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Reminder - Use Common Sense, Be Safe this Fourth Local emergency officials are asking everyone to use common sense this Fourth of July. Fireworks are prohibited on state and federal lands. According to Greenough-Potomac Volunteer Fire Chief Ryan Hall, shooting off fireworks is also not allowed in designated forested lands, land within one air mile of forest as defined by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation. This leaves very few places were fireworks are allowed in the Blackfoot, Clearwater and Swan Valleys. While the...
Some Seeley District Roads Remain Closed Due to Flooding SEELEY LAKE - Roads on the Seeley Lake Ranger District are still experiencing impacts from flooding. Several roads continue to have closure orders in place. The following roads remain closed: • Upper Beaver Finley Road #9974 near Boles meadow due to standing water on the road. • Morrell Mountain Road #4365 due to culvert washout. • Grouse Creek Road #4342 due to culvert washout. • Rice Ridge Road #720 between Camp Creek road #685 and Richmond Ridge road #667 due to washout. • Camp Road...
Grizzly Bear Killed in the Swan Valley SWAN VALLEY - A black bear hunter shot and killed a grizzly bear in the Swan Valley. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks personnel responded to the incident that occurred May 20 in the Piper Creek drainage in the Swan Valley on U.S. Forest Service land. The hunter, an adult male from Pennsylvania, reported the incident to FWP. The adult male grizzly bear weighed 500 pounds and was approximately 18 years old. The hunter told FWP game wardens that he mistakenly identified the animal as a black bear. The incident...
Volunteers Sought to Staff Museum SEELEY LAKE – The Seeley Lake Historical Society has run into a snag for being able to staff the museum. The museum will be closed until further notice while a solution for the staffing situation is sought. Volunteers are needed to tend the museum while it is open to visitors. A typical day can be meeting anywhere from two to twenty groups. During a typical day there can be extended periods of undisturbed quiet time for reading, dusting, writing, etc. One needn’t be an expert about area history. Displays are...
Christen Wins Fourth of July Poster Contest SEELEY LAKE – Seeley Lake resident Andy Christen was the winner of the Seeley Lake Area Chamber of Commerce’s Fourth of July poster contest. He won $25 from the Chamber. The theme for the Seeley Lake Fourth of July festivities is “Celebrate Freedom.” Look for his design on the posters coming soon. Fire Department Open House June 2 SEELEY LAKE – The community is invited to the Seeley Lake Fire Hall June 2 at 12 p.m. for an Open House and pinning ceremony to officially welcome the new Fire Chief Dav...
Help Addy Trevino Celebrate Her Birthday SEELEY LAKE – Seeley Lake resident Emily Rindal wants to present Addy Trevino with a big birthday card from the community. The card will be circulating for the next week at Cory’s Valley Market and the Post Office. Everyone is encouraged to write her a quick message. Community Potluck Dinner, June 6 SWAN VALLEY - Swan Valley Connections’ June Community Potluck Dinner will feature a presentation by Daughters of the Son Backcountry Rangers on Recreational Trails in the Swan. Swan Valley Connections month...
Flooding Update SEELEY LAKE – The American Red Cross shelter located at Mission Bible Fellowship is on standby and ready to assist if needed. Residents seeking shelter should call 1-800-272-6668. Sandbags and water testing kits can be obtained at the Seeley Lake Volunteer Fire Department. For information from Missoula County Flood Information and daily updates visit https://www.missoulacounty.us/government/public-safety/office-of-emergency-management/des/flood-safety or Inciweb at https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/5787/. Residents can also c...
Seeley Lake Shelter Available SEELEY LAKE - As of 12 p.m. Tuesday, May 8, the American Red Cross opened a shelter in Seeley Lake at Mission Bible Fellowship for those displaced by flooding in or around Seeley Lake. MBF is located on Highway 83 and School Lane. If the shelter is not being used for a 12-hour period, it will not be staffed and put back into standby. If this is the case call the Red Cross directly at 1-800-853-2570 if needing shelter. They have personnel on standby that will be able to open the shelter within four to six hours of r...
