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Mild Winter? Missoula Has Not Had a Below-Zero Day for Two Years [AUDIO]

Peter Christian — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 20:07:34 +0000

Now that spring is officially less than a week away, the National Weather Service has revealed some interesting statistics about the winter of 2012. Meteorologist Bob Nestor said Friday the average daily temperature this winter was 30.6 degrees, making it the seventh warmest winter in the last 30 years, and the 12th warmest since 1948. [...]

Best Flies for Catching Fish During Winter in Montana

Joy Larson — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:15:35 +0000

I’m sorry to inform you that this list is going to be rather short, as the fish naturally have limited real flies to choose from this time of year. This means, we don’t have very many tied flies that will work in the winter. My husband is an avid fly fisherman, even in the winter [...]

It's for The Birds

Alan K — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 17:21:47 +0000

How many of you have got your bird feeders filled and the suet blocks out for the winter birds? The small feeder I have up is frequented several times a day. There aren’t a lot of birds that do stay all winter in our area but those that do need the extra food we can provide them

Why I Love Snow

Joy Larson — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 19:41:10 +0000

It seems that people either love the snow or hate the snow. I am a snow lover, which is kind of weird because I don’t do any outdoor sports at all that involve snow or even ice. So then why do I like snow so much? I’ll tell you why. Photo courtesy of hubertk/flickr Sledding [...]

Brave Missoula Winters – Cold Weather Safety

Nikki — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 20:30:35 +0000

Many Missoula residents will admit they have a love/hate relationship with Montana’s brutal winters. Complete with sleet, graupel, snowdrifts that claim ownership of your vehicle. As annoying as our travel set-backs can be, the primary goal is preparing to actually brave the frigid conditions outdoors. Most importantly, whether traveling by vehicle or walking, is preparing children to brave these conditions with us. Many parents want to safely travel with their kiddos (no matter what age), so read on to learn how…

Missoula – Are You Ready for Winter?

Joy Larson — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 18:14:24 +0000

Am I the only one who wants to play hookie from work at least one day this week? This early snowfall is making me want to stay home and curl up with a cup of hot chocolate and a good book in front of a roaring fire.

Christmas in July – Top 5 Things I Miss About Snow

Joy Larson — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 03:19:09 +0000

With the uncomfortable sticky heat we’ve been suffering though lately, have you been longing for snow? Have you been dreaming of that white chilly goodness to envelope you in a beautiful blanket of white? Photo courtesy of Jer Kunz/flickr I’ve missed standing outside with my tongue sticking out like a small child just [...]

The Song "Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road" – Craig & Al Think Spring on This Snow Day

The Craig and Al Ghostwriter — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 11:04:07 +0000

It's taken a little while for all the pieces to come together, but Craig & Al were able to share this treat with us.

Getting Back on a Snowboard After 10 Years

brooke — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:12:59 +0000

What does it take to get back on the slopes after a 10-year hiatus? A positive attitude and a high pain tolerance.

Fight Cabin Fever

Alan K — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:00:32 +0000

Winter is for all those chores like making sure rifles and shotguns used last hunting season are cleaned and put away, separate from ammunition, and ammunition is reloaded.

5 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues

Joy Larson — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:34:28 +0000

It is hard this time of year not to get the winter blues. I have lived in Missoula almost my entire life, so I can attest to how rare it is to see the sun in the winter. This one seems to be the exception to that rule. I have accumulated a few tricks for [...]

What's Up With the Wind Chill Factor?

brooke — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:41:42 +0000

Strong winds in Missoula this week made mild temperatures feel downright chilly, which got me to thinking, what's the deal with the wind chill factor?

Snowy Owl Sighting in Polson

Alan K — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:43:49 +0000

A friend took the trip to Polson this past weekend for a look at the snowy owls that have taken up residence in the area. He got a pretty good picture. He also reported several skunk sightings/scentings along Hwy. 93. Our first reports of skunks came from the Frenchtown area, then Florence, then North Reserve [...]

What Do Groundhogs Know About Montana?

brooke — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:01:15 +0000

According to Punxutawney Phil, we only have six more weeks of winter. But most Montanans know that they should take this famous rodent's prediction with a grain of salt.

Snowmobiler Makes X Games History

Lafe Boucher — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:53:01 +0000

One of the coolest things in this year’s games was the front flip on a snowmobile by superstar Heath Frisby.

Our Own Hero Alan K Lands Himself on The Big Screen

The Craig and Al Ghostwriter — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:27:50 +0000

During last week's snow storm, Al was caught on camera being a good Samaritan by Kevin Maki from KECI Missoula. Check out the video and story here. His big scene is about 54 seconds in.

Stuck in the Snow

brooke — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:39:49 +0000

After Missoula was hit with record snowfall this week, my car and I were not prepared for the road ahead. Fortunately, we live in a town with lots of people who are willing to lend a helping hand.

Weather Forecasters Prediction Is "Smack Dab in the Middle"

Alan K — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:46:02 +0000

Check out the tool Al uses to bring you the weather report, the NOAA WMT Area Forecast Discussion.

With Snow in the Forecast for Missoula, Snowmen Can Teach Us A Lot

Alan K — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:22:55 +0000

I saw this on Icy Jokes and Riddles earlier this winter, but now that we have some snow it seems appropriate to share. Hope everyone has fun out there. • Wearing white is always in style – even after Labor Day. • Getting outside in the winter is good for your health. • It’s [...]

The Winter That Wasn't

brooke — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:54:14 +0000

The last couple of weeks have felt more like a spring thaw than the dead of winter, which has Montanans everywhere wondering what gives.