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16 Good News

Tracking your Goodwill donation from start to finish.

19 Home & Essentials

36 Athletes of the Month

67 Shop in Style The best local shopping.

Sandpoint High School.

38 Hometown Experts

The latest tips and trends.

Your chosen local experts.

27 Life & Community

42 Feature Story

Great local events and stories.

Doctor follows his passion in Nepal and saves lives.

30 Business Spotlight

73 Cover Story

music and shows.

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Summer Sampler A FOODIE’S PARADISE

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

32 Sandpoint in Focus

School’s out for the summer.

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50 Arts & Entertainment 87 Food & Drink Monthly calendar of great local events, 58 Feature Story

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From Drop Off to Store Shelves Tracking your Goodwill donation from start to finish.

By Colin Anderson.

Removing clutter from our homes seems to be an ongoing battle for many of us. As a society we tend to accumulate “stuff,” and that stuff often gets put into boxes and stored. Maybe it’s toddler clothes and toys your 10-year-old has no interest in, a computer monitor that’s been replaced, or sporting goods you have no use for now that all the kids are out of the house. A yard sale is a great way to help remove some of this clutter. When the sale is over and we don’t want to pack unsold items back in the house, for most of us the next stop is the local Goodwill store or donation trailer.

According to Goodwill’s Director of Marketing and Fund Development Heather Alexander, more than 20 million pounds of goods are donated each year through the 13 area retail stores and 14 donation trailers covering Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho. That’s a lot of sorting, and how those items go from donation to sale to helping your community is quite the journey.

“We had 90 cars drop off donations here yesterday,” explained Coeur d’Alene Store Manager Becky Jones-Salassi. “It’s a little slower in the winter, but that’s a typical day here.”

Jones-Salassi has managed the Coeur d’Alene store on 4th Avenue for the past nine years.

She oversees 29 employees, all with varying tasks to keep the donations organized and the storefront stocked. It’s the same at the

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Ponderay store where there is a team of 18 in place, and in Post Falls where nine people keep the smaller location going. Donations come in from either drive-up traffic or Goodwill’s donation trailers or warehouse.

“Donor service associates accept the donations and start separating the items into categories which are then taken to the back for further sorting,” said Jones-Salassi. These categories include furniture, textiles, shoes, accessories, electrical, housewares and books. “It’s fun. It’s like Christmas every 20 minutes because you never know what you’re going to get,” said Idaho stores District Manager Kara Gallegos.

Once the donations are placed into the appropriate category, they are hauled to that category’s station for pricing. A trained associate inspects the item for any damage, cleans it and assigns it a price of good, better or best, based on condition and quality of the item. “We have quality standards for what goes on the store shelves, so anything we determine does not meet those standards is sent to the Goodwill outlet store in Spokane with the goal of having zero waste,” explained Gallegos.

Many of the more unique and higher-end items donated are sold online at www.shopgoodwill. com. They also have an eBay store and e-books store for online shopping.

The Coeur d’Alene sorting area is piled high

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with all kinds of merchandise, and if they begin running low on an item like furniture or dishes, a call is made to Goodwill’s warehouse in Spokane and new donated inventory is brought over daily. The shelves are stocked constantly throughout the day. “We have some folks who come in three times a day just to see what’s new,” said Jones-Salassi.

With literally hundreds of items coming through the door, all of the workers have seen more than a few interesting donations.

Alexander remembers a wedding dress that was supposed to go in for a cleaning but ended up in the Goodwill pile. Gallegos remembers people thinking they’d dropped off a vase, but it was actually a family urn. And there was the time when Jones-Salassi went out of her way once to save a family’s memories. “We found a book of baby photos inside a stack of book donations. I started flipping through and found a JC Penney portrait studio receipt, contacted them and was able to get connected to the family and return the book. I’m guessing that husband was in the doghouse for awhile.”

As hundreds of transactions take place at the North Idaho and Eastern Washington stores, 85 cents of every dollar is going to programs that benefit many of our communities’ most vulnerable. “When you drop something off, you’re cleaning your home, but you are also giving a gift to more than 6,000 people we

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Anything we determine does not meet those standards is sent to the Goodwill outlet store in Spokane with the goal of having zero waste.

Removing clutter from the house and garage gives us a feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment. Know that when you drop your donations off at Goodwill, you are extending that feeling to hundreds in your community who are benefiting from Goodwill’s programs.

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help every year,” said Alexander. Goodwill offers pre-employment services such as help with a resume, learning a skill, or being hired on at a Goodwill retail location for on-thejob experience. The Supportive Services for Veterans Families is a housing stability program that serves veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

Goodwill helps veterans with permanent housing, crisis intervention and connecting to their benefits. Goodwill offers numerous other services to those with disabilities.

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Giving people the skills and training to better their lives is one of the most rewarding parts of any Goodwill manager. “Our North Idaho stores are hard working good people that really believe in our mission and are supporters of the community,” said Gallegos.

• In 2013, Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest provided 55,270 hours of paid on-the-job training and assessment for unemployed men and women.

• 75 years of serving people with barriers • 511 people employed in 2014 • Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest served over 6000 people in 23 counties in Eastern Washington and North Idaho in 2013.

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The Consummate Consumer BE MINDFUL. YOUR PURCHASE SPEAKS POWERFULLY.

BY BRETT MARLO DESANTIS.

It is time for all of us to take responsibility for our power as consumers. When we purchase an item, we are declaring our approval of it, therefore supporting and endorsing the business that will continue to produce it. Let’s exercise our consumerist ways to make great change. The way we purchase pushes manufacturers to improve their sourcing, process and product.

You may consider yourself a savvy shopper, an educated buyer or even a consummate consumer. You are already part of the movement to buy local. You read most food labels, or at least, most of the label. You shop at farmers markets. You even pay attention to product packaging. Do you also apply this logic to purchases for your home?

Eventually, all products will be packaged with a life cycle assessment, or LCA label: where the product is sourced (raw material acquisition), how it is produced (process and production), its use, re-usable options, maintenance required for it to perform well and end of life (waste management).

Until we have that transparency at our fingertips…

Close your eyes and imagine a home that speaks to you. As you sit in this imagined space, how does it feel? What does it smell like? With what products do you choose to surround yourself?

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Take your imagined space to the next level by selecting your purchases with that same care. Infuse your home with healthy materials sourced, created with care and skill, within our region.

Look for the product’s origin. Buying local is fantastic, and yet buying local is not enough.

Look further into the product chain. Where is the product sourced and manufactured?

Do not be afraid to ask your local merchants these questions. If your local store is buying the product from halfway across the world, are you really buying local? Not yet. You are simply shopping local.

Select materials and furnishings for your home not because they are popular or signify status, but because they make sense for you. The items within your home reflect the person who resides in it.

Let’s shed the old definition of the consummate consumer (keeping up), instead let’s ask more questions and gain access to product data, only then can we make informed choices.

Together, we are redefining who the new American consumer is when we wield our power knowledgeably. We will all benefit from understanding what we are purchasing.

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Living in Flow UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL.

BY DEBORAH OLIVE.

He carefully tied his shoelaces, stretched his calves and downed 32 ounces of his favorite energy drink. It was moments before the start of the 2014 Boston Marathon, and he expected to beat his qualifying time.

was tired. When Bill ran, he experienced what positive psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi calls “flow.” Others call it “being in the zone.” This is the runner’s high, and it brought him to the Boston Marathon.

Only five years ago, his doctor told him, “Bill, you have lung disease, and unless you stop smoking, you’ll never heal.” Those words changed his life. He’d tried to quit smoking before, and he expected giving up nicotine to be hard, but he was motivated. However, he didn’t anticipate the challenge of having more time on his hands. To fill the hours, he took up running — well, more like a walk/run. Bill built up his stamina, but he didn’t actually run more than a mile before he slowed to a walk. One day Bill’s neighbor asked him, “How far do you run?”

This state of flow unleashes human potential not only for athletes, but also for artists, writers, parents and people immersed in their work.

The list is long. Csikszentmihalyi writes, “You experience the mental state of flow when you’re completely involved in an activity for its own sake. The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz. Your whole being is involved, and you’re using your skills to the utmost.”

“After all those years of smoking, I run about a mile. Then I walk.”

“You know the runner’s high everyone talks about? You’ll never experience it unless you keep running after you’re tired. When you hit that mile mark, kick it up a notch,” said Bill’s neighbor.

Keep It Up You know the runner’s high everyone talks about? You’ll never experience it unless you keep running after you’re tired.

It seemed crazy but that day Bill kept running, and he found his second wind. He was pleased with himself. Soon he discovered that by focusing his attention on the movements of his body, the power of his muscles, the force of air in his lungs and the feel of the street beneath his feet, time seemed to fall away. He barely noticed when he

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This highly desired state is elusive. Ten components are likely to be present, but two seem to be essential: happiness now and an inspiring vision of the future. Three other states of mind are more common: Negative Spiral. Not happy and no vision of where you want to be, the tendency is to focus on what’s not working. Life is hard.

Current reality trap. Happy now, but with no vision of the future, in time, life will shift to boring mediocrity with unmet spiritual needs: the need to contribute and the need to grow.

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BY SARAH FRIESEN. The best small town in the west. The most beautiful small town in America.

From National Geographic to USA Today and Rand McNally, Sandpoint has been all over the news in recent years as not only a great place for young families, but a wonderful place to retire as well.

In our own backyard there are a multitude of residential communities for those 55 and older, and understanding their different advantages can be challenging. If you or a loved one are considering a move to a senior living community, the following descriptions will help you find the most appealing and beneficial type for your own lifestyle.

A Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) combines residential accommodations with a continuum of health care services designed to meet all your medical needs, without having to move to another community in the future. CCRC’s must provide a minimum of two types of service: fully independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing or hospice; some offer all of these options.

CCRC residents are charged a “buy-in” or “entrance fee,” which generally ranges from $150,000 to $1,000,000, in addition to continuous monthly payments. Within any CCRC there are three contract types (A, B & C) that reflect whether medical and health care costs are fully covered, partially covered or paid for as needed.

Assisted Living is a residential community that provides housekeeping, social activities and assistance with eating, walking, hygiene, dressing and occasional transportation.

Constant nursing care is not provided, but many have Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) on staff. Assisted living prices start

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at approximately $3,000 per month and will increase based on the care required.

Alzheimer’s and dementia care is often provided in a designated area of the community that is specially designed to be safe and secure for those with memory loss.

Skilled Nursing Facilities (nursing homes) provide 24-hour medical care by licensed nurses for both short-term and long-term residents. Specialized Memory Care (for Alzheimer’s and dementia) may be available as well. Prices range from approximately $7,000 to $13,500 per month depending on the level of medical care.

In-Home Care. Some individuals prefer to stay in their own home as long as possible.

In-home care organizations provide nonmedical assistance with housekeeping, food preparation, dressing and bathing. In-home health care organizations provide medical assistance through nurses, occupational and physical therapists. These services are priced at approximately $25 to $35 per hour.

Adult Family Homes provide 24-hour care for two to six adults in a residential setting. In addition to essential services such as meals and laundry, the staff will create customized care plans for residents that may include stroke, dementia, Alzheimer’s, memory care, diabetic management, medication administration, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy or hospice care. Prices are usually from about $3,000 to $8,000 per month depending on care levels.

There are so many choices throughout North Idaho, and it is wise to spend plenty of time researching which options are best for you or your loved one.

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Another school year is drawing to a close. If you have young children, you might be planning for their summer activities. But you also might want to look even farther into the future — to the day when your kids say “goodbye” to their local schools and “hello” to their college dormitories.

When that day arrives, will you be financially prepared to pay for the high costs of higher education?

Consider this: For the 2013–2014 academic year, the average cost (tuition, fees, room and board) was $18,391 for an in-state student at a four-year public college or university, and $40,917 for a private school, according to the College Board. And these costs may well be considerably higher by the time your children enter college.

Your 529 plan earnings accumulate tax free, provided they are used for qualified higher education expenses.

Of course, these are just the “sticker” prices; some families pay less, thanks to grants and tax benefits, such as the American Opportunity Tax Credit and the Lifetime Learning Tax Credit. Still, you may encounter some hefty college bills down the road.

But college is still a good investment in your child’s future. Over an adult’s working life, an individual with a bachelor’s degree can expect to earn, on average, nearly $1 million more than someone with only a high school diploma, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. So you’re saving for a good cause.

Unfortunately, you may not be saving enough — or you might not be making the most of your savings. To save for college, more parents use a general savings account than any other method, according to Sallie Mae’s How America Saves for College 2014 study.

These types of accounts carry two significant drawbacks: They typically earn tiny returns, and they offer no tax advantages.

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However, you do have some attractive college-funding vehicles available, one of which is a 529 plan. Your 529 plan earnings accumulate tax free, provided they are used for qualified higher education expenses.

