10 January 2018

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Rape kits are used by hospitals to collect evidence after sexual assault.

RAPE VICTIMS ARE DOUBLY TRAUMATIZED Hospital Opted Out Of Rape Kit Testing; Victims Must Travel To Boise

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n Christmas Day, after a woman was allegedly raped overnight in her Sun Valley dorm room, she began the day with Sun Valley police, and then was transported to Boise to get a sexual-assault evidence kit. Ten hours later, the woman was brought home. It was then 3 a.m.

The trauma of rape is severe, but the immediate aftermath shouldn’t be, local law enforcement officials say. According to sexual assault organizations such as The Advocates, it is important that victims need to know that the person caring for them knows what they are talking about and what they are experiencing. Otherwise, it is doubling down on trauma.

Even if done locally, the rape-kit process can last an excruciating four hours, or more, according to law enforcement and hospitals. It involves being invasively swabbed, probed and photographed in the exact same places a victim would have been violated during the rape itself.

In the Wood River Valley, St. Luke’s Wood River (SLWR) used to administer rape kits but a few years ago opted out of the process. Instead, victims are sent to either St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center or Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise where they can be attended to by trained examiners through the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Program (SAFE), which began in 2001. Cases may start in the emergency room or at the hospital, but SAFE leaders say 90 percent are completed at FACES (Family Advocacy Center and Education Services) Family Justice Center in Boise.

Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) are trained to deliver and handle the kits thoughtfully and confidentially. However, since there are no examiners at SLWR, nurses may administer the kit but may not be able to stay with the victim for the entire process. As well, hospital officials say the nurse administering the kit may not be a woman, and may have other patients distracting them from one-on-one attention to the assault victim.

“St. Luke’s Wood River provides medical screenings and care of all patients who present [to the emergency room],” said Angela Brady, director of Nursing/Patient Care, SLWR Emergency Department. “We do provide sexual assault forensic exam options to the patients. We encourage patients to go to FACES in Boise, who

are the experts for forensic collection. We provide the transportation for the patients and collaborate with our appropriate law enforcement. Forensic training is a special skill set and we do train our nurses to complete the rape kit, but we do not have the opportunity to stay competent (meaning there aren’t enough cases to keep up the competency/credentials). Fortunately, we have few cases. We leverage the resources of being part of a health system and reach out to our partners to provide the best possible experience.”

However, law enforcement in the Valley is concerned that this procedure puts the victim in an objectionable position.

“They used to do rape kits there,” said Steve Harkins, Blaine County sheriff. “It puts us in a predicament.”

In fact, since the alleged rape occurred in Sun Valley, it was a Sun Valley patrol car that transported the victim on Christmas Day to Boise.

“It’s totally unacceptable to put a victim in the back of a patrol car, behind a cage,” said Walt Femling, Sun Valley Police chief.

“They may be hungry, thirsty or whatever; it’s not appropriate. We’ve had meetings with St. Luke’s, law enforcement and The Advocates. It was decided by St. Luke’s that the best course was that we go to Boise.

“We reached out to Twin Falls (St. Luke’s Magic Valley Regional Medical Center).

They do them. That was going to be our best option to transport to Twin, but for some reason Twin was not available on Christmas and we needed to go to Boise.”

Femling said there was another rape in the county recently with similar results.

“Two victims [having to go to Boise], to me, is not acceptable, and yes, I’ve requested law enforcement get together with St. Luke’s to see if we can’t get them to reconsider. We’re frustrated and wish they would do them here for the sake of the victim.”

Femling pointed out that the argument that not enough rapes happen here to keep examiners proficient in administering rape kits is a lousy excuse.

“We don’t have murders, but when we have one, we have to investigate,” he said.

“We do the best we can. We go after it and make it work. There’s no difference; it’s a violent crime and should be dealt with in the community.”

The Advocates, whose original name was The Advocates for Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, is a Hailey-

based nonprofit that works to prevent abuse as well as offer support for victims.

“We deeply wish there were people trained here to do the examinations,” said Kim Bourgette, a victims advocate with The Advocates. “Our job is to advocate for the victims and this process is wrong.”

Many of The Advocates’ clients never go to hospitals or law enforcement after an assault. Historically, the system isn’t victim-oriented, said Tricia Swartling, CEO of The Advocates.

“It’s unfortunate that rape victims have to go through the sexual assault exam at all,” she said. “We don’t encourage or discourage victims to do the kits; they shouldn’t have to have it, but that’s the way it was set up. It’s the way the system is.

“We can provide all the support victims need but the medical-kit part,” Swartling continued. “Ideally, we’d like the hospital here to prioritize victims when they show up.”

Many things can work against any cases going forward, Swartling said, even if the kit was administered. These reasons may include the “he said, she said” defense, the fear of victim blaming, mishandled evidence, even a fear of having one’s medical history in the court system. Nearly one in five women in the U.S. have been sexually assaulted at some point in their lives, according to the Department of Justice statistics. While an estimated 32 percent of rapes lead to a police report, only 2 percent lead to a conviction.

Brad Hoaglun, the director of Communications and Public Relations at Saint Alphonsus, said that the hospitals are aware of the concerns from rural communities and they are “trying to work on some changes.”

In the meantime, Kristy Abel, bureau chief of the State of Idaho’s Industrial Commission Crime Victim Compensation Fund, explained that it pays for all rapekit administration and collection. Any treatment beyond that has further eligibility requirements.

“We’ve never had a request to cover travel costs,” Abel said.

For The Advocates, call (208) 788-4191. For SAFE program and FACES Of Hope Victim Center, visit facesofhopevictimcenter.org/ or call (208) 577-4400.

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On Jan. 20, the Wood River Valley community will celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Women’s March and launch a collective 2018 agenda called #PowerToThePolls. The Women’s March is being organized by a coalition comprised of representatives from The Advocates, Indivisible Blaine County and Valley residents.

The event will start at 10 a.m. at Ketchum Town Square and will feature speakers, the march, and music. Participants are encouraged to bring message signs to carry. Representatives from a wide variety of groups and organizations will be present with information on how to get involved in causes you care about. Voter registration will be available onsite.

According to The Advocates, the unifying message of the Women’s March is that we are powerful when we gather together, share space and lift each other up. Recent events in our country illustrate the power of voting and speaking up about injustice. Together, we can show people in power that women are not backing down.

The purpose of the Women’s March is to harness the political power of diverse women, supportive men, and their communities to create transformative social change.

This is a family-friendly event and everyone is welcome.

Contact Darrel Harris at darrel@theadvocatesorg.org or (208) 788-4191 for more information.

China In Africa Lecture To Be Held

David Shinn will present a lecture at The Community Library in Ketchum called “China in Africa,” 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11.

Shinn served for 37 years in the U.S. Foreign Service with assignments at embassies in Lebanon, Kenya, Tanzania, Mauritania, Cameroon, Sudan and as ambassador to Burkina Faso and Ethiopia. He has taught in the Elliott School at George Washington University since 2001.

An expert on the Horn of Africa, Shinn is the co-author of “China and Africa: A Century of Engagement,” the “Historical Dictionary of Ethiopia,” and as well as numerous articles and book chapters. His research interests include China-Africa relations, East Africa and the Horn, terrorism, Islamic fundamentalism, conflict situations, U.S. policy in Africa, and the African brain drain.

