilyn Farrenberg Murillo, one of the five Clover Buds (age seven and younger) from the MadHatters 4-H Club, said, “A lot of kids come here when they get hurt and some-
times, they get scared.” She said that when she gets scared her kitty calms her down and that “having a stuffy could help them.” Along with the stuffed animals the kids also brought a check for $205 for safety helmets that will also be distributed through the ER. Nurse manager Jennifer Bush and Trauma Nurse Gwen Lawry from the ER were on hand to accept the donation of the stuffed animals and the check. Besides comforting kids coming into the ER, the Clover Buds wanted to do something to help keep kids from coming into to the ER to begin with. The idea of providing some safety helmets for kids who need them became a goal. They held a silent auction and raised over two hundred dollars.
According to MadHatter mom Susie Kraft, they were a little disappointed when they looked into the cost of sport helmets. She said based on their research they thought they could only purchase 4 or 5 helmets. Nurse manager Jennifer Bush said that by connecting with Kalispell Hospital that already had a helmet program in place in which bulk discounts are available they believe the donation will supply from 30 to 40 helmets. Bush said that there were a lot of very expensive sport helmets in the marketplace but statistically, she said, no matter what the cost, the helmets perform basically the same. She said if a child comes into the See DONATION, page 2
Earth Stewardship Program gets students out in the field By Michael Howell
As predictable as the return of loons in spring, young students from across the valley who have participated in the Earth Stewardship Program sponsored by the Bitter Root Water Forum over the course of the school year, began spilling out into the forest for an actual day out in the field. Last week it was mostly Corvallis 7th graders pouring into the Bass Creek Recreation area for their annual Field Day trip. Throughout the 2018-2019 school year, seventh graders at Corvallis, Victor, Lone Rock, and Darby middle schools have participated in monthly classes as part of the program. Through ongoing partnerships, the Water Forum was able to provide specialists from the Bitterroot National Forest, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, the Ravalli County Weed District, Bitterroot Valley FFA, and O’Hara Commons who provided a variety of presentations on unique natural resource topics. Through these lessons, students learned about the importance of snowpack, irrigation, water insects, native Montana fish, the Bitterroot Valley watershed, noxious weeds, and recreational ethics and etiquette. Over 185
students participated in classroom programs this year. The end of the year is capped off with a hands-on, outdoor field trip to get them out of
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the classroom and into the water. The 7th grade students from Corvallis walked a long distance See STEWARDS, page 10
Misinterpreting state law, the Stevensville Town Council abruptly adjourned its latest town council meeting without conducting any business last week, claiming that council cannot meet without the Town Clerk being present. Town Clerk Audree Tribbensee recently resigned due to what she called a hostile work environment created by council members. The Town’s Chief Finance Officer, April Van Tassel, has also resigned, effective last Friday, May 17. She too, told the Bitterroot Star that her resignation had to do with a hostile work environment created by some council members. Remaining Deputy Clerk Denise Philley has also submitted her intention to retire in October. “I could bail them out, I suppose, but I’m not going to,” said Philley. “They brought this on themselves and they will have to deal with it.” She said the current Council members have had ample opportunity to correct the situation but have apparently
chosen not to. Although applications are being accepted for the recently vacated job of Finance Officer, Mayor Brandon Dewey has refused so far to advertise for another town clerk. “I can’t see putting anyone else in the position while the hostile work environment goes unaddressed,” said Dewey. At the last meeting, Council president Bob Michalson moved immediately to adjourn the meeting “on account of the fact that we don’t have a stated Clerk as required by state law and after being in Bozeman last week for three days we were told by every member of the MMIA staff that we cannot hold an official meeting until you have a stated Clerk here or Denise.” “I’m sorry Brandon, but that’s the law,” he said. “We are only going by what Dan Clark and Angela Simonson told us. You should call Angela in the morning, she’s waiting for your call.” Mayor Dewey responded, saying, “So, the business of Stevensville grinds to a halt because
our clerk left under hostile circumstances.” Councilor Robin Holcomb said she had to agree with Michalson. “From what we were told we cannot hold a meeting without a clerk taking minutes. We asked if audio would work and were told no. We were told that as soon as roll is called and the Pledge of Allegiance is made, we must adjourn. We cannot have a meeting by law without a clerk,” said Holcomb. Michalson chimed in, saying, “This is not on us folks, this is state law.” Mayor Dewey asked for public comment on the motion but Michalson insisted that the vote be taken. The three councilors then voted to adjourn and the meeting was over. The Bitterroot Star contacted Dan Clark at the Local Government Center at MSU immediately following the meeting to inquire about holding meetings without a clerk. According to Clark, there See COUNCIL, page 12
Road, curb improvement work now in progress in Stevi area By Michael Howell
Eastside Highway through Stevensville Motorists in the Stevensville area will need to exercise caution while driving through Stevensville beginning Wednesday, May 20. The Montana Department of Transportation is updating sidewalk corners along Secondary 269 (Main Street) through downtown Stevensville in conjunction with planned pavement preservation efforts. Approximately 20 curb ramps are being updated as part of MDT’s Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan in their ongoing efforts to provide greater accessibility to residents and visitors. The updates to the sidewalk corners will allow all users to more easily get on and off sidewalks, including people with disabilities, parents with strollers, small children on bikes, delivery drivers and older adults. The new curbs will have gentler slopes to ease a wheeled device down and new landing areas at the top where pedestrians can turn to access the sidewalk. A tool to help people with vision
impairments is also being installed at the updated street corners. Called “detectable warnings,” the colored and textured surfaces will be installed in the areas where the curb ramp connects with the street. These features provide a sensory warning to users with vision impairments, alerting them that they are entering a roadway where vehicle traffic is present. The new street corners are also designed to limit water pooling in areas where the curb ramp transitions into the roadway. MDT uses a streamlined construction process to upgrade curb ramps, reducing the time required to finish these improvements. Work will be done during the day, so the public is asked to prepare for noise disturbances, minor pedestrian detours, and some parking disturbances. But both lanes will be open and vehicle traffic will not be delayed. The ADA curb improvement project will last from two to three weeks. Work on these improvements will be followed in midJuly by a pavement preservation project on the Eastside Highway
that begins about 1.2 miles south of Stevensville and goes north through town. The milling and paving is expected to take a total of 10 to 12 days to complete. A significant portion will be done at night to minimize the impacts on daytime work traffic. Chip sealing is scheduled for August and will be done in the daytime. A bridge guardrail installation is also planned along the Stevensville Cut-Off Road in midJune. The guard rail on a small bridge on a side channel of the river will be replaced. The work will be done in the daytime and a stop light will be erected at the site and traffic will be reduced to a single lane. Highway 93 A milling and paving project is also planned for Highway 93 from the McCalla Creek Bridge south of the Stevensville cut-off intersection, to North Kootenai Creek Road north of the intersection. This work will begin in late July and be done at night. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in both See ROAD WORK, page 12
Expect delays as Clerk of Court moves to online system
Corvallis 7th graders hiked into Larry Creek Campground at the Bass Creek Recreation Area for some hands-on education as part of the Bitter Root Water Forum’s Earth Stewardship Program. Michael Howell photo.
After years of preparation and planning, the Ravalli County Clerk of District Court will transition to a new web-based case management system. This will take place beginning Monday, June 3, 2019 and will be a precursor to electronic filing. Services will be available during the conversion process, but the public should be aware that there will be delays in customer service time and responses to voicemail, emails, and inquiries. To help ensure a smooth conversion, Clerk of District Court, Paige Trautwein, requests that when feasible, the public postpone applying for marriage
licenses, filing court documents, and opening new cases until the week of June 17. Should you find yourself urgently in need of a passport, consider utilizing the services of the post office in Hamilton. Court filings submitted on Thursday, June 6 and Friday, June 7 will not be processed until the week of June 10th due to the data conversion and startup of the new case management system. “Your patience during this transition will be greatly appreciated,” said Trautwein. “We apologize in advance for any inconvenience and are hopeful this transition will go
smoothly.” For more information, call Trautwein at 406-375-6710 or email ptrautwein@rc.mt.gov . As the keeper of the Ravalli County records, the Clerk of District Court office files more than 2,000 new cases and issues over 240 marriage licenses annually. The office retains records related to adoption, civil, criminal, dependent neglect, domestic relations, guardianship, juvenile, paternity, probate, and involuntary commitment cases. It is the Clerk of Court’s responsibility to ensure these records are as accurate and up to date as possible.
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ER with a head injury that could be the result of a sport injury that may have been prevented with a helmet they will be asked if they own one and if not, they will be given one, while supplies last. The helmet comes with a professional fitting. “My hope is that it becomes cool to wear a helmet when biking, skateboarding and horseback riding, just like it is in skiing,” said Lawry. Bush expressed the hospital’s appreciation for the donation and said that she was impressed that the kids chose the ER for their donation efforts. She said it reflected upon the parents and the 4-H Club. “They could have been fundraising for themselves. Instead, they gave to us. It speaks volumes for our community,” she said.
93 Montana Department of Transportation is undertaking a series of projects aimed at improving accessibility and protecting your investment in existing roads. Stevensville ADA-May • Sidewalk corner upgrades for a more inclusive, vibrant downtown. • Ramp replacement on Main Street will occur during the day. The public is asked to prepare for noise impacts, minor pedestrian detours, and some parking disturbances downtown.
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Climate impact presentation Fisheries biologists, hydrologists, and farmers and ranchers have noticed changes in the amount of snowpack and timing of runoff. What will this mean for our livelihoods in the Bitterroot? Hear from local speakers about existing data, projections, and implications for the Bitterroot watershed at a talk scheduled for Wednesday, May 29th. The presentation called “From Fishing to Farming: How Climate is Affecting the Bitterroot” will start at 6 pm at the Corvallis Grange.
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Speakers include Chris Clancy, Ed Snook, and Dan Huls. “We’re all in this together. What happens to water resources in the Bitterroot affects us all,” says Bitter Root Water Forum Executive Director, Heather Barber. “Whether you’re an outfitter or a rancher, changes in water availability are going to affect your livelihood. It’s not about pointing fingers or placing blame, it’s about finding ways to come together for local solutions.” The Bitter Root Water Forum is a local nonprofit that works to bring the community together to protect, enhance, and restore the Bitterroot watershed that we all rely on. Through a partnership with the Bitterroot Conservation District, they are bringing this talk to the Valley. “The Water Forum is the group for all water users, from
anglers to agriculture and everyone in between,” says Barber. “Water is a common thread between all of us. There is no ‘them’ when it comes to water resources, it’s ‘us’. Not a single one of us could live here without water and as a community we need to have conversations about what it means to work together for the future of our Valley.” This talk will feature information on changes in snowpack, runoff, and river flows, and discussion of what these changes mean for farming and fisheries in the Bitterroot. It is geared towards agricultural producers and guides, the people whose livelihoods are dependent on our water resources, but anyone else interested in learning more about how climate will affect fishing and agriculture in our community is welcome to attend.
American Legion Post 94 Stevensville invites all who would like to attend:
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Monday May 27th, 2019 • 8:00am
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6:00pm @ Riverside Cemetery short memorial service the playing of taps and volleys fired, then to Maplewood Cemetery, St. Mary’s Cemetery & Sunnyside Cemetery
The Corvallis High School team of Danielle Coates, Vitoria Ferreira, Jake Flowers, River Gladwin, Sammantha Shegrud, Harley Wise and Kara Wissenbach won FWP/Inspired Classroom Grizzly Bear Challenge. Their teacher is Jeffrey Kaiser.
Corvallis HS students win Grizzly Bear Challenge contest This spring Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks and Inspired Classroom offered a statewide distance learning program, The Grizzly Bear Challenge, to high school students and teachers. The program involved asking Montana students to share their ideas about managing this magnificent but complex and, at times, controversial predator. The program encouraged youth to learn about the public comment process, providing input and taking part in managing our state’s fish and wildlife. The six-week program is a problem-solving project hosted on a virtual platform. Students walk through the steps as they react to a real-world scenario and view a video introduction of Montana’s bear managers. The students participate in two Livestream events
— one with FWP bear managers, and the other with a panel of stakeholders. They then research, brainstorm, apply criteria, and develop and submit action plans to be reviewed and evaluated by individuals working in the field of grizzly bear management, conservation and education. Students’ action plans had to demonstrate: Rresearch was used to support their action plans and included information about grizzly bears and stakeholders in their region; solutions that took into consideration the needs of people and grizzly bears; solutions that were adaptable and could be applicable to other communities; a creative, polished and professional presentation. Corvallis High School presented the best action plan based on the above criteria.
