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FROM THE PUBLISHER Well it’s looking a lot like a fun-packed winter season!

Plenty of holiday cheer with planned activities for all ages.

Along with the winter sports opportunities a mountain resort area offers, we have world-class lodging, dining, and shopping. And did I mention fun?

If that isn’t enough, Sun Valley will be hosting the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Finals on Bald Mountain scheduled for March 20-27, 2025.

Festivities will include the 5850 Fest which will feature prominent musical artists and events in downtown Ketchum. Event information and a schedule are available at 5850fest.com.

The last time Sun Valley hosted a World Cup finals event was in 1977. So the anticipation amongst snow sport lovers is significant to say the least.

See you on the road, slopes and parties, Randy Schaeffer, Publisher/Owner

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MOMENT: Elevating Automotive Care

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CHRISTMAS ISLAND LODGE An Angler’s Paradise

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By Bryant Dunn

By Randy Schaeffer

MASTHEAD

THE WOOD RIVER WOLF PROJECT

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LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER

GREAT FINDS Extraordinary Winter Gifts

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MY SKI RACING JOURNEY

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OLYMPIANS AND WORLD CUP RACERS

By Hayden Seder

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By Haley Cutler

OUTDOOR GUIDE

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SHOPPING MAP BUSINESS LISTINGS

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SKI TUNING WHY AND HOW

By Dana Sterling

SLEIGH RIDES

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SUN VALLEY’S FAMOUS HARRIMAN CUP

By Hayden Seder Photo: Steve Mollin

Photo courtesy of The Community Library Center for Regional History.

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Haley Cutler gliding through the air.

2025 Winter Season

JOYCE YANG in concert with Festival Musicians MARCH 6–8, 2025

The Sun Valley Music Festival’s 2025 Winter Season features curator and pianist Joyce Yang. An accomplished soloist and chamber musician, she will join forces with Festival Orchestra musicians.

March 6, 7, and 8, The Argyros Performing Arts Center in Ketchum, 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)

“It’s a privilege to welcome Joyce back to Sun Valley, this time in winter and on the intimate stage at the Argyros in Ketchum. She has assembled an eclectic and intriguing program of music that she feels a special connection to and which I know we will all enjoy immensely.”

—Music Director Alasdair Neale

The concerts are about two hours long, including an intermission.

Winter Season admission is free, but space is limited and reservations are required. Public reservations for the Winter Concerts begin Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 9:00 AM (Mountain Time) online at svmusicfestival.org.

For complete reservation details, attendance information, and the most recent updates regarding the Winter Season, please visit the Festival website at svmusicfestival.org.

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THE VALLEY CLUB: Mountain Modern Meets Club Classic

By Max Riggs, PGA

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GREENHEAT: The Heating Solution for Your High-Elevation Home

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AIRLINE MAP Nonstop flights from ORD, SEA, SLC, LAX, SFO, DEN

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STANLEY Upper and Lower Stanley Map

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SUN VALLEY WEDDINGS 74 / Madalyn and Charles 76 / Janece and Joseph

TOWN MAPS 91 / Sun Valley Village 94 / Ketchum/Elkhorn 95 / Hailey 96 / Bellevue

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LODGING GUIDE From 5-star to sleeping bags – we have it all including luxury homes and condos

BALDY TRAIL MAP

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TOWN BIKE PATH

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SOLDIER MOUNTAIN Photo: Mike Schirf Photography

Photo: Brie Thomason Photography

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NORDIC TRAILS

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NUTRITION: What does one EAT when they are a top athlete?

By Julie Johnson, NTP

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DINING GUIDE The Source is the only local magazine that gives you a complete listing of all restaurants and cuisine from Stanly to Fairfield.

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MR DEE: Artful and Delicious

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EXTRAORDINARY WINTER GIFTS

Great Finds TOPNOTCH FINE FURNISHINGS

Lean On Me Mirror: The center steel frame is suspended between two hand-forged textured legs. The mirror has a generous 1.25” bevel. Can be hung or leaned against a wall using the non-tip kit provided. 32 W X 80 H X 1 D (in) www.topnotchonline.com 680 Sun Valley Road | 208.726.7797

BARRY PETERSON JEWELERS The Pharaoh ‘Nebula’ Money Clip features a frame in 24K gold koftgari, inlaid with 10,000-year-old fossil Woolly Mammoth tooth. Inspired by the designs of ancient Egypt, rendered in a variety of hallmark materials and techniques William Henry is known for.

