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SUMMARY:Hot Chili\, Sweet Rolls & Ross Fork Creek
DESCRIPTION:On Sat April 11 at 11:30am\, Central Montana Resource Council will host a free landowner and volunteer “Thank You Lunch” at the Hobson Town Hall\, 107 Central Avenue in Hobson. \nBefore lunch\, a hands-on activity will demonstrate “grab sample” water testing techniques. Attendees will then enjoy a tasty lunch of chili\, sweet rolls and coffee\, hear about 2025 findings from Ross Fork Creek Water Volunteer Project\, plans for 2026\, with time for questions. \nAnyone interested in this project is welcome.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/hot-chili-sweet-rolls-ross-fork-creek/
LOCATION:Hobson Town Hall\, 107 Central Ave\, Hobson\, MT\, 59452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Montana
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SUMMARY:Furgus Fresh- Regenerative Gardening with Patti Armbrister
DESCRIPTION:The Green Share Garden in partnership with Central Montana Resource Council will present the fifth annual Fergus Fresh educational event in Lewistown this April 11th. The event has been rescheduled to this date due to inclement weather. This year’s speaker will be Hinsdale-based soil health champion and regenerative agriculture educator\, Patti Armbrister. In the morning attendees will learn what weeds can tell us about soil health\, and how we can use this information to improve growing conditions and manage weeds\nnaturally. The afternoon session will focus on techniques to grow foods with the highest nutrient density possible. \nThis free Lewistown event will take place at the Council on Aging at 307 W. Watson on April 11th from 9:30 am to 3 pm. A simple lunch will be provided. The event is open to the public and no R.S.V.P is needed.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/furgus-fresh-regenerative-gardening-with-patti-armbrister/
LOCATION:Council on Aging\, 305 W Watson St\, Lewistown\, MT\, 59457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Montana
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SUMMARY:Tea and Tulips
DESCRIPTION:Please join Gardenwerks on Saturday\, April 11th\, 10 AM at their greenhouse for a class all about tulips. \nThe first part of class you’ll learn about the history of tulips\, their growing operation and how to make a spiraled hand tied bouquet with fresh tulips that you’ll get to take home and enjoy. \nYou will have herbal tea from the farm for you to sip on and you’ll be able to chat with friends or family about the upcoming gardening season while you select the tulips you get to take home with you. \nThis class will be hosted in Gardenwerks’ heated greenhouse\, but it can be chilly so please dress accordingly.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/tea-and-tulips/
LOCATION:Gardenwerks\, 3225 Cooney Dr\, Helena\, MT\, 59602
CATEGORIES:West Central Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260411T123000
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SUMMARY:Square Foot Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Learn to save time\, effort\, tools\, space and water with the square foot gardening method. It is estimated to cost 50% less\, uses 20% less space\, 10% of the water and only 2% of the work compared to single row gardening. There’s virtually no weeds\, no digging or rototilling\, and no heavy tools necessary.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/square-foot-gardening/
LOCATION:Flathead Valley Community College\, 777 Grandview Dr\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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SUMMARY:Mary Had a Little Lamb Day
DESCRIPTION:Please RSVP & Register by April 9 \nAgenda for Saturday \nApril 11: Arrive before 10 a.m. Dress accordingly for the weather and wear muck/chore boots! Please leave all dogs and pets in vehicles as there are guard dogs on the premise. \n10:00 a.m. – Presentations from MFU & the Peterson Family about Lambing\, Shearing & Wool in the heated shop. \n10:30-Noon – Lamb Barn and MFU Youth Day Camp Activities Time in the barn will be for watching and holding baby lambs. \n12:00 p.m. – Enjoy a complimentary farm to table lunch & door prizes in the heated shop.  \nThis is a FREE event with lunch provided. \nQuestions to Mary Jenni text: 406-380-0051 email: mjenni@montanafarmersunion.com 
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/mary-had-a-little-lamb-day/
LOCATION:Montana Lamb & Beef\, Lewistown\, MT\, 59457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Montana
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SUMMARY:Small Fruits Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Raspberries\, Strawberries\, Blueberries\, Currants\, Gooseberries\, and Rhubarb all grow well here and getting them off to a good start can mean good harvests every single season for many years. Learn how to establish these tasty treats!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/small-fruits-seminar/
LOCATION:Plant Land\, 1008 US Hwy 2 E\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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SUMMARY:Flathead Farmers Union Local
