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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:31:26 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:31:46 PM EDT
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Nice pics! Lots of threads about MT, ID, WY etc. lately. Most of the people I've run into made their money or most of it in some city in another state. They retire a few years early and move permanently to either what was their summer cabin/house or find a new place. When they get too old and need to be closer to medical care etc. they move back into or near a larger population center. ymmv The saying is " you are paid in scenery." I know one guy who had to take a job out of state while his wife stays here and works because he lost his job. He is gone probably 8 months of the year. One of the main employers in this state is the government at the various levels. |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:32:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: He can live in Havre. they have nice mild winters.  Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Railroad is hiring. Try UP and see what they got up that way. Wish I could move to a place like that. UP isnt in montana, BNSF owns montana. Edit: bnsf is hiring also He can live in Havre. they have nice mild winters.  |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:34:58 PM EDT
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People complaining about winters are pussies.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:35:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: first pic is St. Mary lake in Glacier I believe ? I stood there in awe No but I saw that too, very similar.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:35:12 PM EDT
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Plan to be in the Missoula area. Outside of town but not too far. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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write us when you find work. where will you be located, roughly? Plan to be in the Missoula area. Outside of town but not too far. I'm in Missoula, if you are in the area (again) get a hold of me and we will grab a beer or 3. |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:36:18 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Last pic, were you in the Swan range? Quote HistoryQuoted: Last pic, were you in the Swan range? Nope that's in east Glacier. Six mile hike to iceberg lake, that's the lake just below it.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:41:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm in Missoula, if you are in the area (again) get a hold of me and we will grab a beer or 3. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: write us when you find work. where will you be located, roughly? Plan to be in the Missoula area. Outside of town but not too far. I'm in Missoula, if you are in the area (again) get a hold of me and we will grab a beer or 3. Going out there in the Spring, likely staying in Missoula again. Will drop you a line when we leave.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:42:26 PM EDT
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Kalispell, Whitefish and up to Eureka are worth a look. Libby to the west is at the bottom of a lake that goes all the way to Canada.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:46:37 PM EDT
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I moved to NW Montana around six years ago, moved back to WA two years ago. It was beautiful and I had a lot of fun, but the opportunity to make money just wasn't there. As others have said, most of those with money brought it with them from elsewhere. The cost of land is astronomical in some areas and just outrageous in the rest. If I could have made more money, I would still be there. And don't forget the state motto: "Welcome to Montana, now get the fuck out". I don't mean to discourage you, but make sure to look at all sides before making the move. MT is a beautiful place with a lot of great people. But, the scenery isn't everything.
Also, I'm pretty sure you and I have stood in the same spots taking pictures. 
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:49:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Kalispell, Whitefish and up to Eureka are worth a look. Libby to the west is at the bottom of a lake that goes all the way to Canada. I went through Libby, and Troy while fishing the Kootenai. Neat little towns but holy shit I'm bringing a boat next time. What California calls a river, Montana calls a creek. The Sacramento is the only river in CA comparable to multiple rivers in MT.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:50:43 PM EDT
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I really,REALLY miss Montana..........
We lived in Rosebud County for 12 years. |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:52:04 PM EDT
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He can live in Havre. they have nice mild winters. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Railroad is hiring. Try UP and see what they got up that way. Wish I could move to a place like that. UP isnt in montana, BNSF owns montana. Edit: bnsf is hiring also He can live in Havre. they have nice mild winters. If I were ever to move to Northern Montana, I would definitely choose Havre. What I like most is how theres no wind and its always just so calm. No matter what month, zero wind. I just don't understand how they can never have wind, but theres literally NO WIND. Late last Fall I passed through and my wife just couldn't believe how there were still leaves in the trees. I had to explain to her, without wind, the leaves just don't fall off until it starts snowing (when it does snow, since Havre only gets a few inches a year). Truly an amazing place. |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:55:07 PM EDT
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If I were ever to move to Northern Montana, I would definitely choose Havre. What I like most is how theres no wind and its always just so calm. No matter what month, zero wind. I just don't understand how they can never have wind, but theres literally NO WIND. Late last Fall I passed through and my wife just couldn't believe how there were still leaves in the trees. I had to explain to her, without wind, the leaves just don't fall off until it starts snowing (when it does snow, since Havre only gets a few inches a year). Truly an amazing place. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Railroad is hiring. Try UP and see what they got up that way. Wish I could move to a place like that. UP isnt in montana, BNSF owns montana. Edit: bnsf is hiring also He can live in Havre. they have nice mild winters. If I were ever to move to Northern Montana, I would definitely choose Havre. What I like most is how theres no wind and its always just so calm. No matter what month, zero wind. I just don't understand how they can never have wind, but theres literally NO WIND. Late last Fall I passed through and my wife just couldn't believe how there were still leaves in the trees. I had to explain to her, without wind, the leaves just don't fall off until it starts snowing (when it does snow, since Havre only gets a few inches a year). Truly an amazing place. The Hi Line is too damn cold for me. |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:55:21 PM EDT
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Kalispell, Whitefish and up to Eureka are worth a look. Libby to the west is at the bottom of a lake that goes all the way to Canada. Ahh yes, Libby. The deadliest superfund site in America. A truly perfect place to call home!! 