FWP and Inspired Classroom would like to thank the students Danielle Coates, Vitoria Ferreira, Jake Flowers, River Gladwin, Sammantha Shegrud, Harley Wise and Kara Wissenbach, as well as their teacher, Jeffrey Kaiser, for putting so much time and effort into the program. The FWP IC Grizzly Bear Challenge was free to classrooms across the state through the generosity of the Montana Outdoor Legacy Foundation, Liz Claiborne and Art Ortenberg Foundation, Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation, Weyerhaeuser Family Foundation, TransCanada and Cabelas. For more information on the Grizzly Bear Distance Learning Program, contact Laurie Wolf, FWP MT WILD Education Program Manager, at 406-444-9945 or Lwolf@mt.gov.
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Bitterroot Star Editorial Board Michael Howell Victoria Howell
Opinion
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
We just want to say thanks
Guest Comment
Outstanding generosity through Bitterroot Gives By Sharon Dedmon, Board President, Bitter Root Water Forum
We are swept off of our feet and completely blown away by the support of this community for the Bitter Root Water Forum during Bitterroot Gives. It was heartening to have the community come together for us, as a nonprofit focused on bringing our community together to protect, enhance, and restore the waters that we all rely on. You gave over $12,000 for the Water Forum during the 27-hour Bitterroot Gives event and we are so grateful. Your investment in our work improves water quality through restoration projects on both private and public lands, rebuilding healthy habitat and needed buffers along streams. Your contributions strengthen our education programs serving
Dear Editor, Really? “China will pay for these tariffs.” In what Universe? Maybe when Mexico pays for the wall? Remember your junior high economics – tariffs are taxes on products coming INTO our country. We pay the tariffs. And we even pay more when we buy other products? That’s right. In the first round of Trump’s tariff war, the cost of a washing machine made in China went up about $100. The cost of dryers went up about the same. Dryers were NOT on the tariff list. Tariffs are intended to make local, more expensive items more attractive, but the cost of American made washers went up too! The last couple rounds of Trump’s tariff wars have included almost every manufactured good – in whole or in part – so prices will go up on everything while our wages barely keep up with inflation. And China is imposing tariffs on US goods making them more expensive and thus hurting sales so we’re making less money. It couldn’t be much clearer that Trump, Kudlow and this administration are clueless about how these things work. As an Independent, I’m interested in issues and information. I encourage you to do some non-partisan research. Mark Van Loon Hamilton
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Dear Editor, Tax cuts - trickle down, tsunami up. Bull puckey, great wealth, celebrity. Ignorance, arrogance, greed, unearned wealth and privilege. I love my country FAST • RELIABLE • UNLIMITED
and the freedom it provides for me. Government of the people, for the people, by the people. If you attack my government, you attack my country, you attack me. It can’t get much clearer. Learn civics, what your government can do for you and how it can protect us. Open your eyes, ears and your mind. You could come up with a much clearer answer. Russia, can you hear me. They did. They acted. One person maligned by a foreign adversary and the catalyst elected president. She won the vote, he the electoral college. Russian help, AMI (David Pecker) and other wealthy cronies and he still could not win the confidence of the people. I vote my conscience and I have the right not to vote for the other candidate. Until now. He has called Democrats criminals and liars, screamed voting fraud and commissioned my voting information to be checked because he did not win the popular vote. And through all this the other party said/did nothing. I wouldn’t trust him to run my lemonade stand. Who will come to help you when he turns on you? Democrats may stumble, may fall but from the beginning to the end their try is for the American People. Republicans - take any freedoms (civil rights, voting rights, our parks, our clean water & air because if they can’t make money off it, we can’t have it.) Every civil right taken away from me is also taken away from you. In the constitution, I have never read the words EXCEPT FOR. I am a person that only needs enough. I love my life and the planet I am on. This planet is beautiful. It should be revered and protected whether you believe in climate change or not. We only have this one, and this goes to 222 N 2nd St Hamilton MT
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over 500 local students, where we get kids out of the classroom and into the water to learn through hands on lessons. Your gifts help clean up our River through both our Clean Up All Year program, offering reusable clean up bags at locations around the valley, and the annual Bitterroot River Clean Up in August. Thank you for your commitment to this organization and thank you for your generosity for the River and the Waters we all rely on to farm, recreate, drink and to work upon. We are committed to the users of this fine resource. AND a special thank you to the Westslope Distillery for providing their match which helped motivate others to give.
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Thank you to everyone who reached out since the death of our mom Maggie. It has meant a lot to us to hear how our mom touched so many lives. A special thank you to all of the nurses, CNA’s and staff at the Living Centre for taking care of our mom. She loved each of you and it brings us peace to know she was cared for by people who loved her. Thank you to everyone who attended her celebration of life and brought food. She is smiling knowing everyone took the time to come and say good bye. She was truly an amazing person, mom, grandma and friend. She will be greatly missed by so many.
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our children for generations. We waste more than we consume, and poison as we feel we want to. We whore ourselves for oil. Does this planet have to be in ruins to make a believer out of you? Putting our garbage on a space craft and sending it to another planet - really? Learn civics, learn what your government can do for you and to protect us. Opinion news is not news. It is Opinion. An opinion is not required to be true. J. Ward Lolo
New laws
Dear Editor, Many bills during the 2019 legislative session grabbed headlines. Here are a few that passed quietly but will be of interest to Montanans. HB443-(Fitzgerald-R) Are you a recreational beekeeper in the area? This bill would require a certificate of registration from the Department of Agriculture for up to $19 annually for a hobbyist beekeeper at their apiary site. The health of our beehives is critical to Montana agriculture and is a way for the department to track these little buzzers and be on the frontline of this transient population. A person who owns or possesses an apiary in the state shall, before April 1 each year, register the site. A person who fails or refuses to register or reregister is subject to a civil penalty. I know some new beekeepers who were very upset with my Facebook ‘heads up’ on this one. It’s past the deadline so will have to happen next year. HB327-(Redfield-R) This bill was labeled as the Real Meat Act. Most of us know what a butchered animal and carcass is. Senator Olszewski carried the bill in the Senate and described what cannot be considered meat—lab grown meats consisting of muscle cells, fat cells, connective tissue, blood, and other components produced via cell culture, rather than from a whole slaughtered animal. This conglomeration may look and taste like meat but certainly isn’t what we enjoy from our ag producers. Many of us took note
of the ‘looks like meat’ description by Dr. Olszewski and voted for the bill. None of us want to consume parts and pieces without knowing it! Sports betting bills-HB725 (Lynch-D) and SB330 (BlasdelR) The governor signed HB725 into law since it will go through the Montana lottery instead of being run in licensed gaming establishments. They are predicting $3.7 million for the first year’s income to the state which is hard to believe. I didn’t vote for either bill. How much gambling do we need in Montana? There were more bills this session than I’ve seen in my legislative history. Veterans half price in state parks-HB423-(Buttrey-R) This will allow veterans to get half price camping at a state park in Montana. You must be able to provide a DD214 or picture ID indicating that you are a veteran, much like veterans do in other camping situations across the nation including BLM and Corps of Engineer sites. There was a plethora of resolutions to ‘study’ during the interim committee meetings. I will try and keep you up to speed on what is happening for the next eighteen months while serving on Legislative Audit and State Administration and Veteran Affairs. Dee Brown, SD2 Hungry Horse
UMSummer: on the rise
Dear Editor, Summer is a glorious season in Missoula, and also a great time to move ahead in achieving your learning goals. With new courses and varying session lengths, the University of Montana is seeing rapid growth in summer enrollments — we were up 17 percent last summer, and are on track to do even better this year. A wide range of students are choosing to learn at UM this summer. They are moving ahead on completing a degree or certificate, continuing professional or technical education, or pursuing a lifelong learning passion.
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Thanks to Grace Gardner, our new director of UMSummer, UM is moving boldly ahead with strategies that include heavily discounted on-campus housing for students enrolled in six or more credits, free math tutoring, summer financial aid, a special meal plan, innovative experiential learning, and novel marketing approaches encouraging you to “Upgrade your Summer.” Because of this, many more students will expand the universe of their knowledge on campus while enjoying summertime in Missoula. Join us at the University of Montana this summer for smaller classes, a close-knit community, and some remarkable learning opportunities. With sessions starting in June and July, it’s not too late to sign up! Learn more at www.umt.edu/summer. Jon Harbor, Executive Vice President and Provost University of Montana
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Hamilton Senior Center activities
Monday: Lunch 11:45 a.m.12:30 p.m., Toenail Care with Theresa by apt.; Bingo 1st & 3rd weeks, 5:30-9 p.m. Tuesday: Toastmasters 6:30-8 a.m.; Line Dancing 10-11 a.m.; Clogging 1-4 p.m. Wednesday: Lunch 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Bridge for Fun 10 a.m.; Bridge 1-5 p.m. Thursday: Stretch Exercise 9-10 a.m.; HSC Board meeting 3rd week Friday: Line dancing 10-11:30 a.m.; Lunch 11:45 a.m.12:30 p.m.; Pinochle 1st & 3rd weeks 1 p.m. Saturday: Special Bingo 1st week 12 p.m.; Flea market 8 a.m.2:30 p.m. Sunday: Bridge 1-5 p.m. For info: 363-5181.
Stevi Senior Center activities
Monday-Friday: Free coffee, 8-11 a.m., Lunch, 11:30 a.m. Monday: Bridge, 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday: Exercise class, 10-11 a.m. Tuesday: Quilters, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday: Paint with Sue, 1-3 p.m. (1:30 on 3rd Wednesday) Every Other Wednesday: Fiddlers at Lunch 3rd Wednesday: Special Birthday Lunch, 12 noon, with music. Blood pressures taken. 1st & 3rd Friday: Cribbage, 3-5 p.m. Friday: Pinochle, 12:15; Monday & Saturday, 7 p.m. For more information call the Center at 777-5681.
Victor Senior Center activities
Monday-Friday - Men’s Coffee, 8 a.m. Monday-Friday - Lunch, 11:30 a.m. Includes main course, salad bar, dessert, beverage. Donation 60 and over $3.50, under 60 $6 (RSVP 642-3320) Tuesdays: Bingo, 6 p.m. Wednesdays: Pinochle with snacks, 7 p.m. Fridays - Ladies’ Coffee, 10 a.m. Everyone welcome. Victor Senior Center is located at 246 5th Avenue.
Florence senior lunches
Lunch is available through the Council on Aging for senior citizens and others in the Florence area on Mondays at the Florence Fire Hall. Serving begins at 11:30 a.m. Prices are: 60 and over $3.50, under 60 - $6.00. For more information, call the Council on Aging at 363-5690.
Lolo senior lunches
Lolo senior lunch group (60+) meets Thursday at 11 a.m. at local restaurants for food, friendship and fun. There is a $4 voluntary contribution but no one is turned away. Congregate lunches
through MAS and CBS. Call 9262135 to schedule your lunch.
Golden Agers
The Golden Age Club is located at 727 S. 5th in Hamilton. The club’s business meeting is held on the first Wednesday of every month at 1 p.m. All members are asked to attend to review activities and plan new ones. Cake and ice cream is served. Card games (pinochle, multi-bid racehorse) are played on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday and 3rd Monday of the month at 1 p.m. There is a $2 charge per person. Exercise classes are held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m. Blood pressure is checked every third Wednesday of the month at 9 a.m. Guests are welcome. The hall is also available for members to use for personal activities. A monetary donation to cover hall expenses is expected. For more information call 363-0142.
AA meetings
Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the following times and places: Monday: 7 p.m., Spirit of Christ Catholic Church, 5475 Farm Land Road, Lolo Tuesday: 7 p.m., St. Mary’s Parish basement, 333 Charlo Street, Stevensville Wednesday: Big Book Study Meeting, 7 p.m., St. Joseph Mission, 224 Linder Street, Florence Thursday: 7 p.m., St. Mary’s Parish basement, 333 Charlo Street, Stevensville Friday: Discussion Meeting, 7:30 p.m., St. Joseph Mission, 224 Linder Street, Florence 3rd Saturday: Women’s Group, 9:30 a.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, 224 Linder Street, Florence Sunday: Big Book Study Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Victor Senior Center, 243 5th Ave. Check for local meetings by calling the hotline 1-888-607-2000 or by visiting www.aa-montana. org.
