Flathead Watershed News
End of 2023 Session Legislative Update
The 2023 legislative session ended, and what a session it was! Although we were discouraged by some of the problematic bills that passed, we did witness a few victories for water quality and our environment. All in all, the Lakers kept track of dozens of bills and took numerous actions on them. We called and messaged our legislators, provided testimony at hearings, and asked the governor to veto bills that would harm the environment. Here is a recap of the key bills we followed and took action on during the session.
Owen Sowerwine matching challenge and project tours
Join us on a tour of the Owen Sowerwine conservation property, to see this hidden gem right outside of Kalispell. The 442-acre property is in a braided area of the Flathead and Stillwater rivers, including islands, wetlands, and gravel bars. This intricate river system is an important piece of the puzzle in sustaining our clean water in the river and lake downstream. It is also a gem for birds, hosting over 150 species of birds, as well as grizzly bears and bull trout.