Sun Valley 360 | Winter 2014

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Winter 2014

for the future of Sun Valley

Hailey Ice

gets its own miracle

+10 winter activities

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Winter Gift Guide

Things we love for the little ones we love!

360 Profiles

Meet some of the young, shining stars of the Valley.

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Top 10 Family-Fun Activities

Winter fun abounds in Sun Valley. Check out our favorite “must-do activities” for the season, everything from sleigh rides to torchlight parades.

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Megan Murphy sports: Taylor Nelson education: Jill Clark

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03 From the Editor 09 Local Buzz Mompreneurs The HUB BCSD Baccalaureate Program

13 Body and Soul Birthday Party Ideas Martial Arts Rundown Picky Eaters Paradise Autism Awareness

17 Get Out There Family Fishing Take a Hike Local Parks Hailey Ice Gets Its Own Miracle Yurting for Beginners Calendar of Events on the cover

Angus Ramsay, 3, enjoys a winter walk out Croy Canyon with his dog, Winston. Photo by Dev Khalsa.

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Once the snow flies it can be a challenge keeping kids engaged and outdoors while bundled up against the elements. And while skiing is one of the most well-known sports in our winter wonderland, it isn’t the only one.

So get outfitted—check out our “Things We Love” gift guide for the very latest and greatest in winter outdoor gear and fashions—bundle up and step outside to enjoy all that our mountain paradise has to offer.

This issue of 360˚ Sun Valley is packed full of fun ideas for kids and families, no matter what the season. Plan a family yurt adventure and enjoy some time in the winter wilderness of the Boulder, Smoky or Sawtooth Mountains around Sun Valley. It’s a must-do winter family experience at least once a season!

And don’t miss a chance to step onto the ice and take a spin on hockey skates or figure skates. Head north to Sun Valley’s historic outdoor rink, or south to enjoy the free gear and open skate times for all ages and abilities at the temporary rink in Hailey (a “backyard rink” to dream about in the historic rodeo grounds and a precursor to the brand new rink facility under construction next door). Flip to page 26 to read the full story on Hailey’s new state-of-the-art ice rink and the teams that will be using it.

Looking for other ideas? Participate in the Dollar Daze Pond Skim, experience a horse-drawn sleigh ride under a starry sky or snowshoe with a ranger. Browse the pages of this winter/spring issue for ideas on how and where to jump in, what you can do to participate in the fun and who to contact to make it all happen. And be sure to visit us online at 360sunvalley.com for expanded calendar listings, additional featured content and more details on the who, what, where and how of winter and spring adventures in Sun Valley.

There’s always something going on—go online, get updated and choose your next adventure!

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...but need them RIGHT NOW? Log on and get informed. Our 360º Sun Valley — A Family & Kids Blog (www.sunvalleymag.com/360) will bring you inspired and informative tips on everything from winter adventures, to summer camps and cultural events, or the best places to explore, grab a bite or spend a lazy day.

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Looking for the cutting edge in both fashion and function for your kids? Shop locally! We’ve got your tot through teen covered in the hottest brands at competitive prices. Christmas ideas abound in our one-of-a-kind boutiques with friendly faces to help make shopping a breeze. Whether your kids are hitting the slopes, sledding, snow shoeing or just cruising around town, save the shipping and support our local shops!

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family friendly!

There are a lot of obvious reasons why the Wood River Valley is considered such a great place to raise a family. It’s beautiful, safe, clean, friendly, jam packed full of great recreational opportunities and offers strong—and ever expanding—educational opportunities for kids of all ages. But what really makes this place so special are the people who call it home and the passions they share with the community.

From working moms to local teachers and counselors, we shine the spotlight on some of the people and organizations that help make our Valley such a wonderful place to raise families. photo by dev khalsa Spring 2014 :09

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The HUB

Mompreneurs

BY Kate Elgee

BY Margot Ramsay They’re everywhere these days. “Mompreneurs” are all over magazines, newspapers and online media and are proving that women can have it all; vibrant businesses and happy and healthy families. Mompreneurs are defined as female business owners who actively balance the roles of mom and entrepreneur—and our Valley is home to many such mommy success stories. We talked to three amazing local women who make being mompreneurs look easy … well, sort of.

A gathering place for kids

Local moms balance business and family

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Jamey Allsop Greene When Jamey Allsop Greene is not in meetings with buyers, attending trade shows around the world and generally building her brand, Allsop Home and Garden, you’ll find her experimenting in the kitchen with her children or enjoying mountain life with her husband, Adam. Jamey says that she continually works to “better her work/life balance” and that “running a business and being mom of two young children is challenging.” While she readily admits that being a mompreneur isn’t easy, Jamey says, “in the end, I am so grateful for my husband, our two wonderful little people, and to love what I do. Nothing could be more rewarding!”

Dev Khalsa Dev Khalsa’s job as a photojournalist is anything but predictable. On any given day, you might find her riding in a snowcat around Galena Summit taking sunrise shots, editing in her Hailey studio or snuggling with her six and three-year-old daughters. It’s all in a day’s work for this mompreneur. Dev says, “I knew that owning my own business wouldn’t be easy, but the flexibility that it allows is worth it.” And it helps that Dev absolutely loves her job. Dev says that she tries to use the challenges, like “not having normal business hours,” to her advantage and schedules around family commitments. Whether she’s running her kids to gymnastics or tearing up with her wedding and family portrait clients during photo-viewing sessions, Dev thoroughly enjoys her crazy life as a devoted mom and photographer.

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The “HUB” is Blaine County Recreation District’s (BCRD) 2,500-square-foot, kidfriendly space inside the Hailey Community Campus. It’s a place for youngsters to unwind after school, during holiday breaks and in the summer (basically, any time they’re not in school).

“Like the ‘hub’ of a wheel, this is a central point for kids to gather and then branch outward into the community and the outdoors,” explains BCRD recreation director Dave Keir. “Here at the BCRD we want to promote active and healthy people, starting as young as possible.”

W ith a multi-purpose gymnasium, bouncy castle, mini rock-climbing wall, and playroom including an indoor tree fort and swinging hammocks, the HUB is basically kid paradise. Organized programs include kids yoga and theater camp, with regular activities like sledding and Tae Kwon Do, to name a few. There are also weekly field trips to places like the Hailey Skate Park, snowshoeing at Galena Lodge or swimming at the nearby Aquatic Center. The BCRD also offers youth sports year-round, including t-ball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse and track and field.