Al-Anon
Stevensville Al-Anon Group meets each Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in the small dining room at the Living Centre, 57 Main Street. Anyone who is affected by the compulsive drinking of a relative or friend is invited. For more information call 239-0878.
Narcotics Anon
Narcotics Anonymous meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Parish Center, 411 S. 5th, Hamilton (north entrance).
Free Indeed
Free Indeed, a faith-based addiction support group, meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 230 3rd Avenue in Victor. Contact Donald Layman at 203-8579 or Pastor Jim Landis at 642-9849.
Gamblers Anon
Gamblers Anonymous meets Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church, 411 S. 5th Street in Hamilton.
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Overeaters Anon
Overeaters Anonymous meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church (west door), 1220 W. Main, Hamilton. For more information call 3632512.
Morning TOPS
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), a weight loss support group, meets in Stevensville every Thursday at the Community Baptist Church, 409 Buck Street. Weigh-in starts at 8 a.m. and meetings start at 9:30 a.m. Meetings are fun while learning to eat healthier and lose some pounds. Guests are always welcome. Call Becky at 642-6368 or Margie at 375-5439 for more information. Check out the website at www. tops.org.
Evening TOPS
The evening TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meets every Thursday at 5 p.m. at the Kootenai Creek Village Clubhouse. For information call Judy Burke at 777-2743.
Exercise classes
The following sessions, all by donation, are held at St. Francis Pastoral Center, 411 S. 5th: Mondays: Zumba Gold & Chair Zumba, 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays: Chair Yoga, 10:45 a.m. Wednesdays: Zumba Gold, 1st, 3rd, 4th Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. Thursdays: Tai Chi, 4 p.m. Fridays: Tai Chi, 1 p.m. Indoor Walking: Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-3 p.m., and Fridays 9 a.m.12 noon. Please log in, 16 laps is a mile!
WIC clinics
Ravalli County WIC is a nutrition education program that serves pregnant, post-partum, and breastfeeding women, children from birth to age 5 and women whose pregnancies have ended early. WIC also welcomes dads, grandparents, and foster families. The WIC program is offered In Hamilton Monday through Thursday 8:30-4:30 at 205 Bedford Street, Suite P, District Courthouse Building in Hamilton. The Stevensville clinic is open on Wednesdays at the United Methodist Church, 216 College Street in Stevensville. The Victor Clinic is the second Tuesday of the month at the Victor Nazarene Church. The Darby clinic is open every month on the third Monday of the month at the Darby Library. Income guidelines are 1-$22,459; 2- $30,451; 3-$38,443; 4-$46,435; 5-$54,427. For each additional family member add $7,992. Call 406-375-6685 for more information or see on Facebook; www. facebook.com/Ravalli-CountyWIC.
Florence American Legion
Florence American Legion Post 134 meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Florence Rural Fire Station. Call Terry Wahl, Commander, at 274-4589 for more information.
Hamilton American Legion
Hamilton American Legion Post 47 invites all veterans and family members of veterans to the monthly meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Post at 322 S. 2nd Street.
Stevensville American Legion
The Stevensville American Legion Post 94 meets on the third
Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Post Home on Middle Burnt Fork Road. A veterans’ breakfast is held every Wednesday at 9 a.m. at C.J.’s Den in Stevensville. For more information contact Jerry Esmay, 777-5517.
American Legion Auxiliary
Fort Owen Unit 94, Stevensville, American Legion Auxiliary meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Call Cheryl at 531-4132 for more information.
Stevi VFW
The Stevensville VFW 1507 meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Frontier Café.
Marine Corps League
The Marine Corps League welcomes all Marines from all eras, along with Corpsmen and Chaplains who have served with the FMF. The League is a national veterans’ organization that include members of all ranks, all MOS, active duty, reserves, honorably discharged veterans and retirees. It carries on the traditions of the Corps, support Marines still serving, and assist those who have left the service when needed. Meetings are on the 4th Thursday of every month, January to October at 7:30 p.m. for general meetings at the Eagles Lodge, 125 N. 2nd Street, Hamilton. Activities include Toys for Tots, Honor Guards for veteran funerals and Color Guards for parade events, rifle and pistol matches, and support of Marines and the community, and a Marine Birthday celebration in November. An SOS Breakfast and informal get-together for members, spouses, family and friends is held every first Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from January to December at the Hangar Cafe, Ravalli County Airport, Hamilton. It’s an opportunity to get acquainted, exchange ideas, and share sea stories from the past. For more information contact Meade Phillips at 520-9916386 or at USMCmeadeMCL@ aol.com or visit www.mclnational. org or www.montanamcl.org .
VA medical appt rides
The DAV Transportation System has a hub in the Bitterroot with rides available Monday through Friday. To book a ride to your VA Medical appointments, call Dena at 363-8396. Give at least 72 hours notice. The hub is always looking for volunteer drivers. For information call Dena at 363-8396.
Soroptomist
Soroptomist International of Hamilton invites you to join them at their meetings the first and second Thursday of every month, at noon, at BJ’s Restaurant in Hamilton. Soroptomist is an organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls. For more information, contact Dixie Dies at 961-4812.
Rotary Club
The Hamilton Rotary Club meets Mondays, 12 noon at BJ’s Restaurant, 900 N. First Street, Hamilton. For information about Rotary, call 363-2960.
Lions Club
The Hamilton Lions Club welcomes you to attend its weekly Tuesday noon meeting at BJs in Hamilton. The club strength – besides being low key and getting a lot done – is helping provide assistance for glasses and hearing aids in Ravalli County. Contact Dixie Dies, 961-4812, for more information.
Stevi Masons
The Stevensville Masonic Lodge #28 meets on the first and third Thursdays of the month at 300 Church Street, Stevensville. Stated meetings are on the first Thursday at 7:30 p.m. and special dinners are on the third Thursday
at 6:30 p.m. For information or membership email: stevilodge28@ gmail.com.
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Victor Masons
Victor Masonic Lodge #43 meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. The Lodge is located on Main above Farmers State Bank. For information on membership, email plycoupe1936@msn.com.
Eastern Star
Naomi Chapter #19, Order of the Eastern Star, meets the first and third Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Victor Lodge building located on Main Street above Farmers State Bank, Victor. Leona Chapter #31, Order of the Eastern Star, meets the first and third Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Masonic Lodge building, 115 S. 3rd Street (next to the Fire Station), Hamilton. For inquiries contact, email: teslrudd@gmail.com.
BPL storytime
It’s never too early to introduce your baby or toddler to the wonderful world of books and reading. Together you will discover the joy of songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. The toddler storytime for babies through age 2 meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the downstairs meeting room of the Bitterroot Public Library. Toddler storytime lasts approximately 45 minutes. For more information, call 363-1670.
DCPL storytime
Learning to read begins before children start school. Your public library promotes early literacy and social development with weekly programming for children. The Darby Community Public Library offers a weekly Children’s Story Time every Tuesday at 11 a.m. for all children under five years old with a caregiver. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play at your library, 101-1/2 S. Marshall St. Call 821-4771 or email: staff@ darbylibrary.net for information.
NVPL storytime
Story Time is an enriching early learning program for toddlers and preschoolers that takes place on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the North Valley Public Library’s Community Room. Each week has a different theme, and children can listen to entertaining stories, participate in fun songs and learning activities, and create a cool craft! Each Story Time includes a healthy snack and some time to play with new friends. Older and younger siblings are always welcome. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. For more information, call 406-7775061 or visit northvalleylibrary. org. All library programs are free and open to the public.
Sunday Worship AM Worship at 12:0011p.m. In this Church there shall In this Church there shall be no no outcasts. be outcasts. Marty at 777-2421 for location or information.
Knitters Guild
The Knotty Knitters Guild of the Bitterroot meets every 4th Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Yarn Center, 110 Pinckney Street, Hamilton. This knitters guild is friendly, fun, and includes knitters of all levels, from beginners to master knitters. All are welcome.
Doll Club
The Bitterroot Blizzard Doll Club meets monthly, usually the second Thursday of the month, to share a passion for dolls, bears, toys, miniatures and paper dolls. Members rotate hosting the meeting so call or email for the time and location of the next meeting. Contact Kay Schrader, 406-3607214, schrader1501@blackfoot. net.
Model train club
The Bitterroot Valley Model Railroaders (BVMRR) run their trains in the basement of the Kohl Building, downtown Stevensville, during the following times: First Friday of each month, 5 to 7 p.m. and third Saturday of each month, 1 to 4 p.m. If interested in joining the club, contact Tony Oberting at 273-0006.
Amateur Radio Club
The Bitterroot Amateur Radio Club meets on the third Monday of every month at BJ’s Restaurant in Hamilton starting at 7 p.m. Come early and enjoy a meal and fellowship.
Draft Horse and Mule Club
The Bitterroot Draft Horse and Mule Club meets every second Monday of every other month at 7 p.m. at Community Baptist Church, 409 Buck Street, Stevensville. Members drive everything from mini, to mule, to draft horse. Haven’t driven but would like to learn? This is the club for you! Don’t have a horse but would like to get involved? There is always welcome help and there is always a spot on a wagon somewhere. Members do rides as well and have events scheduled throughout the year. For more information call Claudia at 406642-3477.
Sapphire Quilters Three Mile bingo The Sapphire Quilt Club meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Stevensville Senior Center, 100 Mission Street. Join this fun group of people to learn about quilting. Beginner to expert quilters welcome. For more information call Charlie Kirk at 361-1146.
Fiber Arts Guild
Big Sky Fiber Arts Guild meets the last Saturday of every month. If you are a wool spinner or work with fibers, contact
Bingo is held every first and third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Three Mile Community/Senior Center, 1064 Three Mile Creek Road. Proceeds go to build a new center. For information call 7773710.
Toastmasters
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Men’s Bereavement Breakfast
Marcus Daly Hospice sponsors a Men’s Bereavement Support Breakfast on the second and fourth Friday of each month at 9 a.m. in the Marcus Daly Hospice Dining Room. This breakfast creates a special opportunity for men coping with the death of a spouse or loved one to gather and share their journey of healing. Informal discussions are led by a trained Bereavement Facilitator and address such issues as dealing with grief, loneliness, forming new relationships, single parenting. A donation of $3.00 is appreciated for the meal. For more information call Marcus Daly Bereavement Coordinator at 363-6503.
NAMI family support group
Bitterroot NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is sponsoring a support group for family members that have a loved one with mental illness every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at Cornerstone, 280 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton. If you have a loved experiencing challenging from Mental illness come join us and be a part of solving the problems that you are currently having. Facilitated by trained leaders. For more information call Arlene at 239-1708.
County recycling
The Ravalli County Recycling drop-off site, 759 US Hwy 93 (across from Don’s Home Center) is open on Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, and Mondays, 3 to 6 p.m. Cash paid for aluminum on Saturdays only. Call volunteer coordinator Janice Lee at 360-9895 to learn about volunteer opportunities at either site. Curbside pickup also is available for county residents: call 375-5398 for details.
Clothes Closet
The Stevensville Clothes Closet is a non-profit, free store that serves the people of the Bitterroot Valley by accepting donations of children and adult clothing, shoes, linens, small appliances and kitchenware. They then sort, wash and offer the goods free to the community. The Clothes Closet is located at Middle Burnt Fork and ALC way. It is open for shopping and for donations Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. The Clothes Closet is especially in need of household goods and clothing. For questions about donations or directions call Gail Fisher at 777-5694 or Molly Hackett at 961-4614.
Family Shelter
The Family Shelter of the Bitterroot meets on the first Friday of each month at 2 p.m. at Canyon View Church, 195 Skalkaho Road. Everyone is welcome.
Breast cancer support group
The Bitterroot Valley breast cancer support group meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Daly Leach Memorial Community Room, 1010 W. Main, Hamilton. All are welcome. For information contact Judy Rothie, (406) 564-8613.
Pregnant/new mom groups
Postpartum Support Circle
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and Baby Bistro (breastfeeding support) meet on the second Thursday of each month and a Prenatal Support Circle meets on the fourth Thursday of the month. All meetings are held at 109 N. 4th St. Suite 104 in Hamilton from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. For more information, call Sheehan at 6426527 or email bitterrootbreastfeeding@gmail.com.
Dementia Caregiver Group
Are you a caregiver of someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia? You’re invited to join in an informal group on the second Friday each month at 1 p.m. at The Living Center Chapel (second floor), 63 Main, Stevensville to share your concerns and experiences with others in a same or similar situation. If you would like to attend, your loved one is welcome to visit with facility residents with staff supervision during the meeting time. For more information contact Kati Aiken at Ravalli County Council on Aging, 363-5690.
