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SEPTEMBER + OCTOBER 2023 VISIT BOZEMAN, MONTANA FAMILY ADVENTURES AAA TRAVEL DEALS

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MCCALL

Lakes and mountains offer action and relaxation.

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PHOTOS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP COURTESY OF: MCALL AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME | GLENWOOD HOT SPRINGS RESORT | VOLVO OF BEND

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ON THE ROAD

Be rental car savvy, learn about life (and travel) insurance and find back-to-school deals.

Enjoy Bavarian culture and traditions. Listen to bluegrass, explore the coast from sea to skies, and discover art in urban and park settings.

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ROAD TRIP

Make generational travel more meaningful with suggestions for families.

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GETAWAY

HOT SPRINGS

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With history and lore, Western hot spring resorts offer an escape and healing waters from the center of the earth.

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PRESIDENT’S NOTES

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AAA DIRECTORY

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PARTING SHOT

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DISCOVER

EV CHARGING

Leave range anxiety behind by understanding the evolving landscape of electric vehicle charging.

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DESTINATION

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Find sophistication and plenty to explore in a city with frontier history.

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TAKING A CLOSER LOOK Changing seasons and fall colors bring us eye-catching sights this time of year. But the darker days ahead also underscore the importance of being an attentive driver.

Working in the towing industry is nearly 15 times more dangerous than all other private industries combined, with a tow truck operator struck and killed at the roadside every other week. As an organization, we’re working hard to help keep our everyday heroes safe.

AAA’s Move Over for Me campaign is a reminder that protections are in place for first responders, tow truck technicians, and incident response personnel who work on our nation’s roadways. Every state has a “move over” law requiring drivers who approach a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights to slow down below the speed limit and, if possible, move over at least one lane to provide additional space for workers to safely do their job.

In partnership with towing associations and other safety advocates, AAA urges federal and state to pass resolutions that establish the third Saturday of every October as “Move Over Law Day.” While this will further raise awareness, ongoing commitment from all drivers is the key to a successful outcome.

We recently tested the effectiveness of different combinations of light patterns, cones, flares and reflectors to further improve roadside safety for tow truck operators.

We’re constantly looking for more effective countermeasures, including better use of existing technology.

Of course, emergency workers aren’t the only ones at risk. Millions of students walk and bike to and from school every day. For more than 75 years, our School’s Open—Drive Carefully program has emphasized school zone safety. Please actively scan the road for pedestrians and bicyclists. Always follow the speed limit in school zones and residential areas, and if possible, plan your route to avoid them altogether.

Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are increasingly common in new vehicles, but please

remember that no system currently in operation can take the place of an engaged driver. In a AAA study, some drivers incorrectly believed that adaptive cruise control (ACC), which maintains a safe distance from a lead vehicle, could also react to stationary objects in their lanes, such as construction cones—that it could provide steering assistance to keep the vehicle in its lane, and operate under all weather conditions. We share our ground-breaking research with legislators, vehicle manufacturers and the public to reduce dangerous knowledge gaps and to establish clear expectations about how the technology will—and will not—perform.

Vigilance is just as important at home as it is on the road.

With the recent launch of AAA Smart Home Security, AAA members now have affordable access to cuttingedge alarm and detection systems and 24/7 monitoring services to keep their homes and belongings safe. For more information, please visit AAA.com/smarthome.

How are you keeping safety top of mind? Please email me at President@AAAOregonIdaho.com or write to me at 600 SW Market St., Portland, OR 97201 or 7155 W. Denton St., Boise ID 83704.

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KEEP FIRST RESPONDERS SAFE

Every day, first responders put their lives at risk on our nation’s roads. Police officers, fire and rescue workers, tow truck drivers and emergency technicians perform their jobs within a few feet of speeding vehicles. Yet every six days, one of these responders loses his or her life tending to a disabled vehicle. Their service is recognized by national “Move Over Day” on October 21. Do your part that day, and every day, to keep first responders safe by following the “slow down, move over” laws in every state: When approaching an emergency vehicle or tow truck with its lights illuminated, drivers must slow down and, if possible, move to the adjacent lane. This simple action gives first responders more room to do their important work and keeps everyone safer.

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TAKE OFF

Book a rental car in advance for a smoother departure.

DO book early. Waiting until the last minute is risky.

Rates are often more expensive the closer you get to your desired rental date.

DO share flight details. When securing an airport rental car, include flight numbers, airline and estimated arrival time in a booking. The information protects your reservation if a flight is delayed.

DO consider non-airport locations. During the busy holiday season, airport car rental locations may be crowded and low on inventory. You may have better luck renting from a neighborhood branch.

DON’T drive away too quickly. At pick up, familiarize yourself with the controls, connect to Bluetooth and activate maps or navigation so you’re not distracted on the road in a new city.

AAA members save up to 20% off base rates at Hertz car rental locations; and other Hertz benefits exclusively for AAA members include one free child safety seat and the waiver of additional driver fees.

Include your AAA Discount Code (CDP #177) in your reservation. Book today at AAA.com/car.

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LIFE INSURANCE AWARENESS MONTH

In the rush of excitement that comes with a major life event—a wedding day, home purchase or new baby—it’s important to know your financial protection meets the needs of a new stage in life. After major events, evaluate and decide whether it makes sense to get a new policy or add to an existing one, considering factors such as your health and the current premium. If you are in good health with a policy that is relatively new, you may find there is more coverage with a policy “upgrade”—even while staying within a budget. Start the process online or by contacting a AAA life insurance professional to analyze your circumstances and determine what type of policy fits your needs. Find out more at AAA.com/life.