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/05/04/libby-montana-asbestos-superfund_n_857713.html |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:57:05 PM EDT
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The Hi Line is too damn cold for me. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Railroad is hiring. Try UP and see what they got up that way. Wish I could move to a place like that. UP isnt in montana, BNSF owns montana. Edit: bnsf is hiring also He can live in Havre. they have nice mild winters. If I were ever to move to Northern Montana, I would definitely choose Havre. What I like most is how theres no wind and its always just so calm. No matter what month, zero wind. I just don't understand how they can never have wind, but theres literally NO WIND. Late last Fall I passed through and my wife just couldn't believe how there were still leaves in the trees. I had to explain to her, without wind, the leaves just don't fall off until it starts snowing (when it does snow, since Havre only gets a few inches a year). Truly an amazing place. The Hi Line is too damn cold for me. People I know tell me you get used to the wind. I for one just cant figure out how. All I know is when the wind clocks 75mph in the Midwest, they call it a tornado. Whereas when the wind hits 75mph in Havre, they just call it Tuesday. 
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:59:50 PM EDT
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I'm living in NW MT right now. Moved from MI, best move I ever made. Leave the CA mentality at home and you can come sit on my porch and holler at the Elk.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 10:59:53 PM EDT
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Will you raise rabbits?
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:00:09 PM EDT
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If I were ever to move to Northern Montana, I would definitely choose Havre. What I like most is how theres no wind and its always just so calm. No matter what month, zero wind. I just don't understand how they can never have wind, but theres literally NO WIND. Late last Fall I passed through and my wife just couldn't believe how there were still leaves in the trees. I had to explain to her, without wind, the leaves just don't fall off until it starts snowing (when it does snow, since Havre only gets a few inches a year). Truly an amazing place. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Railroad is hiring. Try UP and see what they got up that way. Wish I could move to a place like that. UP isnt in montana, BNSF owns montana. Edit: bnsf is hiring also He can live in Havre. they have nice mild winters. If I were ever to move to Northern Montana, I would definitely choose Havre. What I like most is how theres no wind and its always just so calm. No matter what month, zero wind. I just don't understand how they can never have wind, but theres literally NO WIND. Late last Fall I passed through and my wife just couldn't believe how there were still leaves in the trees. I had to explain to her, without wind, the leaves just don't fall off until it starts snowing (when it does snow, since Havre only gets a few inches a year). Truly an amazing place. 
 
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:11:31 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:34:08 PM EDT
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http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/20140916_150731_zps89f10d67.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG1039_zps73c23ad2.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0996_zps7d678cff.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0955_zps149c888b.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0893_zps8c45ca88.jpg I did that drive in a mustang...good times. |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:39:10 PM EDT
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First week in May is Maggotfest in Missoula. I go every year but i get to return to somewhere better.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:44:12 PM EDT
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Yep. I grew up there. Locals wouldn't have a problem with people moving there if they didn't buy up property that cuts off their access to fishing, hunting, and camping sites. They also wouldn't mind if people didn't bring their attitude. Montana and living there is a state of mind. Most people bring a culture of how to best the guy next them. Montana doesn't work that way. If that is your game, you will find it in some of the larger cities, but keep it there. Best way to be accepted out of the urban areas (few and far between) is to be genuine, respectful, talk with your neighbors and for f-sakes, if you say you are going to do something, do it. Play politics for an agenda (go back on your word) and you are finished. There is no room there for talk. People love it there, live to be there, and protect it from those whose agenda puts that way of life in jeopardy. Good people, man. The best you will meet. Including Wyoming. Stay clear of Native American burial sites in the boonies. Fiercely protected. Again, Montana life is simple. Respect. I can smell the soil in your pics. Thanks for posting them!! I love Nevada, but Montana will always hold me tight.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:46:39 PM EDT
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Unbefuckinglieveable. Most beautiful place on Earth. http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG1014_zps2f751755.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0931_zpsf7a9e492.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0918_zpsa58753f3.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0909_zpsa1a75e2d.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0991_zps6716509a.jpg Trip of a lifetime. Fishing was a blast! Anybody hiring? Stay away from this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berkeley_Pit |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:48:25 PM EDT