Family History Libraries
The Family History Libraries invite everyone (ages 12 and up) who is interested in researching their family history to stop in and take advantage of their free services. There are specialists available who are happy to assist you in finding records on your ancestors as well as in organizing photos and stories about them. They also have free access to subscription genealogical sites. 401 N 8th Street, Hamilton Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays: 6 to 8 p.m. Other times available by appointment. Call 363-5108. 100 Middle Burnt Fork Road, Stevensville East Foyer Door - Ring Marked Bell Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays: 12 to 4 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Other times available by appointment. Call 777-2735.
Suicide support group
A support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at Riverfront Mental Health Center, 209 N. 10th, Suite A (blue building), Hamilton. The group is hosted by Ravalli County Suicide Prevention Alliance. For information email: rwetzel@wmmhc.org or phone 375-4095.
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The Stevensville Clothes Closet free store is in need of a few volunteers to help sort, wash and hang donated items. The shifts are from 12:30 to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Volunteers can commit to one day per week or all three days. If interested, call manager Gail Fisher at 777-5694. The Clothes Closet is a non-profit free store that accepts donations of clothing, linens and some household items and then offers them to the community free of charge. The Clothes Closet is located at 3862 ALC Way, off of Middle Burnt Fork Road in Stevensville.
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Pantry Partners Food Bank in Stevensville needs volunteers. For more information contact Dawn Richard at 360-4637 (leave message).
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Volunteers are needed for the Victor Volunteer Fire Department support group. This group provides food for the Wednesday evening meetings of the Victor Fire Department. Support group members are responsible for one week per month only. What you decide to make is up to you, serving about 20 people. Soups, stews, casseroles, etc. and a dessert. Call Sharon at 642-3844 for additional information.
Adult open swim
Bitterroot Aquatic Center offers Adult Open Swim on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Enjoy the 91-degree water and work out at your own pace. Call 375-8200 for more information or visit the website at bitterrootaquaticcenter.com
Chair Yoga
Improve your core strength and flexibility with Chair Yoga every Monday and most Wednesdays at 12 noon or 1 p.m. on 2nd Wednesdays at the St. Francis Pastoral Life Center, 411 S. 5th, Hamilton. By donation only. Call Cynthia at 370-7609 for more info. Great for any fitness level.
Acoustic Jam
An acoustic music jam sponsored by the Bitterroot School of Music is held the 4th Tuesday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rooted Music located at 100 Skeels Street, Suite A in Hamilton. All acoustic instruments are welcome as is anyone who would like to sing or just come and enjoy the music. For info contact Rooted Music at 406-363-5491.
Drum Circle
African Drum Circle takes place on the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Center for Spiritual Life, 328 Fairground Road, Hamilton. Bring your drum, rattles, and other instruments and be part of the fun. No drums? No worries! There are instruments to share. By donation. For information, contact Jerry at 381-7220 (jelb229@aol.com) or on Facebook at CSLBitterroot or visit the website: CSLBitterroot. org.
Meditation Exploration
Experience various meditation techniques, shared by experienced teachers. Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 6:30-8 p.m. at The Center for Spiritual Life, 328 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton. By donation. For more information like on Facebook: CSLBitterroot, or visit: cslbitterroot.org/. Contact Luanne Cathey, 830-4408, lucathey@gmail.com/.
ville. Come join in for “grown-up” conversation, brunch, activities, crafts, speakers, Go Deeper discussions and free childcare. For more info call the church office, 777-2592.
PEP program
PEP stands for Personal Employment Plan. PEP Talk is a simple 3-step process to develop your tailored employment vision for future success. It is free and especially suited for folks who are unemployed, underemployed, students, career changers, and anyone unhappy with their current job. This web-based program which the instructor will guide you through contains personalized vocational guidance as well as information on the Montana job market. After orientation, you can access it on your own. Available twice a month through Bitterroot College. Call Literacy Bitterroot (363-2900) or Star Jameson (5465344) for more information.
Center for Spiritual Life
Center for Spiritual Life holds Sunday Services at 328 Fairgrounds Road, across from Hamilton High School. Come hear inspiring ideas and uplifting music. Meditation begins at 9 a.m., service begins at 9:30 a.m., stay for fellowship in the Social Hall at 10:45 a.m. For further information call Dave Schultz at 381-2355, visit CSLBitterroot.org, or on Facebook: CSLBitterroot.
Course in Miracles Study Group
There are now two meeting times for the Course in Miracles study group. Join one of the weekly ongoing and deepening discussions of A Course in Miracles, a journey of spiritual transformation. The morning class meets Wednesdays from 9:45 a.m. to 12 noon; the evening class meets Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m., both at The Center for Spiritual Life, 328 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton. By donation. More information on Facebook at CSLBitterroot, or visit cslbitterroot.org, or call Selma (AM) at 381-6480 or Ken (PM) at 3812067.
Three Mile Coffee Indoor pickleball Pickleball in Hamilton at Club the First Interstate Building at Three Mile Coffee Club meets every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at 1064 Three Mile Creek Road. Everyone is welcome. Good coffee, conversation and get to know your neighbors. All ages welcome. For information call Colleen at 777-3710.
North Valley Library board
The North Valley Public Library Board of Trustees meets the third Wednesday of the month at 3 p.m. at the library at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. Meetings are open to the public and public input is welcomed. The agenda is posted on the front window of the library and on the library’s website at least 48 hours prior to meetings: https://www.northvalleylibrary. org/docs
Quantum Group
The Quantum Group of the Bitterroot is a group of ordinary people determined to learn about quantum theory. They study relevant material (no equations), discuss it and teach one another this most important field of science. The group meets every other Wednesday at 7 p.m. at St. Francis Community Center in Hamilton. New members invited and welcomed. Visit the website at www// Quantumgb or e-mail blaise. favara@gmail or call 363-0683 for more information.
MomLife
Bitterroot MomLife is a gathering of moms with kids of all ages, meeting twice a month September-May on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Lone Rock Bible Church, 1142 Three Mile Creek Road, Stevens-
the Fairgrounds on May 2, 7, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 28 and 30 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. There are five courts. $5.00 for the 3 hour session or a $40 punch card for 10 sessions or 20 sessions for $60. There are rackets to borrow to try out this sport. Call or text Rick at 239-8648 for more info.
Saturday bingo
Special Saturday Bingo is held every third Saturday of the month at Victor Senior Center. Doors open at 12 noon, play at 1 p.m. $1 per card. $1 admission. Must be 18 to play. Snacks and coffee available. Everyone welcome. Call Glenda at 360-3074 for more information.
Relay for Life sign-ups
The Re-Lei for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society will be held Saturday, June 8 from 4 to 12 midnight at the Ravalli County Fairgrounds. Register now! Sign up your team or join a team by calling Margi at 239-0544.
Got art?
The Bitter Root Humane Association (BRHA) is seeking donations, now through May 24th, of art pieces that you just don’t love like you use to for our upcoming “Previously Appreciated Art Sale” being held on Saturday, June 8th. Undamaged, framed and unframed pieces and all things artistic are welcome. New this year, a “Local Artist Gallery” will be featured and local artists, of all mediums, are encouraged to donate an item. Donations may be brought to the shelter at 262 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton during
open business hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 1 to 6 p.m., Saturday 12 noon to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Bitter Root Humane Association shelter, a 501(c)3 organization. For questions or pick-up arrangements contact Mary at dogmommary@aol.com or (406) 642-3785.
Socrates Cafe
Socrates Café takes place every other Tuesday evening (May 14) from 7 to 9 p.m. in the meeting room of the Bitterroot Public Library. Join in the philosophical discussions. Bring questions to be selected and discussed at the meeting. You are invited to examine, learn and think with others. Learn how others view the world. Together generate community, understanding and change together. Tea, coffee and cookies are provided.
Laundry Love
Laundry Love Hamilton, a monthly laundry event for homeless and low-income individuals/ families, takes place the 2nd Thursday of each month from 5 to 8 p.m. at Fast & Fluffy, 115 Pine Street, Hamilton. 3 loads per individual/family. Check in with a Laundry Love Hamilton volunteer to sign in and receive your washer card. All laundry detergent, fabric softener and quarters will be supplied by Laundry Love Hamilton. Laundry guests must remain on site. Laundry Love Hamilton is made possible by donations, business sponsorships, fundraisers and volunteers. For more information or to inquire on how your business/organization can help, contact Laundry Love Hamilton by email: laundrylovehamiltonmt@gmail. com.
Victor Community Garden
The Victor Community Garden is now open for registration. There are forty 20’ by 20’ plots with great sun exposure surrounded by a deer proof fence. Compost, mulch, tools are provided as well as an automated watering system that waters every night and a paid garden manager who is always happy to help new gardeners. Organic methods are required. Pollinators abound with both fruit trees and a diverse native flower garden located in the center of the gardening area. The fee for a plot is $35 for the whole season (year). The garden is located on 5th, just west of Victor. Call Jill at 360-1751 to be sent a registration form.
10th St. (across from Marcus Daly Hospital), is June 8th. Ravalli County Public Health Dept. is providing vouchers for skateboard helmets that can be redeemed at Valley Bicycle & Ski shop. Supplies are limited so hurry in to Ravalli County Public Health located at 205 Bedford or call 3756672 for more information.
Relay for Life alert
Attention, all who would be able and or want to be part of a Lone Rock area Relay for Life team to participate in the June 7-8 Ravalli Relay for Life. Gary Leese, team captain, welcomes any and all help. Get signed up and develop a plan for the Lone Rock team’s part in this great attack on cancer. How we can recognize those loved ones lost? Recognize current survivors and reach out to help those currently needing help and compassion with coping with this dreaded disease? Be a part of the team! To join contact Gary Leese at 777-5106 or 552-2041 or e-mail 8jobstogo@ gmail.com. He will reach out to you and get you involved at any level you would like.
Fairgrounds open riding memberships
The Ravalli County Fairgrounds welcomes individuals and families to ride in both the Main Arena and Murdoch’s Arena when no other scheduled activities are occurring. In order to defray the costs of working up both arenas for public use, and in order to continue to make improvements, the fairgrounds is asking all users to purchase a membership for the riding season, approximately mid-April through mid-October, depending on the weather. In addition, all riders need to fill out and sign a hold harmless agreement at the Fairgrounds Office. Arenas are worked up regularly during the week! Individual membership-$25 Family membership-$50. Call the office to have the arena unlocked for you, 363-3411, Monday-Friday 9-5.
Wed, May 22 Lone Rock Park District
Lone Rock Park board will meet Wednesday, May 22 at 7 p.m. at the Three Mile Fire Hall, 1064 3 Mile Creek Road. The public is welcome.
Thursday, May 23
Art in the Park Stevi town council Town applications open CouncilThewillStevensville hold a regular meetBitter Root Arts Guild is accepting applications for hand crafted art vendors to show and sell their wares at the 2019 Annual Art in the Park. The event will be held at Legion Park, Hamilton, on Saturday, July 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is outdoors and canopies are recommended but not required. The fee for a 10x10 space at Art in the Park is $40 for Bitter Root Arts Guild members (annual membership fee is $10) or $60 for non-members. For an application call Trish at 406-3813240 or email bitterrootartsguild@ gmail.com. You can also pick up an application Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Artisans on Second, 175 S Second Street, Hamilton, 406-961-9600. You can learn more about Bitter Root Arts Guild on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BitterRootArtsGuild/. Bitter Root Arts Guild was founded in 1970.
Skull Saver Program
Announcing…the Ravalli County Skull Saver Program! Summer’s just around the corner and it’s time to dust off the skateboards and put on those helmets and knee pads! With skate parks in Stevensville, Darby and now in Hamilton, Ravalli County Health Department wants everyone to have a fun, SAFE season! The grand opening of Hamilton’s Circle-13 Skate Park, located on
ing on Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m. at the town hall. The agenda and information is available at https:// www.townofstevensville.com/ meetings. Interviews and selection of a candidate for the Ward 2 Council vacancy will be conducted at the meeting.
Saturday, May 25 Adventure Series
“Germ Factory” is the topic of the free Adventure Series for kids on Saturday, May 25 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Ravalli County Museum, 205 Bedford, Hamilton. How many germs live on your hands? Can you imagine what they look like under a microscope? Trace your hand on paper and draw colorful fantastical germ beasts on each finger, then remember to wash your hands thoroughly so real germs are defeated. For more information call Lani at the museum, 363-3338.
