BridgerNet / Gallatin County Resource Sharing Group
About BridgerNet
All libraries in the Montana Shared Catalog consortium share the Symphony integrated library system (ILS), as well as access to system support and training. The Gallatin County libraries, sometimes also called BridgerNet Sharing Group, also share materials. Patrons in Gallatin County can place holds on items owned by other libraries in the group. Using regional transport and courier service, the item is delivered to the patron’s home library or any Gallatin County library for them to pick up. Gallatin County libraries agree on shared circulation rules, practices, and procedures to ensure smooth interactivity for patrons throughout the system. Member libraries meet four times a year to discuss consortium business.
Mission of BridgerNet Consortium
The BridgerNet Consortium shares an automated catalog and circulation system which maximizes resources of the member libraries for the residents of Gallatin County.
Member Libraries
Belgrade Community Library
Bozeman Public Library
Bozeman Bookmobile
Manhattan Community School Library
Three Forks Community Library
West Yellowstone Public Library
A map of current Gallatin County / BridgerNet libraries can be found on the MSC Resource Sharing Groups page.
Gallatin County / BridgerNet is a closed sharing group and is not able to add new libraries; libraries interested in sharing partnerships are encouraged to look at the Partners Resource Sharing Group.BridgerNet Consortium Guidelines
BridgetNet Guidelines are under revision in 2024; updated guidelines will be posted to this page when available.
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