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First week in May is Maggotfest in Missoula. I go every year but i get to return to somewhere better. You a player? |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:50:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Yep. I grew up there. Locals wouldn't have a problem with people moving there if they didn't buy up property that cuts off their access to fishing, hunting, and camping sites. They also wouldn't mind if people didn't bring their attitude. Montana and living there is a state of mind. Most people bring a culture of how to best the guy next them. Montana doesn't work that way. If that is your game, you will find it in some of the larger cities, but keep it there. Best way to be accepted out of the urban areas (few and far between) is to be genuine, respectful, talk with your neighbors and for f-sakes, if you say you are going to do something, do it. Play politics for an agenda (go back on your word) and you are finished. There is no room there for talk. People love it there, live to be there, and protect it from those whose agenda puts that way of life in jeopardy. Good people, man. The best you will meet. Including Wyoming. Stay clear of Native American burial sites in the boonies. Fiercely protected. Again, Montana life is simple. Respect. I can smell the soil in your pics. Thanks for posting them!! I love Nevada, but Montana will always hold me tight. Sounds right up my alley! Much more my kinda place than California has become.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:50:25 PM EDT
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Looks nice.
You can always come visit Texas during the Winters.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:50:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Stay away from this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berkeley_Pit Damn... as if The Clark Fork didn't have enough problems already.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:52:53 PM EDT
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Good Lord, where is that last pic?
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:54:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Post your experience in Dec, Jan, Feb, and Mar. All kidding aside, don't move here. We don't want or need you. Sorry to be blunt. We have enough outsiders here. Especially from Cali.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:55:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Looks nice. You can always come visit Texas during the Winters. Meh.. I went to San Antonio in August, didn't even die. If I can handle a Texas summer I sure as hell can deal with a Montana winter.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:56:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Good Lord, where is that last pic? Iceberg lake, Glacier National Park.
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:56:43 PM EDT
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I just don't know where this comes from. I personally think the winters in Montana are pretty mild. If you want a cold winter, go to Fairbanks or Northern Alaska. Its a little chilly up there. As for Montana though, mild winters in my opinion. Of course you live in AZ, so you might be a little biased.
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Yeah, there is some wonderful landscape up there.But the fuckin' winters up there are brutal! I'll stick with my AZ northern mountains and mild winters....
I just don't know where this comes from. I personally think the winters in Montana are pretty mild. If you want a cold winter, go to Fairbanks or Northern Alaska. Its a little chilly up there. As for Montana though, mild winters in my opinion. Of course you live in AZ, so you might be a little biased.
OP: Whatever you do, do not come to Montana without a job. Unemployment is a reality in western Montana, so please have employment lined up, that is unless you're independently wealthy. Agreed,compare Montana winters to North Dakota and the Great Lake states. Montana can be a tropical paradise in comparison at times. |
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Posted: 10/3/2014 11:56:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: From Big Sky Montana...gladly. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Post your experience in Dec, Jan, Feb, and Mar. All kidding aside, don't move here. We don't want or need you. Sorry to be blunt. We have enough outsiders here. Especially from Cali. You're not the boss of me. |
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Posted: 10/4/2014 12:01:38 AM EDT
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i used to live in hamilton. as an unskilled worker I couldn't find crap for full time work. I trust you'd have better luck at it. I hope some day I could move back. hopefully before all the missoula hippies vote in enough leftists to completely ruin the state.
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Posted: 10/4/2014 12:03:21 AM EDT
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Montana, Wyoming, and western south Dakota are beautiful. I really liked Idaho scenery too but the area I was in was full of snobs. Probably from out of state. Jobs in montana and Wyoming are hard to come by. At least good paying ones. Otherwise I would be living in either Wyoming or
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Posted: 10/4/2014 12:05:57 AM EDT
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Beautiful Country. I like to visit but too cold for the family to stay the winter.
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Posted: 10/4/2014 12:09:59 AM EDT
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I've been to Montana several times and I've never seen an alligator there! Second photo from the top, that sure looks like an alligator sunning himself in the center of the photo!
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Posted: 10/4/2014 12:10:56 AM EDT
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All kidding aside, don't move here. We don't want or need you. Sorry to be blunt. We have enough outsiders here. Especially from Cali. You're not the boss of me. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Post your experience in Dec, Jan, Feb, and Mar. You're not the boss of me. Not the first time I have seen him post similar comments. Just leave all your California Ideas behind and you will be fine,don't try to change things here,adapt to the way things are.
