NOR ANA O E C R E A T I O N€¦ · National Park lies north of Glacier, and in1932, the two parks...

O u t d O O r r e c r e a t i O n

19

TH

ING

S T

O D

O2 0 1 8 - 1 9

N O R T H W E S T M O N T A N A

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK PARK HEADQUARTERS PO BOX 128 WEST GLACIER, MT 59936 406-888-7800 TDD 406-888-7806 http://www.nps.gov/glac Glacier National Park was established in 1910, and part of it was at one time included in the Blackfoot Indian Reservation. Waterton Lakes National Park lies north of Glacier, and in1932, the two parks were united to form the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, a million-acre park. They remain under separate administrations. The park was named for the 30-40 named glaciers located there. Some of the glaciers are small, and others are immense like the Blackfoot Glacier, the park’s second largest at almost 440 acres. It lies in the central section of the park at the head of the St. Mary Valley. These beds of ice are the remains of mountain glaciers that once covered the whole area. In 1818, the 49th parallel to the Continental Divide was used as the international boundary between the U.S. and Canada, then a territory owned by Great Britain, thereby making an arbitrary division between what are now Waterton and Glacier Parks. Toward the end of the 19th century, two men, Frederick William Godsal of Canada and George Bird Grinnell of the U.S., persuaded their respective governments to set aside a large part of that area as wilderness to be preserved for future generations. In 1895, Waterton Lakes National Park was established, and in 1910, Glacier was created. In 1932, due largely to the persuasion of Rotary International, the U.S. Congress and the Canadian Parliament established the first international peace park. Mount Cleveland (10,466 ft) in the northern part of the park is the highest peak. Others include Kintla Peak, Mount Siyeh and Mount Stimson. All are more than 10,000 feet above sea level.

The park has about 250 lakes, both in the mountains and in the valleys. One of the favorite lakes is St. Mary Lake for its beauty. Iceberg Lake, named so because it contained icebergs even in the summer at 6,000 feet, and Lake McDonald, the largest at 11 miles long and averaging 1½ miles wide, are also beautiful spots to see. Hidden Lake is just a short distance from the visitor center at Logan Pass and is a popular place to observe mountain goats. The animals of Glacier Park are, of course, protected by law. Among the wildlife in the park are mountain goats, grizzly bears, black bears and bighorn sheep, as well as numerous birds and fish. All visitors must stop at one of the park entrances. There is an entry fee. Visitor centers are open seven days a week at Apgar from May thru October, at St Mary from late-May thru mid-October, and at Logan Pass from mid-June thru mid-October. Apgar Visitor Center is also open during winter weekends. The summer months, June through August, are when the park is most heavily used. However, from late December to April, visitors can ski or snowshoe, as a few of the roads are cleared. Going-to-the-Sun Road along Lake McDonald is plowed in the winter. No snowmobiles are allowed in the park. It is also advisable to register all climbs with a ranger and check the latest weather and avalanche postings. During the summer, Going-to-the-Sun Road is cleared of snow and will take visitors to Logan Pass (6,646 ft). Don’t be surprised to see snow along the roadside. Remember that there are vehicle restrictions throughout the park. More than 50 miles of mountain highways cut through the park to take visitors to famous park hotels, hiking trails, horseback riding, biking areas, boating, mountain climbing and fishing areas. At the ranger stations and visitor centers, publications and schedules are available

for day hikes, backcountry hiking, fishing, boating and horseback riding. Ranger-guided walks, campfire and evening presentations are offered June through September. Glacier National Park Headquarters is located beyond the entrance at West Glacier and houses the main offices. Logan Pass Visitor Center, on the Going-to-the Sun Road, shows exhibits on alpine plants and animals. Many Glacier Ranger Station, near the Many Glacier Valley, has maps and literature. Polebridge Ranger Station is at the northwest corner of the park, just off the North Fork Road, and also has maps and literature. St. Mary Visitor Center, near St. Mary Lake on the east side of the park, has geological exhibits and Glacier’s life zones. Two Medicine Ranger Station is located in the southeast section of the park near Two Medicine Lake. Maps and literature are available. BIKING There are some restrictions on biking in Glacier, and other roads are narrow and winding with little shoulder room. Bicyclists are prohibited from crossing Logan Pass and along Lake McDonald during certain times, with signs posted showing the times for use. Bikes are not permitted on the hiking trails. BOATING There are historic excursion boats at Many Glacier, Two Medicine, Lake McDonald and Rising Sun. The boats operate from June to mid-September, with naturalists on board some of the trips. Some of the excursions have an option of a hike added to the trip. Sunset cruises are available. Private boats, including motorized, non-motorized and canoes and rowboats, are permitted on some


20

TH

ING

S T

O D

O2 0 1 8 - 1 9N O R T H W E S T M O N T A N A

of the lakes. Motor size is limited to 10 hp or less on Bowman and Two Medicine Lake. Rentals are available at Apgar, Lake McDonald Lodge, Rising Sun, Many Glacier and Two Medicine. CAMPING See chart of locations and amenities on page 21. Camp regulations are available at park headquarters, entrance stations, visitor centers and ranger stations. Camping is only permitted in designated areas. Most campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Campers are limited to seven consecutive days at any single campground. Fish Creek and St. Mary campgrounds may be reserved five months in advance through the National Park Service by calling 800-365-CAMP. FISHING Although a Montana state fishing license is not necessary to fish in Glacier, there still are fishing regulations provided in a brochure. Stop by an entrance station, visitor center or ranger station to find out the regulations. Waterton fishers need a Canadian National Parks fishing permit, and areas near Glacier require a Montana State fishing license, such as the North Fork and Middle Fork of the Flathead River. Glacier waters hold five kinds of trout: Arctic grayling, rainbow, brook, westslope and Yellowstone cutthroat. Whitefish and kokanee salmon are among the others. Some fish must be immediately released to protect the species from extinction. Lake McDonald, Kintla and St. Mary Lakes have lake trout. St. Mary Lake and lower Two Medicine have brook trout, and June and July are the best times to catch them. Try Quartz Lake for cutthroat trout as well as numerous other smaller lakes. Remember that Glacier streams run cold!

