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SUMMARY:Amaltheia's 7th Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Amaltheia’s 7th Annual Plant Sale starts Saturday May 2nd from 10am-2pm on the Farm at 3380 Penwell Bridge rd! They will have 3 greenhouses filled to the brim with Organic Plants! \nIf you can’t make it the first weekend\, they will be having their plant sales every Saturday in May! May 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th \nAs well as plants\, they will have their organic produce\, compost\, goat milk lotions\, tulips\, and our award winning goat cheeses for sale! \nDON’T FORGET THE COMPOST!\nTheir Organic Farm Made Compost will be for sale – bag your own for $5/bag. \nFull list of plants\n-Basil\n-Bok Choy\n-Chamomile\n-Cilantro\n-Chard\n-Chives\n-Dill\n-Lavender\n-Lemon Balm\n-Marjoram\n-Mint\n-Parsley\n-Oregano\n-Rosemary\n-Sage\n-Thyme\n-Strawberries\n-Tomatoes\n-Peppers\n-Broccoli\n-Cabbage\n-Cauliflower\n-Kale\n-Eggplant\n-Zucchini\n-Lettuce\n-Spinach\n-Scallions\n-Tomatillo\n-Winter Squash\n-Viola\n-Strawberry Hanging Basket\n-Nasturium Hanging Basket\n-Raspberries
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/amaltheias-7th-annual-plant-sale-5/
LOCATION:Amaltheia Organic Farm\, 3380 Penwell Bridge Road\, Belgrade\, MT\, 59714\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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SUMMARY:ReWild Your Yard Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Kathy Settevendemie of Blackfoot Native Plants\, along with Department of Ecology & Extension staff Marirose Kuhlman and Sarah Holden\, for the Spring ReWild Your Yard program! \nDiscover how to incorporate native plants into your home landscape to create resilient\, functional\, and beautiful outdoor spaces. Your landscaping choices can make a real difference for conservation and biodiversity. \nYou’ll learn how to prepare your garden site for planting and attend a hands-on demonstration of how to plant native plant plugs. \nWhen you include regionally appropriate native plants in your landscaping\, you support pollinators\, birds\, and other wildlife while reducing water use and long-term maintenance. Even small changes make a meaningful difference! \nBring your native plant questions and get ready for a lively\, interactive discussion with Kathy and department staff! \nOption to register for the training and add a native plant pack. \nOne plant pack per registration.\n32 Native Plants per pack \n– Full Sun/Boulevard Strip – 9 different species\, including 3 grasses and 6 forbs \n– Shade Tolerant – 8 different species\, including 3 grasses and 5 forbs
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/rewild-your-yard-workshop/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension\, 1075 South Avenue West\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T130000
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SUMMARY:The Great Day of Gardening
DESCRIPTION:The Great Day of Gardening is a celebration of gardening and community which is what Garden City Harvest’s 12 community garden sites are all about! You will learn\, connect\, and dig in the dirt together! In addition to offering free resources to gardeners (seeds\, starts\, local growing experts)\, each community garden will have its own spring work project. They will need lots of volunteers that day\, so spread the word and sign up!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/the-great-day-of-gardening/
LOCATION:Garden City Harvest\, 1657 River Rd\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T110000
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SUMMARY:Gardenwerks Designing and Planting Annual Pots
DESCRIPTION:Add instant color and personality to your patio\, porch\, or entryway with beautifully designed annual containers. Dear friend of the nursery\, Cindy Hanson\, will teach you the fundamentals of designing eye-catching pots and planters that thrive all season long!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/gardenwerks-designing-and-planting-annual-pots/
LOCATION:Gardenwerks\, 3225 Cooney Dr\, Helena\, MT\, 59602
CATEGORIES:West Central Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T120000
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SUMMARY:People's Garden Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:Join volunteers at the People’s Garden at MetraPark on May 23rd and 30th to help plant\, prepare\, and care for the garden. \nMentors will be on hand to help – all skill levels welcome!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/peoples-garden-volunteer-days-2/
LOCATION:MetraPark\, 308 6th Ave N\, Billings\, MT\, 59101
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260530T110000
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SUMMARY:Seedling Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join the Billings Community Seed Library at St. Andrews Church and Community Gardens for a seedling swap! If you grew too many flower or veggie starts (or not enough)\, come share in the bounty of a community of gardeners. Please be sure to label your seedlings so everyone will know what you brought to share.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/seedling-swap/