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Posted: 10/4/2014 12:11:34 AM EDT
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It sure is beautiful country. Lived there 14 years in various places. Born in Cali and had to escape.
We moved out of state as the money just isn't there especially in my narrow field. I hope to buy a nice place there once again when I am older. |
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Posted: 10/4/2014 12:16:39 AM EDT
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good luck with those winters... Why, does it get cold? I remember a billboard we used to see while driving to my uncles house. "The coldest recorded temperature in North America -115 degrees" Yes it gets fucking cold there. My cousin moved to Alaska and I asked him if Montana wasn't cold enough for him. He said Alaska was like living in the tropics compared to Montana… I love Montana, born there and have tons of family there. BUT, I will not live through another Montana winter, thank you very much... |
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Posted: 10/4/2014 12:19:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Not the first time I have seen him post similar comments. Just leave all your California Ideas behind and you will be fine,don't try to change things here,adapt to the way things are. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: Post your experience in Dec, Jan, Feb, and Mar. You're not the boss of me. Not the first time I have seen him post similar comments. Just leave all your California Ideas behind and you will be fine,don't try to change things here,adapt to the way things are. I don't have the mentality you guys are worried about. I've felt much more at home while visiting Texas and Montana than I do living in libtard central.
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Posted: 10/4/2014 12:24:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I remember a billboard we used to see while driving to my uncles house. "The coldest recorded temperature in North America -115 degrees" Yes it gets fucking cold there. My cousin moved to Alaska and I asked him if Montana wasn't cold enough for him. He said Alaska was like living in the tropics compared to Montana… I love Montana, born there and have tons of family there. BUT, I will not live through another Montana winter, thank you very much... Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: good luck with those winters... Why, does it get cold? I remember a billboard we used to see while driving to my uncles house. "The coldest recorded temperature in North America -115 degrees" Yes it gets fucking cold there. My cousin moved to Alaska and I asked him if Montana wasn't cold enough for him. He said Alaska was like living in the tropics compared to Montana… I love Montana, born there and have tons of family there. BUT, I will not live through another Montana winter, thank you very much... But your username... You may be right, but those double digit days on the west fork of the Bitterroot got me hooked (bad pun intended).
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Posted: 10/4/2014 1:54:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Beautiful Country. I like to visit but too cold for the family to stay the winter. I think you get used to it somewhat. Plenty of families living there.
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Posted: 10/4/2014 2:06:45 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I remember a billboard we used to see while driving to my uncles house. "The coldest recorded temperature in North America -115 degrees" Yes it gets fucking cold there. My cousin moved to Alaska and I asked him if Montana wasn't cold enough for him. He said Alaska was like living in the tropics compared to Montana… I love Montana, born there and have tons of family there. BUT, I will not live through another Montana winter, thank you very much... Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: good luck with those winters... Why, does it get cold? I remember a billboard we used to see while driving to my uncles house. "The coldest recorded temperature in North America -115 degrees" Yes it gets fucking cold there. My cousin moved to Alaska and I asked him if Montana wasn't cold enough for him. He said Alaska was like living in the tropics compared to Montana… I love Montana, born there and have tons of family there. BUT, I will not live through another Montana winter, thank you very much... |
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Posted: 10/4/2014 2:16:49 AM EDT
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write us when you find work. where will you be located, roughly? Plan to be in the Missoula area. Outside of town but not too far. I'm in Missoula, if you are in the area (again) get a hold of me and we will grab a beer or 3. send me some fresh Fresh Bongwater Hemp Ale from Kettlehouse please! |
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Posted: 10/4/2014 3:07:32 AM EDT
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One of our Rugby buddies, Bjorn ,owns big sky brewery as well. Love that place.
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Posted: 10/4/2014 3:22:31 AM EDT
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Unbefuckinglieveable. Most beautiful place on Earth. http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG1014_zps2f751755.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0931_zpsf7a9e492.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0918_zpsa58753f3.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0909_zpsa1a75e2d.jpg http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk101/DuraToTheMax/IMAG0991_zps6716509a.jpg Trip of a lifetime. Fishing was a blast! Anybody hiring? Federal office is hiring. |
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Posted: 10/4/2014 3:26:52 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: One of our Rugby buddies, Bjorn ,owns big sky brewery as well. Love that place. Isn't that in Helena? I seem to remember driving by it. And high five him for the beer. I drank my share, it's damn good stuff!
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Posted: 10/4/2014 3:32:49 AM EDT
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Hmmm. Might have to take a trip in the summer or something.
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