HIKING There are more than 700 miles of trails in the park. Choose from an afternoon hike to backcountry overnights. For backcountry camping, a permit is needed. Permits are issued no more than 24 hours in advance. Advanced reservations are available by mail or at the Apgar Backcountry Permit Center or St. Mary Visitor Center. There are also backcountry guide services available, with rentals. By mid-June, trails are usually passable at the lower elevations, but highcountry trails may not be free of snow until late July. Hikers should stay on marked trails and avoid crossing steep snowbanks. Self-contained stoves are required in most backcountry areas, and no pets are allowed.

Hiking alone is discouraged, and a brochure on what to do if bears are encountered should be read before beginning any hike in the park.

Officials may close park trails when bears are in the area. There are six self-guided trails: Running Eagle Falls Nature Trail, The Trail of the Cedars, Huckleberry Mountain, Hidden Lake, Swiftcurrent Nature Trail and Sun Point. The Trail of the Cedars and Running Eagle Falls are handicap accessible. There are also ranger-guided hikes.

HORSEBACK RIDING Guided and scheduled horseback riding is available at Apgar, Many Glacier and Lake McDonald Lodge. Those with their own horses need to check with the park on regulations and restrictions.

WILDLIFE SIGHTSEEING As one might guess, the time of year will play a part in the wildlife that might be seen in Glacier. Don’t expect to see bears in the winter, but rather, an elk herd or two looking for food. Mountain goats and bighorn sheep are visible from a distance up on higher peaks. One popular place to view the goats is the Hidden Lake Overlook near Logan Pass. That spot can only be reached by hiking to it. Early morning or early evening are considered the best time for viewing. While everyone may want to see a bear, remember, no one wants to see it up close. Distance from wildlife is best; use binoculars. Also remember, the animals have their own diets to follow. Know the importance of sealing and storing all food in containers in a hard-sided vehicle or food locker. Making noise while hiking is also recommended to forewarn the animals of intrusion. Don’t forget to look for the smaller critters and birds as well. Remember that park animals may also be viewed by taking ranger or naturalist-guided tours, which are available only during the summer.

WINTER SPORTS The winter sports of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are allowed in the park. The visitor center at Apgar is open weekends in the winter. Remember that not all roads are cleared, and the weather can change suddenly, creating greater risks. Check weather and park regulations and register activities that need to be registered. During the winter is when the park may be a solitary trek for outdoor activities.

KOOTENAI NATIONAL FOREST For Fee & Reservations Visit http://www.fs.usda.gov/kootenaiOFFICE 31374 US Highway 2 Libby, MT 59923

406-293-6211 Ranger Districts CABINET RANGER DISTRICT TROUT CREEK RANGER STATION 2693 MT Highway 200 Trout Creek, MT 59874

406-827-3533 LIBBY RANGER DISTRICT CANOE GULCH RANGER STATION 12557 MT Highway 37 Libby, MT 59923

406-293-7773 REXFORD RANGER DISTRICT EUREKA RANGER STATION 949 US Hwy 93 N Eureka, MT 59917

406-296-2536 THREE RIVERS RANGER DISTRICT TROY RANGER STATION 12858 US Hwy 2 Troy, MT 59935

406-295-4693 Located in the northwest corner of Montana, access into the Forest is from US Highways 2 and 93 or State Highways 200, 37, 508 and 58. Canada borders it on the north and Idaho on the west. The Kootenai National Forest includes the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness, Northwest Peaks Scenic Area, Ross Creek Scenic Area and Ten Lakes Scenic Area. Cabinet Mountains Wilderness The 93,272-some mountainous acres have rugged terrain with Snowshoe Peak at 8,738 ft and numerous other peaks with elevations between 7,500 and 8,600 ft. There are more than 20 trails leading into the wilderness and many small lakes and alpine meadows. Giant western red cedar, western hemlock, Engelmann Spruce, western white pine, Douglas Fir, western larch and lodgepole pine can be found in the forests. Backpacking and hiking are recommended during July and August. June and September can have inclement weather.

Northwest Peaks Scenic Area The Northwest Peaks Scenic Area is reached by forest roads from US Highway 2 and State Highway 508. In that northwest corner, and a part of the Selkirk Range, are only a few miles of trails. High elevations and unpredictable weather are characteristic of that alpine area. Ross Creek Scenic Area The area is reached by forest road from State Highway 56 and consists of 100 acres of an ancient grove of western red cedars along Ross Creek. There is a 1.0 mile self-guided nature trail through the grove, which has signs telling of the history of plant and animal


21

TH

ING

S T

O D

O2 0 1 8 - 1 9


life in the grove. The cedars reach eight feet in diameter and 175 feet tall. Ten Lakes Scenic Area Ten Lakes Area is located at the northwest edge of the forest, totaling 14,945 acres. It was one of the original areas designated for wilderness under the Montana Wilderness Study Act. There are alpine lakes carved by glaciers, and the Therriault Lakes is a particularly beautiful area. Spring and summer find wildflowers and huckleberries there. A number of trails run throughout the Ten Lakes Scenic area.

HIKING AND BACKPACKING There are over 1400 miles of trails and 300,000 acres of backcountry. Permits are not necessary. THERE ARE FIVE NATIONAL RECREATION TRAILS: Boulder-Vinal Trail - 19 miles of trail traverse Mt. Henry and Vinal Creek Canyon and are accessed by Forest Road 92 Little North Fork Trail - a short trail near Koocanusa Reservoir, accessed by forest road from State Highway 37 Pulpit Mountain Trail - five miles north of Troy, accessed by forest road from US Highway 2

Trout Creek Loop Trail - 22 miles - located in the Bitterroot Range and accessed by forest road from State Highway 200 near Trout Creek, MT

CAMPING The National Forest has 40 campgrounds and 704 units. Most are closed from October to mid-April. (See recreation site chart.)

