POLICY TOURS & RECEPTIONS
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Join us for policy tours for a first-hand look at the key issues in Montana. Please sign up for the tours you wish to attend within the registration process. Transportation will be provided to and from policy tours, but space is limited for each tour. Sign up today!
Note on Transportation: All transportation for the tours will be provided. If you join us on the Thursday tour to Bridger Aerospace the tour will provide a return to the airport. |
Pitchfork Fondue Reception
Pitchfork Fondue-Big Sky Resort
Monday, August 16 | 6:00pm-8:00pm
Monday, August 16 | 6:00pm-8:00pm
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Plan to join us Monday evening for the famous "Pitchfork Fondue" Reception sure to be talked about for years to come!
Featuring Remarks from U.S. Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT)
Entertainment will be provided by the Ringling 5 You don't want to miss it! |
Think Wood Mobile Tour Display
Located onsite during the PNWER Annual Summit
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We are excited to have the Think Wood Mobile Tour onsite at the Summit. Be sure to stop by and check it out!
The Think Wood Mobile Tour is a beautiful and compelling museum-quality display that showcases the environmental and economic benefits of different softwood lumber and engineered wood products and their many uses in both residential and commercial construction. The traveling exhibit features a variety of interactive elements, props, and models, telling the wood story from the forest to the market. The tour is provided in partnership by the Softwood Lumber Board, U.S. Forest Service, the U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities, the APA – Engineered Wood Association, and endorsed by the National Building Museum. |
Aerial Firefighting & Aerospace Industry Tour
Aerial Firefighting & Aerospace Industry Tour - Bridger Aerospace Facility
Thursday, August 19 | 8:30am-12:00pm | Cost: $20 per person
Thursday, August 19 | 8:30am-12:00pm | Cost: $20 per person
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This tour features Montana aerospace industry success stories all in one venue. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to hear how these companies that work in the exciting world of aerial attack firefighting and precision laser sensing technology navigate the challenges of doing business based in the Pacific Northwest heading into a post-COVID business climate. Firefighting aircraft will be on display (pending the availability of aircraft) as well as other displays of equipment and products.
The bus will depart Big Sky Resort at 8:30am, and when the tour concludes will drop attendees off at the airport by Noon, with an optional return trip to the resort. Featured Presenters: |
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Bridger Aerospace (BA) was officially established in 2014 as a specialist in aerial wildfire solutions, delivering unique firefighting solutions to the U.S. government and individual States. In seven short years, BA has since come to own the largest fleet of the $30million SuperScooper water-bombing aircraft by a private U.S. company. BA is constantly looking to improve on and innovate in aerial wildfire management, world-leading technology, and services to effectively protect life, property, and habitat. BA has a fleet of 21 aircraft to fulfill various missions from Air Attack, Initial Attack, Intelligence Surveillance, and Reconnaissance and fire mapping. BA is also developing an app to assist subscribers in staying safe and receive real-time imagery of fires that can affect their homes.
Ascent Vision Technologies (AVT) specializes in gyro-stabilized imaging systems, fully integrated solutions and software development for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), air defense, and counter-UAS operations. AVT serves the defense, aerospace, and unmanned systems industries by providing innovative technology solutions to meet customer requirements. AVT’s pioneering solutions are supporting airborne, ground, and maritime operations around the world.
Since 2014, AVT’s airborne imaging systems have played a critical role in fire management operations in the U.S. Their high-performance multi sensor systems are integrated into UAS to deliver accurate aerial imagery and GPS data in real-time for effective wildfire management. Crisp thermal imagery is essential for hotspot identification and for providing intelligence in low light conditions. With AVT’s reliable geo-referencing technology, the aerial data can be quickly communicated to the fire department to facilitate informed and rapid response to complex wildfires.
Since 2014, AVT’s airborne imaging systems have played a critical role in fire management operations in the U.S. Their high-performance multi sensor systems are integrated into UAS to deliver accurate aerial imagery and GPS data in real-time for effective wildfire management. Crisp thermal imagery is essential for hotspot identification and for providing intelligence in low light conditions. With AVT’s reliable geo-referencing technology, the aerial data can be quickly communicated to the fire department to facilitate informed and rapid response to complex wildfires.
Neptune Aviation Services-Neptune Aviation is the most reliable and innovative aerial firefighting company in the nation. As the primary provider of large airtanker services to the United States Forest Service for more than 25 years, Neptune Aviation has proven to be an invaluable partner. Neptune Aviation employs a proficient cadre of A&P mechanics, FAA certificated repairmen, and pilots who meticulously maintain and operate a fleet of 9 BAe 146 firefighting aircraft.
Hydroelectric & Ecological Restoration Tour
Hydroelectric & Ecological Restoration Tour - Madison Dam, O'Dell Creek Restoration, and Jack Creek Preserve
Thursday, August 19 | 8:00am-3:00pm | Cost: $20 per person
Thursday, August 19 | 8:00am-3:00pm | Cost: $20 per person
Visit NorthWestern’s Energy’s Madison Hydroelectric Project on the beautiful Madison River. See an early 1900s hydro project while the original turbine generators are being replaced by brand new state of the art turbine generators. This is a chance to see the 257-foot long, 38-foot high concrete embankment dam and the turn of the century powerhouse and learn how through collaboration with the resource agencies, NorthWestern operates to support one of the country’s best known blue ribbon trout streams. On the return trip, we will also visit O’Dell Spring Creek, the 2018 Restoration Project of the Year (Society for Ecological Restoration Northwest’s Chapter) where, through partnerships with the landowners, resource agencies, and NorthWestern Energy, 14 miles of stream and over 815 acres of wetlands have been restored. See first-hand a restoration project success story.
This tour will depart Big Sky Resort at 8am, and return to the Resort by approximately 3pm. Breakfast will be provided at the resort starting at 7am and lunch will be provided during the tour. Attendees will be responsible for their own transportation to the airport following the conclusion of the tour. We recommend using Karst Airport Shuttle http://karststage.com/airport-shuttle/
This tour will depart Big Sky Resort at 8am, and return to the Resort by approximately 3pm. Breakfast will be provided at the resort starting at 7am and lunch will be provided during the tour. Attendees will be responsible for their own transportation to the airport following the conclusion of the tour. We recommend using Karst Airport Shuttle http://karststage.com/airport-shuttle/
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O'Dell Creek Restoration Before & After |
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