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Contents CONTRIBUTORS: Keith Boe • Ian Chittle • Joy Peterson • Annie Nye • Michelle Phillips • Kaye Thornbrugh • Darci Barman

14 Good News Inspiring students.

16 Home & Essentials The latest tips and trends.

24 Life & Community Great local events and stories.

29 Business Spotlight

Paint, drink and have fun!

30 Coeur d’Alene in Focus

Kochava writing code locally, doing business globally.

34 Athletes of the Month

Kayla Fagan and Andrew Olvera.

36 Hometown Experts Your chosen local experts.

38 Arts & Entertainment

Monthly calendar of great local events, music and shows.

42 Living Local Baking treats for Tanzania.

46 Shop in Style The best local shopping.

52 Health & Lifestyle

Tips and informational articles about living a healthy, active lifestyle.

58 Food & Drink

Discover Coeur d’Alene’s tastiest destinations.

62 Travel & Leisure A crown jewel.

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WHEN DAVID GROTH learned to juggle, he never thought it’d be a way to teach kids in school. But the retiring fifth grade teacher has been able to do just that at Sorensen Magnet School for the Arts and Humanities where juggling is not only part of the curriculum, it’s how students learn confidence and how to deal with stress.

teaching underprivileged inner city students, and his determination for those students to have the best education was something Mr. Groth wanted to emulate.

“It’s taught to show kids that they can learn something difficult. It makes them active, develops hand-eye coordination, and it’s playful,” Mr. Groth said. “It’s a confidence builder and the connection is great to see. It’s about risk-taking.”

In reading Glasser, Mr. Groth learned how to create a passion for learning and looked for opportunities for students to grow and explore.

The 63-year-old has taught grades 3 through 6 for the past 37 years. He has taught the fifth grade at Sorenson since 1999. Mr. Groth was influenced by two educators’ published works – Jonathan Kozol and William Glasser. He said that Kozol was dedicated to

“He sought ways to get books in their hands and didn’t let any obstacle get in his way,” Mr. Groth said. “I was inspired by his determination.”

“I hope I’ve done that … I value the kids’ passions and love to explore what they’re truly excited about,” Mr. Groth said. And juggling, sometimes on a unicycle, is certainly something that gets students excited about learning. Mr. Groth’s students perform at local art fairs and universities, high school halftime shows, even the Spokane Shock halftime show. His students have performed

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with the group, Performing Life Bolivia. Lindsay Michelle, the mother of one of Mr. Groth’s students, said that he helped fund the troupe’s trip to Coeur d’Alene. The group recruits street children in Bolivia and teaches them juggling as a way to earn a living for their families. The troupe spent a week in Coeur d’Alene and performed at the Kroc Center with Mr. Groth’s students. Michelle’s son Braiden Buckholtz, 10, performed a dance with a former Bolivian child street performer, now 19, both of them on unicycles. Michelle boasted about Braiden’s ability to juggle clubs while riding a unicycle. “(Mr. Groth) choreographs and sets the music to it,” Michelle said. “He gets no monetary benefit. I think he just wants to see the kids further themselves in some way. He deserves a Teacher of the Year Award … I don’t think he’s gotten the recognition he deserves because he’s so humble.”

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Mr. Groth opens his classroom early twice weekly for his students to practice and he also teaches anyone in the community who wants to learn on Monday nights. In the summer, he continues his Monday night lessons at Lake Coeur d’Alene. “He’s been an inspiration to my kids,” said Michelle. “We’re going to miss him when he’s not a daily presence in our life anymore.” Her husband, “Big Brian,” added, “Any parent would be lucky to have their life touched by Mr. Groth.” Principal Janet Ackerman also values Mr. Groth’s contributions to Sorensen’s students. “David is an exceptional educator, who has utilized the medium of juggling to increase learning for all of the students at our school,” Ackerman said, adding that Mr. Groth is a founding member of the magnet school and helped increase its waiting list of students. “David is a lifelong supporter of the Arts and a leader of the community movement that created Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities over nine years ago. He is a founder of our magnet school which has grown to 100 percent capacity with a waiting list of approximately 150 children every school year,” she said. In addition to juggling, Mr. Groth’s favorite subject to teach is writing. For him, it’s all about the connections he can make with the students, and writing is another way to cultivate his relationships and communicate with them. “It’s a way to know the kids – letting them find their own voice and encouraging them to write their own story that only they know,” Mr. Groth said. He’s seen the way writing connects his students to each other, and their perspective and stories have frequently inspired him as well. For Mr. Groth, teaching fifth grade and juggling is all about finding that common ground where initially there might not have been one.

When he retires in June, Mr. Groth’s parting words to all his students is “that they believe strongly in themselves and have an honest picture of themselves and what they are capable of – that they understand the importance of hard work and have a caring spirit for each other.” And so far, it looks like his dedication to teaching has done just that. Michelle’s son, Braiden, said, “I think Mr. Groth is a skilled juggler and the best teacher in the world. He is so much fun, and he believes in me!”

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FEBRUARY IS SYNONYMOUS with LOVE because of Valentine’s Day. Couples set aside their differences and celebrate their love for that one day. The ideal is to celebrate love every day. Most couples have issues or conflict in some area. Other couples have a single issue that echoes so loudly they can’t even connect to one another in the areas they agree. Some couples have gotten into the habit of battling over everything and others sweep anything unpleasant under the rug...most fall in-between. Neither strategy creates the environment for a lush and lively romantic relationship. I don’t mean to imply that creating a loving relationship is easy. Simple in theory doesn’t mean easy in practice. Rarely is something rewarding accomplished easily. Nothing in human experience is more rewarding than a happy marriage and a thriving family. There are a few guidelines to achieve the desired goal. The following quotation is the best advice on marriage I ever received as a young wife and mother.

worn furniture, renovate outdated bathrooms, and discard obsolete appliances, but rarely undertake to revive diminished desire or update outworn, ineffective relationship strategies and behaviors. When you fell in love the relationship was your top priority. Lovers invest time and energy planning romantic encounters to secure a beloved’s affections. Blissful romantic moments in long-term relationships don’t happen unless affection and appreciation is nurtured and choreographed into daily life. Creating time and space for magic doesn’t guarantee that bliss will follow, but NOT making courtship and couple time a priority guarantees that magic is unlikely to occur.

“Every lasting marriage goes through a series of ‘divorces’ in its lifetime.”

Last month I wrote about upgrading your relationship in the new year. The inevitable mini-divorces are wake-up calls. February is the perfect time to rejoice in the love that brought you together, to build on the parts you do well, and to face honestly and with open hearts the elements that no longer serve you. Direct your energy and resources into creating the relationship you want. Your individual goal is to become the partner you want to have.

The words did not seem encouraging at first hearing. But over the years, they came back again and again to remind me to “hang in there” when plodding through the inevitable deep valleys that occur in every relationship. Couples repaint walls, reseed lawns, replace

Remember, foreplay isn’t something you engage in only for sex; it is the affection you shower on your beloved every day that leads to intimate, loving encounters. Make romance a priority and magic moments will happen. Happy Valentine’s Day!

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Opposites Attract RUSTIC DECOR A POPULAR TREND

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IS “RUSTIC MEETS CONTEMPORARY” a new style? It seems that we are seeing more and more new construction homes using simplistic, clean line design (contemporary) while incorporating elements of texture through beams, metals and natural stone (rustic). Remodels and updates are also implementing this style. A simple browse through Pinterest or Houzz will show you exactly what I am talking about. You’ll see examples where contemporary meets rustic, such as modern white trim flanking barnwood flooring. Modern doors mounted on barn door tracks. I actually think it is really cool. I started my career with an architecture firm that was a design/build firm that specialized in rustic homes. We sourced barnwood from the old leaning barns you see along the side of the road, that looked like they would topple with the next windstorm. We found hand-hewn beams and paid ranchers for their rusted metal roofing. Seeing first-hand how those items went from being ghosts to having new life breathed into them was pretty amazing, so to say I have an appreciation for rustic meeting contemporary is an understatement.