HORSEBACK RIDING Riding is allowed, but no horses are provided except by commercial guides.

BOATING On the larger lakes and reservoirs, power boats are allowed and ramps are available. Canoes and rafts can be used for floating the Yaak, Fisher and Kootenai Rivers.

FISHING Fishing is good in the lakes and streams. There are rainbow, westslope cutthroat, brook and bull trout and mountain whitefish. There are also white sturgeon, yellow perch, large and smallmouth bass, sunfish and kokanee salmon.

WILDLIFE SIGHTSEEING Moose, mountain goats and sheep, as well as elk, deer and black bear, are found in the area. There are also mink, coyote, squirrel, chipmunk, snowshoe hare, bobcat and lynx. The forest numbers almost 200 species of birds. WINTER SPORTS The winter sport of cross-country skiing takes place on groomed trails at Bear Creek and Flatiron Mountain near Libby, as well as on backcountry roads. There are over 70 miles of groomed snowmobile trails and also downhill skiing at Turner Mountain.

Please check with locations to verify info, as changes may occur. If you would like a point of interest listed here or to update an existing one, submit in writing

before 09-01-19 to:

Art Dept., Hagadone Directories 201 N 2nd St, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

Apgar Early May to Early Oct 194 25 sites up to 40’ yes yes yes Avalanche Early May to Early Oct 87 50 sites up to 26’ yes no no Bowman Lake Mid-May to Mid- Sept 48 RVs not recommended no no yes Cut Bank June to Early Sept 14 RVs not recommended no no no Fish Creek May to Early Oct 178 18 sites to 35' yes yes no Kintla Lake Late May to Mid-Sept 13 RVs not recommended no no no Logging Creek July to Sept 7 RVs not recommended no no no Many Glacier Late May to Sept 109 13 sites up to 35’ yes yes yes Quartz Creek July to Nov 7 RVs not recommended no no no Rising Sun Late May to Mid-Sept 84 10 sites to 25' yes yes yes Sprague Creek Mid-May to Mid-Sept 25 No towed units yes no no St. Mary Late May to Sept 148 3 sites up to 40’, 22 sites to 35' yes yes yes Two Medicine Late May to Sept 99 10 sites up to 35’ yes yes yes

CAMPGROUND DATES OF OPERATION # OF SITES MAX LENGTH FLUSH TOILETS DISPOSAL STATION BOAT ACCESS

G l a c i e r c a m p G r o u n d s

VISIT WEBSITE FOR FEE INFORMATION ON EACH SITE


22

TH

ING

S T

O D


BOB MARSHALL WILDERNESS East of Divide: Rocky Mountain Ranger District 1102 Main Ave NW, Box 340 Choteau, MT 59422 ............................ 406-466-5341 West of Divide: Spotted Bear Ranger District PO Box 190340 Hungry Horse, MT 59919 406-758-5376 (Summer) 406-387-3800 (Winter) The expansive wilderness area is the second largest in Montana with 1.5 million acres, and it lies on both sides of the Continental Divide. It is only accessible by trail to hikers, campers, hunters, fishermen and nature lovers. Horseback riding and river floating are also allowed. There are over a thousand miles of trails.

FLATHEAD LAKE Between Kalispell and Polson on Hwy 93 and 95 Recreation and outdoor life make the 28-mile lake a great home for fishermen, among others. The lake is 15 miles wide, with 185 miles of shoreline, and it is the largest natural freshwater lake in the western part of the United States.

JEWEL BASIN HIKING AREA North end Swan Range between Flathead Lake and Hungry Horse Reservoir, East on Jewel Basin Road Glacier View Ranger District ........... 406-387-3800 Dogs have to be on a leash. Limit hiking party size to 12 people. Hiker only area; no motorized vehicles, pack animals or bicycles allowed. The area covers over 15,000 acres. The 38 miles of trails wander past rocky peaks and into meadows where the hiker can see wildflowers and alpine lakes and streams. There are four lakes that don’t allow campfires: Twin Lakes, Picnic Lakes, Birch Lake and Crater Lake.

MONTANA FISHING Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks 1420 E 6th Ave / PO Box 200701 Helena, MT 59620............................... 406-444-2535 Fisheries Division ................................ 406-444-2449 All nonresidents need a license to fish, except nonresidents under age 12, if they

are in the company of an adult who has a valid Montana license. The limit for the two persons combined cannot exceed the limit for one. Nonresidents have several options for purchasing a fishing license. They can purchase a one-year license, a consecutive two-day license or a 10-day consecutive license. A conservation license is a prerequisite for each and must also be purchased in order to fish. If fishing the south end of Flathead Lake, a Salish-Kootenai Tribe fishing license is required. Residents must also purchase a conservation license with their fishing license. Consecutive two-day or season licenses are available. Residents younger than 12 are not required to have a license. For regulations, contact any Fish, Wildlife & Parks office or licensing agent, including most sporting goods stores, fishing stores, and marinas.

MONTANA HUNTING 1420 E 6th Ave / PO Box 200701 Helena, MT 59620............................... 406-444-2535 Wildlife Division .................................. 406-444-2612 Hunting regulations are available from any Fish, Wildlife & Parks office or any authorized licensing agents. Nonresidents may hunt elk by applying through the drawing process. There is a deadline to apply for the combination license. Residents may purchase a hunting license from the Fish, Wildlife & Parks Office or authorized license dealers. Residents and nonresidents may apply for special drawings. There are deadlines for such permits. For hunting or fishing on Indian reservations, contact the local tribal office.

MONTANA STATE PARKS www.fwp.mt.gov/parks General Questions ............................. 406-444-3750 Reservations .........................................855-922-6768 Flathead Lake State Park 406-837-3041 Six areas bordering Flathead Lake comprise the state park system. There are camping, boating, swimming and fishing at all areas.

