Visit McCall Magazine Winter 2017-2018 by McCall Area Chamber of Commerce

VISIT McCALL WINTER 2017-18

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Your Regional Visitors Guide for New Meadows, McCall, Donnelly, and Cascade, Idaho

SAVOR McCALL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

WHAT’S NEW?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

GUIDED SNOWMOBILING. . . . 24

5 QUESTIONS WITH SUMMIT PHOTOGRAPHY. . . . . . 42

Share a meal, share an experience

THE HEALTHIEST COUNTY. . . . . 36

4 exciting additions to winter recreation

WELCOME TO McCALL When you think about winter in McCall, images of outdoor fun fill your head. Skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, soaking in hot springs, you name it! But all that outdoor activity works up an appetite, and exploring McCall’s booming culinary scene can be an adventure all its own. From grab-and-go breakfasts to après ski bites to big, celebratory family dinners, the restaurants in and around McCall are serving up more than delicious food. They are serving up an experience. This issue, we wanted to give some love to all the places that fuel us up for our winter adventures. We invite you to explore all the delicious options then get out there and eat!

WHAT’S INSIDE

SAVOR McCALL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Share a meal, share an experience

EAT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 GUIDED SNOWMOBILING. . . . . . . 24 Feature Trails

Share a meal, share an experience in McCall. The McCall Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau

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STAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 SLICE OF LIFE: THE HEALTHIEST COUNTY. . . . . . . . 36 WHAT’S NEW?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 4 exciting additions to winter recreation

SHOP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 QUESTIONS WITH SUMMIT PHOTOGRAPHY. . . . . . . . PLAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AUTHOR CRAIG VROOM. . . . . . . .

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS. . . . . . . . . . 56 A list of what’s happening this year

LIVE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 PLAN AHEAD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 It’s never too early to plan your winter adventure

AREA MAP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 PARTING SHOT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

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r o v SaMcCALL Share a Meal, Share an Experience By McKenzie Kraemer

Like a song that brings back a memory in vivid detail, food has a special way of marking a moment. While eating is a fundamental part of our every day, it isn’t always just about getting sustenance. Sometimes, food becomes an experience that shapes a story in our life.

Photo courtesy Shore Lodge

Culinary experiences in the McCall area are wide and varied. Perhaps your family celebrates a special occasion with a steak dinner at The Mill. Maybe you reward a day on the slopes with a burger and craft beer at McCall Brewing Company. Or is the Pancake House on your bucket list every time the whole family gets together in McCall? If you ask 10 people what is on their “must eat” list when they are in McCall, you will likely get 10 different answers. Food is personal. But one thing is universally true: when you share a meal, you share an experience. Explore McCall’s culinary offerings and dish up!

Photo courtesy Rupert’s

A WINTER FEAST

Great food plays a leading role in how we celebrate. Birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, weddings, visits from friends and family and vacations are all cause for feasting. Sometimes, finding time to sit back and enjoy a well-prepared meal is reason enough to celebrate.

For an immersive dining experience, we love Rupert’s at Hotel McCall, the Cutwater and The Narrows Steakhouse at Shore Lodge, Steamer’s Steak and Seafood and the Jug Mountain Ranch Clubhouse’s Supper Club. At Rupert’s start with the Bacon Ranch Shrimp Scampi. Jumbo prawns are sautéed in garlic, wine and bacon butter then served hot with fresh baguette slices. For the main course, try the Seared Sea Scallops with sweet corn risotto or the Grilled Beef Tenderloin Filet set atop light, fluffy Idaho russet mashers. Save room for dessert and enjoy hand-crafted confections while taking in the view of Payette Lake. (rupertsathotelmccall.com) Shore Lodge provides several stunning dining options Continued page 8

Photo courtesy Rupert’s

Photo courtesy Shore Lodge

Photo courtesy Jug Mountain Ranch

Photo courtesy Rupert’s

Photo courtesy Shore Lodge

Photo courtesy Jug Mountain Ranch

including the Cutwater and The Narrows Steakhouse. At the Cutwater, we love the Slow Braised Beef Short Ribs and the Pan Seared Pacific Wild Salmon. The Narrows Steakhouse will re-open for business in January 2018. Freshly remodeled, but with the same excellence in food and wine. The Narrows received Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence in 2016 and 2017. This restaurant should be a must-do on your dining list! (shorelodge.com/dining) Steamer’s Steak and Seafood is in the heart of downtown McCall and continues to delight families with their surf and turf menu. Try the Lamb and Trout or the Steak, Shrimp and Scallop Platter. Both bring a mix of harmonious flavors onto one plate. Pair a complimentary vintage with your meal. The knowledgeable servers at Steamer’s in-house wine bar, The Cork, can help you choose the right wine from their extensive selection. (steamersrestaurant.com) In the winter months, the Clubhouse Restaurant at Jug Mountain Ranch serves up a unique weekend dining experience. Each Friday and Saturday evening, enjoy a four-course a la carte meal. Menus rotate each week with selections like Wild Mushroom Risotto to start, Thai Chicken Coconut Soup to follow, and entrée of Honey Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi and a Huckleberry Crumble Square for dessert. Each week offers a choice of two appetizers, soup or salad, three to four entrée selections and two desserts. (jugmountainranch.com/clubhouse-restaurant) Continued page 10

8 Photo courtesy Steamers

wedding photos courtesy of Cimbalik Photography

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Salmon River Brewery Elk Burger

BURGER NIGHT

Who doesn’t love a good old fashioned burger? While it is easy to discount a burger as “boring,” in and around McCall, you will find they are anything but. Seemingly endless combinations of meat, bun, toppings and accompanying sides make this family favorite an easy go-to meal. At Cougar Dave’s in Donnelly, The Cowboy is our favorite burger. Topped with bacon, barbeque sauce, smoked cheddar and onion rings, this dish is both burger and side in one. But don’t let that stop you from ordering a side of garlic or truffle fries. (find Cougar Dave’s on Facebook) For more great pub fare, try Salmon River Brewery’s Black-N-Blue Elk Burger. This third pound elk patty is topped with gorgonzola crumbles, grilled onions, bacon, lettuce, tomato and spicy aioli. Served up with a side of Salmon River’s signature rosemary fries, this burger is oh-so-satisfying. (salmonriverbrewery.com) While most know My Father’s Place as having the best milkshakes around, their burgers are also a pretty big deal. While the Smokejumper and Baconeer are delicious, we have to go with the Nut Burger as our favorite. Add sautéed mushrooms and onions to this perfectly spiced vegetarian option, add a side of sweet potato fries, and we promise you won’t be disappointed. (find My Father’s Place on Facebook) Need a burger after a day of snowmobiling? The Baum Shelter in Warren, Idaho is the perfect stop! Open seven days a week and in the middle of some of the best riding around, stop in for one of “Aunt Margaret’s Famous Burgers.” Stick to a traditional option like the Old-Fashioned or spice things up with the Jalapeño Burger. (baumsheltertoo.com) For those over the age of 21 looking for a quick bite with a great view, the Yacht Club is an easy choice. Their Cheeseburger is a classic; delicious, filling and reasonably priced at just $6. (yacht-clubmccall.com) Continued page 12

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Photo courtesy of Todd Nichols Photography

TACOS

We have a serious obsession with tacos. With t-shirts touting “I love you more than tacos” and “Live every day like it is Taco Tuesday,” it is pretty safe to say these delicious treats will always hold a special place in our hearts. From sweet to spicy, large to small, a good taco can fit any mood or occasion. Pueblo Lindo serves up a huge selection of authentic Mexican cuisine with a delightful side of friendly service. If you need a taco fix, try the Carne Asade Tacos. This trio comes wrapped in a double tortilla and sprinkled with onion and cilantro. (find Pueblo Lindo McCall on Facebook) For 35 years, Southside Grill has been a staple in McCall. Their fresh, high quality ingredients add delicious flavor to every dish. The House and Fish Tacos are always good, but we recommend being a bit adventurous and trying the Mini Calamari Taco Trio. Crisped in rice flour and topped with a refreshing Peruvian cilantro slaw, these tacos are a treat! (southsidemccall.com) The bright and lively décor at KB’s Burrito in McCall is a just a preview of the festive flavors on the menu. Their Famous Fish Tacos come piled high with mahi mahi, cabbage, cabo sauce, salsa and a squeeze of fresh lime. You can also swap out the mahi mahi for shrimp. Either way you go, it is delicious! (kbsburrito.com)

Pueblo Lindo Carne Asada Tacos and KB’s Burritos Famous Fish Tacos

WICH-CRAFT

From a simple PB&J to a decadent deli sub with layer upon layer of flavor, sandwiches have become a staple. And the possibilities are endless. Stack colorful veggies with freshly sliced meat; add a creamy dressing and a few slices of cheese, put it all between two slices of bread and voila! A sandwich is born. With so many options, a quick bite or a light lunch can be different every day. Find fresh ingredients piled high between two slices of mouthwatering specialty bread, baked fresh daily, and you have sandwich perfection. Pick up your order slip at the Evening Rise Bread Company counter, circle the meats, cheeses, toppings and sauces you want then sit back and enjoy. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to add the pickle on the side! (find Evening Rise Bread Company on Facebook) When it is cold outside, there is nothing better than a grilled cheese sandwich to warm you up. Seven Devils Pub at Tamarack Resort puts a twist on this classic. They start with a grilled flatbread and stuff it with melty cheese, heirloom tomatoes, avocados, bacon and sprouts. Plus, you can choose truffle chips, soup or couscous as a yummy side. (tamarackidaho.com) They say variety is the spice of life and variety is what you will find at Subway! With multiple locations in the valley, this one-stop sub shop is always a great on-the-go option. Foot long or flatbread, toasted or traditional, you can build a different sandwich every day of the year. (subway.com) Continued page 14

Evening Rise Bread Company Sandwiches 13

BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS There are morning people and then there are breakfast people. If the smell of crackling bacon and freshly brewed coffee put you in a state of nirvana, you fall into the latter category. Touted as the most important meal of the day, breakfast can take on a life of its own. Whether you are a traditionalist, a lover of baked goods, or like to push the breakfast boundaries, McCall has you covered.

