In 2014 we took action to stop the state of Montana from permitting a copper mine in the headwaters of the Smith River. It’s now 2016, and the same proposal is back. A small Canadian company, Tintina Resources, has partnered with…
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Riparian Buffers PSA
Riparian buffers are important for good water quality in Montana! We worked with Sunrise Flyshop, a leading guide and outfitter shop located in Melrose, Montana, to put together this Riparian Buffers video showing incredible flyover footage of the Big Hole…
Pollution Patrol Report: Fertilizer Spill on Hwy 191/Taylor Fork Bridge
Around 5pm on Monday, May 4th 2015 a semi hauling two pup trailers full of fertilizer slid and tipped one trailer on Hwy 191, about 14 miles south of Big Sky, spilling substantial amounts of fertilizer. The accident occurred directly…
Earth Day in Montana
Today we celebrate the 45th Earth Day and remember the first Earth Day in 1970, when 20 million Americans took to the streets to demand clean water, clean air and the protection of America’s natural resources. That first Earth Day…
Collaborating to Build Stronger Stormwater Pollution Permits
Did you know Upper Missouri Waterkeeper works with state officials and local, municipal leaders to prevent water pollution? It’s true! One unique role Upper Missouri Waterkeeper plays is that of a public advocate for clean water in stakeholder groups at…
Request a Speaker!
Did you know that the Upper Missouri Waterkeeper is available to speak about SW and West-Central Montana’s rivers, threats to our river basin, and our work protecting the river and its communities? The Upper Missouri Waterkeeper, as well as organization…