APR MAR MAY APR 2017 2017
LIVING LOCAL
staying
IN THE NORTHWEST
10-year
rOAD TRIP
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
1
SMALL
TOWN
BIG THINGS
BONNERS FERRY (208) 267-7771 (208 ) 267-7771 For our full menu coupon offers visit For For our our full fullmenu menu&& &coupon couponoffers offersvisit visit pizzafactory.com/bonners-ferry pizzafactory.com/bonners-ferry pizzafactory.com/bonners-ferry
Extra Large 1 Topping Pizza & Medium Stix $19.99
PIZZA & PASTA, CALZONES, WINGS, LUNCH BUFFET 7 DAYS/WEEK, SALAD BAR
Gift Certificates Available! DINE IN - TAKE OUT - DELIVERY
PIZZA PARTY PLACE!
SUNDAY-THURSDAY 11AM-9PM FRIDAY-SATURDAY 11AM-10PM
CALL AHEAD! We’ll set up and clean up for you!
6637 6637 FRY FRY ST. ST.
® WE WE TOSS’EM, TOSS’EM, THEY’RE THEY’RE AWESOME AWESOME ®
Novinger Music
DOES SOMEONE YOU KNOW NEED IN-HOME CARE? NA, CNA, LPN & RN NURSES AVAILABLE
Center
A SPE N
Personal
Register NOW for Summer Lessons & Classes!
6945 MAIN STREET BONNERS FERRY, ID 208.267.8777 103 E. FOURTH STREET CLARK FORK, ID 208.266.1530
Private Lessons For All Ages & Skill Levels
1055 FONTAINE DRIVE SANDPOINT, ID 208.265.4555
Music cLasses
For Toddlers & Preschoolers
Adult & Children’s Services include... • • • • • • •
“Music for Life!” Novinger Music Center 6426 Kootenai, Suite 101 208.597.1118 novingerpiano@gmail.com
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
Preparing & Eating Meals Shopping Transportation Medication Reminders Housekeeping & Laundry Personal Hygiene Bathing & Dressing
• • • • • • •
Surgery Recovery Respite Time for Families Full Care Overnight Care Companionship & More Private Duty Nursing ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR CNA, NA, RN
aspenpersonalcare.com FREE IN HOME CONSULTATIONS Children & Adult Services provided, and can be covered by: Medicaid IN HOME CARE PROGRAM, Some Insurances & Private Pay
2
WHAT’S ON YOUR
FEET? JUST BECAUSE YOU’RE ROUGHING IT, DOESN’T MEAN YOUR FEET HAVE TO.
Stop by TODAY and pick up YOUR new hiking boots!
Libby Sports Center
Every Customer Means A Great Deal To Us! — Full Line Sporting Goods and Clothing Store — Fishing and Hunting License Provider • No Sales Tax! 204 West 9th Street • Libby, Montana •
406.293.4641
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
3
• libbysportscenter@frontiernet.net
North Face • Under Armour • Nike • Saucony • DC • Brooks • Asics • Kenetrek • Danner • Matthews • Bear Archery • Diamondback Bikes • And Much More!
PUBLISHER Don't Lose Hope! We Set the Standard!
WE TURN ON THE TELEVISION only to witness news reports of violence and despair at home and abroad. Politicians bickering. Divisiveness that stems from politics, beliefs and race. But does life really have to be that way? With the Lenten season and Easter now over, let’s not lose the hope and promise the season brought to us. Hope is defined as a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen. Some may argue that this can lead to discouragement if our expectations are not met. But stop to think about it. Where would we be without hope? We do not have to look far to see how we can help others find the hope they so desire. During the Lenten season, many typically talk about sacrificing things they love. Now that the season is over, carry on the tradition with a new twist. Sacrifice your time. Take an hour or two a week and volunteer at a local organization that may need help. There are plenty of them right here in our own community. There are many elderly people who may have lost hope in the later years of their lives. Make it a point to visit with some of them. It will give them renewed hope. One thing that makes our community so unique is people’s willingness to help one another. So whether you lend a hand to an elderly person at the grocery store, volunteer for a few hours at a soup kitchen or just smile a little more at passers by, know that you are helping spread the good news of the Easter season all year long!
Steve Russo
Steve Russo | steve@livinglocal360.com
Would you like to receive this issue and future issues in your inbox? Visit www.BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com and sign up for our FREE Green edition! MAY MAR P R7 A201 2017
LIVING
THE BEAUTIFUL BLUE skies have finally arrived, and they beckon us to get out and enjoy the outdoors. This photo of the Kootenai Valley by Rachel Figgins will surely give you spring fever and inspire you to lace up your hiking boots and enjoy the paradise that we call North Idaho.
LOCAL
6425 South Main Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho THE IN NORTHWEST
staying
208.267.4000
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
ABOUT THE COVER
10-year IP rOAD TR
.com ingLocal FerryLiv
Bonners
4
1
TOWN BIG THINGS
SMALL
Financial Advice From a Knowledgeable Neighbor National strength. Local presence.
Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Financial Advisors are well versed in the wide range of financial products and services our firm offers. They also have the knowledge and experience to match the right strategies with the right client at the right time. Our Financial Advisors are capable of delivering premier wealth-building strategies and imparting the knowledge accumulated by a firm that has been in business for over 130 years.
Paul Turcott Financial Advisor Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. 14636 N. Scottsdale Road Pinnacle III Scottsdale, AZ 85254 Phone: 480-333-1815 paul.turcott@opco.com
Contact Paul and start planning for your tomorrow, today. Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Transacts Business on All Principal Exchanges and Member SIPC
STEPS TO APPLY: 1) Email your resume and cover letter to Rachel@livinglocal360.com. www.BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
2) Upload a video to YouTube of yourself with your pitch on why we should consider you for the position and email the link.
5
WWW.BONNERSFERRYLIVINGLOCAL.COM
MARKETING
Marketing Manager | Rachel Figgins 208.661.1597 | rachel@livinglocal360.com
EDITORIAL
Managing Editor | Jillian Chandler jillian@livinglocal360.com Senior Editor | Patty Hutchens patty@livinglocal360.com
Editor | Jani Gonzalez jani@livinglocal360.com
Staff Writer/Distribution Colin Anderson colin@livinglocal360.com
DESIGN
Creative Director | Whitney Lebsock Senior Designer | Jessica Herbig Designer & Media Manager Maddie Russo
ACCOUNTING/OPERATIONS
Managing Partner | Kim Russo Executive Director | Steve Russo Operations Director | Jessica Herbig
COVER PHOTOGRAPHY Rachel Figgins
BONNERS FERRY LIVING LOCAL MAGAZINE
is brought to you by www.livinglocal360.com. If you would like to advertise with us, please call 208.661.1597 or email info@livinglocal360.com. To submit articles, photos, nominations and events, email us at events@livinglocal360.com.
Living Local Magazine is published monthly and distributed freely throughout Bonners Ferry, Sandpoint, Dover Bay, Coeur d’Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, Rathdrum and the Spokane Valley. Opinions expressed in articles or advertisements do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the publisher. Living Local Magazine is not responsible for omissions or information that has been misrepresented to the magazine. Living Local Magazine is produced and published by Living Local 360 and no part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted without the permission of the publisher.
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
6
TABLE OF CONTENTS
08
08 Good News
Local pharmacist helps bring health care to less fortunate.
10 Essentials Practical living tips.
13 Life & Community Great local events and stories.
14 Business Spotlight
Oppenheimer & Co. - Enlist the assistance of a financial advisor.
RESORT REALTY My deep love for Bonners Ferry and Boundary County will make me a special Realtor for you. Together we will find the perfect home or land you desire.
22
18 Best of Bonners
Bonners Ferry’s best businesses.
20 Bonners Ferry In Focus
The Hope House: No strings attached.
22 Living Local
Wildfires: An opportunity for regeneration and growth.
Chris Clark
26 Health & Lifestyle
Tips for living a healthy, active lifestyle.
Associate Broker SPECIALIZING IN: Commercial Residential Farm/Ranch Investment property
Contributors Oppenheimer & Co. • Stu Willis, MD • Mary Terra-Berns • Matt Thompson
26 29 Ways To Stay
Pick your favorite overnight accomodations.
34 Northwest Festivals Where to stay when you come to play.
38 Travel & Leisure
A 10-year “road” trip leads to Coeur d’Alene.
42 Arts & Entertainment
29
Local calendar of events.
