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Here's your Sandpoint home with something for everyone. This 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath beauty (all bedrooms on second floor) boasts gorgeous hardwood floors, large kitchen with upgrades, separate family and living rooms, formal and informal dining, laundry/mudroom at 2-car garage entry, a private deck and fenced yard, covered front porch, mature trees and easy-care lawn. All in an absolutely prime Mountain Meadows locaaon near the YMCA, schools and parks. Shown by appointment only, please. $405,000

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1600 Westwood Ct #101, Sandpoint, Idaho - Ground floor in-town waterfront condo with unbelievable lake and mountain views!

Move-in ready 3-bedroom 2-bathroom 1500+ square foot one level unit was remodeled in 2007 and boasts walk-out access to the lake.

Amenities include marina with boat slip, swimming pool, tennis courts, dock, and floating swim platform all just steps from your door.

Common grass area is perfect for entertaining family and friends.

34 Sky Ranch Drive, Sandpoint - Don't miss this opportunity for a great 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch style single level home with 7.74 acres on the beautiful Olmstead Sky Ranch Airpark (ID25). Located approximately 4 miles North of the City of Sandpoint, Idaho, and near the base of Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort, this property is an aviators dream! The custom home has great views overlooking the large grass area and community grounds at the South end.

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317 W 4th Ave, Clark Fork, Idaho - FEW properties give you all the options this beautiful 9.92 acre parcel in the downtown city limits of Clark Fork Idaho give you! Zoned Mixed Use-Commercial/Retail, Light Industrial or Residential. Sub-dividable to 1/3 Acre lots, you can basically build this downtown acreage out any way you want. Clark Fork could use a large grocery or service store and this property provides plenty of room to accomplish that!

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Many of my clients underestimate the amount of stress a construction project may cause. Especially for those who have no option but to stay in their home during the process, it can be very trying indeed. Before you undertake a remodeling project, I urge you to educate yourself on the process. Following are a few common home projects and some of the things required for each one.

Whole house painting. This can be very rewarding and perhaps the most common of all remodeling projects. However, before you hire

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Kitchen remodeling. This can include new cabinetry, flooring, countertops, paint, etc. Sounds like fun, right? But if not scheduled properly, with a kitchen remodel, days can easily turn into weeks of no appliances, no countertops and cooking exclusively outdoors on a barbecue! This might be OK in the summer months, but in

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educate yourself on the process the winter, it can be hard to live without the ease and comforts of your kitchen. Working with experienced contractors and sub-contractors and having your decisions made ahead of time are key to keeping your sanity throughout the process.

New flooring. This is one of my favorite changes to any home, and there are some wonderful options out there. LVP (luxury vinyl plank) for example, comes in many colors and subtypes and boasts a fairly easy installation process. An entire home can be installed in LVP in less than a week if you are dealing with experienced flooring installers. Opposite this product on the spectrum of installation, however, would be sand and finish hardwood. This is an amazing look that truly sets your home apart, but it can be very time-consuming. First the wood is installed, then sanded, then layers of product are applied in coats. Finally, the whole thing has to cure for two days before furniture can be put back on. After that, it takes a full month for the new floor to fully cure and harden.

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Bathroom tile. This is one category that truly depends on the professionalism of your installer. If you are removing old tile, this is best done by a professional, as they will be able to remove the old tile with minimal damage to the subfloor or walls behind. I can’t stress enough the importance of appropriate waterproofing in showers and wet areas. If your installer is good, he will be able to save you a lot of headache down the road in good prep, waterproofing and overall tidiness. But, keep in mind, they will need access to water for their tile saw and a relatively enclosed, preferably heated, space for cutting. Oftentimes, a garage is perfect, but please don’t expect your tile installer to set up their wet saw outside in the middle of winter in freezing temperatures. This isn’t fair to them as craftsmen, and I know that my fingers do not work their best if they are frozen solid—and neither will your tile installer’s!

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Teaching has always been a part of his life, from a professorship at a private college to volunteer art teacher at a nonprofit, and even on the slopes as a ski instructor.

Ezra teaches all levels of art at Sandpoint High, from intro classes all the way up to collegelevel Advanced Placement classes. He’s heard many students say, “I’m not good at art” but has seen that outlook change countless times.

“It is a gift every time I hear a student say, ‘I didn’t think I was good at art.’ I am lucky enough to witness full transformations in creative possibilities,” he said.

He was found in the wild, malnourished, undersized and suffering from multiple illnesses. Though he had very little language skill, Ezra noticed he was very expressive and encouraged him to channel these expressions through his artwork.

“For two years, I was able to be with him as he learned how to create from imagination, not just survival. His artwork was full of life and joy, and as he immersed himself in his projects alongside his peers, he found a new way to share his voice,” Ezra said.

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Ezra helps students find their creative outlets, which can vary greatly from person to person.

He looks to instill in them that there is rarely a “right” or “wrong” way to approach creativity and, with practice and guidance, that perspective can take form.

“For example, if you are struggling with a project, sometimes you just need to find some inspiration. I am able to help students find ways to problem-solve that can relate to reallife issues,” said Ezra.

At SHS, Ezra’s classroom is set up as a supportive studio atmosphere where students feel safe to explore and share.

He has only three rules students must abide by: 1. Show up.

2. Give your best effort.

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When asked about an experience that stands out during his time as a teacher, Ezra recalled his time in Vermont when a student, who had recently been adopted, came to his class.

Bonding with students makes coming to work easy for Ezra, and he’s thrilled to be making a lasting impact on young lives. “Making connections with students has always been my greatest reward in education. Teaching art full time is really a dream come true,” he said.

We apologize for a recent editorial error. Our November Teacher of the Month was Jacob Stark, who was referred to as Jason throughout the article. Once again, congratulations Jacob, and thank you for all you do for the students in our community.

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Ditch the pressure of New Year’s resolutions and embrace the freedom of being growth-focused every day

By Trish Buzzone, Thinking Partner, Executive Director, The John Maxwell Team

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or most of us, the new year is an opportunity for reflection and intention. We look back on where we’ve been, and we consider where we would like to go during our next trip around the sun. We’re encouraged to make lists, make promises, make plans—and we do. Then, we get busy, and these ideas get shoved in the desk drawer, where we find them sometime in July. Then we sit there, reading the list like a scorecard, tallying hits and misses.

The pressure of missed opportunity weighs heavy, distracting us from all the other opportunities around us. Discouraged, we fall back into familiar, comfortable habits, and the cycle repeats all over again. We break that cycle when we realize the time to invest in personal growth is always “right now,” and then we act. Set aside the cultural pressure of a date on the calendar, and ask yourself: “In the next six months, if nothing has changed, would I be satisfied?”

If the answer is “no,” the next question to ask is, “What are my habits, and in what areas would I like to grow?” To answer this, grab a pen and write down an area of choice and an area of skill. An area of choice

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is a mindset or habit that may hold us back. An area of skill is a specific trait or talent we want to develop. Instead of thinking about how to break the ‘bad’ habits, set aside a few minutes every day to reflect on that area of choice and area of skill, and a few more minutes taking action in those areas. As we practice these intentional habits, investing just a few minutes each day looking back with a forward focus, our vision solidifies and we build momentum, because where our focus goes our energy flows.

Turning Reflection into Motivation Old habits are tough to break, because we’ve been trained to focus mainly on our failures, making mental checklists of ways we messed up and making promises to do better. However, we tap into a greater source of energy when we reflect on both our successes and failures.

We see more clearly where to shift our habits, creating a gap for growth. When we practice this daily, we see potential and opportunity we did not see before, generating momentum that keeps us moving forward.

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We try to focus on what’s in front of us, then something else demands our attention. It might be a chore, a new idea, or old, stinkin’ thinkin’. When we respond with intention, when we reflect on and invest in those two habits written on that piece of paper, we push past these distractions. With practice, staying focused on positive action becomes easier.

With that in mind, as we move into 2020, avoid the temptation of building checklists and making promises. Choose, instead, to reflect and invest in personal growth every day.

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Young skiers test their skills

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anuary isn’t always the best month for getting kids to be active. It’s cold and dark, and going outside isn’t always the most fun—unless you’re going up to the mountain, of course. The Friday night Junior Race Series is a great way to introduce young kids to ski racing. It includes professional timing, coaches and a lot of fun.

The series is put on by Independent Racing, a local nonprofit whose coaches volunteer their time for instruction and can also provide the necessary equipment for those new to skiing or those who might not be able to afford it.

The goal of the Friday night race series is to provide a low-cost opportunity for both new and experienced racers. It also gives kids an opportunity to meet others with similar interests and get them excited about the fun of racing down the slopes.

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from coaches and get to practice on the race course. Once they get somewhat comfortable on the snow, each participant will shoot down the course for two timed official NASTAR runs, which they can then hope to beat in subsequent sessions.

Then, each Friday night in January, racers meet at 5:30 to continue to try and beat their previous time, taking two more NASTAR runs each week. Racers are separated into teams, and it’s OK if you can’t make every session.

Cost is $35 for those who have a NASTAR season pass or $45 for those who do not.

Participants also received a T-shirt and an ice cream party, as well as a chance at some great prizes.

For registration and additional information, contact Shep Snow at 208.263.3552, by email at shep@thesnowschool.com or visit IndependenceRacing.com.

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“WE ARE VERY COMMUNITY DRIVEN, AND WE STRIVE TO PROVIDE THE BEST CARE WE POSSIBLY CAN. WE HAVE EVERY DISCIPLINE POSSIBLE AVAILABLE TO OUR COMMUNITY, AND WE ARE CONSTANTLY LOOKING FOR WAYS TO IMPROVE OUR SERVICES.”

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pened in 2012, AFS Home Health has been providing exceptional home health services for Bonner, Boundary and Kootenai counties. The company was acquired in October of 2019 by Eden Home Health and will continue to serve the community with compassionate, quality care in the comfort and safety of your own home.

If you or someone you know is recovering from surgery or illness, or living with a chronic disease, AFS Eden Health's highly skilled medical team of clinicians will ensure to create a safe, supportive, professional environment in the privacy of your home.

A home health agency, AFS Eden Health is able to provide their patients skilled needs such as nursing and certified nursing assistants, physical and occupational therapy, speech and language services, and social services. They accept a majority of local insurances, and Medicare covers home health at 100 percent.