The HUB’s programs have been growing rapidly in recent years, with anywhere from 40-70 kids showing up daily. Open most days and times that parents are working, and licensed in Idaho as a childcare provider, the HUB has become a staple for families in the Wood River Valley. “We’re here for the working parents of the community,” says Dave.

“I often fantasize about being home when the kids walk in from school to the smell of cookies on the counter and dinner in the oven,” Sarah Hedrick, owner of Iconoclast Books and mother to four very busy children, says. “But really, they’d think they’d walked into the wrong home—bless `em!” Sarah, a widow since her husband Gary’s automobile accident five years ago, plays mom, dad and business owner from 5:30 am, when her day starts with making breakfast and school lunches, until midnight, when she says you’ll find her at the computer working “after the kids are in bed and the laundry is spinning.”

Sarah makes it all work by multitasking like a professional and thanks to tasty food from KB’s—”for the emergency nights when we’re at the bookstore until 7 pm and a homecooked dinner just isn’t in the cards,” she says.

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Sarah Hedrick

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baccalaureate

International Baccalaureate

Prestigious program comes to Blaine County schools

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BY Kate Elgee Blaine County’s impressive educational system can now boast of being the only public school in Idaho to implement the International Baccalaureate Programme (IB). Established in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1968, this prestigious educational program can now be found in 147 countries worldwide. “For Idaho, this is huge,” says Julia Grafft, IB coordinator and English teacher at Wood River High School.

“It’s a 21st-century teaching method, as opposed to a set of specific courses, and every student is automatically enrolled,” explains Jane Walther, the French teacher and IB coordinator at Wood River Middle School.

After a discussion forum of over 6,000 parents, teachers and community members in 2009, Blaine County School District (BCSD) decided that four things were key for our education system: 1. A rigorous curriculum. 2. A focus on multiculturalism.

3. Addressing the needs of the “whole child”.

4. Preparing students for a 21st-century world.

The IB program answered all of those concerns.

It not only helps create open-minded, well-rounded students, Julia and Jane say, but with courses like “Global Perspectives” and a required “World Language,” it shapes young citizens for the world. “For students living in a pretty rural area in Idaho, the internationalminded aspects are important,” Jane says.

“Also, by addressing the ‘whole child’— meaning personally, socially, psychologically, etc.— it’s a more holistic, balanced education,” explains Julia. “It’s not only about academia, and that has always been important to Blaine County residents.” Although BCSD has currently only implemented the “Middle Years Programme,” there are discussions to include other programs and enroll students starting at age three until graduation.

“This is a program that competitive universities will recognize,” Jane says, adding that it will give our Blaine County students yet another leg up on their college applications— moving them onward, upward, into the world and “prepared for life beyond school.”

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A sophomore at Wood River High School, Meg Murphy has played an active role in the Flourish Foundation, a community service-based local non-profit. For the past year, she and 10 other students from area schools have met once a week to meditate, talk about assignments related to spreading compassion and work on book projects commissioned by the Dalai Lama.

Meg is part of the foundation’s “Compassionate Young Leaders” program and is, among other things, preparing for an exciting trip to India this summer with the Flourish Foundation.

How did you get involved with the Flourish Foundation? Through my sister and other friends.

What are your greatest achievements so far? Learning compassion— giving a smile to everyone that you see and knowing that everyone fights their own battles. Working with the Flourish Foundation has changed my life and my perspective on everything.

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Why is the Wood River Valley a good place for your passion? This is a very spiritual place and we take for granted how beautiful it is here.

Any advice based on what you’ve learned from the Flourish Foundation? Be open to everything and take every opportunity that you can.

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What’s your favorite flavor ice cream?

Raspberry Gelato.

Who is you hero? My sister.

What’s your favorite meal? Thanksgiving!

What’s your motto? “This too shall pass.”

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Party time! A few tips for kids’ birthday parties Another year has rolled by and your kiddos have begun to outgrow yet another size of clothing, they’ve learned new and exciting things in school and, more importantly, their birthday is right around the corner! If you’re having a tough time deciding what to do for the big day, try out some of these suggestions for a party that is both low-key and easy on the budget, but still jam-packed with fun.

Planning a kid’s birthday party. Snacks and food are important at any party, but especially at an active kid’s party at the park. The key is to provide food that both kids and adults will eat, so I suggest a few different types of snacks that are appealing for all palates. Healthy chips with a mild salsa are great, as well as hummus with veggies like baby carrots and snap peas, which are easy and yummy. For a main course, pasta salads or pizza are sure things for an outside party. I made an easy pesto pasta with peas at my son’s party, as well as wraps filled with turkey and veggies. They were a hit with both parents and kids, and helped to fuel the active little bodies.

Picking party activities. Low-maintenance is important, so one great activity is cupcake decorating. It also serves a dual purpose—providing dessert as well as a “fun sit-down-and-take-a-rest-from-running-around activity.”

I made some simple cupcakes and bought tons of sprinkles in lots of varieties and colors. The kids got to choose their cupcake and went to town with some creative sugar-filled fun. We also had a local gal do some Check out a phenomenal face-painting, which added more entertainment for both kids and adults. kid-friendly Wrap up the party. It’s always nice for the little guests to feel special on their way out, so inexpensive Pasta, Pesto party favors are great. Grab a few little things (we’re talking miniature plastic Slinkys, curly straws or rubber and Peas bouncy balls)—anything that is silly and small, but that will make the party participants feel good as the festivrecipe online for ities come to a close. Make sure that everyone gets a party favor—including an extra balloon if you have some a birthday snack! and any other food leftovers—it’s less clean-up for you and ensures you send home happy party-going kiddos!

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Karate Kids

Martial arts options for kids

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Martial arts offer a terrific combination for most kids. That’s because practicing these art forms is not only a great way to get kids active and exercising, but they also help youngsters learn self-defense, selfdiscipline and to treat others with respect. Of course, acquiring such Kids love Lee Anderson's mixed martial arts classes! skills also helps build self-confidence.