This program is presented in partnership with the Boise Committee on Foreign Relations.

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NEWS COMMUNITY

City of Ketchum Water-Wise Programs Begin This Month Ketchum joins neighboring cities, the Sawtooth Botanical Garden and Wood River Land Trust in a 3-part Resilient Landscapes for Resilient Communities series. Design an Attractive Landscape takes place on Thursday, Jan. 18, at Hailey City Hall from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Get Ready for Pond Hockey 11th Annual Idaho Pond Hockey Classic takes place at Atkinson Park on Jan. 13 and 14. Come out for brats and beverages and watch great skating and puck handlingon the city’s unique outdoor rink,Christina Potters Ice Rink.

Comments Requested on SCORP Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation requests public review and comments on its Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, a document to guide outdoor recreation in Idaho over the next five years. Visit ketchumidaho.org/scorp to review document. Comments should be sent to adam.straubinger@idpr.idaho.govby Jan. 21.

Public Meetings PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Monday • January 16 • 5:30 pm • City Hall CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday • February 12 • 5:30 pm • City Hall

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FAST AND FURIOUS HITS BLAINE COUNTY

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BY DANA DUGAN

he fast and the furious—the phrase instantly conjures up souped-up cars speeding around city streets at top speeds, thanks to the movie franchise of the same name. But, it’s not just Hollywood that promotes the daredevilry of speed racing. The behavior has been with us since Henry Ford first set his Model-T down on a dirt road in 1908.

But times—and engines—have changed, increasing the ability to drive at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour.

Around the Wood River Valley, drivers have reported seeing cars racing, behaving recklessly and harassing other drivers. Racing cars have been spotted on Woodside Boulevard, Gannett Road, Croy Creek Road and on Highway 75, among other locations.

These vehicles may belong to an approximately 20-member group called the 5B_CREW. On its website, meetthecrew.wixsite.com/5bcrew, these cars are referred to as the “best, and the fastest cars around the valley.”

Along with the members’ names, the crew’s domestic and import automobiles are listed. The group also has an Instagram account, @5b_crew.

Detectives in all the Valley’s cities are aware of the group and say they have received numerous complaints and reports of road rage over the course of the last few years.

“There have been numerous incidents, including a high-speed crash into parked cars,” Steve Harkins, Blaine County sheriff, said. “It’s a top priority. It puts people in jeopardy. We’re on the lookout.” tws

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Empty Bowls Event To Raise Funds For The Hunger Coalition

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On Sunday, Jan. 21, Fly Sun Valley Alliance will host Ski for Air Service Day on Bald Mountain. Lift tickets will cost just $50, and are for sale at the Valley’s sports stores, as well as at the Limelight Hotel in Ketchum and Elevation Sports in Twin Falls.

There will also be 50 percent discounts on rentals and demos that day and on select lodging. For more information, visit flysunvalleyalliance.com.

Chamber Award Nominations Being Sought

Nominations for The Chamber’s 2018 Community and Business awards are now being accepted at tinyurl.com/yaqnnlxx through Friday, Jan. 19. The nominee must be based in the Wood River Valley. All nominees, except those for Best Community Service, must be members in good standing with The Chamber. Nominees will not be placed on the ballot if they have won in a specific category in the past three years.

Boulder Mountain Clayworks, The Hunger Coalition and the Presbyterian Church of the Big Wood will host the eighth annual Empty Bowls event from 12–2 p.m. Sunday, Jan.14, at the Presbyterian Church of the Big Wood, in Ketchum.

During this quintessential community event, guests purchase locally made ceramic bowls, then fill the bowls with homemade soups, salads, chili, bread, and dessert, donated by Wood River Valley-based chefs and caterers. There will be more than 300 handcrafted and hand-painted bowls from local artisans to select from this year.

“Empty Bowls is a great way to give back to our community over the shared joy of a good meal,” Jeanne Liston, executive director of The Hunger Coalition, said. “This event raises critical funds that go directly toward the purchase of healthy food for these families. It is a pleasure to partner with Boulder Mountain Clayworks and Church of the Big Wood on this feel-good community event.”

Liston added that The Hunger Coalition recently matched its all-time record of 159 families accessing its services in one week.

Empty Bowls is held at the Presbyterian Church of the Big Wood’s cafeteria and will offer dishes from such restaurants and caterers as Bigwood Bread, CK’s Real Food, Esta at Club 511, The Grill at Knob Hill, The Haven, Ketchum Grill, Perry’s, Rasberrys, Sawtooth Club, Sun Valley Company, Warfield, and many more.

Everyone is encouraged to bring family and friends to Empty Bowls and enjoy a memorable and meaningful meal.

Admission price is the purchase of a $20 bowl.

For more information, contact The Hunger Coalition at (208) 788-0121.

Marsy’s Law Campaign Names Chairs In All 44 Idaho Counties

Marsy’s Law for Idaho, a campaign to establish equal rights for crime victims, now has the leadership and commitment from a diverse group of leaders in every county across the state.

There are 44 county chairs helping to build grassroots support for the proposed constitutional amendment, including Sarah Busdon of Blaine County. The roster of local-level chairmen includes

Ruben Castanos, the 5B_CREW’s purported leader, drives a Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 similar to the one shown above. Castanos’s ride is Diablo sport tuned and has a cold-air intake and custom tire stickers, according to the group’s website. Public domain photo, accessed via Wikimedia Commons

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crime victims, victim advocates, law enforcement leaders, ranchers and college students.

“Marsy’s Law for Idaho is focused on helping crime victims in every corner of the state,” said Rep. Brent Crane, R-Nampa. “We’re pleased to have on-the-ground leaders fanned out statewide and engaged with friends and neighbors on the importance of taking victims’ rights to the next level.”

Marsy’s Law for Idaho was endorsed by the Idaho Sheriffs’ Association, the Fraternal Order of Police, various legislative leaders, the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance, the Idaho Victim Witness Coordinators Association and other non-government victim advocacy organizations.

Written by Idahoans for the state’s specific needs, Marsy’s Law would update and build upon the Victims’ Rights Amendment approved by voters in 1994. The version to be introduced in the 2018 Legislature would require victim notification in cases when an offender escapes or absconds probation and parole. It give victims the right to confer with prosecutors and put victims’ rights on equal footing with those of the defendants.

Last month, Marsy’s Law for Idaho released the findings of an economic analysis focused on potential costs of implementing the law. Researchers determined the cost would be minimal, at about $553,000 annually. But they also concluded costs would likely be much lower as local government found ways to share resources.

Candidates To Make Presentations At Community Campus

On Saturday, Jan. 13, the Blaine County Republican Central Committee with Blaine County Republican Women will hold a brunch and presentation by more than a dozen Republican candidates for Governor, Lt. Governor, Treasurer, Secretary of State, Controller, Attorney General and Superintendent of Public Instruction.