Baroque concert
In the final concert of its regular season, Bitterroot Baroque unveils a fabulous new double manual harpsichord. To celebrate, it is bringing in a great player from Seattle, Jillon Stoppels Dupree, and presenting a program of luscious French music with flutes and viola da gamba. She will be joined by Chicago flutist Leighann Daihl Ragusa and Bitterroot Baroque
board members Sarah Stone and Alex Shaffer. Hear music of Marais, Duphly, Rameau, Blavet, Leclair and Boismortier in the wonderful acoustics of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Hamilton on Saturday, May 25 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets at the door only - $25 and $10 for students.
Monday, May 27 Stevi school menu
Monday: No school Memorial Day Tuesday: Breakfast - Egg Wraps, fruit, milk; Lunch - Chef’s Salad with Turkey & Cheese, mandarin oranges, dinner rolls, bread & butter, milk Wednesday: Breakfast - Cinnamon Waffles, fruit, milk; Lunch - Pulled Pork Sandwich, sweet corn, mixed fruit, bread & butter, milk Thursday: Breakfast Blueberry Pancakes, fruit, milk; Lunch - Chicken Nuggets, peas & carrots, sliced peaches, bread & butter, milk Friday: Breakfast - Apple Filled Bosco Stick, fruit, milk; Lunch - Cook’s Choice, bread & butter, milk
Memorial Day Dinner
The 63rd Annual Memorial Day Service and Dinner will be held Monday, May 27 at Florence Carlton Community Church Fellowship Hall. Join in to honor our military with a Flag Raising Ceremony at 11 a.m. Service is indoors. Dinner will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Menu includes turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, vegetables, rolls and homemade pie! Cost is $7.00 for adults. $4.00 under 12 years old. All proceeds go towards local needs and church missions. All are welcome.
Victor Heritage Museum opening
The Victor Heritage Museum will be opening for the summer on Memorial Day, May 27. The theme this year is Vintage Clothing. Come and see the changes that have been made. After Memorial Day, the Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. It is located on the corner of Main Street and Blake Street in downtown Victor; phone 642-3997; e-mail is victormuseum@cybernet1.com.
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Tuesday, May 28 Republican Women’s Club
Ravalli County Republican Women’s Club will hold its monthly meeting and lunch on Tuesday, May 28 at 11:30 a.m. at BJ’s Restaurant in Hamilton. Guest speakers will be State Representative Theresa Manzella, State Senator Jason Ellsworth and State Senator and Majority Leader Fred Thomas.
Stevi Civic Club
The Stevensville Civic Club will meet Tuesday, May 28 at 6 p.m. upstairs at the town hall. Everyone is welcome. For information call or text Joan Prather at 531-8401.
Wed, May 29 Climate change program
“From Fishing to Farming: How Climate is Affecting the Bitterroot” will be presented on Wednesday, May 29th at 6 p.m. at
the Corvallis Grange. Presenters Chris Clancy, Ed Snook, and Dan Huls will speak on changes in snowpack, runoff, and river flows, and discuss what these changes mean for farming and fisheries in the Bitterroot. This will be of interest to anglers, agricultural producers, and anyone else interested in learning more about how climate will affect fishing and agriculture in our community. Pizza and beer will be available. Brought to you by the Bitter Root Water Forum and Bitterroot Conservation District. For more information contact Katie Vennie at the Bitter Root Water Forum, 375-2272.
Thursday, May 30 Customer service training
Get ready for the tourism season by attending a free customer service training at Stevensville Main Street Association’s office, 102 B Main Street, on Thursday, May 30, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. This highly interactive workshop will prepare you and your staff to provide a positive, helpful and engaging experience
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before, during and after your interaction with the many customers new to your business and community. The workshop focuses on hosting visitors to Montana, with attention to helping you integrate exceptional customer service skills into all your customer relationships. This happens when you and your staff: start with a service mindset; know your business and our region; pay attention to detail and proactively serve the needs of your customers. This is a program of Flathead Community College, sponsored by of Glacier Country Montana and presented by Pam Gosink. Stevensville Main Street Association hosts the Bitterroot presentation as one of Montana’s regional Visitor Information Centers. If you or your staff are interested in attending, register by calling 777-3773. Space is limited.
Friday, May 31 Raptor program
On Friday, May 31, Lolo Pass Visitor Center is celebrating migratory birds with a presentation by guest speaker Kate Davis, Executive Director of Raptors of the Rockies. Davis, along with several of her feathered friends,
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Corvallis parade celebrates 99 years The Corvallis American Legion Post #91 and the Ladies Auxiliary will host the 99th Annual Corvallis Memorial Day parade on Monday, May 27, at 10 a.m. The parade, which is one of the longest parades in the valley, is also one of the shortest. The parade is almost an hour long but the distance is only two blocks long. This year’s theme is “Celebrate the American Legion’s 100th Birthday.” The parade was organized by returning veterans after World War I upon their return from Europe. The solders marched down Main Street to the cheers of the local residents. Then, as now, patriotism is first and foremost for almost all of the participants. The day begins early with breakfast served from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Corvallis High School Lunch Room. The lunch room is located on the east side of the high school. After the parade, there are food booths, games and much visiting by old-timers and newcomers alike. There will also be a throwing
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down the road from the Bass Creek picnic area to the Larry Creek campground where they split up into smaller teams to visit various stations where they learned about stream flow, water insects, native fish, noxious weeds and local birds. The Corvallis had a special station this year in which they learned to play some Salish games. Victor and Lone Rock students will learn about animal habitats in a special station sponsored by B.E.A.R. “All these stations help connect youth to the watershed, and to the important role that water plays in a community,” said Emilie Lahneman, Big Sky Watershed Corps member for the Water Forum.
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Corvallis headed to state High school rodeo The Corvallis girls won the Southwest A Divisional tennis tournament which had been moved to the Peak, a facility just out of Missoula, because of the rain. Seven Blue Devils will advance to the state tournament which will be held at Flathead Community College in Kalispell. That tournament begins Thursday. Even though Corvallis won the team title, Hamilton’s Eliana Foss defeated Corvallis’ Madeline DeLeo for the championship, 6-4, 7-1. But it was all Corvallis in the doubles championship. The team of Megan Kirkland and Christina Weidkamp came into the tournament with the No. 1 seed. They defeated the Butte Central team of Riordan and Anderson, 6-3, 6-1, to move on. They then topped Stevensville’s Eyre and Hawthorn, 6-1,6-3 to move to the championship match. On the other side, Corvallis team of Molly Powell and Bailey Jessop began their quest. They defeat4ed Hasquet and Kelly of Butte Central, 6-2, 6-2. Then they moved past Jamyn Beller and Callie Cavill of Stevensville, 7-5, 6-4. That put the team into the championship where they defeated the favorites, Kirkland and Weidkamp, 4-6, 6-4,6-1. Beller and Cavill finished third with a 6-4, 6-1, win over Corvallis Cecily Gerber and Danielle Coates. On the boys’ side, Corvallis’ Caleb Warnken came in as the No. 1 seed and had a first round bye. He defeated Matt Hock of Stevensville, 6-0, 6-0, to advance to the semi finals. There, he met Dillon’s Sam Jones and defeated him, 6-0, 6-2. That advanced Warnken to the finals where he
played Bradley Rakich of Dillon. Rakich is the defending state champion. The match went three sets with the two battling for every point. Rakich eventually pre-
vailed, 4-6, 7-6 (7-5), 6-3, to take the championship. Aubrey Portier of Corvallis finished third with a 6-3, 2-6, 6-3, win over Matt Knight of Dillon.
The high school track season finishes up this weekend with the state track meets. Class A and C will be held in Laurel, and AA and B will be in Kalispell. Although the divisionals give the athletes one final chance to qualify, many have already qualified for state by achieving a predetermined mark or time. Corvallis is the returning boys team champion and is bringing a strong contingent of athletes that may be able to capture another crown. The Blue Devils girls also have several athletes who are expected to do well. Hamilton has a strong throwing group and will push the Blue Devils. The Hamilton girls are strong in the distance races and throwing events also. Corvallis picked up wins in the high jump,4x400 relay, discus and pole vault. Hannah Hutchison won the high jump with a leap of 5 feet. Calla Haldorson, the there-time state discus champion, threw the disc 138-03 to win that event. Kaileen Herbstritt cleared 11 feet to claim the pole vault. The team of Alyssa King, Lauren Criddle, Bree Lewis, and Kailee McCready clocked a 4:08.80 to top Columbia Falls in the 4x400 relay. Hamilton’s Brynnli Poulsen won the 800 with a time of 2:18.02. She was second in the 1,600 meter race. Katelyn Dickemore finished second in the
shot put by an inch and a half with a throw of 36-10.0. She was also fourth in the discus. Stevensville’s Ashton Lewis won the long jump with a leap of 17-02.5. She was also fourth in the 100 meter race and the 200 meter race. Beaverhead County won the boys’ team scoring with Corvallis finishing sixth and Hamilton seventh in the 12-team field. Will Flowers of Corvallis won the 3,200 meter race with a time of 10:23.74. Jonathan Crane of Corvallis tied for a three-way tie for first in the pole vault. He, Thank Beck of Libby and Jaxon Heinz of Columbia Falls all cleared the bar at 11 feet. Hamilton’s Jacob Campbell won the shot put with a throw of 53-10.50. Cadence Waller of Florence finished fifth in the 800 with a time of 2:09.89. Marik Chrisman of Powell County won with 2:05.52. Chrisman also won the 1,600 with a time of 4:49.86. Florence’s Nathan Gale was sixth with a time of 4:59.08. Gale finished fifth in the 3,200 with a time of 10:58.75, a personal best. Hunter Steele won the race with a time 10:376.92. Freshman Luke Maki had a personal best throw of 112.01.50 in the discus which placed him sixth. Bryce Danielson of Loyola won with a throw of 138-03.50. Maki finished fifth in the javelin with a throw of 148-01.50. The
throw of 158-07.24 by Jakeb Kindel of Eureka won. Donavan Chaffin of Darby finished fourth in the 3,200 with a time of 10:43.67. Wills Degrandpre of Charlo won with a time of 10:14.98. Florence’s Kendall Boehm finished fourth in the shot put with a throw of 31-04. Ashton McAnaly of Bigfork won with 37-07. Anna Stiegler finished sixth in the long jump with a leap of 15-01.75. Alexis Cooney of Loyola won with a leap of 15-10.50. Cassidy Alber of Victor finished sixth in the 100 meter with a time of 13.68. Carlee Fryberger of Charlo won with a time of 13.15. Alber is the only Pirate to advance to state. Darby’s Casey Ehmann won the 300 hurdles with a time of 48.03. She finished second in the 200 meter race. Her time was 27.30. Carlee Fryberger won the race with a time of 26.90. Ehmann finished second behind Fryberger
Caleb Warnken of Corvallis returns a volley against Dillon’s Bradley Rakich in the Southwest A Divisional championship. Jean Schurman photo.
Annie Alexander of Florence caught her calf in the breakaway roping at the high school rodeo that was held this week in Hamilton. The state high school rodeo will be in Baker in two weeks and Alexander will compete at it. On May 31, the junior high state high school rodeo will begin in Sidney. Jean Schurman photo.
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Calla Haldorson of Corvallis will defend her state title in the discus at the Class A Track Meet in Laurel this weekend. Star file photo. in the 100 meter hurdles with 16.14. Fryberger’s time was 16:04.
Gracie Lang finished fifth in the 3,200 with a time of 13:11.52.
