Montana winter

There are plenty of ways to beat the winter blues in Montana—you just have to put in the effort. We are here to give you some great ideas!

After a winter stretch here in Southwest Montana that has included subzero temperatures and heavy snow over the last couple of weeks, many have been spending more time inside that they usually do. Some more than others. Too much time indoors can lead to "cabin fever", the feeling of restlessness and isolation from being indoors too long. While challenging, there are several ways to keep your mind engaged and your mood lifted.

The first real cold snap of the winter is here and hopefully it finds you warm and toasty. With extreme cold comes a greater likelihood of something going wrong in your home or with your vehicle. Although the weather is uncomfortable and sometimes downright miserable, there are a few things that you can do to make sure things stay running smoothly in your household.

This is the time of year when jumpstarts and dead batteries are common with Montana motorists. Ideally you would have a fully-charged battery and a heated garage to get you through the winter but for the vast majority of us, that is not the case. Here are some tips to help you and your vehicle make it through the cold stretch.