“We are very community driven, and we strive to provide the best care we possibly can,” says Chelsie Ulrich, AFS Eden Heath’s community liaison.

“We have every discipline possible available to our community, and we are constantly looking for ways to improve our services.”

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Home health care provides medical treatment for illness, injury or surgery with the goal of helping the patient recover and regain their independence.

“It is extremely rewarding to be able to help coordinate fast quality care for people in our community,” says Chelsie. “I know that there are a lot of people out there who don’t have anybody, and the fact that we are able to do that is a wonderful thing, and I am glad to be able to be a part of its great team.”

AFS Eden Health caters their services to your lifestyle through personalized care that includes flexible scheduling, reliable and experienced staff, and services individualized to your needs. In addition, they are dedicated to establishing a trusting relationship with you and your family.

“Nothing gives us more satisfaction than having a potential patient or family member call, who don’t know how to help a family member, and we can say that we can come in there and help you,” says Chelsie. “It’s amazing and warms my heart, as it does with everyone who works in our company.”

Whether still recovering after a hospital stay to long-term care to help maintain quality of life, AFS Eden Health's nursing care and daily assistance is here to help you regain your independence. Have you or a

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family member recently undergone surgery, been in the hospital, been diagnosed with pneumonia? It’s very likely that these circumstances would qualify one for home health.

For those who are unsure whether home health is something that could be beneficial to them and an avenue they should pursue, questions to ask oneself or about that of a loved one include: Is it taxing trying to accomplish one’s daily tasks? Do they require help? Is it safe to be driving?

How can home health help? “If you have questions about how we can help, please contact us so we can determine a plan of action,” says Chelsie.

Serving patients as young as 25 to well over 100, AFS Eden Health has a diverse range of patients and can cater home health services to each individual based on their needs.

“If you or a loved one doesn’t know which way to turn or avenue to go down, even if you don’t qualify for our services, we can direct you down the right road,” affirms Chelsie.

If you believe home health may be the solution your family members are seeking, call AFS Eden Home Health today.

Life-Altering Trip MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS PREPARE FOR COSTA RICA

By Colin Anderson Photos Courtesy of Marcea Marine & Perky Smith-Hagadone

THEY CAN PROVIDE ONE OF THE MOST MEMORABLE TRIPS IMAGINABLE— IF YOU COME PREPARED TO WORK.

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osta Rica is a country of near endless green, dense jungles, incredible biodiversity, volcanoes, white sand beaches; a perfect place to relax, unwind and soak up some vitamin D. While thousands come here for these reasons, each year a group of Sandpoint students makes the flight down for a far more intense visit.

“I’m actually surprised we get anyone to signup!” laughed Perky Smith-Hagadone. Perky is the principal at Northside Elementary. Along with friend and recently retired teacher Marcea Marine, they formed Ecoteach, a yearly trip for a few lucky seventh and eighth graders. While they don’t promise surf lessons or lazy days poolside, they can provide one of the most memorable trips imaginable—if you come prepared to work.

Perky and Marcea took their first group of students in 2005 and have been taking around 15 students to Costa Rica nearly every year since. The trip is typically about 12 days long, and kids are active each and every day. While not affiliated directly

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with the school district, the pair presents the trip each fall at assemblies in each of the middle schools in hopes of gathering enough interest to keep it going. This year 25 students applied with an essay, which included their environmental interests and how they deal with hardship. Fourteen were chosen, mostly eighth graders, so current seventh graders who missed out this year would have another opportunity in their eighth-grade year.

About 160 local students have gone over the years, each coming back a changed person.

“You will probably never have an experience like this. You will be a different and stronger person when you get back,” said Marcea.

This June, the 14 students will fly into San Juan and will quickly move from the city to much more isolated locations. One of the major focuses of the trip is helping preserve and study the leatherback turtle population in the area. Predators, poaching and human encroachment have had a massive impact on the species, but these kids will get to do their part to help ensure the turtles will continue

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to call the area home. Participants will gather turtle eggs from the beach to be brought to a hatchery where they are safe and can be studied. This is done so by students combing the beach at night without a flashlight as to not spook the turtles, and often until 2am. Students then work with a Greek biologist, taking measurements of hatchlings before returning them to the beach and setting them in the sand so they can crawl their way back to the ocean. While the work is hard, and the accommodations are rustic bungalows without air conditioning, the experience is one not easily forgotten.

“It’s pitch dark, and you see more stars than you’ll ever see, distant lighting across the Caribbean Sea, and fireflies in the palm trees,” said Marcea. “It’s incredible.”

There are no parental chaperones on this tour. Outside of Perky and Marcea, there are two Costa Rican guides and a bus driver transporting the group. There are also no cell phones allowed, which surprising to some, has never been an issue according to Perky and Marcea.

When their work with the turtles is complete, the group heads north to see how an organic coffee plantation is run while also planting trees.

During their travels, students stay with native Costa Rican families, most of whom speak little to no English. It’s just one of the many lessons students learn in overcoming barriers during the trip.

A trip into the Monteverde Cloud Forest is a highlight. The group also takes the annual ‘death march,’ dubbed by Perky and Marcea, to visit a forest people. It’s a 6-mile trek through dense forest, which includes a wet crossing of a swift river and challenging hike to meet up with the isolated community. “They get to learn about medicines from the forest, their

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plate of food is served on banana leaves, and the local kids always want to play soccer with them, and they can be pretty rough,” said Perky.

To take part in the trip, kids have to have hearty souls. You will get wet, hike a lot of miles, perform manual labor but also get to see and experience one of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet. “We’ve seen 200 bird species, sloths, frogs, lizards, crabs, monkeys, toucans,” said Perky. “Kids who love animals will have their minds blown.”

Toward the end of the trip, the focus shifts a bit more to the fun side, with visits to swimming holes, whitewater rafting, and zip lining across the jungle canopy. When they arrive back home, they are exhausted, covered in bug bites and scrapes, and parents say they often sleep most of the next day. The impact of the trip, however, leaves a lasting impression.

“Many say it’s the most amazing thing that’s happened in their lives. We’ve had many kids end up going into the science field or traveling abroad once they leave high school,” said Marcea.

This year’s group is currently meeting twice a month in preparation for the trip. They are learning Costa Rican culture and a bit of Spanish, and studying the local plants and animals. They depart on June 9 and will be ready to work hard while also being able to enjoy one of the most unique opportunities available to them.

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IN FOCUS KOCHAVA: SANDPOINT’S DOWNTOWN “STAR” A WORK CULTURE RELATED TO LOCATION

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urn the corner on Church Street in Downtown Sandpoint, and it’s hard not to notice the large grey modern building that now houses the Kochava offices. The space used to house Inkwell—an office machine rental and office supply store—as well as a few doctors’ offices. Its upstairs was home to the local high school baseball team’s batting practice during the winter months. Before Kochava purchased it and moved its offices from the former Columbia Bank location in 2016, the large piece of real estate was rather rundown and far under serving its potential. “It wasn’t contributing to the local economy, and it’s a very large building in the middle of downtown,” says Kimberly Manning, the senior director of brand for the company and wife of CEO Charles Manning.

Originally from California and then Washington, D.C., the couple decided to make Sandpoint their home back in 2005, driven by the desire to create a better lifestyle in a smaller community with natural resources like the lake and the mountain. “No place had the combination of amenities that Sandpoint does. It’s really special, it’s really unique, and that led to our choice to be here,” says Manning. They arrived with a vision in place of starting a company that would fill the void in mobile analytics and attribution.

“We had already been hearing for several years, if your company is internet based, you really should be able to do it from anywhere. We kind of went into it thinking, ‘I get it in theory, we really have no idea if it will be proven out,’” smiles Manning. Over eight years since the

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founding of the company in 2011 and offices all over the world later, they’ve proven this theory cannot just work, it can thrive.

They named the company Kochava—a word that means star in Hebrew. “The idea is that we look in the night sky and you can see millions of stars with the naked eye, but there are billions that you can’t see, unless you have the right tool,” says Manning. “The stars are like data. You have these data points—some of which you can easily see—but many multiples more that you can’t without the right tools. Kochava provides those tools for our customers.”

The decision to start a tech company in the small mountain town of Sandpoint was no easy feat— partners in the Silicon Valley almost scoffed at

the idea. But Charles Manning was dedicated to proving the fact that you could in fact work from anywhere—and do it well. “There was this forgone conclusion that it wasn’t possible, and that really impacted him to dig in and prove otherwise,” recalls Kimberly Manning. “That is underrecognized as a source of success for the company.”

There were benefits and drawbacks to the decision to base the company here. There is a much smaller work pool to choose from, and travel is not always easy. On the flipside, the cost is much lower, and there is less competition.

“There’s only been a handful of serious competitors in the core space of attribution and analytics since our beginning, and we have held our own against those competitors, sort of

against the odds because we’re much smaller,” says Manning. “We are an anomaly in that we’re located in a place like we are.”

Being a smaller company has its perks. For one, it’s able to adapt quickly and react more nimbly to customer needs. For another, it’s able to prioritize quality of life in its location offerings.

Kochava might not have the huge private campus companies like Google and Facebook have in the Silicon Valley, but it’s been able to make the city of Sandpoint its campus, and to great success.

“That really was the vision, allowing Sandpoint to be the campus and putting the company in the middle of it.” Manning laughs, “I think we really contribute to happy hour in Sandpoint.”

Location is at the center of Kochava’s culture.

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Recruiting may be difficult this far from a large tech center and university programs that specialize in computer science, but retention is high. Employees who are here really want to be here.

“If they can have a relevant job working on interesting global technology and live where they want to live, they’re very happy about that combination,” says Manning. “So we tend to have a company culture that is one of gratitude and hard work and willingness to dedicate themselves to what they’re doing here, and I think that is hard to quantify but it’s very unique.

That’s a really good foundation for a great team.”

Employees at Kochava embrace the mountain lifestyle. They are in Sandpoint because they

want to be here. Skiing, mountain biking, running, lake sports—all are central to the lifestyle of Sandpoint, and people have unparalleled access to these activities, access they wouldn’t have living in a place like San Francisco. “It costs more, it takes longer, it’s crowded, it’s difficult,” muses Manning. “Sandpoint is a breath of fresh air compared to that.”