INSPIRATION

TRAVEL PLANNING

Need inspiration for your next vacation? Attend a AAA Traveler Showcase event in Beaverton, Medford, Eugene, Bend or Boise this September and October.

Learn about destinations and experiences around the world, hear from top travel companies, such as Viking Cruises and AmaWaterways, and receive special savings when you book your next vacation with AAA Travel. Learn more at AAA.com/travelershowcase.

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RENTAL CAR DO AND DON’T

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OCTOBER CAR CARE Basic care of your car, SUV or truck goes a long way toward improving its safety and reliability. AAA recommends taking care of these essential maintenance steps to help make sure a vehicle is operating at its best before cold and inclement weather arrives. ✓ Check all essential car fluids including engine oil, power steering, brake, transmission, windshield washer fluid and antifreeze or coolant. Make sure these are topped off to save time later.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL COMPUTER SAVINGS

Start the school year off right with discounts on computers and electronics from Dell. Whether for a student, teacher or parent, a durable laptop can be a game changer to complete course work or stay in touch with loved ones. Dell can’t be beat when it comes to quality electronics, and AAA is the best way to get a deal on your purchase. AAA members save an additional 10% on Dell products at AAA.com/dell.

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SMART HOMES

HOME SECURITY You can’t have eyes on all of your home’s entry points and potential hazards day and night. Like many homeowners testing the waters of modern home technology, you may be wondering if home security systems are worth it. Property crimes and break-ins happen in every neighborhood.

Regardless of your zip code or the strength of a home’s locks, it’s worth the time to think carefully and be proactive about added security. Remote systems alert homeowners of suspicious activity, and it’s even possible to lock or unlock doors remotely. Find out more about AAA Smart Home suite of products and monitoring services at AAA.com/smarthome.

✓ Check all hoses and belts to make sure they are not cracked, crumbly, frayed, loose or showing signs of excessive wear. ✓ Check the car battery and replace it if necessary. The terminals on the battery should be clean and free of corrosion. AAA offers mobile battery inspection and replacement. Learn more at AAA.com/battery. ✓ Check tires, including tire pressure and wear patterns. Uneven tread wear may mean a wheel alignment is needed soon.

AAA members receive discounts on tires at Discount Tire. AAA.com/discounttire.

Ensure your vehicle is ready for winter. Find a nearby AAA-Approved Auto Repair shop at AAA.com/AAR.

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PLAN BEFORE DEPARTURE

Whether traveling within or outside the United States, travel insurance through Allianz Global Assistance can be relatively inexpensive and cover a wide variety of incidents that may arise before or during a vacation. Protecting your trip is highly recommended in case of trip delay, expenses incurred from missed flights, lost luggage or medical expenses due to illness or injury. The best way to determine what type of coverage you need is by reaching out to a trusted travel adviser, such as a AAA Travel Agent. Learn more at AAA.com/travelinsurance.

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STACK AND ORGANIZE

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Stacking containers can be used in a variety of ways for travel. With airtight and watertight seals, the Humangear STAX containers click together and open or close with a simple 180-degree twist. Health and safety are priorities as the containers are FDA food-safe and BPA-free. There are two sizes to choose from, and each set consists of four containers with colorful lids. AAA Member Exclusive pricing is from $16.99. Find one at AAA.com/locations.

SAFE SCHOOL ZONES As children head back to school, AAA urges drivers to slow down and stay alert in neighborhoods and school zones, and to be on the lookout for pedestrians before, during and after school hours. AAA offers ways to keep kids safe this school year.

SLOW DOWN. Speed limits in school zones are reduced for a reason. The speed limit in school zones in Oregon is 20 m.p.h.

DITCH DISTRACTIONS. Children often cross the road unexpectedly and may emerge suddenly between two parked cars. Focus on driving when you’re behind the wheel, not your cell phone or other distractions.

REVERSE RESPONSIBLY. Every vehicle has blind spots.

Check for children on the sidewalk, driveway and around your vehicle before slowly backing up.

STOP MEANS STOP. Always come to a complete stop, checking carefully for children on sidewalks and in crosswalks before proceeding.

WATCH FOR BICYCLES. Children on bikes are often inexperienced, unsteady and unpredictable. Slow down and allow at least three feet of passing distance between your vehicle and the bicycle to keep schoolchildren safe.

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2024 AAA PRESIDENT’S CRUISE Discover the coast of Croatia Join AAA Oregon/Idaho President and CEO, Tim Morgan and his wife, Missi, on a captivating Azamara cruise along the Adriatic coastline to the Aegean Sea June 26 to July 6, 2024. Begin in Venice, Italy then travel to historic sites and seaside resorts of Croatia, including Split and Dubrovnik, before an exploration of the smaller port of Kotor, Montenegro and the island of Crete. The cruise concludes in the vibrant city of Athens, Greece. From $2,799 per person.

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Fabled Cuisine, History and Edo Architecture Experience Japan with a 14-day cruise that begins in the glow of neon lights in Tokyo. Set sail to Shimizu for a glimpse of the iconic Mount Fuji and stay in Osaka where visitors may indulge in the city’s fabled cuisine. After historic reflections in Hiroshima, visit South Korea and return via the sea to Kanazawa, a city known for its landscaped gardens and Edo-era architecture.