In the industry, we are seeing this both on the exterior and interior of homes, cabins and even more and more commercial projects. Cabinetry is taking on less formality with what we used to see in stacked crown moldings, raised panel door styles, and what could be described as traditional. People are now asking for more flat panel door styles or even frameless cabinetry and using texture such as glazing, brush strokes or vintage finishes to add dimension and a rustic element to the more contemporary door style. Hardware finishes are incorporating lots of textured metals with contemporary design as well. Hammered copper, oil rubbed bronzes, brushed gold, wrought iron black, and of course, brushed nickel. At the Dallas market two years ago, I saw brushed gold and was intrigued wondering if that was a design trend that would take off. It looks like it has – I am seeing more and more of the brushed gold. (Thankfully, it’s not the brassy gold from the 80’s and 90’s, but a softer, almost white gold). These colors are not only prominent in hardware, but also in plumbing. White or stainless sinks are still an option, but you also have copper, quartz or granite composite sinks, which come in about seven standard colors with more options to choose from with custom palettes. These colors offer a contemporary look by matching countertops, toilets or showers, allowing the more textured items, such as tile, flooring or even furnishings be the focal point in the room. Flooring that looks like reclaimed wood is HUGE right now. Vinyl planks that resemble circle sawn or band sawn flooring are popular. Tile that comes in wide planks is also emulating rustic barnwood. How cool is that? Straight lines of grouted tile (rectified to be able to butt closer for smaller grout lines) in a barnwood look. Oil finished, wirebrushed hardwood is also a fun option. Hand-

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Communication and Connection SUCCESSFUL COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN BY MIRIAM DRESSLER

MANY PARENTS GET frustrated when their children don’t seem to listen to them. It is important to recognize that sometimes, as parents, we don’t communicate in a way that allows children to fully understand what we are saying. Changing the way you talk to your child will change the way your child listens to you. Here are some tips to get you there: • Understand where your child’s language development is. Be sure your expectations for your child are realistic. For example, if your toddler has just decorated your bathroom wall with crayons, you may be tempted to ask, “Why did you do that?” But a toddler does not have the verbal skills to answer that question. You would do better asking, “What did you do here?” and then helping your child to verbalize their actions. Then, follow up with setting out your rules or expectations.

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• Have regular conversations with your child. Many parents feel as if they are talking to their children all day long. Often this “talking” is made up of asking questions and giving instructions. Challenge yourself to chat with your child. Just “shoot the breeze” and talk with, and not at. Listen carefully to their responses and respond with full sentences. Avoid, “Oh, that’s nice” and trite answers like that. Try for at least one minute of conversation for every hour you spend with your child. As your children grow in their communication skills, they are more likely to talk with you because you have been doing it since they were very young. • Give clear instructions. Young children may struggle to follow the instructions given to them by their parents simply because they don’t understand what’s

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expected of them. Children usually only hear the first or last thing you say, so keep it simple and short. Give one instruction at a time, so that the brain can process it and move the body into following the instruction. For example, if you want your child to stop playing, put away their toys, wash their hands, and sit down to lunch, don’t do this: “Susie, it’s lunch time. You need to clean up and come and sit down. And don’t forget to wash your hands.” Too confusing for Susie to sort out, and too much information. Chances are Susie will show up for lunch without putting away her toys or washing her hands! Try this instead: “Susie, you have five more minutes to play, and then put away your toys. In five minutes, say, “Susie, put away your toys.” Wait for that to happen, and then give the next instruction, in sequence. This method works well with all ages of children. As they get better at following instructions, you can string two together. Remember: INSTRUCTIONACTION-INSTRUCTION-ACTION! This method allows your child to experience success and not confusion! And you get the benefit of cooperative children! And most of all, have fun and maintain a healthy balance of talking with and talking at your children.

If Insurance Was Ice Cream… WHICH FLAVOR WOULD YOU CHOOSE? BY TREVOR CAMPBELL INSURANCE IS CONFUSING. It’s challenging to understand and can be downright frustrating to navigate. As insurance agents, we have heard and seen it all – countless rate increases, market shifts, company acquisitions, flashy gimmicks, the launch of online quoting – it’s no surprise a consumer, trying to save money, could get confused. Online ads, TV commercials, radio spots inundate us every day, each with claims this carrier or that company will save you money on your auto and home insurance and it only takes a few minutes. Everyone is looking for ways to trim their budget. I get it. But my question to you is at what cost? Difference Matters in Insurance When it comes to insurance no two companies, carriers or agents are alike. Every company is unique, coverages vary widely, and how you and your family are cared for changes from one insurance agency to the next. The important thing is to understand these differences ahead of time so once you sign on the dotted line you know what’s covered, what isn’t, and who to ask otherwise.

very little contact from customer service representatives. Think of direct insurance companies like a self-serve shop – no one serves you until you’re ready to pay. If you know exactly what you need, going the direct writer route might make sense. But if you are looking to have a thoughtful discussion about your needs, there are better options. Captive Writers: Vanilla Captive writers are insurance carriers with very specific products. Most likely you’ve seen a captive agent around town; they have a neighborhood office and they represent one particular company. With captives you know exactly what you are getting because they don’t offer choices – think vanilla. Captive writers are agents who will help guide you through the process and answer your questions, but they are contracted with one company and its products and programs only.

This question will make more sense when we compare the three main insurance buying options and the differences in how each one operates.

Independent Writers: 31 Flavors Independent insurance writers don’t work for a company or companies. They work to deliver the best product they can find to their clients, and they can do this because they have choices. In our ice cream analogy, independent insurance writers can be likened to 31 flavors; the customer chooses what the customer likes best. Unlike direct and captive writers, independents have access to multiple insurance carriers and companies. It’s this access which gives independents the ability to shop insurance for their clients, comparing coverages and costs between companies.

Direct Writers: Self-Serve You know the names – the companies that spend billions of dollars on ads saying they can save you a “bunch” of money on insurance in just minutes. These companies are known as direct insurance writers. They provide the consumer access to get a quote and purchase insurance directly online or by calling an 800 number. This option is meant to be quick and easy; you decide what you want with

Differences vary widely from company to company, insurance writer to insurance writer, even state to state. As an independent it’s their job to make sure you understand these differences before you pay. Consider independents as a flavor fanatic; we love choices and we want to help you find the right one. With the option of 31 flavors, you will get the best coverage at the best price. It’s having your ice cream AND eating it too.

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Pet Dentistry FAQs BETTER ORAL HYGIENE LEADS TO OVERALL BETTER HEALTH BY DR. DAWN MEHRA, NORTH IDAHO ANIMAL HOSPITAL, SANDPOINT, IDAHO WHY BRUSH MY PET’S TEETH?

you notice discoloration or red gums, it’s time for a professional cleaning. If you cannot brush your pet’s teeth, he or she can have one to two cleaning visits yearly at the veterinary hospital.

Looking to improve your pet’s overall health? Start with good oral hygiene. Plaque and tartar build up at the gum line can cause serious damage, so brushing your pet’s teeth on a regular basis is something you will want to implement into your daily routine. As the plaque and tartar accumulate, they loosen and destroy the attachment of the tooth. In addition to loose teeth, bacteria trapped in tartar close to the gum line can spread via the bloodstream to the liver, kidneys, and heart.

Can I use my fingernail or hand scaler to remove the tartar? By removing tartar from the tooth by hand, you are usually unable to remove disease below the gum line. In addition, dental tools such as hand scalers that are not properly sharpened can actually scrape the enamel.

How often should my pet’s teeth be cleaned by the veterinarian?

Do you have to use anesthesia to clean my pet’s teeth?

If you are able to brush teeth at home, it will increase the interval between professional veterinary cleanings. There is much variation between cats and dogs and various species within. Generally, the smaller the head, the more crowded the teeth, the thicker the tartar, and disease. Owners are encouraged to examine their pet’s teeth monthly. Look for accumulation of yellow or brown material where the tooth meets the gum line. Once

Anesthesia is necessary when performing teeth cleaning. It provides immobilization in order to clean properly, provide pain relief, and allows the doctor the ability to place a tube into the windpipe so bacteria doesn’t enter the lungs. Pets are given pre-operative tests depending on their age and condition to qualify them for anesthesia. Patients are monitored while under sedation.

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What is involved in a dental prophylaxis? Quality dental facilities usually have these procedures in common: exam and blood testing, full mouth radiographs, periodontal probing, tartar removal, subgingival scaling, tooth polishing, charting and therapy for diseased teeth, home care and follow up instructions.

Generally, the smaller the head, the more crowded the teeth, the thicker the tartar, and disease. Owners are encouraged to examine their pet’s teeth monthly.

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How much does a tooth cleaning procedure cost? It is difficult to determine precisely what the procedure will cost until your doctor knows the status of your pet’s teeth and gums. They can quote general cleaning fees but the total bill varies with what is found during the procedure. When do I have to start worrying about dental problems with my pet? As soon as puppy or kitten teeth emerge, it’s time to start brushing!

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In Tune with Life and Nature YOUNG HUNTER FINDS SPIRITUALITY IN THE OUTDOORS BY JANI GONZALEZ PHOTOS BY SUNNYSIDE | LIFE TAMIRA MACIOSEK

FOR KALEB MACIOSEK, 16, hunting is more than a sport – it’s where he is in his element in both a physical and spiritual sense.

out of the year,” Kaleb said. “I don’t want to be an average hunter – I want to be above that.”

