Outside Bozeman

Spring came early this year, and we're celebrating with stories of springtime floats, biking across diverse landscapes, and Montana-inspired adventures. Plus, dive into local history, state parks, and Gallatin Valley legacies. Grab your copy around town today!

Hoping for a successful season on the water? Cast Fishing Guide is giving away a year-long subscription to IdentaFly, along with 5 of Craig Mathew's favorite flies from Umpqua. Enter to win here: facebook.com/share/p/1G1xc7…

Join Outside Bozeman + Montana K9 Safety for a 2-hr workshop on keeping your dog safe during outdoor activities. 📅 Thurs, April 30 🕔 5–7pm 📍 Bozeman Fire Station #3 Learn lifesaving skills: safety basics, trap/snare release & trail emergencies. outsidebozeman.com/store/events/c…

🎣 New podcast episode out now! Fly-fishing legend Craig Mathews talks life as an angler, conservationist & co-founder of @1PercentFTP. 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. PLUS: Win his new book Pheasant Tail Simplicity + 5 MT flies. Enter: outsidebozeman.com/contests

Ready to win? Tickets to Friday's Ski Maintenance Clinic include automatic entry into our raffle with prizes valued at $150+, a swag bag, shopping discounts, and a chance to win goggles from Round House Ski & Sports. Snag your spot: outsidebozeman.com/store/events/c…

Good care keeps your gear performing. Join us + Round House Ski & Sports for a Ski Maintenance Clinic 📅 Fri, Jan 23 | 5:30–7:30pm 🎟️ Raffle, swag & exclusive shopping 🔗 outsidebozeman.com/store/events/c…

Montana pushes us toward bold ideas, questionable decisions, and unforgettable moments. That’s the spirit behind our Montana Made Me Do It contest. Whatever Montana made you do it, we want to hear it. Share your story, photo, or poem. outsidebozeman.com/contests-givea…

Winter may be slow to arrive, but the latest issue of Outside Bozeman is here! Powder pursuits, winter jobs, sauna culture, gear, and plenty of humor to get you through the dark months. Available now around town.

The Blue Light Guide is back! Packed with expert tips, local insights, outdoor etiquette, Montana history, must-know knots, and coupons for great local deals. From camping and fishing to hiking and skiing, it’s your seasonal go-to. Grab a copy around town or in O/B racks.

Catch the latest issue of Montana Fly Fishing Magazine—filled with stories, scenic journeys through Montana's wild landscape, and expert tips. Learn about the iconic westlope cutthroat trout, and drift through history on the Bitterroot. Available online: digital.mtflyfishingmag.com.

Learn to process & cook wild-game with local chef Jaime Teigen! Hands-on butchering tips, delicious tastings, & giveaways. 📍 La Cuisine, Bozeman 📅 Thurs, Dec 4 | 6–8 PM 🎟️ Spots limited—RSVP now!

Fall in Montana is here—crisp air, golden leaves, and stories that dig deep into the place we call home. Explore Bozeman through a new lens, learn about shifting wildlife habitats, and enjoy some humorous tales. Grab the latest issue now at local shops across SW Montana.

Fall into the latest Stalk Hunting Guide—loaded with tips, gear picks, species insights, campfire tales & hunting humor. Find out what kind of hunter you really are. Grab a copy at your local outdoor shop or read online: digital.stalkhuntingguide.com

Join us Sept 24, 6–7pm at MTNTOUGH for a Hunting Fitness class built by expert hunters & trainers. Learn how to get mountain-ready fast. Bring your hunting pack & stay for a live Q&A! Tickets here: outsidebozeman.com/store/events/c…

Since 2001, the Roadless Rule has protected 58M acres of wild national forests. Now, the USDA wants to gut it—putting 45M acres at risk of roadbuilding, wildfire, and habitat loss. Speak up by Sept 19. Tell Congress: protect our wild public lands. backcountryhunters.org

Join us September 10 (6:30–8:30pm) at The Gear Wizard for a hands-on clinic with Brian the wizard. Learn post-summer tune-ups, fall adjustments, and winter storage tips. Only 20 spots available—includes raffle entry. Info & tickets: outsidebozeman.com/.../clinic-bik…

Spanish Creek Trail (#407), is temporarily closed due to bear attractants near the trail. Closure runs from the trailhead to Falls Creek (#410). Stay Bear Aware, and use alternate trails: Cherry Creek (#401), Little Hellroaring (#400). fs.usda.gov/r01/custergall…

Our 25th Anniversary Edition is out now—after a quarter-century of sharing stories, slinging satire, and celebrating outdoor life in southwest Montana. This summer issue teems with tall tales, local laughs, and wild stories. Read it online: tinyurl.com/2chxym78

After a winter of tying flies and gazing out the window at falling snow, the warmer days are here, along with a new issue of Montana Fly Fishing Magazine. This edition is full of fish stories from all over the state. Read online: tinyurl.com/krsf8jha Cover by Erik Petersen.

In the mood for more contests? Submit photos of your outdoor-oriented tattoos for a chance to win a $400 gift card to Bozeman's Tattoo Alley. You won't want to skip out on this one. outsidebozeman.com/contests-givea…