To help you find the right dojo, here’s a rundown of local kid-friendly (generally for 5- to 16-year-olds) martial arts options. on Main Street in Hailey, youth classes are offered on Tuesday and Sun Valley Tae Kwon Do has been training local youth in the Valley Thursday evenings (208.720.3646). since 1980. A traditional Korean martial art, Tae Kwon Do is designed Established in 1996, Sawtooth Martial Arts specializes in Soo Bahk to not just train physical fighting skills, but to also enhance one’s spirit Do, or “Korean karate,” which practices a non-contact art form, strikand mind. As instructor Gary Peterson explains, “We teach kids lesing against targets rather than people. Led by master instructor at sons for life.” Sun Valley Tae Kwon Do offers youth classes on n N io nal Oliver Whitcomb, youth classes are offered at the Gateway a e Monday and Wednesday nights at The HUB in Hailey and Building in Hailey and at Zenergy in Ketchum (208.720.6088).

Tuesday and Thursdays nights at the YMCA in Ketchum At the USA Grappling Academy in Bellevue, master (208.788.5767). instructor Lee Anderson leads Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, mixed mar Hailey Traditional Okinawa Goju Karate has been tial arts and ladies cardio kickboxing classes—as he’s been offering a traditional form of the Chinese martial art since doing locally for over 20 years. Lee says Jiu-Jitsu offers a realis1995. Chief instructor Johnny Bolton says karate is great for tic form of self-defense and that it’s perfect for kids and especially kids because it not only helps keep them in good physical condition, popular with girls. “It’s a fun atmosphere, we’re everybody is family but it also improves their dexterity, balance and focus. He said it’s also and part of the team. It’s very positive experience,” says Lee. Walk-ins a great alternative for kids who don’t care for team sports. Located are welcome and parents can even train with their kids (208.720.3519).

Picky Eaters Paradise 1

Model Behavior

Be sure to model well-rounded behavior by eating anything and everything.

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Try it First

Make it a big deal if you try something that you haven’t had before and make sure that your picky eater is watching mama or daddy “be brave.”

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Don’t Give Up!

Research has shown that children may be more receptive to new foods through multiple exposures—between five and 10 times—so keep trying!

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Tips for feeding finicky family members

BY Margot Ramsay

“Just try it.”

“No. It’s yucky! I hate it!”

Does this sound familiar? Having a picky eater can be incredibly frustrating to parents.

But the good news is that even though it can be exceptionally irritating, you can loosen up about picky eaters. That’s because, according to Dr. Leann Birch, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies at Penn State University, “Most children who are perceived as picky eaters probably have adequate diets. What parents often perceive as picky eating simply reflects their children’s normal response to new foods.”

Dr. Birch explains that children are innately neophobic—they have a fear of trying new things—and that this trepidation logically includes food. It’s normal for children between the ages of two and five to refuse to try new foods and to have only four or five favorites.

Since picky eating is actually a natural part of being a kiddo, keeping the accompanying tips in mind should be helpful.

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autism awareness

One Step at a Time Local mom raises autism awareness

BY Mike McKenna s the old adage goes, parenting A is much more of a marathon than it is a sprint. But like most challenges, parenting certainly has its rewards, too.

And that’s especially the case when you’re raising a child with special needs. Just like running a marathon, it will test your mettle, your resolve and, ultimately, your heart.

“I never thought I was very strong,” Carrie Mahoney explains, as she shares the story of finding out that her youngest of two children, Henry, now five years old, was autistic.

Carrie and Matt Mahoney had always known something was a Henry Mahoney having fun with little different with their son, who photo by dev khalsa his dad, Matt, after hockey practice. was more challenging and had a much shorter attention span Carrie explains that one of the hardest parts than his older sister. They just didn’t know what it was. Still, that didn’t make the diagnosis of about raising an autistic child is the social confusion the disorder creates. “When you drop the autism they received, after the arduous task of booking ‘A-bomb’ people don’t know how to react. Henry and going through two days of neuropsychology testis still a great kid who just has some things he ing, any easier. needs to work through,” she says, explaining “When we got the call it almost felt like all of a sudthat Henry is on the higher functioning side of den someone had dropped a different child on my lap,” ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), or the “specCarrie explains. “You just want your child to be ‘normal,’ to be okay. We started to worry, is this the label our child is trum,” as the neurological disability is sometimes referred. going to get for the rest of his life?”

“Henry has learned that he’s The Mahoneys’ reaction was typical of parents okay. He feels like he’s normal and who discover their child has special needs like great and everybody else is difautism—a mixture of fear, confusion and even some ferent,” Carrie says. When asked anger. But, for Carrie, there was also a sense of hope, what she has learned, Carrie says which began to blossom in the hidden strength of her that besides learning how strong and spirit. “He had been so hard and this helped explain supportive the local community is, she it,” Carrie says, adding that the clinical diagnosis also has learned that she’s actually pretty opened the door for assistance and advice. “It also strong herself. helped give us some direction on how to help him.”

“I have found strength through this,” As they say, it takes a village to raise a child and, Carrie says. And indeed she has, having used especially in Henry’s case, it helps that the village is all her son’s diagnosis as a reason to run her firston the same page. ever marathon, last year’s famed New York City “There is so much exceptional support locally,” Marathon, to help (with generous assistance from Carrie says, complimenting the terrific assistance from the Lee Pesky Learning Center) to raise funds places like Higher Ground, the Wood River YMCA, and awareness for autism programs locally. As Swiftsure Ranch, the local social/emotional interventionists and, of course, the Blaine County School District. Carrie says about not only conquering the marathon, but life as the parent of an autistic child, “The group at Woodside Elementary is phenom“If we can get through this, we can get through enal. They don’t just work to make a living, they work to anything.” make a difference,” she says.

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Tips for Parents of Autistic Kids 1

Don’t be afraid.

It took Carrie Mahoney eight months to actually tell other people her son had been diagnosed with autism. But once she did say something, she found out she was far from alone, that it was therapeutic to talk about it and that there’s a lot of great support locally.

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Early intervention is key.

If you have any serious concerns, have your child tested.

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Set your child on a path to succeed.

There are a lot of helpful resources out there. Don’t be afraid to seek them out and ask for help.

