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Some sailing stories follow a straight line. One moment sparking the next in a neat, predictable arc. Matt’s story doesn’t quite work that way. Ask him how he got his start, and he’ll tell you, “there’s kind of two answers to that.” The first began in college, when he joined his school’s sailing club. Something…

The allure of travel drives many people into sailing, including Neal Parks. “The ability to access any coastal city via a vessel was very exciting to me,” he explained. It was about 10 years ago he set off for the Caribbean and sailed a monohull for the first time.  “When the boat started to heel…

As springtime temperatures in northwestern Montana start to rise, the area comes alive with activity as it gears up for the summer season. Don’t miss these top Flathead Valley events throughout the month of May: Spartan Trifecta (May 9 – 10) Athletes will be pushed to their limits as the Spartan Trifecta Race returns to…

Flathead Lake wasn’t always the popular summer vacation destination that it is today. Its earliest settlements were focused on the timber industry. While sailboats and powerboats are now the biggest boats on the water— this wasn’t always the case! Steamboats served as a crucial means of transport for the timber industry in the late 1800s…

The rugged, beautiful wilderness found in the protected parks and forests around Flathead Lake is part of what makes the area so extraordinary. At more than twice the size of Glacier National Park, Flathead National Forest is one of northwestern Montana’s largest and most influential protected landscapes. The interesting history of Flathead National Forest is…

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…