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The Chamber BoardWelcome to Beautiful Red Lodge, Montana!Our remarkable community is an area for all seasons, filled with abundant natural beauty and charming history.

The Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center serves the area as a non-profit, professional organization whose mission is to promote the increased profitability of area businesses through a strong economy.

Our member businesses are committed to the concept that there is enormous strength in unity and great benefit to be gained in the exchange of information and ideas.

Whether you’re planning to relocate to the Red Lodge area or visit for a time, we are confident that our business community and untamed, natural splendor will make your time here pleasant and productive. This community guide/membership directory comes to you with the compliments and best wishes of the Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center.

Sincerely,

Patty DavisExecutive Director

Dear friends:

I’m pleased to have this opportunity to remind readers of the wealth of natural and cultural resources in the Red Lodge area.

The area is home to the spectacular Beartooth Highway, a National Scenic Byways All-American Road, which serves as a gateway to Yellowstone National Park.

It is a community which has retained its western and ranching heritage while also embracing its role and appeal as a vibrant and diverse mountain town which attracts visitors across the globe. Red Lodge is a town for all seasons, full of hospitable and generous folks who welcome visitors and newcomers alike.

Please include Red Lodge on any Montana visit and if you’re looking for a truly Western, but cosmopolitan place to relocate your family or your business, consider this beautiful Montana community.

Sincerely,

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Welcome from the Chamber

Brian SchweitzerGovernor

Welcome from the Chamber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Letter from the Governor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .At a Glance, Important Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Welcome - Past & Present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Arts and Culture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Beartooth All-American Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Medical and Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Historic Red Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Clubs and Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Boys and Girls Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sports and Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yellowstone National Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wildlife Viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Camping Out Montana-Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chamber of Commerce Business Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mountain Metamorphosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pigs on the Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .About the Chamber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Angela Beaumont

Glory MahanVice President

Beth Boggio

Trish LaCombe Treasurer

Royce Njos

Kathy Robson Jody Ronning Jeff Schmidt

Sarie MacKay Secretary

Frank Perea

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At a Glance

Carbon County ProfileGeographic area (sq. mi.).... . . . . . . .2062Water Surface (sq. mi.).... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Acres...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,319,800

PopulationCarbon County ..... . . . . . . .10,078Bearcreek ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79Bridger ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .708Fromberg ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .438Joliet ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .595Red Lodge ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,215

AccommodationsA variety of accommodations exist in the area, including six motels, an historic hotel, a resort, as well as rentals, condominiums, bed and breakfast lodgings and furnished guesthouses, available by the day or week. Convention packages are available through the Lodging Association. Call the Chamber of Commerce for more information.

Meeting FacilitiesMore and more often, Red Lodge is becoming a destination for outside organizations to hold conferences and meetings. Places that offer venues for events are:

» The Pollard Hotel, Red Lodge: (406) 446-0001

» Medicine Flower Lodge and Vacation Rentals, four miles north of Red Lodge on Highway 212: (406) 446-1605

» Rock Creek Resort, five miles south of Red Lodge on Highway 212: (406) 446-1111, 800-667-1119

» Red Lodge Pizza Company Party Room, Red Lodge: (406) 446-3333

TransportationIn Red Lodge cars can be rented from Beartooth Ford at (406) 446-1000, or from Boyd’s Motor Sports, along with ATVs, at (406) 446-1519. Red Lodge Tour and Taxi also offers a shuttle service at (406) 425-3091 and will collect you at Billings Airport.

Road ReportsMontana Travel Information 511Wyoming Road Report 888-996-7623

For the casual visitor there are free horse-drawn wagon rides up and down the length of Red Lodge’s main street every evening in the summer and during the Christmas holidays.

AirportsRed Lodge Airport has 4,000 feet of paved runway and is capable of dealing with light aircraft. The next closest airport is Billings Logan International, 60 miles from Red Lodge.

Just a few miles outside the city center, located on top of the “Rimrocks,” Billings Logan International Airport provides travelers with multiple flights with major airlines throughout the day. Travelers can choose from airlines such as United, Delta, Alaska, Frontier, Allegiant and Silver Airways.

The airport houses three runways and associated taxiways, with cargo services via Fed Ex and UPS also available. Cars can be rented from Enterprise, Thrifty, Dollar, Hertz, National, Alamo, Avis and Budget. Taxi services, bus lines, and charter vehicles are also accessible either by reservation or on-site. For more information call (406) 247-8609 or visit www.flybillings.com.

Important City Numbers

Bridger Ambulance Services (Non-emergency) 662-3554Court 662-3116Fire Depart. (Non-emergency) 662-3554Library 662-3598Police Dept. (Non-emergency) 662-3116Town Hall 662-3677Town Shop 662-9823

Fromberg City Hall 668-7383Court 668-7383Fire Dept. (Non-emergency) 668-9801

Joliet Ambulance Services (Non-emergency) 962-3581City Hall 962-3567Community Center 962-9027Court 962-3133Fire Dept. (Non-emergency) 962-3581Library 962-3013

Red LodgeAirport 446-0205Ambulance Services (Non-emergency) 446-2320City Hall 446-1606Fire Dept. (Non-emergency) 446-2320Library 446-1905Police Dept. (Non-emergency) 446-1313Public Works 446-1681Senior Center 446-1826Surveyor 446-1860Water Dept. 446-1606Water Treatment Plant 446-3008 or 446-9123

RobertsFire Dept. (Non-emergency) 445-9161

At a Glance

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P O R T Ha r c h i t e c t s

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Welcome - Past & Present


Archaeological evidence reveals human habitation of the Beartooth region dating back roughly 11,000

years. The Absaloka (Crow) people, though generally thought of as aboriginal inhabitants of the area, arrived relatively recently – moving west to escape their enemies the Sioux, who had chased them out of present-day Minnesota and then from the Black Hills. Legend has it that the name Red Lodge stems from red clay either being purposely applied to Crow

tipis or adhering to tipis as they were pulled on travois behind horses. Another version has the name coming from the red-painted tipi of a Crow leader named Red Bear, whose camp on Rock Creek was attacked by a rival tribe while the men were out hunting, leading to a reprisal raid that has become part of tribal lore.

Improbably, the first European to see the Carbon County area may have been the Spaniard Cabezo de Vaca, who in 1535

led an expedition out of Mexico into what is now northern Montana. Two hundred years later, trappers began to explore the area. Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery traveled through the Yellowstone River valley in 1806, and the following year one of the Corps’ members, John Colter, explored the Clarks Fork valley east of Red Lodge. Jim Bridger trapped in the area in 1837-38, as commemorated by the local town that bears his name.


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Indian treaties from 1851 and 1868 included the Red Lodge area in the Crow reservation, but rich coal deposits were discovered here in 1866, leading the government in 1882 to declare the region open to mining and settlement.

In 1886, it is said, there were three Indians to every settler and four men to every woman. The ethnic ratio changed quickly when the Rocky Fork Coal Company opened the area’s first mine the following year. Shipments of coal began in 1889 when the Rocky Fork and Cooke City Railway was completed, and Red Lodge became the shipping point for the vast territory to the south, bringing great prosperity to the town.

During this time, Red Lodge was frequented by Buffalo Bill Cody, who used the railway to supply his Cody enterprises; noted scout and trail blazer Calamity Jane, of whom a Red Lodge friend said, “She has the build of a blacksmith, the vocabulary of a muleskinner and the tender heart of a priest”; and a local character, John “Liver Eatin’” Johnston – whaler, cavalry rider, scout, Indian fighter, and lawman – who moved to Red Lodge about 1894. His cabin is preserved on the south end of town.

Red Lodge was first surveyed in 1888, when the town had four stores, 30 houses and about 150 people. By 1892, when the

town was incorporated, the population reached 1,180. In 1895 Red Lodge was made the seat of newly formed Carbon County, and in 1896 the town numbered twenty saloons among its other establishments. With the growth of coal mining, hundreds of Finnish, Scottish, Irish, Italian, Slavic and Scandinavian miners and their families settled in the area, and by 1906 the town boasted six churches, fourteen fraternal orders, two newspapers,

public schools, two telephone systems, an electric plant, three banks, three hotels,

a population of 4,000 and a monthly payroll of $60,000. Within a few years the population surpassed 6,000 – almost three times the current number.

The town’s prosperity continued to grow until 1924, when the West Side Mine closed, and further hardship befell the area during the Great Depression, which forced more mines to close. To offset economic ills, bootleg liquor, labeled “cough syrup”, was made locally and marketed as far away as Chicago andSan Francisco.

In February 1943 an explosion in the Smith Mine near Bearcreek, the area’s largest remaining mine, killed 74 miners and precipitated the end of coal mining in Carbon County.

The Red Lodge area today remains largely agricultural, while the building of the ski area in 1960 and the region’s continued growth as a travel destination support a substantial tourism industry.

“In 1886, it is said, there were three Indians to every settler and four men to every woman.”

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Arts and Culture

The Carbon County Historical Society and Museum Located in the 100 year old labor Temple at the North end of Red Lodge, the museum features a walk-through simulated coal mine, panorama of the Smith Mine, and a variety of displays on different aspects of the area’s history from Crow Indians, immigrants, and homesteaders to rodeo legends such as the Greenough and Linderman families. They also offer archive research facilities, lectures, and trips throughout the year. Located at 224 N. Broadway, Red Lodge.

Call 446-3667 or visit them online at www.carboncountyhistory.com.

Their hours of operation are: Memorial Day to Columbus Day, Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Columbus Day to Memorial Day, Thurs and Fri 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed from Sun to Wed.

The Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary Located at the north end of town, the sanctuary offers visitors a chance to observe native wildlife up close. The YWS is a non-profit educational organization that cares for animals unable to be returned to the wild because of either injury or habituation to humans. It is one

of the few public facilities in Montana to house such animals. The Sanctuary presently looks after a multitude of species including wolves, mountain lions, black bears, elk, coyotes, foxes, deer, mules, ravens, raccoons and a sand hill crane. An interpretive center displays bones, fur and antlers, providing information on wildlife.

The Sanctuary is open daily (weather permitting), and their hours of operation are May to September: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., October to April: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Call them at (406) 446-1133 or visit them at www.beartoothnaturecenter.org for more information.

The Carbon County Arts Guild The Arts Guild runs the Depot Gallery in the old Northern Pacific Railway depot at the north end of Red Lodge by Lions

Park. It holds exhibitions of local artists throughout the year. The guild also offers a variety of classes and workshops for adults and children as well as hosting the annual performance of Shakespeare in the Park.

Hours of operation are: Labor Day to Memorial Day, Tues-Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Memorial Day to Labor Day, Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun 12 to 5 p.m. Call 446-1370 or visit them online atwww.carboncountydepotgallery.org.

The Red Lodge Carnegie Library The Library is a fine source of information on the history and culture of Red Lodge and the surrounding areas. Containing over 12,000 books and periodicals along with 400 CDs, records, DVDs, and VHS tapes, as well as providing internet service, there is an abundance of information for anyone interested in doing a little digging. The library is located at the north end of town at 3 West 8th Street. For information and hours call 446-1905.

Roman Movie Theater One of the oldest movie houses in Montana, the theater is still going strong. It shows all the latest releases and recently converted to a digital format for improved sound and picture quality.

Arts and Culture

Red Lodge artist Andy Anderson

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111 N. BROADWAY P.O. BOX 1361

RED LODGE, MT 59068(406) 446-1016

FAX (406) [email protected]

www.YellowstoneWildlifeSanctuary.com

An Educational Adventure

for the Whole Family

Montana’s ONLY wildlife rescue open to the public. Come see bears, wolves, lions, bison, elk, fox, raptors and dozens more!

615 2nd St. E. Red Lodge 406-446-1133

Located just north of downtown Red Lodge

Hours: Summer 10 am-5pmWinter 10 am-2pm

Beartooth All-American Road

A Celebration of a Man and His DreamIt’s pretty safe to say that if a man named J.C.F. “Doc” Siegfriedt had listened to what anybody was telling him in the 1920s – anybody at all – the Beartooth Highway, that 68 mile stretch of winding, cliff-hugging, cloud-skimming road stretching from Red Lodge to Cooke City and the entrance of Yellowstone National Park, simply would not exist. But by all accounts, Doc was a force of nature, and from the time he arrived in Montana, he had his heart set on building a road that would connect the Red Lodge area with the wonderland of Yellowstone.

