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The Results Are In – The Big Shindig 2022

From Hot Rods to Pin Up Ladies… The Big Shindig 2022 at the Desoto Grill in Kalispell, Montana, was absolutely amazing. The best part about the hundreds of family, friends, and car enthusiasts coming out to the event was that they were all there to support a wonderful cause – Mikayla’s Miracles & Blessings Foundation! Mikayla’s Miracles & Blessings Foundation helps children and adults with disabilities, caregivers, veterans and seniors be at their best as they live, learn, work and play. Learn more about Mikayla’s Miracles & Blessings Foundation – HERE.

The Results Are In – The Big Shindig 2022

There were so many trophies handed out, but the competitions were very steep. From Best Engine to Best Pin-Up Plunge to Scooter Race Competitions and Frozen T-Shirt Wars, there was something for everybody to win. If that was not enough, there was a live auction, silent auction, and even opportunities to receive a professional shave and haircut…all for Mikayla’s Foundation. The Foundation raised thousands of dollars and the good news is that all of it stays in the Flathead Valley.

“All the money that is raised STAYS here in the Flathead Valley. Last year alone we were able to help over 3000 kids! We are helping families with special needs kids to get the equipment to help make it a little easier every day. We are also helping families in our Flathead Valley who are less fortunate. Providing needs for the homeless high school kids!”

But, that was not all, if you were in the least bit hungry, the Desoto Grill took care of you with sliders, drinks, beers on tap and so much more. Plus, there were all sorts of vendors selling great locally made items from T-shirts, soaps and jewelry, and there were also two great bands that played all day long. This year maybe over, but we can all start preparing and looking forward to next year. Great Job!

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Clydesdale Outpost Whitefish

Clydesdale Outpost Whitefish – The Place for Adventurers, Dreamers & Doers.

A truly unique experience….The Clydesdale Outpost in Whitefish is a boutique guest ranch experience with Clydesdale Horses located on 100 Outpost Drive in Whitefish, Montana.

A boutique guest ranch experience with award-winning Clydesdale horses. Guests can interact with Clydesdales, relax in private 2-bedroom luxury tiny cabins (6 cabins total, decorated slightly differently), grab a coffee or gift at our Check-in Center and enjoy traditional guest ranch activities including horseback riding and carriage rides with our majestic Clydesdales.

The property is located on the Stillwater River which 6 two-bedroom luxury tiny guest cabins featuring Private deck w/ Cedar hot tub, gas fireplace, full kitchen, and even high speed Wi-Fi.

Guests can enjoy horseback riding, carriage rides, and even sleigh rides during the winter. You can even host a private party or wedding

Matt & Benjamin Story

Here at Clydesdale Outpost our passion is breeding world-class Clydesdale Horses. The humble operation began in Fernwald, Germany (Fernwald means Far Forest in German) which has become our farm name, Far Forest Ranch.

It was 1995 when Benjamin Arnold and his father Karl Arnold bought their first horses: Princess, Dylan and Royal… all Shire horses.

Over a decade later, in 2009, Benjamin visited the American National Clydesdale Show in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Soon after he purchased two Clydesdales, Impression and Belle, fillies from Texas and one Clydesdale Stallion Thunder from Ontario, Canada and flew them to Fernwald, Germany, about 45 minutes North of Frankfurt. Their hobby had transformed into importing horses from America and developing award-winning bloodlines, and Karl’s favorite, driving their carriage through town.

Benjamin Arnold met Matt Ladensack in 2013 and decided to immigrate to America when they were married. Together they began to build their dream of owning their own farm and continuing Far Forest’s traditions in Washington State. They renovated a 100-year-old homestead, built a new barn and cabins at this Amboy, WA property.

In 2015 Benjamin and Matt Arnold-Ladensack launched their breeding in the USA and began a showing career in North America. The Far Forest Clydesdale breeding operation is based on some of the original horse bloodlines that were imported from the USA/Canada to Germany and now back to the USA.