Every year Kochava hosts Kochava Summit for their customers and partners called with the aim of highlighting “Why Sandpoint?” “We felt like if you could spend a day or two here, you would get it,” smiles Manning.

Now catering to a couple hundred people and at capacity, the event includes seminars, workshops and local outdoor activities. “It’s become a really sought-after industry event,” says Manning. Kochava partners with local businesses for the event, and even works with Schwietzer to offer its guests an experience on the mountain. The Kochava team estimates the impact on the local economy from the three days in February the Summit convenes is around $250,000—a key boon to the local economy during a time of the year not much else is happening.

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Kochava works to get involved in the Sandpoint communities in other ways beyond its location and Kochava Summit. It supports various nonprofits in the city like the Panhandle Alliance for Education—the focus for its giving is quality of life in Sandpoint and education.

“There are a lot of people in this town who volunteer a tremendous amount of time to work on what they believe in, and where we can come in and partner with the people who are on the ground doing that work, we really enjoy being able to do that,” says Manning.

Because Sandpoint is so small, the results of charitable giving can actually be seen and appreciated. “If we were in a larger city, many of the things that we do would be a drop in the bucket,” says Manning. “Here you can make a big impact with what we’re able to contribute, and it’s very rewarding. ...

It’s a great honor and privilege for us and for the team in general to be able to support the things that we care about and that make Sandpoint great.”

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“WE STRIVE TO MAKE OUR INSTALLATION PROCESSES AS MINIMALLY INVASIVE ON OUR CLIENTS’ HOMES AND ENSURE THAT OUR TECHNICIANS CREATE A CLEAN, SMOOTH AND FUN PROCESS WHENEVER POSSIBLE.”

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orn and raised in North Idaho, Nick and Sheyna Rust knew that this was the area that would always be home. They live an adventurous lifestyle with their two daughters, Darby and Jacey. When they’re not at work, you will find the Rust family out on the lake, in the woods or at the ski hill.

installation systems out there. Understanding these products and how they are used is an essential component for avoiding failures.”

Seeking to stay current in the industry standards, RTS routinely brings in representatives from these tile manufacturers for trainings, demonstrations and certifications, helping their technicians tackle just about any installation concepts imaginable.

“We feel truly blessed upon the success we have been able to create in the place we love,” says Nick.

“Our goal is to be the first company with fully certified installation technicians as recognized by the National Tile Council of North America,” says Nick.

After years of hard work, Nick and Sheyna are excited about the future of the two companies they’ve created, now named RTS Tile & Stone and Cleanlinez Tile Restoration. “We are very thankful to all our builders, homeowners and other business folk whose continuing support helps our company thrive,” says Sheyna.

Complementing their strong integrity for getting the job done right, the entire crew at RTS takes great pride in their attentiveness for customer service. Showing up on time, maintaining a professional atmosphere and jobsite cleanliness only enhances the experience for their clientele.

RTS is a full-service professional tile and stone installation company that has been serving Sandpoint and the surrounding area for nearly two decades. As a fully licensed, bonded and insured business, you can trust that their companies bring knowledge and experience to every job they take on.

“We know there are many companies providing similar services as us, that is why at RTS, we know it’s the little things that can make a big difference!” says Nick. “We strive to make our installation processes as minimally invasive on our clients’ homes and ensure that our technicians create a clean, smooth and fun process whenever possible.”

“It’s important that people recognize the importance of proper tile assemblies,” affirms Nick. “There are a lot of new products and

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Thanks to their large crew, they’ve become enticing to builders and developers in that they are able to accomplish large projects in very short timeframes, assisting their clientele in meeting difficult deadlines.

When choosing RTS for your installations, you’ll be rewarded with quality products, professionalism and creativity. “We pride ourselves on our reputation on our work and customer service,” says Sheyna.

The couple also takes pride in being able to provide well-paying jobs for local families. “We want everyone on our crew to enjoy this area as much as we do. We are so very thankful for our dedicated employees!”

2019 was an exciting year for RTS Tile & Stone, according to Nick.

“We were fortunate to take part in some really unique and challenging installations.” Their craftsmanship can transform an idea into a genuine work of art. From custom bathrooms and large format floors to accent walls, RTS will give your home its own special character and stunning beauty meant to last the test of time.

"It is always fun witnessing a space transform from something old to something new for our clients. It’s a real joy to see their expressions

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when the final product is delivered; always something new and exciting,” says Klinton McBaine of RTS Tile & Stone.

In addition to RTS, Nick and Sheyna are the owners of Cleanlinez Tile Restoration. With a combination of knowledge, products used and maintenance services, they are able to offer a lifetime warranty on all installations. “The fact that we have a sister company to continue to maintain our installations as well as maintain and repair other installations really makes our company unique,” affirms Sheyna. “We also do a complete care package of restoration and maintenance of tile, stone and grout, refinish natural stone, and repair and polish travertine, marble and granite.”

From their beautiful work at the Idaho Club and Taylor and Sons Chevy to the Belwood Building and Kochava, Nick and Sheyna enjoy being able to see the work they’ve done throughout Sandpoint. “I love seeing our work when we go places,” smiles Sheyna. “It’s so rewarding.”

With their roots being deep in Sandpoint, the Rusts plan on continuing to grow their business right here in North Idaho. “We’re not going anywhere,” says Nick. “We’re excited to be opening a second office in the Coeur d’Alene area for 2020, expanding services to all of North Idaho.

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A senior at Sandpoint High School, Brady is a competitive student athlete, participating in three varsity sports: cross-country, wrestling and track. Stark praises Brady in his work ethic, “which puts him in the elite athlete category as a wrestler,” Stark said.

Brady just recently signed with Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston to be a part of their cross-country/track and field program, where he will pursue his associate degree in engineering. His interest in engineering began due to his fascination with learning how things work and being able to solve problems. He finds this part of engineering very intriguing!

As a wrestler, Brady believed that he would become a better wrestler if he incorporated cross-country into his life. “I had the idea in my mind that the endurance and grit of a distance runner were essential elements of great wrestlers,” he said. With his competitive mindset, he finds his sports to be outlets for him to open up and push through mental, emotional and physical barriers. “The feeling of accomplishment when hard work pays off is a great motivator.”

In seventh grade, Brady’s coach said something that really resonated with his mentality toward life: “When you work hard, good things happen.” And working hard and being successful is exactly what Brady has accomplished.

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more emphasis on team bonding and forming friendships with our teammates. It helps us to maintain our focus on working hard for each other and encouraging one another on and off the court.”

During volleyball season, Coach Karen Alsager gave Alyssa a life lesson she will never forget.

“Coach Alsager has taught me to never cut corners. I will never get better or push my limits if I give up early in a workout or neglect my schoolwork,” Alyssa said. “I have the responsibility on my team to give my best, and I realize that I hurt myself and others from reaching our goals when I don’t.”

As a senior, Alyssa is planning on staying in Idaho to pursue something in the sports field and possibly golf at the college level. Being around sports her whole life, she enjoys being in that environment. “I haven’t decided if I want to help athletes medically or explore the business side of sports, but I know for a fact I want to be involved in that scene.”

This year in particular has increased Alyssa’s hunger for competition and provided her a greater appreciation for the team aspect of sports. “My fellow seniors and I have put

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any people move to Sandpoint for the quality of life, beautiful scenery and endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors year-round. While many may assume that living in a rural area means sacrificing access to quality health care, that is not the case for those who call Sandpoint and the surrounding area home. Bonner General Health, with the support of the Bonner General Health Foundation, provides quality services that many may assume they would have to travel to Coeur d’Alene or Spokane to receive.

The Foundation was originally formed in 1979 with a purpose to educate the community and provide additional medical equipment to Bonner General, but after a while it went dormant.

“It was re-established in November of 2007,” said Bonner General Health’s CEO Sheryl Rickard, who explains that the board of directors for Bonner General Health felt that there needed to be an increased awareness of the resources available to Sandpoint and the surrounding community.

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Also, as a nonprofit hospital, they struggled to keep up with technology, as there was not enough money in the operating budget to purchase new equipment. But that all changed with the revived foundation and the extraordinary effort by many in the community to help raise funds.

Erin Binnall has served as the community development manager for Bonner General Health since January of 2017. In her role, she oversees the foundation and actively engages with local partners to collaborate and identify health needs and resources to benefit Bonner County. She also oversees marketing for Bonner General Health and works closely with the foundation board and the advisory council to bring awareness and engage community members regarding the importance and positive impact a strong health-care system has not only for improving health but also for our local economy.

The foundation board consists of a diverse group of 11 individuals, which includes people from the tourism industry, medical community, financial industry, members of local businesses and retirees. They are a working

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than $820,000 to better serve the needs of the Sandpoint community and beyond.

In addition to the board, there is also an advisory council made up of 65 members of the community that meets quarterly with Binnall and the rest of the foundation board members.

Some of the ways the foundation has enriched local health care is through the purchase of a portable ultrasound machine, surgical warming cabinets and cardiac equipment. And to the delight of many, it has fulfilled some of the wish lists for the Pediatric and Rehabilitation departments. Money raised has also been used to remodel the Obstetrics Department, purchase an orthopedic surgical table, and has helped to significantly elevate the overall patient care environment. Last year, the foundation presented Bonner General Health with a check for $132,000 to help fund new equipment for ENT surgical procedures.

“These meetings are to increase their knowledge of the comprehensive services and programs offered by BGH; to develop a better understanding of the equipment and technology needed to operate a community hospital like BGH; and to provide a platform to provide advice and recommendations to the BGH Foundation about fundraising programs and activities,” said Binnall. “(The Council) acts as ‘two-way communicators’ in the community, conveying information about BGH and the BGH Foundation, and providing feedback they receive from community members.”

One of the ways the Bonner General Health foundation raises money is through its annual Heart Ball—now in its 12th year. Over the years, the Heart Ball, as well as various letter-writing campaigns, have raised more

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Binnall explains that a great deal goes into the decision of deciding what the Heart Ball funds will be used for each year.

“The hospital leadership team prioritizes needs and introduces those needs to the foundation board,” said Binnall. “After discussion between the board and hospital administration, the foundation will vote on which need will make the most impact in the community.”

