Montana State Library

04/17/2026

GIS & UAS Professionals, you know how much time gets lost correcting errors, managing control points, and validating datasets.

The Montana State Reference Network (MTSRN) delivers real-time GNSS corrections that give you centimeter-level accuracy—statewide.

What that means for you:
✔ Faster data collection in the field
✔ Fewer ground control points needed
✔ More reliable datasets for analysis & mapping
✔ Consistent, repeatable results across projects

Right now, you can test it for yourself—FREE through May 31!

Federal dollars ensure Montanans have reliable natural resource data and mapping products for stewardship, planning, and economic growth

04/10/2026

Surveyors—this message is for you!

The Montana State Reference Network (MTSRN) is offering free access through May 31, giving you the chance to use real-time, high-accuracy GNSS in your workflow.

Whether you're running boundary surveys, construction staking, or topo work, this can help you:

—Spend less time in the field
—Reduce rework and re-shoots
—Improve consistency and accuracy
—Eliminate the need for a base setup

👉 Start your free trial: https://msl.mt.gov/mtsrn/Trial

If you’ve been looking for ways to improve efficiency this season, this is an easy one to test.

04/08/2026

Farmers and ag operators, the Montana State Reference Network (MTSRN) is offering FREE ACCESS through May 31, giving you an opportunity to see what centimeter-level accuracy can actually do in your operation.

User of the MTSRN Experience:
Less overlap. Higher yields. More efficiency.

Start your extended trial today by clicking the “Sign Up” button below!

07/11/2025

Thanks in part to funding from DPHHS we are happy to offer a texting program with early literacy and learning tips, along with fun activities for caregivers and kids aged 0-4 living in Montana. Text MSL to 70138 to get started.

Alt text: You are an important part of a little one's life. That can be a big job. Get learning tips and fun activities for you and kids aged 0-4 texted right to your phone, making learning with a child easier for everyone! Text MSL to 70138 to get started

07/11/2025

Beanstack is now available to Montana public library users! Use it on the web at https://mslmt.beanstack.com or find Beanstack in your app store and search for 'Montana' to find your local library.

Beanstack works like a fitness tracker, but it keeps track of how much you have read! Track in minutes read and/or entire books. Help meet our first statewide community goal of 100,000 books read! You can use it to track your summer reading, 1,000 books before kindergarten, or simply use it to meet your personal reading goals.

03/21/2025

Montana State Library Commission to Meet

(HELENA)--- The Montana State Library (MSL) Commission will meet at the Best Western Plus GranTree Inn and on Zoom on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. The public is invited to attend. For an agenda, meeting materials, and information about how to join the online meeting, visit:
https://mslservices.mt.gov/ASPeN/Events/Event_Detail?Event_ID=28441

11/26/2024

The Montana State Library (MSL) Commission will meet at the Montana State Library Gertrude Buckhous Conference Room and Zoom on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. The public is invited to attend. Click below for an agenda, meeting materials, and information about how to join the online meeting

Montana State Library Commission to Meet Montana State Library sent this bulletin at 11/26/2024 12:44 PM MST Montana State Library Commission to Meet (HELENA)--- The Montana State Library (MSL) Commission will meet at the Montana State Library Gertrude Buckhous Conference Room and Zoom on Wednesday,...

11/25/2024

The State Library is hiring an Administrative Specialist. Click here for more info:

Click the link provided to see the complete job description.

11/21/2024

This is your last chance to register for the Montana State Reference Network (MTSRN) upcoming trainings for land surveyors and GIS and UAS professionals. If you're looking to enhance your knowledge of the MTSRN, please register to join us!

Morning session for Land Surveyors, register here: https://bit.ly/4fkpwux
Afternoon session for GIS and UAS Professionals, register here: https://bit.ly/3YIHoZQ

Last Chance to Register: MTSRN Virtual Training on December 4! Montana State Library sent this bulletin at 11/21/2024 08:20 AM MST Last Chance to Register: MTSRN Virtual Training on December 4! Our registration will be closing soon for two upcoming virtual training webinars on the Montana State Refe...

10/31/2024

The Montana State Reference Network (MTSRN) is offering free trainings on December 4 for land surveyors and GIS and UAS professionals. If you're looking to enhance your knowledge of the MTSRN, please register to join us!

Morning session for Land Surveyors, register here: https://bit.ly/4fkpwux
Afternoon session for GIS and UAS Professionals, register here: https://bit.ly/3YIHoZQ

Montana State Reference Network Free Virtual Training on December 4 Montana State Library sent this bulletin at 10/31/2024 10:00 AM MDT On December 4, the Montana State Reference Network (MTSRN) will host two webinars to help professionals in land surveying and GIS, and UAS to elevate their knowledg...