Getout Winter 2014-2015

72 hours in Teton Valley Yellowstone

Gear Guide Winter horoscopes

How to start backcountry skiing

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Bike commuting HoRoSCopeS 2015

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Winter sports: A tradition in Teton Valley

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Winter Gear Guide

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Artisans call Teton Valley home

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So how do I do this backcountry thing?

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Great SnowFest 2.0

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Ice rink grows

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Cross Country Trails Map

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Teton Valley Map

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Winter Horoscope 2015

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Snowmachine Trail Map

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Used Winter Gear Guide

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An ode to my gloves

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A new way to see Yellowstone this winter

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As the snow falls, the vises come out

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8 natural tips on how to stay healthy all winter long

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Scott Stuntz moved to Teton Valley from Western Illinois where he was working at a small NPR station. Stuntz has worked at several small public radio stations and had the chance to cover the 2012 presidential campaign, during which he filed stories for NPR news. In between his time on the air he worked at a Hawaiian summer camp, a taekwondo studio and a bobsled track.

After college he spent some time in Salt Lake City, which prompted him to jump at the chance to work and live in the Tetons. He’s looking forward to his second full-season of skiing and, now, not being a public safety hazard up at the 'Ghee.

Stephen Henderson lived on the

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banks of Badger Creek nearly a decade ago, and he’s glad to be back in the valley.

A graduate of BYU-Idaho and Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism, he’s worked as a writer for Melaleuca and various online outlets, and was an assistant managing editor at Outside magazine.

He’s currently the managing editor for Adventure.com, where he’s constantly scheming his next adventure. If he’s not in the office, you can find him on the trail (dirt or powder) or the river (the bigger, the better), preferably with his wife and toddler.

Erinn Butulis Erinn is a certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and ski/snowboard instructor. She has worked in the health and wellness industry for 10 years, and has combined her background in experiential education with her passion of food, farming and gardening. In 2015 you will find Erinn volunteering with underprivileged communities teaching children and families how to cook healthy meals on low budgets, blogging at gf-blog.com, and working toward combining a Masters in Business Management with a Health Coach Certification.

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ike a lot of people, I moved to Teton Valley to spend a season skiing, and then ended up calling this place home. I had no idea what I was doing.

I had never heard of Driggs. I thought Idaho was all potatoes. I had been skiing about three times and knew only enough that I wanted to live somewhere with snow.

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I tackled the bunny hill with borrowed skis and rear entry boots.

I got better, but people ditched me on powder days. I yard saled.

I learned what yard saling meant. I was a gaper and I loved it.

If this is your first winter here, or maybe you're just looking to branch out into the backcountry take a look at “So how do I do this backcountry thing?” on page 8.

Eventually I made more friends. They helped line me out. I tried to keep up. I went skiing every free day or half day I had, oftentimes alone. I got stoked for three inches. It was kind of the perfect amount of snow to start learning what powder was all about. That was in 2006-07, which a lot of people complained was one of the lowest snow years on the books. It was the most snow I had ever seen in my life. I ate chips and salsa for most of my meals. Pipes froze, propane ran out, cars died and got stuck in the ditch. But it ranks as the best winter of my life.

After a few seasons I started feeling a little more confident. While fresh new powder skis are better than any Christmas, I know that during my years on borrowed gear I was having just as much fun as everyone else. For the skinny on the newest gear available in the valley, check out our Gear Guide on page 39. But know that used gear will get you to all the best powder stashes, too. We also included a kind of used gear guide this year and what to look for when buying blemished, on page 42.

This winter I won’t be getting out. An injury has me sidelined for the winter. But looking back at that first winter, adversity only added to the adventure. So I’m looking forward to the different experience. If you don’t ski, snowboard or snowmobile there’s plenty to keep you entertained. A revamped SnowFest will offer two weekends of spectator fun this year (see page 31).

Anyone who's ever showed up to a new place knows that nothing beats local knowledge. This publication aims to bring that your way.

But if you’re already a local we think there’s something in here for you as well. Like the history of winter recreation on page 28 or a feature on local artisans that call the valley home, page 20.

Enjoy this issue of Get Out! I hope you’ll use it to discover something new or inspire you to try something outside of your comfort zone. Here’s to winter!

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etting started backcountry skiing can be intimidating. The gear can seem complicated and expensive, avalanches and snow conditions can be downright scary and who the heck do you go with anyway?

Here are some thoughts from local experts on these basic – but big – questions.

Is it safe?

Lynne Wolfe is editor of The Avalanche Review, published by the American Avalanche Association, which evaluates avalanche-related accidents and their causes.

She said any winter activity carries some chance of injury, even going for a short cross-country ski in Teton Canyon. She said the actual question is not whether skiing in the backcountry is dangerous.

“The real question is how much risk do you want to take on?” Wolfe asked.

For those who have no skills in evaluating snow conditions or terrain, she said they need to rely on someone who does.

“The easiest response is hire a guide,” she said, explaining that the less you pay, the more risk you take on, meaning that a paid guide has more responsibility than a skilled friend willing to show you the slopes.

Taking proper precautions is obviously vital, but Wolfe said there are more important factors to ensure a safe trip than just bringing a beacon, probe and shovel.

“They’re not much use if you don’t have that thing between your ears,” Wolfe said.

As the terrain you want to ski becomes steeper and more remote, she said the amount of homework that is required goes up. That extends not to just being able to read different types of snow, but making sure that you have enough food to replace the large amount of calories you’re burning and making sure the road conditions on the way to the mountain are safe.

“The more serious environment you want to be in, the more serious you have to take it,” she said.

Safety starts at home with deciding what gear is needed, including what layers of clothing to

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wear based on the weather, and looking at the best available avalanche reports. A second check in the car or parking lot makes sure that the decisions you made at home were right, including if the snow is what the group was expecting and if all members packed the right gear.

Wolfe recommends keeping a packed "gaper bag" with extra gear in your vehicle, so if you realize you forgot batteries or sunglasses, you have extras available.

Even with the best preparation, she said common sense and the ability to turn around and call off a trip are some of the most important skills to have.

Wolfe said, "If your internal crap detector says ‘What am I doing here?’ then listen to it."

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The more serious environment you want to be in, the more serious you have to take it.

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Rinaldi said with all the used gear in the valley, it is possible to put together your setup over time and for a reasonable amount of money.

He cautioned that a good deal of knowledge is needed to pick out the hidden gems at ski swaps.

“I got my whole setup for $300 but it ends up not cutting it,” he has heard.

The main thing for novice backcountry skier looking to gear up is to ask the right questions.

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Yostmark guide A.J. Linnell skinning with a friend. (Right page): Dan Powers making lines between some Italian peaks.

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Is it expensive?

Rich Rinaldi is the owner of Yostmark Mountain Equipment, which specializes in telemark and backcountry ski equipment. He said the gear can be expensive but there are options for almost anyone who wants to get into the backcountry.

runs at Targhee.

For those who only want to get a few backcountry powder runs a year, renting is a good option. And skiers looking to buy have dozens of options, with more and more being added every year.

