Greenbelt Magazine - January/February 2017

RECREATION

FAMILY FUN

EVENTS

BUSINESS

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contents

It’s a Boise Thing!

features 14

Go Natural

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Delicious!

departments 20

Spin Unity In The Community

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Roots Lincoln’s Link To Idaho

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Clutch The Writing Life

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On The Trail Aspire To Inspire

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Flow Time To Think About Trauma Care

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The Dirt Entrepreneurial Roots

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Freestyle Idaho Digital Learning Academy

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Dwell It Dental Rat

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the cover

Dry Beans From Zursun Heirloom Beans (In feature: Go Natural, page 14)

Photo by Jeff Parker

districts Downtown Waffle Me Up!

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Shop Buy Idaho

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Out East From Garbage To Greetings

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guides Recreation

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Real Estate

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Dining Guide

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Beer & Wine Guide

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spoke Dear Readers, We live in an era where the mere mention of “politics” is enough to start a fight. We’re super elated that Greenbelt Magazine is a non-controversial platform, and that we can escape the newsfeeds of uncertain predictions linked to endless articles on Trump’s hair. People tend to have strongly held beliefs about something very important as the President-elect, however, a key word in life is balance.

Two articles in this issue greatly support shopping local. In “Go Natural”, the feature covers a variety of all natural businesses

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that are made and produced in Idaho. To support these entrepreneurs by selecting their products is win-win for the local economy and your health. Then next is “Buy Idaho”, a strong organization celebrating 30 years of support to products and services done in Idaho.

Join them on January 18th for the annual trade show at the Capitol Building or visit headquarters in BoDo on 8th Street.

The entrepreneurial spirit continues with Waffle Me Up, which is not your ordinary run-of-the-mill waffle shop. As our writer Bavani describes, “A hot liege waffle which incorporates the folding of imported

Belgian pearl sugars into the dough creating a perfect caramelized crunchy sweet exterior” sets them apart from the others. A must TRY! In addition, renowned author Alan Heathcock talks on how he ended up in Boise, his early inspirations, the writer’s toolbox, and his daily routine of discipline. Amazing person!

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contributors Amanda Antilla

Cody Evans

Natalie Plummer

Amanda is a natural-light photographer based in Boise. Aside from her photography business, she studied Graphic Design at Northwest Nazarene University. Her second business is Hello Cherie Designs where she creates fun art prints and cards.

Her work can be found online at hellocherie.etsy. com, and locally at Paperie + Pen and Banana Ink.

Cody is pursuing a communication degree while also swimming for Boise State. When she is not in the water she enjoys spending time outside and experiencing new things. She was an intern for Swimming World online magazine this summer, and is looking forward to many new opportunities to expand her education over the next few years.

She can’t wait to find the career that is just right for her.

A wife, mother of three, and Creative Director of Hello Meridian’s Instagram page, Natalie loves baking. A Humanities and Literature graduate of Brigham Young University, she has worked in social media for 10 years

Pamela Kleibrink Thompson

Brittany Sailors

Once upon a time, Pamela Kleibrink Thompson lived in a big city “out west” where she won an Emmy for her work as a production manager on The Simpsons. Then one day her prince charming swept her off to Idaho to live happily ever after. They live with their enchanting teenaged daughter in a castle in Meridian. Pamela has yet to float the Boise River or ski at Bogus Basin.

Besides writing, she also does career coaching and acts at the Peace Officers Standards and Training facility in Meridian. You can reach her at PamRecruit@q.com.

Amanda Soza Amanda has lived in Idaho her entire life, and loves it. She has earned both her B.A. and M.A. in Communication from Boise State University and currently is an adjunct instructor with the Department of Communication. In her spare time, she enjoys adventuring with her two dogs, Gus and Pickles.

Chelsea Chambers Chelsea Chambers is a graduate of College of Western Idaho and currently in pursuit of her B.A. in Rhetoric & Technical Communication.

Writing and nature have always been passions of hers and she hopes to combine the two into a lifelong career. She has aspirations in the fields of journalism, publishing, and editing.

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Part-time Air National Guardsman and full-time mother of three, Brittany spends her “free time” researching, reading, and writing. With a Bachelors Degree in Marketing and six years in Air Force Intelligence, she delights in educating others with thoughtful and wellinformed content.

Pierce Koehn Pierce Koehn is a Senior at Boise State, currently studying journalism and media production. He has lived in Boise for the past three years and loves the culture and life here in the Treasure Valley.

His interests include, food, beer, exploring the outdoors and learning about and using the latest technology.

Halle Smith Halle Smith is a freshman at Boise State University studying Communications with an Emphasis in Journalism. Her main passions are writing, exploring the world, and writing about her travels which she hopes to do professionally one day. In her free time she enjoys hiking, reading, and avidly drinking coffee at her place of work, Dutch Bros.

Bavani Bavani is a writer, mamma and a dreamer. She is a mum to two spirited girls. Bavani is passionate about helping others in need and is convinced that just an ounce of effort from everyone would create a positive ripple effect of change in our world. She is ever grateful for her own personal editorin-chief who lives 8000 miles away, her mother.

Originally from Singapore, she is now proud to call this Valley of Treasure, home. Bavani is also a Huffington Post Blogger.

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“Lakewood’s Summer Camp provides a fun focus on art and science, two things that kids don’t get enough of during the school year.”

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STORIES & PHOTOS BY SHOP OWNERS

ZURSUN IDAHO

Some of Zursun’s beautiful dry beans beans

HEIRLOOM BEANS

Zursun Idaho Heirloom Beans 208.735.1044 zursunbeans.com

Taste and thrift, health and heritage Zursun Idaho Heirloom Beans located in Twin Falls, ID has been a leading distributor of heirloom beans throughout the U.S. since 1985.

Customer favorites include: Anasazi, Black Turtle, Calypso, Flageolet, Snowcap, and Tongues of Fire trace their ancestry to kidney beans native to Mexico and Central and South America. The dried beans have a hearty, earthy-sweet taste and creamy, dense texture that adapt to soups, stews, baking, salads, and refrying.

Recognized as a near perfect food because of their high nutrient content and ability to keep for long periods without spoiling, heirloom beans are easy and inexpensive to prepare. A pot of heirloom beans can be enjoyed for many meals over several days.

Zursun Idaho Heirloom Beans can be found in Boise at: Boise Coop and Whole Foods Market.

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Recipe provided by Zursun Idaho Heirloom Beans: Mexican Pot Beans Serves 4-6 2 cups dried heirloom beans 1-quart water 1 large onion, chopped 1 tbsp. chili powder 2 cloves garlic, peeled 1-14.5 oz. can fire-roasted tomatoes 1-2 tsp. salt

Instructions 1. Sort and soak beans overnight in bowl using 3 times as much water as beans. The next morning rinse beans with cold water and drain.

2. In large pot, combine drained beans, fresh water, onions, chili powder, and garlic. Bring to simmer, then partially cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and salt and continue cooking until beans are tender and bean broth is creamy.

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ZACCA HUMMUS Zacca Hummus is made “just the way it should be.”

Janine Zacca Zenner, founder of Zacca Hummus, grew up in a Mediterranean household and is passionate about making fresh, creamy, delicious hummus. The garbanzo beans used in Zacca Hummus are traced directly back to her husband’s family farm in the beautiful Palouse region. The Zenner Family Farm grows their nutritious garbanzo beans using certified practices that preserve top soil, clean air, and healthy streams. Zacca’s three hummus varieties, traditional, roasted red pepper, and poblano pepper are made with only fresh ingredients, no added oils or preservatives, and are GMO and Gluten Free.

To learn more visit: zaccahummus.com Zacca Hummus’ great packaging on a few of their favorite flavors Zacca Hummus 208.850.6782 zaccahummus.com

FARM + FLOWER APOTHECARY Farm + Flower Apothecary’s botanical scrubs Farm + Flower Apothecary @farmandflower farmandflowerapothecary.com

Ask Carly Letson, of Farm + Flower Apothecary if she owns a skincare and wellness company, and the answer might surprise you. It’s true that she has formulated and manufactures a full line of organic skin care, hand-poured candles, and house-made extracts. She is proud of the fact that she sources her botanicals from local organic farmers and hand-makes all of the organic extracts and infusions used in her products. “It’s so important, now more than ever, to not only be mindful of toxic ingredients, but to go beyond. Know your ingredients, how they are grown, and where they are from.”