Big Arm - West Shore - access to Wild Horse Island by boat ........................................406-849-5256Reservations ...........................................406-751-4577

Finley Point 31453 - S Finley Point Rd, Finley Point 59860 - East Shore - forest at south end of lake 406-887-2715 May 16 - September 21 Wayfarers - East Shore - north end of lake near Bigfork - walking trails .........................406-837-4146Reservations ...........................................406-751-4577 West Shore - near Lakeside - rock formations406-844-3044 Wild Horse Island - boat access from Big Arm,day use only Winter ..............................406-844-3014 Yellow Bay - East Shore - tent camping Winter ......................................................406-837-3041 Summer ...................................................406-982-3034 Lake Mary Ronan State Park US Hwy 93, 50623 L.M.R. Rd, Dayton, MT 59860 Summer .................................................406-849-5082 Seven miles West of Flathead Lake - boating, fishing, hiking and 25 campsites with power Logan State Park 77518 US Hwy 2 Libby MT 406-293-7190 April 15 thru October 15 406-751-4590 October 16 thru April 14 North shore of Middle Thompson Lake - boating, swimming, camping Lone Pine State Park 300 Lone Pine Rd Five miles southwest of Kalispell on Foys Lake Rd 406-755-2706 Ext 3 Day use with visitor center, trails, picnic shelters and a community room available to rent for groups, volleyball court, horseshoe pit Whitefish Lake State Park 1615 W Lakeshore, Whitefish 59937 Half-mile west of Whitefish on US Hwy 93, then one mile north 406-862-3991 April 15 thru October 15 406-751-4590 October 16 thru April 14 Fishing, boating, secluded beach and 25 tent/RV/trailer campsites, 40 ft max. Wild Horse Island State Park8600 Mt Hwy Bigfork Mt 59911 ......... 406-837-3041 Wild Horse Island is a 2,163-acre state park, which is a popular place to see bighorn sheep, mule deer bucks, bald eagles and osprey. It also contains mature forests of Douglas Fir and Ponderosa Pine.

SUMMERS Whitefish Mountain Resort PO Box 1400, Whitefish, MT 59937 Eight Miles North of Whitefish 406-862-2900 • www.skiwhitefish.comTOLL FREE - 877-754-3474 Even in summer, there are many activities happening at the Big Mountain. Ride the gondola and enjoy the scenery of the mountain and the surrounding Flathead Valley. Visitors go up 2,000 vertical feet to a 6,817-ft summit. The ride is a little over a mile. Once up on the mountain, nature lovers can hike the Danny On

Trail, a self-guided trail to observe plants and animals. Hiking boots are available for rent. There is also a USFS Environmental Education Center at Summit House, where a guide from the Forest Service takes visitors into the woods to identify plants and wildlife and view alpine meadows. Mountain bikers have over 20 miles of single track trails for all abilities, with views of Whitefish Lake, Glacier National Park, the Flathead Valley and the Canadian Rockies. Bikes and helmets are available for rent at the Hike/Bike Shop, along with maps. There is also a bike academy to help young riders develop.

Horses are also available to take on the trail. Please check ages for youngsters. Horseback rides are for half-day trips; wagon tours are also available. There is a special ride for the youngsters. Tennis lessons can be arranged, as well as fly-casting lessons and stargazing. Summer events include a 10-kilometer run, Old West Adventures BBQs, Flathead Music Festival, and other concert events, Microbrewery Festival, Environmental Lecture Series, and Oktoberfest.

B i G m o u n t a i n

A r e A M u s e u M s & P l A c e s T o G o

23

TH

ING

S T

O D

O2 0 1 8 - 1 9


BIGFORK ART & CULTURAL CENTER 525 Electric Ave • Bigfork 406-837-6927 bigforkculture.org Oct-May • Tues-Sat 11am-5pm June - Sept • Tues-Sat 10am-5pm

Features local artists with instructional classes and workshops held throughout the year.

CONRAD MANSION MUSEUM 330 Woodland Ave PO Box 1041 • Kalispell 406-755-2166 conradmansion.comOpen mid-May to mid-October, Tues-Sun Guided tours run hourly with the first tour at 10am and the last at 4pm

Admission: Adults $15 Seniors $14, Children Under 11 $6, Students $8

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 1895 mansion was built for pioneer C.E. Conrad, a founder of Kalispell.

Conrad, who amassed a fortune in commerce, had commissioned famed Spokane, WA, architect Kirtland Cutter to design the 26-room, eight-fireplace home in 1895. It remained in the Conrad family until 1975 with no architectural changes.

Completely restored inside and out, all three floors hold 90% of original family furnishings and demonstrate Conrad’s prominence in early Montana.

Beside the collection of toys and clothing, there are also beautiful gardens.

ELECTRIC BUFFALO GALLERY Creative and Native 475 Electric Ave • Bigfork MT 59911 406-837-5669 Eclectic American Indian-made art pieces. electricbuffalogallery.com

HERITAGE MUSEUM 34067 US Hwy 2 • Libby 406-293-7521 libbyheritagemuseum.org

Call For Specific DatesOpen May 15th - Sept 15th Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm, Sunday - 1-5pm Visit a 12-sided log building, full of local history, exhibits of natural resources, animals, birds and tools. Wander through a furnished, turn-of-the-century house, and visit a mining cabin replete with mining equipment alongside

lumber and farm machinery. There is also a printing office and a Kootenai Indian exhibit.

See the Tower Gallery where the mediums of painting, photography and quilts are on display consecutively during the summer months, with paintings in June, photography in July and quilts in August of each year. It also has new World War II and Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) exhibits.

HISTORICAL VILLAGE MUSEUM 4 Dewey Ave • Eureka 406-297-7654

HOCKADAY MUSEUM OF ART 302 2nd Ave E • Kalispell 406-755-5268 hockadaymuseum.org Year-Round 10am-5pm, Tues-Sat

Admission: Adults $5 • Seniors (60+) $4 College Students $2 • Children K-12 Free • Members always Free

The arts and cultural museum in the Flathead Valley maintains a permanent collection and offers changing exhibits in a half-dozen galleries that feature both historical and contemporary works in all media.

