Guided Hikes

Pre-registration is now required for WLP’s free outdoor education events. Registration links can be found in each event’s description.

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A series of guided hikes and environmental education opportunities will be happening on the Whitefish Trail this winter. The series… Read more »

Love the Whitefish Trail? Here’s your chance to give back with a little elbow grease! Whether you’re an old pro… Read more »

The public is invited to join the “Fit Trail Hike” on Thursday, June 18th, meeting at the Skyles Trailhead at… Read more »

Meander through the woods with the Montana Native Plant Society and learn about the wide array of colorful wildflowers that… Read more »

Meander through the woods and learn about the wide array of colorful wildflowers that line the Whitefish Trail. Learn how… Read more »

Come out and explore bear signs and safety along the trail. Increase your animal awareness and confidence in travelling in… Read more »

The bears are waking up this time of year, so join Whitefish Legacy Partners, REI, and ImagineIF Kalispell to learn… Read more »

Family Friendly Hike – Come out and explore bear signs and safety along the trail. Increase your animal awareness and… Read more »

The bears are getting ready for winter this time of year, so come out to Lion Mountain to learn about… Read more »

Join us for an informative, in-person presentation with Lori Roberts, Research Assistant on the Grizzly Bear Trend Monitoring Team, and… Read more »

Family Friendly Hike – Come out and explore bear signs and safety along the trial.  Increase your animal awareness and confidence… Read more »

Come out with Whitefish Legacy Partners and Counter Assault to explore bear behavior and safety along the trail. Increase your… Read more »

Adult Guided Hike – Visit the many lakes surrounding Dollar Lake, and view nesting loons in Little Beaver Lake. Both novice and… Read more »

A series of guided hikes are scheduled on the Whitefish Trail this season. The next outing in the series is… Read more »

Learn the basics on bike fit for optimal posture and power. You will have the opportunity to adjust your own… Read more »

The first children’s program will be a nature photography hike on Thursday, June 18th. This hike is free and participants… Read more »

Another wonderful guided birding walk on the Whitefish Trail to be held at Lion Mountain Trailhead.  Join staff from the Wild Wings… Read more »

Fire is an essential ecological process vital to the health of ecosystems in the landscapes of the Northern Rocky Mountains…. Read more »

Join the Whitefish Walkers and local physical therapists for a hike at Lion Mountain. Physical therapists will introduce stretches and… Read more »

Learn the basics on bike fit for optimal posture and power. You will have the opportunity to adjust your own… Read more »

Unfortunately the Forest Discovery Hike has been cancelled for this Wednesday.  Thanks for your interest and look forward to next… Read more »

Russ Talmo with Defenders of Wildlife will speak at Learning Pavilion on the Whitefish Trail on September 13th. Russ is a former… Read more »

Search for wild mushrooms and learn general classifications and identifying characteristics.  Dale Johnson, who has been exploring the woods for… Read more »

All this rain is bringing out the mushrooms!  Search for wild mushrooms and learn general classifications and identifying characteristics.  Dale… Read more »

The second of three Speaker Series on The Whitefish Trail. Current City Council Member and former Mayor of Whitefish, Andy… Read more »

Ever wonder why there are ocean fossils in the mountains and so much clay or gravel in your yard?  Learn about… Read more »

Whitefish Legacy Partners (WLP) invites the public to a Whitefish Trail Grand Opening on November 1, 2015 at 3:00 p.m…. Read more »

Wrap up summer by spending time exploring on the Whitefish Trail with hiking, games, art projects, and more! Open to… Read more »

Wrap up summer by spending time exploring on the Whitefish Trail! This four day camp includes hiking, games and art… Read more »

Flathead Land Trust, a WLP partner, has been working to conserve the greater Flathead Valley’s agricultural lands, forests, river corridors,… Read more »

Youth Guided Hike –Spend the morning at the Whitefish Trail Learning Pavilion exploring life cycles, food webs, and social issues… Read more »

Children will hike and explore the Whitefish Trail to collect materials from nature, and use them to make relief impressions… Read more »

Discover the critters of the Whitefish Trail on a 1-2 mile nature walk. This event is free and suitable for… Read more »

Children will explore the Whitefish Trail to collect materials from nature to create their own mobile to take home. This… Read more »

Children will learn observational skills and sketch natural objects during this guided hike.  Artist Andrea Brew and Education Specialist Kim… Read more »

Youth Guided Hike –  Kids will learn observation skills and sketch natural objects during this guided hike.  Lead by local… Read more »

Kids will explore the Whitefish Trail to learn about local native trees through interactive activities engaging all the senses. The walk… Read more »

Youth Guided Hike – Kids will explore the Whitefish Trail to learn about local native trees through interactive activities engaging all… Read more »

Kids will explore the Whitefish Trail and become familiar with the plants, animals, birds and bugs that live alongside us… Read more »

Kids will explore the Whitefish Trail and become familiar with the plants, animals, birds and bugs that live alongside us… Read more »

Join Whitefish Legacy Partners on a Snow Science guided hike on Sunday January 22nd, 2017 at 2:00-4:00 pm at the… Read more »

Adult Guided Hike – Bring your camera out on the Whitefish Trail and learn about basic camera settings, exposure, aperture,… Read more »

Unfortunately this hike has been cancelled.  Thank you for understanding and for being interested in our programs!