Featuring 3.50ctw of fine white diamonds set in 18k white gold, this Diamond Snowflake Pendant has become a Barry Peterson Jewelers signature line.

This unisex Newport Bracelet is bold, beautiful, rugged, and timeless. The silver beads, sculpted with geometric web, are flanked by dramatic Red Snowflake Obsidian with matte black onyx spacer beads, all built on welded stainless aircraft cable for durability. www.barrypeterson.com 511 Sun Valley Road, Ketchum | 208.726.5202

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Check out some of the winter favorites.

Dansko “Lizanne” Rieker style W2173-62 Gabor “Moto-boot” Shoes for every man, woman, child and season! www.ozziesshoes.com 4th & Leadville, Ketchum 208-726-3604

STURTEVANTS

Save the Duck Collections Master the winter elements with the new Save the Duck collections, our animal-free take on high-performance outdoor gear. Known for creating quality garments produced with respect for the Earth’s resources and the well-being of its inhabitants. www.sturtevants-sv.com Ketchum: 340 N. Main Street | 208.726.4501 Hailey: Corner of Main & Carbonate | 208.788.7847

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Leather purses in assorted colors.

Pair with your favorite outfits and always have your essential items at the ready.

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MOON SHINE BOUTIQUE AND THE CONTEMPORARY COTTAGE Locally-made items from jewelry, hats (like this one-of-a-kind hand-burned felt hat) and candles to ornaments, ceramics and clothing!

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Great Finds NAIFEH FINE JEWELRY

This moonstone ring features a delicately carved face that captures the mystique of starry nights. Set in rich yellow gold and framed by radiant diamonds, it’s a standout piece for a winter wonderland. Discover more unique creations like this in our Celestial collection, each with its own touch of artistry. www.naifehfinejewelry.com 4 Kitzbuhler Strasse, Sun Valley

HELIOS

Bring a touch of luxury and exclusivity into your space with our Green Onyx Crystal Wall Panels. Each panel is crafted from gorgeous green onyx, showing off unique, intricate veins that make every piece one-of-a-kind. It’s a natural beauty that transforms any room into something truly special. www.helios.art 4 Kitzbuhler Strasse, Sun Valley

THE ELEPHANT’S PERCH

Hoka Kaha 2 Frost GTX Hiking Boot Made to go from scenic summits to your favorite café, these hiking boots are winter ready.

Indyeva Ayaba III Jacket Designed to tackle cold winters.

Details include an exterior phone pocket and a gusset opening at the collar for easy scarf wearing. www.elephantsperch.com 280 East Avenue, Ketchum 208.726.3497 26

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What is special about Enewton Bracelets?

Enewton’s commitment to quality materials, such as gold filled. You save time since you can shower, sweat, swim and sleep in your Enewton! www.thefarmersdaughtersunvalley.com 331 Leadville Avenue N, Ketchum 208.720-1801

Journey MY SKI RACING

Photo: Sue Schwarts

By Haley Cutler

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y name is Haley Cutler, a proud native of Sun Valley and a current World Cup Downhill skier.

My ultimate goals are to qualify for the World Cup Finals in my hometown and compete at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.

Growing up in Sun Valley, Idaho, I fell in love with skiing at the age of two. As my passion flourished, so did my skills.

After high school, I embarked on the Nor-Am circuit and achieved significant success. However, financial constraints soon posed a challenge, limiting my ability to pursue my ski racing career further. Faced with difficult choices, I made the bold decision to attend college, where I could continue skiing competitively while earning a degree.

During my time at the University of New Mexico and Montana State University, I competed at the Division 1 level and secured multiple podium finishes, earning NCAA AllAmerican and All-Academic Team honors.

RENEWED DETERMINATION A few months after graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, I realized my passion for ski racing was far from over. With renewed determination, I committed to reigniting my pursuit of a spot on the World Cup circuit and a shot at the Olympic Winter Games.

This season, I’m thrilled to share that I’ve reached my first milestone—securing a place on the World Cup circuit!

INCREDIBLE SUPPORT This journey would not be possible without the incredible support of my Sun Valley community. The Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation (SVSEF), local businesses, restaurants, individual supporters, and my family have all played

“The clearest your mind will ever be is in the start gate of a downhill race.”

— Haley pivotal roles in helping me chase my dreams. The financial demands of ski racing are significant, and fundraising is no easy feat, but my community has been my foundation through every step.

A unique part of my situation is that although I have a secured start position on the World Cup circuit, I am not a named athlete on the US Ski Team, therefore I am not supported financially. I am considered an Independent racer, going through this amazing journey solo and responsible for my own finances.