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
7
FREE MARKET APPRAISAL TO ESTABLISH SALES PRICE. FREE HOME SEARCH CBBonnersFerry.com
208.610.5253 cclark2go@frontier.com 6606 Lincoln Street Bonners Ferry, ID
GOOD NEWS CHANGING LIVES
Local pharmacist helps bring health care to less fortunate
By Patty Hutchens • Photos by Aimee Steurmer BONNERS FERRY RESIDENT, Aimee Stuermer, was searching for something to help feed her soul. So when she heard about an opportunity to go on a mission trip last year, she just couldn’t pass it up. “I had always been interested in doing a mission trip,” said Aimee, who owns Medicine Man Pharmacy in Bonners Ferry along with her husband Shane. “Last February, a fellow alumnus … posted on Facebook that a group she had done mission trips with in the past had several pharmacists drop out of an upcoming mission trip due to concerns about Zika virus. She put out a call to action to any pharmacists who may be interested. I decided to go on February 8, 2016, and the mission began on March 11, 2016. It was very last minute!” Led by Faith In Practice, Aimee traveled to Retalhuleu Department in Guatemala. She spent two days in a clinic in Aldea Biloma and two additional days working in a clinic in Pueblo Nuevo, as well as in local schools. When the opportunity to travel with the same group came about this year, Aimee knew she had to go. “This year, we went to El Progreso Department in Guatemala, spending two clinic days in Sanarate and two clinic days in Morazán,” she said. As a pharmacist, Aimee’s role was to fill prescriptions for patients who were seen by the clinic doctors as well as those being referred to surgery and other services. “We had a strict formulary of medications that the prescribers could write for,”
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
said Aimee. “We would, in general, dispense a three-month supply of long-term medications and fewer for acute medications, in hopes that the patients would try the medications, discover their benefits and purchase them in local pharmacies. Medications are available over the counter in Guatemala.” Due to the malnutrition in the patients they saw, Aimee and her fellow pharmacists gave every patient of every age a large supply of multivitamins. Aimee shared that the majority of the medications came prepackaged in baggies with a specific amount of medication in each. They had a label that was pre printed in Spanish and typically only required filling in the patient's name, the number of tablets/capsules per dose and how often to take the dose. “As pharmacists, we would also check the medications for accuracy, appropriate dose and drug interactions,” said Aimee. “Generally, our bus drivers who transport us to the clinics double as our medication consultants, and they counsel each patient on how to take the medication and any applicable side effects. When they are busy, it is fun to help out— if you speak Spanish—and do the counseling yourself.” This year, Aimee said there were 35 to 40 people who went on the trip. Some of the roles included general, pediatric and gynecology physicians, translators, dentists, dental assistants, nurses, laboratory technicians, photojournalists, organizational bus drivers and armed security guards. A local ophthalmologist was also on hand two of the four clinic days. Aimee is grateful for all those she worked hand in hand with on these missions, but even more so, she will never forget the gratitude expressed by those they served.
8
“At the end of the two days in one village, we pack up our supplies and gather together to spread thanks. Last year, the mayor of Pueblo Nuevo made a speech thanking us for helping his city and then presented the group leader with a certificate granting us all honorary citizens of the city. This year, the mayor of Sanarate presented every single one of us with a handmade tote bag made by villagers, which really brought tears to my eyes,” said Aimee. “The mayor of Morazán presented every single one of our team members with a personalized certificate thanking us for our hard work.”
General and Family Dentistry Hank Willis, DDS “Gentle Dental Care for the Entire Family”
Aimee knows she and her fellow missionaries are making a profound difference in the lives of those they serve, but what many do not know is the difference they are making in Aimee’s life. And it is her story that she also wants people to know. Aimee struggles with clinical depression and suicidal episodes. “It is one of the reasons I have always wanted to go on a mission trip—so that I could find purpose in my life and reasons why my life was better spent alive and helping others,” said Aimee. “When I was presented with the opportunity to join this mission trip last year, I was just coming out of one of my severe, bedridden episodes, and it just seemed meant to be. That is why I jumped on it so quickly.” Aimee added that it’s important to her to take away the stigma of mental illness and to talk openly about it. “I make sure to share my story with all of my fellow volunteers on each mission trip so I can strip away that stigma,” she said. “These trips have helped me to align myself and refocus my priorities.” A little advice from Aimee for those who have ever considered going on a mission trip: “Definitely pursue it. It will change your life, as it changed mine,” she said, adding that it is important to find a reputable organization with excellent personal security.
Enhance Your Look Today
“Every year, this trip helps to put my problems into perspective and helps me to realize how blessed I really am to have the life I do,” Aimee said. “I learn to be appreciative for what I have and to always have a generous, giving attitude in all aspects of my life.”
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
6811 S. Main Street Suite A, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
www.hankwillisdds.com Phone: (208) 267-6454
9
Practical Living
ESSENTIALS This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Kevin Callos
FINANCIAL FOCUS DON’T LET YOUR INVESTMENTS TAKE A “VACATION”
IT’S SUMMER AGAIN – time for many of us to take a break and possibly hit the open road. But even if you go on vacation, you won’t want your investments to do the same – in summertime or any other season. How can you help make sure your portfolio continues to work hard for you all year long? Here are a few suggestions: • Avoid owning too many “low growth” investments. As you know, different investments have different characteristics and can help you in different ways. For example, you typically own stocks because you want them to grow in value so that you can eventually sell them for a profit. Other investments, such as certificates of deposit (CDs), provide you with a regular source of income and stability of principal – two valuable contributions to your portfolio. However, investments like CDs don’t
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
10
www.edwardjones.com
You’ve Spent a Lifetime Preparing for Retirement.
offer much in the way of growth. So if you own too many of them, you might be slowing your progress toward your important financial goals, such as a comfortable retirement. You can maximize the productivity of your portfolio by owning a variety of investments – domestic stocks, international stocks, corporate bonds, U.S. Treasury securities, CDs and more. How much of each investment should you own? The answer depends on a variety of factors, including your age, income, risk tolerance, family situation and specific objectives. Over time, your ideal investment mix may change, but you’ll likely need at least some growth potential at every stage of your life. • Don’t let your portfolio go “unsupervised.” Your investment portfolio can be subject to “drift” if left alone for extended time periods. In fact, without your making any moves at all, your portfolio can move in directions that may not be favorable to you. Suppose you think your holdings should be made up of 70% stocks, but due to strong gains, your stocks now make up 80% of your portfolio. This development could lead to a risk level that feels uncomfortably high to you. That’s why you should review your portfolio at least once a year, possibly with the help of a financial professional, to check your progress and make adjustments as needed.
• Don’t stop at the nearest “resting place.” Some people hope that if they can get that one “winner,” they will triumph in the investment arena. But the ability to “get rich quick” is much more of a myth than a reality. True investment success typically requires patience, persistence and the resilience to continue investing even during market downturns. In other words, investing is a long-term endeavor, and you need a portfolio that reflects this reality. The investment moves you make today may pay off for you decades from now. You need to establish your goals and keep them constantly in mind as you invest. And you will never really reach the end of your investment journey, because you’ll need to make choices and manage your portfolio throughout your retirement years. Hopefully, you will enjoy a pleasant vacation sometime this summer. But your investment portfolio shouldn't take time off.
Now What? If you’re recently retired or planning to retire, you’re probably concerned about making the right financial decisions. Together, we can find the answers. We’ll sit down, face to face, to develop a strategy designed to help your finances meet your needs over the long haul.
To develop a retirement income strategy that works for you, call or visit today.
Kevin R Callos, AAMS® Financial Advisor
6797 Eisenhower St Bonners Ferry, ID 83805 208.267.5664 WORKING WHILE YOU PLAY
IRT-4513A-A
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
11
Member SIPC
Beck’s has Outdoor Furniture!
• Patio Seating • Outdoor Sectional Sets • Fire Pit Tables • Outdoor Dining Tables • Outdoor Coffee-Dining Tables • Umbrellas • Loveseat Gliders • Fire Pit Pub Tables • Patio Accessories
Customer Appreciation Day! Saturday, May 6th, 2017 11am-2pm
NORTH IDAHO’S DESTINATION GARDEN CENTER SHOP LOCAL - BE LOCAL
w w w. M o o s e Va l l e y F a r m s . c o m
Highway 95 Milepost 495.5 | Naples, Idaho
208.267.5108
Email us your garden questions!
cindikimball@moosevalleyfarms.com L I K E U S O N FA C E B O O K !
New to Beck’s this season is Outdoor Furniture by Ashley Furniture
Bonners Ferry - 6443 Mc Call Street
208.267.7267
www.becksfurniturestore.com f/becksfurniturestore.idaho
Bareroot Fruit Tree Sale ends April, 30th First Come, First Serve. Large trees, great varieties, fabulous prices!
• Chicks • Heritage Turkeys • Ducklings Get yours today!!
GEARING UP FOR SPRING?
50# GARDEN AMENDMENTS BEST PRICES AROUND ON PET FOOD
Largest Variety of Succulents in the area!