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This year the funds raised at the February 15th event will be used to fund a new ophthalmology clinic.

“Since the retirement of Dr. George, Bonner County residents are having to travel to Coeur d’Alene and Spokane to receive ophthalmology and eye surgery services,” said Binnall, who adds that the new provider, Dr. Torres, will be joining the Bonner General Health team February 3, 2020.

“Dr. Torres recently retired from 30 years of active duty military service in the U.S. Army. He is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. He completed ophthalmology residency training at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington, and additional fellowship training in the subspecialties of Corneal Surgery and Refractive Surgery at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, University of California Los Angeles.”

The annual Heart Ball consists of a beautiful sit-down three-course dinner preceded by a social hour and an opportunity to mingle with other attendees. There will be several live auction packages and an incredible dessert auction, which is always wildly popular. Some of the items up for auction include packages such as Stock your Cellar and

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Tickets to this year’s Heart Ball are $150 for an individual ticket or $2,000 to sponsor a table of eight. Sponsorship for a table of 10 is $2,200. The highly popular event will have appetizers and dinner catered by Tango Café, a full cash bar provided by Trinity at City Beach and music provided by Rox Music Company.

The needs of Bonner General Health are constantly evolving and increasing. If you would like to make a donation to the foundation to support the health care in our community, there are many ways to do so. You can make a gift to honor the memory of someone who has made a difference in your life or to commemorate a special occasion.

You may also leave a legacy through gifting through your estate— through a bequest, charitable remainder trust, charitable gift annuity and life estate gift annuity.

“You may also donate by volunteering your time to support quality patient care and support services to our many service lines,” said Binnall. “Every donor’s contribution helps build the hospital and

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To learn more about the 2020 Heart Ball, to sponsor a table or purchase tickets, please contact Erin Binnall at 208.265.3390 or email her at Erin.Binnall@BonnerGeneral. org. You can also log onto BonnerGeneral. org/Foundation to learn more about the foundation’s efforts.

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POPPING YOUR SHOULDER INSTEAD OF NEW YEAR’S FIREWORKS?

Reasons why your shoulder may be making a popping sound

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associated with pain, it may be due to degenerative arthritis from years of wear and tear. This occurs when the cartilage that protects the bone has worn down and becomes rough. The result is increased joint inflammation and shoulder pain. It can continue to progress causing loss of motion, strength, and eventually inability to use the arm.

often hear this question in my practice: “Why is my shoulder popping?”

There are multiple reasons for this common issue, as the shoulder is a complex and unstable joint. It is comprised of bone, ligaments, cartilage and tendons that allow for ease of movement in so many different directions, but this is also why the shoulder is a commonly injured joint that results in shoulder pain.

Clicking and popping can also be due to repetitive overuse of the shoulder, resulting in bursitis and tendinitis. The rotator cuff tendons can become worn down slowly over time, much like the sole of a shoe that eventually wears apart. If left untreated, the result is a tearing of the rotator cuff tendon, which causes increased pain, inability to sleep, lost motion, decreased strength and inability to use the arm with many daily activities.

Why do I have shoulder pain and popping? Before you assume the worst, ask yourself the following: 1. Is the popping I feel painful?

2. Has there been a recent injury of my shoulder resulting in any pain?

3. Does my shoulder feel stable?

4. Is it accompanied by any weakness?

Shoulder pain and impingement occur when the space between the top of the shoulder blade and the top of the upper arm bone is narrowed due to swelling and inflammation. This causes a pinching of the rotator cuff tendons and bursa. Untreated, this too can lead to tearing of the rotator cuff tendons and lost function in the shoulder.

Clicking and popping can occur for many reasons. If it is painless, it can be just a harmless joint noise known as crepitus. On the other hand, if it is

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Shoulder instability occurs when the head of the upper arm bone is forced out of the socket.

In many cases, the ligaments are too loose. The result is additional damage to the cartilage of the shoulder and increased pain and weakness.

If left untreated, the episodes can increase in severity and frequency.

Treatment of Shoulder Pain and Popping If you are like me, you want the easiest, most affordable solution. A licensed physical therapist will perform an initial examination to identify the cause of the pain. One of our main goals should be empowering you on how to address the issue so it will go away—forever.

Several clinical tests are performed to identify the problematic areas in strength, flexibility and muscle function. Typical treatments may include:

1. Protection of the shoulder is initially a must to prevent further damage. This may include relative rest for a period of time and education about damaging activities and movements.

2. Flexibility movements to increase mobility without pain or discomfort. These should be gentle and progressive with emphasis on proper mechanics of the shoulder.

3. Progressive strengthening exercises for different muscle groups. Examples include specific rotator cuff exercises and shoulder-blade strengthening (known as scapular stabilization).

4. Advanced techniques such as modalities like the 830 Cold Laser or dry needling therapy, massage, mobilizations and hands-on therapy, under the expert supervision of the physical therapist, can be effective ways to decrease shoulder pain.

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NATURAL, LIFTED, EXTENDED Lash enhancement options and choosing the best option for you

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he options are endless: extensions, strips, growth serums, perms, even magnetic. Whatever your choice is for getting eyelashes that “pop,” there is no doubt it is currently one of the biggest beauty trends. Depending on the type of pop you’re looking for and the condition of your lashes, there are many options out there to accentuate those beautiful eyes of yours. Let's explore the different options to help you determine what will enhance one of your most alluring features.

Lash Extensions - We all have friends with long, thick, perfectly curled lashes. Many times, they are our own children or a partner who could care less about perfect lashes. Ugh. For those of us who were not blessed with the “perfect eyelash gene,” we may turn to lash extensions. Lash extensions can be made of several different materials including synthetic fibers, silk, mink, human hair, even horsehair, and are used to accentuate, lengthen and fill in your natural lashes.

An adhesive is used to glue an individual or small bunch of hairs to your existing lashes. The nice thing about extensions is you can determine the length and amount of volume you would like, thus enabling your technician to create a very natural or very dramatic look. Lash extensions require an initial treatment, which can take anywhere from one to three hours, with “fill-in” appointments every two to four weeks.

Your lashes have a natural shedding process, resulting in a loss of approximately one to five lashes per day, which is why fill-in appointments will keep your lashes looking consistent.

Lash Strips - Similar to extensions, lash strips are typically made of synthetic fibers or human hairs and are applied with an adhesive. The difference is they

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Lash Lifting/Perming - This is a process in which your natural lashes are placed onto a rod using adhesive then processed into a curled position.

This typically includes a lash tint, giving your natural lashes the look of using an eyelash curler and applying one coat of mascara. This is a lowmaintenance treatment, usually lasting six to eight weeks. It is great for those with long, straight lashes and those who want a less dramatic look. Lash tinting is great for those with light-colored lashes.

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hould I go to the Emergency Room or Immediate Care?" Many people ask this when they are injured, ill or have a family member who needs medical treatment. Once winter approaches, there is an increase of ice and snow, cases of cold and flu, and people participating in winter activities, all of which are factors that can lead to needing medical treatment.

Pap screening is now recommended to start at age 21 and continue every three years until age 30. After age 30, the screening interval may increase to every five years. Any abnormal results will prompt more testing and followup. You may be screened more often if you have risks due to immune system deficiency. Screening may end at age 65 if you are at low risk.

Women typically do not need a pap test who have had a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus, including the cervix) and have no history of prior abnormal pap tests.

Cervical cancer rates have decreased dramatically in the United States over the last 30 years. This decrease is directly related to widespread and accepted screening within our communities. These improvements are wonderful, but cervical cancer remains a threatening and morbid disease. The American Cancer Society estimates that this year in the U.S., there will be 13,170 new cases of invasive cervical cancer, and 4,250 women will die from this disease.

The HPV vaccine decreases risks of exposure to HPV, which very often causes precancerous cells that can develop in the cervix. The HPV vaccine is ideally given to girls and boys by 13 years of age. Adults can also receive the HPV vaccine; ask your health-care provider if you are a candidate.

Cervical cancer is most frequently diagnosed in women between the ages of 35 and 44. The diagnosis is rare in women younger than 20. More than 15 percent of cervical cancer cases are found in women over 65. However, these cancers rarely occur in women who get regular tests to screen for cervical cancer before they turn 65.

Although the HPV vaccine is very effective, it cannot clear HPV that may already be present. Also, it is not 100 percent effective against all strains of HPV. Therefore, it is important to continue with routine screening, even if you are vaccinated.

Most cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed in women who were never screened or screened inappropriately. There are new technologies and recommendations for cervical cancer screening evolving all of the time.

What should you know about the latest recommendations and how to protect yourself from cervical cancer?

All women should have access to screening. Many programs are available that can help with the cost through most of your local primary care or OB/GYN medical facilities. Please contact your local health department or Sandpoint Women's Health at SandpointWomensHealth.org or 208.263.2173 for further information.

Pap tests are still the preferred method to screen for cervical cancer. A pap test is a sample of cells collected from your cervix as part of a pelvic exam.

A test for HPV (human papilloma virus) may be added to your pap test or tested after the results of your pap are read. This combination has been shown to help identify precancerous cells that can be treated before turning into cancer.

Dr. Kristin Algoe is Board Certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology; she has practiced medicine at Sandpoint Women's Health since July 2009.

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SEASONAL LIVING FOR WINTER WELLNESS Tips for replenishing your body

By Jeff Pufnock L.Ac. Ph.D. and Jessica Youngs L.Ac., Owners, Embodied Virtue Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine

WITHOUT THE DEEP REST AND QUIETUDE OF WINTER, THE VITALITY OF SPRING IS REDUCED AND

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n Chinese medicine and many holistic healing traditions around the world, the simplest path to health is learning to live in alignment with the seasons. This alignment can be understood by observing the seasonal processes of nature around us. The spring is the initiatory growth of seeds into sprouts that then give rise to the full abundance of fruit in the summer. The fall is the drawing inward of nutrients and the release of the leaves to the ground. The winter holds the place of complete stillness, deep nourishment and infinite potential.

The seeds of the next year's blossoms are firmly planted beneath the earth, resting in the dreams of the flowers they will become and the fruit they will bear. This winter process is absolutely essential for the spring to rise anew from a place of well-being and vitality.