Pancake House Cinnamon Roll

Known for its stunning flowers in the summer, Christmas lights in the winter and plate-sized cinnamon rolls, the Pancake House is an icon in McCall. With a menu that covers everything from pancakes to omelets to benedicts to biscuits and gravy, you won’t have any trouble finding a hearty breakfast here. Oh, and breakfast is served all day so you can enjoy that huge cinnamon roll any time! (mccallpancakehouse.com) Stacey Cakes is more than just icing on the cake. Handmade treats like their famous ginger snaps, salted caramel cheesecake and “twixter” shortbread cookies line the display cases. We recommend you pick up a few sweet treats for later and opt for a delicious piece of quiche for breakfast. The perfectly baked tart crust plays host to a rotating mix of ingredients inspired by the season. (find Stacey Cakes McCall on Facebook) TJ’s Cutting Edge Café is probably best known as the snack stop during hockey games or ice rink events, but it is also a hot spot for breakfast! We love the Bus Driver Scramble with rosemary roasted potatoes, scrambled eggs, cheese, bacon and sausage and the Puck Breakfast complete with buttermilk biscuit topped with a fried egg, your choice of ham, bacon or sausage and covered in country gravy. (tjscuttingedgecafe.com) If you ask a local where to grab a quick, hot breakfast, you will likely be led to the Old Town Station in McCall. Yes, it is a gas station and convenience store. It also has a fabulous food counter that serves up hearty fare to fill you up before your adventures. Try the Moose Toast, loaded with eggs, bacon, sausage and cheese, or the Gravy Train Burrito filled with eggs, hash browns, bacon, sausage and (of course) gravy. (find Old Town Station on Facebook) Continued page 16

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APRÈS SKI (OR RIDE)

Whether you call them appetizers, tapas, or canapés, these small bites are delicious by any name. Indulge in a single order, pair several together to create a colorful meal, or share your favorites family style around the table. When the weather turns wintery, small bites become even more enjoyable après winter fun! Either après or for a mid-day powder break, find lots of hearty selections on the mountain. The Canoe Grill at Tamarack Resort is great for family-friendly casual fare. We love their handmade pizzas and grab-and-go salads. (tamarackidaho.com) Brundage Mountain Resort now has two great spots to ‘apres’ after a day on the slopes. The Mile High Nachos at Smoky’s Bar & Grill have reached legendary status, but some more adventurous options are also available upstairs at the Upper Lot Pub. Try a Ballard & Bacon Skewer or a Smoked Trout Crostini in this newer, adults-only space. (brundage.com) Off the mountain, pair a glass of wine from Bistro 45 with the Tomato Basil & Mozzarella Bruschetta or Baked Brie. Grab one of the house board games or well-worn books and sit back to relax. The cozy atmosphere is ideal after a day in the snow. (bistro45mccall.com)

While sushi may not fit the traditional après ski picture, we would argue that this is one of the best ways to end a long day of fun. The Sushi Bar showcases a perfect view of Payette Lake and some of the best rolls in Idaho. You won’t be able to order just one! We love the Rainbow Roll, the spicy Bonfire and the Sharlie’s Garden, but anything on the menu is sure to please. (sushibarmccall.com) Beer cheese soup. Need we say more? McCall Brewing Company does soup right by combining smooth aged cheese with their fresh ales. It’s delicious on its own or as a starter before your meal. Pair it with any one of the Brewery’s craft beers and you have done après ski right! (mccallbrew.com) Looking for a bit of adventure in your small bites? The Anchor is your place. Find fun options like Pork Thai-quitos, Froggie Pops, and Bacon Artichoke Rice Flour Fritters alongside staples like the Grilled Shrimp Cocktail and Anchor Steamers. (anchor-mccall.com) Continued page 18

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807 N 3rd St, McCall, Idaho

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Forged from over 28 years of tradition, “My Father’s Place” is a family owned and operated restaurant that blends just the right amount of vintage charm, contemporary style and unforgettable tastes to create a dining experience that transcends generations. The menu at “My Father’s Place” boasts some of the best charbroiled burgers, fries and shakes in the great state of Idaho.

901 N. Third St. • McCall, ID • 208 634-4401

303 Colorado Street McCall, Idaho

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KING OF THE GRILL

Steak. The king of meats. Something about a juicy cut of meat, crosshatched from the grill, with a perfectly done center makes grown men swoon. If you are after a Tri-tip, T-bone, New York Strip, Filet Mignon, Rib-Eye, Porterhouse, Tenderloin, Ribs, or Brisket, we have you covered.

Serving McCall & surrounding areas with home-style cooking and a touch of elegance.

BBQ • Seafood Dutch Oven • Desserts

Named for the small mining town that existed in the 1880s where the restaurant now sits, Lardos Grill and Saloon is the local gathering place. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, cold beer and comfort food menu, Lardos is also a fabulous place to get your steak fix. Try the Rib Eye Steak, cooked just the way you like it, or the Choice Prime Rib, served daily starting at 5pm. (lardogrillandsaloon.com)

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The Mill Steakhouse lives up to its name. With selections including the New York, Rib Eye, Medallions and Famous Prime Rib in 8, 10 or 18 ounce cuts, there are plenty of options to keep you satisfied. On top of all that, the ambiance of this eclectic joint makes dining here an unforgettable experience. Sit and swing in an old chairlift chair by the huge open fireplace or stop in on a Friday night to hear piano man Jamie Cope play your requested tunes. (themillsteakhousemccall.com) If a little wood smoke appeals to your taste buds, stop by Incahoots BBQ in McCall. These hearty, home style meals are made from scratch and use locally grown and raised meats whenever possible. Try the Tri Tip topped with homemade sauces like the Cranberry BBQ or the Spicy BBQ. (incahootsbbq.com) Looking for good food, good people and good times? The Intersection BBQ Bar and Grill in New Meadows is the place. The Brisket should definitely be on your list and if you are lucky enough to stop in when it is in stock, the Pastrami is a must. This local favorite is brined and cured for a month before serving. (find the Intersection BBQ on Facebook)

Indoor/Outdoor Dining Take Out • Beer & Wine

208.566.1011 McCall, Idaho

The McCall Golf Course Restaurant has a new name, look and menu! Re-opening in early 2018, the restaurant is undergoing a major overhaul. With its new modern mountain styling, relax in the dining room and enjoy a selection from the new menu. Plans to serve steak, seafood and pub fare mean there is another delicious, affordable option for steak lovers in McCall! (mccallgolfclub.com)

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NOT YOUR AVERAGE CUP OF JOE

Coffee is hands down the most popular beverage in the world. It is hot, it is cozy, it is energizing. Taken straight black or with a myriad of accoutrements, a good cup of joe is like a warm blanket on a cold winter day. We are lucky to have a big variety of coffee shops in McCall. Fogglifter Café in the heart of downtown is a great stop for a morning boost. Sip on drinks made from fresh roasted beans from Landgrove Coffee in Troy, Idaho and munch on light breakfast fare. (find Fogglifter Café on Facebook) Just steps from Legacy Park and Payette Lake, Mountain Java serves up hot drinks in a boutique setting. Peruse artwork from local photographers, browse the selection of mugs, chocolates, gift cards and tea or sign up for the Mountain Vino Wine Club as you sip your java. (find Mountain Java on Facebook) Sometimes you don’t want to get out of your car when the temperature drops outside. Wild River Java lets you stay warm and toasty while you order your cup of joe. Drive right up to the window and order your favorite! (find Wild River Java on Facebook) If you want to enhance your morning ritual, pick up a bag of freshly roasted beans from North Fork Coffee Roasters. As a small-batch roaster, they source seasonally available beans and carefully craft each batch to bring out the fullest flavor. From light to dark, North Fork has a variety to please any palate! (northforkcoffeeroasters.com) Continued page 20

PIE IN THE SKY

A quality slice of pizza is crave-worthy. All that melty cheese layered with meat and veggies atop a perfectly baked crust makes our mouth water. Pizza is a universal comfort food and appropriate at any time of the day (hello leftover cold pizza for breakfast), in any season. Aside from all of this, pizza brings people together. What better way to spend an evening than sharing a pie with the ones you love? Growler’s Pizza Grill is a family owned restaurant sure to please everyone in the group. The dough is handmade fresh daily and topped with delicious combinations of toppings. Pick a specialty pie like the Big Growler, the Payette Lake Supreme, or the Bruschetta Pizza. You can also build your own to order. (growlerspizza.com) The menu at Toll Station Pizza and Pasta is big. You can find everything from burgers to specialty sandwiches to traditional pasta dishes, but here, the pizza is the star. Dine in on a hot and ready pizza like the Zesty Garden, BBQ Chicken, Mac and Cheese Pizza or the McCall Special or pick one up to take and bake at home. (tollstationpizza.com) Crusty’s Pizza is a culture, not just a restaurant. Here, they say “different is better” and it shows in the eclectic mix of weekly live music and the thin sourdough crust they are known for. Selections like the Butcher Block, which comes with pesto, elk sausage, prosciutto, roasted garlic, mushrooms, caramelized onions and blue cheese, and The P&P, a spin on a traditional Hawaiian using prosciutto and pineapple, Crusty’s puts a unique twist on this classic food. (crustysmccall.com)

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Family Friendly Dining

Photo courtesy Brundage Mountain Resort

Serving great food at affordable prices Prime Rib & Seafood Specials Friday & Saturday Nights Full Bar • Local Beers on Tap Pool Table Happy Hour Tuesday - Friday 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM 1/2 Price Appetizers Open Tuesday - Sunday 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM

263 N. Main Street | Donnelly, ID

208.325.4005 Photo courtesy Brundage Mountain Resort

Photo courtesy Brundage Mountain Resort

ADVENTURES IN FOOD

McCall puts a bold spin on dinner. Pairing a rustic setting with elegant fare, the Bear’s Den Dinner After Dark offers an unforgettable adventure for your taste buds. Brundage Mountain has transformed their mid-mountain outpost, the Bear’s Den, into a cozy venue for a spectacular four-course meal after the lifts stop turning. The journey begins by stepping aboard a SnowCat at the base area. The Cat whisks dinner-goers on a short uphill trek to the Bears Den where a warm welcome awaits. Upon arrival, enjoy a complimentary drink (like mulled wine with cardamom-crema) and settle in for a four-course meal featuring seasonal dishes prepared by Executive Chef Devin and team. A wine pairing is included with the meal and there is also a full selection of craft brews, wine, and after-dinner sippers available for purchase. Plan to enjoy the Bear’s Den After Dark at one of several public dinners (including two ‘full-moon’ events) throughout the season or book a private event if you have 12 or more in your group! Please visit Brundage.com/after-dark for upcoming public reservation dates.

The Fine Print: Cost: $129 per person (includes tax and gratuity) Arrival Procedure: Arrive at the Brundage Lodge at 5:30pm. The first SnowCat departs at 6:00pm and dinner service begins at 7:00pm Reservations: Call (208) 315-3080 or email reservations@brundage.com Private Events: Private reservations for groups of 12 or more are available Monday– Thursday during ski season.