On June 14, 1936, after seventeen years of planning and hard work, Doc led a caravan of honking cars from Red Lodge up the Beartooth Highway to formally declare the road open for travel.

Dubbed “the most beautiful road in America” by On the Road correspondent Charles Kuralt, the Beartooth Highway climbs to an astounding 10,947 feet above sea level. Since its completion in 1936, the Highway has awed millions of visitors with its astonishing views of one of the most rugged and wild areas in the lower 48 states.

Plan on at least two hours’ driving time to make the trip between Yellowstone and Red Lodge – more if you really want to experience the beauty of the Beartooth All-American Road, Yellowstone’s own Highway to the Sky.

Members of the American Motorcyclist Association have voted the Beartooth Highway as their favorite stretch of roadin the United States.


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South End of Red Lodge • 1025 S. Broadway

406-794-2486

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You deserve it!Medical and Wellness

Beartooth Billings ClinicOpened in 2010, the Beartooth Billings Clinic offers state-of-the-art medical facilities. The two-story building includes ten spacious inpatient rooms and a large operating room and lab. The 48,000 square foot facility sits on a 12.36 acre site north of Red Lodge and cost $25.7 million.

Visit them online at:www.beartoothbillingsclinic.org or call (406) 446-2345.

St. Vincent Healthcare St. Vincent Healthcare’s Mountain View Clinic is situated north of Red Lodge, approximately a quarter of a mile from the site of Beartooth Billings Clinic. The new clinic is 7,600 square feet and contains 11 examination rooms.

To find out more information visit them online at: www.svh-mt.org or call them at (406) 446-3800.

Cedar Wood VillaCedar Wood Villa, Red Lodge, offers quality care to the elderly with Medicare, Medicaid, supplemental and private insurance and self-pay coverage. It offers 24-hour skilled care, long-term memory and dementia care, as well as restorative dining and respiratory services.

For more information visit them online at:www.cedarwoodvilla.comor call (406) 446-2525.

The Cottages at Red LodgeSt. John’s Lutheran Ministries operate The Willows at Red Lodge, a 24-unit assisted living home on the grounds of the Beartooth Billings Clinic.

The Willows at Red Lodge serves those with physical limitations as well as those affected by memory loss from various diagnoses of dementia.

Women’s Health Screening Mobile Clinic The mobile clinic is offered through RiverStone Health and is owned by St. Vincent Healthcare in Billings. The women’s cancer screening mobile unit visits Carbon County on a regular schedule. Times and dates are available either in the Carbon County News or by calling 237-4373 or 247-3215.

Beartooth Billings Clinic Children’s CenterLocated at 114 North Villard in Red Lodge, the clinic is the only state-licensed childcare center in the Red Lodge area with daycare, latch-key and pre-school programs. The Center is open to all families in the Red Lodge area with children ages 2 - 12. Hours are Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

RiverStone Health Clinic Bridger410 South 2nd Street Bridger Phone: (406) 662-3740Website: http://riverstonehealth.org/Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday

RiverStone Health Clinic Joliet209 E. Front Avenue Joliet Phone: (406) 962-9062Website: http://riverstonehealth.org/Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday and Friday

There are also a number of chiropractors in town, as well as several fitness centers and spas.

Historic Red Lodge

Much of the downtown district is on the National Register of Historic Places

The central business district of Red Lodge began to take its present form at the turn of the century, when businessmen and community leaders backed their faith in the continuing development of the town with buildings of stone and brick. These buildings, constructed primarily between the late 1880s and 1915, were intended to make Red Lodge a showcase of civic pride and accomplishment. Most have been restored by their owners and are now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Today, Red Lodge continues its tradition of civic pride with design codes and a new Growth Policy adopted to preserve the town’s atmosphere and architectural integrity. The American Planning Association recognized Red Lodge’s Main Street as one of the 10 Great Streets for 2010.

The Carbon County Historical Society has prepared a brochure enabling visitors to take a 40-minute self-guided walking tour of the downtown area. Maps are available at the Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce and the Peaks to Plains Museum.

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South End of Red Lodge • 1025 S. Broadway

406-794-2486

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Education

Carbon County SchoolsThere are seven Public schools residing in Carbon County. They are located in Belfry, Bridger, Fromberg, Joliet, Luther, Red Lodge and Roberts.

All the schools teach K-12, except Luther, which has grades PK-8.

Belfry High School: (406) 664-3319200 Wisconsin StreetBelfry, MT 59008

Bridger High School and Middle School: (406) 662-3533429 West Park Ave. Elementary School: (406) 662-3588106 North 4th StreetBridger MT 59014

FrombergK-12 grade: (406) 668-7755319 School StreetFromberg, MT 59029

JolietK-12 grade: (406) 962-3541200 North Main StreetJoliet, MT 59041

Luther School: (406) 446-24804 Luther Roscoe RoadRed Lodge, MT 59068

Red LodgeHigh School: (406) 446-1903East 2nd StreetRoosevelt Middle School: (406) 446-2110413 S Oakes Ave.Mountain View Elementary: (406) 446-1804311 Oakes Ave. , Red Lodge, MT 59068

RobertsHigh School: (406) 445-2421106 Maple St.Roberts, MT 59070

Head Start ProgramJoliet: (406) 962-3012Joliet Community Center Highway 212 Joliet, MT 59041Red Lodge: (406) 446-0100308 South Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068

Every school has a no-cut policy allowing all students the chance to participate in school sports and activities.

County schools partake in a wide variety of sports including football, volleyball, cross country, basketball, and golf.

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Clubs and Organizations

Red LodgeBeartooth Elks #534, 114 N. Broadway. Meetings are on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Visit them on Facebook. Mailing address is P.O. Box 888, Red Lodge, MT 59068.

The Red Lodge Lions Club meets on the second and fourth Monday of the month from September to May and once a month on the second Monday from June to July at 6 p.m. in the back room of the Red Lodge Pizza Company, 115 South Broadway. Website: www.redlodgelions.org. Mailing address: P.O. Box 593, Red Lodge, MT 59068.

The Red Lodge Rotary Club meets at 12 noon every Thursday at the Bridge Creek Backcountry Kitchen and Wine Bar at 116 South Broadway. Their address is P.O. Box 1205, Red Lodge, MT 59068.Their website is redlodgerotary.org.

Red Lodge American Legion Post 17 Red Lodge, P.O. Box 503, Red Lodge, MT 59068.

JolietThe Joliet Lions Club meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Joliet Community Center, Highway 212. Phone: (406) 962-3412; P.O. Box 128, Joliet, MT 59041.

Joliet American Legion Auxiliary, 600 Montaqua Road, Joliet, MT 59041.American Legion Post 0071, Clarks Fork Post, same address as above.

BridgerThe Bridger Clarks Fork Valley Lions meet at the Bridger Café and Casino, 108 South Main, every second Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Phone: (406) 662-3747; P.O. Box 31, Bridger, MT 59014

BelfryAmerican Legion Auxiliary, P.O. Box 114, Belfry, MT 59008

Boys & Girls Club

Red Lodge has a very active Boys and Girls Club which recently refurbished its building to a state-of-the-art design. The club is in line for a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum Certification. Many of the materials used within either came from recycled sources or from the old club.

The club now boasts a commercial kitchen with a larger space for club members to gather.

The basement is now the Teen Center with a study room, a cyber café, a snack bar, and a small kitchen. The basement will also act as a haven after home games to allow home teams to relax and have a safe place to hang out.

The Red Lodge Boys and Girls Club is located at 24 W 9th Street, Red Lodge. Phone: (406) 446-2582. There is also a Boys and Girls satellite club at Roberts High School.


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Sports and Recreation

The public lands around Red Lodge offer opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, horseback

riding, biking, cross-country skiing, rafting, snowmobiling, photography and other pursuits. There are a number of designated public fishing accesses along area streams.

Skiing and Snowboarding Skiers and snowboarders from around the country head to Red Lodge Mountain, located six miles from Red Lodge. The resort offers two terrain parks, and a total of 65 runs, plus six more in bonus terrain covering an area

of 1,600 acres. Elevations reach 7,433 ft at the base of Triple Chair, 7,016 ft at the base of Palisades and 9,416 ft at Grizzly Peak. Average snowfall is 250 inches. The resort opens between Nov. 25 and April 8. Check out more at www.RedLodgeMountain.com or call 800-444-8977.

Red Lodge Nordic CenterThis is a family cross-country ski area offering an inexpensive family activity on moderate terrain covering 15 km of groomed, scenic trails less than three miles west of Red Lodge. The Center also offers kids’ programs and ski clinics. Check them

out at www.beartoothtrails.org. Further adventures in skiing and snowboarding during the summer can be found at the Twin Lakes Headwall at an elevation of 10,900 ft up on the Beartooth Highway.

This 600 acres offers a breathtaking terrain of huge bowls, gullies, cliffs and chutes. It is open from April to July.

TrailsThere are numerous walking trails in and around Red Lodge where visitors can take in the scenery. There is a walking trail next to the Red Lodge High School and a trail looping the Red Lodge Airport toward downtown. All are well marked with signage.

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GolfGolfers will appreciate what the altitude does to the length of their drives on the 18-hole Red Lodge Mountain Golf Course, west of town along Highway 78.

Swimming & TennisThe City Swimming Pool, located at 14th and Hauser, is open to visitors, and at Field School Park in town there are public tennis courts. It is open between June to August. Call (406) 446-3727. Motels in the area also have indoor swimming pools for guests to use.

BikingBiking has taken off in the last few years with a large number of cycling events in and around Red Lodge. Cyclists have opportunities galore to test their mettle by trying the Meeteetse Trail, south of town, or really prove themselves with a ride up the Beartooth Highway, which will reward their efforts with a spectacular view of the mountain range at Vista Point.

Walking and SightseeingYou can go on a walking tour of downtown Red Lodge, taking in the Hi Bug area with its fashionable 19th century homes and also Finn Town from the 1880s. Maps are available at the Carbon County Historical Society and Museum.

There is also a driving tour of Carbon County included with the Walking Tour Map of Red Lodge. The driving tour highlights various points of interest from St. Olaf’s Church built in 1904, west of Roberts, the Joliet Bank in Joliet, built in the early 20th century, to the Montana, Wyoming and Southern RR Depot which operated in the early 1900s in Belfry.http://www.carboncountyhistory.com/

Yellowstone National Park

The World’s First National ParkRoughly 2.1 million years ago, the first in a series of three enormous volcanic eruptions – estimated to be 2400 times more powerful than the Mt. Saint Helens eruptions of 1980 – took place in what is now the northwestern corner of Wyoming. The second eruption occurred about 1.3 million years ago, and the last a relatively recent 650,000 years ago. The resultant collapsed craters, called caldera, contain more than 10,000 geothermal phenomena – the largest concentration on the planet – and approximately 240 cubic miles of the soft rhyolite rock that gave rise to the name we know the area by today: Yellowstone.

Over the millennia, the rich volcanic soils have come to feed and shelter a diverse ecosystem of insects, plants and animals. Established in 1872, the 2.2 million acre Yellowstone National Park preserves this unique region and forms the heart of the ecosystem – the largest intact temperate ecosystem in the world, with all species of the food chain present following the reintroduction of wolves to the park in 1995, and more than 1600 species of plants. Evidence suggests that humans have been visiting the area for 11,000 years.

Many of the park’s natural features are easily visited on short walks from parking areas, though the vast majority of the park is road-less and managed as a designated wilderness area, with special restrictions on use of the backcountry.

While it is possible to drive the Grand Loop through the park in a single day, it is suggested that visitors spend at least three days

touring the park to fully appreciate its many attractions. Those with less time might consider concentrating on one area rather than trying to see everything.


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Horseback RidingThere are numerous opportunities to ride amidst the glorious scenery in the area.

You can pick from any one of several outfitters who will take you on a journey of breathtaking fulfillment into the Absaroka-Beartooth wilderness where you can spend time fishing, sightseeing and just relaxing. Some guides offer pack trips, drop camps, retreats and riding lessons.

HuntingThe area is rich in hunting opportunities, from bear, elk, and deer, to turkeys and other game birds. Contact the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks at (406) 247-2940 for details on laws and regulations and licenses. You can also visit them at fwp.mt.gov.