Kaleb first learned hunting from his father when he was 12 years old. He started with a rifle but took more to bow hunting when he was 14. What he enjoys about hunting the most is the challenge, and he mainly hunts elk for that reason. He said it’s difficult to get up close to them but has shot two elk previous harvests with his Hoyt Bow.

The elk he shot this year was quite a challenge. Although he shot it with his rifle, he said it took him and several close friends about 12 hours to pack out the 7 x 7 bull named “Caribull” by one of the local hunters. But it’s those obstacles that he embraces and makes him strive for a personal excellence in hunting. That drive is what he believe sets him apart from other hunters.

“A lot of guys do it as a sport, but to me it’s a way of life. It’s what I wake up and think about. It’s what I think about at school. It’s really a lifestyle – not something I do just two months

“I have a mindset that’s a lot different from other hunters because I’m not willing to stop until I get what I’m hunting. If that means hunting every day after school, I’m willing to

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Him. Jay has inspired me to follow the Lord everywhere I go, which tied into hunting. I bring my Bible, eat my lunch when I’m on my hunts. I have my Bible with me everywhere I go.” Kaleb is also a star wrestler at CHS and has been wrestling for the past seven years. In addition, he attends youth group where he continues to study the gospel. As for his future plans, it’d be nice to follow in Cameron Hanes’ footsteps and be a sponsored bowman. But working at Idaho Fish and Game or becoming a pastor are two career possibilities. “I am very passionate about trying to put my name out there and having people knowing that I know the Lord, and inspire many people as (Hanes) has,” Kaleb said. “That is something that I am truly passionate about.”

But what also motivates him to hunt is the peace and spirituality he finds in nature. There’s a sense of self that he finds in being alone in the woods. “I feel like I come closer to the Lord,” he said. He also credits his pastor, Jay Owens (“J.O.”), at Heart of the City, for teaching him more about developing his relationship with the Lord. “(J.O.) has broken my barrier – I used to know the Lord, but I didn’t have a relationship with

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PAINT. DRINK. HAVE FUN! ART IS SOMETHING many find intimidating. Glancing at the walls of local coffee shops, restaurants and galleries you wonder why some paintings and photos are priced for decorating a college dorm while others would cover the cost of a new car. Where some find beauty, others don’t see it. At Pinot’s Palette in Coeur d’Alene, none of this matters and intimidation is the furthest thing from your experience. Owners Jeff Hansen and Jackie Casey invite their guests to come in, sit down with a blank canvas, grab a drink and have an enjoyable and memorable evening. Hansen and Casey own both Pinot’s Palette locations in our area. Their Spokane location opened in February of 2014, and they’ve most recently opened the Coeur d’Alene studio this past November, located on 4th street across from Capone’s. Despite being open for just a few months, Casey is thrilled at the reception they have received. “We weren’t sure how this brand new and different concept would be received, and we are so grateful that everyone seems to love painting and sipping wine as much as we do,” said Casey. The completely full class I attended on a Saturday night evidenced this. Like most others doing an art class for the first time since middle school, I was a little nervous. I checked in and headed straight to the bar for a little liquid courage. There were dozens of beers, wines and sodas to choose from and all the alcoholic beverages come from Idaho, Washington or Montana. The space was warm and comforting, and there was mingling and music as the class of about 30 got settled. Audreana Camm, a professional artist currently living in Spokane, led us. She shared that we would be recreating a large blue flower with a golden backdrop. The library at Pinot’s Palette contains 1,500 paintings, and you can check online to see what you are painting beforehand. Audreana explained to us how in just a couple of hours our blank canvas would become a piece of art despite our own best efforts to derail it. And if we thought we had messed up, the bar was just a few steps away and staff members also walked through class ready to help out and answer any questions. We went step-by-step with Audreana showing us what to do and giving us about 10 minutes between steps. The music and mingling went on, allowing us time to enjoy our beverage. Twice I felt I had messed up my painting beyond repair, but after about two hours I stood back and was pretty impressed with how my attempt looked. It was by no means a masterpiece, but I can say truthfully I enjoyed every minute of the experience and this will find a place somewhere on my walls. “At our studio, anyone can be an artist and have fun being creative – no art experience required!

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In two or three hours you can create a festive, colorful painting while listening to great music and sipping on your favorite beverage from our bar,” said Casey. Fun is truly what this is all about. Classes run most nights of the week, there is open studio time and you can also reserve a private event for your group. Pinot’s Palette is locally owned and Hansen and Casey are proud to call Coeur d’Alene home. You might not be the next Rembrandt, but that doesn’t mean you won’t come up with something you’re proud of while you paint, sip, and have fun at Pinot’s Palette. Pinot’s Palette will be holding Valentine’s Day classes on February 13 and 14. Each person paints half of his or her canvas and when you put it together with that of your partner’s painting, it makes one big picture! It’s something unique to do with your sweetheart this year!

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MOBILE DEVICES HAVE become the way the world stays connected, and Kochava has kept ahead of the technology needed to monitor the ubiquitous use of apps for some of the biggest companies around. The young company, founded in 2011 by Charles Manning, CEO, has been experiencing growth locally and internationally. The company is planning to move to a bigger location to the old Inkwell building at the corner of 2nd and Church in Sandpoint in addition to having opened satellite offices in China, South Korea and London in 2015. Manning focuses on monitoring mobile advertising and engagement for some big name clients, such as Microsoft, Yahoo!, Pandora and eBay. Kochava’s products track the effectiveness of these clients’ ads on various publisher websites. “I really enjoy data. When I looked at Web apps and saw that they were moving to mobile, I thought that there was no infrastructure to measure the advertising. We are big believers that everything will be mobile. It’s the primary touch point for connectivity,” he said

“We are the odometer for all of our clients’ ads. We are measuring the effectiveness of the apps. Are (users) installing, using, buying through them?” Manning explained. Kochava’s products work in real time and compile results “as soon as the click happens,” Manning said. The data collected shows Kochava’s clients where their ad money is best spent and if they are reaching their target audiences.

paying for fraudulent responses. The company’s clients have come to depend on it. The company has created a platform of mobile apps to help clients monitor their Return on Advertising Spent or “ROAS.” The product The Collective allows clients to tailor their ad campaigns to very specific audience segments similar to how Facebook inserts specific ads according to the user.

“We’re thrilled to be a part of the community. We’re both local and global in nature.”

The product TV Lift uses data from television ads to monitor the effectiveness of television ad campaigns on app download numbers. For example, if an ad runs on TV about installing a particular mobile game or app, TV Lift can track the number of downloads that occurred in a particular region and time period after the ad aired.

Kochava also helps filter out fraud. Smaller publishers may beef up their ad response to “look good” to their advertisers and continue receiving ad revenue.

“We see a bump in the download (of an app) and that’s the lift. It’s a 15 minute window then it goes back down (but it’s) an attributable lift only to the app,” Manning said.

“Our technology can detect a ‘bad actor’ by monitoring behavior,” he said. Kochava’s software measures fraud to avoid advertisers

“Kochava has 72 employees but is planning to have up to 115 by the end of this year,” said Manning. This includes the international offices

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which have a handful of people working to make local connections to publishers in their respective countries. “Growth in Asia is staggering. Most mobile money is spent in the U.S., but in China and India, though they generate less money, the sheer volume is staggering,” he said. Each satellite office has a small staff to generate business in their respective locales. In addition to the major clients they serve, Kochava has been honored for their innovation in the mobile analytics industry. Last year they received the Mobility TechZone Product of the Year Award, and in November Kochava was named Innovative Company of the Year at the tenth annual Idaho Innovation Awards. The company continues to be at the forefront of the industry, holding their 3rd annual Kochava Mobile Summit where about 125 leaders from the biggest companies in mobile, including Twitter, Turner, Yahoo!, Microsoft and Google, will converge in Sandpoint this month for two days of talks about where the mobile apps industry is heading in 2016, such as trends in Facebook and television influence. On the third day, they’ll ski atop Schweitzer Mountain. “We will have companies from New York, San Francisco, and even Asia here in Sandpoint, representing the most innovative and forward-thinking companies in mobile,” Manning said. They are even hosting a musical performance by G Love and Special Sauce at the Hive that will be open to the public. “It speaks to our desire to be a part of the community. It’s about helping our community, our customers and ecosystem (the people they work with),” he said. Upgrading Life and Kochava’s Beginnings Manning studied international management and marketing at Pepperdine University in Southern California but always had an interest in software. “I was interested in business, but software had been a passion since I was in middle school and I knew software would be the basis for what I did,” he said.

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The company continues to be at the forefront of the industry, holding their 3rd annual Kochava Mobile Summit where about 125 leaders from the biggest companies in mobile, including Twitter, Turner, Yahoo!, Microsoft and Google, will converge in Sandpoint this month for two days of talks.

