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Page 8 | Visitors traditionally come to Yuma for winter warmth. Art, culture, Colorado River recreation and a rich history are bonus features. Now, there’s even more educational entertainment in store as Yuma parlays its agricultural heritage into an agri-tourism feast.

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Idaho Falls, ID A Global Western Community Page 14 | As home to the Idaho National Laboratory, this high-desert community attracts a gifted international populace who come for work and quickly embrace its easy lifestyle and recreational rewards.

26 | Ski Destinations

32 | Winter Getaways

Telluride, CO Destination of Choice Page 18 | Air travel makes it easy to access all the wonders of Telluride, a glorious location able to deliver a relaxing, unhurried getaway to an abundance of mountain treasure.

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38 | It’s Our Journey, Too

40 | Crossword Puzzle

Bright Lights, Big Little-City Page 19 | The “Biggest Little City in the World” packs an entertainment wallop that combines Vegas glitz, college-town culture and unique attractions all set among the endless outdoor opportunities of the Sierra Nevada range.

42 | Behind the Scenes

44 | Route Map

Red Lodge, MT Page 21 | The mile-high community at the eastern edge of Yellowstone National Park is rich in Western lore. Aside from tales of Buffalo Bill, the Sundance Kid and Liver-Eating Johnston, it also poses plenty of art, culture and year-round sport.

On the Cover Winter Welcome, a 14” x 16” watercolor by SkyWest Magazine art director Janie Budell incorporates Yuma produce and beckons visitors to explore the community’s new agri-tourism. Read more about Yuma on page 8. Learn more about the artist and her work on page 22.

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Dear Reader:

Christmas comes early to my world. It takes a long time to produce this magazine, and every year by mid-July savvy PR pros are wooing our office with ideas for this, our “holiday” issue. They push products ranging from the sublime, such as personalized gingerbread mansions and treadmills equipped with Nintendo screens, to the sensible—pocket-sized Bluetooth keyboards and gadget-charging backpacks. Sifting and sorting though all the info, I learn about magnets that keep razorblades sharp, a drive-by golf ball retriever (The Scramble Scooper) and a replica of Captain James Kirk’s Skyship chair and more—lots and lots more. It’s impossible to make well-researched recommendations with so much to investigate, and so I tend to ignore the superfluity of stuff. Swimming through the materialistic maze does give me cause to pause, however. It’s easy to realize that despite our economic woes, humankind’s appetite for the next “hot” thing is alive and well. Experience teaches us that the promise often outpaces the result. Would a 3-D, 103-inch, $65,000 television really make my husband happy? Not unless supersizing assured his beloved Boston Celtics a championship. As for me, how many sweaters can I wear at a time? Or even in the course of a season? When it comes to kids, hasn’t every weary parent of a toddler marveled when an empty box gets more playtime than the hard-toassemble toy it contained? Can “soft-as-apuppy” electronic pets really make anyone feel loved—even if batteries enable them to “breathe realistically for up to three months?”

Stuff isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Life is meant to be lived, not observed. Joy doesn’t come from things; it comes from doing things—especially for and with people you care about. This holiday season let me suggest two sure-fire gifts certain to please and easy to remember. They both start with “T.” Time and travel—preferably in a combo package—are the substance of memories. Gather up a group of friends or assemble the family—a couple of generations-worth if possible—and plot an adventure. Discover the wonders of some lesser-known “Best Places,” communities rich in history and recreation such as the ones featured in this magazine. Plan a ski getaway or a mid-winter desert break; consider next summer and make sure your passports are in order. Order new ones if necessary. There are broad horizons out there, and exploring the planet has never been easier. United Express service by SkyWest links communities large and small with an ever-expanding roster of destinations within our borders and beyond. So, chart a new course this holiday season. Give your loved ones the world. Happy Skies,

CJ Colleen Birch Maile Editor in Chief PS. Remember this is supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year.” Practice a little goodwill toward your fellow passengers, especially when traveling. You’ll feel good when you do.

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SkyWest Continues to Evolve and Innovate Dear Passenger: You can tell a lot about a company by its people. At SkyWest Airlines, we’re lucky to have nearly 11,000 of the industry’s best and brightest. That’s why each year we set aside one week to celebrate the people, places, processes and traditions that set apart SkyWest as an industry leader in service. This year, our Appreciation Week celebrations centered around two concepts that have remained a constant focus at SkyWest: evolve and innovate. We’ve been able to enhance nearly every aspect of our airline based on these concepts and our traditional Guiding Principles: - Health and Safety First - Excellent Service and Quality - Personal and Operational Reliability - Fairness and Consistency - Respect and Teamwork - Personal and Corporate Integrity - Superior Profitability and Efficient Use of All Resources We have fine-tuned our already exceptional commitment to quality in the areas of training and education, investing countless hours and resources in preparing our professionals before they ever encounter the public. We’ve introduced new leadership classes, improved safety programs and refined audit processes in flight decks (or cockpits) across our vast route network. Our Flight Operations and InFlight teams have launched an Advanced Qualification Program, making SkyWest among the first in our business to upgrade to an enhanced training process that focuses on results and outcomes—not just theories and scenarios. With some 1,700 departures across our route network each day, our mechanics remain vigilant about spending time with every one of our 294 aircraft on a daily basis. Across our operation, we’re utilizing fuel-conservation programs for a better environment, refining our schedules to ensure you reach your destination on time, and we’re serving in the communities where we live and work. Finally, we’re providing more advanced technology and tools for our professionals to stay current on the many technical aspects that go along with ensuring our customers safety and satisfaction. You may ask, why, with such a solid product, does SkyWest maintain such a stringent focus on progress. The answer is simple: we know that while the world around us has changed, your expectations for great service haven’t. And that’s why together we set out each day at SkyWest to ensure your expectations are met. There are hundreds of examples I could use to illustrate what the SkyWest team has accomplished together to make SkyWest a better airline for our customers. And everywhere I look throughout SkyWest’s workforce, I see our Guiding Principles at work—from efficient use of all resources to personal and operational reliability, from respect and teamwork to an unparalleled focus on excellent service and quality. We’re always looking for ways to improve, so whether you have a suggestion or simply an observation of one of our many professionals doing a great job, I’d love to hear from you. I’m continually humbled to be a part of the amazing SkyWest team, and on behalf of nearly 11,000 of us at SkyWest, I am proud to welcome you aboard United Express, operated by SkyWest Airlines. Welcome Aboard!

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Yuma, Arizona: A Traveler’s Bounty by Lou Jurassic

uma, Arizona never lacks visitors. Each winter, travelers fleeing chillier climes almost double the town’s population size. They come to bask in perpetual sunshine and enjoy bone-warming weather. Daytime temperatures typically hover in the 70s and often climb higher. The area gets only three inches of annual precipitation and claims the Guinness World Record for most hours of yearly sun. You’d expect that much warmth from a place situated where the Sonoran and Mojave deserts converge. But don’t let any dusty stereotypes invade your brain. Yuma is not an arid town. It owes its very existence to a choice location beside the Colorado River. More than 400 years ago, Spanish explorers realized they’d discovered the optimal location to cross that mighty expanse near the place we now know as Yuma. A settlement developed in the 1700s. Steamboats made the river crossing easier in the mid-1800s. In 1915 a bridge was built linking Arizona and points east to California and the Pacific Ocean. The river continues to set Yuma apart from every other desert refuge. Its waters do much more than offer a list of “something-for-everyone” recreation. They also make the desert bloom. Yuma, you see, is much more than a snowbird’s haven. It is also among the nation’s most productive agricultural areas—the winter lettuce capital of the world. No exaggeration there. If you like a little salad with your holiday meal, chances are very high that the greens were grown in this valley, irrigated with Colorado River water. “These days more and more people are interested in where their food comes from,” Kristan Sheppeard, director of agricultural tourism for the city’s visitors bureau, said. “That’s one of the reasons we’re expanding our efforts in this area.” For more than a decade Yuma has played up its agricultural heritage with a signature March event, Lettuce Days. Some producers—like the date ranchers across the river in the Bard Valley, and local citrus and berry growers—have been offering tours of their fields and facilities for a long time. Others lure tourists with gift shops and confectionaries. Now, Yuma is doing more 8 | skyWest Magazine November/December 2010 united express

Yuma’s Ocean-to-Ocean Bridge opened in 1915 to much fanfare. At the time i miles. Renovated in 2002, it is now on the National Register of Historic Place

to marry its agriculture and tourism industries. The result is the Field to Feast Agricultural Tour, a unique recreational experience that is as educational as it is enjoyable. “We wanted to create fresh experiences for people who visit Yuma. We are a world-renown agricultural community that’s functioning 365 days a year. So our new agricultural emphasis is an authentic reflection of who we are,” program manager Sheppeard explained.

image: courtesy Arizona Farm Bureau Bridge: Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area Corporation

Yuma’s new emphasis on agri-tourism gives visitors insight into the area’s lettuce industry. At the height of production, it takes 40,000 workers a day to harvest leafy greens.

it was the only vehicle bridge across the Colorado River for more than 1,200 es.

