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

Posts Tagged ‘family activities’

Celebration Sensation: Top 7 Hacks for Hosting a Memorable Bash

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Why Organized Family Shopping Saves Time and Money

Here are some practical solutions for making the most out of your family's shopping excursions.... more

How to Prepare Your Family Home for a Fun Summer

Here are some practical and creative ways to ready your family home for a fun-filled summer.... more

How to Make Memories: Fun and Easy Family Bonding Ideas

Here are some some fun and easy ideas to bond with your family and make good memories.... more

Family Bonding: 7 Tips for an Awesome Bingo Night

Here are some tips to make sure your family bingo night is a smashing success:... more

Essential Advice to Keep Your Family Happy

There are ways you can keep your family happier without too much stress and effort, which is beneficial for all. Here are a few:... more

How To Prepare Your Food In Exciting New Ways

Here are some exciting new ways you can prepare your meals at home and lead an active life all at the same time.... more

4 Simple Tips for Keeping a Healthy Family Routine

By making a few changes to your routine and taking on some of our helpful tips, you can instill a healthy family routine that is enjoyable for both you and your kids. ... more

Expert Tips for Improving Family Relationships

Parents play a key role in improving a family relationship, although all family members have to put in the effort to make the relationship work well. Here are some other tips for improving family relationships.... more

Exciting Things You Can Do With Your Family This Weekend

If you’re looking to spend the weekend with your family, the following are some of the many exciting things that you can do together.  ... more

Fun Things to Do with Your Family to Make the Most of Your Upcoming Weekend

Here are a few things to do to guarantee you’ll enjoy your family time together: ... more

Snow or No Snow: Parks and Rec Hosts Winter Carnival at Marshall Mountain

Snow or no snow, Parks and Rec is hosting the first annual Marshall Mountain Winter Carnival on Sun., Feb. 22 at Marshall Mountain, from 10-4 pm.... more

Winter Carnival and Snow Races at Marshall Mountain

Join Missoula Parks & Rec for the first annual Marshall Mountain Winter Carnival and Snowshoe/Ski Races on Sat., Feb. 22 at Marshall Mountain, from 10-4 p.m.... more

Hunker

By ELKE GOVERTSEN - Hunker. I really love that word, and not just because it has “hunk” in it (shout out to my hubby!). Thursday was a snow day, and boyohboy, did we hunker.... more

Looking for a Missoula Pumpkin Patch or Corn Maze?

Get info on corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and more Halloween family fun in Missoula, Montana.... more