River Rafting, Canoeing & KayakingWhitewater and scenic rafting trips provided by area outfitters offer exhilarating adventure and the opportunity to enjoy the beauty and wildlife of some of the region’s unspoiled rivers; the rushing Stillwater and the gentler, historic Yellowstone.




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The Cafe that grows food.

501 S. Word • Red Lodge, MT 406-446-1941

Serving Breakfast & Lunch

Catering & Special Events

Worth Finding

The Cafe that grows food.

Worth Finding

Wildlife Viewing

What animal doesn’t visit the area? The Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness gives you a chance to see the wildlife up close and personal. From elk, mountain lions, big horn sheep, mountain goats, to the ubiquitous deer, and of course the stars of the show, the black bear and the grizzly. The Silver Run Elk viewing area also allows for more opportunity to catch a glimpse of wildlife. This is located on West Fork Road. Please remember no wild animal is harmless.

HikingThere are miles and miles of trails to explore in the surrounding area. Red Lodge’s backyard is the fifth largest designated Wilderness Area in the United States, the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Area, consisting of 943,377 acres.

For the elevation enthusiast, there are 27 mountain peaks exceeding 12,000

feet and Granite Peak at 12,799 feet is Montana’s highest. However, there are also many gentler trails that are easy to access for a stroll into the wild.

The terrain offers hikers of all ages the chance to come and enjoy the wonders the land has to offer, from mountainous scenery, waterfalls, and abundant lakes to alpine meadows you long thought were just in dreams.


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Adventure/ActivitiesThe Red Lodge Adventure CenterA variety of adventure services offered in one convenient location!(406) 426-07875th and N. BroadwayRed Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgeadventures.com

Attractions

Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery(406) 446-137011 West 8th StreetP.O. Box 585Red Lodge, MT 59068www.carboncountydepotgallery.org

Carbon County Historical Society and Museum(406) 446-3667224 N. Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 881Red Lodge, MT 59068www.carboncountyhistory.com

Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary(406) 446-1133615 East 2nd StreetP.O. Box 675Red Lodge, MT 59068www.yellowstonewilfdlifesanctuary.com

Bicycling

Beartooth Bike ToursDoug and Suzanna Bailey(406) 426-07875th and N. BroadwayRed Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothbiketours.com

Montana Cycling and Ski(877) MTCYCLN(406) 534-0430824 Shiloh Crossing BoulevardBillings, MT 59102www.montanacycling.com

Ski StationKinne Family(406) 446-1086510 N. BroadwayRed Lodge, MT 59068www.theskistation.com

Bowling

Silver Strike Bowling & CasinoKam Stevens(406) 446-3131609 N. Broadway P.O. Box 1883Red Lodge, MT 59068www.montanataverns.com

Golf/Skiing

Red Lodge Mountain ResortGolf:(406) 446-3344828 Upper Continental Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgemountain.comSki:(406) 446-2610305 Ski Run RoadRed Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgemountain.com

Red Lodge Nordic Center(406) 446-1291Beartooth Recreational Trails AssociationAt Aspen Ridge Ranchwww.beartoothtrails.org

Ski StationKinne Family(406) 446-1086510 N. Broadway Red Lodge, MT 59068www.theskistation.com

Hiking

Beartooth Recreational Trails AssociationP.O. Box 1872Red Lodge, MT 59068

Day Hike BooksRobert Stone(406) 446-3451P.O. Box 865Red Lodge, MT 59068www.dayhikebooks.com

Horseback Riding

Dream Dance Ranch OutfittersSteve and Debbie Mikels(406) 328-4972Debbie: (406) 425-0534Steve: (406) 425-083532 East Rosebud RoadRoscoe, MT 59071www.dreamdanceranch.com

Elk River OutfittersBrad and Cyndi Edward(406) 860-3699(406) 860-36984827 Powmer Road Billings, MT 59105www.elkriveradventures.com

Horse PlayThe Vezain Family(406) 425-3540237 Two Mile Bridge RoadRoberts, MT 59070

Paintbrush AdventuresWanda Wilcox(406) 328-415886 North Stillwater RoadAbsarokee, MT 59001www.paintbrushadventures.com

Whispering Winds Horse AdventuresLinda Ladvala(406) 671-683655 Ladvala RoadRoberts, MT 59070

Motorized Recreation

Benbow ATV RentalsMarvin and Alison Schieldt(406) 328-435262 Trinity TrailFishtail, MT 59028www.benbowent.com

Black Wolf MototoursDoug Durward(406) 425-4186P.O. Box 1541Red Lodge, MT 59068www.blackwolfmototours.com

Gary Fales OutfittingGary and DeDe Fales(307) 587-37472768 North Fork RouteCody, WY 82414www.rimrockranch.com

Red Lodge Powersports, Inc.Miller Family(406) 446-31991002 North BroadwayP.O. Box 2069Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgepowersports.com

Outfitters, Rafting & Fishing

Absaroka River Adventures Matt Holtz(800) 334-RAFT (7238)(406) 328-7440 113 Grove St. P.O. Box 328Absarokee, MT 59001 www.absarokariver.com

Adventure Whitewater Marek Rosin(800) 897-3061 (406)446-3061“Big Red Barn”Absarokee, MT 59001 www.adventurewhitewater.com

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Beartooth Plateau OutfittersRonnie Wright(800) 253-8545(406) 445-2293819 Clear Creek RoadRoberts, MT 59070www.beartoothoutfitters.com

Fly Fishing Only AdventuresAndy Szofran(406) 425-1761P.O. Box 1905Red Lodge, MT 59068www.flyfishredlodge.com

Gary Fales OutfittingGary and DeDe Fales(307) 587-39702768 North Fork RouteCody, WY 82414www.rimrockranch.com

Montana Trout ScoutCraig Beam(406) 855-3058213 W. 9th StreetP.O. Box 412Red Lodge, MT 59068www.montanatroutscout.com

Rocky Fork Outfitters & Guide ServicePat Pierson(406) 445-2598108 Obert RoadRoberts, MT 59070www.rockyforkoutfittersguide.com

Contractors & Home MaintenanceAppraisal Services in WyomingDba LHB Appraisal ServicesLinda Beach(406) 425-0808P.O. Box 807Red Lodge, MT 59068

Baldwin’s Customized Landscaping, Inc. Baldwin Family (406) 446-9866191 Upper Luther RoadRed Lodge, MT 59068

Beartooth CleaningCharlene Giffin(406) 321-3492P.O. Box 137Roberts, MT 59070

Blade Runner, Inc.David Alsager(406) 860-2135723 S. Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2073Red Lodge, MT 59068

Bridger Steel(406) 656-96557570 Entryway DriveBillings, MT 59101www.bridgersteel.com

Comfort Heating and RefrigerationBrian Roat(406) 446-2287Red Lodge, MT 59068

Construction Roofing & Siding LLCDave Schreder(406) 628-9332(406) 690-87031002 Great Northern RoadLaurel, MT 59044

Covering BroadwaySandy Brajcich(406) 446-4344211 South BroadwayP.O. Box 1795Red Lodge, MT 59068www.coveringbroadway.com

CTA Architects and EngineersBrent Moore(406) 896-6285(406) 690-7570314 N. Broadway P.O. Box 268Red Lodge, MT 59103www.ctagroup.com

Expedition Log HomesCharles and Lana Sangmeister(406) 328-484435A Stanley CouleeNye, MT 59061www.expeditionloghomes-mt-wy.com

JBS Crane, Inc. Robert and Joleen Berens(406) 446-348576 Luther Roscoe RoadP.O. Box 1869Red Lodge, MT 59068

K-B Chemical (406) 248-3141P.O. Box 1935Billings, MT 59103

Langlas Homes, Inc.Stephen Langlas(406) 656-06292270 Grant RoadBillings, MT 59102www.langlas.com

Lights on BroadwayLaurie Haugen and Tammy Ringer(406) 446-1899213 North BroadwayP.O. Box 1702Red Lodge, MT 59068www.lightsonbroadwayinc.com

Lynnrich Seamless, Siding & WindowsAmy Godwin(406) 252-2020455 South Moore LaneBillings, MT 59101www.lynnrich.com

McCampbell Locksmithing(406) 446-1386P.O. Box 946Red Lodge, MT 59068AAA Certified

McGregor Designs Inc.James and Tressa McGregor(406) 446-38372 Dell RoadP.O. Box 1977Red Lodge, MT 59068www.jmcgregordesigns.com

Mountain Home InspectionPaul Beck(406) 425-2310P.O. Box 2310Red Lodge, MT 59068www.mountainhomeinspection.com

Paramount Siding & Windows(719) 465-56562295 Willow Tree Grove #108Colorado Springs, CO 80910www.paramountsiding.com

PDQ Janitorial ServicesMike and Nancy Wester(406) 446-1003P.O. Box 922Red Lodge, MT 59068

Point Scape Building ServiceLiosha Lutke(406) 633-2438P.O. Box 95Park City, MT 59063

Pro Cut Lawn CareBrad Hauge(406) 860-5975723 South BroadwayP.O. Box 578Red Lodge, MT 59068www.procutrl.com

Red Lodge Caretaking Services(406) 446-1130P.O. Box 2185Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgecaretaking.com

RJ’s Plumbing, LLCRJ Slaven(406) 446-0295P.O. Box 1325Red Lodge, MT 59068

Red Lodge True Value(406) 446-18471 North Oakes AvenueP.O. Box 1350Red Lodge, MT 59068



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Rock Creek Home & GardenR. D. Kirkness(406) 446-33881002 North BroadwayP.O. Box 1960Red Lodge, MT 59068

Sommerfeld ConstructionAnthony and Kathy Sommerfeld(406) 446-1628701 Kainu AvenueP.O. Box 181Red Lodge, MT 59068

Sprague Construction Roofing, LLC(406) 534-12222018 Main Street, Suite 2Billings, MT 59105Serving the Red Lodge area

Financial

Accounting

Padgett Business ServicesGreg Herbert(406) 665-88032323 Broadwater Avenue, Suite 2Billings, MT 59102www.padgettbusinessservices.com

Schubert Accounting (Mrachek, Popp & Associates)Mark Schubert(406) 446-3473201 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 668Red Lodge, MT 59068www.markschubertcpa.com

Aircraft Financing

Zook Air-Wally Zook & Association Aircraft FinancingWally Zook(406) 446-916910 South White AvenueP.O. Box 853Red Lodge, MT 59068www.zookair.com

Banks

Bank of Red Lodge(406) 446-3221401 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1548Red Lodge, MT 59068www.bankofredlodge.com

First Interstate Bank(406) 446-1422602 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 910Red Lodge, MT 59068www.firstinterstatebank.com

Wells Fargo(406) 446-16201 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 550Red Lodge, MT 59068www.wellsfargo.com

Federal Credit Union

Altana Federal Credit Union(406) 446-3303821 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1188Red Lodge, MT 59068www.altanafcu.org

Insurance

Beartooth Insurance(406) 446-2300106 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 710Red Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothinsurance.com

Irene Belvin Agency-Farmers Insurance(406) 446-4900415 North Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068

Retirement Services

401 (K) Advisors/Garrett Retirement ServicesNeil Garrett(877) 710-4015Red Lodge, MT 59068www.401kadvisors.com

American Title & Escrow(406) 446-2603106 West 12th StreetP.O. Box 10Red Lodge, MT 59068www.amtitlemontana.com

Health, Wellness & Beauty

Animal Wellness

Beartooth Humane AllianceDiane Zook(406) 446-3500P.O. Box 853www.beartoothhumane.org

Grizzly Peak Animal Hospital, Inc. (406) 446-17787165 Highway 212Red Lodge, MT 59068

Montana Mobile Veterinary ServiceStacey Wetherelt, DVM(406) 598-9008433 Montaqua RoadP.O. Box 314Joliet, MT 59041

Beauty

Appearance PlusShannon Downing(406) 446-383628 North BroadwayP.O, Box 985Red Lodge, MT 59068

Mary Kay Sales DirectorPieper Heimer(406) 446-121722 Three Bison Ranch LaneRed Lodge, MT 59068www.marykay.com

Rock Creek Hair and Day SpaKarla Ulledalen(406) 446-90641025 South Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068

Simply SoothingKyle Eckman(406) 445-91981 South 1st StreetP.O. Box 212Roberts, MT 59070

Dentistry

David Evans, DDS(406) 446-281424 South Oakes AvenueP.O. Box 510Red Lodge, MT 59068