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
12
LIFE & COMMUNITY HEART AND SOUL
BOUNDARY COUNTY HOSPITAL FAIR Discover the Health Fair Advantage. Article courtesy of Boundary Community Hospital
EVERYONE WANTS TO LIVE a longer, healthier life, but not everyone knows where to find answers to health questions or where to find local services and support groups. Boundary Community Hospital is hosting a Community Health Fair Saturday, May 13, 9am to noon, and it’s an excellent opportunity to visit the hospital, take advantage of free tests, visit with local health vendors, talk with local emergency services (including a peek into a Life Flight helicopter) and support local health-related non-profit organizations. This year’s event features a special area with Time Sensitive Emergency exhibits featuring trauma, stroke and heart attack. Highlights of the Boundary Community Hospital Health Fair include: on-site blood pressure check , Accucheck instant blood sugar test, free hemoglobin A1c (glycohemoglobin) coupon, free lipid profile testing coupon, free information about Advance Directives— your right to make health-care decisions, hearing screening and nutrition counseling. Visit the Rehabilitation Services department where you can talk with the therapists, and visit Diagnostic Imaging and see the stateof-the-art test equipment including the new Computerized Tomography (CT) scanner, installed in summer 2016. Attendees can also buy vegetable plants and flowers for your garden from Eden Landscaping to support the Extended Care Facility, and discover more about the specialists who have clinics and surgery through Hospital Outpatient Services. Vendors this year include the BCH emergency team featuring Idaho Time Sensitive Emergency systems of care for trauma, stroke and heart attack including a Life Flight medical transport helicopter and exhibits from Boundary Ambulance. The City of Bonners
Ferry will showcase the recent High 5 Grant award funded through the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health whose objective is to reduce childhood obesity. Come participate in the community health survey for a chance to win prizes! Boundary County Library will share the opportunities that the library has to offer: a fine collection of books, DVDs and audios; educational facilities such as distance learning, online courses, business development resources and the Fab Lab with 3D printers, milling machine, C&C machine and laser cutter. Dream big and help the Library create a culture of opportunity! Local senior services including Medicaid/Medicare counseling, elder care facilities and home health, as well as community health services and organizations, counselors and behavioral health professionals, community groups and nonprofits including Cancer Support Groups, Overeaters Anonymous, Alzheimer’s Association, Grow! Gardens, U of I Extension Office, Victim Services and the Coalition of Families will be available. And local small businesses focused on keeping you healthy will be on site.
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
13
There’s also the Family Fun Run and Children’s Bike Rodeo, making this a multi-generational event with information for everyone. The Family Fun Run (3K, 5K, and 10K routes) starts at 8am sharp. Entry forms are available starting May 1 from Outpatient Services or online at BoundaryCommunityHospital.org. The first 70 people to register will receive a free collector T-shirt. The Children’s Bike Rodeo course will be set up by the Outpatient Services lobby parking area, where children will learn safe riding tips. Far North Outfitters in Bonners Ferry will be there to provide bicycle checkups and a clinic. And while supplies last, children will receive free helmets. As a Critical Access Hospital, Boundary Community Hospital is often the first stop in an emergency situation, but our neighbors find that it offers much more to our community. Discover for yourself. For more information, contact Lauren Kuczka by calling 208.267.6912 or emailing lauren.k@bcch.org.
Planning
Your Future
ENLIST THE ASSISTANCE OF A FINANCIAL ADVISOR ARTICLE PROVIDED BY OPPENHEIMER & CO.
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
14
PAUL TURCOTT, CFP® is a member of a five-person professional financial advisory team based in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Turcott Group of Oppenheimer & Co, Inc. has more than 100 years of combined experience with assisting families in planning for their financial future and a secure retirement. Paul’s business career spans 40 years with experience in the automotive, energy and financial service industries. Paul and his wife became part-time Northern Idaho residents in 2012 when they purchased a cabin and forest land on the Moyie River.
“I totally enjoy the natural beauty of North Idaho, the friendly and honest people, abundant wildlife … and no cell-phone service at our cabin. I also enjoy our time here in the winter, especially when the trees are flocked with snow,” says Paul. He continues, “I am making forestry a hobby and learning so much as a member of IFOA and the Tree Farm organization.” Paul is a full supporter of the timber industry and sustainable forest management. “During my nearly 14 years with The Turcott Group, I’ve been fortunate to work with a great
team of professionals, including my brother and nephew,” says Paul. We care deeply about our clients and the trust they place in us.” Paul’s team currently serves clients in Idaho and 44 other states. “It can be hard to know where you’re going financially without a plan. I hope to be of assistance to more clients in Northern Idaho and value face-to-face meetings. Please contact us for a no-obligation wealth plan designed to assist you in achieving your lifetime goals.”
It can be hard to know where you’re going financially without a plan. I hope to be of assistance to more clients in Northern Idaho and value face-to-face meetings. BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
15
STROKE! Think FAST By Stu Willis, MD, Emergency Department Director
A DROOPING FACE, weakness or numbness on one side, slurred or garbled speech … this could be a stroke. Like heart attacks, a stroke is a life-and-death emergency; time is critical, and every second counts, so think FAST and dial 911 immediately. FAST is a reminder of some of the signs of a stroke to be aware of: Face – Is there a droop on one side? Have the person smile. Arms – Is there weakness on one side? Have them raise the arms and test the hand grip. Speech – Is there altered speech (slurred or unable to speak)? Have them say, “The sky is blue.” Time – Every second is crucial; certain procedures and medications must be done quickly. Other sudden and unexpected signs of a possible stroke include—but are not limited to—confusion or difficulty understanding, numbness on one side or part of the body, trouble seeing with one or both eyes, dizziness, loss of balance or difficulty walking, and a severe migraine-like headache with no prior history. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S., killing 133,000 persons annually nationwide; about one in 20 deaths. Someone in the U.S. has a stroke every 40 seconds. The care for a stroke patient and the consequent disability results in more than $34 billion in
Many experts feel enhanced public education to decrease the risk factors leading to stroke and the notable systems in place for early stroke identification and treatment have contributed to the lower death rates in the U.S. annual health-care costs, as well as the anguish for the patient and the family. There are two basic types of stroke. An “ischemic” stroke is caused by a bloodflow blockage, similar to a heart attack clot. “Hemorrhagic” is a stroke caused by spontaneous bleeding in the brain (sometimes from a burst aneurysm). An emergency CT scan is needed to determine the difference. If the stroke is ischemic (clot blockage), a clot-buster medication must be administered within three hours of the onset of symptoms (up to 4 ½ hours in certain instances). The hospital Emergency Department staff stands ready with 24/7 CT-scan capability to determine if a stroke is ischemic or hemorrhagic, and can immediately deliver the clot-buster medicine when indicated. But it must start with the recognition of stroke signs and symptoms and dialing 911. Worldwide, stroke is the second leading cause of death, only after heart disease. Many experts feel enhanced public education to decrease the risk factors leading to stroke and the notable systems in place for early stroke identification and treatment have contributed to the lower death rates in the U.S. A stroke can strike at any age, and in the U.S., about one-
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
16
third of strokes occur in persons under the age of 65. Even persons in their 20s and 30s can suffer strokes. Prevention through public education and intervention is the key to lowering the stroke risk. The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association have identified seven key health risk factors and behaviors that influence the onset of heart disease and stroke in the U.S. These “Life’s Simple 7” are: smoking, physical inactivity, nutrition, obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. As the first Pacific Northwest hospital to receive the Critical Access Hospital designation by the federal government, Boundary Community Hospital plays an essential role in meeting the health-care needs of Bonners Ferry and the surrounding county. Under the Idaho Time Sensitive Emergency System, the hospital was recently awarded the designation as a TSE Level IV Trauma Center. The hospital is now actively engaged in meeting the stringent criteria required for designation as a Level III Stroke Center.
ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Proud Supporter of our Local Athletes!
BY PATTY HUTCHENS am planning on wrestling in college and becoming a coach in the future.” It is not just in school and sports that Jesse has a strong work ethic; he also works hard during the summer months.
JESSE SANDELIN: BONNERS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL junior, Jesse Sandelin, has always been passionate about sports. He has been involved in athletics since grade school and has played soccer and football for the past seven years. But for the last four year, it is his participation in wrestling that has become his true passion. “Wrestling is a very competitive sport and is physically and mentally demanding, with techniques that are only mastered with years of practice, hours of dedication and the inner drive to keep wrestling,” said Jesse. “You are part of the team, but on the mat it is just you.” Realizing the importance grades play in pursuing a career, Jesse keeps busy studying and balancing his athletics and academics to best prepare for his higher education. “My future plan is to attend North Idaho College for welding and fabrication, diesel tech and graphic design,” said Jesse. “And I
“I currently enjoy working for a local landscaping company in the summer to finance my college,” Jesse said. “When I complete my schooling at North Idaho College, my goal is to open a welding and fabrication shop.”
Providing Boundary County with advanced reliable high speed internet service.
Jesse said his most memorable moment in his wrestling career came this year when he placed at the state high school championships. “I also have several great memories with my team,” he said. “The Badger wrestling team has a family bond amongst wrestlers and coaches that is special to me. My wrestling coaches are some of the best.” When asked what life lesson he has learned from sports, Jesse responded: “Sports have taught me several life lessons [including] dedication, determination and good work ethic, to name a few.” And he added, “Always try to do your best.”
LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
www.elinternetnw.com
Voted Best Internet Provider!
“The Badger wrestling team has a family bond amongst wrestlers and coaches that is special to me. My wrestling coaches are some of the best.” Wrestling photo by Doug Beazer. BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
CALL OUR FRIENDLY STAFF TODAY!
17
208.946.4147 64 Automation Lane Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
We’re Hiring!
PIZZA & PASTA, CALZONES, WINGS,
Your LocaL Hometown SawmiLL
LUNCH BUFFET 7 DAYS/WEEK, SALAD BAR Gift Certificates Available!
4355 Cow Creek road Bonners Ferry, Idaho 208.267.1330 www.tntbeams.com
DINE IN - TAKE OUT - DELIVERY
LET US CLEAN UP THE MESS WINTER LEFT BEHIND!
