"Bozeman Ice Festival (BIF) teaches on-ice instructional clinics in Hyalite Canyon, one of America's longest and most influential histories in waterfall ice climbing. While sharing the beloved wilderness experience of Hyalite during the day, Ice Fest brings to town demos of the latest gear, world-class athletes and guides, inspiring films and evening entertainment, and the legendary camaraderie of the climbing tribe." - bozemanicefest.com/our-story. Being recruited to document this event was a highlight of 2016.

Chasing boats down the mighty Gallatin River - sprinting across highways, lunging, straddling, and squatting on top of rocks, all working to find the right angle, the best light, and that moment that cements a lasting memory for every thrill seeker and sports fan to brave some of Montana's most challenging Whitewater is where you can find Heather each summer. Since 2018, she has coordinated the staffing, marketing, and documentation of the Rafting and Ziplining adventures guided by Montana Whitewater Rafting Co.

With the name Izakaya Three Fish referring to Chef Paul Naugale and Travis Lang, and mixologist Maddie Honnold, this trio brings a unique dining experience unlike any most would expect in the smaller mountain town Bozeman, MT. From Wednesday to Friday nights, two sittings at 6 and 8 pm allow 10 people to taste 20 culinary creations from their imaginations. "The restaurant's logo features the Japanese kanji letter izakaya, the words for "stay, drink, and place." The style of the food served is in an omakase manner with the dishes chosen by the cook. Diners change when you step into Izakaya Three Fish. Immediately, the frenzied throbbing of the surrounding bars disappears, and the sensation of "Eastern meets the Cowboy." - Gems Hidden from the Sea at Izakaya Three Fish by Stella Fong for food and cooking in the Montana News. Izakaya is a type of informal Japanese bar that serves drinks and usually snacks. "Izakaya" is the combination of three kanji, which mean stay-drink-place. Omakase: a Japanese phrase used when ordering food that translates loosely to "I trust you. Please serve me your interpretation of my desires."

MWFC is a community-focused climbing festival. The event provides a space for non-dominant genders to express themselves, climb, share stories, and make connections. MWFC brings climbers from Montana and the broader Mountain West together for clinics, guest lectures, group yoga sessions, and many other group activities. These activities foster allyship and self-reliance that serve and empower attendees beyond the rock.