LOCATION:St Andrew Community Garden\, 180 24th St W\, Billings\, MT\, 59102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260529T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260529T120000
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SUMMARY:Goat Camp - May
DESCRIPTION:All animals are unique – goats in particular are both exciting and challenging to work with. They are a prey animal\, herd oriented\, matriarchal\, have a very rigid and structured social order\, intelligent\, learn quickly and easily if they feel safe\, and can cause a great deal of damage to their handler if not handled correctly.  GOAT CAMP is a hands on\, learn by doing camp based in natural-rearing. Whether you – have goats\, are new to goats\, want to learn about another species\, or thinking about adding them to your farm\, this is a great opportunity. Daily goat chores\, the why’s and how’s of keeping goats\, handling\, and training. (CEU’s thru CCPDT are approved and available with a months notice) \nOur goats are Alpine/Nubian crosses – we breed them for dairy and packing on trails. All of our goats are handled daily. Each month offers a different focus with our goats besides daily maintenance. Whether this is getting ready for winter\, loading/trail skills\, breeding\, kidding\, milking\, training – we have a full program \n\nmarker/reward training\ncare\ncleaning\nfeeding\nhealth/maintenance\nnatural rearing protocols\nanimal husbandry\nlearning theory\nethology\ntiming\nspace/trust\nhandling skills\nuse of words/consistency\nfeeding\ngear\nkidding\nkid care\nDoe care\nWether care\n\nNOTE – TERMS & POLICY – once you pay you are agreeing to the date and time of your appointment/class. Once you have paid there are NO – refunds\, transfers\, rescheduling. Please make sure this is the correct service for you\, that the dates and times work for your schedule\, before you pay. Your payment is your agreement to these terms and policies. \nNOTE – once we receive reg/pay there are NO REFUNDS\, the class size will be small so we don’t overwhelm our herd\, and so each person can learn as much as possible. Please make sure you check dates/times before you reg/pay to make sure our GOAT CAMP works for your schedule. Again\, NO REFUNDS. \nNOTE – you will receive a detailed outline at the beginning of each month that will be specific to what we will be working on / doing. \nNOTE – upon reg/pay we will send you a liability form that needs to be filled out and completed \nNOTE – no children \nNOTE – you need to be prepared and able to work/dress for work on a farm/listen to directions and follow them. Working with farm animals that are valuable and add value to a farm takes a great deal of effort\, consideration\, and respect. \nWHERE – Border Farm \nWHEN – Every Friday or special event days listed below \nTIME – 9am-12pm \nCOST – $325 for the month (each Friday) \nINSTRUCTOR – Nancy
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/goat-camp-may-5/
LOCATION:Border Farm\, 28 Border Ln\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59718\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T120000
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UID:25340-1779962400-1779969600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Missoula County Department of Ecology & Extension volunteers experience a hands-on educational opportunity in this beautiful public space. Work alongside expert staff\, and familiarize yourself with the vast variety of plantings the gardens have to offer. \nVolunteering in the gardens is available to people of all experience levels and abilities. Children are encouraged to participate\, so long as a caretaker is available to guide them! \nIf you have specific needs or requests\, please do not hesitate to reach out! \nREGISTRATION ENCOURAGED
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/volunteer-in-the-gardens-8/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension and Rocky Mountain Garden\, 1075 South Ave W\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T111500
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SUMMARY:Billings Free Nutrition and Wellness Class
DESCRIPTION:Join MSU Extension for a free nine-week cooking\, nutrition and wellness series offered by The Expanded Food And Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). This is a federally funded grant program for limited income families that feed children or individuals who will have children in the future; and that receive or qualify for SNAP\, WIC\, Head Start\, TANF\, Healthy Montana Kids\, etc. \nClasses meet once a week for nine weeks. This series runs continuously so you may join any week. The Eating Smart Being Active curriculum is used. Topics include menu planning\, stretching your food dollars\, MyPlate\, food safety\, label reading\, feeding children\, mindful eating\, becoming more physically active\, knife and cooking skills\, etc. We will prepare a new recipe each week to sample. \nYou will receive a small kitchen gift each week. You will receive a new Instant Pot when you finish the series. \nDate: Thursdays\nTime: 10am -12pm\nLocation: Garfield School 3212 First Ave South -EFNEP Office\nContact: Lynn @ 406-869-3547 or lolson@montana.edu