Benjamin and Matt sold their 8-acre ranch in 2021 and moved from in Amboy, Washington and to Whitefish, Montana in efforts to build out a larger Clydesdale Outpost. They also foaled two new family members, Marga out of Rain and Joan, Isabelle’s first foal.

Matt and Benjamin are excited to launch Clydesdale Outpost | Whitefish and share their horses with you and the world.

Learn more about the Clydesdale Outpost – HERE.

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The Event at Rebecca Farm

The Event At Rebecca Farm will take place July 20 through July 24, 2022, and it is sure to be a lot of fun for everyone. Every July the national and international eventing community lands in Montana’s Flathead Valley. More than 5,000 local and regional spectators enjoy The Event at Rebecca Farm against the backdrop of Glacier National Park. The venue transforms into a destination where the spectator can see world-class eventing and shop unique and diverse items including Montana-made goods, regional arts, apparel, jewelry and top equine products to name just a few. The variety of food and drink offerings along with the Kid Zone where kids can run, jump and play make this a true family event! Did we mention that admission is FREE!

Competition has three elements: dressage, cross country and show jumping.

DRESSAGE
A good dressage test lays the foundation for the rest of the competition and sets a champion up for success. The best dressage tests take place without a word, demonstrating a remarkable form of communication between top riders and their horses. Read more – HERE.

CROSS COUNTRY
The most dangerous of any eventing element, not only does cross country test a horse’s jumping ability, it also demands a high level of trust between horse and rider. The rider is the only one to have seen the course prio competition, so the horse must trust the rider in order to execute the obstacle or question. In turn, riders must understand what their horses are capable of jumping in order to complete the course. Read more – HERE.

SHOW JUMPING
To complete this final phase with finesse, riders need athletic horses in excellent physical condition, particularly after the more grueling cross-country. Though it is hard to get out of this final event phase with a perfect score, champions are typically made by jumping “clear” and without incurring time or fault penalties. Read more – HERE.

History of the Event at Rebecca Farm

The Event at Rebecca Farm started with a dedicated crew of local eventers who loved the local venue, Herron Park, but knew that more was possible. The inaugural competition in 2002 put Rebecca Farm on the map. It was a huge success with over 250 competitors. In 2004, The Event became a USEF (United States Equestrian Federation) and USEA (United States Eventing Association) recognized Gold Cup Series and a Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) World Cup eventing competition. Read more – HERE.

Halt Cancer at X

Rebecca Farm is about more than just horses… We care about the well being and spirit of our community, as well as national research which will find a cure for breast cancer!

In memory of The Event’s Founder, Rebecca Broussard, her daughter, Sarah Broussard, launched “Halt Cancer at X” in 2012 to raise money for breast cancer research. The name comes from the equestrian dressage test — where the first movement is for the rider to halt the horse at a station marked “X” in the arena.

Donations in the form of competitors’ pledges, auction proceeds, tax-deductible contributions, parking donations and other imaginative fundraising are infused back into Flathead Valley community outreach programs and to national research projects working toward a cure. Since 2012, Montana Equestrian Events, through Halt Cancer at X, has awarded nearly $775,000 in total grants to local organizations and research projects.

“We’re thrilled to take this great platform we have created and make it mean something more to the world,” said Sarah Broussard.

Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

Dress To The Nines

On May 19, 2022, from 6 until 9pm, come on out to the Snowline Acres for Dress To The Nines and Dine for the Flathead Youth Home. This will be a start studded evening all to support our community’s youth. There will be a catered dinner by Forage Catering, Hosted Bar, Live Music, Silent and Live Auction. This year’s Dress To The Nines theme is Starry, Starry Night!

“One of our amazing past residents will share a story followed by a rousing live auction with some exciting adventure opportunities. We will close out the evening with a paddle call in support of the kids at the Flathead Youth Home.”

Dress To The Nines Details

May 19, 2022 – 6-9om

Snowline Acres

Attire: Montana-style Formal

Questions: Hannah Plumb – (406) 890-2430 or hplumb@youthhomesmt.org

Dress To The Nines Tickets: $65.00

Learn more about Dress To The Nines- Click HERE!

