by Gallatin River Task Force | Dec 14, 2021 | Algae Bloom, Big Sky Water Conservation, Gallatin River Forever, River Restoration
The indigenous Shoshone people that first called this area home, called the Gallatin, the “Cut-tuh-o’gwa” (swift water) while conservationist and future President Teddy Roosevelt camped and enjoyed the Gallatin at Beaver Creek in 1888, along today’s 191. This history...
by Gallatin River Task Force | Dec 13, 2021 | River Restoration, River Stories, Volunteering, Water Quality
Task Force volunteers spend hours with us on the Gallatin collecting water samples and restoring habitat. They not only inspire us in our work but enable us to carry out our conservation mission. At the end of the year, we host a stewardship celebration to thank our...
by Gallatin River Task Force | Dec 13, 2021 | Big Sky Water Conservation
Have family visiting you this holiday season? Thinking about all the bedding you’ll have to wash and extra clothing loads adding up? Now is the time to upgrade to an energy efficient washer! Save water and money this winter by switching to an energy efficient washer,...
by Gallatin River Task Force | Nov 16, 2021 | Big Sky Water Conservation
Big Sky is drought-prone, meaning we experience prolonged periods of abnormally low rainfall, leading to water shortages in our drinking wells and rivers. The good news is, everyone can play a role in conserving water to sustain a healthy fishery, benefit river...
by Gallatin River Task Force | Nov 9, 2021 | Sustainable Watershed Stewardship Plan, Wastewater Management and Reuse, Water Quality
If you’ve spent time along the Gallatin in the past few summers, you’ve likely noticed bright-green algae covering rocks from shoreline to shoreline late in the summer as you’re wading to your favorite fishing hole. Like us, you probably have questions. Is this...