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“The first question you ask them is, 'With the equipment you want to buy, do you plan on using it in the backcountry, or the ski area and the back country?" ' Rinaldi said.

inaldi said not all backcountry runs are created equal. What works for hiking Glory Bowl is not what you would want to take up Taylor Mountain or use to ski in the park.

He explained there are setups that are light enough to go uphill but beefy enough to handle

He asks customers, “What would be your perfect day in the valley?”

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“What we pride ourselves on and focus on is walking people through the process of becoming a backcountry skier,” he said. “It has a lot more to do with dialogue than giving over your credit card,” he said.

Resources Advice from experts is a great starting point for people who want to start getting out into the backcountry but advice is only a supplement to your own knowledge and experience. Here are links to help you get started building that outdoor wisdom.

• The Avalanche Review – Published by the American Avalanche Association http://www. americanavalancheassociation.org/publications. php • The Bridger Teton Avalanche Center http:// www.jhavalanche.org/index.php • Online tutorials from the Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center http://www.mtavalanche.com/education/tutorials • Yostmark Mountain Equipment – Ski guiding services, avalanche 1 courses, and backcountry 101 classes http://www.yostmark.com/

How do I find people to go with?

The following is a letter from Yostmark backcountry ski guide AJ Linnell on how to find a group of people for fun and safe backcountry skiing.

how do you find such dreamy people?

This is a tough one: it can feel like trying to find players for your elementary school badminton team, or trying to get a position on an NCAA Division 1 soccer team as a walk-on.

• You might try hanging around the gear shop until you strike up a friendship with the employees, or the other regulars. Just make sure to buy something periodically, and consider bringing the ski techs beer when they’re fixing up your boards – that goes a long way.

One problem is that many backcountry skiers already have their crew of reliable partners. Another is that we’re looking for partners with a particular skill set, and we have high expectations. (We’re relying on their skills and judgment in a high-risk environment, after all.)

• We want backcountry ski partners to be fit and motivated enough to break trail uphill, but mellow enough that they don’t leave us behind.

• We want them to be ripping powder skiers, but also willing to let us take first tracks occasionally.

• We want them to have the skills and experience to recognize and assess hazards, whether avalanche or breakable-crust-over-limestone, and the communication skills to have a thoughtful discussion about avoiding/managing the hazard.

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• If you’re truly new to the backcountry, consider hiring a guide for a day or two to teach you the basics and show you some terrain.

• The backcountry ski film festival tends to bring out a fun audience of passionate skiers, so if you strike up a conversation with the right people you just might find the partners that you’re seeking.

• Alternatively, you could stand at a trailhead with a cardboard sign reading “Ski Partners Wanted.”

No, don’t do that.

• Honestly, the most sure-fire method I know of for finding quality backcountry ski partners is to take an avalanche course. You will get to spend a few days touring with a dozen or so other backcountry enthusiasts – a captive audience for your partner-seeking efforts. You’ll know exactly the education they’ve received and their attitudes toward risk, and after a few backcountry days on the course you’ll have a good feel for who you jive with.”

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It’s hard to go wrong in Teton Valley.

With a small-town vibe that’s best described as “Wydaho,” this border basin, resting between the Teton range to the east and the Big Hole Mountains to the west, is part pioneer ingenuity, part small-business hub.

At least four ski-related companies now call the valley home for obvious reasons: Grand Targhee resort’s 500 inches of annual powder are just a short drive up the hill, and Jackson just over the pass.

While world-class fishing, mountain biking, hiking and even hot-airballooning abound in summer, winter welcomes a breed of die-hard skiers, boarders, and a fair amount of sledders thrown in. Welcome to Teton Valley, where the white stuff is deep and dry, the provisions are plentiful and winter never gets old.

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F r i d ay 1. Try the Thai 1 p.m.

Mountain-town asian food may be a cliché, but locals can’t get enough of this tasty joint. You’ll find Teton Thai inside the Colter building on Driggs’ main strip, next to the Habitat board shop. Curry lovers will enjoy the Fried Duck, and try their popular appetizer, the Thai Street Ribs. No need to call ahead, but take out is just as tasty as the sit-down experience. 208-787-8424

2. World’s First 3 p.m.

Take an imaginary ride on a dogsled or sit inside a drift boat inside the new Teton Geotourism Center. Driggs is home to the world’s first center of its kind, situated inside the city building just south of the traffic light. You’ll learn everything from the history of the region, to the area’s abundance of things to do anytime of year. If you’re coming back in the summer, check out

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3. Cross-Country in the Canyon 5 p.m.

Teton Canyon is the gateway to much of the interior of the Tetons, but you don’t have to go too far to have fun in the winter. Head east up Ski Hill Rd. in Driggs until the Teton Canyon turn, where you can pull off and cross-country ski one of the most picturesque courses in the world. Head to Yostmark Mountain Equipment or Peaked Sports for ski and boot rentals.

4. Food and drink 6 p.m.

Most locals head to the Royal Wolf for après just about anything, or for a pre-dinner drink. Choose from eight microbrews or sample from a number of

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72 hours continued from page 13 great bar plates, like their famous PB&J: fried pork belly, jicama, jalapenos and cilantro sauce, wrapped in a fresh pita.

5. Victor at night 9 p.m.

Head to the Knotty Pine Supper Club in Victor to catch local and visiting musicians and DJs, like Leftover Salmon on Feb. 6 & 7, Mandatory Air or Galactic on Feb. 24. New Year’s will feature Lyrics Born.

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6. Hostel-style John and Nancy Nielson run the Pines Motel Guest Haus in downtown Driggs. The motel, which was originally a two-story log home, now boasts 10 rooms, a year-round outdoor Jacuzzi and a grilling and fire pit area. Rooms are $65 a night for double occupancy. The two-bed suite (for up to 8-10 people) goes for a mere $110. 208-354-2774

S a t u r d ay 7. Ski the ‘Ghee It’s not the steepest or the tallest hill in the west, but Grand Targhee, with its 2,000 in-bounds acres, usually gets more snow—and more consistent powder—than its now famous neighbor to the southeast, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. First Tracks at the ‘Ghee can’t be beat, so head uphill before the lifts turn on at 9 a.m. and head for any number of gladed or open runs.

A local favorite is to scream down Crazy Horse, get air off of The Good, The Bad or The Ugly, or head for steep powder through Lightning Trees. We’ll stop there, lest the locals have a fit. Full-day adult passes $73

8. Lunch near the lift Resort-side, check out the Trap Bar, try the beloved Wydaho Nachos ($14): Jack cheese, jalapeños, olives, tomatoes, black beans, green onions, sour cream, guacamole and the famous Targhee home-made salsa, piled on top of hand-cut waffle fries. Beer, wine and hot drinks abound, too, as do specials like “Trap Wing Night,” 3-6 every Monday. 10 wings for $5.

9. Relax 6 p.m.

While the area is full of hot springs, most are either off the grid or well-kept secrets. Find Green Canyon Hot Springs (well worth the 30-minute drive from Driggs) by heading north from Driggs, passing through Tetonia, and keep on Highway 33 as you head north from Tetonia. From Tetonia, it’s 16 miles to a left-hand turn onto North Canyon Creek Road. Head up the canyon four miles to the indoor heated pool and shallow outdoor—nearly scalding—spring-fed pool. The brave can take a dunk in the cold bath, kept just degrees above freezing. Open Fri 6-9 p.m., and Saturday from noon to 9 p.m. $6 single entry. greencanyonhotspring.com.

