Thank you for your interest in the Red Ants Pants Foundation's Girls Leadership Program. Participants must be Montana residents, including the sovereign tribal nations within Montana, entering their junior year of high school, have access to transportation, and be able to attend ALL events.      

Girls Leadership 2025-2026 Program Dates: 

Fall Retreat: Friday, October 23 – Sunday, October 25, 2026

Virtual Training: Wednesday, December 9, 2026 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Winter Retreat: Friday, January 29 – Sunday, January 31, 2027

Virtual Training: Wednesday, March 10, 2027 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Spring Retreat: Friday, April 23 – Sunday, April 25, 2027

*Retreat location is 30 minutes North of Bozeman, Montana. All retreats begin with dinner on Friday and conclude with lunch on Sunday*   

We are excited that you are interested in participating. Please fill out the application below. Know that there are no 'right' or 'wrong' answers. We just want you to be yourself and get to know a little more about you.

Thank you for considering a mentorship role with the Red Ants Pants Foundation's Flagship Girls Leadership Program (GLP). The GLP consists of a cohort of eight girls, eight female mentors and a team of professional facilitators. All participants attend three multi-day retreats throughout the year. Between retreats, girls develop a community leadership project and engage in a one-on-one mentoring designed to provide support, accountability, and assistance as needed. Mentors are required to attend all retreats, virtual events, and check-ins.   

Program Dates:

• Virtual Mentor Orientation: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 6:00-8:00pm
• Fall Retreat: Friday, October 23 – Sunday, October 25, 2026
• Virtual Mentor Check-in: Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm
• Virtual Training: Wednesday, December 9, 2026 | 6:00 - 7:30 pm
• Winter Retreat: Friday, January 29 – Sunday, January 31, 2027
• Virtual Mentor Check-in: Wednesday, February 24, 2027 | 6:00 – 7:30pm
• Virtual Training: Wednesday, March 10, 2027 | 6:00 - 7:30 pm
• Spring Retreat: Friday, April 23 – Sunday, April 25, 2027

 *Retreat location is 30 minutes North of Bozeman, Montana. All retreats begin with dinner on Friday and conclude with lunch on Sunday*

  Mentors are not therapists and they are not counselors. They are meant to serve as role-models who are available to support participants in maximizing their experience in the program, and to help hold them accountable to their goals. If you have any specific questions about the program or whether you should apply, please reach out to programs@redantspantsfoundation.org.

All mentors must complete a criminal history background check prior to being accepted to the program. This program is designed with an intentionally built small group, because of this we do require Mentors attend all in-person and virtual requirements listed above and to prioritize these dates above other scheduling conflicts that may arise throughout the year.

The Side Stage at the Red Ants Pants Music Festival is for emerging artists. Unlike many other festivals, our Side Stage is application-based and juried by our festival staff. 

This year's event takes place July 22-25th, 2027––please ensure that you are available before applying. Sets are approximately 25 to 30 minutes and occur between acts on the Main Stage. This is a great opportunity to share the festival “stage” with national touring acts and get exposure to loyal country, Americana, and folk fans from across Montana and beyond. Not only that, but Side Stage bands compete to be our “Emerging Artist of the Year,” as voted by fans. The winner of the Emerging Artist contest earns a chance to play the main stage the following year.

Check out the info below to learn more about the opportunity. Applications close December 15th.

THE DETAILS

• Sets are 25-30 minutes
• A small travel stipend PLUS, a chance to win a spot on the Main Stage the following year through our Emerging Artist Contest
• Complimentary weekend festival and camping passes for band members
• Band bio listed on our website and in our festival newspaper
• Audio and audio techs are provided, though backline and hospitality are not

Thank you for taking time to apply. We look forward to hearing your music!

– The Red Ants Pants Music Festival Team

*PLEASE NOTE: This is not an application to play the Main Stage.