4 Learn everything you can.

Carrie highly suggests reading, “The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a ThirteenYear-Old Boy with Autism” by autistic Japanese author Naoki Higashida, to understand the challenges from an insider’s perspective.

5 Know that it’s okay that your is child different.

Everyone else has challenges, too.

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Find an outlet for yourself.

Raising an autistic child is challenging. Make sure to nurture yourself as well.

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World of Toys

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BY Kate Elgee

taylor nelson • sports

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Classic Toys for All Ages

GAMES • PUZZLES • COSTUMES AND MORE

This little 4-foot-nothing hockey prodigy stands tall with a huge smile, usually encircled by her entourage of younger sisters. Nicknamed the “Dark Knight,” after Sun Valley local Hilary Knight who recently made the 2014 US Women’s Olympic Hockey Team, Taylor has been making her mark with the Sun Valley SUNS Squirts thanks to a great attitude and hard work. To pay the $600 annual team fee, Taylor has been selling eggs from her family’s pet chickens to friends and neighbors. Watch for Taylor on the ice—and watch out Jackson Hole Moose, she’s coming for you!

How long have you been playing hockey?

I’ve been skating for two years with the Blaine County Recreation District (BCRD) at Hailey Ice, but this was my first year with the Sun Valley Youth Hockey (SVYH).

How did you get into it? My older cousin Andrew, age 12, plays for SVYH and I thought it seemed like fun.

What are the keys to being good at hockey? You gotta try your best, give 100% all the time. For skating, you need really strong legs.

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Name: Taylor Nelson Age: 9 Team: Sun Valley SUNS Squirts (co-ed team) Siblings: Three sisters: Makinzie, Paityn and Hadley Pets: 22 chickens, a fish and a golden retriever named Copper

Who are your biggest influences?

My cousin Andrew and my teammates.

What are your greatest achievements so far? I made the travelling A-team so that I could go to Jackson Hole and I almost scored a goal!

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to play softball and he teaches me a lot of school stuff because he’s a 5th grade teacher.

Also, he is awesome!

What do you love about hockey?

It’s really fun. If you’re a rough person, you get to slam people into boards.

Are you the best player on the team? I’m working towards it, she said with a laugh.

Why is the Wood River Valley a good place for hockey players? We have really great coaches: Pete Whitehead and Wendy Speth.

Fester and Vilnis, too, and Dawn, my skating coach. They don’t yell at you like other hockey coaches.

Any tips for people new to your sport?

That’s difficult because I am new to the sport.

I guess, skate hard and do your best. That’s what my first coach, Bege Reynolds, told me.

Who is your favorite hockey player?

Jack O’Callahan (from the 1980 US Olympic Team) and the “Miracle” team.

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Life is a Playground Happiness, as they say, is a choice. Luckily, for those of us who live in and love to visit Sun Valley, there are lots of options for finding happiness. To help, we’ve rounded up several different ways, from fishing and hiking to playgrounds and skateparks, for families to Get Out There and find their own happiness.

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jill clark • education Hometown: Grew up in Hagerman, lives in Bellevue School: 7th grade Life Science & Reel Fun Fishing Club teacher at Wood River Middle School Family: Greg, her husband of 26 years; sons Christopher (22) and Kyle (18) Pets: Ginger, a “hunting fool” yellow lab Education: Degree in Zoology from the University of Idaho

1 It’s Good for Them!

Studies have shown that teaching kids to fish is exceptionally beneficial intellectually, emotionally, socially and spiritually.

2 It’s Fun & Easy!

The basic skills needed for fishing are easy to learn and can be accomplished by people of just about any physical or mental ability.

One of the first things you notice about Mrs. Clark, as the students call her, is her enthusiastic nature.

Jill simply exudes a passion for life and for people, which is evident as soon as you meet her. So there’s little doubt as to why Jill is such a beloved and well-respected teacher.

3 It Gets Them in Touch with Nature! People who fish, especially those who start early in life, have more positive feelings and respect for the outdoors. Plus, fish, especially trout, do live in beautiful places!

They Can Eat Their Prize! Unlike most activities, fishing will literally allow you to bring home dinner.

And fresh Idaho trout caught by a child certainly makes for a memorable meal.

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What’s the best part about teaching at Wood River Middle School? Being part of a small, closeknit team of individuals that works together to help and teach students.

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to balance your teaching so the students are doing more of the work than you are. Kids need to assess and reflect upon their own work.

Who is your biggest influence? My mom.

What is your favorite ice cream flavor?

CloverLeaf Creamery’s coffee.

Who is your hero? Bob Knoebel (a local fishing guide and youth education chair for the Hemingway chapter of Trout Unlimited) because he’s so giving to other people. He’s so kind, helpful and knowledgeable.

Favorite “kids’” meal? Spaghetti.

Your motto? “Prepare the child for the path, not the path for the child.”

Favorite activities? Fly fishing, hunting (I just started this year), gardening, fly tying, sewing.

Favorite movie? “Mrs. Doubtfire.”

Favorite book? “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee and my favorite new read is your book (“Angling Around Sun Valley”).

Who are your favorite musicians? My dad, Gene Loranger, and my son, Christopher.

Where would you love to visit? Patagonia.

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Summertime in Sun Valley is a great time to get out and explore.

Take a Hike

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Easy (ages 5 & under) Sunnyside Trail/ Adams Gulch Close proximity to Ketchum and numerous trail options make the Adams Gulch trail system a local fave. Wee walkers will love chasing grasshoppers down the gently rolling Sunnyside Trail, which winds through sage fields and aspen groves. (2 miles; modest vertical gain). Getting there: From Ketchum, drive north on Highway 75 for 1.6 miles. Turn left onto Adams Gulch Road and continue 0.9 miles to the trailhead.

Prairie Creek This relatively flat out-and-back trail weaves through shady forest and sprawling meadows. After 1.6 miles, you’ll hit a

small gravel beach that’s a fun destination (and perfect turn-around spot) for fledgling hikers. Warning: Toddlers may need to be carried part way and over stream crossings. (3.2 miles; modest vertical gain).

Getting there: From Ketchum, drive north on Highway 75 for 18.6 miles. Turn left on Prairie Creek Road and continue 2.6 miles to the trailhead.

