Moving to Big Sky

As many of  you know, and some may not, I moved from working in Grand Teton National Park in May and June to Big Sky, Montana. I’m still working at a lodge, but this one is open year round, including a ski resort in the winter. This place has a much more laid back environment.

The best thing about living here is the easy access to Yellowstone, as well as miles and miles of some of the country’s best fishing. It’s only a 30 minute drive or so to the northwest section of the park, and although this road stays open during the winter, there’s not nearly as much to see as the rest of the park. There should still be great trail access in the park this winter, with a  good chance to see some migrating wildlife that retreats to the outskirts of the park to escape the harshest winter conditions. The famous Gallatin River runs through Big Sky, originating in the mountains of Yellowstone, and eventually reaching Bozeman.

Winters here will be nothing like Georgia since we’re at an elevation of 7500 feet at the lodge. Snow for the season can range upwards of 300 total inches and temperatures can stay below zero for a dozen days each year. If you can believe it, there’s a chance of snow this Saturday night. Snow in August!

If you’re unfamiliar with the location of Big Sky, it’s in Montana, right next to the northwest corner of Wyoming.

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