DESCRIPTION:“Farm to Institution Program\,” managed by Mission West Community Development Partners\, to help build resilient local food economies. \nJoin for: \n\n11:00 a.m. – Mission West Community Development Partners presenting “Farm to Institution Program\,” & “Montana Marinara\,” a Montana-made sauce produced with locally grown vegetables for school meal programs\, creating new markets for Montana farmers.\n\nLearn how MWCDP empowers agriculture\, individuals and community to build resilient local food systems. \n\n12:00 – Enjoy a locally sourced lunch & Farmers Union Local Meeting. Business and updates by President of the Farmers Union Flathead Local & Chair of Glacier Processing Cooperative – Mark Siderius\n12:30 –  Local Elections.  Terms for our local chapters are one year. Current positions to be elected are President\, Vice President\, Treasurer/ Secretary.\n\nLUNCH PROVIDED\, (featuring “Montana Marinara.”) \nFree and open to MFU members\, friends\, and the public. \nRSVP required at the QR code or event at\, montanafarmersunion.com Questions? Carissa McNamara\n406.333.1886 or cmcnamara@montanafarmersunion.com
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/flathead-farmers-union-local/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 2510 US HWY 2 E\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260411T140000
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SUMMARY:Soil Health & Regenerative Practices with Helen Atthowe
DESCRIPTION:Join Farm Connect at LaLonde Ranch on Saturday\, April 11 from 11am – 2pm for a permaculture workshop in partnership with Helen Atthowe\, author of The Ecological Farm. Helen will begin with a presentation on enhancing microbial soil health\, using cover crops to build fertility\, and selecting ground cover based on the ecology of existing weeds\, with attention to species present at LaLonde Ranch. \nThe event will conclude with a guided weed pull and discussion of cover crop options for the site\, giving participants the opportunity to apply ecological farming principles while helping steward the space. This is a great opportunity for beginning farmers and gardeners interested in regenerative growing practices!
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/soil-health-regenerative-practices-with-helen-atthowe/
LOCATION:LaLonde Ranch\, 5404 W Harrier Dr\, Missoula\, MT\, 59808\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260411T150000
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SUMMARY:Staple Food Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Learn about growing staple foods in the garden for a year-round food supply. Discover simple strategies for developing new gardens\, selecting crops\, growing\, harvesting\, proper storage and more.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/staple-food-gardens/
LOCATION:Flathead Valley Community College\, 777 Grandview Dr\, Kalispell\, MT\, 59901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260411T170000
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SUMMARY:Greycliff Mill Farm to Table Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The Greycliff Mill is hosting Farm to Table dinners throughout the year. This dinner is going to be held on Saturday\, April 11th and the theme is Steak with the seatings at 5pm at the Greycliff Mill. Please see the menu and call 406-930-0870 to make a reservation if you’d like to come. They will be taking reservations on a first call\, first serve basis.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/greycliff-mill-farm-to-table-dinner-6/
LOCATION:Greycliff Mill\, 11 Greycliff Creek Ln\, Greycliff\, MT\, 59033
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260411T200000
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SUMMARY:Brewfest Augusta
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for Brewfest Augusta on April 11 starting at 5 p.m. at the Outlaw Women and Buckhorn bars in Augusta. Activities will include 50/50 ticket drawings and silent auctions with proceeds to benefit Benchmark Wrestling. Participating breweries include the Mighty Mo Brewing Co.\, Lewis and Clark Brewing Co.\, Last Best Place Brewing Co. and Meadowlark Brewing. Sponsors include Kmon AM 560\, Outlaw Women Saloon and the Buckhorn Bar.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/brewfest-augusta/
LOCATION:Outlaw Women Saloon\, 956 US Highway 287\, Augusta\, MT\, 59410\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Central Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260412T150000
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SUMMARY:Boulevard Biodiversity Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Unleash the untapped potential in our urban environment! In this Workshop\, we’ll learn how to rewild neighborhood boulevards with native plants to promote habitat connectivity for pollinators and improve urban biodiversity. Discover how to foster better connection with wildlife\, minimize herbicide use\, and save water. A once unnoticed boulevard strip will soon be flourishing with life! \nThis workshop includes a plant kit\, 32 native plants\, and a year long membership to the MUD Tool Library! (A $185 value!)