The candidates will meet informally with voters during brunch and an auction at 9 a.m., followed by speeches during a forum at 10 a.m. This will begin with gubernatorial candidates Tommy Ahlquist, Rep. Raul Labrador and Lt. Governor Brad Little. The cost is $30 per person. For reservations, call Julie Lynn at (208) 303-7046 or email gopblaineidaho@gmail.com.

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NEWS CRIME & COURTS

JUDGE DISMISSES CASE AGAINST CLIVEN BUNDY, SONS Future Uncertain In Case Against Two Idahoans

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he case against Nevada rancher Cliven Bundy, two of his sons, Ammon and Ryan, and a supporter, Ryan Payne, of Montana, was dismissed on Monday, Jan. 8, in Clark County, Nev. The case has been ongoing since April 2014 when Bundy and supporters protested against the Bureau of Land Management after the federal department rounded up Bundy’s cattle after grazing fees had gone unpaid for more than two decades. As well, Bundy ignored repeated orders to vacate the public land. Bundy, 71, was incarcerated in Clark County for 700 days.

Federal District Court Judge Gloria M. Navarro dismissed the case after it was revealed that the prosecutors, led by federal prosecutor Stephen Myhre, withheld evidence and behaved with “flagrant misconduct.”

In fact, the evidence showed that the BLM launched a militaristic and aggressive campaign against the Bundys despite the fact that federal officials had said he would behave peacefully.

There is evidence they abused that rancher’s son, ringed the Bundy ranch property with snipers, and spied on the family with hidden cameras. Bundy pitted his long disagreement with the BLM as a public land issue.

The standoff trials were spilt into three separate tiers, with the Bundys in the penultimate and most egregious stage. The

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first two tiers went through trials last year, resulting in various pleas and sentences for those involved, including four men from Idaho—Scott Drexler of Challis, Todd Engle of Boundary County, and Steve Stewart and Eric Parker of Hailey.

Originally charged with conspiracy, extortion, carrying weapons and threatening federal officers, Drexler and Parker pled guilty in October 2017 to a misdemeanor charge of obstructing a court order and will not serve Stop additional time in prison, getting credit for time served. The second trial resulted in a deadlocked jury.

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Stanley Library To Hold Birthday Celebration

The Stanley Community Library will host a birthday party to celebrate five years in its new facility. All are welcome to come enjoy champagne, cake, and reminiscing, from 2-4 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 18.

For many years the Stanley Community Library thrived solely through volunteer efforts and assistance from the Idaho State Library (now the Idaho Commission for Libraries) and Eastern Idaho Regional Library. Funding came through donations and option tax money from the City of Stanley.

In May 1998, the community of Stanley voted to form a library taxing district and moved the library again, to a small rented house on Ace of Diamonds Street.

After an extensive fundraising campaign, the library moved into its new, custom-designed facility in Stanley Town Square in January 2013. The building and property were entirely paid for with private funds from many generous donors in the Sawtooth Valley, Wood River Valley, and beyond.

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Women’s March On Idaho Anniversary Event Will Be Held In Boise

Last year, the Women’s March on Idaho brought thousands of Idahoans to the streets of Boise.

This year, on Sunday, Jan. 21, on the Idaho State Capitol Building steps, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., People for Unity will mark the one-year anniversary of the largest march in Idaho’s history.

This event will recognize the success as a community over the past year but also emphasize that the fight is far from over; it’s a marathon, not a sprint, said Colette Raptosh, organizer of the 2017 March.

The event will take place outside the Capitol Building with speeches by the newly elected Boise City Council woman Lisa Sanchez, Capital High School activist Fanisee Bias, Mistie Tolman from Planned Parenthood, and Nicole LeFavour, a former Idaho state representative.

There will be booths from AAUW, Planned Parenthood, and many more organizations. This event will also be the release of an inspirational coffeetable book of the comical and powerful signs and posters from last year’s march. All proceeds from this event will go to the Women’s and Children’s Alliance.

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Salmon To Benefit From New 2018 Spill Regimen

According to Idaho Rivers United, a dam operations regime adopted Monday by a federal court in Portland, Ore., will benefit future generations of salmon and steelhead.

U.S. District Court Judge Michael Simon approved the plan for increased spill at eight dams on the Columbia and Snake rivers.

The plan was developed in response to the court’s April 2017 order requiring the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to spill more water through spillways (as opposed to through turbines) to protect endangered salmon and steelhead.

“This past year’s salmon returns were the worst we’ve seen in decades,” said Kevin Lewis, IRU executive director. “Our salmon need help immediately. We know that the more a river works like a river, the better it is for salmon and steelhead. That’s the basic premise behind spill.

“Dam removal is the surest way to restore our salmon and steelhead, but letting water pour over spillways better emulates the way a natural river would work. Science has proved that it boosts salmon survival.”

Voluntary spill was first required during the spring and summer months at eight federal dams in 2006. The new spill plan requires as much spill as is allowed under current state water quality rules for total dissolved gas. Higher spill helps juvenile salmon migrate past the dams more quickly and safely. It’s proved to result in higher adult returns in the years that follow.

“There is no real scientific dispute that voluntary spill to the level required by the court will avoid harm to juvenile salmon,” Todd True, Earthjustice attorney and the lead attorney for IRU and allied organizations. “In addition, this spill order has been carefully crafted to avoid any unintended negative consequences to navigation and other resources. In fact, it is very likely that spill at higher levels would afford additional salmon survival improvements.”

The irony to the spill plan developed jointly by federal agencies is that the federal government has simultaneously filed an appeal of Simon’s ruling to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. The appeal is on an expedited schedule and is expected to be resolved before the official beginning of the 2018 salmon migration season.

Funds Are Available From Idaho Curb Ramp Program

Individual grants of up to $60,000 are available to Idaho organizations statewide through a competitive application process ending March 2 for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Curb Ramp Program. In total, the Idaho Transportation Department will allocate $500,000 of state funds for this program.

Local jurisdictions (cities, counties and highway districts) and tribal governments are eligible to apply. Applications are available on the Idaho Transportation Department website at itd.idaho.gov/ alt-programs, under the ADA Curb Ramp Program tab on the lefthand side of the page.

The goal of the program is to partner with local agencies to provide accessible facilities for all pedestrians, especially those with disabilities.

Those applying in 2018 should be prepared to begin construction in May 2019. Project construction must be completed within two years of the execution of the Cooperative Agreement.

The Idaho ADA Curb Ramp Program is a state-administered program providing funding for projects to build or correct curb ramps on the state highway system.

Applications are evaluated by ITD, the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council and the Idaho Division of the Federal Highway Administration.

Send completed applications to ITDAltContracting@itd.idaho. gov.

Spend A Day At The Capitol

A Day At The Capitol will be held beginning at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6. According to an Idaho Women in Leadership release, this event is an “opportunity to learn more about the legislative process and the issues women care about.”

The event will include a legislative learning session, attendance at committee hearings and House and Senate sessions, along with a lunch and panel discussion at the Zions Bank building at 8th and Main streets in Boise. The cost is $20 per person to pay for the included lunch. To reserve a seat, visit i-wil.com/shop.

Subscribe to the Idaho Women in Leadership Facebook page to stay up to date about the event.

