Home + Design

A Sanctuary for Bees and Being

National Recognition for a Bozeman Masterpiece Article by Erin Young | Photography by Ryan Saul, Listivo National Recognition for a Bozeman Masterpiece In the rugged beauty of the Gallatin Valley, landscape design often focuses on the "grand"—sweeping vistas and towering stone features. However,  Blanchford Landscape Group  has recently captured the industry’s highest honors by focusing on the "micro." Their "Pollinator Labyrinth" project has secured a  National 2nd Place NALP Award  and a ...

Life + Culture

My Favorite Things

Rathvinden Farmer Paige’s Spring Favorites Article by Paige Southwood The Flower Freak Bouquet Subscription Twenty-two weeks of fresh, local blooms? Yes, please! With flowers ranging from spring lupines to summer dahlias, this subscription is sure to please everyone in the family with more than enough to share!  Pottery by Valley Clay Co. Kate’s vases are the perfect vessels to highlight your floral masterpieces. Made locally in Bozeman in Kate’s backyard kiln, these items are sure to...

Health + Wellness

Surgery, Reimagined

A Whole-Person Approach to Healing Article by Dr. Jennifer Stevane What is your background?  I am a board-certified general surgeon and have been practicing for over 12 years all of which have been in Montana. I am originally from the East Coast and did my surgical training in Seattle. While I am a surgeon, my undergraduate degree is in history, and I appreciate the larger socioeconomic perspective that that has given me. What led you to start the Center for Holistic Surgery?  During...

Life + Culture

Kickstart Your Home Garden

A simple step-by-step guide to starting seeds inside by Rathvinden Farm Article and Photography by Paige Southwood Here’s our simple step-by-step guide to starting your own garden seeds inside: 1. Gather all materials  Materials needed:  Seed flats or homemade pots. You can buy seed flats from your local garden center or make your own with plastic egg cartons, empty yogurt containers, etc. Make sure to poke drainage holes in any homemade pots.  Drip tray. These can be purchased from...

Home + Design

Greater Gallatin Landscape Contractors

Craftsmanship Rooted in Montana Article by Mark Haarer In the Gallatin Valley, the landscape must do more than impress on day one. It must endure, through long winters, shoulder seasons, and years of real use. A true sense of place isn’t created through ideas alone. It is earned through experience, craftsmanship, and a deep understanding of how the land lives and moves. Founded in April 2004, Greater Gallatin Landscape Contractors was built on a simple standard: create outdoor environments...

Life + Culture

A New Chapter for Mōka Boutique

Community, Creativity, and a Fresh Home on Main Street Article by Nancy Mahoney Mōka Boutique has long been a beloved part of downtown Bozeman’s retail landscape, known for its eclectic style, welcoming atmosphere, and commitment to community. In this Q&A, owner Nancy Mahoney shares her unexpected journey from anthropology professor to boutique owner, the values that guide Mōka’s carefully curated brands, and what excites her most about the shop’s new Main Street location, along with the...

Food + Beverage

Game Day Done Right

The Ultimate Super Bowl Charcuterie Board Article by Jaime Martinez | Photography by LC Photostyle When most people think about the Super Bowl, they think football, but it’s so much more than that. It’s a time to gather with friends and family and show off your entertaining skills. Whether you’re a potluck style entertainer, or a make the whole spread kind of person, it’s sure to be a great time! Simple is often best when it comes to Super Bowl entertaining, mainly because there are so many...

Sports + Recreation

More Than a Ski Club

As Bridger Ski Foundation nears 90 years, a new home promises to deepen its impact for generations of Montana youth Article by Rachel Jackson A SKI CLUB WITH HEART The roots of Bridger Ski Foundation (BSF) run deep in the Gallatin Valley. Founded in 1936 as Bozeman Ski Club, it was clear that skiing was about more than just a pair of sticks and snow; it was about creating community.  Remarkably, 90 years later, that unique grassroots winter culture has survived, and continues to be a...

Health + Wellness

Bump, Barre and Beyond

The Bozeman Studio Empowering Women Through Every Stage of Pregnancy Article by Amy Darr Pregnancy is a season of transformation—physically, mentally, and emotionally. For women in the Gallatin Valley, Pure Barre Bozeman has become a trusted anchor during this time, offering a safe, strengthening, and supportive workout that adapts to every stage of motherhood. Pure Barre’s method is built on low-impact, strength-based movement that uses small, isometric exercises to target muscles with...

Health + Wellness

Where Aliveness Begins

A journey shaped by mountains, motherhood, and inner work that brings you home to your favorite you Article by Hanna Finissi “Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is more people who have come alive.” —Howard Thurman I first heard this quote during morning meeting at 7:40 a.m. on a Tuesday in November 2014. I was a first-year teacher at a low-income middle school outside Denver, doing what I thought the world needed from me...