| Are permits required for hunting in Montana? |
Yes, and they're available through several local sportsman's stores or at the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks ofice at 1820 Meadowlark Lane in Butte. Phone: 406/494-1953.
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| Does Butte have a Farmer's Market? |
Yes. The market runds every Saturday, from 9am to 1pm, June through September. It is located in Historic Uptown Butte, on Main Street, between Park and Broadway.
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| How big is Montana? |
Montana is the fourth largest state, at 147,000 square miles.
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| How much does a Montana fishing license cost? |
Non-resident fishing licenses are available at varied prices, depending on length of validity. Licenses are available at most fishing & sporting goods stores. Visit www.fwp.mt.gov for fishing regs.
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| In what Time Zone is Butte found? |
U.S. Mountain Standard Time
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| What airlines service Butte? |
Horizon Air (an Alaska Airlines partner) phone: 406/494-1705; and Skywest Airlines (Delta Connection) phone: 406/494-4000.
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| What is Montana's State Flower? Bird? Animal? Nicknames? |
The state flower is the Bitterroot; the bird is the Meadowlark; the animal is the Grizzly Bear; and Montana is known as the Treasure State or Big Sky Country.
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| What is the average climate in Butte? |
The average daytime temperature in January (winter) is 30 degrees Fahrenheit, while July's average is about 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
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| What is the elevation of Butte? |
Butte is 5,280 feet above sea level.
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| What is the Population of Butte? of Montana? |
The estimated population for 2004, based on the 2000 US Census is: Butte - 34,606; Montana - 908,453
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| What is there to do in Butte? |
Butte offers a wealth of fun tourist attractions and recreational opportunities, sure to satisfy visitors of all ages. For more information, visit the attractions information section of this site.
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| What major events is Butte known for? |
Annual events include: a St. Patrick's Day celebration; Freedom Festival; Evel Knievel Days; Art, Antique & Ethnic Food Fair; Montana's Irish Cultural Heritage Festival; Art Walks; Christmas Stroll
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| What rivers begin in Montana? |
The Columbia and the Missouri River both begin in Montana.
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| When does hunting season start? |
It depends on the type of game you're seeking, and whether you will be bow hunting or rifle hunting. See the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks website for more information: www.fwp.mt.gov
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| Where can I find job listings? |
Available Resources include: The Montana Standard classified ads (www.montanastandard.com) and the Butte Job Service Hotline: 406/494-0338.
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| Where can I get a list of apartments available for rent? |
We suggest you contact any of the realtors or apartment complexes listed in the membership directory of www.butteinfo.org. You may also visit the classified section at www.montanastandard.com.
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| Where will I find the Butte Visitor Information Center? |
The Butte Visitor Center is located in our Chamber of Commerce Building, at 1000 George St. Exit 126 at Montana Street.
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| Where will I find the Butte Chamber of Commerce? |
The Butte Chamber of Commerce is located at 1000 George Street. The phone number is 406-723-3177.
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| Does Butte have an airport? |
Yes, the Bert Mooney Airport is located at 101 Airport Rd. in Butte. The phone number is 406-494-3771.
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