For a more refined experience, head to Teton Springs Lodge and Spa in Victor. Spa treatments, massages and facials, and the list goes on. tetonspringslodge.com

10. Rustic comfort Try Teton Valley Cabins for their cozy duplex cabins situated just a mile east of downtown Driggs and 11 miles from Grand Targhee. All cabins offer satellite TV and free Wi-Fi, and deluxe cabins offer full kitchenettes and cooking ware. Plus, hop over to the oversized jacuzzi or picnic area. From $69 a night. tetonvalleycabins.com

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13. Get your wildlife fill 2 p.m.

Take a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the National Elk Refuge just Head over Teton Pass for breakfast at north of Jackson and get up close and The Granary at Spring Creek Ranch. personal with these beautiful creaAs you near the town of Jackson, tures. The plain has been the natural make a hard left onto Spring wintering ground for the Gulch Road, and head three greater Yellowstone ecomiles, turning onto system’s elk since before Spring Creek Ranch the area was discovered Road on the way. Try in the 1800s. Across the Trout and Eggs the street, you’ll find or the Buttermilk the National Museum Chocolate Chip of Wildlife Art, a Pancakes, all with a hidden gem on the spectacular view of road to Grand Teton y e l l the Tetons. springNational Park. Explore on Va creekranch.com in Te t long-term and traveling exhibits, from sculpture to 12. Walk the square painting, plus walk the path Noon outside the museum, which overRetrace your steps to Jackson, and enlooks the valley. wildlifeart.org joy a stroll through upscale art shops or chintzy souvenir stores on the 14. Dish it up 6 p.m. elk-antler-lined square. Come away A return over the pass to the Idaho impressed from the Mangelsen Images side runs you smack into downtown of Nature Gallery on North Cache St., Victor, where foodies from around or stop in for a sit on a saddle stool at the area are satisfied. Those who love the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar. Food options should try Scratch at 185 W options are plentiful. Try Lotus Cafe Center St, where, you guessed it, it’s on Glenwood, or Rendezvous Bistro on all fresh. Everything from burgers to West Broadway.

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72 hours continued from page 15 Mexican and even some country southern cooking thrown in. Or, try Spoons at 32 W. Birch, for their Idaho Rainbow Trout or Bistro Filet Medallions.

If you haven’t gotten your winter fill in Teton Valley yet, there’s still lots to do.

15. Recharge 9 p.m.

Head to The Fin and Feather Inn in Victor for a bed-and-breakfast experience starting at $125 a night. Includes free Wi-Fi and a gourmet breakfast, and views of the Grand Teton, of course. finandfeatherin.com

• Head back to Targhee to explore new runs • Or head to the Kotler Ice Arena in Victor and check out a pee-wee hockey game or skate to live music on the weekends.

M o n d ay 16. Fuel up 9 a.m.

In Driggs, a solid brunch can be found at Provisions (breakfast ends at 11 a.m.) Big Hole Bagel & Bistro (their rosemary potatoes are divine), or O’Rourke’s (classic American breakfast).

• Cross-country skiing for everyone, with groomed courses in Alta, Wyoming, Teton Canyon, Teton Springs Resort, Pioneer Park in Driggs, and the Driggs City Track behind the high school.

• If you’re looking for a rustic western experience, try the Sleigh ride and dinner package at Linn Canyon Ranch at 1300 E, 6000 S. Tour the east side of the valley, and get treated with a home-cooked meal.

Make sure to call at least 24 hours in advance. 208.787.5466, linncanyonranch.com

Top: A Snowboarder at Grand Targhee.

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Skaters battle for the puck behind the net during a pickup game of hockey at the Kotler Ice Rink.

Located in Victor’s Pioneer Park, the Kotler Ice Arena will be going full-swing this winter season, hosting peewee and adult hockey games, as well as open skating with live music.

Teton Valley Foundation's Executive Director, Erica Linnell, is excited for the valley’s hockey and skating season to start. Open skate sessions on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, will feature music and live bands throughout the winter.

“The goal is that we have a great experience for the people who come here,” Linnell said.

“We’re improving coaching and regulations.

We want to get people excited about recreation.”

Sven Taow, who manages the Kotler rink, said last year was the busiest season so far, and that this season will see improvements in coaching and programming.

“We’ve got a really good head coach,” Taow said. “He’ll be reviewing other coaches and giving feedback.”

Taow hopes parents will take advantage of the hockey program and won’t be afraid if

their kids have never played before.

“It’s less intimidating to get your kids into football,” he said. “Parents kind of know what it takes. It would be so awesome if we had 150 youth skaters from Teton Valley and we were able to put together travel [hockey] teams that could compete with Idaho Falls or other teams in the area.”

This spring, thanks to grants from private donors and groups including the HW Morris Foundation, the Teton Springs Foundation and the CHC Foundation, the rink will get a new locker room. The TVF now has $72,000 in grant money for the improvements. While they had hoped to put in the new structure this fall, Linnell said the construction would have cut into the already compressed hockey season.

“We just grew really fast,” she said. “Now we’re looking at the next need for the community.”

Don’t miss Friday Night Ice live music events.

There are skate rentals, a pro-shop, concessions and a small changing space. For private functions or parties, you can rent the rink.

To learn more and see a full ice schedule visit tetonvalleyfoundation.org/kotlericearena

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THE BLACKSMITH

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nside a squat building on Depot Street in Driggs, Alexandra Paliwoda pulled a bright hot bar of steel out of her forge and placed it on her power hammer. Over and over, the 2,000-pound device raised and lowered its hammer head on the steel, lengthening it. In moments, Paliwoda removed the bar, hammered by hand into one half of a heart. Soon, the heart was complete, one of thousands she’s made, attached to horseshoes and sold as trivets.

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Silversmith Jack Walker holds a batch of bracelets ready to ship.

Alexandra Paliwoda bends a piece of steel inside her Driggs smithy.

Paliwoda is one of a handful of Teton Valley residents who’s mak- she’s upped the quantity of products she can produce. ing a living at a skilled trade. She’s been working with metal for “I’m still learning a lot,” she said. “It’s always changing. Anytime 14 years. Online retailers have sold thousands of trivets she has I have a new idea I have to learn how to make it.” hammered out for $50 each. Before she bought the power hammer, Paliwoda had to lengthen or “draw” out the steel piece by piece. Paliwoda, who began her smithing at Montana State University’s horseshoeing school, has learned to forge everything from “I went to my masseuse and she said my back was actually mis- knives and belt buckles, to bright steel serving platters and aligned,” Paliwoda said. But that was before last year’s purchase. paper towel holders. Once, as she buffed a paper towel holder on Now, with the help of her boyfriend and the powerful hammer,

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her bench grinder—one of the last steps of her process—the machine caught the steel, throwing it into her face.

“It broke my nose,” she said.