Opening for Placid and Salmon Lake State Parks Delayed Due to Flooding SEELEY LAKE - Montana State Parks delayed the opening of Placid Lake State Park and Salmon Lake State Park due to spring flooding at both sites. To address public safety concerns and resource damage control, both parks will remain closed until further notice. The parks were expected to open May 1 but high water levels in both lakes have resulted in flooding to park areas and roads. Extended flooding is expected due to weather conditions and excessive amounts of winter...
Seeley-Swan High School Leos Club Turkey Drive, Nov. 17 SEELEY LAKE – In the spirit of giving, the Seeley-Swan High School Leos Club will be collecting turkeys Friday, Nov. 17 from 4-6 p.m. at various locations in Seeley Lake. All donations collected will be distributed through the Seeley-Swan Community Food Bank. Leo Club members will be at Rovero’s, Cory’s Valley Market and the Seeley Lake Post Office on Friday to collect donated turkeys. Their goal is to collect 25 turkeys. The club asks that the turkeys are frozen. Money will also be accep...
Swan Valley Community Library Highlights SWAN VALLEY - The Swan Valley Community Library has something for everyone. In addition to some of the latest novels, there is a large section dedicated to Montana and books by topic including hunting and angling. An autographed title found on the Montana shelf is entitled “Skid Trails: Glory Days of Montana Logging” by Darris Flanagan. The book was purchased for the Swan Valley Library in memory of the late longtime resident Reuben Kauffman. Titles that may appeal to hunters and anglers include: “Bo...
Mussel Dogs Campfire Program at Holland Lake SWAN VALLEY - Join Swan Valley Connections for their Mussel Dogs Campfire Program July 26 at 7 p.m. at the Holland Lake Day Use Area. Lab sisters Rosebud and Ismay, under the direction of their human handler Deb, will demonstrate how they sniff out invasive mussel species at the state Watercraft Inspection stations. Watch these hard-working dogs demonstrate their amazing powers of detection. Admission and parking is free of charge. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and flashlight. For details...
Linnell Memorial Service, July 16 POTOMAC – After a battle with cancer, Potomac resident and school teacher Nancy Linnell passed away July 9. There will be a Memorial Service Saturday, July 16 at 1 p.m. at the Potomac Community Center. The family invites everyone to stay for food and drinks immediately following. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Nancy’s name to Potomac School or Missoula Community Theatre. Flea Market, July 17 SEELEY LAKE - Join the Seeley Lake Trailblazers 4-H Club for a Flea Market July 17 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m....
Road Construction on Dunham Road SEELEY LAKE – The Seeley Lake Ranger District will be doing road construction on the Dunham Road (#4388) from the end of June through July 15. The contractor will be putting in culverts, creating delays of up to four hours during mid-day. People needing access to the Lodgepole trailhead should try to come up before 8 a.m., around noon time or after 5 p.m. These are recommended times when the road is generally open although construction times will vary. For more information contact the Seeley Lake Ranger D...
God’s Backyard Bible Camp July 12-15 SEELEY LAKE - Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1655 Airport Road, will be hosting God’s Backyard Bible Camp July 12-15 from 5:30-8:30pm. Children ages 2-12 are welcome. For more information call or text Mary at 406-544-8551. Beat the Back-To-School Rush for Immunizations MISSOULA - Any school-age kids coming to the Missoula City-County Health Department, 301 W. Alder in Missoula, for immunizations between now and July 31 get to enter their name into a drawing for fun prizes. Parents must bring their chi...
Seeley Lake Library News SEELEY LAKE - The Seeley Lake Library’s Story Time has moved to a new time and takes place on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. Children of all ages are welcome. A light snack is served. The library has life jackets in a variety of sizes available for checkout. For more information, call 406-677-8995. The Seeley Lake Library is a branch of Missoula Public Library located at Seeley-Swan High School. The library is open to the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Missoula to...
Fire Danger MODERATE in Missoula County Fuels conditions across Missoula County have prompted Missoula County Fire Protection Association (MCFPA) to move to MODERATE fire danger as of June 13. Two recent lightning-caused fires on the Lolo and Bitterroot National Forests have grown rapidly under windy conditions and several debris pile fires lit by citizens in valley bottoms have spread away from the pile while unattended and consumed out-buildings in the process. Wildland fire agencies would like to extend a large “Thank You” to the tho...