Join local writer and author Michael Jamison and Whitefish Trail Education Specialist Kim Corette for an informative writing workshop on… Read more »

Youth Photography Program – Join us for the first workshop of Nature in Focus program hosted by Whitefish Legacy Partners to introduce… Read more »

Youth Photography Program – Join us for the final workshop of Nature in Focus program hosted by Whitefish Legacy Partners to… Read more »

Tonight’s workshop has been cancelled due to smoke from wildfires. It will be rescheduled on October 15th from 4-7 PM… Read more »

Youth Photography Program – Join us for the second workshop of Nature in Focus program hosted by Whitefish Legacy Partners to… Read more »

Youth Photography Program – Join us for the third workshop of Nature in Focus program hosted by Whitefish Legacy Partners to… Read more »

Youth Photography Program – Join us Nature in Focus youth photography program hosted by Whitefish Legacy Partners. Open to students… Read more »

A bike that fits well is right for your height, flexibility and riding style. A bike that fits poorly can… Read more »

Guided Hike: Noxious weeds are harmful to our natural habitats and ecosystems: they crowd out native plants that provide important forage… Read more »

Whitefish Legacy Partners and Glacier Nordic Club invite the public to celebrate the grand opening of the new Big Mountain… Read more »

Whether you’re a cancer patient, survivor, have a loved one who’s been affected, or just want to show your support,… Read more »

Join Whitefish Legacy Partners to learn how to identify a variety of wildlife tracks in the snow on an easy… Read more »

Join Whitefish Legacy Partners and personal trainer and wellness coach Erin Sabin and get moving on the trail. Learn more… Read more »

Join Whitefish Legacy Partners and Hiking with Tots to celebrate Mothers Day by getting out on the trail for a… Read more »

Come hit the trail for a community mountain bike ride at Beaver Lakes! All levels are welcome. Choose between a… Read more »

Whether you’re a cancer patient, survivor, have a loved one who’s been affected, or want to show your support, join… Read more »

Looking to get in better shape or recovering from a medical issue? Explore the trail for your health with Whitefish… Read more »

Enjoy the changing fall colors and views with a 3 mile easy to moderate hike to Haskill Lake! Meet at… Read more »

Spring rain always brings out the mushrooms!  Search for wild mushrooms and learn general classifications and identifying characteristics. Dale Johnson,… Read more »

Use your imagination as you explore the fairy land of Lion Mountain and build homes for its inhabitants. Come prepared… Read more »

Whooooooo lives on the trail? Join Whitefish Legacy Partners and Whitefish Community Library for a gentle introduction to critters who make their… Read more »

Whooooooo lives on the trail? Join Whitefish Legacy Partners and Whitefish Community Library for a gentle introduction to critters who… Read more »

Get a little dirty and use your imagination as you add to the fort village and play-scape at Lion Mountain…. Read more »

Explore Lion Mountain with a nature scavenger hunt! This event is free and suitable for children ages 5-10, however attendance… Read more »

Youth Photography Program – Join us for the first workshop of Nature in Focus program hosted by Whitefish Legacy Partners to introduce… Read more »

Join us for an afternoon exploration of forest bathing with Certified Forest Therapy Guide Christiane Hinterman. Forest bathing walks are… Read more »

Join local photographer Kristen Binder to learn about light, composition, perspective, how and when to use flash, and other tips… Read more »

Join the Stumptown Art Studio and Whitefish Legacy Partners for a creative opportunity on trail. Get inspired by the fall… Read more »

Join Yoga Hive and Whitefish Legacy Partners for a unique trail experience. Combine your love of nature, yoga, mindful movement,… Read more »

Beautiful spring weather has arrived in the Flathead and it’s time to get out and explore the Lion Mountain the… Read more »

Have you ever wondered how something so delicate as snowflakes can cause an avalanche? Join us on the snowy trail… Read more »

Come join us to discover the basics of animal tracking in the snow. Learn the 4 basic patterns of tracks… Read more »

Join us for an informative, in-person presentation with Lori Roberts, Research Assistant on the Grizzly Bear Trend Monitoring Team, and… Read more »

Have you ever hiked the Whitefish Trail at night under a full moon? Join Whitefish Legacy Partners and Kaitlyn Scott… Read more »

Kids will learn how to gather materials mindfully from the forest and create a bouquet or bundle from nature to… Read more »

Are you a good dog who loves the Whitefish Trail? Do you always do your best to Wag Kind? Then… Read more »