Exercise and Swimming

Chateau Rouge LodgeJohn and Mary Kay Gilligan(406) 446-16011505 South Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068www.chateaurouge.com

The Pollard Hotel(406) 446-00012 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 650Red Lodge, MT 59068www.thepollard.com

Red Lodge KOA(406) 446-23647340 Highway 212Red Lodge, MT 59068www.koa.com

Well Approach Fitness FacilitySteve and Debbie Mikels(406) 425-0835810 North Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068www.dreamdanceranch.com



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Extended Stay Healthcare Facilities

Cedar Wood Villa(406) 446-25251 South OakesP.O. Box 30Red Lodge, MT 59068www.cedarwoodvilla.com

The Willows(406) 446-10202475 North BroadwayP.O. Box 2011Red Lodge, MT 59068www.sjlm.org

Massage Therapy

Appearance PlusShannon Downing(406) 446-383628 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 985Red Lodge, MT 59068

Rock Creek Hair and Day SpaKarla Ulledalen(406) 446-90641025 South Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068

Simply SoothingKyle Eckman(406) 445-91981 South 1st StreetP.O. Box 212Roberts, MT 59070

Medical Facilities

Beartooth Billings Clinic(406) 446-23452525 North BroadwayP.O. Box 590Red Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothbillingsclinic.org

The Eye Clinic SurgicenterDr. Larry Erpenbach(406) 446-3937(406) 252-6608111 South Broadway Avenuewww.theeyeclinicsurgicenter.com

Mountain View Clinic(406) 446-380010 Robinson LaneP.O. Box 70Red Lodge, MT 59068www.svhhc.org

Red Lodge Chiropractic ClinicDr. Dan Upton (406) 446-4433415 Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1637Red Lodge, MT 59068

Red Lodge DrugThe Erickson Family(406) 446-1017211 North Broadway AvenueP.O Box 1030Red Lodge, MT 59068

Lodging

Bed and Breakfast

Fox Meadow B & BOwned & operated by Herb and Myrna Hunt(406) 446-9138P.O. Box 16557510 Highway 212 NorthRed Lodge, MT 59068www.foxmeadowmontana.com

Gallagher’s Irish Rose B & BOwned & operated by Gordon and Leah Gallagher(406) 446-0303302 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1237Red Lodge, MT 59068www.irishrosehost.com

Inn on the BeartoothOwned & operated by Ron& Debbie Van Horn(406) 446-17686648 Highway 212 SouthP.O. Box 2368Red Lodge, MT 59068

Shoo Inn B & BOwned & operated by Paula Palmer(406) 446-1824510 Platt Avenue SouthRed Lodge, MT 59068

Rocky Fork Inn B & BOwned & operated by the Bastian family(406) 446-2967718 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1232Red Lodge, MT 59068www.rockyforkinn.com

Cabins/Guest Houses

AAA Red Lodge Rentals, LLCOwned & operated by Jenn Nelson and Piney Hardiman(406) 446-4744P.O. Box 2284Red Lodge, MT 59068www.aaaredlodgerentals.com

Aspen Townhomes(406) 446-392017 Country DriveRed Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgetimeshare.com

Aspen Wayside CabinsOwned & operated by Jay Mennenga(406) 445-986340 Carbon AvenueP.O. Box 2152Roberts, MT 59070www.aspenwayside.com

Beartooth Hideaway Inn & Cabins(406) 446-22881113 South Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothhideaway.com

Beartooth River RanchOwned by Tonya Pelican(406) 664-318177 Robertson Draw RoadBelfry, MT 59008www.beartoothriverranch.com

Beartrap RanchGary Bramble(406) 698-2224 147 Musgrave RoadBelfry, MT 59008www.beartrapranchmontana.com

Blue Sky CabinsOwned & operated by Kevin and Tammy Luoma(406) 446-018632 Blue Sky LaneRed Lodge, MT 59068www.blueskycabins.com

Lazy M/Red Lodge ReservationsOwned and operated by Anner Marble and Phil Mankin(406) 446-47006 South Broadway Avenue/P.O. Box 13Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgereservations.com

Lone Pine LodgingOwned by Don and Sally Martin(406) 446-1130Red Lodge, MT 59068www.lonepinelodging.com

Petry PropertiesOwned by George Petry(800) 352-7254839 Lazy M StreetRed Lodge, MT 59068

Red Lodge Rental PropertiesOwned and operated by Heather Quinn(406) 446-2123103 South BroadwayP.O. Box 947Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgerentalproperties.com

The Island at Rock CreekOwned by Bill Kiely(406) 425-030023 D. Kainu Avenue/P.O. Box 1056Red Lodge, MT 59068www.islandatrockcreek.com



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Camping

Perry’s RV ParkOwned & operated by Kevin and Becky Osman(406) 446-27226664 South Highway 212Red Lodge, MT 59068www.perrysrv.us

Red Lodge KOAOwned by Curt and Cheri Denny(406) 446-23647460 Highway 212Red Lodge, MT 59068www.koa.com

Hotels/Motels

Alpine Lodge MotelOwned & operated by Larry and Trish Yung(406) 446-22131105 N. Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 334Red Lodge, MT 59068www.alpineredlodge.com

Beartooth Hideaway Inn & CabinsOwned by Mr. Bunn(406) 446-22881223 S. Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothhideaway.com

Chateau RougeManaged by John and Mary Kay Gilligan(406) 446-16011505 South Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068www.chateaurouge.com

Comfort Inn of Red LodgeManaged by Trish LaCombe(406) 446-4469612 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1970Red Lodge, MT 59068www.choicehotels.com

Lupine InnManaged by Harnish Patel(406) 446-1321702 South Hauser/P.O. Box 30Red Lodge, MT 59068www.lupineinn.com

The Pollard HotelManaged by Angela Beaumont(406) 446-00012 North BroadwayP.O. Box 650Red Lodge, MT 59068www.pollardhotel.com

Red Lodge InnOwned & operated by Todd and Linda Daily(406) 446-2030811 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1027Red Lodge, MT 59068www.theredlodgeinn.com

Rock Creek ResortManaged by Rob Ringer(406) 446-11116380 Highway 212 SouthRed Lodge, MT 59068www.rockcreekresort.com

Yellowstone National Park Lodges - Xanterra(307) 344-7901 or (866) 439-7375P.O. Box 165Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190www.yellowstonenationalparklodges.com

Yodeler MotelOwned & operated by Mac and Tulsa Dean(406) 446-1435601 South Broadway Avenue/P.O. Box 1336Red Lodge, MT 59068www.yodelermotel.com

Retreats

Aspen Wayside CabinsOwned & operated by Jay Mennenga(406) 445-986340 Carbon AvenueRoberts, MT 59070www.aspenwayside.com

Medicine Flower Lodge & Retreat CenterOwned & operated by Phil and Pat Hoffman(406) 446-16057492 Highway 212 NorthRed Lodge, MT 59068www.medicineflowerlodge.com

Cooke City Alpine MotelOwned & operated by Gerlie Weinstein(406) 838-2262105 Main StreetCooke City, MT 59020www.cookecityalpine.com

Soda Butte LodgeOwned & operated by Randy & Rae Ann Eklund(406) 838-2251209 Highway 212Cooke City, MT 59020

Non ProfitsAmerican Cancer Society(406) 256-71561903 Central AvenueBillings, MT 59102www.cancer.org

BareTooth Cupboards(406) 446-125517 East 11th StreetP.O. Box 665Red Lodge, MT 59068www.baretoothcupboards.org

Beartooth Elks Lodge # 534(406) 446-1812114 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 888Red Lodge, MT 59068www.elks.org

Beartooth Front Community Forum(406) 446-0213P.O. Box 2383Red Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothfront.org

Beartooth Humane Alliance(406) 446-3500P.O. Box 853Red Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothhumane.org

Beartooth Recreational Trails Association(406) 425-0130P.O. Box 1872Red Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothtrails.org

Boys & Girls Club of Carbon County(406) 446-258224 West 9th StreetP.O. Box 11Red Lodge, MT 59068www.bgcofcarboncounty.org

Carbon County Historical Society & Museum(406) 446-3667224 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 881Red Lodge, MT 59068www.carboncountyhistory.com


Calvary Episcopal ChurchRev. Joan Yetter(406) 425-03889 Villard AvenueP.O. Box 348Red Lodge, MT 59068www.mtepiscopal.org

Buses of Yellowstone Preservation Trust(406) 860-4895120 N. Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1522Red Lodge, MT 59068www.boypt.org

Cruisen’ Red Lodge(406) 664-3264P.O. Box 6Red Lodge, MT 59068www.cruisenredlodge.com

Friends of the Beartooth All-American Road(307) 250-1510P.O. Box 983Red Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothhighway.com

Montana State University-Billings/Red Lodge(406) 657-20111500 University DriveBillings, MT 59101www.msubillings.edu



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National Parks Conservation Association(406) 222-4478109 West Calendar Livingston, MT 59047www.npca.org

Pedal Your Bike MTJennifer Drinkwalter(406) 860-7327P.O. Box 1687Red Lodge, MT 59068www.pedalyourbike.com

Red Lodge Area Community Foundation(406) 446-2820122 Hauser Avenue SouthP.O. Box 668Red Lodge, MT 59068www.rlacf.org

Red Lodge Area Economic Development CorporationJody Ronning(406) 446-2300P.O. Box 454Red Lodge, MT 59068

Red Lodge Lions Club(406) 445-9087Meetings held at the Red Lodge Pizza Co.P.O. Box 593Red Lodge, MT 59068www.lionsclubs.org

Red Lodge Public Schools(406) 446-1804 Mountain View Elementary(406) 446-2110 Roosevelt Middle School(406) 446-1903 High SchoolP.O. Box 1090 (all school correspondence)Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodge.schoolwires.com

Red Lodge Rodeo Association(406) 446-2422101 Rodeo DriveP.O. Box 1546Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgerodeo.com

Red Lodge Rotary ClubMeetings are held at Bridge Creek Kitchen & Wine Bar Thursdays 12 Noon(406) 446-1137www.redlodgerotary.org

Red Lodge and Roberts Senior Center and Thrift Store(406) 446-1826207 S. VillardP.O. Box 1293Red Lodge, MT 59068

Red Lodge Ski Joring AssociationTammy Stevens(406) 446-3232P.O. Box 1704Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodge.com/ski-joring

Red Lodge Youth Soccer(406) 446-4440P.O. Box 2167Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgeyouthsoccer.com

Stano Bustos Memorial Foundation(406) 446-2267P.O. Box 1310Red Lodge, MT 59068www.stanobustos.com

Yellow Ribbon CommunityWarene Wall on behalf of the YRC(406) 425-4021P.O. Box 2125Red Lodge, MT 59068www.rlyrc.org

Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary(406) 446-1133615 2nd Street EastRed Lodge, MT 59068www.yellowstonewildlifesanctuary.com

Real EstateAmerican Title & Escrow(406) 446-2603106 West 12th StreetP.O. Box 10Red Lodge, MT 59068www.amtitlemontana.com

Coal Creek Realty(406) 446-226615 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1310Red Lodge, MT 59068www.coalcreekrealty.com

Coldwell Banker-The Brokers(406) 446-30015 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 747Red Lodge, MT 59068www.cbthebrokers.com

Re/Max of Billings in Red LodgeCindy Dunham(406) 425-0182201 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1345Red Lodge, MT 59068www.remax.com

Greater Montana Realty(406) 446-9122215 South BroadwayP.O. Box 1071Red Lodge, MT 59068www.greatermontanarealty.com

H Bar S Real Estate(406) 446-35356 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 13Red Lodge, MT 59068www.hbars.com

Montana Realty Company of Red Lodge(406) 446-474412 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2284Red Lodge, MT 59068www.montanarealtycompany.com

Prudential Red Lodge Real Estate(406) 446-2123103 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 947Red Lodge, MT 59068www.prudentialredlodgerealestate.com

Long Term Property Rental

Lazy M Property Management(406) 446-36036 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 13Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgereservations.com

Prudential Red Lodge Real Estate(406) 446-2123103 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 947Red Lodge, MT 59068www.prudentialredlodgerealestate.com

Reynolds Real Estate(406) 446-2433P.O. Box 695Red Lodge, MT 59068

RestaurantsBear Creek Saloon & Steakhouse(406) 446-34812 Main StreetBearcreek, MT 59007

