A River Runs Through It: A History of Montana's Waters

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Program Description

Water abounds in Montana, and much of it is legendary. This program analyzes the history of our famous rivers and lakes, through the eyes of explorers and our state's American Indian tribes.

Topics

• Montana's two largest waterways: The Yellowstone and the Missouri
• Montana's largest lake: Flathead
• American Indian legends about Montana's rivers and lakes
• The geological formation of Montana's lakes and rivers

Speakers

• A local river guide.
• A representative from your local chamber of commerce.
• A representative from the Montana Historical Society.
• A representative from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks.

Basics

• One 1 ½ hour session
• Auditorium-style seating
• Planning: 2 hours for planning

Learn More About It

• The Flathead Convention and Visitors Bureau offers a brief history on their Web site:
  http://www.fcvb.org/historyoftheflathead.php
• The Flathead Lakers explore the formation of Flathead Lake on their Web site with an article that originally appeared in Montana magazine:
  http://www.flatheadlakers.org/flathead_lake_basin/history_geology/index.html

Make It Special

Display your library's map collection that highlights Montana's rivers and lakes.

Market It

Distribute flyers to local fishing guides and at local outdoor stores. Also distribute flyers in local businesses, places of employment, workout facilities, and on college campuses.