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iking poles are ridiculous, I thought. Then I became a pet parent, and watching my fourlegged beast so easily traverse Montana’s terrain led to a case of paw envy. The solution lay in hiking poles, but then my new toy proceeded to sit—lean against a wall, actually—in my closet as hiking became a smaller part of my life after I purchased them.

Their fate was about to change at summer’s end when a friend invited me on a 24-mile backpacking trip in the North Cascades. As I drove over the pass between Montana and Idaho, I felt so pleased with myself for packing light and having all the right gear for the trip, which included my Komperdell trekking poles.

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And then I realized they were still in my closet. I wasn't feeling like a gear champ as I drove up to my friend's house. At the trailhead, I was hit with another case of envy. My hiking companions all had poles. A separate group—a couple with two precious pups—was also equipped with hiking poles. And they were only doing a day hike! A conversation ensued between them and us and ended with their giving me a pair of “throwaway” poles. They might have been inexpensive, but the those poles saved me—from falling off a ridge or two, from throwing a tantrum or two. While I had recently finished training for a marathon swim and was in shape, I was really just meant to swim that distance, not hike it. But my position on hiking poles has changed because if that’s how well cheap poles work— giving me that extra boost I envied about my angel pup—then hiking poles are most certainly not ridiculous and I look forward to taking my Austrian-made trekking poles out this month...on a day hike.

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18 The Inside Track

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FALL FESTIVAL & COUNTRY CONCERT SHO DOWN, Montana's hottest country band, will be playing a sixhour concert on Saturday, October 15 at the second annual Trapper Peak Outfitters & Guest Lodge Fall Festival in Victor. Overnight, guests will enjoy a two-hour acoustic performance fireside at 8 p.m. Fun for the whole family includes a hay stack hunt for the kids, horse drawn hayrides, beer and beverage vendors, food vendors, made in Montana

After seeing a surge in customers looking to experience the tasty health

gifts, and live music all day leading up to the evening festivities. Book

benefits of bison, Bitterroot Bison Co. has come up with new ways to offer

your guest room or campsite and enjoy a complimentary breakfast for

their grass-fed, humane-certified and all-natural meat to the public by

all overnight lodgers. Event is located at 1765 Pleasant View Dr., Victor.

offering catering services. They have been traveling to events throughout

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Idaho, Montana, and Washington serving up delicious bison—burgers, tacos, chili, and much more. The Bitterroot Bison Co. has two herds within the Bitterroot—one in Lolo and another in Stevensville. They sell quarters,

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trunk-or-treat, costume contest, haunted school bus, creepy climbing wall, spooky swim, photo booth and much more. Break out your best costume

The time has finally come: cool nights, hot chili, bright lights. It could

and let October go out with a bang, or maybe a BOO. This event is located

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financial markets, which typically dislike surprises, changes and new directions. Consequently, stocks tend to fare pretty well during presidential election years. Still, some investors get jittery over how a candidate’s promises or plans might affect particular sectors within financial markets. And if a candidate with particularly worrisome ideas is ahead in the polls, you may see investors f lock to or away from the companies—or industries—that are most likely to be affected by a new president’s political agenda. Investors would be wise to remember that campaign promises have been known to become empty ones after an election. And, in any case, a president’s priorities and promises still have to be turned into legislation to have any real impact.

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If you essentially own just one asset class, such as growth stocks, your portfolio could take a big hit during a market decline. But during that same downturn, other types of investments might not fare nearly as badly. In fact, some might even do well. By spreading your dollars among growth stocks, international stocks, U.S. Treasury securities, corporate bonds, certificates of deposit, real estate (possibly in the form of real estate investment trusts, or REITs), and other investment vehicles, you can help reduce the effects of market volatility on your portfolio while also giving yourself more opportunities for success.

Spread your dollars among growth stocks, international stocks, U.S treasury securities, corporate bonds, certificates of deposit, real estate, and other investment vehicles.

