Montana's Trailhead - A vibrant 144 page book that takes you on a historical journey into Billings' past.

This hardcover book has 144 pages and more than 200 photographs. It showcases Billings’ rich history, vibrant growth, and forever views. With her accomplished writing, Billings’ author, Sue Hart , vividly brings to life Billings, a city founded in 1882. Even its most enthusiastic early boosters could not have imagined its current size or importance to the region. Billings still maintains its small-town feel in several respects, and honors its past through exhibits at the Western Heritage Center and the Yellowstone County Museum, which sits atop the sandstone Rimrocks that tower above the city’s north side.

If you have ever wondered about Martha Jane Canary, also known as the infamous “Calamity Jane”, or where Charles Lindbergh worked – now is your chance to find out! Billings is Montana's Trailhead. From here your trail connects the past, the present and the future. You can reserve this beautifully-illustrated, historical keepsake for yourself as well as family, friends, and/or business associates.

The 8 1/2” x 11” publication features the colorful characters, unique events, and discoveries that have shaped the city. This book is perfect for school systems, libraries, historical buffs, and personal collections. The photographs as well as Sue Hart’s narration make this book a wonderful learning tool, memorabilia for family heritage, or a reminder of a visit. This is a wonderful gift. Just open the book, step into its pages, and feel the spirit of a settlement that became a thriving city.

To purchase your volume at the pre-sale discounted price of $29.95 (plus $6.00 shipping and handling), please complete the order form linked below.

After January 1, 2010 th ebook is $34.95.

For more information, contact the Billings Chamber of Commerce/Convention and Visitors Bureau at 406.245.4111 or e-mail info@billingschamber.com.

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You are about to visit the land where General Custer fought the Sioux and Cheyenne, where Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse led their people through struggles and to victories, where William Clark left his signature as the Lewis & Clark Expedition passed through and where Calamity Jane raised a ruckus. Learn about the old Railroad history that Billings was built on and about its namesake: Frederick Billings.

Billings is a special place to live, work and recreate.

From here, your trail can take you back in time or to the top of the world, anywhere or nowhere at all. So weigh the possibilities, get ready for the trek of a lifetime and then decide…

Billings is Montana’s city.

Where people share a common belief in family, opportunity and adventure. Inspired by an authentic spirit of possibility and aspiration, Billings is a very special place - somewhere between “open space” and “western pace.” Shaped by the Yellowstone River and sheltered by the Rims, Billings is the cradle of progressive regional commerce, providing healthcare, transportation, diverse educational opportunities, cuisine, arts and culture. A place of forever views, forever memories, and the adventure of the untamed wilderness right out your front door. Billings connects you to warm, genuine, hardworking people who possess a perspective on life that is uniquely Montanan and inherently individual. People who look you in the eye and take time to welcome you home.

Billings is a place to explore the many adventures Montana has to offer and still be home for dinner.

Air Transportation

Billings Logan Airport provides non-stop service to nine cities. “One of the best served small-market airports in the country.” Get a direct flight to Denver, Minneapolis/St.Paul, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Chicago (seasonal), Atlanta (seasonal, and Seattle.

Climate

Mild year-round with low humidity. Average highs of 87 degrees in July and 32 degrees in January. Average snowfall is 56" and average rainfall is 13.89".

Elevation

3,126 feet above sea level

Lodging

Over 4,000 sleeping rooms available, in addition to nearby camping and RV parking.

Population

Billings: 101,000 (2007)
Yellowstone County: 130,000 (2007)

Time Zone

U.S. Mountain Standard Time