SVPN | February 2023

CELLO L’AMBASSADEUR

Award-winning Gautier Capuçon at The Argyros

LET ’S LOVE FASHION

Winter Lookbooks Unveiled

LEASE TO LOCALS

A Pilot Program for Rental Housing

ART FOR ART ’S SAKE

30 Pages of World-Class Fine Art

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

22-Page Sun Valley Restaurant Association Dining Guide

Amethyst, Diamond, and Sterling Silver

The Sun Valley Sun Collection Pendant

Lily Debray, model and Theodore personal stylist. Follow Lily’s OOTD on @lilydebray

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PHOTO KIRSTEN SHULTZ

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• 12 models of skis including the popular Montero AX and Montero AR models

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Peace, Love, and Bavarian Soul

FLY SUN

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Realtors for Air – Supporting Improved Air Service for the Community

“As a lifelong resident of the Wood River Valley, I understand the importance of convenient and reliable airline travel. It helps our businesses thrive and adds to the vibrancy of our community. I am grateful for Fly Sun Valley Alliance’s work in providing air service to an increased number of destinations and am proud to partner with them through the Realtors for Air program.”

— Danny Sundali Associate Broker Keller

Williams Sun Valley Southern Idaho

100% of the Sun Valley Board of Realtors 350+ member businesses are supporting air service through the innovative SVBR Realtors for Air program.

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WINTER – NONSTOP TO 6 CITIES!

Expanded! SEA: Nonstop flights year-round, 1-2x daily Dec 15-April 17

SLC: Nonstop flights daily year-round, 2x daily winter

Expanded! DEN: Nonstop flights daily year-round; 2x daily Dec 15- March 25 (1x daily Jan)

SFO: Nonstop flights daily Dec 15-March 25

LAX: Nonstop flights daily Dec 15-March 25

Expanded! ORD: Nonstop flights daily Dec 15-March 25 (2x week Jan 7-Feb 5)

FLIGHT SCHEDULES AND INFORMATION AT www.flysunvalleyalliance.com

For more information, please visit our website or call Sonya Johnston with Sun Valley Standard to reserve yours today.

EDITOR’S WELCOME

At Camp Rainbow Gold, a nonprofit that continues to take care of Idaho’s children with cancer, its gala fundraiser, the Share Your Heart Ball in Sun Valley, returns in person. In addition, taking care of another sect or of our community is Men’s Second Chance Living. Read about Sonya Wilander’s incredible efforts for a sober house that helps change the lives of men one at a time.

St. Luke’s is always caring for us, and David D. Laxson gives us the 411 on heart disease, while Dr. Molly Brown offers other options at CENTER for mental and wellbeing balance.

This February edition also highlights Sun Valley’s winter style with fashion picks from shops and store owners. It may hit you with a shopping bug! In addition, our new Style Dial look adds to our coverage of architectural trends and interior design. See the big picture of what you can do to make your mountain home irresistible and comfortable.

COMMUNITY IS EVERYTHING

the topic of what makes a community was part of a discussion I had while interviewing George Prentice, who will be in Sun Valley for this President’s Day Weekend with his fun and exciting “Movie Night in Sun Valley” for a Sun Valley Film Festival event. We agreed that what makes a community livable are the volunteers, emergency service personnel, and neighbors helping one another—something that happens all the time in Sun Valley.

In this issue of SVPN Magazine, we look at some of the organizations and people who make our Valley an incredible place to live, and what’s new in winter fashion, style, and fun. Perhaps most exciting is our cover story with world renowned French cellist Gautier Capuçon. He takes a jump from his European tour to perform at The Argyros as in An Original Argyros Production. This curated and styled event created explicitly for a Sun Valley audience is one of several this season that are shaping the arts and culture of our community on many levels.

The Argyros is one of several nonprofits that make Sun Valley a special and unique place, and there are others doing less glamorous work but still making a significant difference. Please read about how we are tackling the affordable housing issue with the Lease to Locals program and the real stories of those in our community who make it a place we all want to call home.

Adding to SVPN Magazine ’s winter appeal, we have covered all the outdoor winter fun from Stanley to Fairfield. Snowmobile in the winter wonderland of Stanley and in and around the Sawtooth Valley, or try out what’s happening at Soldier Mountain, a longtime family tradition for our contributing writer Lori Williams.

If staying inside is more appealing, we have you covered with new events from the Sun Valley Film Festival, “Movie Night in Sun Valley” with George Prentice, and an SVFFirst Look at season three and episode one of the everpopular Outer Banks with special guests in attendance. In addition, enjoy the Sun Valley Culinary Institute’s inaugural Sun Valley Food & Wine Celebration and take in the extraordinary musical talents of Andy Frasco & the U.N. Read about Andy’s new lease on life and how he is better than ever.

As always, SVPN is your source for fine dining tips with the Sun Valley Restaurant Association’s Dining Guide and we have plenty of homes and properties in SVPN ’s real estate gallery and listing section for you to peruse.

Get out, stay in, but enjoy February in Sun Valley— it’s happening!

Sabina Dana Plasse

MAGAZINE STAFF

Writer, publicist, and avid traveler, Sabina Dana Plasse has spent over 20 years at the keyboard crafting stories as a contributing writer or editor. When not writing, she’s watching and reviewing movies, conjuring up ideas, or enjoying snowboarding, hiking, biking, and sunsets at the beach.

Randi Karabin is a tenured, award-winning creative director and designer. She specializes in creating and re-imagining publications, print collateral, branding packages, and more, all predominently within the luxury, travel, hospitality, and music industries. Randi’s extensive travels inspire her creativity and vision.

JAN SUPER CFO

Jan Super is an expert bookkeeper with more than 12 years of experience. She has provided full bookkeeping services for many clients in the Wood River Valley and has spent many years volunteering for the Hailey and Ketchum/Sun Valley Chambers of Commerce. Jan has lived in the Wood River Valley for more than 20 years and enjoys gardening, fishing, and many of the other outdoor activities the Valley provides.

Susan Knight is an awardwinning art director and designer with a true passion for magazine design. From art directing and styling photo shoots to problem-solving layouts, her design abilities shine. In addition to her day-to-day work projects, she has taught art classes, designed studio spaces, and enjoys creative projects with her family.

Graphic Designer

Jonathon Smith (or Jonny Fuego, as he’s known to many) is a print media master with over 22 years of experience as an artist and art director working on regional, national, and international marketing campaigns and publications. His interest in the design and photography of the twowheeled culture of bicycles culminated in publishing his first book, Cruisers, in 2009.

SABINA DANA PLASSE Editor

RANDI KARABIN Art Director

JONATHON SMITH

SUSAN KNIGHT Graphic Designer

MAGAZINE CONTRIBUTORS

A Sun Valley native, STEVE DONDERO is passionate about photography and addicted to travel. He’d love to be on constant safari, chasing animals or sunsets where passports are required. Having left the corporate world, he’s now living his dream as a professional nature, portrait, and commercial photographer, with a studio in Ketchum and a gallery in Minneapolis. You can see a small sampling of his work, including over 30 SVPN covers, at stevedondero.com.

PAULETTE PHLIPOT

is an IACP award-winning professional photographer. Her fascination with food has provided endless opportunities for her photography to appear in cookbooks, magazines, and advertising campaigns worldwide. She is the cocreator and photographer of the coffee table cookbook Ripe: A Fresh, Colorful Approach to Fruits and Vegetables. When not behind the camera, she is creating nourishing meals for her family.

TED DANIEL brings a decade’s worth of photography experience to SVPN. While living in New York, he collaborated with Universal Music Group, Victoria’s Secret, and InStyle Magazine. His work has been featured in New York Magazine, Time Out, and Uncut. His love of editorial and landscape photography finds a perfect balance in his new Sun Valley home, where he can enjoy his passion for photography while also hiking, skiing, and getting outdoors with his dog.

LORI WILLIAMS is a freelance writer, copy editor, former home-educator, and native Idahoan who’s lived in Ketchum for 35 years. Also a poet, she records family histories and stories writing in rhyme, and is a self-published children’s book author. When not road-tripping with her husband, she manages a handful of private Valley properties, hikes and bikes, journals, and drinks a ton of green tea.

MARTHA WILLIAMS is a freelance writer who’s lived in the Wood River Valley since 2009. A native of Arkansas, she found her home in Idaho after moving out West to work for a summer in Stanley. She’s held positions around the Valley and currently can be found at The Community Library in Ketchum when she’s not reading or out on the trails.

Originally from Connecticut, LILY MARTIN attended Gettysburg College, studying studio art and art history. She has a master’s degree in modern/contemporary art and the market. In 2020, she left Christie’s Auction House in New York for Ketchum. Calling Sun Valley home, she works at Gail Severn Gallery. Embracing the outdoors and learning to love camping, she spends her free time skiing, hiking, and with friends at the lake, in the river, or on the Grumpy’s patio.

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PRODUCTION & DESIGN

Susan Knight

PUBLISHER Justin Williams 208.720.2142 justin@sunvalleypropertynews.com

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Top: SVMoA patrons admire work by artists, Adam Beris (left) and Ariel Hertwitz, one of many artists in Wish You Were Here, a group exhibition.

Above: Rozzi performs at the OCHI gallery fundraiser.

On Saturday, December 31, Sun Valley Museum of Art (SVMoA) rang in the new year with a fundraiser at OCHI gallery sponsored by AERO. Over 75 guests attended the New Year’s celebration to preview the exhibition Wish You Were Here, featuring new works by contemporary artists. Revelers viewed the art while sipping Phifer Pavitt bubbles and enjoying caviar and canapes by Gastrolab in Ketchum.

Sun Valley Museum of Art Executive Director Jennifer Wells Green welcomed guests, artists, and art collectors and donors, including Bex Wilkinson, Ron and Susan Greenspan, SVMoA Board Director Andie Laporte, and Charles, Sophie, and Susan Sawyers.

The highlight of the evening was a live performance by BMG recording artist and American soul singer Rozzi, fresh off the release of her major label debut album Berry (Deluxe), BMG 2022. Rozzi, who has a personal connection to Sun Valley having visited throughout her life, electrified the audience with an intimate performance of her hit songs Joshua Tree and 66 Days 

SVMoA

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SVMoA patrons (left) Charles, Sophie, and Susan Sawyers

Clockwise from top left:

New Year’s Eve champagne sponsor Phifer Pavitt provided plenty of bubbles to celebrate.

Executive Director Jennifer Wells Green (left) and Bex Wilkinson (right)

patrons (left) Sydney McNiff, Will Suk, and Charlotte McNiff

INSTITUTE IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE LAUNCH OF ITS FIRST SUN VALLEY FOOD & WINE CELEBRATION

March 1-4, 2023

VIP PASSES ON SALE NOW INDIVIDUAL TICKETS WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE MID FEBRUARY

This inaugural event supports the school in raising funds to educate, create new career paths, and help sustain the valley’s restaurant and hospitality community.

With cutting edge and talented chefs from around the nation Sun Valley Culinary Institute (SVCI) introduces guest chefs Jonathon Sawyer, Ethan Stowell, Brittany Rescigno, and Jason Wilson to Sun Valley for a decadent festival of delicious cuisine and events.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Wednesday, March 1st

VIP Reception at SVCI 4-6 PM

Thursday, March 2nd

Gala Dinner, Trail Creek Cabin 6-10 PM

Friday, March 3rd

Cooking Classes at SVCI 11 AM-1 PM & 2-4 PM

Saturday, March 4th

Après Ski at Apples Warm Springs

VIP Closing Party with Chefs 5-7 PM

To learn more about the 2023 Sun Valley Food & Wine Celebration, please go to: sunvalleyculinary.org/sun-valley-food-wine-celebration

Jonathon Sawyer James Beard Award Winner Great Lakes

Ethan Stowell Food & Wine Best New Chef All Star

Brittany Rescigno Chopped Champion and Beat Bobby Flay

Jason Wilson James Beard Award Winner Pacific Northwest

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

February | 2023

SUN VALLEY RESORT

sunvalley.com

EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, AND FRIDAY THROUGHOUT THE WINTER SEASON

Bald Mountain Tours

Complimentary Bald Mountain Tours meet in the Mountain View Room at River Run Lodge and are guided by one of the friendly members of the guest services team (yellow coats). They will guide you around Bald Mountain’s vast terrain and wow you with some amazing historical facts about Sun Valley. Tours are open for all ski levels.

9:30am

FEBRUARY 9

USASA BoarderCross & Slopestyle Event at Dollar Mountain

9am-4pm

Stand-up Comedy Series at the Opera House

FEBRUARY 18

Brandon Vestal MARCH 11

Key Lewis

8-9pm

FEBRUARY 4

Boulder Mountain Tour

50th Anniversary Postrace, BMT Block Party, and Awards Bash at Ketchum Town Square

Food and beverage trucks, awards, music, and a good time will be on tap. Raffle prizes include skis, boots, poles, clothing, bags, and training aids from our generous sponsors and supporters. You must be present to win.

5-7:30pm

bouldermountaintour.com

FEBRUARY 4 THROUGH 12

Hailey Fire & Ice

Snow Carving Chamber of Commerce

Downtown Hailey valleychamber.org

FEBRUARY 18 AND 19

Wood River

Extreme Skijoring

Novice, sport, open, women’s, snowboard couples, and kids stick horse events. Food, beverages, and fun. $7,500 added purse

$10/spectator (kids 12 and under free)

High Noon

81 Browning Lane | Bellevue woodriveresja.com

BLAINE COUNTY RECREATION DISTRICT

1050 Fox Acres Road | Hailey 208.578.2273 bcrd.org

THROUGH FEBRUARY 28

Wood River Trail Challenge

FEBRUARY 11

Ski the Rails

Nordic ski tour along the Wood River Trail

All Day

FEBRUARY 25

Ski Free Day

BCRD offers Nordic and snowshoe trails free to the community.

All Day

PAPOOSE CLUB

papooseclub.org

FEBRUARY 12

Nordic Cup

The cross-country event is open to youth aged 3-13 who may race in skate or classic disciplines.

Quigley Canyon, Hailey, or Sun Valley Nordic Center depending on conditions. 9am-4pm

MARCH 5

KinderCup Races

This 66th-year race has been a mainstay for Wood River Valley children since 1957. This race is only open to children who have NOT raced in a sanctioned race previously. Many local skiers first raced in the KinderCup on their way to competing and winning medals at the Olympics and World Championships.

Dollar Mountain, Sun Valley 8:30am-12:30pm

SUN VALLEY FOOD & WINE CELEBRATION

211 Main Street | Ketchum sunvalleyculinary.org

MARCH 1-4

The Sun Valley Culinary Institute (SVCI) presents a culinary food festival to raise funds to educate students, create new career paths in the Wood River Valley, and support and sustain all the Valley’s culinary establishments, restaurants, and hospitality community. SVCI presents award-winning chefs: Jonathon Sawyer, James Beard Award Winner, Great Lakes; Ethan Stowell, Food & Wine Best New Chef All-Star, Brittany Rescigno, Chopped Champion and Beat Bobby Flay winner; and Jason Wilson, James Beard Award Winner, Pacific Northwest.

Single tickets and VIP packages are available at sunvalleyculinary.org

GALENA LODGE

15187 State Highway 75 | Ketchum 208.726.4010 galenalodge.com

FEBRUARY 4-6

Full Moon Dinner

Ski and snowshoe rentals are available

6:30-8:30pm

FEBRUARY 14

Valentine’s Day Dinner

6:30-8:30pm

FEBRUARY 25

Ski Free Day

Reservations required for dinners Open Daily, 9am-4pm Lunch Served, 11am-3:30pm

MARCH 1

VIP Reception at SVCI with chefs 4-6pm

MARCH 2

Gala Dinner prepared by chefs at Trail Creek Cabin

6-10pm

MARCH 3

Cooking Classes with chefs at SVCI 11am-1pm & 2-4pm

MARCH 4

Après-Ski at Apple’s Warm Springs Party with DJ Alex and chefs open to public | 2-5pm

SMILEY CREEK

16546 State Highway 75 | Ketchum 208.774.3547

smileycreeklodge.com

FEBRUARY 10 AND 24

Smiley Creek Lodge

Supper Club

Venture up north for a cozy dinner at Smiley Creek, featuring farm-to-table five-course meals prepared by a series of guest chefs. Make it a winter getaway by staying in a tiny luxury home and enjoying discounted rates on snowmobile rentals. 6pm

STANLEY

MOUNTAIN VILLAGE RESORT

Velvet Falls Dance Hall

220 Eva Falls Avenue | Stanley mountainvillage.com

Thursday Movie Nights

6pm | kid-friendly 8pm | adult movie

Friday Trivia Night

6pm

FEBRUARY 10

Live Comedy by Kipp Attaway

8pm

FEBRUARY 10 AND 11

2023 Snowmobiler’s Ball & Fun Run!

Meet and Greet | 6pm

FEBRUARY 11

Fun Run

10am-12pm

Mountain Village Resort Parking Lot (all ages welcome)

Silent Auction, Raffle, and Games

7-10pm

FEBRUARY 17

Annual Winterfest Beach Party!

9pm

FEBRUARY 18

Andrew Scotchie & The River Rats

8pm

FEBRUARY 17 AND 18

14th Annual Stanley Winterfest

A President’s Day Weekend Stanley tradition, where weird is good. Mountain Village Beach Kickoff Party, Fat Bike Fondo, Outhouse Races, Whitewater Raft Rides, Live Music & Street Dance, Turkey Bowl, Drag Race, Downhill Tubing, Pick-Up Hockey & Free Skate, Papa Brunees Pizza Slam, Kasino Club ‘70s Disco Party, and much more!

Downtown Stanley stanleywinterfest.com

Stanley Winter Fest

Andrew Scotchie & The River Rats

LET’S LOVE FASHION

SVPN Magazine gathered this winter’s most desired looks, from technical sportswear to curated designer clothing and accessories to keep you in style and looking your Sun Valley best. In this series, we feature lookbooks from Bavarian Soul, Sister, Barry Peterson Fine Jewelers, Baby & Co., and Panache.

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Vietnamese workshop. One worker will have spent at least two days hand-quilting the skirt and intricately stitching this hem. Historically garments were quilted to provide warmth.

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Our Wool Check fabric is warm, somewhat stretchy and breathable, and offers an incomparable natural feel. With a casual cut, and a longer version this modern interpretation of a wool jacket works outdoors and around town.

Down lightweight insulated jacket for outdoor, touring and freeriding. With its 700 fill of recycled down, the lightweight insulated jacket guarantees cozy warmth. It can be packed easily into a small integrated pocket. Due to its cut the jacket is also ideal as an insulation layer under a shell.

Our most popular item, available in multiple colors and styles! Windproof, breathable cross-country skiing and multisport pants with high freedom of movement made from recycled materials. Thanks to the new Stormshell Warm material on the front, the cross-country skiing pants offer effective wind protection and are pleasantly warm, the back made of Thermal Stretch Eco ensures freedom of movement and breathability, the zipper vents on the outer thighs provide maximum ventilation. Ergonomically shaped knees and elastic adjustable waistband ensure high wearing comfort.

Down lightweight insulated jacket for outdoor, touring and freeriding. With its 700 fill of recycled down, the lightweight insulated jacket guarantees cozy warmth. It can be packed easily into a small integrated pocket. Due to its cut the jacket is also ideal as an insulation layer under a shell.

Organic cotton cord overshirt with snap closure, two patch chest pockets and two side pockets. Warming insulation made of Primaloft BIO.

Inside the 1940s cottage that houses Sister is a collection of carefully curated garments created by small batch, slow fashion designers from Japan, Italy, France, Turkey, Israel, the USA and more.

Each garment has been carefully crafted of the finest fabrics. Many are one-of-a-kind. Annette, Sister’s owner, has infused her own designs into her boutique with sweaters and clothing that have been hand-loomed, knitted, crochet and embroidered by artisans in Nepal.

Fashionistas from around the world shop in Sister, knowing they will find the perfect article of clothing that has been created using old-world techniques and the time honored craftsmanship that is lost in today’s fast fashion.