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/boulevard-biodiversity-workshop/
LOCATION:MUD\, 1527 Wyoming St\, Missoula\, MT\, 59801
CATEGORIES:Western Montana
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
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SUMMARY:Book Launch- Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Foods
DESCRIPTION:The Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Foods book will launch on March 3rd\, 2026. Co-edited by author Liz Carlisle and Aubrey Streit Krug\, Director of The Land Institute’s Perennial Cultures Lab\, Living Roots makes the case for putting perennial foods at the center of our farms and our plates to add flavor and nutrients to our diets while reducing emissions and making our food system more resilient to climate change and economic uncertainty. \nThis book features contributions from several Land Institute scientists\, perennial grain research partners\, and members of the wider perennial agriculture network. It shares insights and perspectives from Indigenous scientists and community leaders working to restore buffalo prairies and the traditions of berry gathering; urban visionaries planting food forests; farmers planting fruit and nut trees between their crops and hedgerows at the edges of their fields; ranchers stewarding healthier grasslands by grazing livestock in patterns that mimic the behavior of native herbivores; and scientists and farmers who are developing perennial grains\, including sorghum and silphium. Living Roots is a vital introduction to this burgeoning movement and an invaluable resource for sustainable farming advocates and everyone who cares about the future of food.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/book-launch-living-roots-the-promise-of-perennial-foods-2/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T133000
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SUMMARY:Food Smart Cooking and Healthy Eating Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Arlee Community Development Corporation for “Food Smarts\,” a series of six fun classes on Tuesdays from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM from April 7th to May 19th. Students will learn quick\, simple ways to make healthy\, family-friendly and budget-friendly meals. Attend all six classes and take home a free multi-cooker. Space is limited\, so reserve your spot by calling 406-883-2865 or email havilah.burton@montana.edu.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/food-smart-cooking-and-healthy-eating-class/
LOCATION:Arlee Community Development Corporation\, 92555 US-93\, Arlee\, MT\, 59821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T160000
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SUMMARY:Annual Spring Landowner Vegetation Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Presentations include:\n2:00 PM:  Ylva Lekberg MPG Ranch Soil Ecologist\nThe Dirt on Weeds: How Invasive Plants Alter Soil Ecosystems\, Influcence Restoration & Impact Soil Health\nThis talk will focus on invasive plants\, soil health\, and commercial microbial inoculations. Ylva Lekberg grew up in Sweden and earned her Ph.D. at The Pennsylvania State University in Ecology in 2004. Ylka’s research focused on agroecology in subsistence farmers’ fields in Zimbabwe. After graduation\, she continued to explore the role of mycorrhizal fungi for plant thermal tolerance in Yellowstone National Parks and for coastal grasslands in Denmark. For the past 15 years\, she has focused on how intermountain invasive plants alter soil ecosystems and what the consequence of this may be for restoration. \n3:00 PM:  Bart Morris Oxbow Cattle Company Owner\nManaging Invasive Plants in Regenerative Ranching\nThis talk will focus on restoring ecosystem health to manage noxious weeds utilizing land use practices that allow recovery time for pastures\, increase biodiversity\, the use livestock to graze invasive species\, and the reduction of reliance on chemical or mechanical interventions. Bart Morris grew up in the Big Horn Basin of Wyoming\, where he spent much of his childhood working on ranches\, hunting\, and fishing. After a 16-year career working for Wyoming and Montana as a game warden and access coordinator\, Bart and his wife Wendy started Oxbow Cattle Company in 2014\, a ranch based on integrity\, regeneration\, and community. \nCOMPLIMENTARY DINNER at 4:00 PM (provided by Deer Lodge & North Powell CDs & Powell County Invasive Plants Office) \nAgricultural Plant Pest Control – 1 credit \nRegulatory Weed – 1 credit \nRight of Way Pest Control – 1 credit \nDealer – 1 credit \nPrivate Agricultural Pest Control – 1 credit
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/annual-spring-landowner-vegetation-meeting/
LOCATION:Helmville Community Hall\, Helmville\, MT\, 59843\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T193000
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SUMMARY:LADIES WHO AG – Rooted Intentions
DESCRIPTION: LADIES WHO AG: ROOTED INTENTIONS: CREATE YOUR OWN GARDEN VISION BOARD & BRING SEEDS TO SHARE\n\nDinner Provided\n\nMary Jenni\, MFU Ambassador & Teresa Young\, Fergus Extension Agent will guide everyone through creating a garden vision board while talking about preserving the harvest\, Farmers Market opportunities & the Cottage Food License. Bring Seeds to Share!\n\n\nREGISTER BY CLICKING HERE\nor LET MARY JENNI  KNOW YOU’RE COMING AT 406.380.0051