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/billings-free-nutrition-and-wellness-class-4/
LOCATION:Garfield School\, 3212 First Ave South - EFNEP Office\, Billings\, MT\, 59101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260527T170000
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UID:25590-1779890400-1779901200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Land to Hand Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Land to Hand’s Wildcat Garden Club is excited to announce its fourth annual plant sale on Wednesday\, May 27th from 2:00 – 5:00pm at the Wildcat Garden. A variety of vegetable & flower starts from the Wildcat Garden Club will be available for purchase. We hope to see you all there to get your gardens growing! \nCash & cards accepted.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/25590/
LOCATION:Wildcat Garden\, 1805 Talbot Rd\, Columbia Falls\, MT\, 59912\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260527T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260531T153953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T153953Z
UID:25822-1779868800-1779901200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Montana Sheep School
DESCRIPTION:The Sheep School is geared toward active\, range sheep producers who did not have the opportunity to attend college-level sheep classes\, but could use a short course to take their operation to the next level. The course is limited to 25 participants. Registration fee is $150 to cover instructor costs\, materials and lunch on Friday.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/montana-sheep-school/
LOCATION:Red Bluff Research Ranch\, Bradley Creek Rd\, Norris\, MT\, 59745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T191500
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SUMMARY:Raven Ridge Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Raven Ridge Farm is a market garden in Kalispell focused on the health of the soil\, plants and people who eat and grow our food. 5/26 tour includes “Bed Prep” workshop. 7/14 tour includes “Pruning and Trellising Tomatoes/Cucumbers” workshop. 8/25 tour includes “Cover Cropping” workshop. FVCC shuttle transportation required. Arrive a few minutes early to board.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/raven-ridge-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Raven Ridge Farm\, 435 Anderson Ln\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T133000
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CREATED:20260531T163028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T163028Z
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SUMMARY:Montana Agritourism Association Presents: Chef Emily Hahn
DESCRIPTION:If you want to learn more about the elements of a farm-to-table dinner and what makes the experience unique\, this webinar is for you. \nMontana Agritourism Association presents Chef Em! \nChef Emily Hahn\, a former Top Chef contestant and Chopped competitor\, is the Chef and Owner of Mountain Provisions\, where she specializes in immersive outdoor culinary experiences. Showcasing Montana’s rich agricultural bounty-from vibrant\, farm-fresh vegetables and heritage grains to regeneratively raised beef and local bison- Chef Em crafts meats that highlight the dedication of local farmers and ranchers\, creating dishes deeply connected to the land and the people who sustain it. This summer she is hosting a Summer Farm Dinner Series on 4 different farms around the valley. She says “When you call something farm-to-table\, ranch-to-table\, or seed-to-table\, it’s more than a tagline-it’s a commitment.” \nJoin the webinar to learn more.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/montana-agritourism-association-presents-chef-emily-hahn/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T133000
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CREATED:20260514T174216Z
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SUMMARY:Montana Agritourism Association Presents Chef Em of Montana Provisions
DESCRIPTION:If you want to learn more about the elements of a farm-to-table dinner and what makes the experience unique\, this webinar is for you. \nMontana Agritourism Association presents Chef Em! \nChef Emily Hahn\, a former Top Chef contestant and Chopped competitor\, is the Chef and Owner of Mountain Provisions\, where she specializes in immersive outdoor culinary experiences. Showcasing Montana’s rich agricultural bounty-from vibrant\, farm-fresh vegetables and heritage grains to regeneratively raised beef and local bison- Chef Em crafts meats that highlight the dedication of local farmers and ranchers\, creating dishes deeply connected to the land and the people who sustain it. This summer she is hosting a Summer Farm Dinner Series on 4 different farms around the valley. She says “When you call something farm-to-table\, ranch-to-table\, or seed-to-table\, it’s more than a tagline-it’s a commitment.”
