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Morgan Spitznagle had spent a lot of time watching sailboat racing, but never thought much of trying the sport out herself.  “I live in Somers right across the street from Juniper Bay,” she explained. “The yacht club races are right across from my house essentially.” Morgan would regularly sit outside on her porch with friends…

Trying to keep your gift giving local this holiday season? Here are a few Montana made gifts for Dad this Christmas that are perfect for even the hardest to shop for dads!  1. For His Adventurous Side If your dad is always collecting new hobbies or dabbling in new activities, buy him a gift for…

November 25th is Small Business Saturday! Here are a few tips for how sailors can support small businesses this holiday weekend: 1. Buy Your Sailing Gear and Book Sailing Trips Locally It may seem easier to get all your holiday shopping done at the box stores, however, this Saturday make it a point to shop…

When schools close for the summer and your children have had enough screens and schedules, sailing with kids is a rewarding outdoor pastime for the whole family. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when you bring children onboard. Here are some tried and true tips to ensure everyone has a blast…

Jenna Dodge is a Montana native but her sailing story began along the coast of Mississippi when she was just a child. “I don’t remember exactly my first time sailing because I’ve seen pictures of me younger sailing but I have clear memories as a teenager,” she recalled.  On summer breaks and during the holidays,…

On the lookout for sailing schools in Montana? Go Sail Montana is the Big Sky State’s only sailing school, offering comprehensive ASA classes to get you sailing on Montana’s lakes and beyond! Here’s a few things you may want to know before signing up for courses: Why Take Sailing Courses? Sailing is a fantastic way…

Are you interested in taking your sailing skills to the next level? Then come join the world of competitive sailboat racing! You don’t need a lot of experience to start competing. Here’s a quick guide to help you get started sailboat racing in Montana: Become Part of the Sailing Community Racing sailboats is a wonderful…

  Gene Kirschbaum’s introduction to sailing is about as unique of a story as they come.    “I started sailing in about 1976 when I was a school teacher in an ocean going school,” Gene explained. “We taught a nine month typical curriculum— reading, writing, arithmetic— 8th grade through high school.”   The 85 students…

Everyone loves a good bargain! Here are a few tips to make sure you get the best deal when booking a sailing trip on Flathead Lake: 1. Book Your Sailing Trip on Flathead Lake Early The earlier you book, the cheaper your sailing trip on Flathead Lake will be! There are a limited number of…

The large race began! Start of a sailing regatta. The sailing yachts compete in speed. Renting a sailboat on Flathead Lake is easy! Here’s what you need to know for a seamless sailboat rental experience:  Where to Rent a Sailboat on Flathead Lake Go Sail Flathead Lake is the only sailboat rental company on Flathead…

Mara Brownell is a Montana native, growing up on the beautiful shores of Polson. However, when she first became interested in sailing, she wanted to leave the shores of her own hometown and sail somewhere a bit more exotic.    That’s how Mara ended up sailing around the Virgin Islands for two years. “We learned…

Summer may be winding down but there is still plenty to do over Labor Day Weekend in the Flathead Valley! Here are a few of the best Labor Day Weekend activities in the Flathead Valley to enjoy before saying a final goodbye to the summer season: 1. Soak in the Sun on Flathead Lake It’s…