The center is housed in a turn-of-the-century library donated by Andrew Carnegie which was later converted to an art center named after Lakeside artist Hugh Hockaday. Enjoy the octagonal-domed entrance and classic Revival masonry building, which was the work of a father-son building team.

HUNGRY HORSE DAM Hwy 2 / PO Box 190130 Hungry Horse 406-387-5241 May 27th - Sept 10th 8:30am-5pm Hungry Horse is a Bureau of Reclamation dam standing at 564 feet high which serves as a reservoir and water recreation area. It is located at the Flathead River’s south fork.

LIBBY DAM 260 Souse Gulch Rd • Libby 406-293-5577Free guided tours of dam and powerhouse offered mid-June thru mid-August daily at 10am, 12 noon, 2pm and 4pm Visitor Center open daily Memorial Day to Labor Day 9:30am-6pm October-May By Appointment

Seventeen miles north of Libby, the Dam is 422 feet tall and 3,055 feet long. It forms a reservoir called Lake Koocanusa, which is 90 miles long and 370 feet deep. A little less than half of Lake Koocanusa is in

Canada. Koocanusa is derived from taking and combining the names Kootenai River, Canada and USA. The Kootenai River is the third largest tributary to the Columbia River.

Libby Dam was built for flood protection for the Kootenai and lower Columbia Rivers and also as a source of hydroelectric power. Before the dam was built, the Kootenai River caused flooding in Canada, Montana and Idaho.

The dam was built as a straight-axis, concrete-gravity dam, which means it is built straight across the river and is not concaved or arched. “Concrete gravity” means the concrete it is made of holds back the water of the river with its own weight.

Libby Dam was authorized by Congress in 1951, and construction began in 1966. At the peak of construction, the project employed over 2,000 people. Completed in 1972, the first power was on line in 1975, and the powerhouse was completed in 1976.The town of Rexford was moved to higher ground, and a new school, water system, sewage system, fire station, post office and roads were built.

MIRACLE OF AMERICA MUSEUM 36094 Memory Ln • Polson 406-883-6804 miracleofamericamuseum.orgOne mile south of US Hwy 93 and 35 junction

Summer hours (Jun-Aug) daily 8am-6pm Winter Hours 9am-5pm Under 2 free / 2-12yrs - $3 / Regular admission $6

The museum traces America’s progress from the walking plow to walking on the moon.

If you would like a point of interest listed here or to update an existing one, please submit in writing before 09-01-19 to: Art Department • Hagadone Directories • 201 N 2nd St • Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814


24

TH

ING

S T

O D


Pioneer Village visitors have nicknamed it the Smithsonian of the West because of its variety of displays and the over 100,500 antique artifacts shown. They include Indian artifacts, dozens of vintage cars, cycles and boats, guns, homestead items, three steam engines, tractors, military memorabilia and tools of craftsmen from fiddle makers to blacksmiths. The 26-building Pioneer Village includes the State Fiddler Hall of Fame, a complete one-room schoolhouse, sod-roofed log cabin, saddlery, smithy (blacksmith's workshop), carpentry shop, general store, tailoring shop and jail. Visitors may sit in Huey or “Mash” helicopters and operate the controls, or climb a stairway and look in the cockpit of a 1971 jet bomber. Occasional train rides are available, and ice cream bars can be bought at the 1926-era soda fountain.

The museum is open nearly year-round and mostly handicapped-accessible, has easy access, reasonable rates and plenty of parking.

The museum has a multi-purpose room that can seat up to 100 people and a small stage. The room is a welcome benefit for folks having reunions or meetings.

MONTANA VORTEX 7800 Hwy 2 E • Columbia Falls 406-892-1210 montanavortex.comOpen April to mid-October-10am-6pm Admission - $12 adults; $8 children (7-12) Children 6 and under free

Halfway between Hungry Horse and Columbia Falls on the way to West Glacier, the naturally occurring Montana vortex was first recognized by American Indians who still honor it today with offerings of tobacco and sweet grass. It became more widely known in the 1970s when a woman recognized it from having been through another vortex in Oregon. A one-room cabin was built at the site, and visitors can experience the optical illusions where heights appear to change by as much as six inches. The tour is self-guided.

MUSEUM AT CENTRAL SCHOOL 124 2nd Ave E • Kalispell 406-756-8381 yourmuseum.org Monday-Friday 10am-5pm Adults $5, Seniors $4, Members & Children Free

Exhibits about early Valley settlers and early transportation, agriculture, recreation, communities, communication; the old steel bridge.

NORTH AMERICAN WILDLIFE MUSEUM 10780 US Hwy 2 • Coram 406-387-4018 mnmuseumofthems.orgOpen Memorial Day to Labor Day 9am-6pm Open September to October 10am-6pm

Five miles from the west entrance to Glacier National Park entrance

Visitors will see a continual artistic diorama of North American wildlife, including grizzly and black bear, moose, Rocky Mountain goats, polar bear, whitetail deer, mountain lion, elk, wolverine and many other small animals, as well as birds and fish.

POLSON-FLATHEAD HISTORICAL MUSEUM 708 Main St • Polson 406-883-3049 polsonflatheadmuseum.orgOpen June through September Monday-Friday 10am-4pm

Admission: $10 non-member, $25 annual fee, 10 & under free

The western-themed museum focuses on the pioneers and homesteaders who first settled the area. There are one of Calamity Jane’s saddles and the original Allard stagecoach that carried passengers from Ravalli to Polson.

There is a collection of guns and boats along with one stagecoach, one chuck wagon, one carriage, several bugles, one poulsbo boat, historical photographs, 12 newer exhibits, farm and hand tools display and a large display of toy trains, rated third best in the country. Look for the 1850s restored trading post and a host of historic items.

