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Join us for upcoming opportunities or take a look at historical events.

Get Grant Ready & Project Pitch fest 

Have a community project idea, but are not sure how to shape, explain, or prepare it for funding? We’ve created TWO free virtual opportunities designed to help rural Montana communities develop stronger, more fundable projects. Register now for the October 1, 2026 workshop. Apply by September 21 for Project Pitch Fest.
Learn more here. 
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Past Events

Montana Outdoor Recreation Summit
The 2025 Montana Outdoor Recreation Summit, which ran from October 21-23 in Billings MT, brought together leaders, innovators, and outdoor enthusiasts to collaborate, learn, and create partnerships that will shape the future of Montana’s outdoor recreation landscape. 
 
The event is co-hosted by the University of Montana’s Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research (ITRR), the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation, and Outdoor Community Partners. 
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