Bogart’s Restaurant(406) 446-178411 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1128Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgerestaurants.com

Bridge Creek Kitchen & Wine Bar(406) 446-9900116 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2200Red Lodge, MT 59068www.eatfooddrinkwine.com

Café Regis, Inc. (406) 446-1941501 South Word Avenue/P.O. Box 2126Red Lodge, MT 59068www.caferegis.com

Carbon County Steakhouse(406) 446-4025119 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1209Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgerestaurants.com



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City Bakery(406) 446-2100104 South Braodway AvenueP.O. Box 1492Red Lodge, MT 59068

Coffee Factory Roasters(406) 446-320022 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 261Red Lodge, MT 59068www.coffeefactoryroasters.com

Grizzly Bar and Restaurant(406) 328-67891 Main StreetRoscoe, MT 59071

Hope’s Artisan Foods(406) 446-0226113 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 648Red Lodge, MT 59068

Hungry Bear Café & Bakery(406) 446-9177104 West Main Bearcreek, MT 59007

Lost Village Saloon & Eatery(406) 445-914053 Railway AvenueRoberts, MT 59070www.lostvillagesaloon.com

Mas Taco(406) 446-3636304 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2134Red Lodge, MT 59068

Montana Jack’s Bar and Grill(406) 328-41101383 Nye RoadDean, MT 59028www.mtjacks.com

Old Piney Dell & Kiva(406) 446-11116380 Highway 212 SouthRed Lodge, MT 59068www.rockcreekresort.com

Pizano’s Pizza and Pasta(406) 446-4444224 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 195Red Lodge, MT 59068

The Pollard HotelThe Pub and Vintage One Bistro(406) 446-00012 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 650Red Lodge, MT 59068www.thepollard.com

Red Box Car(406) 446-21521300 South Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068

Red Lodge Ales(406) 446-46071445 North BroadwayP.O. Box 2278Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgeales.com

Red Lodge Pizza Company(406) 446-3333115 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1209Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgerestaurants.com

Subway Restaurant(406) 446-4400609 North Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068www.subway.com

The Tea Bar at Red Lodge Books(406) 446-274211 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1630Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgebooks.com

ServicesAlien Design ServicesNeil Garrett(406) 425-0541P.O. Box 1235Red Lodge, MT 59068www.aliendesignservices.com

Allied Waste Services(406) 248-5400344 Nall AvenueBillings, MT 59101www.republicservices.com

AllRedLodge.com by AllTrips(866) 733-5681P.O. Box 6412Jackson, WY 83002www.allredlodge.com

Barrie L. Boulds Private Chef and CateringBarrie L. Boulds(406) 640-2893P.O. Box 2214Red Lodge, MT 59068www.chefboulds.com

Beartooth CleaningCharlene Giffin(406) 321-3492P.O. Box 137Roberts, MT 59070

Beartooth Electric Cooperative, Inc.(406) 446-23101306 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1110Red Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothelectric.com

Beck ConsultingBarb Beck(406) 446-3628P.O. Box 870Red Lodge, MT 59068www.beckbuzz.com

Billings Gazette(406) 657-1225401 North Broadway P.O. Box 31238Billings, MT 59107www.billingsgazette.com

Billings Job Service Workforce Center(406) 652-30802121 Rosebud Drive Stop BBillings, MT 59102www.wsd.dli.mt.gov

Blade Runner, Inc.(406) 860-2135723 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2073Red Lodge, MT 59068

Carbon County News(406) 446-2222202 South HauserP.O. Box 970Red Lodge, MT 59068www.carboncountynews.com

CJ’s Critter Sitter Co. Cassie Watters(406) 425-4531275 Taylor Hill RoadP.O. Box 1851Roberts, MT 59070

Century Link(406) 441-777727 North 27th Street, Floor 21, Suite ABillings, MT 59101www.centurylink.com

Council on International Educational Exchange(406) 995-3094106 Beartooth CourtGallatin Gateway, MT 59730www.ciee.org

Country Classics CateringCindy McBride(406) 664-32861419 Highway 308Belfry, MT 59008

Creative Design WorksTim and Sherry Weamer15 East 13th StreetP.O. Box 908Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodge.com

Day Hike Books Robert Stone(406) 446-3451P.O. Box 865Red Lodge, MT 59068www.dayhikebooks.com



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RobertsRoscoe

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ColumbusReedpoint

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To Butte

Livingston

Joliet

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Outlying Areas

You can enjoy much of the area’s scenery from the comfort of your vehicle, including high alpine areas, forest and the austere beauty of the Pryor Mountains.

Beartooth Scenic Highway (U.S. Rte 212)One of the most spectacular drives in the United States, the Beartooth Highway climbs the headwaters of the Rock Creek Basin through several types of forest and

crosses high alpine tundra notable for its rugged, panoramic scenery and an abundance of wildflowers. It then descends to the northeast entrance of Yellowstone National Park. An excellent route into the park or a

destination for fishing, hiking or enjoying the high country.

Chief Joseph Scenic Highway (Wyo. Rte 296)After reaching the summit of the Beartooth Scenic Byway 212 and descending into the North Crandall Creek area, you can take a

left turn onto Wyoming Highway 296, the Chief Joseph Scenic Highway, named after the Nez Perce Chief who led his people through the valley in an attempt to escape the U.S. Military. Burn areas from the 1988 Yellowstone National Park forest fires are visible along the drive, which provides views of snow-capped mountain peaks, steams, forests, meadows and wildlife. From the junction of the Chief Joseph Highway and Wyoming Rout 120 you can return to the Red Lodge area or head towards Cooke City and Silver Gate.

Route 78 and East Rosebud LakeMontana Highway 78, which leads out of Red Lodge, provides uninterrupted views of the Beartooth Mountains and, on clear days, of the rugged Crazy Mountains along the Yellowstone Valley to the north. The town of Roscoe is the gateway to the East rosebud Canyon ad East Rosebud Lake. After passing through Roscoe, keep left and cross the bridge over the East Rosebud River. A few yards beyond a right turn takes you on a beautiful if bumpy ride into East Rosebud Canyon and the lake. Carved into the granite of the Beartooth Plateau by East Rosebud Creek, the steep walls of the canyon tower

above East Rosebud Lake to create one of the most beautiful settings in the area. The 1997 Shepherd Mountain Fire burned much of the old lodge pole pine forest, clearing the way for thousands of new aspen seedlings and wildflowers now blanketing the slopes.

Pryor Mountains, Dryhead OverlookAt the elevation of more than 8,500 feet, the Dryland Overlook atop East Pryor Mountain rewards more adventurous travelers with a panoramic view of the Bighorn Canyon, Bighorn Mountains and the arid plains of Wyoming. The best route to this austere and isolated mountain vista crosses the Crow Indian Reservation and climbs through wildlife rich forests to alpine meadows. Off the beaten path, but well worth the efforts to get there. Check with the Forest Service for directions and road conditions.

LutherThe small town of Luther is on Highway 78 between Red Lodge and Roscoe. If you should turn off here you will be rewarded with hillsides of cattle and horses as well as some scenes of the town’s old main street and school. There are no services in Luther.

Scan with a smart phone to find out more about the Beartooth Highway (beartoothhighway.com)

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FM-99 The Mountain(406) 446-11999 South Broadway Avenue, Suite HP.O. Box 1678Red Lodge, MT 59068www.fm99mtn.com

Hope’s Artisan FoodsHope Smith(406) 446-0226113 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 648Red Lodge, MT 59067

Joel W. Todd, Attorney At Law(406) 446-1137P.O. Box 1614Red Lodge, MT 59068

Nexstar BroadcastingKSVI and KHMTFox 4 Affiliate(406) 652-4743445 South 24th Street WestBillings, MT 59102www.nexstar.tv

Mahan, Glory(406) 446-1232P.O. Box 1257Red Lodge, MT 59068

Mountain Home InspectionPaul Beck(406) 425-2310P.O. Box 2310Red Lodge, MT 59068www.mountainhomeinspection.com

Mountain Tech Advantage, LLCGwen Williams(406) 446-4255P.O. Box 2038Red Lodge, MT 59068www.mountaintechadvantage.com

Northwestern Energy(888) 467-2669Physical: 1944 Monad RoadBillings, MT 59102Mailing: P.O. Box 80330Billings, MT 59108www.northwesternenergy.com

Outside Bozeman(406) 582-8068313 West Mendenhall #8Bozeman, MT 59715www.outsidebozeman.com

Painted Swan Online MarketingCindy Swan(406) 446-1758P.O. Box 1865Red Lodge, MT 59068www.thepaintedswan.com

Pippi the ClownJeanne Thomas(406) 446-1723HC 50/P.O. Box 4847Red Lodge, MT 59068www.pippitheclown.com

Prinkki, John(406) 446-1231P.O. Box 2020 Roberts, MT 59070

Red Lodge Beverages(406) 446-20407 Pepsi DriveP.O. Box 458Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgebeverages.com

Red Lodge Tour & Taxi(406) 425-3091P.O. Box 135Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgetaxi.com

Rite-Way Publishing, Inc.(208) 377-0226Physical:6604 West Overland RoadBoise, ID 83709Mailing: P.O. Box 6707Boise, ID 86707www.travel-recreation.com

Scanlin Law OfficeBetsy Scanlin(406) 446-1016111 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1361Red Lodge, MT 59068

Smith-Olcott Funeral Chapel(406) 446-1121201 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 788Red Lodge, MT 59068www.smithfuneralchapels.com

Stillwater Mining Company(406) 373-8700Office:1321 Discovery DriveBillings, MT 59102Mailing:P.O. Box 1330Columbus, MT 59019www.stillwatermining.com

The King’s Cupboard/West Fork Creations(406) 446-3060P.O. Box 27Red Lodge, MT 59068www.kingscupboard.com

Wedding Officiant: Skip Aleksich(406) 446-1676P.O. Box 2257Red Lodge, MT 59068

Wedding Officiant:Pat HoffmanMedicine Flower Lodge(406) 446-16057492 Highway 212P.O. Box 1570Red Lodge, MT 59068www.medicineflowerlodge.com

Yellow Ribbon CommunityWarene Wall on behalf of the YRC(406) 425-4021P.O. Box 2125Red Lodge, MT 59068www.rlyrc.org

Zook Air-Wally Zook & Associations Aircraft FinanceWally Zook(406) 446-916910 South White AvenueP.O. Box 853Red Lodge, MT 59068www.zookair.com

Shopping

Art and Photography


Coleman Gallery and StudioMerv Coleman(406) 446-1228223 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1249Red Lodge, MT 59068www.mervcoleman.com

Common Ground Western Art GalleryTeri DeRome(406) 446-28003 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2430Red Lodge, MT 59068www.commongroundartgallery.com

Montana Photographic ArtsGene Rodman and Tracy Shaw(406) 446-03357541 Highway 212Roberts, MT 59070www.mtphotoarts.com

Red Lodge Clay Center(406) 446-3993123 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1527Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgeclaycenter.com



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Clothing

Appearance PlusShannon Downing(406) 446-383628 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 985Red Lodge, MT 59068

Beartooth Harley Davidson(406) 446-985614 North Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068www.beartoothonline.com

Bone Daddy’s Custom Cycle(406) 446-2022210 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2335Red Lodge, MT 59068www.bonedaddyscustomcycle.com

Moosely Tees(406) 446-340614 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 808Red Lodge, MT 59068

Sylvan Peak EnterprisesMarci Dye(406) 446-17709 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 463Red Lodge, MT 59068

The Village Shoppe(406) 446-2020118 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 610Red Lodge, MT 59068

Gas/Convenience Store

Ray Judd Service Station(406) 446-1332124 North Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068

Rockin J Service Station/Convenience StoreNorth: (406) 446-3123902 North Broadway AvenueSouth: (406) 446-25531022 Adams Avenue SouthRed Lodge, MT 59068

Town Pump(406) 497-6700616 North Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068www.townpump.com

Gifts/Books

Boomerang BeadsKate Scott(406) 446-2008212 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 636Red Lodge, MT 59068

Carbon County Historical Society and Museum(406) 446-3667224 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 881Red Lodge, MT 59068www.carboncountyhistory.com

The Glass RabbitSuzanne Kadous(406) 446-2805112 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 122Red Lodge, MT 59068www.theglassrabbit.com

Lotions & Potions Bath and Body BoutiqueDanielle Moore(406) 426-10208 South Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgelotionsandpotions.com