The spectacular panoramas of Hakodate conclude this dynamic cultural journey.

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RWANDA, AFRICA

Gorilla and Safari Adventure Rwanda’s stunning scenery is the backdrop for an engaging nine-day adventure that includes gorilla treks and safari. At a luxury lakeside camp within the sanctuary of Akagera National Park, enjoy game drives, nature walks or boating excursions without disturbance of crowds. In Kigali, explore the country’s divisive past and promising future.

Venture through the lush hills of Volcanoes National Park for a once-in-a-lifetime experience to see gorillas in the wild.

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ITALY

The Best of the Amalfi Coast and Sicily Explore Italy by train on a twoweek vacation that uncovers the captivating history, culture, cuisine and beauty of Venice, Florence, Rome, Sorrento and Sicily. Ride a gondola through the canals of Venice, explore the rolling hills of Tuscany, and travel back in time through the ancient landmarks of Rome.

Experience the Amalfi Coast and the ruins of Pompeii, Sorrento and the island of Capri before traveling to Sicily and the medieval city of Taormina.

From $3,899 per person.

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Discover Polar Bear Season

Embrace a rare opportunity to discover the natural habitat of the polar bear on a nine-day, round-trip journey beginning in the cultural city of Winnipeg, Canada. Travel north to Churchill, Manitoba, known as the polar bear capital of the world. Explore the region with a naturalist guide aboard a specially designed tundra vehicle. Experience a dogsledding adventure and learn more about the region during a special private evening at the Manitoba Museum. From $8,690 per person.

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{ON THE ROAD} BAVARIA IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST

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Bavarian traditions come to life each fall at cultural events throughout the Pacific Northwest. Find a celebration of Swiss-Bavarian culture at Oregon’s Alpenfest, September 28-October 1 in the breathtaking Wallowa Mountains, known for being the “Little Switzerland” of the Northwest. A fall tradition since 1975, the weekend is an outdoor extravaganza of music, dancing, games and crafts, featuring authentic German beer and cuisine. For an extraordinary experience, head to the top of Mount Howard for a performance with the iconic wind instrument of the Swiss Alps, the alphorn.

September and October are the months for Oktoberfest celebrations. One of the largest in the region is Mount Angel’s Oktoberfest, taking place September 14–17 in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Or head to Leavenworth, Washington, a Bavarian-inspired town that comes to life during their Oktoberfest weekends: September 29-30, October 6-7 and October 13-14. On October 14, Echo Ridge Cellars in Echo, Oregon hosts a single-day Oktoberfest with plenty of music, beer, wine and food. See oregonalpenfest.com, oktoberfest.org, leavenworth.org, echoridgecellars.com.

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EVENTS IN THE WAVES AND WIND

Experience the spirit of the Oregon Coast at two events spanning from ocean waves to windy skies. The Agate Beach Surf Classic September 9-10 features competition surfing divisions for adults and youth, plus one for children under age 12. Watch surfers on longboards and shortboards from spectacular vantage points above the Agate Beach surf break. Presented by Newport Parks and Recreation, the event’s proceeds go toward the youth scholarship fund at the Newport Recreation Center. Then, look to the skies at the Fall Kite Festival, September 23-24 at the D River State Recreation Site in Lincoln City. From kite-making workshops and a parade to plenty of kites in the air, the festival transforms the beach into a kaleidoscope of color as vibrant kites take flight. See newportsurfclassic.com, oregoncoast.org.

MUSIC FESTIVAL

ART SHOW

BLUEGRASS IN THE TYGH VALLEY The Tygh Valley Bluegrass Jamboree brings a collection of workshops and performances to the Wasco County Fairgrounds September 22-24. Learn more about playing banjo, guitar, bass, mandolin, fiddle or sound engineering.

Listen to the boot-stomping classics of traditional bluegrass and gospel music, or bring an instrument and join a band in a jam session. The event site offers RV, tent and car-camping options. See tyghvalleybluegrass.com.

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TRACK TOWN THROWDOWN Enjoy Track Town Throwdown, Eugene’s annual swing and jazz dance festival from September 29-October 1. The 11th-annual event embraces the spirit of jazz history with two nights of live music featuring Oregon’s top swing dance bands, plus two days of workshops. See tracktownthrowdown.com.

ART IN THE PARK Boise Art Museum hosts its annual Art in the Park, held September 8-10 in Julia Davis Park. As one of the most renowned open-air festivals in the Pacific Northwest, the event offers a dynamic platform for more than 200 talented artists to showcase and sell their creations. Explore a world of contemporary arts and crafts, accompanied by live music and entertainment, plus food and hands-on activities for children and families. See boiseartmuseum.org.

ASTRONOMY

RING OF FIRE ECLIPSE A solar eclipse will be visible, starting shortly after 8 a.m., October 14 in a path moving from the Oregon Coast, through Albany, Eugene, Springfield, Crater Lake National Park, Roseburg, Medford and Lakeview before heading southeast. Watch from festivals, such as EclipseFest October 10-15 in Chiloquin, Oregon. See an interactive map from OMSI for eclipse animation and average cloud cover for conditions in your area. See OMSI.edu.

