Destination Big Sky 2016

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BIG SKY Live the Adventure

Issue 4 2016

In This Issue Spanish Peaks Moonlight Basin Big Sky Medical Clinic Ambiance Lone Mountain Ranch Historic Crail Ranch Real Estate Development Yellowstone National Park

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a letter from the editor Destination Big Sky 2016 It’s not just a stop along the way. It’s the destination. Big Sky, Montana is an adventurer’s playground, vacationer’s respite, entrepreneur’s dream and family’s home. With “purple mountains majesty” rising up to meet azure skies, Big Sky is the stuff of songs, the poetry of nature incarnate.

And it’s ours – remarkably, unbelievably, blessedly ours.

rugged Montana terrain, while facilitating family growth and connectivity through unforgettable memory-making experiences. Scott Bechtle shares a pioneering vision for growth in Big Sky that seamlessly merges residential and commercial developments with the varied landscapes on which they’re built.

In this issue, we showcase the people and businesses that are the ever-evolving backbone of the thriving Big Sky community. A welcome manual, Destination Big Sky provides information regarding local infrastructure, resources and opportunities, while profiling some of the people and places integral to the community and inspiring to the world. Lone Mountain Ranch merges an incomparable Montana dude ranch experience with access to Big Sky’s amenities and entertainment, while on the doorstep of the grandeur of Yellowstone National Park. Montana Whitewater highlights the breathtakingly

It may have been the massive peaks glistening in crystalline snow blankets, the vast meadows carpeted in fragrant wildflowers, the impossibly clear lakes and rivers or the day upon day of bright sunshine and powder blue skies, but, at some point in your recent history, Big Sky took hold. As any native will tell you, it’s a hold that never lets up.

Whether you’re here for a visit or the inevitably eventual relocation, welcome home, neighbor, and enjoy — Jessica Bayramian Byerly

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FEATURES

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BIG SKY P ublisher Mike Rey

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Jessica Bayramian Byerly

M arketing D irector Chris Rey

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Jessica Bayramian Byerly T.C. Davidson Anne Marie Mistretta Robyn Erlenbush Ken Lancey Corinne Richardson

Montana Living Big Sky Real Estate

Laura Bell

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Lone Mountain Ranch

Corinne Garcia

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Biggerstaff Construction

William R. Mealer, MD

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Pure West Christie’s Real Estate

Gabor Benda, MD

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Realty Big Sky

Dave Reuss

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Design Associates

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Moonlight Basin

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ERA Landmark Real Estate

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Prime Mortgage Lending Inc.

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Blue Moon Bakery

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Alpenglow Construction

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Montana Expressions

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Big Sky Town Center

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Bozeman Clinic

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Big Sky Shuttle Luxury Travel Service

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Bechtle Architects

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SE Engineers

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Ryan Turner Photography

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Ambiance Lighting Spanish Peaks Mountain Club

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Yellowstone National Park

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This information is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change, withdrawal and approval of purchase by owner. All information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed by Montana Living - Big Sky Real Estate, independent investigation is recommended. For properties being purchased at Spanish Peaks Mountain Club approval for membership is required prior to closing. If you are currently working with another real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Montana Living is a registered trademark of Newwest LLC.

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This information is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change, withdrawal and approval of purchase by owner. All information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed by Montana Living - Big Sky Real Estate, independent investigation is recommended. For properties being purchased at Spanish Peaks Mountain Club approval for membership is required prior to closing. If you are currently working with another real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Montana Living is a registered trademark of Newwest LLC.

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862 Elk Mead ow 6 B ed - 9 Bath - Ski-in/Ski-out $ 6 ,400,000

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Settlement C a b i n # 1 8 5 Bed - 6.5 Bath - Ski-in/Ski-out $ 2 , 3 5 0,000

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This information is subject to errors, omissions, prior sale, change, withdrawal and approval of purchase by owner. All information from sources deemed reliable, but not guaranteed by Montana Living - Big Sky Real Estate, independent investigation is recommended. For properties being purchased at Spanish Peaks Mountain Club approval for membership is required prior to closing. If you are currently working with another real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Montana Living is a registered trademark of Newwest LLC.

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Lone Mountain Ranch It’s a summertime mecca and winter wonderland, a crisp breath of spring air and tantalizing musk of autumn. Surrounded by the beauty and grandeur of Big Sky, on the outskirts of Yellowstone National Park and a stone’s throw from Bozeman and Paradise Valley, Lone Mountain Ranch is a destination within a destination.

For year-round adventure in paradise unparalleled, plan a weekend or weeklong getaway with Lone Mountain Ranch.

Lone Mountain Ranch offers something for everyone. A place to rewind, reflect and create memories, Lone Mountain Ranch is the perfect venue for a hike through beautiful mountains and meadows, an old-fashioned sleigh ride, or a Nordic ski adventure.

With accommodations catering to a Montana wilderness experience with modern resort-style amenities, ranch options range from a romantic two-person cabin to a full-sized log home, all within an intimate and natural setting.

A ranch for all seasons, Lone Mountain Ranch is located 18 miles from Yellowstone National Park, is home to the #1 rated Nordic trail system in North America and boasts a full range of winter activities, including downhill, Nordic and backcountry skiing; snowshoeing; dogsledding; Yellowstone adventuring; and winter fly- and ice-fishing. Guests may also enjoy Big Sky Resort’s 5,700 skiable acres of powder and then return to the ranch for a relaxing evening of fine dining, fellowship and cozy log cabin accommodations. Just two miles down the road, Big Sky Town Center offers a range of culinary delights, entertainment options and shopping as well. Consider participating in an old-fashioned 10 Destination Big Sky 2016

Christmas experience with Lone Mountain Ranch’s popular Sleigh & Stay Special. A local tradition for more than 35 years, enjoy a magical horse-drawn sleigh ride through towering pines and up to the North Fork Cabin where you’ll enjoy a prime rib dinner and local entertainment.

Or celebrate the 100th anniversary of our nation’s first national park by visiting Lone Mountain Ranch during the spring and summer months.

First homesteaded in 1915, Lone Mountain Ranch is honored to share the centennial birthday with a truly one-of-a kind landmark. The ranch provides a wide range of summer activities, including private horseback rides in Yellowstone National Park, mountain biking excursions, down-home BBQ dinners, evening entertainment and an all-inclusive Outdoor Youth Adventures Program. Spend the day with family and friends enjoying horseback riding, floating the Gallatin River or fly-fishing the Madison River with our Orvis-endorsed guides.

When the day is complete, dine on exquisite farm-to-table cuisine prepared by Executive Chef Nick Steen, who was voted a Top 10 Best Chef in America.

Lone Mountain Ranch is a place of rest and relaxation. Our vision is to offer guests a warm welcome and a memorable stay where they can feel comfortable amongst friends. Join us for an epic year here at the ranch as we celebrate both our 100th anniversary and that of our nation’s first national park. For more information on seasonal specials or to book your one-of-a-kind Montana adventure, visit lonemountainranch.com or call 800.514.4644

Be our guest EXPLORE AMERICA’S FIRST NATIONAL PARK FROM BIG SKY’S FIRST GUEST RANCH.

Today’s itinerary: hike or bike out of your cabin, see the wonders of Yellowstone National Park, dine on farm-to-table cuisine and enjoy live music in Big Sky’s Town Center. Tomorrow: fly fish on blue ribbon trout streams.

With lodging and recreation packages, top-quality guides, and 100 years of Montana heritage, Lone Mountain Ranch is the ideal headquarters for your Yellowstone vacation.

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“A must-see attraction.”

-Fodor’s Museum of the Rockies at Montana State University is a Smithsonian Affiliate. Recognized for its dinosaur collection and its permanent regional history exhibits, MOR also thrills visitors with changing exhibits from around the world, the Martin Children’s Discovery Center, the Living History Farm (open summers), and the Taylor Planetarium, featuring a state-of-the-art digital projection system. Visit us and experience MOR.

For more information, visit museumoftherockies.org

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When Bob Biggerstaff built his first custom home in Big Sky over budget. Dealing with water, clay and a sloping landscape can be 35 yearsWhen ago, he considered lifestyle – the look and feel of a home, and a good soils engineer is a requirement building Bob Biggerstaff built his first custom home in Big Sky over 30 years ago, expensive Jerad has developed an appreciation for all aspects of running thefor family business. the viewsheand light,lifestyle the way space accommodates a family and their considered – the look and feel of a home, the views and light, the way in Montana’s Having grownmountainous up wearing a toolterrain. belt, he’s worked in the business from excavation interestsspace – asaccommodates a key designa family component.

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And, after Village earning degree Condominiums. in business with friends.with Realizing that their clients choose Big Skyclients for the same reasons they to finished including the Arrowhead, Hidden andhis Yellowstone ski hill or golfing friends.

Realizing that their choose management andeconomy, marketing at Montana State University, he do, their mission is to build a home that is a true reflection of a client’ s way of life.

With the shifting the company has seen an increase in remodeling Montana for the same reasons they do, their mission is to build a stepped to run the company. projects.in“People who have postponed building their dream home are remodeling home that truly reflects the client’s way of life.

Biggerstaff Construction specializes in custom and single-family homes and existing spaces,” Jerad says. In addition, with the growing movement toward takes pride in the quality of their product and developing client relationships.

Biggerstaff and singleTheConstruction company is small;specializes thus, projectsinarecustom closely managed and costs kept aligned family homes, taking pride in the quality of their product and with the client’s budget. When constraints surface, the Biggerstaff team steps personalized client relationships.

Because the company is in quickly.“Our team excels at coming up with alternate solutionssmall, for finishes projectsthat aregive carefully aligned withthat the samemanaged impressionand or feelcosts that akept client closely wants,” Jerad says, noting costs can alsosurface, quickly derail budget. Dealing withsteps water,in clay and a budgets.excavation When constraints theaBiggerstaff team landscape can be good soils engineersolutions is a requirement quickly. sloping “Our team excels atexpensive comingand upawith alternate for for in Big s mountainous terrain. finishes building that give theSky’ same impression or feel that a client wants,” Jerad says, noting that excavation costs can also quickly derail a

efficiency, the company is building more Energy certified homes.

An energy industry leader, Biggerstaff Construction hasStar been a part of the Biggerstaff Construction has also expanded into the Bozeman area where the construction and development of countless custom, residential construction industry has experienced a speedier recovery; however, they have andnocommercial buildings Big has Skydeep androots throughout thecommunity, Gallatin” plans to leave Big Sky. “Ourin family in the Big Sky Valley – including Arrowhead, remarks Jerad, “and we’ re here for theBeaverhead, long haul.” Lone Mountain Ranch, American Bank Big Sky and Montana Spirits & Wine – and continues to focus on providing Montana residents and businesses with quality construction. “Our family has deep roots in the community,” remarks Jerad, “and we’re here for the long haul.”

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Medical Care at the Mountain In years past, residents and visitors to Big Sky and southwestern Gallatin County had a long way to travel if they needed advanced medical care. That changed with the opening of Montana’s newest hospital, Bozeman Health Big Sky Medical Center, in December 2015.

The laboratory, staffed by clinical laboratory scientists, conducts commonly ordered laboratory tests, providing services for clinic practitioners, emergency testing for the emergency department, and any testing required for hospital patients. The laboratory also provides DOT and drug and alcohol testing.

Big Sky Medical Center is licensed as an acute care hospital and features a four-bed in-patient unit capable of handling a variety of medical conditions. The emergency department – open 24/7/365 – contains six treatment rooms, with two rooms equipped specifically for trauma cases and one for patient observation. Providers at the ER treat injuries and illnesses as well as stabilize trauma. A helipad for air ambulance transport is adjacent to the emergency department.

The medical center features a retail pharmacy and in-patient pharmacy staffed by registered pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

In addition, the hospital includes a diagnostic imaging center staffed by registered radiology technologists. The imaging center offers general radiology and ultrasound services with digital radiography. It features a 64-slice CT scanner, an MRI suite, and a digital portable x-ray unit to support the emergency department.

A specialized medical procedure suite is available to provide gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures.

An integrated electronic medical record system, My Bozeman Health Chart, is fully connected with the entire Bozeman Health system to provide seamless access to patient medical health information. Consultative telemedicine and teleradiology linkages to Bozeman Health and other medical specialists are also available.

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A primary care clinic offers pediatric, adult, women’s health and prenatal care, meeting the goal of promoting the health and wellbeing of the local and visiting population by providing accessible, comprehensive and high-quality medical care for people of all ages.

Big Sky Medical Center is designed to care for a growing and active community. The launch of the new facility means a positive change in healthcare, for Big Sky and beyond, for years to come.

Bozeman Health Big Sky Medical Center is centered on improving the health of the people in southern Gallatin County.

Right in the middle of that commitment is our medical team.

Centered on providing primary care for you and your family, our physicians and health-care professionals will get to know

you, and see you receive the care you need, when you need it. And Big Sky Medical Center Family Medicine Clinic will maintain comprehensive electronic records to coordinate care, guide treatment and improve outcomes.

Bozeman Health Big Sky Medical Center— at the center of community health.

CENTERED ON YOU

(406) 995-6995 | bozemanhealth.org | 334 Town Center Avenue, Big Sky

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It’s the Little Things Realty Big Sky The difference is in the little things, which are sometimes the most important. Realty Big Sky is driven by the client, not the market or commissions or prestige, but by the needs and wants of every customer that enters our office. Companies often speak about customer service, but we know all too well that has little to do with serving, and more to do with appeasing customers after something goes wrong. Our commitment is to serve our clients, to the best of our ability, with unswerving integrity and expertise.

Big Sky is a small community; the agents with whom we interact are friends and neighbors. In business, people often lose sight of this fact. With our company, it’s not about competition, but rather cooperation and building relationships that promote trust. We believe fostering that attitude within Realty Big Sky is beneficial to both the client and the community.

Finally, while most real estate companies are owned by one or two individuals, Realty Big Sky was founded on the belief that each of its agents should have the opportunity to become an owner. This enables each agent to be a part of the decision- and policy-making process of building a successful company, encouraging collaboration between agents rather than competition for clients. As one of our agents put it, “Being involved in the decision-making process and recognizing that an agent’s behavior can reflect not only on the company, but on each agent as an owner, usually results in a desire to perform at the highest level possible.” This, in turn, evidences itself in exceptional customer service as the norm.

We look forward to the opportunity to serve you. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit realtybigsky.com or call 406.995.2500.

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Heath Childree and Toby Zangenberg are proud to announce their recent partnership to provide fully customizable home automation technologies to clientele in Big Sky, the greater Gallatin Valley and throughout the country. With 16 and 23 years of industry experience respectively, Zangenberg and Childree are veterans at designing innovative lighting, audio/visual, utilities and environmental automation systems reflective as much of the home as the homeowner. With each new project completed, Ambiance further solidifies itself as the premier provider of commercial and residential consulting, lighting design and automation systems in Big Sky and beyond, an accolade hard earned through years of personalized service, coordination and collaboration with community partners.

Artists at heart, the pair treat each new build as their muse, each new client the palette and the final architectural plans a canvas upon which they realize the life and years soon to be lived therein. And, with the sprint at which technology continues to advance in home automation, these works of art are only becoming more refined, increasingly elegant in their comprehensive attention to the minutia of life and lifestyle.

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Home automation is an area of exponential technological growth and evolution. Whether the client has a new construction, an older home with conventional switching, or an outdated system, Ambiance can design a system to efficiently and effectively automate any given circumstance.“We call it the The Art of Discovery,” remarks Childree.

Taking the architect’s vision into account, Zangenberg, Childree and their team consult with their clients throughout the planning and building process, facilitating communication between craftsmen and coordinating individual projects.“We optimize both indoor and outdoor spaces, particularly focusing on the architecture of the living spaces to harmonize the structural design and artistic elements while creating points of aesthetic interest,” says Zangenberg.“Bringing life to the home through automation,” the team works closely with each project’s architect, bringing each architectural canvas to life through synergistically integrated systems supporting access, security, service, expansion, and the ultimate ease of use.

But the technological advances are only as valuable as the minds and hands employing them, an arena in which Ambiance, once again, finds itself center stage. In fact, part of Childree and Zangenberg’s

mutual love for this work comes from the constantly changing, always improving range of possibilities and continued need for education, adaptation and creativity.“I always find something that I’m not looking for,” jokes Zangenberg as he points to some of the new styles and innovations in one of many bible-sized catalogues he consults on a regular basis.“The technology is always evolving and the needs and scenarios ever-changing. It’s a surprisingly exciting field of work.”

a part of the family,” Childree states with a smile. A go between dedicated to his clients’ vision, Childree wraps technology around lifestyles, coordinating services, attending meetings, streamlining the construction process and representing Ambiance clients from the drawing board through project completion.“We ask the questions before the answers are needed, exploring the “what ifs” and seeking solutions outside the standard box.”

Each project involves equal parts problem solving, innovation and application, elements Ambiance includes in every one of its detailed electrical and low-voltage design plans. Providing layers of information, Ambiance’s plans are both exhaustive in detail and easily readable, with each layer of information cleanly illustrated and labeled.

Since Zangenberg first opened Ambiance in 2003 (then Ambiance Lighting), he has led the local industry in professional quality lighting design; his partnership with Childree merely fortifies his mastery in the field and vice versa.“I love working in this field, with these clients and these amazing structures,” remarks Zangenberg.“Each house really has its own character, special features, unique spaces. I get to highlight those nuances and accent those features, illuminating the shadows and bringing the home to life.”

But it’s not just about the bigger picture; it’s also about the people and partnerships. Childree specializes in integrating with architects, general contractors, and trades, working within a budget and coordinating all services and providers to create a cohesive plan.

Developing the plan is only the beginning for Childree, however, who prides himself on his commitment to the client.“We really become

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Spanish Peaks Mountain Club:

The Highlands: The Next Generation Mountain Experience

by Corinne Richardson

The Spanish Peaks Mountain Club has a touch of magic that one can only know by having been there and experienced such a special place first hand. First, it’s the quietude and the high alpine landscape with staggering views of Spanish Peaks that captivate, then the friendliness of members congregated around the warm glow of a fire who invite you over for a sunset cocktail, pizza with the kids, or a round of golf on the Tom Weiskopf golf course. Nobody ever forgets that special place where they played as a child, and living at Spanish Peaks, amidst thousands of acres of mountain meadows and woods, is just that magical. Members have access to many privileges that make each outdoor experience unique.

At Fish Camp, situated on four private miles of a fork of the Gallatin River, you can catch trout until the elk come home (literally), hang out at the tent by the campfire telling stories about the one that got away, or camp in one of the two cabins.

The 300-acre golf course designed by the famed Tom Weiskopf, is a masterpiece of mountain-golf design with fairways transitioning to alpine meadows and breathtaking 40-mile views of the Spanish Peaks, Gallatin Range, and the Absaroka

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Beartooth Peaks in Yellowstone National Park. The course is highly playable for all levels and also a challenge, especially given the distractions of incredible views and wildlife. Winter recreation in the Big Sky area is top-ranked with 5,800 acres of downhill skiable terrain and 85 kilometers of Nordic trails.

At Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, everything outdoor adventurers long for has been thought of and offered: miles and miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, camping, or for the less adventurous, glamping experiences, as well as some of the best fly fishing, skiing, and golfing in the west. And, at the center of family social life at Spanish Peaks is the Clubhouse, fitted with a pool, fitness area, outfitting, and exceptional dining and hospitality.

It’s an unforgettable and extraordinary place to live, and you have to admire the ambition of its development company, Lone Mountain Land Company, in creating the rare family-oriented residential community that features an all-season menu of world-class activities. Since its purchase out of bankruptcy in 2013, Lone Mountain Land Company has developed the land

“When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect . . .”

–Aldo Leopold within the Club with special attention to conservation, sustainability, and creating harmony between living, home design, recreation, and nature.

