SUMMER'S warm temperatures and low humidity make it perfect for basking along the shore at one of the hundreds of rivers or forested lakes. Try waterskiing, windsurfing, fishing, and boating. Outdoor concerts and theatrical events harmonize with natural beauty. There are rodeos, garden tours, festivals and the cherry harvest along Flathead Lake.

AUTUMN'S crisp mornings echo the crack of your golf ball as it sails effortlessly down the fairway at one of the many outstanding local courses open through October. The changing colors of the birch, tamarack and maple are magnificent. Bicycling, canoeing and hunting are popular. Elk, moose and deer are abundant.

WINTER is the favorite season for many. While Montana has a reputation for harsh winters, temperatures are mild in the Flathead Valley - usually in the mid 20's to 30's. The Whitefish Mountain Resort offers over 3,000 acres of skiable terrain. Plus, you can plan a visit to Blacktail Mountain, the Valley´s newest Ski area, or cruise hundreds of miles of snowmobile trails through terrain unmatched in beauty, as well as cross-country skiing, dog sledding, sleigh rides and ice fishing.