When you step into Sister, you sense the preciousness each garment holds and the love of beautiful fabrics, the care, time and intricate workmanship of craftswomen and men.

This is the heart of Sister.

SULA silk blouses are hand-ruched at the bodice, giving them both form and a loose hug. Lovingly crafted in the Vietnamese countryside by a small family-run business that has been doing handstitching and embroidery in the same way for centuries.

18KR Black Opal Ring with Diamond Halo

This original design by Barry, features a 5.35CT LIGHTNING RIDGE OPAL set in 18K Rose Gold, with a halo of F color, VS clarity round diamonds totaling 2.08CTW in carat weight. Size 7, resizing available at additional cost.

14KW Rhodochrosite Beaded Necklace

This Barry Peterson Jewelers One-of-akind Necklace features Very Rare 14mm Rhodochrosite beads with a 14K White gold clasp set with 0.65ctw of white diamonds.

Tahitian Pearl Necklace

This 18.5” Necklace features 15x17mm Tahitian Pearls w/ 18K White Gold and Diamond Clasp. Call 208-726-5202 for pricing info.

Tahitian Pearl Earrings

This pair of stud earrings feature 13.5mm Black Tahitian Pearls set in 18K White Gold.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVE DONDERO

The Snowflake Collection

The Snowflake is often a traditional seasonal motif representing winter or cold conditions.

The Snowflake has become a Barry Peterson Jewelers signature line, with a rich heritage reflecting Barry’s exquisite craftsmanship.

18KR Dep Brown/Yellow/Orange Diamond Ring

This Barry Peterson original ring features a 5.01CT Pear Shape GIA Fancy Si1 Colored Diamond set in 18K Rose Gold. Size 6.5, resizing available with additional cost.

18KR Baraque Pearl Ring with Diamonds

This 18K Rose Gold Ring features a 16.25mm White Baroque Pearl surrounded by 0.36ctw of White Diamonds. Size 7, resizing available at additional cost.

Pink Jacket-OOFWear / Italy

Fuchsia Crispy Nylon Jacket - padded and insulated - $388

Pink Sweater-Tela / Italy

Pink Ancella Mohair Turtleneck - $381

Black Side Stripe Trouser-Tele / Italy

Glory Trouser - technical wool trouser has front pleats and a contrasting side stripe - $332

Boot-Homer/ Spain

White Planet Leather Boot with a rubber platform sole - $468

Ivory Silk Reversible Jacket - Antipast / Japan  Ivory Jacket is reversible . Woven silk & wool $998

Ivory Pant-Antipast / Japan

Ivory Felted Wool  with a silk satin hemDrawstring waistband  $598

White Mesh Turtleneck-Antipast / Japan  Nylon Mesh Turtleneck with contrasting black flocking on the neck & cuff - $288

Cream Boot-Moma / italy Bone Ankle Boot - Back zip with a chunky heal - $528

Accessories were supplied by Jensen Stern Jewelry

Red Dress - Hannoh Wessel / Paris (made in Italy)

Red  Maple  Dorotea Dress - Cotton - Drawstring waistLace embroidered hemline - $453

Tall Boot - Homer Spain

Tall Black Leather Boot Glove - Side Zip with a light weight rubber lug sole - $528

Black Dress - Hannoh Wessel / ParisMade in Italy

Dorotea Dress - Cotton - Drawstring waist - Lace embroidered hemline -$453

Hat - Cha Cha’s house of Ill Repute / NYC

Wool Turban Ski Cap with Fur Pom Pom - $189

Boot - Homer / Spain

White Planet Leather Boot with a rubber platform sole - $468

Sweater - OOFWear - Italy

Color Block V Neck SweaterWool Blend - $198

Pant - COG The Big Smoke - Japan

Elly Drawstring Trouser in faux leather - Oyster White - $362

Boot - Homer / Spain  Esquivel / Los Angeles

Jolene Hand Painter / Handmade Boot w/ lug sole - $699

PANACHE

PHOTOS KIRSTEN SHULTZ

MANE MUSE MOVES!

To a swanky new location: 180 1st Avenue North

“From Hollywood celebrities to Baldy lifties, we care for everyone. Every head of hair and every person is different, so we can take care of everyone’s needs, desires, and looks, including men, who can receive a range of barber offerings from shaves to beard trims. We use all organic and natural hair products, so no chemicals are used on any scalp. With six stylists, we are always ready for any of our clients.”

—Jamilynn Kaiser, Mane Muse owner

Call for an appointment: Tuesday through Friday | 10am-6pm

Mane Muse

180 1st Avenue North #3 | Ketchum 208.721.3330

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PHOTO BY RAY J. GADD

ELEVATING US THROUGH MUSIC

Cellist Gautier Capuçon performs as An Argyros Original Production

By Sabina Dana Plasse

There’s something about the cello that connects to the mind, body, and soul all at once. It’s a sound that exudes a proper emotion that captures your attention and holds it. It is elegant but with purpose and direction. And when Gautier Capuçon plays, especially on his 1701 Matteo Goffriller cello “L’Ambassadeur,” we reach a dream state from which no one wants to return.

Gautier will perform for his second time at the Argyros Performing Arts Center. However, for this visit as An Argyros Original Production, his performance has been solely created for a Sun Valley audience that adores him and appreciates this 21st-century master musician. Gautier will be accompanied by his longtime musical partner and arranger of 26 years, Jérôme Ducros, on piano. They plan to perform a variety of pieces ranging from classical to contemporary works, including opera and movie music, as well as significant cello sonatas from their repertoire.

Born in Chambéry, France, Gautier began playing the cello at five. He studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur in Paris with Philippe Muller and Annie Cochet-Zakine, and later with Heinrich Schiff in Vienna.

“There are two sides to what I love the most about playing the cello,” says Gautier. “The cello allows me to express myself and what I say with my cello in music. I cannot express it in words. We all have different souls, characters, and hearts. It’s what makes every interpretation different and unique. I express and feel emotions that are so strong that I cannot use words. Therefore, I need the cello. And what I love about the cello is I need to share it.”

For Gautier, it is a privilege to express himself with the cello as art and share it with everyone, as it is a vital part of his purpose and mission as a worldclass musician. “To be in a concert hall and feel the audience react and make a musical journey with them is to feel these emotions. I realize more and more every day that this is a privilege,” he says.

Gautier will only play music to which he has an emotional connection. It must speak to him, which is why you will find many of his recordings of classical and contemporary performances with titles such as

Gautier Capuçon plays a 1701 Matteo Goffriller cello know as the “L’Ambassadeur.”

Souvenirs, Emotions, and Intuition, along with Schumann, Beethoven, and Brahms. “I have one rule, which is always to do a project for the right reasons and never to play music where I don’t feel emotion, or I don’t understand,” he says. “You cannot share your passion if you can’t feel it. It’s like being a comedian or actor. We get into the skin of a composer with a certain culture, period, and story, so I try to get as close to them as I can, and then I can add emotion. It’s all question of balance. The spectrum of music we can share is fascinating.”

Performing with world premiere orchestras, Gautier works with conductors including Lionel Bringuier, Semyon Bychkov, Gustavo Dudamel, Charles Dutoit, Christoph Eschenbach, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, and Yannick NézetSéguin. In addition, he also collaborates with contemporary

composers including Lera Auerbach, Karol Beffa, Esteban Benzecry, Nicola Campogrande, Qigang Chen, Bryce Dessner, Jérôme Ducros, Henry Dutilleux, Thierry Escaich, Philippe Manoury, Bruno Mantovani, Krzysztof Penderecki, Wolfgang Rihm, and Jörg Widmann.

“I do many different projects,” Gautier says. “When I start a project, it is always for the same reason. I believe in it, and my heart tells me to do it. So, I go from playing charity concerts to performing for sick children in hospitals and performing solo, concerts, and chamber music.”

Besides performing internationally with many of the world’s foremost conductors and instrumentalists, he is also the founder and leader of the “Classe d’Excellence de Violoncelle” at the Foundation Louis Vuitton in

Paris and a passionate ambassador for the Orchestre à l’École Association, which brings classical music to more than 42,000 school children across France. As a result, children have been able to study music at school and play an instrument where most would never have had a chance to do so without this organization.

Gautier has won multiple awards for his expressive musicianship, exuberance, and virtuosity. In January 2022, Gautier launched his foundation to support young and talented musicians at the beginning of their careers, increasing his commitment to young artists. Gautier’s foundation works with young musicians, 18 to 25 years old. In addition, he has conducted a cello class since 2014.

“It is a very challenging time for young musicians,” he says. “When these young musicians finish music school, they are all of a sudden on their own. During COVID, I realized how difficult it was for them, and now it is even more so, which is why I launched the foundation.”

In its first year, Gautier’s foundation helped 11 young musicians worldwide, provided €120,000 in scholarship funding, and created partnerships with concert halls and festivals. However, Gautier always thinks of the big picture and has a long-term vision for these performers, perhaps even coming to The Argyros one day.

“We have created a recording with pianist Kim Bernard,” says Gautier. “A second recording will be created with Warner Classics for next June. The foundation would not have been possible without the help of my dear friends Dan and Martine Drackett. Their support of classical music and art and the younger generation has been extremely generous and important.”

Gautier and Ducros will interrupt a European tour to fly halfway across the world to perform at The Argyros, in an intimate setting, unlike a large concert hall, for only a few days. “Sun Valley is a special place for me,” he says. “The first time I came to Sun Valley was to perform with the Sun Valley Music Festival and Alasdair Neale, who is amazing. It is an extraordinary place and destination. Then, I came last February to perform at The Argyros, which was beautiful. I cannot wait to return and, of course, to ski.” 

Gautier Capuçon with Jérôme Ducros

February 25

7:30-9pm

$85-$50 with complimentary cocktails and wine

$25 students

The Argyros Performing Arts Center 120 Main Street | Ketchum, ID, US 208.726.7872

theargyros.org

To learn more about Gautier Capuçon’s foundation, visit fondationgautiercapucon.com.

Gautier Capuçon is an internationally renowned French cellist whose repertoire includes classical and contemporary works.

“I cannot think of a better place on the planet to have this event than the Wood River Valley because of its love for what is good and, of course, film.”

—George Prentice

MOVIE NIGHT IN SUN VALLEY WITH GEORGE PRENTICE

Sun Valley Film Festival presents exciting new events

By Sabina Dana Plasse

Appealing to a broader audience, the Sun Valley Film Festival (SVFF) is programming beyond its annual festival event, March 29-April 2, 2023, to offer more to its patrons and devoted film-going audience. The Sun Valley community and visitors alike can prepare for an exceptional evening with a 2023 Oscar-nominee film discussion with George Prentice, host of NPR’s Morning Edition at Boise State Public Radio, and a sneak preview of the first episode of Netflix’s popular series Outer Banks with actor Charles Esten along with series creator and showrunner Josh Pate.

MOVIE NIGHT IN SUN VALLEY WITH GEORGE PRENTICE

A pillar of SVFF Coffee Talks, a festival favorite since its inception, Idaho’s most regarded journalist George Prentice is one of SVFF’s most celebrated guests, interviewers, and all-around knowledgeable hosts. If you are an Idahoan living in the Wood River Valley, chances are George Prentice is a household name from his years at the Boise Weekly and now at Boise State Public Radio, the local NPR station and, a favorite among many Wood River Valley listeners. As a serious political, criminal justice, healthcare, and business journalist, George views movies as a chance to plug into the other side of life and reveal stories that listeners can appreciate as unique experiences.

“I think we’re all looking for something different,” says George. “When we talk about and explore movies, we have a lot of excellent meaningful conversations, especially those bigger conversations that relate to Idaho and our current existence.”

George will bring his popular and fascinating Movie Night, which he launched at The Flicks in Boise, as an event to The Argyros to discuss several of this year’s Oscar-nominated films and engage the audience in some movie trivia, facts, and inside reporting on the nominees with an opportunity to win some prizes, which George garnered directly from movie studios. In addition, the evening will be a celebration of film with SVFF and Boise State Public Radio.

As a regular Toronto Film Festival attendee, George will share his conversations with Sarah Polley, director of Women Talking, The Fabelmans, Steven Spielberg, and Darren Aronofsky’s The Whale, based in Idaho, and that’s just a start.

George will discuss a range of topics within several of the current Oscar-nominated films gleaned from his interviews. For instance, he shares that The Whale ’s writer Sam Hunter, an Idaho native, said to him, “It’s really easy for cynicism to

masquerade as sophistication or intelligence… Cynicism is cheap and easy. Having faith in other people is way harder than thinking the world is garbage,” providing a much greater sense of meaning and perspective offered by The Whale.

George hopes to channel the audience’s curiosity into a bigger and perhaps deeper meaning in terms of how these films and others inform our lives, along with shaping these stories for the silver screen.

“Having an open discussion along with trivia questions and prizes will make the evening more like a party you’ve always wanted to go to,” says George. “I cannot think of a better place on the planet to have this event than the Wood River Valley because of its love for what is good and, of course, film.”

Dedicated to research, backstory, source material, and where everything plugs into our lives and how it advances the art form, George will explore it all and reveal some exciting news for the 2023 Sun Valley Film Festival. This noteworthy event is a must-attend, with plans to have it be a yearly gathering. 

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 MOVIE NIGHT IN SUN VALLEY WITH GEORGE PRENTICE

5:30pm | $10

The Argyros Performing Arts Center Main Street | Ketchum

Tickets | sunvalleyfilmfestival.org

*Admission with cabaret table seating in the front is included with the purchase of an SVFF Patron Pass.

SVFFIRST LOOK AT OUTER BANKS

In advance of the highly anticipated third season of NETFLIX’s Outer Banks, join SVFF for an SVFFirst Look at episode one with actor Charles Esten, who plays Ward Cameron, and series creator and showrunner Josh Pate at The Argyros. A Q&A will follow the screening with Charles and Josh.

“On the heels of a successful Coffee Talk with the younger cast members at last year’s SVFF, I am thrilled to welcome seasoned actor and friend Charles Esten to Sun Valley to talk about his craft and experience working on Outer Banks,” says Josh. “To share the first episode of season three with our friends in the Wood River Valley in advance of the premiere on February 23, 2023, is a bonus.”

Over the last few years, Charles, a singer, songwriter, and actor, has become best known for his role as Ward Cameron in the NETFLIX global hit show Outer Banks. In addition, Charles plays Deacon Claybourne in ABC/CMT’s Nashville He has performed in hundreds of live concerts, including multiple headline tours in the U.S., Germany, Amsterdam, and the UK, including at the Royal Albert Hall. In early 2020, unfortunately, his central stage performance as part of the famous Country2Country festival in Europe was cut short by the pandemic.

For over a year during the pandemic lockdown, Charles entertained fans virtually with his weekly FacebookLive Quarantine Livestream drawing over 1.5 million views. Charles has resumed live performances, most notably on the Grand Ole Opry, where he has made more than 150 appearances. He was excited to open at The Ryman for Deanna Carter in November 2021. In his adopted hometown of Nashville, Tennessee, Charles serves as the National Honorary Spokesperson for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s annual “Light The Night” Walk and as a board member and volunteer for Musicians On Call.

When not filming or touring, he continues to write and record his music, with over ten million streams to date. In addition, he holds a 2018 Guinness World Record for releasing 54 original songs available on iTunes and Spotify once a week for 54 consecutive weeks. In May 2022, Charles released a new single, “Worst Day”—a duet with Julia Cole, a CMT Next Women of Country, Class of ’22. “This song is a flat-out upbeat banger about the joy of having that someone you love right there beside you in the good times, and even more especially, in the hard times too!” says Charles, who is currently working on an album of new music for release in 2023. 

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 OUTER BANKS, THIRD SEASON, EPISODE ONE

Thanks to the generous support of festival Patrons, this event is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. As with the popular Coffee Talks, Festival pass holders receive priority access.

Free | 5pm

The Argyros Performing Arts Center

Main Street | Ketchum

*SVFF Patrons are invited to a meet and greet reception in the Bailey Studio at 4pm with Charles Esten and Josh Pate.

Purchase any pass before February 20, 2023, and receive pass holder priority access to the special Outer Banks screening

MARCH 29-APRIL 2, 2023

Sun Valley Film Festival

PATRON PASS | $2,500

Patrons receive the highest level of access to the Festival and are invited to attend the coveted Vision Dinner. Other highlights include first-priority access to all Festival films, Coffee Talks, parties, and panels, as well as Festival HQ and the Green Room at The Argyros. Additionally, Patrons receive a Festival jacket, premium gift bag, recognition, and a $1,250 tax deduction.

INSIDER PASS | $1,000

Priority access to all Festival films, Coffee Talks, parties, and panels, as well as Festival HQ and the Green Room at The Argyros. Get the inside scoop with access to the Opening Celebration and a premium gift bag.

FESTIVAL PASS

|

$500

Second priority access to all Festival films, Coffee Talks, parties, and panels, as well as Festival HQ. The Festival Pass gets you entry to the heart and soul of the Festival.

FILM PASS

| $200

Third priority access to all Festival films and Coffee Talks. This pass is for the film lover.

STUDENT PASS | $75

Aimed for high school and college students, this pass gives the next generation of storytellers access to five films during the Festival, a sampling of panels and receptions, plus priority access to select free events, including Coffee Talks and the OBX3 screening.

Pass holders must arrive 30 minutes prior to screenings and events to take advantage of the priority access before all other entrants.

To purchase passes or tickets, visit sunvalleyfilmfestival.org.

Left: Outer Banks with Charles Esten Below: Charles Esten

It takes desire and ambition to forge a new path. There is a pioneering spirit that fuels us; it’s at the heart of what makes life so special here. It’s in the beauty of the pines, rivers and the lakes with mountain views, but it’s also something deeply authentic in the air. The drive to discover and explore is key to our sense of home.

That’s why we at Engel & Völkers want to join your dream home expedition. Whether you are a longtime local, or you are relocating here with a pole and a dream, our commitment to our clients remains the same in Sun Valley & around the world: delivering a bespoke real estate experience tailored to you.

Learn More at sunvalley.evrealestate.com

MIKE MURPHY JESSICA BLAKE SVEA GROVER TRAVIS JONES REID SANBORN

DARLENE YOUNG KELSEY BATES

MIKE MEUCCI ANDI MEUCCI GEORGE MAURTUA

MIKE SCHIRF SPENCER CORDOVANOCARTER ROWAND TRINI PULLEN MARYLAND DOLL

KENT KREITLER SHANNON DALEY ALEX HANSEL JOHNATHAN GILMOUR

GUIDING THE WAY FROM CONCEPT TO CLOSING

As a luxury brand, Engel & Völkers specializes in many services and divisions, including Development Services. Development Services assists clients with their residential and commercial projects through every step of the process, helping to design and execute personally tailored solutions for each client and project’s specific needs.

NEW DEVELOPMENT DOWNTOWN KETCHUM

760 N WASHINGTON AVE #201 | KETCHUM, ID

$2,950,000 • 3 BED • 3 BATH • +/- 1,872 SQ.FT.

The latest offering and only available unit left of three new developments in the downtown core. The Ida Building is a quintessential Ketchum getaway, with all the entertainment, dining and nightlife of the city moments away.

Scheduled for completion in Spring of 2023, this 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom new build features a thoughtful mountaincontemporary design, amazing southern exposure with Baldy views, spacious one-car garage with additional covered parking, and direct elevator access to your home.

Learn more at reidsanborn.evrealestate.com

REID SANBORN | 208-720-8244

Reid Sanborn +1 208-720-8244

reid.sanborn@evrealestate.com

www.reidsanborn.evrealestate.com

/ reidsanborn

STUNNING TOWNHOME IN WARM SPRINGS

401 SAGE ROAD #A | KETCHUM, IDAHO

$4,495,000 • 4 BED • 6 BATH • +/- 3,660 SQFT

This is the most stunning Townhome you have ever seen, with 4 bedrooms, 6 baths, 2 powder rooms, great room, family room, office, oversized two car garage with room for loads of outdoor equipment. The outdoor space has 2 areas, a hot tub, new trees and landscaping for privacy! No detail left out. Top of the line everything including air conditioning. Quiet location on Sage Road in Warm Springs. Being sold furnished.