(529 plan distributions not used for qualified expenses may be subject to federal and state income tax and a 10% IRS penalty.)

Furthermore, your 529 plan contributions may be deductible from your state taxes. But 529 plans vary, so be sure to check with your tax advisor regarding deductibility.

A 529 plan offers other benefits, too. For one thing, the lifetime contribution limits for 529 plans are quite generous; while these limits vary by state, some plans allow contributions well in excess of $200,000. And a 529 plan is flexible: If your child decides against college or vocational school, you can transfer the unused funds to another family member, tax and penalty free.

While a 529 plan is a popular choice for college savings, it is not the only option available. You also might want to consider a Coverdell Education Savings Account, which, like a 529 plan, can generate tax-free earnings if the money is used for higher education expenses. You can typically only put in a maximum of $2,000 per year to a Coverdell account, but it does offer more flexibility in investment choices than a 529 plan.

Your children may be young today, but before you know it, they’ll be packing their bags for college. So no matter which college savings vehicles you choose, put them to work soon.

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Demystifying Food Allergy KNOW WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN YOUR FURRY FRIEND.

BY DR. DAWN MEHRA, NORTH IDAHO ANIMAL HOSPITAL.

In the Northwest where parasites that cause “mange” are quite rare, itchy skin for a dog or cat is almost always a sign of allergies. Red, hairless patches, rashes and saliva-stained feet are unfortunate markers of real discomfort caused by the immune system “overdrive” in our furry friends.

Of the three types — inhalant, contact and food — the latter is one of the itchiest conditions known to companion animals. The body reacts to proteins, fillers and coloring in the food as if they were foreign invaders requiring attack. The resulting inflammation causes the skin, especially the ears, to erupt resulting in major discomfort and secondary infections.The gastrointestinal tract can also be affected leading to vomiting and abnormal stools.

Most people erroneously assume itching, due to food allergies, is brought on by a recent diet change. In fact, the opposite is true. Food allergies usually start in middle age; it requires time to develop. Most critters have been eating the now “offending” food for years without any trouble.

The biggest clues that an itchy pet has a food allergy are: he or she is free of all parasites including fleas, the condition is not seasonal (signs

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in both summer and winter), and a poor response to steroids is evident.

The top three allergens are beef, dairy and wheat in dogs, while cats are commonly allergic to beef, dairy and fish. Currently there is no foolproof test for food allergy other than a trial diet. There are three types of food trials: hypoallergenic, limited antigen and homemade, each of which revolve around a novel (never before seen) protein and carbohydrate in the formula.

Food trials can be tiresome and full of pitfalls that can prevent a full 8 to 10 week trial without contamination. This can be difficult as many pet owners have multiple pets to feed or have a well intentioned family member who “cheats” feeding the pet under the table. They also question whether the allergy could be a result of their pet’s chewable medication. The list goes on. The best approach is to team up

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with a veterinary professional. He or she can help rule in or out other types of allergies and help troubleshoot the obstacles involved with each pet’s food trial. In the end, a successful food trial ends up being a winwin for everyone, including the itchy and uncomfortable pet.

Allergies The top three allergens are beef, dairy and wheat in dogs.

Food Allergy Myths: * Grain-free is the healthiest food for my dog or cat. As we stated above, dogs can be sensitive to wheat, but corn and soy allergies just aren’t as common as beef, fish and chicken. The healthiest food for an allergic pet is one with either hydrolyzed protein (too small to be recognized by the body) or limited ingredients that he or she has never eaten. * I can just fix the food problem by switching to another diet if it looks like my pet might have food allergy. Sadly, most pet food diets contain contaminants like “animal fat” or some sort of wheat, beef, dairy, lamb, fish or chicken. Simply changing foods will probably lead to some exposure to the same allergens. * If my pet only gets partly better, the food trial didn’t really work. Unfortunately dogs and cats can have several allergies at the same time. For example, an animal can respond initially and then relapse during a change in season because an inhalant allergy to pollen could have kicked in. The only way to determine if a response to food is real is to introduce new food in the mis when in remission. If itching restarts within two weeks, the diagnosis of food allergy is confirmed. * Feeding “sensitive skin” food is considered a food trial. Sometimes a dog or cat with inhalant allergies will respond to a food with special ingredients, like omega-3 fatty acids, which can dampen the immune system. But not in a food allergic animal. They need novel protein and carbohydrates to shut the inflammation off.

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Share the Joy! ATTEND SANDPOINT’S ANNUAL ARTWALK.

BY TERESA PESCE.

Debbie Love, the Executive Director of Pend Oreille Arts Council (POAC), summed it up perfectly when she said, “It’s all about sharing the joy of art.” This heartfelt explanation of POAC’s mission is also the best possible summation of ArtWalk 2015, running June 19 through September 11 in Sandpoint.

In 1978, POAC envisioned and sponsored the first ArtWalk. Eight businesses transformed into mini art galleries displayed the works of nearly 20 artists, and the townspeople enjoyed a leisurely amble among pretty streets, pausing along the way to be astonished by the varied works of local artists who lived unassumingly among them all other days of the year. It was a revelation, and it became a tradition.

Since then, every year POAC offers a highlyanticipated invitation to savor a stroll through

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town, browsing unique art collections on display in local businesses. It’s a boost for both businesses and artists, and an annual pleasure for the ArtWalkers.

This year ArtWalk features 25 business galleries hosting more than 100 artists. At the grand opening on June 19, starting at 5:30pm and continuing until 8pm, all the artists will be present at their individual exhibitions and one can actually meet these humble geniuses; a rare opportunity, as their craft is a solitary experience, not a social one. Scrumptious appetizers and a tempting beverage selection will fortify art-appreciators as they continue their self-directed tour, and foot-tapping music will fill the air here and there as well.

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through September 11 allows even the most time-crunched art enthusiasts to be enriched and inspired, perhaps even impressed or entertained, by the phenomenal creativity of our resident artists.

Don’t look for limits in the works of art. An inspired array of mediums include ceramics, fibers, wood, metal, jewelry and almost infinitely more. Artist Tammy A. Crawford sculpts bas-relief amazements in plaster. Denys Knight hammers unprecedented creations from copper and gems. If the mind can imagine it and hands can form it, you will likely see it in ArtWalk.

And what is art? “That question has led to many discussions,” smiles Love. Rather than sidetracking into the pitfalls of the question, POAC chooses to take a wide and open road, according to Love. The artist’s path is honored.

From acrylics on canvas to however the artist’s vision manifests itself in translating from mind into matter, art becomes almost any medium transformed in any way to create the result of inspiration.

Who can submit art for inclusion in ArtWalk?

All submissions are welcome for review. “The door is wide open,” explains Love. “You never know who is going to walk through it. That’s what is wonderful about it!”

Her enthusiasm is genuine and reflects POAC’s sincerity of mind and openness of heart that allows art to be born, to breathe and to live.

They are also committed to forming and fostering artists. All ages are welcome because one can become a young artist, no matter how old they are. Children are encouraged to express themselves artistically — before they think to self-edit or conform — through the Kaleidoscope Art Program for third through sixth graders. Teens are supported in developing their artistry, and every year local students involved in POAC’s Student Art Exhibit learn what it takes to display their artwork in a real gallery setting.

the Panida Theatre at 302 North First Street in Sandpoint. Runs June 19th through September 11th. Call 208.263.6139 for information or visit artinsandpoint.org.* * Please note: POAC.org is the web site for the Pony of the America’s Club and POAC.com is the web site the Port & Ocean Engineers Under Arctic Conditions. So remember, it’s artinsandpoint.org!

The wisdom of balancing freedom of expression with the practicalities of technique and presentation is a key to POAC’s continuing success in sponsoring the arts in Sandpoint.

ArtWalk is a community commitment to the soul of Sandpoint. “It’s so moving to see the streets flooded with people supporting the arts during ArtWalk,” said Love, “enjoying the art, meeting the artists, and sometimes discovering the joy of possessing a piece of art.”

Mark it on your calendar now. Join the joy!

ArtWalk 2015 brochures (with a street map of all gallery locations) will be available starting June 15 at the POAC offices located next door to

From acrylics on canvas to however the artist’s vision manifests itself in translating from mind into matter, art becomes almost any medium transformed in any way to create the result of inspiration.

BOTTOM RIGHT This bas-relief by artist Tammy Crawford is one of the many pieces of art you will see on Sandpoint’s ArtWalk.

TOP RIGHT Debbie Love proudly serves as the Executive Director for Pend Oreille Arts Council. Photo by Kaori Parkinson.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

SUMMER’S HERE Discover all that the Alpine Shop has to offer. By Patty Hutchens. Photos by Melody Vanhorn.

For nearly 50 years the Alpine Shop, owned by Brent and Nicole Eacret, has prided itself on great service and products; there are also a lot of changes that have taken place recently inside the walls on Church Street.

“We expanded our inventory and brought in a lot more items that relate to water sports and boating,” said Brent, who adds that the popularity of surfing and stand-up paddleboards has grown significantly.

Brent and Nicole, along with their two children, take full advantage of the recreational opportunities available on beautiful Lake Pend Oreille. It is that knowledge of the industry and the ability to put to use the products they carry that keeps them on the cutting edge of the most desired products.

“We try to fill our store with product you cannot find anywhere else,” said Brent. Some of those products include popular names such as Inland Surfer, Liquid Force and Shred Stixx.

“We spend most summer evenings on the water and try to look at our inventory as an extension of ourselves and carry the products that we would want to use. It’s very important to us that everybody working at the Alpine Shop uses the

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products and has firsthand knowledge about them.”

The proximity of their store to the water makes it easy for those who are out on the lake to park at the marina and make their way into town to find what they need, whether it is an additional life jacket or some boat lines, it’s just a short walk away. The Alpine Shop also offers a fully stocked showroom for marine parts and accessories.

Their ability to expand is in part due to the fact that the Alpine Shop has now partnered with Big Lake Recreation for all their clients’ boat storage and service needs.

“Logistically, we outgrew our storage facilities,” said Brent. So it made perfect sense to him that he refers his clients in need of boat service and storage to Todd McKay, owner of Big Lake Recreation. “It’s a better way to serve our customers and do it well,” said Brent of each businesses focusing on their specific purpose.

While the Alpine Shop has shifted away from the business of boat storage and service, their clients can be assured that the continuity of service has been a very smooth transition. In fact, Tim Farming, who was the lead marine technician at the Alpine Shop, has moved over

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to Big Lake Recreation to work with McKay. Brent and Nicole are going into their fourth summer since purchasing the Alpine Shop, and they both say the experience has been a great one. A perfect fit for the family that loves to recreate outdoors whether it is minus 40 degrees or 100 degrees, they are grateful for the support the community has given them.

Nicole does all of the purchasing of the clothing and accessories while Brent purchases the hard goods. In addition to their store on Church Street downtown, they also have a store at Schweitzer Mountain Resort. While that store is open daily during ski season, it will be open this summer as well during festivals at the mountain.

“We strive to take care of our customers’ recreational needs all year round,” said Brent, adding that if you have not been in the Alpine Shop in awhile, you will be surprised at all they have to offer. “We work to be a one-stop-shop.”

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YOUR PARTNER IN RECREATION Big Lake Recreation provides all your boating storage and service needs.

By Patty Hutchens. Photos by Melody Vanhorn.

If Todd McKay, co-owner of Big Lake Recreation, can use one word to describe his business philosophy, it is service.

Since opening in 2008, Big Lake Recreation has created a reputation for providing superior customer service when it comes to servicing and storing boats and RVs. And like any good business, the result has been satisfied customers who have helped grow his business. “We have grown exponentially,” said McKay. But that growth has also been moved along recently since Big Lake Recreation partnered with Sandpoint’s Alpine Shop. “Brent (Eacret who, along with his wife Nicole, owns the Alpine Shop) and I had known each other professionally since he bought his business,” explained McKay. “So when he decided to step out of the storage and service business and focus on retail, it made total sense to partner with him.”

In anticipation of future growth, Big Lake Recreation is constructing five new buildings.

So when they took over the 150 plus boats that the Alpine Shop had serviced, they were already ramping up to service and store the watercraft. McKay, along with his partner Chris, their head technician Tim and the rest of their staff do as much as they can in-house for their customers. They are also on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. “If someone is

stranded in the middle of the lake, we always make sure we have a boat available to go out and assist them,” said McKay, who pointed out that it is not easy for boaters to always locate friends or family to assist them.

Recreating on the water is something that many people enjoy, but some shy away from boat ownership due to the mechanical aspect of maintaining a boat. But that is where Big Lake Recreation can be a huge asset. “We were the first to pioneer full service, annual, allinclusive services,” said McKay. “We service the boats every year without fail. We keep track of the service records for our clients so they don’t have to.”