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Florence takes second, advances to state In a rain-shortened divisional tournament, the Florence Lady Falcons will make the trip to the Class B State Softball championship tournament in Belgrade this weekend. With back-to-back state championships under their belts, this Florence team will have a giant ‘X’ on their back even though they go in as the No. 2 Seed from the west. And with 10 championships over the last 20 years, that ‘X’ gets even bigger. The Lady Falcons have been struggling with injuries this spring. Key to their defense is ace pitcher Shannon Byrne who sustained a high ankle sprain at the Frenchtown Invitational midseason and hasn’t played at all until Florence’s first game where she played a limited amount. Instead, freshman pitchers Kailee Kovatch and Kasidy Yeoman have taken on the job of pitching. With veteran catcher Natalie Dulac also nursing some injuries as well as Rilee Mangun, the younger
players have had to step up. As the season progressed, they have done just that. In their opening game of the divisional tournament, Florence took on Eureka with Kovatch pitching. Florence played a solid game with only one error and six hits in the 13-8 win. Dani Zahn had two hits including a double and hit three runners in. Dulac had a double and an RBI. Yeoman and Mackenzie Little each had RBIs, and Emily Kinnaman had two RBIs. Saturday morning, the Lady Falcons took on MAC (Mission, Arlee, Charlo) in the undefeated game. Florence lost to MAC in their last home game and so they wanted to win even more. With Yeoman pitching, she allowed no hits until the fifth inning when MAC scored four runs int the 14-4 win for Florence. Yeoman also had three hits and a double. Zahn also had a double, three hits, and four RBIS. Little had three RBIs and
Mangun had two RBIs in the win. Because the weather was getting worse, the tournament was shortened to a single elimination championship so only one championship game was played instead of two. Perennial rivals, Florence and Loyola were both undefeated heading into the game. Loyola jumped out to an early lead with one run in the first inning. Florence tied and then took the lead in the fourth inning and built upon that in the sixth inning. However, the Breakers came back to score three runs in the final inning and take the game, 6-5. Yeoman was the losing pitcher. Kolbi Wood had two hits as did Little. Yeoman, Dulac, and Danara Greer each had one hit. Yeoman Zahn, Dulac and Jaidyn Larson each had an RBI. Florence will begin their defense of their state title on Thursday, May 23, at 2 p.m. They will play Conrad/Choteau, the No. 3 Seed from the East. Other
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The 11th annual Artists Along the Bitterroot Studio Tour and Sale will take place June 7-9. On these days, 14 artists working in a wide range of mediums open their studios to visitors of all ages. The free Tour provides the unique opportunity to explore an
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directions. Chip sealing is scheduled for August and will be done in the daytime. Lost Trail Pass A paving and milling project is also scheduled in June for Highway 93 at Lost Trail Pass, beginning at the Idaho border and going north about 8.9 miles. Some guardrail work will also be done. The chip seal is scheduled for August. The milling and paving work will be done at night and the chip seal will be during the day with single lane traffic using a pilot car.
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are several options. “The deputy clerk, staff member or city council member can take minutes of the meeting,” wrote Clark in reply. “The important thing is that minutes of the meeting are recorded and accurate.” Dewey also contacted Clark at the MSU Local Government Center for clarification. In a written response, Clark denied having told the council members that they couldn’t meet without a clerk. “I must clearly state that in the past 11 years, I do not recall ever being directly asked if a town should cancel its council meeting because the town clerk is unavailable. I have often stated during training sessions, that by law (7-4-4511 MCA) it is the duty of the Clerk to attend all meetings of the council and record and sign the proceedings thereof.” This is done in the context of closed or executive sessions of the Council. Town clerks are important to the function of city government and its operations, but by no means are they a lynchpin of town government and in their absence all operations stop. I am unaware of any reference in the MCA prohibiting town council meetings when the clerk is absent or unavailable. The law states it is the “duty of the clerk to attend all meetings,” not a requirement that meetings must have a clerk present to take minutes in order to proceed,” wrote Clark adding, “I have not been asked nor given technical advice to the Mayor or Council members regarding this procedural question.” Clark urged the mayor and council to consult their attorney about such issues. He also denied the claim made that the Local Government Study Center uses Facebook. “The Local Government Center does not and has not used Facebook as a means of addressing technical assistance questions or communicating to cities and towns, nor will it do so in the foreseeable future. I would suggest that any claim otherwise is misguided,” he wrote. “Lastly, as stated above, I am very concerned with my name and the reputation of the Local Government Center being used as a means of justifying behavior and to advance a particular position. This is not the purpose or aim of
teams playing in the tournament are Huntley Project, Manhattan, Shepherd, Cut Bank, and Plains/ Hot Springs. (Just a side note, former Stevensville softball standout Michele Hunter Bangen is the Plains/Hot Springs coach.) Because of the inclement weather this weekend, the Southwest A Divisional softball tournament was not held. The seeding for the state tournament was determined by the final regular season standings. Frenchtown was first, Hamilton second and Stevensville third in those standings. Although Corvallis won their final game over Dillon, 10-1, it was not enough to move ahead of Stevensville. The State A Softball tournament will be held in Polson and will start on Thursday. Hamilton will play the No. 3 seed from the Northwest A at 11 a.m. Stevensville will play the No. 2 seed from the Northwest at 1 p.m.
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the Local Government Center, and I believe that from this point forward it is in the best interest of the Town of Stevensville that the Local Government Center support the Town of Stevensville with technical assistance only through its City Attorney, Brian West. Having one point of contact will prevent further misunderstandings and disputes regarding what advice has been given,” concludes Clark. Mayor Dewey has rescheduled the council meetings that were cancelled due to the council’s
claims that it was illegal to meet without a clerk being present. He added an agenda item to the next meeting scheduled for May 23 for the council to consider temporarily appointing one of their own members to take minutes. Also on the agenda is an item regarding temporary compensation for administration during the Finance Officer and Town Clerk recruitment, hiring and onboarding. The agenda also includes conducting interviews and potential appointment to fill the Council Ward 2 vacancy.
Bitter Root Back Country Horsemen (BRBCH) and the Bitterroot National Forest are partnering on a trail maintenance project at Coyote Coulee Trail #127 and #511 on the Darby Ranger District. The project is scheduled for this Saturday, May 25th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The group will do general trail maintenance and clean both loops of the trail. This is a walking or riding project using basic hand tools to clear water bars, downed limbs, and brush as well as sawyer work to clear downed trees and limbs from the trails. Brosious Carpet and Floors is also supporting the project by providing food for the trail workers. Coyote Coulee is a popular hiking and horseback riding area that gets heavy use, so hikers and riders should be on alert and watch out for volunteer work crews. The trail system provides the novice rider (both horse and bicycle) and hikers with a relatively easy trail that is close to Highway 93 and accessible most of the year. BRBCH was established more than 40 years ago and was one of the first chapters in the nation. Their goal is to ensure that stock users can continue to access backcountry and wilderness trails. The club annually contributes over 600 personal hours and 425 stock hours on projects, most on the National Forest, that create significant benefits for all trail users and for the natural resources. For more information visit www.bchmt.org/bitterroot.
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High Water Chronicles 2019, Vol. 1 When there’s good current running through the parking lot at the Woodside Fishing Access near my home in Corvallis, it’s safe to say that runoff has officially started. It’s high water season again. So, with scant news to report on the river and streams – blown out, don’t bother – this column will turn to other things, all flyfishing related, hopefully
Flyfishing with Chuck Stranahan interesting, and maybe valuable, until the water comes down. While the river is too high to fish, there’s plenty else you can do: Learn to flyfish, or fill in the gaps You’ve probably received your copy of the Bitterroot Valley Community College catalog of summer courses by now. In it, you’ll find a brief description of two sections of the course, A Friendly Intro to Flyfishing. This course is offered on Tuesday and Thursday evenings for the first two weeks in June, and again during the last two weeks in June. The course will balance PowerPoint presentations with plenty of hands-on experience and practice. The goal is to leave you with what you need to know to fish independently – and have fun doing it. All materials needed for the class will be provided: rod and reel outfits for casting practice, handout sheets and checklists, knot-tying materials and flies. If you have a fly outfit, bring it. If you don’t, wait until you’ve had some instruction before you pick one up. This course is an ideal refresher for the person who has some experience with fly fishing, and wants a refresher or to fill in the gaps in their skill-set. It is, at the same time, designed to get the beginner started right. The basics aren’t that hard to master, but they’re easy to miss. My mission here is to do the basics, do them better, and do them right. There is already interest in this course and people are signing up. If you’re interested, call
Lee Guthrie at Bitterroot College, 375-0100. I’ll be offering a variation of this course through the shop. It will run four consecutive Wednesdays starting June 5. Smaller enrollment, mostly outdoors (unless we’re rained out) and no PowerPoint, mostly hands-on will be the format differences while we cover the same essential material. Call me at the shop 3634197 for further information.
Fly casting, anyone? BVCC is also offering two one-session fly casting clinics this summer on Saturday afternoons. If an International Fly Fishing Federation Certified Casting Instructor (sheesh – what a title – I sometimes cringe at wearing it) were offering a limited enrollment clinic of this nature in a metropolitan area, you’d expect to pay a lot more than the college is getting for the same thing. Gotta love the Bitterroot. Across the board, our lifestyle here is enriched by treasures we can easily overlook or take for granted. The Bitterroot Valley Community College and the courses and opportunities it offers the community is such a treasure. The fly fishing and casting courses are only a small part of it. The most important single skill you can bring to the stream is getting the cast in. This clinic is designed to show you and teach you how to do that. We’ll start with the basics, help each caster to correct their own stroke, and build on that foundation toward achieving two goals: One, the emphasis will be on teaching you the kinds of casting skills – aerial mending, line handling, and more - that will get you more fish. Two, you’ll leave with a practice sequence that will help you improve as you practice on your own. Bring your own fly outfit, or use one of the library rods we’ll provide to help you groove in your casting stroke. There will be some demonstration, plenty of guided practice, and individual instruction. These clinics are always enlightening, and fun. I enjoy teaching them. This clinic is designed for anybody who has some experience with a fly rod, be that a lot or a little, who wants to improve their casting skill, eliminate a hitch in their casting stroke that causes frustration on the stream, and catch more trout. Again, call Lee at BVCC, 375-0100 for more information or to enroll. For a quick suggestion or tune-up, I’m available at the shop and will work with you between customers at any time. Drop in – we’ll go from there. If you’d like an individual lesson, much like a golf or tennis
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lesson with a pro, we can arrange that, too – at Bitterroot instead of big city prices. Not-so-local fishing report If our river is blown out, not so on the Missouri. I just talked to Mike Bushley at Trout Montana in Cascade. Jan and I make his anglerequipped motel in Cascade our regular stay when we’re visiting family and fishing the area.
He tells me that the Missouri down on his end is showing a visibility of two feet – plenty enough to produce some surprisingly good dry fly fishing. And the fish are big – even for the Mo. He’s fishing above the Dearborn, which can discolor the water pretty well when it’s pumping mud. But in the stretches below the crowds that gather toward the upper end, around Craig and Wolf Creek, and above the Dearborn you’ll find some great fishing that you can enjoy it without the crowds. On the lower end the dry fly fishing is picking up with good hatches of baetis, AKA the ubiquitous Missouri blue-winged olives, and March browns. “March browns?” I asked him. “They’re late, but we’re getting them,” Mike replied. “We’re also seeing some skwalas. Where there is bigger cobble down here, we do get that hatch, too.’ “And we’re seeing some big fish. Just a couple of days ago a guy caught a rainbow that went well over twenty-five inches, and had fat oozing down between his fingers. That fish had to go well over six, maybe pushing seven pounds – and it was caught on a dry... a skwala-sized Purple Chubby.” The whole length of flyfishing water on the Missouri, from the dam to Cascade, is fishing well. Be prepared for the weather, which can be wet and chilly. And be prepared for the wind. Leave your four-weight at home. Call Mike at 406-468-9330 or visit his website troutmontana. com for updates or information.
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Obituaries Pat and Jim Hunter Pat and Jim Hunter, native Californians, passed away in Missoula, Montana in January and May 2019 respectively. They moved to Montana to be close to their family. Pat was born to an old Whittier Quaker family on October 11, 1927. During the Depression, the Haworth family moved to a small farm on the Santa Ana River, back when it was actually a river, that they shared with a pet crow named Jim. Mom graduated from high school and once the boys were older went back to school at Cerritos College and Cal State Fullerton to obtain her Masters in education degree. She was a teacher and after retiring from that profession she volunteered doing adult literacy work. She was active in her church covenant group for many years. Jim was the first child born in LA in 1926 into a fun loving and sometimes rowdy family that emigrated from southern Idaho. The Hunter family was always involved in construction. Grandpa Ernest ran his own small construction company while Grandma Marj was a nurse. Dad played football at Montebello high and worked as a lifeguard at the local pool. He enlisted in the Navy in WWII and was sent to the University of New Mexico and USC. Upon graduation, he took a slow boat to China and back. They started their life together in Whittier where son Chris was born in the same hospital as his mom and grandmother. Then it was off to El Centro where son Tim was born. Southern Cal Gas then moved them to LA where dad worked for many years while the family lived in La Mirada and Glendale. About the time the boys moved on to further their education, Dad became president of a development company and they
moved to Newport Beach – a lifelong dream for Mom. They also became first class world travelers. They often included the whole family on these trips and inspired the love of travel in us all. They maintained a world map with pins that show their destinations that remains a source of wonder for the family. One of their first dates was a ski trip to Big Bear Mountain – it didn’t end well with Mom suffering a knee injury. But their love of skiing was lifelong and they introduced their children and grandchildren to the sport – especially at Park City, Utah where we spent many family holidays. ADVERTISING Mom and Dad lived very
long, successful and eventful lives. They were lifelong and active members of the Presbyterian Church. They taught us the importance of service to the community and giving to others that are less blessed than we have been. Mom and Dad are predeceased by their parents Dick and Dorothy Haworth and Ernest and Marjorie Hunter and grandson Casey. They are survived by their two sons, Chris (Carol) and Tim (Shelley), grandkids Kyle (Cory) and McKenzie (Sam) and four granddaughters, Marley, Isla, Violet and Estelle and beloved cat, Petey. Graveside services will be held at Pacific View Cemetery.
