Clays of the Big Sky

MAPS USA map [pdf 86kb] Montana map [pdf 110kb] Billings map [pdf 115kb] City Center and Hotel map [pdf 271kb]	Helpful Information \| Visiting \| Health & Safety \| Getting to Billings, MT Meeting Invitation [pdf 34k] Click here to register for the meeting (Note: Hotel reservations must be done separately). Click here for hotel reservations. Clay Minerals Society
	Helpful Information \| Visiting \| Health & Safety \| Getting to Billings, MT Local Climate Montana Department of Tourism Billings Chamber of Commerce Yellowstone National Park Information Billings Weather Forecast Yellowstone Park Weather Forecast
	Helpful Information \| Visiting \| Health & Safety \| Getting to Billings, MT Altitude Sickness Information: Altitude sickness may develop in travelers who ascend rapidly to higher altitudes, including those in previously excellent health. Being physically fit in no way lessens the risk of altitude sickness. Those who have developed altitude sickness in the past are prone to future episodes. The risk increases with faster ascents and higher altitudes. Symptoms of altitude sickness may include headaches, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Billings, Montana's altitude is 3124 feet above sea level. Lovell, Wyoming's altitude is 3837 feet above sea level. Old Faithful Lodge, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming's altitude is 7265 feet above sea level. Preventing Altitude Sickness: Ascend gradually or by increments to higher altitudes. Avoid overexertion. Eat light meals. Avoid alcohol (effects of alcohol are magnified at higher altitudes). Preventing Dehydration: Drink plenty of fluids, especially when in the sun. Make sure you are taking in more fluid than you are losing. Schedule physical outdoor activities for the cooler parts of the day. Drink appropriate sports drinks to help maintain electrolyte balance. Preventing Heat Stroke: Drink plenty of fluids during outdoor activities, especially on hot days. Water and sports drinks are the drinks of choice; avoid tea, coffee, soda and alcohol as these can lead to dehydration. Wear lightweight, tightly woven, loose-fitting clothing in light colors. Schedule vigorous activity and sports for cooler times of the day. Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a hat, sunglasses and using an umbrella. Increase time spent outdoors gradually to get your body used to the heat. During outdoor activities, take frequent drink breaks and mist yourself with a spray bottle to avoid becoming overheated. Try to spend as much time indoors as possible on very hot and humid days. Five easy reccommendations for sunburn protection: seek shade, especially during midday when UV rays are strongest; cover up with light clothing to protect exposed skin; get a hat with a wide brim to shade your face, head, ears, and neck; wear sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays; and rub on sunscreen with at least SPF 15 and both UVA and UVB protection.
	Helpful Information \| Visiting \| Health & Safety \| Getting to Billings, MT Billings Logan International Airport is served by Allegiant, Delta/Sky West, Frontier, Alaska/Horizon, Northwest and United airlines. Rental cars and shuttle service are available at Billings Logan International Airport. Shuttle and taxi service can be obtained by calling at the telephone kiosk located near the baggage carousel on the westend of the lower level of the airport. Billings Logan International Airport Crowne Plaza Hotel Transportation Telephone: 406-252-7400 Yellow Cab Telephone: 406-245-3033 City Cab Telephone: 406-252-8700 Other Transportation

MAPS USA map [pdf 86kb] Montana map [pdf 110kb] Billings map [pdf 115kb] City Center and Hotel map [pdf 271kb]	Helpful Information \| Visiting \| Health & Safety \| Getting to Billings, MT Meeting Invitation [pdf 34k] Click here to register for the meeting (Note: Hotel reservations must be done separately). Click here for hotel reservations. Clay Minerals Society
	Helpful Information \| Visiting \| Health & Safety \| Getting to Billings, MT Local Climate Montana Department of Tourism Billings Chamber of Commerce Yellowstone National Park Information Billings Weather Forecast Yellowstone Park Weather Forecast
	Helpful Information \| Visiting \| Health & Safety \| Getting to Billings, MT Altitude Sickness Information: Altitude sickness may develop in travelers who ascend rapidly to higher altitudes, including those in previously excellent health. Being physically fit in no way lessens the risk of altitude sickness. Those who have developed altitude sickness in the past are prone to future episodes. The risk increases with faster ascents and higher altitudes. Symptoms of altitude sickness may include headaches, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Billings, Montana's altitude is 3124 feet above sea level. Lovell, Wyoming's altitude is 3837 feet above sea level. Old Faithful Lodge, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming's altitude is 7265 feet above sea level. Preventing Altitude Sickness: Ascend gradually or by increments to higher altitudes. Avoid overexertion. Eat light meals. Avoid alcohol (effects of alcohol are magnified at higher altitudes). Preventing Dehydration: Drink plenty of fluids, especially when in the sun. Make sure you are taking in more fluid than you are losing. Schedule physical outdoor activities for the cooler parts of the day. Drink appropriate sports drinks to help maintain electrolyte balance. Preventing Heat Stroke: Drink plenty of fluids during outdoor activities, especially on hot days. Water and sports drinks are the drinks of choice; avoid tea, coffee, soda and alcohol as these can lead to dehydration. Wear lightweight, tightly woven, loose-fitting clothing in light colors. Schedule vigorous activity and sports for cooler times of the day. Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a hat, sunglasses and using an umbrella. Increase time spent outdoors gradually to get your body used to the heat. During outdoor activities, take frequent drink breaks and mist yourself with a spray bottle to avoid becoming overheated. Try to spend as much time indoors as possible on very hot and humid days. Five easy reccommendations for sunburn protection: seek shade, especially during midday when UV rays are strongest; cover up with light clothing to protect exposed skin; get a hat with a wide brim to shade your face, head, ears, and neck; wear sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays; and rub on sunscreen with at least SPF 15 and both UVA and UVB protection.
	Helpful Information \| Visiting \| Health & Safety \| Getting to Billings, MT Billings Logan International Airport is served by Allegiant, Delta/Sky West, Frontier, Alaska/Horizon, Northwest and United airlines. Rental cars and shuttle service are available at Billings Logan International Airport. Shuttle and taxi service can be obtained by calling at the telephone kiosk located near the baggage carousel on the westend of the lower level of the airport. Billings Logan International Airport Crowne Plaza Hotel Transportation Telephone: 406-252-7400 Yellow Cab Telephone: 406-245-3033 City Cab Telephone: 406-252-8700 Other Transportation