They also take on tasks like launching and retrieving boats in and out of the water each season. McKay shares that as Sandpoint has gained popularity as a retirement community, there are many older people who love to boat but may not have the strength to get the boats in and out of the lake. “It’s a great feeling seeing our seasoned and handicapped clients stay in the boating game,” said McKay. By providing all the service and storage needs a boat owner could possibly need, more and more people who would not otherwise take on boat ownership are now taking full advantage of the wonderful opportunities our lake offers.

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Both McKay and Eacret agree that their new partnership will benefit their mutual clients in a positive manner. While Eacret can now focus solely on the retail aspect of watersports, and of course a full ski shop downtown and up on the mountain, McKay and his staff at Big Lake Recreation are able to provide superior customer service and storage. Perhaps what makes it such a great partnership is that both men place a great emphasis on personalized customer service, and that, said McKay, means building relationships and getting to really know your customers. “It’s all about integrity, character, honesty and providing value to our customers,” said McKay. Big Lake Recreation, with their new expansion already underway, will provide storage for approximately 400 boats on-site with a goal of reaching 500.“I still want to maintain the hometown feel of our business, where we know our clients on a first name basis,” said McKay.

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Article and photos by Patty Hutchens.

There is perhaps no other time during the year when the Sandpoint community comes together like it does on the Fourth of July. With parades, music and fireworks, the downtown area is filled with residents and visitors of all ages enjoying the festivities. And with the holiday falling on a Saturday this year, there is sure to be even more people taking advantage of all our community has to offer.

The Fourth of July holiday begins with the children’s parade at 9am. It’s a favorite of many as the children have a chance to display their patriotism; some decorating their bikes in red, white and blue, and others climbing aboard their scooters to wheel their way through the downtown streets. However they choose to participate, it is a great way to get the youth in our community involved and teach them as much as possible about the importance of this celebration.

Following the children’s parade is the grand parade, which will commence at 10am. It will feature floats of all kinds from various community organizations, businesses and individuals eager to take part in this Sandpoint tradition. The route begins at the corner of 5th Avenue and Church Street. Participants will proceed down Church Street, circle through the downtown area and end at the starting point. Get your chairs lined up and enjoy this wonderful display of creativity.

Following the parade is a chance to browse through our downtown and take full advantage of our beautiful City Beach. Here you will find entertainment, swimming and a chance to relax in the sunshine. If you want to take a break and meander through the downtown streets, you can grab an ice cream cone and head to the corner of First and Cedar where you can enjoy the sounds of the Selkirk Society Band from 4pm to 6pm on the Park Place Stage, near the corner of First and Cedar.

At dusk, you can spread your blanket at the beach, sit back and be treated to a beautiful fireworks display put on by our own Sandpoint Lions Club.

Through it all, it is important to remember that this patriotic holiday that commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, is much more than picnics, parades and fireworks; it is a chance to reflect on our blessings as individuals and as a country. God bless the USA!

ABOVE Many local businesses enjoy taking part in the annual Fourth of July parade.

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BOTTOM Sandpoint High School football players show off their patriotism and the car they recently raffled off as part of their annual fundraiser.

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However they choose to participate, it is a great way to get the youth in our community involved.

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BY JANI GONZALEZ. The Memorial Community Center is housed in Hope just east of Sandpoint, but it serves a huge area. The center’s annual “Bodacious BBQ,” taking place in July, is their biggest fundraiser that supports the center’s activities through the year.

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The center is the heart of the town and the region. It’s where people come to hear their local leaders speak and to vote. They host farmers markets each summer and also a community tailgate sale where individuals and several nonprofits sell their wares.

“The center is where everyone meets in the community. It’s the only community center and preschool outside of Sandpoint,” said Gayla Hatfield, President of the Memorial Community Center.

It’s where groups such as AA meet, yoga classes happen, and where seniors can take an exercise class. They have many art classes as well.

“For a lot of our kids, this is the only socialization they get,” she said since many students live remotely. Some children receive grants to attend the preschool, or tuition may be paid by someone in the community.

The area has many needs because it is a rural community that survives on a seasonal economy. Most businesses service retirees who visit during the summer. Once summer ends, those businesses close.

Hatfield estimated that between 8,000 to 9,000 individuals use the center, but when she takes into consideration how large of an area their clients come from – Pack River Flats to the Montana border – that number can be as high as 25,000.

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The Bodacious BBQ, held this year at the Historic Lighthouse in July, is the center’s biggest fundraiser.

“The event alone raises between one-half to one-third of their operating budget for the year,” Hatfield said.

This is their 32nd year hosting the BBQ, which began as a way to expand and serve more people. The center was created to honor a group of young people who died in a boating accident back in 1982.

“When people come to the BBQ, one of our biggest outlets is that Christmas event,” Hatfield said.

That Christmas event assists families with holiday meals and a food drive. Volunteers buy children a toy and an outfit and assist them in selecting gifts for their parents from previously purchased items. Last year, 25 families applied for the holiday event, but the center has served as many as 75 in the past.

Get ready for a Hawaiian luau at this year’s Bodacious BBQ. There will be a silent auction and raffle and Hawaiian pulled pork and beef for dinner. Hatfield hopes that this year 250 people will attend.

“We’ll have a DJ so people can dance by the lake. It’s just beautiful,” she said. “If people are partying, we won’t shut the music off.”

The Bodacious BBQ starts at 5pm on July 18th at the Historic Lighthouse on Highway 200.

Tickets are $45 and can be purchased online at memorialcommunitycenter.org or by calling 208.264.5481.

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Christian Crossingham Sandpoint High School For senior Christian Crossingham, being the captain of this year’s lacrosse team is an honor and an accomplishment of which he is extremely proud. He described this year as a growing season, due in large part to the fact many former players graduated last year. But as a senior and team captain, Christian stepped up and led the young team doing his part to make the season as successful as possible.

“Even through all of those challenges, I have persevered because I love the sport,” said Christian who plans to play lacrosse in college as well.

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When asked what he loves most about lacrosse, his answer was face-offs. “There is no better feeling in the world for me than beating someone on the ‘x,’” said Christian, who adds that he has also learned important life lessons from his participation in sports.

“If you want to be successful, you have to push yourself to be better, work outside of practice, set goals and work until you reach those goals and never stop learning. That is a life lesson I have certainly embraced,” said Christian.

Morgan Bluemer Sandpoint High School Never let a teammate stand alone. This is a lesson that senior Morgan Bluemer learned from her former basketball coach, Bill Bender, and one that has stayed with her.

“This is an important aspect of playing on a team because we win together and we lose together. It really defines what teamwork is all about,” said Morgan.

Bulldog Coach’s Award my junior year,” said Morgan.

An honor roll student during all of high school, Morgan said she plans to keep academics a priority as she continues her education at Skagit Community College in Mount Vernon, WA where she will play softball next year.

Her career plans include combining her love for the Spanish language with her desire to help people. “I want to become a bilingual probation officer and live where the majority of the population speaks Spanish,” said Morgan. “Being a juvenile probation officer will allow me to help young adults get back on track and realize their full potential.”

Coach Bender’s advice has served her well.

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DID YOU KNOW? In the event of a disaster, International Medical Corps (IMC) deploys its emergency response teams quickly, saving many lives even in the most remote and challenging locations. Here is just a sample of the rapid responses they have had in recent years: • The Philippines Typhoon – IMC was on the ground in 24 hours.

• Indonesia Tsunami – IMC was on the ground in 24 hours.

• Japan Earthquake and Tsunami – IMC was on the ground in 48 hours.

Since it first formed 31 years ago, IMC has assisted people in over 70 countries and has helped tens of millions of people.

The emergency relief and training provided by IMC over the years is valued at $2 billion.

IMC has a staff of over 7,800 people throughout the world.

“As an adventure seeker by nature, I’ve sought out expeditions and world travel for decades. My most memorable travel experiences include safariing in Tanzania, scuba diving off the coast of Zanzibar and summiting Mount Aconcagua in Argentina. Nothing cultivates the spirit of freedom more than leaving your comforts behind and discovering a new, beautiful place.” - Remi Drozd Destiny. Fate. Coincidence. Call it what you may, but I believe our experiences define who we are and shape the path that leads us to where we ultimately belong. For my brother, Remi Drozd, this couldn’t be more accurate.

He has a quote from Alan Kay, an acclimated computer scientist, highlighted in his blog which sums up this thought, “The best way to predict the future is to invent it.”

What brought my brother to the heart of a world disaster, miles from the epicenter of a 7.8 magnitude Earthquake? It was the love for travel and adventure that delivered him there, and what he experienced was far more of an undertaking than he could possibly imagine. When the news first broke of the catastrophe, I was in shock like everyone else.

We did not hear from Remi for 24 hours – an eternity. During that time it was difficult not to fear the worst, but deep down I knew he was meant to be there and that his passion would soon serve the people of Nepal well.

I remember when we were younger, Remi would talk about his goal to someday be a doctor at the base camp of Mount Everest, and although it sounded intriguing, it put a pit of anxiety in my stomach. I never thought that fear would become such a reality.

Remi has always explored his dichotomous type A/B personality. He knew he wanted to be a doctor at a young age, but he would not let that goal hinder his passion for adventure and love for the arts. He has

Ninety-six percent of IMC’s field staff and health professionals are recruited locally.

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always been a dreamer, but unlike your stereotypical artist, Remi had the dedication to follow up on his wild ambitions. His love of art shines through his photography as he takes us on his experiences. His photos tell a story autonomously. Remi had this vision of who he wanted to be and could get there, while at the same time pursuing his hobbies and telling the story to the world through his lens.

Remi began his medical training specializing in emergency medicine a – natural choice for his lifestyle of diverse interests. Before his mission abroad, Remi wrote in his blog, “Wilderness medicine has allowed me to take my practice to a new level – outside of the hospital.” And now he’s taken the medical training to an entirely new level with the experience of countless onsite rescues in Nepal.

I have always known Remi to hunt for the next experience, so it was no surprise when he announced his plans to put his life as an emergency room doctor in Massachusetts on hold and to travel to Nepal. He casually mentioned this volunteer mission while we were in the car on the way to your atypical Thanksgiving of camping, canyoneering and hiking in Zion National Park. I joked with my sister-in-law that this was now inevitable; he was going. Once Remi put his mind into a dream, it quickly manifested into an obsession, and he quickly put it into action.

Three months after that seed was planted, Doctor Remi Drozd was en-route to Nepal to

the small town of Manang to volunteer as a doctor. On February 28, my brother embarked on the expedition of his dreams, satisfying his passion as a photographer, traveler and intellect as a doctor.

His travels there alone would appear extreme to the average person, but to Remi, it was only a path to his real experience. A 12-hour flight, eight-hour bus ride on bumpy dirt roads followed by a seven-day hike delivered him to the 6,500-person village of Manang.

At an altitude of 11,545 feet, it is situated on the broad valley of the Marshyangdi River to the north of the Annapurna mountain range.

There are no roads, only trails where most heavy goods are transported on mule trains or carried by porters. The town is a frequent stop for travelers trekking the Annapurna who rest in Manang to acclimatize to the high altitude.

And thus, this was the chosen location for an imperative lifesaving clinic as well as the destination of Remi’s Nepal endeavor.

Only a few doctors work at the clinic on a volunteer basis through an organization called the Himalayan Rescue Association (www. himalayanrescue.org). It takes a few days to hike there from most neighboring towns, and it is one of the few locations the Nepali locals and out of town trekkers can seek out Western medicine.

The way this town was described to me felt as though it was straight out of a novel. According to Remi, the town is filled with the friendliest

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people. He said it is surrounded by snowcapped mountains, has a flowing river and a sky so full of stars it appears milky. The sense of community is strong, and Remi quickly became closely acquainted with the shop owners and residents of Manang. He taught a class each morning on topics of high-altitude sicknesses and survival techniques. He was then open to see patients where he treated a spectrum of people from local youths who had split their heads on bike rides, to seriously endangered trekkers suffering from various ailments.

On Remi’s first day on the job, he jumped right into action and treated a traveler with high altitude pulmonary edema. Remi described his experience at this Himalayan clinic as the most rewarding experience of his career in medicine.

He said the experience in Manang has been so gratifying because of the people’s appreciation for basic care. Some of the patients would travel

“I have experienced some of the most devastating and heartbreaking events of my life. It’s hard to believe how cruel nature can be.”

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“Pursuing these endeavors has afforded me the opportunity to make the most positive impact on the world and my happiness.” days to get the care from a Western doctor and sometimes arrive in critical condition. I think I may have to remind myself of this the next time I’m feeling an itch of impatience sitting in a doctor’s waiting room.