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{ON THE ROAD} ART INSTALL ATION

INTERACTIVE ART EXPERIENCE

Hopscotch, an award-winning light, art and sound experience, opened a 23,000-square-foot venue in central eastside Portland. Hopscotch Portland brings together local and international artists in 14 collaborative galleries that engage visitors to create unique and impactful shared experiences. More than 50 artists are featured in the installations that include “Walls Within,” a mural exhibition in partnership with Portland Street Alliance; “Chromesthesia,” a three-room color experiment by Oregon artist Seth Nehil; “Rainbow Cave,” a large-scale installation built by Brooklyn, New York, artist Basia Goszczynska, and “Diodic Daydream,” an 800-square-foot pool filled with 40,000 light-emitting diodes.

The mission of Hopscotch is to provide visitors with a sense of joy and wonder and a chance to connect with something larger than themselves. See letshopscotch.com.

WELLNESS

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Moose Creek Ranch in Idaho, the Teton Yoga Festival September 8-10 provides a transformative yoga journey. Choose from various classes, workshops and lectures at this immersive retreat. A variety of healing wellness services, music and dance performances will take place amidst the grandeur of Grand Teton National Park, Targhee National Forest and the Big Hole Mountains. See tetonyogafestival.com.

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ool days and arcades have their place on family vacations, but sometimes there’s a longing for more meaningful experiences with a multigenerational crew. Try these ideas to sprinkle learning, volunteerism and culture into travel plans this year and create memories based on learning, along with action plus adventure.

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and hands-on family activities. Visit Tamástslikt Cultural Institute in Pendleton, the only museum on the Oregon Trail that tells the story of Western expansionism from a tribal point of view. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this fall, the museum explains the history, culture and future aspirations of the Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla tribes.

Imagine your family traveling the rugged West by covered wagon in the 1800s at the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive & Visitor Center in Oregon City, with historical games and crafts for families to explore, as well as self-guided and guided tours. The National Oregon/California Trail Center in Montpelier, Idaho, engages visitors in history through simulated wagon train experiences via live reenactment performances.

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{ON THE ROAD} Immerse the kids in the works of Monet, Van Gogh and Jackson Pollock at the Portland Art Museum through family-friendly docent tours offered weekly. In Eugene, Oregon, visit the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art on the University of Oregon campus for family tours that include art projects for all ages inspired by museum exhibitions.

Outdoor Immersion Tamástslikt Cultural Institute

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The great outdoors provides ample opportunities for learning, activity and togetherness. In east Boise, Idaho, dive into a fun-filled scavenger hunt to learn about native plants and animals at the Morrison Knudsen Nature Center, a 4.6-acre wildlife park along the Boise River. In Yachats, Oregon, Temenos Rising educates guests in the traditional Japanese art of forest bathing for health and an appreciation of nature. Understand more about sources of our food: Discover regional flavors on the Oregon Food or Idaho Culinary trails, with self-guided and guided culinary experiences, maps and more.

For a multiday experience, the Treasure Valley Family YMCA hosts family camps at Horsethief Reservoir, Idaho, in October, with seasonal activities from archery and rock climbing to pumpkin carving, all designed for families with children of all ages to experience together.

Volunteer Vacation

Take outdoors appreciation a step further by giving Mother Nature a hand. In Bend, Oregon, Wanderlust Tours leads a tour deep underground for trash pickup during its annual cave cleanup. SOLVE invites participants of all ages to spring and fall beach cleanups on the Oregon Coast and at events across the state year-round. Join Trailkeepers of Oregon on trail stewardship adventures in Oregon forests.

Tag along with Trash Club in Boise to keep the city clean through regular litter cleanups. First Nature Tours partners with organizations such as McKenzie Regenerative Travel Project to bring families on volunteer trips that also include vacation activities, such as whitewater rafting. A family getaway grounded in stewardship and community service creates memories that will have a lasting impact.

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urrounded by mountain peaks, McCall, Idaho, at the southern tip of Payette Lake, is a mittenshaped, six-mile long, crystal jewel. The area was a sacred and spiritual place for the Shoshone, Bannock and Nez Perce people. The 1862 discovery of gold in the Salmon River mountains brought miners to the region, but today gold is most plentiful in the color of changing leaves each fall when McCall is ablaze with hues. The brilliant golden yellows of aspens and tamaracks against a backdrop of evergreens is worth the trip.

McCall offers myriad choices for fun, education and relaxation. Its natural setting on Payette Lake attracts both visitors and wildlife. While fishing for trout or salmon, keep an eye out for bald eagles, moose, beaver and a rare Long Valley resident, the Great Grey owl; or watch for Sharlie, Payette Lake’s version of the Loch Ness monster, allegedly sighted in 1920. At the renovated McCall Fish Hatchery, reopening mid-October, learn about the rehabilitation of Idaho’s depleted Summer Chinook salmon. From the hatchery’s pools, an average of one million smolts are spawned, reared and released each year. Mountain bikers looking for a relaxing ride in a gorgeous setting or an adrenaline rush at high altitude can find either at Brundage Mountain Resort. After being whisked to the summit on its high-speed chairlift, biking enthusiasts can explore trails weaving through hundreds of acres of the Payette National Forest. For a more grounded experience, enjoy the expansive views of the public golf course at Jug Mountain Ranch. Swing a club surrounded by diverse terrain, from dry desert sage and wetland habitats to wide open meadows and ponderosa forests. A crisp fall day is the perfect time to hike under sky-high ponderosa pine trees and pick huckleberries at Ponderosa State Park. Known for its picturesque views and scenic trails, the park is home to the American red squirrel, mountain lion, beaver, otter, elk, raccoon and moose. For education about the greater McCall area, visit the Central Idaho Historical Museum, housed in vintage log board-and-batten buildings built in the 1930s.