Sunday-Thursday 11am-9pm Friday-Saturday 11am-10pm
6637 Fry Street in Bonners Ferry
208.267.7771
FUN, ENERGETIC Hairstylist Wanted! Contact Vanessa 208.217.0721 6451 McCall Street | Bonners Ferry
208.267.1170 FULL SERVICE SALON f MANESTREETHAIRDESIGN
The Badger’s Den Cafe & Latte
Iron Mike’s
Family Fitness 208-267-5299
Located on the Three Mile Corner
IronMikesGym.com
E FRE ATES STIM cure
E
o se r w t on ou g o n e Call r plac prunin you t tree ! list frui Tree & hazard removal Fruit tree pruning Crown thinning Cabling
View clearing Fire prevention Stump grinding Brush chipping & piling
dirkstreecarenaples.com f Dirks Tree Care | 208.290.3180
The Badgers Den Cafe & Latte is a family style restaurant serving breakfast, sandwiches, burgers – including buffalo burgers, huckleberry milk shakes and other American favorites. Open 6am-2pm daily or drive through for your morning latte starting at 5:30am. WiFi friendly! 6551 Main Street - Bonners Ferry
208.267.1486
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
18
• 24 Hour Access for members • Personal Training • Private Timed Circuit Room • Free Weights • Cardiovascular Machines • Nursery for Children • Day and Evening Aerobics • Fun and challenging classes for any fitness level at no extra charge! Spinning, Step And Strike Aerobics, Yoga, Stay Strong, and Body Blast
% 0 6 O T P U E V SA COOLING YOUR HOME
HEATING &
INSTANT REBATES
UP TO $500
The BEST Warranties in the Industry! 12 Years Mitsubishi Parts & Compressor Northern Lights Utility Rebates up to $1000 SPECIAL FINANCING OFFER
HEATING & COOLING
406-293-3994
www.formulafab.com BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
19
$
0 0 Down +
%
Interest hs! For 18 mont
CALL FOR YOUR FREE IN-HOME EVALUATION!
IN FOCUS
Hope House Continues Mission • By Colin Anderson
Over the past six years, the Hope House has helped hundreds of families in need.
NO STRINGS ATTACHED NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS IS AN idea lost on many in a world that seems so divided and filled with anger. Often people become self-absorbed with their own opinions and beliefs, and for anyone to challenge those beliefs is nearly unthinkable. Though it seems that the loudest on each end of an argument garner the most attention, all across the country there are those who continually put aside their personal beliefs to help those in need, including right here in Boundary County. “Simply here to help; no strings attached,” is the motto of the Hope House, and it’s been that way since it first opened its doors in 2011 at the corner of Roosevelt and Division in Moyie Springs. The Hope House, which is run by the Bonners Ferry Church of the Nazarene, steers away from perpetuating a heavy religious overtone—though it is a religious organization. People from all walks of life, denominations and faiths are welcome at the Hope House with no strings attached. Over the past six years, the Hope House has helped hundreds of families in need. An incredible number
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
20
DIRECTOR AIMEE CHRISTOPHERSON SAYS THAT PEOPLE IN VARIOUS LIFE CIRCUMSTANCES MAKE THEIR WAY TO THEIR DOOR. “We support a lot of families and seniors who are trying hard to make ends meet but just need a little extra help from time to time,” says Christopherson. “When you walk through Hope House’s doors, it is easy to see just how generous our Bonners Ferry community is.” of donations from the surrounding community are offered on a weekly basis, further proof of the community’s belief in the Hope House’s mission. Families and individuals in need of a few items will find them here. There is gently used clothing for all seasons for men, women, children and infants. Toiletry items like deodorant, toothpaste and toothbrushes are always available, and mothers in need of infant items such as diapers, wipes, formula and other necessities will find help at the Hope House. There is never a charge for these items, as the Hope House operates off the generosity of donations by the local community. Director Aimee Christopherson says that people in various life circumstances make their way to their door. “We support a lot of families and seniors who are trying hard to make ends meet but just need a little extra help from time to time,” says Christopherson. “When you walk through Hope House’s doors, it is easy to see just how generous our Bonners Ferry community is.” This past March, the Hope House hosted a sorting party due to the incredible amount of clothing they received during the late winter months. The community, again, stepped up to help go through and organize the items so they could more easily distribute the right clothing to those in need. With school out during the summer months, it can be difficult for local families to provide enough food for their children. The Hope House recognizes this need and is offering a free lunch each Tuesday as well as fun arts and crafts opportunities to help busy the kids. The last Sunday of each month, they hold a block party for the entire community, with free food and drinks, as well as a bounce castle for the kids. Often times during these events, there are special appearances by local fire and ambulance personnel. Despite the immense generosity, there are several items that the Hope House is in constant need of, such as gently used pots and pans. Although the days are getting warmer, many of the area homes have wood stoves as their heat source, so a firewood donation or an offer to help chop wood for families is always appreciated. Men’s and boys’ jeans without too much wear are also in high demand. Anytime you can provide non-perishable food, numerous programs serviced by the Hope House ensure that these food items make it to the tables of community members in need. The Hope House will continue its mission of helping people in their time of need. It is not designed as a full-scale support system but rather a place where community members can go for essentials to help get them through a rough patch, and as always, nothing is asked in return. If you would like to help out or donate, you can bring your items directly to the Hope House on the northwest corner of Roosevelt and Division in Duplex A. You can also follow them on Facebook to learn of upcoming events, donations from the community and what particular items the center is in need of at any given time. A FUNDRAISER FOR THE BCMS CHEERLEADERS ALSO BENEFITED THE HOPE HOUSE. Courtesy photo.
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
Helping your neighbors in a time of need might not grab headlines of major papers or be the top story on the evening news, but those who lend a helping hand know they’ve made a difference in someone’s life, and nothing is more fulfilling than acknowledging this, even without the recognition.
21
NATURE’S RESPONSE TO WILDFIRE An opportunity for regeneration and growth
Most of us have seen lightning crack out of the clouds and hit the ground, but did you know only certain bolts can start a fire? There are two types of lightning: hot lightning and cold lightning. A bolt of cold lightning carries an intense electrical current but only lasts for a few thousandths of a second. Hot lightning has currents with less voltage but can last as long as a full second. One second isn’t a lot of time, but it is long enough to start a fire. Today, about 10 percent of wildfires are started by lightning strikes; the remaining 90 percent are caused by humans.
By Mary Terra-Berns
ARISTOTLE WAS AN INTELLIGENT GUY. He is often credited with being the first genuine scientist in history. Not only was he smart, he was very observant and noted that nature is either at rest or is changing. Fire, along with other natural disturbances such as floods, landslides and earthquakes, can generate substantial change across the landscape. Fire, one of nature's oldest phenomena, has left its fingerprint in petrified wood and coal deposits that formed around 350 million years ago. Although some fires back then were probably caused by volcanic eruptions, most were likely started by lightning strikes.
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
22
Regardless of how a fire starts, the flames change the scenery. Last summer, several wildfires flared up in Northern Idaho; however, not nearly as many as the summer of 2015—one of the worst fire seasons on record in Idaho. Approximately 804,094 acres burned in Idaho in 2015, whereas in an average year about 577,700 acres are consumed by wildfires. Fires burn intensely in some areas while leaving other areas completely untouched, creating a patchwork of different habitats. Some fires are tenacious and can burn until the rain and snow of autumn and winter finally extinguish the flames. In spring,
Time for a Little
Things Change . . . Dust Off those Insurance Policies and Give Them the Once Over Health Insurance | Medicare | Life Insurance 401K / IRAs | Annuities | AFLAC
3
Bradley Insurance will help you clean out the cobwebs and get you back on track. Call Us today!
RADLEY
INSURANCE 208 265-1888 476653 Hwy. 95, Suite 3 in Ponderay
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
23
as the Earth's rotation slowly brings more sunlight, longer days, warmer temperatures and moisture in the form of melting snow and spring rain, we see another transformation, one not driven by infernos, but by new growth and regeneration. Nature, with patient persistence, will get to work with the business of restoring what was consumed by the flames, and doing it with grace and beauty. Change brings opportunity, right? Fire provides the opportunity for regeneration and growth of plant species that are fire-dependent. For example, some lodgepole pine cones are sealed with resin (serotinous cones) that traps the seeds inside until the cone is subjected to the heat from flames, which melts the resin and releases the seeds from the cone. Plant species that are shade-intolerant take advantage of increased sunlight in fire-created canopy openings that allow seedlings a place to thrive and out-compete shade-tolerant species. Burned vegetation and trees add nutrients to the soil that enhance plant growth, starting with those leafy herbaceous plants we call wildflowers and weeds. These quick germinating forbs take advantage of the new open ground and spring to life. For example, fireweed is characteristically the first to appear after the fire has past, often in a matter of days. This pioneer species quickly colonizes the slightly acidic soil left in the wake of a fire; thus, its name. Those long graceful stems with their burst of purplish-pink flowers are inspiring. And, as with Yellowstone National Park after the catastrophic fires in 1988, the Northern Idaho burn scars are likely to have a riot of wildflowers in the next two to five years. Grasses, with their extensive root systems that have survived in the soil, start sending up shoots as soon as the spring rains moisten the ground. Additionally, many plant species like willow, aspen and birch will regenerate from their roots that survived the heat and flames underground. Seeds that survived in the soil are combined with others deposited in animal droppings and those that are blown in on the wind. Fortunately for those of us who are wild harvesters, Morchella fungus survives wildfire through its extensive underground network of spider-web threads called mycelium that take in a rush of nutrients from burned vegetation and decomposing trees. The mycelium pushes fruiting bodies up above the soil creating a fairy forest of morel mushrooms. Local foragers are well aware of these morel "hot spots," which can be successful hunting grounds for a year or two after a fire.
