Checking into Glacier

Took a stormy but scenic route up from Helena and stopped in Bigfork, Montana for lunch. We were told in so many words to have bear spray on hand if planning any hikes up in Glacier. We lamented the cost of bear spray and the person behind the counter said there was a shack along the way with free supplies. And that’s how we found The Sharing Shack (3130 Hwy 206 – Columbia Falls, MT) — It was chock full of camping supplies, food, water, and yes, bear spray. The Sharing Shack A sign inside gave us pause to take heart: The Sharing Shack was started to honor a fellow lover of Glacier National Park, Mia Totten. Mia was a free spirit and generous soul. She spent her life serving others, spreading joy, and sharing her knowledge of the park. She could often be found on her Kayak on Lake McDonald. She helped weary, stranded, lost, rain soaked travelers. Mia lost her battle with Lung Cancer June 2, 2021, but her gentle spirit lives on in every person who visits and shares in this little Shack.…