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If you are by nature a conservative investor, you might primarily want to own investments such as certificates of deposit and money market funds. These vehicles offer significant protection of principal, but little in the way of return. Conversely, if you are an aggressive investor, you might lean more toward growth stocks and other securities that offer potentially high returns; in exchange, you’re willing to accept the price volatility that comes with these investments. Try to find some middle ground between “conservative” and “aggressive” so that your portfolio can help you progress toward your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, without subjecting you to undue risk.

DON’T INVEST TOO CONSERVATIVELY—OR TOO AGGRESSIVELY.

Find some middle ground between “conservative” and “aggressive” so that your portfolio can help you progress toward your long-term goals.

Investment-related taxes can eat into your returns, so it pays to follow a “tax-smart” strategy. For example, if you hold investments for at least one year before selling them, your profits will be taxed at the long-term capital gains rate, which is 15% for most taxpayers. But if you’re a frequent trader, and you sell investments you’ve held for less than a year, you’ll be taxed at your personal income tax rate, which may be considerably higher than 15%. Another tax-smart move is to contribute as much as you can afford to tax-deferred retirement accounts, such as your 401k and traditional IRA. If you’re eligible to contribute to a Roth IRA, your earnings grow tax-free, provided you’ve had your account at least five years and you don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re 59-1/2.

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Presidents come and go, as does their impact on financial markets. But no one has greater control over your investment success than you—so elect to make the decisions based on your portfolio and your priorities, not who you think will be sitting in the White House come Inauguration Day.

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f you take a walk at Playfair Park on a Monday or Wednesday in May at 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., you’ll notice a hullabaloo echoing from the direction of the Sentinel High School track. As you walk closer, the racket will get louder and louder and you’ll see a splurge of color—hundreds of kids wearing different hues of the Missoula Youth Track Club t-shirt—running and throwing and jumping inside the oval. A boy in orange sprints down the runway and launches himself into the sand. Kids in yellow and blue and green take turns jumping onto the deep cushion of the high jump mat. They flop onto their backs and bounce their way off. Six- and seven-year-olds with shirts to their knees are jumping over hurdles that would scarcely reach to your shins (a good obstacle for a Jack Russell Terrier). A multi-colored menagerie of seventh- and eighth-graders play a raucous game of tag in the middle of the field full children screaming and laughing and covered in grass stains. Everywhere, there are the red shirts of older kids—the high schoolers—who run, jump, and throw along with the smaller kids. If you watch long enough, you’ll notice that the younger kids are listening to the high schoolers—emulating them—and the high schoolers, in turn, are teaching and leading, stretching the bounds of their self-confidence. A horn sounds and everyone rotates, moving to the next station for twenty minutes. This goes on for an hour—an hour of six hundred kids moving and laughing and having a blast. This is an MYTC practice. It’s exactly what Mary Thane envisioned track to be in Missoula 17 years ago, when her oldest daughter was in kindergarten and the after-school activities for her were limited to soccer, softball and swimming, among a few others to choose from. None of them quite fit what Mary was looking for. She wanted something “that didn’t involve weekends, didn’t need uniforms, and was as low cost and fun as possible.” Mary knew the activity she wanted her daughter to try—track and field—but Missoula didn’t have a youth team. She considered starting one herself, so she told other parents about the idea and then she convened a meeting. Thirteen enthusiastic volunteers showed up and the Missoula Youth Track Club was born. Growing up, Mary had participated in a youth track program in Kalispell that was coached by the Flathead Community College women’s track team. By the time she reached high school, the coaching had been passed on to the high schoolers and she had the opportunity to be a coach. She loved the experience enough not to forget it. When it came time to starting her own track club, Mary knew that she needed passionate parents, volunteering hundreds of hours each year to hold the group together. Karen Umbaugh, a math teacher at Sentinel, volunteered to recruit high schoolers, Wilma Tabaracci said she would run the track meets, and Craig Birgenheier agreed to handle the finances. “OK, we’ll try bare bones, let’s hope for 50 kids to show up,” Mary recalled. “Well, we had 150 kids and 50 high school coaches that first year!” The club has only grown and flourished since then. CONTINUED >