SELIS KSANKA QLISPE DAM (Formerly Kerr Dam) 43069 Kerr Dam Rd • 8 Miles SW of Polson 406-883-1113Season: All Year Hours: Dawn to dusk

This dam is the largest dam in the Pennsylvania Power and Light (PPL) Montana Power System. It was begun in 1929 but put on hold during the Depression. After the Depression, building was resumed, and the first unit of the dam was completed in 1938, the second in 1948 and the third in 1954. The concrete arched dam is 204 ft high and has an overlook. Capable of generating up to 190 megawatts of electricity, the views are best late May and early June.

STUMPTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM & WHITEFISH MUSEUM 500 Depot St • Whitefish Depot Ste #101 406-862-0067 stumptownhistoricalsociety.orgHours: Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm The Stumptown Historical Society acquired the Whitefish Railway Depot from the Burlington Northern Railroad in 1990. The restoration of the Depot to its appearance in 1927, which resembled a Glacier National Park chalet, took three years and hundreds of volunteer hours.

The three-story working station English Tudor Depot also houses the Stumptown Museum, adjacent to the Amtrak waiting room.

The museum houses the history of Whitefish, display cases with Indian artifacts and trapper items, as well as railroad photographs.

Also on display at the site is the Great Northern Railway Locomotive 181, built by General Motors. Originally, it was built with a steam boiler to provide heat for passenger cars.

Hungry Horse Dam – Photograph courtesy of the Bureau of Reclamation


25

TH

ING

S T

O D

O2 0 1 8 - 1 9


Changes may occur. Please check with local chambers to verify times and locations of events. If you would like your community event listed here, or update a current listing, submit in writing before 09-01-19 to:

Art Dept, Hagadone Directories • 201 N 2nd St, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

THE PEOPLE’S CENTER 56633 US Hwy 93 • Pablo 406-675-0160Museum and Gift Shop June to August Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm Friday-Saturday 9am-5pm September to May Mon-Thur 8am-5pm Friday 9am-5pm, Closed July 4th Adults $5, Seniors/Students $3 Family $10, Group 10 or more $3 Group Tour- Additional $25 with individual admission rate

The museum reflects the history of the Salish, Kootenai and Pend’Oreille people, as well as artifacts throughout the history of the three tribes before European arrival. Displays vary.

Sessions are also offered for various arts and crafts.

There is a gallery that has a changing display, including portraits. Audio and video tours are also available.

There are guided interpretive tours of the Flathead Indian Reservation through Native Ed-Ventures. The tours include “A Walk Through Time,” a history, heritage and culture tour, powwows, traditional encampments and customized itineraries.

TOBACCO VALLEY HISTORICAL VILLAGE 4 Dewey Ave • Eureka 406-297-7654South end of Main Street

Open daily Memorial Day to Labor Day 1pm-5pm-Open Fourth of July- Appointments Accepted for Research Admission - Donations

The village began with the preservation and removal of a general store, church and railroad depot from the town of Rexford. They were relocated due to the construction of Kerr Dam and the resulting Lake Koocanusa. Other old buildings are also located in the area, consisting of a schoolhouse, log cabin, and other memorabilia of earlier times and life.

There are also several annual events held, including Rendezvous in April, Museum Arts Fair in July and Shakespeare in the Park in August.

d o w n h i l l s k i i n G

Libby 406-293-2468 www.skiturner.comLocated in the Kootenai National Forest 22 miles north of Libby on Highway 2, turn north on Highway 37, cross Kootenai River Bridge, turn left at Pipe Creek Road, drive 20 miles, turn left on Turner Mtn Road

Open Fri-Sun, November to April and Christmas holidays (weather permitting) 9:30am-4:00pm. Open other days by special reservation. Lift prices: See Website

Summit Elevation - 5,952 ft Vertical Drop - 2,110 ft Trails - 10% Beginner 30% More Difficult 60% Black Diamond 50% Ungroomed

Turner Mountain Whitefish Mountain ResortWhitefish 406-862-2900 www.skiwhitefish.com Toll Free: 877-SKI-FISH (877-754-3474)

31 miles west of Glacier National Park, eight miles north of Whitefish November 22nd to April 7th

Summit Elevation - 6,817 ft Vertical Drop - 2,353 ft Trails - 12% beginner 40% intermediate 42% advanced 6% expert

For more complete information, contact Whitefish Mountain.

Season Fees: Visit Website

G o l f C o u r s e s

26

TH

ING

S T

O D


BUFFALO HILL GOLF CLUB 1176 N Main St, Kalispell, MT 59901 406-756-4530 or 888-342-6319 golfbuffalohill.com

• Open To Public • 18 Holes Par 72 • Season - April to November • 3-Day Advanced Booking • Rentals Available • Restaurant/Lounge • Full-Service PGA Golf Shop • Driving Range and Practice Range

CABINET VIEW GOLF CLUB 458 Cabinet View Rd, Libby, MT 59923 406-293-7332• Open To Public • 18 Holes Par 72 • Season - April Through October Depending on Weather • Weekends Need Tee Times • Rentals • Driving Range/Practice Green • Restaurant and Bar

EAGLE BEND GOLF CLUB 279 Eagle Bend Dr, Bigfork, MT 59911 1.5 miles west of Bigfork North end of Flathead Lake 406-837-7310 or 844-780-9945• Semi-Private • 27 Holes - 18 Holes and 9-Hole Lake Course • Season - April to September • 5-Day Advanced Booking • Rentals Available • Putting Greens/Driving Range • Restaurant/Lounge • Pro Shop

FRONTIER KITCHEN & GOLF 100 Mt Hwy 206, Kalispell, MT 59901 Junction Hwy 35 and 206, Five minutes east of Kalispell 406-257-3421• Open To Public • 9 Holes Par 30 • Season - mid-March thru mid-November Weather Permitting • Walk-On • Rentals • Restaurant and Bar GLACIER VIEW GOLF CLUB & RV PARK 640 Riverbend Dr West Glacier, MT 59936 406-888-5471 FOR RESERVATIONS glacierviewgolf.com