About Youth Homes

Youth Homes is a non profit 501(c)(3) organization that cares for children who are facing abuse, neglect, emotional trauma and substance abuse problems. Through our emergency shelters, therapeutic group homes, foster care and adoption programs and counseling services, we provide a safe refuge for kids while they begin the difficult process of healing. We show them compassion and teach them how to build healthy relationships. We help them trust again and give them the opportunities to build confidence and find happiness. Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

The Big Event – Casino Royale

Are you ready to party for a cause? Come on out to the Snowline Acres for the Big Event – Casino Royal – on May 12, 2022, from 5-10pm, to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Montana. The evening will include a prime rib dinner, drinks, games, auctions and more. “Stand with us and be part of a program raising money to provide mentors to children facing adversity in our community.”

The Big Event – Casino Royale Details

Date: May 12, 2022

Time: 5-10pm

Location: Snowline Acres

Tickets

$150 Individual

$250 Couple

$1000 Table of 8

$1500 Corporate Sponsor

Get your tickets – HERE.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Montana

Community Based Program
This is the “traditional” BBBS model in which a mentor (Big) and a mentee (Little) meet 2-3 hours each week outside of the home and school setting. Our Bigs make arrangements with the parent(s)/guardian(s) for a weekly activities with the Little. These outings can be as simple as a walk to the park to throw a frisbee or a trip to the local art studio to paint together. We know that the specific activity is not important, what is important is consistency, kindness, and a desire to grow together.

School – Based Program
Site-Based Programs: Our School Buddies program is designed to allow mentors to meet an elementary student at their school during normal school hours. Bigs meet their Littles for one hour each week, often during lunch and/or recess, for activities such as shooting hoops on the school playground or visiting the school library for board games. High School students are eligible to serve as mentors in this program

Our Site-Based Plus: is the same program as our School Buddies, an hour a week together at the Little’s school, with the addition of an opportunity to meet off school campus one time each month for an activity in the community. We see this is our best of both worlds program.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

NW Montana Job & Opportunity Fair

Have you been looking for that perfect job? Do you even know where to start? Boy do we have an opportunity for you to start your next career path. Whether you are just entering the job market looking for your first job or if you are just looking for a better opportunity, the NW Montana Job & Opportunity Fair is the perfect place for you to go on Thursday, April 14, 2022, from 9am until 4pm. There will be hundreds of career and job opportunities for you to explore.

Sign ups are now open for businesses to exhibit at this year’s job & opportunity fair which will be held on Thursday, April 14th from 9am – 4pm at the Flathead County Fairgrounds Trade Center. Businesses can register to participate at: https://forms.gle/37GXJfLZ5J4UvGz38

A partnership between the Kalispell Job Service, Flathead Valley Community College, the Daily Inter Lake, and Discover Kalispell Chamber, this year’s fair has invited local high schools to bring students for career exploration from 9-11am, Veterans and Encore workers (retirees/seniors looking to re-engage in the workforce ) for the 11am-12pm hour, and is open to the general public from 12 – 4pm.

NW Montana Job & Opportunity Fair Details

Location:

Flathead County Fairgrounds

Times:

9 am – 11 am: High School Juniors & Seniors
11 am – 12 pm: Veteran’s and retiree workforce
12 pm – 4 pm: Open to the Public

Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

Samaritan House Cowboy Up Fundraiser

Are you ready to party for a cause? On Saturday, April 9, 2022, The Samaritan House is hosting the 15th Annual Cowboy Up Fundraiser at Snowline Acres in Kalispell, Montana. At 5pm the doors will open to a full night of dinner, live auction, silent auction, music and just a great night of fun!

“Our live + silent auctions will have goods and services donated by local businesses and individuals from Flathead Valley. You’re not going to want to miss what’s up for grabs! All proceeds from our auction go directly towards our mission here at Samaritan House. We’re passionate about providing our homeless community with resources and we can’t do that without your help.”