Cow Creek Loop A small portion of Greenhorn’s Cow Creek Loop, this short yet diverse loop is dotted with aspens, bridge crossings and wildlife.

(1.5 miles; 463 ft. vertical gain). From Ketchum, drive south on Highway 75 about 5.5 miles to the East Fork stoplight. Head west on Greenhorn Gulch Road and continue 3.7 miles to the parking lot. (Note: Due to the Beaver Creek Fire, trail may not be fully open this season, check with Sawtooth Ranger District for details.)

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The Shadyside Trail in Adam’s Gulch is a locals’ favorite quick hike.

intermediate (ages 6 to 9) Baker Lake Bursting with Indian paintbrush and lupine, this colorful hike leads to a stunning troutstocked lake. Fishing anyone? (3.4 miles; 900 ft. vertical gain). From Ketchum, go north on Highway 75 for 15 miles. Turn left onto Baker Creek Road (between mile markers 143 and 144). Continue for 9.3 miles until the

road ends.

Chocolate Gulch While the climb up the gulch could pose a challenge to littler legs, kids over 6 should be able to hack it. Up top, they’ll be rewarded with gorgeous wildflowers and views.

After the descent, the trail winds back along the Big Wood River. (4.7 miles; 729 ft. vertical gain). From Ketchum, drive north on Highway 75 for 6.9 miles. Turn left on Chocolate Gulch Road and park at the end of the road.

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mosquitoes. (3.4 miles; 400 ft. vertical gain).

From Ketchum, drive north on Highway 75 for 30.1 miles. Just before the Galena summit, turn right and park at the trail sign.

Cross the highway to the trailhead.

advanced (ages 10 to 14) Taylor Canyon Loop Despite being minutes from Ketchum, this loop, with spectacular views of the Boulders, Griffin Butte and the Pios, doesn’t get a ton of foot traffic. Don't miss the early summer flowers or fall colors. (4 miles; 1,280 ft. vertical gain). From Ketchum, drive north on Highway 75 for 3.4 miles. Turn right on Lake Creek Road and continue 1.5 miles to Taylor Canyon Road. Bear left and go 0.4 miles to the trailhead.

Summit Creek Meandering past beaver ponds, avalanche fields and sheer granite walls, this scenic trail may be a bit of a grind. But those who endure (especially the last 500-foot push to the saddle) are rewarded with a killer view of Devil’s Bedstead. (3.8 miles; 1,592 ft. vertical gain). From Ketchum, drive east on

Sun Valley/Trail Creek Road. After 9.3 miles, the paved road turns into a well-graded dirt road. Go another 2.7 miles to Trail Creek Summit. Turn right and park in the large, flat grassy area.

Proctor Mountain Loop Don’t count on having the trail to yourself on this popular close-to-town hike. But after seeing the panoramic views from the top, you won’t mind sharing. The trail has unmarked junctions that can be confusing, so bring a guidebook. (5.6 miles; 1,626 ft. vertical gain). From Ketchum, drive east on Sun Valley/Trail Creek Road for 2.8 miles to the Hemingway Memorial.

Carbonate Mountain Just steps from downtown Hailey, Carbonate, with its sweeping valley views and vibrant spring wildflowers, is understandably popular. Head straight up the ridge (1.1 miles; 1,308 ft. vertical gain) for a thigh-burning hike or walk or bike up the switchbacks (2.1 miles; 1,308 ft. vertical gain). Getting there: From Ketchum, drive south on Highway 75 to Bullion Street. Take a right and go 0.4 miles to the trailhead. (Note: Ground cover

is gone due to Beaver Creek Fire, but the area promises to be lush and green with wildflowers again for years to come.)

challenging (ages 15 & up) High Ridge Trail An epic hike with gorgeous canyons, rumbling creeks and steep cliffs. But it’s the breathtaking vistas of surrounding 10,000-ft.plus peaks that make it a “must do.” (7.2 miles, 2,050 ft. vertical gain). From Ketchum, drive east on Sun Valley/Trail Creek Road for 12.8 miles. Turn left onto an unmarked road just before reaching the Park Creek Campground. Go 1.1 miles and turn left at the High Ridge Trail sign. Go 0.1 mile to the road’s end.

Hyndman Creek to Wildhorse Saddle This hike follows an old mining road thru aspen groves and wildflower meadows before climbing into a spectacular glaciated basin, past a small lake, and up to jawdropping panoramas. The initial 2.3 miles make a great mountain bike ride that can

be continued up the switchbacks into Big Basin. (5.6 miles; 3,768 ft. vertical gain). From Ketchum, drive south on Highway 75 for 5.5 miles to the East Fork stoplight.

Turn left and drive 6 miles on pavement Proctor Mountain Loop offers beautiful views of Baldy. and 1.3 miles on dirt to the Hyndman Creek junction. Turn left onto Hyndman Creek Road #203 and continue 2.3 miles to the second private drive. Bear left into the creek bottom and left again after crossing the creek. Follow the main road 2.6 miles to the trailhead.

Kane Lake A beautiful but taxing hike to a picture-per-

fect aqua-blue lake surrounded by precipitous walls and 11,000-ft. peaks. The last mile involves scrambling over rock fields. But it’s worth the trouble, as it places you in the heart of the Pioneer Mountains with lots of nooks and crannies begging for exploration.

(3.4 miles; 1,717 ft. vertical gain). From Ketchum, head east on Sun Valley/Trail Creek Road for 19.3 miles. Turn right at the Kane Lake sign and continue 4.8 miles to the trailhead (4WD vehicle recommended).

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The Wood River Valley is a veritable mecca for kids’ activities with lots of fun to be had on a bike, on a skateboard, or just on your own two feet. With so many choices, picking favorites is a challenge, but here are some parks that kids are certain to enjoy.

Situated right on Main Street in Ketchum, this charming European-inspired oasis is centered around a large water fountain that beckons wee ones to abandon their shoes and run squealing through the spray. Parents or grandparents will love watching them from a bench or picnic table surrounded by beautifully manicured gardens. Main Street (next to Silver Creek Outfitters), Ketchum.

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The Christina Potters Outdoor Ice Rink (mid-December through mid-February) is the largest outdoor ice rink in the Pacific Northwest. Shady picnic areas and a family BBQ pit offer respite from the summer sun.

