A BIG thank you to these businesses who are sponsoring the 2026 Bigfork Whitewater Festival!
CLASS V
Outriders Presents - Live music promoter bringing concerts to Whitefish, Columbia Falls, Emmigrant, Three Forks, and of course, the promoters of the famous Under the Big Sky Festival in Whitefish, MT!
CLASS IV
Bigfork Innovations Group - BIG is a loosely comprised conglomerate of individuals who were brought together by the shared belief that there is space in our community for additional innovation and growth. This fundraising group aims to bring additional resources needed to our community, to raise awareness about what Bigfork can offer, and to help support other non-profits in the Bigfork community.
Community Foundation for a Better Bigfork - A non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life in our unincorporated village.
Dick Anderson Construction - In 1975, a young Dick Anderson started a roofing company with a few guys, a couple trucks, and a vision to be “Always Part of the Solution.” Fifty years later, that vision has carried them forward to who they are today: a premier construction management firm with over 450 employees and eight offices across Montana, Wyoming, and Arizona.
Granite Ridge Realty - Specializing in luxury real estate, Granite Ridge Realty provides clients with a top tier experience when selling or buying property in Northwest Montana. With over 35 years of combined experience centered around the real estate and construction markets, Wally and Clint bring unmatched knowledge, dedication, and a client centered approach to your real estate experience.
The Missoula Broadcasting Company - A locally-owned and operated media company in Missoula. Their stations are KDTR-fm (Trail 103.3), KKVU-fm (U104.5), KYJK-fm (Jack 105.9) and ESPN Radio (102.9 fm). Listeners tune in for upbeat personalities, community events, news, sports, and activities.
Whitefish Credit Union - Whitefish Credit Union is more than just money. They’re helping Montanans transform their lives and their communities, and create positive change.
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Base Camp Bigfork - Kayak and SUP rentals in the warm and Dog Sled Mushing adventures in the cold! This amazing family owned and family run business is putting on our Stand Up Paddleboard Race in the Bay held on Saturday.
Bedrock Sandals - From big adventures to easy-livin’, Bedrock Sandals are built to free your outdoor soul.
Dire Design Haus - Join the pack. DIRE builds rugged, sustainable drybags and gear made for guides, outfitters, and everyday adventurers.
Flathead Lake Brewing Company - The crew at FLBC works hard, plays harder, and does everything to the highest standard. For them, it’s about being leaders in the beer industry, it’s about supporting local and environmental sustainability, and it’s about contributing to the community that has so graciously embraced them. Ever supportive of the festival, we are also very supportive of putting their beers in our bellies.
Forage & Floral - Where modern floral design meets curated collections of dinnerware and tablescapes designed with Montana event hosting in mind. By combining quality décor, luxury florals, and beautiful tabletop pieces, their styling is wildly romantic, modern, and highly creative. Thank you to Forage + Floral for donating flowers our Friday float!
Glacier Distilling - Glacier Distilling is a craft distillery and tasting room nestled in the foothills of Glacier National Park. We specialize in small-batch whiskeys that reflects the rugged beauty of our surroundings. Visit the Whiskey Barn during your next adventure in Northwest Montana.
Immersion Research - Immersion Research produces high quality kayaking gear for the masses, including dry suits, dry tops, paddle jackets, paddle pants, spray skirts, and more. Privately owned and operated by kayakers, for kayakers!
Jennifer Shelley, Pure West Real Estate - According to Jennifer, “I consider it a privilege to walk these beautiful parcels of property and help clients find exactly what they are looking for. I don’t just sell real estate; I sell a lifestyle, and I’m committed to helping my clients realize their dreams in the Flathead Valley!"
Lake Baked/Riverview Bar - Lake Baked is located in the heart of Bigfork, Montana – just off Electric Avenue overlooking the Swan River. They bake frosted and caramel cinnamon rolls, quiche, cookies, sweet & savory hand pies, whole & sliced pie, and a variety of other treats depending on the season and the day.
Midway Rental - Midway Rental is stocked and ready to provide you with the right rental equipment for your job, from lawnmowers, thatchers, chippers, and aerators to scissor lifts, boom lifts, skid steers, and excavators.
Pyrahna - Pyranha Kayaks are designed and built to the highest standards to be used by the most demanding paddlers on rivers across the world for river running, creeking and freestyle kayak.
Tamarack Cannabis - Tamarack Cannabis is a woman owned and operated dispensary, founded in 2009, and is one of the longest standing seed-to-sale medical dispensaries in the Flathead Valley. Tamarack Cannabis operates under core values of quality, loyalty, innovation and inclusion.
Turtlebox - The ultimate outdoor speaker - Portable, waterproof & impact resistant, the perfect speaker for your life’s adventures.
Wear Your Roots - WYR offers high quality comfortable apparel that helps individuals show pride in the state they love. Make sure to check out the full line-up of clothing.
Werner Paddles - Werner handcrafts their paddles in the Pacific Northwest, catering to all major paddling segments including sea kayaking, recreational, whitewater, fishing, canoeing, and rafting.
