The Time, It’s a’Changin’….

 I94 runs east and west across some of the most awesome, yet intimidating vistas in the country. North Dakota was fascinating in its own way, but Montana deserves the “Big Sky Country” name. Montana is the fourth largest state by area, but ranks 46th in population at just over a million citizens! It’s a transition state, where the eastern half is characterized by prairie terrain and badlands, turning to mountain ranges in the west. Acquired in the Louisiana Purchase, Montana was explored by fur trappers and, of course, Lewis and Clark, with homesteaders, miners and ranchers pouring in soon after. Today, ranching, agriculture, and minerals make up a large part of the state’s economy. And, speaking of economy, one of Montanas  industries is as one of the country’s largest location of  microbreweries! Who knew?

Zipping along with the speed limit holding at 80, we marveled at the surroundings.

Near LaSalle, we spotted the worlds largest cow.

And at the Gladstone off ramp, we saw geese in flight!

Unbeknownst to us, Montana is one of the country’s largest wind turbine locations.

Tens of thousands of acres of grain and corn are grown every year (hence the microbreweries?)

Big Sky, indeed!

We stopped for the night at Small Town RV Park in Terry, Montana. Terry is a town of some 500 souls that harks back to the old west, with dirt roads and derelict buildings.

The rv park is operated by a couple who believe in customer service! All the expected utilities are available, along with a personal trash can, an entry mat, a guide to Montana attractions, and a half dozen fresh farm raised eggs!

We will be leaving tomorrow, heading to the most populous city in the state. Going west!

The time? We’re in the Mountain Time zone now.