We're No Dam Experts Rebecca Engum and Shannon Newth

This episode really proves why we call our podcast We're No Dam Experts.  Rebecca and Shannon talk dinosaurs!  Montana has a significant prehistoric past and you can explore it on the Montana Dinosaur Trail.  Learn more about what's been found in the state and how you can make Great Falls your basecamp for dino exploration.
Montana Dinosaur Trail: https://mtdinotrail.org
 

Author, photographer, and history buff Paul Snyder joins Rebecca and Shannon.  Paul has traveled all over the state capturing the stories of historic and beautiful backbars, including three here in Great Falls.  He complied his findings into a book called Make Mine a Ditch.  

The 5th Annual Greatest Dam Mimosa Showdown is May 18th, 2024 in Great Falls, Montana! Rebecca and Shannon are breaking down everything you need to know about this super fun signature event, including what's new this year (hello hydration stations)!  Rebecca is also sharing pro tips, based on personal experience, to have the best time.  
Check out this year's mimosa contenders and how you can vote for your favorite: https://visitgreatfallsmontana.org/mimosa-showdown/

Spring is officially here...although in Great Falls that still means some snow.  Rebecca and Shannon are looking ahead to a plethora of events happening in April, May, and June including everything from live music to bird watching and so much more!
Events in Great Falls: https://visitgreatfallsmontana.org/findevents/
Things to Do in Great Falls: https://visitgreatfallsmontana.org/things-to-do/
Sign Up for the Eventory: https://visitgreatfallsmontana.org/event-listing/
Conservation License FAQ: https://fwp.mt.gov/binaries/content/assets/fwp/buyandapply/conservation-license_faq.pdf
Glacier Vehicle Reservation Info: https://visitgreatfallsmontana.org/glaciers-2024-vehicle-reservation-system-explained/
 

Benton Lake Wildlife Refuge Manager Bob Johnson joins Rebecca and Shannon to talk about the wildlife at Benton Lake, including how to watch sharptailing (a term Shannon coined during the podcast).
Benton Lake Wildlife Refuge: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/benton-lake
Contact Bob Johnson before Monday, March 25th, 2024 for a chance at a stay in the grouse house at Benton Lake to watch the lek! 
Call: 406-727-7400
Email: bob_f_johnson@fws.gov
 

Rebecca and Shannon are chatting with newly elected Great Falls Mayor Cory Reeves.  He shares his law enforcement background, his goals for his time as mayor, and most importantly, why he is so passionate about Great Falls!
Want to get coffee with the mayor?  Contact him: https://greatfallsmt.net/citycommission/mayor-cory-reeves