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/ladies-who-ag-rooted-intentions/
LOCATION:Brooks Market\, 104 2nd Ave S\, Lewistown\, MT\, 59457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Montana
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T200000
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SUMMARY:Sourdough for Starters Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to dive into the joy of baking Sourdough in our “Sourdough for Starters” Workshop! Baking your own bread is an empowering\, sustainable and down right fun skill! Join in on the fun as Instructor Melissa Milodragovich walks you through starting and maintaining a sourdough starter\, mixing\, kneading and shaping the dough\, and of course the proper baking methods. Participants are encouraged to bring a clean jar and lid to take home their own starter. You’ll leave this workshop with a half loaf of ‘shaggy dough’ that you’ve created yourself and all the skills to recreate it at home! \nThis workshop will be held in the beautiful Honeyberry Culinary Classroom at the Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension – 1075 South Avenue West. You won’t want to miss working in this state-of-the-art learning kitchen. Thank you to the MCDEE for sharing this beautiful space! \nScholarships are available! Email kathleen@mudproject.org to learn more.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/sourdough-for-starters-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:20260414T200000
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SUMMARY:Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Foods
DESCRIPTION:Join in for a celebration of perennial foods\, and their deep roots in Western Montana! Josh Slotnick will moderate a conversation with Liz Carlisle\, Aubrey Streit Krug\, and Mariah Gladstone about their new book Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Foods. Following the conversation\, copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing (courtesy of Fact & Fiction)\, and Mariah Gladstone will prepare a special tasting of perennial appetizers! \nAbout The Book:\nLiving Roots makes the case for putting perennial foods at the center of our farms and our plates\, to add flavor and nutrients to our diets while reducing emissions and making our food system more resilient to climate change and economic uncertainty. With contributions from James Beard Award-winning chefs\, Macarthur genius grant-winning scientists\, and a host of farmers who are leading the way on perennializing agriculture\, the book takes readers on a behind-the-scenes tour of the largest food forest in the United States\, the test plots developing the first commercial perennial grains\, and the vast grasslands where Indigenous communities are returning bison to their prairie homelands. In the process\, each contributor shares their unique story of learning with these long-lived plants about how to root deeper in the face of existential challenges\, speaking directly to readers charting their own path on a rapidly changing planet.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/living-roots-the-promise-of-perennial-foods/
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:20260414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260414T203000
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UID:24992-1776189600-1776198600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Master Gardener Spring Course
DESCRIPTION:The Master Gardener course is a volunteer training program\, not a general gardening class. It is designed for individuals who wish to become certified volunteers with Missoula County Extension and serve as an educational resource in our community. Master Gardeners act as an extension of Extension’s horticulture programs by sharing research-based gardening information with the public. \n2026 Master Gardener Training Details \nDates: April 7\, 14\, 21\, 28; May 5\, 12\, 19\, 26; and June 2\, 2026 \nDay & Time: Tuesday evenings\, 6:00–8:30 p.m. \nLocation:\nThe Exploration Center\n1075 South Ave W\nMissoula\, MT \nThe training runs 9 weeks\, with weekly classes lasting approximately 2.5 hours. Participants receive instruction from Extension staff and local experts on a wide range of gardening topics relevant to Montana. Cost is $250 includes book and lab supplies \nTopics \n\nIntroduction to the Master Gardener Program / Volunteer opportunities\nGardening in Western Montana Climates\nNatives & Pollinators\nPlant Sciences & Botany Basics\nSoil Health\, Fertility\, & Nutrients\nCompost\, Weeds & Wildlife\nVegetables\nAnnual & Perennial Flowers\nIntegrated Pest Management / Plant Clinic\nOrnamental Tree Care: Planting\, Maintenance & Pruning\nFruit and Berry Production
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/master-gardener-spring-course-3/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260416
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UID:24616-1776211200-1776297599@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Book Launch- Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Foods