Learn more at murphyblakegroup.evrealestate.com

MIKE MURPHY | 208-720-3323

JESSICA BLAKE | 208-720-7566

Mike Murphy & Jessica Blake

Mike: +1 208-720-3323

Jessica: +1 208-720-7566

murphyblakegroup@evrealestate.com

murphyblakegroup.evrealestate.com

Mike:

GET TO KNOW THE DYNAMIC DUO

A FEW WORDS FROM MIKE & JESSICA’S CLIENTS

“Thank you, Jessica and Mike! Your navigation guided me through a nerve-wracking transition... As a result, I own the perfect condo in the ideal location—and at a good price. You both made the process of making a series of significant decisions as easy as it could be done, especially in such a challenging market.”

- Diana Rathborne

“We can honestly say that we are delighted with both transactions. Mike and Jessica went far beyond our expectations to make our process as near-perfect as possible. They genuinely demonstrate team success.”

- Vicki Serles & Cliff Hersman

Mike Murphy & Jessica Blake

Mike: +1 208-720-3323

Jessica: +1 208-720-7566

murphyblakegroup@evrealestate.com www.murphyblakegroup.evrealestate.com

As we wrap up the holiday season and head into 2023, we’d like to express our gratitude for the opportunity to serve this wonderful community. 2022 was our most successful year in real estate! We feel fortunate to work with such great clients in beautiful Southern Marin and beyond. Peruse some of our active listings and recent sales below. Reach out to let us help you with your next real estate experience!

Silvercreek Living - 31 E McKercher Blvd, Hailey, ID

Priced far below replacement, this is an excellent opportunity to reposition a quality asset. Completed in 2017, Silvercreek Senior Living has been meticulously maintained. The complex consists of two 16-bedroom buildings with extensive & well-appointed common areas, including a commercial kitchen in each building, plus an exercise studio and barbershop in Building A and a large gathering/game room in Building B. The property, including all furniture, fixtures, & equipment, is offered for sale, unencumbered with no leases or management/operating contracts. Call us for more information!

The Haven

This is a business opportunity only with no real estate involved in the sale. This thriving business has been a pillar of the Wood River Community serving established businesses like Allen & Company, events at the Argyros, private parties year-round, catering weddings all over the valley. The Haven also operated a successful counter service prior to primarily focusing on catering. ‘The haven is a restaurant, caterer and small event venue. Grandma pearl always described the haven as a safe refuge. The haven encompasses a place people can enjoy, no matter the daily event. Celebrations, take away for your family, or special orders to make your life more simple.’ —Kellee Havens

This is a business opportunity only with no real estate involved in the sale. This thriving business has been a pillar Wood River Community serving established businesses like Allen & Company, events at the Argyros, private parties round, catering weddings all over the valley. The Haven also operated a successful counter service prior to primarily on catering. ‘The haven is a restaurant, caterer and small event venue. Grandma pearl always described the haven refuge. The haven encompasses a place people can enjoy, no matter the daily event. Celebrations, take away for or special orders to make your life more simple.’-Kellee Havens

Makenzie Callaghan Sales Specialist

Makenzie Callaghan

Keller Williams Sun Valley Southern Idaho

Stephanie Reed Real Estate

makenzie@stephanie-reed.com

Keller Williams Sun Valley Southern Idaho Sales Specialist

(208) 720-9987

(208) 720-9987

stephanie-reed.com

makenziecallaghan@gmail.com

THE LUXURY OF SUN VALLEY LIVING

THE LUXURY OF SUN VALLEY LIVING

Whether we’re fortunate enough to reside here, or visit as often as time allows, we know that life in Sun Valley is a luxury... infinite recreational opportunities, superb arts culture, a focus on healthy living, and a true sense of community.

GRAYDON & HEATHER BURNETT BURNETT PROPERTIES

Whether we’re fortunate enough to reside here, or visit as often as time allows, we know that life in Sun Valley is a luxury... infinite recreational opportunities, superb arts culture, a focus on healthy living, and a true sense of community.

It’s a luxury worth investing in.

It’s a luxury worth investing in.

Grady, Associate Broker / Partner • 208.720.0906

Heather, Agent • 208.721.0484

GRAYDON & HEATHER BURNETT BURNETT PROPERTIES

sunvalleyidahoproperties.com

GRAYDON & HEATHER BURNETT BURNETT PROPERTIES

Grady, Associate Broker / Partner • 208.720.0906

Heather, Agent • 208.721.0484

Grady, Associate Broker / Partner • 208.720.0906

Heather, Agent • 208.721.0484

sunvalleyidahoproperties.com

sunvalleyidahoproperties.com

Knob Hill Residence

Knob Hill Residence

Whether we’re fortunate enough to reside here, or visit as often as time know that life in Sun Valley is a luxury... infinite recreational opportunities, superb arts culture, a focus on healthy living, and a true sense of community. a luxury worth investing in.

$8,950,000-

We are excited to recognize Lisa Turnure, Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties - Sun Valley, for her success in 2022. Lisa joined our company with nearly two decades of experience as a Global Luxury Director for Coldwell Banker Bain, in Seattle, Washington. Lisa has received many accolades in recent years for the state of Washington including one of the top producing agents, the #1 ranking Coldwell Banker agent in Seattle, and one of the top thirty Coldwell Banker agents in the nation! As a seasoned veteran in selling luxury real estate, her career sales volume exceeds $500 million in the residential market.

Lisa is one of twenty-one Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Ambassadors worldwide; an elite group of the best in the industry, tasked with sharing advantages of Coldwell Banker's unique luxury r eal estate marketing platform throughout the world. Ambassadors are hand-selected based on sales volume, experience, and expertise.

She is also a member of the International Luxury Alliance, a group of eighty brokers worldwide who collaborate and share ideas, as well as a platform to market their listings through a national and international network of highly productive brokers.

Lisa and her husband ar e not new to Sun Valley and have been homeowners here for many years with deep roots in the area through their respective parents, who share a history in the valley as well. Lisa is dual licensed in Washington State and assists clients in both the Seattle/Bellevue, Washington and Sun Valley markets.

Please contact Lisa for your real estate needs in the Sun Valley and Seattle markets.

106 SANDY LANE

This is an amazing 1920's frontier-style cabin with all the 2022 modern conveniences you would want. Just 15 minutes from the lifts and only minutes from natural hot springs. This sunny Warm Springs property is stunning! The bark siding and cedar shake roof make a great first impression. As you walk through the log truss entry, you are immediately drawn to the stunning 24’ x 24’ sunroom. The great room has a handstacked river rock fireplace and vaulted ceilings with south-facing windows. The incredible kitchen features a 7-foot island, a red Elmira stove, and an oak ice box. The main floor master has a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with a clawfoot tub. There is state-of-the-art radiant floor heat throughout, active and passive solar, and fire suppression systems. Other features include Alabama Heart Pine flooring, a heated garage, a twosided deck, and lots of storage. Showings will be by appointment only.

4 Bedrooms - 3.5 Bathrooms - 5,513 SQ FT

Offered at $3,900,000

104 TIMBER WAY

Iconic 47 mid valley estate parcel, minutes from downtown Ketchum/River Run. Forty acres of fabulous views, good winter sun, year around flowing water, pond, water fall, water rights, with end of the road gated privacy and no HOA. Approximately 20 acres of flat irrigated land, ready to build ground. Bermed for privacy, roo m for your equestrian facility, green houses, orientation works for a polo field, small aircraft landing strip, heliport, passive and active solar systems. Ski, hike, bike, fish, horseback trail riding, right from Your Own Private Idaho. Nothing like it available in our upper valley.

Offered at $7,000,000

MEET OUR TEAM OF REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS

DEBORAH SIEVERS

(208) 720-0782 deborah.sievers@coldwellbanker.com

ELLIE ELLIS

(208) 309-1242 ellie@ellieellis.com

JANINE BEAR

(208) 720-1254 janine@janinebear.com

JOSH FIELDS

(208) 720-4063 jeannie.kiel@gmail.com

JIM KUEHN

(208) 720-1212 jim@svmproperties.com

(208) 720-8681 josh@ fieldsdistinctiveproperties.com

NED BURNS

(208) 309-1183 ned@nedburnsrealestate.com

RICK DIORIO

(208) 720-2899 rickinsunvalley@gmail.com

SHANE CARDEN

(208) 309-8112 scarden5@icloud.com

LISA TURNURE

(206) 919-6605 lisaturnure@coldwellbankersv.com

STEVE TREFALLER

(208) 720-8391 steve.trefaller@gmail.com

DOUGLAS NIEDRICH

(208) 720-2088 doug@quickcamo.com

MICHELLE HIXON

(208) 850-4708 michelle@darkskyrealty.com

DAWN SABO

(208) 274-4811 dawn.sabo@coldwellbanker.com

MIA L. CHERP

(208) 720-8113 miacherp.cbdp@gmail.com

MATT CHRISTIAN

HEIDI HOGAN

KERRY DURELS

(917) 751-9565 krdurels@gmail.com

JEANNIE KIEL (208) 720-7488 matt.christian@ coldwellbanker.com

(208) 720-5466 heidi.hogan@ coldwellbankersv.com

BUSTERBACK RANCH

$11,995,000

www.busterbackranch.com

An estate home that is unlike any other in the Valley. Setting itself apart not only by its beauty and simplicity, but also with its cutting edge technology and design. Brought to you by Osborne Construction, the home was originally purchased in 2020 and brought down to the studs to be built back up over the past two and a half years.

Equipped with state of art electronics, appliances, and fixtures, imparting a sense of grandeur while also easily livable, this 6 bedroom, 11 bathroom masterpiece is sure to exceed the expectations of your most discerning clients. Mainly single oor living, with an additional spa wing on the lower level off of the pool and in-ground spa. Two additional flex rooms provide opportunities for creativity and speci city, depending on the buyer’s preference. Everything about this home allows for seamless indoor-outdoor living, for grand entertaining or casually elegant gatherings. We are honored to present this exceptional, incomparable, indelible estate home.

Please contact Linda Badell with Badell | Jones Real Estate Services linda@lindabadell.com | 208.720.6040 | visit www.455nbigwood.com

WORLD-CLASS, UNIQUE HORSE RANCH PROPERTY. A private, magnificent, 80-acre property where relaxed luxury and sophistication meet Western sensibility. Located in the Stanley Basin, just 40 minutes from world-famous Sun Valley, the ranch includes a stunning 5,700 square foot main house, three Ralph Lauren-inspired guest cabins, a three bedroom manager’s house, a barn, and numerous outbuildings. With the splendor of the Sawtooth Mountain Range and its magnificent sunrises and sunsets, abundant wildlife, and expansive, star-filled night outside your front door, there is no better place to hang your hat and call home. Please contact Linda Badell with Badell | Jones Real Estate Services at linda@lindabadell.com or 208.720.6040.

455 N Bigwood Drive $21,850,000

9 Busterback Lane

$11,995,000

WORLD-CLASS, UNIQUE HORSE RANCH PROPERTY.

A private, magni cent, SO-acre property where relaxed luxury and sophistication meet Western sensibility. Located in the Stanley Basin, just 40 minutes from world-famous Sun Valley, the ranch includes a stunning 5,700 square foot main house, three Ralph Lauren-inspired guest cabins, a three bedroom manager’s house, a barn, and numerous outbuildings. With the splendor of the Sawtooth Mountain Range and its magni cent sunrises and sunsets, abundant wildlife, and expansive, star- lled night outside your front door, there is no better place to hang your hat and call home.

Please contact Linda Badell with Badell I Jones Real Estate Services at linda@lindabadell.com or 208.720.6040.

BUSTERBACK RANCH

$11,995,000

www.busterbackranch.com

Perfectly situated on 2.77 acres of exquisite river front property, this home sits amongst the nest estates in the Sun Valley Area. Arriving in the circular driveway, one is immediately drawn in by the compelling contemporary architecture and delighted by the feeling of quiet and privacy. Walking into the expansive living area, oor to ceiling windows look onto an expansive view of the Big Wood River. The backyard is on the river and faces east for enjoyable evening entertainment; it is rare that a riverfront home faces east, even though it is the most preferable direction. The chef’s kitchen, well appointed with top of the line appli-ances, opens to the breakfast nook and a cozy media area. A spacious master bedroom, reading room, of ce, and three other bedrooms complete the main oor.The lower oor has ample space to ful ll all of your own imaginations and to create your perfect oasis.

WORLD-CLASS, UNIQUE HORSE RANCH PROPERTY. A private, magnificent, 80-acre property where relaxed luxury and sophistication meet Western sensibility. Located in the Stanley Basin, just 40 minutes from world-famous Sun Valley, the ranch includes a stunning 5,700 square foot main house, three Ralph Lauren-inspired guest cabins, a three bedroom manager’s house, a barn, and numerous outbuildings. With the splendor of the Sawtooth Mountain Range and its magnificent sunrises and sunsets, abundant wildlife, and expansive, star-filled night outside your front door, there is no better place to hang your hat and call home. Please contact Linda Badell with Badell | Jones Real Estate Services at linda@lindabadell.com or 208.720.6040.

Please contact Linda Badell with Badell I Jones Real Estate Services at linda@lindabadell.com or 208.720.6040.

130 Golden Eagle $7,500,000

Nelson

Brooks

Your Mountain Home Awaits

Timeless, contemporary townhomes in the heart of Elkhorn.

Clean lines, open floor plans, and the warmth of timber and stone blend together to deliver the essence of elevated mountain living.

Sited on 4.5 acres, Sunshine is surrounded by a boundless backyard playground with convenient access to golf, rivers, trails, and mountains with close proximity to destination shopping, dining, and seasonal festivities in Ketchum and Sun Valley.

43 PREMIER TOWNHOMES WITH FLOOR PLAN OPTIONS RANGING FROM

1,543 to 3,389 sqft

2 to 5 Bedrooms

2 to 4.5 Bathrooms

1 or 2 Attached Private Garages

NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS.

125 Mountain Creek Drive, Warm Springs Ranch Residences, Ketchum

Enjoy the year-round convenience of living in one of Ketchum’s newest locations. Unique opportunity to own in the exciting new development of Warm Springs Ranch Residences. Enjoy the sounds of Warm Springs Creek while taking in the amazing views of the surrounding mountains. In-town convenience with the luxury of waterfront environment.

$2,750,000

STUART HOAG

208.720.3111

stuart@stuarthoag.com

300 N. Main Street, Ketchum

206 Bannock Drive, Indian Creek

Enjoy space, privacy and sweeping views from this exceptional Indian Creek lot. With over 4 ½ acres, this exceptional lot offers two building sites to use and enjoy. One site provides access to Indian Creek Road, the other site provides access to Bannock Road and offers an elevated view of the surrounding valley.

$595,000

STUART HOAG

208.720.3111

stuart@stuarthoag.com

300 N. Main Street, Ketchum

Immerse yourself in natural beauty from this 2.5+ acre lot that is adjacent to open space and the Bigwood River beyond. A rare undeveloped parcel, surrounded by established homes in a serene location. Starweather is ideally situated between the Bigwood River and the Blaine County Recreation trail system with easy access to Ketchum/ Sun Valley and Hailey. Private location with abundant open space.

$2,198,000

SUMMER BALDWIN

Associate Broker

208.720.2071 | summersunvalley.com

LOCAL

• EXPERIENCED • PROVEN

Summer is proud to be recognized as a 2021 Christie’s International Real Estate Luxury Specialist! Let Summer’s 21+ years experience and 5th generation local insight be your guide to the Sun Valley lifestyle.

WARM SPRINGS RANCH RESIDENCES

REAL ESTATE

Easy access to town, biking, hiking, fishing and skiing and adjacent to the new Warm Springs Preserve. Mountain contemporary architecture by Carmen Finegan Architecture, Blincoe Architecture, M.O.D.E. LLC, open floor plans, interiors by The Picket Fence. Pricing from $4,995,000.

LOCATED IN THE HEART OF

, Sun Valley Standard is a boutique real estate firm specializing in luxury residential real estate sales and development. Sun Valley Standard is the culmination of over twenty years of experience and client relations in the Sun Valley market. A dream and vision of owner, Sonya Johnston, Sun Valley Standard is the first of its kind in Sun Valley and the preeminent choice for all of your real estate needs in the Wood River Valley and beyond.

Visit www.sunvalleystandard.com to learn more or call today to schedule a private tour: 208-721-0411.

FIFTH & MAIN

THE NEXT LEVEL OF LUXURY

The ultimate Sun Valley property

• Two homes on 4.36 acres

• 11 bedrooms, 14 baths, 15,000+ square feet

• Main home features 6 hotel-caliber guest suites

• Massage room, heated pool, spa, gym

• Endless views, next to 16 acres of open space

• Five minutes from town

If luxury is a state of mind, WELCOME TO YOUR HOME STATE.

EXCLUSIVE GIMLET ESTATE

Located minutes from downtown Ketchum, this elegant lodge-style home on 3 parcels / 276 acres is situated on the banks of a spring-fed lake with elevated views of Bald Mountain. Seize this once in a lifetime opportunity to be the successor steward of one of Idaho’s most exclusive legacy properties.

10,362 SF of Residential Space

1 Bedroom Guest Apartment Offered for $17,750,000

Sue Engelmann | 208.720.0680

Pam Rheinschild | 208.720.5577

Introducing

416 N 1st Avenue, Hailey

This rare, spacious 3,994 sq. ft. gem covers two lush corner lots in Old Hailey.

Five large bedrooms, fully furnished, most with separate entrances and decks, and five-and-a-half baths. Generous, charming living and entertaining spaces, with French doors leading to a herring bone paver courtyard and outdoor kitchen, and spa. Next to restaurants, shops, and public transportation. Fantastic family home, multi-family home, Bed & Breakfast Inn, Airbnb Retreat or rooms for employees. Two-car garage, storage shed, and parking for six vehicles. Selling furnished. | $2,300,000

Call today to schedule a tour of this lovely property.

LENORE CARROLL REALTOR®

Silvercreek Realty Group

(208) 720-0769 - cell

lenore@lenorecarroll.com

Website: lenorecarroll.com

CLAM BAY OCEANFRONT ESTATE, FARM & VINEYARD ON PENDER ISLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA

• 105-acre parcel with over a half mile of oceanfront, farm land and forest

• 5.5-acre vineyard, producing Pinot Noir, Siegerrebe and Ortega grapes

• 260-foot dock allows for the owner and guests to arrive by boat, yacht or seaplane

• Point House - a 7,000 sq ft architectural masterpiece - modern, organic, West Coast design

• Guest and staff accommodation include a farmhouse, barn, staff building, gym, guest suites and caretaker's house

• Property is accessible by ferry from Vancouver or Sidney, or 20 minutes via seaplane to Vancouver

• https://www.clambay.com/

Scott Piercy

scott.piercy@evrealestate.com

250-686-7789

James Leblanc

james.leblanc@evrealestate.com

250-812-7212

www.luxurybchomes.com

735 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC, V8W

FOURTH AVE RESIDENCES

Introducing FOURTH AVENUE RESIDENCES, two thoughtfully designed contemporary style single family residences. Conveniently located in West Ketchum, just blocks from restaurants, shops, the Big Wood River and Hemingway School.

Separate and staggered placement allows for privacy and views on two levels, and the reverse floor plan takes advantage of views and light. An open floor plan on the upper level presents floor-to-ceiling windows and ease of living in the kitchen and living room, making these townhomes great for entertaining. A large deck off the kitchen, living and primary bedroom allows for a seamless indoor/outdoor experience.