Now, Paliwoda’s boyfriend, Christo Johnson, said, a full face mask is requisite gear for working at the grinder.

Roughly ninety-percent of Paliwoda’s business goes to online retailing. Some of the remaining business goes to local clients, as well as galleries nationwide.

But galleries, she said, don’t really pay.

A recently finished heart.

“You get a check for $30 every couple of months,” she said. “As an artist, it’s really hard to create beautiful art and sell it.”

Every so often, Paliwoda sends a pallet of 500 trivets to the online marketplace UncommonGoods, with whom she has an ongoing, exclusive contract for the product. Though the process can be monotonous during the busy times—usually late fall and early in the year, to prepare for Christmas and Valentine’s day—Paliwoda and Johnson manage to escape the

Paliwoda hammers a piece of steel at her anvil.

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heat of the forge for a trip abroad or a float down a river. Last fall, they prepared to take off for a few days on a rafting trip.

Though they’re always planning their next trip, Johnson said they spend lots of money locally, buying recycled steel from Pacific Steel and Recycling. And Johnson is proud of what Paliwoda has accomplished.

“The economy has been kind of down,” he said, “and she’s created two jobs.”

THE SILVERSMITH

When Jack Walker began making silver jewelry in his shop in Santa Fe, New Mexico, he had no idea he was creating goods that the rich and famous would someday buy by the box.

Now Walker, a resident of Teton Valley for nine years, has an ongoing partnership with Ralph Lauren as a contracted silversmith. He’s pretty sure he’s the only one.

“They sell my stuff in Tokyo, Paris, New York, Aspen,” Walker said. “They’re really popular in Asia.”

Kid Rock sports Walker’s signature antique-style leather wristband, as does Bruce Springsteen. It was Springsteen, Walker was told, who walked into a Polo store and bought an entire basket of the bracelets to give to friends. Those bracelets, Walker said, retail for anywhere from $350 to $800. Though Walker knows the retailer will mark up and sell his product for hundreds more than they bought it, he’s carved out a living and a life out of his Victor shop.

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A finished piece of silver inside Walker's shop.

Tools in their places inside silversmith Jack Walker's shop in Victor.

Finished platters and buckles on the shelf inside Paliwoda's office.

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“I ski 100 days a year,” Walker said.

“And I don’t miss a powder day; I don’t care what kind of fashion emergency you’re having.”

When the leather in Walker’s wristbands wears out, customers can return the product to him for a free replacement. Now, he’s got a box full of worn out leather.

After he pours his liquid silver into a small mold and cools it in a bucket of water, Walker takes it to his anvil, where he hammers it into a flat sheet.

He’ll turn it into a small decorative piece to add to an accessory, but not before he hammers in his signature, a mark he calls the “Moon over Mountains.”

He looks out his window to the Big Hole mountains where, he says, winter storms roll in fast and strong. When the mountains outside his window change each season, the tiny mountains in his signature change, too.

“In the winter,” he said, “I put cornices on them.”

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ne of the great things about summer isn’t just what you can do on the weekends, not just the escape from everyday routines, but also the little things.

For instance, not having to hop in your car in the morning and being able to ride your bike.

When winter comes that pleasure of getting a little exercise, not to mention the satisfaction of saving money on gas, has to go away. Or does it?

Peter Boogaard works in downtown Driggs as a branch manager at KeyBank.

“I think I ‘ve driven to work maybe three times,” said Boogaard, who moved to the valley a few years ago.

Teton Valley is a pretty laidback place, but working as a bank manager requires Boogaard to dress-up at least a little bit.

He said that is still doable even when riding his bike through slush and snow. He actually rides two different bikes when he commutes in the winter and each has their advantages.

Boogaard’s Surly Pugsley’s 3.5-inch tires allow him to float over rutted, hard-packed snow that would throw a narrow tire back and forth. The other bike he owns actually does have narrow tires, but there is one advantage it has over his fat bike. A set of studded snow tires runs about $70 per tire for his touring bike and over $200 a piece for his Surly.

Troy Olsen at Habitat High Altitude Provisions said fat bikes are great commuters but that doesn’t mean they’re one-trick ponies.

With 200 miles of groomed winter trails that fat bikes can ride, they are a great time. Also, especially with advances in fat bike design, they are stable, faster and fun, meaning they can be taken on summer single track for a great time.

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If a fat bike is out of your price range, Olson said your everyday bike will do just fine.

“There are ways to make it very affordable,” he said. “It’s not a huge investment, but there’s a few little things to do to be safer.”

That includes front and rear lights, and studded snow tires.

Conor Clarke is one of those who didn’t buy tons of special gear or a fatbike to commute. He moved to the valley last October, without a car. Clarke bought 99 Chevy Blazer this summer; he rode his bike to work all winter. He borrowed a friend’s standard mountain bike for much of the winter and bought his own single-speed mountain bike near the end of ski season.

Clarke didn’t buy any specific gear but there is one piece he would recommend.

“The key is definitely having at least a rear fender on your bike,” Clarke said.

“Or having a dedicated s---ty ski jacket.”

Get Out! Photo/Scott Stuntz

Peter Boogaard at his office in Key Bank.

Bike commuting basics Stay clean

If you come to work covered in slush, chances are people will notice and it's not much fun to be dirty and soggy all day.

That means keeping slush, mud or whatever else is on the roadway from flying up and sticking to you. Many bikes have the holes required to mount front and rear fenders. If not, there are rear fenders designed to clamp to your seat post. Also there are saddle packs that attach in much the same way, that not only block road gunk from coating your pack, but allow you to pack some extra clothes as well.

Stay dry

Speaking of extra clothes, you can always swap out your commuting clothes for a clean and dry set once you get to work. If you don’t want to bring an extra set, there are biking specific clothes that are designed to look like everyday clothes but are water resistant and easy to wipe down. Moisture doesn’t just come from outside either. Make sure not to over layer and get sweaty. Bundling up too much can make you sweat even on cold days.

Stay

It’s hard to stay clean and dry, not to mention safe, if you land facedown in the street. It should go without (don’t crash) saying that you should still wear a helmet in winter. Yeah snow is soft, but ice and asphalt aren’t.

upright

Yes, not crashing in the winter is a function of how your bike is set-up, but also of how you ride.

Slamming on the brakes and sharp turns are all well and good in July. January… not so much.

So feather the brakes, ease up on the speed and don’t’ try to do any foot-dropping, downhill style turns.

Finally, think of where the rubber meets the road, not metaphorically, but literally. Fat bikes have a ton of traction thanks to their wide tires and super-low tire pressures, sometimes below 10 pounds per square inch. However you don’t need four-inch tires to have enough traction to get to work. There are knobby tires that will fit touring, hybrid and some road bikes that offer more traction. And for those days where the road is one big glare of ice, studded tires are the only way to go to keep your bike underneath you, and not the other way round.

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here winter can last from November to April, winter sports are not just a distraction. They can keep people sane. And winter sports have been a part of Teton Valley’s history from the start.

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Much of the history involves skiing.