He began his career at Oracle in the mid-90s when the Web was just beginning. There, he led several teams in creating some of the first online subscriptions for virus software and online shopping sites. He led the team for Air Touch Cellular (later Verizon) where customers could purchase a cell phone plan all online. “It was an interesting dynamic because kids were more knowledgeable and Oracle was trying to show their capability for commercial websites,” he said. After he left Oracle, he started M-Code where he wrote software for monitoring and managing Web-based apps. He saw a need to create the software in the market. “E-commerce systems for servers were very new. When you deployed them, you needed to know how they were running, and there were no tools to monitor them,” he said. The work he first developed is similar to the products Kochava creates now for mobile apps. M-Code was later bought by the company Managed Objects, where he worked for several years before he and his wife decided to move back west. Originally from Denver, Colorado, Manning lived all over the U.S. before intentionally settling on Sandpoint for its beauty and more enjoyable way of life. He and wife Kimberly had been living in Washington, DC and read the book “Life 2.0” by Richard Karlgaard. In it, Karlgaard encouraged entrepreneurs to choose a location where one can both enjoy life without removing their business from the larger market. In the book, there was a list of towns to consider. Surprisingly, Sandpoint was one of them. Manning’s wife was familiar with Sandpoint too after vacationing with her family here as a young girl. “We just loved it and thought ‘Let’s do it,’” he said. “We didn’t know anyone but have really loved it.” Initially, once they moved to Sandpoint, he worked as a software consultant and later began PlayXpert, a video gaming company, before starting Kochava, which means “star” in Hebrew. As for the future, Manning says Kochava will “take it year by year” since the industry evolves so fast. They have a number of products in the pipeline that will be introduced in the coming months. For now though, he’s happy with Kochava’s outlook. “We’re thrilled to be a part of the community. We’re both local and global in nature,” he said. For more information about Kochava, visit kochava.com.

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Building Momentum THE PROMISE OF THE POSSIBLE

BY DEBORAH OLIVE

IT’S FEBRUARY and nearly 30 percent of the people who set goals for 2016 have already set them aside and have returned to their old habits. By the time April rolls around, over 50 percent will have given up on the majority of their 2016 goals. We do this in both our personal and professional lives, but not you. Taking time now to get curious and ask, “What’s the greatest risk to fulfilling my goals, aspirations and dreams and how do I counteract this?” is key to creating the results you long for this year. In business, the demands to maintain the current level of service while handling the inevitable obstacles present the greatest risk to fulfilling new goals. In other words, our “day job” gets in the way of advancement. In our personal lives, it’s much the same. The current demands of life and the minor emergencies that arise push the vacation out another year or shelve our dream to write the book, spend extra time with family, save money or embark on new health practices. Soon our “new” goals fall by the wayside. In short, the demand of the urgent overrides the promise of the possible.

Your inner compass trumps the guidance you receive from a good business plan, book or strategic approach.

To complicate matters, advice for fulfilling our goals and aspirations varies from one author to the next. Most articles advise you to write down your goals, but one article says to read them daily, while the next article firmly states to set them aside, asserting that reading and rereading your goals is likely to be overwhelming and experience feeling stuck. Focusing on the success process helps us make sense of this. When broken down to its simplest, there’s only one path to lasting success. Know what you want. Decide it will happen. Act upon the decision. Know what you want. Clarity has power, so write your goals on paper rather than simply think about them. In other words, “Don’t just think it. Ink it.” Research in neuroscience

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shows that when you “feel” the positive feelings linked to accomplishing your goals, you’re EIGHT times more likely to achieve them. Let’s add, “And link it to your feelings.” This requires imagining your goals as if they’ve happened, and they come to life! Decide it will happen. “Decide” is from the Latin word, dēcīdere, which means to cut away. Making a decision cuts away the possibility of turning back. In short, you put a stake in the ground for your new future. When distractions, obstacles and setbacks arise – and they will – your decision supports you to “lean into” the promise of what’s possible. Notice that making a decision doesn’t require knowing HOW. t simply requires a definite decision. Act upon the decision. Now it’s time to act. You may find yourself in one of two camps, depending on the level of risk you’re willing to assume. Those who assume a high level of risk often act with insufficient clarity. Those with a low tolerance for risk try to figure everything out before they begin. Either approach decreases the probability of success. There’s a third approach to managing risk that includes a high level of clarity for WHAT you want, and a high level of TRUST that you’ll discover HOW along the way. What keeps us going and what keeps us growing is being willing to “lean into” the unknown. We build character and we’re most creative at the border of all we know. Certainly, we learn from others; nevertheless, your inner compass trumps the guidance you receive from a good business plan, book or strategic approach. Your focus on your goals, resolve to learn and to make course corrections yields success. As you recognize success along the way, your feeling of success builds a positive feedback loop that supports you as you move toward your goals, aspirations and dreams. So the first step in overcoming the inertia of the status quo and building momentum toward your goals is to clarify what you truly want.

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has received accolades in both sports. She received Most Improved in tennis and Most Valuable Player in junior varsity soccer.

“Being involved in a sport allows you to stay focused on the game and in academics. I have learned to prioritize with keeping my grades up and becoming a better player. Through this, I have learned to not procrastinate and to stay organized,” said Kayla who plays basketball for the Vikings.

Kayla made the varsity basketball team when she was just a freshman, and they won districts and state that year. But in the same year, she had to overcome a lack of confidence about her ability to play the sport.

The 17-year-old, who was first in her class as a freshman and has lettered, is a selfproclaimed ultra-competitive athlete. “I like the competition aspect of this sport because I am a super competitive person and also like the friendships I make. I enjoy having a broad spectrum of friends,” she said. Kayla also plays tennis and soccer and

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“To overcome that I had to keep my priorities in order, keep up the hard work, and try to stay positive. This trial has made me a stronger person on and off the court,” she said. After graduation, Kayla plans to attend Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah to study interior design. While she doesn’t plan on playing sports in college, she wants to be involved in the intramural program there.

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North Idaho College CAD TECHS TURN DREAMS INTO REALITY

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Some of Booth’s students are designing prosthetics for children that can be fabricated using a 3D printer, which could dramatically decrease the cost of the devices.

ABOVE NIC Computer Aided Design Technology instructor Curt Booth goes over a design in class. In some ways, CAD technicians are only limited by their imaginations to what they can create.

WHETHER THEY’RE creating blueprints for a skyscraper or designing parts of a car, computer aided design (CAD) technicians and mechanical design technicians are the intermediates between the architects and the construction professionals who will build them in the real world. A new career in this field could start at North Idaho College.

companies, in bath and kitchen construction at companies like Home Depot, and in architectural firms looking for entry-level employees.

The Architectural and Mechanical Computer Aided Design Technology programs are two of several NIC programs that will soon have a new home in the Career and Technical Education Facility in Rathdrum. Programs slated to move are scattered among current regional facilities on and off campus; the new facility will bring them together.

“Our students have to be multi-skilled in order to be competitive,” Booth says. “They have to wear many hats. The technology is more sophisticated.”

The facility will be constructed with $15 million in capital reserve funds set aside by the NIC Board of Trustees, without raising taxes. A capital campaign is underway to raise another $5 million to pay for equipment, scholarships and the funding necessary to sustain equipment needs. Construction is projected to be completed next summer, in time for the start of the fall semester in 2016. Because the new CTE facility will neighbor the Kootenai Technical Education (KTEC) Campus, instructor Mike Bennett expects more dual-enrolled high school students to enroll in the program. Many of his current students graduated from local high schools; in the near future, they’ll be able to get a jumpstart on studying CAD at NIC.

The mechanical design program, which prepares students to become mechanical design technologists, is taught by Curt Booth.

Among other skills, Booth’s students learn 3D printing and rapid prototyping. In fact, Booth’s curriculum has included 3D printing for 14 years; he says that North Idaho College was the first technical school in the area to have access to that technology at the time. One area where 3D printing is making a difference is in the world of prosthetic devices. Prostheses are expensive to replace, and children tend to outgrow them quickly, multiplying the cost. Some of Booth’s students are designing prosthetics for children that can be fabricated using a 3D printer, which could dramatically decrease the cost of the devices. It’s not part of the curriculum; it’s a project that Booth’s students have taken on in their own time.

“Students who have an interest in it will now have the opportunity to take the classes…. and get college credit,” Bennett said.

Booth says there is more demand for mechanical design technologists than ever, and employment opportunities are increasing in the area. The skill sets are also transferable, if students want to continue their education at a four-year school — say, to study mechanical engineering or another related field.

Upon completing the program, graduates will be qualified for entry-level CAD technician positions. CAD technicians can work in a variety of jobs, such as for home design

“The future looks really good for those who choose this field,” Booth says. “It’s a really exciting field to get involved with right now, because the technology is developing so fast.”

