Working for clean water, healthy ecosystems, and lasting quality of life in the Flathead Watershed.

The Flathead Lakers provides leadership and a strong voice for protecting and improving water quality through our programs and advocacy.

Together, we protect our spectacular lake and watershed to ensure all of us can continue to enjoy and benefit from our beloved lake and precious clean water - now and in the future.

Owen Sowerwine Permanently Protected: Conservation Victory Secures Sanctuary, Funds Education

Nearly fifty years ago, a man named Owen Sowerwine dreamed of safeguarding a 405-acre community treasure with exceptional, intact forested river bottom habitat near Kalispell. This week, that vision blossomed into reality.

After years of collaboration between Flathead Land Trust, Flathead Audubon Society, Flathead Lakers, and Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, the Owen Sowerwine property is now permanently protected by a conservation easement held by Flathead Land Trust.

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Flathead Lake Levels

The following resources contain materials that the Lakers have found helpful in understanding the complexities surrounding the summer lake level issue.

We will update the content as we learn more. We hope this information will help you better understand the issue and help you make an informed decision.

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Science on Tap continues in 2024 at the Flathead Lake Brewing Company

Science on Tap is an informal community gathering to discuss science around the lake, region, world… and sometimes beyond. We invite local scientists and researchers in our community to discuss and present their work and results in ways that are easy to understand and light on data and graphs.

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Flathead Watershed News & Announcements

Keep up to date on what’s happening around the watershed, and important issues as they arise.

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Celebrating 65 Years

As we reflect on our incredible journey over the past 65 years, we are filled with gratitude for our members and donors steadfast support and dedication to preserving and protecting the pristine beauty of Flathead Lake and its surrounding watershed.