Join us for Science on Tap, Thursday, December 5th at 6:30pm in the Cellar at the FLBC Pubhouse. Our speaker is Franz Ingelfinger, Kalispell Area Wildlife Biologist for Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP).

His talk will be, “Elk Population Problems in the South Fork of the Flathead River.”

This Giving Tuesday, your support is critical to advancing the Flathead Lakers’ initiatives that protect Flathead Lake and its watershed. From battling aquatic invasive species to conserving vital lands along the Flathead River, your contribution helps preserve this extraordinary ecosystem for the community, wildlife, and future generations.

Join us for Science on Tap, Thursday, November 7th at 6:30pm in the Cellar at the FLBC Pubhouse. Our speaker is John Fraley, retired FWP and current FVCC faculty.

His talk will be “Biology and Spirituality of Westslope Cutthroat Trout in the South Fork of the Flathead.”

Join us for Science on Tap, Thursday, October 3rd at 6:30pm in the Cellar at the FLBC Pubhouse. Our speaker is Frank H. Tyro, President of the Great Bear Foundation. His talk will be “Observations on 40 years of Arctic and Sub-Arctic Travels.”

Stop by our office to welcome our new Executive Director, Coby Gierke on September 27th from 5:00 to 6:00 PM.

Help us keep our favorite places clean by participating in the 2024 Flathead Waters Cleanup! Volunteer teams can register to pick up trash in and around any waterbody in the Flathead Watershed.

Come and join us for a delightful Summer Soirée on Flathead Lake. Join us for a remarkable evening fundraiser with panoramic views of Flathead Lake on Black Point in Polson, Montana. Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies of Rob Quist & Great Northern during a private concert, while indulging in a delightful array of appetizers and refreshing beverages.

This exclusive event is limited to only 125 attendees, ensuring an intimate and unforgettable experience.

Join us for the 8th annual Poker Paddle for Clean Water!

Bring your kayaks, SUPs, canoes or swimming ability on a short or long course to designated stops on the beautiful south end of Flathead Lake in Polson, MT, collecting playing cards along the way. Each player receives a commemorative gift.

After years of collaboration, we are thrilled that the 405-acre Owen Sowerwine property is now permanently protected by a conservation easement. Together with our partners, Flathead Land Trust, Flathead Audubon, and Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, we will celebrate this milestone event, a half-century in the making. Please join us! Stay tuned for details.

CHANGED LOCATION. Due to the extreme heat in the forecast for Wednesday, we decided to move the Owen Sowerwine Celebration indoors for everyone's safety and comfort. Please note the change in venue to the downstairs lobby of the office building where Flathead Land Trust's office is located

Join us for an informative and engaging evening with Fish Wildlife and Parks (FWP) Aquatic Invasive Species Bureau Chief, Tom Woolfe, as we explore the critical issue of Aquatic Invasive Species and how we can prevent their introduction into our Watershed. This event is hosted by the Flathead Lakers and is scheduled for June 26th at our office from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM.

Join us on the Summer Solstice for the Flathead Lakers Annual Meeting and 65th Anniversary Celebration. Social hour begins at 5:00pm with drinks and appetizers, and the program starts at 6:00 pm.

Climate Cafe is an open, respectful, accepting space for people who are concerned about the climate crisis to gather, to talk, to share their thoughts and personal stories, to explore how to take personal, community, and global action, as well create a climate resilient Flathead Valley.

Join us for Science on Tap, Thursday, May 2 at 6:30pm in the Cellar at the FLBC Pubhouse. Our speaker is Barry Hanson, Fisheries Biologist for the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. His talk will be “Tribal Restoration Efforts on Flathead Lake: Beaches to Bull Trout.”

Join us for Science on Tap, Thursday, April 4 at 6:30pm in the Cellar at the FLBC Pubhouse. Our speaker is UM Flathead Lake Biological Station Assistant Research Professor, Rachel Malison. Her talk will be “Monitoring Montana Waters: A program that supports volunteer water quality monitoring to protect our waters.”

