May 3 - National Montana Day

Happy National Montana Day! Today we observe the 41st state to join the union back on November 8, 1889. 

  

This western state is defined by its diverse terrain ranging from the Rocky Mountains to the Great Plains. Its wide-open spaces include Glacier National Park, a vast wilderness preserve that passes into Canada.  

  

The park’s many snow-capped peaks, lakes and alpine hiking trails are showcased along its famed Going-to-the-Sun Road, stretching fifty miles. 

  

Also known as Big Sky Country, it’s difficult to know where to begin when it comes to this vast state. 

  

If we look up, big sky country is there day or night. The northern lights dazzle and dance at night and during the day, an azure blue paints the dome above us.  

However, it’s also the Yellowstone region of the states known for the big sky, its geysers, hot springs, mountain views and the most entrances into the park. 

Travel east and back in time to the June of 1876 and the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Visit Custer National Cemetery; learn about the people who joined in the battle that day. 

It’s easy to become distracted in Montana. The breathtaking mountain views alone can make one forget why they left the room. Glacier National Park, for example, is a treasure worth seeing.  

Called the Crown of the Continent, one of its greatest natural resources is a dark night sky.  

To learn more, visit the website below:

https://www.nps.gov/glac/index.htm 

One thing is for sure when it comes to Montana is its people. Whether you’re seeking dinosaurs, the history of Blackfeet or Nez Perce, a real working ranch, the people of Montana are as genuine as the land they live on. 

  

HOW TO OBSERVE 

  

Join National Day Calendar® astray celebrate the Montana. Explore the history and people of the state Follow the trails of the pioneers and visit all the treasures this great has to offer. Use #NationalMontanaDay to share on social media. 

  

Hidden Treasures 

  

Ringing Rocks of Montana – Whitehall 

Bleu Horses – Three Forks 

Our Lady of the Rockies – Butte 

Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center – West Yellowstone 

Anaconda Smelter Stack – Anaconda 

Blackfoot Pathways – Lincoln 

  

We also observe these famous figures of whom were born in Montana of whom are still recognized today for their past accomplishments, heroics, talents, ingenuity and innovations: Jeannette Pankin, John Louis Clarke, Elizabeth Davey Lochrie, Gary Cooper, Myrna Loy, Dorothy Barker, Chet Huntley, Martha Rays, Minnie Spotted Wolf, Evel Knievel, David Lynch and Jack Horner. 

  

Visit the link below to see those of notable birth who were not mentioned on the list above: 

  

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_people_from_Montana 

  

Here's to The Treasure State! 

  

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