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	About Flathead Lake
		Flathead Lake is one of the 300 largest natural lakes in the world and is the largest natural freshwater lake in the western United States.
		Flathead Lake Biological Station was established in Bigfork in 1899 by Dr. Morton J. Elrod.
		Lake trout, lake whitefish and yellow perch are the most common nonnatives and have increased in abundance since 1970, whereas native species have declined.
	www.umt.edu /flbs/AboutFLBS/FlatheadLake.htm (688 words)

	LAKE FACTS
		Flathead Lake is currently described as oligomesotrophic (oligotrophic means being deficient in plant nutrients while mesotrophic means having a moderate amount of dissolved nutrients).
		In spite of its renowned purity, studies at the Bio Station show that water quality of Flathead Lake has declined over the last decade due to the combined effects of increased pollution from human sources, erosion of the shoreline caused by dam operations and introduction of non-native biota (flora and fauna).
		Lake trout, lake whitefish and yellow perch are the most common non-natives and have increased in abundance since 1970 whereas native species have declined.
	www.s-kmarina.com /flathead_lake_facts.htm (640 words)

	FLATHEAD LAKE AND RIVER FISHERIE
		Mysis shrimp, first noted in Flathead Lake in 1981, strip zooplankton from the upper waters of the lake and serve as food for deep water fish such as lake trout and lake whitefish.
		The 1998 estimated harvest of lake trout was roughly 40,000 fish.
		If lake trout harvest is too high (as measured by a declining recreational fishery) fishing regulations will be adjusted to improve the fishery as long as the action does not conflict with native trout goals.
	www.mackdays.com /flathead_lake_and_river_fisherie.htm (2351 words)

	Flathead Lake - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Flathead Lake is the largest natural lake in Montana and is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the western United States, excluding Alaska.
		Formed by the glacial damming of the Flathead River, the lake is bordered on its eastern shore by the Mission Mountains and on the west by the Salish Mountains.
		The lake is inhabited by native bull trout and cutthroat trout, as well as non-native lake trout, yellow perch and lake whitefish.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Flathead_Lake (540 words)

	Fishing Montana -- Excerpted from Fishing Montana by Michael Sample
		Anglers talking about "the Flathead" may be referring either to the magnificent lake, the mighty river that feeds it, or to the big valleys and basin that surround these waters.
		In the marshy country near the outlet, the river and lake become almost indistinguishable; the exact division depends on the season and on releases from Kerr Dam at the south end of the lake.
		The main Flathead is accessible at the Blankenship Bridge, along a small park next to U.S. Highway 2, at Teakettle FAS and Pressentine Bar FAS, from the old Steel Bridge, and at the mouth of the Stillwater.
	visitmt.com /falcon/Fishing_Flathead_River_final.htm (3543 words)

	Flathead Lake, Montana - Travel and Vacation Info
		Flathead Lake is one of the most dramatically framed bodies of water imaginable.
		Flathead lake is cupped on both sides by mountain ranges, to the east the lush Swan Range and the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex and to the west by the dry, rolling Salish Mountains, with views extending to the South of the impressive Mission Mountains and to the north of Flathead Valley & Glacier National Park.
		Flathead lake is well known for its multitude of water sport options and the shoreline towns cater well to visitors looking to experience any of the following activities: fishing, sailing, motor-boating, sea-kayaking, jet-skiing, para-sailing, water-skiing & wakeboarding.
	www.go-montana.com /Flathead-Lake (248 words)

	Flathead Lake Travel Guide and Directory
		Flathead Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake in the western United States.
		Lying in the Flathead Valley of Northwest Montana, the lake is more then 300 feet deep and extends north and south some 28 miles and is seven to 15 miles wide.
		Lake trout, salmon, perch, pike, bass, and whitefish are found in the Flathead area's many lakes.
	www.gonorthwest.com /Montana/northwest/Flathead/Flathead-Lake.htm (410 words)

	Flathead Lake Montana
		Flathead Lake lies in the shadows of Glacier National Park and Big Mountain ski resort to the north.
		The lake is populated by native Bull and Cutthroat trout, and huge Lake trout (Mackinaw), along with perch and whitefish.
		The lake holds on to the summer's warmth and usually prevents killer freezes during the winter.
	www.flatheadlake.name (670 words)

	Flathead Lake - Fishing Guide - Montana FWP
		A Flathead Indian Tribal Permit is required to fish on the southern half of the lake.
		Lake trout: 50 daily and in possession, only 1 over 36 inches, and all fish 30 to 36 inches must be released.
		The largest island in Flathead Lake, Wild Horse has been a landmark rich with history since the Salish-Kootenai Indians were reported to have used it to pasture horses to keep them from being stolen by other tribes.
	fwp.mt.gov /fishing/guide/q_Flathead_Lake__1140996479165.aspx (864 words)

