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As the associate director of the University of Montana’s Flathead Lake Biological Station, an ecological research and education center on Flathead Lake, it probably isn’t much of a surprise that Tom Bansak’s life has always revolved around the water. It was a love he inherited from his father, a Navy veteran and sailboat racer himself….

Renting a boat on Flathead Lake can be an excellent way to explore one of Montana’s most beautiful natural wonders! Selecting the right boat rental can have a significant impact on the success of your day on the lake. Our top tips will make sure you choose the perfect boat rentals on Flathead Lake for…

Visiting Flathead Lake in September is ideal for enjoying milder temperatures and avoiding crowds. Although summer is over, there are still plenty of exciting events in the area. Here are our top suggestions for September events in the Flathead Valley: Sail Flathead Lake It’s not too late to appreciate the amazing natural beauty of the…

Flathead Lake has nearly 200 square miles of open waters to sail. That said, some Flathead Lake boating areas are better than others. It’s important to know the lay of the land (and water).  Let’s look at everything you need to know about where to boat on Flathead Lake—from launching to discovering our favorite hidden…

New for the 2025 boating season, Go Sail Montana is offering sunset charters on Flathead Lake! Sailing in the evening allows groups to see the sunset over the mountains on one of the most scenic lakes in the Rockies. If it’s your first time booking a sunset charter, here’s a look at everything you need…

Boating can be an expensive hobby, but it doesn’t have to be! These are our best tips for boating on a budget: Save Big with a Sailing Membership An essential money-saving measure for savvy sailors is enrolling in a sailing membership, which gives the freedom of unlimited sailing all season for one flat fee. With…

Something mysterious may be lurking in the depths of Flathead Lake! Many locals believe in the existence of a Flathead Lake Monster, with tales of the creature originating with the Kootenai tribe and continuing with numerous documented sightings throughout the years. Here is a history of the Montana mythical creature that has captured the community’s…

This summer Go Sail Flathead Lake invited employees from Flathead Lake Biological Station (FLBS) on a tranquil, motor-free tour stretching from Big Arm to Yellow Bay. This sailing trip brought awareness to the recreation opportunities, environmental impacts, and long-term protection of Flathead Lake. FLBS staff and Go Sail have worked together in the past to…

A trip to Flathead Lake is incomplete without setting out on its famously clean, glacier-fed water! There is a wide variety of Flathead Lake boat rental options to fit any budget, preferences, and experience levels. This guide will help you understand which Flathead Lake boat rental is right for your needs: Sailboats For a serene…

Summer fun is in full swing at Flathead Lake in August, and the month is packed with a variety of activities! Don’t miss these exciting Flathead Valley events in August: Montana Cup Regatta Montana’s top sailing event of the year, the Montana Cup Regatta, takes place on gorgeous Flathead Lake this month. The regatta attracts…

If you’ve spent much time recreating on Flathead Lake, especially in the Yellow Bay area, you may have found yourself looking out on the water at quite an odd sight and asking yourself— is that a kayak, a sailboat… a mirage? Somewhat surprisingly, all of those answers would be correct. That brightly colored boat on…

Perhaps the most underrated contributor to the Flathead Watershed is the Flathead Lake Biological Station. Sometimes referred to as “the Sentinel of the Lake,” the research center has been instrumental in preserving the Flathead’s world-renowned water quality, beauty, ecological health, and economic prosperity; ensuring that it remains as lush and clean as it was centuries…