Reservations now available.

staceyandmalea@sunvalleybh.com

sunvalleybh.com

VALLEY HOUSING CRISIS RELIEF

Locals share housing stories with Lease to Locals solution

By

Martin

The persisting housing crisis afflicting Blaine County is not new, but a viable solution for the immediate future is finally offering some relief. As part of their Housing Action Plan (HAP), the City of Ketchum has piloted a new program known as Lease to Locals. The one-year program, initiated on October 1, 2022, intends to create and unlock housing for residents in need. Based in Truckee, California, Landing Locals has been contracted to oversee operations with more than $400,000 in funding for grants to homeowners who participate.

Landing Locals, founded by Kai and Colin Frolich in March 2019, was created to help solve the housing crisis in vacation towns. They do this through their trusted online platform, which connects homeowners who have underutilized properties or short-term rentals with local tenants needing housing. In addition, the Lease to Locals program further bolsters this effort by providing cash incentives for owners who convert their properties into longer-term rentals.

“The Wood River Valley Lease to Locals program has already seen early indicators of success,” says Colin Frolich, co-founder and CEO of Landing Locals. “Just a few months into the program, we’ve converted ten properties into new seasonal and long-term rentals for locals, and we expect to see continued momentum in 2023.”

According to the 2020 census, 66% of Ketchum’s housing stock is vacant, seasonally occupied, or short-term rented. The local workforce and their employers are largely shouldering the implications of this trend. In turn, the

Lily

Photos by Halsey Pierce

Wood River Valley is seeing dramatic changes in staffing shortages, shuttered businesses, and the overall culture of an incredibly unique place. Lease to Locals aims to shrink the growing gap between homeowners and community members by encouraging altruism in the name of our neighbors and providing cash incentives of up to $18,000 for those willing to rent their property to a local.

But who are the locals? We decided to feature three individuals who have offered to share their experiences with housing here in the Wood River Valley.

Jill Parker is a Bellevue, Idaho, native who has lived and worked all over the Valley, but you might recognize her from Apple’s Bar & Grill. She had recently settled into a rental at the Limelight Condominiums in Ketchum. “I had a stroke of good luck. It was a nice, unique little place with a view of the mountains. I had an awesome landlord and neighbors, plus the rent was fair,” says Jill. Tragically, Jill’s apartment was one of the 26 homes destroyed by the accidental fire within the complex on September 3, 2022, which also happened to be her birthday. Without rental insurance, she lost everything, most devastatingly, a lifetime of photos and her cat, Lily, who is still missing. “I was a wreck, but my friends were there for me. I’m filled with gratitude for the firefighters,” says Jill.

Fortunately, Jill was put in touch with a second homeowner who was offering her Elkhorn condo to disaster victims. Not only did this give Jill a solid place to get back on her feet, but through Lease to Locals, she and her new landlord both benefited from supplemented rent. “She wanted to help out of the kindness of her heart,” Jill explains of her landlord, “but I am glad that the incentive offered by the program could reward her.”

Alex Kuntz was born and raised here in the Valley but officially moved back to town eight years ago. Since then, she has primarily worked in the food service industry and as a florist in the summer. Alex attempted to strike out on her own after buying a matcha business in 2020. Unfortunately, housing insecurity's financial and mental stress eclipsed her entrepreneurial spirit. Around this time, Alex was unexpectedly forced out of an apartment that had been put on the market. She quickly paid $1,500 a month for an Elkhorn one-bedroom with a mold problem. Then, when the rent increased to $1,800 in the throes of COVID, Alex was sent packing again. These unforeseen circumstances and expenses meant she had to reprioritize basic survival over her dreams.

Without resources or time to save the business, Alex had to let it go. Ultimately, she found a place to live in Hailey, which meant leaving her job as a server at the Grill at Knob Hill in Ketchum. Understandably, she couldn’t manage the 11pm commute home after a long shift, which proved especially treacherous in the winter months. Alex explained that her landlord currently has two people living in trailers in her backyard. “She is trying to help in the ways she can, but she’s just one person who happens to have a little bit of extra land,” says Alex.

Thankfully, through Lease to Locals, Alex and her boyfriend are looking forward to moving into an affordable (and mold-free) home together in Warm Springs. “We make

“I think the people who can’t afford to buy houses or be super secure work hard because they love this place so much, but where is the breaking point?”

—Alex Kuntz

“I had a stroke of good luck. It was a nice, unique little place with a view of the mountains. I had an awesome landlord and neighbors, plus the rent was fair.”

—Jill Parker

“I’ve lived in nine houses in the past six and a half years, all of which have either sold and become second homes or owners decided it would be more worth their time to rent their places short-term.”

—Max Russell

it work because we love to live here,” she says. “I think the people who can’t afford to buy houses or be super secure work hard because they love this place so much, but where is the breaking point?”

Max Russell moved to town in 2016 and currently works as a land surveyor for a local engineering firm. Unfortunately, like many locals when it comes to housing, Max has been forced to play a losing game of musical rentals. “I’ve lived in nine houses in the past six and a half years, all of which have either sold and become second homes or owners decided it would be more worth their time to rent their places shortterm,” says Max.

Max now lives at the base of Warm Springs on a six-month lease. But, with the building on the market, he is concerned about the threat of being displaced again. “It has made staying here long-term a struggle, even though I picture spending the rest of my life here. The stress of constantly worrying whether I will have to pick up and move again takes its toll,” he says.

A couple of years ago, Max started his own independent carpentry business, for anything from remodels to custom furniture. Unfortunately, he had to shut down the operation with no consistent place to work out of. “Even when looking for work, the first question I get is, ‘Do you have stable housing?’ There was a point in time when I did turn down a job offer because I couldn’t promise the employer that I was even going to be here in a few months,” says Max. “If people don’t start to focus on the housing crisis, all demographics will take a hit, whether financially or just the disappearance of some of the special things we get to enjoy about this place.”

Homeowners, buyers, and renters, respectively, view the topic of housing and the real estate market from different, often conflicting angles. However, a common denominator that anyone with roots here in the Valley can agree on is the beauty of our community. Therefore, it is imperative to encourage a new generation of entrepreneurs, creatives, and visionaries before it is too late because they will build the infrastructure of this town’s future. Lease to Locals offers a platform that has the potential to preserve and lift this community by taking people in. 

For those interested in participating or learning more about the program, please visit LandingLocals.com/WoodRiverValley.

A LEGACY OF LOVE

Camp Rainbow Gold

By Lily Martin

Summer camp submerses children into a unique environment, free from everyday worries and cares, where they are empowered to be themselves, develop new interests, make new friends, and have fun. All children deserve these opportunities, but those with cancer and other challenges face exclusion from most camps due to their substantial medical needs.

Camp Rainbow Gold (CRG) is not most camps. Instead, Camp Rainbow Gold provides emotionally empowering experiences to Idaho children diagnosed with cancer and their families. Primarily known for oncology and family camp programs, they offer teen support groups, family events throughout the year, and college scholarship programs. They have awarded over a million dollars to Idaho children battling cancer and even initiated a new program awarding scholarships to the siblings of these children as well. Elizabeth Lizberg, Camp Rainbow Gold CEO, stresses that “a cancer diagnosis impacts the entire family, and the financial strain is massive, so we try to support everyone as much as we can.”

“Our goal is simple: Build a lasting, accessible-to-all summer camp that will serve Idaho’s children, veterans, and families.”

—Elizabeth Lizberg

Hidden Paradise, Fairfield,

Idaho

Celebrating its 40th anniversary of changing lives and healing through nature, CRG only continues to grow. After years of leasing various camps throughout the state, CRG finally found a permanent home in Fairfield, Idaho. The 172-acre property, aptly named “Hidden Paradise,” was purchased in 2019 and was projected to be camp-ready by the summer of 2023. However, plans changed when COVID-19 forced the organization to get creative and go virtual. “It’s hard to make s’mores at home in your kitchen the same as around a campfire with all your friends,” Elizabeth explains. “These kids are already isolated through a cancer diagnosis, stuck at home or inside doctors’ offices.” It became increasingly clear how much these kids needed camp, so the race was on to make it happen.

During the height of the pandemic, CRG worked with the doctors at St. Luke’s Medical Center over a six-month timeline to ensure that camp was in session for the summer of 2021. Despite supply chain issues and strict COVID protocols, the team successfully remodeled 14 buildings into quality, adaptive facilities. With the help of many hands,

CRG successfully held its first camp at the new site two years ahead of schedule. Hidden Paradise proudly stands as Idaho’s only medical camp and will continue to welcome and focus on facilitating groups who otherwise have nowhere else to go. Elizabeth shares, “Our goal is simple: Build a lasting, accessible-to-all summer camp that will serve Idaho’s children, veterans, and families.”

Share Your Heart Ball is the primary fundraiser for Camp Rainbow Gold and the generosity of donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community support make all these incredible programs possible. “All of Camp Rainbow Gold’s programs are free for every child and family member we serve throughout Idaho. It’s because of the generosity of so many, including Share Your Heart Ball, that we can maintain that,” says Christl Holzl, Camp Rainbow Gold Development Director.

After a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the highly anticipated event returns to the Limelight Ballroom at the

Below: 2022 Youth Oncology campers at Hidden Paradise.

Right: Volunteers and campers enjoy the mountain bike trails at Hidden Paradise.

Sun Valley Inn on Saturday, February 18, 2023. There will be dinner, dancing, and auction items that will get paddles high in support and celebration of Idaho’s families fighting cancer. Featured auction items include a culinary tour of Santorini, Greece, for two, as well as a local flag football day and barbeque hosted by retired quarterback Carson Palmer. In addition, the event’s guest speaker will be Ketchum’s very own Paula Shaffer, a standing supporter of the cause and owner of Valley Apothecary. As Elizabeth explains, that “The biggest challenge is ensuring that our gratitude is fully expressed and felt by the Wood River Valley and the amazing community of supporters.” This year’s event highlights what Christl refers to as “a legacy of love” and she emphasizes, “We aren’t only celebrating the kids and families, but also the donors who have been supporting us through our 40 years. They are a part of our legacy.” 

If you are interested in attending the event and joining this legacy, visit shareyourheartball.org for tickets. In addition, you can learn more about CRG at camprainbowgold.org.

“We aren’t only celebrating the kids and families, but also the donors who have been supporting us through our 40 years. They are a part of our legacy.”

—Christl Holzl

SOLDIER ON

Soldier Mountain is a mainstay for our adventure lifestyle

By Lori Williams

‘Family-friendly’ has defined Soldier Mountain since its humble beginnings in 1947 when friends Bob Frostenson and Hurry Durall founded the Fairfield, Idaho, ski area while visiting Sun Valley to watch the Olympic Team Tryouts. Since then, it’s had a handful of different owners, experienced drought and plenty, and survived a destructive wildfire in 2020. However, the lifts are still humming along at this iconic, historic ski area. Clearly, this little gem in Idaho is here to stay.

Left: Skiers make the descent.

Above: Lori Williams’ little brother, Zane, during lessons on the rope tow, with the late Bill Mobley, ski instructor, looking on,1969.

Born and raised in the Magic Valley, I grew up skiing on this mountain in the late ‘60s when friends introduced my parents to the ski area. I remember the first clumsy, jerking pulls on the rope tow and the beginner’s class where we learned how to navigate our skis and do a snowplow. I remember how thrilling yet scary it was to finally progress from the J-bar to the Poma lift. My father joined the ski patrol and eventually became an advanced instructor.

In the late fall, the owners allowed those patrol and ski instructor families to park their travel trailers at the far end of the parking lot. The snow would pile up and all but bury the trailers. Then, on Friday evenings, when we made our way up to Soldier for a ski weekend, we’d have to tunnel and shovel a path to the door of our cozy, lantern-lit ‘snow cave.’ There was nothing like waking to the hum of the lifts firing up on a Saturday morning. At the end of the season, there was always a chili feed and a torchlight parade. Looking back from a ten-year-old’s perspective, those were the glory days. We were a Soldier family. It was a magical, memorable time.

The most recent owners of Soldier Mountain ski area, a group of six investors—all skiers, boarders, and backcountry enthusiasts—have a clear vision for maintaining that beloved, nostalgic atmosphere while making valuable changes to propel the resort into the future. General Manager Paul Alden, the only Idaho resident of the group, had visited the mountain 30 years ago while running volunteer events for the intermountain region. An event scheduled at Sun Valley had to be moved to Soldier. He didn’t return until March 2020, when the other five Utah-based investors asked him to explore

Left: Enjoying blue skies and plenty of powder.

Right: A snowboarder is ready to descend.

“We were a Soldier family. It was a magical, memorable time.”

—Lori Williams

the for-sale opportunity. The outcome of that trip was that Alden set the purchase in motion. Now 86, Alden refers to his position at Soldier as his “fourth failure at retirement.” He’s spent 40 years in the snow sports industry, from ten years at Burton Snowboards to operating a family business that installed most ski lifts requiring helicopters in the western U.S. He diligently worked in the early days to get snowboarding permitted on various mountains in the U.S. and to be admitted as an Olympic event. During his first “retirement,” Alden, a Level 2 snowboard instructor, taught at Targhee for 22 years.

“We bought Soldier because it’s a fantastic little ski area,” explains Alden. “It’s a gem that was slowly dying away. It just needed more attention, and we knew we could give it some.”

Soldier offers skiing and snowboarding on 35 named trails, a terrain park, a magic carpet, a tubing hill, and 2,000 acres of snowcat-accessible private powder up to 10,095 feet. In addition, it has two chairlifts reaching an altitude of up to 7,177 feet. To this day, its lodge restaurant serves homemade fare, while The Fox Den Pub provides guests with a cozy spot to hang out after a great day on the mountain.

Left: A chairlift view of the Soldier Mountains.

Above: Skier enjoys a groomer on Solider Mountain.

Alden says that guests will enjoy an improved on-mountain experience this winter. Snow-making capabilities have been up and running. At the top of Chair 1, the resort trackpacked every run to ensure a good base throughout the season, and the acquisition of a new tiller has made for even better grooming. This past summer, they had key runs mowed at the top of Chair 2, allowing snow to stick better and so that the resort to open trails earlier and remain open longer.

In addition, Soldier Mountain has upgraded its wireless network reception range and deployed three SNAPD action cameras—one at the top of the magic carpet, one as skiers and riders unload Chair 1, and a third near the top of Chair 2 with a picturesque mountain backdrop. The camera systems are designed to work like those at amusement parks. They automatically capture guests as they pass by, leveraging

“Under its new ownership, Soldier Mountain continues offering affordable family fun and more magic and memories for generations to come.”

RFID technology to identify guests and allow them to access their pictures online or via a smartphone app. This same technology was also added for lift access and online sales, making for one of the best technology platforms to modernize business operations. This winter, Soldier Mountain will again participate in the Indy Pass.

Under its new ownership, Soldier Mountain continues offering affordable family fun and more magic and memories for generations to come. 

Soldier Mountain

1043 North Soldier Creek Road Fairfield, Idaho 208.765.3437

info@soldiermountain.com

soldiermountain.com

EVERY DAY A SECOND CHANCE

Men’s Second Chance Living leads the way

by Martha Williams

Photos by Ted Daniel

A few years ago, Sonya Wilander volunteered to advocate for people facing drug and alcohol charges in the local criminal justice system. Through her work in the adult felony drug court, she began to see a need for services that didn’t exist in the Wood River Valley.

“There weren’t advocates that catered to men,” she says, reflecting on the beginning of Men’s Second Chance Living (MSCL), a nonprofit she now oversees as executive director.

MSCL opened its first sober house in 2018 with the support of a small group of professionals and donors dedicated to helping individuals get their lives back on track.

To date, the organization has assisted 47 men and now supports 14 at any given time across its two sober houses in Hailey. As a nonprofit, MSCL is unique among sober houses. Most are for profit, says Wilander, and religious organizations run many others.

The men come from across Idaho’s 5th judicial district, often straight from in-patient treatment or incarceration. With MSCL, they can live in a safe, supportive environment where rebuilding and connection with the community and their families are possible. “Everybody works at a different speed,” says Wilander.

Top: Men’s Second Chance Living residents preparing dinner together.

Middle: Men’s Second Chance Living Kristin Hovencamp runs the financial literacy/education classes.

Bottom: Men’s Second Chance Living home in Hailey.

The average stay in MSCL’s sober houses is around six months. Some stay for just a few months, while others wait a year and a half. “Best practices state that the longer you’re in sober living, the better your chances of long-term recovery,” says Wilander.

First, incoming residents must commit to sobriety and set personal goals with Wilander and her staff. Second, they must find a job within two weeks of moving into one of the two homes. Third, they share chores, have house meetings, and submit to random drug testing within group living.

Through MSCL, residents participate in a wide range of programs: from medical and mental health to substance abuse treatment, and finance and nutrition classes; the nonprofit is committed to providing support for all aspects of recovery. Residents can also utilize a matched savings program, gym memberships, and additional health services.

Among their activities, MSCL arranges group volunteering and recreation, supporting each man’s overall well-being. And sometimes they have fun together: snowshoeing at Galena Lodge or grabbing a burger at the Power House.

“It’s all those wraparound services that can help a person have a better chance,” says Wilander of her commitment to teaching life skills and supporting the men where they are.

Collaborations are critical to these programs, and many organizations and individuals provide support at reduced or no charge. Among them are St. Luke’s, Family Health Services, The Hunger Coalition, Sun Valley Resort, the Wood River YMCA, and Gravity Fitness, as well as local behavioral health counselors and wealth management advisors.

Wilander stresses the importance of creating an environment where the men are supported but held accountable and experience some independence that will set them up for future success.

“More and more research shows that an encouraging support system makes a recovery much easier,” she says. “But, that’s always a balancing act of giving a handout or giving a hand up.”

When a participant wants to go back to school or apply for job training, MSCL provides supporting funds—but the individual has to fill in the rest, which includes balancing other expenses like the sober homes’ modest rents or car payments.

The support found within the houses is just as crucial to recovery as all the opportunities and requirements of MSCL programs. “Social-environmental factors are strong predictors of positive outcomes in recovery,” Wilander says.

Residents find companionship and nourishment while living alongside others who’ve experienced the same struggles. They organize group meals and play pool on a donated table in the garage, building relationships long after they leave the sober house.

Wilander sees substance abuse as a multi-dimensional disorder that affects all parts of a person. There are biological, psychological, and social effects of struggling with mental health, low socioeconomic situations, parents with addiction, or experiencing other traumas. However, many life factors put individuals at risk for substance abuse.

“We have to take away the moral aspect of it and look at it as a disease,” says Wilander of substance abuse and addiction. “There’s still the idea that it’s a moral choice.” Wilander thinks awareness of this distinction is growing, but there’s still work to be done.“Eventually, people will realize that when people turn to drugs and alcohol, they don’t perceive a choice,” says MSCL administrative assistant Heather Stark.

“When trying to cover that trauma, you’ll try anything, whatever it is.”

For those working with the residents, such as Wilander and Stark, compassion is central to understanding what these men have experienced and what they need to move forward.

“There’s a lot of shame and guilt, so people often don’t feel worthy or respected,” says Wilander, “and they don’t respect themselves.”

The small-but-mighty MSCL staff works daily to counter these self-perceptions, treating the men with respect, so they’ll understand that they deserve a second chance.

“In treating people with dignity, there’s a gain of worth,” says Stark. “You need external validation before you can develop that internal validation, so being treated with dignity gives these men enough time to develop that internal sense of worth.”

However, giving men a “second chance” doesn’t imply that they’ve ruined their first one. Many haven’t had a healthy and supportive environment, emphasizes Wilander. Sometimes, a person’s first chance is no chance at all.

MSCL works to give men who are committed to sobriety a second chance to improve their lives.

And that benefits everyone, according to Wilander. “The cost of this is way more beneficial to our tax dollars than jail and prison,” she says. “Once you start that cycle, it’s very difficult to get out. So I think we’re doing the biggest job of helping somebody remain in the community, be active with their families and children, be productive, be working.”

After residents experience sober house living, MSCL hopes that they will become more engaged and productive community members.

“The whole community is affected if we don’t help them,” Wilander says. “We can get them back. They’re all good guys, just trying.”

