Explore Red Lodge Summer 2018

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COURTESY OF CRUISEN RED LODGE

Wax nostalgic at the Cruisen Red Lodge Car & Bike Show, July 27-29.

Home of Champions Rodeo and Parade

Celebrate Independence Day with three days’ worth of patriotic activities, June 2-4.

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Upcoming Events

Red Lodge is host to exciting events year-round; read up on what’s happening.

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Red Lodge Songwriter Festival

The third annual songwriter festival is sure to inspire musicians and writers alike, June 21-23.

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Summer ShredFest

Mountain Riders Alliance brings ShredFest back to Beartooth Basin Summer Ski Area, June 15-17.

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Explore Red Lodge is a special advertising section of The Billings Gazette General Manager Dave Worstell Advertising Director Ryan Brosseau

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Cruisen Red Lodge Car and Bike Show

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Put the pedal to the metal for the 2018 Cruisen Red Lodge Car and Bike Show.

The fun begins Friday, July 27, with a barbecue at Pride Park from 4 to 8 p.m.

After you grab some grub, head to the Main Street parade at 7 p.m., where timeless cars will be revving their engines.

“The scene of generations of enthusiasts flooding the town is nothing short of magical,” said Casey Moore, one of the event organizers.

The festivities continue Saturday

with classic cars and motorcycles on display from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Main Street. Judging is from 10 a.m. to noon with an award presentation at 2 p.m.

Get your motors running Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., for the drag races at the 500-foot runway at Red Lodge Airport. The participation cost is $5 a race or $40 for unlimited race bands.

The best part is, the drag races are for everyone. Bring any kind of car and see what it’s made of.

Burgers, hot dogs, good music, classic cars, friends and family. Could it get any better? The answer is yes. Pro-

ceeds from the events go to local nonprofits in the Red Lodge community.

“There is ‘50s music playing, people strolling, Main Street is just full of people. And, everyone is just so happy,” said Moore. “It really brings the community together.”

For Moore, reconnecting with simpler times and finding that common thread among the participants and spectators is what the event is all about.

For more information, see cruisenredlodge.com or contact Casey Moore or Rick Moore at (406) 664-3264, or Brian Ullom at (406) 545-9979.

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Beartooth Highway Take the scenic route

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The route features mountains with peaks at more than 12,000 feet in elevation and the Custer, Gallatin and Shoshone National Forests.

BY CHARITY DEWING

cdewing@billingsgazette.com

The Beartooth Highway is more than just a road, it is a popular destination point for many tourists. The 68-mile highway runs from the Yellowstone National Park northeast entrance across historic mining settlements of Silver Gate and Cooke City, past the Beartooth-Absaroka Wilderness, over the Beartooth Plateau and down switchbacks into Red Lodge.

The highway begins and ends in Montana but a large part treks through the northwest corner of Wyoming and is surrounded by the Custer Gallatin and Shoshone National Forests.

For tourists wishing to extend their stay, there are 13 campgrounds and more than 200 campsites along the highway.

Several campgrounds in the Custer Gallatin National Forest allow travelers to reserve spots, while most other campsites wel-

come guests on a first-comefirst-serve basis. Higher-elevation campgrounds are closed until July and lower-elevation sites open on or before Memorial Day weekend.

One popular site is the Island Lake Campground in the Shoshone National Forest. Pitch a tent for $15 a day, then take a two-mile hike to the Top of the World Store, where you can rent paddleboats, canoes and fishing equipment.

Many travelers hike the high-elevation trails between June and September. Backpackers can follow the trails for a dayhike or camp overnight. Hikers are advised to prepare for unpredictable weather, even snow in summer. All campers and hikers should remember that this is bear country; be prepared and use safe food storage practices.

Cross-country skiing is another popular activity on the Beartooth Highway, with unend-

ing fresh mountain snow for the avid and extreme skier.

Hit the slopes at the challenging Gardner Headwall or take advantage of Cooke City’s out-thedoor skiing access with unlimited paths to forge in the snow.

If you have wanderlust, it’s time to take the high road to your panoramic destination on the Beartooth Highway.

For more information, call (406) 446-1718 or check out beartoothhighway.com.

