Glacial Lake Missoula
Thousands of years ago, Western Montana was at the bottom of Glacial Lake Missoula. Eventually, the dam burst resulting in a rush of water that carved the landscape throughout parts of Western Montana, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.
As waters rushed through the region, waves and ice ripped away at the terrain, leaving ripple marks visible to the eye today. Over the centuries, Glacial Lake Missoula filled and emptied numerous times, leaving its story etched in the land for all to see.
Glacier Country is hosting a vertical press trip on Glacial Lake Missoula. Highlights include touring ancient shorelines, ripple marks and dry river channels, as well as speaking with local Glacial Lake Missoula historians and experts. For more information, please contact Tia Troy at tia@partnerscreative.com.
Bison Live On
This year, the National Bison Range will mark 100 years of supporting American bison, the symbol of the West for hundreds of years. On their 18,500-acre home, these hardy beasts continue to help visitors travel back in time to when bison freely roamed the open prairies and grasslands of the United States.
An Engineering Marvel Celebrates 75 Years
As it makes its way 52 miles through the heart of Glacier National Park, the Going-to-the-Sun Road takes travelers past glacial lakes, alpine tundra and low valleys, providing an intimate look at the wonders within. This year, the road will celebrate its 75th year of leading travelers through one of the most intact ecosystems in the lower 48 states. If this ribbon of asphalt could speak, it would tell stories of sacrifice, delight and wonder from the hundreds of workers who carved its winding path out of a mountain and the millions of travelers who have journeyed along it.
Native American Treasures
Shouts are heard high and low. Drumbeats echo off nearby canyon walls. Bright colors and regal headdresses dazzle viewers with every spirited footstep. These are the sights and sounds of Pow Wows, a time-honored tradition held several times a year throughout Glacier Country. These celebrations tell the deeper stories of the tribes, preserving and sharing a vital part of American history.
This summer, Glacier Country is hosting a vertical press trip that will show native culture in a new light. Highlights include experiencing the history of native tribes through traditional ceremonies, exploring museums and more. For more information, please contact Tia Troy at tia@partnerscreative.com.
Crown of the Continent
One of the most diverse and intact ecosystems in the world, the Crown of the Continent includes 10 million acres in southeastern British Columbia, southwestern Alberta and northern Montana. This diverse area encompasses Glacier National Park, Native American tribes and traditions, ranches and charming communities. The keys to this region include the world’s first peace park, Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, more than 9,000 years of documented human occupations and numerous public wildlands. To learn more about the National Geographic’s Crown of the Continent project, please visit www.crownofthecontinent.net. |