“They have children. They are members of our community, so we need them,” she says. “They are important to our community. They are working hard to be a part of our community, and we at MSCL are helping them.” 

Men’s Second Chance Living House 400 South Main Street | Unit 304B Hailey 208.481.0182

info@MSCLhouse.org msclhouse.org

“Social-environmental factors are strong predictors of positive outcomes in recovery.”

—Sonya Wilander

SNOWMOBILING IN THE SAWTOOTHS

Over the River and Through the Woods Never Looked So Good

By Lori Williams

Carl E. J. Eliason’s 1927 “motor toboggan” patent stands out as the forerunner of the modern snowmobile, a wooden toboggan fitted with two skis, steered by ropes, and pushed along by a steel-cleated track powered by an outboard motor. While not the first snow vehicle to be designed, his was the first to be massproduced and reliable for the rider, forever changing winter recreationally and functionally, especially in the mountains. Fast-forward to today’s new era of sleds creating wilderness experiences like never before. These are not your grandfather’s snow machines—they’re more light weight and have more power and the latest technology for an engineered ride of effortless control, comfort, and convenience.

Nowhere is the sport of snowmobiling more popular than in the Sawtooth Valley, thanks to the collaboration of the Salmon River Snowmobile Club, the Stanley community, Smiley Creek, and the U.S. Forest Service. It is one of the most convenient ways to experience the backcountry. Thousands of acres of plush powder and hundreds of miles of groomed trails can plunge you deep into the winter landscape of the Sawtooth and White Cloud Wilderness foothills and the Stanley Basin, with incredible up-close and personal views of jagged peaks and access to favorite alpine lakes.

Wood River Valley native Jeremy Lato has found a deep connection and purpose through the sport of snowmobiling. As a child, he became infatuated with snow machines and

PHOTO BY COREY

Professional rider Jeremy Lato catching air at full throttle.

the ability to access backcountry ski terrain. And once he got hold of the throttle, he didn’t let go. Now, he lives and breathes the lifestyle. As a resident of the Sawtooth Valley, he knows inside and out the bountiful winter paradise surrounding Smiley Creek and Stanley.

Snowmobiling provides winter transportation in and out of the remote ranch Lato manages. He has fulfilled his dream of becoming a sponsored athlete with Zbroz Racing and is in his second year as a Polaris Ambassador. “My role with Polaris enables me to represent, promote, and be a part of a brand and company I truly believe in and ultimately rely on every day,” says Lato. “The mountains here are special, and I love the time I get to spend here, no matter the season or mode of transportation.”

Watching expert snowmobilers like Lato is like watching bareback bronc riding—‘just hold on and let’er buck.’ This is hard-core, sped-up winter play, the machinations of which resemble a combination of mountain biking, snow, jet, and water-skiing maneuvers, always in heaps of powder. And all the better at 9-10,000 feet in altitude.

For Zbroz Racing, Lato produces media content and promotes and tests products. Lato also works with the Friends of Sawtooth Avalanche Center in their educational presentations and is a vigorous advocate for assuring and maintaining riding terrain opportunities.

But you don’t have to be a hard-core enthusiast to experience Idaho powder, epic views, and rippin’ sleds. This new era of lightweight machines means getting out on one for the first time will bring a new thrill. Snowmobiling is one of the most accessible motorized recreational activities to learn, making it suitable for individuals of all ages to enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle in the winter.

A 30-mile groomed snowmobile trail connects Stanley to Smiley Creek, where at either location, you can rent machines to ride through the stunning winter landscape of spruce forests and aspen groves paralleling the granite gray ribbon of the Salmon River. This trail can be traveled round trip or one-way, provided that shuttle arrangements are made. Snowmobile rentals generally begin in mid-December and run through the end of March, depending upon snow and trail conditions, and reservations are recommended.

Professional rider Jeremy Lato riding high-altitude ridgelines.

PHOTO BY COREY BELLINGER

Sleds are available to rent at Smiley Creek Lodge, where you can follow the groomed trails or quickly get off the beaten path. In addition, they offer guides to rent for extra riding tips or to explore and learn about the area’s history. Rentals in Stanley are available at Sawtooth Traxx, where they maintain a fleet of Polaris snowmobiles. “Helmets and the first tank of gas are provided, and if you are underprepared, we also rent bibs, jackets, and boots if needed, with gloves, balaclavas (head socks), and hand warmers for sale,” says Sawtooth Traxx owner Todd Sams. The most popular and scenic is the trail out of town up and over Nip and Tuck Road and on out to Stanley Lake. If you’re on the Wood River Valley side of Galena Summit, Lato suggests Baker Creek for first-time snowmobilers for its huge wide-open meadows and rolling foothills avoiding avalanche terrain. “I cannot stress enough,” says Lato, “to ensure you have the proper equipment and learn how to use it. It’s also wise to hire a guide or take a Level 1 avalanche class if you want to poke into terrain prone to avalanche activity.”

This winter’s snowpack leaves plenty of fun for February rippin’ through the woods, so get out on a sled! 

Sawtooth Traxx 555 Eva Falls Avenue Stanley, Idaho 208.989.2116 sawtoothtraxx.com

Smiley Creek Lodge 16546 State Highway 75 Ketchum, Idaho 208.774.3547 info@smileycreeklodge.com smileycreeklodge.com

A 30-mile groomed snowmobile trail connects Stanley to Smiley Creek.

PHOTO BY SAWTOOTH TRAXX

Sawtooth Traxx leads a group for winter snowmobiling in the Sawtooths.

Photo by Heidi Long Longviews Studio

STYLE DIAL

SVPN MAGAZINE’S STYLE DIAL CONTRIBUTORS PRESENT THE LATEST TRENDS and classic looks that embody the ultimate Sun Valley home interior and exterior design style. For this month’s Style Dial, Marina Broschofsky, owner of Red Door Home + Design, offers timeless art deco appeal. In contrast, Heather McGregor, the owner of Redeux Decor Interiors, presents a refresh for winter. And Allison Paige Interior Design presents a remodel in Mackay.

MODERN MOUNTAIN KITCHEN

“We had been working on plans for a remodel of a family vacation home for several months when our Bay Area clients decided to make the move permanently (another COVIDprecipitated decision),” says Allison Connolly, owner of Allison Paige Interior Design. “As both halves of the couple are skilled chefs and appreciators of good food and wine, we needed to provide them with a fully equipped kitchen. And for those of you who have visited Mackay lately, you know the views go on for miles, but the fine dining options are limited. L uckily, our plans were well underway, and we didn’t have to wait a year and a half for appliances. My clients took a leap of faith and decided to go with a stove alcove design per my advice. The end result meets both form and function, and fortunately, my clients could not be happier in their remote mountain home.”

Allison Paige Interior

Design

Main Street | Bellevue 208.309.0789 | allisonpaige.design allisonpaige.market

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ART DECO INSPIRED

“In this home, we wanted to keep the integrity of the original 1930s architecture while bringing in contemporary fixtures and furnishings for an updated look,” says Marina Broschofsky, owner of Red Door Home + Design. “Storm cloud wallpaper inset in the cove-style plaster ceilings adds a fun, dramatic detail throughout the space. The dining bench serves as functional seating for the dining room but is also a favorite place to curl up and read a book. A custom stone-top dining table provides a gorgeous anchor below the oversized chandelier.”

Marina Broschofsky

Red Door Home + Design

406 North Main Street | Hailey 208.788.9075

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SEASON REVAMP

“It’s time for a mid-winter refresh!” says Heather McGregor, owner of Redeux Decor Interiors. “In this space, we crated a larger one from a space that was compact. If you’ve been looking for the perfect accessories to update your home, come visit us at Redeux Decor. Shop rugs, accessories, and furniture to your heart’s content.”

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FINDING STABILITY

Mental and Holistic Wellness for Ourselves

To feel well, it is essential to find stability inside ourselves. We will not find this in the external world, not today. Today the world is in chaos, deliberate confusion, and fraught with distress, disorder, and anxiety. Therefore, we must be self-directed, conscious people. For this reason, and for our mental wellness, we need to be mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually healthy.

Perhaps anxiety and mental distress start at an early age. Often, I wonder if our school systems foster an independent-thinking child who seeks and pursues the truth. In fact, by being so achievement-oriented, we may be achieving the opposite of the desired result. In his book In Praise of Slowness: Challenging

the Cult of Speed, Carl Honore cites a study by Kathy HirshPasek comparing children in a play-based nursery versus an academic nursery, in which “children from the more relaxed, slower environment turned out less anxious, more eager to learn, and better able to think independently.” So often, I see children seeking this type of environment with a slower pace and fewer activities, but the parents cannot be convinced to slow it down.

Fast-forward to high school and college. It is estimated that 31% of teens have an anxiety disorder. According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly one in three adolescents ages 13 to 18 will experience an anxiety disorder. Anxiety is the top concern among college students at 41.6 percent, followed by depression at 36.4 percent. Additionally, 45% of high school students report feeling stressed all the time. According to the American

Psychological Association, people aged 18-33 suffer the highest stress levels nationwide. Alarmingly, psychologist Robert Leahy points out: “The average high school kid today has the same level of anxiety as the average psychiatric patient in the early 1950s.” The American Psychological Association reports that teens have higher stress levels than adults. Going on to college-aged students, suicide is currently the second leading cause of death. No amount of childhood achievement is worth this.

More than one in five American adults took medications for psychiatric disorders such as anxiety and depression in 2010, according to new research by Medco Health Solutions, Inc. in a study titled America’s State of Mind. This is a 20% increase in the past decade in the use of drugs for mental disorders. Indeed today, that rate may be doubled. The research on these medications shows that suicide, erratic behavior, and societal

disconnect increase over time. According to research by Dr. Anil Nischal, some evidence suggests that medications may cause the worsening of suicidal ideas. Medications can also cause unknown side effects in some cases. But there are natural solutions out there.

Anxiety needs to be approached in many ways. The underlying causes are feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, disconnected, and disoriented. There is a movement in education away from the frenzied pace of high-achieving and accomplishment-oriented school systems to ones who are co-creative, collaborative, projectoriented, outdoor-oriented, and inspired by relationships and respect for others. Our teachers, especially ones that connect with and see our children for who they are and pull out the best in them, are treasures of our society.

In our clinic, for anxiety, depression, and traumabased work, we use a combination of neurologicallyfocused techniques such as neurofeedback and QNRT. Neurotherapy begins by assessing the brain with an EEG and collecting objective data that readily determines anxiety patterns, depression, trauma, processing issues, and more. Then, in a series of sessions, the brain can be trained through neurofeedback sessions, using audio and video feedback loops, to healthy efficient patterns, and anxiety, depression, and impulsivity can quickly be corrected. Sessions are about 20 minutes. This is an invaluable therapy in our clinic to quickly resolved complex cases of anxiety and depression.

Hopefully, we will quickly learn that the human race cannot sustain such high stress levels, and our precious children deserve to feel connected, safe, grounded, and capable of handling each day of dear life. Therefore, our goal should be one of mental and holistic wellness. 

Dr. Molly Brown, Ph.D., D.N.M. owns CENTER health & performance and GLOW, her plant-based organic café, in Ketchum, Idaho. Specializing in sleep, endocrine issues, autoimmune, anxiety, depression, detoxification, and pain and sports injury through many different modalities, including QNRT, PEMF, AMIT method, Neurotherapy, and REAMS metabolic testing, Molly passionately holds space for limitless healing.

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“Our goal should be one of mental and holistic wellness.”

—Molly Brown

HEART DISEASE

By David D. Laxson, M.D., F.A.C.C., FAHA; St. Luke’s Clinic—Cardiology

Perhaps your New Year’s resolutions include eating healthier, drinking less alcohol, exercising more, or losing weight, and your motivation may be to look better or feel better. Those are great reasons, but we may or may not be also thinking about the possibility of having or thwarting heart disease. Heart disease can include a range of conditions that affect the heart. Many are preventable or treatable with healthy lifestyle choices.

WHAT IS HEART DISEASE?

There are many types of heart disease. Most fall into one or a combination of specific areas of heart function and include:

 Conditions that affect the blood vessels that supply the heart with blood to enable it to do work, most commonly referred to as atherosclerosis or coronary artery disease (CAD)

 Conditions of the electrical system that helps control and coordinate heart function, e.g., irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias)

 Conditions that affect the normal behavior or function of the heart pumping chambers and heart muscle, collectively known as cardiomyopathies, of which there are several types

 Abnormal function of the heart valves, which normally ensure that the right amount of blood is pumped in the right direction to the right place at the right time

 Heart problems you’re born with (congenital heart defects)

Given the variety of types of heart conditions, let’s focus on one of the most common and most important conditions, coronary artery disease (CAD), which is also one of the most preventable and manageable conditions based on appropriate lifestyle choices and interventions.

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common heart disease in the United States. It involves a narrowing of the blood vessels that supply blood, oxygen, and nutrients to the heart. It invariably involves the deposition of oxidized LDL cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, often referred to as the “bad cholesterol” fraction) in the wall of the blood vessel, leading to a long-term, very low-grade type of chronic inflammation, which causes other inflammatory-related chemicals and substances to accumulate slowly and develops into what is referred to as an atherosclerotic plaque.

Over time, this plaque can become large enough to narrow the blood vessel lumen and limit blood flow through the blood vessel to the heart, causing symptoms that interfere with activities (angina) and can even sometimes deteriorate suddenly, resulting in a heart attack that can permanently damage some of the heart muscle and even lead to death. Anginal symptoms are often induced by a certain level of activity and can be relieved by avoiding or decreasing that level of activity. On the other hand, heart attack symptoms most commonly occur and persist when not doing physical activity and cannot be relieved by resting or avoiding activity.

A large majority of the time, coronary artery disease symptoms involve an element of chest discomfort, although not invariably, and may be different for men and women. For instance, men are more likely to have predominantly chest discomfort, although other symptoms may occur along with the discomfort. Women are more likely to have other symptoms along with chest discomfort, such as shortness of breath, nausea, and

What you need to know and what you can do

extreme fatigue. Symptoms can range from chest discomfort or burning to shortness of breath, nausea, lightheadedness, pain in the arms or shoulder, pain radiating up in the neck and jaw and throat, discomfort in the upper belly area or upper back, or sometimes can be subtle enough that they are not recognized as a problem.

The risk of coronary artery disease is heavily influenced by lifestyle and several potentially avoidable or manageable risk factors. Particularly important among these are frequent regular exercise (avoiding a “sedentary” lifestyle), healthy diets such as the Mediterranean or the Diet Against Systolic Hypertension (DASH diet), checking for abnormal cholesterol/lipid profiles, and treating them when present. Other important risk factors include treating and controlling high blood pressure, avoiding or stopping tobacco smoking, and the appropriate treatment of diabetes. Additionally, good supportive social interactions and involvement and stress

management strategies (such as meditation, mindfulness, yoga, etc.) have been shown to contribute to the prevention and treatment of CAD.

While many people are aware that these may impact CAD, they also need to appreciate how effective intervention for these risk factors can be. Not only do these measures help prevent the development of CAD, but they can also be very effective in improving symptoms and outcomes once CAD has developed, stabilizing and sometimes even causing some regression of coronary artery disease and reducing the need for medications, stents, or surgery to manage the consequences of CAD. It is essential to mention that, in many cases, elevated LDL cholesterol levels have a genetic component. Therefore, optimally preventing CAD or treating established CAD requires medications to lower LDL cholesterol levels by the necessary amount. Fortunately, multiple different

The risk of coronary artery disease is heavily influenced by lifestyle and several potentially avoidable or manageable risk factors.

medications can achieve this, so in most cases, an effective, well-tolerated treatment is available.

It’s essential to watch for heart symptoms and discuss concerns with your healthcare provider. CAD disease can sometimes be found early with regular health checkups.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

 Eat a healthy diet emphasizing healthy proteins, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, and monounsaturated oils (olive and canola oil) and limiting salt, alcohol, added sugars, and highly processed food. This can be beneficial by lowering cholesterol, decreasing the potential to develop diabetes, and lowering blood pressure. The American Heart Association has helpful tips on how you and your family can be successful in your choices at home, work, or out and about.

 Aim for 150 minutes of significant exercise per week, although 300 minutes provides even more protection.

DON’T HAVE A PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER?

Call the Center for Community Health at 208.727.8733 for help finding the right provider. In a life-threatening or severe condition, call 911 immediately or go directly to the nearest emergency department.

Start small and increase gradually if you’re beginning or restarting an exercise program. Before starting an exercise regime, check with your physician and discuss what is suitable for your body and goals.

 Periodically check in with your medical provider about your cholesterol levels and blood pressure.

 Learn to recognize your stressors and practice managing them, e.g., relaxation techniques, meditation, yoga, etc.

 Stay connected and involved with others.

 Check out the “blue zones”—these are certain areas worldwide where the inhabitants’ lifestyles result in the longest and healthiest outcomes. You can search blue zones online or in bookstores. 

ALWAYS A PARTY, AND ALL EARS

Andy Frasco & the U.N. return to Ketchum

By Sabina Dana Plasse

Live music lovers get ready because Andy Frasco & the U. N. are more than prepared to serve up the rock ‘n’ roll concert experience at The Argyros in Ketchum, Idaho, this coming March. A known and celebrated performer to Ketchum audiences, pre-pandemic, Andy Frasco’s all-in vibe and energy on stage, in the crowd, and throughout his music never disappointed. But during COVID, Andy had to hunker down and sit it out like the rest of us. Having just moved to Denver, Colorado, the Los Angeles-based native and musician decided that connection was more important than ever and went online, never looking back.

Creating dance parties supported by Relix, Brooklyn Bowl, and Twisted Tea gave Andy a platform to keep his show going. And his ever-trending Whitney Houston’s I Wanna Dance with Somebody online lip sync with the stars of the jam band musician community allowed Andy to keep the creative juices flowing for us all. “I know my role in this community,” says Andy. “I try to glue everyone together—fans and musicians. It’s my goal as a frontman. Musicians don’t take time off. So, if I’m struggling, I know those continuously touring are also struggling.”

Keeping fans connected and his music alive, Andy’s following continued to grow, but he was in a new frontier, and it was time for a change. “When you do this show online for 200,000 people and turn off your computer, you realize

you’re alone in an empty home. I loved doing it, and I am thankful for how it helped people because it helped me. I am for the people,” he shares.

Beyond the studio and stage, Andy began to travel down a newfound path to better mental health and entered the podcast world. During the beginning of the pandemic especially, Andy says he forgot about music in favor of investigating his mental health through the podcast, where he has interviewed the likes of Tony Hawk, Khruangbin, Melissa Etheridge, Bert Kreischer, and Stevie Van Zandt. Today, his weekly podcast, Andy Frasco’s World Saving Podcast, is one of the country’s tops, with 218 episodes and counting, with everything from celebrities to music, along with comedy, life, and love.

“When you have your head down doing your work, you don’t see the light on the other side,” he says. “It gave me hope and karma. You give as much as you take, and I was thankful it all reciprocated. I think people realize it’s not just a party. There’s a different side to me and look to me for the softer and more delicate sides of life. The podcast is like a stew of optimism.”

When life began to turn back to normal, Andy & the U.N. found themselves at Red Rocks performing for 200 people, as one of his first live performances out of

Andy Frasco

lockdown. “It meant a great deal to me to play at Red Rocks, but now we’re the biggest we have ever been,” says Andy. “We sold out our fall tour for 25 shows. It’s been surreal, and all my dreams are coming true.”

Always ahead of the curve, Andy Frasco & the U.N. continues to deliver the music and live performances enthusiastically. Their latest album, Wash, Rinse, Repeat, from Andy’s label, Fun Machine Records, is full of well-written songs and exciting collaborative efforts. Written across the country with members of Dashboard Confessional, 3oh!3, Doom Flamingo, AWOLnation, and others, Wash, Rinse, Repeat is Andy Frasco & the U.N.’s authentic self sans the filters. Andy has put it all out there, from his addictions and breaking bad habits to getting through the tough times—it’s a valiant effort. There are so many great songs, including the tongue-in-cheek stomper Dancin’ Around My Grave written with Charleston bands Susto and Doom Flamingo in which Andy plans his funeral if he dies young—accompanied by a video depicting a Lakers-themed service—he’s a lifelong fan.