Ride high at the 20th Annual Beartooth Rendezvous

BY TARA CADY

tcady@billingsgazette.com

On the heels of summer’s end and school time, there’s opportunity for last-minute motorcycling fun.

After the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota, ride on to Red Lodge for the 20th Annual Beartooth Rendezvous Aug. 1619.

The Beartooth Beemers welcomes all motorcyclists and their families to “the best little rally in the West,” where camping and connecting with fellow riders is encouraged.

Gates open at the Lions Beartooth Mountain Camp Thursday, Aug. 16 at 10 a.m.

Located 10 miles south of Red Lodge, there’s plenty room for tents, plus cabins are available at an added cost. No RVs, fourwheeled vehicles, pets, fireworks or smoking are allowed.

Accommodations include camping space, hot showers and toilets in bath houses, meals and electricity. Registration for all ages is $80 if postmarked

through July 20 and received by July 28, or $100 if postmarked after July 20 or purchased at the gate. Admission includes dinners for Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Breakfast and lunches are available with monetary donation to the Lions Club.

Thirteen cabins are available for rent at $240 each. Cabins hold eight bunks, which can be rented individually for $30 for all three nights. Bedding is not included.

Souvenir decals are provided with registration, and T-shirts and sweatshirts can be purchased online at beartoothbeemers.org.

New state regulations prevent a beer tent, but attendees are encouraged to bring their favorite beverages. Ice and/or refrigerator space will be available.

Besides checking out sweet rides and reminiscing about road trips, a band is performing rockin’ tunes Friday night.

Contact Rendezvous registrar Charlie Greear at registrar@ beartoothbeemers.org or (208) 661-5639 for more information.

Have a helping of history at Founders Day

BY CHARITY DEWING

cdewing@billingsgazette.com

There is something for everyone at this year’s Founders Day celebration, June 2.

The Carbon County Historical Society and Museum commemorates bison and their role in the American West with an exhibit that will fill the main hall of the museum. The interactive display exposes the near-extinction and modern conservation of bison, including ranching systems that have increased the bison population to more than 450,000.

What’s better than learning about bison? Getting to meet one. Have an up-close and personal meet and greet with Burt, the baby bison.

The celebration continues outside with food catered by Pom

Italian Eatery, a historic walking tour on Broadway Avenue to the Roman Theater, plus bus tours to the Smith Mine. Kids are sure to find the Festival of Nations clothing and building blocks exhibits interesting, too.

“It’s a lot of fun and it’s a great way to learn about the history of the area. And, let’s face it, you get to pet a baby bison, which is pretty darn cool,” said executive director Sarah Russell.

In addition, the museum is kicking off an endowment capital campaign in May. The museum is in need of donations to ensure future generations have access to the history of the area.

The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Founders Day. For more details, see carboncountyhistory.com.

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The rumbling of motorcycles is constant in Red Lodge; see for yourself at the Beartooth Rally, July 20-22.

Motorcyclists gear up for the 2018 Beartooth Rally

BY CHARITY DEWING

cdewing@billingsgazette.com

Find your inner wild child at the Beartooth Rally. From golf and the Iron Horse Rodeo to poker runs and street dances, there is something for every Montana maverick.

Festivities kick off Friday, July 20, with an 18-hole golf tournament at the Red Lodge Rodeo Grounds; the $55 admission includes lunch.

If that’s not a hole-in-one, sign up for the loop poker runs at Bone Daddy’s Custom Cycle.

Bikers stop at five to seven tavern destinations, where each rider

picks a card. Multiple hands may be played but only one card can be picked per hand. The object is to have the best poker hand at the end of the run. Both runs are fundraisers, in addition to a payout for first, second, and third highest hand each day.

Bone Daddy’s Loop Poker Run is Friday, July 20. Bikers hit the road from Red Lodge to Columbus, and through Bridger. Keep the engines revved up Saturday, July 21, for Ride the Beartooth Pass Poker Run on Highway 212. Both poker runs end at Bone Daddy’s Custom Cycle.

Last year, the poker runs raised

more than $4,500 for the Boys and Girls Club of Red Lodge. An additional $2,700 was donated to a local youth for medical expenses.

The party maintains momentum Sunday, July 22, with the Iron Horse Rodeo. Events include a keg roll, beer chug, barrel race, obstacle course and weinie bite.