Discover The Vision Of Sun Valley Institute

The Sun Valley Institute will host two “tours” of its mission from 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, and 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, at its offices at 631 Second Street, Suite 204, in Ketchum.

The Institute was formed in 2015 in the wake of two devastating wildfires that threatened Blaine County communities and exposed the Valley’s vulnerabilities to massive change. The Institute works to address risks and turn them into opportunities to increase quality of life in the areas of food, energy and environmental adaptation, including fire.

For more information, call (208) 928-7873 or inquiries@sunvalleyinstitute.org.

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Tyler Ramsey will take the stage at the Sun Valley Opera House at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, as part of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts’ 2017–2018 Performing Arts Series. Photo courtesy of Sun Valley Center for the Arts

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ty for these students.”

This program is supported by Scott Miley and Jane Rosen and, in part, with funds for International Guitar Night and Socks in the Frying Pan, provided by the Western States Arts Federation, the Idaho Commission on the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, and The Center’s members, donors and annual Wine Auction participants.

All seats are reserved for this special concert, and spots are filling up quickly. Tickets for Center members are $25 for standard seating and $50 for premium seating. Tickets for nonmembers are $35 for standard seating and $60 for premium seating.

Students can reserve seats for

Tyler Ramsey. Photo courtesy of Sun valley Center for the Arts

$12.50 in standard seating or $25 2017–18 Performing Arts Series, in premium seating. For more in- visit sunvalleycenter.org or call formation and to purchase tickets (208) 726-9491. tws for this and other events in the

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enowned singer/songwriter and folk rock multi-instrumentalist Tyler Ramsey, from Ashville, N.C., will take the stage at the Sun Valley Opera House at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, as part of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts’ 2017–2018 Performing Arts Series. The concert is expected to sell out.

Equally at home playing guitar, piano, keyboards, bass or percussion, Ramsey is best known as a talented fingerstyle guitarist and a skilled singer/songwriter with Band of Horses.

“After years of trying to get Band of Horses to stop in Sun Valley for a summer concert, we snagged what we think is an even more exciting opportunity—having Tyler Ramsey all to ourselves,” said Kristine Bretall, The Center’s Director of Performing Arts.

Early on, Ramsey studied country-blues guitarists like Mance Lipscomb and Mississippi John Hurt, and American fingerstyle guitarists in the school of John Fahey and Leo Kottke.

His exposure to these guitarists and their music helped to solidify his own unique sense of melody and song forms.

Between 2007 and 2017, Ramsey played lead guitar for Band of Horses and contributed to their 2010 Grammy-nominated album, Infinite Arms. Taking advantage of brief times off the road, Ramsey finished his fourth solo album and in May of 2017 announced his departure from the band after 10 years. His new songs are lush and full, and realized with help from a list of friends old and new, adding gorgeous vocal harmonies, strings and guitar counterpoints.

Ramsey’s latest album will be released in early 2018.

“His quietly passionate perfor-

mances rivet audiences, and we look forward to introducing him to our evening audience as well as to guitar students from around the Valley,” Bretall said.

As part of The Center’s commitment to enhancing arts education for local students, all the performers appearing in the 2017–2018 Performing Arts Series will work in Wood River Valley schools as part of The Center’s Professional Artist Residency Program.

“We will gather about 25 guitar students from Community School, Wood River High School and Silver Creek High School to experience an hour-long private workshop with Tyler,” Bretall said. “It’s an exciting opportuni-

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Deep scarlet clouds soar over Bald Mountain at sunset on Thursday, Jan. 4. This photo was taken with an iPhone 8, looking from Sun Valley. Courtesy photo by Rich Puddicombe

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PET COLUMN NO BONES ABOUT IT THE “WEEKLY” FISHING REPORT FOR JANUARY 10 - 16, FROM PICABO ANGLER

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far more interesting week of weather is upon us.

The constant drone of high pressure is being supplanted by short stretches of low pressure. This should really turn on the winter fishing, especially when it comes to dry-fly activity as well as Streamer action on the Creek.

Silver Creek fish respond very well in the wintertime to low light and slightly turbid water.

It is a great opportunity for the river’s biggest fish to get out in the open undetected and to forage for baitfish. If you fish Streamers, forgo the weight and fish just under the surface. You’ll see the chase and the strike nine times out of 10. Keep in mind the Creek is only open to catchand-release fishing downstream from the Highway 20 bridge.

The Big Wood is highly affected by low- and high-pressure systems in the winter. Much like Silver Creek, the darker days can also turn the fish on, as they feel safer out in the open without being exposed to predators under the bright light. If you can’t find rising fish under the low light provided by some cloudy days, then get your Streamers out. Fish olive colors on the swing with a tight line and let the fish hook themselves out of pure aggression.

If you want a dry-fly opportunity, look for fish rising midday between Hailey and Ketchum.

Find that slow-moving, hip-deep water. The heavier the foam line, the better, and especially the foamy back eddies. Watch for fish to slide up the runs as the hatches progress.

Typically, we like to fish dries in tandem. Use a Griffith’s Gnat or Parachute Adams as your lead fly, mainly as a gauge so you can find your tiny rear fly. Make the rear fly a Trailing Shuck pattern like the Tie-Down Midge. Then we play the one-foot rule: If a fish rises within a foot of the fly you can see, then set the hook.

You should catch a few fish using that technique. You can do this on all our area waters in the wintertime. It is an effective way to fool fish when the light and the bug size are working against you.

Keep praying for snow, as the season is getting shorter and shorter. We are certainly going to need some more precipitation if we want to see last year’s healthy systems continue to be flush with water.

Happy fishing, everyone!

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BY FRAN JEWELL

THE FINICKY EATER

ood is an incredibly important thing to a dog—usually. A dog that eats well and is “food motivated” is much easier to live with for many reasons.

In training, food becomes a very good paycheck for doing a good job. (Yes, dogs need a paycheck just like we do when we do a good job!)

Food is not a bribe if the dog works for that tasty morsel. What makes training harder is a dog that doesn’t care much about food. When we train, a dog’s “paycheck” must be something he values and he does not have easy access to. For us humans, giving food as a paycheck becomes a huge advantage; food is easy for us to control—much easier than toys.

In a dog’s world, food comes from the leader. So, giving a dog a treat for a good job puts us human handlers/owners in a very important position of respect in the dog’s eyes. A dog that does not respect his owner will not listen. This is one of the chief complaints I hear: “My dog won’t listen to me!” Or, “My dog won’t come when he is called!” Usually, the reason for that is that the dog either was not formally taught those behaviors and properly proofed, or the dog does not respect his owner. Controlling the dog’s food is one way to gain his respect right away!

Many times, we humans get worried if our dog doesn’t eat when we put his meal down, so we leave it out, hoping our dog will eat more later. While this seems logical, it is not the best way to get a dog to eat his food. He now becomes a finicky eater and food paychecks become less important to him, making

training more difficult.

The solution? There can be many. First, check to see that your dog is eating a quality dog food. Many dog foods contain a plethora of grains, which can become moldy in a dogfood bag even before you bring it home. Some foods can contain meats that come from questionable sources. In a nutshell, the food can be rancid so your dog doesn’t WANT to eat it.

