Montana Backcountry Alliance

09/18/2026

Please comment on the Travel Management Rule by Weds. Sept. 23. https://mailchi.mp/8d780832b82b/travel-18261299

09/09/2026

Speak up for our roadless, winter backcountry areas! https://mailchi.mp/273debd15aea/roadless-18261084

07/13/2026

😢Love and hugs to David's family and the entire WWA and backcountry community.

It is with profound sadness that we share the sudden and unexpected passing of our Executive Director, David Page, who died alongside his beloved dog Rio, following a tragic car accident on Teton Pass in Wyoming on July 7, 2026.

To know David was to know his boundless energy, his uncanny wit, and his love of adventure. He was a zealous backcountry skier, a passionate advocate for wild places, and someone who believed deeply that meaningful progress begins with open dialogue, curiosity, and collaboration. He was also a fearless leader and gifted writer whose words invited people to see winter landscapes with greater wonder and purpose.

Above all else, David loved his family and was a devoted husband, a proud father, a dog lover, and a friend to so many. His kindness, integrity, and deep sense of purpose touched countless lives, both within our organization and throughout the outdoor community.

As we grieve this tremendous loss, our hearts are with David's wife, Allison; his sons, Jasper and Beckett; his family; and the many friends, colleagues, and community members who knew him.

David's legacy will live on in the winter landscapes he loved, the public lands he worked tirelessly to protect, the words he wrote, and the community he helped build. We remain committed to carrying that work forward in his honor.

01/12/2026

Skiers and riders! It's time for our annual film festival, this year in partnership with Arc'Teryx, that pays for plowing to popular winter trailheads, advocating for human-powered recreation on public lands, and public access in general. Plus our famous RAFFLE with full ski kits from Arc'Teryx, backcountry gear, yurt stays, and more sweet prizes, as per usual. And this year - better films! We promise.

Join us in BOZEMAN pm Thursday, January 15 at the Emerson.

Join us in MISSOULA on Friday, January 23 at the Wilma.

Montana Backcountry Alliance, in partnership with Arc’teryx Equipment, is thrilled to announce our 2026 film festival. Thursday, January 15 Doors open at 6:00PM  |  Screenings begins at 7:00PM Crawford Theater $21+ general admission Tickets available at the door or online. This annual winter bac...

01/07/2026

Hey Missoula skiers & riders! Grab your tickets to Friday's Arc'teryx Backcountry Skiing Film Festival! Click for more info. https://mailchi.mp/1d959db5ec71/arcteryxbsff

Logjam Presents is pleased to welcome Arc’teryx Backcountry Skiing Film Festival at The Wilma on Friday, January 23, 2026.

09/17/2025

Comments due on Friday. Follow the link to submit yours. Thanks for speaking up for roadless backcountry!

Skiers and riders–Speak up THIS WEEK to protect backcounty skiing/riding in MT roadless areas! You may have heard that this administration trying to roll back the Roadless Rule, which is the biggest attack on our public lands other than outright sales. The Roadless Rule, which prevents road buildi...

04/26/2025

Missoula Gives runs May 1-May 2. Please make a contribution to help support our work plowing roads to trailheads (like Gash & Wisherd), improving skiing on Marshall, and ensuring the Lolo N.F. protects our favorite backcountry spots during forest planning.

I’m ready to support Montana Backcountry Alliance on May 1, 2025 during Missoula Gives. Learn more about Montana Backcountry Alliance and all the other organizations participating in Missoula Gives.

01/19/2025

Thanks to everyone who came out Thursday for the Backcountry Film Festival at The Wilma. It was a great time! See you next year! Please sign up for our email list to stay updated on Lolo forest planning, Marshall Mtn and other backcountry skiing related issues.

We don't send very many emails. But when we do, it's because we've got some important news to share about backcountry skiing and riding in Montana. Sign up below and the snow gods will smile upon you.

10/01/2024

Heads up! USFS avalanche forecasting centers at risk! ACTION
Last week U.S. Forest Service Chief Moore announced that the agency will not be hiring any seasonal employees in FY25, which starts October 1st. Furthermore, permanent seasonals will not be permitted to work beyond their tour of duty (either 18 or 13 weeks). This hiring freeze will have a significant and immediate impact on winter recreation, including avalanche forecasting.
Sign this letter to urge the USFS to exempt forecasting!

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11/27/2023

On Giving Tuesday, Groove Solventless will be donating $1 from each purchase to support the Montana Backcountry Alliance! So head over to Groove on Tuesday and help provide a voice for backcountry skiing & riding in Montana! Thanks!