Field to Feast begins this January. It is the brainchild of the Yuma Visitors Bureau Director Susan Sternitzke, who immediately enlisted the aid of The University of Arizona and local culinary education programs. Sheppeard explained that diners taking part in the tours will meet at the historic Quartermaster Depot. Then a guide from the university’s cooperative extension office will accompany them on a bus trip to fields planted specifically for the tours. “They’ll make a menu

selection from recipe cards. Then they’ll go into the fields and pick all the ingredients for their meals,” said Sheppeard. After the “harvest,” the participants tour more fields, learning about the methods and means of growing vegetables. Meanwhile, culinary students from Arizona Western College transport the fixings to the kitchen. When the field tours conclude, everyone sits down to eat an extraordinarily fresh meal. Sheppeard explained, “They’ll all gather for a very nice lunch served in a lovely location.” Besides adding a new adventure to Yuma’s already long list of things to see and do, Field to Feast will also serve to inform the public about the driving force behind Yuma’s economy, according to Bruce Gwynn, a civic leader with an impressive agricultural heritage. His great-grandfather, José Maria Redondo, constructed 27 miles of irrigation canals in the mid-1860s. His grandfather, E.F. Sanguinetti, was among the 20th century’s foremost local entrepreneurs. Gwynn’s own resumé includes a roster of community activities, including many associated with agriculture. As a founding member of the Southwest Agricultural Summit, he quickly recognized the educational potential of the Field to Farm program. “Our roots are strong in the soil. All of the businesses in this area depend upon the ups and downs of agriculture. That’s one of the reasons we’ve fared well through the recessions. However, so many new people come to town and they don’t know about our heritage. This new tourism activity makes people aware of both the labor intensiveness of what we do and the great efforts we take to make sure their food is safe. They’ll learn about the Arizona Leafy Green Initiative, self-imposed guidelines that the growers abide by. For example, if a dog so much as walks into a field, that field will not be harvested. It’s over. Lettuce is a high value crop. So, we’re very, very careful to make sure that it is safe. I believe these new ag’ tours will instill 9

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public confidence in our processes and offer a very unique experience for our visitors because Yuma is so unique. We’re at the center of more than a million acres of irrigated, arid farmland. There’s no place like it,” he said. Susan Sternitzke, the visitors bureau director, agreed. “Yuma is an amazing community with incredible culture and a $2-billion agriculture industry that has not been showcased—until now,” she said. Bruce Gwynn shown here at the Sanguinetti House Museum’s gardens encourages all visitors to tour Yuma’s historical sites.

Hometown Hints: 2. Encounter the Environment: Kristan Sheppeard moved to Yuma from San Diego more than 12 years ago. “In California there are a million and a half experiences, and yet when I have family come from San Diego or Orange County, we can always find something new and exciting for them to do. They absolutely love it here. There are sand dunes and the river and lakes and reservoirs and wetlands and bird sanctuaries. Mountains to the east and west. Beautiful views and lots of outdoor activity. It is just a fun place to be.”

1. Make a Date with History: Bruce Gwynn traces his Yuma pedigree back to the mid-19th century when his great-grandfather José Maria Redondo became the first settler to irrigate the desert. It’s no wonder he recommends a date with history. “I like to tell people we have more 3. Eat Like a Local: Yuma is history here than they do back home to a bevy of restaurants. east. They always look surprised Top picks include: The Garden until I remind them that our Café, famous for tortilla soup and history goes back to the 1700s tri-tip. It’s only open in winter when the Spanish came through. when guests make the most of My grandfather E.F. Sanguinetti the outdoor dining space; Lutes came here when he was 17 years Casino, the oldest pool hall in the old in the late 1800s when there state serves up delicious, albeit couldn’t have been more than peculiar, bar food. Potato taco mud huts. He worked hard, anyone? Carla Renee’s boasts a prospered, and his house is now chef trained at the Culinary InstiYuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park home to the Yuma Historical Socitute in Scottsdale and a reputaety. He also had a big role in bringing the Territorial tion as Yuma’s best in fine dining. Prison to town. That’s a great place to go. Every When it comes to ingenuity and innovation, no visitor should see it. The Quartermaster Depot is eatery tops the Main Street Café in Somerton, a also very interesting.” 20-minute drive from Yuma. Developed by the The old Army supply depot is now a museum non-profit Regional Center for Border Health featuring exhibits that detail Yuma’s history. Gwynn (RCBH), it strives to help impoverished women finds the story of the Colorado River Siphon among develop life skills and job training opportunities in the most fascinating. “This is early 1900s technology. the food industry. Open weekdays from 8 a.m. to They dug a tunnel straight down the river, under it 4:30 p.m. the restaurant serves healthful food in a and up the other side and lined it with concrete. It is delightful environment. Amanda Aguirre, CEO and still operating today.” You can see the siphon and President of the RCBH, oversees the program. She the head of the Yuma Valley Canal just a quick stroll is also an Arizona State Senator and a nutritionist from the depot at Yuma Crossing State Park. with a Master’s Degree from UCLA. She explained, continued on page 12

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Prison: Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area Corporation Bruce Gwynn: Ann Walker/ Yuma Visitors Bureau

From bird-watching to panning for gold, from water sports to touring historic sites or catching an air show at one of the military bases, Yuma has so much to see and do, it isn’t easy knowing where to start. Here’s some insider info to make deciding easier:

Yuma fields in winter are an art form! Spinach is one of Yuma’s many specialty crops

are exported internationally. These are specialized crops customized according to European markets. So our sessions will be highlighting some of the more unusual crops that surround us.” n

Save The Date: Celebrate Yuma’s Unique Place in American Culture! February 11-13 | Yuma River Days honors the river’s history, beauty and recreational attributes. March 11–13 | Yuma Lettuce Days salutes leafy greens and other winter-grown vegetables with a star-studded roundup of culinary masters.

Won’t you please help us?

Our shelter — Yuma’s only animal shelter was built in 1965 to serve a population of 40,000. Today, Yuma’s population has grown to over 200,000. The shelter was originally designed to accommodate a total of 75 dogs and cats. Although the kennels were expanded in the mid-1980’s our shelter is still not large enough to meet the demand of the current population. In 2009, we took in close to 12,000 animals! The aging shelter, with inadequate drainage, poor ventilation, and a deteriorating structure, is unable to provide a safe, healthy, and humane environment for the thousands of animals coming through the doors every year. National studies indicate that a well designed, fully equipped, and highly visible shelter dramatically increases the number of visitors, which results in higher adoption rates. Our new shelter will have a low-cost spay and neuter clinic operating full time. This will reduce the number of stray and homeless animals, thereby reducing the community’s euthanasia rate. Our goal is to save more lives! Please help us by donating to our new shelter fund at hsoyuma. com or by calling us at (928) 388-4785. 12 | skyWest Magazine November/December 2010 united express

A non-profit dedicated to helping Yuma’s pets in need.

spinach: Kurt D. Nolte Fields: Arizona Farm Bureau

“One of the things we highlight at the Main Street Café is that our food is prepared fresh. There’s an emphasis on good nutrition. So we offer food that’s grilled or baked. There are a variety of choices but patrons can be assured that they are all created with a mind to healthy eating. We keep calories in mind and pay attention to where they come from. We want to present high protein, good fruits and vegetables in a way that is fun and tasteful. It’s colorful, entertaining and unique to southwestern Arizona.” In conjunction with the new emphasis on agritourism, the Main Street Café presents classes on how to cook locally grown produce. “We are the lettuce capital of the world,” Aguirre said “but many people don’t realize we also grow a variety of vegetables that

America’sB est Places | Idaho Falls, ID

Where the World Meets the High Desert

At first glance, Idaho Falls, Idaho seems like many other rural American communities. There are feed stores, farm implement dealerships and plenty of pickup trucks. Traffic is sparse. People are neighborly. The pastoral patina is genuine. It also belies the fact that this is no ordinary farm town. Idaho Falls, home to one of only ten U.S. Department of Energy multi-program laboratories, the Idaho National Laboratory, benefits from an uncommon small-town populace. Its citizens come from across the nation and throughout the world to enjoy purposeful work, easy living and abundant recreational opportunities. Lifelong Bostonian Kara Gallagher met her future husband, a New Yorker, on the slopes of Jackson Hole, Wyoming in 2004. Together they made and the winters are actually easier than they are out the decision to move west. Both now work at the east. It is a dry cold so we get snow packed roads as Idaho National Laboratory (INL) and relish the high- opposed to sheets of ice.” Gallagher, who traded desert lifestyle. Gallagher, INL manager of human her Jetta for a four-wheel drive Subaru, touts easy resources, recalled her first encounter with her new access to cross-country and skate-skiing trails as hometown. “The ease of living here really impressed another Idaho Falls plus. me. In Boston I lived downtown and worked outside In the summer Gallagher and her husband the city, so I conducted my life from my car in the mountain bike in the hills surrounding Idaho Falls midst of the “big dig” [a massive construction project and camp in the nearby mountains. Their son re-routing Boston’s main highway into a 3.5 mile enjoys short jaunts to hot springs. “The whole stress tunnel]. Here, the ability to leave my house, stop for level of getting ready to do something fun is a really good cup of coffee and be at work in 20 min- reduced here. We can take off at a moment’s notice; utes, was amazing. you need not worry about “In Boston an annual campsites. They’re everywhere.” parking pass costs more than Gallagher’s east coast visi$100,000. A starter home in tors are amazed at her ability Idaho Falls is about the same to access so much recreation. price. Here you can have two “My parents like to walk the homes for the price of a Boston Idaho Falls Greenbelt and play condo. We have a toddler, and it’s golf. The community courses a wonderful family environment. are amazing and you can play at We have a four-bedroom home a moment’s notice. We also tend on three acres for a third of what to use our Idaho Falls home as a a condo would cost in Boston.” base to see other parts of Idaho Kara Gallagher enjoys easy living. Gallagher and her family do own a condo. It’s in and Wyoming.” It takes a few hours to drive to Driggs, Idaho near the Grand Targhee Ski Resort Yellowstone National Park and Jackson Hole, where they hold season passes. “I’ve always been Wyoming over a scenic mountain pass. a skier,” she explained. “Grand Targhee is a very Joel Duling also enjoys Idaho Falls’ recreational easy drive from Idaho Falls. It takes about an bounty. The INL program director for the specific hour-and-a-half to get to Driggs, and there are manufacturing capability moved from Columbus, two stoplights the entire way. It’s so easy to ski here Ohio 12 years ago. Back then he was a big city guy. 14 | skyWest Magazine November/December 2010 united express