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
24
These pioneer plants gradually set the stage for insects to colonize the area and start providing food for birds and small animals, which, of course, provide food for larger animals. In a relatively short amount of time, the burn scar shows incredible beauty in the details of its reconstructed diversity. This mosaic of new and existing growth supports a wide variety of wildlife species. Deer, elk and moose will feed on new shoots of grass and shrubs. Birds of prey will hunt in the burned areas, particularly along the edge with unburned areas where they nest. Dead and burned trees, called snags, may look lifeless, but often they are teeming with boring beetles and other insects. Woodpeckers focus on these snag forests to feed on the bugs and peck out nesting cavities. Other cavity dwellers, such as bluebirds and tree swallows, use these cavities after the woodpeckers move on. Seedeating birds take advantage of the lodgepole pine seeds that have been liberated from the cone. And, all those wildflowers attract
hummingbirds. Here again, change provides opportunity for some species. As Mother Nature works to recover the landscape, we will witness many successional changes from one year to the next. Fires have been part of the natural scheme of things for eons, and in our corner of the world, they have historically been very common. Trees that survive a fire record the history of the burn. Trees add a new layer of cells each year (a growth ring) that increases the size of the tree. When a tree is scorched during a fire, the burn scar is eventually encircled in the next growth ring leaving a record of the fire history. Plants that have adapted over time to fire are important players in nature’s recovery from disturbance as it progresses to a resting state again. Nature’s ability to recover from disturbance is amazing, isn't it? Aristotle put it simply, “In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous.” Looking at the different shapes,
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
25
sizes and, in some cases, the unique structures of leaves on the deciduous plants alone is impressive. It is like taking a walk through a local art gallery and viewing the latest display of various artists' work. And although it appears to us that nature is resting, change is still happening. There is some amazing photosynthetic work going on, and as a researcher trained in the scientific method, I acknowledge all of the evolution and microscopic cellular activity, but I prefer to just enjoy the marvelous, awe-inspiring magic of it all.
Health & Lifestyle C A R D I O VA S C U L A R F I T N E S S
Sprint Interval Training SIT to Get Fit • By Matt Thompson
HAVE YOU EVER STARTED an exercise program that focuses on your cardiovascular fitness, such as a running or walking plan, only to find that every workout feels long and arduous, causing you to lose motivation and end up quitting? What if there was a way to get all those benefits of running with only one-fifth the time commitment; would you be interested? I know it might sound too good to be true, but let me introduce you to sprint interval training. Before we learn more about SIT, let’s go over a few of the reasons why a healthy cardiovascular system is important. Many people begin
exercise programs to lose weight, and that is something cardiovascular exercise has been proven to do, even better than strength training alone. With little-to-no change in diet, endurance exercise can decrease your body-fat percentage. More than just looking better, improvements to cardiovascular health make you feel better. They decrease your risk for metabolic and cardiovascular diseases and lower your chance for early death. Beyond increasing your body’s health, it is also great for your mind. Studies have shown it can improve mood, decrease stress, improve quality of sleep and reduce your risk for dementia and other cognitive diseases.
H E A LT H Y T I P
Go Nuts When craving something, grab a handful of nuts. Almonds, walnuts, pecans, and other tree nuts deliver a powerful punch of heart-healthy fats, protein and fiber. Including them in your diet can help lower your risk of cardiovascular disease. BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com 26
Discover
the Health Fair Advantage Boundary Community Hospital
Community Health Fair Family Fun Run Children’s Bike Rodeo
Saturday, May 13 9 am to Noon
U Discover healthcare services available to Boundary County residents U Visit the Time Sensitive Emergency Exhibits featuring local lifesaving protocols for trauma, stroke and heart attack U On-Site Health Screenings U Blood Pressure Check U Accucheck Blood Sugar Test U A1c and Lipid Profile Coupons U Hearing Screening U Free information about Advance Directives - Your Right to Make Healthcare Decisions U Explore your options and educate yourself so you can make the best decisions for you and your family
A Tradition of Caring for Our Community
6640 Kaniksu Street • Bonners Ferry, ID 83805 • (208) 267-3141 www.boundarycommunityhospital.org
BFLL_BCH_0417.indd 1
4/5/2017 1:06:21 PM
Call us for a FREE in-home consultation!
208-263-3225
In-Home Care Services Serving Boundary, Bonner, & Kootenai Counties FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF SERVICES VISIT US ONLINE
www.advancedcarenorthwest.com
Promoting Safe & Independent Living in
Accepting Private Insurance Companies, Medicaid, and True Blue/Blue Cross
Advanced Care Northwest LLC is committed to creating and providing an environment that brings enjoyment, compassion, and comfort to the client’s in-home care experience.
the Comfort of Your Home BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
Children Services • 24-Hour Care • Meal Prep • Shopping • Bathing Dressing • Transportation • and much more
27
208.267.5922 Scan me for Chamber information!
However, you need to exercise five to six days a week for more than 30 minutes each session to obtain most of these benefits. This adds up to two to three hours of exercise per week, which can feel like too much time to take out of our busy work and family schedules. But, you can get those same benefits with just 10 minutes of exercise per day, with a total time commitment less than one hour a week, with SIT.
Lewiston
Livestock Market Where your cattle always bring more.
1.800.473.3406 Clay Bickford 208.791.5090 Tony Seubert 208.305.7172
SIT is normally defined as four to six rounds of “all-out” exercise for 30 seconds or less followed by a rest period that is at least five times longer than the duration of the exercise, usually about three to four minutes. This protocol might sound familiar to another form of exercise that has gained popularity in the media known as highintensity interval training, also known as HIIT. In fact, SIT is considered a sub-set of HIIT workouts, but it takes even less time, and some people adhere to the program better because of the shorter length of the work intervals. HIIT can be overly demanding because they don’t allow your body to recover between exercises, which doesn’t allow you to go all-out with every rep. The reason why so little time can be committed to exercise for a similar level of cardiovascular benefits is because there is a “dose-dependent” relationship to exercise. This means that your body makes greater adaptations the harder you work. An hour of 50-percent effort will produce similar results to a 100-percent effort for as little as two minutes. Much of the research about SIT discusses that high-intensity training is one
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
28
of the best stimulators for health changes, most importantly the metabolic profile of your muscles. This isn’t to discount the importance of traditional endurance exercise. It still gives you important health benefits, can increase your work capacity and create permanent changes that improve your muscle health. In addition, if your goal is to run a distance race, like a half marathon, you should still focus on traditional endurance exercise. The goal of this article is to show that SIT can be a time-effective alternative to endurance exercise for those only focused on the health benefits of aerobic exercise. Now that you are interested, how do you go about performing a sprint-interval workout? 1. Find a class with an instructor who knows how to give you the proper level of intensity. 2. Go to the track, do a dynamic warm up for about 10 to 20 minutes, sprint the length of the track as hard as you can, then walk the remainder of the track until you get back to where you started the sprint. Repeat four to six times. 3. Find a hill you can run up, run as hard as possible for 30 seconds, walk back down and don’t start again for at least three minutes. Repeat four to six times. Matt Thompson is a Certified Personal Trainer, has his B.S. in Exercise Science from the University of Puget Sound, and is currently working toward his master’s in Kinesiology.
Ways
2STAY
CAMPING IN STYLE OR LIVING IN THE LAP OF LUXURY • BY PATTY HUTCHENS WHETHER YOU WANT TO ROUGH IT, ROUGH IT IN STYLE OR STAY IN STYLE AND LUXURY, THERE ARE MANY OPTIONS FOR ANY BUDGET AND TASTE. A SIMPLE SEARCH WILL BRING UP A VARIETY OF OPTIONS, BUT HOW WILL YOU KNOW WHICH ONE’S THE RIGHT ONE FOR YOU? WE’VE PICKED OUT A FEW OPTIONS ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES TO HELP YOU NARROW IT DOWN SO YOUR SUMMER CAN BE SPENT YOUR WAY!
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
29
Camping There is nothing better than being in the outdoors, especially when you live in the Northwest! Whether you choose to “rough it” in a tent or prefer to take a camper, there are plenty of campgrounds that provide a beautiful outdoor experience. Before choosing your campsite, decide what amenities are important to you. Are you looking for a place that has minimal resources, or do you prefer a campground that provides easy access to showers and restrooms? Also, make sure you reserve your spot ahead of time. If you are bringing multiple tents or a tent and an RV, be sure you reserve enough space.