Without the deep rest and quietude of winter, the vitality of spring is reduced and the potential for the entire year is diminished. American culture emphasizes ‘perpetual summer’ through its endless pressure to always do and produce more, and we all inhibit ourselves from embracing adequate rest during the correct time of year. This yearly depletion pattern repeats and leads to a drastic reduction of energy and vitality, including a weakened immune system.

Science suggests the prevalence of winter colds and flus results from stagnant air indoors and increased close personal contact with others. If our bodies are well nourished and our immune systems are resilient, we should be able to be moderately exposed to colds and flus without contracting them ourselves.

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In Chinese medicine, deep rest during winter is essential for the replenishment of our vitality. It is completely natural to need and desire more rest at this time of year, even if responsibilities at work and home do not accommodate this. Replenishing our vitality through deep rest requires going against the societal tendencies to always do more and instead relax into opportunities to do less. We are all able to do our best quality work when our rest is of the same quality.

Tips for a Replenishing Winter: Fulfilling Nourishment: Drink warm water with lemon, herbal teas and hot cider. Enjoy slowcooked foods such as stews, soups, curries, root vegetables, beans, lentils, seeds and nuts. Steam or bake vegetables—and eat plenty of them. Avoid ice water, raw salads and cold smoothies.

Deep Rest: Create extra time for sleep and honor your commitment to your health. Turn off electronic devices one hour before bedtime, avoid the news and anything disruptive. Instead, use soft lighting to journal, meditate or snuggle up.

Be in bed in a dark room by 10:30pm and wake with your own natural rhythm when possible.

Self-Reflection: Winter is a time for deeply listening to your inner self. What gives you the most nourishment in your life? What opportunities already exist for you to find more rest and relaxation, and where can you create more opportunities for self-care?

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t’s commonly thought we collect our microbiome while we are being born. There is some truth to this since during childbirth, and within seconds of being in the world, we get exposed to bacteria. But researchers have discovered that the bacteria in infants’ early stools do not match the same species that would have been collected while going through the birth canal.

Estimates vary, but we could have just as many, if not more, bacteria in our body than the number of cells we have. This would mean there are about 150 million genes from bacteria residing in our gut, mostly in the colon—150 times more than our own DNA. Whatever the numbers are, bacteria play an important role in digesting what we eat.

The bacteria in our gut help break down carbohydrates, especially fruits and vegetables, which our body typically has a hard time digesting. We would not be able to break down much fiber without specialized bacteria. They can break down proteins and produce nutrients our body needs, like vitamins B and K, as well as butyrate.

So where does our gut microbiome originate? One study found that bacteria actually inhabit the placenta and amniotic fluid, typically thought to be sterile, and thus may begin to populate our digestive tract even before we are born. They concluded that these bacteria are more representative of what is in our mouths than the birth canal.

Whether a baby was delivered via cesarean or not, the bacterial makeup was the same. This research tends to support other studies showing it may actually be the antibiotics given during a cesarean that affect a newborn’s microbiome more than the cesarean itself. As we grow, we begin to take on additional bacteria from our environment and early foods.

While researchers go back and forth on the notion of the origin of our microbiome and whether the placenta is sterile or not, one thing remains solid: We have a lot of bacteria in our digestive system. About 3 to 6 pounds, this is trillions of bacteria, representing several thousand different species.

In addition to helping break down large molecules of food into smaller ones, bacteria in our gut fight off outside invaders. They keep us both healthy and strong. Some bacteria are more helpful at these activities than others. And the ones that stick around are the ones that affect us the most.

Bacteria can easily get pushed out of our digestive system. In order to survive they must attach themselves to the lining of our gut. From there they do a lot of the work protecting and feeding us. They do this by taking up space so the bad guys don’t have a place to reside.

Feeding our gut bacteria the right foods is important to maintaining a healthy gut microbiome. Most beneficial bacteria will thrive on vegetables and grains.

Think nutrient-dense whole foods, and you’re good to go.

Micro-organisms that are problematic tend to thrive on particles that are small and sweet. This means anything made out of flour and sugar. Whether it is wheat, corn, rice, coconut or almond flour, small particle sizes leave detrimental bacteria with a lot of surface area to gorge on.

Blended or pressed drinks do the same thing, like juices and smoothies.

Products trying to look like milk are typically thickened and sweetened. Just as much as harmful bacteria love small particles and sweet things, they love these thickeners even more.

Regardless of their origin, considering your gut bacteria when eating is important. Probiotics are top of my list as well. Take care of them and they’ll take care of you.

Scott Porter, a functional medicine pharmacist, is the director of the Center for Functional Nutrition at Sandpoint Super Drug.

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f you’ve meandered through one of the many car shows of the Northwest, you’ve probably seen some pretty cool rides. It’s a great way to get up close to a piece of history. The common vehicles featured in most of these shows are mid ‘50s to late ‘70s Americanmade automobiles. Some shows have rules as to how old the car must be to be shown, what condition it is in or where it was made. While these shows can be a lot of fun, especially for those who grew up driving one of these muscle machines, being able to see a wider variety of automotive history is a more difficult thing to find. Lucky for us, North America’s largest continuous “car show” can be found right in our backyard. And if you’ve never been, you are sure in for a treat.

LeMay - America’s Car Museum is a bucket-list trip for those serious about automotive history but also a great time for those who know little to nothing about vehicles of the past or even how a car works; and that’s the beauty of this place.

“It’s truly multi-generational,” said Ashley Bice, National Strategic Initiatives Officer with America’s Automotive Trust, a nonprofit organization aimed at preserving America’s car heritage. “Everyone walks away with a great experience.”

The ACM collection includes some 300 cars, trucks and motorcycles inside the 165,000-square-foot complex, with vehicles spanning more than a century. “It’s all about the celebration of America’s love affair with the automobile, not one particular vehicle or brand,” said Bice. The collection varies from some of the earliest models ever made to some of the newest in luxury, high speed or concept on the market today.

The museum came to be when Harold and Nancy LeMay had amassed the largest privately owned collection of vehicles and memorabilia in the world. When asked about his collection, the late Harold LeMay said, “I don’t go for just the dollar value car. If it is unusual, I like it. So, I am kind of a maverick, since I am not a dyed-in-the-wool Chevy, Ford or Duesenberg man. I see it, I like it, I buy it.”

After amassing such a large collection, and seeing the sheer enjoyment

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of guests at their annual car show and open house at the couple’s homestead, the LeMays made the decision that instead of seeing their collection scattered and auctioned off to private owners, it would be better served as a piece of history that all could enjoy. After more than a decade of planning, grant writing, fundraising, ups and downs, and surviving the economic downtown, ground was broken in 2011, and the museum saw its doors open for good in June of 2012. Since then, thousands of visitors from all 50 states and 47 countries have passed through the doors to admire this truly one-of-a-kind collection.

First-time visitors are amazed almost instantly as they walk through the doors. Most museums typically display only a small portion of their collections, as many of the rare artifacts are kept in storage and away from the public eye. Rather unique to LeMay - America’s Car Museum is that the collection is held in an “open air” setting. Vehicles that aren’t currently on display in one of the numerous exhibits are still open for easy public view in the center lower levels of the complex.

While the LeMays are the primary donors to the museum, other cars, trucks, motorcycles and unique pieces of automotive history have come from many different sources. According to Bice, two-thirds of the vehicles on display come from private donors—not just from the area but across both oceans.

“We had a 1941 Buick go to China for an exhibition and then back to the museum. Our 1927 La Salle that is currently on display competed in the 2011 Mille Miglia in Italy,” she said.

It’s a unique opportunity for collectors as they have a safe place to display their car where thousands more people will get to see and experience it

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than at a regional car show. It also helps the museum continually bring in new pieces of history to share as the exhibits rotate often and showcase different brands, eras and styles.

“You don’t have to be a ‘car guy’ to enjoy this place, but if you are, there is definitely a lot of eye candy to enjoy,” said Bice.

Getting the unique autos is often a two-way street.

Sometimes the museum is made aware of a special car or vehicle that would make a great fit for an upcoming exhibit, making a request to the owner; and other times, the vehicle’s owner is made aware of the museum and wants to be part of sharing its history with others.

The museum recently wrapped up displaying one of the more unique collections on the planet. While many donate a single vehicle or maybe a couple, Brown M. Maloney loaned LeMay 125 Honda motorcycles from multiple decades. Maloney was highlighted in the 2019 Master Collector’s Exhibit, which is reserved for “dedicated enthusiasts whose passion for cars knows no bounds.” A new Master Collector will be featured later this year.

The collection at LeMay includes just about anything you can think of, along with several vehicles and artifacts you might not have known to exist. One exhibit might include the earliest Cadillac, Model Ts and Model As, and around the corner you’ll find a display of British-made automobiles. Muscle cars and family wagons, high-end ultra-fast sports cars and even the foot-powered “Flintmobile” from the 1994 Flintstones movie are on display for guests’ enjoyment.

One of the more popular exhibits is Route 66, which includes a rotating interactive collection of cars and memorabilia to celebrate America’s iconic roadway.

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Rather unique to LeMay America’s Car Museum is that the collection is held in an “open air” setting.

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automobile travel and helps a younger generation see what a family road trip on this iconic highway looked like in the 1950s and ‘60s.

First-time visitors should set aside some time to visit Lucky’s Garage to learn about Harold LeMay, his passion for automobiles, how he came to own so many and his decision to put them on display for all to enjoy.

This is a permanent exhibit paying tribute to those who made it all possible.

Though initially popular in the south, NASCAR’s following has grown not just nationwide but has spread to a worldwide audience. Two-hundred mile per hour super cars dominate the tracks today, but this sport got its humble beginning from southern moonshiners tuning engines for a few extra horsepower in order to avoid the law while running their illicit alcohol. In the Legends of Motorsports: The NASCAR story you’ll not only learn about how the sport began to blossom but see the evolution of race cars, many of which you’ll recognize from popular drivers throughout its history.

If you want to take your racing experience up a notch, be sure to stop by the Speed Zone. Here you are strapped into a state-of-the-art CXC racing simulator so you can get the feel of track and slot car racing.