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Amy M. Scott Smith, Esq. WORDEN THANE P.C. Attorneys at Law 321 W. Broadway St., Ste. 300 Missoula, MT 59802-4142 Telephone: (406) 721-3400 Facsimile: (406)721-6985 Email: ascottsmith@wordenthane.
Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: MARCELLA K. CLYDE, Deceased. DEPT. No. 1 PROBATE NO. DP-19-52 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to ELIZABETH “LIBBY” BRUNELL, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at c/o Worden Thane P.C., 321 W. Broadway St., Ste. 300, Missoula, MT 59802-4142, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court.
DATED this 18th day of April, 2019. /s/ ELIZABETH “LIBBY” BRUNELL c/o Worden Thane P.C. 321 W. Broadway St., Ste. 300 Missoula, MT 59802-4142 WORDEN THANE P.C. Attorneys for Personal Representative By: AMY M. Scott Smith, Esq. BS 5-8, 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EVELYN I. TUNNELL, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-55 Dept. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the abovenamed estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Jack D. Tunnell, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at the Law Offices of LAWRENCE D. JOHNSON, Attorney at Law, P.O. Box 500, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. Dated this 8th day of May, 2019 /s/ Jack D. Tunnell, Personal Representative 102 Road 551 Glendive, MT 59330 BS 5-15, 5-22, 5-29-19. MNAXLP MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HOLLIS V. GASCOYNE, Deceased. Cause No. DP-19-56 Dept. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the abovenamed estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Heidi G. Vadheim-Tosini, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at the Law Offices of LAWRENCE D. JOHNSON, Attorney at Law, P.O. Box 500, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. Dated this 9th day of May, 2019. /s/ Heidi G. Vadheim-Tosini, Per-
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COUNTY RONALD E. SASS, Petitioner vs. CASSEY S. SASS, Respondent Cause No. DR 16-131/27 Department No. 2 NOTICE OF HEARING PLEAST TAKE NOTICE that Respondent Calley Sass has motioned the 21st Judicial District Court to amend the parenting plan in this matter. A show cause hearing will be held on the 13th day of June, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. in District Courthouse #2, Ravalli County Courthouse, 205 Bedford Street, Hamilton, MT. Dated this 26th day of April, 2019. /s/ Jennifer B. Lint, District Judge /s/ Amber Miles, Deputy Clerk BS 5-15, 5-22, 5-29, 6-5-19. MNAXLP
Dustin M. Chouinard David T. Markette Megan S. Winder! MARKETTE & CHOUINARD, P.C. 601 S. First Street P.O. Box 515 Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-1110 DustinC@mcpcattorneys.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of JAYNE CARMELITA BUSH WILLIAMS, a/k/a JAYNE C. WILLIAMS, Deceased. Probate No. DP 19-39 Dept. No. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed as Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Kalob James Williams, the Personal Representative, in care of MARKETTE & CHOUINARD, P.C., 601 S. First Street, P.O. Box 515, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Montana that the foregoing is true and correct. DATED this 30th day of April, 2019. /s/ Kalob James Williams MARKETTE & CHOUINARD, PC /s/ Dustin M. Chouinard Attorney for Personal Representative BS 5-22, 5-29, 6-5-19. MNAXLP
Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Name Change of Nicole R. Anderson, Nicole R. Anderson, Petitioner Cause No. DV-19-169/3 Dept. No.: 2 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Nicole Rainbo Anderson to Maeve Cole Anders. The hearing will be on May 16, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be on June 20, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Dated: May 14, 2019. /s/ Paige Trautwein, Clerk of District Court By: Amber Miles, Deputy Clerk of Court. BS 5-22, 5-29, 6-5, 6-12-19. MNAXLP Notice to Mainstem Bitterroot and East Side Subbasin (76HA) – Bitterroot River Water Users MOTION TO AMEND STATEMENT OF CLAIM (Pursuant to Section 85-2-233(6), MCA) A Motion to Amend Statement of Claim 76H 148150-00 has been filed with the Montana Water Court by Claimants Linda and Charles Couey, seeking to correct the Ditch Name from the currently listed incorrect name; Mason-Harmony Ditch, to the correct name; Blodgett-Culler-Grill Ditch; and to correct the associated point of diversion to the NWSWSE Sec.30 T5N, R20W, Ravalli County, which is the point of diversion for the BlodgettCuller-Grill Ditch. By filing this Motion, Claimants assert that these amendments are necessary to accurately reflect the historical use of this water right. OBJECTION DEADLINE Any response or objection to the Motion to Amend must be filed with the Montana Water Court, P.O. Box 1389, Bozeman, MT 59718, 1-406-586-4364, within 45 days of the date of the last newspaper publication of this notice, by July 8, 2019, in accordance with Section 85-2-233(6), MCA. Please indicate “Claim 76H 148150-00” on any response, objection, or other correspondence related to this Motion to Amend. BS 5-8, 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP
Ashley E. Kendrick P.O. Box 266 Conner MT 59829 Petitioner Pro Se MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY In Re the Marriage of Ashley E. Kendrick, Petitioner and Alan Kendrick, Respondent Cause No. DR-19-20 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVENAMED RESPONDENT: You, the Respondent, are hereby summoned to answer the Petition in this action, which is filed in the office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your written answer and serve a copy thereof upon the Petitioner within twenty-one days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Petition. This action is brought to obtain a dissolution of marriage and to establish a permanent parenting plan for the minor child(ren) of the marriage. Title to and interest in the following real property will be involved in this action: N/A. Dated this 29th day of April, 2019. /s/ Paige Trautwein, Clerk of the District Court By: Janeane Sorenson, Deputy Clerk BS 5-8, 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP. HON. JENNIFER B. LINT District Judge, Department No. 2 Twenty-First Judicial District Ravalli County Courthouse 205 Bedford, Street, Suite B Hamilton, Montana 59840 Telephone: (406) 375-6790 Fax: (406) 375-6785 MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI
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Bids are due June 11, 2019 with an intended date of award on June 13, 2019, and completion of the project no later than August 9, 2019. Glenda Wiles Commissioners Adm. Assistant BS 5-22, 5-29-19. MNAXLP CALL FOR BIDS ROOF REPLACEMENT FOR SHEEP/SWINE BARN AT RAVALLI COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS IN HAMILTON, MONTANA The BOARD OF RAVALLI COUNTY COMMISSIONERS are calling for bids for a roof replacement at the Fairgrounds in Hamilton, Montana. A full package of the bid which includes the scope of work, timeline, pre-bid walk through and award process are available at the Ravalli County Commissioners Office at 215 S. 4th Street, Suite A, Hamilton, or by email at gwiles@rc.mt.gov or at the Ravalli County Fair Office at 100 Old Corvallis Road, Hamilton. Bids are due June 11, 2019 with an intended date of award on June 13, 2019, and completion of the project no later than August 9, 2019. Glenda Wiles Commissioners Adm. Assistant BS 5-22, 5-29-19. MNAXLP NOTICE The first half of the 2019 Mobile Home Taxes are due payable before 5 pm May 31, 2019. We now have a Night Drop located at North end of Administration Building in drive through. Mail payments must be postmarked by May 31, 2019 or the payment will be returned for penalty and interest. Please make checks payable to the Ravalli County Treasurer. Master Card, Visa, Discover and American Express cards are accepted. Also accepting online payments at www.Ravalli.us/196/Property-Tax. Paying with Credit/Debit card will include a 2.15% convenience fee and $1.25 Transaction Fee. Ravalli County Treasurer Dan Whitesitt 215 S 4th St Ste H Hamilton MT 59840 406-375-6600
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NOTICE The second half of the 2018 Real Estate Taxes are due payable before 5 PM, May 31, 2019. We now have a Night Drop located at North end of Administration Building in drive through. Mail payments must be postmarked by May 31, 2019 or the payment will be returned for penalty and interest. Please make checks payable to the Ravalli County Treasurer. Also accepting online payments at www. Ravalli.us/196/Property-Tax. Paying with Credit/Debit card will include a 2.15% convenience fee and $1.25 Transaction Fee. Ravalli County Treasurer Dan Whitesitt 215 S 4th St Ste H Hamilton MT 59840 406-375-6600 BS 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP LEGAL NOTICE Barstad Amended Plat Minor Subdivision of Lot 15-A AP 352, being a portion of Block 8. Sunnyside Orchards. The proposal is a 3-lot minor subdivision on 4.00 acres. The subdivision is located at 4414 Tripp Lane, Stevensville, MT. The subject property is located in Section 6, T9N, R19W, P.M.M., Ravalli County, Montana. The applicant is Gerald Barstad and the Consultant is Ron Uemura of RAM Engineering. Information describing the proposal is available for inspection at the Planning Department, in the County Administrative Center, 215 S. 4th St., Suite F, Hamilton, MT 59840. Written comments are encouraged to be submitted to the Planning Department prior to the below meeting, and will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC). The BCC will conduct a Public Hearing to review the proposal on Friday, May 31st, 2019, at 9:30 a.m., in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room at the Administrative Center. The public may comment verbally, or in writing, at the meeting. Comments and information submitted at the public meeting will be considered in the decision on the subdivision. However, please note that only under select circumstances will new information be allowed into the record after the public meeting. BS 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP
and to express their opinions. Comments may be given orally at the hearing or submitted in writing via email, clerk@townofstevensville.com, or U.S. Mail to P.O. Box 30, Stevensville, MT 59870 prior to 12:00 p.m., May 23, 2019. Questions, comments or more information may be obtained by contacting Town Hall at (406) 777-5271. Attest: Brandon E. Dewey, Mayor BS 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP
LEGAL NOTICE Ryan Young, Dustin Beanblossom, Veronica Davis, Harold & Carla Young: NOTICE IS NOW GIVEN that pursuant to the provisions of MCA 70-6-601, et. seq. and the contracts you signed, the contents of your storage units are now subect to an operators lien. Unless the accruing balance is paid in full, before 1 pm on 5/24/19, the contents of the storage units will be removed and sold at Xtra Space RV & Mini Storage, 350 Old Corvallis Road, Hamilton MT 59840 at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 25, 2019.
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PUBLIC HEARING Thursday, May 23, 2019 6:00 p.m. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town of Stevensville Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall at 206 Buck Street, Stevensville, Montana 59870 for the purpose of considering the following Petition for Variance: Scott and Leslie Chandler, petitioners and owners of the property legally described as PLEASANTVALE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE, S27, T09 N, R20 W, BLOCK 006, Lot 007, S2 OF LOT 7 N2 OF LOT 8 BLOCK 6 PLEASANTVALE, addressed as 513 CHARLOS STREET, are requesting a variance of the front property setback requirement of 25 feet. The variance would modify the setback to 11 feet, allowing for the construction of a front entry porch. Additional information regarding these variance requests is available at Town Hall. The Board of Adjustment will convene to consider the variance request directly following the hearing at 6:30 p.m. All interested persons will be given the opportunity to ask questions
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• Valley real estate, • Ranching, • State certified R.E. Instructor Call me or have your agent call
HAMILTON, MT - 708 Cherry Street | $234,900 | MLS# 63493
KERRY HANSON BROKER - REALTOR®
406.240.4672 KerryH@PureWestMT.com
789 Bobcat Lane - Hamilton
Well maintained 3bd/1ba, 1104+/- sf, in the pines. Quiet, peaceful with loads of wildlife. Home features gas fireplace, remodeled kitchen with gas range, Wood floors, new windows, new paint, metal roof, raised and fenced garden area, heated greenhouse, two large storage buildings, wood shed, wood stove in over sized garage, covered patio, and fenced yard for animals. Quick access to town but feels like it’s remote. This one is move in ready. MLS#63279 / 21900811 $325,000
Bruce Gould Realtor, GRI, SFR Certified
406-360-8348
A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC
$499,000
CLIFF TREXLER 363-5275 - 369-2509
Linda Lancaster, Realtor
Beautiful Home on 3.65 Acres
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360 Degree View, 2 Level Plus Walk-Out Basement, 3 Br, 3 Baths, Great Wood Cabinet Kitchen, Propane Fireplace Plus Wood Heater, Deck On 3 Sides, Over Sized 3 Stall Garage/ Workshop,Basement For Storage And Cellar, All On 9.4 Irrigated Acres. From The Deck You See The Mountains, Valley And Pretty Yard. This Is A “Special” Property.