Hotel It’s the traditional way, but it is always fun! With so many booking websites to choose from, even the most luxurious hotels can be affordable! With the increase in options when it comes to lodging, hotels are offering more deals. If you are not tied to a specific date, research the rates throughout the week as they vary greatly depending on numerous factors. If you are traveling with kids, many hotels offer breakfast included in the room rate. If you do a lot of traveling, you will want to consider different reward programs that allow you to accumulate free nights.
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
30
VRBO Renting a condo or a house can be a lot of fun and provide all the comforts of home. There are several options available in communities that also have a pool where you can relax and enjoy some sunshine while the kids burn off some energy. If you are traveling with other families or plan to go with a group of friends, this option can be very affordable. In addition, you can save money by purchasing groceries and eating in. Some of the condos and homes for rent around the Gorge Amphitheater in Central Washington are a pickup spot for transportation to and from the venue.
Depending upon the size of both you and your vehicle, this is an option many on a tight budget choose. Be aware, however, that safety is a key issue. Choose a place that is a bit out of the way, but not so isolated that it is unsafe. Also, make sure to minimize the time you spend in your vehicle. While old station wagons with fold down seats were perfect for creating a “bed,� newer cars do not have the ability to recline as much as older cars did. If your car has rear seats that fold down and provide trunk access, this can provide a larger space in which to stretch out. Enjoy the adventure!
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
31
On Location For many, once they reach their destination, they want to give up the car keys and just stay put. Places like the Gorge Amphitheater in Central Washington offer an on-site campground that allows people to come and enjoy the music, whether it is a night or a weekend festival, without ever having to leave. For large events such as Bumpershoot in Seattle, there are several nearby hotels that are just blocks away from the action, which enhances the festival feeling.
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
32
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
33
WHERE TO STAY WHEN VISITING
ALL
THE FESTIVALS
BY PATTY HUTCHENS YOU'RE PACKED UP, IN TOWN AND READY TO HAVE SOME FUN! YOU REMEMBERED THE TICKETS, BUT DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOU'RE GOING TO STAY? THERE ARE A LOT OF LOCAL OPTIONS OF WHERE TO GO TO SLEEP... IF YOU PLAN ON SLEEPING. CHECK OUT THE FOLLOWING PAGES TO GET AN IDEA OF WHERE TO STAY WHILE YOU'RE ENJOYING THE LOCAL SUMMER SCENE. BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
34
BUY OR RENT TO OWN NO CREDIT CHECK
SPRING TIRE SALE
MONTANASHEDCENTER.COM
208.627.9971 LOCATED ON THE
PASSENGER CAR TIRES THUNDERER CITY R202
39
$
Starting at
99
PICKUP & SUV TIRES ROAD CONTROL TOURING A/S
88
$
P155/80TR-13
Starting at
01
Impressive, all-season traction Smooth, quiet ride Your size in stock. Call for size & price.
On Sale! ECLIPSE
61
$
Starting at
74 P155/80SR-13
All-season traction Advanced tread design Your size in stock. Call for size & price.
ULTRA Z900
116
$
Starting at
89
$
185/60HR-14
All-season traction Affordable pricing
Tread design may vary. Your size in stock. Call for size & price.
99 175/65HR-14
Starting at
MASTERCRAFT LTR/STR
99
105
$
P235/75TR-15
All-season traction Affordable pricing
Starting at
157
$
16598
$
235/75TR-15
All-terrain traction Wear-resistant tread compound Your size in stock. Call for size & price.
Check out our entire lineup in the 2017 Custom Wheel Brochure!
BACK COUNTRY TOURING H/T
00
Ultimate in tire technology 65,000-80,000 mile warranty*
Starting at
225/75R-16
Outstanding ride quality Stable, reliable traction Your size in stock. Call for size & price.
ARE YOUR BATTERIES READY FOR A SMOOTH START THIS SPRING?
Coming soon to your local Les Schwab store!
PRICES GOOD THROUGH APRIL 30, 2017
215/70SR-16
Your size in stock. Call for size & price.
BACK COUNTRY ALL TERRAIN Starting at
99
All-season performance Mud & snow designation
Tread design may vary. Your size in stock. Call for size & price.
*Depending on tire size. Your size in stock. Call for size & price.
NEW CUSTOM WHEELS FOR 2017!
On Sale!
TERRAMAX H/T
WE HAVE A FULL SELECTION OF LAWN & GARDEN, MARINE, AND POWERSPORT BATTERIES!
SPRING TIRE DEALS INSIDE!
3 MILE CORNER
AUNTIE’S FABRICS
Fabric • Notions • Buttons Leanna Wedel
Dot’s Country Spatterware • Gifts Kitchen Dorothy Unruh
J.B.’s TIRE & AUTOMOTIVE
“Best Tire Value In Bonners Ferry!” South Hill 6804 Denver Street Bonners Ferry 208.267.2411
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
35
64891 Highway 2 • Bonners Ferry, Idaho Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm 208.267.1175
ountry Dreams Photo graph y
Ph
,C amper er St f i n Jen by oto
KOOTENAI RIVER INN & CASINO Complete with a beautiful spa, casino and restaurant, the Kootenai River Inn and Casino offers a perfect getaway with picturesque views of the Kootenai River.
Huckleberry Tent and Breakfast
7169 Plaza St. Bonners Ferry, Idaho 83805 800.346.5668 208.267.8511 info@kootenairiverinn.com KootenaiRiverInn.com
Do you enjoy being in the outdoors but want the comforts that a bed and breakfast offer? Huckleberry Tent and Breakfast is situated in the North Idaho wilderness just 30 miles from Sandpoint. Tent cabins are roomy and comfortable, and you wake up to a wonderful farm-style breakfast. This place is a truly unique and peaceful getaway.
Photo by
Jess ica H
erb i
180 Thunderbolt Dr. Clark Fork, Idaho 83811 208.266.0155 HuckleberryTentAndBreakfast.com
g
Beyond Hope Resort Situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Pend Oreille, Beyond Hope Resort offers both RV and tent camping at an affordable rate. With shower and laundry facilities available to all guests, a marina and Ivano’s Del Lago restaurant located nearby, you won’t want to leave! 1267 Peninsula Rd. Hope, Idaho 83836 208.264.5251 BeyondHopeResort.com
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
36
Holiday Inn Express If a hotel stay is more to your liking, Holiday Inn Express in Sandpoint provides a great location to settle while you explore North Idaho. Located just a short drive from Schweitzer Mountain Resort and all of its summer festivities, there is also Sweet Lou’s Restaurant next door to enjoy lunch, dinner and cocktails. 477326 Highway 95 Ponderay, Idaho 83852 208.255.4500 HIExpress.com
Mountain View Yurt Looking for a unique adventure in the North Idaho wilderness? Experience living in a yurt on a couple’s property with beautiful views in Sandpoint. With a total of three yurts that are spacious and clean, there is a common living area and kitchen where you can congregate. Rent one or all three! Check them out on Airbnb and search for Mountain View Yurt in Sandpoint. Mountain View Yurt Caribou Creek Road Sandpoint, Idaho 83864
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
37
Travel & Leisure
Traveling the World A 10-year “road” trip leads to Coeur d’Alene
By Colin Anderson Photos by Adam Schluter, Lightcast Photography TheLightcastProject.com
SIGNING A LEASE is a new experience for Adam Schluter. The now 30-year-old left his home in St. Louis, Missouri, more than 10 years ago in search of a new place to call home but ended up on a trip that took him around the world, across the country, and landed him in North Idaho.
In August 2016, Schluter made a decision that would halt his travel plans for a while; he signed a rental agreement and now calls Coeur d’Alene home. With no career path in mind when he first left Missouri, Schluter discovered a new-found passion while traveling new and beautiful lands; photography.
“I’m really close to my family, so I would go home about every four months and see them,” says Schluter. After a few-days visit, it was back on the road again and off to somewhere else he’d never been before.
“I wanted to share my experiences and the beauty of the places I was in,” he says. “I photographed for probably five or six years on the journey before I ever thought about making it my profession.”
Schluter developed his love of travel at a young age when his parents took him from Missouri to California for the first time. “As soon as we got there I told myself I would be back again,” he recalls. Subsequent trips to different parts of the U.S. and Central and South America only expanded his love for discovering new places. Everywhere he went he would snap photos of what he saw. On his 18th birthday, Schluter’s parents gave him a more advanced point-andshoot camera, which was unknowingly the start of a career path. Now, a decade after departing on this incredible journey, Schluter is staying put for the longest he’s been in one place; a whopping seven months so far in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. How he ended up settling on a small town in Northern Idaho was almost an accident. “I wanted to take the entire Pacific Coast Highway, which
starts in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, and ends in Alaska,” he says. “By the time I hit Seattle, I decided I didn’t want to experience winter, and I met a few people who told me I should check out Glacier National Park, so I changed directions and headed east on Interstate 90.” Schluter stopped in Coeur d’Alene to fill up with gas; he didn’t think much of the town, as he was right off the freeway, which is home to the national chain stores and fast-food restaurants. He then continued on to Kellogg. Once there, he met several locals who talked him into exploring more of North Idaho, so he decided to alter his plans and stay a while. “I headed north toward Ponderay and was absolutely blown away by the scenery,” recalls Schluter. One of the biggest points of emphasis on his trip was to “rough it;” passing up hotels for a tent and stay at a free campsite or in designated forest land. Utilizing the website FreeCampsites.net, Schluter was able to map out places to stay all across the country, including Bonner County, Idaho. While camped out, he met a couple from Coeur d’Alene. The three became friends, and the couple eventually invited Schluter into their home to stay with them so he could explore the outdoor places that they loved so much.