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Joel Duling, a former “big city” guy loves Idaho backcountry.

the quality of Idaho Falls life unparalleled. “I don’t think there’s ever been a traffic jam. Even though it is a small town, because of the breadth of the professionals the INL brings, we have a worldwide mix of people. We have a lot of culture. There’s a very nice theater downtown and a wonderful museum. The Museum of Idaho is not large but it has some very exciting exhibits. I recently attended one on dogs and their kinship to human kind and their progression from wolf to dog. The museum director gave us a guided tour.” Joel Duling agrees “One of my first impressions was that we might be deprived of art and culture. But the truth is I have seen more art and culture up close in Idaho Falls than I did in places like Cincinnati and Los Angeles. In those places I didn’t want to fight the crowds. Here we go to the Colonial Theater and see great performances and it’s so easy. It’s really fantastic.” Kara Gallagher, the human resources manager, offered an explanation for Idaho Falls multi-faceted lifestyle. “It is a very warm and welcoming community, and it is also interesting to see the impact that the INL has on the town. We recruit internationally and that mixes things up a bit. The lab has a very positive influence on the diversity of Idaho Falls. Because of INL, it is a major research center. Idaho Falls is also home to a medical center serving a 200-mile radius and it remains a farming community. It’s a very interesting blend. I can’t imagine living anywhere else,” she said. n

What This Means for Travelers Idaho Falls is a reasonably priced launch pad for a wealth of adventure. Yellowstone National Park is just an hour and a half to the north. Jackson Hole, Wyoming lies over the Teton Pass. Exceptional fishing and hunting opportunities are even closer.

Jennifer Jorge: Idaho National Laboratory/Chris Morgan Joel Duling: Joel W. Duling

“I’d grown up in Detroit, lived in LA and Tampa and traveled a lot. At first I thought ‘this is a really small town.’ But, after just a little while we were in love with it. There are so many activities you can enjoy here that you just don’t have back east. The outdoor recreation is incredible. I like to ski and go snowmobiling during the winter and camping during the summer. I also go adventure riding, loading everything into an off-road vehicle and heading into the mountains.” Last summer, Duling spent three days on his KTM 625 motorcycle riding along Idaho’s Forest Service roads and backcountry trails. He covered 1,000 miles through pine-covered mountains punctuated by tiny towns and rushing rivers. “I hit the middle, north and south forks of the Salmon, all forks of the Payette, the Boise and the Selway rivers. It was incredible scenery and very few people. We met a state worker doing backcountry patrols as we went over Elk Summit. It’s high—around 11,000 feet—and he said ‘give me a call when you get to the other side.’ Everybody here is so friendly; they really look out for you.” Jennifer Jorge, a relative newcomer, concurs. The INL department manager for environmental stewardship and water management moved from West Palm Beach, Florida 18 months ago. “When I first got here I had to run around with a map. Jennifer Jorge who moved from Florida finds I kept getting lost and Idaho Falls friendly citizens refreshing. people were so helpful and friendly. That’s very refreshing.” In terms of fun Jorge enjoys driving to Yellowstone and Jackson Hole where last summer she took a whitewater raft trip down the Snake River. She notes that her excursions aren’t limited to major attractions. “There are also wonderful small mountain towns in Idaho like McCall that are absolutely beautiful but people have to tell you about them because you don’t know they’re there.” A seasoned resident of the world, Jorge’s work has taken her to posts in Sweden, Ghana, the Dominican Republic, Panama and Brazil. She finds

Richard Boardman Energy Security Initiative Lead

People. Passion. Purpose. AMERICA’S ENERGY FUTURE is being created right here in Idaho. At INL, not only are we at the forefront of next generation nuclear energy research, we’re also studying and developing alternative energy resources. Things like converting sewer sludge into high-quality biodiesel fuel, developing customizable nanoparticles that could make solar panels dramatically more efficient, and refining a low-carbon way to produce hydrogen from water. We’re also working to combine the best aspects of nuclear, hydrocarbon, and renewable energy sources into a single integrated energy system. These are just a few of the energy-related programs INL scientists and technicians are working on to increase our security, prosperity, and quality of life. THAT’S THE ENERGY OF INNOVATION.

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America’sB est Places | Telluride, CO

A Choice Destination

by Lou Jurassic

Winter Fun : Winter sports have been a part of Telluride since 19th century Scandinavian miners schussed down the slopes to get to the town’s plethora of bars and bordellos. As the mines played out and population dwindled, die-hard residents continued to play in the steep and deep powder. They built the first makeshift towrope lift in 1937. Skiing became an important part of the economy in 1972 when the Telluride Mountain Resort opened. The sport’s been on the upswing ever since. In 1995, the old-mining-town-turned-ski-retreat got a glitzy new neighbor Mountain Village. A planned community patterned after a European Alpine town, it’s just a quick gondola ride from the main resort. Together they present a formidable mountaintop experience complete with exceptional dining, lodging, shopping and every imaginable snowy diversion. This season, a new enclosed snowcat carries diners to the nation’s highest wine bar—Alpino Vino. It’s at an elevation of 11,966 feet. (FYI: altitude enhances alcohol’s effects.) Endless Recreation : Skiing continues into April. Springtime dawdles at this elevation, but by June the summer season is in full swing, equaling winter’s adventure options. Pick your pleasure— mountain biking, camping, backpacking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, off-road exploring on ATVs or motorcycles, strolling in meadows strewn with wildflowers or picnicking

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next to a river. No matter how you find fun in the sun, Telluride adds grandeur to the experience. It’s no wonder artists flock here. Every vista inspires. Reasons to Celebrate : Telluride’s remote location hasn’t kept it from the world’s cultural spotlight. Each Memorial Day weekend, The Mountainfilm Festival kicks off the celebratory season. This international gathering of filmmakers, photographers and conservationists explores vital environmental issues. It’s not to be confused with the Telluride Film Festival. That event, held over Labor Day weekend, lures movie junkies, mega-stars and film-makers. They come to revel in premieres, and seminars amid Telluride’s showy autumn colors. Telluride is much more than a cinema town. Other summer festivals include those dedicated to wine, mushrooms and music, music, music. Separate events laud bluegrass, jazz, chamber and Cajun stylings. The revelry continues beyond Labor Day’s film festival with a Blues and Brews fête and the intriguing Tech Fest. Void of the standard celebratory trappings, this salute to innovation is especially fitting because Telluride was the nation’s first city illuminated by alternating current streetlights. The original generating plant, established in 1891 to power the Ames Mine, still functions. You can learn more about Telluride’s instrumental role in Nikolai Tesla’s rivalry with Thomas Edison at the Telluride Historical Museum, where there’s always reason to celebrate this choice mountain town. n

Telluride: Alan Cuenca

elluride, Colorado has long been a destination of choice. Nobody stumbles on this place by accident. Situated in one of the Rocky Mountain’s prettiest locations, 8,750 feet above sea level, it was once so hard to access that some folks maintain the name is a contraction of “to hell you ride.” That theory might also have something to do with Telluride’s early reputation as a rowdy mining camp. In the 19th century, fortune hunters endured the arduous trek in search of silver and gold. Nobody came for pure pleasure. Air travel changed all that. Now Telluride’s remote locale assures visitors an unhurried, relaxing getaway surrounded by friendly people who are exactly where they want to be. The mountain still harbors an abundance of treasure including:

America’sB est Places | Reno, NV

Little

Bright Lights, Big City

by Tony Banning

eno packs an entertainment and recreation wallop worthy of its nickname, “Biggest Little City in the World.” Here Vegas-style glitz mingles with highbrow college culture and outdoor adventure. All the fun is set against a fantastic natural backdrop. The Truckee River courses through town and offers whitewater thrills while a mountain of outdoor recreation awaits in the nearby Sierra Nevada range. The community is making a hard pitch for the 2022 Olympic Winter Games. Its proposal is bolstered by access to eight major ski resorts and an amazing array of unique things to do beyond the slopes. Here are some of the great reasons to visit right now: Big Bang for the Buck : Reno’s casinos and resorts have been raising the ante on the good times ever since Nevada legalized gambling in 1931. Games of chance are just part of the fun. Top-name entertainers perform at clubs throughout the city. Exceptional restaurants and posh hotels abound. The Peppermill Casino resort, just two miles from the heart of downtown, recently completed a $400million renovation that makes it among the state’s best lodging options. We’re talking high-end luxury. And the prices? You won’t believe the deals. Even would-be ski bums might consider commuting to Mt. Rose, just 20 fast-miles away (25 minutes). The more rarified peaks of Tahoe are a mere 50 miles from Reno’s bright lights and “big little city” vibe, making it more than possible to combine high-mountain powder with a dose of the high-life. Western Wonders : Lots of western communities have rivers running through town. Reno does too. In fact it’s home to a very impressive whitewater park. Plenty of other old river cities offer the opportunity to step back in time. Reno’s no slouch in that department, either. In addition to a mid-20th century downtown with a film-noir sensibility, Reno is just a half hour from Virginia City, site of the famous Comstock Lode. The old mining town is among the nation’s largest National Historic Landmarks and also one of the most threatened. History buffs will nonetheless find much to appreciate amid its deserted structures.