Remi has many stories of meeting his patients earlier in his journey in the country, either as a travel companion or in one of his lectures, only to later find them at his clinic door in dire need of rescue. Remi and the team of doctors at the clinic were on call 24 hours a day seven days a week, but providing the daily care gave them the deepest satisfaction and was worth all the effort.

Before the recent tragedy of the recordbreaking earthquake, Nepal was most thought of for those beautifully dangerous peaks of Mount Everest. It is the iconic image that most people recognize as the highest peak on

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Earth, towering at 29,033 feet and growing each year from the collision of tectonic plates from which the mountain was formed.

The April 25 earthquake that hit Nepal killed more than 8,000 people and injured more than 19,000. It was the worst natural disaster to strike Nepal since the 1934 Nepal–Bihar earthquake.

The recent earthquake triggered an avalanche on Mount Everest, killing at least 19 people, making it the deadliest day on the mountain in history. In Remi’s words, “I have experienced some of the most devastating and heartbreaking events of my life. It’s hard to believe how cruel nature can be.”

Hundreds of thousands of people were made

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including some at the Kathmandu Durbar Square, the Patan Durbar Square and the Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Geophysicists and other experts had warned for decades that Nepal was vulnerable to a deadly earthquake, particularly because of its geology, urbanization and architecture (Wikipedia).

Days after the earthquake, the organization Remi supports reached out to the International Medical Corp (IMC) to see if they needed help from a few acclimatized doctors. Remi explains, “The IMC has an affiliation with doctors from Massachusetts General Hospital and Stanford, but the combination of our location (already in Nepal) and our training was just the right combination for them to let us join the team.

The IMC is the largest American-based emergency response service. In this situation, they were not working off direct American government aid but from aid which civilians (had) donated – people all over the world.”

After Remi’s safety was confirmed and I knew he was working with an established organization, I could not help to think how in

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a way this was a serendipitous coincidence. It was opportune that an emergency room doctor with a wilderness medicine degree arrived on a volunteer mission in Nepal a month before the tragic earthquake that devastated the country.

To say I am proud of my brother would be a massive understatement. In the heart of this disaster, I am glad to know Remi followed his passion, survived the earthquakes and is now putting his talents to use in a time these people need it most.

The greatest reward may still be his own as he notes the deep satisfaction that comes from serving others. “Pursuing these endeavors has afforded me the opportunity to make the most positive impact on the world and my happiness.”

The IMC remains in Nepal providing aid to those whose devastation has just begun.

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Nashville recording and Sandpoint born artist Troy Bullock will take the stage at the Panida Theater with his high-energy, nationally toured country music show. Come enjoy a night on the town with friends as this critically acclaimed, billboard charted country music artist performs top 40 country and songs from his upcoming record “Paydirt,” including Billboard single “Country Go Round.” Ticket purchase enters you into an end-of-the-night drawing for a two person, four night stay in SUNNY LAS VEGAS! Don’t miss your chance to see this incredible show!

SHOWS/MUSIC/ARTS June 5 through June 28 - The Sound of Music. Relive many of musical theater’s catchiest songs, such as “The Sound of Music”, “My Favorite Things” and “Edelweiss” as you enjoy this beloved musical classic at the Lake City Playhouse. Based on the story of the Von Trapp family singers, this timeless classic reminds us to embrace the unexpected. Visit www.lakecityplayhouse.org for more information.

June 6 - Patrice Webb and Doug Bond. Patrice Webb and Doug Bond will perform as part of the Summer Sounds concert series from 4 to 6pm at the Park Place Stage on the corner of First and Cedar by Arlo’s. Visit DowntownSandpoint.com for more information.

June 12, 14 - Local Composer Forum Concert. The Pend Oreille Chorale and Orchestra presents the Local Composer Forum Concert at First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive, on Friday evening at 7pm and Sunday afternoon at 3pm. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend. Please contact Kathleen at 208.263.1099 for more information.

June 12 - Kevin Cole. Join the Kroc Center for a special Kevin Cole concert featuring songs from George Gershwin,

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The time has come for Sandpoint’s annual Summer Sampler! Come down to Farmin Park on June 25 and visit with your friends as you enjoy some of Sandpoint’s prime cuisine and beverages.

Sponsored by the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce, Sandpoint’s Summer Sampler is in its 10th year and features many of the area’s favorite restaurants, breweries and wineries as they come together to serve up samples of their most delectable culinary dishes, wines and brews for the public to savor.

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“It’s the biggest block party in town,” said Kate McAlister, the President and CEO of the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce.

This year’s event will run from 5:30 to 8pm with sample prices ranging from $1 to $7. For more information visit www. sandpointchamber.org/summersampler or contact the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce at info@sandpointchamber.com.

While enjoying your samples, be sure to check out the cooking competition.

Litehouse Foods sponsors this battle of the chefs as local culinary artists fight for the title of “Best of ” with their use of skill, spices and talent in their efforts to “outplate” their opponents.

McAlister is appreciative of Sandpoint Police Chief Corey Coon and the Sandpoint Police Department who cordon off the park so that attendees can take their adult beverages from the beer garden and across to the chef competition; something that they were not allowed to do until the past couple of years.

This way everyone can get in on the fun. “It’s great entertainment,” said McAlister

“Litehouse is so great to always sponsor this event,” said McAlister of the chef competition. Some of the restaurants participating include Trinity at City Beach, Jalapenos, Joe’s Philly Steak, Eichardts,

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June 19 - ArtWalk Browse local venues and view art during opening receptions at several downtown locations.

This 38th annual event is sponsored by Pend Oreille Arts Council and exhibits will remain on display through September 11. Visit ArtinSandpoint.org for more information.

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Marvin Hamlisch and other great American songwriters. He will also be sharing personal stories about these great artists. Concert is co-produced

by Laura Little Theatrical Productions Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. Concert benefits Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. Purchase tickets online at cdasummertheatre. com or call 208.660.2958.

Eichardt’s Pub Join us for Blues Jam every Monday with host Truck Mills. The Charley Packard Band plays every Wednesday.

Text “livemusic” to 35819 to sign up for pub updates.

June 12-28 - Reasons to be Happy. Join the Modern Theater, 174 South Howard Street in Spokane, for the sequel to Reasons to be Pretty! Reasons to be Happy is a funny, surprising and poignant new play about the choices and sacrifices they are willing to make in the pursuit of that often elusive ideal: happiness. For more information visit www.themoderntheater.org.

Forty-One South Live music in the lounge on Thursdays and live music in the dining room on Saturdays.

Trinity at City Beach Spend Tuesdays with Ray from 5pm to 8pm. Come down to Trinity at City Beach every Tuesday at 5pm to enjoy wonderful food and live music. It’s a great night to go out with the family.

Also join us Fridays for the sounds of Bruce Bishop. For more information and updates on events visit us on Facebook at facebook.com/trinityatcitybeach.

June 12 - Hilary Scott Concert. Di Luna’s Cafe hosts a concert with indie-Americana singer-songwriter Hilary Scott beginning at 7:30pm with pre-show dinner at 5:50pm. Hilary Scott writes songs that hit where it hurts so good, the hearts and minds of a steadily growing and extremely loyal fanbase. Learn more about her at HilaryScott.com or visit www.dilunas.com for more information.

Pend d’Oreille Winery 6/05 - GRE3N 6/06 - The Wagoner Band 6/08 - Scars on 45 6/11 - Gleewood 6/12 - Kent Ueland 6/13 - Mike & Shanna 6/18 - Zack Pohl 6/19 - One Street Over 6/20 - Spumoni Blues 6/26 - The Flying Mammals 6/27 - The Wagoner Band

June 13 - Touch of Jazz. Touch of Jazz is part of the Summer Sounds concert series and will play from 4 to 6pm at the Park Place Stage on the corner of First and Cedar by Arlo’s. Visit DowntownSandpoint.com for more information.

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June 13 - Monarch Mountain Band. The Pearl Theater, 7160 Ash St. in Bonners Ferry, hosts a the Monarch Mountain Band at 7:30pm for an outstanding performance featuring their high stepping, toe-tapping progressive music that is great entertainment for the whole family. Visit www.thepearltheater.org for more information.

June 18-21 - First Date. First Date is a lighthearted musical comedy that chronicles a blind date between Aaron and serial blind-dater Casey. As this funny show sings on, the ensemble cast comes to life as various characters from Aaron and Casey’s past and possible future! The show is perfect for a date, a girls’ night out or if you’re looking for a night at the theater packed

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June 7 - Bay Trail Fun Run

Help protect a treasured waterfront trail during the Bay Trail Fun Run, starting at 9am at Trinity at City Beach, as you celebrate National Trails Day. Participants may choose from a 5K or 10K run or walk and awards will be given for top finishers in each age group, along with T-shirts and giveaways for all. Proceeds support efforts to extend and protect a public shoreline trail on Lake Pend Oreille. Call 208.265.9565 for more information. with more laughs than you can count. Presented by the CDA Summer Theatre, the show will take place at the Coeur d’Alene Eagles Lodge, 209 E. Sherman Avenue. Visit www.cdasummertheatre.com for more information.

June 20 - Swing Street Combo. Swing Street Combo is part of the Summer Sounds concert series and will play from 4 to 6pm at the Park Place Stage on the corner of First and Cedar by Arlo’s. Visit DowntownSandpoint.com for more information.

June 27 - Peter Lucht. Peter Lucht will perform as part of the Summer Sounds concert series from 4 to 6pm at the Park Place Stage on the corner of First and Cedar by Arlo’s.

Visit DowntownSandpoint.com for more information.

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Now through October - Sandpoint Farmers Market. Come down to Farmin Park every Saturday from 9am to 1pm and on Wednesdays from 3 to 5:30pm to enjoy this openair market of fresh produce, garden starts, handcrafts, flowers, food and music runs. SandpointFarmersMarket. com.

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Now through September - Spokane Indians. Summer is the perfect time to soak up the sun as you take in a baseball game with the Spokane Indians! Come down to Avista Stadium as you take part in a favorite American pastime. Visit www.spokaneindiansbaseball.com for schedule information.

June 4 - John Roskelley: Paddling the Columbia.

Lake Pend Oreille Waterkeepers and MickDuff’s host a presentation with John Roskelley at 6:30pm in the MickDuff’s Beer Hall. After paddling all 1,200 miles of the Columbia River from source to sea, Roskelley published Paddling the Columbia, an informative guidebook that opens up the fascinating world of the mighty Columbia.

Roskelley will share stories from his excursions, plus provide a slide show and presentation. Visit LPOW.org for more information.

June 4 - Past, Present & Future of the Hospital. The Sandpoint Friends of the Library hosts Bonner General Health for a discussion of the community anchor’s exciting developments and rich history. Noon to 1pm at the East Bonner County Library Sandpoint branch.

June 6 - The Farm Chicks Show. The happiest show on earth, held once a year at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, features 75,000 square feet of carefully and creatively curated vintage, antiques and crafted goods.

Show runs Saturday from 9am to 6pm and Sunday from 9am to 4pm. Visit www.thefarmchicks.com for more information.

June 6 - Borders 3 Jamboree Car Show. Come into downtown Bonners Ferry to take a peek at these amazing classic cars as the owners show off their hard work.

Visit www.idahorodbenders.com/index.htm for more information.

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June 20 - CHAFE 150. The CHAFE 150 begins at City Beach Park in Sandpoint, travels north to Bonners Ferry, east to Troy Montana, south along the Bull River Valley and then back to Sandpoint City Beach Park via Clark Fork and along the shores of Lake Pend Oreille. This year’s proceeds will benefit the Lake Pend Oreille School District to meet the needs of students on the autism spectrum.

Register online at: http://chafe150.org/theevent/registration/. To make a pledge donation, log onto http://chafe150.org/donate/.

June 6 - Friends of the Library Book Sale. The Sandpoint Friends of the Library holds the monthly book and media sale at the East Bonner County Library Sandpoint Branch 1407 Cedar St. from 10am to 2pm.

June 6 - Arbor Day. Enjoy a Sandpoint Arbor Day celebration with the Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society Arboretum and Bonner County Historical Society at Lakeview Park from 9am to 1pm. The event includes an Arbor Day ceremony, native plants sale, bake sale, and tours of the Arboretum. Visit NativePlantSociety.org for more information.

June 12 - Take a Seat at the Table. Columbia Bank hosts Take a Seat at the Table from 6 to 10pm Choose your favorite redesigned chair and visit with the artist who created it as you enjoy a fine dinner catered by Tango Cafe. Chairs will be auctioned off by JoJo Baker at the end of the night along with a silent auction of unique and useful items. Proceeds benefit Conduit of Care,

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June 13 - Team Laughing Dog Send-Off Party

Enjoy beers by Laughing Dog Brewing, a barbecue by Trinity at City Beach, a silent auction, plus there will be raffle tickets for a custom 219 cruiser bike and a 2015/16 season ski pass to Schweitzer Mountain, games and fun as Laughing Dog Brewing hosts a Team Laughing Dog Send-Off Party from 11am to 6pm. Come out, enjoy some great beer, food and music, meet the 2015 Team Laughing Dog members and send them off on their quest to compete in the June 2015 bicycle Race Across America to raise awareness and funds for 24-Hours for Hank and cystinosis.

providing hope and comfort to people recovering from mental health crisis. For more details visit Take-a-Seat.