What is most difficult for us, but usually most successful for the dog, is to feed your dog regular meals. Once your dog walks away from the dish, you take the dish away until the next meal. It seems counterintuitive, but in most cases this works.

When training, sometimes, feeding a dog only when he works for it will increase his motivation. Each day at mealtime, put his food in a bowl. Holding the bowl, have him work for his meal handful by handful by doing sits, downs, watch, etc. When the food comes from your hand, it can greatly increase your relationship with your dog and teach him better eating habits.

While it may seem mean to us, controlling the things that are important to dogs, especially food, can positively influence the way a dog sees you, increase his motivation to listen to you, and help him have better eating habits.

Fran Jewell is an Idaho Press Club award-winning columnist, IAABC-certified dog behavior consultant, NADOI-certified instructor #1096 and the owner of Positive Puppy Dog Training, LLC, in Sun Valley.

We can influence finicky eaters in a positive For more information, visit positivepuppy. way by asking our dog to work for each regular com or call (208) 578-1565. meal. Here, Kalidor works for the food in his bowl: “Down” and “Watch.”

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BY LESLIE REGO

ull moon events continue.

January is a “blue moon month,” which means it is bracketed by full moons on the first day and the last day of the month. This happens once every two to three years.

January is a particularly unusual month this year because the full moon on Jan. 31 will also be a night of total lunar eclipse. February will not have a full moon. This is an even more rare event that happens only once every 19 years. The next time there will not be a full moon in February will be 2037!

February is the only month that can lack a full moon. And to cap it all off, March will also have two full moons, on the 1st and the 31st!

The first full moon in January is known by several different names. It is referred to as the Full Wolf Moon, a reference to the days when wolf packs howled close to Native American villages. It is also known as the Old Moon or the Moon After Yule.

The second full moon is referred to as the Blue Moon. But, the full moon on Jan. 31 is also known as the Full Snow Moon, a name generally reserved for full moons in February when it is very likely that the land is covered with snow.

On New Year’s Day, I left the house at 6:15 in the morning to see the full moon. My first stop was just beyond my driveway,

Leslie Rego, “Full Moon over Big Mama,” pencil.

at a little turnoff, to observe the moon over Big Mama. I sketched in the darkness, making quick notations for the mountain, the trees, and the placement of the moon. I also marked with dots the arrangement of the three stars that surrounded the glowing orb. I had to feel my way over the paper, guessing where to set down my pencil marks.

Next, I drove north to the SNRA. The moon accompanied me, visible from the driver’s side of the car as it hovered over the Smoky Mountains. Depending on the angle and height of

the mountains, the moon danced behind trees or loomed over the peaks. The sky was completely clear. More stars were on display alongside the moon.

I seem to never tire of the full moon. I love observing the moon’s pilgrimage. One instance the moon is in open space, the next it peeks out from behind some pine trees as it travels its inexorable journey across the sky.

Eventually, the moon touches just the top of the mountain, a ball barely balanced on the edge of the ridge. Then the moon con-

tinues to sink. The ridge of the mountain etches itself against the stark white globe. As the moon sets, more and more of the mountain enters the sphere until the upper edge of the moon is only a slim curve over the top of the range. And then, as I sit and watch, in one instance, the moon disappears.

Leslie Rego is an Idaho Press Club award-winning columnist, artist and Blaine County resident. To view more of Rego’s art, visit leslierego.com

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SPONSORED FEATURE STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

For one thing, every single student I have interviewed has been truly polite to me and grateful t this season, my glad tidings are not nec- for the chance to be heard. Each student has coessarily associated with the holidays but operated fully with me in terms of schedules and rather with something that has become a time, has shown up when expected, and has been renewed source of joy to me. open to talking about often-difficult questions.

I imagine most of us have received a new asOne truth about current students is that they signment in our work or personal lives with some have to learn so much more than I did. Many of trepidation, not knowing if it would them are studying math and science be what we imagined, be the cause courses way beyond the expectaof too much work, or be unsuitable tions I had and taking AP classes: for our particular skills. This was they say they enjoy the challenge. my fear when I was given the new I am also impressed with the writing task of interviewing Blaine time they spend on sports and the County School District students for outdoors, in extracurricular activThe Weekly Sun’s feature called ities and, more notably, by volunStudent Spotlight. In addition to teering for many of the nonprofits the new demands of my time, I was that pepper our Valley. Whether following in the footsteps of a writby walking Shelter dogs, tutoring er who has worked this “beat” for younger kids, or working at fundmany years. I wasn’t sure if I could raisers, most want to take what fill his shoes. they have already learned and use However, after some wasted time JoEllen Collins—a longtime the skills to improve their world and stumbles, I have discovered resident of the Wood River after graduation. They are more that this is an almost ideal task for Valley— is an Idaho Press likely optimists and idealists rather Club award-winning columme. The time I spend talking with nist, a teacher, writer, fabric than pessimists and cynics. They students for the feature is one of the artist, choir member and choose to seek meaningful lives. most pleasant times of my current unabashedly proud grandma By the way, I did not find any life. I have always had faith in the known as “Bibi Jo.” of my subjects tied unduly to their students over my teaching career, phones or to technological gadgets. but now that I am not involved with them on a Rather, they are excited about this rapidly changfull-time basis, I am appreciating the chance to ing world and are grateful for the good start they maintain my optimism about this generation. have had in our nurturing Valley.

Each encounter with a student (usually a seIf you are depressed about the state of the nior) at Wood River or Carey High School is an world, take a few minutes to sit down with a local unexpected adventure in learning of the rich lives teenager. You will be impressed and more posiand goals of high-schoolers, often the subjects of tive about what lies ahead. derision or misunderstanding by the larger world tws ignorant of the reality of teenagers these days.

Lance Verst playing the cello in Sun Valley. Photo courtesy of Vicky Verst

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BY HARRY WEEKES

was playing hockey last week when a former student of mine, who had played in the game before me, leaned into the plexiglass and yelled, “Hey Harry, what kind of bird is that?”

I got a good chuckle as I headed to the bench. I was reminded of something Simon Barnes wrote in a wonderful little book called “How to Be a (Bad) Birdwatcher.” In it, he said, “I don’t go birding, I am birding.” In other words, birding is a state of being.

Now, I will be the first to admit, I am not an avid birder, except in the sense that I am always on the lookout for birds. Or, rather, if there are birds, I look at them. And as a colleague of mine noted, “Birds are the wild animals you see most often.”

Since this is true, it means that I always get to turn and twist my head, craning to see some little flash or wondering what just streaked into the woods.

This time, it was the Bohemians; Bohemian waxwings, that is. These are the birds that amass in their tight flocks, who undulate through the sky, who alight on trees laden with dry fruit, and who make you realize that birds purr. Or these do. Whether it’s a persistent low-level chirr coming from the flock atop the cottonwoods on Broadford Road, or the similar chit-chat in the flock that looks like a group of wafflecones sitting in the aspens on Hiawatha, Bohemian waxwings keep a consistent back and forth going with their flock members that sounds to me like a warm purr.

