State of Montana

Montana's nickname is "Big Sky Country." Once you've visited, you'll know why. Jagged mountains of granite. Rolling green plains. Crystal-clear lakes and refreshing streams. They are all here in Montana.

Add teeming populations of wildlife and you complete the picture of Big Sky Country, a landscape rich in scenes of natural wonder. Montana is filled with fun things to do and friendly people to meet. Hiking, biking, rafting, wildlife viewing, photography, and horseback riding are just a few of the outdoor activities available. Indoor activities - shopping, museums, galleries, dining and theater - are always enjoyable as well.

"In Montana, the wildlife outnumber the people."

Montana Population: 917,000 (as of 2003), 44th out 52 US states.

10 Largest Cities (as of 2000):
Billings, 89,000
Missoula, 57,000
Great Falls, 56,000
Butte, 34,000
Bozeman, 27,000
Helena, 25,000 (State Capital)
Kalispell, 14,000
Havre, 9,600
Anaconda/Deer Lodge, 9,400
Miles City, 8,400

Total Gross State Product: $22,635,000,000 (in 2001).

Per Capita Personal Income: $24,000 (in 2001).

State Exports: $386,000,000 (in 2002).

Agricultural Products: Cattle, wheat, barley, sugar beets, hay, hogs.

Main Industries: Mining, lumber / wood products, food processing, tourism.

Achieved Statehood: November 8, 1889 - the 41st state in the US.

State of Montana Nickname: The Treasure State.

State of Montana Motto: Oro y Plata, meaning Gold and Silver.

State of Montana Animal: the Grizzly Bear.

State of Montana Bird: the Western Meadowlark.

State of Montana Fish: the Blackspotted Cutthroat Trout.

State of Montana Flower: the Bitterroot.

State of Montana Tree: the Ponderosa Pine.

State of Montana Abbreviations: Mont, MT.

Meaning of Montana: mountainous

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