Eventbrite.com or by mail: NAMI Far North, P.O. Box 2415, Sandpoint, ID 83864.

June 13 - Kootenai River Run. There are two runs to choose from: a 5K (3.1 miles) or 10K (6.2 miles). Both runs begin at 9am at the Boundary County Fairgrounds. For a registration form, visit the Kootenai River Run website at www.kootenairiverrun.com.

June 13 - Sand Creek Paddlers Challenge. Sandpoint Parks and Recreation presents this seventh annual race that takes place on Sand Creek. Competitors will race down and back on either their canoe or kayak as spectators cheer them on. Call 208.236.3613 for more information.

June 13 - Bonner Mall Farmers Market. A Farmers Market in Ponderay! The Bonner Mall is sponsoring a first time Farmers Market from 9am to 1pm in the Bonner Mall parking lot next to Horizon Credit Union. Find veggie plants, flowers, handmade soaps, teas, lotions and original hand crafted yard art. Contact the mall office at 208.263.4272 or bettemall@frontier.com for more information.

June 13 - Behold Our Awesome God. Author Robin Ulbrecht hosts an author discussion of her Bible study guide book and her experiences becoming an author at the East Bonner County Library Sandpoint branch at 11am. Light refreshments will be provided.

June 20 - War Bonds: Stories From The Greatest Generation. Author Discussion with Cindy Hval at the East Bonner County Library Sandpoint Branch at 1pm.

June 25 - Ironman Meet and Greet. Join professional IRONMAN® triathletes Andy Potts, Trevor Wurtele and Heather Wurtele at the Kroc Center! Get up close and personal and hear about their journey as triathletes, gain tips for your next race, and get a personally autographed poster! Visit www.kroccda.org for more information.

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June 20-28 - Meals On Reels

The Meals on Reels Fishing Derby will benefit Birds of Prey Northwest by helping them in their mission to feed the injured birds of our area. The goal of the derby is to catch enough fish, specifically northern pikeminnow, suckers and peamouths, to make a significant contribution to the food needed at Birds of Prey Northwest.

For more information email mealsonreels. sandpoint@gmail.com.

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June 28 - IRONMAN. Athletes begin their day with a twoloop, 2.4 swim in the clear waters of Lake Coeur d’Alene.

The challenging two-loop, 112-mile bike course boasts no turns in an 80-mile stretch. The run loops along the shores of the lake blending the energy of a small town resort atmosphere with a world-class course. The single transition area and multiple loop course at the “hot corner” make IRONMAN Coeur d’Alene a favorite among athletes and their friends and families Visit http://www. ironman.com/triathlon/events/americas/ironman/coeurdalene/athletes/course.aspx#axzz32xlVFe2U for more information.

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June 25 - Summer Sampler.

The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce hosts a Summer Sampler tasting event featuring the gathering of the area’s finest restaurants, breweries and wineries in downtown Farmin Park. For more information visit SandpointChamber.org.

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Upcoming Events July 4 - Sandpoint’s 4th of July Celebration. There will be a kids’ parade followed by the main parade that morning in downtown Sandpoint, stage performances and a raffle will take place at Sandpoint City Beach in the afternoon, and a fireworks show will light up the sky at dusk. Events are sponsored by Sandpoint Lions Club. For more information call 208.263.4118.

July 4 - 4th of July Festival in Coeur d’Alene. The day kicks off with the American Heroes Parade sponsored

by Knudtsen Chevrolet at 11am on Sherman Ave. Afterwards, spend the afternoon at Coeur d'Alene City Park with activities featuring live music, food vendors and games sponsored by Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel. Then stay to watch North Idaho's largest fireworks display Downtown on Lake Coeur d’Alene at dusk (about 9:45 to 10pm), which can be seen for miles along the lake shore.

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July 5 - 4th of July Pass Ultra Trail Run. This race will have four options, a 50 mile, 50K, 25k route and a five mile route. You will run on old logging roads and some single track with most of the course closed to motor traffic. The five mile loop is moderate and ends with over two miles of single track.The 25K course includes most of the Nordic trails and has a small out and back section that includes Killarney Mountain summit. This course is rated as moderate. This is a perfect run for your first 25K. After the race enjoy a free BBQ with burgers (meatless options available), drinks, potato salad and lots of goodies! After the meal head downtown and enjoy everything Coeur d'Alene has to offer. A portion of the profits will be donated to the Lake City and Coeur d'Alene High School cross country teams. Register at http://ultrasignup.com/register. aspx?did=31160.

July 9-26 - Singing in the Rain. Dance and sing with Don, Cosmo, Kathy, and Lina in “ the best movie musical of all time”. Singin’ in the Rain features Hollywood in the 20s when silent pictures were giving way to the "talkies". This light-hearted spoof of frantic Hollywood, with the advent of sound changes, all the movie making rules and its Monumental Studios prepares for their romantic epic The Duelling Cavalier. Singin in the Rain includes some of the best-loved comedy routines, dance numbers and love ballads ever written.

Presented by the CDA Summer Theatre, the show will take place at the Coeur d’Alene Kroc Center for ages 6 years and older. Visit www.cdasummertheatre.com for more information.

July 11 - Bonners Ferry SWISH! The day will kick off at 8am in downtown Bonners Ferry for all players, ages nine and up, and their teams. Registration deadline is July 7 and can be completed at http://www.eventbrite. com/e/bonners-ferry-swish-2015-registration15506805272?aff=erelexporg.

July 18 - Muddy Miles. Heritage Health and The Salvation Army Kroc Center challenge you to Muddy Miles, a dirty obstacle course. Make a difference in our community while having a fun–and messy–time!

The exciting, two mile course is packed with muddy obstacles, lots of water and puddles, color chalk and much, much more.

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July 18 - Schweitzer Mountain Trail Run. Schweitzer Mountain Resort hosts a 3.5 and a 10 mile trail run starting at 10am. Racers will receive Patagonia race shirts. Visit SMTrailRun.com for more information.

July 22 - Around the World in 80 Days. Around the World in 80 Days is a blazingly fast-paced adventure. In the style of Monty Python and The 39 Steps, five actors play every character in Phileas Fogg's epic quest to circumnavigate the globe. Filled with romance, danger and humor, this recent adaptation has been produced to rave reviews throughout the country. The performance is for one day only at the Coeur d’Alene Kroc Center at 7:30pm. Get your tickets by visiting www.kroccda.org.

July 25 - Crazy Days. Come to downtown Sandpoint as local retailers offer their best prices of the year during our open air event to showcase all that Sandpoint has for sale! For more information visit DowntownSandpoint.com August 8 - Celebrate Life Fun Run/Walk. Run, walk or ride across Sandpoint's scenic Long Bridge as we celebrate life! Fun run and walk begin at 9am at the north end of the Long Bridge. Early registration goes until July 31 but same-day registration will be open at 7am. Visit CelebrateLifeFunRunWalk.org or call 208.255.9628 for more information.

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August 6-16 - Festival at Sandpoint.

The Festival at Sandpoint celebrates its 33rd annual summer concert series by showcasing eight nights of eclectic music under the stars at War Memorial Field on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille. This season serves up a stellar line-up of cutting edge artists and classic favorites with headliners Arlo Guthrie, Ziggy Marley, Vince Gill, Wilco, Lake Street Dive, The Devil Makes Three and Trampled by Turtles.

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Library Sandpoint branch Children’s Department hosts community hero, Dr. Kara Waters for The Library’s Summer Reading program series at 10am. Call 263.6930 ext 1211 for more information.

June 17- Teen Obstacle Course. The East Bonner County Library Teen Programs hosts a Teen Summer Reading Program with the superhero theme “UNMASK!” The obstacle course will take place at The Clark Fork Library at 7pm for grades 6 to 12. Contact Morgan at 263.6930 ext 1245 for Summer Reading program details. Registration encouraged, but not required.

Family Friendly Events 13-14 - Take your Daughter (& Son) to the Range Day. Join this great intro into shooting sports that is free for children ages 8 to 18. The day starts out with a safety lesson, then everyone gets to shoot at the covered outdoor range. Sandpoint Sportsmen’s Association supplies .22 rifles, ammo, snacks, beverages, shooting benches, targets, hearing and eye protection with volunteer NRA certified instructors and range officers. Space is limited, so please call 208.266.0141 to sign up.

June 15-19 - Run, Jump, Throw Camp. The Kroc’s Run, Jump, Throw Camp provides children ages 7 to 12 with a fun chance to learn and practice the foundational skills of all sports with an emphasis on running, jumping and throwing. These skills can be applied on the track and in nearly all other sports. This camp will be a fun filled learning experience with a field day event on the last day of camp.Visit www.kroccda.org for more information.

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but children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Gather at the Education Barn at 9am with binoculars and a field guide if you have access to them.

Please dress for the weather and expect to be out for about two hours. Visit friendsofkootenainationalwildliferefuge. org for more information.

June 20 - Battle of the Bulls. This annual bull riding and barrel racing contest takes at the Bonner County Fairgrounds.

June 28 - Schweitzer Summer Celebration. Schweitzer Mountain Resort celebrates the grand opening of summer operations during their all-day Summer Celebration. Enjoy free rides on the Great Escape Quad from 11am to 5pm, while in the village there will be arts and crafts vendors, a barbecue, the Monkey Motion™ air jumper, a climbing wall, mountain biking, geocaching, tennis, free live music and other summer activities.

June 6 - Farmpup Dog Show. Come join a day of fun with your best friend, your dog, as the Priest River City Park hosts the 1st Annual Farmpup Dog Show from 11am to 4pm. Dog show categories include best costume, cutest puppy and more! Also enjoy demonstrations, activities, pet grooming and pet photos. Proceeds will be donated to Priest River Animal Rescue, Angel Paws of Pend Oreille County and the Panhandle Animal Shelter. Call 208.448.1231 for more information.

June 29 - July 3 - Summer Dance Camp. Summer Dance Camp at Allegro Dance Studio is back! Students will participate June 29 to July 3 including an optional performance at the Sandpoint 4th of July Parade on Saturday. Erika Bowen from Arizona Classical Ballet is coming again this year to teach the ballet intensive.

Reserve your spots early by emailing allegrodancestudio@ live.com.

June 18 - Bonner County Farm Tour. The University of Idaho Extension hosts a Bonner County Farm Tour from 8am to 5pm. The tour stops include a blueberry farm, a quarter horse ranch, a weed presentation, a forestry site, as well as a horse demonstration and more. Lunch will be provided by the Bonner County Cattlewomen. For more information or to register please call the University of Idaho Extension, Bonner County office at 208.263.8511.

June 3,15 - Pajama Story Time. East Bonner County Library Children’s Programs hosts a special storytime program for young children and their families at 6:30pm.

Children are encouraged to come for a bedtime story with pajamas and their favorite cuddle toy or blanket.

June 19-20 - Car d’Lane. Come to downtown Coeur d’Alene for a weekend filled with amazing classic cars and fun events. The Cruise will be Friday from 6 to 9pm and the Car Show takes place Saturday from 8am to 4pm.

For more information visit www.cdadowntown.com.

June 20 - Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge Bird Walk.

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July 12 - Jacey’s Race. This competitive 5k race for runners and walkers and 1k fun run for kids, takes place at Sandpoint High School and benefits local children with cancer or life-threatening illnesses. To learn more visit Jaceys-Race.com

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June 5-13 - Scholastic Book Fair. The Clark Fork Friends of the Library hosts the Scholastic Book Fair at the Clark Fork branch from 11am to 4:30pm. Buy one get one free deals and something for everyone.

June 11 - Teen Money Camp. STCU presents My Life, My Money Camp, a high energy, snack-packed money camp at the East Bonner County Sandpoint branch 1407 Cedar St. for kids ages 11 to 14. Registration is free and required. Call 855.753.0317 or email mymoney@stcu.org.

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June 18 - Astronaut John Phillips. The East Bonner County Library Sandpoint branch children’s department hosts community hero, Astronaut John Phillips, for the Library’s Summer Reading program series at 3pm. Call 263.6930 ext 1211 for more information.

June 18 - Teen Obstacle Course. The East Bonner County Library Teen Programs hosts a Teen Summer Reading Program with the superhero theme, “UNMASK!” The obstacle course will take place at The Sandpoint Library at 7pm for grades 6 through 12. Contact Morgan at 263.6930 ext 1245 for Summer Reading program details.

