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Bring clothes for the previous Montana season of the current. In other words, if it's Spring, bring Winter clothes too. Last year we had 12' of snow fall on June 13th! Always have a jacket handy, Umbrellas are NEVER used by locals(never needed).
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Go low-tech, digital isn't well supported here yet. Although if asked nicely, business will usually let you re-charge using there outlets. Be considerate about it. Leave a Comment
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Boots and warm clothes are a must in winter. Summer can be cool with temps in the 40 F range at night yet 90 F during the day. You will have to be ready for anything as the weather can turn on a dime especially in the higher country. I have seen plenty of snowfall in June up in the hills. Winter is cold or colder averaging 25 F above 0 during the day and around 0 at night.
When out of the big cities things can be a bit more expensive and store hours can be pretty short compared to what you may be used to. 24 hour Wal-Marts are a rarity in this state.
Take all you can. There are some of the most breath taking views in the world here.
Bring top notch camping gear. You'll thank yourself when you are 50 miles from the nearest paved road. Be concious of safety concerns with Bears and Mountain Lions when out and about. I had a 10M encounter with a mountain lion a couple years back when I happened to be standing between he and the deer he was chasing. It was a tense minute or so until I got the rifle slowly off my shoulder but luckily the cat decided to abandon his chase and head the other way. The deer was pretty happy about that I'm sure. She looked fairly tired. Leave a Comment
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If you choose the Little Bighorn Campsite of Crow Agency to camp don't forget moist tissues, you need them when you cannot use a shower and Montana can be fairly windy and full of dust... Leave a Comment
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Pack enough gear to be able to rough it in the wilderness. Also, while it can get hot during the day, the weather can change and it does get chilly in the evening, so bring a light jacket.
Bring appropriate gear for hiking and camping and various sorts of weather.
Hmmm...I would bring the major things with me, but you can get shmpoo or deodorant or toothpaste at the little stores before you enter a park, other than that, Montana has all the ameneties that any other American state has to offer!
You can purchase most equipment here.
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Especially if you're in the mountains, be prepared for unexpected weather. If you're hiking you could even run into snow at any time of year, so pack accordingly. Layering is good!!! Leave a Comment
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If you go during late Spring or late Summer, be sure and take some warm clothing. We were there the week of 9/10/01, and we encountered snow.
You'll want to be sure and take both cameras (still and video). If possible, try to take a camera that has either wide angle and/or telephoto lens. Leave a Comment
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Bring a jacket, even in summer. It's almost always windy in montana, and i've seen it snow in every month except July (so far). Leave a Comment
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It's mountain weather so pack like it! The weather can change in a hurry so be prepared. If you are going out in the fall the weather can go from 60F to 30F in a matter of hours. It can also go from sunshine to blizzard! Don't get stranded in the mountains with a t-shirt, it could mean your life.
If you're hiking or skiing/snowboarding in the 'back country' it wouldn't be dumb to take a little first-aid kit with. Plus a beacon if you are in avalanche areas. Leave a Comment
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Layers of clothes, weather can change fast. We have had snow in June and 70 degree in Jamuary.
Basic First Aid Kit. Bug repellent, sunscreen.
Bring a smile, leave the additude at home, an open mind and a taste for adventure. Keep the common sense. We will not try to change you if you don;t try to change us. Leave a Comment
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