Friends of the Gallatin

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Greek Creek Campground BDAs

Monitoring

We’ve been collecting water quality data on the Upper Gallatin for over two decades. Here’s what we’ve learned.

Native flowers

Water Conservation

Our new turf conversion program is helping Big Sky become a more water-wise, fire-safe, and ecosystem resilient place—one yard at a time.

Upper Deer Creek After 8

Restoration

Our Gallatin River Restoration Strategy is a comprehensive plan to protect and restore the Gallatin River without compromising public access for recreation.

Protecting the Gallatin River for Future Generations

The Gallatin River is facing challenges, now and in the future. But it’s not too late.

The Voice of the Gallatin River

Program News

New Ways to Get Involved with the Gallatin

The Gallatin River is the heart of our community and our mission to protect it has always been powered by people like you. As we look toward the year ahead, we are excited to open up more ways for...

2025 Big Sky Watershed Corps Member Spotlight: Leigh Lyter and Jeremy Wood

Last month we said farewell to our amazing 2025 Big Sky Watershed Corps members, Leigh Lyter and Jeremy Wood. We’re so proud and grateful for the meaningful contributions they made to the Task...

Meet the Winners: The 2025 Gally Awards

As we close out our 25th anniversary and reflect on an incredible year of watershed-wins, we have so much to be thankful for and it all comes down to you, our supporters. Let’s look back on some...

25 Years of the Gallatin River Task Force

For 25 years, the Gallatin River has been our guide, our inspiration and the heart of a powerful community movement. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, we are reflecting on the incredible...

Let’s clear up some misconceptions about water monitoring on the Gallatin

  In response to Clint Nagel’s recent guest column, “We need transparency and truth in addressing the Gallatin’s water quality issues”, there are a few points of clarification that deserve...

Give Back to the Gallatin River

Your donation is an investment in the future of this special place. Join the hundreds of your friends and neighbors in preserving the Gallatin River for future generations.
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