With consistent results and dedication, I’ve been fortunate to gain sponsors and donors from across the country. The World Cup Dreams Foundation has also been instrumental by providing donations and a platform for fundraising. If you would like to contribute to my journey, please scan this QR code to learn more.

The most important lessons I’ve learned so far are to always believe in yourself, give everything you have, and remain grateful for the opportunities life offers. S

Follow my journey this season on social media @hay_cudi, and I can’t wait to see you at the World Cup Finals this March!

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Ski Tuning WHY AND HOW

Walk into any good ski shop today and it becomes immediately apparent that the market is filled to the brim with a wide variety of skis in different shapes and sizes aimed at specific uses and users than ever before.

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ong gone are the days when there were but a few brands of skinny skis on the wall to choose from with the main difference being flex, or stiffness if you prefer. Add to that the different lengths, widths and profiles specifically designed for men, women, children, flex and turn radius and snow conditions, why it can be a bit overwhelming yet easy to justify owning more than one type or pair of skis. Your choice is mainly determined by where you ski and how often you ski. For the seasoned skier traveling to a multitude of areas seeking certain snow conditions, owning a quiver of skis will be the norm. Powder skis? Yes please. Carving skis? Yes please. Good all mountain daily driver? Yes please. You get the idea.

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MAINTENANCE That being said, the one thing all these different types of skis have in common is that they all serve the basic function of sliding on frozen water and they all need to be properly tuned and maintained in order to get the most out of them and of course justify the expense by having the most fun possible. Other common traits are the basic parts of the ski and understanding why its important to service your skis to specification. Starting with a flat base, its imperative to realize that for a variety of reasons all ski bases will either be or become convex or concave. Maintaining a structured and as flat a base as the ski type will allow is a must to effective edging. Next, the base edge bevel determines how quickly a ski will begin carving a turn when tipped on edge. For example, a shallow bevel such as .5 of a degree will engage much sooner compared to a 1.2 degree bevel. Then there is the side edge angle which determines how aggressively, or not, the ski will carve and hold on to an arc through the turn. For example a 3.0 degree angle will be more aggressive than a two or a one degree angle. All said, maintaining base,

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Remember the old adage that the best skier on the hill is the one with the biggest smile on their face and yes, the condition of your gear is a huge part of that!

base edge bevel and side edge angle is a must consideration in how your skis behave in a multitude of snow conditions.

THE “HOW” PART Now comes the “how” part. Those in the know understand the need for basic hand tools and supplies to keep skis in good working order throughout the season by light tuning of side edges and keeping bases clean and waxed. When hand-tuning becomes less effective, it’s time to bring them in to a qualified shop for heavy service that otherwise can’t be done at home.

That being the need to stone grind the base and reset the base edge bevel and side edge angle. The general rule to consider when hand-tuning is never touch or use an abrasive tool on the base edge bevel. Doing so will result in unpredictable behavior and reduction in overall performance with special consideration to firm snow.

your equipment. A shop that offers race services will most likely be your best choice and a good technician will be able to properly evaluate your skis and recommend a service that’s appropriate for you. As an example, in our shop we offer a wide variety of services from entry level recreation ski tuning to elite race services for all disciplines. We also utilize a state of the art Wintersteiger Jupiter SSDP M3D ski service machine to provide the most precise and comprehensive services available anywhere in the world. While this may mean little to some, the takeaway is a customized tune that works for you and your quiver of skis. From profile base structures to V-Edge, or variable edge if you prefer, to a simple sharpen and wax, best practice is to always start your tuning journey at a shop that offers – well – best practices.

Remember the old adage that the best skier on the hill is the one with the biggest smile on their face and yes, the condition of your gear is a huge part of that! SO, if you’re ever in the neighborhood, please stop by for a consultation.

Pray for snow, be safe and please ski under control! S Dana Sterling Technical Ski Service Advisor, Sturtevants of Sun Valley, Idaho

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W E STE R N BIG GA ME HUNTI NG S STEE LHE A DI NG SUN VALLEY’S FINEST HUNTING ADVENTURES!

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Christmas Island Lodge An Angler’s Paradise

By Bryant Dunn ©2024

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or Christmastime revelers across the world, December 25th serves as the annual day to exchange gifts, fill stockings and celebrate holiday traditions with friends and family. However, on the central Pacific island of Kiritimati, Christmas is a year-round event.