But Letson says that’s only one small part of the whole. “None of it really matters if we don’t see the bigger picture. We MUST

Good Vibes Kombucha on draft in lovely colored bottles Good Vibes Brewing 208.995.4969 goodvibesbrewing.com

GOOD VIBES BREWING So, it seems everyone is catching on to the Good Vibes Kombucha health rage these days, and they should be. Kombucha is an energizing, low-sugar, alternative to juice or soda, and to top it off, it contains vitamins, amino acids, and immune boosting live probiotics. Good Vibes Brewing is sweeping the Boise Idaho market, and even the hunters and rowdy meat and potato crowd are knocking down their brewery door these days to taste their bubbly tea. So what’s their secret? They don’t cut corners. If it’s frozen, imported, has chemical additives, or is processed you can keep it. Good Vibes’ Kombucha is not typical, and they like it that way. Good Vibes Kombucha is set on staying Local. They are a small Mom and Pop, home grown, red, white and blue business, and proud of it. Good Vibes Boise Brewed fermented tea is hand- crafted using only the freshest, organic, vine-ripened fruit and herbs to infuse unbeatable flavors into brilliant ‘bucha. One batch at a time, Good Vibes Kombucha is spreading the love and energizes consumers with health and the “good vibes” in every drop.. Enough said. Drink Local, and keep spreading ‘high fives’ for GOOD VIBES Boise.

Locate Good Vibes Kombucha: Good Vibes offers Kombucha On-Tap, via draft or Kegerator fill stations. Please visit their website for location updates and to become a GV supplier.

connect with both our local community and our global community.

That’s why Carly has chosen to partner with We Care Solar. A nonprofit organization committed to bringing solar energy to rural, under-served parts of the world. Every candle purchased provides 5 hours of electricity for an entire clinic. Every skin care kit provides 10 hours. That means women aren’t giving birth in the dark by candle light. And doctors have the energy to perform life-saving procedures.” Farm + Flower products are locally made, locally sourced, and bonus, every purchase contributes to providing lifesaving solar power around the world.

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SUN VALLEY MUSTARD

Sun Valley Mustard & Pretzel Chips Sun Valley Mustard 800.628.7124 sunvalleymustard.com

Sun Valley Mustard has been producing award-winning, handcrafted mustard in Sun Valley, Idaho since 1984. The Company uses all-natural ingredients in its six flavors which include spicy sweet, chardonnay, amber ale, hot jalapeno, sweet garlic, and dill. The Company recently introduced their artisan pretzel chips which are a perfect complement to their mustards. Flavors include sea salt, sea salt and pepper, rosemary, and garlic. All of their products are hand made in small batches utilizing only the finest ingredients available and none of their products contain artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives. You can find their products at your local store or at sunvalleymustard.com

MATHAIR EARTH Mathair Earth was established in the heart of Idaho during 2009 with Gaelic roots in its name. Mathair is pronounced “mawhair” which is mother in Gaelic. This little enterprise works hard to keep their body care products wholesome and natural for both the user and the environment alike. That means using only the highest caliber of ingredients including fine essential oils, plant hydrosols, milks, and even kombucha but excluding things like mineral oil or parabens. Products of high rapport within the community include soaps but also bath bombs, sugar scrubs, beard oils, lip balms, and a few specialty facial products.

Just of few of the wonderful products by Mathair Earth | Mathair Earth 208.387.2641 soaponawhim.etsy.com

WILD ROOT CAFE & MARKET Chef Michael Trebbi came from a restaurant family, whose father was a chef that taught him the values of old-school scratch cooking with quality ingredients. Michael and his wife Anne-Marie used those lessons when they opened Wild Root Café & Market on 8th street in downtown Boise in 2015. The menu changes seasonally, with American and International offerings that focus on clean and natural ingredients. The emphasis is on vegetarian, vegan, and other specialty diets, including favorites like the Power Bowl and bone broth. It features items made with ingredients from local farms and ranches like Ohana No Till Farm, Columbia Ridge Farm, Snake River Farms, to name a few.

Gorgeous food served at the Wild Root Cafe & Market Wild Root Cafe & Market, 276 N 8th Street Boise, ID 83702 208.856.8956 wildrootcafe.com Photo by Guy Hand 16

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APIS

Some of Missing Link Foods’ wonderful food

Apis, a Boise-based herbal health and beauty company, creates balms, salves, and beauty products that nourish your body naturally. Each formula is developed according to the unique healing properties of the herbs, and is handmade in small batches.

Apis’ herbs are grown locally, and organic ingredients are sourced whenever possible. Natural beauty products harness the healing power of herbs without the harsh chemicals and preservatives found in many commercial products.

Apis strives to provide the community with products that are safe and effective, while respecting the environment. In Apis’ garden, they plant extra herbs and flowers for bees.

Some of Apis’ great products Apis @apisidaho

Missing Link Foods brett@ missinglinkfoods.com missinglinkfoods.com

MISSING LINK FOODS Missing Link Foods provides freshly made, healthy meals, helping people balance busy lives with a healthy lifestyle. In 2014, when working, parenting, and life in general seemed to be edging out healthy eating, founder Brett Edgar envisioned a company that would produce meals for families, singles, busy professionals, and students alike. Missing Link Foods’ affordable meals are made completely from scratch using lean meats, fresh fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats. They follow Paleo/Primal guidelines, so their meals contain no grains, soy, or legumes, which means they accommodate most dietary restrictions.

BOISE JUICE COMPANY Boise Juice Company offers organic cold-pressed juice, acai bowls, and smoothies. The smoothies and acai bowls are made of whole food: no ice, no extracts, no processed sugars, no dairy.

They also specialize in crafting raw, coldpressed, and 100% organic juice enriched with the highest density of nutrients and

flavor. What is seen listed as the ingredients is exactly what goes into their juice, smoothies, and acai bowls. Whether you go to Boise Juice Company for a nutritious meal replacement, a juice cleanse, or just to get a healthy snack, you will always be sure to get an all-natural treat that you can feel good about putting into your body.

THE BEARDSMITH

Boise Juice Company’s Logo - watch for it at the Boise Co-op!

Boise Juice Company 208.853.3330 boisejuice.com

The Legendary Beardsmith Beard Grease The Beardsmith 208.283.2761 thebeardsmith.com Photo by Josh Cremer

The Beardsmith is Boise’s premier barbershop. Voted Treasure Valley’s Best Men’s Haircut two years in a row, they specialize in precision men’s haircuts, straight razor shaves, and of course their Signature Beardsmithing: a full-service, customized beard trim service complete with hot towels and straight razor line-up on the neck and cheeks. They make a full line of hand-crafted beard care products including Beard Grease, a hybrid beard oil/beard balm to soften, condition, and tame the beard. They also hand-make conditioning bar soaps, mustache wax, colognes, and Tatt Phat, an all-natural tattoo healing balm. The Beardsmith is your total beard solution.

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DELICIO Out West Dining With Hello Meridian

Bowl of Heaven

We crave Bowl of Heaven and their famous açaí bowls. Still not sure how something this healthy can taste like such a splurge! The açaí berry is the base for all of their bowls. They mix in fresh, frozen, and exotic super-fruits and after a quick turn of the blender....heaven in a bowl. No Ice. No Dairy. No processed sugars. You choose your toppings like granola, fresh fruit, coconut, nut butters, and honey. They have smoothies, fresh juices, and soups as well. And a sidenote, they have a great meeting room in the back of their shop. Would be a cool place for Mom’s night out or study group. We love having healthy delicious options so close! Our favorite is the Peanut Butter Bowl.

The Village

433 N MAIN ST, MERIDIAN

We love Rice in Eagle for many reasons, but mainly we like being able to choose from many different Asian dish types - from Indian Influence, Thai, Chinese, and Japanese - all in one modern establishment. Not to mention a fantastic outdoor patio. Spot-on appetizers from dumplings to sushi to spicy wings. And the drink menu is huge! They are most famous for their Thai Basil Lemon Martini. It’s won many local favorite awards. Wednesday nights they have $4.99 drinks for the ladies along with specialty dishes just served those nights. We highly recommend the crispy spring rolls, the General Chicken, the India Chicken Makhani, and the Las Vegas sushi roll. They have ample vegetarian options, including gluten-free menu items. Happy Hour is 4-6 Monday - Saturday.

435 S EAGLE RD, EAGLE

228 E PLAZA ST, EAGLE

Rice

Little Kitchen

You can find this darling little bakery and café on Main Street right by Meridian City Hall.

It’s owned and run by the cutest couple who decided they wanted to spend their days sharing their passion of baking. Little Kitchen Pastries is most known for their enormous cinnamon rolls and pecan rolls, although their croissants are a close second. Their newest item is the “Cruffin”- a croissant baked in a muffin tin. They also sell cakes, quiche and braids. Their shortbread cookies are delectable. The secret is they add potato chips! They also have a full coffee selection. An adorably quaint, locallyowned establishment, we recommend getting there early. They tend to sell out.