Blue Moon Yurt We can’t talk about adventures in food without mentioning the Blue Moon Yurt. This culinary experience takes guests along a trail lit by tiki-torches via cross-country skis or snowshoes to a cozy yurt tucked into the trees. The Blue Moon Yurt has previously operated in Ponderosa State Park. This season, the Yurt is taking a hiatus to revamp their offerings and experience. While the Yurt is not open this year, we are excited to see what the team at Blue Moon Outfitters has in store for the future. We can’t wait for winter 2019! Stay up-to-date on the Yurt by visiting bluemoonyurt.com. Photo courtesy Blue Moon Yurt

EAT

Fogglifter Café

Mountain Java & The Back Room Bar

Growler’s Pizza Grill

The Narrows Steakhouse at Shore Lodge

1003 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5507 501 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7755 www.growlerspizza.com

Incahoots BBQ and Catering

Albertsons

132 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8166 www.albertsons.com

Anchor Restaurant 203 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4665 www.anchor-mccall.com

The Bar at Shore Lodge

501 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2244 www.shorelodgemccall.com/dining/

The Baum Shelter

131 Bemis Gulch Road Warren, Idaho 208-636-4393 www.baumsheltertoo.com

The Intersection BBQ

206 Virginia St. New Meadows, Idaho 83654 208-347-4499

Jug Mountain Ranch Clubhouse Restaurant

The Coffee Shop at Shore Lodge

McCall Brewing Company

214 Lenora St. McCall, ID 83638 208-634-5005 http://crustysmccall.com/

Cutwater Grill at Shore Lodge 501 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 800-657-6464 www.shorelodgemccall.com/dining/

Evening Rise Bread Company 303 Sunset St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5031

The Pancake and Christmas House 209 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5849 www.mccallpancakehouse.com

1101 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8108 www.rupertsathotelmccall.com

616 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5500 www.kbsunvalley.com

1101 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4515 www.bistro45mccall.com

Crusty’s Pizza

303 Colorado St. McCall, ID 83638 719-330-4069 northforkcoffeeroasters.com

KB’s Burritos

600 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8191 www.lardosgrillandsaloon.com

263 Main St. Donnelly, Idaho 83615 208-325-4005

North Fork Coffee Roasters

Pueblo Lindo

Lardos Grill and Saloon

Cougar Dave’s Food and Spirits

501 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2244 www.shorelodgemccall.com/dining/

13834 Farm to Market Rd. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5072 www.jugmountainranch.com/clubhouserestaurant

Bistro 45

501 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 800-657-6464 www.shorelodgemccall.com/dining/

319 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5BBQ (5227) www.incahootsbbq.com

501 Pine St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2027

807 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3309 www.mccallbrew.com

Mile High Marina & Grille

1300 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 Open Memorial Day through Labor Day 208-634-8605 www.milehighmarina.com

The Mill Steak and Spirits 324 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7683 www.themillmccallidaho.com

My Father’s Place 901 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4401

1007 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2270

Rupert’s at Hotel McCall

Salmon River Brewery

411 Railroad Ave. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4772 www.salmonriverbrewery.com

Smoky’s Bar and Grill at Brundage Mountain Resort 3890 Goose Lake Rd. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4151 www.brundage.com

Southside Grill, Kitchen and Cocktails 339 Deinhard Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2128 www.southsidemccall.com

Stacey Cakes

136 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2537

Steamers Steak and Seafood 308 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1411 www.steamersrestaurant.com

Subway of McCall 320 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2855

Subway of New Meadows 505 Virginia St. New Meadows, Idaho 83654 208-347-4000

The Sushi Bar

414 Railroad Ave. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7874 www.thesushibarmccall.com

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Tamarack Resort

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By Lindsey Harris

Standing on one of the endless peaks surrounding Long Valley is a humbling experience, partly because getting there can prove so difficult. In the winter months, backcountry skiers and snowboarders summit these mountains on hi-tech equipment, expending considerable energy reaching the top. Snowmobilers, however, can reach these same elevations with more ease. SnoWest Magazine has called the McCall area some of the Westâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier snowmobiling country. According to the magazine, â&#x20AC;&#x153;with more than 500 miles of groomed trails, and the opportunity to jump off the trail anywhere along the way, there is unlimited riding potential.â&#x20AC;? Perhaps this is why McCall has become a destination for snowmobilers. The vast and diverse riding opportunities available in the region have brought world-class athletes and riders to explore some of the best winter terrain around. Make no mistake about it, world class athlete or not, snowmobiling is a doable sport for almost anyone. Whether you want to rent and ride your own machine or hire a seasoned guide to show you the ropes, the McCall area can now accommodate both options. Continued page 26 Photo courtesy Phil Yribar

CM Backcountry Rentals set up shop in McCall in 2011, and immediately noticed an opportunity to expand the snowmobile market. Similarly, Brundage Mountain Resort, who has been shuttling cat skiers to backcountry locations since the early 1990s, saw an opportunity to reach a broader population of recreationalists. That opportunity was guided snowmobile service. To obtain guide permits on Forest Service land, both businesses had to go through a rigorous permitting process to meet the high standards for training and safety, including avalanche certification for their guides. Because of this extensive training, you can rest easy knowing your guideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s number one priority is safety. In the winter of 2016, both CM Backcountry Rentals and Brundage Mountain Resort secured permits to begin offering guided snowmobile trips in the Payette National Forest, McCall Ranger District. Over the mountain from McCall, Seven Devils Guest Ranch also has a special use permit to offer a guided backcountry snowmobile experience in the Council Ranger District of the Payette National Forest. So what does a guided snowmobile trip entail? First, it means that a permitted, qualified professional rider will guide you into the Idaho backcountry, imparting knowledge and training so you can safely operate your machine. Depending on the experience you are after, this can mean a trip over groomed snowmobile trails, off-trail powder riding or a combination of both alongside your guide. You can ride your own machine or opt for a tandem snowmobile (please call ahead for a tandem machine as these are limited). As the guest, you determine what type of country and what type of riding you would like to do based on your level of comfort. Continued page 28

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For newbies to the snowmobile game or intermediate riders looking to enhance their skills, a guided snowmobile trip is the way to go. Along with improving your riding techniques, these trips also take you to some magical places. We asked CM Backcountry Rentals and Brundage Mountain Resort to share their favorite routes for a sneak peek at what you can expect on your trip. Both trails are also great options for independent snowmobile owners or renters to explore!

Brundage Mountain Resort’s Featured Trail:

Burgdorf Hot Springs Historical Burgdorf Hot Springs is one of the ultimate winter destinations for our region. There are two ways to access the hot springs, either by the Warren Wagon Trail starting at the Francis Wallace parking lot past North Beach or the more scenic path up and over Copet Creek to the west. This is the route Brundage uses for their guided snowmobile trips to Burdgorf. It takes you on the road less traveled with several scenic overlooks to stop and admire along the way.

Photo courtesy Brundage Snowmobile Adventures

The trip starts from the Gordon Titus Parking Lot, also known as Goose Creek Falls High Elevation Parking Lot, located up Goose Creek Road a half mile before you hit Brundage Mountain. From the parking lot, head up Goose Creek Trail past scenic spots like Clowe Point and Brundage Reservoir. At the Brundage Reservoir intersection, take a right turn, heading east over Copet Creek Summit. This route ultimately takes you down to meet the well-trafficked Warren Wagon Road Trail and to the Burgdorf intersection twenty miles from where you meet the main trail. Once you arrive at Burgdorf, soak your chilled bones in the hot, healing waters while watching the steam rise out of the snow. When you feel like you have had your hot water fix, filled up on water and snacks and dried-off enough to put your helmet back on, you will return the way you came. “Venturing into the backcountry can be intimidating if you’ve never done it before,” says April Whitney, communications director at Brundage Mountain Resort. “Many of our guests tell us having the option of sledding with an experienced guide was what made them feel comfortable trying something brand new.”

Map Route: Follow the trail from the Goose Creek High Elevation Parking lot, turn right at A, turn right at B, turn left at C and turn left at D that points you north on Warren Wagon road. Twenty miles up the Warren Wagon Road, you will come to the Burgdorf Junction, where you turn left to the hot springs approximately 2 miles down the road.

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CM Backcountry Rental’s Featured Trail:

GRANITE LAKE

Granite Lake

North of Brundage Reservoir lie dozens of additional trail miles and country to explore. CM Backcountry owner Cody Monroe loves this area for its sweeping terrain, much of which has opened-up over the years from past fires. The scenic views along this route such as Black Tip Point, Fisher Creek Saddle, and of Granite Lake once you reach your destination, make this ride worth every minute. The direct route is groomed, but this area offers plenty of powder stashes for more advanced riders to play in. If you choose CM Backcountry’s guided trips, they include eight hours of guided service. That leaves plenty of time to jump off the main trail and explore some of the epic scenery or try out some of your new skills. “Be open-minded,” says Monroe. “Expect to be challenged in a new way and that you will receive some feedback on how to ride safely and correctly. At the end of the day, you will learn more than you realized.” And have a lot of fun, too!

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BRUNDAGE MOUNTAIN RESORT SKI PERMIT AREA

Map Route: Follow the trail from the Goose Creek High Elevation Parking lot, turn right at A, continue north through the A intersection past Brundage Reservoir, keep right at B until you reach Granite Lake.