Matchless Marvels : Besides fulfilling every expected Western vacation adventure, Reno offers attractions found nowhere else on the planet. Consider the National Automobile Museum built around Bill Harrah’s collection. Hailed as one of the world’s finest compendiums of car-stars, it includes vehicles notable for their place in history, such as a rare 1913 Pierce Arrow, a Stutz Bearcat and a Stanley Steamer. Others merit attention based on their owners. This is the home of Elvis’s custom caddy coupe, Lana Turner’s convertible and John Wayne’s corvette. Speaking of movie stars, Reno is also home to the “the Taj Mahal of Ten Pins”—the 78-lane, 363,000 square-foot National Bowling Stadium. If you loved Woody Harrelson’s Kingpin, a visit here is a must. This pin palace was featured in the film. High-Brow Culture : The presence of the University of Nevada, Reno adds yet another dimension to Reno’s ambience. The school’s Nightingale Concert Hall hosts a full roster of performances. Its Sheppard Fine Arts Gallery presents progressive exhibitions by local, national and international artists. Beyond the university campus, the Nevada Museum of Art is the state’s preeminent art museum. It boasts an impressive collection of nearly 2,000 works and also attracts impressive traveling shows and exhibitions. Guided tours and related programs and events offer extra insight into the artists and their work. n

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Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sB est Places Red Lodge, MT

Red Lodge, MT

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America’sB est Places

| Red Lodge, MT

Home to Authentic Western Adventure

ed Lodge, Montana has always been home to western excitement. The mile-high community half-way between Cody, Wyoming and Billings, Montana was established in 1884 around rich coal deposits and grew up fast. In 1897, the Sundance Kid (Harry Longabaugh), in his preButch Cassidy days, robbed the Red Lodge Bank. By the turn of the last century, the town’s ritzy brick hotel had hosted the likes of William Jennings Bryant, Frederick Remington and Buffalo Bill Cody. The town was also home to mountain man John “Liver-Eating” Johnston who remains legendary for reasons that have nothing to do with goose pate. If you’ve seen Robert Redford’s film Jeremiah Johnson, you know the gist of the story. If not, well, Red Lodge history is just one of dozens of great reasons to visit. Here are a few of our favorites:

Winter Sports:

Red Lodge offers it all—from snowmobiling to ice climbing to alpine skiing. The Red Lodge Mountain ski resort is a friendly, affordable place with almost non-existent lift lines and plenty of options, including a 2.5-mile intermediate run and a terrain park for snowboarders. There’s a great ski school, too. Best of all, it’s just five miles from downtown. Crosscountry ski enthusiasts can enjoy 15 kilometers of groomed trails at the Red Lodge Nordic Center just two miles from town.

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Year-Round Fishing and Other Recreation: It’s possible to fly-fish throughout the year in the rivers and creeks around Red Lodge. When the weather warms, this part of Montana is a slice of heaven on earth. Wildflowers carpet high meadows; pine scent perfumes the air. The Custer National Forest and the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Area offer more than 700 miles of trails that access stunning mountain vistas punctuated with lakes, rivers and waterfalls. Mountain biking, horseback riding, mountaineering and backpacking opportunities abound. So do whitewater rafting experiences on the Stillwater and Yellowstone rivers. More sedentary travelers can get up close and personal with Montana’s stunning landscape and get their own adrenaline rush while driving across the Beartooth Scenic Byway to Yellowstone National Park. Credited as one of the nation’s most beautiful roads, it’s a bit of a white-knuckle climb to more than 10,000 feet. The views of the wilderness area make the heart pounding well worth it.

Art and Entertainment

draws on Red Lodge’s proud heritage and pristine setting. The inspiring landscape attracts working artists by the dozens. Downtown is home to a half-dozen galleries and studios. The Carbon County Arts Guild and Gallery, housed in the historic train depot, is a cooperative group of more than 200 painters, photographers, sculptors and craftspeople. This is the place to find exceptional Western art and jewelry. 21

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Helen the mountain lion, is one of the current residents at the Beartooth Nature Center. A view of the Palisades area from Red Lodge Mountain Resort.

The Carbon County Historical Society and Museum has all you want to know about that old livereater John Johnston, as well as plenty of info on the area’s evolution. The museum also provides an excellent self-guided walking exploration of

interesting historic sites, including the town’s original hotel—still functioning as the fully renovated Pollard. The tour also features the palatial residences of mine operators, as well as ethnic neighborhoods once inhabited by laborers from Italy, Scandinavia and Eastern Europe.

Creature Comfort:

Whether you opt for fresh air adventure or choose to poke around the quaint downtown, time in Red Lodge works up an appetite. Local eateries offer a vast selection, including the steakhouses you’d expect in ranching country and ethnic eateries. Lodging options range from cozy cabins and bed-and-breakfast inns to the Pollard Hotel’s historic luxury. n

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Cover Artist Janie Budell Paints Places She Loves We didn’t have to look far for this edition’s cover artist. SkyWest Magazine Art Director Janie Budell spends her spare time painting the places she loves. That includes Arizona. Her Winter Welcome, a 14” x 16” watercolor depicting a wreath constructed of produce found in the fertile fields around Yuma made the perfect choice for this holiday edition. The Montana native also dipped into her ample portfolio to share a representation of Lone Mountain, Big Sky. Landscapes are her specialty, but she also does portraiture, working in acrylic as well as watercolor. She bases her paintings on photographs and her own impressions. “Most of all, I like to paint places that are important to me. I grew up near Big Sky, Montana, and I love to ski there,” she said of the snowy image. “When it’s time to think about warming up for a while, there’s no place like the desert. I hope my work reflects my deep appreciation for the scenic wonders of America’s West,” she concluded. n 22 | skyWest Magazine November/December 2010 united express

Lone Mountain, Big Sky, 22” x 28” water color

Helen: Beartooth Nature Center

For a taste of Red Lodge’s wild side, visit the Beartooth Nature Center. Tourists hoping to get a glimpse of Montana’s most elusive wildlife are treated to a close encounter here. The facility cares for native animals that can no longer live in their natural environments due to injury or human interference. Current residents include mountain lions, bears, wolves, fox, bobcat, coyote, elk, deer, porcupine, donkeys, horses and an array of birds.

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| Idaho Wine Country

New Book Celebrates Emerging Industry “Wine touring is a deliberate act that sharpens the senses,” according to Alan Minskoff, author of Idaho Wine Country, a definitive guide to the Gem State’s rapidly emerging viticulture industry. Savvy travelers must agree. Visiting vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms is an exceptional way to get in touch with local landscape, culture and personalities. But then, so is Minskoff’s recent release from Idaho’s Caxton Press. Whether you’re planning an Idaho visit or simply interested in knowing more about the state, the flashy soft-cover book is a valuable resource. Minskoff’s elegant prose is bolstered by the creative imagery of Paul Hosefros, retired New York Times senior photographer. The collaborators spent 15 months traveling throughout the expansive state. From the high desert plateaus of the Snake River Plain to Northern Idaho’s vast green Palouse, they visited more than 50 vineyards and wineries and delved into the art, science and business of wine.

The book is as much a historical chronicle as a hands-on guide to wine trails and tasting rooms. It reveals the fascinating story of how an aspect of Idaho’s agricultural heritage, neglected— albeit not totally abandoned—since the Prohibition Era, has flourished over the course of a mere decade. Potentially stodgy topics like soil science and growing practices are presented in a manner that makes every aspect of the process seem like a grand adventure. Engaging interviews with people who love what they do and where they live inspire a great appreciation for the entrepreneurial spirit that marks Idaho. It also makes one wonder how long before Idaho’s slogan “famous potatoes” is replaced with “great grapes” or “wonderful wines.” n

| Salt Lake City, UT

Make the Most of a Layover

t only takes 15 minutes to get from the airport to downtown Salt Lake City where there is so much to experience. Making the trip is extra easy with free airport shuttle service to Temple Square, the historic, spiritual center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Air passengers with at least a two-hour layover can enjoy a highly informative, 40-minute Temple Square tour and more, according to Dale Sansom who directs the program. Regularly departing shuttles wait at two locations. Ask a customer service agent for the location nearest you. The shuttles also return passengers to the air terminal. The service is sponsored by the Visitor Activities Section of the church, in cooperation with the Salt Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Utah Travel Council, the Salt Lake Downtown Alliance and the airlines. n

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O’Hare Outbound | Houghton/Hancock, MI

n Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, citizens of Houghton and Hancock, the UP’s twin cities, delight in their snowy climate. And why not? The communities do an exceptional job of keeping streets clear of what is typically light, dry, powdery snow—the stuff Irving Berlin pined for while penning White Christmas. Admit it. Everything looks prettier blanketed in glistening white. All winter long locals seem utterly gleeful at all the options presented by more than 200 inches of annual snowfall—skating, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing right in town. The state’s oldest ski hill— Mount Ripley—is just across the canal from Houghton’s Michigan Technical University. It offers half a dozen runs, and a terrain park for snowboarders. Students also put on an amazing winter carnival, field an ice hockey team worth watching and present the region with a strong college town culture.

