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7 Day Tribal Nation Itinerary Through Western Montana

Western Montana’s Glacier Country sits on the traditional ancestral territory of the Amskapi Piikani, Ksanka, Selis, and Qlispe people, and within its borders reside the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Reservation and the Blackfeet Tribe of the Blackfeet Reservation. For groups seeking to delve into the vibrant tapestry of American Indian culture […]

March 25, 2024

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Experience Culture: Museums in Montana’s Glacier Country

If you’re looking for an impressive cultural experience, Western Montana’s Glacier Country has you covered. From Old West and cowboy memorabilia to Lewis and Clark and American Indian history to personal-collection museums of Americana memorabilia, our region has something for every group. The history buffs, art lovers, train and plane aficionados, and even the average Joe in […]

February 13, 2024

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What’s New in 2024 for Western Montana’s Glacier Country

Western Montana’s Glacier Country is charging into 2024 with new tourism related products, including new experiential offerings like western hat making with The Hat Edit, new charter services with Western Pleasure Tours and, of course, tasty culinary options. Here is just a sampling of what’s been rolled out recently and what’s coming in the year ahead. […]

January 11, 2024

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Western Montana Wildlife Viewing Guide

One of the things that makes Montana so special is that we share the land with an abundance of beautiful, wild creatures. Western Montana’s Glacier Country is comprises millions of acres of public land that is home to 83 species of mammals and 393 species of birds—and seeing them is easier than you think. From designated […]

Experience Western Montana by Rail

Train travel, a long-standing favorite in Europe and Canada, is gaining momentum in the U.S., enticing group travel enthusiasts with its unique blend of convenience, history, breathtaking vistas and eco-friendliness. This trend is especially exciting for us in Western Montana’s Glacier Country, with one of the most picturesque stretches of Amtrak’s Empire Builder route gracefully traversing […]

Western Montana City Tours for FIT and Small Groups

A city tour is an ideal way for your group to experience our small towns, finding favorite local spots to eat and drink. Our larger, vibrant towns of Missoula, Whitefish and Kalispell have lots to do, including a variety of city tour options. From self-guided historic and art tours to guided food or brewery tours, […]

Western Montana Spotlight Pre-FAM Highlights

Last month Glacier Country Tourism hosted the Northwest USA Spotlight pre-FAM in partnership with the Butte Chamber of Commerce and Discover Kalispell. Tour operators flew in and out of Missoula Montana Airport and visited the communities of Butte, Polson, Kalispell and Charlo, as well as Glacier National Park, before attending NW Spotlight in Missoula. One […]

Top 10 Spring Experiences in Western Montana

Many visitors to Western Montana’s Glacier Country arrive in July and August, but I’d like to let you in on a little secret you can share with your FIT/Group clients: Spring is one of the best times to visit Montana. Baby animals emerge, wildflowers bloom, and with the snowmelt comes rushing rapids and waterfalls. The […]

Western Montana’s Downhill Ski Areas

Winter is an ideal time to visit for students and active groups and even for those looking to add a little soft-adventure to their schedule. Montana’s winter wonderland is magnificent and recreation opportunities are unlimited. One of our most popular winter activities is downhill skiing; our ski hills accommodate all skill levels, from novice to […]

Holiday Tour in Western Montana

As you dive into planning a Western Montana group tour, you’ll likely discover there’s no wrong season to visit—so consider a winter holiday tour. The holiday season is pure magic here. Our charming small towns are chock-full of holiday cheer, events are in full swing, recreation is year-round, and nights are spent fireside in cozy lodges. […]

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7 Day Tribal Nation Itinerary Through Western Montana

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Destination Retreat: Meet The Lodge at Trout Creek

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Experience Culture: Museums in Montana’s Glacier Country

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Is Winter a Good Time to Meet in Western Montana?

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