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302 N. 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7766 www.accommodationservices.com

Alpine Village Company

616 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3430 www.alpinevillagemccall.com

Aspen Timeshares / McCall Area Timeshares 1607 Davis Ave., #149 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7028 www.mccalltimeshares.com

Bear Creek Lodge

3492 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3551 www.bearcreeklodgemccall.com

Best Western PLUS McCall Lodge & Suites 211 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2230 www.bestwesternmccall.com

Blackhawk on the River

11 Shooting Star Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-630-4825 www.blackhawkontheriver.com

Brundage Bungalows

308 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-473-2894 www.brundagebungalows.com

Brundage Inn

1005 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2344 www.brundagevacations.com

Burgdorf Hot Springs

404 French Creek Rd. (FS#246) Burgdorf, Idaho 83638 208-636-3036 www.burgdorfhotsprings.com

Camp Ida Haven 2595 Eastside Dr. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5922 www.idahaven.org

Camp Pinewood

300 Mission St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5598 www.camppinewood.org

Done Right Vacation Rentals and Property Management 200 Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-0030 www.donerightmanagement.com

Frost Management Company 150 W Roseberry Road Suite 1C Donnelly, Idaho 83615 208-391-3711 www.frostcabins.com

Girl Scouts of Silver Sage Council, Inc. Camp Alice Pittenger 2111 Pilgrim Cove McCall, ID 83638 208-377-2011 www.girlscouts-ssc.org

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McCall Cabins

305 E Park St., Suite D McCall, Idaho 83638 208-630-5045 www.mccallcabins.com

McCall Campground and RV Park 190 Krahn Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5165 www.mccallcampground-rvpark.com

McCall Property Services/McCall Outfitters 204 Lenora St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-630-6257 www.mccalloutfitter.com

McCall RV Resort 200 Scott St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5646 www.grapvine7.com

McCall Super 8

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Mundo Hot Springs and RV Park 3016 Goodrich Rd. Cambridge, Idaho 83610 208-257-3849 www.mundohotsprings.com

Paradise Point Episcopal Church Camp 2755 Eastside Dr. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-345-4440 www.paradisepointcamp.org

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Pilgrim Cove Camp and Conference Center 1075 Plymouth Rd. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5555 www.pilgrimcovecamp.org

Ponderosa State Park

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Salmon Rapids Lodge 1010 Main St. Riggins, Idaho 208-628-2743 www.salmonrapids.com

Scandia Inn

401 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7394 www.thescandiainn.com

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McCall Lodge & Suites

4043 Council Cuprum Rd. Council, Idaho 83612 208-253-3014 www.sevendevilslodge.com

Shore Lodge

501 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2244 www.shorelodge.com

Tamarack Resort

311 Village Dr. Donnelly, Idaho 83615 208-325-1000 www.tamarackidaho.com

Third Street Inn

415 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-6300 www.thirdstreetinn.com

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slice of life

By McKenzie Kraemer While the McCall area attracts a lot of visitors looking for fun, healthy activities, access to healthcare probably isn’t among the top reasons tourists decide to visit here. Still, it’s nice to know that if an illness or accident strikes, there is a facility in this small town poised to deliver the best care and service available. That’s just one of the reasons that Valley County has been named the “Healthiest County in Idaho” for the second consecutive year. Sean McCallister, the site administrator for St. Luke’s McCall, has a unique perspective on the level of care available in the McCall area. “I came from Alaska and worked in remote, small communities throughout the state,” he says. “The quality and scope of services offered in McCall is second to none. I have never seen anything quite like it.” That uniqueness is exemplified in “Strategy 20/20,” St. Luke’s vision for the future of healthcare in all the communities they serve. The strategy aims to achieve the best healthcare outcomes at the lowest possible cost. That means emphasizing preventative services, primary care and partnering on health initiatives in the community spearheaded by groups outside of the St. Luke’s system.

Programs like the Youth Advocacy Coalition, the Valley-Adams Health Improvement Coalition, local food pantries, community garden projects, a shuttle service between Riggins and McCall, nutrition in schools and providing free bike and ski helmets are just a few of the community projects St. Luke’s McCall supports. “In small communities, you see a lot of teamwork and partnerships,” says McCallister. “This is a really powerful way to engage the community…instead of asking people to come to us, we are bringing health education to them.” St. Luke’s McCall also tries to lead by example. “We want to set the tone for what health and wellness is on a personal level,” says McCallister. Employees of St. Luke’s participate in a “Know Your Numbers” program that sets a baseline for things like cholesterol, blood glucose, body mass index, blood pressure and lifestyle choices. Once the baseline is set, each employee is given tools and resources to take charge of their own health. In addition, St. Luke’s McCall started a bike share program in 2017. Any employee is welcome to check a bike out before or after work or on their lunch break. This program has been so successful, some departments actually use them for meetings and take a ride down to Legacy Park rather than gathering in a conference room. These community efforts are paying off. For the second year in a row, Valley County earned the top spot as Idaho’s Healthiest County. Valley County also ranks first in the nation for longevity. “With more than 3,000 counties nationwide, this designation is really quite phenomenal,” says McCallister. These recognitions are a result of a study conducted by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation comparing 35 physical health, mental health and social factors. “St. Luke’s, in collaboration with our schools, local government, and non-profit community partners continues to build a culture of health,” says Lyle Nelson, St. Luke’s McCall community relations and health promotion director.

Looking to the future, St. Luke’s will not only continue building on the area’s culture of health, they will be building a new facility. The project aims to expand the hospital from 47,000 square feet to nearly 80,000 square feet. Most departments will double or triple in size. This major structure replacement is currently in the planning and design phase and if all funding goals are met, site preparation will begin in summer 2018. “The combination of infrastructure, technology, a highly skilled and compassionate care team, and relentless focus on community health will ensure we meet the health needs of people in our region now and in the future,” says McCallister.

How do you define health? Physical? Mental? Social? Health goes beyond medical care. It’s how we take care of ourselves, how we interact with our communities, how we take care of each other. Let St. Luke’s support your health however you define it. #pictureyourhealth

What’s

New? 4 Exciting Additions to Winter Recreation

It may be hard to believe, but winter in the McCall area is about to get even more epic. Our amazing businesses continue to change, grow and expand their services, providing fresh new ways to keep the whole family entertained.

Here are four new additions you won’t want to miss.

1. Tamarack Resort’s Hibernator Glade

Photo courtesy Tamarack Resort

Tamarack already has loads of fabulous tree skiing, but they are upping the ante by opening brand new terrain for even more options. The Hibernator glade is an intermediate tree skiing area easily accessed from the Tamarack Express Chairlift. Just hop off the lift and take the groomed Showtime Trail to the glade.

2. Brundage Adds A New Lift on Easy Street Brundage is taking free skiing on Easy Street to the next level with the installation of a brand new SunKid conveyor lift. The 120-foot “Easy Rider Carpet” will operate seven days a week during regular season, and every weekend during the Spring. This new lift will enhance the children’s lesson programs, making it easier for the little ones to access learning terrain without riding an elevated lift. Brundage Mountain will continue to offer free lift tickets to the public on the Easy Street Triple Chairlift all season long. Photo courtesy April Whitney

3. Bear Basin’s New Warming Hut The yurt at Bear Basin, which served as the Nordic Center’s home base for the past eight seasons, is getting an upgrade! The new 40-foot by 12-foot structure will feature a spacious lobby with changing rooms, a waxing station, an office, storage area and a propane stove to keep everyone warm and toasty. This project has been a major logistical and fundraising effort over last three years. Funding for the new structure came from the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, the City of McCall and proceeds from the “Snow Ball” fundraiser held annually by the Payette Lakes Ski Club. In addition, many hours and hard work by the Payette National Forest McCall Ranger District and Epikos Design + Planning mean that the new structure will be in place for the start of the winter season. The Bear Basin Nordic area is home to 25 kilometers of dog-friendly groomed trails. Learn more and find daily rates and season passes at payettelakesskiclub.org.

Image courtesy PLSC and Epikos Planning + Architecture

4. Meet the Idaho IceCats You actually already know them! The Idaho Junior Steelheads have changed their name to the Idaho IceCats! The name change comes as the hockey team enters its ninth season. The catalyst behind the change is simply to clear up confusion with several other teams with similar names including the Junior Steelheads, a youth hockey team, and the Idaho Steelheads team based in Boise. While their name may have changed, the action on the ice has not! This group has brought home five titles in the last seven years. The “IceCat” as a mascot was selected for its association with the outdoors and McCall’s proximity to the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Area. Coach John Olver says it best; “It was time for (the team) to gain its own identity. Our players are aggressive, strong and fierce competitors and this logo will reflect that identity.” We can’t wait to cheer on our home team!

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Albertsons

132 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8166 www.albertsons.com

The Barn Owl Books and Gifts 616 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4440 www.thebarnowlmccall.com/

The Boardroom

305 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3400 http://boardroomboise.com/

Bella Kitchen

401 E Railroad St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4730 www.bellakitchen.com

Black Pine Deer Farm 13508 Farm to Market Rd. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-325-8886

Costco Wholesale 20151 N Cole Rd. Boise, Idaho 83709 208-321-8745 www.costco.com

Dandy Lion Consignment

403 Railroad Ave. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1580 www.dandylionconsigment.com

Decorating Solutions

208-634-7020 lcomstock@frontiernet.net www.decoratingsolutionsmccall.com

Farm to Market Antiques

405 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4791 Farm22@frontier.com

Franklin Building Supply

McCall Farmer’s Market

14047 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8111 www.franklinbuildingsupply.com

The corner of Pine St. and Railroad Ave. 208-634-9777 Season: June through October Wed. & Sat. from 10am – 2pm

Franz Witte Nursery

McCall Jewelry Company

530 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1001 www.franzwitte.com

207 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4367 www.mccalljewelrycompany.com

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McCall Sports Exchange

311 East Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-6313 www.galleryfiftyfive.wordpress.com

802 N 3rd St. McCall, ID 83638 208-634-2334 www.mccallsports.com

Granite Mountain Nature Gallery

The McCall Store

305 E Park St., Suite A McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1111 www.granitemountainng.com

1012 N 3rd St. McCall, ID 83638 208-634-4581

Gravity Sports

301 Lenora St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4434 www.mcpaws.org

503 Pine St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8530 www.gravitysportsidaho.com

Home Town Sports

McPaws Thrift Store

Mile High Marina & Grille

300 E Lenora St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2302 www.hometownsportsmccall.com

1300 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 Open Memorial Day through Labor Day 208-634-8605 www.milehighmarina.com

Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Store

Mile High Power Sports

216 Lenora St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2088 www.stlukesonline.org

Keep Me in Stitches 136 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2906 www.kmis.com

Krahn’s Home Furnishings

211 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2193 www.krahnshomefurnishings.com

The Leisure Company

13924 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7007 www.mhpsmccall.com

Mountain Monkey Business

501 Pine St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8268 www.mountainmonkeybusiness.com

Old Town Market 507 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2016

Once Again Cabin Décor & Antiques

611 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7570

413 S 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8719 onceagain@frontier.com

Magnum Floors

The Pancake and Christmas House

114 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-630-6292 magnumfloors44@outlook.com

May Hardware

809 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7665 www.mayhardware.com

209 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5849 www.mccallpancakehouse.com

Pro Build

400 Deinhard Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2234 www.probuild.com

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MORE THAN JUST A YARN SHOP. Home-spun, Hand-crafted Yarns & Fibers Hand-crafted Scarves, Sweaters, Accessories Knitting & Crocheting Classes

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The secret is out…we Love love in McCall! With venues around the area becoming more and more popular for couples looking to say “I do,” we wanted to get some insight about what makes this place so special and a few insider tips on planning a wedding in the McCall area. We turned to husband and wife team Travis and Candice at Summit Photography for answers. This photography duo got their start taking pictures of their two children. From there, they started shooting family weddings and their hobby soon blossomed into a full scale photography business. After five years of capturing brides and grooms throughout the Valley, they have learned a lot. Over peach smoothies, they shared their wisdom with us.

