This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale finds out that the Montana State Parks Foundation isn’t just a fancy name for the folks who run our parks—it’s actually a nonprofit doing some seriously cool stuff behind the scenes. Executive Director Megan Buecking joins the show to talk about how they help fund the things tax dollars don’t cover (our state parks don’t get any). From all-terrain Track Chairs that let disabled visitors explore the trails to sneak peeks at Montana’s newest state park, this episode is packed with surprises. Hit play—you’ll walk away impressed and maybe a little inspired watching this sneak peek!
MT Outdoor Podcast Sneak Peek: State Parks’ Best-Kept Secret
Posted by Angela Montana on June 20, 2025
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