• Open To Public • 18 Holes Par 69 • Season - Mid-April Through October • Call For Tee Time Recommended • Rentals Available • Restaurant/Lounge

INDIAN SPRINGS RANCH GOLF COURSE 77 Indian Springs Rd, Eureka, MT 59917 406-889-5056• 18 Holes • Driving Range • Putting Greens • Practice Sandtrap Greens

JERRY'S SALOON & PAR 3 GOLF COURSE 205 S 1st Street, Fortine, MT 59918 406-882-4474• 9 Holes Par 3 • Bar and Restaurant • Canadian Currency Accepted

MEADOW LAKE GOLF RESORT 490 St Andrews Dr, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 Hwy 2, turn at Meadow Lake Blvd 406-892-2111 meadowlakegolf.com

• Open To Public • 18 Holes Par 72 • Season - April to October • Rentals Available • Instructions Available • Driving Range/2 Putting Greens • Restaurant/Lounge/Fitness Center/Condos/Spa

MISSION MOUNTAIN COUNTRY CLUB 46664 Golf Course Way, Ronan, MT 59864 406-676-GOLF (4653) golfmissionmountain.com

• Open To Public • 18 Holes Par 72 Regulation Length Course • Season - Mid-March to Mid-October • 2-Day Advanced Booking • Driving Range/Putting Green • Restaurant/Lounge

NORTHERN PINES GOLF CLUB 3230 Hwy 93 N, Kalispell, MT 59901 Two miles north of Kalispell 406-751-1950 or 844-780-9945 northernpinesgolfclub.com

• Open To Public • 18 Holes Par 72 • Season - End of March to November • Rentals Available • Putting Greens/Driving Range/Deli • Pro Shop

POLSON BAY GOLF COURSE 111 Bayview Dr, Polson, MT 59860 406-883-8230 www.polsonbaygolf.com

• Open To Public • 27 Holes • Season - March to November • 2-Day Advanced Booking • Rentals • Driving Range • Restaurant 406-883-8302

SILVER FOX GOLF COURSE 58138 Hwy 93, Pablo, MT 59855 On the Salish Kootenai College Campus 406-675-7888 silverfoxgolf.com

• 9 Holes • Driving Range • Youth Program

VILLAGE GREENS GOLF CLUB 135 Palmer Dr. Kalispell, MT 59901 Two miles north of Kalispell, West Evergreen Dr 406-752-4666• Open To Public • 18 Holes • Season March to November • 3-Day Advanced Booking For Tee Times • Rentals • Driving Range/Practice Green • Deli • Lessons Available

WHITEFISH LAKE GOLF CLUB 1200 Hwy 93 N, Whitefish, MT 59937 406-862-4000 golfwhitefish.com Pro Shop 406-862-5960• Open To Public • 36 Holes • 2-Day Advanced Booking - 6:45am Start Time • Driving Range • Restaurant/Lounge 406-862-5285• Outside Bar/Deck

If you would like a Golf Course listed here or to update an existing one, please submit in writing before 09-01-19 to:


C a l e n d a r o f e v e n t s

27

TH

ING

S T

O D

O2 0 1 8 - 1 9


NOVEMBER 2018 Bigfork Elves Decorate for Christmas - Bigfork

Nutcracker Ballet - Bigfork

Art Walk - Bigfork

Christmas City of the North Parade - Kalispell

Artists & Craftsmen of the Flathead Christmas Show - Kalispell

Frosty Spaghetti Feed - Lakeside

Volunteer Fire Department Annual Harvest Dinner - Lakeside

Spinning Squares - Libby

Sandpiper Gallery Christmas Show & Sale - Polson

Glacier Symphony - Whitefish

Gone Fishin' - Whitefish

Big Mountain Ski Club Annual Ski Swap & Sale - Whitefish

Black Curtain Theatre - Whitefish

Whitefish Theatre Company - Whitefish

Christmas Tours at the Conrad Mansion - Kalispell

DECEMBER 2018 Christmas Tours at the Conrad Mansion - Kalispell

Annual Magical Holiday Parade - Bigfork

Bigfork Playhouse Children’s Theatre

A Christmas Carol - Bigfork

Santa's Torchlight Parade - Whitefish

Night of Lights Parade - Columbia Falls

Art Walk - Kalispell

Blacktail Ski Mountain Opens - Lakeside

West Shore Holidayfest - Lakeside

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center Festival Of Trees - Libby

