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‘Park After Dark’ winter hike offered at Lone Pine State Park

KALISPELL — On Wednesday, Feb. 16, from  7:30-9 p.m. experience Lone Pine State Park on a wintery night on this full moon hike. Moon views vary depending on cloud cover, but you’re guaranteed a nighttime adventure that experiences the park after hours. Be sure to dress for the weather. Trails are typically icy at this time of year, so wear micro spikes like Yaktrax if there’s snow on the ground. We’ll have snowshoes available if needed. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706, ext. 0, to register, as space is limited. Cost is $4 per hiker ($8 entry fee for non-resident vehicles).

 

‘Prepare to be Bear Aware’ education class offered at Lone Pine

 

 

KALISPELL — On Saturday, March 16, at 10 a.m. at Lone Pine State Park Visitor Center, you can learn safety tips and tools to keep people safe and bears wild as they emerge from their dens this spring. Join us as we share practical strategies designed to minimize bear-human conflicts and promote coexistence. From securing garbage bins to proper food storage techniques, we will share provide invaluable insights into creating bear-resistant environments. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and take action for the well-being of all. Registration is required as space is limited. There is no charge for this program. ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). For more information visit: fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/lone-pine or call 406-755-2706

 

Arlee to hold free screening clinic

ARLEE — A free Developmental and Preschool Screening Clinic for children ages 0 to 5 for Arlee School District will be held on Oct. 29, 2024, from 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. at Arlee Elementary School. This free screening will include gross motor, fine motor, language concepts, communication concepts, communication skills, hearing and vision screening. 

Call 406-726-3216 to schedule an appointment for your child’s screening or to receive more information.

Attend ‘Here Comes the Sun’ Concert

POLSON — The Polson Fairground Amphitheatre is the site of the “Here Comes the Sun” concert. This concert celebrates the sounds and songs of the Beatles at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food trucks will be on site at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each.

 

Country Jam, dances cancelled

POLSON — Our Classic Country Jammin’ scheduled for April 5, at the Elks Ballroom in Polson is cancelled until further notice. Wednesday night dances at the Elks’ ballroom in Polson are also cancelled until further notice. We pray that everyone is staying home and being safe. We do have to go out for essentials and that is okay. Lake City Bakery, McDonalds and Burgerville are open in Polson for take outs. We are all in this together and need to help each other wherever we can, physically or financially. Please encourage one another and we will all get through this. Don’t be prideful and not ask for help, if you really need it. This hardship we are going through may take a little time but if we all work together and for each other, it will pass. We hope to see you all again very soon.

Donation day planned at library

POLSON —Friends of the Library will hold their donation day on Nov. 2 for the month of November. You can donate up to two boxes of books per donation. Please make sure they are in good, clean condition. Visit: northlakecountylibrary.org and go to the “about us” tab and choose material donation policy for specific details.

 

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

 

Faith Lutheran to hold Advent, Christmas Eve services

RONAN - Faith Lutheran Church, 406 5th Ave. SW, will hold Advent services on Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11, and 18, at 7 p.m. and a Christmas Candlelight service on Dec. 24, at 4 p.m.

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Thursday, July 11

Sign up for Research Cruise

7/11/2024

LAKESIDE — The Flathead Lake Biological Station invites you to a special FLBS 125 Anniversary Initiative Research Cruise on Thursday, July 11. Climb aboard the Far West at Flathead Harbor at Lakeside and Far West Boat Tours, 7007 US Highway 93, for an afternoon cruise on Flathead Lake with FLBS researchers and interns to one of the Biological Station’s Flathead Lake monitoring sites. 

Enjoy food and beverages while FLBS scientists and educators offer a conversational overview of Flathead Lake ecology, Flathead Watershed Monitoring Program, important FLBS research updates, FLBS education programs, and more. Cost is $125/person. Proceeds benefit FLBS research and monitoring. 

Space is limited. Reservations are required. For more information call 406-844-2628.

Saturday, July 13

Final day of Paddle Palooza held

7/13/2024

BIG ARM — Voyage 30 miles along Flathead Lake’s spectacular shoreline. For more information go to: nan@silverliningmt.org. 

Saturday, July 20

Calling all Flathead Lake lovers to Poker Paddle

7/20/2024

POLSON — Get ready for an amazing day of fun on the water at the annual Poker Paddle for Clean Water on Saturday, July 20. This year we reduced ticket costs so you can bring your family and friends. Tickets are $50 for adults and $35 for youth paddlers 17 and under. Parents or guardians must be present. Lunch is not covered in your ticket price. There will be food cars to order from. The event kicks off at Boettcher Park. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with staggered start times. Long course launch is at 9 a.m.; mid length launches at 9:30 a.m. and short/family launches begin at 10 a.m. Limited to 100 vessels. Proceeds benefit Flathead Lakers. Register at givebutter.com.

Republican Boat Parade planned

7/20/2024

POLSON — Lake County MT Republicans present “The Republican Boat Parade” on Saturday, July 20, at 1 p.m. All boaters gather in Polson Bay by Memorial Bridge. More details on the website: lakecountymtrepublicans.com. Prizes will be given for best decorated boat. All supporters welcome.

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