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Wine, Stein and Dine EAT, DRINK, AND HELP OUT YOUR LOCAL SCHOOLS BY COLIN ANDERSON

IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO taste food from the best restaurants, sip amazing wine or sample a wide range of regional brews, get your tickets for the annual Wine, Stein and Dine and be prepared to be wowed. Wine, Stein and Dine is celebrating its 20th annual event on March 7 at the Greyhound Events Center. This event brings together local restaurants, bakers and caterers serving up bites of their favorite dishes, all under the same roof. You will also have the opportunity to sample local and regional craft beer as well as a variety of wines. This year features additional hard ciders as they continue to grow in popularity. While the event sounds like a blast all its own, you will also take pride in knowing you’re helping to support education. Wine, Stein and Dine benefits the Post Falls Education Foundation. “Really it started back in 1986 with a few moms selling baked goods and T-shirts,” recalled volunteer Valerie Wilcox. From the first organized event in 1996, it has grown to attendance of nearly 600 and an

event people look forward to all year. Money raised goes to teachers in the Post Falls school district who apply for grants through the foundation. These grants help teachers bring in alternative learning options into the classroom. “We sort through about 110 requests each year from K through 12 and special needs teachers,” said Wilcox. In the 19 previous events more than $500,000 was raised and organizers are hoping to see that number continue to soar. Tickets to the event are $45 and include all you would like to eat and drink. There is a silent auction and raffle portion including a wine tree in which four different levels will be raffled off. Bill Bozley provides the musical entertainment and local culinary judges will award prizes for the best food and drink. Wine, Stein and Dine is casual and runs from 7 to 10pm. Tickets are available in Post Falls at Columbia and Mountain West Banks, Trading Company, Super 1 Foods, Enoteca, the Post

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Falls Chamber and Post Falls School District Office. You can also call 208.661.1880 and ask for Loretta or find more at www.pfefwsd.org or Facebook. This event always sells out so be sure to get your tickets early and be prepared for an evening of great food and drink all benefiting our hard working teachers.

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THURSDAYS AT UVA Every Thursday at Uva located at 309 E. Lakeside Ave. in CDA, join them for wine tastings from 5 to 7pm. Each week they highlight different wines with live music & light apps. $5 per person, if you find a bottle you love and buy, the fee is waived.

FEBRUARY 4 MORRIS DAY AND THE TIME Morris Day and The Time charted with two Top 40 singles “Jungle Love” and “The Bird.” Together, Morris Day and The Time meld classic old-school sounds with energetic vocals, witty lyrics and smooth-as-silk dance moves. Doors open at 6:45pm and the show starts at 7:30pm at the Northern Quest Resort & Casino. For more information, visit northernquest.com.

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FEBRUARY 12 CHOCOLATE AFFAIR

Calling all chocolate lovers! Coeur d’Alene’s Premier Chocolate Tasting Event & Competition will be held Friday, from 5 to 8 pm in downtown CDA. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 per couple. Come kick off your weekend by sampling delicious treats throughout downtown Coeur d’Alene! Start at the Plaza Shops to receive your wristband for the night.

FEBRUARY 14 LASER LIGHTS SHOW Come watch a spectacular Laser Lights Show at Schweitzer! Set to music from over the decades, lasers are projected over the Schweitzer Village and out onto Jimmies Run. The super intense colors and shapes are mesmerizing and during a snowstorm look like glitter! This is one of the best events of the year plus it’s FREE! So dress warm and bring a chair to sit outside by one of the fire pits to relax while you enjoy the show. The snowbar will be serving hot drinks as well! www.schweitzer.com

Come see funny man, Brian Regan, at the Northern Quest Resort & Casino. Brian Regan has distinguished himself as one of the premier comedians in the country. His performances are relatively clean as he refrains from using profanity and off-color humor, and his material usually covers everyday events. Doors open at 4:15pm for a 5pm show. For more information, visit northernquest.com.

FEBRUARY 14 VALENTINE’S DAY CRUISES

A special romantic cruise for you and your Valentine. We provide a special evening of dinner and romance on the lake…bring your sweetheart and enjoy a truly memorable Valentine’s Day. For more information, visit, www.cdacruises.com.

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Sponsored by Empire Office Machines. Based on a true tragedy, this American classic is perhaps Miller’s greatest masterpiece. The shadow of catastrophe is hidden deep in the unbearable power that is known as The American Dream. Acts of atonement and confessions leave us. For more information, visit www.themoderntheater.org.

FEBRUARY 13-14 THE 20TH ANNUAL MUZZLELOADING ARMS & HISTORICAL CRAFTS SHOW This Saturday and Sunday, come to buy, sell, trade or see demonstrations. Shop also for beads, knives, ironware and other pioneer style handwork. Sponsored by Mountain Top Trading, Tony 509.397.444, mttoptradi@ Colfax.com, Building 1. For more information, visit www.northidahofair.com

FEBRUARY 18 A PAN ASIAN EXPERIENCE

Come wine and dine at this fundraising event for the Jacklin Arts & Cultural Center. There will be a cocktail hour beginning at 6pm followed by dinner and a silent auction at 7pm plus live entertainment and a gallery show. For more information, visit www.thejacklincenter.org.

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Come together for an evening to honor and support Cassy Ripatti our 2016 Miss North Idaho Fair & Rodeo. Coronation will take place in Building 1 from 5 to 8pm. For more information, visit www.northidahofair.com.

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Rubber Tire Adventures wants to encourage current and new bicyclists to take to the roads and trails in Coeur d’Alene and surrounding areas. Right now we offer tips and suggestions for things to do and where to ride, but in the summer of 2016 we will be offering Self-Guided Bicycle Tours. Visit our website to learn more: www.rubbertireadventures.com.

Don’t miss our first benefit for the Arts & Culture Alliance. Join the Krewe d’Alene on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016 from 6 to 11pm for a Mardi Gras celebration at the Eagles featuring Hot Damn Scandal. For tickets, go to artsincda.org/mardigras.

FEBRUARY 13 HEARTS FOR HOMES Join Habitat for Humanity for their seventh annual fundraising dinner and auction event. The event will be held at the Best Western Inn located at 506 Appleway Ave. in CDA from 5 to 9pm. Habitat for Humanity is part of a worldwide nonprofit organization providing homes for those in need of adequate housing. For more information, visit northidahohabitat.org.

FEBRUARY 20-21 56TH ANNUAL COEUR D’ALENE COIN SHOW

Come and see a taste of history when you peruse a wide array of coin collections from the antique to the most recently minted editions. Admission is $2 (kids 16 and younger are free) to the show at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds. There will be a treasure hunt with rewards and a lesson in coin collecting for the kiddos. For more information, visit cdacoinclub.org.

Upcoming Events MARCH 4 THE MODERN THEATER “MAYBE BABY” MARCH 4-6 HOME & GARDEN SHOW MARCH 11 COEUR D’ALENE SYMPHONY “REALM OF CHAMPIONS” MARCH 11 MUSIC WALK MARCH 12 ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE MARCH 18-20 COEUR D’ALENE BLUES FESTIVAL MARCH 19 PRCA CHAMPIONSHIP RODEO CAMP MARCH 25-26 REBEL JUNK VINTAGE MARKET MARCH 26 CRAZY COSTUME DAY

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Baking Treats for Tanzania Local students raise money for Hadza tribe’s water well and to meet them in June

A SMALL GROUP of students hailing from Christian Center School, Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy and Lake City High School have been baking and selling their treats weekly for more than a year to fund the building of a water well and a trip to Tanzania. They call their group, “Treats for Tanzania” and began baking after Violet Hoffman, 15, a sophomore at the Christian Center School pitched the idea to them. Violet’s parents, Will and Jenny Hoffman, had worked as missionaries in Tanzania before Violet was born, and in 2013, they took the family back to visit. Their oldest daughter, Jillian, remembers some of their time living there, but Violet had never gone to Africa. “Violet had always wanted to go and came back with the idea to build a well to help the girls there,” Mr. Hoffman said. The Hadza tribe has long been studied by anthropologists because they have maintained the same hunter-gatherer techniques for thousands of years. Members of the tribe speak Swahili but also a “click” language where communication is through a series of clicks and other sounds, Mr. Hoffman explained. But modern life has been encroaching on their way of life, and their ability to survive as they have has been threatened as people vie for the

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land which they have hunted on for so long. Because of this, they are in the midst of a lands rights issue, Mr. Hoffman explained. For the first time, the Hadza tribe is being forced to claim ownership of their land. Much of the assistance to help them buy back their land has come from the same research anthropologists studying them, according to a documentary by the Nature Conservancy organization. When the Hoffmans returned from their trip, Violet was moved to help the people of the Hadza tribe. They had seen firsthand the effects of drought and famine, and clean water is still difficult to obtain.

water, and people have to walk for three hours to get it, and it’s still not clean. And women are often the ones doing it. A well would help women get their kids to school and would also be good for agriculture and hygiene,” Violet said she learned on the trip back in 2013. During the trip, her parents, older sister, Jillian, and she delivered medical supplies, toys and clothes purchased from donations given by Real Life Ministries, their church at the time. But Violet’s thoughts lingered about what she could do to help the Hadza tribe and their need for clean water.