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Houghton, Hancock and nearby Calumet all share a fascinating history linked to the copper mines that lured 19th-century immigrants to the UP. Quaint redbrick downtowns and Victorian neighborhoods add to that area’s allure in any season. So does outdoor recreation. These charming towns make great homebases for exploring the Keweenaw Peninsula and Lake Superior’s southern shore. Canoeing, kayaking and fishing are all favorite warm weather pursuits. So are bicycling and hiking. The narrow peninsula is known as Michigan’s “top of the world” because Mount Houghton offers such amazing views. This slice of paradise, jutting as it does into beautiful Lake Superior is pretty all year long. United Express service to Houghton and Hancock makes it easy to enjoy. n

City image: Frank Wulfers

Hurrah for Winter!

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| Bethlehem, PA

O Little Town of Bethlehem!

hristmas City, USA comes by its nickname honestly. Founded on Christmas Eve in 1741 by the Moravians, a devout German sect, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania continues to offer a wealth of Old World holiday charm. Distinctive Moravian Christmas stars shine from shops, homes and even the landmark South Mountain. Carolers, concerts and historical reenactments presented by the Central Moravian Church carry visitors to the 18th century. Traditional German putzes (Christmas houses) tell the Nativity story. The crème de la crème of all holiday fairs—the Christkindlmarkt—offers a shopping experience like no other. Recognized as one of the world’s best holiday markets, it’s a juried exhibition and sale patterned after a traditional German bazaar. This is the place to browse through the wares of more than

100 craftsmen, visit with Saint Nicholas and nosh on authentic Austrian and German treats ranging from strudel to bratwurst. While the holiday festivities add extra magic to the city, Bethlehem is a worthy destination any time of the year. It offers a rich legacy of quaint streets, charming architecture and the ghost of Bethlehem steel—a vast enterprise that once employed 30,000 workers here and throughout the nation. Its former operations are now the site of a casino. For more cerebral thrills, visit the Moravian Bookstore. Founded in 1745, it’s among the nation’s oldest bookshops. Today it sells stationary, gourmet food, candy and coffee as well as contemporary and Moravian books. Access all the fun with United Express service to Allentown, just 15 minutes away. n

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Ski

You Will Feel Better When You Do

here’s nothing like a little time on the steep and deep to chase away the stress of life in the lowlands. Playing in the drifts makes us all feel like kids again and, the truth is, no matter your age or ability there’s a mountaintop experience sure to deliver exercise that’s as easy as it is fun. Inexpensive lessons and top-notch rental equipment mean even novices can take to the slopes with confidence. For those less inclined to exertion there’s a ton of other options. Spa treatments, Nordic skiing, sleigh rides, fine dining and retail therapy are all part of a ski holiday. So what are you waiting for? Now’s the time to plan the perfect ski holiday. Here are a few recommended resorts.

Alta Ski Area, UT A Skier’s Mountain— Alta and pure, unspoiled skiing are truly synonymous. Respected for its classic powder skiing, challenging terrain and spectacular views, don’t forget that Alta also offers great beginner and intermediate skiing. Remember Alta when planning a ski vacation that will provide a unique setting for unforgettable experiences with family, friends and the mountain itself. Alta officially opened as a ski area in the winter of 1938-39. Throughout the years, Alta’s philosophy has been to offer a quality skiing experience for a fair price. The focus is on skiing, earning Alta accolades as a “purist’s mountain.” It is one of the three remaining areas in the United States to be a skier’s-only mountain. Snowboarding is not allowed. Alta, along with Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort, proudly celebrate 10 years of offering America’s first lift-served interconnect. Come and enjoy the excitement of the AltaSnowbird experience. With the AltaSnowbird “one ticket,” skiers have access to 4,700 acres. AltaSnowbird was voted the #1 resort in the U.S. by Skiing Magazine for five years running. Alta is located just 25 miles southeast of Salt Lake City, approximately 45 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport. Alta Vacations 888-356-2582 | www.alta.com

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Aspen/Snowmass, CO

The Power of Four – Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk

When it comes to winter destinations, Aspen/Snowmass offers the most exciting escape in the world! Over the last seven years, we’ve been working hard so you can play hard. Eleven new lifts. Two new gondolas. The Treehouse, a new Kids’ Adventure Center. Three new restaurants. Two new superpipes plus a new 12-foot learning pipe at Snowmass. Also new this season, attach a credit card to your season pass and never carry cash on the mountain again. In-resort charge plus direct-to-lift and hands-free gate access gives you the ultimate hassle-free experience! That’s a lot of new in seven years. Combine that with the four mountains and a variety of bumps, bowls, chutes and cruisers spread across 5,300 acres of terrain—Aspen/Snowmass has more mountain fun for everyone. COME LIVE IT AT ASPEN/SNOWMASS. The Perfect Storm Package – Buy Four, Get More! Buy four and get even more with the Perfect Storm of deals! Save almost anywhere you go in the resort with our deals card—even on ski and snowboard school—plus buy four, get five on lift tickets, lodging and equipment rentals. It’s the perfect combination of lodging and in-resort offers. Kids Ski and Stay Free in March and April A package of lodging, lifts and laughter—plus an amazing lineup of music and events mean fun for parents too! The Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Center and ski and snowboard school let kids of all ages experience industry-leading instruction and care. Kids ages 7-12 ski and stay free with purchase of lodging and comparable adult ticket four+ days. Kids ages 7-12 also rent free with purchase of comparable adult rental four+ days. Purchase a one-day adult lesson and receive a child lesson FREE ages 7-12. Kids ages 6 and under always ski/ride for FREE at Aspen/Snowmass! Tickets: 877-282-7736 | Lodging: 877-250-8708 | www.aspensnowmass.com/deals

Big Sky, MT The Biggest Skiing in America Defined in Big Sky, Montana. Big Sky Resort is the Biggest Skiing in America with neighboring resort Moonlight Basin, offering more than 5,500 acres of terrain and 4,350 feet of vertical drop over three mountains and a variety of terrain for all levels. Located in southwest Montana, just down the road from Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky offers world-class terrain, uncrowded slopes and a family-friendly Mountain Village. Through Big Sky Central Reservations choose from over 750 rooms, suites and condominiums ranging from slopeside luxury hotel rooms to mountain log homes offering skiin/ski-out access. Off the slopes, enjoy fabulous dining options, live music; basecamp activities including Zipline, High Ropes, Bungee Trampoline, Snowshoeing and the Tube Park. Enjoy the Solace Spa for the ultimate in relaxation or browse through our retail shops in the Mountain Village. Hone your ski or snowboard skills with the assistance of talented international instructors at the Big Sky Snowsports School. With 400 inches of annual snowfall and a lack of lift lines, once you visit you’ll never want to leave. It’s easy to get to Big Sky with direct flights from 12 cities, including Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Denver, Chicago and Los Angeles, among others. Big Sky Resort, America’s Biggest Skiing. 800-548-4486 | www.bigskyresort.com

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Gunnison-Crested Butte, CO Some of the most beautiful places on earth are lesser known and undisturbed. There’s a special sense of wonder that goes along with discovering a place like this. You feel somehow it belongs to you. You take that place with you, even when you leave. Gunnison-Crested Butte is like that. It’s a breathtakingly beautiful, luxuriously civilized place that has fortunately remained very much the same over time. Here you will find genuinely friendly and helpful locals and towns so authentic, it’s like taking a step back in time. Crested Butte Mountain Resort is known for Colorado’s best grooming, diverse terrain and off-piste skiing. And, the longest lines you’ll see are behind your skis! A true destination resort, unlike many of Colorado’s “day tripper” ski resorts, Crested Butte attracts visitors who like to come for a longer visit and get to know the place. Winter also brings such delights as snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, dog sledding and snowmobiling in glistening forests and magnificent backcountry. Getting here is easy. Leaving is much harder. Fly into the GunnisonCrested Butte Regional Airport this ski season, November 24, 2010 through April 3, 2011. Visit our website for flight, lodging and package information. Experience Colorado’s true colors and inspire your passion for whatever you wish! Lodging Phone: 800-323-2453 | Snow Report Phone: 970-349-2323 | www.gunnisoncrestedbutte.com

Mammoth Lakes, CA Mammoth Lakes is a place unlike any other. A place where the towering peaks of the Eastern Sierra frame a majestic environment of incredible beauty. Mammoth is a place that attracted visionaries such as Ansel Adams and John Muir. A place made for creating memories for you, your family and your grandchildren. Mammoth offers some of the country’s best skiing and snowboarding at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area. More than 3,500 acres of terrain covered by some of the deepest and most consistent snow in North America are just the beginning. On average, Mammoth Lakes sees 300 days of good ‘ol California sunshine and that, coupled with all of the on-and off-mountain activities, makes for one amazing vacation experience. Winter adventures like downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling are just the beginning. Summer offers easy access to Yosemite National Park, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, boating, and more! Mammoth Lakes, California is the perfect year-round destination for all ages and with daily flights from San Francisco to Mammoth Yosemite Airport, it’s never been easier to get here! To start planning your trip, or to receive your FREE Vacation Planner by mail please visit us at: 888-GO-MAMMOTH | www.VisitMammoth.com

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The Village at Squaw Valley USA. Those looking for an incredible mountain getaway this winter can head to the Village at Squaw Valley USA in Lake Tahoe, California. This slopeside lodging offers comfortable condominium suites with a modern flair available in one, two and three bedroom options. Every suite features a stone hearth fireplace, full kitchen and private balcony. Just steps away, the majestic peaks of Squaw Valley offer endless skiing, snowboarding and mountain adventures. Ride the scenic cable car to experience mountaintop dining and ice skating, or take a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the valley’s snowy meadow. Off the slopes, relax in the Village’s luxurious spa, or enjoy the vibrant après scene where friends and family meet at authentic ski bars and chic bistros. In the evening, stroll the Village’s cobblestone streets and enjoy world-class dining, shopping and fine art galleries. Whether you’re seeking action-packed adventure or pampered relaxation, the Village at Squaw Valley is the perfect place for your winter retreat.