Registration encouraged, but not required.

June 22 - Fish & Game – Be a Hero to Animals. The East Bonner County Library Sandpoint branch Children’s Department hosts a Wildlife Ranger from the Idaho Department of Fish & Game for the Library’s Summer Reading program series at 10am. Call 263.6930 ext 1211 for more information.

June 23-25 - Creative Writing Conference for Kids & Teens. A partnership between Lost Horse Press and East Bonner County Library District brings a three day conference that includes flash fiction, nature writing, memoir-writing and more. Contact Suzanne at 263.6930 ext 1211 for more information.

June 24 - Dads That Read Summer Library “Camp Out.” Bring the family to the East Bonner County Library Sandpoint branch at 6pm to sit around the “campfire” and listen to a dad’s rendition of a popular book. S’mores included!

June 25 - Science Show. The Mobius Science Center comes to the East Bonner County Library District for a kids’ science show. Clark Fork branch will have theirs from 3 to 4pm and the Sandpoint branch will be from 6 to 7pm.

June 25 - Creative Writing Camp Reading Event. Lost Horse Press and East Bonner County Library District host an event to celebrate the works from the Creative Writing Conference for kids and teens at 5pm.

June 29 - Smokey Bear & the U.S. Forest Service. The East Bonner County Library Sandpoint branch children’s department hosts community hero Smokey Bear for he Library’s Summer Reading program series at 10am. Call 263.6930 ext 1211 for more information.

June 29 - Jewelry Making Class. The East Bonner County Library District Sandpoint branch hosts a fun and free jewelry making class for all ages at 1pm.

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June 20-21 - Celebrate Father’s Day

Celebrate Father’s Day at Silverwood!

When a child brings dad to the park and purchases their tickets online or at the front gate, dad gets in FREE! Visit www.silverwoodthemepark.com for more information.

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Summer Adventures Making memories all summer long.

By Jamie Lynn Morgan. Photos courtesy Lutherhaven.

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WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO SEND YOUR CHILD TO SUMMER CAMP? In a world full of technology, many kids do not get nearly the amount of physical activity they should. Camp provides a great opportunity to get outside, be active and discover new things.

Unlike school and organized sports, camp allows kids to engage in activities in a non-competitive environment. This contributes a great deal to a child gaining confidence and allows him or her to experience success!

Because camps provide such a great variety of activities — including sports, art and adventure — it is the perfect opportunity for children to discover what their true passion is.

Camp allows kids to meet new people and create new friendships. Without the social pressure that school can sometimes bring, kids are more relaxed in a camp atmosphere and can make friends while experiencing new things together.

A camp friend is often a lifelong friend.

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Playing in the water, exploring the forests and learning new skills. It’s the experience most of us want for our kids. But there is more to summer camp than just the activities.

There are the friendships we make. Do you remember as a child the anticipation you felt of being able to attend summer camp?

Fortunately for us, we live in an area with several camp options that make it easier for you to find a camp to fit your child’s interest and age group. Here are just some of the many summer camp options in North Idaho.

Sandpoint West Athletic Club Summer Camps For 16 years, Don and Sue Helander and their staff at Sandpoint West Athletic Club have provided hours of fun for the youth in our community. And it just keeps getting better! Sandpoint West’s day camp offers different themes each week as it welcomes kids ages 10 through 12 to explore and create great summer memories. The price is just $70 each week and the camp runs daily from

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The camps begin June 15 and run through August 14. Children are dropped off and picked up each day from Sandpoint West Athletic Club on Pine Street, but their adventures span far and wide. Throughout the summer there are trips to Triple Play in Coeur d’Alene, Silverwood Theme Park, Farragut State Park, the Skate Plaza, Big Air Jump in Spokane, Kootenai Wildlife Refuge and huckleberry picking at Schweitzer Mountain Resort.

The themes each week include: around the world in five days, time travelers, ninjas, Olympics, survivor and more.

To find out more information, go to www.sandpointwest.com and click on the health and wellness tab to get to summer adventure camps. You may call Sandpoint West Athletic Club at 208.263.6633 or stop by at 1905 Pine Street in Sandpoint.

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Camp Four Echoes Camp Four Echoes is a Girl Scout camp located on the beautiful shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene.

Their programs include sailing, windsurfing, swimming, canoeing, canoe trips, arts and crafts, hiking, dramatics, archery, outdoor skills, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and leadership courses.

In addition, Camp Four Echoes offers a family camp. Here, participants bring a camp stove and enough food for the family. It is a great kick-off to the summer and provides an opportunity to participate in hiking, campfire activities and more. This year it took place in late May, so if you will want to get a jumpstart on next spring, mark your calendar to be sure you don’t miss out on the fun!

They also offer themed sessions during the summer for grades two and three. Some of the themes include “Glitter & Glam” and “Splish Splash.” During these camps, they offer activities including hiking, swimming, crafts, campfire songs and more. The dates for the camps available to girls entering second and third grades are June 23 through 26, June 28 through July 2 and Aug. 2 through 6. Prices range from $215 to $295.

For more information, log onto www.gsewni. org or call 800.827.9478.

Gizmo-CDA Gizmo is a place where art, design, technology

and tools are connected using your imagination.

It’s a great place for kids to become creative and learn while having fun! Here are a few opportunities this summer to become more involved in Gizmo: A Build a Day. Here your child can spend the week building in the shop, making plays, rolling cars and floating a boat. Open to kids grades 4 through 7, this camp runs from June 15 through June 19 from 9:30am to 12:30pm.

The cost is only $80.

Welding for Human-Powered Vehicles. During the week of June 29 through July 3, kids in grades 5 and above can work on their vehicle for the upcoming Kinetics Fest. This camp also runs from 9:30am to12:30pm and the cost is only $80.

At Twinlow there is an opportunity to attend camp as a family. Families are invited to camp for a semi-structured program of activities, and there are also options for day trips. There are two family camps offered this summer: July 1 through July 3 and July 3 through July 5. The cost is $50 per person. Find out more at twinlowcamp.org.

N-Sid-Sen N-Sid-Sen is a year-round camp and conference center located on the shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene in Northern Idaho. Check out some of what they offer:

www.gizmo-cda.org 208.651.6200

For grades 2 through 4 kids can attend and be involved in exploring and learning new activities. As a faith-based camp there are opportunities to worship together in a beautiful setting. Camp takes place July 5 through July 8.

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For the older kiddos, grades 5 and 6, there is

Twinlow is a camping and retreat ministry of the Pacific Northwest Conference of the United Methodist Church. They offer great opportunities for summer fun for the whole family.

MADD Camp, (Music, Arts, Dance and Drama) takes place in a faith-based setting for kids in grades 9 through 12. It is a great opportunity to indulge your child in the arts.

Held the week of June 22 through June 27, this camp ranges in price from $350-$400.

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Sandpoint West’s day camp offers different themes each week as it welcomes kids ages 10 through 12 to explore and create great summer memories.

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In one of the most beautiful settings in North Idaho, Schweitzer Mountain Resort offers an outdoor adventure camp that includes hiking, rock wall climbing, chairlift rides, games, swimming and more. an intermediate camp from July 5 through July 11. This is a great chance to worship with one another and take part in traditional camp activities such as crafts, songs and water activities.

Find out more information at www.n-sid-sen. org or by calling 208.689.3489.

Camp Sweyolakan Camp Sweyolakan sits on nearly 300 beautiful wooded acres on the shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene at the mouth of Mica Bay in Northern Idaho. It is one of the oldest resident camps in the country. Some of their camp options: Family Camp - “You and Me, Kid!” lets children experience a weekend of camp activities at Camp Sweyolakan with a parent, guardian or

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older sibling. July 3 through July 5 and July 31 through August 2.

The cost is $45 for kids ages 4 and above and $80 per adult.

Leadership Programs - High school juniors and seniors who wish to become future camp counselors learn leadership skills and more. Open to boys and girls entering grades 11 and 12. Senior sessions take place July 20 through Aug. 16; Junior sessions are held June 29-July 18. Application process and prerequisites are needed. The cost ranges from $750 to $990.

Find out more www.campfireinc.org.

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Camp Lutherhaven On beautiful Lake Coeur d’Alene, Camp Lutherhaven is a tradition for many North Idaho youth. It is a year-round Christian retreat center and summer youth and family camp.

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Some of their many camps include:

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Family Camp - Families can experience a traditional sleep-away camp together in a faithbased setting. There are cabin, yurt, tent and RV camping options. Family camp takes place July 17 through July 19, and the cost ranges from $49 to $120 per person.

They also offer a Nature Ninjas Day Camp for ages 6 through 13. Campers will learn outdoor skills including natural camouflage, stealth, sensory awareness and more. The camp, which costs $275, will take place in Sandpoint July 6 through July 10 and in Spokane June 22 through June 29.

Kinder camp - Children are invited to experience sleep-away camp with a family member or adult and enjoy the outdoor activities and scenery. This camp is open to kids ages 4 and 5 with an adult who is 18 years of age older. This fun camp takes place August 7 through August 9. The cost is $120 per adultchild pair and $21 for each additional child.

Camp Lutherhaven has many camps throughout the entire summer for all ages. Be sure to check it out! www.lutherhaven.com.

Twin Eagles Tim Corcoran and Jeannine Tidwell are the co-founders and co-directors of Twin Eagles Wilderness School. They are nature based mentors who believe that our role on Earth as humans is that of stewards. Here are a couple of their programs: Outdoor Adventure Camp is an overnight camping experience offering nighttime scouting games, archery, survival camp-outs and more. July 19 through July 24 for ages 10 through 13 and July 27 through August 2 for ages 13 through 18. The cost ranges from $645 to $745.

Twin Eagles Preschool Day Camp is a camp for young children where they learn appreciation and understanding for nature through activities and games. It is open to ages 3 through 6. This camp will take place in Sandpoint June 15 through June 19 and in Spokane from June 22 through June 26. The camp runs from 9am to

For more information, www.twineagles.org or call 208.265.3685.

Cocolalla Lake Bible Camp Cocolalla Lake Bible Camp provides a Godcentered environment for Biblical teaching, evangelism and missions. A few of their programs include: Family Camp - Families can enjoy a faithbased summer camp together, with swimming, canoeing, programmed activities and more.

August 14 through August 16. The cost is $75 per couple and $10 per child.

Backpacking Camp - A four-day backpacking trip around Harrison Lake near Sandpoint, offering Bible studies, swimming, fishing, survival skills and fellowship. This is open to kids ages 13 through 18 and runs August 19 through 22 and August 25 through 28 (intermediate level hiking). The cost is $150. www.clbcamp.org 208.263.3912 North Idaho College North Idaho College Workforce Training Center, in conjunction with Black Rocket Productions, is offering technology day camps for children ages 8 to 14 this summer. Camps will cover the following topics: minecraft, video game design, programming and app design.

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this summer include a Youth Adventure Camp. This is a five-day camp exploring the great outdoors of North Idaho including rock climbing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, rafting and more. This is open to ages 12 through 16 and runs June 22 through June 26 from 8am to 4pm at North Idaho College. The cost is $250.

Youth Sailing Camp - Learn the basics of sailing on the water, including proper use of equipment, safety, terminology and more.

Open to ages 12 through 16 during the week of July 13 through July 17 from 9am to 1pm at North Idaho College. The cost is $200. For more information on this camp, call 208.769.7809.

Summer Art Adventures - Learn how to draw still life scenes, people, animals and create art outdoors. Open to ages 7 through 12. This camp takes place on Saturdays from 10am to noon from June 6 through 27, and the cost is $79.

For more information on all of NICâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s camps, log onto www.nic.edu/wft or call 208.769.3333.

Schweitzer Adventure Camp In one of the most beautiful settings in North Idaho, Schweitzer Mountain Resort offers an outdoor adventure camp that includes hiking, rock wall climbing, chairlift rides, games, swimming and more. Ages 6 through 11. Weekly sessions are offered July 6 through August 14 and run Monday through Friday from 8am to 4 pm. The cost is $165 per week.

For more information, go online to www. schweitzer.com or 208.255.3081.

Before the summer begins to fill up, make sure to explore all the great camp opportunities for your child and your family. You will be giving them the gift of adventure and memories that will last a lifetime!

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Sarong Simplicity THE ONE PIECE THAT SUPPORTS A MULTITUDE OF LOOKS.

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A simple piece of fabric, which lent itself to being tied in multiple ways, served as the foundation for the most ancient pieces of clothing. In India, women have worn saris for thousands of years. In ancient Greece, women and men wore togas. In ancient Rome, women added a second piece of fabric to the outside of their toga, and this was called a stola.

And in Hawaii and Tahiti, women wore sarongs as their daily outfit up until 100 years ago.

