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(RE)DISCOVER THE OUTDOORS

Northwest Adventures: Which one is right for you?

FROM GARDEN TO TABLE

Maximizing the bounty of fresh produce

A SUMMER ADVENTURE AWAITS

A dog-friendly trip to Crater Lake National Park

Marketing

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING

Allyia Briggs | 208.620.5444 allyia@like-media.com

MARKETING EXECUTIVE

Haleigh Ackling | 208.620.5360 haleigh@like-media.com

MARKETING COORDINATOR

Kamy Jones | marketing@like-media.com editorial EDITOR

Jillian Chandler | jillian@like-media.com

STAFF WRITERS

Taylor Shillam | Rachel Kelly | Christian Weaner design

CREATIVE DIRECTOR | Maddie Horton

DESIGN DIRECTOR | Darbey Russo

SENIOR DESIGNER | Kennedy Pew

GRAPHIC DESIGNER | Sam Stoke

DIGITAL CREATIVE DIRECTOR | Whitney Lebsock

accounting/operations

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS | Rachel Figgins

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | Steve Russo

MANAGING PARTNER | Kim Russo contributors

Damen Rodriguez, Allison Pollock-Pugh, Marguerite Cleveland, Kristin Carlson, Sarah Hawn, Patrice Allen, Thomas Williams, Elizabeth Ray

Photography

PHOTOGRAPHERS: Selkirk Photography pg.32, Marie Rojic pg. 38-39, Austin Mayer 78-79, Yellow Goat Studios pg. 92-93

COURTESY PHOTOS: Festival at Sandpoint, Selkirk Ridge, Compass by Margaritaville, Marguerite Cleveland, Selkirk Photography, Posie Picnics, Smokesmith Bar-B-Que

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Elevated Essentials is the perfect place to find all of your aromatherapy needs. Our collection of diffusers and essential oils sourced from Bulgaria, India, and Bangladesh will leave your space feeling refreshed and invigorated.

Meet Steve Russo, Publisher Executive Director steve@like-media.com

Summer Adventures and Entertainment

The days are longer, the sun shines brightly, and the outdoors is beckoning you to take advantage of all the adventures that await. Here in North Idaho, there is so much beauty that surrounds us, and there is no shortage of opportunities to take in nature, whether on land or water. We’re certain our feature article will help spark your next outdoor adventure.

We’ve put together some great stories to share with you in this issue. We say farewell to Bo and Chantel Whitley, as they enter the next chapter after stepping away from S.T.E.P. Training Centre. We put the spotlight on six Honors students who recently graduated from the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint, who have left a lasting mark at MCS, inspiring their instructors, parents and peers through their hard work and dedication to music and theatre arts. And ... It’s the biggest party of the year as the Festival at Sandpoint returns with incredible acts you won’t want to miss!

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We’re also shining a light on some great local businesses! Flip through the pages to discover more about Posie Picnics, Smokesmith Bar-BQue and Big Toy Condos … and all they have to offer right here in our community.

Summertime in Sandpoint brings with it some wonderful events as well, like the Bonner County Fair, Beerfest, Northwest Winefest, Shakespeare in the Park, the Long Bridge Swim ... and a whole lot more! Check out our calendar of events in this issue for more details and to find more not-to-miss events!

There’s no time like the present to seize the day and make the most of each and every moment and opportunity. Get outside, explore Sandpoint, attend one of the community’s summer events. You’ll be glad you did.

Summertime in North Idaho is a time for adventure and enjoying the outdoors. Whether you enjoy boating, RVing, ATVing—or all of the above—it’s important you have a secure and spacious space to house all of your toys. Big Toy Condos in Sandpoint has you covered. Find out more about this investment opportunity on page 59.

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