Restoring the Gallatin 

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What’s New

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

The Inside Scoop on Dog Poop & the Gallatin

By Mackenzie Nash Runoff Season Nothing ruins a trail day faster than stepping in a smelly surprise. Now imagine swimming in it! That’s the reality for many of our aquatic inhabitants as the seasons...

2025 Gallatin Fish Count Presentation

Fish, Wildlife & Parks Fisheries Biologist, Keith Wellstone, presented on local trout populations, the data behind the Gallatin River fishery, and the work FWP is doing to better understand...

Do Your Part to Conserve Water During Fix-A-Leak Week

By Mackenzie Nash, Big Sky Watershed Corps Member Fix-A-Leak Water is a precious resource. Over one trillion gallons of water are wasted annually within the US, according to the Environmental...

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...

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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