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/montana-agritourism-association-presents-chef-em-of-montana-provisions/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T150000
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SUMMARY:Organic Systems Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Hosted on a working organic farm in Montana’s Golden Triangle\, the day centers on a live demo of the Einböck Aerostar tine weeder across lentils\, chickpeas\, and wheat. Together\, you’ll look closely at what actually matters in the field: timing\, soil moisture retention\, disturbance\, weed pressure\, tine setup\, and how these systems perform under real dryland conditions. \nThe day will also include presentations and field walks with the Deakin family\, sharing their farm story and transition to organic agriculture\, a demonstration of their AgOpenGPS system\, perennial wheat test plots in collaboration with the Quinn Institute\, and compost extract and compost carryover effect trials currently underway on the farm. \nIn partnership with:\nTimeless Seeds: Building markets and long-term relationships for organic pulse growers across the Northern Plains.\nMontana Organic Association: Supporting organic farmers through education\, advocacy\, and community.\nMad Agriculture: Providing technical support for regenerative and organic practices. \nThis event is made possible through USDA TOPP: Transition to Organic Partnership Program.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/organic-systems-field-day/
LOCATION:Deakin Farms\, Ledger\, MT\, 59456\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260531T165730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T165730Z
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SUMMARY:Know Your Farmer Dinner 2026
DESCRIPTION:Know Your Farmer Dinner 2026\nDOUBLE K RANCH IN DARBY\nTHURSDAY JUNE 25TH\, 6-9PM \n$55/PLATE – LIMITED SEATS – \nYOUR $55 TICKET INCLUDES A LOCALLY SOURCED MEAL AND ONE FREE DRINK. \nTICKET SALES ARE A DONATION TO THE AG & LOCAL FOOD COMMITTEE & FARMER\nEDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND \nFOOD PREPARED BY DOUBLE K RANCH & TRAPPER CREEK JOB CORPS
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/know-your-farmer-dinner-2026/
LOCATION:Double K Ranch\, 3096 Kk Ranch Rd\, Darby\, MT\, 59829
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T140000
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SUMMARY:Amaltheia's 7th Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Amaltheia’s 7th Annual Plant Sale starts Saturday May 2nd from 10am-2pm on the Farm at 3380 Penwell Bridge rd! They will have 3 greenhouses filled to the brim with Organic Plants! \nIf you can’t make it the first weekend\, they will be having their plant sales every Saturday in May! May 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th \nAs well as plants\, they will have their organic produce\, compost\, goat milk lotions\, tulips\, and our award winning goat cheeses for sale! \nDON’T FORGET THE COMPOST!\nTheir Organic Farm Made Compost will be for sale – bag your own for $5/bag. \nFull list of plants\n-Basil\n-Bok Choy\n-Chamomile\n-Cilantro\n-Chard\n-Chives\n-Dill\n-Lavender\n-Lemon Balm\n-Marjoram\n-Mint\n-Parsley\n-Oregano\n-Rosemary\n-Sage\n-Thyme\n-Strawberries\n-Tomatoes\n-Peppers\n-Broccoli\n-Cabbage\n-Cauliflower\n-Kale\n-Eggplant\n-Zucchini\n-Lettuce\n-Spinach\n-Scallions\n-Tomatillo\n-Winter Squash\n-Viola\n-Strawberry Hanging Basket\n-Nasturium Hanging Basket\n-Raspberries
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/amaltheias-7th-annual-plant-sale-4/
LOCATION:Amaltheia Organic Farm\, 3380 Penwell Bridge Road\, Belgrade\, MT\, 59714\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T173426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T201932Z
UID:25441-1779526800-1779555600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Land Stewardship Field Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join local natural resource experts from MSU Extension\, Flathead Conservation District\, Flathead County and Montana DNRC to learn techniques for managing your land. Topics include soil and pasture health\, noxious weeds\, landowner fire preparedness\, forest health (insects\, disease and wildfire)\, living by water and living with wildlife. Meet at Loon Lake with a special lunch presentation on loons and an optional evening campfire reception. Fee includes lunch\, reception\, snacks and course materials.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/land-stewardship-field-retreat/