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BUILDING LEADERS

From the beginning, MYTC has been about more than just track. Track has been the vehicle used to bring everyone together—to be active, have fun and form relationships. As Karen acknowledges, MYTC is “more about the relationships than the actual track.” Mary and Karen agreed that one of the strongest relationships formed, and the one they are most proud of, is the relationship between the participants and high school coaches. “[MYTC] gives high schoolers a chance to be leaders,” Mary said. “Sometimes it’s the first time that they’ve ever been able to say, ‘Oh, you’re not telling us what to do?’ They have to figure out how to control the little kids. They have to figure out how to teach the hurdles, for example.” Karen has had the opportunity to see many of the coaches both in her classroom at Sentinel and on the track, and she’s noticed that for many of her students their MYTC experience “makes them grow up.” She added, “It’s good to see high schoolers shine in something outside the classroom. You see a different side of them.” Jake Laskin, an MYTC coach for two years before taking on more responsibility with the club, recalled that the biggest skill he learned was adaptability. “You come in with a plan but you have so many kids, all with different skills. You learn to adapt the practices to the kids’ abilities and make it fun for them,” he said. MYTC gives high schoolers who have no background in competitive track or competitive sports the opportunity to be coaches. Every year, the Griz track team puts on a clinic for the MYTC coaches. As Jake explained, “A wider spectrum of high schoolers are able to be coaches. The emphasis is on recreation instead of competition.” That focus on recreation, on being active, has been one of Mary’s goals from the beginning. As a physical therapist for Community Medical Center, she shared how rewarding it is to “see little kids and 20

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high schoolers being active, especially with this childhood obesity problem. Seventh grade is when kids typically drop out of sports, but [with MYTC] now they’re being active again and realizing, ‘Wow, this is fun.’” At every practice, coaches are encouraged to be inclusive. “We tell the coaches,” said Mary, “we want every kid to leave with a good feeling that day. It might not be about track but they could notice that ‘Oh, Sarah, you listened well today.’” It’s this fun, active, inclusive environment that’s helped MYTC to shine for the last 17 years and as the founders hand over the reigns to young, adept parents and volunteers, there’s no doubt that the club will thrive long into the future.

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A STANDOUT VOLUNTEER Before his junior year, Jake Laskin approached Karen Umbaugh about taking on a bigger role with MYTC. Karen knew Jake to be an excellent student, a member of the National Honor Society, and an upstanding coach. But he quickly proved that he was also an outstanding organizer and computer maven. In that first year, Jake spent a hundred hours typing registration forms into the MYTC database. He attended every meeting, and organized all 450 participants and 150 coaches into teams. The following year, he took on even more

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launching a computer registration program for the club. For Jake, the opportunity to take on this responsibility was invaluable: “It made me appreciate how much work goes into 10 practices and all the behind-the-scenes work that goes unrecognized.” Jake’s thousands of hours of work for the club did not go unrecognized. Every year, MYTC gives scholarships to deserving coaches and Jake received a substantial sum to help fund his freshman year of college at Montana State University. Even while studying chemical engineering at MSU, Jake is continuing to volunteer his time to run MYTC’s registration. He exemplifies the generous spirit found throughout the MYTC community.

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A FOUR-DAY (OR ONE-DAY) TREK THROUGH THE RATTLESNAKE ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY JAY GORE