The newest residential community, The Highlands, is a neighborhood located inside the 3,500-acre Spanish Peaks Mountain Club. The neighborhood features mountain living with a contemporary twist, providing cherished privacy along with an opportunity to get to know neighbors, essentially connecting people and environment. The Highlands is nestled in the heart of Spanish Peaks on the high alpine valley above the clubhouse, each 1/3 acre lot offering a variety of alluring views: intimate wooded views, sweeping meadows,

and panoramic vistas of the Spanish Peaks at the north end of the development. The homes, designed by the acclaimed design firm, Sandbox with interiors by Ranch House, have been designed with family oriented and mountain outdoor activities in mind, promoting balance and well-being. Some of the homes offer great ski-in ski-out access. The homes are approximately 3,100 square feet with 5 custom interior design packages. “The entire design, from the clustered development surrounded by open space and year round trail network, to the contemporary home design is very exciting,” says Mark Thorne, CEO of Lone Mountain Land Company.

The community is thoughtfully built with a reverence for Big Sky’s immeasurable cultural inheritance and wild, open spaces – a resource that is precious and heightens the sense of experience and value for people who visit and choose to live there.

Standout architectural elements include interiors flowing seamlessly from one area to the next, undivided floor to ceiling windows that flood the space with light, letting the great outdoors in, and open interiors extending outward to

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Additionally, The Highlands neighborhood has been uniquely designed to incorporate easy access to the outdoor adventures in and surrounding Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, and, according to Thorne, to accommodate membership growth and the current trend toward members staying longer than the traditional 1-2 weeks. Now, with all the outstanding amenities, members are staying 1-2 months. Connection to the Big Sky trail system has been a vital part of LMLC’s development vision says Thorne. “With rising visitation over the years, a critical part of our growth has been to systematically develop connected trails in the Big Sky area. In close partnership with Big Sky Resort and the Big Sky Community Corporation, LMLC builds miles of trails each year. The Highlands will connect to a network of ski, bike and hiking trails that link to Big Sky community and the Town Center, Moonlight Basin, and Madison Valley. A trail map highlighting all the spokes and hubs of the trail system will be published next year.

large decks to enhance indoor-outdoor living. Interiors range from cool contemporary with lighter hues and the clean lines of an architect-designed modern home, to warm, earthy tones and more traditional cabinetry, all featuring textured, indigenous materials such as reclaimed wood and stone. Exterior materials vary to accentuate the diversity of the homes.

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The new Highlands is an ideal sanctuary for families and friends to unwind. With international and private jet connections just 50 miles away, a host of all season world-class activities and a vibrant town center with a new medical center, and its proximity to Yellowstone National Park, who wouldn’t want to leave the hectic world behind and live and recreate at the Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, a place of spectacular raw beauty and continuous discovery. The Highlands offering will be available Christmas 2015. For more information, contact Lone Mountain Land Company at 888-617-6169 or visit spanishpeaksmountainclub.com.

F IND YOUR P L AC E IN T HE UNI V E R SE Introducing The Highlands, a new neighborhood with mountain homes near skiing and the Clubhouse. Starting under $2 million.

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At Home with

Design Associates

“I deeply believe that a beautiful décor can have a beneficial influence on our lives.”

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With a mission of uncompromised simplicity and sophistication, the trademarks of Design Associates interiors are invitingly luxurious. Seamlessly blending each client’s vision and unique space—whether residential, commercial, or hospitality—the team of Design Associates have been beautifying spaces since 1998.

Featured in homes in Montana, Wyoming, Washington, South Dakota and throughout the U.S., Design Associates’ work represents many years of collaboration with a cherished family of clients. Each deftly appointed interior completed by Design Associates reflects their expertise in all aspects of design concepts, from space planning to full project management and contract administration. Drawing on a vast network of resources from around the world, interiors encompass a range of styles and accents, from elegantly minimalist designs to warm, charmingly rustic spaces.

A third generation native of Montana, Principle/Senior Designer Lynette Zambon, ASID, established Design Associates in 1998. Zambon studied interior design at Montana State University (MSU) and received her National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ), American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) in 2000. With over 20 years of interior design experience, Lynette works with each client to define a design vocabulary reflective of the client’s own personality and Lynette’s unique design sensibilities. Her interiors incorporate a love of beautiful fabrics, clean lines, textures and classic design. Her acute attention to detail and sense of style has earned her a loyal clientele.

In 1999, Design Associates welcomed Senior Designer Carol Merica. Also a Montana local and MSU graduate, Carol received her national accreditation with NCIDQ, ASID in 1998 and currently serves on the MSU interior design program advisory board. Creating classic interiors infused with rich color palettes and a range of textures, Carol finds her greatest inspiration in nature. She expertly incorporates local landscapes as well as the experiences she acquires through travel, photography and her love of reading into her signature designs.

With the skill, knowledge, and ability to create remarkable interiors Lynette and Carol harmonize beauty and drama for each individual client, no matter how big or how small. Have your space become a signature of your lifestyle, imagination, and dreams. Design Associate is located at 962 Stoneridge Drive, Suite #1 in Bozeman. For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 406.582.8979 or visit dainteriors.com.

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GIVE THE MOUNTAINS TO YOUR KIDS

Introducing new mountain ski homes in two new neighborhoods – Lake Cabins and The Timbers – both near Ulery’s Lake. Starting under $1 million.

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Building Dreams At

Moonlight Basin

by Corinne Richardson

When you think about dazzling Rocky Mountain views endlessly unfolding before you, dense pine forests teeming with wildlife, and the unlimited recreational opportunities of Moonlight Basin, you quickly understand its appeal and why people return to this community year after year. It’s a place of dreams, and big dreams are being built at Moonlight thanks to the dedication of its development company, Lone Mountain Land Company. For starters, commanding one of the best locations in Big Sky, is the recently completed Reserve, a world-class Jack Nicklaus Signature private golf course and clubhouse that opened in the summer of 2015. Also to debut this year, two new residential neighborhoods at Ulery’s Lake, The Timbers and Lake Cabins.

THE RESERVE – Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course Nestled into the hillside, The Reserve’s new clubhouse appears then disappears into the mountain sagebrush. Built of wood, glass and native stone, the architecture of the new clubhouse is contemporary and blends in with its natural surroundings. From the moment you walk through the door, you are enchanted by the grandeur of the panoramic views seen through ¬the expansive wall of windows lining the interior. All you see are greens and mountains, lodge pole pines and expansive Montana skies. The interior wood, including unique birch walls, through its colors, grains, and patterns expresses the poetry of the rugged landscape outside, reflecting a past of storms and droughts and stories of 38 Destination Big Sky 2016

the land. Standing inside the clubhouse is like standing in an Ansel Adams photograph. Spacious, flooded with natural light, and perfectly aligned with the practice range, the views are extraordinary. “You can see forty miles, with rugged views of the Tobacco Roots, Spanish Peaks, Madison Range, Beehive and Lone Peak, yet still have the intimate feel of being on a prairie,” notes Mike Wilcynski, Director of Club Operations and Membership.

Designed by architect Reid Smith and built by Big Sky Build, the clubhouse’s intimate scale, sod roof, stone walls, and the way it settles unobtrusively into the landscape, “lets the golf course and scenery do the talking,” says golf pro, Greg Wagner. It’s the most scenic course Wagner has seen anywhere, noting that no rooftops are visible from the course in keeping with original owner, Lee Poole’s, goals of conservation. Wagner further notes that very little earth was moved while creating the course thanks to Jack Nicklaus’ vision to design the greens and fairways to complement the natural contours of the terrain.

The scale and breathtaking views are undeniably a large part of what makes the golf course so special. To give a sense of scale, in addition to the 800 acres of jaw-dropping vistas, there are 8.5 miles of cart path, and the 6th green is more than 2 miles away from the 15th green. “Each hole has a unique view and design, which reflects Nicklaus’ genius,” Wilcynski notes. Ask any member, guest, or golf pro about their favorite hole, and

the response is likely to be “all 18.” Jack Nicklaus takes pride in the fact that all 18 holes are truly unique, both in views and playability notes Wilcynski. “On most golf courses, you can play the course with 5 clubs, but Moonlight requires all 14 because each hole presents a new and exciting challenge each round,” adds Wilcynski. Most of the course plays downhill and meanders up and down with very few blind spots, and the course is designed for all levels, appealing to golfers of any skillset. The 17th hole, a 777 yard par 5 is famous for its bragging rights with its 400 yard downhill drive, says Wagner, adding that at hole 6, players have a visceral “oh my God” moment with the trifecta views of Cedar Mountain, Lone Peak and Fan Mountain. At Hole 7, a par 3 over a mountain pond graced with lily pads, with Lone Peak and Fan Mountain standing sentry behind the green, players experience a tranquil calm as the light and colors shift from one moment to the next.

known to extend their playtime from 4 hours to 6, kicking their feet up on the patio with a cold beer, admiring the wildlife and seclusion.

The seductive stretch of views will surely linger in your heart, and as Wilcynski aptly quips, “if you’re not in love with these views, you’re not in love with anything.” But there’s far more than the views to fall in love with at The Reserve. Like the new favorite amenity stemming from Montana’s storied past: the comfort station located between hole 12 and 13, a refurbished log cabin that was built in the 1800s. Stylishly rebuilt, the cabin now features restrooms, snacks, and beer on tap. Members have been

The Timbers

And there’s the world-class 9-hole par 3 practice course that features a warm up, teaching, and short game area and several putting greens. Instruction and junior programs are held here to help members grow their game says Wagner. “You can practice your swing and any conceivable shot in the practice facility,” Wagner adds, “or Mom and Dad can play the 18-hole course while the kids play 9 in the practice area.” Other amenities include a retail shop, bar with impeccable service, and the favored gathering place¬– a 1,200 square foot outdoor patio with a fire pit where passionate conversations are had about the best moments in mountain golf and lifetime memories made.

In addition to completing The Reserve, this winter, Moonlight Basin will offer two new neighborhoods in the 8,100-acre community. The Timbers, a residential neighborhood situated in a private wooded setting near Ulery’s Lake, features ten homes adjoining Moonlight’s future Stage Coach lift. Each residence is nestled in the pines affording privacy, yet, with stunning views and easy ski-in ski-out access. According to executive Vice Destination Big Sky 2016 39

President, Alex Iskenderian, two model homes will be offered in the Timbers: a 5-bedroom 5.5 bath home approximately 4,100 square feet, and a 6-bedroom 6.5 bath home approximately 4,600 square feet. The homes are designed in contemporary mountain craftsman style by the distinguished Hart Howerton firm known for their exceptional attention to detail and craftsmanship. The customized interiors feature floor-to-ceiling windows in the great rooms giving the sensation of living in nature, and open concept kitchens connect to great rooms keeping everyone in the conversation.

Lake Cabins

Moonlight’s Lake Cabins are modern rustic cabins on serene Ulery’s Lake with striking views of Lone Mountain and Spanish Peaks. On a clear autumn day, Lone Peak mirrors quietly in the lake as elk bugle and wend their way through the woods.

Designed by the acclaimed architectural firm, Lake/Flato, the cabins are a fresh take on authentic, comfortable living and reflect Lake/Flato’s vision of environmentally sensitive, artful design.

The year-round residences are 1,500 or 1,800 square feet with all the modern creature comforts, perfect for those who prefer not to own a large second home. “The cabins are thoughtfully sited around lake to take advantage of the views and natural beauty,” says Iskenderian, “as well as provide privacy and convenient access to the future Stage Coach lift which is an easy walk from the Lake Cabin residences.”

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At Ulery’s Lake, many journeys begin. Some at the dock and outfitter station, a rustic yurt, where residents can push away on a paddleboard, canoe, or kayak, go fly fishing, or in the winter, ice skating and Nordic skiing on the nearby forested trails. And here, lakeside, there are mysteries and surprises, too. If you know just where to look, nestled in the lodge pole pines, you’ll see the breezy, perfectly crafted tree houses where kids hang out and imaginations come to life.

Both The Timbers and Lake Cabin residential neighborhoods offer character, privacy, views and tranquility, as well as world-class amenities and outdoor activities. There is endless magic to be experienced at Moonlight Basin’s alluring 8,100-acre wilderness community where more and more people are coming to play and stay in this beautiful living environment. As dreams are built, Moonlight Basin seems to get better and better with each passing year. The Timbers and Lake Cabins offerings are available at Christmas, 2015.

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Winter Wonderland

Discovering our National Parks and Beyond

By Robyn Erlenbush, Broker/Owner, ERA Landmark Real Estate

As the days grow shorter, the weather turns cooler, and all of summer’s allure begins to fade, people start to prepare for the winter months ahead in two very different ways. For some, this means holing up in front of the fire and enjoying quiet pursuits until spring arrives. For others, the cold brings snow and so many opportunities to enjoy our area under a blanket of white.

A most incredible phenomenon that should be experienced by any Montana resident or visitor at least once in a lifetime (though I recommend much more often) is the transformation of Yellowstone National Park ( YNP) from a swarming tourist destination to a majestic winter wonderland.

Snowcoaches, snowmobiles and crosscountry skiing become the predominant modes of transportation, and the solitude that can be found gives the feeling of being in a whole new park.

The waterfalls change to magical ice cone sculptures, and the experience of seeing Old Faithful under a full moon in the deafening quiet is second to none. Snowshoes are rented, iceskating commences, and winter wildlife safaris are booked.

Established in 1872 as our nation’s first national park, YNP visitation has grown exponentially over time. When the numbers were roughly tracked in the early years, there were reportedly 300 visitors in the inaugural year of 1872. By 1923, visitation numbers surpassed the 100,000 mark. Move forward to 1948 and the 1 million-visitor benchmark was met. 2010 saw a record setting year with a total of 3,640,205 noted visits. And for 2015, the park recently announced it had exceeded 4 million visitors. Considering that three of the five entrances are located in Montana ( West Yellowstone, Gardiner and Cooke City), that ensures an incredible amount of impact on Montana’s economy.

A few facts that fascinate me are the size and complex nature of the park, which is larger than the states of Rhode Island and Delaware combined, at 2,219,789 acres. During the fires of 1988, approximately 36% of the park burned. Now, a mere 27 years later, one can barely notice the devastation. YNP is home to one of the 42 Destination Big Sky 2016

world’s largest calderas with over 10,000 thermal features and 300 geysers. Yellowstone Lake is the largest high attitude lake in North American. With over 1,100 native plant species and 400 thermophiles (an organism that thrives in relatively high water and ground temperatures), 322 types of birds and 77 different mammals, there is plenty of diversity to compliment the humans.

To the north, our other national park, Glacier, also morphs in the winter months to a serene experience in nature. Glacier National Park was established in 1910 and encompasses more than 1 million acres. 2015 numbers are expected to top the 2014 record of 2,338,528 visitors. Guided snowshoe walks are very popular on the weekends during the first few months of the year. Cross country skiing is another way to experience the park up close and personal during the snowy season.

Downhill skiing and snowboarding in Montana is one of our many claims to fame. Whitefish Mountain Resort ranked #9 in SKI Magazine’s 2016 Best Ski Resort in the West report. This reader’s poll placed the resort in the top 10 for value, service, and overall. Whitefish was the only resort that was included in both service and value at that

level, which is especially encouraging to find a top notch resort that is affordable. “Big Mountain,” as it is locally known, offers 3,000 acres of trails and terrains with 105 marked trails, meaning there is truly something for every level of skier.

Big Sky Resort, which now includes Moonlight Basin, lives up to its name. One of the superfluous draws for those from larger metropolitan areas is the remote nature of the location. You are truly away from it all. The pull for the locals is the outright remarkable skiing. With 5,800 acres that includes 300 named runs on 4 mountains, Big Sky’s variety and size are unsurpassed. A true destination skiing adventure, over 440,000 skier visits were recorded during the 2014-15 season. If you haven’t taken in a day of skiing at Big Sky, it is one to put on the schedule for beginners and experts alike.

An additional nod goes to Red Lodge Mountain with their tagline of “Just great snow, great people, and an authentic experience in Montana’s Rocky Mountains.” Ski and snowboard enthusiasts from the eastern part of our state give kudos to these 1,600 acres on Custer National Forest with 65 trails and groomed slopes. In addition to the 250 inches of average snowfall, the snowmaking system in place is touted as the largest capacity system in the Northern Rockies.

Bridger Bowl (Bozeman), Discovery Ski Area (Philipsburg), Great Divide (Marysville), Showdown (Neihart), Maverick Mountain (Polaris) and Montana Snowbowl (Missoula) are a few other examples of our Montana mountain ranges providing high quality, downhill entertainment throughout the snowy season. With at least fifteen ski areas, the chances of finding one near you are pretty favorable.

A perhaps lesser known but substantial winter activity comes in the form of ice climbing. The level of participation can be better understood from the upcoming 19th Annual Bozeman Ice Climbing Festival. Events during the festival include clinics (including women’s only and kids only) for all skill levels plus the UIAA Bozeman World Cup. Climbers from around the globe who are Olympic caliber will gather in Bozeman to do what they do best. What better way to be exposed to a new outdoor adventure than from the pros?

Besides in both of the national parks mentioned above, there is ample opportunity for cross country skiing throughout our state. Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky was voted #1 Nordic Ski Resort in North American by Cross Country Skier magazine. Lolo Pass, Bohart Ranch

near Bozeman, Mt. Haggin Nordic Ski Area by Anaconda, and Red Lodge Area Trails are names that come up often in the cross country circles. It is a fabulous sport that the whole family can enjoy and also happens to provide a great cardio workout during this often more sedentary time of year.

Though renowned for Blue Ribbon fly fishing in our area, a different version of fishing makes its way to the forefront for the coldest months in Montana. The fish are still biting, albeit under a layer of thick ice.

Hot spots across the state include various bays along the shoreline of Flathead Lake, Georgetown Lake near Anaconda, Canyon Ferry Lake between Townsend and Helena, and of course Fort Peck Lake which is most notably the place to go to with your ice fishing supplies. Keep in mind that lakes and reservoirs across our sizable state give ample opportunity to try out this sport.

Snowmobiling, dog sledding, and sleigh rides also receive their own searchable categories on the www.visitmt.com winter section of activities to try throughout the state. These options all provide a way to enjoy the great outdoors from off the beaten track viewpoints.

This winter, when the stunning combination of clear, blue skies and a coat of fresh white snow are outside your window, I highly recommend that you don an extra layer of clothes and head outside to experience our incomparable winter glory in any fashion.

Originally published in Distinctly Montana. Reprinted with permission.

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E R A B i g S k y. c o m

Turning visitors into locals for 40 years.

ERA Landmark Big Sky | 406-995-3444 | 36 Center Lane, Meadow Village, Big Sky, MT 59716

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CRB Broker Owner Each office independently owned and operated.

Staying for a Lifetime Finance The Perfect Vacation Home With Prime Mortgage Lending, Inc.

Prime Mortgage Lending, Inc. (PMLI) Branch Manager Caroline Roy got her start in the lending industry after purchasing her first home in Livingston, MT in 2006. Roy found herself fascinated by the individualized problem solving process of home ownership, from realizing financial goals to unlocking the front door. Interestingly, in purchasing her first house, Roy discovered her professional home.

Initially a Mortgage Broker, Roy worked with many different lenders to seek out avenues for each unique scenario. When the mortgage industry’s financial meltdown crept into the Montana economy, Roy was able to evolve with the market and her customers. Actualizing that evolution, Roy started her branch of PMLI in June of 2011, seizing the opportunity to team up with a small, innovative company that put its customers first.

Roy approaches every new loan as a puzzle waiting to be solved, building strong relationships with lenders and customers alike while investing in the Bozeman community. As a Mortgage Banker, Roy is able to provide in-house underwriting and processing, ensuring faster turn times and transparency in the lending process. She also has the ability to work with a variety of investors and shop for the best option for her customers, providing an unparalleled experience in the lending market. Unlike a bank that only has one standardized set of products, PMLI can work with over a dozen different banks and financial institutions while keeping the underwriting in house. The result: better programs, better pricing and a better experience for the customer.