LOCATION:Loon Lake\, Loon Lake Rd\, BigforK\, MT\, 59911
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T173509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T173509Z
UID:25399-1779526800-1779537600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:People's Garden Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:Join volunteers at the People’s Garden at MetraPark on May 23rd and 30th to help plant\, prepare\, and care for the garden. \nMentors will be on hand to help – all skill levels welcome!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/peoples-garden-volunteer-days/
LOCATION:MetraPark\, 308 6th Ave N\, Billings\, MT\, 59101
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260506T202955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T202955Z
UID:25623-1779523200-1779728400@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Weekend at the Greycliff Mill
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of fun at the Greycliff Mill! \nSaturday\, May 23rd: 8am-5pm \nSunday\, May 24th: 12-5pm \nMonday\, May 25th: 8am-5pm
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/memorial-day-weekend-at-the-greycliff-mill/
LOCATION:Greycliff Mill\, 11 Greycliff Creek Ln\, Greycliff\, MT\, 59033
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T173037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T173037Z
UID:25382-1779440400-1779451200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Goat Camp - May
DESCRIPTION:All animals are unique – goats in particular are both exciting and challenging to work with. They are a prey animal\, herd oriented\, matriarchal\, have a very rigid and structured social order\, intelligent\, learn quickly and easily if they feel safe\, and can cause a great deal of damage to their handler if not handled correctly.  GOAT CAMP is a hands on\, learn by doing camp based in natural-rearing. Whether you – have goats\, are new to goats\, want to learn about another species\, or thinking about adding them to your farm\, this is a great opportunity. Daily goat chores\, the why’s and how’s of keeping goats\, handling\, and training. (CEU’s thru CCPDT are approved and available with a months notice) \nOur goats are Alpine/Nubian crosses – we breed them for dairy and packing on trails. All of our goats are handled daily. Each month offers a different focus with our goats besides daily maintenance. Whether this is getting ready for winter\, loading/trail skills\, breeding\, kidding\, milking\, training – we have a full program \n\nmarker/reward training\ncare\ncleaning\nfeeding\nhealth/maintenance\nnatural rearing protocols\nanimal husbandry\nlearning theory\nethology\ntiming\nspace/trust\nhandling skills\nuse of words/consistency\nfeeding\ngear\nkidding\nkid care\nDoe care\nWether care\n\nNOTE – TERMS & POLICY – once you pay you are agreeing to the date and time of your appointment/class. Once you have paid there are NO – refunds\, transfers\, rescheduling. Please make sure this is the correct service for you\, that the dates and times work for your schedule\, before you pay. Your payment is your agreement to these terms and policies. \nNOTE – once we receive reg/pay there are NO REFUNDS\, the class size will be small so we don’t overwhelm our herd\, and so each person can learn as much as possible. Please make sure you check dates/times before you reg/pay to make sure our GOAT CAMP works for your schedule. Again\, NO REFUNDS. \nNOTE – you will receive a detailed outline at the beginning of each month that will be specific to what we will be working on / doing. \nNOTE – upon reg/pay we will send you a liability form that needs to be filled out and completed \nNOTE – no children \nNOTE – you need to be prepared and able to work/dress for work on a farm/listen to directions and follow them. Working with farm animals that are valuable and add value to a farm takes a great deal of effort\, consideration\, and respect. \nWHERE – Border Farm \nWHEN – Every Friday or special event days listed below \nTIME – 9am-12pm \nCOST – $325 for the month (each Friday) \nINSTRUCTOR – Nancy
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/goat-camp-may-4/
LOCATION:Border Farm\, 28 Border Ln\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59718\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T173041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T173041Z
UID:25351-1779386400-1779390000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Cultivate & Cook - From Garden Greens to Indian Cuisine