ctober is a great time to be outdoors. The nights are cool, the days warm. An early frost usually deals with most bugs, the air is smoke-free, and the stars shine brightly. And people usually have to drive hundreds of miles to reach wildernesses such as what is in our backyard—the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area and Wilderness. This (suggested) four-day hike will take you 21 miles east to west through this nearby recreation area. Start at the West Gold Creek trailhead on the east side and hike four miles through forests and around Prim Lake to Rattlesnake Creek, where you’ll find a major two-track road up the valley a short distance to a pleasant meadow with a couple of camping spots. The deciduous foliage here is rich with fall colors and is a nice place to kick off your boots. The day’s adventure can end there (by hiking out). But it doesn’t have to. After getting a good night’s rest, hike 5.2 miles to Carter Lake and then on to Warden Lake. The shoreline and area around Carter Lake doesn’t provide any places to pitch camp, but it’s a nice locale to rest and eat lunch before venturing one mile farther to Warden Lake. This stretch involves a 400-foot gain in elevation but you’ll be rewarded with better camping and, at the west side of the lake, the scenic ridge wall of Mosquito Peak. A map check reveals at least 40 lakes in the area around McLeod, Mosquito and Stuart peaks, some small and unnamed but they are there for the adventurer. The day’s adventure can end there (by hiking out). But it doesn’t have to. From Warden Lake, hike 2.6 miles to Twin Lakes, an elevation gain of 1,100 feet, during which time you’ll reach the high ridge above McCarthy Lake, west of Stuart Peak. You can see vast areas west into the Missoula Valley and to Lolo Peak. To the east, there are views into the Swan Range, to the north the Mission Mountains. The day’s adventure can end there (by hiking out). But it doesn’t have to. Only 9.1 miles and a loss of 3,550 feet in elevation separate you from civilization. From Twin Lakes, hike out to the Ravine Creek trailhead at Grant Creek. The day’s adventure is done, which means it's time to start planning the next one. Before embarking into the wilderness, it’s advisable to check with local agencies for information about the area. Visit the Lolo National Forest website at FS.USDA.gov/lolo or call the Missoula Ranger Station at 406.329.3814. CONTINUED >

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Mud DRIED FLOWER WORKSHOP ENCOURAGES URBAN SUSTAINABILITY ARTICLE CHELSEA LYN DRAKE

UD, also known as the Missoula Urban Demonstration Project, is one of Missoula’s oldest non-profit organizations, not to mention a deep twisted root that grounds and reminds our community of sustainable practices. Its mission is in the name—demonstration. Each year, MUD workshops are held to educate community members about topics far and wide, ranging from beer brewing to small engine repair to f loral design and beyond. The Earth Friendly Floral Workshop was one of those workshops, held at the beginning of the year in the midst of late winter blues. There were dried f lowers, sprays and sprigs spaced out on round tables— the scent of eucalyptus hanging in the air over a small gathering of strangers pooled together to touch anything that reminded them of greener days. While doubling as a much-needed winter reprieve, the workshop—led by Melissa Lafontaine of Earth Within Floral Design and Paula Jean of Paula’s Garden—was a look into the simple ways in which we as community members can take advantage of our natural resources and create intricate, beautiful bouquets using plants and f lowers from our own backyards and local f lower farms as compared to buying imported fresh f lowers.

“Since we don't eat f lowers, a lot of people don't educate themselves about the ethics and choices in chemical use or the importance of sustainable practices in f lower production,” said Ellie Costello, MUD Project Organizational Director. “We wanted folks to learn about ethics in flower production and wild crafting of flowers.” Melissa and Paula carried on in true MUD fashion, teaching the class about design skills and choices, encouraging each individual’s vision through hands-on learning, resource sharing and engagement. “We believe that sustainability is creative and fun and that by educating, demonstrating, and celebrating sustainable choices, we will create a healthy ecosystem and equitable communities,” said Ellie. It’s a breath of fresh air knowing that an organization such as MUD is behind the curtain at what was first thought to be just a fun night out of hibernation. Their partnership with local experts is a microcosm of the camaraderie Missoula thrives on— it’s the thread that keeps the patchwork of our diverse community together. CONTINUED >

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Upcoming Workshop with Earth Within & MUD Holiday Gifts: Wreaths & Dried Flowers Wednesday, December 7 To register and for a complete list of upcoming workshops, visit EarthWithin.com. Earth Within offers the community a socially sustainable and earth-friendly alternative to flower sourcing through artful arrangements and education. In addition to leading flower workshops, they also create seasonal arrangements for weddings and events throughout the state.