The housing markets in Bozeman and Big Sky have had a great recovery over the last few years. As a result, the market for second homes, investment properties and vacation rentals has been booming. So many folks come for a vacation and can’t seem to leave Montana behind. A vacation rental owner herself, Roy has a property in Island Park, Idaho – where she is also licensed – and has seen that market become quite active. With interest rates still low, buying second homes has been more attainable for many. Roy is excited about this recovery, knowledgeable about these markets and incisively capable of coordinating primary or secondary loans in Big Sky, West Yellowstone and Island Park.

Despite the activity and recovery in the Real Estate market in and around Big Sky, there is still an abundance of misinformation surrounding the lending industry.

Realizing that many lending professionals pass over challenging customers in favor of the “perfect borrower,” Roy makes it a priority to help customers of all ages and backgrounds to develop a better understanding of all of the options available to them. Sometimes taking the time to slow down and walk through a scenario can help to reveal an ideal option for a customer that wasn’t immediately apparent.

Below, Roy answers some common questions about the mortgage business and lending industry at large.

Q: Can I buy a vacation or second home without 20% down?

CR: Yes. Vacation and second homes are very common in our area and some investment programs require as little as 10% for a down payment.

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Q: I’ve just retired and have a lot of assets, but not a lot of income. Is there still a way to qualify for a home loan?

CR: Yes. If you are of retirement age, we can work with you and your financial advisor to set up a distribution schedule that can work as a stable source of income. This allows you to keep your assets productive, while taking advantage of low rates on a financed property.

Q: I’d like to buy a house, but I don’t have 20% down. Are there any loan options for someone like me?

CR: Absolutely. Most borrowers don’t have 20% down these days. We can do FHA loans with 3.5% down. We also have USDA loans that offer 100% financing.

With this program, we can lend anywhere that is on the eligible maps with the USDA. You may be thinking that it has to be very rural, but in fact this program includes Belgrade, Big Sky, Livingston, Manhattan, Three Forks and anywhere in Bozeman that is considered out of city limits. Most of Montana and Idaho qualify for this great program. In addition to those programs, we also do a lot of VA loans that offer 100% financing.

Conventional loans require 5% down on the purchase of a primary residence. There is also a program for First Time Homebuyers that allows for just 3% down on a conventional loan.

Q: I’m interested in a jumbo loan.

Can you help us with this, or do I need to talk to my bank?

CR: PMLI does some great jumbo programs. A jumbo loan is anything over the conventional loan limit of $417,000 for our area. We offer many programs for primary residences and second homes. In most cases, the rates and down payment requirements are very similar to the conventional programs.

Q: I’m interested in helping my son/daughter purchase a home; how can I help?

CR: We have several programs to help with this situation. Many times, a recent graduate has a great source of income, but hasn’t had the time to save for a down payment. In this case, we can utilize gift funds to help with the purchase. At other times, a recent change in employment doesn’t show sufficient income and the parents are willing to co-sign to help their child(ren) buy a house. We have a few programs for this situation, as well.

Q: We recently paid cash for a property but would love to reinvest the funds elsewhere. Can you help us to refinance our property?

CR: Certainly. We can begin the process for a refinance as early as the day that you close on the property. We have seen this more and more as folks pay cash for fear of missing out on the bidding process. As long as the funds were your own at the time of purchase, we can pull it back out for you to put back into investments or elsewhere.

Q: When should I talk to a lender?

CR: If you’re renting and are curious about what options you may have, anytime is a great time to get prequalified. We don’t charge anything for this service and

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look at it as an opportunity to help you to start planning ahead to get you into a home. For some people, that is right away. For others, it may take some planning to pay off debts, fix credit errors or save more money. The sooner we can identify your strengths and weaknesses, the sooner we can develop a strategy to help you prepare for when the right house comes along.

Q: How do I find the right lender for me?

CR: The market place offers a number of lending options. There are banks, brokers and mortgage bankers. As a mortgage banker, we offer many different programs and are able to shop for the best rates while still funding our own loans.

Ultimately, the right fit is really about finding the right person with whom to work.

You want to find a loan officer that cares about your situation and can help you to find the program that best suits your needs. At PMLI, it’s important for us to give each customer our full attention and focus.

We also offer flexible hours, unlike many banks, because we know that your job and family come first. Relationships are what drive our business and we strive to build a great foundation with each customer. We want to be here for you now and down the road.

Q: What kind of documentation will I need to provide to get pre-approved?

CR: If you are self-employed, then we would like to see your tax returns from the last two years. If you are a wage earner, then we would like to see your W2s for the last two years and your two most recent paystubs. While not required for a prequalification, we like to look at your credit report and your income to determine your loan eligibility as it is helpful in determining which of the many options are available to you and your unique situation.

PMLI is a mortgage lending institution that prides itself in providing superior financial services to Montanans. With a mission to provide high quality mortgage programs at the most competitive mortgage rates in Montana and Idaho, PMLI’s home loan programs include purchase, refinance, debt consolidation, construction take-out loans and home improvement loans tailored to each unique situation. For more information, contact Caroline at 406.624.6330. Prime Mortgage Lending, Inc. is located at 1351 Stoneridge Dr. Suite C in Bozeman. Caroline Roy NMLS # 271203, Prime Mortgage Lending, Inc. NMLS # 69551, Equal Housing Lender. Or apply online at www.primemortgagemontana.com.

Born and raised in rural Maine, Caroline Roy moved to Bozeman in 2003 after graduating from Middlebury College. She met and married her husband, Jasper, a Bozeman native, soon thereafter. In addition to keeping up with her sons Sylvain, Peter and Oscar and Labrador Moxie, Caroline is an avid gardener with a passion for achieving a great harvest in Bozeman’s challenging growing environment. She also enjoys hunting, skiing and taking advantage of the endless outdoor opportunities Montana has to offer. It is that intrinsic joy and real love of this area that informs Roy’s commitment to helping others realize their futures here as well.

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Blue Moon Bakery:

Feeding Big Sky for Over Ten Years

Big Sky is unique—but it’s not the alpine setting, or the countless acres of skiing, or the proximity to Yellowstone. It’s the town’s history— or more correctly, its lack of history. This town didn’t inherit a back-story like almost everywhere else in the world. In a place only established a short 40 years ago by NBC anchorman Chet Huntley, Big Sky has had to make its own history over the last four decades. There are no families that have been here for four or five generations; people aren’t here because their family homesteaded this land or rode in on a wagon for the gold rush.

No one really inherits Big Sky— everyone that comes to this young town is here because they’ve chosen to, uprooting themselves and building their new life in shadow of Lone Peak. They arrive as transplants, tasked with building their own network of friends, family, and support.

As a staple of the community, Blue Moon Bakery has gone a long way toward helping Big Sky evolve from a resort town into a real community, providing jobs, support, and tens of thousands of pizzas over the years. “It’s something we’re happy to do,” says owner Christian Johnsen. If you’ve ever been to Blue Moon, you’ve probably spotted him in the back, sporting a big mop of grey dreadlocks and a wide smile that comes easily. He and his wife Amy run the Bakery—but only when there’s not fresh 48 Destination Big Sky 2016

powder: both are avid skiers and season-pass holders at Big Sky. As ski bums living in Snowbird, Utah, the Johnsens moved up to Montana in 1997, originally intending to open a deli of some sort in the booming college town of Bozeman. Once the snow started to fall, they came up to Big Sky, and—just like everyone else—they were floored by the dramatic view of Lone Peak as they turned off the highway. The couple decided to stay.

After a few years of holding down resort jobs and enjoying life on the slopes, they turned their focus back to their restaurant ambitions. In the heart of Big Sky, they purchased a local momand-pop bakery that was struggling to keep up. It focused on baked goods, but offered the occasional bagel and sandwich as well. Since Amy and Christian bought the location in March of 2001, they’ve expanded more than they ever thought they would, evolving the menu to include the ski-hill staple of pizza, hot sandwiches, sweet treats, and plenty more.

As years went by, they later added delivery service, renovated the upstairs of their building for additional seating, and expanded their menu to offer dinner and delivery service. They still remain true to their bakery roots, and even sell their bread to different local restaurants and grocery stores around town. Feeding

tourists and locals alike, they pride themselves on made-fromscratch food created in a family atmosphere. “We start with flour, water, yeast and salt, and come away with a finished product,” Christian says.

On any day of the week at nearly any time, you can walk in and observe the bustle of Blue Moon: employees laughing, customers chatting, dance music playing—and Christian happily taking orders at the register. When ski season is in full swing, the line can sometimes stretch out the door—a fact that few patrons really seem bothered by.

But while atmosphere is important when it comes to restaurants, what it really all comes down to is the food. Blue Moon’s flagship product is their pizza, which is delicious, cheesy, flavorful, and served up in thick slices that cover the entire plate—or delivered in boxes heavy enough to strain your biceps. Their breakfast selection is just what you need to fuel a hard day of skiing, and they have a beer and wine selection for when you get back from the hill.

To help build the community, they’re constantly agreeing to just about any non-profit or charity that comes to their door. “We usually say yes to everything,” Christian says, and lists the groups they’ve helped over the years with donations of money, pizza, or time: the Rotary Club, Eagle Mount, the Big Sky School District, and sponsoring a softball team and two holes on the disk golf course, among others. “It’s part of our responsibility as business owners to give something back.”

Blue Moon is proud to offer Big Sky residents a job with a family atmosphere, creating a network of support for those who have left the safety of their old homes for the adventure of a new one. There are over 25 people on the schedule nowadays—most of them in their early to late twenties—joking and having fun while working, and more than happy to hang out with each other after their shifts end. “We try to create a support system for our young staff, many of whom are living away from family for the first time,” Christian says.

The recession hit Blue Moon just like everyone else, but now the sounds of construction are back in Big Sky—hammers swinging, saws buzzing, dozers pushing dirt—and both the town and the Bakery are stronger than they’ve ever been. The future sees Blue Moon adding another line for pick-up and grab-and-go orders, expanding things to alleviate the familiar wait to get coffee and pastries in the morning. Another big addition will be their new pizza oven, able to crank out up to 70 pies an hour, upping their production by a healthy 33%. “This will really boost capacity and shorten waiting time during our peak hours,” Christian says.

2014 looks to be their biggest season yet, and both Christian and Amy are happy to be making pizza, raising their family, and building the community of Big Sky for years to come. “We feel very fortunate to have found a way to make a living in such a beautiful place,” Christian says.

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Big Sky Resort

With a range of 300 beginner, intermediate, advance and expert runs seamlessly spread throughout 5,800 skiable acres, Big Sky Resort (BSR) is a skier’s paradise. BSR offers 4,350 vertical drop and nearly two acres (that’s more than a football field) of space per skier and, at an average of 3,000 skiers per day, the resort also has a fraction of the skiers at metropolitan resorts of similar size, facilitating fewer lines and more time on the slopes. Add to the mix consistent snowfall and the spectacular Lone Peak tram – which, at 11,166 feet, offers 300° of skiing and views of three states and two national parks – and BSR truly earns its title as Home of the Biggest Skiing in America®.

But, it’s not all about the skiing. The resort is also replete with worldclass dining, a range of shops, and a host of seasonal events and activities for the whole family. With dining options ranging from elegant alpine fare at Everett’s 8800 to a rustic plate with the Montana Dinner Yurt experience to a burger or pizza, everyone will be happy (and full).

Shops throughout Mountain Mall, Village Center, Big Sky Town Center and Meadow Village offer outdoor gear, memorabilia, designer clothing and accessories, sundries and much more.

For the thrill-seeker, activities such as ziplining, snowshoeing and high ropes course start in the heart of the Mountain Village, within close proximity to BSR lodging. Nearby, Nordic skiing, sleigh-ride dinners, ice climbing excursions and snowmobile/snowcoach tours provide for plenty of off-slope adventure. Kids can easily burn off energy at the kids club or on the bungee trampoline, climbing wall or giant

swing. Finally, in addition to popular ski events like the Dummy Jump, Headwaters Spring Runoff and Pond Skim throughout the season, BSR also hosts the SnoBar outdoor dance club in January and the Big Sky Big Grass music festival in February. And after all of the excitement and adventure, Solace Spa & Salon – featuring a plush relaxation room, a full-service hair salon, massaging pedi-thrones, manicure stations and six tranquil treatment rooms for a full menu of facials and massages – can provide for much needed restoration and rejuvenation.

With over 800 hotel rooms and suites, as well as a broad range of condominium and vacation home options, Big Sky Central Reservations® offers the widest selection of accommodations in the area and has the facilities to comfortably provide for anything from a romantic weekend getaway to a business convention. And transportation to and from BSR couldn’t be more convenient. Most transportation services from Bozeman Yellowstone international Airport (BZN) deliver guests directly to the front door of the Huntley Lodge, Shoshone Condominiums, Summit Hotel or Yellowstone Conference Center for check-in, where bellmen are available to assist with luggage and staff are ready to fulfill any imminent needs.

Situated in the breathtaking expanse of the Northern Rockies of southwest Montana between Bozeman, Montana and Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky is both a vacation destination and a gracious, charming community and Big Sky Resort is at its heart. For more information or to book your next getaway, visit bigskyresort.com or call 800.548.4486.

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Geyser Whitewater: The Choice of the First Family by laura Bell

Looking for a way to escape the dog days of summer? Take a heartstopping or casual float down the Gallatin River with Geyser Whitewater.

A family-owned business for over two decades, Geyser not only offers rafting, but also ziplining in conjunction with Big Sky Resort, mountain bike rentals, an indoor climbing wall and a combination rafting and horseback ride adventure. Families, be sure to buy the Family Adventure Pass, Big Sky's best deal, which allows a family of four unlimited climbing wall, boat and stand up paddle board rentals on Lake Levinsky for a week.

At Geyser’s helm is Eric Becker, a veteran of over a hundred rivers in nearly a dozen different countries. Before moving to Montana, Becker guided on more than 25 western rivers from Colorado to California, Washington and Oregon. It’s obvious he and the crew have a great time with guests, while adhering to the motto, “Safety First.” Geyser is Big Sky's only locally-owned river outfitter. All of the guides are trained in CPR, First Aid and river rescue and adventure seekers are provided with the finest equipment available.

With glowing endorsements by both the First Family (Michele Obama and daughters took an unforgettable trip with Geyser three summers ago) and the Vice President, an almost unheard of 100% rating on TripAdvisor and thousands of return clientele, it would be understandable if the hardworking crew at Geyser might want to rest on their laurels. But not so, says Becker, “We strive to provide our guests with the most memorable experience and are always seeking new ways to improve.”

Most first-time rafters have many questions. The following information from the Geyser website is helpful in planning a trip.

What should I wear on the river?

Always bring a long-sleeved fleece jacket or wool sweater to wear under a wetsuit while on the river. For every trip, Geyser recommends rafters wear a bathing suit or pair of shorts under wetsuits and booties, which can be rented. A wetsuit and booties typically add significant comfort during the trip. Geyser also provides a nylon rafting jacket to ward off some spray. A

post-trip sweatshirt or fleece jacket for comfort after a day on the water is also recommended. Sandals don't offer much protection and tend to fall off easily in a swim, so Geyser recommends booties or tennis shoes.

Sunglasses, especially prescription glasses, should have a strap, available at our store, or other retainer that cinches tight. Use sunscreen, but don't apply on your forehead or the backs of your legs as it may run into your eyes or cause you to be slipping all over the boat.

I've never been rafting before. Which trips are best for me?

All Geyser trips can be enjoyed regardless of experience. During high water, Geyser does impose age limitations on some sections of river and will recommend a trip suitable for your particular party. Rafters must be a minimum of six years old. Geyser is unable to accommodate pregnant women due to safety restrictions. No alcohol or drugs are allowed before or after trips. Geyser lifejackets fit people with a maximum torso of 52".

I have a family with young children. Which trips can I take?

Geyser’s minimum age for all trips is six years old; however, water levels may further limit participants. Geyser often has a section of river to float even if another section requires a problematic age limit. As a rule, if visiting in June with kids younger than 14, choose the Upper Whitewater or Scenic Float. Visitors in July with children ages six to 10 should probably select the Upper Float, but the Lower may be available. In August, kids six and older can generally participate in all of the trips.

What happens on a typical trip? How are the boats set up?

Rafters meet at the Geyser shop 30 minutes before departure. After checkin, staff will distribute gear and rafters can use provided changing facilities to prepare. Rafters will also have time to buy any last minute supplies or a snack before the trip. Participants receive free entertainment by the awesome group of Geyser guides while shuttling to the river. Each rafter is given a paddle and then the trip leader will provide a thorough safety talk, a vital 10 minutes or so of information. Rafters should then be ready to begin the river trip. A typical raft seats six to seven people and a guide, and has hold-on handles for every rafter. Upon approaching some of the rapids, the guide will provide rafters with further instruction on how to navigate.

It looks like rain. Will the trip still go?

Most rafting trips go, rain or shine. Occasionally, due to circumstances beyond our control, such as high or low water, lightning, etc., Geyser must cancel or postpone a trip.

Is rafting dangerous?

Rafting is thrilling, exciting, wet, wild and unbelievably fun. However, as with all adventure sports, there is an inherent risk involved. That risk contributes to the excitement and is one of the reasons that people enjoy it so much.

Geyser Whitewater is the closest rafting to West Yellowstone and Big Sky, conveniently located on Highway 191, less than one mile south of the Big Sky turnoff. For more information, please call 800-914-9031 or visit www.raftmontana.com.

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Integrative Dentistry

oral healthOral for every body Health for Every As you make healthier choices for yourself and your family As you make healthier choices for yourself and your family – cutting out processed foods high in sugar and partially – cutting out processed foods high in sugar and partially hydrogenated oils; buying locally grown, sustainable, and organic hydrogenated oils; buying locally grown, sustainable, and organic produce; and ditching white bread for whole grains or gluten produce; and ditching white bread for whole grains or gluten free – have you thought about the mouth you’re putting those free – have you thought about the mouth foods into? Is your mouth really as healthy as you you’re putting those foods into? Is your mouth think it is, or could you unknowingly be putting really as healthy as you think it is, or could you your health at risk? You’ve heard plenty about the unknowingly be putting your health at risk? importance of daily flossing and brushing along You’ve heard plenty about the importance of with regular dental visits to help keep your teeth daily flossing and brushing along with regular healthy. But good oral health is a gateway to much dental visits to help keep your teeth healthy. more, and a growing body of scientific evidence is But good oral health is a gateway to much proving that dental health predicts and reflects your more, and a growing body of scientific evidence general health.

is proving that dental health predicts and reflects your general health.

The Mouth–Body Connection

lifetime is essential for a healthy diet and sustained wellness, lasting natural beauty, comfort and vitality.

The latest medical research strongly suggests that many general health problems share common links to the diseases found in The latest medical research strongly suggests that many general the mouth and require an integrative approach to care. Dental health problems share common links to the diseases found in problems like tooth decay, root canal infections, gum disease, the mouth and require an integrative approach to care. Dental toxic dental materials, TMJ and sleep apnea have been linked problems like tooth decay, root canal infections, gum disease, to numerous chronic health issues ranging from diabetes, toxic dental materials, TMJ and sleep apnea have been linked heart and lung disease and stroke to pregnancy complications, to numerous chronic health issues ranging from diabetes, neurodegenerative diseases, impaired neurocognitive function heart and lung disease and stroke to pregnancy complications, and even cancer. Take it to heart, literally – a healthy mouth will neurodegenerative diseases, impaired neurocognitive function not only increase your quality of life, but also your longevity.

and even cancer. Take it to heart, literally – a healthy mouth will not only increase your quality of life, but also your longevity.

What is Integrative Dentistry?