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Helping You Find Your Future! FREE 1 year home warranty to all buyers at closing and a FREE home warranty to sellers while home 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE Let me put it to work for you. is listed! Call Now! I will exceed your expectations! 406-272-5145 • mtlinlan@gmail.com • www.on93.com
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Outstanding in his field Merle Unruh
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Talk to Merle for all your Real Estate Needs! Hamilton 363-4700
CLIFF TREXLER 363-5275 - 369-2509
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Custom cabinets with Granite countertops and all new appliances, two fireplaces, living room and a family room and a wine cellar are some of the features in this 5 bedroom, 3 bath home that is ready for a new family. There is also an 180 sq ft bonus room off the back of the garage.
Call Mark Haldorson! 381-4112
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Growers Directory 2
1 Florence
Hwy 93 Fairgrounds RD
Bell Crossing 6
Eastside Hwy Pinkney
Victor Crossing
Bailey Ln
7
State St
13
Bedford
Corvallis
S 2nd
Popham Ln
11
12
Main St
S 3rd
8
9
Golf Course Rd
Black Ln
14
10 Golf Course
14 Grund5
Grantsdale Rd
7. Huls Dairy • 360-0779 • 1769 Simpson Rd. Corvallis, MT Afterburner Boost Garden & Lawn Fertilizer. Grow green with Boost! Benefits: organic soil amendment, renewable, Improves soil structure, retains moisture, increases organic content, increases soil nutrients, beneficial micro-organisms, adds trace minerals. Bags available at many local stores. Great for Gardens, Lawns, Flowers, Vegetable, Houseplants. www.HulsDairy.com email: hulsdairy@montana.com call 3600779 for an appointment.
Middle Burnt Fork Rd
N 2nd
6. Nature’s Enhancement, Inc. 777-3560 • 2980 Eastside Hwy. (corner of Bell Crossing & Eastside Hwy.) Public Welcome - Open M-F 8 am-4:30 pm - Some Saturdays. Low grower prices. Nursery and full-service landscape company. Landscape Services: Complete landscape services including lawn installation, sprinkler systems, custom rock walls, and planting services. We also build patios, decks, fire pits, retaining walls, pathways and water features. Tree services and moving also available! Nursery: We specialize in Rocky Mountain natives and hardy plant material including instant shade trees, large evergreens, fruit trees, blooming shrubs, colorful groundcovers and wildflowers. Plant sizes range from a 1-gallon container up to a 30-ft. B&B tree. Located on 40 acres in Stevensville. Major credit cards accepted. For examples of landscape projects and our plant catalog visit: www.naturesenhancementinc.com
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Hamilton Area
Stevensville
N 3rd
5. Stevensville Hardware • 777-3252 • 323 Main Street, Stevensville The Boutique 327 • 777-4327 • 327 Main Street Open: Monday - Friday 7am-7pm, Saturday 8am-6pm, & Sunday 9am-5pm Our Garden Center is located between Stevensville Hardware & The Boutique 327! Stevensville Hardware is your Garden Headquarters with a large selection of hanging baskets, annuals and perennials from our local Brown’s Greenhouse. We carry many different types of soils, bark, manure, compost, rock and decorative bricks to help put the final touches on your garden or landscaping project. Our lawn and garden department inside has everything you need to get your lawn green from garden hose, sprinklers and fittings. See our new ranch supplies, fencing and irrigation. See the new Boutique 327 at 327 Main street Stevensville for all new unique gifts, home decor, house plants and more! As always buy a pot or bring in your own and we will plant it for FREE! Stop in our rental department to talk with George or Christian about our rental equipment. We have tillers, thatchers, an in closed skid-steer, mini excavator, boom lift, our brand new little Bobcat. and so much more to help get your outside project done in a breeze. Just in! A post driver to make fencing easy. Delivery is available on equipment.
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S 4th
4. Super 1 Foods - Stevensville 777-7300 • 39 Stevensville Cutoff Rd • Stevensville Open 7 days a week. Great selection of quality plants, good prices, and great selections of annuals, vegetables, and new plants weekly from asters to zinnias. Garden supplies and art.
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N 4th
3. Cottage Garden Greenhouse 777-3061 5034 Eastside Hwy. Stevensville Halfway between Stevensville and Florence. Open Mon. to Sat. 9am to 6pm, Sun. Hamilton 11am-5pm. Look no further for everything you need to bring your garden fantasies to life! Montanagrown annuals, hanging baskets, perennials, hardy roses and flowering shrubs blooming in every shade imaginable! Stock up on everything you need for your vegetable and herb garden, and be ready for an abundant feast this summer / fall! For 28 years we have been guiding local garden dreamers call or stop by with your ideas and questions today! Now accepting VISA/MC. This Spring we have Ornamental Flowering trees. cottagegardengreenhouse.com.
Three Mile
Simpson Ln
Sweeny Creek LP 2. Brown’s Greenhouse Family owned & operated. Wholesale & retail. 241-8360 5629 Lower Woodchuck, Florence (8 Mile community, follow signs north from EastHwy 93 side Hwy at the round about.) Mon-Fri 9am - 7pm, Sat 9am-5pm. Closed Sundays Mid April through June while supplies last Six large greenhouses full of annual bedding plant packs, pots and hanging baskets: • Flowers including pack petunias, mariS. Kootenai Ck Rd golds, pansies, Allysum, Lobelia, etc. • Veggies including dozens of varieties of tomatoes & peppers, cole crops, herbs, cucumbers, squash and more; pack, 4” or 6” • Wide variety of 10” & 12” hanging baskets (3,000 to choose from) Victor * Specialty large combination baskets • 4” specialty Proven Winner and more. • Large specialty planters and color bowls for Mother’s Day • Look for our plants at local garden centers in the Bitterroot and Missoula. www.brownsgreeenhousemt.com Find us on Facebook
Old Corvallis Rd
1. Wayne Herman Trees Call Wayne for more information 5319009. We’ve moved! Just south of the stop light in Florence. Open May - July 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. everyday. Come check out our FRESH selection of Spruce Trees. We also carry most deciduous trees.
Grantsdale Rd
Grundy Ln
15
15 Skalkaho
Lewis
Ln
Sleeping Child RD
8. Moeller’s Nursery 961-3389 • Since 1971 • ¾ miles South of Corvallis on Eastside Hwy. Open every day in season – April through November Bedding plants – Large selection of annual & perennial bedding plants: pansies, petunias, lobelia, asters, impatiens, dahlias, geraniums, moss roses, marigolds, alyssum, begonias, osteospernum, and more. Large selection of hanging baskets featuring begonias, ivy geraniums, fuchsias, super petunias & mixed baskets. Perennials - 85 varieties including Bleeding Hearts, peonies, columbine, daisies, delphinium, sedum, and ornamental grasses. Vegetable bedding plants – Large variety that produce well in Bitterroot: tomatoes, peppers, cukes, melons, squash, broccoli and herbs. MT certified seed potatoes, strawberry plants, asparagus roots. Nursery stock – Shade trees, fruit trees, flowering trees and shrubs. Lilac bushes. Potentillas. Rhubarb plants, gooseberry, raspberry, josta berry, blueberry, grape, currant, Gogi and honeyberry. Save now on bare root trees and shrubs. Potting soil, peat moss, boost composted manure in bags, and seeds. Wall-O-Water plant protectors Produce – A complete line available in season. Specializing in super sweet sweet corn, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, potatoes, cucumbers, squash and pumpkin 9. K&S Greenhouse 961-1612 • 204 Black Lane, Corvallis, a half mile east of the Pharaoplex Theater. Open Monday – Saturday, 9am-6pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm. K&S Greenhouse has the healthiest and best variety of hanging baskets and deck planters in the Bitterroot. K&S carries Montanacertified seed potatoes and organic, GMO-free vegetable seeds. K&S carries dozens of varieties of annual plants in four-inch and six-inch pots and six-packs. They also have herbs and vegetable starts – including 25 varieties of tomatoes. This year, check out their newly expanded perennial section, as well as their nursery featuring small-caliber ornamental trees, fruit trees and shrubs. www.ksgreenhouse.com 10. Bitterroot Nursery 961-3806 • 3 miles North of Hamilton on the Eastside Hwy. Large selection of locally-grown trees and shrubs, bedding plants, hanging baskets, perennials, annuals, pottery, garden ornaments, landscape supplies, mulch and more! Open Daily, M-F 9-5:30, Sat 9-5, Sun 10-4. 11. Evans Ace Hardware 363-3351 • 714 N. First (on Hwy 93) Hamilton Open 8 a.m. -7pm 7 Days a week Evans Ace Hardware is your neighborhood gardening headquarters and Premier level STIHL dealership. Our certified garden team includes graduates from the SCOTTS Training Institute. They are eager to answer your lawn and gardening questions. Our greenhouse has a full selection of local annuals, perennials, herbs, as well as Montana grown vegetables from Brown’s Greenhouse in Florence. Bailey’s will be supplying an assortment of trees and shrubs. Convenient bags of soils and amendments are piled high. Evans Ace Understands that spending time in your garden isn’t all about work. We have everything you need to relax and entertain outdoors as well. Add to your bragging rights with grills and accessories from
TRAEGER and WEBER. We can ensure you consistent value throughout the growing season with national sales events from now until August. Forget mail in rebates! Take advantage of “INSTANT SAVINGS” for all our rewards members. 12. Lakeland Feed and Supply 363-2334 • 110 Mill Street Hamilton (Marcus St. across from the Bitterroot Brewery) Check us out online at lakelandfeeds.com Mon-Fri 8-6 Sat 9-5 For all your lawn and garden needs! -Local made lawn, pasture and garden fertilizer. - Huge selection of pasture, lawn and feed plot seeds. - Vegetable and Flower Seeds, Onions, and Potatoes starts. -ORMI certified soil amendments. - Variety of compost, manure and potting soil (available in organic) Proudly featuring USA Made Products Friendly knowledgeable staff everyday 13. Hamilton Farmers Market – a Cooperative 28 years of offering the finest in the Bitter Root valley! On Bedford & Third Streets, by the Museum, Hamilton Open 9-12:30 Saturday from April 21 to October 27 The Hamilton Farmers Market offers: - County grown agriculture products including bedding plants and non-GMO produce, - Locally handcrafted items and artwork - Fresh prepared baked goods and hot foods plus coffee, tea, and iced drinks - Live music and a fun festive happening for the whole family. Interested vendors who live in Ravalli County, call Terri Frost, Market Manager, at 406-360-0616 14. COOKS’ Gardens, the Greenhouse 363-0212 177 Golf Course Rd • Hamilton Conveniently located just 2 blocks off of Highway 93. A seasonal greenhouse, Cooks’ Gardens offers a selection of unique annuals, deer resistant perennials, grasses, ornamental succulents, OVER 20 VARIETIES OF TOMATOES, other veggies, and garden ware. Always friendly, always helpful, we can recommend the right combo for the right spot and we’ll plant up your containers especially for you. April hours: 10-5, Closed Sundays and Thursdays. May and June hours: M-S 10-6, Sun. 11-4. 15. The Scented Garden and Greenhouse Owner Sandie Fleischmann 363-7405 • 285 Grundy Lane, Hamilton (just off Grantsdale Road, 2 blocks south of Golf Course Road) Watch for the blue and gold signs. Open 10-5 Mon-Fri, 10-4 Sat, 11-3 Sunday. Organic, homegrown and hand cared for quality plants for all your gardening needs, including large hardy perennials, and bedding plants too numerous to mention. Gorgeous hanging baskets, deck and container pots. Organic vegetables too! Now: onsite consulting at your property for your landscaping needs for your deck or yard. We give you ideas for your unique look, with color all year long, that adds quality to your home. Open for the season from April until October. If you haven’t seen our beautiful gardens, please stop by! You might even get a few gardening ideas.