Spinning Squares - Libby

Sandpiper Gallery Christmas Show & Sale - Polson

Sleigh Rides At The Bar W Guest Ranch - Bigfork

Christmas Stroll - Whitefish

Glacier Symphony & Chorale - Whitefish


Alpine Theatre Project - Whitefish

JANUARY 2019Annual Polar Bear Plunge - Bigfork



WinterFest - Lakeside

Ski Joring Championships Horse & Ski Event - Whitefish



FEBRUARY 2019


A Chocolat Affaire - Kalispell

Winter Carnival Rail Jam - Whitefish

Sno-Kat Poker Run - Libby

Turner Mtn Fun Day - Libby

Winter Carnival - Whitefish

Winter Carnival Penguin Plunge - Whitefish

Winter Carnival Dinner & Dance - Whitefish

Rotary Pancake Breakfast - Whitefish




Bigfork Playhouse Children's Theater

MARCH 2019 Sleigh Rides At The Bar W Guest Ranch - Bigfork

Bigfork Brewfest - Bigfork

St Patrick's Day Parade - Kalispell

Flathead Sled Dog Days - Olney

Irish Fair Memorial Center - Libby

Winter Classic - Whitefish


Adult Hockey Tournament - Whitefish



Bigfork Playhouse Children's Theatre

APRIL 2019 Creston Auction - Creston

Eureka Rendezvous Days - Eureka

A.L.E.R.T. Fundraising Banquet - Kalispell

“Cowabunga!” Variety/Talent Show - Bigfork

Easter at Volunteer Park - Lakeside

Taste of Bigfork - Bigfork

Death by Chocolate at the Conrad Mansion Museum - Kalispell

David Thompson Black Powder Shoot - Eureka


Adult Hockey Tournament - Whitefish



Bigfork Playhouse Children's Theater

MAY 2019 The Spring Members' Art Show - Bigfork

Annual Cherry Blossom Festival - Bigfork

Artists & Craftsmen of the Flathead Spring Show - Kalispell

Wild Mile Corridor Wildflower & Birds Walk - Bigfork

Family Forestry Expo - Columbia Falls

Farmers' Market - Kalispell

Amish Auction - Libby

Kiwanis Family Day in the Park

STOKR Bike Tour - Libby

WINGS Week Fundraiser - Libby

Memorial Day Parade - Polson

Farmers' Market Mondays - Columbia Falls


Farmers' Market - Whitefish

Wine & Food Fest - Whitefish


JUNE 2019 Wild Mile Corridor Wildflower & Birds Walk - Bigfork

Riverbend Concert Series - Bigfork


Visitor Center Open - Columbia Falls


Logger Days - Libby

Cabinet View Golf Club CVGC Golf Tournaments - Libby

Heritage Museum Opens - Libby

Youth Rodeo - Polson

Amish Auction - Rexford


Gallery Night - Whitefish

Golf Tournament - Whitefish


Lake Run 5 & 10K - Whitefish

Alpine Slide - Whitefish

Summer Concert Series Thursdays - Columbia Falls

Summer Concert Series - Bigfork

Summer Concert Series - Kalispell

JULY 2019 4th of July Parade - Bigfork

4th of July Parade - Kalispell

4th of July Fireworks - Lakeside

4th of July Celebration - Troy

Changes may occur. Please check with local chambers to verify times and locations of events. If you would like your community event listed here, or to update a current listing, submit in writing before 09-01-19 to:


C a l e n d a r o f e v e n t s

28

TH

ING

S T

O D


Arts in the park - Kalispell

July 4th Celebration - Whitefish

Bibler Garden Tours - Kalispell

Heritage Days - Columbia Falls

Opening Celebration, Parade,

Car Shows

Farmers' Market Mondays, Open Swimming

at City Pool, Boogie to the Bank,

3-on-3 Basketball, Craft Fair,

Wildcat Golf Scramble, Auction & BBQ


Tobacco Valley Rodeo - Eureka

Artists & Craftsmen of the Flathead

Summer Show - Kalispell

Arts in the Park - Kalispell

The Event at Rebecca Farm - Kalispell


Lakeside Fair - 5K Race Run/Walk, Parade,

Silent Auction, Attic Treasures,

Concessions, Vendors, Arts & Crafts,

and Baked Goods

Two Rivers Rendezvous - Libby

Lemonade on the Lawn - Libby

Annual Main Street Festival - Polson


Art Festival - Whitefish

Relay for Life - Libby

Rock Climb Montana - Whitefish

WF Mountain Resort Gondola Scenic Lift Rides - Whitefish


Walk On The Treetops Zipline Tours - Whitefish




AUGUST 2019 Alpine Slide - Whitefish

Festival of the Arts - Bigfork

Pasture Pickin' - Libby

Swan Lake Huckleberry Festival - Bigfork

Crown Guitar Festival - Bigfork



Lincoln County Fair - Eureka

Bull Thing - Eureka

Fiberfest - Eureka

Quilt Show - Eureka

Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo- Kalispell

RAM PRC Rodeo - Kalispell


Pioneer Days & Lake County Fair - Ronan

Antique & Classic Boat Show - Lakeside

Montana Sailing Championships

North Flathead Yacht Club - Somers

Kootenai River Rodeo - Libby

Ignite the Nites - Libby

Riverfront Blues Festival - Libby

Shakespeare in the Park - Libby

Heritage Museum - Libby

Annual Cruisin' by the Bay Classic Car Show- Polson

Flathead Lakes Blues Festival - Polson

Triathlon Polson (August)

Annual Flathead Lake Festival Of Art Polson (August)



Whitefish Mtn Resort Gondola Scenic Lift Rides - Whitefish




Huckleberry Days - Whitefish

Walk On The Treetops Zipline Tours - Whitefish




Fly-In Air Polson Airport - Polson

Summer Concert Series - Polson

Sandpiper Art Festival - Polson

Lemonade on the Lawn - Libby

SEPTEMBER 2019 Rumble in the Bay Car Show - Bigfork

CFBB Annual Fall Auction - Bigfork


Antique Tractor & Engine Show-Threshing Bee - Kalispell



NW MT Arms Collectors Show - Kalispell

Dragon Boat Festival -Lakeside

Dahlia Show - Kalispell

Quilt Show - Kalispell



Nordicfest - Libby

Koocanusa Resort & Marina Annual Fish Fry - Libby

Youth Runnerfell - Libby

Back To School Bash - Whitefish


Huckleberry Hill Climb Mountain Bike Race - Whitefish


Parade Of Homes - Whitefish

Taste Of Whitefish - Whitefish

Two Bear Marathon & 1/2 Marathon - Whitefish

Whitefish Summer Games - Whitefish

OCTOBER 2019

Halloween Celebration - Big Fork


Oktoberfest - Whitefish


Watermedia - Bigfork

2nd Annual Retrospective Film Festival-Bigfork

Tamarack Time - Bigfork

Log Jam Benefit - Kalispell

Glacier Jazz Stampede - Kalispell

Paint it Pink-Libby

Rocky Mtn Elk Foundation Banquet - Libby


*Dates and events are subject to change.

Changes may occur. Please check with local chambers to verify times and locations of events. If you would like your community event listed here, or to update a current listing, submit in writing before 09-01-19 to:


NOR ANA O E C R E A T I O N€¦ · National Park lies north of Glacier, and in1932, the two parks...

Documents

Transcript of NOR ANA O E C R E A T I O N€¦ · National Park lies north of Glacier, and in1932, the two parks...