“I kept thinking about them and wasn’t sure what to do. Instead of raising money for food, I thought the well would last a long time and go a long way,” she said. Last, she thought about how she could get her friends to help. She approached Aubrey Woodworth and Danica Towan, and they were on board right away. Carissa Gallegos joined them not long after. Two of Violet’s brothers and a friend are also coming along with several parents. All are friends at the Hayden Community Church where Violet’s father is the pastor. The girls have met weekly since the fall

“In the Hadza Valley, they had a drought that resulted in a famine. They had a water funneling system, but it doesn’t give them sufficient clean

of 2013 to decide on what to bake to raise money for the Hadza tribe. “We raised $22,409 in all of 2014 and 2015. Every week, we set out treats and people can donate. One time, there was a check for $1,000,” Violet said. Raising money for the Hadza tribe has been one of the biggest things on which some of her friends have ever worked. And it’s brought them closer together. “This is not just about Violet. It’s about her and her friends,” Mr. Hoffman said. “They’ve grown in friendship because it’s based on something.”

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“She asked us and it sounded really cool. I hadn’t really done anything like this before, so it’s cool to do it for her and also to help out other people,” said Aubrey, 16, a sophomore at the Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy. “I’m really excited about it. I’ll probably be nervous as it gets closer, but right now, it’s exciting.”

We thought we’d try it for a couple of weeks. I wasn’t sure if it would go anywhere, but we prayed about it and kept going.

can donate money for their upcoming trip by sending a tax-deductible donation to Hayden Community Church at 3639 W. Prairie Ave., Hayden 83835. All donations will go to the group traveling to Tanzania in June. Also on March 16 at 7pm, they will be showing the film, “The Good Lie” starring Reese Witherspoon at the Hayden Discount Theater. The film chronicles the journey of a group of Sudanese orphans and war refugees as they eventually make their way to the U.S. Proceeds from the ticket sales will go toward the Treats 4 Tanzania trip as well. Lastly, there will be a spaghetti dinner and auction coming on April 9 at 6pm at the Prairie Christian Center in Hayden.

Danica too is excited to visit a place where the culture is so different and see the fruits of their labor in the well. When she first started baking, however, she wasn’t sure they’d get this far. “We thought we’d try it for a couple of weeks. I wasn’t sure if it would go anywhere, but we prayed about it and kept going,” said Danica, 15, a sophomore at Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy. For Carissa, 14, a freshman at Lake City High School, Africa is already a part of her. She has two adopted siblings from Ethiopia and visited the country when her family adopted her younger sister three years ago. “I have a heart for Africa, and I want to make it so that they have water,” Carissa said. “I’m very excited to see how they live.” The amount raised over the two years has been enough to fund a water well for the tribe. Majitech (“maji” means “water” in Swahili) will be drilling the well in the coming months and should be completed by the time the group visits in June. Now, they are raising money for the trip. Violet said they each need about $4,000 for it. Treats 4 Tanzania has a Facebook page to check for fundraising updates, and anyone

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“It’s been cool – people have been super generous,” Violet said. “It’s been amazing and humbling to watch.”

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The Art of Layering FOUNDATION PIECES ARE KEY

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Don’t be afraid to get creative — play with the clothes you have to see what pieces work for layering.

NO MATTER WHERE you live, weather is a factor when getting dressed each morning. There are times when you bundle up in your favorite sweater only to find yourself overheated the minute you step into a restaurant with a hot date. Then what? This is the beauty of layering. Foundation pieces are key! Our favorites are the leggings and long tanks from Tees by Tina. They are smooth, stretchy, one-size fits most and create a long, lean look for the perfect foundation. Next add a slip dress by Free People or lightweight loose tank that will allow you to remove your top layer, should you overheat. Then add a fun pullover sweater, cardigan or poncho. This is a chic and stylish look that transcends all ages. Create different looks by adding frilly, lacey or simple slips. Layering is perfect for golf, a day on the town and ideal for travel. There are many lifestyle brands that can be worn for all three. Golftini is one of my favorite brands — offering a darling boutique collection of skorts, feminine polos, tech jackets, V-neck sweaters and lightweight vests. On the course – in the cool of the morning – start with leggings; add a skort, a sleeveless polo, V-neck sweater, tech jacket and a vest. As

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the day warms you can easily remove leggings and a layer or two on top depending how hot it gets. Add a cashmere poncho and a pair of sandals to your sleeveless polo and skort — and voila you’re ready for an evening out! When traveling, layering is the answer to dressing in all climates! You could be in Palm Springs when it’s 100 degrees out, but if you pop into a restaurant, it could be 60 degrees in the air conditioning. In any climate you need to be prepared! Our favorite travel piece is our lightweight cashmere poncho. Our poncho looks fabulous with jeans, dresses or over yoga clothes with flip-flops. Don’t be afraid to get creative — play with the clothes you have to see what pieces work for layering. Then make a list of key pieces you may need to add. A great pair of leggings, a long tank, a slip dress and a cashmere poncho will get you started. Happy Layering! Michelle Phillips Dolly Mama Boutique, Gig Harbor, WA www.dollymamadesigns.com

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GOVERNMENT WAY ANTIQUE MALL

With 25 different vendors under one roof you are sure to find something you’ve never seen before. Government Way Antique Mall is the perfect place to find unique gifts, home decor, accent pieces, and other fun treasures. Inventory is always changing so stop by often to see what’s new! 3650 N. Government Way | Coeur d’Alene, ID | 208.769.7318

ALL THINGS IRISH

All Things Irish carries all the Irish and Celtic products you’ve come to expect, imported from Ireland and selected especially for their quality and appeal. Offering unique Irish gifts and Celtic treasures for every occasion. Located downtown at 315 E. Sherman Avenue and online. 315 E. Sherman Ave. | Coeur d’Alene, ID | 208.667.0131 www.all-thingsirish.com | f/AllThingsIrishGifts

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DoTerra provide educational opportunities for all people interested in learning how therapeutic grade essential oils can be used as a self care wellness alternative. A more natural approach to health care through aromatic, topical and internal applications. Call today to schedule your no obligation wellness consultation. Amy Bardwell - Wellness Advocate | mydoterra.com/amybardwell amyjbardwell@gmail.com | 208.704.3653

PARIS IN BLEU

Quickly becoming “the source” for sophisticated mothers, children, and those who shop for them. Whimsical and luxurious, Paris in Bleu features European dolls, wooden toys, beloved children’s books, organic apparel, fine skincare, party decor, luxury soaps and delightful candles. Treat that expectant mother or special grandchild in your life to a little luxury today! 8206 North Government Way | Hayden, ID | 208.957.8000 f/bonjourparisinbleu

WILDFLOWER SPA & APOTHECARY

The Wildflower Spa & Apothecary is a holistic and organic boutique style spa that provides an elegant, relaxing, and healing atmosphere for their clients. There is a spiritual aspect to the services they provide, based on the Navajo quote, “In beauty may we walk.” At Wildflower, your experience will leave you refreshed, beautiful, balanced, and nourished. Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun & Mon by appointment. 815 Pine Street, Suite A | Sandpoint, Idaho | 208.263.1103 f WildflowerDaySpa | www.Thewildflowerdayspa.com

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A fun, unique, and original dog shop. It is for all dog lovers. They carry over 100 breeds of merchandise along with collars, toys, treats, gifts, clothes and supplies. All original Labrador Retriever t-shirts & horse stuff too! Tues-Sun 11am-5pm, Sat 10am-6pm. 210 E. Sherman Ave., Suite 143 | Resort Plaza Shops | 208.664.0414 thelabradorstoreandmore.com

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FEBRUARY IS AMERICAN Heart Month and no nutrient is more associated with heart health than our dear friend, Fat. Fat tends to generate the most confusion too. We’ve all heard the simple dietary advice, “Eat more fruits, vegetables and whole grains and avoid trans and saturated fats.” The dogma is so ingrained in our culture that we automatically associate “saturated fat” with “artery clogging” and “unhealthy.” But it’s not so black and white; not all fats are created equal and many deserve their place at the table once again. Saturated Fats

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bonds and generally remain solid at room temperature. Butter, coconut oil, palm oil, visible meat fats and dairy are the main sources of saturated fat. They were discovered in 1952 when the invention of gas-liquid chromatography allowed scientists to differentiate between types of fat in foods. Unsaturated Fats Over time, we’ve identified “healthy” fats, like olives, avocados, nuts, seeds and oils derived from them and continue to shun the fat of animals. Unsaturated fats, both poly- and mono-, are fatty acids that generally remain liquid at room temperature.