Get Involved: The MUD Project has been a part of the Missoula community since 1981. It’s grown a lot over the years and has found its niche with their largest program, the MUD Tool Library. Individuals, families, and organizations can become MUD members for an annual fee on an income-based sliding scale. Members have full access to the Tool Library, receive discounts on sustainability-focused workshops, and receive discounts at certain community partner stores. MUD’s site on Wyoming Street also serves as a demonstration space for sustainability projects. With re-purposed shipping containers, an urban gardening set-up, permeable substrate surfaces, water catchment, and other sustainable design choices, the people at MUD hope that the community feels both welcome and inspired to do their own projects by keeping in mind a balance of healthy environmental and societal needs. Visit MUDProject.org for a complete list of backyard sustainability workshops or take advantage of the MUD Tool Library at 1527 Wyoming St. The Tool Library is open Monday through Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The MUD Project office number is 406.721.7513 and the Tool Library can be reached at 406.549.6790.

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October EVERY TUESDAY

OCTOBER 1, 8 & 15

OCTOBER 8

AFRICAN DANCE CLASS

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HANDMADE PASTA TWIST

MISSOULA SENIOR CENTER

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Unity Dance & Drum’s African dance class

Home games in October: The Griz face off

Are you curious about how to make pasta by

with Tarn Ream and live musicians meets

with Southern Utah in a Big Sky Confer-

hand? Come to TBK's pasta night and learn the

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dancers are welcome any time! Cost is $10

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OCTOBER 16 MISSOULA TWEED RIDE FREE CYCLES Join other bike enthusiasts in your Sunday "tweed" best for a five-mile ride with tea stops downtown and in Greenough Park to help raise funds to keep Free Cycles free,

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outstanding Wagnerians: Nina Stemme as

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Gubanova as Brangäne, and René Pape

Erika Wennerstrom (of Heartless Bas-

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OCTOBER 20 - 30 TARZAN: THE STAGE MUSICAL MISSOULA COMMUNITY THEATRE Tarzan is an exciting story of "nature versus nurture" as Tarzan’s two worlds collide. Raised in the jungle by a family of gorillas that does not trust humans, Tarzan meets Jane, a beautiful English naturalist from the "civilized" world. Can what Tarzan knows and what he feels co-exist? Tickets are available at MCTInc.org.

OCTOBER 22 & 25 DON GIOVANNI: LIVE IN HD ROXY THEATER The charismatic baritone Simon Keenlyside plays the title hero, opera’s ultimate cad, who goes to hell in a dazzling coup de théâtre in the Met's Live in HD performance of Mozart's Don Giovanni. The ensemble of great singers includes Hibla Gerzmava, Malin Byström, Rolando Villazón, and Kwangchul Youn. Principal Conductor Fabio Luisi is on the podium. Visit TheRoxyTheater.org.

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ow could a woman who still has no idea what a “first down” is find herself so captivated at Friday night football games? It’s easy. In the past few years, my sports cluelessness has allowed me to keenly observe the hundreds and hundreds of folks off the field. There is juicy stuff there. I have tailgated. I have chatted with moms confessing similar ESPN aversions. I have eavesdropped without mercy. It seems to me a high school football game is a microcosm of life. I think every person who attends this all-American event arrives with a little bucket of hope. Only, every hope is different. If you start with the basics, the kids on each team and the entire crowd hope for a win. But then it gets more complicated. And I suspect the hope of which I speak has many tentacles because, as I’ve already hinted, I’m wide-eyed and nosey. Now in year three of attending high school games, I have meticulously catalogued the vibe, from serious to silly. If I were to guess what others quietly hope for on these magical Friday nights, based purely on this anecdotal, mustard-stained research, here’s how it would go: Band Mom: “I hope the crowd realizes this punchy music, this amazing performance of coordination, is not coming out of thin air. These kids practice their tails off, too.” Future Valedictorian: “Must maintain the GPA. Must maintain the GPA.” Hair-Flipping Sophomore Gal: “There he is about twelve bleachers up. I hope he notices me.” The Guy Twelve Bleachers Up: “Come on, defense!” Soccer Dad: “Why don’t my daughter’s games attract crowds like this? I hope it doesn’t bother her. First down! Yes!” Mother Who Stayed Because Freshman Needs a Ride Home:

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