You’ll find all kinds of people in Montana, from fourth generation ranchers to recent transplants from other states. And while the people in Big Sky Country have many different tastes, opinions and preferences, they tend to have a few things in common. If the majority of these 10 things apply to you, you most likely belong in Montana.
- The idea of big city traffic is absolutely horrifying.
Prayitno/Flickr It takes how long to drive a few miles in LA? No thanks, we’ll stick to our wide open spaces, thank you!
- Driving in the snow is second nature to you.
Phil Hollenback/Flickr
- You know how to pronounce Kootenai, Ekalaka and Absarokee.
Tim Evanson/Flickr And you know that Manhattan and Amsterdam are not just places in New York or the Netherlands.
- You love meat. Especially red meat. And wild game… OK, all meat.
Mike Harper/Flickr
- You’d rather stare at this all day….
justinknabb/Flickr
Edward Liu/Flickr … than this.
- You’re passionate about the great outdoors.
Jeff P/Flickr Sure, there are plenty of states with beautiful mountains, lakes, ski resorts and parks. But in Montana, outdoor activities are just part of the culture.
- You know that the little things in life matter more than the big things.
justinknabb/Flickr In Montana, it’s all about living a peaceful life with your family, good times with your friends, watching the sunset from your porch and enjoying the beauty of the changing seasons.
- You’d do anything to help your neighbor…
oddharmonic/Flickr … but you prefer it if that neighbor lives several acres away.
- You have an immense pride for Montana and you truly know the meaning of the words “There’s no place like home.”
Ryan McKee/Flickr
- You appreciate good weather and know that “good weather” means 50 degrees and above and not snowing.
Flickr/Jerry Huddleston
So, do you belong in Montana?
Prayitno/Flickr
It takes how long to drive a few miles in LA? No thanks, we’ll stick to our wide open spaces, thank you!
Phil Hollenback/Flickr
Tim Evanson/Flickr
And you know that Manhattan and Amsterdam are not just places in New York or the Netherlands.
Mike Harper/Flickr
justinknabb/Flickr
Edward Liu/Flickr
… than this.
Jeff P/Flickr
Sure, there are plenty of states with beautiful mountains, lakes, ski resorts and parks. But in Montana, outdoor activities are just part of the culture.
In Montana, it’s all about living a peaceful life with your family, good times with your friends, watching the sunset from your porch and enjoying the beauty of the changing seasons.
oddharmonic/Flickr
… but you prefer it if that neighbor lives several acres away.
Ryan McKee/Flickr
Flickr/Jerry Huddleston
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