Squaw images: Jeff Engerbretson

The Village at Squaw Valley, CA

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Sun Valley, ID This winter Sun Valley Resort marks its 75th ski season! If you’ve never been, this is the winter to turn your skis toward the legend. What to expect? Unspoiled mountain terrain boasting world-class alpine and Nordic skiing, snowboarding, new terrain parks, a new gondola, ice skating, sleigh rides, the finest on-mountain dining on the planet, the Northwest’s most beautiful Nordic Center and luxurious clubhouse, fine dining and fun dining, friendly folks, lots of sunshine and exciting nightlife. And, Sun Valley is your place if: You like uncrowded slopes, more lift capacity per skier per hour than any other ski area anywhere, making lasting memories, discovering new terrain parks and Lunar Eclipse Rail Jams, and an authentic vacation destination you and your family will want to return to year after year. We even have a “day off” program so you can enjoy a variety of wintertime pleasures off the mountain with our exclusive Lift Ticket Exchange Program. To find out about early and late season ski packages, special 75th season events, kids ski and stay free programs and pre-holiday packages please call. 800-786-8259 | www.sunvalley.com

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Telluride, CO Telluride—Unmatched in North America. Nestled in a box canyon in the San Juan Mountains of Southwest Colorado, Telluride’s spectacular scenery is undeniably some of the most beautiful in the Rockies. Historic buildings, quaint bakeries and local watering holes blend with world-class hotels restaurants, shopping and spas. Telluride’s free Gondola creates a ski-in/ski-out town, and the open and friendly locals welcome all to this unique and unmatched mountain destination.

Telluride has expanded by more than 300 acres over the past few years, offering some of the most stunning skiing and riding on the planet. Telluride’s incredible expansion includes Revelation Bowl, public hike-to access to Black Iron Bowl, Palmyra Peak and Gold Hill Chutes. Getting to Telluride is easy, as the Telluride and Montrose regional airports are conveniently served by six commercial carriers with non-stop flights available from eight major U.S. cities, including direct flights on United from Denver, Chicago and Los Angeles. Once you’re here, Telluride’s free Gondola is the main source of transportation—no traffic or long lines, and no driving once you’ve arrived! Experience our unrivaled scenery and terrain, spectacular hotels, shopping and spas, the ease of direct flights . . . and discover why Telluride is unmatched in North America. Stay & ski packages start at $89 per person/per night*. *Subject to availability, based on double occupancy, restrictions apply. 800-525-3455 | visit www.visittelluride.com

Osprey at Beaver Creek, A RockResort The Osprey offers travelers alpine-chic sophistication and unparalleled personalized services set against a spectacular Rocky Mountain backdrop. Located in the heart of Beaver Creek’s world-class resort village and just steps from its renowned ski slopes, The Osprey is the closest hotel to a chairlift in North America and the perfect setting for an unforgettable mountain vacation. The Osprey offers 45 oversized accommodations, including two luxuriously spacious penthouse suites. Each guest room features elegant furnishings, chic décor and the finest linens. Additional lavish touches include plush robes, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, MP3 player docking stations, customized pre-stocked refreshment centers and high-speed Internet access. Select rooms offer steam showers, fireplaces and other superior amenities. 30 | skyWest Magazine November/December 2010 united express

Stay 4 nights and receive the holiday night for free! When your stay is 4 nights or longer and you stay over the holiday, enjoy the Holiday night on us. Valid any dates touching Thanksgiving, Christmas, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day or St. Patrick’s Day. Lodging at any Beaver Creek Resort Property. Must stay 4 nights or longer including the night of the holiday. Some blackout dates / restrictions may apply. To make a reservation, call 800.752.7920.

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Winter Getaways! This season consider the gift of travel Whether you want to make an unforgettable family memory, enjoy a romantic getaway or explore new horizons on your own, it’s easy to find your own personal playground along the SkyWest route map. Consider mountain lodges, soothing spas, urban escapes and much more. From high-energy cities to out-of-the-way retreats, some of America’s very best places promise incredible experiences without breaking the bank. Here are some of our top picks for winter adventure.

The Porches of Steamboat Springs, CO Discover a place like no other—where the best of Old World craftsmanship and elegance meet the art of comfortable living. The Porches is an ideal gathering spot for amazing vacations, offering spacious residences and family friendly amenities—come see why The Porches is the pinnacle of luxury in Steamboat! Offering whole and fractional ownership opportunities and vacation rentals in our 3,000 to 5,000+ sq. ft. homes. 866-992-0600 | www.theporches.com

JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek, CO

Shop. Relax. Luxuriate. Holidays at the JW Marriott Denver. Celebrate the holiday season by enjoying unparalleled access to Cherry Creek North’s 300+ designer boutiques, galleries, restaurants and spas. The JW Marriott’s Weekend Holiday Shopping Package includes luxurious accommodations, a $50 Cherry Creek North gift card and complimentary valet parking. Rates start at $245/night (Fri. and Sat. only, based on availability.) To make a reservation, mention promo code HO9. (letter O) 866-706-7814 | www.jwmarriottdenver.com 32 | skyWest Magazine November/December 2010 united express

Peppermill Resort, NV The Peppermill Resort Spa Casino in Reno, Nevada offers a 24/7 resort experience filled with options for playing, gaming, dining, relaxing and all-around fun! Whether you’re taking a family vacation, seeking a couple’s getaway or spending time solo, we’ve got you covered. Our All You Need Is Love package is a great excuse for a winter getaway starting at $229. Visit PeppermillReno.com for details.

Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, CA Voted one of the “Top 10 Mineral Springs Destination Resorts and Spas” by Spa Magazine and Spa Finder Magazine—the Resort is located on 125 acres on the beautiful Central Coast. Two miles to Avila Beach; near San Luis Obispo, 200 wineries, and quaint communities. Guests enjoy private balcony hot tubs, mind-body classes, hiking, the renowned Spa & Wellness Center, and wine country dining at our Gardens of Avila Restaurant. 800-234-5831 | sycamoresprings.com

Winter Park, CO Ski Free at Winter Park this November & December! When you book 2 Nights of Lodging for early ski season, you get 2 Free Lift Tickets at Winter Park Resort. This world-class resort boasts 143 trails and 1,212 acres of off-piste terrain, not to mention a 10 year average snowfall of 330 inches. There are lodging options available for any budget, valid Nov. 16-Dec. 25. The more nights you stay = more free tickets! 800-979-0340 | SkiFreeWinterPark.com skyWest Magazine November/December 2010 united express |

Experience the incredible works of explorer, naturalist and artist John James Audubon with the whole family at the Nevada Museum of Art now through February 13, 2011. Located in downtown Reno, the Museum is the only accredited art museum in the state serving Reno-Tahoe visitors with world-class exhibitions, creative programming and spectacular events. Open Wednesday – Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Thursdays 10 am to 8 pm. Come in and experience the artful side of Reno. 775-329-3333 | www.nevadaart.org

Cal Neva Resort & Spa, Lake Tahoe, NV

Special Ski Season Rates—The historic Cal Neva Resort is located just minutes from 5 world-class ski resorts in North Lake Tahoe. Once owned by Frank Sinatra, and a favorite hangout of the Rat Pack, the resort offers 199 lake view guest rooms and suites, restaurant, spa, and fitness facility with oversized hot tub. To learn more about the resort’s colorful past, take the Tunnel Tour and hear about the history of the hotel and Lake Tahoe, along with some ghost stories! Midweek rates start from $69. 800-225-6382 | www.calnevaresort.com

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The 11th Annual Exhibition, Sale and Seminar at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum showcases the work of traditional cowboy artists and preserves the traditional means of crafting saddles, bits, spurs and other tools of the cowboy trade.

Great Macaroni and Cheese Bake-off salutes America’s favorite comfort food as the Wineries of Old Mission Peninsula host area chefs whose creamy concoctions are paired with local wines. No blue boxes allowed!

TUCSON, AZ | ONGOING – JANUARY 31 The Tucson Story, a special exhibition of drawing and watercolors, at the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun offers extra reason to visit the home and studio of the late, great Arizona icon Ted DeGrazia.

FARGO, ND | ONGOING – APRIL 17 The White Album: The Beatles Meet the Plains in this innovative exploration of the way music and visual art connect. The result is a fresh perspective on the Museum’s permanent collection.

ASPEN,CO | DECEMBER 28 FREESTYLE The Aspen Art Museum’s annual après-ski gala of fun, fashion, and philanthropy featuring silent and live auctions and the Dennis Basso winter collection runway show. All proceeds support the museum’s heralded contemporary art programming. 970-925-8050 www.aspenartmuseum.org Photo: MarySue Bonetti

ASHEVILLE, NC | NOVEMBER 5 – JANUARY 2 Christmas at the Biltmore fills America’s largest private manse with delicate ornaments, dozens of Christmas trees, hundreds of wreaths and miles of evergreen garland—not to mention the priceless treasures.

MISSOULA, MT | NOVEMBER 11 – MARCH 12 Renoir, Magritte, Gauguin and European Masterpieces presents a significant and expansive collection of art from the late-18th to the early-20th centuries, including work by Rosa Bonheur the most acclaimed female artist of her time.