TOP: Glorius greens of the McCall Golf Club.

MIDDLE: The waterfront scene at Payette Lake includes a show of fall color along with options for boating.

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A small resort town with stellar natural assets and bounty for the belly, McCall offers visitors a wide selection of incredible edibles to satisfy those who fancy anything from a gourmet meal to a rustic repast.

To accompany outdoor adventure, consider packing a picnic with specialty rolls such as ShrimpZilla or Sharlie’s Garden from The Sushi Bar. Lardos, a rustic saloon on the west side of town, features prime rib and traditional Italian pasta dishes. Rupert’s, located in Hotel McCall, boasts the culinary expertise of the semi-finalist for the 2013 James Beard Award for Best Chef in the Northwest, Chef Gary Kucy. Savor the flavors and drink in the view of Payette Lake at The Narrows at Shore Lodge. Wine enthusiasts should take full advantage of booking the exclusive wine cellar table at this steakhouse that’s received multiple accolades for its wine program. Prefer ale and beer? Tap into the three local craft breweries and sample their signature

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beers—Sturgeon Tale Ale at Broken Horn Brewing Company, Wobbily Man Smoked Scotch Ale at McCall Brewing Company or ESB: Extra Special Brundage from Salmon River Brewery.

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Idaho has been known as the “Gem State” since its days as a territory, a fact that comes to life at the McCall Jewelry Company. Owners Erica Seeds, a gemologist, designer and appraiser, and her husband George, offer a glittering array of star garnets (the state gem), opals and jaspers in artful jewelry settings. Learn wisely at The Barn Owl Books and Gifts, McCall’s independent bookstore that regularly hosts community events and author visits. Shop for art, gifts, clothing, glasswork and handcrafted items at 44 Degrees North, named in honor of the town’s line of latitude. Spruce up your home with decor, works from local artists, custom vintage reproduction signs and more from Razzle Dazzle.

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Fine art, including paintings, sculptures and mixed media pieces can be found at Gallery 55, a member-owned cooperative showroom located on Payette Lake.

Relax and Rest

After spending a day strolling the streets or lake shore, stay a night or more in this marvelous mountain town. In the heart of McCall, the 20-room Hotel McCall would not look out of place on the shore of a Swiss lake, and stands on the historical site where Sam Devers, McCall’s first resident, built his cabin. End the night on a sweet note roasting marshmallows around the fire pit at the Shore Lodge, a lakefront icon established in 1948. Soak in the panoramic views of the valley in a large hot tub at an impressive mansion built in 1911, the Hartland Inn Bed & Breakfast in New Meadows, a 17-minute drive from McCall.

Autumn in McCall is especially fine, when summer tourists are gone and winter sports enthusiasts have not yet arrived.

McCall is calling.

Just 23 miles south of McCall, Tamarack Resort provides a day trip or is worth a return trip of its own. With four seasons of recreation, the resort offers biking, hiking or ziplining in the summer or skiing during the winter. Since 2019, the resort has invested in lifts and the addition of terrain to elevate the Treasure Valley experience.

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TOP: View of Payette Lake in front of Hotel McCall.

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HOT SPRING RESORTS of the West Enjoy healing powers from the depths of the Earth

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he healing waters of geothermal springs have attracted the tired and weary for millennia. The brew of hot mineral water bubbling from the depths of the Earth has held a universally-irresistible cocktail that attracts people from all walks of life. To treat everything from minor aches and pains to skin conditions and detoxification of the entire body, modern vacationers head to the natural prescription of hot springs in the tradition of pioneers and American Indians who came before them. While springs of the Old West have been used as a medical treatment, today these welcoming oases of respite still hold the portal to a powerful escape and pause from urban hustle and bustle. For a restful, relaxing and rejuvenating journey, take a trip to one of these historic and healing hot spot springs of the West.

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LA GRANDE, OREGON Like the neon retro sign greeting patrons upon arrival, healing vibes radiate from the walls and pools of The Lodge at Hot Lakes Springs in La Grande, Oregon. Maybe it’s the history, or maybe it’s something in the mineral water, because this place is full of mystique and allure.

At the turn of the last century, patients were sent to the hot springs by the prescription of famous doctors of the time, such as the Mayo Brothers of the renowned Mayo Clinic that carries their name. This was the scene of the resort at its zenith. Not only did the springs cure the sick, they were a major tourist attraction and saw fresh-faced visitors from around the world who arrived daily.

HISTORY OF HOT LAKES SPRINGS Originally named Ea-Kesh-Pa by the Nez Perce, the first western record of what was next called Hot Lake is from 1812 in the writings of the author Washington Irving on the Astor Expedition. He wrote about hot water rising from the base of the Blue Mountains in Eastern Oregon, then noted that elk frequented the pool and numerous antlers and sheds could be found strewn in every direction around the pond. Sounds enchanting, right?

In 1864, the first resort at Hot Lake was erected and experienced its heyday through 1931. It was one of the first commercial properties powered by geothermal energy. Referred to as the “Mayo Clinic of the West” and touted as nature’s cure for rheumatism, the location was coined a Sanatorium in 1906, a now-antiquated term for a medical establishment focused on treating people convalescing or with chronic illness.

Construction of The Lodge started in 1905.