Very rarely do I see any bird in total—never getting a long enough look to take them all

The Bohemian waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus) is a starling-sized passerine bird that breeds in the northern forests of Eurasia and North America. Photo accessed via wikimedia commons

in. And the waxwings are no exception. I know their smart little caps, their dark masks, and their cool brown bodies from intermittent sightings, aggregated over time. This year, I added the look of their cadmium yellow tail bars, the ones that seem to glow as they float overhead.

There is a wonderful amalgamation that happens with birds. While each sighting may be mere moments, it is the accretion of those moments that paints a picture of a bird. So just as I was thinking I would turn my attention to mammals, our avian friends, not unlike Michael Corleone’s family, “keep pulling me in.”

From the field to the computer, I get to learn more, something to add to my previous sightings and to look for in future ones. So now, when these denizens of the Holarctic realm next sail past, I know to look for the waxy drops of red on their secondaries.

As is often the case when

one mystery is explained, another emerges. For Bohemian waxwings chirr as a means of keeping in contact with their flockmates. Because they lack any real territoriality, this murmuring replaces what other passerines are known for—a song.

A purr for a song—what an interesting behavioral exchange.

Harry Weekes is the founder and Head of School at The Sage School in Hailey. He has lived in the Wood River Valley and within five miles of the same mountain for the last 46 years.

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BY JOELLEN COLLINS

ance Verst, a senior at Wood River High School, describes himself as a reliable person because he usually completes what he starts. Verst tests this quality by his dedication to his studies and to the music programs available to him.

“I actually like working, practicing, doing my best in my senior year, and also finding opportunities to help others at school, in the community and at my church,” he said.

Verst has most enjoyed his classes in math and science.

“I especially found AP Music Theory to be a tough but rewarding challenge,” he said, “but my math skills aided in my understanding.”

Verst’s life is filled with music.

“I have played cello since I was six years old and took lessons at the Sun Valley Summer Symphony music camp for 10 years,” he said. “My local training has been exceptional, and now that my teacher, Miss Ellen Sanders, is working with students here at the high school, it couldn’t be better.

She plays cello with the Sun Valley Summer Symphony and has devoted her time to contributing to a healthy string program in the Wood River Valley.”

Verst also sings with the B-Tones, an all-male choral group at the high school. Just last year the B-Tones took first place in a large music competition, the Heritage Festival, in Anaheim, Calif.

“Another example is that because of the school, its excellent music program, and the extracurricular training available to me,” said Verst, “I was able to finish in 10th place in vocal solo performance in the Idaho Music

Educators’ Association competition last year. I am a baritone.”

Verst is from a family of eight.

“My parents believed that all of us should learn an instrument, so they are thrilled that I have kept up my cello playing and that I have people in my life like Miss Sanders and R.L. Rowsey, my mentor and the director of the B-Tones. I thank them and so many of my other teachers.”

Currently, Verst is a member of the Harriman Quartet, a unique student string ensemble of four Wood River High School seniors who have played with Time for Three. The Sun Valley Summer Symphony commissioned Time for Three to compose several works, and the Harriman Quartet performed with them in concert last week to celebrate the musicians’ three-year residency with the Symphony.

Verst will apply to colleges that will provide expert instruction in his desired major, music performance.

“I am hoping to attend Whitworth, my brother’s college, or Wheaton, both of which have excellent music programs for my interests,” he said.

Ultimately, Verst would like to be a surgeon.

“This would be a perfect fit for me, as I enjoy the prospect of the hard work it takes to help others as a doctor, and the joy of helping people by giving them music,” he said. “I am an optimist who never loses hope.”

Editor’s Note: Anyone who would like to recommend a Blaine County School District student for The Weekly Sun’s “Student Spotlight” feature should contact JoEllen Collins at joellencollins1@gmail.com. tws

This Student Spotlight brought to you by the Blaine County School District

Our mission is to inspire, engage, educate, and empower every student.

The distinctive red wing tips of the Bohemian waxwing. Photo accessed via Wikimedia Commons

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Senior Connection new associate executive director Jovita Piña would like to hear from Center members and the community at large about desired programs and services that can help you navigate and enjoy longevity.

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t’s likely that most of us have made New Year’s resolutions. It’s also likely that these resolutions are the same ones that we make year after year—and break year after year. Sometimes we lack the willpower or the interest to continue. Can we do better?

The Senior Connection offers some great options for you. Have you resolved to get more exercise? We have a low-impact class called Fit & Fall Proof on MondayWednesday-Friday each week at the Center. It’s a good way to improve balance and stability, at no cost. There is a nice social element to the class, and most participants come all three days. We also have a more intense program called Member Fitness, including a circuit class once a week in our exercise room. Personal trainer Casey Scherer runs the class, on Thursdays at 1:15 p.m.

A fitness membership costs only $50 per year, and you can use the equipment as often as you’d like, Monday through Friday. Exercising with others, meeting your friends to work out, or simply having a facility that’s readily available can all contribute to your success in getting fit in 2018. Call Barb at (208) 788-3468 for information.

Maybe you’ve resolved to eat healthier foods or lose weight.

The Senior Connection offers a wide variety of options on the daily menu. There is a salad bar full of healthy choices, as well as fresh fruit and homemade soup. The two daily entrées vary widely in ethnicity. Chef Erik can help you choose the

foods that are best for your meal plan. We also have occasional visits from a nutritionist.

You can improve your mental health by reducing stress.

Social activities, exercise and eating well may reduce anxiety.

The Senior Connection offers afternoon card games, bingo on Tuesdays and a pool table.

Singing, especially with others, has been proven to increase our happiness and keep our minds sharp. We love our seasonal sing-alongs, and the community is invited to join us. We also encourage you to volunteer at the Center—it will bring you joy.

By now, many of you have met our talented new employee, Jovita Piña. Jovita has a new project called Fireside Chats to be held the first Friday of the month. The next Chat will be held on 12:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 2. She plans to hold a Chat at least once a month, with participants seated around the fireplace in big comfy chairs. Jovita is looking for constructive feedback on the Senior Connection’s programs and services.

She welcomes comments, suggestions and requests in a group setting or individually.

Some great suggestions have included onsite yoga and pool tournaments.

Teresa Beahen Lipman, executive director of the Senior Connection, reminds everyone that our facility will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, to honor Martin Luther King’s birthday.

We also will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 25, for a board and staff retreat. Lunch and regular activities will not be offered on those two days.

Happy New Year to all!

Contra dance is a folk dance done in lines of couples facing each other. Photo courtesy of Manon Gaudreau

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Community contra, square dance and potluck

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elebrate the new year with Strings Attached on Saturday, Jan. 13, during a community contra, square dance and potluck at the Grange Hall in Hailey. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with an optional potluck dinner.

Dancing will begin at 7 p.m. and go until 9:15 p.m.

“There are few dancing opportunities in the Valley, especially to dance to live music,” said Manon Gaudreau, event coordinator and treasurer of the Upper Big Wood River Grange. “There are few indoor activities that are open to families where all generations can mingle and enjoy a fun activity that combines moderate and healthy exercise, joviality and lots of laughter. There are few casual activities where singles can come to break isolation in such a friendly atmosphere. For seniors, folk dancing is a great way to maintain their brain function and coordination skills.

We offer all of that in a healthy, fun, community festivity.”