1. Why has the McCall area become such a hot spot for tying the knot? “Everywhere you look there is beautiful scenery,” says Travis. It doesn’t matter where you go, every venue is stunning. “I also love the intimacy. We have seen weddings with 12 guests and weddings with 250 guests, but in every case, they have a special, intimate quality about them,” Candice adds.

2. Do you have a favorite wedding venue in the area? “Each venue is so different and unique,” says Travis, “it really depends on your personality.” With Valley County exploding in popularity as a wedding destination, Candice and Travis say to also consider the season. While summer is always lovely, fall is their favorite time for a wedding. “There are so many wonderful colors,” says Travis. Winter weddings can also be stunning. “You can’t beat a bride with fur,” says Candice. “Her ring sparkling and a little punch of color on the dress or shoes or flowers look amazing against the snow,” she adds.

3. What is the secret to an event that “clicks?” “A timeline,” Candice and Travis both agree wholeheartedly. Weddings, especially, tend to have a lot of moving parts. Laying out a timeline in advance helps make sure you don’t miss anything that is important to you.

4. What is your favorite part of a wedding? “As photographers, we absolutely love the ‘first look.’” For couples who aren’t tied to seeing each other for the first time walking down the aisle, the first look creates that same wow-factor in a private setting. “It gives a bride and groom Continued page 46

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time to really capture the moment, a moment just for them,” says Candice. “And selfishly,” adds Travis, “we get better pictures!”

5. Do you have any tips for couples starting their wedding-planning journey? Do your research! “Make sure that you understand exactly what your wedding package includes,” says Candice. Does the venue include tables and chairs or do you need to rent those separately? If your photographer says you will receive 400 photos, are they edited or unedited? “We highly recommend working with an event coordinator if your wedding will be 50 people or more,” says Travis. A coordinator can help you navigate all of the details and make the planning process a lot less stressful. “If you don’t work with a coordinator, designate someone to be in charge the day of,” says Candice. “The bride shouldn’t have to figure out where the flowers are or help Aunt Alice when she takes a wrong turn on her way to the venue.”

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Brundage Mountain Resort 3890 Goose Lake Rd. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4151 www.brundage.com

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Mile High Marina & Grille

1300 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8605 Open Memorial Day through Labor Day www.milehighmarina.com

The Mill Steak and Spirits 324 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7683 www.themillmccallidaho.com

Rupert’s at Hotel McCall 1101 N 3rd St McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8108 www.rupertsathotelmccall.com

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Southside Grill Kitchen & Cocktails 339 Deinhard Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2128 www.southsidemccall.com

Steamers Steak and Seafood 308 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-638-1411 www.steamersrestaurant.com

Yacht Club

203 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5649 www.yachtclub-mccall.com

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Lardos Grill & Saloon

136 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4567 www.mccallweddings.com

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McCall Brewing Company

600 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8191 www.lardosgrillandsaloon.com

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Backwoods Adventures

North Beach Boat Launch Warren Wagon Rd. McCall, Idaho 83638 Memorial Day through Labor Day 208-469-9067 www.backwoodsadventuresmccall.com

Bear Basin Nordic Center 3635 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5691 www.littleskihill.org

Bear Creek Lodge

3492 ID-55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3551 www.bearcreeklodgemccall.com

The Boardroom

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Cheap Thrills Rentals

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CM Backcountry Rentals

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Edgewood Sports

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Gravity Sports

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Hells Canyon Adventures

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Home Town Sports

300 E Lenora St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2302 www.hometownsportsmccall.com

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Little Ski Hill

(Payette Lakes Ski Club) 3635 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5691 www.littleskihill.org

Mackay Bar Outfitters and Guest Ranch

Confluence of the South Fork & Main Salmon River Riggins, Idaho 83549 208-413-2109 www.mackaybarranch.com

Manchester Ice and Event Centre 200 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3570 www.manchestericecenter.com

McCall Area Snowmobile Club www.snowmobilemccall.net

McCall Curling Club

200 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 mccallcurlingclub@gmail.com www.facebook.com/mccallcurlingclub/

McCall Golf Course

925 Fairway Dr. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7200 www.mccallgolfclub.com

McCall Lake Cruises

203 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5253 www.mccalllakecruises.com

McCall Mountain Canyon Flying Seminars, LLC 104 S 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1344 www.mountaincanyonflying.com

Mile High Marina & Grille

1300 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8605 Memorial Day through Labor Day www.milehighmarina.com

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Mountain Meadow Rentals

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Mountain River Outfitters 411 S Main St. Riggins, Idaho 208-628-3733 www.idahoriver.com

Payette National Forest 500 N Mission St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-0500 www.fs.usda.gov/payette

Payette Powder Guides

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Rapid River Outfitters

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Salmon Raft

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Tamarack Resort

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Taylor Outfitting

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Author Craig Vroom Discovering Sharlie By McKenzie Kraemer If you spend any time in McCall, you are likely to hear about Sharlie, our resident lake monster. Those who have seen her describe a creature 35 feet long with a dinosaur-type head, pronounced jaw, humps like a camel and a shell-like skin. While regular sightings have been reported over the years, no official evidence of Sharlie’s existence has been offered up. Regardless, residents need no proof to know that she exists. Her presence adds imagination and mystery to the area’s folklore and now, is also the inspiration for author Craig Vroom’s latest children’s book, Discovering Sharlie.

Vroom first came to McCall on his honeymoon. Having grown up on the East Coast, he followed in his father’s military footsteps and joined the Navy. While serving in Bermuda, he met his wife, “an Idaho girl,” according to Vroom. The honeymoon in McCall was his first time in Idaho and he loved it from the beginning. Over the years, Vroom and his family kept coming back to vacation, eventually buying property and making McCall a permanent home in retirement.

Discovering Sharlie is imaginative and lively, written in a rhyming meter that is both fun to read and fun to listen to. It also earned Vroom the Idaho Top Author Award for Best Children’s Book in 2015.

It was retirement that allowed Vroom time to write, although he says he had always wanted to be a children’s author after reading to his kids each night. “They loved the rhyming and poetry of Dr. Suess, but after a while, I got tired of reading the same stories so I started making them up with my own kids as the heroes,” Vroom says.

Pick up a copy of Discovering Sharlie, published by Tru Publishing in Boise, Idaho, at the McCall Area Chamber (605 N 3rd Street), Razzle Dazzle (503 Pine Street), or Shore Lodge (501 W Lake Street). It is also available at the McCall Public Library (218 East Park Street). Other works by Craig Vroom include The Tall Trees, The Secretous Sign and The Riddle of Shipwreck Sound.

After publishing a series of books about a boy and his dragon, inspired by his own son Andrew, Vroom decided it was time to give his daughter Olivia her own adventures. While researching the urban legends and sightings of Sharlie, Vroom realized that there was not a lot of material aimed at kids. “There is a chapter book available that appeals to an older crowd, but there were no picture books for the younger kids,” Vroom says. He set out to remedy that. The story follows two young detectives, Olivia and Jenny, who are called in by Scotland Yard to investigate when Nessie, the Loch Ness monster, goes missing. The girls travel underwater with their “Super Transducer Blaster” searching for clues and eventually end up in an underground river that leads right to Payette Lake. Throughout the book, the girls have a lucky penny to help get them out of trouble. As part of the “Lucky Penny Detective Adventures,” Discovering Sharlie is the first in a new series Vroom is working on. His next book in the series, set in Yellowstone National Park, will follow the girls as they try to find out why Old Faithful has run dry.

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MARCH

Idaho IceCats Hockey: October through March

EVENTS

Women with Bait Tournament: Riggins Cabin Fever Series at McCall Arts & Humanities: January through April Chix with Stix Tournament Snowmobile Crab Feed: Warren

JUNE

McCall Farmer’s Market every Wednesday and Saturday 10am-2pm McCall Arts and Humanities Creative Campus Series: June through August Seven Devils Playwright Conference Idaho Free Fishing Day McCall Public Library Summer Reading Program

Theatre Production by McCall Arts & Humanities

JANUARY

Idaho IceCats Hockey: October through March Cabin Fever Series at McCall Arts & Humanities: January through April New Year’s Eve Celebrations: Tamarack Resort & Shore Lodge Payette Children’s Forest Winter Adventure Idaho Free Nordic Ski Day Youth Ice Fishing Day Beer & Gear Festival: Brundage Mountain McCall Re-Mastered Nordic Race Winter Carnival Events begin the last Friday of January

FEBRUARY

Idaho IceCats Hockey: October through March Cabin Fever Series at McCall Arts & Humanities: January through April McCall Starz on Ice Winter Carnival Events through the first Sunday of February Heritage Night at Little Ski Hill Brundage Mountain Diva Days MWSC Hidden Valley Hoedown: Brundage Mountain Snowmobile Fun Run: McCall Snowmobile Club Valentine’s Day Dinners: Shore Lodge & Rupert’s Winter Jamboree: Cascade

State of Idaho Pond Skimming Championships at Tamarack

Father’s Day Brunch at Smoky’s Bar & Grill Taste of McCall

APRIL

Alpha Days: Alpha Grange

Cabin Fever Series at McCall Arts & Humanities: January through April

Moudy Mountain Summer Festival

Brundage Crazy Daze & Pond Skimming

Bark in the Park Ponderosa Park Run for Payette Lakes Ski Club

Salmon River Jet Boat Races: Riggins Easter Brunch: Shore Lodge & Rupert’s Community Easter Egg Hunts Howdy’s Gas and Grub Annual Fishing Tournament Shore Lodge Culinary Festival and King of the Mountain Culinary Championship Mountain High Quilt Camp: Quaker Hill

MAY

Donnelly Community Yard and Craft Sale Cinco de Mayo Celebrations Idaho Gives Mother’s Day Celebrations

JULY

McCall Farmer’s Market every Wednesday and Saturday 10am-2pm McCall Arts and Humanities Creative Campus Series: June through August McCall Public Library Summer Reading Program 4th of July Celebrations and Fireworks: McCall, Donnelly, Cascade & New Meadows Thunder Mountain Days: Cascade Summit Cat Track 10k: Brundage Mountain

Riggins Rodeo and Parade GIG foundation Annual Fundraiser and Silent Auction at Bistro 45 Historic Roseberry Open House and Volunteer Picnic

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Women with Bait Tournament: Riggins

Brundage Winter Games

Kaleidoscope Children’s Art Festival: Central Idaho Historical Museum

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St. Patrick’s Day Parties: Yacht Club, Smoky’s Bar & Grill & Foresters

Summer Grand Openings: Tamarack Resort & Brundage Mountain

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JULY CONTINUED Roseberry Arts and Crafts Festival Payette Children’s Forest Take it Outside Event Shepherd’s Home Annual Golf Scramble McCall Amateur Golf Tournament Roseberry Summer Music Festival SummerFest presented by McCall Music Society 4 Summit Challenge in Cascade Adams County Fair and Rodeo Sunset Concert Series at Tamarack Resort Supersize Music Events at Jug Mountain Ranch

