Oct
25
Calling all Montana spelunkers
October 25, 2007 | 2 Comments
According to an article, “Wilderness cave is 2nd-deepest in North America“, in today’s (Thursday, October 25) Billings Gazette, “More people have walked on the moon than explored the gloomy, mud-slicked incline of Montana’s deepest cave — Virgil the Turtle’s Greathouse Cave (in the Bob Marshall Wilderness). Twelve people have walked on the moon while [...]
Oct
19
Staying Warm and Cozy
October 19, 2007 | 4 Comments
As much of Montana prepares for the first hints of cold weather and snow, the good folks over at Innside Montana offer some great ideas for staying warm:
1. Snuggle up to your honey
2. Crochet a sweater
3. Install a wood stove
4. Invest in a few space heaters
5. Make an appointment to have an energy audit
6. Install [...]
Oct
13
Rich “outsiders” buying up open land in Montana
October 13, 2007 | 1 Comment
According to an article, “As Logging Fades, Rich Carve Up Open Land in West”, in today’s (October 13) New York Times, ” … a new wave of investors and landowners across the West who are snapping up open spaces as private playgrounds on the borders of national parks and national forests.”
The article continues, “In style [...]
Oct
10
Cornfield Mazes!
October 10, 2007 | 1 Comment
It’s that time of year – cornfield mazes are a popular October activity, and fit right in with Halloween preparation. There’s a national company called “The MAiZE” that acts sort of like a franchise, and there are four locations here in Montana: Vaughn, Billings, Townsend, and Victor. According to the website, it’s not just about [...]
Oct
9
New Big Sky Bloggers
October 9, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Well, maybe they aren’t exactly “new” bloggers, but they are new to the ever-growing Big Sky Blogroll! Go say hi to our newest additions:
72PPI: “I am graphic designer first and a photographer second. As a result the photos here are mostly color combinations, compositions, textures or typography that catch my eye. Many photos are from [...]
Oct
3
Big Sky Embarrassments – The Poll
October 3, 2007 | 1 Comment
polls – Take Our Poll
Oct
3
Big Sky Embarrassments – The Nominees
October 3, 2007 | 5 Comments
We’ve got thirteen nominations for “Biggest Big Sky Embarrassments,” ranging from modern-day athletes to Word War I sedition to the 1870s battle of Little Bighorn. Quite a list! But before I post the official poll, here’s a quick look at the nominees:
Ryan Leaf: promising NFL superstar from Great Falls who didn’t live up to the [...]
Oct
1
Celebrate “Blogtober!”
October 1, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Last year I launched “Blogtober” on my other site — an effort to promote blogging and the people who enjoy blogging. And how do we celebrate Blogtober? Try some of these ideas:
1. Create your own “Happy Blogtober” button or graphic for your site
2. Get one (or more!) of your buddies to become a [...]