Although almost every culture has worn different kinds of beautifully tied and layered fabric, it all originated from the same thing: a simple piece of square fabric with no buttons, zippers or even print. Much like the people of these ancient cultures, you can see modern women at the beach wearing the same type of garment; only we know the sarong simply as the utilitarian beach cover-up.

What I love about beach cover-ups is that you can wear them in so many different ways, whether you are at the pool or on a sandy beach lazing the day away. This seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beach cover-ups, which are made from different types of fabrics, come in all shades and often feature exciting and colorful patterns.

But they need not only be worn tied around the waist. Longer ones can be tied to look like breezy maxi-dresses. Shorter ones can be assembled to look like a knee-length skirt.

Finally, medium sized ones can be tied at the waist and worn long like a maxi skirt.

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For the summer of 2015, designers are redefining the notion of beach cover-ups altogether. This summer, you will find coverups that have been delicately crocheted, others that are gauzy with vibrant tropical prints; or they can be found in traditional florals, and even mesh for those not worried about getting too much sun.

Several designers have gone even further and are making beach cover-ups that could almost double as sundresses. Other designers are turning cover-ups into ponchos. My favorite cover-up this season looks as if it was borrowed from an ancient Egyptian princess. Designed to look a little like a maxi skirt, the fabric hangs in various flowing sections from a brightly embellished waistband decorated with beading and embroidery.

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SHOPINSTYLE ADVENTURE Feed your sense of adventure with a trip to the downtown Sandpoint Shopping District.

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SANDPOINT’S TOY STORE - ZANDOOZLES

When it comes to play with a purpose, there’s no place like Zandoozles. Located behind the Guesthouse Lodge off Highway 95 in Ponderay, Zandoozles is the place for games, puzzles, activity kits, art supplies and science projects. Stimulate the imagination with role play toys, like doll houses, kitchens, costumes and more. Learn engineering skills with train sets, Erector sets and other construction toys. Outdoor summer toys now in stock. Mon – Fri 10-5:30; Sat 10-5. Like us on f.

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Art Works’ unique gallery provides a wide variety of fine art and crafts for the public to enjoy, whether “just browsing” or to purchase for their home or friends. You are sure to find just the right item, whether a large original painting for your new home or office, or a hostess gift to give as a “thank you for the invitation.” Winter hours are Thursday through Tuesday 10am-5pm, except Sunday 11am-5pm. Closing at 4pm in inclement weather.

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We are Bonner County’s premier upscale resale shop. Owned and operated by the Community Assistance League, Bizarre Bazaar is staffed entirely by dedicated CAL volunteers. All profits are returned to the community in the form of grants and scholarships. Whether you’re looking for quality clothing, jewelry, household items, collectibles, books or furniture, make Bizarre Bazaar your first stop.

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COVER STORY A RACE TO SAVE A LIFE

Team Laughing Dog rides in the Race Across America to raise funds for rare disease. By Patty Hutchens.

A grandfather is someone with silver in his hair and gold in his heart. - Author Unknown If you are a parent, you know you would do anything for your children. And the same can be said for the love grandparents have for their grandchildren. But what about a grandparent willing to take part in a cross-country bike race for his grandchild? While many may find it physically prohibitive, that is exactly what 70-year-old Dave Sturgis plans to do this month as part of Team Laughing Dog in the Race Across America (RAAM), a 3,000 mile ride that is widely recognized as the world’s toughest endurance bicycle race. And he’s hoping his efforts will save his grandchild’s life.

Sturgis’ grandson, 8-year-old Henry (Hank) Sturgis, was born with a rare disease — cystinosis. Cystinosis is a genetic disease that causes the amino acid, cystine, to accumulate in the body’s cells. As it accumulates, it destroys some of the body’s organs, including the kidneys, liver, muscles, white blood cells, eyes and central nervous system. It is extremely rare, afflicting only 500 people nationwide and 2,000 worldwide Sandpoint’s Team Laughing Dog, which has taken part in the Race Across America for the last several years, is riding to raise funds to benefit the 24-Hour for Hank Foundation; a foundation started by Dave Sturgis’ son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Tricia Sturgis, in 2008.

From the moment Brian and Tricia first learned of their son’s disease, they have worked

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tirelessly to find a cure. And while there is not a cure as of yet, there have been huge strides towards that goal.

“Hank’s health is so much better because of the new 12-hour delayed release medication … there are less side effects like nausea and vomiting. Hank learned how to take all of his liquid meds that he used to take through his tube in pill form now, so he was able to get his g-tube removed in April. It is a huge milestone for him and our family,” said Tricia who adds that Hank takes 48 pills each day just to stay alive. “The typical cystinosis patient takes 8 to 12 medications a day.”

In addition, Hank must have eye drops placed in his eyes to prevent blindness. “The eye drops are supposed to be taken every hour, and we only do about three to four times a day,” said Tricia. They are stored in the fridge so the cold solution is hard to get in a child’s eyes. With advancements, we might have a different delivery method for this drug, which would be wonderful since this treatment is not easy to be compliant with.”

support members. He drove one of the vans while Sandpoint resident and biking enthusiast Mel Dick navigated. It was then Dick planted the seed for Sturgis to take part in the Race Across America as a rider. “Mel said he would love to find a cure for Henry and said he believed it could be done through Team Laughing Dog,” said Sturgis. That was all he needed to hear. With all the support his son, daughter-in-law and grandson had already received from Team Laughing Dog, there was no way he could say no.

Dave started training last October and, with

for Western Oregon and signed with the New Orleans Saints where he played in 1968 and part of the 1969 season. He continued an active lifestyle and became more involved in cycling in 1990 when his running partner had issues with his knees. But riding across the country is something he never envisioned himself doing.

“As a kid I always rode my bike to town. It was five miles, and I thought that was forever,” recalls Dave.

Since he began training in October, Sturgis has lost 40 pounds and feels great. “Mel keeps me accountable,” said Sturgis of his training partner.

The 3,000-mile race will begin in Oceanside, California and end in Annapolis, Maryland.

And once the race starts, it never stops. To put it in perspective, Dick shares that the Tour de France covers 2,100 to 2,200 miles over a 21day period; the Race Across America covers 3,000 miles, and team racers are required to finish in nine days. “And there is 170,000 feet of climbing on this ride,” adds Dick. “That’s like riding up Schweitzer 70 times.”

“My promise to Hank is to make his disease go away forever,” said Dave. “It is an investment in Hank’s future and his right to a quality life.”

At the time they formed their foundation, there were only two other foundations that supported cystinosis research. “Now there are 30 families (who have them),” said Dave Sturgis, adding that 24-Hours for Hank is one of the top fundraising entities in the country for cystinosis research.

the help and encouragement of Dick, feels ready to face the challenge. He is grateful to the sponsors who have stepped up, especially given the fact that this year’s fundraiser 24-Hours at Schweitzer, which benefits the foundation, was canceled due to lack of snow. “The biggest part of that fundraiser was the pledges,” said Dave Sturgis, who shared that the sponsors who were committed for the ski event have graciously rolled over the funds to the Race Across America instead.

So just how is it that Dave Sturgis finds himself as part of a huge athletic challenge? Last year Sturgis took part in the race as one of the

While the challenge would be a great one for anyone, much less a 70-year-old, Dave Sturgis has always been athletic. He played football

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So just why would people take part in such a grueling activity? If you think it may be for prize money, nothing could be further from the truth. There is not any monetary recognition for the top finishers. “Everyone who does it has a cause. Collectively it raises about $2 million each year,” said Dick.

The Race Across America has approximately 75 participants who are solo riders and others

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who are part of either a two, four or eight person team.

This year’s Team Laughing Dog will consist of Sturgis; Kirk Johnson, who is an employee of Schweitzer and who served as crew chief for Team Laughing Dog the first four years; Arlene Cook, who is the head of the Schweitzer ski patrol; and Bob Robinson, a 72-year-old friend of Dave Sturgis who has been a huge supporter of 24-Hours for Hank. “He bikes 200 miles a week and will probably be one of our best climbers,” said Dave.

As the time draws near for Dave Sturgis gets to get on his bike to trek across the country, he has only one goal in mind. To save his grandchild’s life. “My promise to Hank is to make his disease go away forever,” said Dave.

“It is an investment in Hank’s future and his right to a quality life.”

If you would like to donate to Team Laughing Dog in support of 24-Hours For Hank, visit: www.active.com/donate/24hoursforhank2015/ raam. To date they have raised $57,095 on the way to their goal of $100,000.

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PAGE 74 Bike mechanics are a vital part of the support team during Ride Across America. Photo by Alan Lemire.

ABOVE Race Across America spans 3,000 miles from coast to coast. Photo by Alan Lemire.

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BELOW Pictured is Dave Sturgis with his grandson Hank. Dave is taking part in the Race Across America in an effort to save Hank’s life.

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It’s Not You… IT’S EVERYONE.

BY TERESA PESCE.

This column is dedicated to the middle-aged among us, lost in society’s Bermuda Triangle between being young and being “older,” acknowledged only by ads selling them cosmetics to make them look young again and comfort bras to ease the inevitable triumph of gravity.

Some women think their middleage weight and shape changes are the result of childbirth. Actually, the menopausal 10-pack some of us now carry has little to do with that. You tend to get it whether you have given birth or not! Sorry, but that’s the GOOD news. Go ahead and blame a few grey hairs on your progeny, but your avoidance of turning sideways when wearing a straight skirt? That rounded profile will happen whether you’ve had children or not. (And they tried to slip it past us, but allow me to point out that although we can’t “spot reduce,” we can now “spot gain!”

Boo! Hiss! Denial, denial, denial! To whom do

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So if that was the good news, what’s the bad news? Well, you know the parts of a woman’s body often described as “pert”? In middle age, they become victims of the Great Estrogen Escape. According to www.healthline.com, “Aging Changes in the Breast” by April Kahn: “One of the main causes of aging changes in the breasts is a natural decline of the female reproductive hormone estrogen. This reduced amount of estrogen causes the skin to become dry, making it less elastic. With less elasticity, the breasts lose firmness and

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fullness and develop a stretched and saggy appearance. Or, as described in “Breast Changes — Should I Be Concerned” at www.bidmc.org: “[During menopause] your hormone levels drop and your breast tissue becomes less dense and more fatty.”

Or, in laywomen’s terms, breasts go from a taut salute to saggy bags of jiggle. Great. Just great.

Are you kidding me? Firmness fades. Gravity wins. Will exercising the supporting muscles return your breasts to their former glory? It will help, of course, but aging is inexorable. Why even put this wretched information in print?

To spare you any self-blame or shame and to reveal that some experiences have nothing to do with your will-power or your commitment to looking great.

After the age of 45, losing weight is tough because, according to Dr. Bravata of Stanford University, “The reality is that if you eat and exercise the same amount, you’ll still put on weight in perimenopause and menopause.”

Sorry, but this means that even if you are a wise food consumer and consistent exerciser, you’ll have to step it up in both areas to counteract your lower metabolism.

of stacking the deck, but this is ridiculous!

Women get a lower metabolism at the exact time they’re programmed to crave carbs and fats?! Remember Ann-Margaret warbling, “How Lovely to be a Woman” in the musical “Bye-Bye Birdie”? In instances like this, I beg to differ. Well, we can succumb to despair or we can adjust. (Or we can dunk an entire package of Oreos in a glass of milk. Wait — no! Don’t do that!) Why am I imparting all this depressing information? Because I want you to know it’s not YOU; it’s the global feminine experience.

It’s not your imagination or your fault. “The Change” means our eating and exercise habits will also have to change, just to maintain the status quo. To improve the status quo, they’ll have to change even more! Is this just the most unfair thing ever? Yes. But none of us is alone in this. Even model goddess Christie Brinkley says she is amazed at how much more effort she must expend to maintain what she has always had. And as for the “girls” ~ here’s a special hint because I love you guys: Go to www.shopcoobie.com and check out what many consider to be the most comfortable bra on planet earth.

Just Adjust Well, we can succumb to despair or we can adjust.

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It gets worse.

Seattle health coach Jennifer Lovejoy explains, “Women have a lower metabolism after menopause, and the lack of estrogen also may cause cravings for carbs and fats.” I’ve heard

The reality is that if you eat and exercise the same amount, you’ll still put on weight in perimenopause and menopause.

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Get Back in the Game KINESIOTAPE HELPS WITH MUSCLE SPASM, TENSION AND PAIN.

BY KENDALL ZACHA, CORNERSTONE PHYSICAL THERAPY. Kinesiotape is a unique kind of tape intended to help alleviate pain within muscles, tendons and ligaments. The design of the tape allows for the body’s muscles and joints to be stabilized without losing any range of motion. The nature of the flexible, stretchy tape puts the body back into its correct position and can replace thick, bulky braces that limit the body’s movements.

