Connecting Tree History to Fire History

Spirit of Peace 506 Toole Ave., Missoula, United States

Join the Shining Mountains Chapter to learn how scientists use growth rings in trees to learn about the fire history of a region.

Free

Field Trip: Rock Creek Aquatic Invertebrates

Western Montana MT

NEAREST TOWN: CLINTON | DIFFICULTY: EASY
Join us for a hands-on learning experience in the Sapphire Mountains along Rock Creek. We'll take a short walk to the creek’s riffles, where we'll use kick nets to reveal the underwater life of aquatic invertebrates. Participants will utilize the tools of the aquatic entomologist to see the critters that make this a blue ribbon trout stream. After collecting, observing, and releasing the critters back to their home water, we'll discuss what makes Rock Creek a climate refuge and how the surrounding wilderness areas foster connectivity on land and by water.

Free

Jumbo Saddle Wildflower Walk

Western Montana MT

NEAREST TOWN: MISSOULA | DIFFICULTY: EASY
In the springtime, Mount Jumbo is a beloved destination of Missoulians for good reason. Sun-kissed aspects burst with arrowleaf balsamroot and the lupine stand just as tall as their colors are vibrant. Join us for a moderate loop hike where we'll pause to take in the beauty of spring's wildflowers and teach you what's what.

Free
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