How To Fight Fire from The Air - Montana BLM Smokejumpers

The Season in Montana May Be Winding Down, But Next Year is Coming

As we begin the final few months of the year, fire season in Big Sky Country is beginning to wind down. Most of our fires have large containment, and the recent weather has certainly attributed to that.

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It doesn't mean that there aren't people gearing up for more fire danger though. And while definitely not for the timid, smokejumpers are already looking ahead for the next fire season in 2025 and beyond.

Bureau of Land Management is Seeking Smokejumper Applications Now

If you ever have had the sudden urge to jump from a perfectly good plane, this might be right up your alley.

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Currently, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking individuals to apply to become smokejumpers. These specially trained people are air-dropped into remote areas to provide an initial response to wildfires.

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How To Become a Smokejumper with the BLM in Montana

If you are ready to "take the leap" and learn more about becoming a smokejumper with the BLM, the application deadline is October 22, 2025, for the upcoming training season. You can apply through USA Jobs by clicking here.

Think you have what it takes to be one? Check our gallery below to find out! 👇

You can find out more about the Bureau of Land Management through their website or social media here. Details are also available about Great Basin Smokejumpers here, or the BLM Alaska Smokejumpers here.

The Requirements to be a Smokejumper with the Bureau of Land Management

Think you have what it takes to jump from a perfectly good airplane and fight wildfires in the most rural areas of the country? These are examples of what you will face to become one of these specially trained individuals.

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Estimated Costs to Fight Montana's Biggest Wildfires Summer 2024

The data below comes from mtfireinfo.org and the Lolo National Forest Facebook page and will be updated regularly. The following information was updated 7/25/2024.

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Country Star Homes Devastated By Fire

At least two artists on this list of country star home fires were better for it, professionally. One legend used the tragedy to inspire greatness, while a second newcomer actually wrote his first No. 1 hit about the blaze.

Over a dozen country stars have watched their homes go up in flames. Here are their stories.

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