Climate Cafe is an open, respectful, accepting space for people who are concerned about the climate crisis to gather, to talk, to share their thoughts, to share personal stories, to explore how to take personal, community, and global action, as well create a climate resilient Flathead Valley

Join us for Science on Tap, Thursday, March 7 at 6:30 pm. February's speaker will be National Geographic author, Doug Chadwick. His talk will be “The Nature of Wolverines and the Nature in Us.”

Climate Cafe is an open, respectful, accepting space for people who are concerned about the climate crisis to gather, to talk, to share their thoughts, to share personal stories, to explore how to take personal, community, and global action, as well create a climate resilient Flathead Valley

Join us for Science on Tap, Thursday, February 1 at 6:30 pm. Beth Mendelsohn with the Owl Research Institute. Her talk will be on "Montana’s Hidden Owls: Three Decades of Research and Discovery.”

Climate Cafe is an open, respectful, accepting space for people who are concerned about the climate crisis to gather, to talk, to share their thoughts, to share personal stories, to explore how to take personal, community, and global action, as well create a climate resilient Flathead Valley

Join us for the first Science on Tap of 2024 on Thursday, January 4 at 6:30 pm. January’s speaker will be Neil Anderson, Program Manager - Wildlife Division of Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks.

His talk will be on "Wild Horse Island Bighorns – History and Role in Bighorn Conservation."

Climate Cafe is an open, respectful, accepting space for people who are concerned about the climate crisis to gather, to talk, to share their thoughts, to share personal stories, to explore how to take personal, community, and global action, as well create a climate resilient Flathead Valley

Science on Tap returns to the Flathead Lake Brewing Company pubhouse on Thursday December 7th at 6:30.

Join us on Thursday, December 7 at 6:30 pm. December's speaker will be Mike Koopal, Founder, Executive Director of the Whitefish Lake Institute and Chair of the Western Montana Conservation Commission. His talk will be on "How to Manage Crap in the Fastest Growing Micropolitan Area (Hint: it’s Kalispell!) in the U.S." With an Introduction to the Western Montana Conservation Commission

This Giving Tuesday, we aim to raise $6,500 in celebration of 65 years of Flathead Lakers history and kickstart our new Scholarship Program for graduating Lake County Students.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Scholarship Program for Lake County graduating seniors pursuing higher education in Montana. As part of our Giving Tuesday campaign, $5,000 of our $6,500 goal will be directed towards the scholarship fund.

Climate Cafe is an open, respectful, accepting space for people who are concerned about the climate crisis to gather, to talk, to share their thoughts, to share personal stories, to explore how to take personal, community, and global action, as well create a climate resilient Flathead Valley

Science on Tap returns to the Flathead Lake Brewing Company pubhouse on Thursday November 2nd at 6:30.

Dr. Jim Elser, Director of the Flathead Lake Biological Station, kicks off our 2023-2024 season with his talk titled “Phosphorus, Food, and Flathead Lake.”

Bigfork Shoreline Social.

Executive Director, Kate Sheridan will share our past success and future dreams for a healthy ecosystem and the challenges of clean water in the Flathead Watershed. Appetizers will be served!

Learn about the vital role buffer gardens play in protecting the Flathead Watershed and how these lush sanctuaries act as nature's defense against nonpoint source pollution, ensuring the continued clarity and purity of Flathead Lake. Explore the myriad benefits of incorporating native plants into your shoreline, promoting biodiversity, resilience, and ecological balance.

Climate Cafe is an open, respectful, accepting space for people who are concerned about the climate crisis to gather, to talk, to share their thoughts, to share personal stories, to explore how to take personal, community, and global action, as well create a climate resilient Flathead Valley

Climate Cafe is an open, respectful, accepting space for people who are concerned about the climate crisis to gather, to talk, to share their thoughts, to share personal stories, to explore how to take personal, community, and global action, as well create a climate resilient Flathead Valley