Montana Ranches
A Word from Our Partners, Montana Partners for Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Fish andWildlife Service
"Here in Montana, the Partners for Wildlife Program is our best defense against rural subdivision. And subdivision of productive ranches is the biggest threat to wildlife habitat. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has the staff and know-how to make the program work." ... [Read More]
Montana - About Montana District Office
The Montana District Office servicesa population of 904,433 individuals of which 364,127 are either over65 or younger than 18 years old. The remaining population of 538.068 areclients or prospective SBA clients. There are also 78,123 government employeesand 27,600 farms and ranches in the state. The population of the stateis 90.6% non minority. Native Americans comprise 6.2% and other minoritiescomprise 3.2% of the population. Montana's gross state product is over$21.7 million (2000). ... [Read More]
Max Baucus, Senator from Montana
Throughout his career, Max has never forgotten where he came from or who he represents. Raised on a ranch near Helena, Max understands the values of hard work, faith, family, and community. That’s why he does “Work Days” as often as he can with a local business in Montana. Max spends a full day working alongside Montanans to gain a better perspective of the challenges they face. Over the years, he’s done Work Days on farms and ranches, at butcher shops and pharmacies, schools and construction sites. ( View Work Day photo gallery .) ... [Read More]
Discovering Montana - Brief History
Cattle and sheep ranches continued to take advantage of Montana's abundant grasslands. Passage of the Enlarged Homestead Act in 1909 brought tens of thousands of homestead farmers into the state looking for inexpensive land. Wheat farming was popular until an extended drought, and a drop in market prices after World War I, ruined many farmers. The homestead "bust" forced many farmers to abandon Montana. ... Miners weren't the only early settlers in Montana. Cattle ranches began flourishing in western valleysduring the 1860's as demand for beef in the new mining communities increased. After 1870 open-range cattle operations spread across the high plains, taking advantage of the free public-domain land. ... [Read More]
Montana Tourism Intranet Site - Travel Montana, MT Department of Commerce
Typically, 400 to 450 people participate in the two-day conference. Montana's tourism industry involves private sector travel service providers, property owners (hotels, motels, guest ranches, B&Bs, resorts), public and private sector attraction managers and staff, outfitters/guides, federal and state agency land managers, state, regional and community tourism developers, promoters and interested individuals. ... [Read More]
Max Baucus, Senator from Montana
A state's economy has a direct impact on its residents, on their families, and on the success of their businesses, farms and ranches. Unfortunately, like many areas of the country, Montana has experienced tough economic times during the past twenty years. And that's why, as top Democrat of the Senate Finance Committee, it's my top priority to boost Montana's economy and bring more good-paying jobs to our state. Our economy is the foundation upon which our state rests and I'll continue to put principles over politics and do all that I can to continue strengthening our state's foundation. ... [Read More]
Rodeos, Pow Wows, Dude Ranches and many other Western Adventures in Montana
In Montana you can experience the adventure and true romance of the American West. Steeped in the western tradition of the cowboy, Ranch Vacations offer exciting outdoor experiences, spectacular scenery, and warm hospitality. Each ranch property is unique with its own distinct character, from working cattle ranches, to resort properties. Some offering programs specifically for [Read More]
Montana Tourism Intranet Site - Travel Montana, MT Department of Commerce
This 148+ page guide is divided into six sections, each featuring one of Montana's tourism countries. Each country's section contains comprehensive contact information on motels/hotels, bed and breakfasts, guest ranches, resorts, hostels, hot springs, public and private campgrounds and guided recreational services. Also included within each country are details on golf courses, ski areas, state parks, national forests and other recreational opportunities. The travel planner features a section on general information resources such as car rentals, weather and road reports, local chamber contacts and airline information. ... [Read More]
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