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
38
Honing his skills on the road, Schluter met up with art galleries all across the country that displayed his prints in their gallery collections. Today, Schluter owns Lifecast Photography, giving him the opportunity to share images from his travels and North Idaho. He also books appointments for portraits, commercial and weddings, though his passion will always remain in landscape photography. “Everything just fell into place here,” Schluter says. “I love the scenery and beauty and not having to go far to find it.” While many in smaller towns across the U.S. dream of heading off to New York, Seattle, LA or San Francisco, Schluter decided to do the opposite. As Schluter says, “As I’m getting older, I’ve
SILHOUETTE® WINDOW SHADINGS SILHOUETTE® WINDOW SHADINGS
Soften sunlight and andsave savewith with Soften harsh harsh sunlight Hunter Douglas window fashions. fashions. $ 100 Hunter Douglas window $ 100REBATE REBATE REBATES AVAILABLE ON SELECT LIGHT-TRANSFORMING STYLES. on qualifying purchases on qualifying purchases
APRIL 15—JUNE 26, 2017 APRIL 15—JUNE 26, 2017
REBATES AVAILABLE ON SELECT LIGHT-TRANSFORMING STYLES. ASK FOR DETAILS TODAY. ASK FOR DETAILS TODAY.
Come experience our
Selkirk Glass Glass & &Cabinets Cabinets Selkirk 401 Bonner Bonner Mall MallWay WaySte SteGG 401
Hunter Douglas Gallery Showroom located at M-F: 8:00 8:00 am am --6:00 6:00pm pm M-F: Sat: By Appointment Sat: By Appointment Sun: Closed Closed Sun: 208-263-7373 208-263-7373 www.sandpointblinds.com www.sandpointblinds.com
Annie Nye
Interior Designer NCIDQ, ASID, NKBA
Next to Sandpoint Furniture 401 Bonner Mall Way • Ponderay, ID
(208) 263-7373 | www.SandpointBlinds.com
*Manufacturer’s mail-in rebate offer valid for qualifying purchases made 4/15/17—6/26/17 from participating dealers in the U.S. only. For certain rebate-eligible products, the purchase of multiple units of such product is required *Manufacturer’s mail-in rebate offer valid for qualifying purchases made 4/15/17—6/26/17 from participating dealers in the U.S. only. For certain rebate-eligible products, the purchase of multiple units of such product is required to receive a rebate. Rebate will be issued in the form of a prepaid reward card and mailed within 6 weeks of rebate claim receipt. Funds do not expire. Subject to applicable law, a $2.00 monthly fee will be assessed against card to receive a rebate. Rebate will be issued in the form of a prepaid reward card and mailed within 6 weeks of rebate claim receipt. Funds do not expire. Subject to applicable law, a $2.00 monthly fee will be assessed against card balance 6 months after card issuance and each month thereafter. Additional limitations may apply. Ask participating dealer for details and rebate form. ©2017 Hunter Douglas. All rights reserved. All trademarks used herein are balance 6 months after card issuance and each month thereafter. Additional limitations may apply. Ask participating dealer for details and rebate form. ©2017 Hunter Douglas. All rights reserved. All trademarks used herein are the property of Hunter Douglas or their respective owners. 17Q2MAGSILC2 the property of Hunter Douglas or their respective owners. 17Q2MAGSILC2
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
39
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
40
Having lived a big part of his life with one foot out the door, he is now focused on building lasting relationships in his new community. “When you’re moving all of the time it can become isolating, and the lifestyle turned me into more of an introvert. Now I’m dedicated to making lasting relationships with people here, and honestly it’s a little out of my comfort zone, but I’m working on it.” While road tripping across Mexico to his favorite destination, Bahia de los Angeles—an ocean community of roughly 500 you come across after traveling two hours across a desert with nothing around you—Schluter met up with a man in his 70s who had been traveling alone for more than 50 years. “He told me: ‘You’re going to see so much beauty in the world, and it’s incredible, but at the end of your life, all you will have and what you will cherish most is the people you have in your life.’ And that’s really stuck with me,” says Schluter. Considering his lack of resources and commitment to free lodging during this journey, Schluter was definitely putting his trust in the advice of strangers. He credits those early trips with his family to foreign countries to being able to trust and understand a wide variety of people. “I have a lot of trust in people when I move places. I trust people until it’s proven otherwise, which probably isn’t how most of the world does it.” Images from Schluter’s decade-long trip show scenes of splendor and contrast from all across the nation. Peaceful mountain streams, enormous peaks and glacial lakes coincide with crowded cities, desolate farmland and still forests. Photos like these can trigger a range of emotions from people, which is exactly what the photographer is hoping for. You don’t have to be a professional to capture memorable images of your favorite vacation destination, hiking trail, scenic road or city setting. Our phones are overloaded with mundane images of our kids, food, friends and of course ourselves, but how often do you stop what you’re doing in everyday life to capture a truly meaningful moment or image? These are the photos that you’ll want to share with your family and friends for years to come.
COEUR D’ALENE
realized I hate big cities because I was always feeling like I was having a hard time finding genuine friends in those places. When I got to Coeur d’Alene, it was almost instant that the whole community embraced me, took me in and shared with me what they love most about the area.”
Many would find it surprising that a man who has visited the majority of our country would choose to settle in a small lakeside community in North Idaho. While everyone’s idea of paradise differs, Schluter truly believes he’s found his. “Everyone has a different story here. I want to live here. I want to keep making friends here, and it’s awesome that I can take so many short trips to such beautiful places.”
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
41
CALENDAR OF EVENTS REWARDING EXCELLENCE
Distinguished Young Women takes place April 29 By Patty Hutchens. Photo by Picturesque Photography by Sara.
FOR NEARLY SIX DECADES the Distinguished Young Women program has inspired young females at the high school level to develop their full potential, and the program has had a significant impact on young women right here in Bonners Ferry. Founded in 1958 in Mobile, Alabama, Distinguished Young Women is the largest and oldest national scholarship program for high school girls. During its 59 years of operation, the program has provided life-changing experiences for more than 745,000 young women. Last year, Distinguished Young Women provided more than $1.1 billion in cash and college HIGHLIGHT EVENT scholarship opportunities to program participants at the local, state and national level. Previously known as America’s Junior Miss, the program announced its new name in June of 2010. The mission of Distinguished Young Women is to positively impact the lives of young women by providing a transformative experience that promotes and rewards scholarship, leadership and talent. National sponsors include Mobile County, City of Mobile, Wintzell's Oyster House, Alabama Power Foundation, Master Boat Builders, Barbara Barrington Jones Family Foundation, Encore Rehabilitation, Regions Financial Corporation, Alabama Media Group, the State of Alabama Tourism Department and Alabama RC&D Council. This year’s program will take place Saturday, April 29, at 6:30pm at the Becker Auditorium. The theme for this year is “A Night at the Oscars” and will feature 20 young women from Bonners Ferry. The program, which saw significantly fewer participants over the last few years, is once again gaining momentum in the community. This year’s participants are: Rayan Naylor, Jennica Branson, Bailey Jenkins, Courteney Facha, Ashlyn Hittle, Victoria Smith, Haley Wenk, Hannah Sims, Alayna Youngwirth, Allie Hough, Kaylee Kramer, Kianna Higgins, Maya Roberts, Katie Onstott, Ada Bonnell, Miranda Wenk, Jaeda Schnuerle, Michaela Worley, Sierra Brown and Ashlynn Rushing. Tickets for the event are available at Mountain Mike’s Health Food Store. Mark your calendars and plan to see firsthand the amazing young women we have right here in Bonners Ferry!
APR
APR
Season Bender: The Motet
Swing Dance with Carl Rey and the Blues Gators
CommUNITY Breakfast and Silent Auction
The Pearl Theater hosts a Swing Dance with Carl Rey and the Blues Gators at 7pm. A local band from Oldtown, Carl Rey and the Blues Gators are known for their strong vocals and clean harmonica sound. Enjoy a danceable blend of jump, blues and swing out of the 1930s and '40s to get up on your feet! ThePearlTheater.org
Sponsored by the Bonners Ferry Rotary Club, head to the Valley Event Center at the Boundary County Fairgrounds, 7 to 10am, for the 15th Annual CommUNITY Breakfast and Silent Auction. Free breakfast and the opportunity to bid on a variety of silent auction items. Funds will be used for college and vocational school scholarships for local students. NewsBF.com
20
KPND and Low Country Boil Productions, in conjunction with Jambase, present the third annual Season Bender with The Motet at The Hive. Tickets are only $10 for this special Schweitzer Mountain appreciation show. Doors open at 7 pm, with show starting at 8pm. Must be 21 and older. LiveFromTheHive.com
APR
22
22
Upcoming Events May/June
20 MAY
BETH AND BRUCE @ THE PEARL THEATER
25
FREE CONCERT @ THE PEARL WITH MAY NEW ORCHESTRA CONDUCTOR, BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com GLENDA NOVINGER 42
27 MAY
PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE AUCTION
03 JUN
BORDERS 3 JAMBOREE CAR SHOW
Personal and corporate income tax
Free Mothers Day Event! Saturday May 13th
We will have our Master Gardeners helping kids to plant a flower for Mom. We provide the plants, dirt, and containers.
