The Flathead Valley Soaring Association (FVSA) took flight in 2024, building upon a legacy of paragliding and hang gliding that traces back to the late 1980s when hang gliders first took to the skies above the Flathead Valley. Our roots lie deep in the passion and dedication of those early aviators who explored the exhilarating freedom of flight amidst the breathtaking landscapes near Whitefish, Kalispell, Bigfork, and Columbia Falls.