DESCRIPTION:The Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Foods book will launch on March 3rd\, 2026. Co-edited by author Liz Carlisle and Aubrey Streit Krug\, Director of The Land Institute’s Perennial Cultures Lab\, Living Roots makes the case for putting perennial foods at the center of our farms and our plates to add flavor and nutrients to our diets while reducing emissions and making our food system more resilient to climate change and economic uncertainty. \nThis book features contributions from several Land Institute scientists\, perennial grain research partners\, and members of the wider perennial agriculture network. It shares insights and perspectives from Indigenous scientists and community leaders working to restore buffalo prairies and the traditions of berry gathering; urban visionaries planting food forests; farmers planting fruit and nut trees between their crops and hedgerows at the edges of their fields; ranchers stewarding healthier grasslands by grazing livestock in patterns that mimic the behavior of native herbivores; and scientists and farmers who are developing perennial grains\, including sorghum and silphium. Living Roots is a vital introduction to this burgeoning movement and an invaluable resource for sustainable farming advocates and everyone who cares about the future of food.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/book-launch-living-roots-the-promise-of-perennial-foods/
LOCATION:Country Bookshelf\, 28 W Main St\, Bozeman\, 59715\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
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UID:25003-1776211200-1776297599@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Gardening in Montana: Soil Health & Nutrients
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. \nSoil Health & Nutrients \nHealthy soil is the backbone of a successful garden. You’ll cover soil testing\, interpreting results\, managing pH\, building organic matter\, and fertilizer strategies for the rocky and clay soils common in Western Montana. \n$5 Registration
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/gardening-in-montana-soil-health-nutrients/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTSTAMP:20260404T075912
CREATED:20260330T180631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T180631Z
UID:25029-1776211200-1776383999@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Montana Nutrition Conference and Livestock Forum
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the 75th Annual Montana Nutrition Conference and Livestock Forum\, which takes place April 15-16\, at the Best Western Plus GranTree Inn\, in Bozeman. The planning committee is excited about the line-up for the diamond anniversary of bringing producers\, scientists\, and industry together for the benefit of Montana livestock production. (Fun fact: The hand-drawn steer on the conference materials was pulled from the first illustrated conference proceedings\, which occurred March 3-4\, 1955.)
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/montana-nutrition-conference-and-livestock-forum/
LOCATION:Bozeman Gran Tree Inn\, 1325 N 7th Ave\,\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59715\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T075912
CREATED:20260331T152120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T152120Z
UID:24924-1776333600-1776333600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Women in Ranching Community Check in Calls
DESCRIPTION:Join Amber Smith and Kristen Kipp to meet the newest member of Women in Ranching’s team. WY rancher\, mother\, community organizer\, and featured in the documentary “What Was Ours”.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/women-in-ranching-community-check-in-calls/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T075912
CREATED:20260331T034409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T034409Z
UID:24982-1776333600-1776340800@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer in The Gardens
DESCRIPTION: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. They also encourage children 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-2/
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:20260416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T075912
CREATED:20260330T173923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T173923Z
UID:25059-1776340800-1776348000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Legislative Advocacy Training Ronan
DESCRIPTION:Join to:\n\n\nHear updates from MFU\n\n\nShare what’s important to you for the 2027 Legislative session\n\n\nMeet legislators\, county commissioners\, & any candidates\n\n\nLearn how to use the Montana legislative website\n\n\nPractice calling your legislators & writing a letter to the editor (LTE)\n\n\nLearn more about MFU’s latest project – the Montana Safflower oil press\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n\n12:00 – Enjoy lunch and hear MFU legislative updates\n12:45 – Legislative website tutorial\n1:15 – Meet your legislators & share issues important to you/your community\n1:45 – Ways to get involved & make your voice heard\n\n\n*Food and drinks will be provided. Free and open to members\, friends\, and the public.\n\nRegistration required at the QR code on the front.\nQuestions?\nCarissa McNamara\n406-333-1886\ncmcnamara@montanafarmersunion.com
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/legislative-advocacy-training-ronan/
LOCATION:Lake County Fairgrounds\, 300 Third Ave NW\, Ronan\, MT\, 59864
