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Many people begin sailing thanks to a push from a friend or family member but for Aron Quist, the push came from a music genre.  “I was inspired by yacht rock to go sailing,” Aron explained. “It was kind of the fantasy of being on a boat and casting your life into the waves.” Songs…

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Winter is when the Flathead region becomes a magical wonderland with thick white snow coating the mountains, pine trees, and rooftops. Additionally, numerous Christmas events in the Flathead Valley bring residents and visitors together in holiday cheer, making it a great place to visit for Christmas. These…

If you own a sailboat and are looking to get out on Flathead Lake, there are a few things you should know before setting sail! These sailing FAQs can help you to enjoy your time out on your boat to the fullest.  I own a sailboat but would like instruction to become a better captain….

Kirk’s sailing story began with Go Sail Flathead Lake. While he had been out on many a boat, none had been a sailboat. “I expected that it would be pretty fun,” he said. “I have a decent amount of experience with boats so I assumed it would be kind of like that but with the…

Discover The Flathead Valley’s captivating wilderness when you want to escape the grind of daily life and connect with nature. Here is everything you need to know to plan a perfect Flathead Lake vacation: When to Visit The Flathead area experiences all four seasons, so you must consider the weather conditions when you choose to…

Arielle Wilson’s plunge into sailing began as a cathartic way for her family to deal with difficult news. Her uncle had just been diagnosed with a terminal illness. “It was my dad and my uncle’s way to bond,” she explained. “They just showed up with a boat.”  Both her dad and her uncle had sailing…

Sailing gives you the freedom to travel all over the world! But sailing the coast can require different skills and provide distinct experiences from sailing inland bodies of water. This guide will compare coastal sailing and inland sailing to help you decide which is the best fit for you. What are the advantages of Coastal…

Bill Pope’s introduction to sailing sounds a bit like a clown car trying to take to water. “We probably had seven people on [the sailboat] and it probably shouldn’t have been more than three or four and no motor… so this was just going off the dock and expecting to get back to the dock,”…

Whether history, sports, or nature piques your interest, there are fun Flathead Lake activities for everyone. Here are six things you can do here that you can’t do anywhere else: 1. Sail Flathead Lake While there are many activities near Flathead Lake on land, don’t miss the chance to enjoy the water, too! Flathead Lake…

This summer, Lake County Search and Rescue (SAR) had to rescue quite a few kayakers in distress. None of these kayakers were on a tour with Go Sail Flathead Lake and that’s not just due to luck. Here is what you need to know about how Go Sail Flathead Lake keeps all their kayak renters…

Sergio Mercado was drawn to sailing young.  “I was 14 or 15 years old but I didn’t know anything, I was just a passenger but it amazed me, you know, the way the wind could move the boat,” Sergio said about his introduction to sailing in Puerto Rico on his great uncle’s boat. “It caught…

Would you like to turn your love of sailing on Flathead Lake into a career? At Go Sail Montana, we are always interested in adding enthusiastic and experienced sailors to our growing team. You may be closer to qualifying for a job as a captain or instructor than you think. Here is an overview of…