Montana

The outdoor recreation industry is vital to Montana’s economy, contributing $2.9 billion in annual spending and supporting nearly 30,000 local jobs across the state. More than just economically, outdoor recreation is an essential part of life for many Montanans; 80% of Montana residents visited public lands more than twice in the last year and more Montana voters identify as hunters and anglers than in any other western state. These outdoor activities are being threatened by the increased frequency and intensity of wildfires caused by a changing climate. Reduced snowpack leads to shorter ski seasons and fewer powder days in winter, and trickling water levels by mid-summer make it harder to enjoy fishing and boating in warmer months.

Montana’s outdoor heritage is on the line as the climate changes. With one of the most contested Senate seats in the country and two House seats up for election in 2026, Montana voters can use their vote to preserve Montana’s outdoor traditions for generations to come.