AUGUST

McCall Farmer’s Market every Wednesday and Saturday 10am-2pm McCall Arts and Humanities Creative Campus Series: June through August

SEPTEMBER

McCall Farmer’s Market every Wednesday and Saturday 10am-2pm Meadows Valley Days Roseberry’s OldFashioned Ice Cream Social Alpha Nursery Fall Harvest Festival Judge’s Fishing Day: Cascade Payette Lake Run IMTUF 100: Idaho Mountain Trail Ultra Festival Race

OCTOBER

McCall Farmer’s Market every Wednesday and Saturday 10am-2pm Idaho IceCats Hockey: October through March Roctoberspiel

McCall Public Library Summer Reading Program

Cascade Lake Run

Yellow Pine Harmonica Festival

Tails on Trails: Brundage Mountain

Payette Lakes Classic and Wooden Boat Show

Annual McCall Ski Swap

Long Valley Pioneer Picnic

Halloween in Donnelly Harvest Fest: Donnelly Elementary Trunk or Treat Halloween Events: Alpine Village McCall & City of Donnelly

NOVEMBER

Community Thanksgiving Dinner in Cascade

DECEMBER

Idaho IceCats Hockey: October through March Downtown Shop-Around Snow Ball benefiting the Payette Lakes Ski Club Backcountry Film Festival St. Luke’s McCall Holiday Happenings Moudy Mountain Christmas Cascade Community Center Christmas Craft Fair McCall Music Society Community Carol-Along Breakfast with Santa at Shore Lodge Pictures with Santa: Various locations Santa Paws Christmas Cookie Decorating at Shore Lodge Christmas Eve Dinner: Shore Lodge, Rupert’s & Ashley Inn Santa Skis: Brundage Mountain and Tamarack Resort

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Light Up the Night: Brundage Mountain

Idaho IceCats Hockey: October through March

Cascade Medical Center Foundation Golf Tournament

Theatre Production by McCall Arts & Humanities Council

Payette Lakes Ski Club Mountain Triathlon

Cascade Holiday Bazaar at Ashley Inn

McCall Ale Trail: Every Day!

Thanksgiving 6K Turkey Trot at The Club at Aspen Village

Music at the Shore Lodge: Sundays & Mondays at the Narrows

Festival of Trees and Holiday Bazaar

Dinner and a Movie at Shore Lodge: Tuesdays, movie begins at 7:30pm

Chalk on the Walk: Cascade Art in the Courtyard

Hunt Lodge Holiday Bazaar Mountain Hollydays: Thanksgiving to New Year’s Small Business Saturday Downtown Tree Lighting: McCall & New Meadows

Holiday Ice Show at Manchester Ice & Events Center

Payette Lakes Fine Art and Craft Fair

Valley County Fair and Rodeo

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Haunted House: Little Ski Hill

Thanksgiving Dinner at Shore Lodge, Rupert’s and the Ashley Inn

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Huckleberry Jam Music Festival at Tamarack Resort

Barn Dance in Roseberry

Pray for Snow Party at the Activity Barn

Huckleberry Festival in Donnelly

McPaws Oktoberfest

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Live Music at Crusty’s: Wednesdays and Sundays in Summer; Saturdays in Winter Live Music at Yacht Club: Thursdays Second Sunday Sounds at 6 Live Music at the Anchor: Thursdays 5-7pm

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Holland Associates

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Element 242

1020 W Main St., #312 Boise, ID 83702 208-391-3356 Element242.com

Idaho Business Review

950 W Bannock St., Ste. 1136 Boise, Idaho 83702 208-336-3768 www.idahobusinessreview.com

McCall Digest

3294 Wallace Ln. New Meadows, ID 83654 209-347-3659 www.mccalldigest.com

Print Shop McCall and United Graphic Design 200 Jacob St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5850 www.idahoshirts.com

Rocky Mountain Signs 122 Mission St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2045 www.rm-signs.com

The UPS Store

411 Deinhard Ln., Unit F McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4048 www.theupsstorelocal.com/5976

Mountain Marine Construction

McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7606

18 Rogers Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8465 www.mntmarine.com

Crestline Engineers

Mountain Town Homes

Better Buy Design

323 Deinhard Ln., Suite C McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4140 www.crestline-eng.com

Epikos

114 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4540 www.epikosdesign.com

Lehrer Family Homes

2520 Westwood Dr. Donnelly, Idaho 83615 208-714-0011 www.lehrerdevelopment.com

McCall Craftsman Homes, Inc. 208-634-3273 info@mccallcraftsmanhomes.com www.mccallcraftsmanhomes.com

Mountain Element Construction, LLC 100 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-0256 www.mountainelementconstruction.com

215 Commerce Unit 2 McCall, ID 83638 208-630-4491 www.mtntownhomes.com

Payette Builders, Inc.

219 Jussila Bow Pl. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-9477 www.payettebuilders.com

Pinetop Custom Homes 112 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-0900 www.pinetopmccall.com

Robnett Properties

309 E Lake St., Suite 1 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3113 www.robnettpropertiesmccall.com

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES Bruneel Tire Factory 617 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5820 www.bruneel.com

lakeview chevron service downtown mccall

(208) 634-7544

Lakeview Chevron Service 300 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7544

Les Schwab Tire Center 500 Deinhard Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-6042 www.lesschwab.com

McCall Auto Club and Car Rental

Fuel Discount Cards Awarded With Shop Service Convenience Store

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Lube, Oil & Filter Tires & Batteries Brakes & Cooling Systems Transmission Service Tune-Ups & Diagnostics Exhaust Systems

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ATM • Lottery Ice, Beer & Soda Hot & Cold Deli Souvenirs & Post Cards Tobacco Products Oil & Auto Accessories

300 East Lake Street •• McCall, Idaho

325 Commerce St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2886 www.mccallautoclub.com

McCall Boat Works

1304 Boydstun Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-941-5402 www.mccallboatworks.com

McCall Quick Lube

130 Commerce St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-6096 www.mccallquicklube.com

Precision Detail, Inc. 225 Commerce St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3013 www.mccalldetail.com

BANKS AND FINANCIAL SERVICES Academy Mortgage

Whatever the road throws at you, from potholes to nails — any road hazard, our FREE GUARANTEE protects you WITH EVERY PASSENGER & LIGHT TRUCK TIRE PURCHASE

311 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3773 www.academymortgage.com

AmeriTitle McCall 507 E Pine St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-6363 www.ameri-title.com

Edward Jones-Michael A. Vineyard

Peace of Mind Tire Protection • If a Tire is Damaged Beyond Repair, We’ll Replace its Value • Our Work is Guaranteed for the Life of Your Tires • Free Pre-Trip Safety Checks

Lifetime Tire & Mileage Care • Free Flat Tire Repairs • Free Tire Rotations • Free Tire Rebalancing • Free Air Checks

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• Free Brake & Alignment Checks

323 Deinhard Ln., Suite A McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5855 www.edwardjones.com

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp. 502 N 3rd St., Suite 4 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4746 www.fairwayindependentmc.com

First American Title 616 N 3rd St., Suite 101 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4705 www.gofirstam.com

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307 E Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5847 www.hrblock.com

Idaho First Bank

475 Deinhard Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1000 www.idahofirstbank.com

McCall Mortgage Company

McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8253 www.mccallmortgagecompany.com

Umpqua Bank

900 2nd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8185 www.umpquabank.com

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US Bank

905 E 2nd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2281 www.usbank.com

Washington Federal

204 E Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2121 www.washingtonfederal.com

CHURCHES McCall Baptist Church

200 Stibnite St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2527 pastortrent@frontiernet.net

McCall Church of the Nazarene 223 Hewitt St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5775 churchoffice@mcnaz.org

Even if you’re just visiting the McCall area, we want you feel like you belong here. While you’re enjoying our uniquely Idaho way of life, stop in and pay us a visit. We’ll welcome you with a friendly ‘hello’, a fresh cup of coffee, and an invitation to discover how it feels to belong.

idahofirstbank.com McCall ~ New Meadows

McCall Community Congregational Church 901 1st St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5430 www.mccallucc.org

McCall Seventh-Day Adventist Church 3592 Long View Rd. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-0053 www.mccall22.adventistchurchconnect.org

Mountain Life Church 14180 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3037 www.mymlc.org

Our Savior Lutheran Church 100 Mission St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-891-4608 www.oslcmccall.com

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church

Idaho Department of Labor 200 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7102 www.labor.idaho.gov

Valley County

219 S Main St. Cascade, Idaho 83611 208-382-7100 www.co.valley.id.us

CLEANING SERVICES Disaster Response of Idaho 13888 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-3100 www.disasteridaho.com

High Mountain Cleaning and Property Services, LLC

208-347-4445 Sschiff3@frontiernet.net www.highmountaincleaning.targetlocalseo.com

1001 Gamble Rd. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2796 www.standres.episcopalidaho.org

Lakeshore Disposal

CITY, COUNTY AND STATE GOVERNMENT

Maid in McCall

Adams County

201 Industrial Ave. Council, Idaho 83612 208-453-4561 www.co.adams.id.us

City of Cascade

105 S Main St. Cascade, Idaho 83638 208-382-4279 www.cascadeid.us/home

City of Donnelly

169 Halferty St. Donnelly, Idaho 83615 208-325-8859 www.cityofdonnelly.org

City of McCall

216 E Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7142 www.mccall.id.us

City of New Meadows

401 Virginia St. New Meadows, Idaho 83654 208-347-2171 www.newmeadowsidaho.us

The Housing Company

565 W Myrtle St., Suite 250 Boise, Idaho 83702 208-331-4811 www.thehousingcompany.org

DISASTER DISASTER RESPONSE RESPONSE Property Damage & Repair Experts

200 Industrial Loop McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7176

321 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-7429 www.maidinmccall.com

Pim’s Carpet, Rug and Upholstery Cleaners 208-628-4211 2pimsinc@frontier.com www.pimscarpetcleaners.com

Fire . Water .Wind . Mold

Resto Clean North

208-315-4112 sam@restocleannorth.com www.restocleannorth.com

COMMUNICATION, TV AND CABLE Cable One

Industrial Loop McCall, Idaho 83638 208-455-5555 www.cableone.net

Frontier Communications 201 Lenora St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-6100 www.frontier.com

COMPUTER AND NETWORKING 4 Corners Communications 3208 Hwy 55 New Meadows, Idaho 83654 208-347-4100 www.4cornerscomm.com

Locally Owned and Operated

Valley County’s Proven Leader In Property Emergency Services

24 HOUR

Emergency Response

844-315-3100 www.disasteridaho.com

Intelligent Home, Inc.

