What’s a small-town teen to do? Around here, there’s plenty

For generations, in the quiet of rural communities across Montana, teenagers have wondered: What is there to do here? The answer is: Plenty.

Make no mistake: Boulder, Whitehall, and the scattering of unincorporated places that make up Jefferson County are small. There are no bright lights, no crowds, no bustle; we go to Helena or Butte for that (and for shopping).

But for young people who want — or have — to stay close to home, there’s an abundance of outdoor recreation activities; good food and sweet treats; and, perhaps most important, a multitude of striking scenery for those looking for perfect social media backdrops.