DULUTH, MN | NOVEMBER 26 – 28 Duluth National Snocross, the biggest, baddest, boldest snowmobile event of its kind kicks off the annual racing circuit with unbridled displays of power at Spirit Mountain.

OMAHA, NE | NOVEMBER 26 – JANUARY 9 Poinsettia Show produced by the Lauritzen Gardens botanical center features 5,600 poinsettia plants plus holiday trees and décor, miniature displays of local landmarks and model trains chugging along 300 feet of track. 36 | skyWest Magazine November/December 2010 united express

BEND, OR | NOVEMBER 27 – JANUARY 1 Traditions at Sunriver Resort treats guests and the general public to more than 100 holiday activities including Teddy Bear Teas, Christmas Concerts, sleigh rides and spectacular decorations.

PADUCAH, KY | NOVEMBER 27 – JANUARY 1 Christmas in Paducah brings holiday displays, light shows, concerts, theater productions and more signs of the season to Quilt City USA.

SANTA BARBARA, CA | DECEMBER 4 Christmas at the Old Mission celebrates the city’s namesake saint with a candlelight tour of the 224-year-old mission, a Christmas concert, art show and traditional holiday food.

CHICAGO, IL | DECEMBER 4 Golden Anniversary Celebration at the Field Museum adds extra panache to the ongoing Gold exhibit (through April 24, 2011). All couples celebrating 50 years of marriage in 2010 receive free basic admission to the museum, where they can renew their vows and celebrate with cake and champagne.

CASPER, WY | DECEMBER 11 Holiday on the Homestead at the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center is an annual celebration of traditional crafts. The entertaining, educational event features candle dipping, rag doll crafting, knitting, quilting, the stringing of popcorn garlands and more all set to traditional holiday music.

FRESNO, CA | DECEMBER 13 – 25 The Bracebridge Dinner and Concert Series, an elegant and artistic pageant of classic carols and renaissance fare, is a highlight of the season at Yosemite National Park’s Ahwahnee Lodge. Access the fun with United Express service to Fresno.

AUSTIN, TX | DECEMBER 15 – 24 The Armadillo Christmas Bazaar has been a local tradition for more than 30 years. The treasure trove of unique, handcrafted gift items also features 29 musical performances by Austin legends and newcomers alike.

ASPEN, CO | DECEMBER 20 – 31 The Twelve Days of Aspen sparks a flurry of activity in the resort community’s downtown area. Enjoy ice-skating, cocoa, cookies and special events amid the brisk beauty of the high country.

for the Tasty Gifts Holidays Snake River Farms This holiday season, share with your friends and family the uncompromised quality of Snake River Farms Gourmet Kurobuta Hams. Our signature recipe begins by using a traditional family cure and the hams are smoked using authentic hard wood chips. They embody a slightly sweet and rich flavor that suggests a mild essence of smoke, but that truly highlights the exquisite taste and succulent marbling found in this wonderful pork. Available online.

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The Double R Ranch Co. The Double R Ranch Co. offers premium beef, cookware and accompaniments. Our beef is hand selected and perfectly aged. We have searched for the perfect cookware and accompaniments to complement each meal and we have worked with chefs to answer the culinary questions that often make cooking and entertaining complicated. Sharing homemade meals with family and friends is part of our Western heritage and we wish to share this part of our culture with you. Order online.

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Flying Nutz Flying Nutz Premium Gourmet Nuts for the jet setter, frequent flyer, vacationer and all the nut lovers out there! We also have the perfect gift sets for that hard-to-shop-for client, friend or family member. If you have a zest for nuts youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love our For Flying Fudge, Captains Snack Pack, Turbulence Mix, and more fun flying flavors! Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll go nuts over our Flying Nutz and darn good candy too!!

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It’s Our Journey, Too

he sun was shining and the things were looking perfect as Brynn Mudliar and Jill Anderson made their way up Bell’s Canyon, a popular hiking area located about 20 miles south of Salt Lake City, Utah. Surrounded by granite cliffs and towering trees, the two Salt Lake City-based SkyWest Airlines flight attendants were thoroughly enjoying their day off. The day’s serenity was interrupted, though, when they found Mansour Ariazand lying semiconscious off the side of the trail in a creek. He had just fallen from a waterfall about 40 feet above, suffering multiple head and internal injuries. “It was crazy,” said Mudliar. The pair immediately jumped into action, relying on their training as flight attendants to deal with the emergency situation. “I know that a lot of what I did that day is because of SkyWest,” said Mudliar. Anderson agreed, “[The training] is definitely what gave me the nerve to jump in there.” Anderson waded across the cold water to help two other hikers who were trying to keep Ariazand from drowning. Mudliar said, “We knew that hypothermia was going to be setting in soon and that everyone needed to stay out of the water as much as possible.” Anderson and another hiker, were able to move Ariazand to the side of the creek, keeping him out of the main current. Anderson’s training had taught her not to move an injured person a great deal. At one point, Ariazand was in so much pain he was ready to give up. “I was just holding his hand, trying to keep him calm and remind him of his family,” said Anderson. “The hardest part was [before he got to dry ground] when he started asking us to just give up and let him drown.”

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Brynn Mudliar, Mansour Ariazand and Jill Anderson at a celebration of Mansour’s life.

While Anderson was in the water, Mudliar coordinated the rescue efforts of emergency responders. She kept emergency crews updated on Ariazand’s condition and directed them to their location. The rugged terrain prevented a medical helicopter from landing and the small group had to wait more than 90 minutes for fire crews and search and rescue teams to arrive. Once Ariazand was out of the water, rescuers carried him down the canyon and transported him to a nearby hospital where he was admitted in critical condition. Thanks in large part to the training and quick thinking that led Anderson and Mudliar to spring into action, he survived the ordeal. It may not have been the outing they expected, but both Anderson and Mudliar are grateful they had each other’s support. They also have a new experience that, they believe, will help them on the job. SkyWest flight attendants may not train for mountain rescues, but all flight attendants are certified in CPR and First Aid and are taught how to handle a variety of emergency medical equipment. The required 40 hours of emergency response training for all new-hires and extensive yearly recurrent training helped Mudliar and Anderson know how to react to the unexpected. Their willingness to “do this for anyone” is not uncommon among the nearly 11,000 aviation professionals working at SkyWest Airlines. Every year they spend thousands of volunteer hours working to improve their communities. As for Mudliar and Anderson, they are back in the air providing passengers with exceptional safety and service. They approach each day’s routine with the same levels of care and compassion they showed an injured stranger on a remote mountain. n

Wes Horrocks is SkyWest Corporate Communications Coordinator.

Brynn, Mansour and Jill: Candace Anderson / Tyler Gressmen

by Wes Horrocks

Bells Canyon Rescue images: Kelley E. Smith

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Answers to clues in bold face are taken from titles of traditional holiday music.

ACROSS 1 O_______ Night 4 Sentimental 10 Model Hemingway Crisman 14 Monkey 15 Noble 16 Not too hot 17 Scottish cap 19 Have Yourself a ______ Little Christmas 20 Brothers’ girls 22 Talons 24 Inquire of 25 Confuse 26 Small tide 29 Fragrant Christmas boughs 32 Two-fold 34 Ostrich-like bird 36 ___ to the World 38 Willing according to Chaucer 40 The villain in Othello 41 Slang for female sibling 43 Employs 45 ______ Night 46 Affectionate 47 Title 49 Church recess 50 Notion 51 Cut out 53 Carry 54 Metal frying tool 55 Abominable snowman 57 Donated 59 Rudolph, the ____-Nosed Reindeer 61 Flat-bottomed boat 62 Ashton’s Moore 64 Hare 68 How to eat lollipops and ice cream cones 71 Concerning 72 Small low island 74 Parasite 76 Film on copper 78 Hebrew-language learning method 80 Place to buy pastrami and pickles 81 Soon 82 Menu including sauerbraten and schnitzel

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83 Monetary unit of Afghanistan 84 Hark the Herald Angels ____! 85 Use of a substitute for the title God 86 Secondhand DOWN 1 Bring forth from an egg 2 October gem 3 Sweetheart (archaic) 4 13th letter of the Hebrew alphabet 5 Space size 6 Most unfavorable 7 Star Trek captain 8 Very cold and slippery 9 Purse 10 Resides 11 Speed contests 12 Before 13 Printer’s measures 18 Was indebted to 21 Muckraker Tarbell 23 First king of Israel 27 Monetary unit of India 28 Elaborate dance party 30 Immoral act 31 Spanish inn 33 Hawaiian floral wreath

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Aircraft Safety Comes First at SkyWest Airlines

