Summer Festivals Abound at Lazy E-L in Montana, a Conde Nast Top 5 Ranch

(EMAILWIRE.COM, August 15, 2009 ) Summer isnÂ’t over yet, and the Montana Big Sky wilderness proves to be an unforgettable place for festivals and fun, both for families and adults-only vacations. And during your Montana adventure the Lazy E-L Ranch offers the perfect place not just to rest your head, but also to experience the thrill and adventure of a real working cattle ranch. Founded at the turn of the twentieth century by David MacKay, the Lazy E-L Ranch continues to be operated by his grand daughter Jael Kampfe who carries on the family tradition of ranch life. Visitors stay in historic cabins built over the last century, and enjoy horseback riding, fly-fishing, cattle drives, campfires, and a host of other adrenaline-rushing activities.

The Blues Fest is happening August 28-30 in historic Virginia City, where you can enjoy live blues musicians while soaking up the Wild West atmosphere. On Labor Day, the Holy Bucket Bluegrass Festival offers up traditional bluegrass as well as psycho-grass, jam grass, folk and other acoustic music genres, all performed by a talented group of regional professionals. Get a taste of Montana grass-fed beef and bison burgers from the grill and local brews on tap.

All summer long, various art and cultural happenings around the state add to the fun. Check out the risquÃ© Brewery Follies, a contemporary American-burlesque-cabaret musical and skit show popular with locals and visitors alike. The Fort Peck Summer Theatre and free Shakespeare in the Park performances offer a multitude of shows to choose from; and if music is more your scene, donÂ’t miss the outdoor Music in the Mountain concert series in Big Sky, through August.

More information about Montana state-wide summer events is available at http://pressroom.visitmt.com/events.htm.

Come find out why Conde Nast Traveler rated the Lazy E-L as one of the Top Five ranches in the United States. For details and information please visit www.lazyel.com.

Lazy E-L
Shelley Seale
512-576-4223
shelley@atmstravelnews.com