Integrative dentistry is a progressively unique approach to dental What is Integrative Dentistry? care that is worth chewing on. In medicine, doctors and patients Integrative dentistry is a progressively unique approach to dental alike are embracing a holistic philosophy designed to treat the care that is worth chewing on. In medicine, doctors and patients person, not just the disease. Integrative dentistry bridges the alike are embracing a holistic philosophy designed to treat the gap between medicine and dentistry. Recognizing the intimate person, not just the disease. Integrative dentistry bridges the connections between dental health and systemic health allows gap between medicine and dentistry. Recognizing the intimate interdisciplinary care to be tailored to specifically address the connections between dental health and systemic health allows underlying causes of disease, rather than just treating interdisciplinary care to be tailored to specifically address the the symptoms.

underlying causes of disease, rather than just treating the symptoms.

Integrative dentistry is about more than just your teeth and gums; it couples modern dentistry’s most comprehensive treatments, Integrative dentistry is about more than just your teeth and gums; advanced techniques and state-of-the-art technologies with the it couples modern dentistry’s most comprehensive treatments, best scientifically-based holistic principles and clinical practices

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to create an innovative, whole-body approach to oral health best scientifically-based holistic principles and clinical practices and overall wellness. Based on a biological understanding of to create an innovative, whole-body approach to oral health how an optimally healthy mouth looks, feels, functions and and overall wellness. Based on a biological understanding of interacts with the rest of the body, integrative dentistry focuses how an optimally healthy mouth looks, feels, functions and on biocompatible materials and their influence on the immune interacts with the rest of the body, integrative system, nutritional support for dentistry focuses on biocompatible materials maintaining oral and physiological and their influence on the immune system, health, focal oral infection and toxin nutritional support for maintaining oral and elimination from the whole body, physiological health, focal oral infection and and the direct influence of the threetoxin elimination from the whole body, dimensional relationships between the and the direct influence of the teeth, bones, muscles, joints, airway, threedimensional relationships between the neck and spine and the entire body.

“The mouth is seen as a window into the body, and a healthy body starts with a healthy mouth.“

The mouth is seen as a window into the body, and The Mouth–Body Connection a healthy body starts with a healthy mouth. Your The mouth is seen as a window into the body, mouth and its related structures provide two of the most basic anda healthy body starts with a healthy mouth. Your functions absolutely necessary for life: breathing and eating. mouth and its related structures provide two of the most basic A disease-free and biologically functional mouth that lasts a functions absolutely necessary for life: breathing and eating. lifetime is essential for a healthy diet and sustained wellness, A disease-free and biologically functional mouth that lasts a lasting natural beauty, comfort and vitality.

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teeth, bones, muscles, joints, airway, neck and spine and the entire body.

Dental disease is preventable and, in most cases, reversible, if the Dental disease is preventable and, fundamental causes of disease are in most cases, reversible, if the fundamental addressed with a whole-person causes of disease are addressed with a wholeapproach – body, mind and spirit. Integrative dentistry is person approach – body, mind and spirit. Integrative dentistry is conservative and the aim is to be minimally invasive, yet conservative and the aim is to be minimally invasive, yet appropriately active. This allows patients to choose lasting, appropriately active. This allows patients to choose lasting, biocompatible and functionally sustainable treatment solutions biocompatible and functionally sustainable treatment solutions to restore optimal health. Once health is returned, effective and to restore optimal health. Once health is returned, effective and practical preventive strategies can then be individually designed practical preventive strategies can then be individually designed to support oral health for life.

to support oral health for life.

TreatTreat the Whole PersonPerson the Whole

Every person is biologically unique, and integrative dentistry Every person is biologically unique, and integrative dentistry requires a personalized, comprehensive approach with a doctorrequires a personalized, comprehensive approach with a patient partnership working towards fundamental mutual goals. doctorpatient partnership working towards fundamental mutual Being an integrative dentist personifies the true meaning of the goals. word “doctor” as a teacher, and our goal is to help our patients essentially become students of health and wellness. Every patient Being an integrative dentist personifies the true meaning of the deserves the right to learn how to optimize their oral health, make word “doctor” as a teacher, and our goal is to help our patients wise and informed choices about treatment options and prevent essentially become students of health and wellness. Every patient dental disease altogether.

deserves the right to learn how to optimize their oral health, make wise and informed choices about treatment options and prevent Optimal health requires education, commitment and diligence. dental disease altogether.

We believe it is more about the daily lifestyle decisions our patients make than what is done while they are at our Optimal health requires education, commitment and diligence. dental office. Our priority is getting to know each patient by We believe it is more about the daily lifestyle decisions understanding their attitudes towards dentistry, past dental our patients make than what is done while they are at our experiences and desires regarding future prevention dental office. Our priority is getting to know each patient by and treatment.

understanding their attitudes towards dentistry, past dental experiences and desires regarding future prevention Our goal in integrative dentistry is to not only help our patients and treatment.

keep their teeth healthy, functional, and beautiful for life, but to also help them develop healthy habits that will support lifelong Our goal in integrative dentistry is to not only help our patients wellness and vibrant longevity. Indeed, we see oral health as keep their teeth healthy, functional, and beautiful for life, but to the foundation for overall wellness. We feel we can best help

also help them develop healthy habits that will support lifelong

wellness and vibrant longevity. Indeed, we see oral health as the foundation overalloptimal wellness.

We feel can best our helpexpertise our patientsfor achieve health by we integrating our patients achieve optimal health by integrating our expertise with likeminded physicians and other allied health professionals. withTogether, likeminded and other allied health professionals. as physicians part of your healthcare team, we believe we Together, as part of your healthcare team, we believe can be much more effective at helping cure and we prevent can be much more effective at helping cure and prevent “lifestyle” diseases. “lifestyle” diseases.

Are You Ready for a Change?

AreFor You a Change? overReady 20 years,for integrative dentistry has been our specialty.

For over 20 years,allintegrative dentistry been dentist our specialty.

We provide of the services of ahas general – preventive We provide all of the services of a general dentist preventive care, dental hygiene, aesthetic and cosmetic –dentistry, fillings and care,crowns dental –hygiene, and dentistry, fillings and with anaesthetic emphasis oncosmetic biological dentistry.

Our advanced crowns – with an emphasis on biological dentistry.

Our advanced clinical training and state-of-the-art technologies offers patients clinical training and state-of-the-art technologiesdental offers care patients of all ages some of the most sophisticated found in of allsouthwest ages someMontana. of the most sophisticated dental care found in southwest Montana.

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Manydentist, of our including services are not commonly available a family orthodontics for adults andfrom children; TMJ, dentist, including orthodontics for adults and children; TMJ, headache and sleep apnea treatments; complex reconstructive headache andand sleep apneaimplants, treatments; complex reconstructive dentistry dental smile rejuvenation and full-mouth dentistry and dental implants, smile rejuvenation reconstruction, periodontics and oral surgery;and 3Dfull-mouth digital imaging; reconstruction, periodontics andozone; oral surgery; 3D digital imaging; laser dentistry and medical and mercury-free, mercury lasersafe dentistry and Our medical ozone; mercury dentistry. desire is to and helpmercury-free, the people we serve achieve safe the dentistry. desirelifelong is to help thehealth peoplebywe serve achieve goal ofOur optimal, oral providing dentistry the goal of highest optimal,quality lifelongand oralprecision health bywith providing dentistry of the uncompromising of the highest quality and precision with uncompromising compassion and care. compassion and care.

Integrative dentistry is designed to proactively help you choose health and dentistry not just leave it to chance.

If you have ongoing Integrative is designed to proactively help you choose problems with your mouth, such as cracked, worn, broken or health and not just leave it to chance. If you have ongoing missing teeth, a badmouth, bite or such crooked teeth, bleeding or receding problems with your as cracked, worn, broken or gums, jaw pain, headaches, poor sleep and snoring, or receding if you’re missing teeth, a bad bite or crooked teeth, bleeding or simplyjaw unhappy with your smile, there and may snoring, be a lot more at gums, pain, headaches, poor sleep or if you’re stake than just your oral health!

It’s never too late or too simply unhappy with your smile, there may be a lot more at early than to bejust healthy. stake your oral health! It’s never too late or too early to be healthy.

Choosing a dentist that is right for you is just the first step, and it should be a careful Remember, only and you Choosing a dentist thatinvestigative is right for process. you is just the first step, can decide how healthy you want to be – don’t settle for dentistry it should be a careful investigative process. Remember, only you thatdecide sells you Withyou integrative care,settle you and your can howshort. healthy want to dental be – don’t for dentistry family can enjoy the benefits of extraordinary oral health, life! that sells you short. With integrative dental care, you and for your

family can enjoy the benefits of extraordinary oral health, for life!

Drs. Todd and Amy Kinney graduated from the University of Nebraska Medical Center Dentistry in the 1995 and established their Drs. Todd and AmyCollege Kinney of graduated from University of Nebraska Bozeman private careofhealth-centered in 1997.

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Association, and the the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.

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Skyline - Link to the Peak!

Big Sky, Montana knows what it means to be a mountain town. Spread from the base of Lone Peak to the Gallatin River that winds below, the town’s vistas summon outdoor enthusiasts from near and far. They come in winter for sparkling peaks ensconced in snow or in summer for lush, green hills. Some come for a visit, forever hoping to return. Others stay, choosing to call this very special place home.

Over the years, hundreds of thousands of people have found their way around Big Sky by bus, using what is now known as Skyline. Initially the SnowExpress more than 20 years ago, the fare-free service provides mountain access for those who come to play or stay in Big Sky. “For the longest time, getting to and around the community of Big Sky required a car,” says Skyline Coordinator David Kack. “The bus changed all that.”

In 1991, the Big Sky Transportation District and its SnowExpress were created to serve the growing and thriving mountain community. The SnowExpress operated two to four routes within Big Sky during peak season – mid-December through mid-April. It was Big Sky’s first public service, according to Kack.

Skyline provides a needed transportation link to the peak, allowing riders to relax and enjoy the view on their journey. There is no need for driving the challenging winter roads, adding to the congestion or finding parking.

Since its inception in 2006, Skyline has provided over 1.1 million rides within Big Sky and between Bozeman and Big Sky. If you count the years the bus provided rides as the SnowExpress, the number is much higher.

Today, the Big Sky Transportation District is governed by a board of directors chosen by the commissions of both Gallatin and Madison counties – the Big Sky area straddles the border of the two. The district operates on roughly $1.2 million each year, with just over half of the budget provided by Federal Transit Administration funds that are managed by the Montana Department of Transportation. Other contributing groups include the Big Sky Resort Tax Board, Big Sky Resort, Madison County, the Yellowstone Club and Big Sky Owners Association.

Each year, the SnowExpress’ ridership grew. In the winter of 2005-06, SnowExpress gave nearly 50,000 rides. That season would be the last for SnowExpress, but certainly not for the transportation district or the bus service.

Because of the high level of local, state and national support, Skyline continues to provide fare-free service in and around Big Sky. The Link Express service between Big Sky and Bozeman, while not free, is offered at minimal cost to the user – as little as three dollars for round-trip service.

In December 2006, the service expanded, with Skyline buses maintaining service within the town and a new Link Express route connecting Big Sky with nearby Bozeman, a Montana-sized city some 40 miles away. In that first winter, Skyline provided 93,337 rides in Big Sky, and 15,284 rides between Big Sky and Bozeman.

During peak winter service, Skyline operates seven days a week around Big Sky, connecting Big Sky Resort and Moonlight Basin with the Big Sky Town Center, Meadow Village and Gallatin Canyon. Further, seven to eight round-trips per day connect Big Sky and Bozeman.

More information on routes, schedules and fares can be found at www.skylinebus.com.

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There is a tale often told by many long time Big Sky residents and visitors alike. Each version of the tale has its own unique beginnings shaped by the colorful life and times of the story teller. For some the story starts in the heart of a bustling coastal metropolis. For others it begins in our nation’s heartland. Some stories find their way across great oceans and distant continents. For a few, the stories begin at another once beautiful mountain oasis from a moment in time long forgotten. Whatever version is being spun, there is a moment that each tale becomes one. The moment when each of us made the turn off of Highway 191 and first set our eyes on Lone Mountain. That is the moment when life as we knew it stopped... and our Big Sky life began.

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Standing tall at 11,166 feet, Lone Mountain watches over our beloved Big Sky resort community. The light atop the Lone Peak Tram serves as a beacon shining through the night, the last outpost of comfort and civilization on the edge of Yellowstone’s most wild country.

The resort of Big Sky is a young community built on worldclass recreational activities and a respect for nature. At its base is the developing downtown. The Big Sky Town Center is a hub of modern mountain life. A 165-acre walking village with a unique blend of modern amenities and authentic local spirit that comes from a community still being discovered and embraced everyday by people and points around the world.

Once discovered, the Big Sky life will forever change you.

The pull of Lone Mountain and the call of these wild lands are undeniable. For some, it becomes a special place in their hearts that they always yearn to return. For others, it becomes a love that they can never part.

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In 1970, after NBC newscaster Chet Huntley realized that Big Sky had the potential to become a world-class resort, Bob Simkins knew he wanted to be part of the Big Sky life. That same year he formed a partnership to purchase six square miles of land, some of which would help form the Big Sky Meadow. Over the next two decades, the Simkins family of Bozeman visited their property for weekend adventures. They would hike, fish, and have picnics where the Town Center is today. When Bob passed away in 1993, he left his family the land and a dream of making a difference in the Big Sky area.

Today, the Simkins are still devoted to living the Big Sky life while developing the Town Center. Most winter weekends the family can still be found skiing at Big Sky Resort.

We asked our fellow community members and visitors what were some of their favorite aspects of Big Sky life. As one might expect, the answers are as varied as the stories that brought us all here.

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Erik Morrison, Owner of Love Street Media, Regular Footer, Ginger: Snowboarding…

No wait, everyone is going to say skiing and snowboarding.

Hmmmm… It would probably be the events.

There are a growing number of fun local events in Big Sky, each held in small intimate venues.

During the summer I spend a lot of time working and hanging out at the Wednesday Farmers Markets here at Fire Pit Park. It’s such a fun scene. Everyone comes out to get their veggies and local goods, grab a bite to eat, catch some live music, and watch the sunset. Afterwards some of the pubs and restaurants like Ousel & Spur or Choppers will keep the party going with some local bands. Families, friends, visitors: The community really comes out in force for this event. It’s the perfect summertime vibe.

The Big Sky Christmas Stroll is the winter equivalent of the Farmers Market. Similar venue, but with a holiday theme stretching across the Meadow. I’m a sucker for holiday cheer and nostalgia, so this event is a favorite of mine. The festivities start with the tree lighting ceremony and photos with Santa in Meadow Village. Afterwards, strollers make their way through open houses, carolers, sleigh rides, ice skating, pub crawls and more, on their way into Town Center. I usually round out the evening with the fireworks show, music and friends around the bonfire. This event has something for everyone and always gets me into the holiday spirit!

Ciara Wolfe, Executive Director of the Big Sky Community Corp., Smile Seeker, Kid Wrangler: One of my favorite things about living in Big Sky is the open spaces. From the Community Park, to Ousel Falls and beyond there is something for all interests and ability levels. Being a mom of two young kids (5 and 9 years old) it’s so special to be able to go right from our front door and get them active and into nature.

It’s something I’ll never take for granted. Our community is very committed to making sure everyone has access to these areas.

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The current collaborations and future partnerships between private landowners, development companies, the forest service and community members is very exciting to be a part of. To see the community working together to expand upon our existing Mountain, Meadow and Canyon trail systems and ultimately create a continuous public trails network flowing throughout Big Sky is something I’m really looking forward to sharing with my own family and our community.

Melinda Turner, Head/Only Honcho at MT Holistic Living, Recovering Tele Skier, Type Two Fun Aficionado: Running, running, running… Did I mention I love running? When I think of key traits to describe my trail running paradise a few things come to mind. Inspiring views, uncrowded singletrack, and ease of access make the trails around Big Sky a motivating factor to set roots in this beautiful little mountain town. As an ultra runner ( ie...running races at distances longer than the 26.2 miles of a marathon), I prefer to to have a variety of options when it comes to running through the mountains. From a buffed-out singletrack like the Hummocks and Uplands trails above Town Center to the exposed scree field of Alto Ridge leading you straight up Lone Mountain, to the amazing trail system through Gallatin Canyon, these are the reasons I never get bored. I hesitate to say perfect, but these trails are the closest I’ve ever seen. I could go on and on about the trails but… I gotta run!

Josh Kone, Part Owner of Spur Coffee and Ousel & Spur Pizza Company, Golfs Lefty, Drinks Righty: One of my favorite parts of Big Sky is the ease of access.

Living in West Fork and working in Town Center allows me to walk or bike everywhere. I can go to work, run my errands, go grocery shopping at Roxy’s and the Hungry Moose, catch the Skyline Bus up to the resort, or meet up with friends for dinner and drinks all within a few minutes of my place. Being a golfer, the proximity to the Big Sky Resort golf course is also a huge plus. It’s literally right across the

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street from our place in Town Center. I love to golf and Big Sky has a great golf community. The staff and members are friendly, the views of the mountains and the valley are spectacular, and atmosphere is extremely laid back. It’s just my speed. Usually I throw my clubs on my back, walk over to the clubhouse and can get in a quick round before work. That’s the Big Sky life!

tips hang over the edge of the North Summit Snowfield. I feel it after hiking to the top of a ridgeline and am pulled to see what adventure lies over the next one. I felt it in the moment I decided to move here, leaving the “safer” life behind. It’s a similar story to many others who have decided to be a part of this community, deciding on a powder day during a weeklong ski trip that Big Sky is a permanent piece of life’s puzzle.

In the same vein, people who love the feeling of being on the edge are also drawn here to create and invest in homes and businesses as we develop and grow. It is a unique opportunity to be a part of shaping a young community at this time in our country’s history, and perhaps is not for everyone - which means we don’t waste time in lift lines. Being a part of Big Sky is living out the age-old romance of discovering and envisioning something new within the American frontier.

Brian Hurlbut, Executive Director Arts Council of Big Sky, Drummer, Rad Dad: The Thursday Night Music In The Mountains free concert series has to be one of my favorite parts of Big Sky life. Music is one of my passions, and I’m really excited to see the whole music scene here in Big Sky grow and mature. This summer we saw the addition of a few extra shows on either end of the season and some really talented acts. My personal favorites would have to be Sons Of Bill, Corb Lund, and The Brothers Comatose.

Having a central venue like Center Stage has also been extremely influential in the Thursday concerts becoming a summertime gathering spot for the community. We saw record attendance at the July 4th concert with over 4,000 people coming out to see The Tiny Band. Free music in the mountains with your family and friends all summer long - what else could you ask for?

Katie Morrison, Marketing Director at L&K Real Estate, Extroverted introvert, Fueled

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Chance Lenay, Fishing Guide at East Slope Outfitters, Feline Enthusiast, Powder Sommelier: If I had to choose one thing it would have to be... Freedom.

The freedom of access here is pretty unbelievable. I can hop the bus from Town Center and be on the lift and at the base of world-class terrain in 30 minutes. From there, it’s really up to you where you want go. My favorite aspect is the North Face and Headwaters terrain in March when the sun starts to creep out onto those steep faces and the spines start to build up between the chutes and gullies. If you can see it, you can ski it - for the most part. Ski Patrol lets you ski/ride just about every aspect and zone on Lone Mountain, which is saying a lot. Plus the varying aspects and wind affect here just blows my mind. Conditions change daily (usually for the good) and it’s a constant hunt for fresh snow. It’s unlike any other resort I’ve ever ridden.

The freedom of access and the ability to keep exploring new parts of the mountain is what has kept me here. That and the ski community. The vibe is friendly and infectious. The whole community comes out to ski/ride. Opening day, January groomer laps, après Snow Bar fiestas, sleepy mid week pow days, throwing down for the Subaru Freeride Series, Pond Skim shenanigans: From first chair to closing day this community gets out and gets after it. I love it!