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The Fear of Fats In 1955, when President Dwight D. Eisenhower suffered his first of many heart attacks, his cardiologist announced, at a national televised press conference, that Americans need to quit smoking, reduce stress and cut down on dietary fat and cholesterol. This advice was prematurely based on observational studies conducted by Ancel Keys. Keys was just beginning his epidemiological studies that observed total cholesterol in blood, intake of fat in diet and the health of the heart. He drew an over-simplified direct cause-and-effect theory, “the cholesterol hypothesis,” that fat in the diet elevates cholesterol in the blood and leads to heart disease. And so, America’s fear of fat began… long before the opportunity to study different types of fatty acid’s effect on human health, we had already viewed it all as bad. Clearing the Air In 2014, the largest meta-analysis related to heart disease and fats was conducted, reviewing over 76 studies and concluding “current evidence does not clearly support cardiovascular guidelines that encourage high consumption of polyunsaturated fatty acids and low consumption of total saturated fats.” This study led the American Heart Association to drop all cholesterol guidelines in February 2015 after 50-plus years of research revealed that the intake of dietary cholesterol had no effect whatsoever on blood cholesterol, but it remains a battle of saturated versus unsaturated fats.

fed cows produced meat with high levels of cholesterol-neutral saturated fats like stearic acid. Grain-feed beef had significantly higher proportions of cholesterol-elevating saturated fatty acids such as myristic and palmitic acids. The same results were found in pasture-raised vs. grain-based chicken eggs. The Bottom Line At the end of the day, fat is not our major dilemma. What the food industry has replaced fat calories with, carbohydrates from refined grains and sugar, is (but that’s for another day). In the meantime, always go for high-quality sources of fats such as avocados, unrefined oils, nuts, seeds, organic and grass-fed meat and dairy, wild fish, extra virgin olive oil and pasture-raised eggs. Try to avoid highly-refined oils such as canola, soybean, cottonseed, vegetable and corn oils. Darci Barman, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, now a preferred provider for most major health insurance plans, practices at Pilgrim’s Wellness Clinic, inside Pilgrim’s Market. Call 208.676.0400 to learn more.

Saturated Fatty Acids, Not Created Equal Coconut oil is often demonized for being a saturated fat but the types of saturated fatty acids, caprylic and lauric acid, are beneficial; anti-viral, anti-bacterial and known to raise “good” HDL cholesterol levels. Studies have shown that the way a product was grown, raised or processed dramatically influences the fatty acid composition of that product. In a review published by Nutrition Journal in 2010, scientists compared the fatty acid profiles of grain-fed vs. grass-fed beef. They found that although total saturated fat content of the meat did not change, the types of saturated fats did. They found grass-

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Rainy Day Knee Pain STAY ACTIVE DURING THE COLD MONTHS BY RYANNE LEMON, PTA, CORNERSTONE PHYSICAL THERAPY CHANCES ARE YOU KNOW someone who has experienced increased joint pain brought on by a change in weather. Or maybe you have experienced it yourself. This phenomenon is especially common during cold wet months during the winter. The scientific reasoning for the cause of this increased pain is a subject up for debate. Although there is no concrete evidence to show why this occurs, medical professionals have some very strong theories on the issue. 1.

Wet weather conditions occur with a drop in barometric pressure. When a low pressure system moves in, usually rain is in the forecast. Less pressure means gas and fluid has more room to expand. With inflamed joints, this means that air and fluid within the joint may expand, causing increased inflammation and pain. In some cases, where pain is caused by lack of fluid in the joint such as bone on bone pain, high pressure weather systems have been reported to cause increased joint pain in some patients. Cold weather causes circulatory changes. In the hot months of summer, the body has mechanisms in play to increase blood volume by increasing the water content of the blood. This can help with decreasing the risk of dehydration during the warmer temperatures. In the winter, blood volume decreases causing the blood to become more viscous and slowing down circulation throughout the body. This increased viscosity can increase the risk for certain medical emergencies such as heart attack and stroke, and also cause an increase in joint pain with less oxygen and heat flowing throughout the body. It can be especially problematic for people with autoimmune or circulatory issues such as Raynodes syndrome, Rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia.

winter months due to the cold weather and lack of daylight. With conditions such as arthritis, keeping moving is key to pain management. There is also some evidence that links decreased levels of Vitamin D to increased pain.

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Here are some tips to help survive the cold winter months: • Make sure to remain active and avoid becoming sedentary during the winter. Consider joining a gym and working out indoors. Swimming in a heated pool can be one of the best options for pain relief. • Pay attention to diet. Especially if there is any risk for heart attack or stroke, maintaining a healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables is extremely important during the winter months. Also, make sure to stay hydrated. It can be more of a challenge to keep drinking water during cold weather, but it is still important to try and get approximately half your bodyweight in ounces of water during the day. So if you are a 150 lb person, try and drink at least 75 ounces of water each day. Avoid excess of caffeine and alcohol as these can be dehydrating. • Consider taking a vitamin D supplement during times of less sunshine. Joint pain can really put a stress on everyday living. Take care of yourself and follow these tips for a happier healthy winter.

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Mindful Awareness THE PATH TO HEALTH AND FREEDOM

BY IAN CHITTLE, M.S., LMHC, HARBOR WELLBEING

IT HAD BEEN a long time since I went on a run, but yesterday I broke the ice and took a jog. The busyness and joys of being a new dad had distracted me from some of the healthy habits I had developed as a single young man. I did not push myself too hard; I followed the ins and outs of my breath and noticed the sensations of muscles tightening and lengthening throughout my body. I admired the towering evergreen trees, swirling white clouds and splashes of blue in the sky, as I noticed the squish of soggy, decomposing dirt and pine needles under my shoes. This was a lovely winter evening run in the Northwest! The mindful observation described above is a central technique for deepening the experience with an activity and bringing compassionate awareness, where self-judgment could easily creep in. Instead of falling into critical habits of the mind such as, â&#x20AC;&#x153;You are so slow and unhealthy,â&#x20AC;? I turned my bare attention to the sensations within my body and the sights around me. Likewise, the mindfulness practice was an antidote for worrying. Instead of spending my run thinking about future to-do lists, I was able to actually enjoy rest and relaxation from the run. I paid attention, was in the present moment with curiosity, non-judgment, awe and acceptance, and that transformed the experience into joy instead of a chore. Some activities can be challenging to turn into a habit. Nevertheless, whether harmful or helpful, habits are ingrained into the fabric of our lives. Our habits become instinctual, like grabbing a cheeseburger in between picking up the kids and paying the bills. Habits can be hard to change when we are on autopilot, but

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they can be changed. When we structure the content of our lives to be in alignment with our deepest values, the motivation to change becomes much easier. We are intrinsically motivated and energized by clearly seeing what is most important to us. When we combine this clarity in values with mindfulness, we also clear out self-judgments that would otherwise leave us feeling stuck in the mud. With mindful awareness, we slow down knee-jerk reactions and become free to pursue that which makes us healthy and happy. Habits with food are a specific area that can quickly leave us feeling sluggish and stuck. Beyond that, without eating whole foods that span every color in the rainbow, our bodies are left without the nutritional building blocks it needs to feel good, fight off disease and think clearly. Alternatively, when we do have the right nutrition and moderate activity, our bodies can

deal with everyday stress and illness. Mindful awareness clears out worries about failure and brings us into the present experience, more able to choose habits we want. The outcome is ultimately greater freedom. Try It Out

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When we structure the content of our lives to be in alignment with our deepest values, the motivation to change becomes much easier. sounds around you. When your mind wanders, bring attention back to your present sensory experience. No other mental chatter is necessary. • Take a moment to write down the things that are most important to you and choose one that feels most exciting. Set an intention to make this value a priority for one hour.