Big Daddy’s BBQ

Is there any place in the Treasure Valley with a better view to sip your joe and people watch than Village Coffee? Nope.

There isn’t. It helps that their drinks are consistently good, as are the locally made pastries.

You’ll have a hard time finding better hot chocolate anywhere.

The staff is extremely friendly and even though it’s located in one of the busiest areas in town, the indoor and outdoor seating areas are so large and comfortable, you’re still able to find your few minutes of Zen. Don’t miss their huge indoor and outdoor fireplace.

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1551 W CHERRY LN, MERIDIAN

Great BBQ in Idaho! It’s a real thing and you can find it at Big Daddy’s BBQ. The owner, Hoss, is a master at his craft, slow smoking all his meat, even the burgers! Speaking of burgers, they are half beef, half pork and that combo makes them as flavorful and juicy as you can imagine. All the rubs and sauces are housemade.

We like getting the combo plates with brisket, pulled pork, and smoked turkey. And then a side of ribs! The garlic mashed potatoes and bacon mac and cheese are their ultimate comfort foods. We recommend dousing all of the meat in the Carolina vinegar and then taking your pick from the sweet or spicy barbecue sauces.

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We talk about Eagle’s magnificent Chateau des Fleurs often on our page. It is such a spectacularly beautiful contribution to the Treasure Valley. The Chateau’s Restaurant, Le Coq d’Or, reflects all the Chateau’s glamour. Le Coq d’Or specializes in authentic European countryside cuisine - local garden to table French - Mediterranean and modern European dishes. The restaurant’s ambience is ever elegant and romantic, with live music Fridays and Saturday. On our last trip we dined on Filet mignon with green peppercorn sauce, potato au gratin and seasonal vegetables. Exquisite. Though the coq au vin is worth the trip alone, the wine selection is one of the best in the Valley. Along with the phenomenal service, every detail of this restaurant fits the majesty of the location. This is where you should be planning your anniversary, birthday, or Holiday gatherings.

And we haven’t even mentioned the Chateau’s Afternoon Tea!

Casa del Matador

We used to travel to Boise to dine at Case del Matador on a regular basis, so when we saw they were opening a location in Meridian we were overjoyed. The food has a made from scratch element, combined with bursts of spectacular flavor you’re not expecting. Our favorite chips and salsa in town. Even the taco salad, which so often can be a bland affair, is an over-thetop experience. And we love that it’s such lovely ambience both inside the restaurant and on the patio. It’s a great place for drinks and for sharing some of their enormous nacho plates.

VARIOUS LOCATIONS

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BY NATALIE PLUMMER THE VILLAGE AT MERIDIAN

176 S ROSEBUD LN, EAGLE

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We love all things Boise. But here at Instagram page @HelloMeridian, we focus on the treasures found in the Meridian and Eagle area. There are a staggering number of quality food establishments worth the trek from Boise. Here are ten of our picks:

Idaho Pizza Company

We go to Idaho Pizza Company EVERY WEEK. Every single week. Not kidding. We love their pizza. And even more, we love their pizza lunch buffet. We get the $7.99 lunch special that includes all-you-can-eat pizza, soda, and one of the best salad bars in Meridian. And, the kids buffet cost $.50 per year of age. So if you have a five year old, they can eat all they want for $2.50. We love the new Simplot pizza with bacon, green onions, and Idaho potatoes. When you come in, ask them to “drop a number 1” which is a pineapple and chicken pizza with white garlic sauce. Our favorite. It’s just about the most family friendly restaurant in town.

Grant’s Neighborhood Grill 1835 W CHERRY LN, MERIDIAN

Oak Barrel of Eagle

1065 E WINDING CREEK RD, EAGLE

Oak Barrel of Eagle is a relatively new restaurant to the area, but it already has an established following. Choose the lounge for a more casual meal (accompanied by live music on Friday and Saturday), the expansive outdoor patio, or the beautiful and stylish main restaurant. The entire menu is made in house and from scratch. Come in for drinks and a tapas platter, or a delicious dinner. We especially enjoy the High Country Idaho Trout with fingerling potatoes and asparagus and Hunter’s Style Chicken with roasted garlic mashers and sautéed mushrooms.

Even with the large portions, there were no leftovers.

We joined together in a collective shout of joy when Grant’s Neighborhood Grill opened. This farm-totable restaurant is unlike anything we have here in Meridian. We’ve tried several things on the menu and everything is absolutely decadent. This salmon with brown rice quiche was particularly amazing. Almost all of the food is local, even the meats and dairy. Not kidding, they only have a mini freezer in the back. The chef has an eclectic and rich cooking background, and it shows in his dishes. They have a fantastic wine list, and a BOGO happy hour and beautiful outdoor seating, Weekend brunch should be a priority. Try their specialty Monte Cristo, made from French toast which is deep fried. It’s like a donut sandwich with jelly.. and mustard. Top it with powdered sugar and we are pretty sure it’s humanly impossible for one person to eat the entire thing. Or go more traditional with Eggs Benedict on house-made biscuit, pit ham, poached egg with house-made hollandaise sauce. Brunch also offers Mimosas, Screwdrivers, and Bloody Mary’s.

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IGEM Promotes Local Growth

hat’s better than potatoes and blue turf in the State of Idaho? Knowing your tax dollars are going towards funding projects that promote economic growth. After taking one look at the IGEM program, you’ll be confident to know they are doing just that.

IGEM is a unique program that funds commercialization research that advances private sector products and services by partnering business experts with Idaho university researchers. The program was approved during the 2012 legislative session and is currently in its fifth year. IGEM’s council is comprised of 12 members appointed by the governor. The University may have a technology that it would like to commercialize and seeks to partner with a business in the private sector that can take the technology to market. Alternatively, a member of Industry may need assistance with their research needs to advance a viable product and will partner with an Idaho university. The Department of Commerce also provides assistance in partnering business-to-university and university-to-business in an effort to further advance the technology. If needed, Commerce can help in the match making between the Idaho business and the Idaho university. By evaluating the project and its research needs, Commerce can provide the introduction to the partner that has the expertise necessary to assist with the development of the technology.

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Idaho Code designates that only Idaho’s three public research universities can be recipients of this funding. This is by design as the program is funded by public tax dollars, these tax dollars are reinvested into Idaho’s public research universities.n most cases, students assit in the development of these products which gives them real-world experience in their fields. This not only helps the Idaho business needing research assistance, it enables the research team to work on cutting edge technology with real-world experience.

With more projects reaching out for funding each year, the IGEM Council carefully selects which projects they fund. While Idaho companies receive preferential consideration, many companies are not currently aware that this program is an option. “[We need to be] letting Idaho businesses know we have this program that can allow them to be competitive in a global market,” Carmen Achabal said. She added that the program has reached six out of Idaho’s seven economic regions in the state of Idaho. This investment in businesses and in researchers to develop technology will not only benefit our future, but the future of Idaho.

Recently Boise State University was awarded with $454,438 this year.

The announcement was made in November for two businesses, Kairosys and Fiberguide. Kairosys which were awarded $194,003 for GREENBELT MAGAZINE | JAN - FEB 2017

the research and development of a managed pollination solution.

The project is to create innovations to provide growers improved pollination and pest management solutions. Idaho is the largest producer of Alfalfa seed in the US, an import crop to the state.

Fiberguide was $260,435 for the development of a spectroscopic reflectometer. If you don’t understand what that is, don’t worry.

Only the people who can actually pronounce those words can tell you what the machine is. For us common folk, it is a device which replaces anti-reflection films with anti-reflection surfaces. It essentially reduces the amount of reflection on a surface to get the optimal amount of light passing through. This machine will be the first of its kind.

Fiberguide was originally founded in New Jersey in 1977 but has been in the valley since 1988. They provide efficient, cost-effective, practical fiber optic solutions sold on a global scale. Market globally, people come from around the world to see the facility in Caldwell.

Getting a personal tour of the facility was incredible. The products being made are one-of-a-kind and are subject to several stages of testing to ensure that it is high quality and ready for market.

Dr. Devinder Saini, Vice-President of Fiberguide, initially heard about IGEM and suggested participation. He was meeting with

one of the professors on Boise State campus and was informed of the potential funding opportunity. “For small companies like us this can make or break whether we move forward with something.

So the IGEM program is amazing,” said Patricia Seniw, President of Fiberguide. “The IGEM committee has been great and I really love the whole idea around IGEM because it helps us develop.

It helps us create jobs.”