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T190000
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CREATED:20260330T180256Z
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UID:25037-1776357000-1776366000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Empty Bowls Helena
DESCRIPTION:Join Helena Food Share for Empty Bowls Helena on Thursday\, April 16th\, in the Helena Civic Center Ballroom.\nYour support at this fundraiser helps ensure everyone in your community has access to healthy\, nutritious food.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/empty-bowls-helena/
LOCATION:Helena Civic Center\, 340 Neill Ave\, Helena\, MT\, 59601\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T075912
CREATED:20260330T182356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182356Z
UID:25005-1776362400-1776366000@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Cultivate & Cook - Spuds + Spice
DESCRIPTION:Dig into the delicious world of garden-to-table cooking in this two-part class focused on potatoes and cilantro. \nYou’ll start with an accessible overview of how to grow healthy\, productive potato plants. Sandy Perrin\, Plant Clinic Coordinator\, will cover soil preparation\, planting methods\, hilling\, harvesting\, and an introduction to different potato varieties. You’ll also learn how to successfully grow fresh\, flavorful cilantro\, including tips for succession planting and preventing early bolting. \nThen you’ll head to the kitchen with Kelly Moore\, MSU Extension Agent\, to transform these ingredients into Curried Potato Cakes served with a vibrant\, Spicy Cilantro Chutney. You’ll explore warming spices\, learn how to build texture and structure in potato cakes\, and create a bright herbal chutney that brings the dish to life. \nPerfect for gardeners\, food lovers\, and anyone interested in blending home-grown ingredients with bold global flavors.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/cultivate-cook-spuds-spice/
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:20260416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T075912
CREATED:20260330T173903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T173903Z
UID:25061-1776362400-1776369600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Legislative Advocacy Training Kalispell
DESCRIPTION:Join to: \n\nShare what’s important to you for the 2027 Legislative session\nMeet legislators\, county commissioners\, & any candidates\nLearn how to use the Montana legislative website\nPractice calling your legislators & writing a letter to the editor (LTE)\nLearn more about MFU’s latest project – the Montana Safflower oil press\n\nAgenda: \n\n6:00 – Grab dinner and hear MFU legislative updates\n6:45 – Legislative website tutorial\n7:15 – Meet your legislators & share issues important to you/your community\n7:45 – Ways to get involved & make your voice heard\n\n*Food and drinks will be provided. Free and open to members\, friends\, and the public. \nRegistration required\n\nQuestions?\nCarissa McNamara\n406-333-1886\ncmcnamara@montanafarmersunion.com
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/legislative-advocacy-training-kalispell/
LOCATION:Flathead County Fairgrounds\, 265 North Meridian Road\, Kalispell\, MT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260416T193000
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CREATED:20260331T152311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T152311Z
UID:24922-1776364200-1776367800@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:gather & GROW: Composting in the Gallatin Valley
DESCRIPTION:Join Ryan Green\, co-owner of Happy Trash Can Curbside Composting\, on April 16th from 6:30–7:30 PM in the Bozeman Co-op West Main Training Room to learn the importance of composting and its beneficial effects on the health of our community and local soils. This workshop will cover the basics of composting\, why it’s a key tool in diverting emissions and addressing climate change and background on HTC’s work over the last 10 years leading the charge on closing the loop in Gallatin Valley.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/gather-grow-composting-in-the-gallatin-valley/
LOCATION:Bozeman Community Food Co-op – West Main\, 908 W Main St\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59715\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Central Montana
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260417T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T075912
CREATED:20260330T171530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T171530Z
UID:25069-1776420000-1776432600@abundantmontana.com
SUMMARY:Free Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date and plan to head to the Farm on Friday\, April 17\, 2026 as a part of Helena’s Week of the Young Child!As an added bonus this year\, Rocking Tree Farm will have an optional activity of Spring Family Photos with a recommended donation of $10. Get your family in those perfect Spring clothes and select the baby animal to hold during your family photo.
URL:https://abundantmontana.com/event/free-farm-tour/
LOCATION:The Rocking Tree Farm\, 5848 Racehorse Loop\, Helena\, MT\, 59602\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Central Montana
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