We invite non-profit groups, schools, universities, local businesses, agencies, and others to utilize Jack Creek Preserve for education and research, outdoor experiential learning, and natural resource conservation. Our 4,500 acre property provides a versatile landscape capable of serving a variety of programs to further education, leadership, outdoor skills, and conservation. The property offers a variety of natural habitats for a rich outdoor classroom and research venue.

A core part of the Preserve’s mission is to provide educational opportunities to the public. The Preserve's Outdoor Education Center (Center) offers a place where students, educators, land managers, non-profits, universities, visitors, and others can gather to learn through multi-day courses, presentations, wilderness activities, as well as conduct research. 

Outdoor Education Center Building Amenities:

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  • Multi-purpose main classroom

  • Tables and chairs

  • Kitchen facilities (we provide pots, pans, silverware, dishware, drinkware, coffeemaker, toaster, microwave, commercial refrigerator, commercial freezer, dish sponges, dish soap, potable water)

  • Outdoor grill (we provide propane)

  • Overnight capacity of 30 people

  • Two downstairs bedrooms; one room ADA accessible

  • Two separately accessed bunk rooms with 14 beds each

  • One downstairs ADA accessible half-bath

  • Attached shower house

  • Landline and WIFI

  • Large surrounding meadow for outdoor activities

  • In the summer we have 2-3 large canvas tents that can accommodate 4 people each (cots and sleeping pads provided)

  • No towels or body soap provided, please bring your own; hand soap and hand towels are provided

  • No linens or pillows provided, please bring your own sleeping bag and pillow; clean mattress covers are provided

  • We cannot accommodate groups larger than 50 people

Educational Resources:

  • High-Speed Internet

  • Projector and screen for presentations and programs

  • Library of activity guides, field guides, and other relevant educational materials

PLEASE NOTE THERE IS LIMITED ACCESS TO THE PRESERVE FOR GUESTS STAYING AT THE EDUCATION CENTER DURING THE HUNTING SEASONS.

Please click on the below button for rates, requirements, and the calendar for availability. To make reservations please contact Abi King at info@jackcreekpreserve.org or (406) 682-3358.

Donations are always being accepted for continued expansion and improvement of the Outdoor Education Center. A very special thank you to all of our individual donors and the MJ Murdock Charitable Trust for making this facility possible!