With back-to-school time here, we’re all trying to get the last bit of rest and relaxation in before the chaos starts. What better way to do this than to enjoy the great places and things that our town has to offer? Here’s a list of some of the must-go-to and must-see places right in our own backyard.

We Missoulians love our food, especially our local food. A couple of must-go-to and eat places are Black Cat Bakery and Big Dipper Ice Cream. Black Cat offers some of the most mouth watering baked goods of all sorts. Big Dipper is the king of ice cream flavors here in our city.

If you want to spend what’s left of your summer travel money or get something unique for the school year, look no farther than Import Market and Rockin’ Rudy’s. You’ll find uniquely Missoula shopping at both of these downtown destinations. If you’re looking at spending a little more dough, then be sure to check out Karl Tyler Chevrolet and Cadillac. They offer a variety of vehicles to help you get your kids where they need to go or help your teen driver find their way to school too.

Do you want to enjoy a late night or two before school starts and the late night studying begins? If so, West Side Lanes and Carmike 10 both offer some great ways to enjoy night life. Anything from 3D movies to karaoke and to dancing, bowling and pool. There’s something for everyone.

Outdoor activities in Missoula can really vary widely. Our very own Missoula Fair Grounds offer some great outdoor viewing. Anything from monster trucks and demolition derbies to concerts and the fair. If you love even more outdoor activities than there is no better way to enjoy the outdoors than a swim, float or hike along the Clark Fork River.

Find New Roads Contest

If you haven’t submitted your entry for the Find New Roads contest yet, be sure to do it soon. A one-hour massage will be given away Sept. 8. for the best entry so far. The winner will also be entered to win the grand prize, which is worth $2,500 and includes outdoor gear from Bob Ward’s, and a weekend getaway at the Lemhi River with world-class fishing on a private estate.

All you have to do to enter to win the Grand Prize is snap a photo while you’re out on your adventures this summer and submit it to Karl Tyler Chevrolet and Bob Ward & Sons’ Find New Roads contest.

Submit your photo with the form below!

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If you're having trouble with the upload tool, you may also submit your entry by emailing JordanDawson@townsquaremedia.com. To be considered for a prize, emailed entries must include all of the same information from the fields above.

This blog is sponsored by Karl Tyler Chevrolet. Visit Karl Tyler Chevrolet at 3636 North Reserve Street, Missoula, MT 59808 or call 866-492-3671 for more information about the Find New Roads campaign and how you could win a getaway of a lifetime from Karl Tyler Chevrolet and Bob Ward & Sons.

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