Sign up at the rodeo grounds.

Camping is available for $18 per person per night at the rodeo grounds entrance, 101 Rodeo Dr., first-come-first-serve.

For more information call (406) 425-3451 or check out beartoothrally.com.

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RED LODGE CALENDAR OF EVENTS MAY 25

Opening of the Beartooth Highway

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Bear Creek Downs, Bear Creek Saloon & Steakhouse opens for the season.

26-July 2 Beartooth Basin Summer Ski Area (weather permitting) 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

JUNE 2

Founders Day, Carbon County Historical Society and Museum, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

2-10

Red Lodge Music Festival, Red Lodge Civic Center

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Red Lodge Songwriter Festival

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Wildlife Jamboree, Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

JULY 2, 3, 4

Red Lodge 4th of July Parade, noon

2, 3, 4

Home of Champions Rodeo

Enjoy three days of parades and rodeo, July 2-4, in downtown Red Lodge and the Red Lodge Rodeo Grounds.

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Fireworks on the 4th, downtown, 10 p.m.

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Montana Shakespeare in the Parks, Lions Park, 6:308:30 p.m.

Home of Champions Rodeo & Parade

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45th Annual Art in the Beartooths, Carbon County Depot Gallery, 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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50th Annual Beartooth Run, Beartooth Pass

20-24

Annual Beartooth Rally

24-28

Carbon County Fair

27-29

Cruisen Red Lodge Car and Bike Show

AUGUST 4

Climb to Conquer Cancer, 8 a.m.

More Event Information For exhibits, classes and events at the Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery, please see carboncountydepotgallery.org.

For exhibits, classes and events at the Red Lodge Clay Center, please see redlodgeclaycenter.com.

For Historical Walking Tours of downtown Red Lodge by the Carbon County Historical Society and Museum, please see carboncountyhistory.com.

For Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary information, please see yellowstonewildlifesanctuary.org.

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BY TARA CADY

tcady@billingsgazette.com

Ride tall in the saddle this Fourth of July season at the 89th annual Home of Champions Rodeo and Parade.

Beginning July 2, take part in what rodeo director Beth Boggio considers “one of the last Old West cowboy rodeos.”

“In the state of Montana, the only true professional sport that is alive and well is rodeo,” Boggio said.

PRCA-sanctioned rodeo, plus mutton busting, wild horse races and daily parades are just some of what event-goers can expect July 2-4.

Parades begin at noon in down-

town Red Lodge each day. Following the parade July 2, a Stick Horse kids’ rodeo is happening at Lions Park. The main rodeo events are held at the Red Lodge Rodeo Grounds at 101 Rodeo Dr. For more details on how to celebrate “Cowboy Christmas,” see redlodgerodeo.com or call (406) 446-2422.

Find flora, fauna and fun at the Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary

BY TARA CADY

tcady@billingsgazette.com

The winter woes are over.

Now that it’s summertime, the animals at the Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary are ready for the flurry of tourists and dedicated regulars.

Come out of hibernation and bring the family to Red Lodge’s habitat for non-releasable wildlife.

With a new bear enclosure play

structure and other projects like an enlarged wolf habitat, new crane/ vulture home and raven/crow habitat, there’s plenty of ways to see animal species in new light.

The sanctuary is hosting a Jamboree Picnic, Saturday, June 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The family-friendly event is free for members, $5 for non-member adults and

free for kids 12 and under. Games, crafts, barbecue, a silent auction plus animal enrichments and encounters are included.

Summer hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily except Tuesday, when the sanctuary is closed. Visit YVS at 615 2nd St. E., call (406) 446-1133 or see yellowstonewildlifesanctuary.org for more information.

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The 50th annual Beartooth Run is happening at the top of the Beartooth Pass, Saturday, July 14. The races start at 8 a.m.

Beartooth Run celebrates golden anniversary With a max elevation of more than 11,000 feet, the Montana runners have a Beartooth Run course is the lot to brag about. highest 5K/10K road race in the country. Avid runners have kept this annual race going for 50 years.

This year’s event welcomes a professional timing company, ensuring results and awards are given in quick fashion. And the race begins 30 minutes earlier so that traffic is less an issue for drivers and runners alike.