One of the most exciting new exhibits at LeMay is Saleen: From the Heart of a Racer to America’s Supercar. The incredible display was unveiled this past fall with Steve Saleen in attendance. Visitors are treated to a unique display of Saleen’s rich automotive history spanning over four decades. You can enjoy a variety of historic vehicles on display, including his personal racing machines, early Saleen Mustangs, the Saleen S7 (considered America’s first supercar), and examples of the company’s new Saleen 1 mid-engine turbocharged sports car and recently unveiled Saleen 1 GT4 concept race car.

Other exhibits include the opulent rides of the 1930s and a wing of all British-made autos.

There is no shortage of vehicles to see, but there are also great opportunities to get hands on and interactive as well.

“We have dedicated spaces for kids and families to really experience automobiles,” said Bice. These include the photo car where you can have your picture taken with a 1923 Buick touring car. There is also the Family Zone which has multiple interactive pieces for kids to explore. Here they can study how a car works by looking at an exposed chassis, build and race pinewood derby cars, get behind the wheel of a Mustang, and design their own car.

Many school groups have come through the museum, and there are also family-focused programs as well as adult-only programs on the calendar. What’s truly amazing is the museum is run almost entirely on a volunteer basis. These folks handle everything from tour guides, greeters and manning various interactive

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stations to monitoring the collections and doing general maintenance and upkeep on the collection.

While many of the museum’s collection will likely never see outdoor roadways again, that isn’t to say you won’t soon see and hear some of them rumbling the streets of the Northwest.

“Our Drive Home program takes vehicles from the collection and gets them out on the road driving from one point to another,” explained Bice.

In fact, part of the collection will take a unique journey later this year. To recreate the iconic American road trip, vehicles from LeMay will be brought to California in late spring and driven across the country, eventually landing in Detroit for the American Auto Show in June.

The cars will be making stops at famous points of interest and National Parks along the way.

“We really want to keep the hobby alive, and

“We have dedicated spaces for kids and families to really experience automobiles.” this is a great opportunity to get people to see these cars up close, outside, and appreciate the history,” said Bice.

While any time of year is a great time to visit, those wanting an even more unique experience will want to mark their calendars for the evening of March 13. Each year, the museum

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hosts a yearly party called Drive the Blues Away.

This year’s theme is “Viva Las Vegas.” Guests can still wander throughout the museum, but you’ll also be treated to food, drink and live music as you peruse the collection. Tickets will be going on sale soon for this exclusive event.

When the weather turns brighter and warmer, you’ll find even more fun outside the museum walls with Cruise Ins and Drive-In movies featuring a 40-foot screen. Take a Spin will put you in a moving car, which could be anything from a Packard to a vintage fire truck.

There is always something new to find at LeMay - America’s Car Museum. New visitors are astonished by the sheer scope of the place, while members continue to find new details they might have missed on previous visits.

Nowhere else can you find a collection of such variety, all thanks to the incredible generosity of Harold and Nancy LeMay.

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he beginning of a new year is, for most of us, synonymous with a fresh start. It’s a symbolic hit of the “reset” button in areas of life like mindfulness, home improvement, education and, of course, physical fitness.

You’ve seen it happen year after year: January hits and gym memberships surge, with New Year’s resolutions driving the masses to revamp their fitness routines with full force.

If fitness is on the forefront of your New Year's resolutions, but sweating your days away in a crowded gym is not, it might be time for a change of scenery. With the right equipment, your fitness goals can be reached within the comfort of your own home.

Resistance bands - You can quite literally start small in terms of your home fitness equipment with resistance bands. They’re space-efficient and highly portable; for frequent travelers, the bands will pack easily into your suitcase, and for those working with limited space, they can be tucked in a drawer when not in use. The elastic bands add an element of dynamic strength training to a workout, with the additional level of challenge depending on the size and stiffness of the band. Smaller, thicker bands can be set around the knees and ankles during dynamic warmups and lower body work, while longer, looser bands can be used to

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strengthen and stretch the upper body. The small bands provide a long list of opportunities to diversify your workouts.

Jump rope - Don’t underestimate the power of the jump rope. The jump rope packs a huge cardiorespiratory punch in a small package, and all you need for an effective workout with one is the right amount of space. According to ACE Fitness, jumping rope can help improve your coordination, as it requires you to keep a cadence as you move. Creating intervals by alternating quicker cadences with slower cadences drives your body to work hard to adjust, maximizing your effort and burn in a shorter amount of time. This also encourages cognitive function as the communication between your brain, wrists and leg muscles keeps your entire body moving. A study by the Cooper Institute reported that 10 minutes of jumping rope can have the equivalent benefits of a 30-minute jog, and who wouldn’t want to make that trade?

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yoga sequences into your TRX training, taking each to the next level as the support from the straps allows for increased intensity when you simply change your body angle. Find new workout inspiration in the TRX app, which releases new workouts regularly and is often included for one year with your purchase of the bands.

Medicine ball - Revive your athleticism and demonstrate your power with the medicine ball. They can be thrown, caught and slammed, allowing for the explosive movements that will get the heart pumping and improve overall functional performance. Available in varying weights and sizes, you’ll have plenty of options—choose a weight that will undoubtedly make you notice the additional effort with each move but won’t compromise your form. You can add the medicine ball into almost any move, including cardio (hold and press it up in jumping jacks), core work (weighted V-ups and Russian twists) and dynamic strength (in a pushup, place one hand on the medicine ball as you push and engage the core). Have fun with it and play an adult fitness version of wall-ball or grab a partner for a strengthening game of catch. This low-impact, high-power tool is a must.

Dumbbells - It’s proven that strength training is the type of workout that continues burning the most calories long after the workout ends, due to the higher metabolism associated with increased muscle tone. However, you don’t need the big machines at the gym to build and tone muscle.

Instead, invest in a pair of dumbbells. Dumbbells allow you to strengthen every part of the body, keep the muscles guessing and push past fitness plateaus with the hundreds of different exercises they make possible. Because they allow for a wider range of motion, they provide a deeper stretch to the muscle, more room for functional movement and the ability to isolate more specific muscles to reach your unique goals. Start with one pair that challenges you but allows you to work through your desired rep range with good form, then work up in weight from there.

Sliders - Maybe you’ve never associated doing lunges with “gliding,” but it’s also likely you’ve never considered incorporating sliders into your fitness routine. These small discs add a whole new dimension to your workout, increasing intensity by adding an element of instability that instantly requires your core to work in sync with the rest of your body and stay engaged the entire time. Place them under your feet or hands to increase the work in body-weight moves like planks, mountain climbers and lunges, taking them to the next level for plank jacks, moving pikes and three-way side squats. You’ll immediately notice the extra pull in hard-to-target areas like the lower abs. The discs are budget friendly, compact and designed to work on both flooring and carpet, allowing you plenty of room to glide your way into total-body toning.

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Yoga mat - If you’ve ever practiced yoga regularly, you know it doesn’t take long to notice the benefits. It’s a long list including enhanced flexibility, relaxation, mental clarity, muscle tone and better posture. Yoga rounds out a great fitness regimen as a form of moving meditation that strengthens while relieving tight muscles and keeping your nervous system (including that fight-or-flight mentality) in check. The term yoga encompasses a wide variety of flows, from the more challenging and strengthbased Power Vinyasa, and there are classes available online in formats from power yoga to simple stretching. To access online yoga courses at any time, check out sites like Gaia or Glo that categorize workouts by skill level, time limit, fitness goals and more. Having a yoga mat around will provide support in other elements of your workout as well, from TRX training to groundbased core work.

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Get creative and keep yourself motivated with the endless amounts of workouts you can build with these seven essentials, all while staying within the space of your own home.

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WO R KO U T FA S H I O N trends FROM THE HOME TO THE GYM, STEP INTO YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION IN STYLE

BY ABIGAIL THORPE

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he Inland Northwest is the land of outdoor adventure, but when you aren’t hitting the slopes or paddle-boarding the lake, there’s plenty more to keep you active—whether it’s a morning yoga session, CrossFit or the good old gym. Wellness has increasingly become more of a lifestyle choice than a stand-alone event in our day-to-day lives, and as working out becomes a central part of our every day, so too do the clothes we do it in. Leggings aren’t just for the trail or the studio anymore, and our trainers don’t come off the moment we walk out the gym door.

According to Allied Market Research, the global activewear market is experiencing an annual 6.5 percent growth rate and expected to reach $547 million by 2024. Celebrities like Kate Hudson, Beyoncé and Khloé Kardashian have created fitness fashion empires of their own and taken to social media, promoting athletic wear as more of a statement piece and less an outfit reserved only for the gym.

Whether you’re on the mountain, in the yoga studio or out running errands this new year, here’s a quick trip down the 2020 runway of workout fashion trends.

Athleisure and Multifunctional - Workout clothing no longer fits only one specific need or occasion. Men and women alike are looking for pieces you can wear on your morning workout and out to run errands or meet friends for coffee. As lines between the workplace, home and social spaces become increasingly blurred, activewear has to fit many purposes—and look good doing it. The birth of athleisure—activewear you can be athletic in and wear for leisure—has caused the explosion of athletic-wear consumerism.

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Retro: Bold and Bright - Everything comes back around, and workout fashion is no exception to the rule. Expect 2020 athletic wear to run full force into the ‘90s trend that’s been spreading across the fashion industry. We’re talking bright neon colors, statement pieces like matching tracksuit ensembles and big bold logos. Rebirth of brands like Reebok, Champion and Fila are part of this flashback to the ‘90s, with original logos front and center—a fashion statement on and off the track. Despite the winter chill, midriff exposure continues to flaunt its face; don’t expect those crop tops to go anywhere.

Sustainable - It may be a flashback to a previous decade style-wise, but athletic wear is taking a forward-thinking step when it comes to sustainability. Traditionally, activewear incorporates a lot of nylon and spandex—materials that take a lot of energy to produce and don’t break down easily in their afterlife. Consumers are more aware of the products they purchase and increasingly look for a company’s sustainability practices—both in its material and waste use, and its approach to fair wage and labor practices. Brands like Patagonia and Athleta are responding in kind, offering new options for the environmentally and socially conscious consumer. Eighty percent of Patagonia’s snow collection is made with recycled

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fabrics; Athleta offers their “supersonic” leggings made of recycled nylon fabric; and Adidas' Ultraboost shoe features material made from recycled plastic found in beach and coastal communities.

Animal Print - Don’t hide your wild side—if it’s spotted or striped and looks like a wild animal, it’s runway approved.