Another great concept about IGEM is the facilitation of networking students’ work with local companies in their field. Dr. Saini said he liked the program because “it helps for students to know there is industry here, that there are potential jobs here instead of looking out of state.” The relationship between Fiberguide and Boise State is strong. Professors from the university have given seminars at Fiberguide. Dr. Saini has also given seminars at Boise State.

Many Boise State students have interned at Fiberguide, including one who works there now.

IGEM has created a senergy which promotes emerging technology created by local businesses. Midway through its 5th year, IGEM will continue to award funding to businesses creating technological advancements as they have at Fiberguide and Kairosys. It is important to know where your tax dollars are going. After reading this article, I hope you can sleep a little easier tonight knowing it has been money well spent.

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Lincoln’s link to Idaho Celebrate the 208th Birthday of our 16th President

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ore than any other state, Idaho is related to Abraham Lincoln,” claims the Idaho Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission.

Though this claim may be debatable, there is no question that Abraham Lincoln left a lasting legacy on the state of Idaho. Not only did he sign our Territorial Bill in 1863, but he also attended the meeting where the name Idaho was selected.

“Since opening in 2013, the Lincoln Legacy Exhibit has been visited by thousands of people including many children. These visits provide a one of a kind opportunity for people to learn about the influence and contributions of President Lincoln to the development of the western United States, particularly that of the Territory and State of Idaho,” said David Matte, State Archives Administrator.

In return for our territorial status, Idaho supplied the revenue from Idaho’s gold mines to aid in fighting the Civil War. As it turned out, Abraham Lincoln would never set foot in what became Idaho, but we see his legacy everywhere in the Gem State. We have Lincoln County, the community of Springfield named for Lincoln’s hometown, and even the Lincoln Auditorium located in the Idaho State Capitol.

When establishing this exhibition, David and Nancy felt that it was important that all Idahoans and visitors to our state be able to access this exhibition. That’s why the exhibition is free to the public. Visitors can explore the exhibition from 11am-4pm on Tuesday through Saturday at the Idaho State Archives.

To celebrate this legacy, the Idaho State Historical Society worked with David and Nancy Leroy to create a permanent Lincoln exhibition that highlights more than 200 artifacts and documents illustrating Lincoln’s life and the early history of the Idaho Territory.

There is a replica of Lincoln’s White House Cabinet Room, a tour of Lincoln’s life, from childhood to assassination and documents signed by Lincoln himself!

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In addition to viewing the Lincoln exhibition, visitors can also explore some of the more than 500,000 photographs housed in the state’s collection. These photos includes everything from images of early Henry’s Lake, inmate mug shots, and pictures of neighborhoods across the state.

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The celebration will begin at noon, and includes a guided tour of the Lincoln exhibition, refreshments, and discounts on Lincoln memorabilia.

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STORY MIKE TURNER | PHOTOS LETICIA HUEDA

The Writing Life

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lan Heathcock, world traveler, Whiting Award winner, fellowship lecturer, and Chicago native, calls Boise his home. His first book, Volt, earned praise for its portrayal of lives bent but not broken, by grim circumstances.

It was named a “Best Book” in 2011 by the Chicago Tribune, Publishers Weekly, GQ Magazine, and others. In the years since winning the prestigious Whiting Award and fellowships at the Tin House and Bread Loaf Writers’ Conferences, he’s taught in Spain, France, Switzerland, Italy, and Ireland, but he always returns to Boise, the city he’s called home for 16 years.

Heathcock grew up in Chicago, and despite his affection for the city and its people, he admits, “I wanted out. I was ready to be somewhere different, but I didn’t know where that would be.”

A college friend, writer Anthony Doerr, had recently moved to Boise and suggested Heathcock come out west. “It seemed like a good idea,” Heathcock says. “They had just started a new writing program at Boise State. I thought I’d just be out here a couple of years, but now it’s home and I completely love it here.”

Early Inspiration Heathcock’s fiction takes an unflinching view of tragic circumstances, inspired early on by a need to make sense of his own world. During high school he lost a friend to suicide, and while struggling to make sense of the tragedy, his English teacher made a suggestion which changed Heathcock’s life and shaped his writing career. The suggestion was to read the short story “Indian Camp” by Ernest Hemingway. “In that story, a boy

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and his father, who’s a doctor, take a boat to an island where a woman is in distress,” Heathcock says. “Her husband gets so bereaved that he kills himself. In the story, the boy asks his father if many men kill themselves, and they have this conversation. It’s one of those stories that, in a very powerful way, made me feel like I was not alone with these feelings. Finally, someone was saying something about it, but it was on the page.”

It wasn’t until years later that Heathcock realized he wanted to tell stories that would touch people in the same way. The inspiration came after a difficult day at work driving around Iowa in the summer heat and humidity, where he had just been cursed out by a customer who was having a bad day. His escape was to go to a local park and read short stories by Joy Williams, John Cheever, and Joyce Carol Oates. “They were all intense stories that spoke to the frustration I had with the world,” Heathcock says. “I knew that with as powerful an experience as I had with these stories and the truth they told, that’s what I wanted to do.

The next day I started researching MFA programs and planning my escape route out of the job world and into the writing world.”

The Writer’s Toolbox Empathy is an essential trait for a writer to possess, according to Heathcock. “As an artist, your job is to inhabit the lives of people who are not you,” he says. “The premier trait of a fiction writer is that you have to be an empathetic human.”

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traits each writer needs to master. “You have to have the knowledge base — through self-education, MFA program, or whatever — to understand what quality is,” he says. “You have to be able to determine in a clear-eyed way if what you’re writing is quality or not. You have to be willing to do the work, for as many revisions as it takes, to get the writing up to the quality it needs to be.” An MFA program, Heathcock says, is essentially training writers to see quality and to understand how to write great sentences, images, and dialogue.

Aspiring writers who can’t enroll in an MFA program can still master these traits by “exercising their library card,” Heathcock says. “Don’t just read books in a casual way. Read to understand what quality is. Pay attention to your reaction as a reader. If a piece of writing excites you, ask yourself why. Is it scary or lovely or thought-provoking? Work to understand how that writer made you feel or think or imagine in a certain way.”

Heathcock is a studied reader. He reads with a highlighter pen, marking passages and dialogue that catch his attention. Later, he writes those passages in a notebook that he revisits. “It helps me hone in on who I am as a writer. I cultivate my own aesthetic,” he says. “Anyone can do that.”

A Daily Ritual of Discipline Writing every day is an essential discipline for Heathcock, but beyond that he admits, “You’ve got to do whatever the heck works on any given day to get through it. I’m all over the place — sometimes I’m in a groove, and other times it all stops working.”

Heathcock gets his kids to school each morning and writes from 8:15 to 3:00 — but writing doesn’t always mean putting words on paper. “Most of the time I’m figuring out what I’m going to type when I get to the computer, so I’m thinking a great deal,” he says. “I’m writing a novel, and I know tomorrow I’m writing a scene where there’s been a bombing and this woman is trapped in a cave.

I’m thinking my way through the logistics of what the cave looks and smells like, what steps the woman might take considering her character, what the ramifications of this one moment are to the story. My imagination is completely with this character, and then I go to the computer and find the best words to capture the truth of that empathetic condition.”

Heathcock has been fortunate this past year to teach writing overseas, but he admits that travel disturbs a writer’s routine.

However, the cultural experiences make up the loss by feeding his understanding of the world. “You challenge yourself as a human being to have new experiences,” he says. “The travel has pushed me out of my very controlled comfort zone. Seeing new places and expanding my intellect and imagination — living my life and feeling alive — is incredibly important to me.”

Volt: Stories by Alan Heathcock is available online and locally at Rediscovered Books. For more information or to contact the author, visit his website: alanhealthcock.com

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aspire to inspire

Three Former Mrs. Idaho Contestants Bring “This Is My Brave” to Boise

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hat do people who live with mental illness look like?

Erin Lorensen, Jessica Wyman, and Kristen Johnson look like successful, attractive, busy women who found a common calling on the Mrs. Idaho pageant stage in 2015 and 2016. Though they didn’t win the title, together, they formed a team, “Aspire to Inspire,” to continue to promote their platforms, including mental health awareness.

All three women live with mental health conditions. Lorenson, a nurse at Primary Health, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, type 2, shortly after nursing school. “Stigma kept me from going to the doctor,” Lorenson told me as we discussed the group’s inspiring new project, a Boise production of the highly acclaimed “This Is My Brave” show.

“I was okay with people knowing I had depression because it’s more accepted by society. But I was terrified if people found out I had bipolar,” she said.

In part, Lorensen blames the media’s stigmatizing portrayal of bipolar disorder and other serious mental illnesses. That’s part of the reason that “This Is My Brave” can be so powerful: By showcasing the talents and personal stories of real people who are living with mental illness, they help to break down negative stereotypes and build respect.