“This was my chance to learn my craft and fall in love with songwriting again,” he says. “This is me. This is how I feel. I’m not trying to write songs for other people anymore. I’m just trying to write songs that help me. And hopefully, through that, help others, too.”

Although Andy’s maturity level has risen, he has hardly lost his gusto for entertaining, as Andy Frasco & the U.N. has been cranking out the tunes with a new album on the way. So expect the show you have been missing with a group that has been together for 12 years with Shawn Eckels on guitar, Andee “Beats” Avila on drums and vocals, Floyd Kellogg on bass guitar, and Ernie Chang on saxophone. 

MONDAY, MARCH 6

RJK Entertainment & The Argyros present Andy Frasco & The U.N.

Funds from the show benefit Stella’s Shelter Fund. To learn more, visit stellasshelterfund.org. Get to know Andy Frasco & the U. N. at andyfrasco.com.

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

The Argyros Performing Arts Center

For tickets, visit theargyros.org.

Andy Frasco & the U.N.

FINE ARTS

Daniel Mullen with Lucy Cordes Engelman Between Two Centuries

2018 acrylic on linen Collection of Diamond Zhou and Paul Kyle

NOW SHOWING

Kneeland Gallery

Douglas Aagard, John Horejs, and Neal Philpott

Reception | Friday, February 17, 5-7:30pm

Douglas Aagard draws on the Utah landscape as his source of inspiration. His subjects vary from the mountain pines and cedars to the farmland in between, and all are linked by his intriguing use of texture and light combined with a vibrant color palette.

John Horejs is one of our longest-standing artists and remains a favorite among clients and fellow artists. His elegant landscapes are painted using only seven colors plus white and convey a sense of warmth through the application of an entirely red underpainting.

August Clouds-Sawtooths by John Horejs oil on canvas 40” x 60”

Realist painter Neal Philpott seeks to capture the ephemeral nature of the Northwest, seeing himself as a record keeper of a specific place and time. His paintings might feature a meandering road, a distant fence line, or a farmhouse nestled in trees.

271 1st Avenue North | Ketchum

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West Edge by Neal Philpott oil on canvas 28” x 30”

Gilman Contemporary

Tuck Fauntleroy Burn

Tuck Fauntleroy’s focus for his Burn series is wildfire-affected regions in Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park. They represent a diverse perspective, with some images shot aerially, and others shot from the ground. Like much of his other work, the aerial images were captured flying over the territory via small single-engine airplanes from an open window for an unobstructed lens.

Burn is timely and relevant in the current environment of climate change and the proliferation of recent fires across the western U.S. and globally. The massive 1988 Yellowstone fires were a wake-up call and significant warning of destruction and foreshadowing of the cost of climate events. Warming, drought, and the resulting fires have never been more dangerous.

The photographs are careful compositions of positive and negative space while capturing the elegant lines and shapes created by a natural landscape scarred by flame. Critical to the series is the idea of taking something more commonly perceived as unsightly, destructive, and negative and making it beautiful, elegant, and engaging.

“To me, the work has a meditative quality and feel that is similar to Waterline. And while the aesthetics are quite graphic, they are calming and peaceful at the same time. I like to think of the winter season as a time for the land itself to rest. Zero human activity, the silence of falling snow in one of the most remote places on earth is enchanting and reflective,” says the artist. “Hopefully, the viewer finds the beauty that results from the juxtaposition of the violent event that transformed the environment and the resulting aesthetic. In that space, there’s hope of discovering a healing element that a landscape at rest is pristine and peaceful—it inspires promise.”

Thai Mainhard Find Me in the Garden

Exploring formal painting qualities, Thai Mainhard captures shape, light, color, and multiple planes that establish the complexities of human emotions in her paintings. Within these works lie abstract autobiographical elements that present the artist in unique, vulnerable, and deeply personal moments. The compositions featured in Find Me in the Garden showcase the power of expression and tie these works to the lineage of a greater history of human expression, conveying the lasting desire to connect people through building visual imagery.

Born and raised in Brazil with strong Italian and Spanish heritage, Thai Mainhard moved to California in 2010. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally.

Mainhard lives and works in Los Angeles, California.

Consolation Prize by Thai Mainhard flashe, acrylic, oil sticks, pastels, latex, and spray paint on canvas 50” x 40”

Burn XI by Tuck Fauntleroy archival pigment photograph (various sizes available)

Broschofsky Galleries

Ken Peloke

Through experimentation and self-teaching, Ken Peloke has learned to use all of his past works, whether it be landscapes, people, animals, abstracts, design, and photography, in his current work. A move to Scottsdale, Arizona, inspired a current direction, with Peloke finding inspiration by spending time with his wife’s horses. Peloke has discovered their beauty, their athleticism, and also their innocence. His bold, large-scale pieces capture the pure essence of the horse while still challenging his artistic talents. His multimedia approach creates depth and incredible realism in his pieces, giving them a one-of-a-kind contemporary appeal.

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Locomotion by Ken Peloke oil on panel 48” x 88”

Casanova by Ken Peloke oil on panel 48” x 36”

“I work with many layers, different substrates, and all types of media. Instead of using colors to create depth; I use my surface. I feel it is the most important element of my work.”

—Ken Peloke

Wish You Were Here

OCHI

Wish You Were Here

OCHI is pleased to present Wish You Were Here, a group exhibition featuring works by Peter Alexander, Andrea Aragon, Sophia Belkin, Billy Al Bengston, Adam Beris, Ohan Breiding, Vija Celmins, b chehayeb, Adam de Boer, Velia de Iuliis, Devin Farrand, Matthew F Fisher, Ariel Herwitz, Adehla Lee, Hannah Knight Leighton, Lilian Martinez, Eric Orr, Lani Trock, Stephen Truax, Anna Valdez, Brea Weinreb, and Avery Wheless.

The exhibition is on view at 119 Lewis Street, Ketchum, Idaho. Wish You Were Here is inspired by the quaint graphic scenes printed on vintage Sun Valley postcards mailed to loved ones while on a winter holiday, combined with the perpetual vacation vibes of sunny Los Angeles. Featuring sunsets, tropical flora, palm trees, swimsuits, ocean landscapes, pool scenes, and golden hour light, Wish You Were Here reflects the spirit of both OCHI locations in Los Angeles and Sun Valley.

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installation image, OCHI, Sun Valley, Idaho

Abundance by Velia de Iuliis gouache on canvas 36” x 36”

GARY KOMARIN

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Gail Severn Gallery

Theodore Waddell & James Cook Seen With the Brush

This two-person exhibition of paintings by Theodore Waddell and James Cook explores dual interpretations of the western landscape. Waddell’s stylistic approach has become iconic across the western states and beyond. His paintings reveal themselves as something frozen in time, something captured. His subject is nature and the animals existing within these wide-open spaces. The artist’s newest book, Tucker Plays the Back Nine, will be available at the gallery. James Cook brings scenes from nature to life with each impasto brush stroke on the canvas. His painting style evokes the impressionistic approach of capturing the essence of an instantaneous moment with a focus on movement and light. Cook’s subtle abstraction and attention to color create vibrant panoramas that awake the senses. This two-person exhibition will feature new work by both artists, offering a fresh perspective on long-established artists.

Left: Big Wood—Cottonwoods by James Cook oil on canvas 42” x 42”

Above: Black River—Rainshowers by James Cook oil on canvas 42” x 36”

Carolyn Olbum and Raphaëlle Goethals Here and Now

“Isn’t that all we really have?” asks Carolyn Olbum, whose sculptures of discarded tree limbs, rotten roots, and dried vines tell a story of regeneration. Abstract painter Raphaëlle Goethals challenges space and time with ethereal compositions that root us in a present moment of beauty. Olbum weaves nature and art together through organic forms and scavenged objects. She immortalizes and recontextualizes her findings by casting them in bronze to create visual poetry, or what she calls “sculptural haiku.” Olbum gracefully translates environmental fragments into a cohesive whole, which take on a life of their own. Raphaëlle Goethals is known for her signature layered encaustics and sophisticated minimalism, fusing to create nonrepresentational masterpieces. Her works are void of any sense of gravity, with emphasis on light, texture, and emotive color. Similar to Olbum’s ability to capture and freeze her subject, Goethals suspends the viewer weightlessly in front of her morphing galaxies.

Wandermänner by Raphaëlle Goethals encaustic on panel 54” x 112”

VIII

Cast Bronze by Carolyn Olbum 25” x 43” x 8”

2022

Friesen+Lantz Fine Art

Steve Jensen

Turning Tides

First Anniversary Celebration | February 10, 5-7pm

Gallery Walk

February 17, 5-7:30pm

Friesen+Lantz Fine Art’s first anniversary exhibition will feature new work from environmentally conscious artist Steve Jensen. Based in Seattle, Washington, Jensen offers glimpses into our cultural past through found objects, recycled materials, and a deep desire to take what we discard today and make it sacred and beautiful for tomorrow.

Descended from a long line of Norwegian fishermen, Jensen uses the same boat-making tools of his forefathers when creating his work. As a result, his sculptures appear ageless, as if dredged from unknown depths instead of being made of recycled glass, metal, and found objects.

“I have been using recycled materials for over 35 years. I pick steel off the beach. I love finding salvaged boat materials, especially portholes and sailboat parts. It’s always exciting to figure out how to make something beautiful out of something that was discarded.”

The message of Jensen’s boats is cross-cultural and reflects the influence of his extensive travels, including in Egypt, Kenya, Tahiti, India, China, Thailand, Antarctica, and Iceland. As a result, those who view his work may recall their ancestry, regardless of the origin of their family line.

“For me, the boats are meant to symbolize a voyage or journey. Perhaps it is the voyage to the other side or the journey into the unknown,” he says.

Cultivating work that has a deeper meaning, whether by raising awareness of our environmental impact or celebrating the interconnectedness of the human condition, Friesen+Lantz vows to continue bringing insightful, personal, and powerful art to Sun Valley. For more information, visit friesenlantz.com.

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Maritime Vessel by Steve Jensen recycled glass, boat resin, and found steel 17” x 16” x 6”

Sea Swirls by Steve Jensen fabricated bronze 36.5” x 30” x 3”

Archival pigment print available in 8 x 8” and 18 x 18”

MAGGIE SHAFRAN

Laura McPhee • Hung Liu • James Cook

Jennifer Markowitz • Nicolas Africano

Gwynn Murrill • Marcia Myers

Kathy Moss

Theodore Waddell

Anne Siems

Margaret Keelan • Allison Stewart

William Robinson • Laura Wilson

Robb Putnam • Divit Cardoza

Michael Gregory

Jane Rosen

Carolyn Olbum

Jun Kaneko

Pegan Brooke • Raphaëlle Goethals

Diane Andrews Hall• Rana Rochat • Linda Christensen

Bean Finneran

Chris Maynard

Kenna Moser

Sheila Gardner

Judith Kindler

Lisa Kokin

Morris Graves

Lynda Lowe

Victoria Adams • Kara Maria

Alexander Rohrig

GAIL SEVERN GALLERY

Ed Musante

Sun Valley Museum of Art

The Color of Sound

Through March 18, 2023 191

The Color of Sound explores the relationship between art and synesthesia, the neurological phenomenon that allows some people to experience one sense through another. It features artwork by artists who are synesthetes as well as work by artists who, though not synesthetes, seek to create multisensory experiences for viewers. Synesthesia can take a wide variety of forms (perceiving letters or numbers as colors, for example, or associating a word with a scent or taste), but perception of sound as color or as shape has been particularly powerful for artists seeking to translate music into visual art form. The artwork in the exhibition ranges from paintings, drawings, and sculptures inspired by the synesthetic experience of music to film projections and an immersive installation.

Brad Johnson, Lost in Deep Time, 2022, multiscreen digital installation, installation view, courtesy the artist

Artist Brad Johnson has long been interested in creating multisensory experiences for viewers and listeners. For this exhibition, the Sun Valley Museum of Art (SVMoA) commissioned Johnson to create an immersive installation that envelops visitors in light and sound. Lost in Deep Time blends composer Andy Akiho’s 2017 piano quintet Prospects of a Misplaced Year with digital environments derived from photographs and scans Johnson has made in different Pacific Northwest landscapes, ranging from Idaho’s Black Magic Canyon to the glaciers of Washington’s Mount Adams. Johnson’s installation uses multiple projections and sound to engulf visitors in light, pattern, imagery, and music.

Two films by pioneering animator and director Mary Ellen Bute (1906-1983) translate the aural experience of musical compositions into visual animations. Rhythm in Light (1934) and Color Rhapsodie (1948) illustrate Bute’s creative range and development. She first filmed in black and white using objects like paper models, eggbeaters, and jewelry to create abstract patterns, and later made films using drawn animation cells in color.

In addition to Johnson’s immersive installation and Bute’s films, the exhibition includes three bodies of paintings, drawings, and sculptures by artists who draw on the experience of synesthesia as inspiration for palette, composition, and imagery. The prolific Colorado-based painter and synesthete Vance Kirkland (1904-1981) only publicly discussed his experience of synesthesia toward the end of his life. Throughout his career, his paintings reflected the fact that Kirkland, a classical music enthusiast, saw color when he listened to music. He spoke of “transposing sounds into colors” in his work—allowing the music to determine his palette—with a preference for unusual tonalities or the bright notes of vocal classical music. The exhibition includes seven of Kirkland’s paintings, from early watercolor paintings based on landscapes to late, abstract canvases inspired by a growing fascination with outer space and the cosmos.

The exhibition also includes three works by the painter Daniel Mullen, who collaborated with artist, writer, and filmmaker Lucy Cordes Engelman on a series of paintings that seek to convey Engelman’s personal experience of synesthesia. Made with thin layers of paint on exposed linen, these hard-edged geometric paintings use pattern and color to give viewers an experience that

is optically kinetic. Titled Future Monuments, the series “attempts to assign visual corollaries to the amorphous experiences of sound, movement, light, and shadow.”

Artist Anne Patterson’s practice ranges from works on paper to large-scale installations. A synesthete who sees shape and color when she hears sound, Patterson incorporates multisensory experiences into her work, combining architecture, sculpture, light, video, music, and scent in her most immersive and interactive projects. This exhibition includes three separate bodies of Patterson’s work: a set of her process drawings, which combine her notes with quick sketches and help viewers better understand the way her experience of sound informs her visual work; two sculptures made of steel, resin, and piano wire that become kinetic when hung in space; and a month of small watercolor drawings inspired by Clemency Burton-Hill’s book Year of Wonder: Classical Music to Enjoy Day by Day. A listening station accompanies Patterson’s Year of Wonder installation, allowing visitors to hear the music that inspired each of her drawings.

Anne Patterson, Star Spinning Through Spring (Gold) (detail), 2018, piano wire, steel, resin, courtesy the artist

Hemmings Gallery

Hemmings Gallery features the work of local, national, and international artists with rotating shows that seek to inspire and consistently explore artistic boundaries. In partnership with the fine art studio Aurobora, the gallery oversees an extensive collection of monotypes by more than forty artists created during the studio’s thirty-year residency program in San Francisco and Sun Valley. The gallery currently features new work by Deborra Marshall Bohrer, Valerie Stuart, Phil Haleen, Christopher Gibson, and Wes Walsworth. Other artists whose works are on exhibition include Monique Van Genderen, Fraser Taylor, David Rhodes, and Gary Komarin. The gallery also provides custom crating, installation, and delivery services.

340 Walnut Avenue | Ketchum 208.254.1097

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Think Outside the Box by Valerie Stuart mixed media on canvas 60” x 60”

Blue Moon by Deborra Marshall Bohrer Acrylic on board 48” x 48”

Someday we’ll find it, the rainbow connection by Phil Haleen oil on canvas 73” x 25.5”

Glass wall panels by Christopher Gibson

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HAPPENING IN SUN VALLEY

GALLERY WALK

FEBRUARY 17

Hosted by the Sun Valley Gallery Association (SVGA) with exhibition openings for all SVGA galleries, free to the public. Locals and visitors take in thoughtprovoking exhibitions of newly installed art, enjoy wine, mingle with friends, and often meet the artists.

5-7:30pm svgalleries.org

SUN VALLEY FILM FESTIVAL

MARCH 29-APRIL 2, 2023

FEBRUARY 19

Movie Night in Sun Valley with George Prentice

$10 | 5:30pm

Tickets are available at: sunvalleyfilmfestival.org

*Admission with cabaret table seating in the front is included with the purchase of an SVFF Patron Pass.

FEBRUARY 20

SVFFirst Look Outer Banks

Free | 5pm

Thanks to the generous support of SVFF Patrons, this event is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. As with the popular Coffee Talks, Festival Pass holders receive priority access.

*Patrons reception in the Bailey Studio at 4pm with Charles Esten and Josh Pate

The Argyros Performing Arts Center | Ketchum sunvalleyfilmfestival.org

Sun Valley Gallery Association Gallery Walk

SUN VALLEY MUSEUM OF ART

191 5th Street East | Ketchum 208.726.9491

svmoa.org

THROUGH MARCH 18

The Color of Sound

SVMoA presents The Color of Sound, a group exhibition that explores the relationship between art and synesthesia, the neurological phenomenon by which certain people experience one sense through another. The Color of Sound includes paintings, drawings, sculptures, film projections, and an immersive installation by synesthetic artists as well as artists who, though not synesthetes themselves, seek to create such experiences for viewers.

FEBRUARY 17

Gallery Walk

5-7pm

The Museum, Ketchum

FEBRUARY 23

Evening Exhibition Tour

Enjoy a glass of wine as you tour the exhibition with SVMoA’s Curator.

4:30 and 5:30pm

The Museum, Ketchum

LIMELIGHT LIVE MUSIC

THURSDAYS

THROUGH MONDAYS

6-9pm

Limelight Hotel Ketchum

151 Main Street 208.726.0888

limelighthotels.com/ketchum

Brad Johnson, Lost in Deep Time, 2022, multiscreen digital installation, installation view, courtesy the artist

THE ARGYROS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

120 Main Street South | Ketchum 208.726.7872

theargyros.org

THROUGH 7 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival

FEBRUARY 5

Each night’s showing will have eight new films for a total of 24 films over the three-day run.

6:30pm

FEBRUARY 10

Lewis Black presents Off the Rails

Known as the “King of Rant,” Lewis Black uses his trademark comedic yelling and animated finger-pointing to skewer anything and anyone that gets under his skin.

8pm

FEBRUARY 3

AND 4 AILEY II

Presented by The Argyros, Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding emerging choreographers. Founded in 1974 as the Alvin Ailey Repertory Ensemble, the company embodies his pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all people.

7:30-9pm

FEBRUARY 11

Philip Glass Ensemble

The Philip Glass Ensemble (PGE) comprises the principal performers of the music of Philip Glass.

7:30pm

Lewis Black

THE ARGYROS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

120 Main Street South | Ketchum 208.726.7872

theargyros.org

FEBRUARY 16

Sammy Miller & The Congregation

Presented by SVMoA

The seven-piece band is pulling people out of their solitary lives and putting them in the moment with a bracing dose of joyful jazz performed with infectious theatricality.

7:30pm

FEBRUARY 25

Gautier Capuçon with pianist Jérôme Ducros

An Argyros Original Production

Attend Gautier’s second winter concert in Sun Valley. Hear some new and unexpected repertoire for cello and piano from Gautier’s latest album, such as La Vie en Rose, Danse des Chevaliers, Over the Rainbow, Singin’ in the Rain, South American Getaway, Comme d’ Habitude, Mambo, The Humoresque, Nessun Dorma , and Amazing Grace—to name just a few—as well as some irresistible favorites from his vast classical repertoire.

7:30pm

MARCH 1

The Moth Mainstage

Curated events featuring five tellers who develop and shape their stories with The Moth directors.