While lots of kids grew up skiing down hills in their backyards, the first real ski hill in the valley was located on public land about a mile south of Victor. Built with $5,000 in Works Progress Administration (WPA) funds in the mid-1930s, the Victor Ski Slide catered to locals and to visitors on special snow trains that would bring skiers from as far as Pocatello. When World War II took away the area’s core group of avid skiers, the ski hill’s popularity shrunk and eventually died, but another ski hill soon took its place. The Moose Creek Ski Hill Winter Sports continued on page 30

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Duane Eck raced from 1967 -1988. In 1969 Eck set the world speed record in West Yellowstone on a SkiDoo Double Eagle. He then became a factory racer for SkiDoo. Eck was innovative and expressed his design talent to SkiD oo improvements to the mach and they adopted his ines. Later, Eck raced for Polaris, then Arctic Cat. Eck was inducted into the Snowmobile Hall of Fame in January of 1990 at 55 years old.

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opened the winter of 1956-57, again giving valley residents a place to play and race.

The price was right: 50 cents for kids, 75 cents for high school students and $1 for adults. Hundreds of valley residents again caught the ski bug, leading eventually to the December 1969 opening of Grand Targhee Resort in Alta, Wyo. How that resort developed is well depicted in the museum display.

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A group of Victor High School students pose during a skiing party in the 1930s.

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kiing wasn’t the only sport that occupied the days of winter. Cutter racing and winter carnivals were major community events in the valley, as were winter white fish seining operations on the Teton River, which drew anglers.

Valley residents such as Duane Eck figured highly in the sport of snowmobiling from its beginnings. Eck raced for years, setting the world speed record in 1969. He was inducted into the sport’s Hall of Fame.

There was a time in the valley when any true angler either had a snow plane or knew someone who had one so they could fish on Jackson Lake through the ice for big lake trout. See a couple of big fish mounted on display at the museum.

Just like today’s extreme athletes, winter sports enthusiasts through history have been risktakers. Anyone who rode a sleigh or a pair of skis down Teton Pass can attest to the risk, as can anyone who was ever pulled on skis or a metal car hood behind a car or a horse. Skijoring continues today with real horse power.

This winter take a break from your favorite outdoor sport for an hour or two at the Teton Valley Museum to check out some history. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each Tuesday through the long winter.

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Dean Beesley in front of Hotel (about 1934).

A boy and his mother.

Great SnowFest 2.0 Get Out! Staff

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celebration of winter, this year’s Teton Valley Great SnowFest will now span two weekends from Jan. 23 - Feb 1, 2015. This diverse and vibrant festival offers the perfect opportunity for visitors and residents to enjoy Teton Valley’s dynamic snow-based recreation and activities.

The Great SnowFest showcases Teton Valley’s most valuable winter assets: snow and the incredible community we live in. Event showstoppers include the Snow Sculpting Exhibition, Skijoring Competitions, Sno-X Races, a Backcountry Film Festival and more.

In the past, events have been spread throughout the valley, but a majority of events will move to downtown Driggs in SnowFest continued on page 35 A snow sculpture showcased in downtown Driggs during SnowFest.

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trails

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• With the exception of Teton Canyon Road, which runs about four miles from the parking area and is shared by cross-country skiers, snowmobilers will find groomed trails on the west side of the valley in the Big Hole Mountains.

• Besides taking the usual precautions of dressing in layers, being prepared for any kind of weather including storms and extreme cold, Wride warns snowmobilers that “they have to know where they’re at.”

• “Stay out of the east range,” advises Stuart Wride, visitor information specialist for the Teton Basin Ranger District. “You can end up in the wilderness before you know it.”

• It doesn’t help to carry a GPS system unless you know it well. Read the users’ manual thoroughly and become familiar with its operation. A wrong turn in the wrong place could

spell tragedy.

• As with any battery-operated device such as cameras, keep adequate spare batteries for the device and keep them warm, near your body.

• Snowmobiles are prohibited in wilderness areas.

• For more information visit parksandrecreation.idaho.gov Compiled by Ken Levy/Special to Get Out!

Get Out! Photo/Rachael Horne

A racer hits a jump during SnowCross snowmobile race in Victor hosted by Skyliner's Motor Club.

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order to create a central and celebratory vibe. By being in the heart of town, people can enjoy a meal at a local restaurant or go shopping, then simply walk down the street to participate in the fun. It’s also an easy shuttle ride for skiers staying at Grand Targhee Resort. Some of the events moving to downtown Driggs include the skijoring competition, the Sno-X races, a Nordic skate-ski relay, a dog-joring fun race, a snow bike criterium and more.

In one weekend you could catch the Pedigree Stagestop Sled Dog Race in the morning, watch a Snow-Plane Rally at lunch, vote for a snow-sculpture with your kids in the afternoon, and attend a “Cowboys, Sledheads, and Skibums” party that night.

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eton Valley is ringed by dramatic ski runs, from Grand Targhee Resort’s 2,270 feet of vertical and popular backcountry trails off Teton Pass, to mostly untouched drops in the Big Hole Range. Luckily, between shops resortside and in the valley, locals and visitors have access to the best gear on the market.

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Patagonia Nano-Air Hoody

The Nano-Air is selling out, in a good way. It’s cozy and waterrepellent, maybe the best option for layering beneath a hard or softshell. With a 100-percent ripstop nylon shell and 100-percent polyester insulation, the nano air is warm down to the 30’s, yet breathable. $300

Marmot Rubicon Jacket

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With two-layer waterproof nylon and a layer of insulation, the Rubicon is bombproof for tree-runs and playing in the park. Pit zips and a helmet-compatible hood round out the vintage design. $285

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For backcountry ski and true alpine gear, head to Yostmark Mountain Equipment in downtown Driggs. This fall they moved a little closer to the action—find them at the corner of Ski Hill Road and First Ave. Peaked Sports, just east of Main Street in Driggs, offers a bit of everything for the winter adventurer: downhill and backcountry setups, snowboard gear and even fat bikes. Stop in for a custom boot molding or ski tune.

If you’re looking for serious splitboards or traditional shred sticks, visit Habitat High Altitude Provisions. Take a load off in their theater-cushion boot-testing stage, and take in a classic ski or board movie.

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Lib Tech Wingman Split HP Nice and light

for climbing, yet solid on the way down, the Wingman is a blend of rocker—and slick edge serrations—for great edge hold, and camber and floating prowess. $969

Marmot Rosco Bib

Bibs are in, especially in the Tetons. Float through Targhee’s waist-deep powder without worrying about getting soaked, plus open the vents in the nylon membrane to cool off as you skin uphill. $275

Karakoram Prime SL Bindings Keep things light with an air-flow highback, durable with titanium pins, and nimble with stance angles between 30 and -30 degrees. $780

Electric Mashman Helmet Play it safe

with the Mashman’s multi-impact EPP liner, and low-profile, gogglecompatible design.

