Need a little boost building momentum with your New Year’s resolutions and intentions? Let Norris Hot Springs be a resource for self-care in the new decade! The hot, artesian spring water supports an overall sense of well-being and provides a variety of dissolved minerals for absorption through the skin. Let yourself relax and unwind in the warmth of the water.
Are you wanting to be more social and spend time with friends as part of your wellness regimen? Norris is a perfect place to make memories and to celebrate each other on birthdays, weddings and any significant life event. If it’s your birthday, soak for free! If you find yourself going through a challenging transition, the hot springs have a calming, nourishing effect and can be very soothing both physically and emotionally. The natural wilderness setting also supports a sense of connection and well-being. Or add a Norris visit to complement a day’s adventure skiing, hiking, fishing, climbing, mountain biking or exploring nearby Bozeman, Pony, Ennis and Virginia City.
Norris Hot Springs is even more than the miracle of bubbling, fresh, hot, artesian spring water burbling up from the earth’s mantle for your soaking pleasure. There’s also the 50-Mile Snack Bar and the No Loose Dogs Saloon. Chef Abe and the poolside team serve up inspired, healthy, delicious meals and treats during pool hours. Nachos, pizzas, salads, paninis, home-made brownies and weekly specials are served up to hungry soakers. Produce from the Norris garden has been carefully stored in a new, earthen cold storage, so that it can be used through the winter months while the garden soil is frozen solid and resting. The No Loose Dogs Saloon offers a wonderfully curated wine list – with bubbly, too! Local craft beers are on tap, icy and cold, in contrast to the warmth of the springs. Non-alcoholic beverages are available as well.
And if hot water, delicious food and drink isn’t enough to entice, Norris hosts local, regional and national music talent on the poolside stage, “Live from the Dome,” every Friday, Saturday and Sunday beginning at 7pm with a $2 cover.
Highly acclaimed, Raven Roshi opens the weekend on Friday, January 17th. Original songs are written and performed by Charles Wolf Drimal on Spanish guitar, resonator guitar, harmonica and foot tambourine. He’s accompanied by Chris Jenkins on lead electric guitar and occasionally other supreme musicians.
Soak to the sounds of Tom Kirwan on Saturday, January 18th. He performs a blend of folk country and Americana. Tom’s songs evoke nostalgia of long-ago dreams and people, while weaving stories of human longing both past and present. Note: Kirwan delivers a follow-up performance to Norris on Feb. 1st.
Jacob Rountree sets up on Sunday, January 19th. Bringing an indie rock/folk sound to every performance, he sings songs with contemplative and powerful messages that are relatable and help build the soul. If his audience isn’t captivated by the introspective lyrics and unique finger-picking, they’re guaranteed to be mesmerized by his multi-dimensional performance. Inspired by artists such as Ben Howard, Jose Gonzales and Nick Drake, Rountree uses his percussive technique, while looping and layering dynamic rhythms, to create a rare musical experience.
Kristin Lundell follows on Friday, January 24th. The local singer/songwriter and guitarist performs catchy, melodic rock originals inspired by the likes of Veruca Salt, Juliana Hatfield, and The Beatles. She’ll also have the audience singing along as she puts her spin on hits that span the decades.
Weston Lewis is back on Saturday, January 25th. Lewis plays with a number of local bands, solo performances, and as a sit-in lead guitarist for artists including The Andrew Hand Band, John Sherrill, The Electric Sunday, Lang Termes, Mathias, and MOTH. His solo sets are comprised mostly of acoustic rock covers and some of his original songs. In band settings, he likes to play funk, jazz, country and more.
Roots rock duo Acoustic Roll closes out the weekend on Sunday, January 26th. Comprised of Rod Morrison and Mike Voeller, they’ll bring their guitar and percussion based acoustic music to the poolside stage. Expect to hear mellow sounds from the 60s and 70s (Stones, Beatles, Clapton, James Taylor, The Who, Dylan, Young) mixed with tasty jams and original tunes.
Aaron Williams performs on Friday, January 31st. From rock/reggae band In Walks Bud, Aaron will be playing a variety of tunes including rock, folk and reggae. Norris-goers love when he takes the Poolside stage.
For operating hours, menus and the complete music calendar, visit www.norrishotsprings.com. Follow on Facebook and Instagram (@NorrisHotSprings). •