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TOP AND BELOW: The Lodge at Hot Lakes Springs

Tamarah Rysavy, who acquired the property in 2020.

Today, beyond the allure of the springs, The Lodge at Hot Lake Springs offers contemporary visitors all the trappings and benefits of a modern road trip destination. A movie theater, dining at the appropriately themed Thermal Pub and Eatery, comfortable lodging and, of course, luxurious soaks in the hot springs offer travelers a relaxing respite in the heart of Eastern Oregon. See hotlakelodge.com.

Moving through ownership and silent partners, including the Union Pacific Railroad, the property experienced decades of trials and tribulations such as devastating fires, vandals and the harshness of the Eastern Oregon elements, resulting in claims that the springs and its surroundings were haunted. The site has been a nursing home, a museum, a flight school and nurse’s training grounds during World War II, and it even had a brief interlude as a nightclub.

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LA GRANDE, OREGON Grande Hot Springs RV Resort, an adjacent property to The Lodge at Hot Lake Springs, provides yurt, cabin, vintage airstream, tiny house, tent and you guessed it, RV stays to pass-throughs seeking springs and accommodation cut from a more rustic, yet charming cloth. Two of its yurts have hot-spring water tapped in directly from the source to private tubs. One has a round, cedar soaker tub large enought to fit a few friends, while the other yurt features a set of clawfoot bathtubs.

Nearby access to the Eagle Cap Wilderness, Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort for skiing in the winter and Hells Canyon National Recreation Area for rafting in the summer are complemented by a post-adventure soak as the perfect end-of-day activity to round out any Eastern Oregon sojourn. See grandehotsprings.com.

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Lava Hot Springs

LAVA HOT SPRINGS, IDAHO While hot springs can be quiet, tucked away, regional amenities, in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho, geothermal activity fuels in-town activities. Historically, hot water has been bubbling up through basalt, travertine and quartzite since time immemorial, when pools were used by local Bannock and Shoshone tribes. Just two hours north of Salt Lake City, Utah, and three hours south of Yellowstone Park, today, Lava Hot Springs Resort curates five commercially maintained gravel bottom pools ranging from 102-112 degrees Fahrenheit. Though the hot water is laden with healing minerals, it’s devoid of the sulfur odor. More than 2.5 million gallons per day filter through the pools, keeping the springs pristine. During a visit, discover the in-room hot spring baths at Home Hotel, centrally located downtown for more than a century. For a five-star experience, the Riverside Hot Springs Inn & Spa delivers hot mineral spring soaking options in a spa environment along with onsite fine dining. See lavahotsprings.com.

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Carson Hot Springs

CARSON, WASHINGTON Just an hour’s drive from Portland, Oregon in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge, Carson Hot Springs has been healing visitors since the 1870s when the springs were found bubbling up through river stones in a creek bottom.

Starting with homesteaders erecting a simple space for patrons to “take the waters,” and heal a variety of ailments including neuralgia, today, a 1930s authentic charm is evoked through clawfoot tubs and vintage stylings in a traditional bathhouse setting. Visitors can follow up their healing bath with a linen wrap and a luxurious massage.

The resort offers dining at Elk Ridge restaurant, a variety of comfortable accommodations and an 18-hole golf course. Whether as a treehouse stay or in a first-class suite, enjoy the modern amenities of Skamania Lodge, a short and scenic drive from the hot springs. Located in the Gorge National Scenic area, both Skamania Lodge and Carson Hot Springs are proximal to unlimited recreation choices. Waterfall sightseeing, historic hiking and cycling trails, boat cruises and whitewater rafting are a few of the activities available to fill the day. See carsonhotspringswashington.com.

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Glenwood Hot Springs Resort GLENWOOD SPRINGS, COLORADO Since 1888, the iconic Glenwood Hot Springs Resort has held the title of being the largest hot spring in the world. Yampah, meaning “big medicine” in the Ute American Indian language, is the traditional name given to the therapeutic hot waters. The Ute people were the first to harness the health benefits of these mineralrich springs that bubbled up from the earth’s core and surfaced beside the Colorado River in Glenwood Canyon. The resort includes a modern

overnight lodge, a poolside grill, an athletic club and a boutique, and is located a short walk from historic downtown Glenwood Springs. Soak, settle in and stay awhile.

Like the flowing path of each spring through the Earth, the power of Western hot springs is circuitously part medicine, part placebo, with much history and many layers of mystery. See hotspringspool.com.

K.M. Collins is a writer based in Oregon who has a connection to the waters of the Pacific Northwest through her work not only as a freelance writer, but as a whitewater guide on the rivers of Oregon and Idaho.

Rustic Repasts Maximize adventure with the reward of a soak after hiking to forest hot springs. The culture at each natural hot spring site is as unique as its setting.

COUGAR HOT SPRINGS Also known as Terwilliger Hot Springs, find a secluded oasis of cascading pools in Oregon’s Willamette National Forest.

UMPQUA HOT SPRINGS Hike to the remote pools in Oregon’s Umpqua National Forest, located 75 miles north of Crater Lake.

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Charging Ahead Ease range anxiety while driving electric vehicles here’s a term used when talking about electric vehicles: range anxiety. It means a stress point for drivers concerned their car or truck will run out of power before reaching a destination. It’s also a new twist to an old worry. “Is there enough gas in the tank?” is being replaced with, “Is there enough juice in the battery?”

