The biggest mistake people make when trying to combat “weird house smell” is beelining straight for the air fresheners. Think of your house as you would your body. If you applied deodorant every day to your armpits instead of washing them, you would just be stinky and then some. You Read more…
By: Rob Ryan With the cold weather approaching, we take down the garden and let the soil ‘rest’ for the winter. This is called putting the garden to bed. Our goal is replenishing the soil with nutrients for next year’s growth, and putting down an insulating barrier on top to Read more…
Embarking on a gardening adventure can feel overwhelming! Join our Site Steward and Tool Librarian, Rob Ryan, as he shares his insights and experiences from the vibrant MUD garden this summer. Discover how you can cultivate your own green oasis with confidence! Every new garden is an experiment in adapting Read more…
Though we may not always see them, and we rarely hear them, bats are integral to life in Montana. This week, I had the opportunity to chat with Kyle Watson from Titley Scientific. Kyle has been with Titley for two years, and she spent an hour with me, letting me Read more…
I’m sure most of us can recall learning about Johnny Appleseed as children. You know, the sweet man who wanted to feed the world so he waltzed around barefoot, planting apple seeds all across America. The tales are not too far from the truth, but it’s missing a vital piece Read more…
1. Tell me a little about yourself! My name is Bryce (he/him), I’ve lived in Missoula for two years so far and have done a variety of things around town. I originally grew up in Salt Lake City, went to school at Utah State University studying ecology and sustainability, and Read more…
Haley Hanson’s journey to MUD began in her childhood, where she could often be found wrangling reptiles and amphibians across the landscapes of the Midwestern United States and South America. Her fascination with the natural world led her to study Marine Biology in the Hawaiian Islands, where she contributed to Read more…
Meet James! James is a long time MUD member, a talented musician, a passionate builder and a wonderful friend. Recently, I had the opportunity to spend an afternoon with James checking out his work and getting a behind the scenes glimpse into his creative brain. Read our interview below! 1. Read more…
In October of 2023, we sent out a survey to our members. As a tool library, we see many of our members during our open hours, at workshops, and around town. As the quiet of winter approached, we sought to find a way to connect with members, seeking feedback and Read more…
Meet MUD member Berkeley Loper! Since she was a little girl, Berkeley spent every holiday season getting a Christmas tree by bike. This year she recruited fellow friends and MUD members, Noah, Molly, and Gerald, to join in the tradition. They borrowed the epic MUD bike trailer, a saw and Read more…