Contra dance is a folk dance that is danced in lines of couples facing each other. The emphasis is on the fun of dancing to live music in a friendly community atmosphere. Contra and square dancing both originated from the same folk dancing roots (English countryside dancing), and share many of the same basic steps.

“The difference is in their form,” Gaudreau said. “In contra dance, couples stand in facing parallel lines, and as the dance progresses, they change their position in the line. A couple will eventually dance with every other couple in the set. In square dance, the form involves eight

Strings Attached will provide live music throughout the evening, with dance moves provided by caller David Quinley. Photo courtesy of Manon Gaudreau

dancers (four couples) usually arranged in a square.”

David Quinley will be the caller for the night. A musician as well as a dancer, Quinley started fiddling and dancing at a tender age and never stopped.

Now a semi-retired teacher in Jerome, Quinley and his band, Strings Attached, love coming to Hailey.

“He called here in the 1990s,” Gaudreau said. “We have had him here with his band for the last three years. He also has called a few summer street dances here in the Valley.”

Other band members include Jon and Jenni Jacobson and Mike McCarthy. The Jacobsons showcase versatility on the fiddle, mandolin, banjo and guitar. Their repertoire of music includes traditional, bluegrass, old-time and Celtic. McCarthy was inspired to play the banjo in the 1970s. His biggest banjo influences are Earl Scruggs, Pete Wernick and Ralph Stanley.

Singles and beginners are welcome to this event. All the steps will be taught for each dance, and no partner is

necessary.

The optional 5:30 p.m. potluck allows people to meet others, mingle and socialize. Glutenfree or other food-sensitive eaters are welcome; label dishes accordingly. Bring wholesome food to share, as well as a plate, fork and water bottle.

“If a guest cannot afford the entry fee, that guest is welcome anyway,” Gaudreau said. “If a guest wishes to drop extra dollars in the basket, that is welcome, too. As usual, we need some volunteers to help sweep and mop the floor clean after the music stops, and we can exchange that time for the entry fee.”

Entrance at the door is $10 for adults, $15 for a family and $5 for Grange members. This event is free for young children and attendance is limited to 70 people. Attendees are asked to wear clean shoes that will not mark the floor.

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EVENTS CALENDAR, CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE GIVE BLOOD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 10 NOON TO 5PM / ST. LUKE’S / KETCHUM National Blood Donor Month has been observed in January since 1970 and recognizes the importance of giving blood and platelets while honoring those who roll up a sleeve to help patients in need. The American Red Cross and St. Luke’s Wood River Volunteer Core Board invite the community to help save lives by donating blood on Jan. 10 in the Baldy and River Run Conference Rooms at St. Luke’s Wood River Medical Center.

To make an appointment or to learn more, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor app, visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code “Ketchum” or call (800) 733-2767. Completion of a RapidPass online health history questionnaire on redcrossblood.org/rapidpass will help speed up the donation process. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.

Individuals who are 17 years old in most states, weigh at least 110 pounds, and are in generally good health are eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years old and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

TAIZÉ SERVICE

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 10

5:30PM / ST. THOMAS CHURCH / SUN VALLEY Taizé services consist of quiet prayer and simple chants. It is a candlelight service that begins and ends in silence. The service lasts about 35 minutes and all are welcome. Call (208) 309-5075 to learn more.

KETCHUM COMMUNITY DINNERS WEDNESDAY JANUARY 10 6-7PM / CHURCH OF THE BIG WOOD / KETCHUM Weekly free hot dinners are provided to anyone who wishes to join. Find Ketchum Community Dinners on Facebook for more information and weekly menu updates.

BROOKS HARTELL WED JAN 10-SAT JAN 13 7-10PM / DUCHIN LOUNGE / SUN VALLEY Enjoy piano music by New York City-based Brooks Hartell at the Duchin Lounge from 7-10 p.m.

TNT THURSDAYS – AGES 10+ THURSDAY JANUARY 11 4-5PM / HAILEY PUBLIC LIBRARY TNT for teens happens every Thursday from 4-5 p.m. Here, kids ages 10 and up meet to play video games. Visit haileypubliclibrary.org to learn more.

MEET & GREET – A.J. BALUKOFF THURSDAY JANUARY 11 5-6:30PM / SAWTOOTH PUBLIC HOUSE / KETCHUM The Blaine County Democratic Party will host a meet and greet with A.J. Balukoff at the Sawtooth Brewery Public House, located at 631 Warm Springs Road, Ketchum. Come for a drink, meet A.J. and learn about his plans.

‘ART INTO ARCHITECTURE’ THURSDAY JANUARY 11 5:30PM / THE CENTER / KETCHUM The Sun Valley Center for the Arts will host the second of two free evening tours of its visual arts exhibition, “Art into Architecture: Frank Lloyd Wright, Archie Teater and Teater’s Knoll,” on Thursday, Jan. 11.

Visitors to the museum in Ketchum are invited to enjoy a glass of wine and take a guided tour of the exhibition with The Center’s curators and gallery guides.

Featuring architectural plans and photographs as well as furniture from the studio and a selection of paintings by Archie Teater (1901–1978), the artist for whom the studio was designed, “Art into Architecture: Frank Lloyd Wright, Archie Teater and Teater’s Knoll” will be on view through Jan. 17 at The Center in Ketchum. For more information visit sunvalleycenter.org or call (208) 726-9491.

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LFA LOOKS FORWARD TO 2018

BY LOCAL FOOD ALLIANCE

Local Food Alliance (LFA) is gearing up for another impactful year by championing local food as a powerful agent of change.

Teaching kids to grow, cook, eat and value fresh food is a priority for a healthy community. To that end, LFA will continue working with the Blaine County Food Council to integrate “edible education” programs into our local schools. Likewise, we will continue our efforts toward school food service that serves the freshest, most nutrientrich food possible, supports local farmers and reflects our community’s values.

When schools, restaurants, hospitals and businesses commit to serving fresh, locally produced food, it promotes the health of students, customers, patients and employees. Over time, it adds up to a significant investment in a sustainable regional food system. In 2018, LFA will work to foster relationships between local restaurants and farmers as an important step toward boosting local food procurement.

We are determined to find ways to overcome food system issues in our community.

Transporting food from smallto mid-scale farms to nearby communities is a conundrum given our current global

system. How these smaller farms prepare their produce for sale—processing—is another major hurdle. And with our relatively short growing season, storing fresh local food for later use is critical. In 2018, LFA will engage national experts to help us create a published Food System Strategic Plan to identify solutions to these and other challenges.

The Wood River Valley has been eating up LFA’s offerings—newsletters, events, local food heroes, and policy news. So coming soon, look for the launch of our new website that will reflect the abundant food community of which we are part, connecting locals and visitors alike to all it has to offer.

For a list of our 2018 Impact Goals, go to localfoodalliance. org.

Local Food Alliance is a nonprofit whose mission is to create a vibrant local food system in the Wood River Valley. For more information, visit localfoodalliance.org.

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The Backcountry Film Festival is produced each year by Winter Wildlands Alliance as a celebration of the human-powered experience and a gathering place for the backcountry snow sports community. Winter Wildlands Alliance is a national nonprofit organization working to inspire and educate the backcountry community to protect and care for their winter landscapes.

