The Story Behind the "M"

The "M" is 620 feet above the Missoula Valley floor. It is 125' feet long and 100' feet wide. University of Montana forestry students cut the switchbacks into the side of the hill in the early 1900's. The first "M" was assembled out of whitewashed rocks in 1909, and given a fresh coat of paint by freshmen every year, until 1968, when all those rocks were cemented together with concrete.

Photo by Nelson Kenter, kenterphotography.com

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IT'S MAKE IT MISSOULA MONDAY. Here's what's happening the week of 6/27/11.... more

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Weekend Tips from the Trail 11/19/10

What's going on this weekend? This video blog will help you make a plan. ... more

Weekend Tips from the Trail 11/12/10

What's going on this weekend? This video blog will help you make a plan. Then use the Plan-it button to the left to view all the upcoming events in the area. ... more

Weekend Tips from the Trail 11/5/10

What's going on this weekend? This video blog will help you make a plan. Then use the Plan-it button to the left to view all the upcoming events in the area. Don't forget to set your clocks back 1 hour this... more

Weekend Tips from the Trail 10/29/10

What's going on this weekend? This video blog will help you make a plan. Then use the Plan-it button to the left to view all the upcoming events in the area. ... more

Weekend Tips from the Trail for 10/15/10

What's going on this weekend? This video blog will help you make a plan. Then use the Plan-it button to the left to view all the upcoming events in the area. ... more