“Safety First” is more than a mission statement at SkyWest Airlines; it’s a way of life. SkyWest’s impeccable safety record spans more than 35 years, beginning with the highest caliber of trained professionals and extending to a proven fleet of aircraft. The People: Each day, thousands of SkyWest employees are responsible for the safety of hundreds of thousands of passengers. SkyWest’s experienced mechanics, pilots, flight attendants and ground personnel have the know-how and ability to keep their passengers safe. In the Flight Deck: You also have the comfort of knowing you’re flying with some of the most experienced and thoroughly trained pilots the airline industry has to offer. It takes years of training and experience to become a commercial airline pilot, and many come to SkyWest well prepared averaging 1,500 to 2,000 hours of flight time. However, their training has just begun. Before they ever fly a passenger flight, SkyWest spends approximately $30,000 on their training which is geared towards safety. This is a two-month process beginning with three weeks of ground school followed by 50 hours of flight simulator training. The final stage of their training is called the Initial Operating Experience, during which they actually fly one of SkyWest’s aircraft accompanied by a qualified check airman instructor for another 50 hours. All pilots continue their training with mandatory recurrent simulator training for captains every six months and for first officers, every year. Additionally, each year both captains and first officers must participate in a two-day training session similar to ground school. All pilots are also required to undergo a comprehensive medical examination testing their vision and overall physical and mental well-being to determine if they are fit to fly for SkyWest. Captains do this every six months; first officers annually. In the Cabin: At SkyWest, a flight attendant’s first responsibility is your safety. Like pilots, SkyWest’s in-flight team undergoes comprehensive training before they take to the skies. Each SkyWest flight attendant must complete an intense three-week training program emphasizing onboard safety and security. They are well-versed in emergency procedures, evacuation protocol and passenger service. While at SkyWest, flight 42 | skyWest Magazine November/December 2010 united express

attendants continue their training throughout the year and are required to recertify in First Aid and CPR annually. On the Ramp: SkyWest stresses safety not only in the air, but also on the ground. SkyWest trains its customer service personnel for two weeks, both in the classroom and on the job in ground safety issues. These agents become specialists in aircraft weight and balance. They know the best way to load and unload hundreds of pounds of cargo and luggage without damaging the luggage, cargo, the aircraft or injuring themselves. They are also trained to operate the various ground equipment and park the aircraft once it arrives at the gate. This navigation can often be challenging in airports with busy ramps. In colder climates, they must learn how to properly de-ice an aircraft allowing for a safe take-off and flight. Under the Wing: For every hour one of SkyWest’s aircraft spends in flight, one of their mechanics spends two hours servicing that aircraft. SkyWest maintains a strict maintenance schedule and undoubtedly, an experienced SkyWest mechanic has recently inspected or serviced the aircraft carrying you. All mechanics come to SkyWest with extensive training, including three years of A&P (Airframe and Power) training and certification. Also, every two years SkyWest mechanics undergo three weeks of mandatory training. Each day, all of SkyWest’s aircraft are given attention by a mechanic. Every third day, each plane receives standard service. On the fifth day, a more thorough service and inspection is conducted. Extensive maintenance is scheduled every 54 days with a major inspection every 540 days. Flight Control: This department consists of aircraft dispatchers, system controllers and customer service coordinators located in the Operational Control Center at SkyWest’s headquarters in St. George, Utah. All play an integral role in the airline’s operations. SkyWest dispatch personnel undergo six weeks of intensive training courses, learning in-depth aircraft systems, meteorology and flight planning to become certified by the Federal Aviation Administration. Upon arrival at SkyWest, their training continues with three weeks of classes followed by an average of eight weeks of on-the-job training, culminating with a two-day competency check.

The dispatchers are responsible for preparing the flight release, including fuel planning, route selection, Federal Aviation Regulation compliance and weather analysis, as well as monitoring flights to ensure safety. Before each aircraft leaves the runway, dispatchers and captains share responsibility for the safety of the flight. The system controllers are responsible for all coordination, cancellation, delaying and reflow of SkyWest flights. They ensure optimum coverage of and adherence to flight schedules, economics and utilization of the operation. The customer service coordinators assist the controllers, working closely with the stations to maintain a customer service advocacy, always keeping the passenger in mind. These highly trained individuals work with the rest of the SkyWest team to provide a safe flying experience with incomparable service and quality.

The Safety Department: SkyWest has a department wholly dedicated to the operational safety of the airline. Its team monitors all aspects of safety and ensures that the highest standard of safety is maintained. The safety department coordinates with all the departments involved with ground and flight operations and acts as a compliance liaison between the airline and the Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration. It is also responsible for the safety and well-being of all employees and equipment at the airline. The safety department conducts internal safety audits and evaluations of all operational departments. Additionally, SkyWest’s safety department voluntarily participates in the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP); a reporting program for pilots, flight attendants and dispatchers to flag potential safety concerns. n

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By Leigh Rubin

SKYWEST AIRLINES CURRENT ROUTE MAP OCTOBER 2010 (updated monthly, may not reflect recent service updates)

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SkyWest has safely been flying the EMB 120, commonly CRJ700 referred to as the “workhorse” of the regional airline industry, since 1986. Don’t be fooled by the propellers you see; the same technology that powers jet aircraft actually powers the EMB 120 as well. Like jet engines, the EMB 120 is powered by a gas turbine design, allowing for the superior reliability and power that jet engines enjoy. The EMB 120 is also economically sound, allowing it to serve communities that may not support jet service. Additionally, the EMB 120 possesses state-of-the-art technology allowing for maximum passenger safety. Each SkyWest EMB 120 is equipped with a Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS). GPWS is a warning system designed to alert pilots when the aircraft is not in landing configuration or is getting too close to the ground. GPWS detects terrain ahead of and below the aircraft and warns pilots when there’s an obstruction ahead. Each EMB 120 also has an onboard Global Positioning System (GPS), which uses satellites to calculate an aircraft’s position on the earth’s surface. Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS) are also included for your safety. A more advanced radar system, TCAS in the flight deck is similar in theory to the equipment used in air traffic control towers to detect the position of all aircraft in the area.

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While SkyWest’s employees are truly what set the airline apart, the equipment used also plays a significant role in passenger safety. SkyWest’s fleet of 280 regional aircraft is CRJ200 one of the industry’s newest. The average age of an aircraft is under seven years. The fleet consists of three different airCRJ200 craft types: the 30-passenger Embraer 120 Brasilia (EMB 120), the Bombardier Canadair Regional Jet 200 LR (CRJ200), and the CRJ200’s sister aircraft, the Canadair Regional Jet 700 ER (CRJ700).

CRJ AIRCRAFT SkyWest has operated the 50-passenger CRJ200 since 1994. And in 2004, SkyWest welcomed the CRJ200’s sister aircraft, the nearly identical 66-passenger CRJ700, with a two-class cabin and United’s explusSM service. The CRJ200 and CRJ700 offer a balance of the best economics in their class and outstanding performance with the Collins Pro Line 4 Avionics Systems. This onboard technology allows pilots to better observe the flying environment. Both regional jets have the ability to monitor performance of aircraft systems as well as track nearby aircraft and terrain clearances. The aircraft are also equipped with a weather Galley Lavatory radar system which helps pilots see potentially treacherous CRJ200long before it is encountered. weather Passengers can rest easy knowing that the technology on1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 12 13 board SkyWest’s aircraftMain provides for a safer, smoother flying Entrance experience for both passenger and pilot. That’s safety first! n Emergency Exits

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Ryan Sutter: Going the Distance to Help Cancer Patients

Q. What’s been the most difficult part of this extreme endurance test? A. Going into it I expected the physical challenge. I didn’t anticipate the effect that my training and preparation and physical and emotional exhaustion were going to have on other aspects of my life. Again, I can relate it to people battling difficult circumstances. 48 | skyWest Magazine November/December 2010 united express

Q. Any special travel advice? A. Well, we now have two beautiful kids. Max is three and Blakesley Grace is almost two. They’re our focus, and when it comes to travel we try to hope for the best and prepare for the worst. So it’s lots of diapers and extra clothes and books and games and always a collapsible stroller. Even if we wind up carrying the kids we can put the luggage in the stroller. One other thing, I sometimes feel as if our lives are defined by the six weeks we were on TV. But that was not representative of my life. People in airports often recognize Trista and me, and sometimes they’re shy about coming up to us. I’d just like other travelers to know that we’re just regular people. We like meeting them.

Hometown Advice: When the Sutter family squires visitors around Vail, they always take a gondola ride up the mountain. “It’s available all year long and gives a great perspective of the Vail Valley. I like to expose people to the wilderness and nature and the important part of why I live here. No matter where I travel I am always drawn back to the wilderness. It’s what I need to recharge my batteries,” he said. n

Ryan running: Larry Rosa

Q. What made you want to get involved in such a difficult series of challenges? A. I’ve been involved with the camp for some time and basically I started to relate to the campers going through the program and they really inspired me. They accomplish so much while battling cancer and maintaining their lives. It requires a lot of emotional and physical strength. I realize that I possess the same capabilities but I wasn’t maximizing them because I wasn’t facing any dire circumstances. I wanted to do more with my life as a husband, a father, an athlete, a fire fighter. I am good friends with First Descents founder Brad Ludden so we talked and came up with the 10.10.10 First Descents Challenge—ten events over the course of 2010, which happens to be the organizations 10th anniversary. The goal is to get 10,000 people to donate $10 each.

We all depend on a support system and for me it’s been my wife. Trista has been so supportive, and she’s the one who has to take care of the kids and do all the travel planning.

Ryan and Max: Bo Bridges

even years after nabbing national attention as the successful suitor of ABC television’s Bachelorette Trista Rehn, Ryan Sutter is leveraging his celebrity to raise money and awareness for First Descents outdoor adventure camps. The Colorado-based organization uses outdoor activities such as kayaking and mountain climbing to benefit young adults with cancer. Donations fund the entire program. In an effort to raise $100,000 for First Descents, Sutter, a former college football star, spent the past year participating in ten grueling competitions, including the New York Marathon, the Lake Placid Ironman, Colorado’s Leadville Trail 100 and the 24 Hours of Moab mountain bike races. Here he shares about his motivation for the self-imposed fundraiser and offers info about life in Vail post-Bachelorette.

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