Plus, the chinstrap is the easiest to use on the market, even when you’re wearing burly gloves. $150

OR Women’s Aria Hoody

OR Lucent Gloves With shred-re-

sistant goat leather palms, GORE-TEX inserts and enduraloft insulation, the Lucent is a hard-charging glove even unplugged. But charge the battery packs, and they’ll keep your digits extra toasty all day long. $350

Scarpa F1 Evo Scarpa’s Evo is an incred-

ibly light (4.8 lbs/ pair) touring boot with a hands-free switch between walk and tour modes. Plus, with a boa closure system and a heat moldable liner, the Evo is easy to strap on and head for the hill. $700

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Voile V6 Based on the

popular V8, the V6 features a narrower waist for increased maneuverability across the mountain. A wide tip and tapered tail keep things fresh, and traditional camber underfoot offers great edge hold.

Also known as the “oneski-quiver.” $650

The Aria’s 650-fill down insulation is light, compressible and warm. Includes a stuff sack, zippered pocket inside and side packets to warm your hands. Layer it under a shell on extra cold days, or rock it all by itself.

Climb, skin and ski in these durable, water-and-wind-resistant double-weaves. Articulated knees offer free range of motion, plus, keep goodies close with zippered side pockets. $150

Flylow OG Pom Hat

Keep your noggin warm and in style. ‘Nuff said.

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Rossignol Experience 100 Rossi com-

bined their Air Tip technology—honeycomb tip and tails for low swing weight—with a rounded tip and extended sidecut for all-mountain versatility. 140, 100, 130 at 166 cm. $750

Gregory Targhee backcountry pack The aptly-

Fischer Ranger Pro 13 Vacuum Vacuum

fit technology, ultralon padding, soft heel and toe plates make this boot comfy as ever and designed to handle screaming downhill speeds.

named pack features multiple carry options for skis or a board, hydration and crampon sleeves, and full-length back panel access for keeping your back and straps dry when you’re shuffling gear in the snow. $179

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used Winter

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kiing is expensive.

Shocking, right? Anyone who has lived in Teton Valley knows a good, new setup is expensive, and before those skis are worn out, a shinier, maybe fatter pair starts calling your name. For people who can’t plunk down $700 to $1000 for a new board or set of skis, buying used is a good option, but how do you know the gear your getting is actually worth the price?

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When buying used boots, make sure that they are in good shape but also that they are right for you. If you are a hard charger don't buy a two-buckle recreation oriented boot.

A good pair of skis needs a solid set of boots to reach their full potential. Front of the house manager and master boot-fitter at Peaked Sports Tricia Hoesel said there are many different factors to consider to make sure a boot is right for you, but there are few general things to look at right off the bat.

First, she said, is to inspect the plates on the bottom of the ski where the binding and the boot actually connect to each other.

She said if the plate is almost flush with the screws holding them on, or the screw is actually exposed and being worn down, its probably not a good idea to buy that boot.

“Generally, in our rental fleet when we throw out a boot, that’s what we look at,” she said.

Those plates are replaceable, but with so many different ski boots on the market in some cases it is almost impossible to find new replacement plates.

Hoesel said to try to notice any bolts or rivets that look out of place. These can indicate do-it-yourself repairs by the previous owner that may not hold for very long after you buy the boots. In general Hoesel said it's best to avoid boots if they are more than around eight years old. After a while plastic becomes brittle and can crack, sometimes spectacularly.

“I’ve heard stories of ‘my boot just exploded on the hill, my boot was still in the binding, but my foot wasn’t,’” she said.

Manager of Habitat High Altitude Provisions Mitch Prissel said it’s pretty common for the shop’s techs to deal with issues on second hand gear. While the shop doesn’t sell used skis and snowboards, they’ll often get asked to look at a setup someone bought on the cheap.

He said snowboards don’t tend to have many hidden

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Above: On used skis make sure the bindings are not so old that no ski shop will work on them. If buying a ski without bindings, make sure there is room for new holes to be drilled.

Right: One of the first things to check on used boots are the plates on the front and back. These provide traction and are the pieces that actually clamp into the binding.

Think twice if they are worn out.

issues. If the board has a problem its pretty obvious, such as a p-tex delamination. That’s when the layers that make up the board begin to separate from each other.

Skis, Prissel said, are another story.

“Compared to skis, it all comes down to the binding,” he said.

There have been times when people come to the bench in the back of Habitat with a pair of skis they got for a screaming deal and want a tune up.

Owner of Yostmark Mountain Equipment Rich Rinaldi said with Nordic and alpine touring skis one of the most common problems is customers buying skis and bindings that don’t fit together. Rinaldi recalled a customer whose skate skis, were not working with her skate bindings. He said the problem was that the pair was actually touring skis, not skate skis.

Rinaldi said aside from mechanical problems, he often sees people not getting the gear that is appropriate for them.

Prissel said often they have to tell them “Your bindings are too old, I can’t even work on them.”

“I see some people who spend $200 bucks on something, when they could have spent fifty dollars extra and got what they need,” he said.

There is a list put out by the ski industry of which bindings are still “indemnified” by the manufacturers.

If one of these bindings fails, the binding company – not the shop – is legally liable. Once that protection expires, ski shops won’t touch that binding model.

Rinaldi recommends people rent gear first and go skiing with some friends whose opinion they trust. That way, skiers can find what setup is right for them instead of chasing what is cheapest.

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Ski film pioneer goes back to radio roots Scott Stuntz Get Out! Staff

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ooking for a new soundtrack to fuel your powder days this winter or some entertainment while driving to the ski hill? Try tuning into "Radio Free Stumpy," which airs live Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. MST and in podcast form at peak3radio.com.

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Greg Stump working on his film, "Legend of Aahhh's", at the Blizzard Cinema Works studio in Victor, Idaho.

It ain’t Idaho and it ain’t Wyoming.

Greg Stump on his Radio show Victor resident and ski film pioneer Greg Stump, who was behind the iconic “Blizzard of AAhhhh’s,” has recently retuned to his radio roots.

The shows are recorded live from his studio in Wydaho.

“It ain’t Idaho and it ain’t Wyoming,” he says on the show, where he mixes music with interviews exploring the ski industry and even recently, digitized comedy bits from Saturday Night Live.

Stump worked in radio for a decade, something he says helped his film career.

“You could take away the pictures and they’d still work as entertainment, cause they’re so musicdriven," he said.

Stump was actually fired from his last radio job for repeatedly “breaking format.” At that time commercial radio was changing dramatically.

Companies like Clear Channel were able to expand across the country, gobbling up small local stations thanks to the de-regulation of the radio industry in the late 1980s.

By the time he left commercial radio, Stump said, DJs no longer had the freedom to program their shows but had to pull music from a pre-approved corporate playlist and read from scripts.

He said listeners are hungry for quality music broadcasts again.

“It feels exactly like it did when I

started making ski movies,” he said.

In the early 90s Stump attended a seminar at a National Association of Broadcasters Conference in Las Vegas about the Internet. The big impediment back then, and for many years after, was that there was no way to get internet radio into peoples’ cars. But now, with millions of people carrying smartphones, you can.

Even though his movies are musicdriven, there are some things he couldn’t do because of legal reasons.

“I could never mix in a Led Zep track into a ski movie,” he said.

Now he can, and he said he intends to use that freedom to expose listeners to music they would never find on terrestrial radio. That includes the music of Australian artist Chet Faker, who he calls part of an Australian music revolution.

“You’d never know it was happening by listening to any commercial station,” he said.