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Ski Boot Bliss

Tips on choosing the right boot for success on the slopes by ken lancey

Ski boots are arguably the most important piece of gear for the mountain. They are your interface with the ski, and the right boot is imperative for optimal comfort and performance. The correct support and fit will ensure better edge control, and allow you to properly drive your skis.

Boots also must keep you warm and comfortable, so you can stay on the slopes longer.

The first challenge for a boot fitter is to match a skier’s foot with the right boot shape. Questions to consider when picking the right boot include: resort or backcountry?

How many days of skiing a year? Skier ability? How large or

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small a person are you? The answers will dictate how stiff or soft a boot one needs, as well as what height cuff will work the best.

There are several things to consider when buying ski boots. Firstly, Don’t listen to your friends. What works for your buddy may not work for you as every foot is different.

Different boots will fit different foot shapes. Secondly, have your feet measured both sitting (unweighted) and standing (weighted). This tells us how much your feet elongate and if you are an over-pronator. Pronation is the normal shock-absorbing act of the foot as it is weighted.

Over-pronation, on the other hand, needs to be controlled. This is done with a footbed. A skier with over-pronation will immediately notice the improvement in performance and comfort, but even skiers with perfect feet will notice it too. The sole of a ski boot, called a Zeppa or foot board, is a completely flat. Our feet are not. A good footbed allows the two to interface, while maximizing comfort, balance, and power.

Lastly, get a shell fit. Your bootfitter should remove the liner from the boot shell, and put your foot into the shell so that your toes barely touch the front of the boot. The correct sized shell should have anywhere from 1 to 3 cm of space behind your heel.

Generally, the more time you spend in ski boots the less space behind the heel. This is where the guidance of a good boot fitter is very helpful. Shell fit several different boots, then try them on to compare differences in fit versus shell fit. Take your time.

A proper boot fitting can take a while and this is time well spent.

More often than not, people buy boots that are too large. Today’s boots often are heat moldable, and until this has been done, they should be quite tight.

Thermo-moldable and foam injected liners have gained in popularity due to their unquestionably superior fit, comfort, and in some cases, warmth. Select models of boots come with a version of moldable liners. However, this does come at a price.

A good boot fitter will guide you through the myriad of liner choices to fit your needs.

If you suffer from cold feet, Hotronics® boot heaters are the ultimate cold weather upgrade. Inserted seamlessly under the footbed, they radiate heat through your toes and forefoot. The small rechargeable battery packs attach to the back of your boots, and provide all-day comfort even on the coldest days.

Quality bootfitters can also work through the idiosyncrasies of your body by tweaking your boot to achieve a balanced and centered stance. Boots can be stretched to accommodate protrusions, and volume added where needed. If you suffer from foot issues, expect this process to take some time until it is right.

A quality bootfitter can save you time and money in the long run.

The most expensive pair of boots is the one you buy twice. __________________________________________ Ken Lancey has been fitting boots professionally in Big Sky for over twenty years. He is co-owner of Grizzly Outfitters Ski & Backcountry Sports, which has been named as one of America’s Best Bootfitters, as well as one of the top ten ski shops in the U.S.A.

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Your Plastic Surgery Checklist by william R. Mealer, MD

The popularity of plastic surgery is soaring – and more and more doctors are trying to meet the demand. Any licensed physician can call himself or herself a “cosmetic” or even plastic surgeon, so the importance finding a properly trained and certified provider is paramount. We have prepared this checklist to help guide you through your plastic surgery procedure – from choosing a plastic surgeon to managing your recovery.

CHECK OFF EACH ITEM TO PREPARE FOR YOUR PROCEDURE: 1. Researching YOUR PROCEDURE. From skin treatments to surgery, plastic surgeons provide a wide array of procedures. Research will help you narrow down the best options for meeting your goals.  Visit www.plasticsurgery.org for full descriptions of plastic surgery procedures and the results you can expect from each.  Consider other online resources such as BeautyforLife.com and the Partnership for Patient Safety at www.p4ps.org.

If you are interested in breast implants, also consider breastimplantsafety.org.

2. Choosing your plastic surgeon. There are many ways to find a surgeon, including seeking recommendations from your primary care physician, friends and family. But when you’re ready to make a choice, be sure your plastic surgeon meets the highest standards of education, experience and ethics.  Ask friends, family and doctors for referrals.  Compile a list of plastic surgeons.  Make sure each candidate has at least six years of surgical training and experience, with a minimum of three years specifically in plastic surgery*.  Make sure each candidate is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.  If you are considering a surgical procedure, make sure your surgeon has operating privileges at an accredited medical facility*.  Ask your candidate about their most recent continuing medical education. * When you choose an AMERICAN SOCIETY OF PLASTIC SURGEONS member surgeon, you can rest assured that your doctor has all of these qualifications, which are the conditions of membership.

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tough questions. You should feel confident asking about your doctor’s credentials, experience, outcomes and safety record in the type of procedure that interests you.  Confirm that you are a good candidate for your chosen procedure.  Identify any alternative procedures for achieving your desired results and understand the pros and cons of each.  Review before and after photos that illustrate the procedure and results that you can reasonably expect.  Determine what will be expected of you to achieve the best results.  Discuss the risks associated with your procedure and how your doctor handles them.  Tell your plastic surgeon about medical conditions, allergies and previous medical treatments. On the day of the consultation, it’s helpful to bring a list of your medical conditions and any medications, vitamins or herbal supplements you are taking.  Find out who will perform your procedure and where.  Determine the length of the recovery period and the kind of recovery help you will need. Plan for the appropriate level of support you will needs from family and friends – such as a ride from the facility, help with changing dressings or assistance in bathing.  Share old pictures of yourself with your surgeon to show how your appearance has changed.  Discuss the cost of the procedure.

4. Planning for your surgery. Safe and successful plastic surgery depends not only on your doctor, it’s your responsibility, too. These steps will help make sure you’re ready for plastic surgery – both before and after your procedure. before  Be sure you are physically healthy, eating right and not smoking.  Establish realistic expectations for the results of your procedure.  Read, understand and sign informed consent documents for your procedure.  Understand the procedure’s after-effects and recovery time.  Have your plastic surgeon thoroughly address all of your questions about your recovery.

AFTER  Each procedure requires a specific post-operative protocol.

Follow your doctor’s orders for a safe recovery.

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Bozeman Clinic Bozeman Clinic AAnn Introduction Introductiontotothethe by dr. gabor benda

by Dr. Gabor Benda

We, at the Bozeman Clinic, would like to introduce you to our practice. We are seven physicians – all board certified in Family Medicine – with the goal of providing our patients with compassionate, We at the Bozeman Clinic would likeevery to introduce We are 7 Family comprehensive healthcare through stage of you life. to Asour an practice. independent practice, we are able to Physicians, all board certified in Family Medicine.

Our goal is to provide our patients focus on caring for our patients, unencumbered by any corporate restrictions or requirements. We with compassionate, comprehensive care through every you stagewith of life.

We are an and friendly think you will find that our clinic is health small enough to provide a personable independent practice, and therefore we are able to focus on caring for our patients, environment. unencumbered by any corporate restrictions or requirements. We think you will find that our clinic is small enough to provide you with a personable and friendly environment.

Since we are a primary care practice, we are prepared to meet nearly all of your healthcare needs, from health maintenance to diagnosing and treating a broad scope of conditions. If a situation Since we are a primary care practice, we are prepared to meet nearly all of your health care arises specialty care, will be your advocates, arranging necessary consultations needs,that fromrequires health maintenance to we diagnosing and treating a broad scopeany of conditions. with specialists and coordinating your care along the way.

We are eager to provide this care for all If a situation arises that requires specialty care or consultation, we will be your advocate, stages of life,the including expectant mothers, newborns, children Bozeman Clinic provides and arrange consultation with the best person or institute for and you, adults. and then continually abefull range of including, butWenot to:provide this care for all stages of life, available to services coordinate your care. arelimited eager to beginning with newborns, children, expectant mothers, and for adults. Please refer to a partial• list Obstetrical of the services we provide: care;

• Pediatric care;

• Obstetrical carepreventative care; • Adult • Pediatric care • Urgent care for acute illnesses and injuries and lacerations • Adult preventative (with X-Raycare available in the office); • Urgent care for acute illnesses and injuries, lacerations, with X-Ray available in the office • Workman’s Compensation claims and injuries; • Workman’s Compensations claims and injuries • Screening colonoscopies; • Screening Colonoscopies • Endoscopies Upper endoscopies; • Upper • Vasectomies; • Vasectomies FAAPhysicals flight physicals; • FAA• Flight • Physicals DOT physicals; • D.O.T. • Proctology; and • Proctology • Dermatological evaluation and skin lesion removal necessary • Dermatological evaluation and skin lesionwhen removal (when necessary).

Weare are one one of of only only aa few We few primary primary care care practices practiceswho thatwill willcontinue continuetotocare careforforour ourpatients patients in the in the hospital.

This means that even during the challenges of an acute illness, you hospital. This means that even during the challenges of an acute illness, you will will havehave your primary your primary physician help you it, and to be able to coordinate whatevermay specialty physician to help you through it through and to coordinate whatever specialty expertise be required. expertise may be required.

In summary, we are eager to have you consider one of our physicians at the Bozeman Clinic to In summary, we are eager to have you consider one of our physicians at the Bozeman Clinic be primary physician, to where make the Clinic your home home base base for forall allyour yourhealth healthcare to your be your primary physician, we can be your care needs. Our clinic is the oldest established clinic in Bozeman and our desire is to serve you in a caring needs. Our clinic is the oldest established clinic in Bozeman, and our desire is to serve you and compassionate for many years to come. in a caring and way compassionate way for many years to come.

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Dr. De retired in 1987 and left the clinic in the hands of Dr. De retired in 1987 and left the clinic in the hands of By then, Dr. Heetderks’ son, John, had finished medical his brother. Dr. John continued the practice until 1995, by By then, Dr. Heetderks’ son, John, had finished medical his brother. Dr. John continued the practice until 1995, by school and was ready to join his father at the clinic. Dr. which time the number of physicians had grown and they school and was ready to join his father at the clinic. Dr. which time the number of physicians had grown and they John had previously served in the Navy before studying were ready to take the reins. Dr. Gabor Benda joined the John had previously served in the Navy before studying at were ready to take the reins. Dr. Gabor Benda joined the at Montana State University and the University of clinic in 1989 and was joined by Drs. David McLaughlin, Montana State University and the University of Minnesota, clinic in 1989 and was joined by Drs. David McLaughlin, Minnesota, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine Larry Sonnenberg and Leonard Ramsey before where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree in 1954.

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Following his education, Dr. John decided to join his retired. to join his father back in Bozeman. Though it remained father back in Bozeman. Though it remained a family a family business, they renamed the clinic The Bozeman Today, the clinic has expanded to seven physicians business, they renamed the clinic The Bozeman Clinic, Today, the clinic has expanded to seven physicians Clinic, cementing its connection with the town. specializing in the full spectrum of medical care for the cementing its connection with the town. specializing in the full spectrum of medical care for the whole family.The Theclinic clinic has has added Wheeler, whole family. addedDrs. Drs.Heather Heather Wheeler, Soon in 1957,son, another son, Dr.De Albert De Steven Roberts andChristine ChristineMitchell Mitchell to Soon thereafter in thereafter 1957, another Dr. Albert Steven Roberts and to provide providea a unique Heetderks – known Dr. Dewith – united with hisatfamily breadth unique of individualized care under the banner Heetderks – known as Dr. De – asunited his family of breadth individualized care under the banner of a at the clinic.

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NPS in YNP: 100 Years of Stewardship

by Michael Fox, Curator of History, Museum of the Rockies

The National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2016 but it celebrates the 144th year since the founding of the world’s first national park. Yellowstone National Park was established under President Ulysses S. Grant’s administration in 1872 and operated under the US Department of the Interior for 44 years before the appearance of the first dedicated park ranger. By 1915 the system of national parks consisted of 9 parks with 3 more added the following year. Prior to creation of the National Park Service, each of these parks was individually managed under the broad administrative umbrella of the Department of Interior.

Prior to the creation of the Nation Park Service a seasoned force of US Army troops enforced park rules in Yellowstone. Sent to the park in 1886

by General of the Army Philip Sheridan, the army assisted the Department of the Interior in preventing poaching and keeping the peace within the boundaries of the 2.2 million acre reserve. The units assigned to this duty were usually cavalry troopers who had experience with the challenging terrain and unpredictable weather of the northern Rocky Mountains. The Department of Interior, long the home of orphan government programs, welcomed the army’s assistance as it had no law enforcement branch of its own.

These were formative years for Yellowstone National Park and for the idea of what national parks should, and should not, become. Federal officials and visitors alike feared the commercialization of their parks and carefully monitored the Department of the Interior’s activities. The government was not, however, in any position to offer the sorts of amenities that visitors to the park desired and from its earliest days Yellowstone hosted independent business operators who provided services such as lodging, transportation and selling supplies to tourists. Operating under federal contracts or concessions these businesses are known as concessioners in national parks and as visitation grew so did the need for the visitor services that they provided.

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By the 1910s two railroads served Yellowstone National Park and the idea of allowing automobiles into the area was also being discussed. Again, officials and visitors grew concerned about the park’s operations, fearing that increased visitorship would overwhelm the capabilities of the keepers of the nation’s parks. Eleven sites had been designated as national parks by 1911 and the broad diversity of the now growing system needed its own dedicated service. In September of that year Secretary of the Interior Walter L. Fisher convened the first Annual National Parks Conference in Yellowstone. The conference brought together superintendents of nation’s parks as well as representatives of other federal departments that oversaw national monuments, battlefields and forest reserves. The discussion quickly turned to jurisdiction and the multi-faceted responsibilities that these various agencies exercised within the parks. Additionally, the US Army had by this time grown weary of its job as the park’s police force and supported the idea of the Department of the Interior taking these duties over.

The idea of a singular division within the Department of the Interior to oversee national park operations was born at this meeting and another held in 1912. By 1915 Steven Mather, assistant to Secretary Franklin K. Lane, was ready with a plan. Meeting at the University of California at Berkeley, and in the shadow of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition across the bay in San Francisco, Mather presented his idea for the creation of a National Park Service that would operate the nation’s parks and work

with concessioners and other business interests to enhance the public’s ability to enjoy them. With the support of both federal officials and the public the organic act of August 25, 1916 creating the National Park Service was signed into law with Mather as its first director.

The agency was quickly vaulted into service and immediately set about both enforcing park laws and serving as interpreters of natural wonders placed under their care. The timing of the transition from US Army to National Park Service administration was critical in Yellowstone as automobiles had been allowed into the park for the first time in 1915. By the 1916 season the underpowered and often unpredictable machines were scaring horses and transporting tourists from one end of the park to the other. A year later, all horse-drawn passenger transportation in the park was switched to motorbuses and touring cars. A revolution in the ways in which visitors toured the park took place in the span of just a few short years.

As the world’s first national park, Yellowstone was, and is, seen as the flagship of the National Park system. It was little surprise that Mather’s protégé and assistant director, Horace M. Albright, soon took on the superintendent position in Yellowstone. Under Albright’s administration Yellowstone tourism flourished. Soldiers returning from the battlefields of Europe were inspired to see the sights of their country and a “See America First” campaign, initiated by railroads hoping to keep tourist dollars in the United States rather than overseas, rapidly picked up momentum. Albright embraced the movement seeing railroad promoters as partners in bringing new visitors to national parks. In 1929, Albright left Yellowstone to take over Steven Mather’s job as National Park Service Director.

By the mid 1920s the agency had adopted its own uniform. Based on the US Army’s uniform of the 1910s, the outfit consisted of a campaign hat, woolen military blouse and jodhpurs, riding boots and a Sam Browne belt.

Park rangers wore their own agency’s badges and divisional insignia as well. Uniforms became a topic of interest in Yellowstone as women began to join the ranks of the park rangers. Albright hired Isabel Bassett in 1920, followed by Marguerite Lindsley and Frieda Nelson in 1925.

The National Park Service evolved into the primary interpretive entity in parks like Yellowstone during the 1920s. Rangers did more than just enforce the rules, they led tours of the geological features and taught visitors about the plants and animals that lived in the park. Education and interpretation remain primary responsibilities of the National Park Service and the 1930s saw the rising importance of scientific research in the parks as well.

The 1930s and early 1940s were a time of declining visitorship in America’s national parks. The national economic depression and the war that followed it prevented tourists from reaching areas like Yellowstone and shortages and rationing of everything from gasoline to baking flour

Top left: National Park Service’s First Director, Steven Mather in Yellowstone, ca. 1920.

Courtesy Yellowstone National Park, National Park Service.

Above: Superintendent Horace Albright at the 50th anniversary celebration of the founding of Yellowstone National Park, 1922.

Courtesy National Park Service,Yellowstone National Park.

Right: Automobiles lined up for touring the park next to Liberty Cap, Mammoth,Yellowstone National Park, ca. 1925.

Courtesy National Park Service,Yellowstone National Park.

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discouraged them further. The end of World War II, however, marked a great renaissance for tourism nationwide. Just as the doughboys of WWI had flocked to their national parks, returning WWII veterans took advantage of a post-war economic boom and took to the highways. Yellowstone tourism surged. The parks themselves, however, were not ready for the onslaught and visitors encountered crumbling roads, poor accommodations and the evidence of more than a decade of neglect as the nation had concentrated its efforts on fighting the depression and the war. The National Park Service recognized their visitors’ needs and inaugurated a ten-year, system-wide program to update and upgrade park facilities in 1956. Known as Mission 66, the program built new hotels, repaired aging infrastructure and brought Yellowstone into the modern age of tourism. Space-age architecture was included in Yellowstone’s new Canyon Village while elderly structures like the Canyon Hotel were removed.

As Mission 66 concluded in 1966, the National Park Service again sought new directions as the protectors and promoters of the nation’s parks. Conservation was a new concept for many Americans who were again concerned about the commercialization of the nation’s recreational areas and the agency moved forward with plans to professionalize

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its scientific efforts. Demonstrating its commitment to conserving natural places while inviting the public to enjoy them, the park service continues to balance these often-competing missions. The great Yellowstone fires of 1988 directed national attention to the Service’s conservation strategies and though initially seen as catastrophic, fire is now recognized as a natural part of park resource management.

Today the National Park service continues to welcome visitors from to Yellowstone from every nation on earth. Record-breaking visitation numbers are almost routine as more than 3 million people pass through the park every year. Still, the National Park Service retains vestiges of its early days in the park. From the WWI era campaign hats to the rangers’ knowledge of geology, plants and animals, the National Park Service can be proud of the 100 years professional management that they continue to bring to the public in Yellowstone.

Opposite: White touring cars took over park transportation from horse-drawn stagecoaches in Yellowstone in 1917. Canyon Hotel,Yellowstone National Park, ca. 1920.

Courtesy National Park Service,Yellowstone National Park.

Automobile Guide 1921.

Above, Once a common sight in Yellowstone, bears approaching vehicles were a danger to both themselves and visitors. In the 1970s, National Park Service scientists spurred the park to discontinue this practice.

Courtesy National Park Service,Yellowstone National Park.

Postcard of the dining room at Canyon Lodge. Built as part of Mission 66 program, this hotel brought space-age design to Yellowstone. Courtesy Robert V. Goss.

The 1950s saw a huge upsurge in park visitation.

Boy with Lake Trout.

Courtesy National Park Service,Yellowstone National Park.

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bozeman’s finest Bozeman’s finest

pet care facility with a great and caring staff with a great and caring staff

Gallatin Veterinary Hospital (GVH) provides cutting edge technology and professional service given with compassion, courtesy and respect. Pets are members of your family; we treat them like members of ours.

Accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) since 2009, GVH was the first hospital in Bozeman to earn this distinction, which is awarded to only 12% of the veterinary hospitals in the United States and Canada. AAHA evaluates over 900 of the highest quality standards available in veterinary medicine, including: anesthesia, client service, contagious disease, continuing education,

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dentistry, diagnostic imaging, emergency and critical care, examination facilities, housekeeping and maintenance, human resources, laboratory, leadership, medical records, pain management, patient care, pharmacy, referral standards, safety and surgery to ensure the best care for your pet. A significant continuing commitment in providing the best possible care for you and your four-legged family members, AAHA accreditation is a huge undertaking, but at GVH we believe it makes us stronger.

Services

Computer Tomography (CT) We are excited to bring the newest and best technology in advanced 3D imaging to GVH. We are the first veterinary hospital in the state of Montana to install the NewTom 5G Vet Cone Beam CT. The technology is so advanced, that many of these machines are placed in universities, such as The University of California at Davis, or in larger cities.

Why is this important? Cone beam technology allows equal and, in some cases, better image quality when compared to traditional CT scans. It exposes

“Pets are members of your family and we treat them like they are members of ours.” our patients to less radiation and is completed in a fraction of the time, which means less time under anesthesia. All of our scans can be read by a radiologist that specializes in computer tomography and results are usually available within 24 hours.

More information, quicker scans and less anesthesia is a win for our patients.

Montana Veterinary Surgical Service (MVSS) MVSS is Montana’s most skilled and experienced small animal surgery referral service. Dr. Mark Albrecht is the only small animal residency trained surgeon in Montana. He is one of the first 50 surgeons in the world to be trained by Dr. Slocum to do Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomies (TPLO) and the first person in Montana to offer TPLO surgeries.

In addition, GVH was a beta test site for the Canine Unicompartmental Elbow Procedure (CUE) – a revolutionary treatment for elbow dysplasia. The results of that testing are in publication and show this procedure to significantly help patients with elbow arthritis. In fact, Dr. Albrecht has now preformed this procedure on two of his own Labradors. Dr. Albrecht is a member of the Veterinary Arthroscopy Arthrology Advancement society, or VA3, making him a recognized world leader in veterinary arthroscopy.

Hospital GHV provides complete general and advanced pet care, including during extended and Saturday hours.

• Acupuncture – Dr. Sara Hann, DVM, CVA, is using acupuncture to provide complimentary care to treat arthritis, lameness, postoperative pain, nerve injury, back and muscle pain, GI problems, lick granulomas, allergies and general wellness.

• Laparoscopic surgery – Dr. Madelynn Fell is our goto veterinarian for minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, including spays. Many clients have heard of these laparoscopic procedures, but don’t realize that GVH is the only hospital in the Gallatin Valley to offer this service. With laparoscopic procedures, the incisions are smaller and less painful for your pet.

Dr. Albrecht additionally performs more advanced laparoscopic procedures, such as gastropexies.

• Advanced anesthesia – Our care is based on recommendations from, and consultation with, a board certified Veterinary Anesthesiologist. Every pet that undergoes anesthesia has a dedicated anesthetist whose sole job is to make sure anesthesia runs smoothly and your pet is safe.

• Recovery facilities – Uniquely designed anesthesia recovery area and warming kennels that help provide a smoother, gentler recovery after anesthesia.

• Oncology – Experienced oncology (cancer care) for pets, from surgery to chemotherapy.

• Dental care – From prophylactic cleanings to advanced care, GVH dental care is provided by highly trained doctors and technicians. Doctors Kari Swenson, Sarah Hann and Madelynn Fell have completed training in advanced extractions and restoratives and our dental technicians have been through special dental training to ensure that your pet has the best comprehensive dental care possible. Board certified Veterinary Dentist Dr. Tony Woodward, of Montana Pet Dental, sees clients at GVH as well.

• Rehabilitation services –Jen Hill, CCRP, provides rehabilitation services, including laser therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, e-stim and customized at-home exercises. Sometimes, the best course of action is not surgery. GVH staff, in conjunction with Jen Hill, can work up an individualized plan that might include special hobbles and exercises. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to the your pet’s care.

• Digital radiography (X-rays) and digital dental radiography – This technology and our level of expertise allow us to better diagnose and treat your loved ones. Digital images facilitate fast, easy consults by board certified specialists.

• Diagnostic ultrasound –Dr. Brit Culver, one of only two board certified Small Animal Internists practicing in Montana, visits monthly to offer this service.

• On-site laboratory services – On-site service provide for fast results for critical care patients and

special pricing from Antech for outside services allows for advanced testing with great pricing.

We Care

GVH not only cares for our clients and patients, but also the community, state and world. In the last year, we have teamed up with K-9 Cares Montana to help a wounded warrior, pledging lifelong wellness care for this incredible team. We are also happy to be the top paw sponsor of the 2015 K9-9K, an event where the proceeds go to such worthy causes as the National Canine Cancer Foundation, which is working on ending cancer in our four-legged friends; K-9 Care Montana, which provides service dogs to wounded veterans and those with special needs; and Run Dog Run, an organization advocating for additional off-leash recreation facilities for Bozeman area dog owners.

Dr. Albrecht is an adjunct faculty member of the Washington State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital and Gallatin Veterinary Hospital is one of the only facilities in Montana approved to directly train the next generation of veterinarians. We also host student veterinarians and veterinary technician students from across the country.

In addition, GVH donates more than $20,000 annually to help pets that can’t help themselves. On a global scale, we are helping build schools for children around the world. We have also donated services to the following shelters: • Heart of the Valley (Bozeman), • Stafford Animal Shelter (Livingston), • Lewis & Clark Humane Society (Helena), • Chelsea Bailey Butte, • Silverbow Animal Shelter (Butte), • Albert’s Angel Fund (Butte), • Bitterroot Humane Society (Hamilton), and • Bassett Rescue of Montana (Missoula).

For more information about GVH services or our humanitarian projects, please give us a call at 406.587.4458, visit us at 1635 Reeves Rd. E. or check us out online at gallatinvethospital.com.

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“The eyes are the

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– English Proverb

Perhaps more important than their status as “windows of the soul,” the eyes are, in fact, windows to the body. Providing the only place where the vascular (circulatory) system can be viewed without surgical means, the eyes offer a snapshot of physical health that far exceeds mere sight, which is arguably of critical import in our everyday lives. A lack of knowledge about our eyes could mean the difference between being able to see and spending the rest of our lives in near or complete blindness. Eye health education is absolutely essential to helping people seek diagnosis and treatment for eye conditions.

Why is eye health important?

Once your vision is gone, it’s gone forever.

Yet, eye health is often seen as an extra; a national survey on eye care reported that Americans see doctors and dentists far more regularly than they visit eye doctors.

Remarkably, the World Health Organization estimates that up to 80% of blindness and serious vision loss around the world is avoidable through prevention or treatment.

Good vision contributes to improved physical health, motor skills, learning and comprehension, which all provide for a better quality of life. And, since 80% of the brain is somehow associated with vision, healthy eyes also mean healthy brain function.

At what age do you recommend an initial eye exam?

About 80% of what we learn is through our eyes, so we recommend that children be screened at six months of age and receive an eye exam by age three in order to support their development. We recommend an additional exam before children enter first grade, at five or six years of age, to ensure their success as they begin their formal education.

Can I “cure” a vision problem if I catch it early enough?

Early detection and timely treatment are the best ways to prevent vision loss. Eye examinations are recommended every two years, more often if you are over 60 or at high risk for eye disease. Certain vision problems, such as strabismus (crossed eyes), can indeed be cured with prompt, effective treatment, which is why we advocate preventative care and regular exams.

What are the most common vision concerns?

The most common vision problems, which are further defined below, include presbyopia, myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, amblyopia, strabismus, color definciency, nyctalopia and photophobia.

Presbyopia is an age-related condition that causes a decrease in the eye’s ability to sharply focus on nearby objects due to the hardening of the eye’s lens.

Myopia (nearsightedness) results in seeing nearby objects clearly and faraway objects poorly.

Hyperopia (farsightedness) results in seeing faraway objects clearly and nearby objects poorly.

Astigmatism is the result of an irregular curvature in the eye; instead of being shaped like a basketball, the eye is shaped more like a football. Astigmatism affects the way the eye processes light and results in varying degrees of blurred vision.

Amblyopia (lazy eye) surfaces at an early age and involves favoring one eye over the other. When this occurs, the neglected eye rarely develops like it should, appearing “lazy” next to the properly functioning eye.

Strabismus (crossed eyes) occurs when the muscles that surround the eye don’t work well together. As a result, each eye can simultaneously look in different directions, sending two different images to the brain.

Color Deficiency (colorblindness) is the inability to discern certain colors; confusing red and green is the most common type of colorblindness.

Nyctalopia (night blindness) is the inability to see well in poorly lit areas or situations, like driving at night. Nyctalopia is a symptom of other eye disorders, such as cataracts or nearsightedness.

Photophobia (light sensitivity) is not a disease, but rather a symptom of an underlying condition, such as inflammation. Symptoms include headaches and eye strain when exposed to direct or bright light.

Are there any new technologies that aid in diagnosis and treatment?

We are proud to offer the newest technology available for examining eye health, thereby facilitating early detection and treatment options for macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts and certain systemic conditions, like diabetes.

Both the Belgrade and Bozeman offices offer analysis via the optical coherence tomographer (OCT), which provides realtime cross-sectional images and quantitative analysis of retinal features to diagnose and monitor macular degeneration, glaucoma and other serious diseases of the retina.

This instrument allows better visualization of tissue layers deep in the eye.

Both offices also offer the Optomap, a retinal imagining scanner that provides a detailed digital map of your retina that confirms a healthy eye or detects the presence of disease. This tool allows you to view your retina with your doctor during examination discussions. The image provided by the Optomap also becomes a permanent record for your medical file, enabling your doctor to make important comparisons if potential problems show themselves at a future examination.

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Sapphire Gallery Sapphire Gallery

Mining Montana Sapphires Since 1992 Mining Montana Sapphires Since 1992

Our story begins 1987ononGem Gem Mountain Mountain ininPhilipsburg, Montana, Our story begins in in 1987 Philipsburg, Montana, whenSiegford Dale Siegford began Montana when Dale began digging fordigging Montanafor sapphires.

While working sapphires. While working two other jobs to pay for the kilns, two other jobs to pay for the kilns, Dale experimented with bringing Dale experimented with bringing sapphires to high temperatures, sapphires to high himself the artto of heat treatment. teaching himself thetemperatures, art of heat teaching treatment.

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In 1988, Shirley – a ranch wife, mother of three and former special education teacher – began selling Montana jewelry at the In 1988, Shirley – a ranch wife, mother of three and former special Gem Mountain Shop. Her instincts for customer service were educationbyteacher – beganfor selling Montana jewelryand at theassisting Gem Mountain heightened her passion sapphire jewelry customers in their search for the service perfectwere blue sapphirebyring, pink Shop. Her instincts for customer heightened her passion sapphire earrings or stunning sapphire necklace.

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Two a half busy Dalelater, lit outShirley on theirand own.Dale Dale lit and and Europe!

Two years and later, a halfShirley busyand years out Montana on theirsapphires own. Dale hadboxfuls Montana sapphires by the boxfuls had by the and, with his heat-treating expertise and, with his heat-treating expertise and Shirley’s experience in and Shirley's experience in crafting and retailing artisan sapphire jewelry, crafting and retailing artisan sapphire jewelry, it was the making itofwas the making team!ofIn1992, Januarythey of 1992, they embarked on new a great team!ofIna great January embarked on their prospect: the wholesale beginning ofofSapphire Gallery,Inc., Inc., their new prospect: the wholesale beginning Sapphire Gallery, in in Philipsburg.

By summer, Dale had purchased an empty building, Philipsburg. By summer, Dale had purchased an empty building, once the once the oldest family-owned grocery store in Montana. Working oldest grocery store in Montana.

Working the unheated in thefamily-owned unheated building, their experienced staffinsold and building, experienced stafffrom sold and created sapphire jewelry from 60 a created their sapphire jewelry a start-up collection of only pieces. collection Meanwhile, Shirley, Dale, family and friends completely start-up of only 60 pieces.

Meanwhile, Shirley, Dale, family and renovated the premises, which became the Sapphire Gallery friends completely renovated the premises, which became the Sapphire home in a grand opening on December 12, 1992.

Gallery home in a grand opening on December 12, 1992.

Since then, the Sapphire Gallery has built and maintained a worldwide of overhas 3,000 pieces of sapphire and Since then, thecollection Sapphire Gallery built and maintained a worldwide ruby jewelry. With more than 20 years in the Montana jewelry collection overGallery 3,000 pieces of sapphire and rubypieces jewelry.ofWith more and business,ofthe has sold over 25,000 custom than 20 years in the Montana jewelry business, Gallery earrings has sold over ready-made sapphire jewelry, from pink the sapphire to yellow sapphire necklaces.

25,000 pieces of custom and ready-made sapphire jewelry, from pink sapphire earrings to yellow sapphire necklaces.

So, whether you’re searching for a pink sapphire engagement ring to say “I do,” or those perfect blue sapphire earrings to mark a special letathe Gallery help create So, whether you'reoccasion, searching for pinkSapphire sapphire engagement ringyou to say life-long Come visitearrings and participate in finding your "Ia do, " or thosetreasure. perfect blue sapphire to mark a special occasion, own sapphires or take an online tour of available jewelry and let the Sapphire Gallery help youofcreate a life-long treasure. Come visit enjoy the wonderful world Montana sapphires!

For more and participate in finding your own sapphires or take online tour of information, visit sapphiregallery.com call an 800.525.0169. available jewelry and enjoy the wonderful world of Montana sapphires!

For more information, visit sapphiregallery.com or call 800.525.0169.

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adventure in the Backcountry Jerry Johnson knows West Yellowstone hospitality. A second generation Montanan, the former mayor and current city commissioner grew up working with his parents, who have owned and operated motels in West Yellowstone for the past 65 years.

Now, through Backcountry Adventure, he shares the majestic beauty and vast grandeur that is West Yellowstone with locals and worldwide visitors alike.

Alongside his wife, Jacquelyn, their two children, Keith and Kendra, and a staff with experience in the West Yellowstone area ranging from 31 to 62 years, Johnson provides custom snowcoach, snowmobile, snowshoe and cross country ski excursions, as well as Old Faithful tours and full clothing and accommodation packages.

Featuring environmentally friendly snowmobile models from top manufacturers, Backcounty Adventure snowmobile rentals are completely customizable to include a guide, complete clothing package, accommodations packages, and even specific

snowmobile models. And with a free tank of gas for each daily rental, the West Yellowstone world is your playground.

A great way to experience Yellowstone, snowmobile tours of the Park and surrounding area provide a unique view of the unparalleled landscape and abundant wildlife. Snowmobile tour stops in Yellowstone National Park can include Madison Junction, Fountain Paint Pot, Midway Geyser Basin and Biscuit Basin. In addition, Backcountry Adventure provides three interpretive snowmobile trips to Old Faithful – the world’s most concentrated area of geothermal features – and one trip to the Yellowstone Grand Canyon each day. Guided snowmobile trips in the Gallatin National Forest just outside of Yellowstone Park, an area offering over 200 miles of groomed trails with spectacular views and deep powder, are also regularly available throughout the season.

Another great option for exploring the Park in absolute comfort and security is a snowcoach tour. Family- and group-friendly, Ford E350 conversion van snowcoach tours are highly affordable ad provide visitors with the freedom to stop whenever they want for photo opportunities. In addition to Old Faithful and Canyon Park tours, Backcountry Adventure also offers private snowcoach expeditions.

Join the Johnson family and the highly experienced, personable and knowledgeable staff of Backcountry Adventure to create the adventure of a lifetime.

Located at 224 N. Electric Street in West Yellowstone, Montana, Backcountry Adventure can be reached by calling 406.646.9317.

For reservations, check out the convenient rental calculator and call 800.924.7669 or email reservations@backcountryadventures.com. For more information, visit www. backcountry-adventures.com or check them out on Facebook @ backcountryadventures.

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West Yellowstone

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A Year-Round Family Destination

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Regardless of season, West Yellowstone has something unforgettable to offer every visitor! The long summer days provide outdoor enthusiasts unlimited access to explore and play in the splendor of the high country.

And no other destination rivals the wonder of Yellowstone National Park ( Yellowstone) in the winter.

Located in the heart of Yellowstone country – mere blocks from the Park, 45 minutes from Old Faithful and just 86 miles north of Grand Teton National Park – West Yellowstone is the perfect Yellowstone location for your Montana vacation. Small in size, but large in accommodations, West Yellowstone offers thousands of different comfortable and affordable lodging options. West Yellowstone also has a variety of dining options, including family-run restaurants, cafes, pancake houses, coffee houses and bistros. Enjoy regional trout, elk and bison specialties or traditional western cuisine. Be sure to top it off with a Montana huckleberry treat!

The rustic history of West Yellowstone comes alive in many of its dining facilities.

SPRING Warmer temperatures and lengthening days produce sunny afternoons, stunning sunsets and starry nights. Wildlife abounds close to roads and rivers and there is a photo waiting to be taken around each corner. Spring and early summer bring some of the best wildlife spotting opportunities of the year. In the spring, bears come out and many reported sightings will be noted. There are several scenic drives throughout the area that allow for wildlife viewing.

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This is a unique time of year, when the public can enter Yellowstone by bicycle, roller skis and roller blades or other non-motorized travel. The roads between the west entrance at West Yellowstone and Mammoth Hot Springs open as conditions allow from late-March (generally the last Friday in March) through the third Thursday in April, depending on weather. The West gate does not start charging entrance fees until it re-opens for vehicle travel. So you can blade, bike or hike in at no charge. Roads into Yellowstone’s interior begin opening in mid-April, with the west entrance and access to Madison Junction, south to the Old Faithful area, north to Norris and then east to Canyon. On Memorial Day weekend, the historic Earthquake Lake Visitor Center on Hwy 287 opens to the public and provides daily presentations and weekly guided hikes.

Admission is free.

SUMMER Throughout the summer, West Yellowstone offers a variety of activities and events. Outdoor enthusiasts can choose from fly and lake fishing, related lessons and guided trips; kayak lessons and rentals; horseback rides, mountain trail rides and overnight pack trips; outdoor mountain cookouts; mountain bike trail rides; bird watching and hiking. Just north of West Yellowstone, Hebgen Lake provides miles and miles of shoreline perfect for camping, boating, canoeing and some of the best fishing around.

History buffs should make sure to include a stop at the Yellowstone Historic Center Museum or a stroll with the West Yellowstone Historic Walking Tour. Enjoy a great family-friendly 4th of July complete with a

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small parade that anyone can participate in, Pie on the Porch at the Museum, and free music in the City Park. End the evening with a great fireworks display set against a majestic mountain backdrop. It’s a small town celebration at its best! Other events and attractions include the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, the Smokejumper Ranger program for kids, Yellowstone Giant Screen Theater, Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo, The Playmill Theatre, Rod Run car show and 10-day Mountain Man Rendezvous.

FALL West Yellowstone is at its best for hiking, scenery, fishing and wildlife watching during the fall. Fall temperatures and foliage create oncein-a-lifetime photo opportunities at Old Faithful and other geysers in Yellowstone National Park. Fall is also elk mating season: huge bull elk battle for their harems with eerie, echoing bugles across wide valleys.

And bears enter into a state of hyperphagia, during which they eat as much as they can in anticipation of the coming winter. There are several scenic drives around the Yellowstone area as well, where one has the opportunity to view wildlife, capture gorgeous photographs and see the area at its most colorful.

WINTER In the West Yellowstone winter wonderland, snowfall averages 143 inches, starting in November and lasting through mid-April. The streets of West Yellowstone remain snow-packed all season, providing a trailhead literally at your front door. Ski or snowmobile from your hotel or motel to an extensive trail system. Snowmobile rentals (including clothing) are available for different skill levels. A 400-mile groomed trail system winds through the southern reaches of Montana and into Island Park, Idaho. For the experienced skier or snowmobiler, groomed trails lead to backcountry adventures. Professional guides are available to take enthusiasts to remote locations with untracked powder and no lines.