Red Lodge Books and TeaGary and Kathy Robson(406) 446-274211 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1630Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgebooks.com

Red Lodge DrugErickson Family(406) 446-1017211 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1030Red Lodge, MT 59068

Red Lodge Mountain Resort(406) 446-261011 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 750Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgemountain.com

Kibler & Kirch(406) 446-2226101 North Broadway Avenue and 22 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1510Red Lodge, MT 59068www.kiblerandkirch.com

Lights on BroadwayLaurie Haugen and Tammy Ringer(406) 446-1899213 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1702Red Lodge, MT 59068www.lightsonbroadwayinc.com

McGregor Designs, Inc.James and Tressa McGregor(406) 446-38372 Dell DriveP.O. Box 1977Red Lodge, MT 59068www.jmcgregor.com

Rocky Fork JuniperLee Kern(406) 446-3645Highway 212 and 308 JunctionP.O. Box 1023Red Lodge, MT 59068www.rockyforkjuniper.com

Sky Arrow Trading PostSunshine Prince(406) 425-0780P.O. Box 2133Red Lodge, MT 59068

Sylvan PeakMarci Dye(406) 446-1709 South BroadwayP.O. Box 463Red Lodge, MT 59068

Twin Elk at Rock Creek Resort(406) 446-31216380 Highway 212 SouthP.O. Box 195Red Lodge, MT 59068www.rockcreekresort.com

Whispering PinesBarrett Family(406) 446-147012 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 410Red Lodge, MT 59068

Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary(406) 446-1133615 2nd Street EastP.O. Box 675Red Lodge, MT 59068www.yellowstonewildlifesanctuary.com

Kitchen Supplies

Swanky ForkJeannine Olson(406) 446-4222203 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2352Red Lodge, MT 59068www.swankyfork.com

Liquor/Wine/Beer

Babcock & MilesDrew Porth(406) 446-1796105 West 12th StreetP.O. Box 770Red Lodge, MT 59068www.babcockandmiles.com

Beartooth MarketBastian Family(406) 446-2684201 North OakesP.O. Box 1170Red Lodge, MT 59068



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Bridge Creek Kitchen & Wine BarChrist Family(406) 446-9900116 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2200Red Lodge, MT 59068www.eatfooddrinkwine.com

Carbon County Coal, Wine & SpiritsLeta Friedt McGann(406) 446-31049 North Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068

Red Lodge Ales (406) 446-46071445 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2278Red Lodge, MT 59068www.redlodgeales.com

Top of the World Resort(307) 587-53682823 Highway 212Beartooth Pass, Wyomingwww.topoftheworldresort.com

Wild Within(406) 446-21087 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 808Red Lodge, MT 59068

Groceries and Animal Food

Babcock & MilesDrew Porth(406) 446-1796105 West 12th StreetP.O. Box 770Red Lodge, MT 59068www.babcockandmiles.com

Beartooth MarketBastian Family(406) 446-2684201 North OakesP.O. Box 1170Red Lodge, MT 59068

Café Regis(406) 446-1941501 South Word P.O. Box 2126Red Lodge, MT 59068www.caferegis.com

Rowli’s Food Farm(406) 962-3588205 Main StreetP.O. Box 269Joliet, MT 59041

Sam’s Club(406) 256-72774420 King Avenue EastBillings, MT 59101www.samsclub.com

Sydney’s Bistro DressingsBarrie L. Boulds(406) 640-2893P.O. Box 2214Red Lodge, MT 59068www.sydneysbistrodressings.com

Hardware and Lumber

Red Lodge True Value HardwareKen and Debbie Awes(406) 446-18471 North OakesP.O. Box 1350Red Lodge, MT 59068www.truevalue.com

Rock Creek Home and GardenR. D. Kirkness(406) 446-33881002 ½ North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1960Red Lodge, MT 59068

Home Décor and Furnishings

Back Alley MetalsThompson Family(406) 425-1533116 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2225Red Lodge, MT 59068www.backalleymetals.com

Covering Broadway Mark and Sandy Brajcich(406) 446-4344211 South Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 1795Red Lodge, MT 59068www.coveringbroadway.com

Junction 7, Inc.Pam Wagner(406) 446-15377 West 11th StreetP.O. Box 748Red Lodge, MT 59068

Powell Office SupplyBlevins Family(800) 734-5269265 North Bent StreetP.O. Box 230Powell, WY 82435www.powellofficesupply.net

Radio ShackKarina Family(406) 446-262021 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2467Red Lodge, MT 59068www.radioshack.com

Garden PartyCraig and Vivian Beam(406) 855-7040213 West 9th StreetP.O. Box 412Red Lodge, MT 59068www.gardenredlodge.com

Rocky Mountain Flower FarmEwald Family(406) 446-47691409 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2510Red Lodge, MT 59068

Sports Equipment

Montana Cycling & Ski(406) 534-0430824 Shiloh Crossing BoulevardBillings, MT 59102www.montanacycling.com

The Ski StationKinne Family(406) 446-1086510 North Broadway AvenueRed Lodge, MT 59068www.theskistation.com

Sylvan PeakMarci Dye(406) 446-1709 South BroadwayP.O. Box 463Red Lodge, MT 59068

Vehicle-Related

Boyd’s Motor Sports, Inc. Olson Family(406) 446-1519215 East 7th StreetP.O. Box 1613Red Lodge, MT 59068

Bruce’s Auto Body(406) 446-40077053 Highway 212P.O. Box 1991Red Lodge, MT 59068

Rocky Mountain Tire & Lube, Inc. Miller Family(406) 446-31991002 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 2069Red Lodge, MT 59068

Ronning’s Auto Truck & Tractor ServiceRonning Family(406) 446-21931309 North Broadway AvenueP.O. Box 903Red Lodge, MT 59068



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401 (K) Advisors/Garrett Retirement Services - p23

AAAA Red Lodge Rentals, LLC - p24Absaroka River Adventures - p21Adventure Whitewater - p21Alien Design Services - p27Allied Waste Services - p27AllRedLodge.com by AllTrips - p27Alpine Lodge Motel - p25Altana Federal Credit Union - p23American Cancer Society - p25American Title & Escrow - p23,26Appearance Plus - p23,24,32Appraisal Services in Wyoming - p22Aspen Townhomes - p24Aspen Wayside Cabins - p24,25

BBabcock & Miles - p32,33Back Alley Metals - p33Baldwin’s Customized Landscaping, Inc. - p22 Bank of Red Lodge - p23BareTooth Cupboards - p25Barrie L. Boulds Private Chef & Catering - p27Bear Creek Saloon & Steakhouse - p26Beartooth Bike Tours - p21Beartooth Billings Clinic - p24Beartooth Cleaning - p22,27Beartooth Electric Cooperative, Inc. - p27Beartooth Elks Lodge #534 - p25Beartooth Front Community Forum - p25Beartooth Harley Davidson - p31Beartooth Hideaway Inn & Cabins - p24,25Beartooth Humane Alliance - p23,25Beartooth Insurance - p23Beartooth Market - p32,33Beartooth Plateau Outfitters - p22Beartooth Recreational Trails Association - p21,25Beartooth River Ranch - p24Beartrap Ranch - p24Beck Consulting - p27Benbow ATV Rentals - p21Billings Gazette - p27Billings Job Service Workforce Center - p27Black Wolf Mototours - p21Blade Runner, Inc. - p22,27Blue Sky Cabins - p24Bogart’s Restaurant - p26Bone Daddy’s Custom Cycle - p32Boomerang Beads - p32Boyd’s Motor Sports, Inc. - p33Boys & Girls Club of Carbon County - p25

Bridge Creek Kitchen & Wine Bar - p26,33Bridger Steel - p22Bruce’s Auto Body - p33Buses of Yellowstone Preservation Trust - p25

CCafé Regis - p26,33Calvary Episcopal Church - p25Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery - p21,25,31Carbon County Coal, Wine & Spirits - p33Carbon County Historical Society & Museum - p21,25,32Carbon County News - p27Carbon County Steakhouse - p26Cedar Wood Villa - p24Century Link - p27Chateau Rouge Lodge - p23,25City Bakery - p27CJ’s Critter Sitter Co. - p27Coal Creek Realty - p26Coffee Factory Roasters - p27Coldwell Banker-The Brokers - 26Coleman Gallery and Studio - p31Comfort Heating and Refrigeration - p22Comfort Inn of Red Lodge - p25Common Ground Western Art Gallery - p31Construction Roofing & Siding LLC by Dave Schreder - p22Cooke City Alpine Motel - p25Council on Int’l Educational Exchange - p27Country Classics Catering - p27Covering Broadway - p22,33Creative Design Works - p27Cruisen’ Red Lodge - p25CTA Architects and Engineers - p22

DDavid Evans, DDS - p23Day Hike Books - p21,27Dba LHB Appraisal Services - p22Dr. Larry Erpenbach - p24Dream Dance Ranch Outfitters - p21

EElk River Outfitters - p21Expedition Log Homes - p22The Eye Clinic Surgicenter - p24

FFirst Interstate Bank - p23Fly Fishing Only Adventures - p22FM-99 The Mountain - p27Fox Meadow B & B - p24Friends of the Beartooth All-American Road - p25

GGallagher’s Irish Rose B & B - p24Garden Party - p33Gary Fales Outfitting - p21,22The Glass Rabbit - p32Greater Montana Realty - p26Grizzly Bar and Restaurant - p27Grizzly Peak Animal Hospital, Inc. - p23

HH Bar S Real Estate - p26Hope’s Artisan Foods - p27,31Horse Play - p21Hungry Bear Café & Bakery - p27

IInn on the Beartooth - p24Irene Belvin Agency-Farmers Insurance - p23The Island at Rock Creek - p24

JJBS Crane, Inc. - p22Joel W. Todd, Attorney At Law - p31Junction 7, Inc. - p33

KK-B Chemical - p22Kibler & Kirch - p32The King’s Cupboard/West Fork Creations - p31KSVI and KHMT/Nexstar Broadcasting - p31

LLanglas Homes, Inc. - p22Lazy M Property Management - p24,26Lights on Broadway - p22,32Lone Pine Lodging - p24

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Lost Village Saloon & Eatery - p27Lotions & Potions Bath and Body Boutique - p32Lupine Inn - p25Lynnrich Seamless, Siding & Windows - p22

MMahan, Glory - p31Mary Kay Sales Director - p23Mas Taco - p27McCampbell Locksmithing - p22McGregor Designs Inc. - p22,32Medicine Flower Lodge & Retreat Center - p25Montana Cycling & Ski - p21,33Montana Jack’s Bar and Grill - p27Montana Mobile Veterinary Service - p23Montana Photographic Arts - p31Montana Realty Company of Red Lodge - p26Montana State University-Billings/Red Lodge - p25Montana Trout Scout - p22Moosely Tees - p32Mountain Home Inspection - p22,31Mountain Tech Advantage, LLC - p31Mountain View Clinic - p24

NNational Parks Conservation Association - p26Northwestern Energy - p31

OOld Piney Dell & Kiva - p27Outside Bozeman - p31

PPadgett Business Services - p23Paintbrush Adventures - p21Painted Swan Online Marketing - p31Paramount Siding & Windows - p22PDQ Janitorial Services - p22Pedal Your Bike MT - p26Perry’s RV Park - p25Petry Properties - p24Pippi the Clown/Jeanne Thomas - p31Pizano’s Pizza and Pasta - p27Point Scape Building Service - p22The Pollard Hotel (The Pub and Vintage One Bistro) - p23,25,27Powell Office Supply - p33Prinkki, John - p31