Brian W. Charles, DMD

May Security

The Cottages of McCall

DELIVERY SERVICE

Hearing Connection, Inc.

114 N 3rd St., Suite B McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-1100 www.ihomemccall.com 345 Commerce St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8200 www.maysecurity.com

Hot Shots, Inc.

753 Meadowland Dr. Boise, Idaho 83638 208-888-3801 www.hotshotsincdelivery.com

Schlieper Auto Freight, LLC Donnelly, Idaho 83615 208-451-5488 schlieperautofreight@gmail.com

HEALTHCARE Back Country Chiropractic and Wellness Center

208.634.8129

backcountrychiropractic.com 201 Park Street - McCall, Idaho 83638

201 Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8129 www.backcountrychiropractic.com

509 Pine St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7653 www.mccalldentistry.com 700 Reedy Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3883 www.thecottages.biz

116 N. 3rd St., #5 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-888-0387 www.hearingaidconnection.com

McCall Physical Therapy

305 E Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3555 www.mccallphysicaltherapy.com

McCall Rehabilitation and Living Center 418 Floyde St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2112 www.tanabell.com/mccall.html

225 Commerce St., McCall, ID VISIT US ON FACEBOOK FOR WEEKLY SPECIALS!

Serving Boise to McCall, EVERY Weekday • • • • •

Flat fee, NEVER a fuel surcharge Small parcels to large pallets Guaranteed same-day service Modern, GPS-enabled fleet Licensed, bonded & insured

Professional Detailing Paint Correction Windshield Repair Car & Boat Audio Car & Truck Accessories

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Cabinets Vinyl & Wood Windows Floor Coverings Custom Doors

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Wood & Composite Decking #1 Douglas Fir Timbers Wood Sidings Engineered Beams

14047 Highway 55 • McCall ~ 208.634.8111 www.franklinbuildingsupply.com

May Security

345 Commerce St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8200 www.maysecurity.com

McCall Rental & Sales 500 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5709 mccallrental@gmail.com

Pro Build

400 Deinhard Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2234 www.probuild.com

Secure Aspects Group

New Meadows, Idaho 83654 530-354-6479 www.secureaspects.com

Valley Fire Protection 461 Smitty Ave. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2636

Westside Electric Company McCall, Idaho 83638 208-484-5193

Payette Lakes Medical Clinic

211 Forest St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2225 www.stlukesonline.org/clinic/famiy_medicine/payette/

Pro-Active Physical Therapy

Adventure Floors and Window Coverings 135 Commerce St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3115 www.adventurefloors.com

409 S 3rd St. McCall, ID 83638 208-634-8517 proactivephysicaltherapyofmccall.com

Central Idaho Pool and Spa

Solace Natural Medicine

Franklin Building Supply

301 Colorado St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7289 www.solacemedicine.com

St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital - McCall 1000 State St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2221 www.stlukesonline.org

Trinity Home Care and Resource 106 E Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1760 www.trinityhomecareresource.com

HOME AND CONSTRUCTION A-1 Heating and Air Conditioning 140 Commerce St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1586 www.a1heating.com

McCall, Idaho 83638 208-271-6142 cipsmccall@gmail.com

14047 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8111 www.franklinbuildingsupply.com

Inland Marine

13871 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2875 www.inlandmarine.com

JSM Lawncare and Snow Removal McCall, Idaho 83638 208-559-3692 Jfrazier0301@yahoo.com

Kinetico Quality Water of McCall 125 Commerce St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1888 www.kineticotv.com

Lakeshore Disposal 200 Industrial Loop McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7176

INSURANCE, ATTORNEYS AND BUSINESS SERVICES 208benefits, LLC

106 E Park St., Suite 100 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-225-5208 www.208benefits.com

American Health Value

671 E River Park Lane, Suite 100 Boise, Idaho 83706 208-331-0676 www.americanhealthvalue.com

AmeriTitle

507 E Pine St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-6346363 www.ameri-title.com

Benton Insurance

283 Main St. Donnelly, Idaho 83615 208-325-3253 www.farmersagent.com/dbenton

Centerline Corporation 411 F-Deinhard Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-630-3860 hiwwood@gmail.com

Erekson Law Office

1010 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7118 www.ereksonlawoffice.com

Auto • Home • Life Second Home • Business

BENTON INSURANCE

211 E. Lake St., Downtown McCall

208-634-2193 | krahnshomefurnishings.com

Duffy Benton 208.325.3253 Donnelly 208.345.5900 Boise Servicing Valley, Ada and Canyon Counties Monday through Saturday. Call me for a no cost comparison! www.farmersagent.com/dbenton Eyespot Creative

McCall, Idaho 83638 208-841-8594 eyespotcreative@gmail.com

John Curtis Hucks, Attorney at Law 208-347-4128 huckslaw@yahoo.com

Julia Berheim, Notary Public McCall, Idaho 208-691-0980 www.notaryinmccall.com

McCall Accounting and Tax

918 Flynn Ln McCall, Idaho 83638 208-630-6284 www.mccallaccountingandtax.com

Micael McKenzie Inc Creative

Web Design, Graphic Design & Marketing 208-271-6158 www.micaelmckenzieinc.com

Michael R. Gurney Agency, Inc. 1607 Davis Ave., Unit 158 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7154 www.farmersagent.com/mgurney

Knowing our clients personally is what we do. Michael A Vineyard, Financial Advisor 323 Deinhard Ln., Ste. A ~ McCall, Idaho 208.634.5855 ~ Business 208.315.1136 ~ Cell

Millemann, Pittenger & Pemberton, LLP 706 North First St. McCall, ID 208-634-7641 www.mpmplaw.com

Redfish | Bluefish

Leadership Design & Organizational Development McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-2058 www.redfishbluefishinc.com/

Valley Office Systems

5527 Kendall St. Boise, Idaho 83706 208-384-5954 www.valleyofficesystems.com

MAGAZINES, NEWSPAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS Idaho Business Review

950 W Bannock St., Ste. 1136 Boise, Idaho 83702 208-336-3768 www.idahobusinessreview.com

The Star-News

Furnishings & Accessories Floor & Window Coverings Interior Design Services

1000 N First St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2123 www.mccallstarnews.com

MINING AND GEOLOGY Midas Gold, Inc.

13181 Hwy 55 Donnelly, Idaho 83615 208-901-3060 www.midasgoldidaho.com

Granite Mountain Nature Gallery 305 E Park St., Suite A McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1111 www.granitemountainng.com

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Cascade Chamber of Commerce 101 S Main St. Cascade, Idaho 83611 208-382-3833 www.cascadechamber.com

Donnelly Chamber of Commerce 208-325-8859 www.donnellychamber.com

Kelly’s Whitewater Park Highway 55 Cascade, Idaho 83611 www.kwpid.com

Long Valley Preservation Society 13131 Farm to Market Rd. Donnelly, Idaho 836154 208-325-8628 www.historicroseberry.com

McCall Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau 605 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7631 www.mccallchamber.org

McCall Area Snowmobile Club www.snowmobilemccall.net

McCall Arts and Humanities Council 208-634-7136 mahc@ctcweb.net www.mccallarts.org

McCall-Donnelly Education Foundation 208-634-6333 info@mdef.org www.mdef.org

McCall Farmer’s Market

Corner of Railroad Ave and Pine St. Wednesday and Saturday, 10am- 2pm June through October

McCall Folklore Society

208-634-9788 www.thesummermusicfestival.com

Optimist Club of McCall 208-469-9293

Payette Lakes Progressive Club ssclements@hotmail.com 208-631-9525

Payette Lakes Ski Club/Little Ski Hill 3635 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5691 www.littleskihill.org

Rotary of McCall

www.portal.clubrunner.ca/3899 Meets every Wednesday at 12pm 501 W Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638

Seven Devils Playwrights Conference McCall, Idaho 83638 516-319-9089 www.idtheater.org

Shepherd’s Home

McPaws Regional Animal Shelter 831 S 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3647 www.mcpaws.org

Paws & Bark Dog Boarding 3713 Hwy 95 New Meadows, ID 83612 (208) 347-3880

PHOTOGRAPHY Melissa Shelby Photography 208-315-1294 mccall.portraits@gmail.com www.melissashelby.com

Pam Benham Photography 170 E. Lake Fork Road McCall, ID 83638 208-315-1028 www.benhamphotography.com

Valley County Pathways

River’s Edge Photography

mccall.music.society@gmail.com www.mccallmusicsociety.org

McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-4991 www.valleycountypathways.org/

McCall Community Center

PETS

McCall Winter Sports Club

102 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3977

208-634-1152 admin@shepherds-home.org www.shepherds-home.org

McCall Music Society

701 1st St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5408 mccallsrcenter@cableone.net

McCall Pet Spa and Bath House

McCall Pet Outfitters 200 Lenora St. McCall, ID 83638 208-634-3440 www.mccallpet.com/

313 McBride St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-870-4097 www.riversedge-photography.com

Summit Photography

McCall, Idaho 83638 208-469-0454 www.mccallsummitphotography.com

development@mccallwintersportsclub.org www.mccallwintersportsclub.org

Photo courtesy Tamarack Resort

Wherever you look... you see the signs

REAL ESTATE Alpine Village Company

616 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3430 www.alpinevillagemccall.com

Blackhawk on the River

11 Shooting Star Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-630-4825 www.blackhawkontheriver.com

Brundage Realty

403 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1234 www.brundagerealty.com

Century 21 Whitewater Clark

1007 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1800 www.century21whitewaterclark.com

Community Group at Crawford Olson Real Estate Services 403 E. Park St McCall, ID McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7778 www.community-realestate.com

Cory Corbet, Realtor®

Century 21 Whitewater Clark 1007 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1800 www.corbetproperty.com

Crawford Olson Real Estate 401 E Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-6060 www.crawfordolson.com

Haden Tanner, McCall Idaho Real Estate McCall Real Estate Company 301 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-2242 www.mccallidahorealestate.com

Homes and Land of McCall-CascadeDonnelly 208-634-1472 HomesandLandofMcCall@gmail.com www.homesandlandofmccall.com

Jean Odmark, Realtor®

McCall Real Estate Company 301 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-9280 www.jeanodmark.com

208.634.1234 ~ McCall 208.325.5051 ~ Donnelly

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McCall Real Estate Company 301 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-6494 www.mccallrealestate.com

Associate Broker – Real Estate Services

208.315.0600

Johnson & Company Real Estate 110 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8500 www.mccallproperty.com/

www.DreamMcCall.com DreamMcCall@gmail.com 502 N. Third St. #6, McCall, ID 83638

The Jones Group

McCall Real Estate Company 301 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-6497 www.2ndhomes.com

www.2ndhomes.com Steve Jones | 208-634-6497 Cindy Jones | 208-634-6849 Lolo Nelson | 208-315-1914 Downtown McCall 301 E. Lake St.

