Montana again
Posted: October 22nd, 2009 by Scott
We decided after what felt like a considerably warmer yet drizzly night of camping in Mammoth that the plan we had of leaving the park via the Northeast exit and seeing a few more sights and wildlife along the way was not a viable option. We failed to look at the map earlier to read that just beyond that entrance, the highway closes due to winter weather in Mid-October. Luckily we noticed that before driving two hours to find that out the hard way.
As an alternative we exited through the North entrance in Gardiner, MT. We were lucky enough to see some Big Horned Sheep on our way out of the park. We scared them a bit when we slowed to take a picture, they started climbing the hillside as they are known to do, then inappropriateness ensued.
Come on, this is a family park!
We headed north to I-90 and across to Billings where we stopped at Montana Brewing Co. for lunch. We tried a couple of their beers, a Red ale and a seasonal Pumpkin ale which Courtney enjoyed.
Montana Brewing Company
Tonight we’re resting comfortably and warmly again in a hotel in Sheridan, WY. Showers and hot water are a welcome luxury.
Comments
Comment from Hipp
Time October 23, 2009 at 10:20 am
Are you going to Big Sky Brewing? Moose Drool Brown Ale is one of my all time favorites!
Comment from Scott
Time October 24, 2009 at 4:29 pm
No, unfortunately we didn’t make it as far north as Missoula. We’ll have to see if we can buy some at one of the local stores!
Comment from kathy
Time October 23, 2009 at 1:08 pm
I can’t resist ordering anything pumpkin this time of year!
Comment from Pam
Time October 23, 2009 at 7:50 am
I love reading of your adventures! You two are getting so much done.