Education

Fireside Chats

Helena and East Helena

Spark your curiosity and uncover the stories of our land.

The Fireside Chats series is a community-driven program that brings people of all ages together to discuss topics ranging from geology and hydrology to local history and conservation. The series was inspired by community demand for outdoor education and a deeper connection to the natural world. These informal gatherings blend expert insights with community participation, creating a space where learning thrives and people are inspired to enjoy and protect the places they treasure.

Project Facts

Audience

Community

Partners

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
Montana Wild / Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
Montana Book Company

Sample Topics

Hydrology
Geology
Biology
Conservation

Photo Gallery

Join Us at an Upcoming Event!

Fireside Chat: Beavers with Ellisa Chott

2 January 2025

Fireside Chat: Antelopes with Andrew Jacques

2 January 2025

Land Acknowledgment

Prickly Pear Land Trust recognizes that the lands we conserve are the traditional and contemporary territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfeet), the Sélish (Salish), the Ktunaxa (Kootenai), the Métis (Little Shell Chippewa), the Apsáalooke (Crow), and the Shoshone-Bannock peoples. The Indigenous Nations who continue their connections with this ground, these waters, and all creatures have always and will always be the original stewards of the land. PPLT prioritizes Indigenous partners and actively seeks projects that respect their cultures, honor their values, and create a collaborative conservation vision.