Beginning at 8 a.m., Saturday, July 14, runners launch from the top of the Beartooth Pass toward their respective 5K or 10K finish.

With a cap at 300 participants, racers are encouraged to sign up early at imathlete.com. Included with registration is a commemorative long-sleeve shirt.

Until June 1, early registrants pay $35 for either race. Through the rest of

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June, sign ups cost $40.

Late registrants pay $50 in July.

According to an emailed statement by event coordinator Kristen Hollum, “Red Lodge Events races are focused on showcasing the beauty of the natural environment the Beartooths provide us and building appreciation, awareness and stewardship for the lands we all love to recreate on.”

This year not only marks the 50th anniversary of the Beartooth Run, but also the 40th anniversary of the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness designation.

Race coordinators will be accepting donations for the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Foundation, a nonprofit that coordinates with the Forest Service to preserve and maintain trails.

Event updates can be found at redlodgeevents. com and Facebook.

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Summertime events and exhibits at Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery COURTESY OF THE CARBON COUNTY ARTS GUILD & DEPOT GALLERY

The Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery is celebrating its 45th year as a nonprofit art organization.

Housed in the historic train depot in Red Lodge, this recognized establishment provides support and inspiration to artists throughout the region. Space is provided in the galleries for artists to show and sell their art. In addition, the guild showcases new exhibitions each month. They offer art classes, lectures and workshops, plus organize art fairs and special events throughout the year.

The arts guild and gallery is free and open to the public. Summer hours are May 1 through Oct. 31, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday; and 12 to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

The mission of the Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery is to support, inspire and encourage all artists.

Through reaching out, they provide art education and exposure to the visual, performing and literary arts for the benefit of the broadest possible audience.

Marilyn Davis and Dolly Frerichs-Stuber, abstract art and Montana wildlife are honored in this exhibition with watercolor and emotion.

June 28-July 30: Art in the Beartooths Signature Artists Exhibition The art of Laurie Lee, Hal Olson and Shirle Wempner will be on display in the main gallery of the arts guild. Paintings and sculpture sold from the exhibition during the month is part of the guild’s annual Art in the Beartooths fundraiser which takes place July 14 in Red Lodge at Lions Park.

Aug. 2-28: Yellowstone to Blue Glass Country and Homestead Series “Yellowstone to Blue Glass Country” by Leah Gallagher and “Homestead Series” by Carol Hartman.

Opening reception is Aug. 4, from 3-5 p.m.

EVENTS

June 8: Self-Publishing: You Can Too! Elizabeth LaRowe will share the adventures of self-publishing books. No registration needed. Starts at 7 p.m. Cost: $5 per person; free for guild members.

June 11-July 26: Art for EXHIBITIONS Youth The arts guild is organizJune 2-24: All Around Town ing summer art programs Featuring painters for youth. Additional in-

formation about the guild’s youth art programs can be found at carboncountydepotgallery.org.

The current schedule includes: Art Workshop, June 11-12, from 1-4 p.m., for students in grades 6-8; Youth Art Camp, July 2326, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., for students in grades 3-5.

For further information visit carboncountydepotgallery.org or call the guild at (406) 446-1370.

July 12: Montana Shakespeare in the Parks Performance of “Love’s Labour’s Lost,” 6:30 p.m., Lions Park.

July 14: Art in the Beartooths 45th Annual Fundraiser 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Signature Artists Laurie Lee, Hal Olson and Shirle Wempner will be joined by 25 additional artists from the region who will create art in Lions Park. Free and open to the public.

2–6 p.m. Art created during the daytime goes on view at the arts guild.

The event continues into the evening with live music by the High Country Cowboys, a catered supper, no-host bar, silent auction items, raffle and a live auction of all the art created during the day.

5 p.m. Dinner; ticket required.

6 p.m. Live auction begins; ticket required.

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“High View” by Shirle Wempner, a Signature Artist with art on display June 28-July 30 at the Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery.

Tickets are $60 per person and available by calling the arts guild at (406) 4461370.

Raffle tickets can be pur-

chased for select artworks

by Signature Artists, June 28-July 14. Silent auction items will also be on view and open for bids at that

time in the main gallery of the arts guild. Each Signature Artist will have a show of work in the main gallery, June 28-July 30.