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Recognizable by the classic green and white historic Forest Service buildings from the Civilian Conservation Corps era 1930s, this 2-acre park with museums is not to be missed and also plays host to the popular Ketch’em Alive! summer concert series and other festival events. 131 East River Street (between Washington and First Avenue), Ketchum.

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Third Street, between Cedar and Elm streets, Bellevue.

HOWARD PRESERVE A 13-acre preserve along the Big Wood River in Bellevue. Well shaded with mature cottonwood trees, it features a walking path along the river, fishing access, benches and picnic areas. It is also the site of the Haunted Forest at Halloween—a popular annual event.

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July 7 - 10 Secrets of Underwater Life

Adventure outside to build backcountry & naturalist survival skills.

Prepare to get wet & explore our river ecosystems.

August 11 - 14 Night Stalkers, Day Risers

Explore nocturnal & diurnal animal behavior.

August 4 - 8 Sense of Place: Discovering Our Alpine Ecosystem

Sharpen outdoor skills while exploring how we impact our beautiful mountain landscape.

For more information or to register online, visit ercsv.org or call the ERC at 208.726.4333.

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Hailey play HOP PORTER PARK This sprawling, 4.3-acre fun zone is great for all ages and offers the largest play structure in town, a multifaceted wooden construction (designed with “wish list” input from local school kids) with a suspension bridge, multiple slides and lots of nooks for a rousing game of hide-and-seek.

It is also the site of the annual Northern Rockies Music Festival and numerous summer events. A covered group pavilion, with BBQ and picnic tables, offers shade and is popular for events and birthdays. Bullion Street, west of Main Street, Hailey.

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always full, featuring organized softball and baseball games at the beautifully-maintained ballfield. Croy Creek Road (across the bridge, just west of Hop Porter Park), Hailey.

LAWRENCE HEAGLE PARK With a large, covered group pavilion, individual picnic areas, playground with slides and swings, public restrooms and plenty of grass, this is Hailey’s most popular park for weddings. Plenty of large trees help create shade, and the Big Wood River access and tennis and basketball courts, make this 3.5acre park popular for all kinds of activities.

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ebrated home chef), this park is most well known for its special events—the Labor Day Antique and Crafts Fair, the Trailing of the Sheep Festival and many others. Main Street, between 3rd and 4th Avenue, Hailey.

DRAPER WOOD RIVER PRESERVE This 80-acre preserve includes a ½ mile of Big Wood River frontage with trails, interpretive signage, picnic areas and fantastic fishing access. Accessible from either the Cedar Bend entrance along Cedar Street or the China Gardens main entrance along Aspen Drive, Hailey.

Neighborhood parks KEEFER PARK Hailey’s newest park, Keefer Park, is also the city’s largest at 8.6 acres and is abuzz with athletic events on most evenings and weekends. Amenities include restroom facilities, soccer/rugby fields, a softball field, basketball courts, a disc golf course, a pavilion and playground. Central Woodside subdivision, at the intersection of Laurelwood and Moonlight Drive, Hailey.

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FOXMOOR PARK A neighborhood park that has athletic fields and individual picnic areas. Foxmoor subdivision near Wood River High School, Eastridge Drive, Hailey.

Deerfield Park Another neighborhood park, this 3.3-acre park is teeming with activity in the large grassy areas that double as athletic fields for youth soccer games on the weekends.

Trees, a playground and individual picnic areas help provide shade and activities for family gatherings and events. Deerfield subdivision, accessible from either Eastridge Drive or Chestnut Street, Hailey.

OLD CUTTERS PARK A 5.1-acre neighborhood park that includes large fields, a playground with slides and climbing structure, shaded pavilion, picnic tables and bathrooms. It is also the site for the annual Crosstoberfest cyclocross course and beer tasting festival. Old Cutters subdivision, corner of Cutters Drive and Badger Lane, Hailey.

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Gets Its Own Miracle

BY Mike McKenna Experts on such matters say that the key to success in life isn’t intelligence or pedigree. It isn’t about how good looking or talented you are. It’s about grit. And if there’s one thing that the sport of hockey teaches you a lot about, it’s grit.

That’s why hundreds of locals showed up at the Hailey Rodeo Park last summer to cheer on the announcement that local philanthropist Lynn Campion-Waddell and her family were donating $4 million to Hailey Ice to complete the indoor ice rink—making the long-held dream of many south valley locals come true.

Beginning in November of 2015, Hailey will not only have its own indoor ice rink (which will be used for ice-related events for eight months a year and for a variety of other activities during summer months), but will also continue to offer free seasonal outdoor skating at the rodeo grounds.

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the facility in some fashion,” said Sarah Benson, the executive director of the nonprofit group, Hailey Ice. It is thanks to Sarah and a small but dedicated group of local “puckheads,” as hockey fans are called, that an indoor rink in Hailey became a reality. For more than a dozen years, a group of local volunteers has made sure that each winter a free outdoor skating rink was available in Hailey. Each year, too, they dreamed and believed that someday they would bring a real, indoor rink to town.

Eventually, the official Hailey Ice group was formed, but just when it finally seemed like it all was going to happen, the money fell through. The group did not give up, though.

They kept plugging along and believing. And, ultimately, Ms. Campion showed up with a miracle. Hailey Ice still needs to raise money for additional items like a Zamboni, but there is no doubt they’ll make that happen, too.

Sure, hat tricks and hot goalies grab all the headlines, but most hockey players will tell you that what really wins games is heart and hustle, getting knocked down and then getting back up gain. It’s showing your grit.

Something the good folks at Hailey Ice know a lot about.

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The 200 players who participate in the Sun Valley Youth Hockey (SVYH) program have a lot to cheer about—Hailey Ice will mean more ice time for each of them! SVYH, a 37-year old nonprofit youth sports organization, serves kids, ages 5 through 18, on seven teams for all age groups. The season runs from mid-October to March, and the sport seems to be growing in leaps and bounds in the Wood River Valley. More than 25 kids came out to “Give Hockey a Try” on October 7th and 8th, many of whom had never before been on the ice, and this year’s Squirts team (9 and 10-year-olds) has over 50 new and returning skaters. More than 32 coaches support player development, and teams travel from Boise to Jackson Hole, Salt Lake City, Bozeman, Idaho Falls and Salmon. Don’t miss the home tournaments in December and January. And SUNS HOCKEY look for new times for FREE skates to try SCHEDULE hockey in both Hailey and Sun Valley.