Jug Mountain Ranch

13834 Farm to Market Rd. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5072 www.jugmountainranch.com

Juniper Realty Group of Silvercreek Realty 858 E Handel St. Meridian, Idaho 83646 208-488-1400 https://www.juniperrealtygroup.com

Karen Johansen, Realtor®

Century 21 Whitewater Clark 1007 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1800 www.century21whitewaterclark.com

Marletta Romero, Real Estate Broker ® Silvercreek Realty Group 411 Deinhard Ln McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-0600 www.marlettaromero.com

McCall Real Estate Company 301 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2100 www.mccallrealestate.com

Mountain Central Association of REALTORS 106 E Park St., Suite 210 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7424 www.mountaincentralrealtors.com

Premier Market Presence Doing More For Our Clients We turn “FOR SALE” into “SOLD!” ®

Mountain Lakes Realty 805 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2728 www.mountainlakesrealty.com

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HAIR DESIGN

women & men’s cuts | child’s cut

COLOR

full/outgrowth | full/partial foils | balayage/ombre

HIGHLIGHTS

10 OFF

LUBE, OIL & FILTER

617 N. 3rd St. • McCall 208-634-2252

full highlights | partial highlights

OTHER HAIR TREATMENTS TRE

perms | deep conditioning | relaxing treatment

NAILS

full set acrylics | full set gel polish | manicures

PEDICURES

women & men’s pedicures | gel polish pedicure

Serving McCall, Cascade, Donnelly, Adams & Idaho counties

HAIR REMOVAL/TINT facial waxing | eyebrow eyeb tinting

Carpet • Vinyl • Tile • Hardwood Laminates • Granite Hunter Douglas Window Coverings

The only salon in McCall with a certified clean air filtration system

John Brush owner 208.315.0613

135 Commerce St., McCall, ID • 208.634.3115

1002 N. 1st Street | McCall, ID

AdventureFloors.com

208.634.3434

RE/Max Resort Realty

Tamarack Realty

McCall College

River Ranch McCall

Verna Vanis, Realtor®

McCall-Donnelly Joint School District

SCHOOLS

University of Idaho- McCall Outdoor Science School (MOSS)

1101 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5400 www.mccallrealestateguide.com 105 River Ranch McCall, Idaho 83638 info@riverranchmccall.com

Sadie Noah Real Estate Group McCall Real Estate Company 301 E Lake St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1633 www.sadienoah.realtor.com

Shelly DeMoss, Realtor®

Crawford Olson Real Estate 403 E Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-1390 www.crawfordolson.com/shelly-demoss/

Stacy L. Bowers, Realtor® Silvercreek Realty Group McCall, Idaho 83638 208-869-0705 www.mccallidahorealtor.com

850 Village Dr. Tamarack, Idaho 83615 208-325-1001 www.trishasears.com Crawford Olson Real Estate 403 E Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-315-1050 www.vernavanis.com

Cascade School District 209 N School St. Cascade, Idaho 83611 208-630-6057 www.cascadeschools.org

Crestline Academy

106 E Park St., Ste. 212 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-631-7632 www.crestlineacademy.com

Meadows Valley School K-12 500 N Miller Ave. New Meadows, Idaho 83654 208-347-2411 www.mvsd11.org

106 E Park St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3456 www.mccallcollege.org 120 Idaho St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-2161 www.mdsd.org

1800 University Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3918 www.mossidaho.org

STORAGE 24-7 Storage McCall

14051 Burr Dr. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-4844 www.24-7storagemccall.com

Stor-It Self Storage, Car Wash and U Haul 207 N 3rd St. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7015 www.stor-it.com

TRANSPORTATION Jackson Jet Center

3815 Rickenbacker Boise, Idaho 83705 208-383-3300 www.jacksonjetcenter.com

McCall Aviation/AVCenter 300 Deinhard Ln. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7137 ext. 8005 www.mccallaviation.com

Mountain Community Transit 208-634-0003 Call to schedule your FREE ride!

UTILITIES Amerigas

1611 Davis Ave. McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-8181 www.amerigas.com

ASAP Portables Co.

13831 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-0012 www.asapportables.com

Ed Staub and Sons 13858 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-3833 www.edstaub.com

Honey Dippers

13950 Nisula Road McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-1230 www.idahohoneydippers.com

Lakeshore Disposal 200 Industrial Loop McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-7176

Suburban Propane

11121 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 208-634-5330 www.suburbanpropane.com

Idaho Power

13924 Hwy 55 McCall, Idaho 83638 800-488-6151 www.idahopower.com

PLAN AHEAD

Bluebird days have an uncanny ability to remind us of summertime in the McCall area. See what’s in store once the snow melts…

HIT THE LINKS Take on the challenge of our four stunning courses. McCall Municipal Course provides 27 stimulating holes in an affable atmosphere for every level of golfer. Jug Mountain Ranch offers every golfer, social or competitive, gorgeous panoramic views of Jughandle Mountain, the Ranch’s natural wetlands, old growth forests and the rolling hills of the East Valley. The prestigious Whitetail Club and Resort offers an inspiring mountain masterpiece, while MeadowCreek Resort in Meadows Valley brings brilliant play and ample friendliness.

Photo courtesy Whitetail Club

MAKE A SPLASH AT THE LAKE Jump in, dive in, or wade in! The West Central Mountains of Idaho are teeming with lakes…over 300 of them. Our largest lakes, Payette Lake and Lake Cascade, offer swimming, sailing, waterskiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding…as well as a spectacular fireworks shows every Fourth of July. Rentals are available for just about any activity you have in mind.

MUSIC

Photo courtesy Jug Mountain Ranch

Summer turns up the heat on the mountain music scene. Catch weekly music everywhere from the Narrows at Shore Lodge to the Anchor. Plan to hit up annual events including the Yellow Pine Harmonica Festival, Summer Music Festival at Roseberry, SummerFest, and the Huckleberry Jam, or catch a summer music series session at Tamarack Resort and Jug Mountain Ranch.

GET DIRTY MOUNTAIN BIKING The McCall area is ripe with miles of single and double track trails for all abilities and has been designated as a Silver Ride Center by the International Mountain Biking Association. Hitch a ride to the top with lift serviced mountain biking at Brundage Mountain Resort and Tamarack Resort or take advantage of the shuttle service at Jug Mountain Ranch. If you would rather take the trail less traveled, stop by mccallchamber.org and view our Mountain Biking itinerary with fresh ideas for easy, intermediate, and expert rides around the region.

DINING The patio is open! One of our favorite things about warm sunny days in McCall is dining al fresco and sampling the delicious fare of our local restaurants, bistros, and pubs. Just about every eatery has a place to take advantage of the sunshine or pick up something to go and picnic at Legacy Park along the shores of Payette Lake.

THRILLING WHITEWATER Idaho is well-known as the Whitewater State and there is certainly no shortage of rapids to satisfy thrill-seekers in the McCall area. From the laid back Cabarton Stretch to thrilling multi-day trips on the Main Salmon through the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, we have the whitewater you are looking for!

Photo courtesy Visit Idaho

MCCALL

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NEW MEADOWS

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THE SURROUNDING AREAS

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McCALL

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Bear Basin Ponderosa State Park Activity Barn Jug Mountain Ranch Tamarack Resort Lake Cascade State Park Hasbrouck Ranch (off Cabarton Road)

LAKE FORK

SKI AREAS 8 Brundage Mountain Resort 9 Tamarack Resort 10 Little Ski Hill

DONNELLY

GENERAL RECREATION/ACTIVITY AREAS 11 Manchester Ice and Event Center

HOT SPRINGS 12 Burgdorf Hot Springs 13 Gold Fork Hot Springs

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SNOWMOBILE AREAS/PARKING LOTS 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

Bear Creek Lodge Tamarack Falls Parking Lot Anderson Creek Parking Lot Green Gate Parking Lot West Face Parking Lot, across from Bear Creek Lodge Wallace Lane Parking Lot Gordon Titus Parking Lot, near Brundage Francis E. Wallace Parking Lot Clear Creek Parking Area Fall Creek Parking Area

LAKE CASCADE

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Photo courtesy Tamarack Resort

The RED line bus is a FREE bus serving the City of McCall operating 7 days a week (except Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day) The GREEN line bus is a Commuter Express Route connecting McCall, Lake Fork, Donnelly & Cascade, operating Monday - Friday The BRUNDAGE EXPRESS is a Seasonal Route that goes from McCall to Brundage Mountain. For route information please call the Brundage Adventure Center at 208.634.5021. Come ride with us this winter! Please contact us at:

208.634.0003 mountaincommunitytransit.com

Mountain Chic 207 E. Lake St., Downtown McCall 208.634.GEMS (4367) McCallJewelryCompany.com Follow us on Facebook

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PARTING SHOT Summer Music Festivals

Each summer, the mountains are filled with music. From classical to rock, indie to bluegrass, there is no shortage of festivals to attend in the McCall area.

Yellow Pine Music & Harmonica Festival This backcountry, family-friendly festival is held each summer in Yellow Pine. Along with enjoying the talented musicians who light up the stage each August during this three-day event, vendors line the street and there are plenty of activities to enjoy throughout the day. Camping is available near and around Yellow Pine for the festival. (yellowpinefestival.org)

The Summer Music Festival at Roseberry Each July, for four decades, great artists and musicians have traveled from near & far to perform for an energetic crowd at the beautiful barn in Historic Roseberry. Produced by The McCall Folklore Society, the three-day Summer Music Festival at Roseberry is one of Idahoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Popular Music Festivals. (thesummermusicfestival.com)

Photo courtesy Yellow Pine Harmonica Festival

SummerFest This week-long festival of classical chamber music and pops concerts delight concert-goers each summer. The festival, which is presented by the McCall Music Society, brings together a 50-piece orchestra with brilliant soloists from around the world. Held at several venues in and around McCall, Idaho, there are plenty of opportunities to catch a concert at SummerFest. (mccallmusicsociety.org)

The Huckleberry Jam Two days of soulful funk, bluesy ballads and energetic jams at Tamarack Resort are transforming this festival into a summer staple. Set in the natural amphitheater at the base area of the resort and with camping and RV sites available, this festival keeps you right in the heart of the action all weekend long. (thehuckleberryjam.com) In addition to music festivals, many businesses host weekly live music throughout the summer months. Visit mccallchamber.org/ events for more information.

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