Besides playing good music, which is his main goal, Stump said he aims to keep the show mountain-oriented and have great call-in guests. Those will include calls from extreme skier Scot Schmidt and Stumpy’s “Berlin correspondent,” Teton Valley musician Ken Dolman, who recently moved to Germany with his family.

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I’ve lived in cold states my whole life but you wear different winter clothes when your main goal is to stay warm while feeding 1,500 pigs on a Midwestern farm compared to staying dry and toasty on a powder day.

I wasn’t sure my dad’s wool-lined, bright white polyester flannel coat would cut it out here, even if it is super stylish.

When I rolled into Teton Valley last December I had a collection of snow pants, coats and gloves gathered

together from garage sales, boxes of hand-me-downs from cousins and from Norby’s Farm and Fleet (an Iowa farm supply store.)

I discovered fairly quickly that even aside from skis, boots and poles, getting top-of-the-line or even middle to bottom-of-the-line ski clothes is expensive. I ran through a couple of paychecks buying Marmot pants, a used O’Neil ski coat, buff, mid layers… the list goes on.

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ome snowmobilers will have a little more freedom to explore on their own in Yellowstone National Park this upcoming winter season, as this will be the first year the final winter use plan moves into place. All snowmobile travel in the park has been conducted with commercial guides throughout the past 10 years, so the new opportunity for non-commercially guided trips is a welcome idea for those who would like to experience Yellowstone in the winter with just their family and friends.

Aside from the transportation events the park has set up to replace vehicle limits under the new rule, the plan allows for four non-commercially guided trips in the park each day. The National Park Service Get Out! Photo/Ben Pierce

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Tourists in Yellowstone National Park.

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Snowmobiles pass through the West Entrance in Yellowstone National Park during a trip in 2012.

recently announced that the Yellowstone Snowmobile Education Certification course has been launched on-line and is free to complete.

According to YNP, certification from the on-line course will be required by everyone who operates snowmobiles in the park under the new Non-Commercially Guided Snowmobile Access Program.

The program allows members of the public to guide private parties of up to five Best Available Technology snowmobiles into the park, meaning no older two-stroke machines.

One group will be allowed to enter the park from the north, south, east and west entrances per day, and permits can extend to three days.

According to program coordinator for the Non-Commercially Guided Access Program Alicia Murphy, this is the first time they’ve tried the pilot program.

“You as an individual can be the guide and set your own itinerary,” Murphy said. “It offers individuals more autonomy in planning your trip, but all the rules and laws need to be obeyed during the trip.”

The program coordinator added that the permits were awarded through an initial lottery process that ended the first week of October. Permits that were not spoken for are being reissued. Additional permits will also become available due to cancellations, and interested parties are encouraged to visit recreation.gov to obtain permits. Murphy suggests checking the website to see

You as an individual can be the guide and set your own itinerary.

It offers individuals more autonomy in planning your trip, but all the rules and laws need to be obeyed during the trip.

_________________________ Alicia Murphy, program coordinator for NonCommercially Guided Access Program

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Individuals are allowed two permits per season, but must pay a $40 reservation fee and a $6 application fee. The on-line course is free.

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Make sure you always have plenty of snacks, pack and extra layer and give yourself time for coffee before rushing out the door during a storm cycle.

You like predic tability, but remember that somet imes you’ll have more fun if you’re flexible and open-minded. Be open to a new ski route.

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John Wilmont ties a fly

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t’s a single-digit Wednesday afternoon in downtown Driggs. Most businesses are preparing to close, and the light from the Big Holes is fading. But inside the Three Rivers Ranch outfitting shop, the mood is warm. The vises and feathers and thread and hooks are out. It’s fly-tying time.

The magic of fly-fishing is in the fly itself, a tiny concoction of foam, feathers, wire and hook. And the search for that perfect combination takes fisherman from shop to shop to search through small shelves. Most of the flies for sale in outfitters around the country come from places like the Philippines, Thailand and South Africa.

“In a normal shop,” store manager Dave Heib says, “90 percent of the ties are from foreign manufacturers.”

Dave Heib looks on as Steve McDonald ties a fly.

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Heib says that, though a large portion of their flies come from overseas—he recently put in his annual order for over $40,000 worth of flies—they sell through boxfuls of locally-tied flies, just right for fishing local rivers.

But many fishermen catch fish on flies they’ve tied themselves using six-inch tall stands, called vises. Heib says locally-made, true-to-the-area flies are what make the difference on the water in east Idaho and western Wyoming. And some local tiers, like head guide Doug Gibson, have been perfecting their craft for the better part of 50 years. Here at Three Rivers, it’s a weekly exchange of information from anyone interested, and anyone of any age who’d like to join is invited.

“When it comes to fly tying, you will never learn everything you need to know,” Gibson says. “We keep growing and learning, and I encourage those Vises continued on page 56 Get Out! Photo/Stephen Henderson

The feathers of a ring-necked pheasant ready to be used for flies.

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interested in learning to attend our free forum.”

More discerning fishermen understand the difference between the batch-made and the river-specific flies.

“We have people walk in and say, ‘No, I don’t want that, I want Doug’s,’” Heib says. “You can always find certain things, but you can’t always find local.”

Heib is one of a small but growing group of fly tiers who get together every week to practice their craft.

It’s for fun, and the conversation usually drifts from fishing to hunting to rock-n-roll and travel. Most importantly, the knowledge shared among the group

There’s a billion reasons we live here. And it’s primarily for the access to the outdoors, whether it’s hunting, fishing, or anything else. ____________________________________ John Wilmot

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is honest, local and timely.

“In the summer, I’ll come in and say, ‘What’s on?’ and buy a dozen of [those flies],” local John Wilmot says. He’s been coming to the Wednesday evening get-together for over a year, and says he learns something new every week.

Dave Heib’s brother, Chris Heib, a fishing guide at Teton Valley Lodge, says the fly tying night is the easiest way to get into the oftendaunting sport of fly-fishing.

“It’s very off-putting,” he says, motioning

Doug Gibson tying a fly.

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to a wall of waders, rods and tackle.

“This offers a chance for all of that grandiose nonsense that is fly fishing to be that simple.”

On one section of wall, rows of duck, pheasant goose and turkey feathers wait to be used for flies. Dave Heib pulls an entire section of ringed-neck pheasant feathers from a plastic bag. His brother, Chris, points to the distinct layers and color patterns “You could tie a lifetime of flies off

that pheasant,” he says.

As the night progresses, the topic turns to another valley pastime: bird hunting. Wilmot motions the proper positioning of a rifle to Chris Heib, who says he’s eager to learn the sport even better.

“There’s a billion reasons we live here,” Wilmot says. “And it’s primarily for the access to the outdoors, whether it’s hunting, fishing, or anything else.”

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natural tips

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Erinn Butulis Special to Get Out!

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little bit of skin we do have exposed to the sun in the winter is typically slathered in sunscreen to protect from strong mountain rays and sunburn.

Hydrate

Keep water flowing throughout the day.

Whether you’re an elite ski/snowboard professional, a weekend warrior, or family enjoying snow sports, drinking water during exercise is essential if you want to get the most out of your winter and feel good while you’re staying active.