Toast to Trail Creek, May 12 SEELEY LAKE - The community is invited to the Toast to Trail Creek at the Homestead Cabin on Double Arrow Ranch Thursday, May 12 at 5 p.m. Residents can see how the new fish screen and stream enhancements help ensure a healthy stream system and provide water for the golf course. The project was completed during low water conditions late last fall. Now with more water flowing participants will be able to see how everything works. Hiking Season Kick-Off Party, May 12 SEELEY LAKE - The community is invited to a party...
Seeley Lake Library News SEELEY LAKE - The Seeley Lake Library Book Club will be discussing Elizabeth McCracken’s “Thunderstruck and Other Stories” Thursday, May 19 at 11 a.m. This book is a collection of nine stories that navigate the fragile space between love and loneliness. Widely acclaimed, this collection has been described as brilliant, funny and heartbreaking. All are invited to join in the discussion. Books are available at the checkout desk. The Seeley Lake Library has life jackets in various sizes available for checkout. Stop by th...
SLE School Board Approves Levy Amount SEELEY LAKE - The Seeley Lake Elementary (SLE) School Board will run a trustee election and a general fund operating levy of $17,056 or 2.21 mills on the May 3 ballot. Three candidates have filed for two open positions on the board. Incumbents Jenny Lindemer and Karen Kovatch are running along with write-in candidate Amanda Fowler. The general fund levy would increase taxes on a $100,000 home by $2.98 and on a $200,000 home by $5.96 annually. This year, the District’s 20-year bond will be paid off, r...
New Trail, Not Ready SEELEY LAKE – The public is asked to refrain from using the trail around the Seeley-Swan High School (SSHS) property for another couple weeks or until the ground dries out. When the trail was built, funds weren’t available to run a roller across it to compact the gravel. Although some natural compaction occurred during the winter, the surface will be soft after snow melt until it gets dry. Use by feet or wheels will damage the smooth surface. Use is encouraged later this spring. Last fall a section of the “Connecting the Co...
Register Early for the Snow Joke, Caps Out at 1,000 Runners SEELEY LAKE - After last year’s unprecedented turnout of more than 800 runners, this year’s Snow Joke Half Marathon scheduled in Seeley Lake Feb. 27 looks poised to attract an even bigger field. Race organizers announced they will cap participation at 1,000 to ensure the safety of runners on the road and ease logistics. This decision may limit race day registration. Race organizers encourage runners to sign up early to be assured of a spot. Runners can sign up at Bob Ward’s in Missoula...
Seeley Lake Biathlon Cancelled Due to Lack of Snow SEELEY LAKE - The Seeley Lake Biathlon that was supposed to be held Feb. 20 at the Seeley Lake Nordic Trails has been cancelled due to the unseasonably warm weather. According to Race Coordinator Cheri Thompson, the trail into and out of the range is nearly non-existent. Switching back to the old range is not a good choice for safety reasons. Plans to hold a summer biathlon are in the works. More information will be provided once it is available. Community Bus Available for SSHS District...
CORRECTION: Tax Incentive Conservation Easement Article SEELEY LAKE - In the Feb. 4 issue of the Seeley Swan Pathfinder it was printed, “Agricultural landowners now have the opportunity to purchase a conservation easement on their land.” Conservation Easements are not purchased, they are donated for tax deductions in trade for a perpetual conservation easement on the land. Kennecott Exploration Hosts Public Update Meeting Feb. 22 POTOMAC - Representatives from Kennecott Exploration will present an update regarding their mineral exploration wor...
Boat Inspection Station Inspectors Needed SEELEY LAKE - The boat inspection station at Clearwater Junction will be opening earlier this year, under a program run by the Flathead Basin Commission. Inspectors are needed to operate the station from March 1 until Memorial Day, when Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will take over management of the station. The pay is $11/hour. Training will be provided locally, and will consist of two days of classroom training and one day of field training. Training will occur sometime after mid-February. For more...
