An incredible video of an elk herd in Montana is captivating the internet.

Montana is one of the most beautiful states in America. In fact, I’d argue it’s the most beautiful state in America with only Maine (you can read about my working class trip to Maine here) being able to also compete for the top stop.

It has incredible mountains, snow and plenty of wild animals roaming around. The last one is why we’re here today.

Montana elk herd goes viral.

KTVQ News shared a video a woman filmed from her kitchen window near Bozeman of a massive elk herd roaming around.

Generally speaking, we like to see big elk get smoked, but this one is a nice change of pace. It’s a great reminder of the beauty of nature.

You can watch the stunning footage below, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com.

That’s a very cool video, and it’s proof you don’t always have to be shooting something out in nature in order to see something great.

Do we enjoy awesome hunting kills at OutKick Outdoors? Without a doubt, but there is plenty of room for lots of different content.

For those of you who might not know, I used to live in Bozeman and got to see some really cool stuff in Montana during my time there. If you haven’t ever visited, then I suggest you pencil it in. It’s an awesome state.

What did you think of the video? Let me know at David.Hookstead@outkick.com.

COLUMBUS — On Saturday, The Columbus Radio Club met for its weekly gathering at the local firehouse.

“The radio bands we have access to (are) a precious resource, much like the rivers and lakes here in Montana, they’re for everybody,” said Gil Leonard (callsign: NG7IL), a club co-founder.

The club was founded about a year ago when Leonard and his friend, Nancy Wolters (callsign: AA7VE), decided to meet in Columbus after communicating over the airwaves.

“A couple of the guys (ask over the radio), ‘What are you baking today?’” said Wolters. “I’ve never met them. I’ll probably never, ever, see them face to face … That’s part of the beauty of it.”

On Saturday, Leonard gave his first presentation as a club representative at the Stillwater County Library, discussing radio technology.

“Besides advancing the radio art through experimentation, it’s all about goodwill,” said Leonard. “It doesn’t matter if they’re in another continent, or just across state lines, or in your own hometown.”

He was inspired to reach out to the library after he heard a frustrated 7-year-old had returned books on amateur radio technology.

“I kind of wonder if maybe that young man didn’t try to eat an elephant all in one bite,” said Leonard.

He said he plans to offer classes for both adults and children at different paces, tailored to their needs, through the library—provided there is enough interest from the community.

BOZEMAN — In the snowy Bridger mountains, you’ll find Robert Enigl, a man who’s always on the move.

In his lifetime, Enigl has developed quite a lengthy resume, including participating in the2022 Beijing Paralympics, social media influencing, and outdoor recreation.

Enigl loves to fish, ski, hunt, and anything else related to the outdoors.

On his property outside of Bozeman, he runs a strawberry farm and a golden retriever dog breeding business.

Justin McKinsey, MTN News

With an already successful resume, it’s even more impressive when you learn about the accident that literally turned his life upside down.

“I remember the front flip felt like slow motion. I remember rolling three and a half, four times, and I remember on the last roll I was holding the ceiling seeing dirt, sky, dirt, sky,” he said.

About 11 years ago, Enigl and his best friend Ben were in a traumatic car accident after hunting in the Gallatin Canyon.

“They said they were getting a helicopter, and I’m like, ‘Oh good, for my buddy,’ and they said, ‘No, the helicopter is for you.’ That’s when I realized I was pretty screwed up at the time,” he said.

Robert Enigl

Enigl suffered a spinal cord injury, partially paralyzing him from the waist down.

Instead of neglecting his passion for skiing, hunting, and fishing, Enigl adapted, as painful and frustrating as it was.

“At the end of the day, you can’t look at (paralysis) as ‘My life’s over.’ You got to learn how to adapt. And I think ‘adapt’ is probably the best way to describe someone in a wheelchair,” he said.

Now, Enigl happily lives on his farm with his wife and two children. He’s still pursuing his hobbies, in part, thanks to the Cutting Fences Foundation.

The non-profit organization, founded by Kendra Lewis, helps provide adaptive equipment to hunters, ranchers, and farmers with disabilities.

Justin McKinsey, MTN News

“That $20,000 off-road hunting vehicle, I wouldn’t ever have access to it,” said Enigl.

“There aren’t many organizations that specifically target farmers and ranchers with disabilities and try to meet their needs. So that’s where it all started,” Lewis said.

Lewis started the organization during the occupational therapy doctoral capstone.

For her project, she began a 10-episode podcast that featured members of the community impacted by their disabilities. The podcast is where Lewis met Enigl.

She then turned her project into a non-profit organization a year later, eventually providing adaptive equipment for hundreds of people.

Justin McKinsey, MTN News

“It was a moment to share hope for individuals and kind of create a network of resiliency as well,” Lewis said.

“I feel like I get to do more cool stuff now than I ever got to do before I got paralyzed,” Enigl said.

Enigl was able to adapt and do many “cool” things because of the foundation, and help from a friend.

“One powerful chair, one manual chair doesn’t always do the trick for living a full and functional life,” Lewis said.