Pro Cut Lawn Care - p22Prudential Red Lodge Real Estate - p26

RRadio Shack - p33Ray Judd Service Station - p21Re/Max of Billings in Red Lodge-Cindy Dunham - p26Red Box Car - p27The Red Lodge Adventure Center - p21Red Lodge Ales - p27,33Red Lodge and Roberts Senior Center and Thrift Store - p26Red Lodge Area Community Foundation - p26Red Lodge Beverages - p31Red Lodge Books and Tea - p32Red Lodge Caretaking Services - p22Red Lodge Chiropractic Clinic - p24Red Lodge Clay Center - p31Red Lodge Drug - p24,32Red Lodge Economic Development - p26Red Lodge Inn - p25Red Lodge KOA - p23,25Red Lodge Lions Club - p26Red Lodge Mountain Resort - p21,32Red Lodge Nordic Center - p21Red Lodge Pizza Company - p27Red Lodge Powersports, Inc. - p21Red Lodge Public Schools - p26Red Lodge Rental Properties - p24Red Lodge Rodeo Association - p26Red Lodge Rotary Club - p26Red Lodge Ski Joring Association - p26Red Lodge Tour & Taxi - p31Red Lodge True Value Hardware - p22,33Red Lodge Youth Soccer - p26Reynolds Real Estate - p26Rite-Way Publishing, Inc. - p31RJ’s Plumbing, LLC - p22Rock Creek Hair and Day Spa - p23,24Rock Creek Home & Garden - p23,33Rock Creek Resort - p25Rockin J Service Station/Convenience Stores - p32Rocky Fork Inn B & B - p24Rocky Fork Juniper - p32Rocky Fork Outfitters & Guide Service - p22Rocky Mountain Flower Farm - p33Rocky Mountain Tire & Lube, Inc. - p33Ronning’s Auto Truck & Tractor Service - p33Rowli’s Food Farm - p33

SSam’s Club - p33Scanlin Law Office - p31Schubert Accounting (Mrachek, Popp & Associates) - p23Shoo Inn B & B - p24Silver Strike Bowling & Casino - p21Simply Soothing - p23,24Ski Station - p21,33Sky Arrow Trading Post - p32Smith-Olcott Funeral Chapel - p31Soda Butte Lodge - p25Sommerfeld Construction - p23Sprague Construction Roofing, LLC - p23Stano Bustos Memorial Foundation - p26Stillwater Mining Company - p31Subway Restaurant - p27Swanky Fork - p32Sydney’s Bistro Dressings/Barrie L. Boulds - p33Sylvan Peak - p32,33

TThe Tea Bar at Red Lodge Books - p27Top of the World Resort - p33Town Pump - p32Twin Elk at Rock Creek Resort - p32

V-WThe Village Shoppe - p32Wedding Officiants: Skip Aleksich and Pat Hoffman - p31Well Approach Fitness Facility - p23Wells Fargo - p23Whispering Pines - p32Whispering Winds Horse Adventures - p21Wild Within - p33The Willows - p24

Y-ZYellow Ribbon Community - p26,31Yellowstone National Park Lodges- Xanterra - p25Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary - p21,26,32Yodeler Motel - p25Zook Air-Wally Zook & Association Aircraft Financing - p23,31


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November 2012

Nov 1 – 31: Elliott Eaton Art Exhibit and Retrospective. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

Nov 1 – 31: Impressions of Africa by Artists, Jessie Wilber and Frances Senska. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

Nov 30: Red Lodge Christmas Stroll at the Arts Guild. 4-6pm. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

December 2012

Dec 1: Red Lodge Christmas Stroll and Artists’ Reception. 4-6pm. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

Dec 1 – 31: Elliott Eaton Art Exhibit and Retrospective. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

Dec 1 – 31: Rock Creek Miniature Art Exhibit. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

January 2013

Jan 2 – 31: Billings Arts Association Exhibit. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

Jan 2 – 30: Neil Jussila: Joseph in Montana – The Nez Perce Epic. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

February 2013

Feb 1 – 28: “Reflections and Explorations”, The Art of Randy Vralstad. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

Feb 9: Have a HEART for ART and CHOCOLATE! 6-9pm at Rock Creek Resort. In partnership with the Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary. For tickets. call (406) 446-1370 or visitwww.carboncountydepotgallery.org

March 2013

Mar 1 – 30: Annual Carbon County Student Art Exhibit. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

April 2013

Apr 2 – 30: Rocky Mountain Regional Juried Art Exhibit. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

Apr 15 – 30: Frances Carroll Brown: Bitterroot Portraits. Arts Guild, Red Lodge. A MAGDA exhibition.

May 2013

May 1 – 31: Frances Carroll Brown: Bitterroot Portraits. Arts Guild, Red Lodge. A MAGDA exhibition.

May 1 – 31: The Art of Elizabeth LaRowe and Jim LeBar. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

June 2013

Jun 1 – 30: The Art of Dorci Newman Tremblay. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

Jun 1 – 30: Richard Wallace Art Exhibit. Arts Guild, Red Lodge. North Gallery.

July 2013

July 1 – 31: All-Artist Exhibit featuring Signature Artist, Carol Hagan and Member Artists. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

July 13: Art in the Beartooths 2013 with Signature Artist, Carol Hagan. Lions Park and Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

For fundraiser tickets and more information, call (406) 446-1370 or visit the website at www.carboncountydepotgallery.org

Calendar of EventsCarbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery

August 2013

Aug 1 – 31: Eva Erickson and Nellie Rafn Art Exhibit. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

September 2013

Sept 1 – 30: The Art of Jim Baken. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

Sept 2: 34th Annual Labor Day Arts Fair. Lions Park and Arts Guild, Red Lodge. 9-4pm. Free!

October 2013

Oct 1 – 31: The Stillwater Society Art Exhibit. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

Oct 1 – 31: The Japanese Woodblock Print: An Extension of the Impermanent. Arts Guild, Red Lodge.

For more information about any of these events, please call (406) 446-1370 or visit the Arts Guild and Depot Gallery website at www.carboncountydepotgallery.org

The official Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce community guide & directory is published by Yellowstone Communications. All rights reserved.

Publisher Frank Perea IIEditorial Alastair BakerGraphic Design Blond Creative Amy Graven Kaitlin WolffPhotography Merv Coleman Anne Laird-Nieman

Local advertising and business inquiries, please contact:

Carbon County NewsPO Box 970Red Lodge, MT 59068406-446-2222


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Fishing

A dreamscape for those who love to fish, the creeks and lakes in the area offer up a veritable platter of fine fishing for Cutthroat, Rainbow, Brown, and Brook trout, Whitefish and Arctic Grayling. Information, maps and licenses are available at a number of retail outlets. For further information about guide services, contact the Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce or refer to the listings in this directory.



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LIGHTS ON BROADWAYLighting and Home Decor

213 North Broadway• Red Lodge phone/fax • 406-446-1899

[email protected]

• Tammy Ringer •

Camping Out Montana Style

Red Lodge boasts an array of campgrounds. These include a KOA, Perry’s and a number of public

land areas. Amenties include fresh water, electricity, RV pumping stations and showers.

For those wanting to camp farther afield, there are more than 700 camping units ranging in facilities on National Forest land.

In the National Forest most campsites are equipped with tables, tent pads, fire rings and parking spurs. Eleven camping areas in the Beartooth District charge a minimum camping fee and provide garbage disposal and water.

The others offer free camping, but you must supply your own toilet paper and water, and pack out all your trash. There are also handicap accessible campgrounds and trails.

Forest Service facilities in the immediate Red Lodge area are located along the two Rock Creek branches:

Main ForkSheridan and Rattin Campgrounds are about five miles south of Red Lodge on U.S. Highway 212. They are located on a gravel road and more suited to tents and small campers.

Farther south along Highway 212 are Parkside, Limberpine and Greenough Campgrounds; all are within a mile of each other. They are accessed on paved roads and have hand pumps for drinking water. Campsites include tables, fire pits and parking spurs.

Another two miles south of this complex is M-K Campground, originally a field camp during the construction of the Beartooth highway. Both picnic and camping sites are available here. This is a ‘reduced services’ site: you must pack out your trash and provide your own water.

Seven other Forest Service campgrounds are located along the Beartooth All-American Road between the Parkside

complex and Cooke City, 60 miles from Red Lodge. All are well equipped and offer beautiful high-country surroundings.

West ForkAll campgrounds in the West Fork drainage offer picnic tables, fire pits, toilets and a place to pitch a tent or park a camper.

About two miles west of Red Lodge on the West Fork Road is Palisades Campground. This site is quite rustic but has picnic tables. Six sites for tents only and toilets. You will have to bring your own water and pack out your trash.

Another three miles up the West Fork Road is Cascade Campground, with another 30 camping sites, hand pumped drinking water and a dumpster.

About eight miles from Red Lodge is Basin Campground with 30 sites and the trailhead to Basin Lake. A hand pump provides water and there are dumpsters for trash.


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Fabulous food and great service:From starters to desserts.

We cook when you can’t :For everyday and special occasion,

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Catering, meal preparation, take-away dinners, fresh soups and

sandwiches daily

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Mountain Metamorphosis

The development of the Beartooth MountainsA number of different theories attempt to explain the formation of the Beartooth Mountains, but geologists generally agree that the range resulted from the uplifting of a giant block of Precambrian igneous and metamorphic rocks which were subsequently broken by fault lines, overlaid with lava on the southwest corner, and carved by glaciers and streams. The Beartooths contain some of the oldest rocks on the planet – dated by radiogenic methods at 2.5 to 3 billion years old. A comparison of the Beartooth block and a similar layer of Precambrian rock under the Big Horn Basin to the south reveals that the Beartooths were uplifted more than 25,000 feet over the course of seventy million years. The range now consists largely of broad plateaus averaging about 10,000 feet in height – making it the highest continuous region in the U.S. – and crowned by Granite Peak, Montana’s highest mountain at 12,799 feet. The blade-like limestone palisades that stretch along the Beartooth Front, and the striking Beartooth Butte about halfway between Red Lodge and Yellowstone National Park on the Beartooth Highway, are remnants of the sedimentary rock layers originally deposited on top of the Precambrian rocks by an ancient sea. The rest were scoured from the range by successive periods of glaciation.

Geologic change continues in the area. The Yellowstone area is volcanically active and the “hot spot” of deeply buried molten rock that creates its

geothermal phenomena is drifting slowly to the northeast. A major eruption could occur within the next 100,000 years. Until that time, the erosional forces, or wind, water and ice, will continue to shape the mountains and valleys of the Beartooth Range.


photo by Ann Laird

photo by Alastair Baker


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“I’m in love with Montana.

For other states I have admiration, respect,

recognition, even some affection.

But with Montana it is love.”

— John Steinbeck




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Coleman Gallery and StudioPhotography at its finest by International Award Winning

Photographer Merv Coleman

www.mervcoleman.com

A trip to Red Lodge is not complete without a visit to Coleman Gallery and Studio at the corner of 14th and Broadway. Look for the burgundy awning.

223 South Broadway, Red Lodge, MT • 406-446-1228 • www.mervcoleman.com

Beartooth Country • The Absaroka and Beartooth RangesPhotos by Mervin D. Coleman • Foreword by Gary Ferguson

Events Throughout the Year

January

February

Burns Night at the ElksRed Lodge

Fee Free DaysYellowstone National ParkFree entry to the Park in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend.

Sweetheart BallRed Lodge, Elks Club

Have a Heart for Art and ChocolateArts Guild FundraiserRock Creek ResortSee www.carboncountydepotgallery.com

Southern B Basketball TournamentRed Lodge High School



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Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot GalleryCarbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery

Free and open to everyone! Winter Hours (after Labor Day): Tues-Sat, 10-5

Summer Hours (starting Memorial Day): Mon-Sat, 10-5 & Sun, 12-5 Find us at carboncountydepotgallery.org, call us (406) 446-1370, or stop in at 11 W. 8th St in Red Lodge

2013 Signature Artist, Art in the Beartooths

CAROL HAGAN We Bring to You and Our Community EVERY YEAR

new Art Exhibits each month Workshops for all

Missoula Children’s Theatre Art Classes in our County Schools Mid-Winter CHOCOLATE! Event

Carbon County Student Art Exhibit Rocky Mountain Regional Juried Exhibit

Summer Art Camp for Kids

Art in the Beartooths Fundraiser Educational Exhibits & Art Appreciation Lectures

Montana Shakespeare in the Parks Labor Day Arts Fair

Historic Preservation of 2 County Landmarks

...and of course, the biggest and best selection of ART in the region!

March

Backcountry Film FestivalRed Lodge, Elks LodgeHosted by the Beartooth Recreational Trails Association (BRTA).

Monster Dog PullRed Lodge, early MarchA test of canine strength.

Winter CarnivalRed Lodge Two-day extravaganza in early March with live music, a rail jam, and cardboard classic race down the mountain.See www.redlodgemountain.com

National Finals Ski JoringRed Lodge Rodeo Grounds, early March An action packed competition with horses, riders and skiers negotiating a 700-foot course.