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Come November 2015, the longtime dream for the complex at the southern entrance to Hailey will be realized. The master plan above details the future location of the indoor ice rink in relation to the already built rodeo grounds and skate park. Arriving visitors can’t help but get the message: Hailey is fun!

The Suns Hockey team is turning 40!! To celebrate, they are excited to announce their charter membership in the newly formed Black Diamond Hockey League (BDHL), which includes Senior “A” elite men’s teams from Sun Valley, Jackson Hole (Wyo.), Bozeman (Mt.) and Park City (Utah). Don’t miss a chance to see the fast-paced action and thrills at one of their games during the 2014-2015 40th Anniversary Season.

Dec 12-13 Home Park City Pioneers Dec 19-20 Away Jackson Hole Moose Dec 27 Home Future Sun’s Jan 2-3 Home Jackson Hole Moose Jan 9-10 Away Park City Pioneers Jan 23-24 Home East Coast Guttersnipers Jan 30-31 Away Bozeman Stingers Feb 13-14 Home St. Nicks NYC Feb 20-21 Home Boulder Colorado Feb 27-28 TBD Mar 6-7 Home Hockey Source Mar 13-14 Away BDHL Championship (Jackson Hole)

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A Winter’s Night in the Wild Galena Yurts Offer A Unique Idaho Experience The idea of spending a winter’s night amid the Rocky Mountains with only the shelter of a Mongolian yurt is at once thrilling and intimidating. Imagine the Idaho night sky from an elevation of 7,300 feet on a crisp December night. Or picture a light snowfall filtering through a dense and silent evergreen forest. For some, however, yurt lodging conjures thoughts of grinding uphill treks through potential avalanche terrain, cold nights and Spartan meals.

But it doesn’t have to be like that.

Galena Lodge, just 19 miles north of Ketchum, has made the yurt experience not only comfortable and easy, but accessible to families with even very young children.

With three different yurts within a 20-minute snowshoe trip, or an easy 30-minute ski tour, Galena Lodge offers a yurt experience for those unable or unwilling to organize a more demanding, involved adventure.

“The people we see up here are looking for a local getaway that is family-friendly and group-friendly,” said Erin Zell, who, along with her husband Don Shepler, manages Galena Lodge. “People love the fact that there is no cell service up here—that it is rustic, but not hard. You can make it as self-supportive or as gourmet as you like,” she added.

Used in Asia for thousands of years, yurts are circular, wooden structures with a crown roof that are covered with canvas, synthetic materials, or, originally, felt made from sheep wool.

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eymoon yurts at Galena are all equipped with different configurations of beds (guests bring their own sleeping bags), wood stoves that pump out more heat than anyone could ever need, kitchen gear (pots, pans, utensils), propane stoves for cooking, and outhouses for restroom facilities. There is even a wood-fired sauna near the Star’s Perch yurt available to all yurt guests.

Commonly, guests bring their own food to cook, however, the lodge will also deliver meals from their gourmet yurt menu right to your doorstep (these meals need to be ordered ahead of time). Yet another dinner option is to coordinate a yurt stay with one of the lodge’s Full Moon or Winter Dinners (select nights throughout the winter).

While the trip to the yurts is quite short, it is uphill. Many simply pack their gear in backpacks and carry it up, or use a pull sled that is provided by the lodge. For a fee, a snowmobile service for hauling gear is available, if needed.

Zell pointed out that they get a lot of multigeneration families spending time in their yurts. “As good as it is for young kids, it’s just as fun for older adults. We try to encourage people to spend two nights. It’s really nice to have a full day to snowshoe, ski, have snowball fights, or just relax and have hot chocolate.”

The lodge and yurts open for the 2014-2015 season on November 22; the season’s first Full Moon Dinner will be December 6. Visit galenalodge.com or call (208) 726-4010 to see the yurt availability calendar.

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MORE YURTING OPTIONS

Those looking for more of a backcountry yurt experience will find that opportunities abound in the greater Sun Valley area. Sun Valley Trekking, owned and operated by Joe and Francie St. Onge, operates out of six yurts sprinkled among the Sawtooth, Pioneer and Smoky Mountains. In addition, Sawtooth Mountain Guides runs trips up to the Williams Peak yurt, located outside of Stanley at an elevation of 8,000 feet.

A ski tour into one of these backcountry yurts typically ranges from two to five hours and requires the use of Telemark or randonnée ski equipment and varying degrees of fitness.

Depending on their experience in the backcountry and familiarity with the terrain, guests can choose to hire a guide to tour with them, or they can go it alone. Both companies also offer food services for those who don’t want to puzzle through planning meals on their own.

For a true Rocky Mountain winter experience, a trip to the backcountry yurts in the area rarely disappoints.

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Lunafest Film Festival

Wild West Game Dinner

November 6 Hosted by the Girls on the Run of the Wood River Valley, the Lunafest Film Festival is dedicated to promoting awareness about women’s issues. The films range from animation to fictional drama, and cover topics such as women’s health, motherhood, body image, aging, cultural diversity and breaking barriers. lunafest.org

November 15 The Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation kicks off the winter season with its annual game dinner and auction to support the organization’s burgeoning alpine, cross country, snowboard and freestyle programs. Artie Hemphill and the Iron Horse band will perform. svsef.org

11th Annual Turkey Trot The Dollar Mountain Aerial Team

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November 27 The annual fun run, walk and stroll along the Big Wood River and through downtown Hailey is an extremely popular event for families and the perfect way to prepare for an afternoon of overeating and football watching! haileyidaho.com/

Ski Season Opens!

