Fishing Montana

Montana's majestic landscape is home to countless outdoor activities.  Although warm hospitality, world class skiing, hiking, camping, and climbing are all part of the Montanan experience, adventure seekers are lured from all over the world every year to the spectacular fishing that waits in store.

Montana by Horseback

There are countless ways to enjoy the rugged beauty of Montana’s wilderness, but none can re-create the visceral experience of a trail ride on horseback.  

Winter Just Happened

In Montana, we have a complex relationship with winter. The crisp air and the natural sound-dampening effect of snow make for a uniquely beautiful environment.

Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park is one of the most staggering examples of natural beauty the world has to offer.  The untamed splendor of the park is something visitors travel thousands of miles to see. 

Wishing for Winter

It’s not often that Montanans look forward to winter.

Usually there’s no need to look forward to it because it’s always just behind the bend.  A popular Montana idiom is that we ordinarily enjoy about 9 months of winter and 3 months of bad skiing. 

Montana Ski Areas

This is the time of year that many Montanans start to think about the ski season.  It’s 90 degrees outside, rain is a distant memory, and the hills are choked with smoke. 

Montana Red Flag Warnings

If you’re unclear on what a red flag warning is, it means that fire danger is imminent.  Almost anything could spark a blaze that could cause serious damage to countless acres of wilderness and residential zones.  

Camping in Montana

Life in Montana is anything but mundane.  We at TRG are lucky to live and work in this land of secluded beauty that is Montana, and we work hard to be here.  

Montana Pastimes with TRG

Summertime in Montana isn’t complete without some time spent outdoors in the beautiful scenery provided by nature.  Grilling is a spectacular way to bring good people together to share stories and delicious food. 

Montana Wildfires Still Raging

Part of the beauty of living in Montana is the unpredictable nature of nature itself. It can be crystal clear bluebird skies one minute, and snowing the next.  Lately, the random weather Montana is so famous for has fueled a major disaster. 

Montana Weather

This week, the weather in our home base of Montana has been a bit of a rollercoaster.  Our own Jordan Jarosky's recent experience with it motivated him to provide us with a heroic tale of bicycles, lightning bolts and hailstones... 

Montana Meet Approaches

The Montana Meet is nearly upon us, and the buzz of excitement around our offices is palpable. Every year, TRG sponsors summertime activities, from float trips and hikes to barbecues.  

Montana Hiking Hotspots

Anyone who has lived in the mountainous regions of Montana for very long is well aware that almost every trail here is a hiking hotspot.  All it takes is a moment’s drive or bike ride to reach world-class hiking and nature watching areas. 

Montana Hot Springs

Hunting and fishing are popular Montanan pastimes; however there is another unique hunting activity that people in Montana are drawn to. 

Montana Playground

The state of Montana is known for vast beautiful landscapes, endless blue skies, pristine rivers, and sky stretching mountain ranges.  This huge playground attracts the most enthused of outdoor enthusiasts. 

Summer Fun in the Rocky Mountains

With attitudes of winter in our midst, thoughts of summertime activities still linger.  While riding through the Rocky Mountains on board or skis, we are eagerly awaiting the first signs of the summer season.  

Our Fun Loving Northeasterly Neighbor, Bridger Bowl

Trade Risk Guaranty is located in beautiful Bozeman, MT.  Part of the allure of locating our main office in Bozeman is the exceptional outdoor fun that can be had year-round.  One of the best examples of Bozeman’s cornucopia of fun and adventure is Bridger Bowl, a world-class community ski area located only 15 miles Northeast of town. 

Skiing in the Montana Rockies is an inimitable experience because of the mountain range’s unique geography.  An arid climate, frigid weather, and sizable distance from the coastline combine forces to form Montana’s legendary “cold smoke” snow, as it is known to locals and visitors.  This snow is not like other snow, in the sense that it is almost lighter than air and is resistant to clumping up and packing.  The result is an unparalleled experience of gliding through a cloud while only tentatively attached to the ground beneath.  Most people are helplessly addicted to the Montana Rockies after their first ride through these fabled snowflakes.

Bridger Bowl is a non-profit ski area, which means that money collected by the organization goes straight back into its infrastructure and expansion.  The latest territorial addition is accessed by the Schlasman’s lift, which leads to a section of the mountain that had long been off-limits to pass holders.  It offers expert terrain, slope angles as extreme as anyone could ask for, and of course, plenty of deep powder.  If Bridger’s terrain isn’t enough draw, the family atmosphere is more than enough excuse to get up there.  From the ski school classes to the bustling Jim Bridger Lodge and Deer Park Chalet, Bridger Bowl exudes a sense of community uncommon in other mountain resorts. 

That is why several of our employees have returned to this mountain year after year, since their childhood.  I have personally enjoyed racing down the slopes of Bridger Bowl since I was three years old, and I am not alone in my love for Bridger Bowl here at TRG.  On a given powder day, you might see just about any TRG employee spending one of their personal days amongst the glistening trees and snow-capped mountain peaks.

We are lucky to be located where we are, and we don’t take it for granted.  Esprit de Corps is one of TRG’s 8 Core Values, and being part of Bozeman and Bridger Bowl’s communities is definitely being part of something special.  The spirit of community and adventure are omnipresent here, and we gladly take part every day.

The Holiday Season at TRG

Many rejoice before, during and after the Holiday Season.  We stretch this Season as long as we can to relax, endulge and prepare for a new year with new beginnings.  Our beliefs and traditions may not always coincide, but the feelings of joy and celebration bring us all closer together.

At TRG we are preparing for Holiday travel, long awaited time with family and friends, a few short work weeks (!!) and our company Holiday Party!  TRG's Holiday Party is one of few (aside from our Montana Meet and the occassional ski trip) company wide gatherings where we limit our work related conversations and enjoy one another's company in an informal atmosphere.

A tradition at TRG's party is a gift exchange known as the White Elephant.  As TRG continues to grow we must be very attentive in keeping this activity flowing.  We would otherwise find ourselves opening gifts until we are needed back in the office on Monday.  If you have not had the pleasure to participate in a White Elephant gift exchange here is how it is done:

1. Each participant (with our large group we double up into teams) brings a gift.  This gift is usually a hilarious, worthless gag gift.  2. Each group is given a number at random.  3. The group with #1 chooses a gift from under the tree, opens it and announces to group the horrible item which they have received.  4. On the second turn, the group with #2 may either steal gift #1 or unwrap another gift.  If group #2 steals gift #1, group #1 must then return to the tree and retrieve, open and share a new gift.

This continues on with the entire group.  We usually have one or two people bring gifts that participants will actually vie for, creating a fun and competitive atmosphere.  Last year there was a small rumble over a snuggie.  If you have ideas for great White Elephants gifts please leave a message on our blog or other social media sites.

Aside from our entertainment we are looking forward to another mouth watering catered dinner by our friends up the road.  We develop relationships with companies all over the U.S., very few are residents of Montana.  However, when it comes to our party menu we are delighted to have the Gourmet Gals from Big Sky, Montana fill our appetites.

This time of year we find ourselves focusing on our blessings.  We thank our Clients, business partners, employees and community for another successful year in business.

Cheers & Happy Holidays!