Check Vitamin D Levels Winter can be a challenging time to get enough Vitamin D, from powder days to socked in fog, it doesn’t leave many days to get some UV-Vitamin D. The

When to Drink Water 1. Start the day with 24 ounces of warm water with lemon, drink before eating breakfast.

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2. One to two hours before physical activity, drink 16 to 24 ounces of water.

Our bodies can store Vitamin D for several weeks all the way up to 3 months. However, at the peak of winter our Vitamin D levels tend to be depleted. You can get your levels tested with a simple blood test.

Vitamin D is very important for a healthy immune and nervous system and fighting off infections. Check in with your local medical or health care facility in the winter for recommended doses based on your test results.

Get Moving

A regular exercise routine is important to maintain throughout the year. For winter sports enthusiasts it can be easy to let your head float to the clouds with snow and shoot for the 100+ days of skiing/riding/sledding.

3. 15 minutes before you begin working out or skiing/riding, drink between 8 and 10 ounces of water.

4. During physical activity, drink another 8 ounces every 15 minutes.

5. This may be hard to fit in on a powder day so try carrying a CamelBack with you. The CamelBack Thermobak 3L fits easily under your winter jacket or in your backcountry pack and has an insulated tube

Maintain a healthy winter by having a regular training program that compliments your winter sports goals. This may be hitting the gym 3 days/week, enjoying your local yoga classes, or setting up your indoor cycling trainer. By cross-training throughout the winter endurance and strength will maintain/grow and push you through the most epic of powder days. If you struggle getting motivated, get a workout buddy or sign up for a local fitness program that will keep you on target. Set small attainable goals that lead to the big picture.

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Full Spectrum Light When the valley is in the thick of winter fog and snow there can be weeks of overcast and grey. Fewer hours of light in the winter can bring on Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Try switching some of your house and office lights to full spectrum light bulbs also known as a “light box”.

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Sleep A few months back The Jawbone Blog, dove deep into how people sleep and move, creating an interactive map of the U.S. The average amount of sleep per night varies around the U.S. One thing that is common across the board is that it is natural for our bodies to want to sleep more in the winter when there are longer periods of darkness.

3 Tips to Improve Sleep: 1. Eat heavier meals when you start your day, and lighter meals in the evening. If you load up on a hearty meal before bedtime it can keep you up longer.

2. Keep a steady sleep schedule. It may be tempting to sleep in on your day off especially if there is less than 6 inches of freshies out the window. Staying in bed late on the weekends can throw off your following week's sleep pattern.

3. Keep the air humid. Look into a humidifier or boiling a pot of water on your wood burning stove throughout the day to balance the dry winter air.

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Attend a Health Fair

Get to know your local health and wellness community. January of every year Grand Targhee Resort and various health clinics in Jackson hold health fairs and health screening days for community members. These days include prevention education, oral hygiene, body composition analysis, injury prevention, blood drives, and baseline measurement tests.

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Eat Your Greens

Curling up to a warm fire and chowing down on holiday treats and warm cans of sodiumloaded soup or chili is sometimes the first go to after a long cold day. Not to mention the $2 gut bomb burritos after 11 a.m. that got you through five-plus hours of skiing. Needless to say, lettuce and greens may appear less than appealing.

Dark leafy greens are an excellent source of fiber, folate, and carotenoids.

Loaded with vitamins C, K, iron and calcium, and are vital to keeping your body well nourished during winter months.

Top Leafy Winter Greens Collards, kale, Swiss chard, Brussels sprouts, spinach, cabbage, turnip or beet greens, kohlrabi and carrot tops.

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Kale, avocado, bacon breakfast sandwich Add greens to pizza Stuff sweet potatoes with leafy greens and beans Add greens to any soup or chili Beets and greens salad with goat cheese and olive oil herb drizzle 6. Add greens to any casserole, pasta or mac n’ cheese dish 7. Winter green quiche or frittata 8. Puree salad dressing and dips with winter greens, nuts and seeds

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Set Goals

Keep your winter on track and healthy by setting goals that are meaningful to you. Living in a seasonal community it’s easy to hold one too many jobs during the season and spend your free time skiing, socializing and having fun. Many times as the winter season comes to an end people hit a panic mode of "Ooh no I don’t know what to do next and don’t have anything lined up, or I am really looking for a change, now what?! Make time for you throughout the winter season.

4 Simple Steps to Setting Goals 1. Write out a vision statement for 1, 5, and 10 years 2. Pick 3-4 areas to work on over the winter (Personal, Health, Finances, Career, Recreation, Friends/Family, Strengthen personal relationship/love, Physical Environment, Spiritual Development). Check-In and reevaluate every 6 months 3. Write out or create a visual board with a 6-month winter plan 4. Use SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely) giving yourself a deadline for each goal.

Looking to work on a career, or line up seasonal work that flows seamlessly? Many seasonal employers begin the application process in February for the summer, and August for the winter. If transitioning to a yearround employment area find out if they hire part-time, full-time, or interns and how many times/year. Some areas have 3 different hiring rounds with a short 30-day turnaround application timeline. Spend the 2-3 months leading up to deadlines to prepare for your next big step.

If you are looking at going back to school, what are the deadlines for programs? Are you setting up your letter of intent and referrals before the last minute?

Looking for something new? Have you researched volunteer opportunities in the community, work share programs on farms, or becoming involved on a community board or council. Finding the right fit can often take a few weeks of research and networking to find the right opportunity.

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She smiled made a sort of “ehhhhhhh” noise and told me that they were good gloves but if I was willing to pay $60 I should really just bump up to a $100 pair and I’d be much happier in the end.

“Oh great,” I thought, another chunk of an already rapidly disappearing paycheck gone.

The sales-person then said something along the lines of, “or you could just go to Ace Hardware and pick up a pair of Kincos.”

She said if I waterproofed them correctly they should work great. If not, I should come back and they’d set me up with top-of-the-line gloves.

“A pair of what?”

When I walked over to Ace I realized she was talking about what looked almost exactly like the gloves we used to unload bails of straw in summer, (the un-insulated version, of course), or water the cows in the winter.

I walked out of the hardware store with a $20 pair of gloves and a can of snow seal. That weekend, I used almost half the can on that one pair of gloves. For the next few weeks, I barely needed to grip my ski poles because they were so sticky.

Let me make something clear: this is not a recommendation from an experienced skier on what he’s learned over the years on what gear works and what doesn’t. No one would confuse me with a pro. I didn’t have goggles for my first run at Targhee last year, which was maybe my fourth day skiing ever. I even forgot my sunglasses.

Trust me, you don’t feel more gaper than when you’re following an eight-year-old and her mom down the hill because you can’t see and you have no idea how the mountain is laid out. I just hoped the kid couldn’t shred, cause I was pretty much snow-plowing the whole way down.

This is, rather, an account of how I realized that yeah, skiing is expensive, but it doesn’t always have to be.

I’m still wearing those Kincos this season. They were warm as ever hiking Targhee before opening day. I’m still saving up money to get a new ski coat; the used O’Neil I bought last year is already starting to come apart. However, I still ski in my long underwear from Norby’s.

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