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WEEKEND OUTLOOK
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TOPS10 THINGS TO DO BEFORE SUMMER ENDS
WEEKLY ON-MOUNTAIN NEWS
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2016
ummer always ies drink and be local at one of the Flathead by so fast, and we all Valley’s Farmers Markets. Columbia reach a point when Falls has two on ursdays—the Com-
we wonder if we are munity Market at 830 1st Avenue West
making the most of it. Riley e bad news is August
Polumbus is more than half way over. e good news is
you are about to get a few ideas on how to make the most of it.
From the “sense of urgency” category:
1. Full Moon Float. August 18th is the full moon. If the skies are clear urs- day night you’re in for a treat! Get some friends together with canoes, kayaks or SUPs and head to White sh Lake or the White sh River. e moonrise starts around 8 p.m. e moon will shine above the river around 10 p.m. Dress warm and don’t forget a life jacket and headlamp (for the put-in and takeout). 2. Last chance to race in ursday Night Race League is also the 18th how- ever racers will ride in the daylight. As per usual tradition the race course will be selected by a vote that evening. You never know what other crazy things may happen for this last race—double dog dare you to wear a costume!
From the “do something new” category:
3. Take on the Aerial Adventure Park.
It’s not every day you don a full-body harness and swing from tree to tree on a trapeze. Our Aerial Adventure Park has ve courses ranging from easy to dif- cult so there’s a challenge for everyone age 7 and up. Each course features 10
to 15 challenges to get from tree to tree including zip lines.
PHOTOS BY CHUCK HANEY, NOAH CLAYTON, GLACIERWORLD.COM AND WHITEFISH MOUNTAIN RESORT.
5-7:30 p.m. and the Farmers Market at 2400 9th Street West 5-8 p.m. Kalispell’s Farmers Market is on Saturdays at Flat- head Valley Community College from
9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and the White sh Farmers Market is Tuesday 5-7:30 p.m. 8. Volunteer, donate or attend a fund- raising event. ere are so many ways to give back to our community and it can be quite fun. Volunteer to walk dogs for the animal shelter. Attend Flash- back 1976 (bene ts the Abbie Shelter), the White sh Trail Hootenanny or the S.N.O.W. Bus Brewfest (August 25, 26 and 27 respectively). Or you can vol- unteer for a fundraising event! Already have a full schedule? Donate to one
or more of the local non-pro ts in the Great Fish Challenge.
9. Visit a National, State or City Park. Whether you have an hour to spend or a full day, you can nd a local park to go to and enjoy activities or just take a picnic and a book and hang out. My dog Maizy loves to play at the WAG Park
in White sh and go swimming at Les Mason State Park. When she’s tired out, I love heading to Glacier National Park with friends for full day hike, or a paddle and a picnic at a glacial lake.
10. Buy your 2016/17 Winter Season Pass. When summer ends it’s time to start thinking about winter, and the number one thing you will do this winter is spend time on the mountain. Buy your 2016/17 Winter Season Pass for $630 (for adults—others less) before the sale ends on September 30, 2016.
4. Try downhill biking. If you’ve been thinking about giving this sport a go, we’ve got you covered. We added three new trails that are designed to help you learn and progress in the sport. Don’t have a bike? We rent them! Don’t know how? Take a lesson! Our Learn to Bike Downhill package includes a two-hour bike rental and trail access, protective equipment and a lesson for $99.
5. Go on a Zip Line Tour. Even if you’ve been zip lining before, our Zip Line Tour is worthy of a go. More than a mile of ying over ski slopes with breathtaking views in every direction (that includes looking down if you dare). Plus you
will have fun with our guides—rain or shine they will make the tour even more memorable!
From the “do something local” category:
6. Summer trifecta: Hike-Huck-Swim.
It’s always satisfying to pack a bunch of fun into one day. August is the perfect time to combine three local favorite ac- tivities. First head to the mountain pack- ing water, snacks, bear spray and empty containers for collecting huckleberries. ere’s always some growing along, or close to, the Danny On hiking trail. Check our hiking page on Skiwhite sh. com for “Huckdates” to nd out where they are ripe. Hike up and ride down the Scenic Li or vice-versa. A er your hike and huck-hunting workout, cool o with a swim in White sh Lake at Les Mason State Park or City Beach.
7. Head to a Farmers Market. Cher- ries, veggies and melons, OH MY! Eat,
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