During the summer of 2015, weather in the Northwest U.S. has been dominated by fire season. While the eastern half of the country experienced a wet and cold winter this year, we were well above average on temperatures and dry during a season when most of our annual moisture arrives in the form of snow … Continue reading Wildfires Devastating Western States Ranchers
Big Sky Montana Ski Resort Visit
There are certainly worse ways to spend a week on the road. After all, I love new travel adventures Last week, I packed the bags for 6 days of travel, meetings and wrapped up with hosting a golf tournament at Big Sky Resort. The event was a fundraiser for the Stockgrowers Foundation and included a … Continue reading Big Sky Montana Ski Resort Visit
Running – First Mt Ascension Climb
After living here for nearly two years, I have constantly admired the mountains surrounding our town. We are incredibly lucky in Helena to have access to more than 70 miles of single track, mountain trails for running adventures. Earlier this month, I moved from the North Valley to the South edge of town. Now the trails begin … Continue reading Running – First Mt Ascension Climb
Montana Running Ranchers Highlights In News
It's been a busy week getting the word out about our Montana Running Ranchers relay team and the Team Beef program. This has included sharing the word in a few different television programs across the state. Read more about this year's Ragnar Relay in a previous post. On Tuesday, our friends at the Northern Ag Network … Continue reading Montana Running Ranchers Highlights In News
Keep on Running – Yellowstone Half Marathon
Keep your eye on the prize. Make a goal, then set out to accomplish it! Last summer was rough after getting t-boned and totaling my pickup. I was on pace to do some serious exploring and run several races across Montana, but a back injury and physical therapy kinda placed those goals on hold. My … Continue reading Keep on Running – Yellowstone Half Marathon
Running – Of sagebrush and cactus
For the third time this Spring, I covered 13.1 miles running in preparation for my first official half marathon on June 13 in West Yellowstone. Sure, you’re supposed to build up to the race day distance, but I find it much more satisfying to be prepared for what lies ahead. Besides, training led me to … Continue reading Running – Of sagebrush and cactus
Running Mount Helena — 19 days until Yellowstone
Reaching for the clouds! One of these days I’ll actually be running in the clouds. I think it’s possible with some of the higher peaks along the continental divide. I’m 19 days until my first official half marathon — Yellowstone Half in West Yellowstone, Montana — and I’m feeling good about the distance. I’ve run … Continue reading Running Mount Helena — 19 days until Yellowstone
First race of the season – Early Bird 5 Mile Run
My first race of the season is in the books! Fortunately, I’m off on the right foot and am already looking forward to more. After accomplishing my first 100-mile month in March (106), I'm feeling good about 2015. On Saturday, I ran the Early Bird 5-mile run here in town. It wasn’t too large - … Continue reading First race of the season – Early Bird 5 Mile Run
Winter Running, Audio Books, Better Eating
We've been really lucky in Montana as far as winter weather goes. Or unlucky, depending on your perspective. February has been on track to be the warmest ever for Helena, 13 degrees above average. This'll be only the 3rd day this month we've remained below freezing and we've had several days near or above 60. … Continue reading Winter Running, Audio Books, Better Eating
Setting my running goals for 2015
Last year I became a bit more dedicated to my running interests. Living in Helena provides plenty of opportunity for my feet to hit the pavement (and dirt). Even though Helena is the capitol city for Montana, traffic is relatively light and I've laced up the shoes after work and have run from one end of … Continue reading Setting my running goals for 2015