Animal print, like zebra and leopard, is hot in the fashion world this year, and athletic wear is living up to its hype as a wearanywhere statement genre that keeps up with the times. Maybe, just maybe, those zebra print leggings will help you run a little faster.

Technologically Innovative - Pretty is as pretty does, but it needs to function well too. Multifunctionality is key to workout clothing these days, which means it needs to hold up as well at the gym as it does on the couch and seamlessly bridge the transition between performance and comfort. Athletic brands have increased their tech performance immensely over past years, and 2020 is all about innovation. Look for highperformance fabrics that keep you cool (or warm) and have sweat-wicking properties for comfort in and out of the gym.

Ultra-sculpt leggings help to define muscle, while no-seam technology makes that transition from workout to hangout (literally) seamless. Running and training shoes are sleek and light—and pack more of a punch when it comes to comfort for your feet. And of course, don’t forget the actual inclusion of tech into your gear. Whether it’s hidden pockets for your phone or built-in tracking, workout fashion is all about making your life a little easier.

Body Positive - The activewear world is finally catching on that fit comes in all shapes and sizes. As athletic fashion grows in popularity, companies are trending toward a more inclusive, extensive offering that caters to all body types. Established brands like Nike are increasing their size offerings, while smaller labels like Good American or Girlfriend Collective are actively promoting fashion inclusivity and body positivity in their activewear, ensuring everyone a good fit in their fitness lifestyle.

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JUNE 20, 2020 | CHAFE150.ORG Sandpoint Rotary presents the 13th Annual CHAFE 150 Gran Fondo, named one of the top charity rides in the US! The 150-mile route is a grand loop around the Cabinet Mountains through gorgeous lake and river valleys. CHAFE offers magnificent routes of 100, 80, 40, 25

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EAT RIGHT healthy eating tips

BY JILLAN CHANDLER Our bodies and minds work best when they are fueled by healthy foods, but with the busyness of everyday life, it can be difficult incorporating the right foods into our meals. We’ve compiled some tips and tricks to help make 2020 a successful year filled with delicious and wholesome meals—and make it easy for the entire family!

PLANNING & PREPPING It’s easy to find oneself scrambling about when it comes to mealtime— especially dinner. Pizza or takeout anyone? Instead of that drive-through window or reaching for your phone to call in your order, what if you had all the prep work done for that next family meal? Allot one day a week where you set aside time to plan out your meals for the week, making a list, shopping for those items then prepping them all so they’re ready to go when it comes time to cook. By doing this, dinner will be a breeze, as all you have to do so pull everything you need, ready to go, from the fridge straight to the stove or oven.

PREPARE & FREEZE It’s Sunday night, and you’re making a delicious lasagna for the family to enjoy together. Why not make two, freezing one for another night?

Homemade always beats store-bought and allows you to cater the meal precisely to your family’s taste. Incorporate lean meats, vegetables like spinach, zucchini and bell peppers, and anything else you desire! While you’re at it, plan on making a homemade marina to layer and top it off with, storing the rest either in freezer bags or by canning it. Now you not only have another lasagna ready to pop in the oven whenever you choose, you also have fresh sauce to use for another evening meal.

KEEP IT SIMPLE When shopping for the family, you can’t forget the snacks. Be sure to choose easy to eat foods that are also great for on the go—but not the pre-packaged ones! Instead of opting to buy that sugar-laden applesauce, why not go for the fresh apples? Let’s skip the chips and cookies and instead select other fruits like bananas and oranges, which all make for a great snack on the go. And don’t forget the veggies! Celery, carrots and mini bell peppers are great choices. Raw nuts and trail mix are also great!

But be sure not to buy the sugar- and salt-coated kind. Raw nuts and trail mixes that have natural dried fruit (sorry, no chocolate chips or M&M’s) make the best choice. String cheese is another great option!

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GET THE KIDS INVOLVED Children are more prone to eat healthy meals that they helped prepare!

Not only will dinner become more relaxing, as the kids will be more than excited to eat what they have made, but it’s a wonderful way to spend uninterrupted quality time together as a family. Choices are always good.

Start with letting them choose what vegetable to have, then let them do the cutting, whether it’s lettuce for the salad, broccoli or green beans.

For the protein, give them the option of chicken or steak, then let them help in selecting the seasonings to flavor the meat with. Mashed potatoes anyone? Let them do the mixing. The options are endless.

HOMEMADE “TREATS” It is quite alright to indulge in something sugary and sweet on occasion.

Instead of purchasing that cake or cookies from the grocery store, why not invest in a healthy dessert cookbook (there are lots to choose from these days!) and let the kids pick one to prepare together each week. It’s amazing the wonderful treats that you can make that can be healthy for you too! Substituting organic honey, maple syrup or coconut sugar for the staple white sugar is one of the first steps. And, it’s always good to use a bit less than the recipe calls for. Desserts that incorporate fruits like bananas, apples and blueberries are always a good choice. There’s nothing like the smell of something baking in the oven on a cold winter’s day.

DON’T FORGET THE WATER Water is extremely important for all ages and lifestyles. It is said that eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day per person is ideal, though that number can fluctuate greatly, depending on weight. The more accurate measurement of water one should consume each day is their body weight, divided by two, in ounces. If you are a 150-pound person, you should be consuming a minimum of 75 ounces of water each day. Many times, when one feels hunger, it is dehydration they are experiencing. By drinking the right amount of water that your body requires, this can help curve desires for unnecessary snacking or overindulging at mealtime. And the more water you drink, the less you’ll desire sugary, calorie-filled choices. It’s a wonderful, simple, healthy habit the entire family can incorporate into their daily routine.

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A WINTER WONDERLAND Make a trip to West Yellowstone this season

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hen the winter snows blanket the town of West Yellowstone and Yellowstone National Park, the summer crowds dissipate, making this the ideal time of year to visit. West Yellowstone makes the perfect base for exploring all the area has to offer in the winter months and is the closest park entrance to the Old Faithful Geyser. Surrounded by three National Forests, plenty of trout streams and lakes, it makes getting back to nature easy. There is a surprising number of things to do from snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing to winter fly fishing. The town of West Yellowstone is right outside the West Entrance to the park and, although it is closed to cars in the winter, it is open for licensed tour operators for snowmobile and snowcoach tours.

Where to Stay The Yellowstone Lodge has a great location for your base during your time in the area. It is only one block away from popular attractions, restaurants and shopping, and just three blocks away from the West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The hotel is one of the newer properties in West Yellowstone. It has decent sized modern rooms, and there is even a family suite option if you need more space. Amenities on the property include an indoor heated pool and hot tub. The included continental breakfast is substantial with a nice variety. The staff is very friendly and helpful.

Where to Eat Most restaurants in the area are heavy on the Western theme. Think hearty steaks, burgers and comfort food. While in town make sure to try an elk or bison dish. Madison Crossing Lounge is in an old school. The first West Yellowstone school was built in 1918 and now houses commercial businesses including the restaurant. This is a wonderful place to

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NO TRIP TO THE AREA IS COMPLETE WITHOUT A TRIP TO YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK. ALWAYS STUNNING, IT WILL BLOW YOU AWAY WITH ITS BEAUTY DURING THE WINTER MONTHS.

dine. They work hard to source locally as much as possible to support the local economy and offer a very well-rounded menu with nightly specials and several elk and bison options; think delicious bison meatloaf or elk tenderloin medallions with a blueberry-tarragon reduction.

The Slippery Otter Pub is a rowdy, casual pub with good service and tasty food. Try a bison burger or jalapeno wontons with huckleberry sauce.

The Book Peddler is a coffee shop tucked in the back of a store. This is where the locals grab coffee. The baked goods are house made, and the blueberry scone is light and delicate, and pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee.

What to Do No trip to the area is complete without a trip to Yellowstone National Park. Always stunning, it will blow you away with its beauty during the winter months. Mounds of snow contrast with steaming geysers, and wildlife viewing is at its peak. If you are going to splurge on anything during your trip, make it hiring Yellowstone Guide Amy Beegel, Easy

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Certified guides are required in the winter months, and Amy is a pro.

Super fun and so knowledgeable about the park, she will curate your tour to fit the interests of your group. A great guide makes or breaks a trip, so contact Amy first and she will help you arrange the snowmobile rentals. Plan for a full-day adventure. Local outfitters also have snowsuits, gloves and boots available for rent. Be aware when making any kind of reservations that there is no cell phone service outside of town, so many outfitters will get back to you in the evening after they have returned from day tours.

You won’t be able to spot a bear in Yellowstone National Park in the winter because they hibernate, but the bears that live at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center don’t hibernate. The center gives you the opportunity to explore the world of grizzly bears and gray wolves as well as the new River Otter Exhibit. Each exhibit has warm buildings so you can observe the animals both inside and outside. The center has also acquired a world-class exhibit BEARS once it completed its tour of the country. It is interactive and explores the ways bears have captured our attention

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The Specifics WHERE TO STAY Yellowstone Lodge - YellowstoneLodge.com WHERE TO EAT Madison Crossing Lounge MadisonCrossingLounge.com Slippery Otter Pub Find them on Facebook.com WHAT TO DO Easy Tours Yellowstone EasyToursYellowstone.com Spirit of the North Sled dog Adventures HuskyPower.com Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center GrizzlyDiscoveryCtr.org Yellowstone Giant Screen YellowstoneGiantScreen.com 320 Guest Ranch Sleigh Rides - 320Ranch.com

through myth, art, literature, history and folklore. It is well worth a visit. The animals that live at the center can no longer return to the wild for a variety of reasons including being orphaned, a nuisance animal or suffered injuries. This is not a typical tourist attraction but an education center, and you will learn so much about the wildlife in the area. Your ticket is good for two days, so don’t be surprised if the kids ask to go back again.

The Yellowstone Giant Screen and Trading Post makes a nice stop if the weather is not cooperating. It opens in the afternoon for shopping, and movies start at 3:30pm. The Yellowstone Movie shows every day and provides a good overview of the history of Yellowstone National Park. A current movie is also shown each day. Check with the theater for current listings and times.

You’ll want to schedule in time to explore West Yellowstone by foot. It is a cute walkable town with a “Wild West” feel about it.

