Best Things To Do In Sidney Montana

Located along the Yellowstone River, Sidney captures everything great about a small town, Montana living. From the quaint downtown and genuine kindness of those who live here to the beauty of the Great Plains, we are proud to call Sidney home. The place where Richland Aviation got its start, we have raised many generations of our family here and have loved every minute; we are confident that you will too! Don’t let the size of this place scare you off—our town has a lot to offer. Hunting, fishing, biking, and eating, take a look at why our employees love working and playing in Sidney!

 

Where do Richland employees get to eat?

 

 

Meadowlark Brewing and Public House

If you are looking for some of the best craft beer in town, check out Sidney’s microbrewery hotspot, the Meadowlark. With numerous authentic, home-brewed beers to try from and new ones always emerging, visitors will be blown away by what Meadowlark Brewing has to offer. Need a bite to eat? The Meadowlark Public House also has you covered. Located at the same place as Meadowlark Brewing, the Public House has a menu sure satisfy everyone. With a great environment to boot, it’s worth a trip or two to the Meadowlark. For more information on Meadowlark Brewing, check out their website at www.meadowlarkbrewing.com!

 

 

South 40

The South 40 has been serving some of the best food in town for over 40 years. If you are looking for a delicious prime rib or steak dinner, you should look no further! The South 40 is proud to serve Cattle Company beef, and the quality of their food is well known around the area. If you are looking for something lighter, the South 40 boasts a fantastic soup and salad bar that never fails to be a fan favorite. The “Cheers-like atmosphere” and karaoke nights also make the lounge and casino a great place for visitors to sit back and enjoy great company. Check out this Sidney favorite at www.south40sidney.com.

 

 

Pizza House

Looking for the best pizza in town? Pizza House just might be the place for you. Reopened in 2016, the fun environment at their Central Avenue location is a great place to enjoy their highly regarded pizza with friends and family. Don’t feel like venturing out? They deliver too! Beyond just the pizza, their breadsticks are a favorite around town along with their soup and sandwiches. We love everything about their pizza, and we are sure you will too! For more information on Pizza House, check them out on Facebook.

 

 

 

How do Richland employees get to enjoy the outdoors?

 

 

Hunting and Fishing

Sidney finds itself home to some of the best hunting and fishing in the country. It’s so good, in fact, that well-known TV and sports personalities have flown right into Richland Aviation with hunting being their reason for stopping in! Whether you are hunting antelope, elk, or deer or looking to bag some birds, the area will not disappoint—it truly is a hunter’s paradise. More of a fisherman? The Yellowstone River provides ample opportunity for that as well. Fort Peck Reservoir, the fifth largest artificial lake in the United States, is a wonderful spot for those willing to venture away from Sidney to cast their line. There are even several fishing competitions offered throughout the year! Grab your rod—the fish are waiting and biting!

 

 

Sidney Country Club

Do you wish there was an opportunity to put down the wrenches at closing time and hit the links? Richland employees have just that. Sidney Country Club is just a stone’s throw away from the office, the course is right off the approach end of runway 19! This Sidney classic is a semi-private, 18-hole course with beautiful grounds and holes for every skill level. Need lessons? They also provide those. Sidney Country Club is also home to the American Petroleum Institute’s (API) annual golf tournament which always draws a big crowd. To get more information and set your tee time, visit their website at www.sidneycountryclub.com!

 

 

Sherry Arnold Fitness Trail

Looking for a nice way to spend a summer evening? Sidney offers a fantastic walking path that is easily accessible and connects to almost anything in town. Recently expanded, the Sherry Arnold Fitness Trail is open to walkers and bikers alike taking you past locations like the Svarre Municipal Pool, Ranger Arena, Sidney High School, the Richland County Fairgrounds, and much more. Whether it’s just you or the entire family, the bike path is a cheap and easy way to have fun, see Sidney, and stay healthy!

 

 

 

What kind of local events and landmarks do Richland employees get to enjoy?

 

 

Richland County Fair and Rodeo

Consistently drawing a massive crowd to Sidney, the Richland County Fair and Rodeo is an event many in the area perpetually schedule into their year. Coming up on its 100-year anniversary, this annual four-day event is marked by carnival rides, good food, and numerous exhibits drawing those of all ages and all interests. The rodeo and concert serve as hallmark fair events with the concert drawing in artists including Dierks Bentley and Leann Rimes. More information on the RCF&R can be found at www.richland.org!

 

 

Bakken Brewfest

Hosted by the Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce, the Bakken Brewfest is a new Sidney favorite. Located at the Richland County fairground’s event center, this event is a great opportunity to spend time with friends and taste from an assortment of regional microbrews. The live music also makes this a fantastic experience for those of legal drinking age. Check out the Sidney Chamber’s website for dates and tickets and remember to drink responsibly!

 

 

 

Fairview Lift Bridge and Cartwright Tunnel

A wonderful piece of local history as well as an amazing example of human engineering, individuals will not be let down visiting the Fairview Bridge and Cartwright Tunnel. Built-in 1913 to accommodate steamboat traffic along the Yellowstone River, the bridge saw its final vehicular crossing in 1955, and the last train crossed in 1986. Ironically, the Fairview Bridge was only lifted once as a test! The bridge is now open to walkers wishing to check out this spot on the National Register of Historic Places. At the far end is the Cartwright Tunnel, the only train tunnel in North Dakota. While trains no longer traverse the 1,458-foot long tunnel, it is a fun hike for those with a flashlight!

 

 

What other resources are available to Richland employees and job searchers?

 

 

Sidney-Richland Regional Airport

While located in a seemingly remote area of the country, Sidney’s essential air service provider, Cape Air, will get travelers back and forth from Montana’s business and travel hub in Billings, MT. With five daily, round-trip flight offerings and incredibly affordable ticket prices, Sidney residents are never far from the rest of the world! For more information on Cape Air, visit the Sidney-Richland Regional Airport webpage at www.sidneymtairport.com.

 

 

Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture

An individual’s best resource for information on Sidney and the surrounding area, job searchers are encouraged to visit www.sidneymt.com for more information on what this top-notch Montana town has to offer. We are sure that the more you learn about our long-time home, the more excited you will be to join the Richland family!
(image provided by the Sidney Chamber of Commerce)

 

 

 

I really like what Sidney has to offer! What should I do now?

We are confident that our employees will love what Sidney and the surrounding area has to offer. It truly captures the best of small town, Montana living. Now that you know where you will be living, working, and playing, take a look at the exciting work you will be doing! Is Sidney not the right fit for you? That’s okay! Take a look at our other operation located in Billings, MT along with its available positions.