FULL SERVICE CPA FIRM INCLUDING: • Corporate and Individual Tax Returns • Payroll Services • Bookkeeping Services • QuickBooks Consulting • Preparation of Financial Statements • Non-profit Tax Returns
29th
Alexander Custom Building, LLC. FOR ALL YOUR HOME IMPROVEMENT NEEDS! Specializing in Interior/Exterior Painting!
RE
O EF
B
Two Locations:
6769 Main Street Bonners Ferry, Idaho
208.267.1665
R
TE F A
1211 Michigan Street, Suite B Sandpoint, Idaho
208.265.2500
HutchensCPA.com info@hutchenscpa.com
Interior/Exterior Painting, Texturing, Power Washing, Tile, Flooring, Decks, Concrete, Remodels, New Construction.
Call Jason Alexander at 208.610.1948 alexandercustombuilding@gmail.com | Like us on f! BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
43
OUR MISSION: The office of James Hutchens, PA provides quality accounting, tax, payroll and business services and consultations. Each team member takes great pride in the dedication and loyalty they are able to give personally so as to create trusted relationships with our clients. It is our privilege to familiarize clients on tax issues that directly affect them and ensure compliance with all state and federal tax regulations. The consistent investment of time and energy to expand our knowledge creates an opportunity for growth not only for our employees, but also for our community.
APR
APR
Paint One On!
Mushrooming in Boundary County
23
Hosted by The Cross Time Saloon and Heart Rock Wines, 6371 Kootenai St. in the Bonnerport Building, don’t miss this Paint One On! class, held 3 to 6pm. $35 per person includes a big old glass of something yummy, artistic direction, canvas, paints, brushes and easel. Call 208.290.4397 and reserve your easel with Lillian. Be quick, as spots go fast!
APR
26
28
Boundary County is one of the best areas in the country for gathering wild mushrooms, according to local expert Art Church, and in this free class, held 1 to 4pm, he will discuss identification and techniques for safe mushroom foraging. Meet at the Boundary County Extension office, 6447 Kootenai St. in Bonners Ferry. Class size is limited. To register, call 208.267.3235.
Join The Festival at Sandpoint for this Festival FUNdraising Extravaganza at the Bonner County Fairgrounds! It begins at 5:30pm and features unlimited tasting of more than 150 premium wines, 5-star dinner catered by Dish, live music, raffles, silent and live auction, and the announcement of the 2017 Festival line-up! FestivalAtSandpoint.com
The Wine Festival at Sandpoint
APR
APR
MAY
Performer's Circle
Bonners Ferry Farmers Market Opening Day
Terry Fator
28
29
05
Join the Bonners Ferry Farmers Market Saturdays, 8am to 1pm, now through September! Held at the community parking lot on the corner of Kootenai and Highway 95 in Bonners Ferry, find fresh local produce, flowers, specialty products and more! For more information, call 208.304.6625 or visit BonnersFerryFarmersMarket.org.
Don’t miss the many talents of Terry Fator at Northern Quest Resort & Casino! Terry Fator went from performing at schools and fairs to winning America’s Got Talent in 2007, and now headlines his own show on the Las Vegas Strip. He headlines at The Mirage in Las Vegas and travels around the nation entertaining audiences with a large variety of impersonations and musicality. Show starts at 7:30pm. NorthernQuest.com
MAY
MAY
MAY
Annual Health Fair
Mom’s Day
Piano Recital
Bring the kids and stop by the Bonners Ferry Farmers Market for this year’s Mom’s Day, 8am to 1pm, where the Master Gardeners will be there for the kids to make plants for Mom. And yes … the plants are free! Dads and kids can also shop for fresh flowers and other items from local vendors to make Mother’s Day extra special. BonnersFerryFarmersMarket.org
Novinger Music Center presents the Spring Recital, to be held at Grace Bible Fellowship, 6291 Main Street in Bonners Ferry. The first recital starts at 2pm, followed by a 4pm recital for the older students. Both are free to the public and will be followed by a reception to celebrate the students' progress.
On the fourth Friday of each month, grab that guitar, drums or fiddle, warm up that voice, find that poem, story or act and head to the Pearl Theater at 7pm for a creative open jam session. Performers gather to share their talents and favorites. Entry is free, but donations are accepted. For more information, call 208.610.2846 or visit ThePearlTheater.org.
13
13
The community is invited to attend the Boundary Community Hospital’s Health Fair, Family Fun Run and Bike Rodeo. The festivities begin with the Family Fun Run on the North Side of Bonners Ferry. The Health Fair, 9am to noon, includes health screenings, local healthcare vendor booths, a plant sale and more. The Children’s Bike Rodeo lets children test their bicycle safety knowledge, get a bike checkup and free helmet (while supplies last). BonnersFerryChamber.org
21
Upcoming Events May/June
10 JUN
16
17
FRY HEALTHCARE BONNERS FERRY FOUNDATION 9TH CROP HUNGER ANNUAL GOLF JUN JUN WALK TOURNAMENT BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com 44
GARDEN PARTY
18 JUN
HORSEPOWER COLLIDES @ BOUNDARY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS ARENA
Fresh.Cool.Green
The newest all suite property in beautiful Coeur d’ Alene! Staff Service • Cleanliness of Suite • Maintenance & Upkeep Healthy Breakfast • Indoor Pool • Spacious Jacuzzi • Splash Pad 9-hole Putt Putt • Outdoor Patio with BBQ, Fire Tables and Heat Lamps
Catering to:
Corporate Travelers • Sports Teams • Wedding Room Blocks Family Reunions • Government Travel • Family Get-A-Ways
Idaho’s First LEED Designed Hotel
www.marriott.com/COESH • 2250 West Seltice Way • Coeur d’Alene, Idaho • 208.667.2212 • fTPG
Boundary Tractor & Yamaha 6632 S. Main Bonners Ferry | 208.267.5571
RENTALS
Wink Inc. Crushing • Hauling • Civil
Yamaha: We feature a complete line of Yamaha fun toys, lawn care products, riding mowers, generators, etc. for the home.
Wade Winkelseth - 208.290.1379 Alan Winkelseth - 208.290.1378
208.267.5804
Excavating | Utility Work | Land Development Septic & Road Building | Hauling
P.O. Box 1163 Bonners Ferry, ID
wink_317@hotmail.com BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
45
CRAVE!, the Inland NW’s food and wine celebration, is more than a food and drink event. It’s a movement that showcases the energy, creativity and enthusiasm that’s driving America’s food revolution while celebrating the culinary world’s most inspiring places: Spokane, Washington and the Inland Northwest.
SAVE THE DATES
JUNE 15th - 18th at CenterPlace Regional Event Center in Spokane Valley
For more event details visit
www.CraveNW.com
We Know Teeth & We Love Kids!
Dr. Amanda Caswell Burt, DDS Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
1202 North Division Ave | Sandpoint, ID (208) 597-7800
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
46
D SAN PO
INT
GO
YOUR ADVENTURE STARTS HERE!
vacation home specialists
D SAN PO
BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com
INT
GO
D SAN PO
INT
GO
208.946.0901 www.GoSandpoint.com steve@gosandpoint.com f/gosandpoint
PREMIER VACATION RENTAL HOMES 47
YOUR
HEADQUARTERS ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR TRUCK
IT’S TIME TO HIT THE OPEN ROAD WITH RIVERSIDE AUTO!
CHRIS BONAR 208.217.5752 Sales Associate
KEN YOUNT 208.290.4030 Sales Associate
MONTANA JOE JENSEN 406.291.3838 Sales Associate
TIM MAIER 208.659.1565 Sales Manager
ED FRANCK 208.267.3100 Service Manager
2008 DODGE Ram 2500 Cummins
2011 DODGE Ram 1500 Longhorn
2014 TOYOTA Rav4
$24,999
$19,999
2008 CHEVY Suburban Z71
2012 DODGE Durango Citadel
2007 GMC Sierra 1500
$15,999
$24,999
$12,999
2006 CHEVY Trailblazer
2015 CHEVY Malibu
2016 FORD Focus SE
$4,999
$14,999
$13,499
$26,999
Riverside
RIVERSIDE
RAC CHECK OUT OUR AUTO CENTER, INC. EVER-CHANGING INVENTORY 208.267.3100 | 6437 Bonner St. Bonners Ferry, Idaho BonnersFerryLivingLocal.com AT WWW.RIVERSIDEAUTO.COM 48Mon-Fri 8-5:30 | Sat 8-3 Sales: Service, Parts & Detail: Mon-Fri 8-5 AUT O CENTER
Bonners Ferry, Idaho