AAA Oregon/Idaho is making moves to help electric vehicle (EV) drivers feel more at ease on the road. AAA Service Centers in nine cities across the two states now have EV charging stations available for members who need to plug in. Locations in Portland, Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Clackamas, Salem, Eugene, Bend, Medford and Boise now provide charging locations where members can stop and recharge their EVs for up to two hours–for free.

“AAA is here to help our electric car owner members and enable them with reliability so they can feel confident driving EVs every day,” said Tim Morgan, president and CEO of AAA Oregon/Idaho.

More than 69,950 electric vehicles were registered in Oregon by July 2023, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation. Another 4,500 vehicles were registered in Idaho by July 2022, as reported by the Idaho Statesman. While the numbers may appear small, consider that Oregon’s EV registration rate jumped 171% since 2020; Idaho’s total is up 96% across the same period.

AAA Oregon/Idaho is looking to the future, Morgan said. EV vehicle sales will continue to grow and make up a significant portion of all Oregon passenger car sales by 2035. “We want to give our members peace of mind, and now we have a network of charging stations that they can rely on.”

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WHAT IS A RANGE?

The range of an electric vehicle, on average, is about 260 miles with a sufficient charge. EVs are commonly driven in population centers where charging stations are easier to find, and owners don’t stray far from home. EV use in rural areas lags because the vehicles simply cannot go the required distances. AAA Service Centers in Oregon with charging stations are located near interstates or along major thoroughfares. Likewise, Boise’s AAA Service Center and charging station is only a quarter mile from Interstate 184.

MANAGING THE ANXIETY

Each electric vehicle has a battery that needs to be recharged, just as a gasoline-powered vehicle needs a tank of gas. An expanding national network of charging stations, including AAA’s nine regional points, have become the places to fill up the battery. There are three types or levels of EV charging systems.

LEVEL 1–Imagine pulling into the garage at home, plugging one end of a charger cord into a common 120-volt AC electric wall socket and the other end into the vehicle. It’s as easy as that; the charge is slow but efficient when connected overnight. Anticipate gaining up to 5 miles of driving distance for each hour, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

LEVEL 2–Electricity moves much faster at charging stations such as those at AAA Service Centers. Two vehicles can charge at the same time at a AAA center.

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Onboard technology helps relieve drivers’ stress. Software built into each electric vehicle tracks speed, battery charge and more, calculating the number of miles that can be driven before the battery runs down. The data is displayed on a dashboard screen. If a driver enters a destination address, the vehicle’s computer system considers GPS information, creates a navigational map and shows where all charging stations are located along the way.

UNDERSTANDING CHARGING LEVELS

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electric vehicles. Expect to gain 10 to 30 miles for each hour at the station. Level 2 charging stations are also common at workplaces, shopping centers, restaurants and public areas. This connector does not always fit Tesla EVs, but most Tesla owners carry adapters.

Miles gained during a charge may vary depending on how much power each EV needs and technical variations. Two hours of free service gives AAA members plenty of time to relax inside the Service Center and browse available information, services and merchandise.

LEVEL 3–While the first two levels work on alternating current (AC), Level 3 stations rush electricity on direct current (DC) at 480 volts or more, providing as much as 100 to 200 miles of range in 30 minutes. If Level 1 were a quiet country lane and Level 2 were a city street, Level 3 would be a highspeed interstate highway.

AAA Oregon/Idaho plans to expand its EV services, Morgan said, and install four Level 3 charging outlets at selected AAA Service Centers by January 2025.

THERE’S AN APP FOR THIS

Phone apps help locate charging stations anywhere in the United States. AAA partners with ChargePoint, which is available for both Android and iPhone.

ChargePoint helps drivers find public charging stations and lists the latest price information. It also reports the battery status while charging, notifies a user when a charge is complete and handles payments.

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In the event range anxiety becomes a side-of-the-road reality, AAA’s roadside assistance trucks are equipped with mobile EV charging capability, giving stranded drivers enough electricity to drive 10-20 miles to a charging station. AAA Oregon/Idaho offers this service in Portland, Eugene and Bend and plans to expand the service to additional cities in the coming months. “If you run out of gas, we can help,” Morgan said. “But what happens when you run out of charge? We’ll have the vehicles to give your EV a charge so you can get on your way.”

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organization’s continuing support of the American automobile owner.

“This is the evolution of AAA and why it was formed in the first place,” he said. “When AAA was formed in 1905, it was really about how to provide greater mobility as people transitioned from the horse and buggy to cars. That newfangled internal combustion engine vehicle was a short-range vehicle then. The challenges facing EVs are not much different today as we strive to enable the EV road trip.”

Dan Shryock is a Salem-based journalist working with magazines and websites in California and the Pacific Northwest. His primary focus is cycle tourism and he recently explored all 17 of Oregon’s official scenic bikeways for an upcoming book.

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Bozeman MONTANA Discover the magic of Big Sky Country during shoulder season

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hen September rolls around in Bozeman, Montana, less than two hours from the North Entrance to Yellowstone National Park in the Rocky Mountains, the leaves of the valley’s many trees—such as quakings aspens and black cottonwoods—gradually begin to turn, creating a patchwork of gold, burgundy, orange and green along Bozeman Creek and in the canopy above Willson Avenue, a grand street lined with historic homes.

When Montana State University is back in session, the summer crowds have gone and the temperatures cool just enough to go hiking in the afternoon sun. Locals know this is the sweet spot when things slow down.

