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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · 5d

"While the book begins with a tale of her first darkness experience—synchronous fireflies in Great Smoky Mountains National Park—Henion is quick to point out that one doesn’t need to travel far to discover wonder in the dark..."

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Book Review: Night Magic: Adventures Among Glowworms, Moon Gardens, and Other Marvels of the Dark | Montana Natural History Center

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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · 11d

Thank you, public lands! We hope you're out and about celebrating today somewhere on the trail, in the trees, at the shore, watching wildlife, on a scenic fall drive…there are so many ways to enjoy and explore our beautiful public lands!

#nationalpubliclandsday

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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · 13d

THANK YOU to Emily Brown at KPAX-TV for this feature on our voyage to the varves and Glacial Lake Missoula! And THANK YOU to all who joined us for this field day!

"The different outcrops are the books. The varves are the pages." -- Geologist, Jim Sheldon.

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Field trip shows impacts of Glacial Lake Missoula in today's Ninemile soil

YouTube video by KPAX-TV

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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · 15d

"Smoke and I have done more than 25 events in the past year, each one unique. But last night felt different—

...By the time we began, every one of the 70 seats at the Montana Natural History Center was filled, with more people still on the waitlist...."

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When a Story Becomes a Ride

The power of storytelling to keep wilderness alive.

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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · 20d

Pics from a few fantastic lectures and conversations hosted at MNHC this month! Thank you to everyone who joined us for Hush of the Land, with Smoke Elser and Eva-Maria Maggi, & Hunting Dinosaurs with Jason Poole!

Up next, Saving the Big Sky on Sept 24th: www.montananaturalist.org/event/saving...

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Sep 5

Grab a sack lunch and come talk dinosaurs and fossils with Jason every Friday from 1-2PM for BROWN BAG & BONES! Starts September 12th. Learn more: www.montananaturalist.org/exhibits/

#fossils #montanadinosaurs #paleotalks

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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Aug 26

Tickets on sale now! Join us for a rewarding night at MNHC's Fall Banquet & Auction. Learn more at: www.montananaturalist.org/event/mnhcs-...

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Aug 22

MNHC is currently accepting applications for Visiting Naturalist in the Schools Field Instructors! Learn more at: www.montananaturalist.org/employment-o...

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Aug 21

Dinosaur alert! New fossils arrived today from Elevation Science Institute’s @elevationscience.bsky.social summer dig in Southern Montana! These jackets include fossils from giants like sauropods, fearsome predators like Allosaurus, and even some mystery #dinosaurs we are still exploring! #fossils

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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Aug 14

Pics from MNHC's STEEM Wilderness Stewardship week! Campers learn about packing mules, trail and wilderness maintenance, and plenty of time enjoying and exploring some of the best of our backyard and beyond.

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Aug 13

Register TODAY for our Fall Master Naturalist Course!

This immersive ONLINE certification course helps develop naturalist skills and a deeper understanding of the natural world through a blend of live online classes and in-person field weekend. Learn more: www.montananaturalist.org/event/fall-o...

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Aug 13

Blue skies, bugs, Great Blue Herons, curious MNHC campers = one mighty fine Tuesday.

#montana #summercamps #montananaturalhistory

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Aug 6

We ❤️ connecting with our wild places through nature journaling! Whether in your backyard or backcountry, find some time today in nature with a paper & pen. Take in sights, sounds, & smells -- and try out this simple #writingprompt:

Imagine you are a tree. What kinds of things would you think about?

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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 31

Thank you to the Missoulian for this front page story on the Jocko River Trout Hatchery, and on kids and conservation! We love taking our campers to the hatchery; it's a perfect example of using hands-on experiences to connect with nature.

Read the full feature at: missoulian.com/news/local/b...

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 28

“Are spiders deadly?” Teaching Naturalist Ryan takes a look at questions from the Wonder Wall!

What do you wonder? Come down to the Center and share your questions to our Wonder Wall!

#spiders #naturalhistory #wonderwall

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 25

Happy Field Notes FRIDAY! Today, Elena Ulev shares her reflections on the breathtaking landscape of the Upper Missouri Breaks, pondering the changes it has undergone.

Listen/read full field note here: www.montananaturalist.org/blog-post/th...

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 22

Here is a picture of the missing fossil.

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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 22

Sadly, one of our fossils went missing this afternoon. Please return. No questions asked. This specimen is an important part of our Montana's Ancient Past exhibit and has been enjoyed by, and educating, visitors to our museum for years.

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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 18

We’ve had a lot of awesome shirts over the years — and this year is no exception! New camp shirts for kids and hats for adults available now at MNHC. Or shop online at: shop.montananaturalist.org

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 17

Last CHANCE for MNHC summer camps! Check out our openings for July and August at: www.montananaturalist.org/summer-camps/

MNHC camps are known for our quality experiences and top-notch naturalist counselors! We hope you can join us!

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 8

Welcome back to T-Rex Talks with Sue! Have you ever wondered why people call me Sue?

#trextalks trextalkswithsue #dinosaurs

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 7

Join us for STEEM camp -- our next session is July 21-25. This year, MNHC is partnering with the Selway-Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation’s Youth Wilderness Program. Learn more at: www.montananaturalist.org/summer-camps/

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 4

MNHC Teaching Naturalist, Kevin, talks about the #BaldEagle, a symbol the USA has celebrated for centuries. But did you we almost lost this incredible species? Learn more about its successful #conservation story; just one of the many things that makes this beautiful bird one of our favorites! 🦅

Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 3

In partnership with @elevationscience.bsky.social, MNHC and Turnstone Nature Education -- August 6-9th!

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Montana Natural History Center @mtnaturalist.bsky.social · Jul 3

Nature Writing Retreat and Workshop in the foothills of the Beartooth Mountains! Learn more and register today! Don't wait - registration closes next week: www.montananaturalist.org/event/bearto...

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