Covered Bridge Magazine is Vail Valley’s hyper regional semi-annual publication, created and designed with the local in mind. Launched in 2021 by Jaunt Media Collective, a Vail-based media company that cultivates community through information + inspiration, Covered Bridge Magazine is a nod to mountain valley legacy and a celebration the locals who give it life. This issue features cover model and Covered Bridge writer Jennifer Weintraub and delivers a vibrant mix of stories that capture the Valley’s dynamic energy. Inside, you’ll find a heartfelt profile on Tara O’Donoghue and her work with First Descents, an in-depth look at the Precourt Healing Center and its impact on mental health care, plus inspiring features on creative entrepreneurs Nora Fierman and Johnny Weddle. Other highlights include a tribute to Vail’s beloved “piano man” Micky Poage, a spotlight on wildfire mitigation efforts led by Eagle Valley Wildland and a thoughtful exploration of sustainable dining in “green gastronomy.”