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🌱 Patch AM: What this new Fort Harrison land deal means for Helena’s outdoors
Spotted on the Helena calendar: Popular songs by Bob Jones
Hey there, Helena! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What this new Fort Harrison land deal means for Helena's outdoors
- Would you know the right call at that tricky ranch gate?
- How new wolf limits set in Helena could reshape Montana's hunting season
Also on today's calendar: Popular songs by Bob Jones and 3 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Carl G.!
Today's riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 91 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 88, low: 59.
- Sunday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 88 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Land conservation around Fort Harrison protects military readiness, wildlife, and public access (ktvh.com) — Just west of Helena, Prickly Pear Land Trust and Fort Harrison are expanding a conservation corridor that buffers military training while preserving wildlife habitat and public access. Funded through the REPI program and partner contributions, the project protects nearly 200 new acres, connects to Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, and secures long-term hunting and recreation opportunities for local residents. 
2. Promoting integrity: Hunter Landowner Stewardship Program (mt.gov) — Based out of Helena Fish, Wildlife & Parks is promoting its online Hunter Landowner Stewardship Program to boost hunter ethics and respect for private land. In just about 20 minutes of videos and quizzes, hunters can brush up on real-world scenarios, improve landowner relations, and even enter a raffle for gear and guided hunts.
3. Montana scales back wolf harvest after new estimate shows population decline (nbcmontana.com subscription) — From Helena, state wildlife officials have scaled back Montana's wolf harvest after new estimates showed the population is smaller and declining faster than thought. The Fish and Wildlife Commission set a 300‑wolf statewide limit, reduced individual bag limits, and tightened quotas near Yellowstone, sparking sharp debate between hunting advocates and wolf defenders ahead of the Sept. 15 season opener.
4. Montana committee weighs pilot program for corner crossing access (fairfieldsuntimes.com) — State wildlife officials meeting in Helena are exploring a pilot program to address "corner-locked" public lands, where access is blocked at property corners. The advisory committee's discussion, tied to an ongoing lawsuit over trespass rules, could shape future legislation affecting hunters and landowners across Montana.
5. Governor Gianforte Announces to End Orphan Tax (rounduprecord.com) — From Helena, Gov. Greg Gianforte says Montana will stop diverting Social Security survivor benefits from foster youth, ending what critics call the "orphan tax." The change, planned in his upcoming budget, aims to preserve funds for kids as they age out of care and follows a sharp drop in foster-care numbers statewide.
📸 Around Helena
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Helena
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★ Featured events ★
- Popular songs by Bob Jones →
BROTHERS TAPHOUSE, 2270 Nicolaus Rd, Lincoln
5:00 pm
Friday August 21
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Other local events
- ZamTrip & American Hitmen →
Lewis & Clark Tap Room, 1535 Dodge Ave, Helena
8:00 pm - Steak fry fundraiser →
West Main Street, W Main St, East Helena
9:00 am - Summer Community Celebration at the Clancy Old Red Schoolhouse →
3 N Main St, Clancy
3:30 pm - 227 Days Celebration →
14 W Main St, East Helena
8:00 am - 227 Days →
East Helena Main Street Park
11:00 am
Friday August 21
Monday August 24
Friday August 28
Saturday August 29
🗓 Events Nearby
- Disco Daddy Summerfest →
Lakeside on Hauser, 5295 York Rd, Helena
5:00 pm - EVMS Open House
EAST HELENA K-12 SCHOOL DISTRICT East Helena, MT 59635
4:00 pm - Open House for: LittleLante's, PPE & Radley
EAST HELENA K-12 SCHOOL DISTRICT East Helena, MT 59635
4:30 pm - Welcome Back to School!
EAST HELENA K-12 SCHOOL DISTRICT East Helena, MT 59635
8:00 am - Montana Distillers Guild: Last Chance Spirits Festival →
Best Western Premier Helena Great Northern Hotel, 835 Great Northern Blvd, Helena
4:00 pm - EVMS & EHHS Picture Day!
EAST HELENA K-12 SCHOOL DISTRICT East Helena, MT 59635
8:00 am - Radley Picture Day!
EAST HELENA K-12 SCHOOL DISTRICT East Helena, MT 59635
8:00 am
Saturday August 22
Monday August 24
Wednesday August 26
Saturday August 29
Tuesday September 1
Wednesday September 2
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Missing a duck?
It wandered to our house (North Glass Dr) this morning and is tame. Please message me if it belongs to you! (Nextdoor North Hills) - Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention FREE CLASSES
Every Thursday 10-11 am Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention by Dr Lam has been shown to relieve pain and reduce falls. Tai Chi has slow,… (Nextdoor Upper Eastside)
- Lowe's Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Sales – Part Time in Helena. Apply here.
- CDM Smith posted a job opening for Senior Project Controls Specialist - Construction in Helena. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Helena here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A sponge (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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