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Johnson, a busy wife and mother, lives with depression and anxiety. She started therapy when she was just three years old.

“When I finally accepted my diagnosis, the whole world opened up for me,” she said. “People told me that I couldn’t succeed in life because of my illness, but they were wrong.”

Wyman, a self-described “cycling fanatic” who works full time at Rolling H Cycles in Nampa, was anxious and depressed as a child, even sometimes thinking about suicide. She and Lorenson have been friends since seventh grade. When Wyman’s childhood mental health problems resurfaced in adulthood, she reached out to Lorenson, who has been very public about her own struggles with bipolar disorder.

“I ended up being diagnosed with bipolar on St. Patrick’s Day,” Wyman said. “I tell people that it truly was my lucky day because suddenly, my whole life made sense.”

All three women note that their openness about sharing their mental health challenges sometimes surprises people. “When I tell people, they say, ‘you’re the last person I would expect to be living with mental illness,’” Johnson told me. “We’ve all been successful as adults; we just have extra challenges.”

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Executive Director Jennifer Marshall was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in her twenties. The organization was featured in Oprah Magazine in 2016. Lorenson connected with Marshall after the 2016 Mrs. Idaho pageant. “I crashed, and I posted about it on Facebook,” Lorenson said. “Jen commented on my post that I should share the story with ‘This Is My Brave.’”

The Boise cast will share pieces of their stories in a variety of media. Some cast members live with mental illness, and some were raised with family members who lived with mental illness.

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“The people who don’t realize how they are affected are the ones who need this show the most,” Wyman added. “It’s liberating for all of us when people can hear our stories. Maybe they can get help for themselves or for someone they love. We need more compassion and understanding.”

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Planning for Possible Trauma Care is Important

ark Urban, trauma-care physician and practitioner of a way of life revolving around expecting the unexpected, is a major supporter of Citizen First Care Providers Month activities in February. So he’s happy to list ways bystanders can do better at caring for a bleeding or otherwise suffering person in the critical moments before professional help arrives.

But for now, he wants you to know that you’re likely to put these recommendations into action sooner rather than later – not only in common accident settings like roadways or far-off recreation destinations, but also at home or the office. And that you don’t have as much time to take the right action as you may think.

“They don’t want to think this could happen,” said Dr. Urban, emergency physician and pediatric emergency medical director for the Boise-based St. Luke’s health system. “I would rather be prepared so if it did happen, I would have the necessary training and equipment to make a difference at the time.”

The right knowledge and equipment can empower bystanders to get a trauma or other medical-incident victim into more survivable shape when emergency medical personnel arrive.

Time is critical, according to Urban and to principals in The Activity Group, a Garden City-based emergency care equipment

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and information company with civilian and military medical first responders, and building managers, among customers.

“Cost is no barrier to developing a medical preparedness plan given the multitude of pre-existing resources available locally and nationally to help,” Urban stated in a letter supporting the awareness month. In an interview, he said planning pays off big in Idaho given the stark contrast between its population centers –where quick response times by Emergency Medical Services are the norm – and the state’s many rural and wildland settings where help can be a long time in coming.

Andrew Coussens, training and business development director with The Activity Group, and Urban, who has advised the company medically, said if treatment stretches beyond 60 minutes before the patient is stabilized, survivability is reduced dramatically.

From a major arterial injury, someone can lose all blood volume in five minutes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, injury

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from accidents or traumas claim the most lives among people aged 1 to 44. The Journal of Emergency Medical Services reported a Canadian study found up to 16 percent of traumarelated deaths – some 24,000 in the U.S. annually – could have been prevented by recognizing bleeding earlier and treating it faster.

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This all means much can be gained through better training in techniques – from applying tourniquets, pressure bandages and topical agents to how to better communicate with medical personnel. Emergency kits and straightforward training are among solutions.

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Bystanders should be more aware of what they can do to help in emergencies involving trauma and bleeding. “It’s a piece of the puzzle that is missing, and if it’s a piece we can help fill, it will help not only first responders but the physicians receiving those patients,” said Activity Group CEO James Burns.

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STORY MIKE TURNER | PHOTOS AMANDA ANTILLA

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haun Buck is a serial entrepreneur who started creating businesses in high school. He now operates one of the largest newsletter printing companies in the world — The Newsletter Pro, based in Boise. The business has seen explosive growth, appearing on the Inc. 500 Fastest-Growing Companies list for the past two years. Buck was named 2014 Marketer of the Year

by GKIC. He is also the coauthor of No B.S. Guide to Maximum Referrals and Customer Retention.

Ten years ago, Buck and his wife lived in California but were looking for a better quality of life. They found Idaho on numerous lists of best places to live, and even though his wife was reluctant, they decided to visit. “We fell in love with it,” Buck says. “The place was amazing, the people were great. We love the outdoors and it had great recreation.” They sold their businesses in California and moved to the Boise area in 2007.

Entrepreneurial Roots Years before Buck started his thriving newsletter business, he had already decided he wanted to be his own boss. His resolve was strengthened by a relative who treated Buck and his siblings cruelly.

“I never wanted to be under someone’s thumb like that again,” Buck says. “I never wanted someone to have that power or control over me like she did. That was the first time I remember thinking that if I had my own business and made money, I could just leave.”

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As a teenaged entrepreneur, Buck moved past the typical lawn mowing service and sold pagers to his high school friends. He operated a traffic school that offered court-mandated classes to traffic offenders. Later, he bought into an alcohol inventory auditing franchise for bars and restaurants, a decision he quickly regretted.

“I’ve never been into the bar scene, but I thought I could make a lot of money,” Buck says. “On day one of training, I knew I had made a huge mistake. It wasn’t the right business for me — I wasn’t getting it, and I didn’t enjoy doing it.” He stuck with the business for 10 months and sold it at a loss. “I learned a great lesson,” he says. “I don’t do anything for just the money anymore. I’ve got to desire it and want it.”

Newsletter Success The Newsletter Pro has roots in a side business of Buck’s that offered three products: newsletters, new mover marketing letters, and birthday mailers for restaurants. Buck devoted himself full-time to the business in 2012, but sales were struggling. The problem turned out to be the three-product focus. Buck was stretching himself thin working to retain customers for all three products — but when he analyzed sales, he realized the newsletter product had never lost a customer.

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behind. On September 1, 2012 I made the decision to focus on newsletters exclusively, and by the end of the year our business doubled.”

As the company has experienced rapid growth, Buck has been mindful not to be snared by “no one can lead as well as I can” thinking. Instead, he’s collaborated with team members to create systems and processes, and then empowered his employees to evolve them as needed.

“Two of our core values are ‘collaborate to innovate’ and ‘multiply native genius.’ We’re all going to put our heads together and come up with the right idea,” Buck says. “I don’t care whether it’s my idea, I just want it to be the best idea. I have team members who are wicked smart about certain things, so I rely on their native genius.”

Coached to the Next Level of Success Buck has enlisted the help of a business coach to guide him through the next phase of growth. With experience managing a company with sales that surpass The Newsletter Pro’s, the coach is positioned to help Buck see obstacles and plan ahead to avoid them.

Early on, the coach looked at Buck’s management structure and recommended immediately training two new managers to cover expected growth. “He said, ‘Trust me — if you don’t train two new managers, very shortly you’re going to be so overloaded that your

world is going to be hell,’” Buck says. As business increased and Buck raced to complete his new managers’ training, he realized hesitating would have been a disaster, and that his coach’s advice had been spot-on.

Buck’s Secret to Success “People don’t understand how expensive it is to constantly bring in new customers,” Buck says. “So we’re all about retention. One of the reasons businesses struggle with growth is because so many customers are going out the back door.” Buck recommends companies take a sober look at their retention numbers and work to encourage repeat business.

He also recommends that companies pay attention to their longterm follow-up. He notes that 36 percent of The Newsletter Pro’s sales are established within 30 days of initial customer contact — and that’s the point after which many businesses will stop following up with potential clients. An additional 27 percent of his business is established between 31 and 90 days after contact.

“We don’t give up on potential customers,” Buck says. “They’re getting emails and direct mail as well as newsletters. An additional 29 percent of our sales this year came from 366 days or more after contact — it took 12 months for them to make a buying decision.

Those customers represent more than $1 million in new revenue.

All because we didn’t give up on following up with them.”