3rd Annual Red Lodge Songwriter Festival is music to your ears

BY CHARITY DEWING

cdewing@billingsgazette.com

Red Lodge will be striking all the right chords with the 3rd Annual Red Lodge Songwriter Festival from Thursday, June 21, to Saturday, June 23.

The three-day fest showcases 15 songwriters, including Nashville Songwriter Hall of Fame member, Hugh Prestwood, returning composers James Dean Hicks and Montana resident, Kostas. In addition, new vocalists will take the stage to perform and tell personal stories behind their songwriting.

The atmosphere is captivating as songwriters play the popular tunes they wrote for famous musicians like Eddie Rabbitt, Johnny Cash and Merle Haggard.

“The magic happens when a fan hears his or her favorite country music song, and then identifies it when the songwriter that wrote it is playing it for them,” said board chair and executive director, Mike Booth.

Seven venues host the event, including the Roman Theater, Bone Daddy’s Custom Cycle, Natali’s Front Bar, Sam’s Tap Room, The Pollard Hotel, Lions Park, Snow Creek Saloon, and The Snag Bar. Red Lodge will be filled with ambitious musicians from across the region competing, learning and performing – all for the love of music.

“For three days, the streets, bars, cafes and parks of Red Lodge become a gathering place for songwriters from Montana, Nashville and around the country. This is the place that displays songwriting at its highest level in the amazing setting of Red Lodge. Park benches, bar stools and hotel lobbies all become places for picking sessions,” said Booth.

The songwriting contest is Saturday, June 23, providing 100 aspiring lyricists the chance to perform at the festival. Ten songs are selected to be played and evaluated by live judges. The

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The third annual Red Lodge Songwriter Festival brings families together for a weekend of inspiring music heard from local and Nashville songwriters, June 21-23. top two songwriters will open the show Saturday evening.

New to this year’s festival is the Red Lodge Songwriter School. Intensive workshops allow students to work with Nashville hit songwriters. From novice to well-versed, the twoday workshops strengthen any skillset. Class schedules are Friday, June 22, from 9 a.m. to noon,

and Saturday, June 23, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Cost is $295 and includes tickets to the Nashville Songwriters in the Round concerts.

Tickets are on sale now. For more information on shows and workshops call (406) 690-5988, email mike@beartoothbiz.com or check out redlodgesongwriterfest.org.

Kostas returns to the Red Lodge Songwriter Festival as a special guest, Friday, June 22. A writer of chart-topping singles for country stars Patty Loveless, Dwight Yoakum and others, Kostas was a workshop leader and contest judge at last year’s festival.

Schedule of events Thursday, June 21 The Best of Red Lodge Songwriters in the Round, 5 to 6 p.m., Natali’s Front Bar. Sponsor & Vip Reception, ticketed show, 7 to 9 p.m., Bone Daddy’s.

Late Night at the Festival, 9 p.m. to close, Natali’s Front Bar. Friday, June 22 Songwriters School with Chad Okrusch, 9 a.m. to noon, Roman Theater.

Montana Songwriters in the Round, free show, 5 to 6:15 p.m., Snowcreek Saloon.

Montana & Wyoming Songwriters in the Round, 1:15 to 2:30 p.m., Lions Park.

Montana Songwriters in the Round, free show, 6 to 7:15 p.m., Snag Bar.

Montana Songwriters in the Round, free show, 2:30 to 3:45 p.m., The Pub at the Pollard.

Nashville Songwriters in the Round, ticketed show, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Roman Theater.

Late Night at the Festival to Songwriters Open Mic, 10 p.m. to closing, Snag Bar. Saturday, June 23

Montana Songwriters in the Round, free show, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Natali’s Front Bar. Montana Songwriters in the Round, free show, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Snag Bar.

Montana Songwriters in the Round, free show, 3 to 4:15 p.m., Pollard Pub.

Songwriter School: All Songwriters, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Roman Theater.

Nashville Songwriters in the Round, ticketed show, 6 to 9 p.m., Sam’s Tap Room.

Montana Songwriters in the Round, free show, 4 to 5:15 p.m., Natali’s Front Bar.

