Into the unknown: 5 Montana destinations you’ve never heard of
We all know about Yellowstone and Glacier National Park. We’ve seen the grizzly bears, the bighorn sheep and the waterfalls.
Conference ’16: Billings
Journey back in time: Places to experience history in southeast Montana
Southeast Montana has seen its fair share of history. The Great Sioux War began here when Chief Red Cloud declared war on the forts along the Bozeman Trail and the soldiers trespassing on his land.
Photo scavenger hunt and all-comers contest: Creatively compose images to win money
It’s time to prepare yourselves for the photography contests at this year’s OWAA conference in Billings, Montana. There are great prizes, as well as a cash bonus for winners of the photo scavenger hunt and a $300 cash prize for the second annual all comers, Essence of the Conference Contest.
Prepare to enter bear country
Yellowstone National Park is only a short drive away from Billings, Montana, where OWAA hosts its conference in July.
Hiking the high country: Bring your boots (and bear spray) to Billings
The Billings, Montana, area is rich with hiking opportunities, from trails along the Yellowstone River, to paths taking you above the city on the weather-sculpted cliffs known as the Rimrocks.
Conference session spotlights: Newsmakers, craft improvement, business — we have it all
OWAA’s annual conference brings together the best outdoor communicators in fields such as photography, writing, radio and media relations.
Big Sky Country, big-time controversies
Montana is officially called “The Treasure State,” but the advertising slogan “Big Sky Country” is equally, if not more, well-known.
Conference keynote speaker: Outside magazine founder Tim Cahill
Tim Cahill is often identified as an outdoor adventure writer, but it’s not the identity he prefers.
Photography in the field: A workshop with Ann and Rob Simpson
Bring your camera and join Ann and Rob Simpson in a special hands-on, pre-conference photography workshop.
Fish, hike, write (and photograph): Pre- and post-conference trips offer variety of adventures
The slate of pre and post-conference trips surrounding the 2016 Billings conference is growing weekly.