Kinesiotape can be used by anyone who experiences muscle spasm, tension or pain but is especially popular amongst athletes who need not only the support, but who also need to function correctly in order to optimize his or her performance.

Dr. Kenzo Kase, a chiropractor and acupuncturist, developed the tape for his patients who wanted something smaller and more pliable than a brace or wrap. Dr. Kase tried many different athletic tapes but found that most were too stiff and did not easily move with the body, making the joint immobile. To create something that flowed smoothly, Dr. Kase needed a tape that would stretch and be elastic just the same as a human muscle.

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the joint into correct position to relax the irritated muscle, tissue tension or reduce the pain. The stretch of the tape combined with the adhesive gently pulls on the skin and joint to reinforce proper alignment. The accepted theory is that the tape lightly pulls on the skin to increase the surface area and promote positive circulation under the dermis and reducing abnormal edema or fluid buildup in the area.

Common sites of kinesiotape application include the knees, shoulders, lower back and neck. There are many different arrangements used when taping but can be molded to an individual’s needs. The flexibility and amount of stretch can be adjusted to the patient’s liking, but general instructions suggest not stretching either ends of the tape but putting a good amount of stretch to the middle of the tape to pull the joint into correct position.

Kinesiotape may not be the answer to every patient’s problems, but for some it can help ease the pain so everyday activities are more enjoyable.

After reaching this conclusion, he then needed a material that would stick to the skin and last for up to five days per application. To create such a material, Dr. Kase studied elasticity and adhesives and finally found the correct amount of elasticity for the tape and created the name “Kinesio” due to the relationship of the tape’s purpose and the proper movements of the body called kinesiology.

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Before kinesiotape is applied, the patient should be properly assessed to correctly determine the spot of pain and discomfort and to identify any other underlying conditions. Once the treatment plan has been set, kinesiotape can be a great addition to keep the patient positively continuing with their treatment.

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The Thrill of the Grill

Summer is here and that means dusting off the grill and getting in touch with our primal side. Some argue that nothing beats the taste of a charcoal grilled burger, while others prefer gas. What we do know is that grilling is a treasured outdoor activity but is also associated with potential health risks.

BE AWARE OF THE RISKS AND TAKE PRECAUTIONS.

Carcinogens in Grilling Grilling is commonly associated with two carcinogens (any compound or molecule that has the potential to cause cancer); polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and heterocyclic amines (HCAs). These carcinogenic compounds develop when meat is cooked at high temperatures, including pan-frying or broiling. Not only can these compounds develop while cooking, but some are also added to our meat from the start â&#x20AC;&#x201D; think nitrates and nitroso compounds from processed and smoked meats like sausage, bacon, hot dogs, ham and salami. There are a number of ways you can reduce your exposure to these potentially harmful substances while still enjoying that nostalgic Fourth of July hotdog or charcoal grilled steak.

BY DARCI BARMAN, MSN, RDN, LD.

Veg-Out! The more fruits and vegetables you put on your grill, the more bioactive compounds and antioxidants you are eating to counteract potential carcinogens and reducing your risk for cancer overall.

Six Ways to Reduce Your Exposure 1. Do not overcook meats. Well-done meats have the highest concentrations of PAHs and

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HCAs. Use a meat thermometer to cook 5 to 10 degrees shy of the target. Once you take the meat off the grill and let it rest, carryover cooking will bring it to temperature. For proper meat temperatures see foodsafety.gov.

2. Marinate your meats prior to cooking. The acids, herbs and spices found in marinades reduce the formation of PAHs and HCAs. 3. Avoid consuming processed meats. Avoid ingredients such as sodium nitrate, sodium nitrite, sodium erythorbate, monosodium glutamate (MSG), autolyzed yeast extract, corn syrup, corn syrup solids, dextrose, hydrolyzed soy protein, defatted soy flour or anything you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pronounce or produce in your own kitchen.

4. Cook your meats LOW and SLOW. The lower the temperature, the fewer PAHs and HCAs formed overall.

5. Choose white meats (poultry and fish) over red meat (beef and pork) whenever possible.

Red meat has been strongly associated with increased cancer, cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality risk, while white meat in moderation has been found to be protective.

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6. Veg-out! The more fruits and vegetables you put on your grill, the more bioactive compounds and antioxidants you are eating to counteract potential carcinogens and reducing your risk for cancer overall.

Marinade Tips & Tricks As mentioned, marinades can decrease your exposure to carcinogens when grilling meats.

The secret to a good marinade is the right combination of the following components: • 1 part fat: butter, avocado, camolina, coconut or olive oils will keep meat moist while carrying fat-soluble flavors of the spices/herbs into the meat

Marinate meats in a shallow dish or plastic bag in the refrigerator, never at room temperature.

• 1 part acid: vinegars, citrus juices, yogurt, tomato, wine, buttermilk, Worcestershire sauce, pineapple or papaya tenderizes the meat • 2 parts flavor: fresh herbs and spices, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, maple syrup Set some marinade aside for a finishing sauce before adding raw meat.

Marinate meats in a shallow dish or plastic bag in the refrigerator, never at room temperature.

Marinades are good for thin cuts of meat. If cooking thick cuts or whole birds, try brining and using a dry rub instead.

Marinades aren’t just for meat! Marinate vegetables before cooking or use as a finishing sauce.

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Pull Out the BBQ HELPFUL TIPS FOR GRILLING SEASON.

BY COLIN ANDERSON.

If you’re not one to hover over the grill during our often frigid winter days and wet and windy spring, then you’re probably just getting back into summer grilling mode. The days are longer and milder and outdoor meals are happening. Now is the time to get your grills and your skills ready for a long summer of sizzle.

hickory and mesquite all bring different tastes.

Simply choose the wood you would like to use and place it in a pie pan or wrap in tinfoil. This prevents the wood from burning too hot and allows you to control how much smoke is in the grill.

Cleaning If your grill sat uncovered, or you didn’t give it a thorough cleaning last fall, it’s in need of a touch-up. Heavy duty wire brushes will do the job but they can also be harmful.

Generally speaking, the lower temperature and more time you take grilling, the juicier and better tasting your meat will be. High quality cuts of meat will flare up, so searing each side is a good method to prevent a burnt outside with a raw interior.

“Brushes can sometimes strip away the coating and oils,” said Tim Branen, owner of Tim’s Special Cut Meats in Coeur d’Alene. “I get the grill hot and then rub the grates with crumpled tin foil.”

“I sear the meat a few minutes on each side and then go real low,” said Branen. “Once it’s seared, turn half the grill off and put the meat on that side of the grill, then cook to the doneness you prefer.”

Charcoal vs. Gas

Seasoning

“Charcoal is more time consuming, but the flavor is much better than gas,” said Branen.

A good cut of meat needs very little seasoning.

Salt, pepper and garlic will go a long way. If you do use a rub, make sure it pairs with any sauce you plan to use. Check the main ingredients for similarities, and you’ll be much happier with the results.

Natural lump charcoal provides great flavoring for those who prefer it over gas. If you’re like many and use a propane grill, there are a few ways to add additional flavor. Adding wood chips will enrich the flavor of the meat.

Varieties such as apple wood, cherry wood,

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Sweet Lou’s

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NOW OPEN FOR SUMMER! By boat or car, you’re going to love it here! Lake and sunset views, and free wifi. Indoor/ outdoor seating. Family friendly. Come for the RIBS thick and juicy with a choice of sauces. Steaks, salmon, salads and signature desserts. Full bar.

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Craving a freshly baked pastry or a steaming cup of Evans Brothers coffee? Panhandle Cone and Coffee, located in downtown Sandpoint, is quickly becoming a favorite.

In addition to baked goods made in-house and coffee, they also offer handcrafted ice cream in a variety of delicious flavors made on-site! Check out our community living room great for a party of 12 or less.

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Panhandler Pies

Don’t let the name fool you. Panhandler Pies in downtown Sandpoint is much more than a place to find mouthwatering pies.

They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner offering a full menu from soups, salads, and specialty sandwiches to salmon, chicken and steak. Bring the whole family and enjoy a meal out. And don’t forget the pie!

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Kokanee Coffee

Microroasted and blended organic beans to perfection every time! Our coffee is outstanding, so come by and give us a try!

We’re open Mon-Sat. Offering up fresh soup, tasty breakfast sandwiches and pastries daily! Visit us on f or our blog at kokaneecoffee.com. We post our specials daily! We cater too!

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The Pie Hut

Sandpoint’s secret gem, serving fresh pies and full lunch/early dinners. Best homemade soups in town with wide collection of panini sandwiches and others, hot and cold, including cubans.

Chicken pot pie and quiche as well. Fun atmosphere, exciting food selections and ever-changing pie lineup.

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Bangkok on Second Thai Cuisine

Lunch combo plates $7.95-$8.50. Ala Carte dinner prepared to order. Menu includes our favorite 5 curries, duck, noodle dishes & much more. Dinner specials daily.

Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free welcome.

Take out & catering available. Winter Hours: Lunch Mon-Fri, 11:30am-3pm & Dinner Mon-Sat, 4:30-9pm (closed Sunday). Serving wine and beer. NO MSG. 202 North Second Avenue Sandpoint, ID | 208.265.4149

Trinity Bangkok Cuisine Exotic Thai Restaurant

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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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Miller’s Country Store

We now have homemade pies on Thursdays! Come experience the sensational smells of fresh baking bread, cinnamon rolls, pies and pastries. Pick up a deli sandwich on our homemade bread and hot bowl of soup with a fresh baked roll or cornbread. Open Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm.

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Tuscan Aperitivo Bar, Tapas Bar. Piadina (grilled Italian flatbread), cured meats & cheese, wines & beer and signature cocktails. Great place to meet a friend for a cocktail. Open 4-10pm TuesdayThursday; Open 4-11pm Fridays and Saturdays.

Food served until 9pm, Tapas style menu.

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Sweet Lou’s Restaurant and Bar proudly offers something for everyone, with specialties including chicken fried steak, smoked prime rib, bison ribs and grilled PB&J and bacon sandwiches. All menu items are reasonably priced, fresh and made to order. Sweet Lou’s would be happy to cater your next event! Wifi. Full bar.

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Deli Salad Bar Bakery Seafood Fresh Meat Fiesta Bonita Bulk Organic Authentic Mexican Produce cuisine prepared fresh daily. Fiesta Bonita’s menu is full Dairy Grocery Espresso of many unique and authentic recipes.

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• 6 halved and pitted apricots • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 6-oz. container Simply Artisan Reserve Feta Cheese Crumbles • 1 tablespoon Instantly Fresh Mint • 1 lb. washed and shredded kale • 1/3 cup Litehouse Organic Raspberry Lime Vinaigrette • ½ pint raspberries • ½ cup Marcona almonds

over and place approximately one tablespoon of feta cheese crumbles in center and sprinkle with mint. Heat on grill for approximately one more minute or until cheese is warming. Remove apricots from grill and set aside.

4. Place dressed kale on serving platter and top with apricots, raspberries, almonds and remaining feta cheese crumbles.

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1. Heat grill to approximately 400 F degrees.

Brush cut side of apricot halves with olive oil and place on grates with oiled side of fruit facing down.

2. Grill apricots for approximately 3 – 4 minutes with the grill lid up. When softening and caramelizing, flip apricots

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Doesn’t a trip to an exotic island sound wonderful? You know the type of island I mean. The kind of island where the pace of life is slow, the scenery is picture perfect, and all you have to do is kick off your shoes and relax?

Maybe you want to head to an island where the natural world abounds, but you can always pop in to town for a plate of freshly prepared sushi.

The great news is you don’t have to head to Hawaii or even to the Caribbean to have a phenomenal island experience. All you have to do is head to Friday Harbor on the Washington coast and use it as a starting point to live out all your island dreams.

Named by Spanish explorer Francisco De Eliza, the San Juan Islands are accessible by car or walk on ferry, private boat or seaplane. One year, my husband and I had the opportunity to go to the San Juans via seaplane. We loved that besides it being affordable, it was quite a unique and scenic adventure. We loved the idea of being able to take off from and land on the water. We also loved the particularly scenic route that was taken by the seaplane. And like a boat, the seaplane arrived in the bay and pulled right up to the dock where yachts were moored.

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Then, there are the real stars of the show: the island’s resident and transient orca whales.

During the summer, you might catch a glimpse of these gentle giants, with a baby in tow, lolling around the bays and feeding. Although there are commercial whale watching tours, I would argue that they are best viewed from a small sailboat or kayak.

If you want to get away from it all, head over to the almost horseshoe shaped Orcas Island.

Moran State Park and its many waterfalls, woodlands and lakes will delight you. The island contains lodging for every taste and budget as well as different restaurants. Of course, the island also offers a variety of outdoor activities, both on sea and on land.

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