Frontiersman John Bozeman founded the town in 1864. It began as a supply hub for prospectors looking to make their fortunes. Downtown is centered around the Main Street Historic District, and while it has evolved into a modern and lively business district, it’s not hard to imagine horsedrawn wagons trotting down the wide street lined with two-story brick buildings with pressed metal cornices. Of the 68 buildings in the district, 49 are considered architecturally significant, including the Romanesque-inspired Bozeman Hotel and the Art Deco and terracotta Baxter building. Both were built after 1900, adding a dose of grandeur that visitors still experience today.

Sophisticated Stays

Bozeman’s only luxury hotel, Kimpton Armory Hotel, is in another heritage structure a block north of Main Street. The landmark National Guard Armory, where volunteer units once stored weapons and trained, now houses modern mountain guest rooms with handstitched leather headboards and luxury amenities such as a rooftop pool and a concert hall. At another downtown hotel option, The LARK’s lobby feels like an outdoor living room—the indoor spaces open onto a covered patio with an outdoor fireplace overlooking Main Street. Guest rooms have custom artwork by local artists, wood accents and large windows.

Hungry travelers can walk down the street to Blackbird Kitchen in a historic bank building for bubbling pizzas and excellent pasta for dinner.

The rigatoni with tomato cream sauce, a dollop of stracciatella and a sprinkling of basil has just the right amount of spice. The restaurant’s open kitchen, AAA | Via

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TOP LARK Hotel downtown Bozeman.

BELOW Devil’s Toboggan drinks and eats.

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showcasing a brick wood-fired oven and long countertops where chefs make pasta such as plump ravioli—feels convivial and warm on a brisk Bozeman night.

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Explore Other Neighborhoods

While downtown may be Bozeman’s heart, there are more and more reasons to go farther afield to eat and drink.

The Brewery Historic District is yet another Bozeman neighborhood with an interesting story. An industrious family of German immigrants built a brewery in the neighborhood north of downtown in the late 1800s. While the city decided to demolish the brewing complex due to safety concerns, the current industrial buildings filled with beer-tasting rooms, art galleries and coffee shops pay homage to the neighborhood’s roots. At the bakery, Wild Crumb, a talented team of pastry chefs and bread bakers create crackling loaves, pies, cakes, tarts and creative croissants daily. Just northwest in another industrial neighborhood, the Devil’s Toboggan is a speakeasystyle cocktail bar in a restored factory building. Cocktail connoisseurs feel more like they’re in New York than the mountains once they slip past the unassuming door on the second floor that leads to a narrow space with highbacked chairs and vintage light fixtures.

Bozeman may not be where travelers expect to find a museum on par with the great cultural attractions in places such as New York City and Washington D.C., but the Smithsonian-affiliated Museum of the Rockies next to the University’s Bobcat Stadium is world-class and should be on any Bozeman travel itinerary. The museum boasts a vast collection of North American dinosaur fossils, including one of the only mounted Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons in the United States, known as Montana’s T.rex. The museum also has a planetarium and a Children’s Discovery Center with an immersive exhibit about Yellowstone National Park. The Montana State University campus next door has streets and open spaces lined with oak, maple and aspen trees and is a picturesque place to stroll in the fall.

Take a day trip to Chromatic Pool at Yellowstone National Park.

Mounted T.rex at Museum of the Rockies.

Wildlife and the Outdoors

Majestic golden eagles and other raptors migrate near Bozeman every year. Each fall, experts and volunteers count the number of raptors at the Bridger Bowl ski area in the Gallatin National Forest. The long-term study has been going on since the early ’90s and helps

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monitor environmental changes and the health of the raptor population. The annual Bridger Raptor Festival takes place at the ski area north of Bozeman on October 7 and 8 to celebrate the birds. The event has nature walks and talks, other educational activities, plus plenty of raptor viewing.

Surrounded by mountain peaks and wilderness areas, Bozeman is a gateway to outdoor adventures such as hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, and horseback riding. Just south of Bozeman, Hyalite Canyon has beautiful hiking and trail running. The out-and-back Hyalite Creek Trail goes to Hyalite Lake and has waterfalls scattered throughout the U-shaped canyon. Motorists can also admire the fall foliage on a scenic drive along Hyalite Reservoir.

Against the Gallatin Mountains, about 20 minutes from downtown Bozeman, Bodhi Farms immerses guests in nature. The boutique hotel’s permaculture farm supplies ingredients for its Field Kitchen Restaurant.

Meals feel more like communal get-togethers than formal dining experiences with tables beneath a wooden pergola. Guests, who can book the property’s nine glamping tipis through the end of October, can get a

massage while listening to the soothing sound of the water, warm up in the wood-fired sauna and fly fish in the golden light on Cottonwood Creek. The region is known for its world-class fly fishing rivers, such as the Gallatin, Madison and Yellowstone.

The shoulder season may be quieter, but there is still plenty to do. Kick off the fall season at Warrior Taste Fest, a food and beer festival at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds—proceeds go to support veterans—or the final Summer Artwalk, where more than 30 downtown businesses and galleries host art shows and receptions.

Both events take place on September 8.

Casey Hatfield-Chiotti is an Oregon-based travel writer and editor with a background in broadcast news. She has covered hotel openings, dining trends and outdoor adventure for The New York Times, Forbes, Travel + Leisure, Sunset, Afar, Marin Living and more.

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