	Flathead Valley Travel Guide and Directory
		The Valley is watered generously by the vast Flathead Lake and moisture falling west of the continental divide.
		Flathead Valley is the western gateway to Glacier National Park, one of the jewels in the crown of the national park system.
		Conditions on the rivers and lakes of the Flathead Valley range from placid water of Ashley Creek to raging whitewater.
	www.gonorthwest.com /Montana/northwest/Flathead/flathead.htm (749 words)

	Flathead Basin Commission (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The Flathead Lake Biological Station (FLBS) has carefully documented status of water quality in Flathead Lake and its tributaries since the Station was founded in 1899.
		Profiles of dissolved oxygen in Flathead Lake during the late summer and fall of 2003 revealed a decline in oxygen concentrations with depth as the period of thermal stratification in the lake continued through early fall.
		In conclusion, of the 300 large lakes of the world, Flathead Lake is one of the cleanest, but there are several water quality concerns that warrant continued monitoring.
	www.flatheadbasincommission.org /waterquality_flathead.htm (888 words)

	Glacier National Park and Flathead Valley Attractions
		Thirty miles long and eight miles wide, Flathead Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi.
		Flathead Lake has a variety of fish including lake trout, whitefish and yellow perch.
		The Flathead River and its forks are spawning grounds for bull trout and the colorful west slope cut-throat trout, while wild rainbow trout can be found in the Kootenai River.
	www.flatheadtravel.com /attractions.html (298 words)

	Dude ranch vacation in Montana at Averill's Flathead Lake Lodge
		Flathead Lake is the largest body of fresh water west of the Mississippi.
		The lake is one of the cleanest large lakes in the world.
		Each evening of the week Flathead Lake Lodge offers a variety of activities such as boat cruises, beach fires, steer roping, BBQ in the mountains, barn dancing with live entertainment, guest steer penning and children’s overnight camp, and kid’s rodeo, even a volleyball competition between staff and guests.
	www.ranchweb.com /averill/index.html (1244 words)

	Watershed Group Details
		Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake in the U.S. west of the Mississippi, is the basin's catchment.
		The basin includes the western portion of Glacier National Park, virtually all of Flathead and Lake counties, a small portion of Missoula County, and most of the Flatehad Indian Reservation.
		The possibility of large scale mining activity in the headwaters of the North Fork of the Flathead River in British Columbia, a potential source of large scale pollution, was one of the driving factors in the creation of the watershed effort.
	water.montana.edu /watersheds/groups/details.asp?groupID=21 (477 words)

	The Daily Inter Lake
		Among them was a report of boat or windsurfer capsized on Whitefish Lake, a house fire on Yodelin Ridge Road and a garage that collapsed on Airport Road.
		The cherry crop on Flathead Lake appeared to be unscathed.
		The vessel, which has sunk previously in the lake, was partially submerged after the storm blew up large waves in the lake.
	www.dailyinterlake.com /articles/2006/07/07/news/news01.txt (810 words)

	Flathead Lake Montana - Arrowhead RV Park and Marina (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Located on the radiant shores of Flathead Lake in friendly Western Montana, Arrowhead RV Park is home to some of the best fishing and outdoor recreational activities in North America.
		The lake is one of the 300 largest natural lakes in the world.
		The major tributaries for Flathead Lake are the Flathead and Swan Rivers.
	www.arrowheadresortmontana.com (534 words)

	Home Page of the Flathead Lakers, Polson, Montana
		Stories include a tribute to Paul Williams, an update on the proposed coal mine in the Canadian Flathead, a story on last fall's gullywasher rain that damaged parts of Glacier National Park, a legislative update on bills of concern to the Lakers, and more.
		Lakers present strong testimony at Flathead Basin Commission on proposed Canadian coal mine in the headwaters of the North Fork Flathead River.
		Paul Williams, 72, former president of the Flathead Lakers and vice chairman of the Flathead Basin Commission, died on January 15.
	www.flatheadlakers.org (412 words)

	Flathead Lakers: Flathead Lake & Watershed Main Page
		Flathead Lake is the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River.
		Lands critical to maintaining water quality in Flathead Lake, such as vegetated streams and river banks, floodplains and wetlands, often serve as the "kidneys of the lake." When left in a natural state, these areas provide a buffer zone that filters out nutrients and other pollutants before they reach the water.
		The Flathead Watershed is one of the fastest growing areas in the state.
	www.flatheadlakers.org /flathead_lake_basin/index.html (510 words)