If you want a special adventure, head out to Big Sky for a dogsled adventure with Spirit of the North. Unlike many companies, with Spirit of the North you will receive hands-on instruction and have the thrill of driving a sled dog team. If you’ve never been around an Alaskan huskies dog team, you are in for a treat. The dogs are high energy and love to run.

They are friendly and enjoy receiving lots of petting. The trips take place 1 mile about the Mountain Village at the ski resort in what is known as Moonlight Basin. You’ll enjoy breathtaking scenery along the trail including views of Lone Mountain and the Spanish Peaks.

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Located around 30 miles outside of West Yellowstone, the historic 320 Guest Ranch offers evening sleigh rides. This magical ride takes you along the Gallatin River on a sleigh pulled by draft horses. On a clear night, being so far out of town, the stars are so bright in the night sky. The sleigh ride takes you to Mountain Man Campsite where you will enjoy wild game chili, a variety of snacks and hot beverages, with the option of adult beverages. Listen to ranch stories by the bonfire before heading back. The trip lasts about an hour. You can also arrange for a private sleigh ride.

West Yellowstone is truly special during the wintertime. When planning for your trip, prepare for extreme weather and pack layers and warm clothing. Before heading out each day, check the weather forecast so you don’t get caught in an unexpected storm. For more information, visit DestinationYellowstone.com and YellowstoneDestination.com.

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Trinity at City Beach Sandpoint’s premier waterfront dining offers an extensive menu of American cuisine with an impressive wine list. Featuring a full-service bar and beautiful view of Lake Pend Oreille. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, Trinity at City Beach is ready to become your new favorite restaurant.

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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, FortyOne South’s spectacular sunsets, innovative cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list are sure to make it a memorable night out. The bar and restaurant menu changes with the season offering a variety of delicious food year-round.

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Fresh and unique, Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant in Downtown Sandpoint has been a favorite of many for over 25 years. Whether it’s Margarita Monday, Taco Tuesday or Magic Wednesday, there is something for everyone here, and its newly expanded menu has brought even more choices to diners. If you are looking for family fun, a date night or even a place to host a party in their private dining room, Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant will keep you coming back for more!

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FIESTA BONITA Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily. Fiesta Bonita’s menu is full of many unique and authentic recipes. They have a full bar at their Ponderay location and outdoor seating. Open daily at 11am. Bring the family or make it a date night. There is something for everyone at Fiesta Bonita!

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CITY BEACH ORGANICS City Beach Organics offers top-notch, made-fromscratch organic food and drinks in a recently renovated downtown location. They serve homemade soups daily!

Conveniently located, they can also make your order to go!

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MILLER’S COUNTRY STORE They now have homemade pies on Thursday! Come experience the sensational smells of fresh baking bread, cinnamon rolls, pies and pastries. Pick up a deli sandwich on their homemade bread and hot bowl of soup with a fresh baked roll or cornbread.

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ACAI BOWL

Recipe & Photo Courtesy of Brian Treat NUTRIENT PROFILE: 350 calories (average) 24 grams of protein High in micronutrients Low-carb, low-sugar

INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup fresh organic blueberries 2-3 fresh organic strawberries ¼ cup Zola Acai Purée ¼ cup water 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder 2 scoops of berry-flavored protein powder ice METHOD: • Pour blueberries into a 16-ounce cup, then add two to three strawberries. Fill the cup to the top with ice. Pour in blender.

• Add Zola Acai Purée and water to blender.

• Add vanilla protein powder and berry-flavored protein powder.

• Blend on low speed, increasing speed as mixture allows. Blend for approximately 2 minutes.

• Pour into a bowl of your choice, add desired toppings and serve. Suggested toppings include sliced banana, granola, coconut shavings, peanut or almond butter, chia seeds, goji berries, pistachios and more!

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BANFF MOUNTAIN

FILM FESTIVAL World Tour Coming to Sandpoint for its 23rd year!

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January

17-19 For the 23rd year, the one and only Banff Mountain Film Festival will be coming back to Sandpoint’s Panida Theater this month! For three consecutive nights, be inspired by the international film competition that all began in 1976 and originated in Banff, Alberta. This show, as previous attendees might know, focuses on footage of specular mountain subjects from all over the world. It originated as an outreach program to bring the festival to other communities with tours across three Canadian cities. However, they saw it as an opportunity to reach other communities that couldn’t make it to the Canadian Rockies.

Therefore, Sandpoint made the tour!

Mark your calendars for the weekend of January 17 through 19. On Friday and Saturday night, the doors will open at 6pm, with the film beginning at 7. Sunday, doors will open at 5pm, and the film will follow at 6. Tickets are now available for purchase at Eichardt’s, Burger Express (in Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry locations), Outdoor Experience and the Alpine Shop. Tickets are also available for purchase on the Panida

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Theater website at Panida.org. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door, but you don’t want to miss out, so buy now! Tickets are $18 in advance or $20 at the door. One of the best things about this event is that a portion of the proceeds will go to Sandpoint’s local program called North Idaho Mountain Sports Education (NIMSEF).

What will that do for NIMSEF? It will give 70 or more local kids a ski pass to Schweitzer Mountain, with lessons and ski gear included.

Jeff Rouleau from NIMSEF will be the one raffling off the prizes at the Panida Theater all three nights of the show. Bring your families and friends to an unforgettable event that will start their 2020 year off with a bang!

Wish to learn more about this amazing event? For more information, you are welcome to visit their website at MountainFever.us. To learn more about the North Idaho Mountain Sports Education Fund, please visit NIMSEF.com.

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(For more information about YMSB, visit BeesWaxSystems. com/thehive.) It's time to get your foot-stomping groove on with YMSB! Don't miss your chance to witness this incredible performance, which takes place Sunday, January 12, from 7:30 to 11:30pm at The Hive. Tickets are priced $25 to $35 and can be purchased online at EventBrite.com.

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NORTHERN LIGHTS AT SCHWEITZER JANUARY 18 6 to 7pm Schweitzer Mountain Resort | Schweitzer.com The month just got a bit brighter, as Sandpoint's Schweitzer Mountain Resort will once again host their Northern Lights show.

Held in the Village on Saturday, January 18, the evening kicks off at 6pm with a torchlight parade down Jam Session followed by a massive fireworks show in the village. This is sure to be an event the entire family won’t want to miss! Afterward, for those 21 and older, head up to Taps for music and partying. While you’re at it, you can make a night of it and book a stay at the resort. Find out more online at Schweitzer.com.

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WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE CONFERENCE JANUARY 25 8am to 4:30pm UI Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center WomenInAg.WSU.edu Hosted by UI Extension, Bonner County, don't miss the 2020 Women in Agriculture Conference. Held Saturday, January 25 at the University of Idaho Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center, "Healthy Farms" is the theme for this year’s conference.

Experience an engaging, interactive day full of inspiration, learning and networking with other women farmers. This is a one-day event held simultaneously at sites throughout Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana and Washington. Cost is $30 for early bird pricing (until January 17), and $35 starting January 18.

Registration is required. For more information and to register, please visit WomenInAg.WSU.edu or email Jennifer Jensen at jenjensen@uidaho.edu.

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Come live the Dover lifestyle without the planned development restriccons! This well-built beauty, taken down to the foundaaon and remodeled in 2014, boasts a large, open floor plan, main floor bedroom with aaached bath, second floor loo bedroom (non-conforming, no closet), third bedroom with adjacent bath, large laundry room and a lovely sun room overlooking the gardens and fenced yard. Outside you'll find mature fruit trees, berries, perennial plannngs, paao and covered front porch. Appliances included for a turn-key experience. $397,000

Come to Ridgehaven and enjoy absolute privacy on this gently sloped 5 acre parcel.

Remove some trees and open up gorgeous views of the Selkirks and Schweitzer Mountain, while keeping plenty of usable ground for the home site. $55,000

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Absolutely Idaho - here's your mountain retreat site! 5 acres with filtered views of Lake Pend O'Reille that can be drasscally improved with thinning. Come experience this peaceful, private locaaon 17 miles to Sandpoint away from the noise of everyday life. $59,000

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Bear Claw Subdivision. Three lots available in a quiet, natural seeng. East of Cark Fork, Idaho – a sportsman’s paradise with the Clark Fork River that feeds the great Pend O’Reille Lake, all there for your enjoyment. Hike or hunt out your back door with US Forest Service property directly adjacent to the subdision.

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2.2 ACRE building lot in an area of fine homes with gorgeous mountain views, filtered water views and lots of sunny exposure, approximately 15 minutes' drive to Sandpoint or Priest River. Wetlands exist, approved building spot. $79,500

Come discover absolutely amazing views from this 3.6 acre parcel ADJACENT TO FOREST SERVICE in highly desirable Canyon Creek Ranch. Build among nature with views that sweep across the mountains, and hike for miles out your back door directly to public lands in this very quiet locaaon.

Power and phone are to the property. $130,000

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Come live the country lifestyle on 20 gorgeous acres adjacent to Forest Service with year-round Crystal Creek, a pond, barn, and amazing views that span the valley. The 4-bedroom, 3-bath home includes wood burning stove, propane heater, old-fashioned cook stove, propane on-demand hot water and main floor master bedroom with adjacent covered porch. The barn with milking room built in 2010 has separate power meter and could be converted to guest space. The land is the perfect mix of forest and open areas, in a very private seeng with excellent sun exposure and access to miles of trails. This offering is priced mindful of a buyer's desire to update the home. $460,000

Acreage opportunity, outside city limits! 28.13 acres, Bonner County Suburban zoning, less than 4 miles to Sandpoint City limits bordered on the north and east boundaries by county-maintained Woolsey Road. Gorgeous mountain views abound. Property currently assessed for agricultural use, taxed at $323/year (2018).

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4.96 acres with lovely sunny exposure & gorgeous long-range views, conveniently located between Sandpoint and Coeur d'Alene. Perch your home on this level building site and enjoy the southerly views all the way to Mount Spokane in this peaceful, private seeng. Electricity is to the property and seppc is installed for a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home.. $81,000

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Come find peace and quiet, lots of wildlife and views that go for miles on this 20.15 acres just south of Sandpoint, ID. Seppc installed and electricity is to the property corner, ready for you to complete the building vision, or buy and hold for future plans. Elk, deer, and other mature wildlife abound. $105,000

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