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Black Forest Pavlova With Espresso Cream Photo courtesy Tanya Zouev Prep time 1 hour, cooking time approximately 2 hours. Gather Ingredients • • • • • • •

8 egg whites 2 cups granulated raw sugar 2 tablespoons dutch cocoa powder 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 2 cups thickened (whipping) cream 2 tablespoons strong espresso coffee a 680 gram (24 ounce) jar of morello cherries • ½ cup chopped walnuts • ½ cup dark chocolate curls * • ½ cup dark chocolate shavings**

* To make chocolate curls run a potato peeler down the edge of a block of chocolate. ** To make chocolate shavings use an ordinary fine grater or a Micro-Plane. Put it Together 1. Preheat oven to approx 420 degrees fahrenheit. Place a sheet of baking paper on two large baking tray and draw 8 in.

rounds. 2. Separate your eggs making utmost care not to contaminate the egg whites with any egg yolk. Any fat in the egg whites will prevent them from beating properly and will weigh them down. 3. Beat your egg whites until they are stiff and add your sugar slowly along with the vanilla essence, one tablespoon at a time, and beat until stiff peaks form. Turn your bowl upside down to make sure the whites are stiff enough. If not, beat another minute or so then check again. 4. Sift the cocoa powder into the raw meringue and fold through carefully ensuring you leave streaks of cocoa rather than fully incorporating it. 5. Shape the meringue into the two rounds on the baking paper/trays. Place meringues into oven and immediately turn temperature down to 250 degrees fahrenheit. Bake for 90 minutes then turn off oven, do not remove meringues until oven is cool. Topping: 1. Drain the morello cherries into a colander with a bowl underneath it to

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catch the syrup. Give the cherries a shake to make sure the syrup drains out of them. You will want the cherries quite dry so give them a bit of time to drain. Pour the cherry syrup into a saucepan and over medium heat reduce it down to a honey-like consistency (about 5 to 10 minutes). If you over-reduce you can add a little bit of water and whisk through to make it more liquid again. Set aside. Beat the cream with the coffee until stiff peaks form. With a silicone spatula spread half of the cream over the bottom meringue, place cherries on the cream along with half of the chopped walnuts. Sprinkle half of the chocolate shavings over the meringue. Place the top meringue layer over the bottom. Spread the remaining cream over it along with the cherries, nuts and chocolate shavings. Top with the chocolate curls. Drizzle the cherry syrup over the entire pavlova.

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A local favorite for an array of reasons, including the friendly staff, unbeatable atmosphere, and phenomenal food. Voted best seafood in Coeur d’Alene 2012, 2013, and 2014. Their menu includes salads, fishwiches, taste of baja, fish & chips, smoked fish, fresh sushi bar and fresh fish market with live shell fish and lobster. 215 West Kathleen | Coeur d’Alene | 208.664.4800 fishermansmarketcda.com

Authentic New York style Pizzeria in Post Falls. They serve up the biggest pies in town including the famous 36” pizza challenge. Stop by on Wednesdays for a 18” pepperoni pizza for just $17 and select bottled beers are only $1.50! Don’t forget to try some of the best hot wings and stromboli in town. Stay and enjoy a beverage of choice or call ahead and take your pizza to go. 920 N Hwy 41 | Post Falls | 208.773.6697

Culinary Stone Angelo’s Ristorante

“There is no substitution for quality. Our Food is Organic & Prepared from Scratch.” Authentic Italian Cuisine. Guaranteed best steaks in town. Catering and private cooking classes available with Chef Angelo. DINNER FOR 2 & A BOTTLE OF WINE $60. Choose from 15 Entrees & 10 Bottles of Wine. Open 7 days a week from 4-10pm. 846 North Fourth Street | Coeur d’Alene | 208.765.2850 angelosristorante.net

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Fresh Sushi and Sashimi, Bento Boxes, wok grilled stir fries, and other delicious Asian entrees. Ugly Fish offers traditional sushi rolls alongside many unique chef creations. In a hurry? Order ahead of time and take your meal to go. Conveniently located in the Riverstone Shopping Center. 1927 West Riverstone Drive | Coeur d’Alene, ID 208.667.6389 www.uglyfishasian.com

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Swing by the deli at the Culinary Stone and pick up one of their artisan sandwiches or fresh salads! All bread is made fresh daily. The Chop Shop features incredibly tasty cured meats and a wide range of cheeses. Once you’ve got your meat and cheese, let one of the knowledgeable staff help you pick out the perfect pinot, merlot, or cab to complement a great meal. www.culinarystone.com. 208.277.4116 | 2129 Main Street Riverstone Shopping Center

At Calypsos you’ll find a combination of amazing coffee, which they roast on-site, ice cream, fantastic food and live music on a regular basis. They display artwork from local artists, offer free wi-fi, have a play area for the kids and also offer a Smart Room for meeting rentals! 116 E Lakeside Ave. | Coeur d’Alene 208.665.0591 calypsoscoffee.com

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Fu-Ki Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi bar in Post Falls is well-known for our creative & delicious selection of Sushi, Teppanyaki style cooking and fine cuisine. A great place for parties. Gift Cards available as well. Open 7 days a week. Lyoness Member. 1500 E. Seltice Way | Post Falls, ID 208.457.7077 | fukisteakhouse.com

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Shoga Sushi Bar

Delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine sure to delight anyone’s palate. Offering a wide variety of traditional and specialty rolls as well as salads, sweet and sour pork, grilled salmon and more! Beautiful waterfront dining with spectacular sunset views. Professional and courteous service. Enjoy a delicious meal while taking in the beautiful waterfront and spectacular sunset views. 41 Lakeshore Dr. | Sagle, ID | 208.265.2001 shogasushi.com

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Forty-One South

A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. Whether it is summer on the patio or cozying up to the fireplace in the winter, Forty-One South’s spectacular sunsets, innovative cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list are sure to make it a memorable night out. Our bar and restaurant menu changes with the season offering a variety of delicious food year round. Reservations recommended. 41 Lakeshore Drive | Sagle, ID | 208.265.2000 41southsandpoint.com

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A CROWN JEWEL Glacier National Park

By Colin Anderson

AMERICA IS A land of contrasting features; it’s what makes it beautiful. We are bordered by the world’s greatest oceans, and within our country you find jagged peaks, rugged canyons, rolling prairies and lush green forest. Here there are rivers that meander lazily through dense swamp and others much more torrent that have cut into the earth for millennia. There are lands that stay frozen under ice and deserts so hot that very little life inhabits the vastness. As the great migration West picked up steam in the 1800s, settlers, prospectors, pioneers, homesteaders and fortune seekers stumbled upon a landscape towering in stature compared to their upbringing along the Atlantic and across the Great Plains. Despite the rush to claim land for homes and mountains for riches, many recognized the incredible uniqueness of the West, realizing that much of this land should stay unspoiled for all to enjoy. Americans pioneered the idea of preserving land and on March 1, 1872, the Yellowstone National Park Act was signed by President Ulysses S. Grant. The act established the world’s first

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National Park “dedicated and set apart as a public park or pleasuring-ground for the benefit and enjoyment of the people.” Yellowstone paved the way for the creation of the National Parks Service and the more than 500 parks, preserves, monuments, sites, historic places, and trails it oversees today. The National Parks Service celebrates its centennial this August and has grown to more than 22,000 employees, and 221,000 passionate people volunteer at these places each year. Each site has its own story, reason and beauty but only one is given the distinguished title; “Crown Jewel of the Continent.” Glacier National Park in Montana has come to symbolize the American West; beautiful and potentially dangerous, yet full of life, contrast and solitude. Before being established in 1910 as the tenth National Park, Glacier was home to the Blackfeet, Salish and Kootenai tribes. These tribes hunted and gathered within the park’s vast resources and followed

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surrounding scenery. Those that have a fear of heights should ride on the driver’s side if heading west to east as the road narrows in many places to barely the width of two car lengths with sheer cliffs just a few feet from your rear tires.

run July 1 through Labor Day, weather permitting. These are popular with hikers and campers who don’t want to leave their vehicle inside the park for days at a time. A favorite of many visitors is to take a red bus tour of the park. Experienced guides bring you all around the park in vintage 1930s buses. The buses have large windows, and weather permitting, the roofs can be peeled back giving you incredible vertical views as you pass through the park. For those making the Going-to-the-Sun Road drive themselves, get ready for a very wild ride. The road is slow and always busy as onlookers are mesmerized by the

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Despite the enormity of the pass, serious bikers love to conquer Going-to-the-Sun Road so keep an eye out for cyclists. As you ascend, you are treated to the site of rugged peaks, beautiful forest and waterfalls, many spilling onto the roadway. You might get so lucky as to spot a mountain goat, big horn sheep, elk, moose or grizzly bear. Once you reach Logan Pass, you can stop in the visitors’ center, embark off on a number of short hiking trails and see high alpine lakes, flowers and wildlife. Crews spend all spring continually plowing mountains of snow off the roadway in hopes of getting the pass open in June. It can snow every month of the year here, so be prepared for anything as you head up the pass. While being the most popular, there is much more to Glacier than the Going-tothe-Sun Road. The park is a backpacker’s dream with more than 700 miles of hiking trails to explore. There are 13 easy access campgrounds throughout and many more designated camping areas in the backcountry. Off the beaten path you will

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