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Cochrane Dam will be open for public crossing on June 19 FWP and last updated 2021-06-09 10:20:52-04 GREAT FALLS — Bicyclists and hikers will have a unique chance to cross Cochrane Dam on the Missouri River on Saturday, June 19, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The dam is normally closed to public access, but NorthWestern Energy and Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks are teaming up to provide this opportunity so people can experience the trails along the Missouri River in Great Falls. FWP said in a news release that normally only available as an out and back hike/ride, opening the dam for public ...

Rare Opportunity For Hikers and Bicyclists to Cross a Montana Dam While it's not exactly in our western Montana back yard, you're always on the lookout for summer day trip adventures, right? Put on your best hiking shoes and load the bikes on the rack if you choose, as bicyclists and hikers will have a unique chance to walk across Cochrane Dam on the Missouri River. The special day is Saturday June 19 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. If we interpret the notice from Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks correctly, if you are biking the area trail to and from the dam, you still have to hop off and walk when...

Jun 4, 2021 Montana is a state of superlatives. It’s home to some of the biggest, wildest, and most likely-to-amaze natural landscapes in the country. And Montana’s state and national parks exemplify this with various environments to explore. From iceberg lakes to thriving ghost towns, these state and federal lands highlight why Montana is known as the "Last Best Place." Montana’s best-known national park, Glacier National Park, is one of those places everyone should visit in a lifetime. The northern tip of Yellowstone National Park is also in Montana, including the steamy Mammoth Hot...

NeighborWorks holding CommUNITY Cleanup weekend of May 7 View Comments NeighborWorks Great Falls will be holding its annual CommUNITY Cleanup on May 7 and 8. The organization is encouraging both businesses and community members to help clean winter debris in the city.  “The whole point is for both residences and businesses to sort of look out their front door and say ‘hey, what do I need to do to clean up my neighborhood, or make my business look better to the public,’” said NeighborWorks Director of Community Initiatives and Grants Management Carol Bronson.  On May 6, Montana Credi...