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Good Stuff Botanicals - Wildcrafted + Organic Skincare made in the Mountains of Montana. Go with your body chemistry, not against it! Donating to NICU's and Birthing Centers since 2014.
Kokatat - Manufactured paddling apparel in Arcata, California for over 5 decades, Kokatat is dedicated to design and develop products that support the safe enjoyment of the outdoors for everyone.
Pit Viper - Pit Viper was founded on a simple principle - sunglasses that can take a beating.
Polar Beverages - Family made since 1882 · Polar Beverages has crafted premium seltzers, mixers, dry sodas in the heart of New England for over 140 years.
Saketome Sushi - Contemporary sushi restaurant & bar located in downtown Bigfork, Montana. Sustainability and creativity have always been at the top of SakeTome’s priorities, and in the seafood business, a reverence for the ocean is of utmost importance.
Stockman Bank - When you bank with Stockman, your money stays in Montana to work for you and your community. Stockman Bank is a family-owned, full-service, community bank located in Montana.
Sunny Designs - Born and built in McCall, Idaho. Building the best river gear with the best materials available.
Timbers Motel - Timbers Motel is located conveniently off of MT Hwy 35 among the pines of adjacent Flathead Lake State Park. En route to Glacier National Park, a short walk to Flathead Lake, Downtown Bigfork and a number of scenic hikes make Timbers Motel your trailhead to adventure of any kind.
Windermere Realty - If you're in the market to buy or sell a home, you've come to the right spot. Whatever your real estate needs, Windermere Whitefish can help you reach your goals with confidence.
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The American Vacation Rentals - Recently renovated with all new interior and themed-rooms to provide a true Montana experience located in the heart of downtown Bigfork.
Astral - Astral is committed to sustainable business and products that last. With your support they will continue to build the cleanest, most beautiful and highest performing products you can buy…. And they promise to always put #NatureFirst.
The Cottages at Bigfork - Tucked along the Swan River, The Cottages at Bigfork offer a place where time slows and comfort comes easy. Once known as Bridge Street Cottages, this heirloom retreat has been a beloved stay for nearly two decades—welcoming travelers with warmth, charm, and a touch of nostalgia.
County Line Coffee - Drive thru coffee hut located in Ferndale, America
Eysian Institute - The new med spa located inside the Montana Athletic Club!
FASTSIGNS - FASTSIGNS® of Whitefish-Kalispell, MT creates impactful signs and graphics to help you increase your business visibility and tell your brand story.
Flathead Raft Company - Flathead Raft Company is your best source to nature and excitement in Western Montana. Accessing Flathead Lake and the Lower Flathead River we offer thrilling half day whitewater trips down the legendary Buffalo rapids.
Glacier Bank - Glacier Bank is pleased to offer a full range of financial products and services including Personal and Business Deposit Accounts, Retirement and Investment Products, Home Equity and Consumer Loans, Home Mortgages, and Business Loans. They proudly serve the Montana communities of Kalispell, Lakeside, Whitefish, Columbia Falls, Libby, Eureka, Bigfork, Polson, Pablo, Ronan, Butte, and Anaconda.
Glacier Getaway - Glacier Getaways provides Whitefish Property Management & Vacation Rentals. Offering long and short-term rental services in the Flathead Valley, Montana.
Jewel Basin Center - The Jewel is the perfect venue for any event, and also the home of Two Rivers Pickleball Club!
KAVU - KAVU is run by full-on fun fanatics seeking the next adventure. Their formula for living well is simple — build good times into everything you do.
Montana Athletic Club - MAC provides a healthy and relaxing environment, allowing each member to reach his or her personal best. They provide professionals to instruct and consult on personal fitness. State-of-the-art facilities and equipment, pool, tennis courts, innovative classes and programs to satisfy all levels of fitness.
Old Wood Signs - Since 1977, our team has been dedicated to creating unique wood and metal signs featuring original art and made in Bigfork, MT.
Pop A Squat Portables - Family-owned and operated business providing sanitation solutions in Northwest Montana.
Range Land & Cattle Co - Montana ranchers dedicated to bringing you the finest American Wagyu. Their steaks are made from renowned homegrown Wagyu, known for their exceptional marbling and raised without added hormones, antibiotics, or artificial ingredients.
Snow Otter Industries - The newest place to find the river gear you never knew you needed. Like the G.R.S - a large, durable, and washable garbage bag with a built in 1 way valve.
Split Rock Restaurant - The local spot you've been looking for. Family owned & operated. Check them out for burgers, steaks, pasta, salads, and cocktails!
Summit Beverage - Western Montana's premier beer and wine distributor with exceptional delivery and sales systems.
Sweet Protection - Award-winning helmets for biking, skiing, snowboarding and whitewater sports. Designed and developed in Trysil, Norway.
The UPS Store - With their mailbox services at The UPS Store located on 439 Grand Drive in Bigfork, you get package acceptance from all carriers, a real street address and email or text notification.
Wild River Adventures - Looking for family-friendly scenic and whitewater rafting trips in Glacier National Park? Wild River Adventures, located in West Glacier, Montana, has the best selection of standard and customized, whitewater, scenic and family rafting on the Flathead River.