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idaho digital learning academy Growing Idaho’s Future Tech Workforce

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strong workforce is the lifeblood that fuels the growth of a healthy state economy. However, according to non-profit Alliance for Science & Technology Research in America (ASTRA), Idaho is projected to grow the number of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) jobs to 88,630 by 2025. Because of the dynamics of administering a robust education in a rural state, Idaho has several challenges to overcome to create the talent required to fill these positions. But thanks to the efforts of the Idaho Digital Learning Academy (IDLA), the talent gap is getting smaller each day.

The Idaho Digital Learning Academy is Idaho’s state sponsored online school created by the Idaho Legislature in 2002. IDLA accomplishes its mission through providing online courses, professional development for educators, and support for integrating technology in schools. For a rural state like Idaho, where it can be difficult for small school districts to gain access to advanced classes or professional training, IDLA is a game changer. In the first year of enrollment, IDLA served 850 students, today, 25,480 students are enrolled.

As part of its mission, IDLA seeks to expand course offerings in areas that urgently need to be filled in Idaho schools. Through its involvement in the community, leaders of IDLA were invited to join the education committee organized through the Idaho Technology Council (ITC). Members of IDLA and the ITC agreed

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that providing greater access to computer science education would not only prepare Idaho students for jobs of the future, but also provide opportunities to build foundational skills relevant for all future careers.

Blaine Bergeson, one of the committee chairs, explained, “Most students will not graduate with a degree in computer science, but that is not the main purpose for teaching computer science to all students at all grade levels. It should be taught to all students because it develops fundamental skills in creativity, logic, collaboration, and both verbal and written communication. I know of no other subject that has the ability to develop such a broad set of skills that are foundational to many fields of study and has become essential in almost all careers and entertainment.”

Industry members, led by the ITC, had already created a strong foundation to build on. Through the strong collaboration between industry, school districts, and state government, Idaho became one of the first states to allow computer science to count as a core graduation requirement for high schools. In addition, Idaho was making significant progress in developing certification pathways for computer science teachers and in allocating funding for computer science professional development. With these initiatives underway, the next step was finding a way for each Idaho school to gain access to computer science courses.

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Shortly after IDLA joined the education committee, ITC leadership had just finished vetting different computer science education programs for Idaho. The committee recommended using Code. org, a non-profit organization which provides free and accredited curriculum for computer science education. The main obstacle to implementing Code.org’s curriculum was the requirement for each individual school district to sign a partnership agreement.

Because of the requirements for district partnership, there was a significant obstacle for small Idaho districts to gain access to Code. org’s considerable resources.

Enter IDLA’s innovative solution: Recognize IDLA as a regional partner and use their organization as the vehicle to distribute Code.org curriculum to all students throughout Idaho. Code.org had never signed a statewide partnership before, but they were intrigued by the possibility. After Hadi Partovi, the CEO of Code. org, met with IDLA’s Board of Directors in the Fall of 2014, he became supportive of creating a strong partnership that would benefit Idaho students.

After the partnership was signed, Idaho made tremendous strides to make computer science education available to students throughout the state and in training educators to teach the specialized curriculum. Prior to the Code.org partnership, there were only six teachers in the entire state qualified to teach computer science.

After the first year of Code.org implementation, there were 35 qualified teachers, and that number has steadily increased as more educators see the value of providing computer science classes to their students. To date, Idaho has funded training to four hundred K-12 teachers over the past 16 months. Most importantly, Idaho students are taking advantage of the opportunities that have opened up through access to computer science courses. For the Boise School District, within only one year, the number of students in these courses has skyrocketed from 40 to 370.

Such rapid growth has not gone unnoticed. In 2015, Code.org’s Hadi Partovi returned to Idaho as a guest speaker for the Idaho Technology Council’s Hall of Fame Featuring the Idaho Innovation Awards. During his remarks, Partovi praised Idaho for being one of the top three states in the country for making progress in advancing

computer science education. Such high praise places Idaho on nearly equal footing with Washington and Arkansas, states that have benefited from the advocacy of corporate titans like Amazon. com and Wal-Mart.

This progress is only made possible through IDLA’s innovative model, which is particularly effective in supporting students in rural areas. Because of IDLA’s expertise, Code.org invited them to present at the Professional Learning Partner event, hosted at the White House earlier this year. At this panel discussion, they had the opportunity to discuss best practices for the regional implementation of computer science. Their insights helped Code. org develop a new Regional Partner program, which will help others follow Idaho’s example in providing computer science education statewide.

Nimisha Roy, Regional Manager at Code.org, explained, “The experiences we have with partners like IDLA help us shape and build new statewide partnerships. IDLA is a pioneer in helping us establish what statewide partnerships look like at Code.org, and what they have the potential to achieve.” Applications for Code. org’s new program will open in April 2017, and was made possible through Idaho ingenuity helping lead the way.

IDLA’s track record of success can also be attributed to its strong collaboration between key stakeholders, including industry, school districts, and Idaho state government. Through these strategic relationships, IDLA has gained valuable connections with policymakers and gathered insights to help develop new courses and programs. Through successfully leveraging these partnerships, IDLA has helped position Idaho as a national leader in growing a well-educated, tech-savvy future workforce.

Looking towards the future, it’s clear that the rapid adoption of computer science education will only mean good things for Idaho.

Computer science impacts the educational experience through teaching relevant skills and preparing students for the 21st century workforce. The thousands of companies that call Idaho home will ultimately benefit from a robust and well-educated talent pool, thanks to the innovation of the Idaho Digital Learning Academy.

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STORY AMANDA LEONA | PHOTOS JIM PETERSON

What makes the Dental R.A.T. unique, is its foot petal. Affectionately named “Boomer,” the foot mouse is the world’s first wireless, fully-functional foot mouse. Invented by Becky Logue, a former dental hygienist, it allows the hygienist to be efficient while remaining hands-free. Patients love the combination of the technologyand sanitation and they can characterize improve care resulting in more opportune follow-ups.

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Once you purchase the R.A.T. there are no additional costs sustained for basic use. It has adjustable speeds and audible readings while entering data.

The additional advantage which established is Boomer, a foot-operated mouse comprehensive with left and right click buttons for dental operatory where periodontal charting is infrequently desired.

Outside of the dental operatory, Boomer is especially beneficial for those with restricted use of their arms and hands. The use of any handsfree charting technology must help to upsurge the production. Many individuals like to identify their numbers to associate with previous exams. Now they can hear the numbers vocalized back to them by the computer.

A New Look for Periodontal Charting

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mouse is just a mouse unless it’s a Dental RAT, R.A.T. that is, a Remote Access Terminal. The latest in periodontal charting, the Dental R.A.T. is a hands-free solution that helps to improve productivity, hygienist efficiency, and most importantly, eliminates cross-contamination.

The Dental R.A.T., made in Idaho, has voice-recognition technology, providing audio feedback for the hygienist, as well as patient education and increased production. Additionally, the product is virtually “plug-and-play,” interfacing with existing dental practice software. This results in increased accuracy of documentation which satisfies the intricacies of insurance billing requirements.Training is straightforward. In 30 minutes or less, familiarity with the workflow can be commanded, aided by easy-to-follow training videos. It’s an advantage to have your hands free to work in the patient’s mouth and not have to de-glove after every patient quadrant to manually write down the perio numbers. The benefits are countless as it provides you easy and hygienic operation. Adding more to its quality the Dental Rat made in Idaho is fuss-free. So you don’t need to worry about if you aren’t willing to use your hands for Boomer, it’s typically welcome you into the new market.

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STORY BRANDI ROBERTS | PHOTOS COURTESY SOLITUDE RIVER TRIPS

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Finding Solitude

daho is a paradise for the adventurous, and the Middle Fork of the Salmon River is Willi Cannell’s playground. Cannell, owner of Solitude River Trips, provides full service, allinclusive fly fishing and rafting trips exclusively on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River.

People from all over the world are discovering the remote and rugged mountains and dynamic rivers of central Idaho. The Middle Fork of the Salmon River runs through the center of the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. At 2.3 million acres, this is the largest roadless wilderness area in the lower 48 states. Known for its scenic beauty and crystal clear water, this river flows south to north over the span of 100 miles. Solitude River trips descend through 3,000 ft. of varying landscapes and ecosystems, from the subalpine forests to the desert canyonlands.

“I honestly believe that the more people to experience the Middle Fork, the better this world becomes. I operate exclusively on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, which is a really special place for me and my guides and our guests.” Cannell also aims to provide the most comfortable, convenient, and unforgettable wilderness fly fishing and rafting experience in North America.

With over 100 miles of wilderness possibilities, Solitude River Trips offers a bit of something for every adventurer.

Along the river, guests can learn secrets of the past through the Native American pictographs and through remains of old pioneer and hermit homesteads. Guests have the opportunity to hike, swim, soak in the natural hot springs, and witness some spectacular waterfalls. Because the river is a natural magnet for wildlife, guests may get the opportunity to see otters, bald eagles, elk, bighorn sheep, deer, and other beautiful creatures.

