This Quiet Spot on Blue Mountain Means More Than You Think

Dear Blue Mountain Chair Carvers, 

There are certain things that make Missoula feel like nowhere else. 

Embracing the Unique Spirit of Missoula

It is the only place you will find Rockin’ Rudy’s. It's the only place where a pumpkin mysteriously ends up on the spire of Main Hall at the University of Montana every fall. We have the unusual "slant street neighborhood".  And it is full of small, meaningful details that quietly define what this community is all about. 

One of those details sits tucked away on Blue Mountain’s trails.

Hidden Treasures: The Charm of Blue Mountain

Somewhere just off the main trail, there are two hand-carved wooden chairs. They are not officially part of the path, and yes, getting to them means stepping off trail, which is not something everyone agrees with. But if you have ever found them, you know exactly why they matter. 

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They offer something simple but rare. A place to sit. A place to pause. A place to take in Missoula from above. They aren't fancy, and aren't the most comfortable, but they are special. 

A Moment to Pause and Reflect

My wife, our dog, and I hike Blue Mountain often, and every now and then, we make our way to those chairs. We sit, we talk, we take in the view, and for a few moments, everything slows down. 

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So to whoever carved those chairs, thank you. 

They may seem like a small thing, but they have created countless quiet moments for people like us. And we will continue to appreciate them for years to come. 

Sincerely,
Chris Wolfe