Cultivating Opportunity:

The Montana Agritourism Conference is the only statewide gathering dedicated to the intersection of working lands and visitor experiences.

What to Expect

CONNECT

Meet producers, tourism professionals, educators, and partners across Montana.

LEARN

Real-world sessions on marketing, insurance, funding, partnerships, business planning, and more.

GROW

Take home practical ideas, resources, and connections you can actually use.

Farmers • Ranchers • Educators Agritourism Operators • Agencies Tourism Professionals • Rural Businesses Community Leaders

See how one Montana family has built a diversified ranch operation rooted in stewardship, hospitality, and value-added agriculture.

Go behind the scenes of a working honey operation and learn what it takes to produce high-quality Montana honey.

Caroline the co-owner of Little Creek Feed in Townsend, Montana, where she and her family operate a regenerative ranch and direct-to-consumer meat business. She is also the founder of Little Creek Cowgirl Camp, an immersive ranch experience that gives women the opportunity to build confidence, learn practical ranch skills, and experience authentic Montana ranch life. Caroline is passionate about creating meaningful on-farm experiences that connect people to agriculture and the western way of life.

Dax Schieffer is a Montana-based leader in tourism, economic development, and community engagement, known for advancing the state’s visitor economy and strengthening collaboration across Montana’s travel and hospitality industries. Schieffer grew up in Sidney Montana and is a graduate of Montana State University. Dax is the Executive Director of Voices of Montana Tourism following a 20-year career in hospitality at Big Sky Resort.

There are rooms available for conference attendees at the Yogo Inn in Lewistown MT starting at $130/night (+ taxes and fees). Mention the Montana Agritourism Association when reserving your room. The group rate expires October 5th.
Address: 211 East Main St. Lewistown, MT 59457
Phone: (406) 535 8721
The social evening on Thursday, November 5 and all conference sessions on Friday, November 6 will take place at the Yogo Inn in Lewistown, MT.
Hotel Parking is free to guests. Parking for semis, trailers, RV’s and large trucks is available in the rear parking lot.
Deep in the center of Montana lies the refreshingly authentic town of Lewistown, a family-friendly community that combines the ambiance of Montana's natural beauty with the authenticity of our rural western lifestyle.

Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and register.

Friday’s conference cost is $125. The farm tours on Thursday are $50.
Evening social, annual association meeting, a full day of speakers, breakout sessions, networking opportunities. Thursday evening social at the Yogo Inn includes appetizers and on Friday there will be coffee, tea, pastries in the morning and a full lunch on Friday.
No, the farm tours on Thursday are not part of the conference fee.
Yes, we encourage student attendance by offering a special rate to students — $30.
While we hope you join the Montana Agritourism Association, we absolutely welcome anyone who shares an interest in learning more about agritourism.
Yes, please email us to find out how to be involved as a sponsor or vendor.