Montana Program Teaches Practical Skills You Won’t Learn in School

The more technology changes, the more education adapts. Classes that are available to people these days aren’t the same as when I was in school. It’s refreshing to see some organizations offering the chance for people to learn useful skills, especially here in Montana.  

Why Hands-On Learning Matters in Montana

Recently, Mike Rowe and the Governor spent some time in Great Falls with students who were building a house. The students were learning everything that it takes to build a house from the foundation on up. Teaching people useful skills is something that should be acknowledged and celebrated. 

READ MORE: Mike Rowe Applauds Great Falls Students Building Full Homes

The Missoula Urban Demonstration Project (MUD), with help from the Good Food Store, taught a class on how to butcher a deer. This is not only a great skill to have if you are a hunter, but it’s also a great skill to have to survive in Montana. From MUD’s Instagram post, it looks like it was a crowded class with a lot of interest about the subject.   

Inside MUD’s Deer Butchering Workshop

The MUD program has been in Missoula since 1981. MUD offers a variety of services for the community; a tool library, demonstration site and sustainable living workshop.

What MUD Offers the Missoula Community

MUD couldn’t work without the dedication of workers and volunteers who continue to help make the program possible. If you are interested in any of their projects, or volunteering your time, reach out to MUD and give them a hand.  

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