Trail Listening Post

An unlikely creature could be set to pass its amazing ability on to humans, the secret of regeneration. We just have to save the last 100 of them to make this a reality. "Secrets of the Salamanders" is screening virtually April 17-May 15 For more information on the 44th Annual IWFF go to wildlifefilms.org

Largely unnoticed amidst vehicle traffic, industrial sites and construction, wild salmon are returning to their ancient spawning grounds in the city of Vancouver. After 80 years, people can now witness the autumn spectacle of these powerful swimmers fighting to reach the streams they hatched in. Filmed over many years, "The Return" takes us into enclaves of wilderness within the city. For more inf...

 The YMCA Riverbank Run is back for its 49th year! This year, the YMCA of Missoula is offering both in-person and virtual race options. The in-person run will take place on Saturday April 24th. Visit riverbankrun.org for pricing and registration. 

For this year’s concert, the Missoula Symphony Orchestra will be performing Camille Saint-Saëns’, “The Carnival of the Animals,” - with a Montana twist! Once again, the Missoula Symphony is  partnering with the Montana Natural History Center and local theatre professional, Rosie Seitz-Ayers, to provide an engaging and educational concert for both kids and adults. You won’t want to miss this hilari...

This year we’re staying healthy together and providing all the essentials for hosting a Farm Party in your backyard, neighborhood, or local park.  We’ll provide beverages, live streamed local music (from the PEAS Farm!), and a list of local restaurants that deeply support local farms who have lost revenue during the pandemic (allowing us to give the food we grow for the party to the Missoula Food...

Sherrie Neff made the trek from Great Falls to talk to Robert Chase about the new Museum of Montana located in Great Falls. 

Robert Chase is joined by Kelly Hill to talk about the Spring Folic Herb Forum on March 7th at the Still Room Conference Room in Missoula.

Robert Chase talks to Sarah Marker and Jennie Vader about the International Women's Day Event at Free Cycles on March 6th.

Nutrition Specialist Dean Thompson comes by The Trail to talk about March for Meals. The Meals on Wheels program provides nutritious meals and safety checks for homebound adults.

Missoula Downtown Association Marketing and Events Director Lincoln Mansch talks Winter Brewfest 2020 with The Trail's Robert Chase. Enjoy the extra day on February 29 at Caras Park from 2-6 with over 35 Montana beers, non-alcoholic coffee and hot cocoa, and a DJ with the tunes!

Director of the Missoula Symphony Chorale Dean Peterson and fourth guest of the Masterwork Series Scott Seaton swing by The Trail to talk about Javelin on February 29th and March 1st at the Dennison Theatre.

Robert Chase is joined by Tucker Sargent to talk about youth lacrosse registration.

Robert Chase is joined by Rachel Gregg from the Big Sky Film Institute.

Make-A-Wish Montana CEO Doug Koester stops in to talk about the Montana Beardies Competition running through March. Turn your whiskers into wishes! Start your own fundraiser, share your beard with family and friends, and encourage them to "vote" for your beard with a donation to Make-A-Wish Montana. Register your beard at montanabeardies.com.

Kevi Berger from the Hospice Care Foundation swings by The Trail to talk about their upcoming "50's Doo Wop" at the 2020 Hospice Benefit Ball held at the Hilton Garden Inn-Missoula, Friday, February 28th.

Executive Director of Montana World Affairs Council Chris Hyslop stopped by The Trail to talk about the first ever Global Trivia at Imagine Nation Brewing on February 6th.

Executive Director of the Missoula Symphony Orchestra Jo May introduces us to Paul McShee, who is the third conductor in their Masterworks Series. On February 1st and 2nd, concert-goers will be moved by Mozart's emotionally stirring Requiem in D Minor as Paul McShee conducts the Orchestra & Chorale. Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 5, known as the Reformation Symphony, completes the program.

Amy Lariviere from the MCT swings by The Trail to tell Robert Chase about their upcoming production of "Leading Ladies." The show opens January 23rd.

Charley Macorn swings by The Morning Trail to tell Robert Chase about HomeGrown Comedy Presents: "The Last Comedy Show on Earth." The show is on New Year's Eve at the new ZACC on Main Street starting at 7:30 PM.

John Floridis swung by Trail Studios with Ed Stalling to talk to Tommy on The Lunchbox about their Missoula Winter Benefit Concerts 2019. Floridis and Stalling are performing three different shows on December 20th, 21st, and 22nd. 100% of the proceeds go to benefitting organizations. This is an opportunity to relax from all of the stress of the holiday season, enjoy fantastic local music, and as F...

Development Director Kathryn Hungerford of Missoula Aging Services swings by The Trail to talk to Robert Chase about this year's Giving Tree Program. Each tag on a Giving Tree will let you know what your generous financial contribution will do to help an older adult in the community. Put a little love in your heart and find a Giving Tree at any one of these fine locations: o Subaru of Missoula, 16...

Director of Development and Marketing Erin Wilkins from United Way of Missoula County visits Robert Chase on The Morning Trail to tell us about the United Way's Year-End Giving Campaign and what they do for Missoula County.

Mike Smith is joined on The Trail Lunchbox by Missoula band Motorhome ! They visited the studios ahead of their record release party last week, and they played some tunes, shared their origin story, and provided a few thoughts about what went into their latest record. For more information about Motorhome, visit their Facebook page @motorhomeband .

Director of Global and Cultural Affairs at Arts Missoula Udo Fluck swings by The Trail again to tell everyone about the Fall World View Film Film Series ar the Roxy. The final film in the series is "Exit Through the Gift Shop" on December 9 at 7 PM.

Robert Chase is joined by Aylette Wright from Partners in Home Care to discuss their upcoming Tree of Life Ceremony. In December, Partners In Home Care’s Hospice program holds an event to honor and remember those who have died. It’s called the Tree of Life Ceremony. The evening event starts with a brief lighting of the tree at Rose Memorial Park.  Everyone is then invited to meet at St. Paul Luthe...