Local Resources
This directory of local resources will assist you in gathering valuable information about the Swan Valley, Blackfoot Valley and Seeley Lake areas.
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Swan Valley Conservation - Please use the links above to learn more about the collaborative efforts underway in the Swan Valley to protect working forestland, public
access, and wildlife habitat.
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| Swan Valley Conservation Issues - The overriding conservation issue in the Swan Valley at present is the divestment of Plum Creek "Higher and Better Use" lands. As lands are converted from working forest lands with public access to private residential developments many aspects of our landscape and our community are threatened. | |
| Swan Valley Comprehensive (land use) Plan - ftp://www.co.missoula.mt.us/opg2/Documents/CompPlans/SwanPlan/SwanPlanLP.htm Edit/copy this link into your web browser | |
| Conservation Easements - An Introduction to Conservation Easements What is a Conservation Easement? | |
| Swan Ecosystem Center - Swan Ecosystem Center (SEC) is a nonprofit citizens' group in the Upper Swan Valley of northwestern Montana. The SEC helps citizens work with the Forest Service, other public agencies, schools, and representatives of the timber industry on projects designed to maintain the valley's rural and wild characteristics and a sustainable economy. | |
| Blackfoot Challenge - Private landowners take the lead and public agencies follow in a shared goal-to keep large landscapes intact and rural lifestyles vital. | |
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Aerial Photos/Topo Maps - Use this tool to see aerial photos and topo maps of any section of land in Montana.
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U.S. Forest Service Map of the Swan Valley -
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Montana Highway Map - Montana Highway Map. This is a pdf that you can zoom/pan to areas of interest.
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Maps of Montana - Use this mapping tool to study land ownership patterns, weather patterns, and other characteristics of the Montana landscape.
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Interactive Mapper - With this interactive mapping tool, you can specify a study area in Montana, and gain access to a wealth of information about that particular location.
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| Plan a visit...Experience SwanValleyLiving! | |
Travel Montana - Montana Vacation Planner
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Vacation Rentals - Beautiful Homes & Cabins...Lakefront, Riverfront, Secluded Mountain Settings.
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Year round recreation offering lodging and dining options for families and groups. - Nestled in the heart of the Seeley Swan Valley you will find one of the premiere resorts in Western Montana offering four seasons of fun and adventure. You can enjoy Montana fly fishing, Montana golf, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, hiking Montana, cross-country skiing, Montana snowmobiling, horse drawn sleigh rides and moreĀ
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Wilderness Adventures - Thunderbow Outfitters offers pack trips, horse back riding, fishing, photography, river float trips, camping, lodging, cook outs, Alpine lakes, Swan River and Bob Marshall Wilderness. We will customize your trip to fit the activities you want to do. Families are our specialty !!
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Wilderness Adventures - Monture Crick Outfitters offer horse and mule pack trips into the magnificent "Bob Marshall Wilderness", in northwestern Montana. This protected area encompasses over 1.5 million acres of lush rich meadows, high, alpine passes, and gorgeous rivers.
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| Area Information | |
| Local Information - Folks in Montana refer to this region as the Seeley-Swan Valley. This Valley is 80 miles long and its small, rural communities are connected by Highway 83. Highway 83 connects to Highway 200 on the south end and Highway 35 is on the north end. | |
| State of Montana Useful Information - Welcome to the State of Montana's official Website, a portal providing instant access to government services and information. We invite you to use this tool to explore and discover our state, to contact our agencies, and to experience the convenience of our many online services. | |
This is where we play! - ..... It is only one of the reasons we choose to live here.
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| Relocation Links | |
| Swan Valley Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
