Western Montana is one heck of a place to be, but you know that. You're here for the mountains, the wildlife and all that wide open space. But here's the deal: Montana is not just some backdrop for your road trip. People live here. Wildlife lives here. And if you don't know what you're doing, you're going to make life harder for everyone (including yourself).
Check restrictions. If fires are banned, don't start one. When fires are allowed, put yours out like your life depends on it.
Watch from a distance. Don't feed anything. Carry bear spray and know how to use it (hint: not on yourself, genius).
Clean, drain, and dry your boat or water gear. Aquatic invasive species are not welcome here. And no, they're not “part of the ecosystem now.”
Check the weather. Know your limits. Stay on runs that match your skill, not your ego. And please—for the love of Ruckus—wear real shoes.
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