7:30pm

MARCH 4 AND 5

International Guitar Night

Taking the stage for International Guitar Night’s 23rd year of touring will be Jocelyn Gould, a Canadian jazz guitarist and vocalist and recipient of the 2021 Juno for Jazz Album of the Year.

7:30pm

MARCH 6

Andy Frasco & The U.N.

8pm

MARCH 11

Conrad Tao and Caleb Teicher

present Counterpoint

Counterpoint is the artistic collaboration between pianist Conrad Tao and choreographer/ dancer Caleb Teicher, exploring the intersections between their artistic worlds.

7:30pm

Gautier Capuçon

Conrad Tao and Caleb Teicher

THE COMMUNITY LIBRARY

415 Spruce Avenue North | Ketchum 208.726.3493 comlib.org

FEBRUARY 2

Winter Read Kickoff and Exhibition Opening

The Community Library kicks off the 2023 community read of Kali Fajardo-Anstine’s book, Sabrina & Corina . It opens a new exhibit in its foyer: “La Catrinas: A Celebration of Mexican Culture,” featuring papier-mache art by Mexican artist Carlos Lecanda.

6:00-7:30pm

FEBRUARY 16

Creating an Inclusive Outdoors while Elevating Latino Environmental Activism

Olivia Juarez, Green Latinos’ Public Land Director, speaks about their work with nurturing leadership in outdoor spaces and how creating a more inclusive outdoors can encourage a dialogue rich in culture, identity, and joy. In partnership with the Wood River Land Trust.

6-7pm

FEBRUARY 7

Sperm Whales: The Gentle

Goliaths

of the Ocean

Marine scientist, explorer, photographer, and filmmaker Gaelin Rosenwaks discusses her new book and its in-depth look at the world’s largest-toothed predator that was nearly hunted to the brink of extinction. In partnership with Dent.

6-7pm

MARCH 22-26

Treefort Music Festival

More than 300 artists from 31 U.S. states and 24 countries including musicians, artists, and supporters from the Wood River Valley will perform in downtown Boise, Idaho. Featuring local, regional, national, and international showcases of up-and-coming talent, the 11th annual music and arts festival is moving the Treefort Main Stage to Julia Davis Park, which will also be homebase for many of the forts of Treefort. This will also be the debut fest for Treefort Music Hall, an all-ages, state-of-the-art music and events venue owned and operated by Duck Club Entertainment, the parent company and creators of Treefort Music Fest. A new popup music venue and immersive art experience will be unveiled at the former Greyhound Bus Station at 12th and Bannock Streets. A variety of single-day tickets and passes are available. Treefort is an all-inclusive and family-friendly festival with many kids activities.

Downtown Boise treefortmusicfest.com

THE SPOT

220 Lewis Street #2 | Ketchum 208.928.6241 spotsunvalley.com

FEBRUARY 1 THROUGH 5

Production of CABARET

FEBRUARY 1 AND 2 7pm

FEBRUARY 3 AND 4 7:30pm

FEBRUARY 5 4pm & 8pm

Treefort Music Festival

ESTABLISHED IN 1987, BROSCHOFSKY GALLERIES FEATURES FINE ART WITH A FOCUS ON THE WEST, HISTORIC THROUGH CONTEMPORARY.

KEN PELOKE

Casanova, 48” x 36” Oil on Panel

Also showing works by Bill Barrett, Emil Bisttram, Rudi Broschofsky, Russell Chatham, Edward Curtis, Jim Dine, Joellyn Duesberry, Ewoud de Groot, Joan Mitchell, Billy Schenck, Theodore Villa, Andy Warhol, David Yarrow, Russell Young, and more. 360 East Ave. Ketchum, ID • 208.726.4950 • www.brogallery.com

Put Our Team To Work For You.

At Sun Valley Associates we approach our business with a commitment to hard work, honesty, tradition, and community—the values on which this unique Valley was built. Through years of experience, we have learned that a successful sale goes far beyond the final transaction. Let us help you invest in yourself, your family, and in the Sun Valley lifestyle; the place we happily call home.

TOM MONGE

JIM FIGGE

JED GRAY

JASON BUCK

TERRY PALMER

ALEX HIGGINS

105 Camas Road

Located minutes from downtown Ketchum, this elegant lodge-style home on 3 parcels/ 276 acres is situated on the banks of a spring fed lake with elevated views of Bald Mountain. Experience dramatic vistas from every room with hiking and horseback riding out your back door. Seize this once in a lifetime opportunity to be the successor steward of one of Idaho's most exclusive legacy properties.

MLS# 22-329201

208-720-0490

tom@svassociates.com

www.sunvalleyassociates.com

View all area listings at www.svassociates.com

3111 Warm Springs Road

Classic Ski House and Future Development Property located in the Warm Springs Village, only 3 blocks from the Sun Valley/ Warm Springs Ski Lodge and Ski Li s. is property has excellent views of the Warm Spring Ski Mountain. Property contains approximately 10,000 sq. . of land area and includes a 3 bedroom-2 bath, one level single-family residence with a 2 car garage and extra storage.Property is positioned toward the west with an abundance of light and sunshine, as well as being perfectly positioned for Sun Valley mountain sunset’s.

95 Stone Bridges Road – Valley Club

e best of the Valley Club. Beautiful one-level home on the most private fully landscaped large lot in the neighborhood. Formal living room, large family room o kitchen, 2 replaces, fully appointed chef’s kitchen, great separation from primary bedroom and guest rooms. 4 en-suite bedrooms. Garage and private paver patios. Must be seen to be appreciated.

$3,200,000 MLS# 22-330220

125 Picabo St #F2

At the base of Warm Springs as close to the Challenger as you can get. Ski home to your door. Creek frontage on parking lot, designated parking space. Second level corner unit, very private and fully furnished. A ski lover’s dream, enjoy all Sun Valley has to o er right out your front door.

$895,000 MLS# 22-329886

Svea

jonesgroverteam@evrealestate.com www.jonesgroverteam.evrealestate.com

Highly sought-after 3BD/2BA Sagehill townhome in Elkhorn is meticulously maintained and adjoins open space. Enjoy mountain views from the deck, kitchen, and spacious downstairs living areas.

$1,249,000 MLS# 22-330118

Beautifully remodeled 2BD/2BA Andora Villa townhome is ideal for full-time residence or weekend getaways. Main level includes a redesigned kitchen with stainless steel appliances, new flooring, new cabinetry, fresh paint, and retextured walls.

$599,000 MLS# 22-329663

As a seasoned husband-and-wife real estate team, we are passionate about helping people achieve their goals, whether they are buying their first home, looking for the perfect mountain hideaway, downsizing to a smaller residence, or selling their property. Together, we provide our clients with an exceptional real estate experience from start to finish. And sharing our enthusiasm for Sun Valley and its incredible mountain lifestyle is the highlight of what we do.

Andora Villa Townhome

Sagehill Townhome

Sonja Huntsman

208.720.7125

Kirstin Kozlowski 208.720.2333

www.101SageLane.com

NEW PRICE This home has it all! Classic valley 3 bd, 3 ba home situated on a beautiful, private multi-acre lot. Explore private trails and yearround creek on the property. Multiple updated living spaces with amazing mountain views and natural light throughout. Call Sonja

$2,500,000 MLS # 22-329641

www.131SunbeamStreet.com

NEW PRICE! Construction is coming along! This will be a stunning 4 bd home + bonus room and 3 car garage in the coveted Sunbeam Subdivision! This high-quality home will be light and bright boasting lots of windows letting in ample light on this already sunny lot! Call Sonja

$1,395,000 MLS # 22-329486

www.221SunbeamStreet.com

NEW LISTING! This fabulous craftsman style, new construction on the north end of Sunbeam has a chic style. There are clerestory windows in the living room, an open concept on the main floor including the primary bedroom and an office. High ceilings throughout and modern flare in the cabinetry. Call Sonja

$1,275,000 MLS # 22-330179

www.W1115FilerAve.com

NEW LISTING! Residential-DevelopmentInvestment - 13.68 acres/2 county parcels with 1500ft of Rock Creek Canyon Rim frontage, 13 shares of Twin Falls Canal Co, 1400sf home with 3br/2ba, 2 car garage. Only minutes from Twin Falls core and ready for annexation into the City of Twin Falls. Call Kirstin

$1,000,000 MLS # 22-330038

www.103SageLane.com

NEW LISTING! Delight in this lovely, private, serene setting on a large estate lot on Sage Lane in Elkhorn! This contoured lot has character and a wonderful building envelope to capture views of the surrounding mountains and tucked away. This private street is quiet, close to town, ski area and amenities! Call Sonja.

$895,000 MLS # 22-330101

www.331WSageAve.com

NEW LISTING! This 1-bedroom, new construction, mountain-getaway has a mountain modern vibe along with 1600 ft. of shop to store all your toys and more! WIth views of the mountains, you can enjoy hunting, fishing and snowmobiling and skiing that are moments away from your door. Call Sonja

$325,000 MLS # 22-330107

www.ClearLakesGolfLots.com

Elevated view lot overlooking Clear Lake Golf Course. Views of the surrounding hills and Snake River. There are 9 single family living lots and 2 duplex lots ranging in prices from $115,000-$143,000. These can be bought individually or in bulk. Call Sonja.

MULTIPLE PRICES | MULTIPLE LISTINGS

www.2071ElkhornVillage.com

SOLD! Ground level unit, sharply remodeled in 2019! Underground parking, patio with street access, ski locker. Enjoy Elkhorn amenities with easy access to all of the Wood River Valley. Great for tiny living, vacation getaway, long or short-term rental! HOA dues include everything you need! Call Kirstin.

$340,000 MLS # 22-329476

www.13AirportHangarHailey.com

SOLD! T-Hangar, south facing end unit with 43.5’ wide x 13’ high garage door opening. Lots of built in storage including mezzanine with stairs and 13’ x 20’’ auto/storage area underneath. Many upgrades. Call Kirstin if you are looking for an airport hangar!

$299,000 MLS # 22-330046

208.622.7722 | 540 2nd Ave N Suite 101, Ketchum, ID 83340 Keller Williams Sun Valley Southern Idaho

Luxury that is unmatched! Contemporary 5-bedroom 7.5 bathroom home with over 600' of Big Wood River Frontage. Enjoy the fabulous fishing out your back door or relax by the river on your Adirondack chairs by the fire pit. Gorgeous entry featuring glass staircases that lead you to a great room with cathedral ceilings, a luxurious bar for entertaining, and a wall of windows that open to the huge patio overlooking the river.

Listed for $6,995,000

www.BigWoodRiverFront.com www.SunValleyElkhorn.com

This stunning newer 4-bedroom Weyyakin home is offered tastefully furnished. Beautifully updated kitchen includes new quartz countertops and backsplash, lighting, SubZero appliances, and Rohl plumbing fixtures.

Listed for $4,995,000

Fabulous opportunity to join the Valley Club immediately and start enjoying the amenities in your neighborhood. Open concept with stunning mountain views, features 4 bedrooms plus den/office with finishes that are sure to impress.

Listed for $3,195,000

Joanne Wetherell Broker/Owner (208) 720-0916 (Mobile) (208) 726-4901 (Office) Joannew@remax.net www.SunValleyResortProperties.com

and sits on almost 5 acres, with incredible unobstructed mountain views in every direction. Several outbuildings: barn, RV storage, 3-car garage, and water rights!

Listed for $2,350,000

fenced lot. Great room with kitchen, dining room, family and bonus rooms. Outdoor entertaining with covered porch, firepit, and hot tub.

Listed for $949,500

Beautifully furnished Elkhorn condo with Golf Course view. Two bedrooms plus finished den/third bedroom. Expansive deck for outdoor entertaining. Includes a detached garage!

Listed for $875,000

PENDING

202 PICABO ST #115B

Remodeled Edelweiss studio condo located directly across from the Warm Springs Lodge. First floor, rear unit includes full bathroom, kitchenette, and living area with balcony. Includes underground parking garage, hot tub and heated pool, ski locker areas, and parking directly across from the lifts. Rarely available!

Offered at $349,000 | Listed by Heidi Hogan | 208.720.5466

111 CORROCK DR, KETCHUM

If you are searching for a well built home with stunning views and a great location, then look no further. Corrock drive is a quiet side street just minutes away from downtown Ketchum, world class skiing on Bald Mountain, and fishing on the Bigwood River. Offered at $1,950,000 | Listed by Doug Niedrich | 208.720.2088

20340 MAIN ST, CAREY

Amazing Development Opportunity in Carey, Blaine County, Idaho! Large, flat parcel with Main St/Hwy 93/Rte 26 frontage. Residential and other zoning designations. Surface water rights included as well as a Right-of-1st Refusal on adjacent 5 acre corner parcel.

360 MERRITTLANE, STANLEY

Beautiful new construction in the heart of Stanley. Incredible views of the Sawtooth Mountians. High end, custom finishes and fixtures throughout. Radiant floor heat and 2 master bedrooms. Attached, insulated 2 car garage is finished and heated.

Offered at $1,890,000 | Listed by Heidi Hogan | 208.720.5466

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HOWARD DR #7, KETCHUM

This immaculate, end unit Warm Springs condo is being offered fully turnkey! Enjoy views of Baldy and the short walk to the ski lifts. Upstairs, walls of windows and skylights bring abundant natural light to the spacious living room, dining area, kitchen, and nook. A wood burning fireplace and balcony add to the charm.

Offered at $969,000 | Listed by Heidi Hogan | 208.720.5466

222 N 2ND AVE #22, KETCHUM

Prime location in the heart of downtown Ketchum. Sold mostly furnished. Features an open floor plan with high ceilings, new hardwood floors, paint & refrigerator, slab countertops, gas fireplace, deck with mountain views. Onsite amenities include a gym, 2 saline hot tubs, ski locker, recreation spaces, large storage closet, game room downstairs, dedicated maintenance crew & underground parking

Offered at $2,549,000 | Listed by Jeannie Kiel | 208.720.4063

100 S Leadville Avenue

GOLDEN EAGLE

5+ BD, 6 BA, 10,564 SF, 2.77 ACRES

$8,985,000 | MLS #22-329228

This home was designed to take in the phenomenal mountain views to the north and the lake views to the north, east. and south. This elegant art inspired residence comes with a work-out room, home theater, wine cellar, separate living space and bath over the garage, and a master suite with sitting area and luxurious bath. Owner financing or sale of a 50% interest share considered. Inquire.

DIAMOND BACK TOWNHOMES

4+ BD, 4.5 BA, 3680 SF $6,950,000 | MLS #23-330250

Enjoy the views out to the upper White Clouds course and Trail Creek from the back patio and 2nd and 3rd floor wrapping decks. An added den off of the 2nd/3rd floor landing serves as an office/ media room. Upgrades include lighting, blinds, wallpaper, cabinet storage and AV system. Elevator service to all floors. Sold furnished with a few exclusions.

SUE ENGELMANN

208.720.0680

sue@sueengelmann.com sueengelmann.com

LIMELIGHT RESIDENCE

3 BD, 3.5 BA, 2705 SF

$6,700,000 | MLS #22-329872

Packed full of features such as oiled walnut and stone flooring, and an impressive custom crafted front entry door, this residence has two adjacent storage closets and reserved parking for two cars. Enjoy daily breakfast, complimentary airport and local shuttle service, ski locker at River Run, and abundant storage.

BLUE GROUSE IN ELKHORN

5 BD, 3.5 BA, 5889 SF, .86 ACRE

$4,950,000 | MLS #22-330149

This iconic lodge-styled home proves that classic never goes out of style. Features include remodeled kitchen, exposed beam ceilings with abundant natural light, spacious primary suite, wine room, den/ bonus room, huge amounts of storage, and volume galore. Elevated location with great proximity to hiking, the bus stop, the Community School, DollarLodge, and the Sun Valley resort core.

TWIN FALLS POLE LINE RD

11.64 ACRES ON THE CANYON RIM

$8,800,000 | MLS #22-329677

This Snake River canyon rim property is the last and best parcel of land owned by a Twin Falls pioneer family for over 100 years. With +/- 950’ of canyon rim expanse, the views into and across the canyon are breathtaking. The zoning will accommodate medium density residential development, a smaller number of larger estate caliber parcels or mixed uses. City water/sewer on property.

ASPEN LAKE IN FLYING HEART RANCH

2.49 ACRES

$2,775,000 | MLS #23-330244

Nearly 2.5 acres of Paradise! This prime building site is situated on a natural spring-fed lake centrally located in upscale Flying Heart Ranch with easy access to the Big Wood River. Take in the spectacular rugged mountain views from your new dream home overlooking the lake. The large building envelope will allow a generously-sized residence as well as outbuildings. Bring your horses and pets.

Les Saisons is a fractionally owned property that is exceptionally well appointed and ideally located downtown. This 3 bedroom 3.5 bath property has all the amenities one would desire: Golf privileges at Elkhorn, pool, hot tub, massage rooms, owner storage, concierge, valet and daily housekeeping.

Enjoy the privacy and solitude of what a privately gated 57 acres affords and the experience of looking up the entire Clear Creek drainage lled with views, year-round sunshine, trees, wildlife, blue skies and starry nights. This property has an approved and spectacular building site to experience everything this property offers. Must see to appreciate.

DAREN PENNELL

208.720.2619

daren@darenpennell.com www.darenpennell.com 300

$279,000 MLS# 21-328301

Offered at $2.195M MLS# 22-329693

Stunning 5 bedroom, 6.5 bath mountain lodge located just north of Ketchum on 4.6 acres and steps away from the Adams Gulch Trail System. The home designed by Janet Jarvis has a thoughtful layout combining intimacy with dramatic open living spaces, making this home a dream for both entertaining and small gatherings. Luxurious amenities include media and game rooms, 6 replaces, and heated pavers.

122 Lake Creek Meadows, Ketchum | $8,495,000

113 Alpine Drive, Ketchum | $4,495,000

SOLD

701 Morning Star Road, Sun Valley | $3,199,000

Panoramic views from private 4+ acre Elkhorn property. Rarely available Ranch lot allowing for horses and guesthouse. This property includes all day sun, is located just off the bike path and within walking distance to Harker Center and multiple trail systems. Open oor plan with a large loft/media room and a separate 1 bedroom guest apartment located on the garage level with private entrance.

Suzanne Finch Williams

Suzanne Finch Williams

Associate Broker/Owner

(208) 720.3951

Associate Broker/Owner

(208) 720 3951

suzannesunvalley@gmail.com

suzannesunvalley@gmail.com

Noah Hendricks

(253) 320-4087

Noah Hendricks (253) 320 4087

noah@hendricksandassoc.com

801 N Main St, Hailey | $3,500,000

4-plex, stadium seated, all-digital theatre of approx 10,700 sf. The .64 acre property could have alternative uses for many retailers and includes currently leased 1,050 sf adjacent building.

105 Aspen Grove, Ketchum | $795,000

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SuzanneandNoah.com

71 Adams Gulch Road, Ketchum | $14,900,000

Gorgeous home under construction in Lake Creek with amazing views. The new home is approximately 5,600 sq ft with 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths with main oor primary bedroom and living space. Upstairs bunk room and Media room + 2 bedrooms with en suite baths. 3 car garage. Fall 2023 completion. Built by Poster Construction. Existing Guest Cabin with 1 bedroom, 1.5 baths, full kitchen plus loft.

This fabulous 4 bedroom, 4 bath craftsman style home is located in Lake Creek, just north of Ketchum. The 1.8 acre property and grounds include a small pool/ jacuzzi, outdoorshower, large patios off the dining and living rooms, a storage building and large yard. A ground oor of ce, nished basement and sky view loft complete the home.

$1,075,000 MLS# 22-329947

Looking for an IMMACULATE property? This is it! 1.22 acres with a 2015 custom built home. 3 BD + Of ce/ 3.5 BA—every Bedroom is on-suite! This beautiful one-story home features many upgrades and a perfect split oorplan. Very private with gorgeous views. The HOA supplies the irrigation water rights and the dues are only $662 per year. Professional Home Inspection is already done. Buying a home from a Seller like this is a dream come true!

