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 ‘Things to Do’

27th Annual Run for the Trees Slated For April 20th

By BECKY GOODRICH - Celebrate National Arbor Month with a fun walk or run along the Riverfront trail system.... more

The Last Hoorah: The Non-Traditional Guide to a Baby Shower for Grown-Ups

Once you have the baby, it’s going to be all about the baby, so use your baby shower as a way to celebrate.... more

Griz Adjust Spring Schedule

By ERIC TABER - Winter conditions and an icy playing surface in Washington-Grizzly Stadium continue to wreak havoc on the Montana Grizzlies' spring practice schedule.... more

Chicken Enchiladas in the Slow Cooker

We wanted a more streamlined recipe for chicken enchiladas, one that utilized our slow cooker to make the filling.... more

A Note From Griz Basketball

Tomorrow we play E Washington in a rematch of last year’s Big Sky Conference championship. THIS GAME IS HUGE and we need YOU to pack Dahlberg.... more

Tuscan White Bean Soup

Zuppa di fagioli alla toscana is a quintessential bean dish.... more

Missoula in Motion Launches January Clear the Air Challenge

For the month of January, Missoula In Motion will challenge citizens to reduce the amount of C02 they emit into the air by trying to limit their solo driving trips.... more

How to Change Your Life and Start an Online Business

If you need a change of pace, this is the perfect time to begin standing on your own two feet and launch your very own online business.... more

How to Help Your Students Learn More With Trello

Trello is a tool that collaborates by organizing your projects into boards. It makes being a student or instructor easier. ... more

How to Start a Green Team at Your School

You’ve finally decided your school needs an Eco-messiah, and you’re looking into starting a green team, but you don’t know where to start? ... more

Shrimp Scampi

When I last made my way through a mediocre rendition of Shrimp Scampi, I decided it was time to realize this ideal scampi vision at home.... more

Can Tarot Cards Predict the Future?

People are often torn between wanting to know their future and being scared of knowing their future.... more

LIVE Results of Football Matches

Now it has become much easier to receive the latest and reliable information. ... more

Monkey Bread

The name “monkey” refers to how you eat this sweet treat – with your hands.... more

Cranberry-Apple Crisp

We achieved the perfect fruit mix by combining fresh and dried cranberries.... more

6 Entrepreneurship Lessons to Learn From Starbucks

Here are 6 entrepreneurship lessons to learn from Starbucks:... more

NBA Results at Sports Statistics Website

You can now follow all livescores at the website of sports statistics, which allows to not miss anything important. It offers the best line of events and pays attention to the tiniest details.... more

How to Start a Fashion Business As a Stay at Home Mum

If you’re a stay at home mum looking to start an online fashion business, you will know better than anyone else the value of time. ... more

Glazed Spiral-Sliced Ham

Heating and glazing a cured ham seems effortless, but many recipes yield leathery meat in an overly sweet glaze. ... more

4 Inspiring Ways to Cope in the Airport

If you don’t just want to enjoy your holiday, but want to find ways to enjoy the journey as well, then here’s how you should plan your time in the airport.... more

Mushroom Cornbread Stuffing

By KATIE WORKMAN - You can certainly cook this stuffing in the turkey if you want, but I rather love it in a pan, so the top gets crispy and browned.... more

What to Do If Injury Affects Your Work Life

In this handy guide, you will learn of three proactive things that can be done to get your life back on track after an injury.... more

Travel and See the World

The world that we live in is so amazing and extraordinary. Pictures don’t even do justice to most, if not the entire world’s natural beauty. ... more

Creative Ideas to Maximize Space in Your Missoula Home

Whether you’re looking to move to Missoula or relocating to the locality, here’s some useful ways to maximize a space to its full potential.... more

Cauliflower Tots

By KATIE WORKMAN - My family can eat a baking sheet of that before dinner even hits the table.... more

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

By SARA MOULTON - Eat these toasted seeds straight up, like nuts, or add them to soups or salads.... more

Instant Pot Mediterranean Lamb Stew

By KATIE WORKMAN - Don’t have an Instant Pot? You can also make this stew in a slow cooker. ... more

