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Bigfork Township, Population 311, encompasses 49 square miles, and epitomizes the term "Edge of the Wilderness" as it is close to the major amenities located in the City of Bigfork but still has the rural charm and lifestyle created in its setting of woods, water, wildlife, and wonderful experiences. Bergquist industries has a switch manufacturing plant in Bigfork Township that employs nearly 150 people. Bigfork Township is truly a great destination to visit, recreate in, or reside in.

Township Government: Board of Supervisors

Board of Supervisors: John VanNyhuis (Chairman), Dean Haley, Supervisor 743-6095 Mike Larson, Supervisor 743-3736

Clerk: Gail Johnson (Clerk) 743-3208, Kim Mann (Treasurer) 743-3396

Town Board Meetings: 2nd Wednesday of the month North Itasca Electric Office, Bigfork

Major Employers: Logging operations. Small businesses. Bergquist Switch Manufacturing

Churches: Catholic 743-3255 Presbyterian 743-3783 Lutheran 743-3368 Assembly of God 743-6316 Kingdom Hall 743-3275

Recreation: Bigfork Lions Club Gun Range, Scenic State Park, Access to 3 snowmobile trails, Wilderness Golf Course, recreation trails, outdoor pursuits-fishing, hunting, canoeing and more