West Yellowstone is a cross-country ski mecca. Snow-covered trails, perfect corduroy and rolling terrain entice everyone from beginners to diehards. The groomed Rendezvous Ski Trails – at the southwestern edge of town – offer over 35 kilometers of varied terrain, from gently rolling hills to challenging climbs. The “Upriver” and “Downriver” loops of the Riverside Trail combine to create nearly 10 kilometers of classic track along the banks of the Madison River. Dogs, classic skiers and snowshoers are also welcome on the Boundary Trail, a six-mile trek out and back from town to Baker’s Hole Campground. Just north of West Yellowstone is some of the best, low-angle backcountry skiing in the west. Trailheads along Highway 191 provide easy access to incredible scenery, petrified trees and winter wildlife.

Experience the winter wonderland of the forests around West Yellowstone by taking a sled dog ride. Nothing beats the thrill of a well-trained team of sled dogs pulling you through the snow-covered landscape. Our local musher and breeder welcomes you to take a tour of the kennel and learn more about this exciting sport. Three times during the winter, West Yellowstone explodes with the excited yips and barks of sled dog teams as they line up for races.

On December 15th, the west entrance to Yellowstone opens to offer a unique experience and adventure. Each day, commercially guided snowcoach and snowmobile tours travel over snow-covered groomed roads, from the west entrance at West Yellowstone to popular destinations inside the wintry heart of Yellowstone. All tours are conducted by interpretive guides, local experts that provide a wealth of information about Yellowstone and personal experiences that you could never read in a guidebook.

Winter also brings a variety of events to West Yellowstone. Monthly Kids’N’Snow weekends offer an assortment of inexpensive activities introducing families to winter activities including ice-skating and sledding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, winter learning programs and Saturday night s’mores.

Ski events include the annual Yellowstone Ski Festival – held Thanksgiving week each November – and the annual Yellowstone Rendezvous Race in March, the area’s only marathon cross-country ski race. Make it a weekend and bring your camera for the Youth Ski Festival. Or try one of the citizen ski races, open to every age and racing ability.

In January, the NAIFC Ice Fishing Tournament takes place on Hebgen Lake, just north of town. This official North American Ice Fishing Circuit event – on Hebgen Lake at Kirkwood Resort & Marina – is winter’s equivalent of summer’s big bass and walleye tournaments, filled with seminars, a kid’s workshop and the fishing competition itself.

Yellowstone winters culminate in the Snowmobile Expo & Powersports Show, which features snowmobile events, a vintage snowmobile show, a freestyle competition, and the Exhibition Hall show, where all four snowmobile manufacturers showcase the next year’s models. In 2015, the outdoor concerts returned to the Expo, providing two nights of music and high-flying snowmobile aerial stunts at the City Park.

It’s always the perfect season for a visit to West Yellowstone!

We look forward to seeing you. For more information, visit DestinationYellowstone.com.

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Head West When you walk through the door of Head West at first you might think that it is a typical western store, but within only a few steps you realize it’s so much more. The inviting smell of leather and the creaks of an original wooden floor greet you. Men’s Stetson hats line the walls and a great selection of handsome shirts in wools and winter plaids tactually tantalize. As you glide past the antique cases filled with turquoise and silver artisan-crafted jewelry and unique western influenced gifts, you are now inspired! The women’s section extends throughout the rest of this well merchandised store, offering many types of cross-over and western inspired pieces. No western store would be complete without the boot wall, and Head West does not disappoint! With boot eye candy from Corral to Old Gringo, and even hand fashioned Montana made Canty Boots, their selection is not to be missed. The most original part of Head West isn’t even on the main floor. Past the register is a special stairway that takes you down into an expanse of fabulous vintage and consignment pieces that have been hand selected from all over the country. Whatever you’re looking for, this little locally owned Bozeman boutique seems to have something for everyone!

Double D Ranchwear, Pendleton, Stetson, Ryan Michael Woolrich, Tasha Polizzi, Old Gringo, Corral, Handcrafted Jewelry, Leather Bags, Local Art and Montana Made Gifts!

Check out the Consignment Corral! Western Resale, Broken~in Boots & Vintage Clothing in the Basement. We consign too!

A Montana Lifestyle + Western Boutique

24 West Main St.| Bozeman, MT | 406.587.2153 Open 7 Days a Week! Located Downtown

Shop online this spring! www.headwestbozeman.com

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TwoTop Top Yellowstone Winter Winter Tours Two Yellowstone Tours

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bubbling geysers, active wildlife unmatched scenery,Yellowstone Yellowstone WithWith bubbling geysers, active wildlife andand unmatched scenery, onethe of most the most beautiful areas in the lower 48—and bestway way Park Park is oneis of beautiful areas in the lower 48—and thethe best to experience it all is riding on a snowmobile.

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Howard McCray established Two Top Rentals in 1969, Howard McCray established TwoSnowmobile Top Snowmobile Rentals in 1969, whenwhen he decided to supplement the slow season at Richardson’s he decided to supplement the slow season at Richardson’sMotel Motel – an establishment he owned and operated from 1962 until 1986 – by – an establishment he owned and operated from 1962 until 1986 – by renting out a few sleds: three, to be exact. But his supplemental income renting out abut. few sleds: to be exact.

But his supplemental income proved anything “I lostthree, my shirt,” remarked Howard in a 1986 provedwith anything but.Yellowstone “I lost my shirt, ” remarked in aa1986 interview The West News, “but I Howard had to take chance interview with The West Yellowstone News, “but I had to take aOne chance because I was already losing my shirt in the dealership business.” of because I was already losing my shirt in the dealership business. ” One the earliest dealers in West, Howard came to the unfortunate realizationof the earliest dealerstointest-drive West, Howard came merely to the unfortunate realization that those who came most often borrowed and returned.

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Big Sky Shuttle Luxury Travel Service We Will Take You Anywhere You Want To Go! Big Sky Shuttle, Inc. (BSS) Luxury Travel Service, a groundbreaking travel venture, connects clients from Big Sky and Bozeman to distinctive destinations throughout Montana and nearby states. BSS Luxury Travel Service provides airport service from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (Gallatin Field) and other neighboring airports, including Ennis and West Yellowstone. Prearrange your corporate travel, entertainment outings and uniquely memorable excursions, including parts of Montana unknown to most travelers. Traveling to Jackson Hole for the weekend? BSS will make your excursion memorable! Planning a vacation at a remote fishing or hunting lodge? BSS will greet you at your arrival airport and safely transport you to your destination in luxury. Big Sky, Bozeman, Livingston, Paradise Valley, Ennis and West Yellowstone are just a few of BSS Luxury Travel Service’s destinations.

Founded in 2006 to provide private employee transportation to and from Bozeman for the Yellowstone Club, BSS is an innovative company implementing transportation solutions for the future growth of Big Sky that reduce traffic, increase safety and support the preservation of the Gallatin Canyon.

During its nearly five years of 24/7 service for the Yellowstone Club, BSS ran 14,500 trips covering 1.5 million miles and transporting 170,000 passengers, all while maintaining a perfect safety record.

Following completion of the Yellowstone Club contract, BSS provided private crew transportation in North Dakota, Texas and New Mexico for the next four years, continuing their exceptional commitment to safety. To date, BSS has traveled nearly two million accident- and safety violation-free miles. But the BSS commitment to safety extends well 100 Destination Big Sky 2016

beyond their steadfast attention to Montana and Federal DOT regulations; BSS only hires chauffeurs with a clean driving record, who pass preemployment and random drug testing, and are highly experienced at navigating the range of extreme weather conditions in Montana and surrounding states.

BSS strictly maintains all company vehicles, inspecting them daily to ensure safety and performance.

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With discretion and professional service as their utmost dictate, BSS chauffeurs allow clients to relax and enjoy the abundant beauty of Montana, while being safely and comfortably transported to their destination. Committed to accommodating any and all special requests to the best of its ability, BSS welcomes pets (subject to approval and reservation) and can provide child safety seats. BSS Luxury Travel Service ensures a uniquely memorable experience paralleled only by the distinct and unrivaled Montana landscape and lifestyle.

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Crail Ranch North

Conservators Connect With Crails’ 1870s Ranch

By Anne Marie Mistretta

David Coffin, a furniture maker by trade and old home restorer by hobby, bought a rural property parcel in the Bridgers in 2009. Standing on the 13 acres beneath majestic Sacajawea Peaks are five structures. The main home appears to be modern. The four other buildings are relics of the Homestead Era – dating back to the 1870s – and beneath the updated exterior of the main home lies another log structure. Little did Coffin know that this property was homesteaded by a young man named Frank Crail, who left Indiana in 1865 while he was in his twenties.

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“After a few years of work on the buildings, I decided I wanted to know more about their history. I started with a land records search and discovered the original owner was a man named Augustus Franklin Crail,” recounts Coffin. “I obtained sketchy info on the Crails from various local sources. Then I decided to do an online search. Up came all of this information about the Crail Ranch – except it was in Big Sky!” The Historic Crail Ranch Museum website lured Coffin to Big Sky in December 2014, where he encountered a snow-bound ranch campus. But David Coffin

is persistent, and he tracked down a Crail Ranch Conservator. After five months of correspondence, Coffin toured the Crail Ranch Museum last spring, and Conservators have visited Coffin’s Crail Ranch North.

“There is a reason Crail’s buildings continue to survive the rigors of time and the ravages of Montana winters.

Crail constructed his buildings with unique joinery that reduces movement. It’s called a double dovetail.” Close examination of the buildings on both Crail Ranches in the Bridgers and Big Sky reveals that they are nearly mirror images. “The buildings’ joints look like twins. And Crail replicated many features 30 years later at his second ranch in Big Sky.”

Photos: Left: Restoration.

Top and middle: Coffin at the Historic Crail Ranch in Big Sky. Right: David Coffin explains the unique joints at a Crail structure in the Bridgers.

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Left: Coffin poses next to a barn originally built

by Frank Crail in the Bridgers in the 1970s.

Coffin scoured local museums and the Internet to obtain Crail historical documents and photos to display in his home and in what was most likely the very first Crail cabin, which Coffin is renovating into a guesthouse. “I found so much information at the Crail Ranch Museum. Big Sky is fortunate to have Crail Homestead structures on public land. But possibly the most fortunate thing is all of the documents, photos, and information about the family. It all conveys clearly a way of life back in homestead times.”

Conservators were able to help Coffin fill some of the informational void about his ranch. They shared copies of

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letters that Crail wrote when he owned the spread in the Bridgers.

“I really appreciated the formal portrait photos of Sallie and the kids, taken when they lived in the Bridgers.”

The vistas from the foothills of the Bridgers are as dramatic as the ones from the Meadow in Big Sky. Frank Crail knew how to select outstanding landscapes for his ranches. David Coffin appreciates Crail’s ranching craft. “I’ll be working on this ranch for decades.

It’s a labor of love.”

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A Pattern for Living: Bechtle Architects Brings Organic Design to Big Sky

“At the core... is the idea that people should design for themselves their own houses, streets and communities. This idea... comes simply from the observation that most of the wonderful places of the world were not made by architects but by the people.”

— Christopher Alexander, A Pattern Language

It is in the interpretation – the literal translation of concept into construction – that Scott Bechtle and his team at Bechtle Architects find their purpose, making manifest a vision that, as it grows, begins to reflect the times and people of a place. “When I walk through one of my buildings or developments, I see the personalities of the individuals that took part in its creation,” remarks Bechtle with a smile. “Architecture is about working with people to eventually create a cohesive space that not only merges the qualities and values of those involved, bringing them to life through the building, but also seamlessly melds with the environment that surrounds it,” says Bechtle. “Bringing my clients’ visions to life is what I truly love about my work.”

Since 2005, Bechtle Architects has been in the business of designing homes, commercial buildings, developments and communities that realize clients’ visions while positively affecting human behavior, connecting people to their environment and one another. “It’s really about creating a place, rather than simply dividing space with structures,” remarks Bechtle, “about capturing the personality of a people, while supporting the basic underlying patterns of living.”

No example is quite so telling as Big Sky Town Center, a modern development integrating organic elements and design features to architecturally connect the people of Big Sky with their environment and one another. While the Center realizes the personality and vision 106 Destination Big Sky 2016

of the Simkins family, it also reflects the patterns of life in a small, remote mountain community like Big Sky. Consistent structural style and materials create a cohesive feel, while mixed-use buildings include retail space with residential above, supporting the live/work scenarios reminiscent of pioneer Montana towns and reflective of current Big Sky lifestyles. What appear to be several small storefronts and businesses are, in fact, larger structures separated by outdoor “rooms” framed in by sidewalks, buildings and recessed entries all deftly appointed with nature’s furnishings: trees, grass, flowers, shrubs and canopies.

An abundance of glass keeps the cold out and the warmth in without imposing separation and compartmentalizing space. All of these elements are beguilingly intentional, detailed from the project’s inception.

Bechtle’s recent work throughout Big Sky further illustrates his emphasis on extending the inside to the outside, connecting people to each other and integrating developments into larger communities.

Roxy’s Market owners Mike and Roxy Lawler wanted the shop to have the feel of a barn with silo, solidifying the farm-to-table concept as well as reflecting the more agrarian Montana lifestyle. This posed a challenge when considering the shop’s function as a cost effective utilitarian food warehouse. By using smaller barn-like massings to break down the entry and service functions and trim to create a large barn door appearance, Bechtle was able to create the desired aesthetic

without sacrificing the budget. “For the interior, we used expression of structure, simple lighting, and durable materials to focus on minimalism and bright colors were employed to emphasize the bounty of fresh produce,” remarks Bechtle.

Creative design and problem solving was similarly applied to John Romney’s Lot B and E mixed-use developments – across from fire pit park and adjacent to Building 32, respectively – where elements, palettes and materials were catered to complement current structures, maintain views and encourage connectivity within residential, commercial and natural spaces.

Functioning as a transition between the older core of buildings to the west and the future hotel and plaza buildings to the east, Lone Mountain Land Lot 2/3 (currently under construction) reflects a contemporary storefront approach to typical downtown development, as well. The building façade is broken into three storefronts to break down the building scale, with an open retail ground level and residential above. Large canopies over the retail level sidewalks encourage pedestrian activity and breakout sidewalk seating.

basic elements of shelter and security, Bechtle examines the psychology of people, place and space.

“It’s incredible to take a client’s words – what’s in their mind – and translate it into a structure or development,” Bechtle states. “But, responsible design isn’t just about creating one individual’s personal mecca, it requires insight into how each individual fits into the larger community, how that community is part of a place, which, in turn, reflects a regional identity, and so on.”

In this manner, design is not only customized to the individual, but also the societal patterns of a place and its people.

“In truth,” Bechtle admits, “I love planning as much as architecture because I’m creating opportunities for people to come in contact with one another, to develop community, and to remember why we live where we live.” That refined sensitivity to people and place and the critical connection between the two has indeed become a hallmark of Bechtle Architects’ work, securing it as the premier designer of what will surely become the blueprint for a bright future under the big sky.

For more information about Bechtle Architects or to view a portfolio sample, visit www.bechtle-architects.com.

In his book, A Pattern Language, Christopher Alexander laid the foundation for Bechtle’s philosophy about planning, architectural design and his responsibility toward his clients, larger communities and the environment. Alexander describes how to make a street or downtown area feel active and vibrant; to create concentrations of people around public spaces or squares, encouraging connectivity and congregation; and to cohesively and conscientiously create inviting commercial, residential and natural spaces. In realizing the Destination Big Sky 2016 107

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• Ventilations systems c. Installation of the geothermal well field can be disruptive to surrounding landscape.

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The Last Best Secret

Bozeman-Yellowstone International Airport

by Corinne Richardson

There is a renaissance taking place in southwest Montana. It’s a well-kept secret amongst those who live and vacation here, and Gallatin Field Airport is at the heart of it. Gallatin Field, recently renamed Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN), has undergone a huge transformation—one that has doubled its size, introduced a customs office, and posited it to become the busiest airport in Montana.

There is much to admire about the airport: its light and spacious design abounding in historical and regional references. A combination of local materials, wood, metal and fieldstone, paired with expansive mountain views, gives a sense of Big Sky Country’s spaciousness. Canada geese and sandhill cranes suspended in the high vaulted ceiling, an impressive bronze grizzly greeting visitors as they deplane, and a live video of Old Faithful streaming into a deep blue sky all exemplify what Montana is famous for: distinctive natural beauty.

Behind the expansion is a man who is passionate about airports. “I love the airline industry, but I have a passion for this airport,” says Brian Sprenger, Airport Director. “I’m a huge supporter of our community, which I define as West Yellowstone to Bozeman.” Sprenger’s love for airports is in his blood. His mother was a flight attendant and his father worked for Frontier Airlines in Denver before taking a position at Gallatin Field as station manager. When he was five, Sprenger saw the first Boeing 747 fly into Denver and he was enthralled for life. Sprenger has almost thirty years of airport experience, twenty-eight at Gallatin Field. In 1983, he got his start at Gallatin Field cleaning airliners and began working for Northwest Airlines in 1985 as a Customer Service Agent. He moved to Kalispell, then Minneapolis where he gained station management experience and 110 Destination Big Sky 2016

managed education programs.

In 1999, Sprenger was offered the job of Assistant Airport Director at Gallatin Field. “I feel it’s a privilege to live here in Bozeman. I get both to do the work I love and be where I want to live,” he says. In the thirteen years since his return, Sprenger has lived through a lot of change. He remembers when it was unusual to have more than one airliner on the ground at Gallatin Field, when boarding was via movable steps to the aircraft, and baggage claim were nonexistent. “It was a very intimate, exciting process,” Sprenger says.

Now, especially around busy holidays such as President’s day, there are as many as 70 commercial and corporate jets flying in and out of BZN per day. To put that in perspective, when including general aviation, that’s seven to eight planes an hour, or one plane every three minutes.

As he speaks, an Airbus A320 fills his office window, pulls up to the gate, and I can’t help but feel the same sense of excitement heard in Sprenger’s voice. We watch the jet’s arrival and the sudden action around it—the field crew directing the plane, carts darting to and from the aircraft, the appearance and disappearance of luggage, the slow whir of the engine shutting down. I stare out, mystified by all the moving parts and turn back to Sprenger, and ask, “How do you operate an airport?”

Sprenger laughs in his shy, quiet manner. “We provide the facility, the terminal from which everyone can operate— concessions, garbage handling, inside and outside security, the personnel employees of individual entities.” Over the years, the airport has grown from 30,000 to 430,000 passengers annually and now employs five hundred people.

Sprenger attributes a large part of the airport’s growth to Big Sky. “What Big Sky means to Bozeman is not always evident,” he says. BZN’s current nonstop flights from Atlanta and New York became possible because of Big Sky’s marketing. The initial investment of Chrystler and Northwest Airlines in the Chet Huntley days really launched the airport, and Boyne continued marketing that investment, Sprenger notes. “Big Sky Resort, the Yellowstone Club, Moonlight Basin, and the Club at Spanish Peaks took Gallatin Field from a one-season business to two,” Sprenger says. However, Sprenger is quick to point out that Bozeman is also crucial to Big Sky. The four pillars that give BZN strength and sustainability are the Bozeman community population base, Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky, and Montana State University.

The airport expansion came at a challenging economic time. “In 2008-09 we were deciding whether to do the terminal expansion project. When the bottom fell out we were down some in numbers, but we stayed the course and committed to the design process until we had to make a final decision,” Sprenger says. “It was risky to move forward, but we were seeing indications that traffic wasn’t going to drop and we thought the project would boost the local economy,” he adds. The expansion is already paying off. A video shot at 5 a.m. one recent morning shows every gate occupied by a plane.