The guides of Solitude River Trips have over 100 years combined experience on the Middle Fork. This depth of knowledge

combined with their attention to detail ensures that every guest has a unique and unforgettable experience. The guides also handle all the gourmet cooking, cleaning, and camp set up; this is truly a first class adventure.

Solitude River Trips is the only Orvisendorsed expedition on the Salmon River.

National Geographic Society’s Adventure magazine chose them as one of the “Best Outfitters on Earth.”

What the guests are saying: “The 6 days that I spent with you all was like nothing I have ever experienced. The Middle Fork of the Salmon River is like no other

place I have ever been. You and your crew made our time there so effortless and calm.

I cannot thank you enough for that.”- Mark H., Texas “If someone is looking for a truly premium fishing trip with the best of the best guides and an outfit run by people that really care then Solitude River Trips should be your first choice on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River.”- Bill P., Washington Deep in the heart of the Idaho backcountry is an opportunity for families and friends to connect on a deeper level, feel a renewed sense of freedom, and for finding solitude.

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STORY BAVANI | PHOTOS JIM PETERSON

waffle me up!

A Boise Couple Starts a Waffle Shop that Boasts Handcrafted, Gourmet Waffles

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affle Me Up, Baby!” I squelched the temptation to shout that out as I entered Waffle Me Up. Leaving the frigid temperatures at the door, I was greeted by the heavenly aroma of waffles and the warmth of husband and wife owners, Hector and Josie Garcia. The choice of name for the restaurant, Hector says is, “modern, hip, and a verb” which his regulars find fun and inviting.

Waffle Me Up is not your ordinary run of the mill waffle shop. It is an authentic liège waffle shop that boasts Belgium’s most popular handcrafted, gourmet waffles. While the regular waffles most of us are accustomed to are confined to our breakfast tables, liège waffles can be eaten at any time of day, seated or on the go. These waffles show no age bias with the Garcias’ youngest customer being a toddler and oldest being 95.

I was privileged to be treated to The Original, a piping-hot liège waffle which incorporates the folding of imported Belgian pearl sugars into the dough creating a perfect caramelized, crunchy sweet exterior and soft, chewy center, blessed with a snowy deluge of powdered sugar. After a single bite, you are transported to the land of medieval rooftops and lovely canals and feel you can say, I may just have fallen in love, cue the “Hallelujah!”

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While the basic liège waffle is a melt in your mouth culinary journey on its own, the offered assortment of toppings that range from nutella, strawberries, cookie butter, and various flavors of coulis to havarti cheese, fried eggs, and bacon serve as a much deserved complement. Achieving the perfect waffle texture, Hector reflects, has been no easy feat. Years of trial and error have resulted in the acquired knowledge that the right combination of ingredients and the ideal temperature hold the key. The Bobacado, which is the Bob Deluxe, a waffle crowned with melted havarti cheese, market fried egg, bacon, syrup, basil, and avocado is a house favorite.

I was struck by the Garcias’ commitment to customer service as Hector was called away to help with the orders. Watching Hector and Josie work together in the kitchen was akin to witnessing a waltz. As Josie put so aptly, “our business is a story.” Leaving family and what they called home in Alaska, the Garcias made a bold move to Idaho 8 years ago. Their journey began at the Nampa Farmer’s Market which earned them a meager $20. This did not deter them from their goal. They were accepted into the Boise Farmer’s Market the following year and their unique niche of liège waffles took off like wild fire.

When asked what the secret of their success is, Hector shares, “I believe in the peanut cart philosophy. I started off with a small table, moved on to a food cart with wheels, then to a food truck, GREENBELT MAGAZINE | JAN - FEB 2017

and finally to a storefront. I planted seeds by building a regular base of raving fans through social media and farmer’s markets.

Repeat customers amazed me and they brought friends each time.”

The Garcias’ philosophy of hard work and entrepreneurship has guided the parenting of their children, Andy and Angelina, since they were toddlers. Affectionately dubbed the “waffle slayers,” the children’s pride of being part of this family-owned business is nurtured by learning the tricks of the trade and being included with helping out in the restaurant. They are not spared from duties including dish-washing which Hector feels will shape their commitment and responsibility to any path they choose in life.

the Boise Fry Company, bringing to life the perfect combination of waffles and fries. The next time you find yourself craving a wafflesome experience, which includes high speed Wi-Fi and a cuppa from their spanking brand new coffee machine, be sure to drop

by Waffle Me Up.

Gratitude is never far from the Garcias’ hearts. Josie comments, “We love giving back to the community. The community we live in is a great one and they have helped us out, one person at a time.”

The Garcias have helped the BSU Meistersingers with fundraising for a trip to Belgium. They have also collaborated with the Boise Rescue Mission and its past and present resident teens. Waffle Me Up opened their doors one evening to serve dinner and a dose of motivation by sharing their “if we can do it, you can do it” success story.

Hector and Josie are visionaries when it comes to Waffle Me Up. They intend to import and brand their own products such as pearl sugars, cookie butter, and Vermont syrup. They have t-shirts for sale and waffle necklaces in the making. The introduction of the sale of frozen waffles, home delivery, and perhaps, six storefronts in the northwest are not far from sight.

Located in an “epic” location as Hector calls it, a stone’s throw from the Capitol Building, Waffle Me Up shares its premises with

Waffle Me Up • 204 N. Capitol Blvd, Boise, Idaho 83702 • 208.412.7253

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STORY CODY EVANS | PHOTOS AMANDA ANTILLA

JENNIFER MAUK, OFFICE MANAGER AND SANDY ANDERSON, PRESIDENT (RIGHT)

buy idaho

Buy Idaho Promotes Different Products and Services that Idaho has to Offer

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hat is the best way to keep revenue in the state of Idaho you may wonder? Buy Idaho figures it’s by buying local Idaho products. When we support the products that local companies offer we keep the wealth circulating in Idaho rather than flowing out...just like the Boise River.

Buy Idaho is a non-profit organization that has helped serve the Idaho industry for 30 years. Sandy Anderson, Executive Director of Buy Idaho, explains that Buy Idaho, which was founded by Governor Otter, has strived to provide value and opportunities to the local companies that they serve.

Buy Idaho recently celebrated their 30th anniversary and befittingly was one of the first events to be held in the new downtown Boise Center. Twenty-five members were present at the event, accompanied by members of the public as well. One of the main contributors to the event was a long-time member and supporter, Intermountain Gas. The governor was the keynote speaker, and there were seminars for attendees to network and be educated on what Buy Idaho has done and what companies have to offer.

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The evening ended with a celebration that highlighted the accomplishments of the past 3 decades.

Buy Idaho has done a remarkable job promoting the diverse products and services that Idaho has to offer.

It was originally created as a “business-to-business resource,” explained Anderson, “to keep jobs, taxes, and money in Idaho.”

Today however, 1200 local businesses are involved in keeping what has been done in Idaho, in Idaho. When people think Buy Idaho they traditionally think potatoes and jelly, Anderson admits, but many of their trusted members offer services too.

Anderson said that they receive around two new members per week. These members have become a part of the Buy Idaho name to promote the brand and spread the meaningful message to encourage Idahoans to buy local.

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from gives consumers comfort, knowing they are re-investing in their own community by spending their hard-earned money in their own backyard. Continuing this message will be Buy Idaho’s legacy for the next thirty years to come.

Additional trade events are planned for the future, encouraging networking and social media awareness for the entire Idaho community. Anderson is hopeful for the future and expects to expand the organization further.

To keep the revenue created in Idaho, in Idaho, support the message of Buy Idaho by buying locally. Anderson and Buy Idaho would like to leave you with one last message, no matter if you are a business or consumer, “look for opportunities to Buy Idaho.”

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MCCALLCHAMBER.ORG/WINTER-CARNIVAL With iconic snow sculptures, Torchlight and Mardi Gras Parades, live music, and a variety of other daily events, the McCall Winter Carnival is a winter wonderland the whole family can enjoy.

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STORY JILLIAN MORONEY | PHOTOS CHUCK CHRISTESON

from garbage to greetings The Chique Lixo Line Features Cards For Life’s Occasions

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hreds of tea bag wrappers, old stamps, beer labels, and plane tickets sit in baskets around watercolor washes in the colorful and glittery studio of Boise-based Chique Lixo (Portuguese for chic garbage.) Heidi Marotz, owner and artist at the greeting card company spends hours transforming trash into collage that is printed on recycled paper for cards, prints, notepads, and magnets. The earth friendly card line is finished with glitter to add a bit of “fancy,” according to Marotz.