Songwriter Critique: All Songwriters, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Roman Theater.

Late Night Jam Session Montana & Wyoming Songwriters, 9 p.m., Snow Creek Saloon.

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A skier stands on top of a cornice at Beartooth Basin Summer Ski Area.

Beartooth Basin extends ski season into summer

BY TARA CADY

tcady@billingsgazette.com

Snowfall can be bittersweet for Beartooth Basin, as it relies on clear roads for traveling skiiers, yet needs the powder to operate.

The summer ski area finds its sweet spot between Memorial Day weekend and Independence Day, opening in conjunction with the Beartooth Highway.

With a healthy snowpack on the Montana/Wyoming border, Beartooth Basin anticipates having a full six-week season from May 26 to July 7. Smack-dab in the middle will be the Mountain Rider’s Alliance Summer Shredfest returning for a second year, June 15-17.

Beginning Friday, June 15, ski lingo fills the air with TED Talklike conversation at Red Lodge’s

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Roman Theater, 120 Broadway Ave. S. The “ShredX” talks include speakers from the ski industry, with a Q & A to follow, starting at 7 p.m.

Shredfest includes a Freeride World Tour Qualifier, the only summer event of its kind in North America. As many as 85 competitors in men’s and women’s skiing and snowboarding are invited to

compete Saturday, June 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Beartooth Basin.

The Apres Ski Party begins directly after until 5 p.m. Awards are given at 7 p.m.

“Following the FWQ ceremony, some of Montana’s finest craft spirits will be on display for attendees to sample at the Montana Craft Spirit Showdown. Distill-

eries from across the state will participate and compete to win this year’s Shredder’s Choice, the people’s selection for best craft spirit,” a press release stated.

According to the three-day event’s website, the craft spirit showcase will commence at 7:30 p.m., wrapping up at 9 p.m. to make room for the live music that follows.

Coming off an inspiring day of competition, the community is encouraged to test boutique brands of skis and snowboards at the Community Ski, Ride and Demo Day, Sunday, June 17.

Dubbed as the summer’s only on-snow demo day on Facebook, athletes can ride one of Beartooth Basin’s two poma lifts with new equipment, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Re-

duced lift tickets are $35.

“Beartooth Basin’s steep terrain lends itself to providing a great venue for athletes and spectators alike,” Tom Winter, FWQ North American Tour manager and MRA lifestyle director, said in a press release.

Beartooth Basin covers 600 acres 23 miles southwest of Red Lodge at the Twin Lakes Headwall on the Beartooth Pass. As long as road and weather conditions allow, the ski area will be open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily during the 2018 season. More information on Beartooth Basin can be found on Facebook, beartoothbasin.com or by calling (307) 250-3767.

A complete schedule of events for Shredfest is available at summershredfest.com.

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45th AnnuAl FundrAiSer Saturday, July 14, 2018 9 AM - 2 PM Lions Park, Red Lodge Tickets are $60 per person

and available by calling the Arts Guild.

Signature Artists Laurie Lee, Hal Olson and Shirle Wempner will be joined by 25 other artists from the region to create art in Lions Park.

The daytime event is free and open to the public.

The ticketed event starts at 5 p.m. and continues into the evening with live music by the High Country Cowboys, a catered supper, no-host bar, silent auction items, raffle, and a live auction of all the art created during the day.

Shirle Wempner

Additional Participating Artists Brooke Atherton, Amber Blazina,Terry Cooke-Hall, Elliott Eaton,Thomas The Arts Guild is English, Kadin Goldberg, Signature Artists will Carol Hartman, Joan hosting two other have a show of work Kosel, Michael Kosorok, events during the summer in the Main Gallery Harry Koyama, Elizabeth including Montana June 28-July 30, 2018. LaRowe, Jackie Larson Bread,Tess Lehman, Shakespeare in the David McMasters, Parks performance Tyler Murphy, Denney NeVille, John Potter, of Love’s Labour’s Kevin Red Star, Marcia Lost, Thursday, July Selsor, 12, 2018 and the PJ Smith,Trish annual Labor Day Stevenson, Brenna Arts Fair, Monday, Tyler, Lee Walker, Hal Olson Tom Wolfe, Dana Zier September 3, 2018.

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