Korean Fried Chicken Tenders

By KATIE WORKMAN - You’ll probably dream about them until you eat them again.... more

Auditions for Elf The Musical at Missoula Community Theatre

By MICHELLE NYE - The Missoula Community Theatre will hold an open audition for Elf the Musical on Sunday, September 30 from 12:30-4:30 PM. ... more

Hot Corn Queso Dip

By KATIE WORKMAN - It’s a lovely way to use up those ears of corn that seem to be exploding in the markets from July through September.... more

Stay Safe on the Water This Labor Day Weekend

By JOLENE TADEJ - Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wants to remind boaters to be safe on the water this weekend. ... more

Roasted Broccoflower with Shiitake

By KATIE WORKMAN - Broccoflower has a slightly sweeter and less-bitter taste than either regular cauliflower or broccoli.... more

Tickets Still Available for Home Opener

By ERIC TABER - What could be better than watching football under the lights at Washington-Grizzly Stadium on a late summer evening in Missoula?... more

7th Annual Doggie Dash Slated for September 8 at Fort Missoula

By BECKY GOODRICH - Missoula Parks & Recreation invites you and your four-legged friends to the 7th annual Doggie Dash Pet Expo and Fun Run on Saturday, Sept. 8, at Fort Missoula Regional Park West.... more

Green Beans with Tarragon Vinaigrette

By KATIE WORKMAN - This herb dressing is bright and bracing, with a lovely anise-y flavor from the tarragon.... more

Top 6 Essential Accessories For Your Road Trip

What to do before departure and while travelling to enjoy the stress-free journey.... more

Andorcles and the Lion with MCT

The Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) will present a fast-paced, funny version of Aesop’s classic story Adocles and the Lion, Sept 13-14.... more

How to Get Your Kids to Drink More Water at School

Children need the adults to keep urging them to take more water during the day. ... more

New Bay Sweet Potato Fries

By KATIE WORKMAN - What these fries lack in crispness they make up for in soulful flavor and warm color.... more

Over 140 Players Break in New Fort Missoula Regional Park Pickleball Courts

By BECKY GOODRICH - Over 140 pickleball players, ranging in age from 17 to 84, will compete in Missoula this weekend at the fifth annual Montana Open pickleball tournament.... more

Thirty Artists Selected For River City Roots Festival Art Show

Thirty artists have been selected for the Juried Art Show on Main Street Friday and Saturday, August 24-25, during the 13th Annual River City Roots Festival in Downtown Missoula.... more

Keeping Vigilant on Protecting Montana’s Waterways

With summer half over, more than 50,000 watercraft have been inspected at Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks aquatic invasive species inspection stations around the state.... more

Southwestern Black Bean and Corn Salad

By KATIE WORKMAN - This is one of those salads that just saves the day over and over again.... more

Salmon Corn Chowder

This recipe is loaded with nuggets of baked salmon and qualifies as a main course chowder, if you wish.... more

Fort Missoula Regional Park Phase 2 Grand Opening Slated for July 26

By BECKY GOODRICH - The public is invited to the Fort Missoula Regional Park Phase II Grand Opening celebration on Thursday, July 26, 2018 from 6 to 10 p.m. ... more

4th of July Out to Lunch Offers Independence Day Celebration for All!

Join us in celebrating Independence Day in the heart of Missoula with a special Out to Lunch in Caras Park on Wednesday, July 4 from 11am-2pm!... more

Israeli Couscous, Swiss Chard, Peppers

By KATIE WORKMAN - This is very nice served warm, but it’s also a great room temperature salad, perfect for a picnic or a potluck barbecue party.... more

Sheep Return to City Open Space, Pet Owners Required to Leash Dogs Near Herd

By BECKY GOODRICH - Visitors to City open space are reminded: leash your dog when hiking near grazing sheep this summer.... more

A BLT That Showcases Dueling Dynamics

As summer nears and the promise of perfect tomatoes peeks up over the horizon, the prospect of an excellent BLT shines brightly.... more

Keeping Your Vehicle Safe As The Missoula Car Crime Spree Continues

Over the past few weeks, the local press has contained one story after another relating to car crime in Missoula and the surrounding area. ... more