Gallatin Valley Kind: Building Continuity Across Community

Gallatin Valley, once known as the “Valley of Flowers,” has long been a place of gathering, rich in natural beauty and cultural history. Once sacred ground for Indigenous tribes like the Blackfeet, Crow, and Sioux, it remains a place people are drawn to—for its outdoor opportunities, vibrant communities, and quality of life. With Gallatin County growing rapidly, and towns like Bozeman, Big Sky, and West Yellowstone thriving, the challenge now is to balance that growth with care for the land and each other. Let’s enjoy all this valley has to offer—while being Gallatin Valley Kind.

The Gallatin Valley Kind is a partnership of organizations working together to help maintain and steward our local resources. Our goal is to provide consistent messaging to help everyone be respectful of each other and the resources that make living and playing here so wonderful.

Hike Kind: Walk with a Welcome

Hit the trail with a friendly wave and a smile. A little trail courtesy goes a long way toward making the outdoors better for everyone.

Ride Kind: Pedal Positivity

Riding kind means sharing the trail, yielding to all other users, and keeping singletracks single. It’s how we keep access open and good vibes flowing.

Ski Kind: Glide with Grace

From first tracks to gliding down hills, skiing kind means sharing the snow and bringing your best self to the trail. A little awareness makes winter wonderful for all.

Wag Kind: Trail Buddies Welcome

When you and your pup head outside, you’re part of a bigger pack. Keep tails wagging by staying leashed where required, picking up waste, and giving others plenty of space--including wildlife.

Hunt Kind: Carry On the Tradition

Montana’s hunting heritage runs deep. Hunting kind means knowing your surroundings, respecting others’ space, and honoring the land and the wildlife that sustain the tradition.

Fish Kind: Cast with Care

Whether you're fishing high country creeks, floating with a guide, or casting from the bank, fishing kind means sharing the water, packing out trash, and treating every waterway like a treasure.

Run Kind: Run with Everyone—Share the Trails

Fast or slow, short loop or long haul—running kind means being aware of other trail users and running single file to prevent trail erosion.