The Chique Lixo card line began when Marotz was managing a flower shop and wanted to design cards that were as original as the unique arrangements she created. “Stock cards were so boring and seemed especially out of place when paired with an avantgarde bouquet,” Marotz said. Initially doing little tie on cards, customers began asking for custom invitations, greeting cards, and holiday tags. The challenge of creating art for specific events and occasions became a full time job and Marotz stepped away from the floral industry to pursue greeting cards. The collage from trash component of her process began because, as she said, “The things we dispose of as a culture are so much a part of who we are and I wanted to take familiar things and create something new.” The Chique Lixo line features cards for most life occasions from babies 44

and weddings to birthdays, graduation, friendship , and sympathy.

In addition to the all-purpose collection, Chique Lixo has an Idaho catalog that includes many of the outdoor activities associated with the state. From Bike, Hike and Ski Idaho to Idaho Trails and familiar icons such as the Idaho Capitol and Barber Park, the Idaho line has been extremely popular in Boise and in many resort areas around the state, according to Marotz.

“I grew up in Coeur d’Alene, started my career as a reporter at the Idaho Statesman, and married and started a family in Boise before spending several years in Idaho Falls,” Marotz said. She and her husband returned to Boise three years ago. “Living in every region of the state has given me great appreciation for the diverse landscape and beauty of Idaho.” Keeping all parts of the production process in Idaho is an important commitment to Marotz.

The artwork developed in the Boise studio is mailed to Ucon, Idaho where the solo owner of Color Keys Printing and her eight schnauzers scan, set up, print, and fold the cards. Once created, the cards are shipped to Boise where individuals (and lifelong friends according to Marotz) help with the glittering process. Each card passes through human hands before Marotz’s husband Scott packages the cards. The artist-entrepreneur said in addition to GREENBELT MAGAZINE | JAN - FEB 2017

creating art every day, she is very fortunate to work with friends and other small business owners. “It’s a privilege to know everyone you work with and sell to on a first name basis.” She believes the popularity of social media and email has only enhanced the appreciation for “real cards” because something that arrives in an envelope can be put on a mantle, desk, or fridge. chiquelixo.com • 208.520.3638 • chiquelixo@gmail.com

Chique Lixo cards are currently available in Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. In Boise, cards are available at Boise Co-op; Hyde and Seek in Hyde Park; Mixed Greens; The Greenbelt Store at Boise Airport; Bee Wise Goods; Idaho Capitol Gift Shop (Idaho line only); Idaho Mountain Touring and Rediscovered Books.

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real estate

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The basement includes a large family room, fireplace, bedroom & 1/2 bath. A beautifully matured fully fenced backyard features a covered patio, a storage shed & an in-ground swimming pool. Just around the corner from Harrison Blvd, Camel’s Back Park, foothill trails, Hyde Park & Bogus Basin. SEE MORE AT TempletonRealEstateGroup.com

Home located in premier East Boise location with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Private lot offers gorgeous landscape and adjacent to neighborhood park. Ultra spacious master suite with walk-in closet, jetted tub and tile shower. Main level features open concept floor plan, showcases kitchen with granite counters and hardwood flooring and family room with cozy fireplace.

Main level bedroom and full bath. Brand new carpet, water softener and central vac. SEE MORE AT TempletonRealEstateGroup.com.

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Modern + Sleek + Stylish = A Recipe For PERFECTION! The Tallgrass by Tahoe Homes is Move-in Ready! The ‘to die for’ kitchen comes complete with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry providing tons of storage plus spacious countertops making the TALLGRASS the perfect home for entertaining anytime of the year! Located in picturesque Harris Ranch, The Foothills, the Boise River and Greenbelt are just a stone’s throw away!

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The over-sized windows of The ANGLE allow an abundance of natural light to fill the great room and highlight the designer details found throughout. The kitchen is functional and STUNNING with its custom floor-to-ceiling cabinets and striking countertops! Hardwood flooring can be found throughout the open and airy main level. The master suite is a lovely oasis at the end of the day - relax in the idyllic free-standing soaking tub, or wash the day away in the beautiful tile lined shower! Located in Harris Ranch, The ANGLE by Tahoe Homes is a gorgeous home that fits your lifestyle.

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Overlooking the Treasure Valley w/ the Owyhee Mountains in the distance stands an exquisitely built estate that embraces a world of accommodating features. Amid five hand-carved marble fireplaces, a 3 level spiral staircase & 2 levels of solid walnut floors, entertaining on a grand scale or relaxing in quiet contemplation is effortless. Enjoy breathtaking views while taking a dip in the salt water pool or relax in the home theatre. Minutes to downtown Boise & the airport, this immaculate home is priceless.

Get your chance to own this one-of-a-kind MidCentury Home in one of the most desired locations in Boise. Complete with an authentic Eichler design, this home was restored and expanded by Janice Stevenor Dale. With indoor/outdoor integration this courtyard approach to a back yard w/ built-in BBQ will entice you to entertain guest often! And a studio apartment! Don’t miss this! This kind of a home, in this part of town...you won’t see one like this in our market anytime soon or if ever again!

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The “Clearwater” by Boise Hunter Homes. Welcome to Harris Crossing at Harris Ranch! Located ON the Boise Greenbelt! Right next to Marianne Williams Park & Barber Park. Steps away from Trout fishing on the Boise River. 35+ Mile Greenbelt path. Boating and Fishing at Lucky Peak Reservoir. Miles of biking and hiking trails in the Boise Foothills. Shopping at the Boise Outlet Mall, Bown Crossing, and along Parkcenter Boulevard. Shops, Boutiques, and Restaurants for every budget at Bown Crossing. Photo Similar.

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dining guide A Westside Drive-In

1113 Parkcenter Blvd, Boise 208.424.0000 | www.cheflou.com

B Waterfront Grill at the Drink

M Bowl of Heaven, Eagle 435 S Eagle Road Suite 110, Eagle 208.939.0748 | bowlofheavenboise.com

N Cylos Lounge

3000 Lakeharbor Lane, Boise 208.853.5070 | thedrinkboise.com

C Mazzah

1065 E Winding Creek Drive, Eagle 208.939.6253 | facebook.com/cyloslounge

O Crooked Fence Barrelhouse

404 E Parkcenter Blvd, Boise 208.333.2223 | mazzahboise.com

D Lucky 13

5181 N Glenwood Street, Garden City 208.376.4200 | crookedfencebrewing.com

P Fork 199 N. 8th Street, Boise 208.287.1700 | boisefork.com

23662 South Eckert Rd, Boise 208.344.6967 | lucky13pizza.com

E Boise Fry Company

Q Bittercreek Ale House

3083 S Bown Way, Boise 208.965.1551 | boisefrycompany.com

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Café Olé Restaurant & Cantina

246 N. 8th Street in Downtown Boise 208.429.6340 | bcrfl.com/bittercreek

R The Dish

Boise Towne Square | 208.322.0222 3284 E Pine, Meridian | 208.887.3888 cafeole.com

G Bella Aquila

205 N. 10th St, Boise 208.344.4231 | thedishboise.com

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775 S Rivershore Ln, Eagle 208.938.1900 | bellaaquilarestaurant.com

H The Griddle

999 Main Street, Boise 208.342.4900 | angellsbarandgrill.com

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404 E Parkcenter Blvd #200, Boise 208.297.7615 | thegriddle.com

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Raw Sushi 2273 S Vista Ave, Boise 208.343.0270 | rawsushiboise.com

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Rice Contemporary 228 E Plaza St. Suite Q, Eagle 208.939.2595 | www.riceeagle.com

K Sa-wad-dee Thai Restaurant 1890 E Fairview Ave, Suite B, Meridian 208.884.0701 | www.sawaddeethai.com

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Proto’s Pizza 345 South 8th Street, Boise 208.331.1400 | www.protospizza.com

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Piper Pub 150 N 8th St. #200, Boise 208.343.2444| thepiperpub.com

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Juniper 211 N 8th St, Boise 208.342.1142 | juniperon8th.com

V Bardenay 610 W Grove St, Boise 208.426.0538 | bardenay.com

W Chandlers Hotel 43 | 981 West Grove Street, Boise 208.383.4300 | www.chandlersboise.com

X Bleubird Cafe 224 N. 10th St., Boise 208.345.1055 | www.bleubirdboise.com

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3 Highlands Hollow Brewhouse 2455 Harrison Hollow Lane, Boise 208.343.6820 | highlandshollowbrewhouse.com

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tasting rooms 4 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 5900 Pearl Road, Eagle 208.863.6561 | 3HorseRanchVineyards.com

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