Land Trust float, bird watch events planned

The Flathead Land Trust and Flathead River to Lake Initiative invite the public to float the Flathead River Sept. 20 from Presentine to Old Steel Bridge Fishing. The scenic float will showcase important lands, wildlife habitat, and water quality that have been protected through collaborative efforts along the Flathead River. Lifejackets and a snack will be provided; bring water, sunscreen, and dress for the weather. The trip is limited to 40 participants at a cost of $10 a person; RSVP to Laura Katzman of Flathead Land Trust at 752-8293 or lkatzman@bigsky.net.

The Flathead River to Lake Initiative is a collaborative effort to conserve and restore the Flathead River and north shore of Flathead Lake.  

Flathead Land Trust, Flathead Audubon, the West Valley Naturalist’s Association, and Bike Saturdays will view Sandhill cranes Sept. 19 from 4-7 pm. as they gather in a staging area in the West Valley to rest and feed before continuing their journey south.

Denny Olson of Flathead Audubon will be the bird expert to help lead this trip. The event will consist of two parts – first, biking about 7.5 miles on mostly gravel roads to view sandhill cranes as they congregate on their migration and then viewing the cranes from the home of a member of Flathead Land Trust while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and drinks socializing as the sun sets.

RSVP to Katzman at 752-8293 or lkatzman@bigsky.net.