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Fun Local Trivia
  1. Bozeman's HatcH Audiovisual Arts Festival features 10 student films selected from several different countries. The event lasts about one week and draws major celebrities to the town.
  2. Every August, Bozeman's Lindley Park is transformed into the home of the Sweet Pea Festival of the Arts where musicians, photographers, painters, and sculptors come together from all over the country to share their talents. Bozeman's Shakespeare in the Park is also featured at this time.
  3. The movie A River Runs Through It was filmed in the area in and around Bozeman. One scene was even shot in the Leigh Lounge on the MSU campus.
  4. SKI Magazine always lists Bozeman among the top 18 ski towns in the country. Most recently, it was named the fourth best ski town overall.
  5. The Bozeman area is full of celebrities—Glenn Close even owned The Leaf & Bean coffeeshop until just a few years ago.
Notable Natives Gary Cooper – actor
Local Slang
  • Californian: An excuse for anyone who does something unintelligent
  • Crick: A Montanan's version of creek
  • Eh: Think Fargo
Points of Interest
  • Big Sky Ski Resort
  • Bridger Bowl Ski Area
  • Hyalite Canyon
  • Museum of the Rockies
  • Yellowstone National Park

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Bozeman is the type of town that tries to hang on to old traditions while bringing in new ones. Bozeman actually pulls it off and maintains some of its cowboy identity, while still having a great organic grocery store and bakery. Skiing is one thing nearly everyone living in the town or attending the University has in common. With the Bridger Mountains and ski slopes less than a half-hour drive away, and the world-class Big Sky resort just 45 minutes away, everyone loves to ski. Cross-country skiing is also fairly popular, and Lindley Park is groomed every winter for that purpose. There is also Bohart Ranch located in the Bridgers, a very nice, though slightly expensive, place to try out Nordic skiing. For those who either cannot afford or do not care for skiing, downtown Bozeman has a surprisingly large amount to offer for a town of approximately 35,000 friendly residents. Coffeeshops, bookstores, restaurants, and festivals are always available for entertainment. A perfect day in Bozeman might go something like this: wake up early, have some banana bread French toast at the Cateye Café, go to Bridger for a half day of skiing or a hike, head back downtown and stop by a few of the more eclectic shops (check out Cactus Records or Miss Zula’s), then have a delicious dinner at the Naked Noodle or La Parilla before walking over to The Leaf & Bean for a cup of tea and live music. In spending a day like this, you’ll discover the essence of Bozeman: outdoor country living with a splash of art and culture.

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jaejaet

Interior Design '13

5.0
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A Lot to Do

There are always lots of activities to get involved with. Shopping downtown is a great option. The town is very active, getting involved in sports is always fun.

May 26, 2012

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student44

Pharmacology '15

5.0
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Tons to Do

There are a ton of things to do, not class related. Great spot to move to if you don't plan on going to college. The environment makes it a great party town and not so great academic town.

May 08, 2012

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cberkey1102

Psychology & Counseling '16

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Big Sky

Montana State University is known for how much they have to offer from rock climibing to skiing. There are 3 ski resorts close to the town as well as yellowstone nation park, the yellowstone club, hot rivers, and a very quait town. to top it off it is surrounded by two mountian ranges.

Apr 12, 2012

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Facts

Shopping Centers Gallatin Valley Mall
Major Sports Teams Bozeman Icedogs: junior hockey
City Web Sites
Distances to Nearest Major Cities Billings: MT: 2 hours, 15 minutes

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Campus Square Eight
1611 S. 11 Ave.
Bozeman
(406) 587-1027

The Ellen Theatre
17 W. Main
Bozeman
(406) 586-6044

Gallatin Mall Cinemas
2825 W. Main
Bozeman
(406) 586-7469

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