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FOR LEASE
COMMUNITY LAKESIDE-SOMERS

Enjoy the Wonders of Wintertime
Historic Store and Ofices in the Prime

Block of Kalispell’s Main Street

since the North Shore Nordic Club has
By JAIX CHAIX
put some inishing touches on the Black-
The old saying, “if you can’t beat ‘em, tail Mountain Nordic Ski Trail System.
join ‘em!” certainly applies to making Now there are even more miles of both
the most of the winter season around groomed and un-groomed trails for
Somers and Lakeside.
nordic skiing or snowshoeing thanks to
Whether it’s enjoying ice skating their partnership with the U.S. Forest
when the ice freezes solid on Somers Bay, Service (Swan Lake Ranger District).

or skiing at Blacktail Mountain, there The North Shore Nordic Club – an all
are plenty of opportunities to make win- volunteer, all donation project – main-
ter a bit more fun.
tains many trails along Blacktail Moun-
tain for all to enjoy. Visit its website for
BLACKTAIL MOUNTAIN information about grooming and trail
SKI AREA
conditions.
In case you haven’t noticed, the win- To learn more about the North Shore
ter ski season is well underway. Even on a Nordic Club, please contact Dave Had-
(Formerly the Flathead Beacon)
dreary weekday morning, you may have den (406) 837-0783 or Don Bauder (406)
noticed “confused commuters” heading 837-2142.
3,500 SQUARE FEET OF in the wrong direction toward Lakeside
BUILT-OUT PRIME RETAIL (instead of the more typical direction to- WINTER WILDLIFE
SPACE WITH MAIN STREET ward Kalispell or south toward Polson).
& WEATHER
But if you look closely, you’re bound While there are plenty of activities to 217 Main St.
FRONTAGE, among Fawn Boutique, to notice skis on a roof rack or a snow- be had at the ski area or along the nordic
Coins and Carats, Machallie G’s and CAL
other topquality stores. Ample storage board in the backseat – all likely des- ski trails, “heading up the mountain” of- L
-tined for the Blacktail Mountain Ski fers opportunities to view wildlife and
space with full basement. Modern forced- Area, one of the best, right here in our weather in amazing winter settings. 257-4631 or
air HVAC, ADA bathroom, CAT-5 wir-
own backyard.
Winter tracking can make inding wild- 305-389
ing all in place for immediate movein. And if making the drive up the life a bit easier, and there is something -9253
to v
-mountain has kept you away, now there about the solace of snow-covered trees iew this or the
Build-out allowance with 3-year lease.
are two shuttle bus services available to or an empty bay for viewing or photo- ofices upstairs.
handle the driving for you.
graphing wildlife and weather.

Brown Bear Charters can get you For example, taking in the efects
to Blacktail Mountain from as far away of a winter temperature inversion from
as Columbia Falls and Whiteish, and above in the mountains (where the air
points in between. For details about is clear, and the ground below is cloudy),
rates and routes, please call (406) 892- is a rare and awe-inspiring experience.
9822 or visit brownbearcharters.com.
So is experiencing and photographing LOST DOG
Likewise, Slope Coach Ski Bus can hoar frost, particularly along the vari-
get you up the mountain from as nearby ous backdrops along the lake shore in

as the Best Western Flathead Lake Inn Somers. Even just enjoying a winter sun-
and Suites at the intersection of High- rise or sunset can be rejuvenating.
way 93 and Highway 82 or as far away And no matter what your plans are
as Ronan, Pablo, Polson, Bigfork, and for winter fun, please be sure to be safe
points in between. Please call (406) 253- and take precautions, such as letting
0405 or (406) 212-6093 or visit slope- others know where you plan to go, the
coach.com for more details.
times you plan to be aield, and keep

aware of your surroundings.
MORE NORDIC SKI & Now get out there and enjoy the won-
SNOWSHOE TRAILS
ders of winter – right here in Somers and
Not everyone going up the mountain Lakeside!
is heading for the ski area, especially

Lost family dog. His name is Balto. A
handsome 9 yr old 100 lb husky cross.

He was last seen at Kokanee Bend
ishing access/area Friday night, Jan 3rd.
Very friendly to humans, has had shots,

wearing red fabric collar.
If seen or found, please contact Mike at:
393-2418 or 892-0815