Savage is situated on the Yellowstone River near North Dakota. The surrounding area is comprised of grain farmers and river-bottom beet growers. The Agate Stop in Savage offers world class Montana agates set into handcrafted gold and silver jewelry. Just two miles from Savage, is Elk Island Wildlife Management Area which provides hunting opportunities, primarily for whitetail deer and pheasants. Sharp-tailed grouse, Canada geese, and mallards are common during fall. Other pursuits include agate hunting, asparagus and berry picking, bird-watching, trapping, boating and fishing, and wildlife viewing.