Empty Bowls FundraiserRed Lodge, late MarchA fundraiser for the Food Bank. See www.baretoothcupboards.org



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Red Lodge Music FestivalRed LodgeAn opportunity to witness the musical accomplishments of students from 7th-12th grade from around the state. See www.redlodgemusicfestival.org

Founders Day CelebrationRed LodgeHosted by the Carbon County Historical Society and Museum to celebrate people and places in the area.

Annual Beartooth BallRed LodgeFundraiser for the Beartooth Billings Clinic.

Thunder in the Valley Tractor PullBridgerA fun event for the family to witness the power behind these machines.

The Annual Beartooth Run and RideBeartooth HighwayAn annual race along the Beartooth pass. See www.beartoothrun.com

Bearcreek Pig Races opens for the season until early September.(See page 51)

Beartooth Highway opens late May, depending on weather conditions.

May

June

Peaks to Prairie Adventure RaceAn opportunity for athletes to run, bike and boat the Beartooth Mountains, central Montana Plains and the Yellowstone River Valley. See www.peakstoprairie.org

Cowboys and Carnations FundraiserRed Lodge, mid-AprilA fundraiser for the Rodeo Association. See redlodgerodeo.com

Spring FlingRed LodgeCoordinated by Sagebrush Sirens.

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Home of Champions RodeoRed Lodge, July 2-4See www.redlodgerodeo.comBroncs, bulls and more, not to mention parades and fireworks for the 4th of July.

Art in the BeartoothsRed LodgeA fundraiser for the Arts Guild. Featuring signature artist Carol Hagan. See www.carboncountydepotgallery.com

Jim Bridger DaysBridgerA three-day event incorporating a parade, music, games and a Demolition Derby.

Shakespeare in the ParkRed LodgeEnjoy The Bard in the open air.

Iron Horse Rally and RodeoRed LodgeA three-day event that brings in bikers from around the country to take part in bike rodeos and rides through the scenic landscape. See www.beartoothrally.com

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Reservations: (406) 446-1605 or (406) 425-2600

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406.446.3473FAX 406.446.2851

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Festival of NationsRed LodgeA one-day event celebrating the ethnic diversity of the area. See www.festivalofnations.us

The Beartooth BlitzBeartooth PassAn annual road bike race. See www.beartoothrun.com

(July continued)

Cruisen’ Red Lodge and Drag RacesRed LodgeAn opportunity to see a selection of classic vintage cars up close, as well as Hot Rod racing. See www.cruisenredlodge.com

Joliet JamboreeJoliet, late JulyA family fun filled event with BBQs, poets, games, music and arts and craft stalls.

4 H FairRed Lodge Annual showing of livestock.

Stano Bustos Memorial Foundation Golf Tourney and Billy Waldo ConcertRed Lodge

August



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Bike MSRed LodgeOne of 100 cycling events across the country to raise money for multiple sclerosis.

Summer FairRobertsAn opportunity to stroll amid arts and crafts stalls and check out some antiques.

Climb to Conquer CancerRed Lodge, early AugustA fundraiser on behalf of the American Cancer Society to help fight cancer.

Beartooth Rendezvous BMW RallyRed LodgeA gathering of BMW enthusiasts. See www.beartoothbeemers.org

Red Lodge Area Truck PullRed Lodge rodeo arenaTrucks and tractors test their mettle.

Fat Tire FrenzyRed Lodge MountainAn annual two-day mountain bike festival, with food, drink, live music and free camping.

Cycle Greater YellowstoneMontana and WyomingA week-long cycling tour through the breathtaking scenery of the greater Yellowstone area.



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Complete Vision & Eye Health ExamsCataracts, Glaucoma / Macular Degeneration

Dry Eye & Allergy TreatmentLaser Vision Correction Consultations

Full-Service Optical - Contact Lenses & Glasses

Open Wednesdays Only446-EYES (3937)

252-6608111 S. Broadway / Red Lodge

Dr. Larry D. Erpenbach

Your Vision…Our Mission

The Eye Clinic

Last Blast Weekend Red LodgeCelebrate the end of summer with fantastic sales in Red Lodge’s shops.

Annual Red Lodge Fun Run for CharitiesRed LodgeA massive fundraiser that benefits all local non-profits. Involves a 10k run, a 5k run, a 2 mile fun walk and a toddler trot. See www.redlodgefunrun.org

September

(August continued)

Belfry Pioneer DayBelfryA celebration of the history and culture of Belfry. Includes a parade, live music and games and food.

Fromberg Old West DayFromberg A celebration of Fromberg’s history with a parade, games and music.

34th Annual Labor Day Arts FairRed LodgeAn arts fair showcasing local talent. Hosted by the Arts Guild.See www.carboncountydepotgallery.org

OktoberfestRed LodgeCelebrating German culture with homebrews, games and an Oompah Band or two.

Historical Society Hoe DownRed LodgeA fundraiser for the Carbon County Historical Society and Museum. See www.carboncountyhistory.com

Joliet Family Fall FestivalJolietAn event involving arts and crafts, food, games, music, and of course plenty of pumpkins.


photo by Eleanor Guerrero


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Real people. Exceptional care.www.beartoothbillingsclinic.org2525 North Broadway | Red Lodge, MT 59068406-446-2345 • Toll-free 877-404-9442TDD phone number 800-253-4091

Outstanding Rural Health Organization of the Year – 2012

SameDay Care ClinicNo appointment needed – just walk in.

Monday-Friday 7:30 am to 6 pm

Hospital24/7 Emergency

406-446-2345

Feast for the Beasts Costume BallRock Creek ResortFundraiser for the Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary.

Beartooth Billings Clinic Health FairRed Lodge

Trick or Treat for TotsRed Lodge, 10/31Halloween family fun at downtown businesses in Red Lodge.

Halloween Costume ContestsRed Lodge, 10/31Prizes at several local establishments.

October

Ski SwapRed Lodge, early November

Red Lodge Mountain opens, around Thanksgiving every year.See www.redlodgemountain.com

November

Citizen of the Year CeremonyRed Lodge

Christmas StrollRed Lodge A festive delight for everyone with a parade, caroling and wagon rides.

December

Christmas in BridgerBridgerA chance to sample the shops and food of Bridger.

New Year’s Eve CelebrationsRed Lodge, 12/31Special celebrations at several downtown locations to ring in the New Year.



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Absaroka River AdventuresAbsaroka River Adventures• Half and Full Day Raft Trips

• Inflatable Kayak Trips • Group Rates Available • Unsurpassed Safety Record

• Great Family Fun!

113 Grove StreetAbsarokee, Montanawww.absarokariver.com

For Questions or reservations:1-800-334-7238

[email protected]

Whitewater Rafting!Whitewater Rafting!

Parks

Yellowstone ParkTravelers can get to Yellowstone Park either from Highway 212, or by taking Highway 72 until the border of Wyoming where it turns into Highway 120, then turning off onto Chief Joseph Scenic Byway, which takes you to Cooke City.

Although one route is only 68 miles and the other 95 miles, please allow at least

three hours of traveling time. There are a lot of curves to negotiate, along with the occasional animal and slower traffic.

BridgerJim Bridger Park, located between W. Sunnyside Ave., and W. Broadway Ave. Picnic facilities, horseshoes, restrooms. The town also has a public swimming pool.

FrombergThis town has a city park that is directly across from the excellent Clark’s Fork Valley Museum and a minute away from the Little Cowboy Bar and Museum.

JolietThere is a city park in Joliet, located between W. Central Ave. and W. Carbon Ave. along S. 1st St.

Red Lodge Lions Club ParkLocated on Hauser Ave., between 5th and 8th streets. Facilities include Moose Trails Playground, a skating rink in the winter, picnic sites, BBQ grills, horseshoes, sand volleyball, public restrooms and a bandstand.

Rotary ParkLocated along the east side of Rock Creek between Highway 308 and 19th Street bridge. Facilities include picnic tables, BBQ sites, porta-potties, and an RV dump station.

Skateboard Park Contains every boarder’s wants, from a half pipe, quarter pipes to a three-sided pyramid and more. Located along 10th and Hauser.

Field School ParkLocated across the road from the skateboard park, Field School Park offers picnic facilities along with four good-sized tennis courts.

Visitors Center Offers picnic sites, water, and RV dump station. Located at the intersection of Highways 78 and 212.

Pride ParkThis strip park off the main street offers the public a respite from shopping and a chance to view the sights of the town.

Double-Ditch Dog ParkNewly installed, this off-leash park is located at the entrance to the Rodeo Grounds. Open year-round and provides space for dogs and owners to go for a walk.

The ShaftRed Lodge’s new nine-hole, all par 3 disc golf course located in Coal Miners Park behind the Red Lodge High School. It is open all week long during daylight hours in spring, summer and fall.


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Pigs on the Run

Located seven miles east of Red Lodge, the celebrated Pig Races at Bearcreek Downs draw between 200 and 400 followers nightly, all

cheering their favorite porkers to “bring home the bacon” while enjoying steaks at the Bearcreek Saloon where the races are held.

Half of each race’s proceeds are allocated to a scholarship fund for young people in the

area; to date the Bearcreek Downs Scholarship has awarded $95,000 to 26 local students in 21 years.

The racing pigs have attracted attention from national television and newspapers around the world. The Bearcreek Downs is open from late May to early September.

Connecting People ~ Building Community

Manage the Nonpro�t Shared Services Center Facilitate the annual Fun Run for Charities

Raise Permanent Endowments Connect Newcomers to over 60 nonpro�ts

Nurture and Administer Donor Advised and Field of Interest Funds

Build Capacity for area Nonpro�tsCreate Community Change (C3 Leadership)

Inspire “Future of Montana: Volunteer Corps”Grant Making

Commission an elite board of directors, sta�, and volunteers

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IT’S ALL DOWNHILL FROM HERE...Great family fun!

Downhill Guided Cruiser Bike Trips on the Beartooth

All-American Road!

www.beartoothbiketours.com • 406-426-0787Morning Rides • Afternoon Rides • Evening Rides • Pedal ‘n Paddle Combos

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About Your Chamber

The Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce, organized in the 1930s, serves a region radiating from Red Lodge for about one hundred miles. Tourism,

agriculture, recreation and real estate development form the dominant business base with growth being experienced in ecofriendly small industries, technology services and general business.

Situated in south-central Montana at the northern terminus of the famed Beartooth Highway, Red Lodge thrives as an active community and county seat enjoying four seasons. In addition to the All-American Road connection which links Red Lodge to Cooke City and the northeastern entrance to Yellowstone National Park, other scenic roadways circulate visitors throughout this diverse area.

Several smaller towns, including Absarokee (pronounced Ab-zoar-kee), Roberts, Joliet (pronounced Jolly-et), Belfry and Bridger—as well as the hamlets of Nye, Dean, Fishtail, Roscoe, Silesia (pronounced Sa-lisha), Rockvale and Edgar—lie within easy reach. Because of the intensity of the tourist activity, businesses from more distant towns such as Columbus, Laurel and Billings find it valuable to participate in our Chamber. Farming members from as far away as Ryegate bring fresh produce to sell in the summer.

Committed to preserving the assets and values of its unique home base, the Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce supports the preservation of both the physical and cultural landscape andseeks to expand business through sound ecological and sustainable practices.

Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce/Visitors Center701 North BroadwayPO Box 988Red Lodge, Montana 59068Intersection of Highways 78 and 212

Our Brochure Room is open 24/7.We hope to see you soon!

About This Directory

This Directory is the premier publication used to promote the Red Lodge business community. We know you will find the information useful. Business members of the Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce are listed for your reference. You are encouraged to use the business directory of this publication when you are looking for goods or services for either your business or personal needs.

Whether you are a business member of the Chamber, a new resident, visitor or a Red Lodge area native, the Chamber means many things to each of us. Our Chamber takes an active role in issues that impact not only area businesses, but the community as well. Each day, the Chamber serves as an information source for Red Lodge and the surrounding area. The Chamber has an active working relationship with its membership, the City of Red Lodge, Carbon County and other community entities.

If your business is not currently a member of the Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce, we invite you to join the over 220 members and discover the many benefits of membership such as the Chamber newsletter and monthly mixers.

For additional information about the Red Lodge area communities or the Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce, call 446-1718 or visit us on the web at www.redlodgechamber.org.


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