Montana’s chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers strives to protect large parcels of backcountry fish and wildlife habitat, as well as the opportunity for traditional non-motorized hunting and fishing experiences.
Montana’s chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers strives to protect large parcels of backcountry fish and wildlife habitat, as well as the opportunity for traditional non-motorized hunting and fishing experiences.
BPA delivers reliable, affordable, and carbon-free hydropower produced in the Columbia River Basin to communities across the Northwest.
MACD’s mission is to support Montana’s conservation districts in promoting and maintaining a landscape where soil, water, and other natural resources are conserved and utilized for the benefit of all Montanans in cooperation with landowners, state and federal agencies, and other partners.
"Western Montana waters are more than just rivers and lakes. They are the lifeblood of its ecosystems and the heart of its communities. We rely on them to sustain biodiversity, fuel economic prosperity, and provide boundless recreational opportunities. Protecting these waters is not just a responsibility; its and investment in the future—a pledge to preserve the natural wonders that define Western Montana's spirit and soul."
Gina Hodges, City of Kalispell
MBMG’s mission is to provide information for the sound use of Montana’s geological and water resources.
The Montana Department of Commerce works with statewide and local partners, private industry, and small businesses to enhance and sustain economic prosperity in Montana.
Montana DEQ’s mission is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana.
"We live at the headwaters of the Columbia River Basin. It's our job to be good stewards of the aquatic resources in western Montana to benefit not only us, but also our downstream neighbors."
Mike Koopal, Whitefish Lake Institute
The DNRC’s mission is to help ensure that Montana’s land and water resources provide benefits for present and future generations.
MDT’s mission is to plan, build, operate, and maintain a safe and resilient transportation infrastructure to move Montana forward.
Montana FWP’s mission is to steward the fish, wildlife, parks, and recreational resources for the public, now and into the future.
"In Missoula, we are blessed with a clean, prolific aquifer. It is important that we prioritize stewardship, acknowledging that many in this country and around the world suffer for lack of what we have in abundance."
Tracey Campbell, Stormwater, City of Missoula
MISC’s mission is to protect Montana’s economy, ecological resources, and public health and safety by assessing and bolstering Montana’s invasive species efforts through a coordinated approach to keep invasive species out of Montana.
Montana Trout Unlimited conserves, protects, and restores Montana’s coldwater fisheries and their watersheds.
Montana Walleyes Unlimited seeks to coordinate and support members’ efforts to develop projects to sustain and improve Walleye and warm water fishing opportunities for future generations.
"We can have control over nonpoint source pollution issues like failing septic systems and urban stormwater to protect our groundwater and surface waters."
Mike Koopal, Whitefish Lake Institute
MWCC seeks to unite and support Montana’s community-based conservation networks to promote healthy and productive watersheds.
The National Park Service is a department of the US Department of the Interior dedicated to preserving and maintaining the nation’s National Park system.
NRCS is a department of the US Department of Agriculture dedicated to delivering conservation solutions so that agricultural producers can protect natural resources and feed a growing world.
"Healthy rivers and lakes in western Montana provide recreational opportunities, support aquatic ecosystems, and deliver quality water for drinking and irrigation. Clean water is championed by agencies like ours but can only be achieved through partnerships and by engaging communities to protect the region's waters. Clean water requires action, and it starts with all of us."
DEQ, Water Quality Planning Bureau
EPA’s mission is to protect human health and the environment.
The USFS seeks to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.
USACE seeks to deliver vital engineering solutions, in collaboration with our partners, to secure our nation, energize our economy, and reduce disaster risk.
"We can't let the phrase, 'This is how we've always done it', discourage progress."
Tracey Campbell, Stormwater, City of Missoula
USBR’s mission is to manage, develop, and protect water and related resources in an environmentally and economically sound manner in the interest of the American public.
The USFWS works with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.
The USGS brings an array of earth, water, biological, and mapping data and expertise to bear in support of decision-making on environmental, resource, and public safety issues.
"Montana Waters: Clearly Connected is about more than water quality, it represents community and our collective spirit to safeguard the world class aquatic resources of western Montana."
Mike Koopal, Whitefish Lake Institute
