Author: Sami Nicholls

West Boulder Reserve

This extremely unique property offers a rare opportunity to own an exceptional custom designed home in the coveted West Boulder Reserve. This distinctive piece of architecture was inspired by the Inn at Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park. It is nestled in as aspen grove, surrounded by spruce trees on an elevated plateau overlooking a…

The Rivers of Southwest Montana

The beauty of Montana, especially southwestern Montana, exists between the lines.  We aren’t talking about the boundary lines set by society or government, but of the lines of the reel and rod cast into the river.  Often called the “last best place”, Bozeman and the surrounding cities offer anglers unparalleled access to hundreds of rivers,…

Support Made in the USA!

Has anyone been to your supper markets lately to the meat counter? Notice that the Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) no longer exists. You might be eating Brazilian beef which recently arrived this month and will continue to the tune of 2,500 metric tons per month. Brazil, the world’s largest been processor announced that JBS…

Streamlining Montana Water Rights Transfers

When marketing farms, ranches or recreational offerings, the first question a savvy buyer should ask is, “Are there water rights associated with the property?” This can make a break a deal if you need water to produce a crop or if you are purchasing a property that has springs or a viable fishery that relies…

This Hunting Season: Help to control the spread of Noxious Weeds

Be sure to add washing your vehicle and ATV to your to-do list this hunting season. When you hunt on private or public lands it is always a good practice to wash the under carriage to avoid the spread of noxious weeds. Always use good judgement and stay on designated trails to help avoid damage…

Last Week of Archery Season in Montana

Well, Another archery season is wrapping up in Montana with only a few days left to get out with your bow. Season closes October 18th then reopens for rifle season after a short rest for the wildlife.  Contact me if you are interested in finding that secluded hunting property in Southwest Montana.

When you Purchase a Property in Montana

In Montana, you do more than purchase your next home –  you purchase your new lifestyle. Southwest Montana is the heart and soul for recreational enthusiasts. Summertime hiking, kite boarding, whitewater rafting, boating, and horseback riding are just a few of the many activities that are out your back door. If you are a winter enthusiast you…

Pack Trip Into Yellowstone National Park

It’s that time of year when people are on the trail and in the mountains. Last year was my 8th annual pack trip with girlfriends from the east coast- all of us ride and most fish. In 2015 we went with Black Mountain Outfitters out of Gardiner, MT. The horses and camp could not have…

Why the Bitterroot Valley of Western Montana

The Bitterroot Valley is truly a magical place. Geographically the Valley is approximately 95 miles long extending from Lost Trail Pass at the border of Montana and Idaho nearly to Missoula. It is bordered by the Bitterroot Mountains to the west and the Sapphire Mountains to the East. The Bitterroot Mountains are home to large…