With the warmth of spring the Bitterroot Valley begins to awaken to the sights and sounds of running creeks and streams, lush  green hills, open fields, sound of many birds and witnessing all the spring time activities that Mother Nature offers.  Bring your camera, to capture the image of nesting osprey, moose along the river, beautiful [...]

After a cold wet winter,we all need to feed the soul and rejuvenate the spirit and the Bitterroot Valley in Montana can provide countless ways to do just that.
Hamilton Montana, the gateway to the Bitterroot Valley is a small town that is a true reflection of Montana culture. The Bitterroot Valley is home to some [...]

DID YOU KNOW?
-More than 220 bird species live or spend time in the Bitterroot watershed.
-The Bitterroot River flows north 85 miles from its headwaters to the Clark Fork River confluence – flooding annually and maintaining cottonwood forests that are terrific habitat for birds and other wildlife.
-The Lewis and Clark Expedition passed through here twice – in [...]

It’s that time of year again, to count the many birds that make the Bitterroot Valley home. A dedicated group of individuals, doing the counting within a 7.5 mile radius of Hamilton, can expected to see about 65 different species of birds and will see a total of over 6,000 birds, if this year reflects [...]

This ares was burned in 2000, so today the black snags sentinels watch over the flourishing shrubs and wildflowers. A wonderful array of birds benefit from this natural cycle of fire in the Northern Rockies. Birding studies conducted in this Aubudon-designated important bird area show a high number of Lewis’s, three-toed and harry woodpeckers due [...]

Bear Creek Trail Canyon is one of several canyons in the Bitterroot were you can find Peregrine falcons. Spring and summer are great times of the year to view these magnificent birds perched on the steep canyon walls or flying overhead. The best viewing area is an hour hike up the trail. This hike will [...]

Canoeing or rafting down the  Bitterroot River  in June can be a birders delight. While floating along enjoying the sounds of the river you may very well spot a western tanager, or see a great blue heron fly over head, mergansers are often seen drifting on the current.
You can enjoy wildlife at every level – on [...]

Lee Metcalf Refuge will be hosting an annual bird walk May 2nd & 9th from 8-10:00 a.m. Over 236 species of birds have been recorded, at Metcalf, with 106 species are confirmed nesting pairs.
Sign-up is required for the walk. Call 777-5552
While visiting Lee Metcalf Refuge, BIG SKY BED AND BREAKFAST would be a perfect home [...]

The Bitterroot Valley can provide you with a unique birding experience. Due to the varied climate and terrain within the Valley, its home to hundreds of species of birds plus it provides respite to many migrant birds. So, grab your binoculars, make a reservation at BIG SKY BED AND BREAKFAST and come to the Bitterroot [...]