The Samaritan House Cowboy Up Fundraiser has over 100 items to be auctioned off from private guided Snowshoe Tours in Glacier National Park and Fishing Charters on Flathead Lake to Private Bottling Party, Artwork and more. There will be something for every person to bid to support the Samaritan House.

Samaritan House Cowboy Up Fundraiser Details

Date/Time: Saturday, April 9, 2022 – Doors Open at 5pm

Location: Snowline Acres in Kalispell, Montana.

Website: https://www.cowboyupmt.com/

About Samaritan House

The Samaritan House is a local nonprofit seeking to end homelessness in the Flathead Valley. We come alongside residents in a variety of ways, including encouraging their efforts to find employment and housing. On a typical nightly stay at Samaritan House, there are 64 clients in the shelter program and 32 clients in our transitional and permanent apartments. Our shelter program has the capacity to house 32 individuals, 4 families, 4 individual veteran pods, and 14 individual transitional apartments. Samaritan House also has the ability to provide permanent apartments to those who have completed the shelter program. We have the capacity to house 31 individual apartments. Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

North Valley FNRA 2022 Dinner & Auction

On Saturday, April 2, 2022, come on over to the Flathead County Fairgrounds to support the North Valley Friends of NRA Annual Banquet 2022. This will be a full night of fun that that includes a live auction, silent auction, special drawings and so much more. This banquet supports youth shooting sports. Tickets for the event start at $50.00 and can be purchased online – HERE.

North Valley FNRA 2022 Dinner & Auction Details

Live Auction • Silent Auction • Special Drawings
Limited Edition Firearms • Custom Knives • NRA Commissioned Art • Special Lady’s Merchandise, Plus, Many Items Created Especially for This NRA Event and Much More!

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE: All Table Packages Include the National Liberty Sponsorship.
National Liberty: $300 Includes: 2022 Sponsor Knife, Cap, Invitation to Sponsor Only Events, Special Recognition in the Event Program and complementary Traditions magazine subscription. ($200 Income Tax Deduction)
National Heritage: $750 Includes: Choice of 1 Sponsor Merchandise and all basic “Liberty” level benefits. ($490 Income Tax Deduction)
National Freedom: $1,500 Includes: Choice of Firearm or Suppressor and all basic “Liberty” level benefits. ($900 Income Tax Deduction)
National Pioneer: $2,500 Includes: Choice of Firearm or Suppressor and all basic “Liberty” level benefits. ($1,500 Income Tax Deduction)
National Legacy: $3,500 Includes: Choice of Firearm, Suppressor, or Binocular and all basic “Liberty” level benefits. ($2,100 Income Tax Deduction)
National Patriot: $5,000 Includes: Choice of Firearm and all basic “Liberty” level benefits. ($3,500 Income Tax Deduction)

Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!

Aloha Luau Fundraiser

On April 1st, 2022, the Aloha Luau Fundraiser will take place at the Red Lion Inn Hotel in Kalispell. The Kickin’ Back for Orange And Black Aloha Luau Fundraiser is the Flathead High School’s Annual Fundraiser. There will be great food, drinks, and fun to help raise money for the Flathead Booster Club to support all of the activities for students at Flathead High School.

Aloha Luau Fundraiser Details

Tickets for the Aloha Luau Fundraiser are $50.00 per person and you must be 21+ or older to attend. Tickets can be purchased at Flathead Activities, Coach or Director of a Program, and from Booster members. The fundraiser will take place at the Red Lion Inn Hotel on April 1, 2022, from 7 to 10pm. Tickets sell out very quickly, so get them now before it’s too late. Learn more – HERE.

Flathead Valley Booster Club

Becoming a member of the Flathead Booster Club is the simplest of ways to show your support for student activities. For just $35 or more you can join other supportive parents in providing needed activity funds that support many student endeavors. We won’t add you to our volunteer call list but we will list you as a proud supporter of our Braves and Bravettes! Learn more – HERE.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more. From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our Events Calendar – HERE – and get in the buzz!