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to plant\, nurture\, and harvest vibrant spinach right from your backyard or balcony. You’ll learn soil secrets\, sunlight strategies\, and the magic of continuous harvesting—so your spinach keeps coming back\, just like your cravings. \nThen step into the kitchen! Transform your fresh-picked greens into the iconic Palek Paneer\, an Indian spinach curry that’s rich\, velvety\, and irresistibly flavorful. You’ll learn spice balancing\, creamy texture tricks\, and how to make paneer the star of your dish!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/cultivate-cook-from-garden-greens-to-indian-cuisine/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension\, 1075 South Avenue West\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T172840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172840Z
UID:25418-1779379200-1779382800@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Cooking the Books: Basics for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Join Butte Public Library every Thursday for cooking classes. These classes are family friendly and free to the public.Basics for Teens focuses on young people who want to start cooking.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/cooking-the-books-basics-for-teens/
LOCATION:Butte-Silver Bow Public Library\, 226 W Broadway St\, Butte\, MT\, 59701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T172846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172846Z
UID:25339-1779357600-1779364800@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Missoula County Department of Ecology & Extension volunteers experience a hands-on educational opportunity in this beautiful public space. Work alongside expert staff\, and familiarize yourself with the vast variety of plantings the gardens have to offer. \nVolunteering in the gardens is available to people of all experience levels and abilities. Children are encouraged to participate\, so long as a caretaker is available to guide them! \nIf you have specific needs or requests\, please do not hesitate to reach out! \nREGISTRATION ENCOURAGED
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/volunteer-in-the-gardens-7/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension and Rocky Mountain Garden\, 1075 South Ave W\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T111500
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T172738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172738Z
UID:25468-1779357600-1779362100@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Billings Free Nutrition and Wellness Class
DESCRIPTION:Join MSU Extension for a free nine-week cooking\, nutrition and wellness series offered by The Expanded Food And Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). This is a federally funded grant program for limited income families that feed children or individuals who will have children in the future; and that receive or qualify for SNAP\, WIC\, Head Start\, TANF\, Healthy Montana Kids\, etc. \nClasses meet once a week for nine weeks. This series runs continuously so you may join any week. The Eating Smart Being Active curriculum is used. Topics include menu planning\, stretching your food dollars\, MyPlate\, food safety\, label reading\, feeding children\, mindful eating\, becoming more physically active\, knife and cooking skills\, etc. We will prepare a new recipe each week to sample. \nYou will receive a small kitchen gift each week. You will receive a new Instant Pot when you finish the series. \nDate: Thursdays\nTime: 10am -12pm\nLocation: Garfield School 3212 First Ave South -EFNEP Office\nContact: Lynn @ 406-869-3547 or lolson@montana.edu
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/billings-free-nutrition-and-wellness-class-3/
LOCATION:Garfield School\, 3212 First Ave South - EFNEP Office\, Billings\, MT\, 59101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T195645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T195645Z
UID:25619-1779354000-1779382800@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Turning Worms\, Weeds\, and Waste into a Biological Bounty
DESCRIPTION:Join Eastern Montana Regenerative Agriculture on May 21\, 2026\, for a hands-on workshop that includes everything from worms to extraction\, application\, production\, and soil test results and recommendations. The event will take place in Wibaux\, MT from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm\, followed by dinner.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/turning-worms-weeds-and-waste-into-a-biological-bounty/
LOCATION:Springhill Ranch\, Wibaux\, MT