CINDY WARD ASSOCIATE BROKER

208.720.0485

MATT WARD ASSOCIATE BROKER

208.721.3013

matt@findmycorner.com WWW.FINDMYCORNER.COM

cindy@findmycorner.com

INCREDIBLE SUBDIVISION POTENTIAL!

20362

A MOTHER & SON TEAM WITH PROVEN RESULTS

Only 26 minutes from Bellevue this 34.89 acre vacant land parcel is ripe for development! Already located in the Carey City limits so no annexation would be necessary. Carey P&Z previously approved a preliminary plat (aka River Walk Sub) in 2007 for 103 lots. Buyer/ Developer will need to le a new application. Excellent water rights for current use as agricultural tenant farming. This land borders both the Little Wood River & the East Canal irrigation ditches. Buy now and use the winter to plan and break ground in Spring 2023! Blaine County NEEDS more affordable housing lots.

$529,000 MLS# 22-329926

313 S 7th St #2 — Bellevue — Old Orchard Townhomes

South side of this Duplex sits on it’s own 6,000 sf City Lot. 1733 livable SF. 3 Bd/ 2.5 BA with Laundry Room and 2 Car Garage. Fully fenced and professionally landscaped. NO C,C&R’s or DUES! Currently tenant occupied. North side is Pending a sale.

PENDING SOLD

$475,000 MLS# 22-330010

105 Sweetbrier Rd — Heatherlands Mid-Valley

Level 1 acre lot that is away from the highway and the power lines. Great subdivision recreational amenities. Community well, fenced and bordering Nonmotorized open space. Build your dream home here!

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Level 1 acre lot that is away from the highway and Unique SCI-SO Zoned building in Airport West. Uses allow Service- Commercial- Light IndustrialSales Of ces and restricted ADU Residential. Previously the Blue Heron Frame Shop. 1855 SF with ½ Bath. Includes a separate 2 Car Garage in the back and 16 ft tall overhead door in front.

JUSTLISTED

$475,000 MLS# 23-330259

360 Melrose St — Bellevue

2.91 Acre Building Lot in Chantrelle Subdivision in North Bellevue. Just steps from the BIGWOOD RIVER! This level lot is fenced and has NO oodplain or wetlands!

City water and sewer. Don’t miss this one!

Office Locations: 300 N. Main St Ketchum, ID 83340 & 19 W Bullion St Hailey, ID 83333

$575,000 MLS# 22-330190

S Main St. — Carey — Blaine County, ID

$1,260,000 MLS# 22-329975

31 Tyler Drive Griffin Ranch PUD — South of Bellevue

Comet Lane Unit 2 (B) — Hailey

DEANNA MELIN

208.720.5557

deanna@deannamelin.com

SPLENDOR IN THE SAWTOOTHS

The iconic Busterback Ranch is situated in the heart of the Sawtooth Mountains on 80 acres. The resplendent Main House and three Ralph Lauren-inspired guest cabins will transport you to a time where life is lived at its very best.

MLS #22-330205 | $10,995,000

MAKE NEW DREAMS

Situated on nearly one acre, this house offers a mountain lifestyle for all ages - pool, fire pit, hot tub, and plenty of room for outdoor gatherings. 6589 square feet, 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, including a charming guest house with separate entrance.

MLS #22-330090 | $7,795,000

A PERFECT VALLEY CLUB LOT

18 Streamside in the Valley Club is an excellent option for someone looking to build a protected estate home. The adjacent lot has a pond and stream and may not be developed. Enjoy the sunshine and mountain views from this ideal north-facing lot.

MLS #22-329331 | $695,000

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“The best thing you can do for someone is make them a beautiful plate of food.”

—Padma Lakshmi

PIONEER SALOON

Walking into the Pioneer Saloon in Ketchum is like greeting an old friend. It’s often the first stop for locals coming home or visitors starting a memorable vacation. For more than 50 years, the Pioneer has been welcoming its loyal customers with a warm and cozy atmosphere that feels more like someone’s home than a restaurant. Renowned for perfectly aged and flavorful beef, many varieties of seafood, fresh Idaho rainbow trout, and Northwest regional specials, the Pioneer is much more than a steakhouse. Unique and historic western art fills the bar and restaurant, reminiscent of earlier days when pioneers settled in this valley. Authentic and genuine friendly service from familiar faces will make you feel as though you have arrived home when you walk in the door. As the locals say, “If you haven’t been to the Pioneer Saloon, you haven’t been to Ketchum.”

Clockwise from top: The Pioneer Saloon originally opened in the 1950s; flavorful beef on the grill; the interior of Pioneer Saloon.

THE SAWTOOTH CLUB

Always busy with a fun mix of locals and visitors alike, The Sawtooth Club has been downtown Ketchum’s most beloved destination for dining and cocktails since the days when Ernest Hemingway himself was a regular there. Nowadays, the place is more popular than ever with an inspired menu offering a mouthwatering blend of creative small plates to share, grilled steaks, chops and ribs, healthy vegetarian dishes, fresh seafood, unique pasta bowls, and much more.

In the bar, enjoy handcrafted cocktails, 18 wines by the glass, and 12 icecold craft brews on tap. Dinner offerings this winter include fresh Idaho trout, filet mignon, linguine with clams, chicken Senegalese, mesquite rack of lamb, grilled ribeye steak, fresh steelhead salmon, butternut squash ravioli, barbeque baby back ribs, wild west lasagna, Waygu beef meatloaf, New Orleans shellfish pasta, roasted free-range chicken, fresh steamer clams, and seared ahi salad, to name just a few.

All of our grilling is done over a live mesquite-wood fire. We do not use processed charcoal or wood chips, only authentic mesquite logs from Texas. This method of natural wood cooking generates the intense heat that sears in the flavorful juices and imparts a variety of subtle tastes and aromas to meat, poultry, and seafood.

An award-winning wine list complements the wonderful food, and cold winter nights around the large central fireplace are not to be missed! One visit and you’ll know why The Sawtooth Club has repeatedly been voted the “Valley’s Best Overall Restaurant and “The Valley’s Best Bar!”

Top to bottom: Holiday cheer; mesquite-grilled Idaho ruby red trout; cozy fireplace with selections from our award-winning wine list; the Sawtooths in winter, our namesake mountain range.

THE CELLAR PUB

Walking down the stairs into this traditional pub is a rite of passage for any visitor to Ketchum, along with downing one of the establishment’s notorious Moscow Mules, served cold in a copper cup and sure to quench anyone’s thirst. Step inside to the cozy bar and restaurant, full of locals and visitors alike looking to connect at one of the wooden tables over dishes like Fish & Chips, Bangers & Mash, or an Old-Fashioned Bar Burger. For the late-night crowd, The Cellar Pub offers a full bar, complete with draft beers and daily drink and shot specials. Music and sports memorabilia line the walls and bar. Head to the back room and you’ll find booths for chatting with friends as well as a full-size free shuffleboard table and a few arcade games. This pub will leave you feeling full—of good food and good times.

Clockwise from left: Bangers & Mash; the interior of The Cellar Pub; copper cups for Moscow Mules.

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LIMELIGHT LOUNGE

Whether you are fresh from skiing Baldy or hitting the Nordic trails, Limelight Hotel in Ketchum is the place for seasonal gourment food, drinks, and entertainment.

Enjoy the spacious indoor lounge and glorious outdoor patio for sociallydistanced drinks and dining. Serving the finest local and organic ingredients prepared by Executive Chef and longtime local Patrick Thomerson, the Limelight Lounge is sure to have something for everybody. Try our new winter menu

items, including wild mushroom gnocchi, pappardelle bolognese, and pan-seared Idaho steelhead trout.

Enjoy casual dinner options like the hand-tossed wood-fired pizzas, famous cheeseburger, or one of the healthy vegetarian options. Choose from 12 beers on tap, great wine selections, and creative cocktails. In addition to fabulous food, the Limelight Lounge has a daily happy hour and live music Thursday through Monday from 5:30-8:30pm.

Above (clockwise from top left): Limelight patio;The Jackdaw cocktail; Pan-Fried Idaho Steelhead Trout; Spicy Fried Shrimp with Bang Bang Sauce.

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MICHEL’S CHRISTIANIA

Few other restaurants in Ketchum are as steeped in history as the legendary Christiania. Known as “The Christy” to locals, the restaurant has been in operation since 1959 when Ernest Hemingway dined there so often he had his own table. To get your own glimpse of ski history, come to the famous Olympic Bar, where photos and mementos from owner Michel Rudigoz’s time as

the U.S. Women’s Olympic Ski Team Coach adorn the walls. Your meal will be a pièce de résistance! Entrées like Wild Salmon in Sorrel Sauce and Braised Lamb Shank appear nightly on the menu in addition to an infusion of specials like the Poisson du Jour and Pâté de Campagne. The menu also features Lyonnaise pomme frites and fresh salads and, of course, Michel’s extensive wine list.

Left/Above: Enjoy dinner in the cozy dining room. Below: Sautéed breast of chicken with morel cream sauce.

SUSHI ON SECOND

After over 30 years of serving the best sushi in Ketchum, Sushi on Second shows no signs of slowing down. In addition to crafting amazing sushi rolls like the SOS or the Who’s Your Daddy, the chefs at Sushi on Second also whip up other Asian-influenced delights, like Hoisin Lemon-Glazed King Salmon with Sesame Seeds, Baby Bok Choy and Scallion Rice, Spinach Batayaki (sautéed spinach, red bell peppers, garlic, onions, fresh shitake mushrooms with a soy and rice wine dressing), and their SOS-Style Hawaiian Ribs.

Sushi on Second also serves wine, beer, and sake. The praise for this restaurant comes from far and wide. Bon Appetit magazine writes, “Sushi on Second, the best sushi I’ve had in years,” and, framed in the entryway is a menu on which Julia Child wrote, “Bon appetit to Sushi on Second.” Come visit and learn for yourself why a restaurant in Ketchum, Idaho, is making its mark on the sushi world.

Clockwise from left: Citrus Sun Roll; the reception area at Sushi on Second; Hawaiian Pork Ribs SOS-Style.

SUN VALLEY WINE COMPANY

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Whether choosing a bottle for that special occasion, stocking your cellar, or joining friends for a toast to life, make the Sun Valley Wine Company part of your local experience. Enjoy fine wine and light bites in the heart of Ketchum with more than 1,000 different wine choices, relax on one of our heated decks overlooking downtown Ketchum, or sit inside by the fire.

Our menu of artisan cheeses, seasonal soups/salads, delectable treats, and popular charcuterie platters are created fresh daily for your dining pleasure. We also offer a celebrated selection

of imported beers, a variety of other beverages, and premium waters. Let us help you select wines for everyday consumption or stock your cellar with distinct vintages and rare wines. We can assist with delivery too!

Our comfortable space can accommodate small and large parties and is available for private events year-round. Join us for the occasional wine by the glass and live music or attend one of our private high-end wine pairing dinners. Stay in touch for wine tastings, events, dinners, specials, and new releases. Join our mailing list at sunvalleywineco.com.

THE GRILL AT KNOB HILL

From their days as owners of the iconic Warm Springs Ranch to today as owners of The Grill at Knob Hill, Bob and Jolie Dunn understand that pleasing their customers is the key to getting them to come back. Longtime favorites like fried chicken, prime rib, Idaho trout, and a new twist on the beloved Warm Springs scones and honey butter (now popovers and honey butter) have created a loyal following at this beautiful spot. The warm and friendly bar is a welcoming place to relax with neighbors, local bartenders, and hotel guests. Handcrafted cocktails, small plates, or a wonderful bottle of wine and dinner make this a favorite local hangout. Come enjoy the bar after an active day or enjoy the open-style dining room, seven nights a week.

Offering curbside takeout on the full menu. Call to place an order or visit the website to order online.

Clockwise from left: Dining room with winter view; the bar at The Grill at Knob Hill; a delicious meal.

PHOTOS BY KIRSTEN SHULTZ TOP RIGHT PHOTO BY BEN FIGUEIREDO

KETCHUM GRILL

The Ketchum Grill celebrates 31 years “new” this season, meaning they’ve been serving locally-sourced, comforting fare for three decades in their quintessential Ketchum historic house. If you need a little inspiration about what to order, chefs Scott and Anne Mason along with new partner, Kaari Harlamert, recommend the hand-shaped burger cooked over fruitwood with a homemade bun and condiments, or the longtime favorite, house-made lemon noodles with rock shrimp and black pepper cream. You won’t be disappointed!

Top: A seasonal salad.

Bottom: Steak of the day with morels. PHOTOS

WARFIELD DISTILLERY & BREWERY

The Warfield is Ketchum’s only distillery and the Valley’s largest brewery! Located on the corner of Sun Valley Road and Main Street in downtown Ketchum, The Warfield serves up elevated gastro pub fare created by James Beard Award-winning and Michelin-accredited chef, Jay Veregge. All Warfield cuisine features local and seasonal ingredients with an emphasis on organic food and a commitment to our agricultural community.

The commitment to quality ingredients extends to every aspect of The Warfield: All Warfield Beer is made with only certified organic malts and whole-leaf hops featuring an eclectic mix of traditional European styles and cask ales. Warfield’s Vodka, Gin, and Gold Medal Whiskey are certified organic and distilled in small batches on-site.

Come warm yourself by the fire and enjoy a classic pub experience with exceptional food and the best beer and spirits in the Valley!

Clockwise from top: Warfield's Organic Vodka, Organic Gin, and Organic American Whiskey; Charcuterie board; Fresh Organic Warfield Beer.

Wood-fired pizzas, specialty beers, featured wines, and an intimate urban-rustic ambience keeps everyone coming back to this Italian eatery. Beers on tap and an excellent wine selection are cultivated by Adelaide Smithmason, while chef Dave Schenck creates local favorites like Duck Confit with Risotto,

Pork Oso Bucco, and sautéed Idaho

Trout. The fresh and seasonal cusine is always changing, making Enoteca the ideal place for dining out throughout the year. Season after season, there are always new reasons to love Enoteca.

Above: Shaved Brussels sprouts with bacon.

PHOTO BY PAULETTE PHLIPOT

THE KNEADERY

Like its sister restaurant, the Pioneer Saloon, The Kneadery has always been a draw for locals, visitors, and celebrities alike. Since opening in 1974, The Kneadery has been Ketchum’s go-to breakfast spot. Dishes like the Veggie Benedict and the Eggs Blackstone keep regulars coming back for breakfast. With breakfast items served all day, the lunch menu is sure to impress as well with hearty sandwiches and house-made soups. And did you know that The Kneadery is available for private events? So look no further for your next special function!

Above: The Kneadery on Leadville Ave in Ketchum. Above right: Kneadery French Toast Special; Bloody Marys. Right: Inside dining at The Kneadery.

Sun Valley’s original restaurant, The Ram, has been warming and welcoming diners since 1937. This rustic-yet-elegant dinner house has been recently modernized, while still preserving its historic charm. Pianist Larry Harshbarger brings a classic ambiance to the room with gentle melodies played on the resident baby grand piano. Travel back in time

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with the nightly “Heritage Menu”—a series of historic dishes such as pork tenderloin schnitzel and Hungarian goulash— resurrected from the restaurant’s long and storied culinary tradition. Next door, the Ram Bar is an upscale lounge perfect for enjoying specialty cocktails and light fare, replete with plush couches and a view of the Sun Valley Village.

Hours change seasonally. Reservations required. Please visit: sunvalley.com/dining or call for more information.

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PHOTOS BY KEVIN SYMS

Above: In keeping with the traditional ambiance of the iconic restaurant, The Ram combines cozy surroundings and décor with modern updates.

Right: The Ram features fresh seafood and prime steak so tender you can cut it with a fork.

VILLAGE STATION

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Road-weary travelers of every age will find something to enjoy at Village Station. The train station-inspired décor pays tribute to Sun Valley’s history as an early destination on the Union Pacific railroad line. Enjoy a wide selection of cocktails and craft beers on tap, as well as a crowd-pleasing menu with hearty cheeseburgers, chicken wings, pizza, family-style salads, and more. Four bigscreen televisions and ample seating inside make it the perfect place for your group to gather on game days. Take-out is also available.

PHOTO BY HILLARY MAYBERY

Hours change seasonally. Please visit: sunvalley.com/dining or call for more information.

Above: Enjoy spacious seating inside the Village Station, which overlooks the resort grounds.

Right: One of Village Station's delicious pizzas.

Gretchen’s restaurant is named after Olympian and Sun Valley native, Gretchen Fraser. She was the first American to ever win an Olympic gold medal for skiing in the 1948 Olympics in St. Moritz, Switzerland. Gretchen’s is the perfect place to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner overlooking the Sun Valley Ice Rink. Conveniently located at the Sun Valley Lodge, Gretchen’s offers a wide range of fresh and innovative selections, such as the Kale & Quinoa Salad, Cashew Stirfry Chicken, and the classic Reuben. Whatever you’re craving, Gretchen’s is sure to have something for you.

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SUN VALLEY CLUB

The Sun Valley Club is much more than just a golf course and Nordic center; it’s also a restaurant and full bar open to the public. Young ones will find favorites on the kids menu while those coming fresh off the links or trails can sip specialty cocktails or draft beers. This season enjoy guest favorites like the Crab Louie Salad and the Turkey & Brie Club, in addition to locallysourced menu items featuring fresh veggies, meats, and seafood options. Enjoy a large wine selection, cocktails, and beer as you take in stunning views of Bald Mountain.

Hours change seasonally. Please visit: sunvalley.com/dining or call for more information.

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THE ROUNDHOUSE

Founded in 1939, the Roundhouse is one of the most iconic restaurants in Sun Valley. Perched midway up Baldy at 7,700 feet, the Roundhouse has views that cannot be beat. Ride up to the restaurant in style in the Roundhouse Gondola—a special experience that makes for a memorable meal. The restaurant is also accessible by ski and foot traffic. For those on skis, take a break from your ski day at the Roundhouse for a lunch complete with their famous fondue and a beer. Reservations are recommended for this popular culinary experience. For a special dinner, make a reservation for a Friday or Saturday night to enjoy the prix-fixe menu including a gondola ride.

Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2019

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PHOTOS BY KEVIN SYMS

KONDITOREI

Sun Valley’s Austrian-themed bakery and café is the perfect destination, whether you’re looking for locally-roasted organic coffee, house-made pastries, or a handcrafted meal to fuel your adventure. Locally renowned for its delectable pastries and third wave coffee program, Konditorei offers a little bit of sweetness for everyone. Situated in the middle of the Sun Valley Village, Konditorei is a must when visiting the Resort. Enjoy breakfast or lunch in the chaletinspired dining room while watching the seasons change through one of the many large windows. Serving Alpine fare interpreted for the American palate, Konditorei serves up favorites like the Oat Crunch Griddle Cakes and Cauliflower Hash for breakfast or the Reuben Sandwich and Kondi Cobb Salad for lunch. Konditorei also features an all-day breakfast menu. No matter the occasion, Konditorei has you covered! Be part of the Alpine tradition and enjoy this classic café.

Insider’s Tip: Earn ‘free drink’ rewards with every coffee purchase! Bring your own cup and receive an additional $0.50 off per drink!

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Above (clockwise from top left): Locally-roasted, fair trade coffee and espresso; for a healthy start, try the Cauliflower Hash; endless selection of house-made pastries.

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PHOTO BY PAULETTE PHLIPOT

CHOCOLATE FOUNDRY

No matter how sophisticated your sweet tooth, the Chocolate Foundry has something to satisfy any craving. This winter, enjoy Ghirardelli hot cocoa and warm homemade chocolate chip cookies. With a global selection of some of the world’s finest sweets—including clusters, fudge, Jelly Belly candies, licorice, and soft-serve ice cream—you can shop for gifts, treats, or grab a bottle of wine or beer to enjoy at home. And of course, this vintage shop is a must-visit for the kids!

Above: The Chocolate Foundry is located in the Sun Valley Village.