	The Lake County Montana Directory located in Northwest Montana
		Lake County is a county located in the state of Montana.
		The Flathead Lake Biological Station is a state-of-the-art ecological research and education center located in the Rocky Mountains near Glacier National Park.
		Mission Valley Speedway is located in Western Montana, at the south tip of Flathead Lake (The largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi) and at the base of the Mission Range of the Rocky Mountains.
	www.lakecodirect.com (1485 words)

	Montana Fishing Charter - Flathead Lake and Northwest Montana Fishing Charters, Vacation, and Guide
		Flathead Lake Charters was established in Woods Bay, Montana in 1979 by owner/guide Jeff Rach.
		Flathead Lake is the largest natural fresh water lake in the West, located just 40 miles south of Glacier National Park in the shadow of the Mission Mountains and the Bob Marshall Wilderness area.
		Flathead Lake Charters offers half day, full day and twilight fishing charters — everything you need to enjoy a day on the lake is provided.
	www.flatheadlakecharters.com (264 words)

	Montanakids \| Things To See And Do
		Flathead Lake, sometimes called 'The Jewel of the Northwest', has 200 square miles of surface area.
		Flathead Lake has a variety of fish species but is best known for its trout.
		The campground is located above the lake in a fir, pine, and larch forest on 196 acres at 2,934 feet in elevation.
	montanakids.com /db_engine/presentations/presentation.asp?pid=69&sub=Flathead (1946 words)

	Flathead Lake Suites
		Flathead Lake Suites is magnificently situated on the end of a peninsula jutting out into Flathead Lake where you can view the majestic wild beauty of six spectacular mountain ranges, including Glacier National Park peaks, as well as the colorful wide panorama of sunrises and sunsets and the moon shimmering across the lake.
		Flathead Lake Suites is exclusively private, away from the bustle of the world.
		Flathead Lake Suites is located on Flathead Lake (the largest natural fresh water lake in the west), where the osprey and bald eagles soar overhead and land in the giant pine trees.
	www.visitmt.com /categories/moreinfo.asp?IDRRecordID=6402&siteid=1 (434 words)

	Flathead Cottage
		Nestled among tamaracks, towering pines and fragrant cherry orchards is Flathead Cottage, a charming and spacious 3 bedroom home ideal for your vacation.
		Located on the shore of Flathead Lake, the cottage is just 12 miles south of Kalispell and a short 45 minute drive from Glacier National Park.
		Flathead Valley boasts the best of fishing, skiing, hunting, golfing and many other activities.
	flatheadlakecottage.com (382 words)

	Flathead Lake Montana
		Flathead Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi in the lower 48 states, with over 200 square miles of water and 185 miles of shoreline.
		The southern half of Flathead Lake is within the boundary of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Flathead Reservation.
		The major population centers around the lake are Kalispell, Bigfork, and Polson, all of which offer a complete variety of groceries, supplies, and information.
	www.lakecodirect.com /flathead_lake_montana.html (287 words)

	Flathead Lake
		This is the largest freshwater lake West of the Mississippi; renowned for its fishing.
		The Flathead and its forks host spawning runs of two natives, the colorful westslope cut-throat and the bull trout.
		Flathead Lake yields trophy lake trout, lake whitefish, and yellow perch.
	www.meadowlake.com /attractions.html (825 words)

	Flathead Lakers: Maps
		Flathead Lake catchment basin and Montana lakes and rivers (GIF, 95K).
		Flathead Lake and immediately adjacent land (GIF, 126K).
		Shows depth to ground water in the Flathead Valley north of Flathead Lake.
	www.flatheadlakers.org /publications_maps/maps/index.html (201 words)

	Flathead Lake Vacation Rentals - Flathead Lake Rentals - Flathead Lake Montana Vacation Rentals
		Find yourself calmed by the waters of Flathead Lake, which is found in the center of Flathead Valley in northwestern Montana.
		With access to the largest natural freshwater lake in the western US, try a Flathead Lake rental to rejuvenate your mind and soul in the secluded woods under Montana's big sky.
		Flathead Lake rentals offer guests the mountain access they seek and many nearby outdoor adventures of the region.
	www.vamoose.com /flathead-lake-vacation-rentals.html (146 words)

	Flathead Valley Montana ~ gateway to Glacier National Park
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		Tucked into the northwest corner of Montana, the Flathead Valley is the gateway to Glacier National Park, a World Heritage Site, and home to both the Big Mountain ski resort and Flathead Lake - the largest freshwater lake found west of the Mississippi.
		The hub of the Flathead Valley is the city of Kalispell.
	www.fcvb.org (532 words)

	Browse Flathead Lake Real Estate
		Flathead Lake is the largest, natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River.
		Flathead Lakes pristine waters are home to many species of fish.
		It is one of the cleanest lakes of its size and type anywhere in the populated world.
	www.bythelakerealestate.com (320 words)

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