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The Gravy train hits The ELM

The Gravy train hits The ELM

World-famous rapper Yung Gravy — whose real name is Matthew Hauri — sold out The Elm this past weekend for a stop on his “Voluptuous Voyage” tour. Though many students and community members gathered to hear the rapper perform his hit songs, some fans may not be familiar with Hauri’s

Patagonia founder and local conservationists speak on new simplistic fly-fishing book

Patagonia founder and local conservationists speak on new simplistic fly-fishing book

The art of fly-fishing has grown increasingly complex over the years as many anglers prioritize gear over technique. Over 10 years ago, Yvon Chouinard — the founder of Patagonia — teamed up with Montana conservationist Craig Mathews and pro fly fisherman Mauro Mazzo to address this problem in their book: “Simple

Lorca Smetana’s path to resilience

Lorca Smetana’s path to resilience

On an early autumn afternoon, Lorca Smetana gazed across the aspen grove bordering her Bozeman farm. With her dog in her lap, she explained the importance of that very thicket. “Being with — in any different context — people who were either burning out, or who were overwhelmed or who were grieving,

Bikefill bike park approaches $1.8 million fundraising goal

Bikefill bike park approaches $1.8 million fundraising goal

The Bikefill Bike Park project, spearheaded by Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT), is almost fully funded after fifteen years of dreaming. A contractor for the project will be selected on Oct. 17 and construction is slated to begin in spring 2026. Located between the old Bozeman landfill and Snowfill Park,

Skaters show support for a new park at second annual Shredtember

Skaters show support for a new park at second annual Shredtember

Two weekends ago, skaters from all around Montana gathered in Kirk Park for the second annual Shredtember. Attendees competed in various skate events, entered raffles for prizes and visited tables set up by local vendors. Shredtember was an all-ages, family-friendly event hosted by the Skate Alliance of Montana

Landscaping and Grounds Crew sprout a fresh variety of produce around campus

Landscaping and Grounds Crew sprout a fresh variety of produce around campus

Amid the grassy lawns and patches of delicate cosmos blossoms, organic vegetables, fruits and herbs are growing all over campus. This produce is part of the edible garden program and is available for anyone to harvest. “People can find them and utilize them, and it's like a neat

The Unspoken Pressure to be Outdoorsy at MSU

The Unspoken Pressure to be Outdoorsy at MSU

I have been asked why I chose to attend MSU on multiple occasions throughout my three years here. When some people see how I dress, what my hobbies are and how I spend my time, they become confused and almost judgmental towards my decision. I didn’t grow up skiing,