Sprenger has accomplished a lot during his tenure as Airport Director, an appointment conferred upon him in 2009. In addition to the terminal expansion and new customs office, BZN, in conjunction with the FAA , has over the past fifteen years adopted new procedures that have reduced delays by 90%, added a $1.5 million dollar radar display, a control tower, and additional private air traffic control employees. BZN has also applied to privatize the airport screening process. One significant change was a modification to the airplane approach pattern. Sprenger points at a photo pinned to his bulletin board in which six planes are backed up on the runway, a delay caused by inclement weather but exacerbated by the airport’s approach control design. It practically took an act of congress to implement the change, but Sprenger worked tirelessly with the FAA and Montana Senators to expedite the airport’s departure process and thereby reduce delays.

Because Gallatin Field has grown more quickly than the FAA predicted, the airport has had to become proactive in making improvements and has used their own resources to make upgrades. Sprenger credits his predecessor, Ted Mathis, for having left Gallatin Field in a good financial position that allowed the airport to afford these improvements.

As for the new customs service at BZN, introduced in conjunction with the Yellowstone Club and Signature Flight Support in July, Sprenger says, “we’ve not even begun touching on what customs can do for us beyond servicing private jets.” For example, having a customs office at BZN allows hunters to take their weapons overseas, benefits any airline coming in to service Mexico, and offers international airlines the ability to bring in a charter flight to Yellowstone National Park. International cargo can now be cleared at BZN. “It will be interesting to see how customs service develops,” Sprenger says. “The market will determine the growth direction.”

One of the highlights in Sprenger’s career in airport management happened on September 11, 2001. While airports across the country were shut down, Gallatin Field remained open. FEMA directors, convening in Big Sky for a conference, were shuttled back to work by military flights from BZN. But Sprenger admits that Airforce One landing at Gallatin Field was among his top memorable experiences, and the photograph in his office is impressive. Sprenger watched Airforce One’s descent from the control tower in a severe thunderstorm. “For me, it satisfied a lifelong dream of seeing a Boeing 747 flying into Bozeman.”

As for future airport plans, Sprenger admits that it’s an ever-evolving industry, but on his wish list is expanded service, especially to Texas, and he hopes the airport can keep its competitive edge by remaining the lowest cost airport in Montana on a per-mile basis. “We’ve accomplished a lot in a few years,” Sprenger says, “and now it’s time to make sure the changes are leveraged to the fullest. We need to focus on improving the consistency of good service from the time a passenger parks to the time they board.”

In the meantime, you can expect that Sprenger will be posting the next problem to tackle on his bulletin board—and then churning out solutions.

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Join Montana Whitewater for an unforgettable journey filled with adventure, history, wildlife and the expansive sky that will captivate even the youngest visitors. Raft through historic Yankee Jim canyon with Bald Eagles flying overhead. Soar through the trees on a ZipLine, capturing a bird’s eye view of the Gallatin Canyon. Master the art of Fly-Fishing with river sounds filling the air. Introduce your family to Montana’s wide-open spaces on horseback and explore the unique ecosystem of the Northern Rockies.

Montana Whitewater knows how special Montana is to its residents and visitors. With two locations near Yellowstone Park, three rivers and unlimited adventure packages, we want to show you our home and share with you the beauty of the West. We take into consideration your location, party age/size, time, monetary constraints and desired adventure level when helping plan your activities. Our friendly reservationists know the area well and can answer questions and lend their expertise to your family’s vacation planning. Give us a call for a custom adventure that will have everyone leaving with the special memories responsible for Montana’s nickname, The Last Best Place.

My Family Has Never Been Rafting, Is It For Us? Cool, fresh water splashes your face. The kids squeal with excitement and you feel a rush of joy and adrenaline as you gaze from the mountain peaks to the rapids up ahead. Rafting can be fun for everyone! Montana Whitewater offers various levels of excitement on the Gallatin, Madison and Yellowstone Rivers, so our rafting trips can

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We have half day, full day and overnight options to allow you to choose how deep into the adventure you want to be. Be honest about your expectations and physical limitations and our receptionists will set you up with a suitable trip.

Some extra tidbits to ease the worried mind: every trip includes a comprehensive safety speech, outlining the necessary knowledge for successful river rafting. Achieving high levels of safety and cooperation on and off the river is our ultimate goal. Children must be a minimum of 5 years of age to raft on the Yellowstone River and 6 years of age to raft the Gallatin River. Our age minimums ensure that children are able to both understand and enjoy the feat of rafting Whitewater in the Rockies. Wetsuits and river booties are complimentary to ensure maximum comfort for our guests, so no worries if it is a little chilly out. All rafters will be outfitted with lifejackets and helmets prior to departure. Montana Whitewater will ensure that you are prepared, so all you need to focus on is having fun!

My Family Has Never ZipLined, Is It For Us? Feel the freedom of the wind rushing by and stretch your wings as your soar through the air. ZipLining is a fairly low impact way to see gorgeous views and get outside into the crisp mountain air. Along with an assortment of zip lines, each tour includes sky bridges and other adventure elements to add to your experience. With two available tour lengths at each location, you can choose the amount of ZipLining that fits your family’s thirst for adventure, time restraints and budget. Bond with your family, while overcoming fears and having fun on one of our ZipLine Adventure Tours! While there are certain health considerations to review, our ZipLines can accommodate most people. Kids need to be at least 5 years old and the youngsters can enjoy the tour Tandemstyle (harnessed to a trained and friendly Yellowstone ZipLine Guide) until they reach around 65lbs. Sorry, folks, tandem zipping is only for the youngsters. The guides will reassure any nervous adults through encouragement and maybe even a “push with permission.”

Unfortunately, our ZipLine does have a weight maximum for safety reasons and cannot accommodate guests over 260 pounds. If you have any other questions or concerns, give us a call!

The Weather Looks Questionable, Will My Raft Trip/Zip Trip Be Cancelled?

If you don’t like the weather in SouthWest Montana, wait 5 minutes.

Weather patterns move quickly across the expansive sky in our climate.

What looks like rain one minute, can quickly change to bluebird skies.

If you have concerns or want to be sure your trip is on, give us a call.

Our friendly reservationists can reassure you or reschedule your trip, if possible.

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My Family Wants To Do More Than One Activity? Help!

We will package any and all of our activities to suit your families wants and needs. Most combinations can successfully be completed in one day, but can also be split up, without sacrificing the discount. As you package together more activities, the discounts get better! Try our famous Zip and Dip Package (rafting and zipping). Add a horseback trail ride to your day of rafting, or get the kids together for a fly-fishing lesson. Let us be your one-stop-shop for all your outdoor adventures.

chocolate machine when it gets chilly. Our amazing location in the Gallatin Canyon gives us the unique ability to return you to warmer attire within minutes of getting off the water. We shuttle you away from the office and you’ll raft back in the direction of your vehicle and dry clothes. Our friendly staff not only live in the area, they love the area.

You’ll get a personalized wealth of area information not available in any guidebook. We want you to leave with new friends and look forward to your next visit and adventure.

My Children Are Younger Than 5, What Can We Do With Them?

For our younger boaters, we are excited to offer Tubing on the Madison River. Montana Whitewater is proud to run shuttles from locations in Bozeman and Four Corners to the Madison River. Use our high-quality river tubes to float a calm, wide and scenic section of the river. With parental supervision, we will permit kids as young as 3 years old to tube the Madison. Rent a cooler for drinks or try out the newest river fad, Stand-Up Paddle Boarding. A truly relaxing way to enjoy Montana’s beauty!

In these uncertain times it is so important to share quality experiences with friends and family. Being active in nature as a family makes for an incredible experience that can enrich our relationships and build our confidence.

Why Montana Whitewater?

A locally owned family company since 1992, Montana Whitewater knows what visitors are looking for in adventure recreation. Whether you are on a highly anticipated once-in-a-lifetime vacation or a local seeking weekday entertainment, we want to show you the best Montana has to offer and ensure your expectations are met. We don’t charge extra for gear that will keep you comfortable, or tack on any taxes or fees. We serve up delicious lunches and plug in the hot

Montana Whitewater wants you to feel the transformative magic of nature, the river and family togetherness. We know you can choose anywhere in the world to connect with your family in nature. Let us show you why we choose the Greater Yellowstone Area.

There is something fascinating and healing about being in a beautiful natural setting. Tensions melt away, tired eyes lift to the peaks and the river and they start to sparkle again. We start to see what is truly real and beautiful in everything.

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Meadow Village Center The Meadow Village Center, located just east of the Big Sky Chapel and Big Sky golf course, has served as the commercial center of Big Sky since its inception in 1970. Even then, the Meadow Village Center was the center of community life. It had Big Sky’s first grocery store and gathering place, the post office, a liquor store, a hairdresser, restaurants, the community library, the Big Sky Owners Association and other businesses critical to life in the community.

Today, 40 years later, the Meadow Village Center has grown into 13 buildings housing over 50 unique and diverse businesses and shops offering something for everyone. The shopping is great, whether you need groceries, a piece of art, the perfect birthday present or that special piece of furniture for the new house. You can bank, find a builder, buy a home, furnish it, insure it, pay for it, get fit, get well, treat yourself to a massage or a microbrew, get your mail or send it, have your hair done, grab some dinner and rent ski equipment all at the Big Sky Meadow Village Center!

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Lone Mountain Sports Lone Mountain Sports, established in 1974. Original. Local. An institution.

Simply put, a full-service ski shop like no other. After nearly forty years in business, Lone Mountain Sports (LMS) is the most established ski shop in Big Sky. For many skiers from Montana, around the country, and throughout the world, LMS is simply ‘the ski shop’! Having been with LMS throughout more than half its life, owners Scott and Carey Foster have helped to grow a family business with a family atmosphere that treat its clients and employees like just that - family.

Year after year you’ll see the same faces at LMS on both sides of the counter; always with a welcoming attitude towards new faces. The LMS family consists of dedicated, long time skiers committed to a love of the sport who encourage others to love and enjoy it as much as they do. With the average tenure of an LMS employee being about 12 years (some have over 30!!), it’s nearly impossible to find a staff more loyal or with more collective experience. Because of this experience and familiarity, the LMS family has cultivated a fun, relaxed environment. While this environment is unique, nearly as important is the deep well of knowledge with regards to skiing and ski equipment.

Through years of experience in the ski industry and a deep love of skiing in general, LMS is uniquely qualified to help equip skiers of all ability levels in their quest to progress and enjoy their time on the slopes. At LMS, it’s not about what’s right, it’s about what’s right for you. Our goal is your progression and enjoyment.

From the top down, the family at LMS is continually striving to expand its knowledge to achieve these goals. LMS has been and will always be committed to developing boot fitting techniques, researching and stocking the latest in clothing styles and advancements, offering a slope side demo ski program, continually improving the rental fleet, and having state of the art tuning equipment. The LMS commitment to progression is strong, and we enjoying doing it.

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pair of new boots and making the necessary adjustments to ensure a custom fit.

Being a true ski-in ski-out shop helps with the real time feedback necessary to achieve this. It also helps tremendously in the selection of a new pair of skis! The demo ski program at LMS is designed to help skiers find just the right ski. With a little guidance from the retail team, skiers can test out skis, allowing for a more comfortable, personal decision about which ski fits their style so they can enjoy and progress. This is only possible because LMS is only a few turns away.

Likewise, when it comes to style and enjoyment, LMS has always been committed to carrying great clothing styles and brands that offer the best technological advancements; keeping skiers looking good and feeling comfortable on the slopes.

Having the right clothing is important to skiers’ enjoyment, as is having the right accessories. The retail team skis daily and knows that properly fitted clothing, gloves, goggles, and helmets can go a long way towards a pleasant day skiing.

They are experts at what works and why, from long underwear to outerwear, top to bottom, and can help recommend the clothing and accessories to help you enjoy the mountains more.

Lone Mountain Sports is not only a retail ski shop. The rental department at LMS has such a wide variety of top-of-the-line skis available that it’s hard to match.

Adding in personal service and slope side convenience makes the rental shop at LMS unbeatable. Now carrying Burton snowboards and boots, LMS has once again stepped up their commitment to having the highest quality gear in their rental fleet.

LMS has also recently raised the bar in their repair shop with the purchase of stateof-the art Wintersteiger tuning equipment. For those who appreciate a well-tuned pair of skis or snowboard, racers, skiers, and boarders from around the region know that LMS has the state of the art tuning machines and a tuning team with decades of experience. This combination creates an unparalleled ability to provide the highest quality tune available at a reasonable cost.

So whether you need a simple hot wax, full ski make-over, a great set of rentals, new skis, new ski clothes, new custom fit boots or all of the above, there really is only one shop in Big Sky that has it all...Lone Mountain Sports!

Big Sky’s Oldest and Most Experienced Full-Service Ski Shop Great Rental and Demo Programs Professional Overnight Tuning Expert Boot Fitters Knowledgeable & Friendly Sales Team Ski & Snowboard Equipment including: Burton

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“Life is not always picture perfect, but I like to be taken there in my imagery.

Moments of bliss and pure amazement make me feel enlightened and enriched and I hope I can spread that feeling of consciousness through my photography.”

– Ryan Turner

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Capturing Big Sky:

Ryan Turner Photography Over 20 years ago, Ryan Turner visited Big Sky, Montana and his life was forever changed. Enraptured by visions of his future as a photographer in Big Sky, Turner moved and made manifest the dream he’s been living for the past 17 years.

“Ever since I can remember I have always been fascinated by photography, or the thought of using light to create art or document a memory,” reminisces Turner. That fascination with light – finding new ways in which light can “ignite the situation” – has been a driving force behind his photography and a hallmark of his uniquely remarkable images.

An acclaimed adventure photographer, Turner shoots stunning skiing, hiking and fly-fishing action shots, while capturing the landscape, lifestyle and a little of the unexpected along the way. “As an artist, it is easy to be inspired to get out and live the adventurous lifestyle Montana has to offer,” remarks Turner. “From its pristine mountain streams to its highest peaks, there is always an adventure awaiting.” Though he photographs primarily in Montana, Turner’s award-winning work has taken him to locations throughout the continental United States, Canada, France and many other places in between. Turner’s resume credits include Powder, Big Sky Journal, Montana Magazine, Forbes Life, Men's Journal and National Geographic Adventure among others, and clients the likes of Big Sky Resort, Yellowstone Club, Patagonia and Black Diamond. In addition, Bozeman Health Big Sky Medical Center features an extraordinary34-print installation of Turner’s work.

The Ryan Turner Photography Gallery is located at the Bighorn Shopping Center, near the junction of Montana Highways 191 and 64 in Big Sky, MT. Open Monday through Friday, from 10AM until 3PM and by appointment, the gallery showcases a selection of Turner’s amazing images from destinations throughout southwest Montana, including Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky Resort, Moonlight Basin and the Gallatin River. For more information or for an online sampling of Turner’s work, visit www. ryanturnerphotography.com.

Ryan Turner photographs with Nikon camera bodies and lenses.

He is a Nikon Professional Services (NPS) and American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) member.

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Raising the

woof with Dee-O-Gee Josh and Holly Allen, owners of Dee-O-Gee, are in the business of supporting just such transformation. Established in Bozeman in 2008, Dee-O-Gee is Montana’s best source for pet nutrition, supplements, grooming, toys and unique gear for your most loyal family members.

The Allens have featured eco-friendly products, natural foods and holistic supplements at Dee-O-Gee since its inception, focusing on nutrition as an integral facet of pet care. Many of the common “ailments” pets experience — dry skin, dull coats, allergies (itching and licking), gassy stomachs — are related to substandard food and inconsistent formulas with too many fillers and low-quality ingredients.

The best dog or cat diet is not unlike the best human diet: it consists of a variety of whole foods enhanced with vitamins and minerals, enzymes and supplements (when necessary) to promote optimal health and prevent disease. With very few exceptions, grocery store or pet chain box store foods are low quality and nutritionally deficient. “Your pet’s nutrition can be one of two things – the best proactive preventative medicine or the worst slow-acting poison,” Holly remarks.

“We’re all about helping our local pet owners make educated choices for their furry family members’ wellbeing. And we love what we do.” Dee-O-Gee helps to ensure the kind of nutrition and consistent quality your pet deserves by offering a range of reasonably priced, high-quality foods with a variety of protein, carbohydrate, vegetable and formula options, as well as the largest selection of natural pet supplements in Montana.

In addition to providing exceptional nutrition products and holistic support, Dee-O-Gee also offers pet grooming and daycare services. Voted "Bozeman's Best Pet Groomers" for 2012-2015 – the only years this category has been in existence – Dee-O-Gee service offerings include, full- and self-service dog grooming and dog daycare at two convenient locations in Bozeman – historic downtown and 19th Ave. The expansive new space at 19th and Oak facilitated the recent addition of a dog daycare service ("day camp") and

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additional grooming capacity, as well as an expansion of retail offerings. The downtown location continues to provide the full retail selection and self-service dog washing facilities.

The Allens’ expertise, the staff ’s concerted commitment, and their overwhelming collective passion for animals, supports the best pet care experience to be found in the southwestern Montana. Previously a veterinary technician, Holly brings her well-rounded experience and sought-after dog treat recipes to work with her every day. Enthusiastic employees offer customized care and dietary guidance, even reviewing labels and providing samples to ensure each pet likes and reacts well to a food before committing to a whole bag. And Jericho, the Allens’ owner-relinquished rescue Papillion and “shop dog” graces every lucky visitor with a tail-waggingly eager greeting. Dee-O-Gee boasts a fun, active and lifegiving culture filled with hardworking individuals that genuinely care about their pets and yours.

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Located at 2051 Oak St, #4 (19th and Oak) and 424 E. Main (Downtown), Dee-O-Gee can be reached by calling 406.551.2364. To learn more about Dee-O-Gee or to check out their informative blog for health tips and more, visit www.

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Dog Day Camp at Dee-O-Gee (19th & Oak)

While at Dee-O-Gee Day Camp, your four-legged friends will bask and frolic in a custom-built indoor dog park, while being entertained by enthusiastic, pet-loving staff members at all times. Conveniently located at the 19th & Oak location in the heart of Bozeman, Montana, Day Camp fills fast, so standing reservations are recommended. Call 406.551.2364 to schedule your pup's free temperament evaluation today.

Professional Dog Grooming at Dee-O-Gee

(19th & Oak) Dee-O-Gee professional dog grooming features Dee-O-Gee licensed and experienced dog groomers providing the finest all-natural and organic shampoos, aromatherapy and leavein conditioners. Featured services include, Reliq all-natural hypoallergenic shampooing, all-natural aromatherapy, custom nail painting, anal gland expression and teeth brushing.

In addition to a great bath/brush/cut, each grooming appointment includes: trimmed fingernails, cleaned/wiped eyes, cleaned or plucked ears and a complimentary homemade Dee-O-Gee bakery treat. Call 406.551.2364 to reserve your grooming appointment; Dee-O-Gee grooming typically books out about two weeks in advance.

Self-Service Dog Wash

(Dee-O-Gee Downtown and 19th & Oak) With Tropiclean all natural shampoos, brushes, towels, highpowered dryers, tubs, water and nail trimmers, Dee-O-Gee’s self-service dog washing facilities are comprehensive, clean and convenient. Give it a try and save yourself from the mess in your bathtub at home!

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Puppy Camp at Dee-O-Gee (19th & Oak) This fantastic class is for new owners who want to learn the secrets of raising an engaged, polite and proactive thinking puppy! Led by certified trainers from Know Thy Dog in Bozeman, the focus of Puppy Camp is on implementing a long-term socialization plan to support a well-rounded dog with behavior and habits to suit your specific lifestyle. Each puppy must be at least 9 weeks old at the start of Puppy Camp. Call 406.551.2364 to sign up and reserve your slot today!

Sunday FUNdays at Dee-O-Gee (19th & Oak) Head down to Dee-O-Gee on Sundays to take advantage of dedicated times to play with your pup and expose them to a valuable social setting in a safe, controlled environment with "Puppy Social" (11 am) or "Doodle Date" (1 pm). Puppy Social is for new puppies only and Doodle Date is for doodle breeds only (all sizes and ages).

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