CATEGORIES:Southeast Montana
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T172719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172719Z
UID:25360-1779321600-1779580799@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Mayday! Gardens 2026
DESCRIPTION:Mayday! Mayday! Hear the call and be in action. It is time for all to GROW FOOD!   \n‘Change Your Food\, Change the World!’   \nFREE or by YOUR GENEROUS DONATION- Receive 35+ organic vegetable plant starts from these locally adapted favorites: \nBroccoli\, Cabbage\, Kales\, Swiss Chard\, Onions\, Tomatoes\, Winter Squash\, Zucchini\, Cucumbers\, Peppers\, and Lettuce. \nA limited quantity of Seed Potatoes generously donated by Mountain Springs Farm\, are also available. \nSeeds donated by Triple Divide Seed Cooperative\, Homestead Organics Farm\, High Mowing Seeds\, and Peaceful Valley Seeds! \n“Mayday! Gardens” is a call to share\, an answer to Nature’s need for our attention\, care\, and cooperation. It’s community\, it’s food\, it’s a seed for our futures.  Garden plants are grown and cared for with the generous help of volunteers\, visiting school classes and groups\, and Cultivating Connections’ youth interns.  Food plants are a gift from their heart to yours- because we believe in Us\, Together!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/mayday-gardens-2026/
LOCATION:Homestead Organics Farm\, 175 Skalkaho Hwy\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T172511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172511Z
UID:25348-1779300000-1779305400@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Hay Farm Tour for Horse & Livestock Owners
DESCRIPTION:MSU Extension and Grass Valley Farm are excited to welcome you to the first annual Hay Farm Tour in Western Montana. Whether you’re new to animal husbandry or have owned animals for a lifetime\, you may never have had the opportunity to see a hay field from the eyes of the grower! During the evening’s horse drawn wagon tour\, you will learn through story about the timothy grass\, bluegrass\, and orchardgrass/alfalfa fields and learn about the environmental and mechanical inputs throughout growing and harvesting. You’ll learn that growing hay is more like an artistic endeavor than a mechanical process. This is your chance to smell\, touch\, taste and see the product before it reaches your farm. Meanwhile\, you MSU Extension agent\, will guide you through forage analysis tests on each field to understand how those growing and harvesting factors affect your animals. It’s going to be a really interesting event\, so don’t miss out!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/hay-farm-tour-for-horse-livestock-owners/
LOCATION:Grass Valley Farms\, Missoula\, MT\, 59808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T172302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172302Z
UID:25343-1779278400-1779282000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Gardening in Montana: Fruit Trees & Small fruit
DESCRIPTION:Gardening in Montana \nA Research-Based Monthly Learning Series for Western Montana Gardeners\n$5 per class | Third Wednesday of each month\n12:00–1:00 PM or 6:00–7:00 PM \nJoin Missoula County Extension horticulture experts for practical\, science-based gardening education tailored specifically to Montana’s unique climate. Each session focuses on timely\, seasonal topics to help you grow with confidence. \nMay – Fruit Trees\, Small Fruits & Berries \nThinking about apples\, cherries\, raspberries\, or currants? Learn which varieties perform best in Montana\, along with pollination basics\, pruning fundamentals\, and common pest considerations. \n$5 Registration
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/gardening-in-montana-fruit-trees-small-fruit/
LOCATION:Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension\, 1075 South Avenue West\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T150000
DTSTAMP:20260625T153729
CREATED:20260430T172111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T172111Z
UID:25317-1779271200-1779289200@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Pasta Case Sale
DESCRIPTION:Pasta Montana’s next Community Pasta Case sale will be on May 20th from 10am – 3pm in the Pasta Montana parking lot. Watch their page for updates on what shapes will be available
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/pasta-case-sale/
LOCATION:Pasta Montana\, 1 Pasta Pl\, Great Falls\, MT\, 59401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Montana
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