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Water Conservation on the Gallatin River

Water conservation is the most cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to thrive through drought, stretch water supplies, and protect the Gallatin River.

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The Water Conservation Program

Big Sky strives to be a model mountain community by protecting and improving water resources, sustaining the ecological health of the watersheds, and supporting a vibrant local economy.

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Indoor Rebates

The Task Force offers cash back to Big Sky residents and businesses that prioritize water savings by installing water-efficient toilets, shower heads, clothes washers, and more!

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Outdoor Rebates

Residents and businesses can receive one on one support from a Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper who can conduct an irrigation audit, recommend water saving landscape improvements, and connect you to rebates.

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Alpenscapes

Alpenscapes is Big Sky’s go-to resource for creating appealing, alpine-appropriate, landscapes that are water-wise, fire-safe, and ecosystem friendly.

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Turf Conversion

Transform your landscape with turf conversion — the first step in creating a water-wise, fire-safe, and ecologically friendly yard designed to thrive in our region.

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Program Partners & Contributors

Water Conservation and Drought Planning

Through a locally-driven, stakeholder-lead process, the Task Force is working to build a drought resilient community, safeguard drinking water supply, and protect our greatest asset, the Gallatin River.

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Water Conservation Plan

Whether it’s supporting restoration efforts, maintaining your septic system, planting native, or picking up dog poop, there are several ways individuals and groups in our community can help:

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Drought Dashboard

Stay up to date on real-time drought conditions, learn how drought status is determined, and apply simple yet impactful water conservation measures to prepare your home and landscape for drought. 

The Voice of the Gallatin River

Water Conservation 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...

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...

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...

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...

Scoop the Poop to Protect our Water!

Throughout Big Sky, there is a shared and inherent love for the place we all call home. Primary to that is our love of all things outdoors—whether it’s fishing the Gallatin River, hiking up to Lava...