The Story Behind the "M"

The "M" is 620 feet above the Missoula Valley floor. It is 125' feet long and 100' feet wide. University of Montana forestry students cut the switchbacks into the side of the hill in the early 1900's. The first "M" was assembled out of whitewashed rocks in 1909, and given a fresh coat of paint by freshmen every year, until 1968, when all those rocks were cemented together with concrete.

Photo by Nelson Kenter, kenterphotography.com

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Bob Zimorino – Lambros ERA

Bob Zimorino is a Realtor with Lambros ERA Real Estate in Missoula. His over thirty years in the restaurant business have taught him many skills. He is a customer service specialist that understands the needs of businesses as well as potential homeowners and sellers alike. As a songwriter and retired chef he has learned to be creative in his thinking and his approach to negotiating deals. His years as a guitarist have taught him that the learning only stops when […]