Rut Advocacy Partners
At The Rut, we love the trail and mountain running community, as well as the organizations doing important work in our space. We are excited to partner with and highlight these great organizations that do so much in our community.
Inclusive Outdoors Project
We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with the Bozeman-based Inclusive Outdoors Project to enhance diversity at the Rut. Together, we’re reserving 100 spots for individuals from historically marginalized groups, such as runners of color, indigenous runners, those with disabilities, and LGBTQIA2S+ athletes.
While traditional registration is open to everyone, we encourage those eligible to apply through our entry application, with a scholarship option available for financial assistance. The application period runs from December 20th through January 3rd, and selections will be communicated by January 6th. Those who are not selected for the limited spots are still encouraged to sign up directly through the public registration process opening on January 7th. If you are interested, please keep an eye out for the application going out on the 20th!
Big Sky SNO
The mission of Big Sky SNO is to preserve and protect the Big Sky community by advancing sustainability and environmental initiatives that inspire action and foster resilience.
At The Rut, we’re proud to partner with Big Sky SNO to reduce our environmental impact. Together, we work to divert as much compostable and recyclable material as possible from the landfill. Big Sky SNO also leads our “Trash Talker” program, educating and assisting participants to ensure waste is sorted into the proper stream.
Protect Our Winters
We’re proud to partner with Protect Our Winters (POW) — a nonprofit that helps passionate outdoor people protect the places and lifestyles they love from climate change.
POW turns outdoor enthusiasts into effective climate advocates by focusing on systemic solutions, policy change, and community mobilization. At The Rut, we support their mission by raising awareness, sharing resources, and inviting our community to take action — from voting to supporting climate-forward policies. Together, we can help ensure the future of wild spaces and mountain adventures.
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