The major agricultural enterprise in this area is cattle ranching. Cattle prices are regarded as quite good, which has a positive effect on the restaurant and beverage consumption. The employment situation is resurging quite strong at the Absaloka Coal Mine. Located four miles east of Spring Creek Resort. The resurgence is because a power plant in Minnesota had a major explosion two years ago, and was not taking coal. The power plant is nearly rebuilt and is expected to be on line and taking coal in March.
Also, the spur line that transports coal to the BNRR is being upgraded to allow coal to be rail transported to the west coast. Personnel from the mine are looking to hire a substantial increase in employees. These factors increase business from the convenience store, restaurant, bar, trailer and R.V. Park. There are presently about 22 parking spaces and about are presently rented out...
Also, the spur line that transports coal to the BNRR is being upgraded to allow coal to be rail transported to the west coast. Personnel from the mine are looking to hire a substantial increase in employees. These factors increase business from the convenience store, restaurant, bar, trailer and R.V. Park. There are presently about 22 parking spaces and about are presently rented out.
Wildlife and hunting bring in substantial income to this area. The area contains good numbers of elk, mule and whitetail deer, antelope, pheasants, grouse, and mountain lions can all be hunted. Varmint hunters allowed to take coyotes, fox, and prairie dogs. Out of state hunters come from many states including California, Texas, Minnesota
and the Eastern Seaboard. Also, about 35 miles north is the Yellowstone River Valley, with good fishing for walleyes, sauger, bass, and several other species. It is a renowned winter goose hunting area, with hunters coming from a wide area. Motivated Sellers!