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Legacy of Land: Mission Valley Agricultural Land Conserved for Family Farming

April 11, 2025
Cody and Elizabeth Sherman are ensuring that their family’s farming legacy in the Mission Valley will endure. Today, with the help of Flathead Land Trust, they placed a conservation easement on their 387 acres of rich farmland west of Pablo, protecting their heritage of over a century. This important measure preserves fertile farmland as well […]
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Vital Mission Valley Farmland Protected for Future Generations

March 31, 2025
In a significant win for conservation and local heritage, Paul and Sharon Guenzler have ensured the permanent protection of 290 acres of their rich farmland in the Mission Valley. The Guenzler family collaborated with Flathead Land Trust to place a conservation easement on their property, finalized on March 31. This vital step safeguards not only […]
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Merging Art and Nature: Local Artists Protect Important Wildlife Habitat with Conservation Easement

March 10, 2025
Driven by their commitment to conservation, two local artists secured a conservation easement today on a property that provides a vital link for wildlife movement. Darrell and Lael Gray partnered with Flathead Land Trust to safeguard their vibrant 20-acre forested property at the base of the Swan Mountains east of Bigfork. Located near extensive areas […]
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A Tribute to Lex Blood

March 7, 2025
Lex Blood, photo by his daughter and Flathead Land Trust Board Member, Lisa Flowers
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Upcoming Events

Donor and Partner Appreciation Year-End Celebration

Please join us for a celebration and THANK YOU for the incredible year we've had. Together, we've achieved many conservation, education and recreation goals, and we would like to show our appreciation to you - our dedicated donors, members, volunteers and partners. We will have food, drinks and a short program with updates and exciting […]

Geology Tour of Harrell Forest

Join Flathead Land Trust’s Executive Director, Paul Travis, for a Guided Geology Tour of the Harrell Forest Trails in Bigfork, Montana. Date: Tuesday, June 18th Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location: 1017 Bigfork Stage Road, Bigfork, MT (Harrell Forest Parking Lot) Uncover the Earth’s Story: Learn about the ancient bedrock of the Harrell Forest, formed over a billion years ago. Discover the impact of glaciers that sculpted […]

Harrell Forest Guided Wildflower Walk

Harrell Forest Community Trails 1017 Bigfork Stage Road, BIgfork, MT, United States

Explore Spring Wildflowers at the New Harrell Forest Trails! Join Flathead Land Trust’s Jen Guse on a guided wildflower walk through the beautiful new Harrell Forest Trails in Bigfork, Montana (1017 Bigfork Stage Road). This event takes place on Thursday, May 9th, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. What to Expect: Discover the diverse wildflowers blooming in […]

Owen Sowerwine Celebration

Please join us for a celebration of the completion of the collaborative Owen Sowerwine project!

End of Year Membership & Partner Appreciation Celebration

Meridian Office Complex 690 N. Meridian, Kalispell, MT, United States

Please join us on December 11th to celebrate our successes in 2024, and THANK YOU for the fantastic year we've had together. Our member and partner appreciation year-end celebration is our appreciation to our dedicated donors, supporters, members and partners. It's YOU who make successful community-based conservation possible! We'll provide complimentary food by Cartwright Catering, […]

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Wintering Birds of Prey Field Trip, Co-Sponsored by Owl Research Institute

Denver Holt, world-renowned owl and bird of prey expert and founder of the Owl Research Institute, and Laura Katzman of Flathead Land Trust will lead a tour of the wintering birds of prey in the Mission Valley on Saturday, February 1. The Owl Research Institute monitors raptors each winter in the Mission Valley with monthly […]

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Community Tap Night at Tamarack Brewing

Tamarack Brewing Company 05 Blacktail Rd Suite #1, Lakeside, MT

Join us at Tamarack Brewing Company on Monday, February 24th, from 5-8 PM for Community Tap Night! We’ll be raising our glasses to protect northwest Montana’s stunning landscapes, clean water, and abundant wildlife through community-based conservation. ​For every pint sold during the event, Tamarack Brewing Company will donate $0.50 to Flathead Land Trust. Plus, all […]

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Community Benefit Day at Backslope Brewing

Backslope Brewing 1107 9th St W, Columbia Falls, MT

Mark your calendars! On Tuesday, April 8th, Backslope Brewing Company is generously supporting Flathead Land Trust. Enjoy your favorite Backslope brews and tasty menu items all day long, and a percentage of the sales will be donated to support our community-based conservation work in northwest Montana. It's a delicious way to make a difference! Meet […]

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Grand Opening of Danford Reed’s Slough Wildlife Viewing Area

Reed's Slough

Please join us for the grand opening of the Reed’s Slough Wildlife Viewing Area on Saturday, April 12, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Space is limited, so please RSVP at [email protected] or (406) 752-8293. This new viewing area is situated on private land graciously provided by the Danford family, and is protected by a conservation […]

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