Funds raised at each screening stay in the local community to support human-powered recreation and conservation efforts, winter education and avalanche/safety programs and to raise awareness of winter management issues.

Adventure, environment and climate, youth outdoors, ski culture—find it all in this award-winning lineup. This year’s festival features the Idaho project “IDAHO 12VERS,” by Boise native Mark Ortiz.

For a complete film lineup visit backcountryfilmfestival.org. Tickets are $10 at the door or online.

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6-10PM / OPERA HOUSE / SUN VALLEY

RATES (INCLUDING FULL COLOR) Quarter Junior Horizontal (5.78” x 3.875”) - $185 Quarter Junior Vertical (3.8” x 7.875”) - $185 Quarter (5.78” x 7.875”) - $275 Half Page (9.75” x 7.875”) - $475 Full Page (9.75” x 16”) - $675 Advertorials - $55 (250 words plus logo or image, must purchase display ad) Contact Rebecca at 415.377.2992 or harpgirl62@gmail.com

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EVENTS CALENDAR, CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE THE KIM STOCKING BAND FRIDAY JANUARY 12

APRÈS-SKI LIVE MUSIC SAT JAN 13 & SUN JAN 14

9:30PM / SILVER DOLLAR / BELLEVUE

2:30-5:30PM / RIVER RUN / KETCHUM

Enjoy live music this and every Friday night at the Silver Dollar Saloon in Bellevue.

This week, groove to tunes by The Kim Stocking Band.

Hit the slopes and then decompress with tunes from the Jimmy Robb Band at River Run Lodge in Ketchum

SLEIGH RIDES FRI JAN 12-SUN JAN 14 11AM TO 2PM / SUN VALLEY RESORT

‘SUN VALLEY SERENADE’ SUNDAY JANUARY 14 2:30PM / OPERA HOUSE / SUN VALLEY

Experience serenity and sunny skies on a magical sleigh ride through the Sun Valley trails. The one-hour sleigh ride passes by historic sites, such as Hemingway Memorial and Trail Creek Cabin. All sleigh rides start and end at the Sun Valley Nordic Center.

Tickets, $30 for adults and $15 for children 18 and under, may be purchased at the Sun Valley Nordic Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with departures every hour.

Catch a screening of “Sun Valley Serenade” at the Sun Valley Opera House. All tickets are free, and the show begins at 2:30 p.m.

JOE FOS SUN JAN 14-TUES JAN 16

TRACKING WORKSHOP SATURDAY JANUARY 13

7-10PM / DUCHIN LOUNGE / SUN VALLEY

11AM TO 2PM / ERC OFFICE / KETCHUM

Joe Fos entertains with timeless piano music at the Duchin Lounge from 7-10 p.m.

Join the ERC and longtime Wood River Valley resident and tracking extraordinaire, Ann Christensen, for a Winter Tracking Workshop to investigate local winter residents. Ann begins the program at the ERC office (471 Washington Ave. N., Ketchum), introducing participants to local winter animals, their life histories and winter adaptations while laying out some basics about animal tracking. Participants then head outside on a snowshoe tracking adventure through the fields and woods north of Ketchum. Christensen, who studied with famous tracker and author James Halfpenny, has been introducing Valley residents to the secret stories left in the snow for decades.

Novice and experienced trackers of all ages are welcome to participate. Bring snowshoes, warm clothes, water and curiosity. There is a suggested donation of $10/ ERC members and $20/non-members. Space is limited, so pre-registration is encouraged. For more information or to register call (208) 726-4333, email alisa@ercsv.org or visit ercsv.org.

SOUPER SUPPER

MONDAY JANUARY 15

5:30-6:30PM / ST. CHARLES CHURCH / HAILEY Weekly free hot dinners are provided to anyone who wishes to join. St. Charles Catholic Church is located at 313 1st Ave. S., Hailey.

SCIENCE AFTER SCHOOL TUESDAY JANUARY 16 2:15-4PM / ALTURAS ELEMENTARY / HAILEY

‘LINE OF DESCENT’ SATURDAY JANUARY 13 2:30PM / OPERA HOUSE / SUN VALLEY Enjoy Warren Miller Entertainment’s 68th film, “Line of Descent,” at the Sun Valley Opera House at 2:30 p.m. The newest installment in WME’s action sports cinematography pays homage to 68 years of mountain culture and adventure filmmaking.

WME dates back to before skis had edges, and the company strives to concur every edge of winter wonderlands within and without of reach.

This year, watch premiere athletes Tommy Moe, Kalen Thorien, Collin Collins, Lexi duPont, Marcus Caston, Seth Wescott and more as they travel the globe, by land, air and sea, exploring the ties that bind ski culture. Ride along on a stunning cinematic journey traveling near and far, descending some of North America’s deepest lines in Jackson Hole, Montana, Silverton, Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows and Steamboat.

For more information about the film, visit warrenmiller.com.

11TH IDAHO POND HOCKEY

The Environmental Resource Center will offer a six-week outdoor after-school science program, Science After School, at Alturas Elementary School on Tuesdays, starting Jan. 16. The program runs from 2:15-4 p.m. Science After School is a free six-week program that provides fourth- and fifth-grade students opportunities beyond the school day to participate in project-based learning, within the context of natural science, the environment and sustainability issues. ERC staff builds opportunities for students to explore science through scientific research, exploration, collaboration, games, journaling and service learning. All materials, including snacks, are provided.

This session, participants will work on projects related to the local winter landscape. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. For more information on this program or to register a student, contact Alisa McGowan, ERC program director, at alisa@ercsv.org or (208) 726-4333.

SAT JAN 13 & SUN JAN 14

ALL DAY / ATKINSON PARK / KETCHUM Join the community to watch hockey the way it was originally played—outdoors and in the mountains. The 11th Annual Idaho Pond Hockey Classic will take place Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 13-14, at the Christina Potters Outdoor Ice Rink at Atkinson Park. The event is sponsored by the City of Ketchum. Over 30 teams from multiple states are slated to participate in this year’s much-anticipated event. The beginner and intermediate division will start on Saturday at 9 a.m. and the advanced division will begin Sunday at 10 a.m. Locals’ favorite The Suns will return to play in the Sunday division.

The Idaho Pond Hockey Classic is free to spectators and proceeds will benefit local youth recreation programs. Food and beverages will be available throughout the competition. Enjoy Falls Brand brats, non-alcoholic drinks, vegetarian options and more.

For more information about the 11th Annual Idaho Pond Hockey Classic call (208) 726-7820, ext. 100, or email jkearney@ketchumidaho.org. To register a team for the Jan. 10 deadline, visit ketchumidaho.org/registration.

ENGLISH CLASSES

6-8PM / COMMUNITY LIBRARY / KETCHUM The Community Library will host a free English class for adults every Tuesday from Jan. 16 to April 3. For more information call Jenny at (208) 726-3493.

6-8PM / EN LA BIBLIOTECA EN KETCHUM The Community Library todos los martes 16 de enero al 3 de abril. Para más información, llama a Jenny en la biblioteca: (208) 726-3493.

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