History of Flathead Lake
At Go Sail Montana, we are honored to enjoy the beauty of Flathead Lake every day. The breathtaking landscape we see now is the result of fascinating natural forces and human intervention, and Flathead Lake’s history is part of its charm. This timeline of the history of Flathead Lake will take you through each phase…
Your Guide to the Flathead Lake Thistle National Championship 2024
The Thistle National Championship is back at Flathead Lake this summer! This top-tier regatta is an exciting event for sailors and non-sailors alike. Here’s what you should know about attending the 2024 Thistle National Championship on Flathead Lake: What is the Thistle National Championship? The Thistle National Championship is a series of sailboat races around…
Sailing Story: Edi Stan
As an immigrant from a landlocked country in Eastern Europe to a current resident of a landlocked state within the U.S., sailing wasn’t a likely hobby for Edi Stan to pick up. “As landlocked creatures all of our lives [my family] wondered how I got into sailing,” Edi laughed. “By a random happening I got…
A Beginner’s Guide to Sailboat Racing
Sailboat racing may seem intimidating, but preparing for your first race is easier than you think! If you’re ready to try sailing competitively this season, here’s everything you need to do before crossing the starting line: Master the Basics American Sailing Association classes help both new and experienced sailors achieve a thorough understanding of sailing…
KPAX News: Recognizing America’s Best ASA Sailing Instructors
KPAX News, A CBS affiliate station out of Missoula, Montana featured Go Sail Flathead Lake in Dayton , MT in a recent article about America’s best ASA sailing instructors. Go Sail’s Captain Trevon and Captain Bob both won the coveted “Outstanding Sailing Instructor” award from the American Sailing Association for 2023. Only 30 instructors across…
July Events in the Flathead Valley
Summer is now in full swing and there is no better time to enjoy Flathead Lake and the Flathead Valley! Here are the top July events in the Flathead Valley to help you make the most of the beautiful, summer weather: Flathead Valley 4th of July Events We’ve updated our 4th of July blog post…
How Do I Know If Sailing Conditions Are Safe to Set Sail?
No one wants the US Coast Guard or a Search and Rescue team to have to come to their rescue while out on the water! One of the best ways to avoid having to call for emergency help while out on the water is being well aware of the sailing conditions and their implications before…
What You Should Know About the Newest ASA Sailing Course: ASA 102
The mysterious gap between ASA 101 and ASA 103 has been filled! The American Sailing Association is now offering a ASA 102 course. Learn more about what this ASA course offers and how to sign up below: What is ASA 102? ASA 102 is the latest sailing course from the American Sailing Association. This course…
History Of: Cedar Island
If you’ve never heard of Cedar Island on Flathead Lake, you aren’t alone. Cedar Island is a much lesser known island than Wild Horse Island on Flathead Lake. However this island has an interesting history and is quite the hidden gem for its very infrequent visitors! Before you plan your visit, here are a few…
Things to Do in the Flathead Valley After the Under the Big Sky Festival
The Under the Big Sky Festival brings together a variety of local, national, and international musicians for a weekend of fun in Whitefish. However, if you are staying for more than just the weekend— you’ll want to check out these other fun things to do in the Flathead Valley while you are in the…
How to Book Sailboat Tours on Flathead Lake
Interested in setting sail on Flathead Lake? Here’s a simple guide on how to book your sailboat tour on Flathead Lake: 1. Decide which sailboat tour on Flathead Lake you’re most interested in Go Sail Flathead Lake may be the only company offering sailboat tours on Flathead Lake but that doesn’t mean there is only…