Warm up from the fall chill at Norris Hot Springs – Soak to the sounds of Tom Kirwan on Friday, October 4th. He performs a blend of folk country and Americana.
As the nights get longer, the days get shorter and the outside temperature drops, that first step into the hot springs pool feels so good! The air temperature fluctuates and dips to freezing and below, but the pool temperature stays consistently warm and inviting.
The Norris Hot Springs pool is fed by a series of artesian springs. The water comes in naturally hot, having been heated by the earth’s magma. The incoming temperature of the water hovers around 120 degrees Fahrenheit, making cooling necessary. A simple spraying system creates the perfect soaking temperatures by circulating the spring water and cooling the pool temperature to below 100 degrees in the summer and as warm as 106 degrees in the winter.
The hot mineral water overflow and drainage from the pool gets diverted into the neighboring wetlands, creating a steaming, lush and abundant niche ecosystem supporting wildlife through the harsh Montana winters.
October soakers can enjoy healthy, local, delicious snacks and meals from the 50-Mile Snack Bar. Look for hearty Chef’s specials, too! All the food from 50-Mile is available to go. Take a peek at the menu on the website. Local beer and carefully curated wines are also available and can be enjoyed poolside or in the pool along with a variety of soft drinks, house-made chai and coffee.
And as usual, Norris features “Live from the Dome” music every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night from 7–9:30pm.
Soak to the sounds of Tom Kirwan on Friday, October 4th. 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.
Emerald City duo Released from the Quiet visit Norris on Saturday, October 5th. Songs of the road, out of this world love, and introspection weave their way into the material. Singing with gravely angst and groovy rhythms, this duo is sure to kick up a variety of emotions that remind us to love this life we live and live this life we love.
Paul Lee Kupfer brings the acoustics on Sunday, October 6th. Originally from the mountains of West Virginia, Kupfer has travelled as a solo performer and band leader for more than a decade. He has a distinctive approach and his arrangements are inventive and fun. Restless touring and writing has allowed him to share the bill with some of his heroes and bring his music to many different kinds of people across the United States. Kupfer is a member of local trio the Bus Driver Tour alongside Danny Freund and Ian Thomas.
Todd Green entertains on Friday, October 11th. Known for his acoustic light rock musical style and passion for vinyl records, Green has lived in the area for more than thirty years. Expect to hear 60s–80s rock classics including favorites from America, The Eagles to David Bowie, Pink Floyd and everything in between.
Pacific Northwest singer/songwriters Kristen Marlo and Gina Belliveau take the Poolside Stage on Saturday, October 12th. Marlo’s classical background gives her a range from soft and sentimental to viciously passionate. Belliveau brings a unique percussive style that breathes life and twists into popular works as well as beautiful original compositions. Blended together, listeners can expect a wonderful mix of sounds and emotions.
Restless Pines close out the weekend on Sunday, October 13th. The guitar and violin folk duo composed of Chad Ball and Sarah Crossman play original folk/roots and Americana music. The pair have played together in the Red Mountain Band for the last few years.
For operating hours, menus and more, visit www.norrishotsprings.com. •