November 27 Another epic season of skiing and riding in Sun Valley kicks off to help celebrate the Thanksgiving weekend! Both Bald and Dollar Mountains are scheduled to open, but it never hurts to give thanks to the snow and skiing gods of Ullr and Skadi! sunvalley.com

Sun Valley Resort’s Adventure Camp December 4 – 5 Perfect for parents looking for some “adult time” to make some turns, do some gallery hopping or enjoy lunch at Averell’s without the little ones in tow. Activities include hiking, swimming, ice-skating, 030:

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arts and crafts, survival skills, leave-no-trace principles and more! sunvalley.com/things-to-do/ kids-youth 208.622.2288

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Papoose Club’s Annual Holiday Bazaar December 6 - 7 The popular Holiday Bazaar is the annual seasonal fundraiser for the Papoose Club.

Local artists and craftsman sell their wares to help a program that supports local youth activities throughout the year. papooseclub.org

Guy Davis Concert December 12 The Sun Valley Center for the Arts is bringing famed bluesman Guy Davis to the Sun Valley Opera House as part of its multidisciplinary program, “Under the Influence of Rock and Roll.” sunvalleycenter.org

Tree Lighting Ceremony December 20 Better than ever, this iconic celebration at the Sun Valley Village will feature Santa, Sun Valley Carolers, gingerbread/ cookie decorating, live holiday music, food offerings, hot cocoa, free “wrap-n-run” gift wrapping at Signatures and more!! sunvalley.com/things-to-do

Sun Valley Carolers December 20 - 30 Come join an evening of caroling in the Sun Valley Village. Traditional carolers will perform throughout the Village and various restaurants. sunvalley.com/things-to-do

Christmas Eve Celebration December 24 Join the holiday fun at Sun Valley Resort

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Yes, this is a ski town. But skiing is just the beginning of the fun here. The Wood River Valley offers a range of great events for young and old, the adventurous and the culture lovers.

Here is a sampling of some of the happenings this winter season.

Outdoor ice-skating is available year-round at the Sun Valley Ice Rink. on Christmas Eve. Festivities will begin at 5 p.m. at the Sun Valley Lodge terrace and outdoor ice rink. Be sure to bundle up to stay warm for all the outdoor events! sunvalley.com

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faced by women and girls. Several filmmakers and subjects of the films will be in attendance for discussions. familyofwomanfilmfestival.org

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Monthly beginning December 28 The authentic German-style Konditorei in the Sun Valley Village hosts monthly Alpine Beer & Food Tasting. Join a fun group for socializing and a taste of the old country.

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March 4 – 8 The fourth annual film fest returns with a stellar, five-day line-up of films followed by filmmaker Q&As, intimate Coffee Talks, the Screenwriters Lab, the Future Filmmakers Forum, parties, dinners and some great spring skiing! sunvalleyfilmfestival.org

Idaho Pond Hockey Classic

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January 10-11 Join the annual four-on-four pond hockey tournament at the Christina Potters Ice Rink at Atkinson Park. Put on by the Ketchum Parks and Recreation Department, the event features both A and B divisions with a no-goalie format. bcrd.com

March 2015 Professional skier-cross racer Langely McNeal lists the Kindercup as the most important win in her career. Olympic gold medal winner Picabo Street was a Kindercup champion. Take your little ones out to Dollar for the Papoose Club’s 58th Annual Kindercup on Dollar Mountain for all the fun. The free event is open to racers age 3 to 13. papooseclub.org

Sun Valley Nordic Festival January 30-February 8 This weeklong event is filled with Nordic skiing, demonstrations, races and seminars held throughout “Nordic Town USA.” nordictownusa.com

The Sun Valley Ski School offers lessons for all levels of ability in both private and group settings.

Family of Woman Film Festival February 25 – March 1 Now in its eighth year, the Family of Woman Film Festival brings films from around the world that highlight issues Spring 2014 Spring 2014:031 :031

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The Wood River Valley is the ultimate winter playground for both adults and kids. Here are our picks for activities the whole family can enjoy this winter.

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Go for a Sleigh Ride!

Enjoy one of Sun Valley’s most popular activities: a classic horse-drawn sleigh ride through a winter wonderland. Sun Valley Resort offers half-hour tours between the Sun Valley Inn and Trail Creek Cabin. For a memorable night, take the sleigh ride to Trail Creek Cabin for dinner with the family.

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Eat, Drink & Be Merry!

The Christmas holiday is kicked off in style with a full slate of events, highlighted by the Nutcracker on Ice followed by the torchlight parade down Dollar Mountain and the amazing annual fireworks show!

Snowshoe with a ranger

Forest Service rangers lead free, hour-and-ahalf long snowshoe tours at Galena Lodge every Thursday at 11 a.m. throughout the winter—starting January 10. Find out about local history and the native landscape.

Equipment rentals for all ages and abilities are available. (See our article on snowshoeing to the Galena yurts on page 28.)

Go Ice Skating Offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains, the Sun Valley Ice Rink is one of the only year-round outdoor rinks in the country. Enjoy skating on the same ice that some of the best figure skaters in the world perform on every summer!

Paint Your Own Pottery Spend an afternoon with the kids at Local Color and create unique ceramic gifts for friends and family.

They have mugs, plates, bowls—you name it—ready to be beautified with custom designs. Once you paint it, Local Color will glaze and fire the pieces.

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Try a post-skiing treat at one of our favorite sweet tooth Meccas: à la Mode in Sun Valley. Or indulge in Toni’s Ice Cream (available at Valley markets), or the delicious treats at Cristina’s, Perry’s and the Bigwood Bread restaurants in Ketchum.

catch THE SV Nordic Festival The Wood River Valley is home to arguably the best Nordic skiing community in America.

To celebrate the sport and culture of Nordic skiing, the Sun Valley Nordic Ski Alliance hosts an event-packed festival during the first week in February. The week culminates with the annual Boulder Mountain Tour, a 34-kilometer race starting at Galena Lodge that attracts some of the nation’s best skiers.

Catch the Pond Skim Closing weekend on Dollar Mountain is often a party of epic proportions, highlighted by the family-friendly pond skim, where skiers and snowboarders try out their talents on water (only this time, it’s liquid)! Costumes abound, and there are always some entertaining wipeouts to behold.

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Shred the Adventure Trails Feeling brave? Follow your kids through the Adventure Trails on Bald Mountain.

Seven narrow, banked trails meander through trees and glades on various areas of the mountain. If you are not feeling brave, you can send your kids into the trails, stay within earshot of them on the groomers and then meet up at the bottom of the run.

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