Commonly known as Christmas Island, named by Captain James Cook upon his “discovery” of the island on Christmas Eve in 1777, this central Pacific coral atoll is one of 33 tropical islands that make up the Republic of Kiribati and is located approximately 1,300 miles due south of Hawaii just north of the Equator. In the local Gilbertese language, ti is pronounced as s thus resulting in the pronunciation of Kiritimati equating to Christmas and Kiribati to keer-ih-bos.

RECREATIONAL FISHERY This remote, palm tree-covered white sand island is known as one of the most spectacular recreational fisheries on the planet, offering world-class saltwater flats fishing as well as deep sea fishing opportunities beyond its surrounding reef. Giant trevally, bluefin trevally, golden trevally, milkfish, triggerfish, a variety of reef fish and the ubiquitous bonefish swim the 150 square miles of ankle to waist deep water encapsulated in the island’s inner lagoon. In fact, by some estimates, the bonefish population of Christmas Island outnumbers the human population of 7,400 by roughly 100 to 1.

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ANGLING TOURISM Kiritimati’s primary export is copra, a product of the numerous coconut palm trees that blanket the island, but in recent history angling tourism has become central to the atoll’s economy. Anglers, most commonly fly fishermen, travel to the island on a weekly Fiji Airways flight that originates in Honolulu. Once on-island, visitors are transported to their lodgings which are mostly spartan rooms that offer basic amenities as a base for long days wading the inner lagoon and the surrounding outer reef in search of the various piscatorial target species.

Recently, thanks to an exclusive joint venture between the Kiribati government and an American partnership headquartered in the Northern Rocky Mountains, Christmas Island Lodge (formerly the Captain Cook Hotel) has been renovated, remodeled and upgraded to serve as Kiritimati’s premier lodge offering catering specifically to adventurous anglers from across the globe. In addition to the comprehensive renovations of six two-suite private oceanside bungalows complete with thatched roofs, air conditioning and en suite showers, the lodge is now connected to the new solar electrical grid which was installed by the Kiribati government in advance of the pandemic.

LAUNCHSITE Among many advantages offered by Christmas Island Lodge over the few existing lodging options on the island is the private boat launch on the inner lagoon which was built during the country’s pandemic closure. This launchsite, adjacent to the lodge’s private swimming lagoon, allows Christmas Island Lodge guests to be the first in and the last out of the back of the inner lagoon where the most desirable fishing opportunities exist. This launchsite is only permitted to

Christmas Island Lodge guests and eliminates the lengthy drive and boat trip from the other lodgings located in Tabwakea and London on the northwest shores of the atoll.

The lodge’s location on the outskirts of Banana, a small village on the north central reach of Kiritimati, is most proximal to the airport and the highly coveted fishing destinations of the Korean Wreck and Huff Dam. This allows for minimal vehicle travel and a maximum of fishing hours each day. Additionally, with the advent of the Starlink global internet system, lodge guests will have unequaled internet connectivity while enjoying the sunset and fresh lobster and sushi appetizers each evening after long days on the flats.

WEATHER Regarding the best time of year to visit Kiritimati, due to its location near the Equator, weather varies little with temperatures only fluctuating by approximately 1 degree over the calendar year and settling comfortably in the mid-80s during the day and the mid-70s at night.

As global tourism has steadily approached pre-pandemic norms, international travelers are increasingly returning to exotic destinations like Christmas Island. And though, for most of the world, Christmas is celebrated just one day per year, adventurous anglers can celebrate Christmas everyday in the Republic of Kiribati which might very well end up being the holiday of a lifetime. S For more information on Christmas Island Lodge, visit christmasislandlodge.com or call 1-844-CILODGE (245-6343).

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The Wood River Wolf Project The Wood River Wolf Project is a collaborative of community members, livestock producers, wildlife NGOs, and county, state, and federal agencies working together to use proactive, nonlethal deterrents to minimize conflicts between livestock and wolves. The project is managed by the International Wildlife Coexistence Network, a 501c3 organization based in Idaho.

WHY In 2002, sheep ranchers in the Wood River Valley began experiencing a few sheep losses to wolves. Then, in the summer of 2007, a newly formed family of wolves killed over a dozen sheep in one incident along central Idaho’s “sheep superhighway” just north of Sun Valley after a rancher released several thousand sheep in the same area where the wolves were raising their young pups. Usually, under these circumstances, members of the pack or the entire depredating family of wolves would be killed in response. However, a group of collaborators from the wolf conservation and ranching groups proposed using nonlethal deterrents to keep wolves from killing livestock across a wide area.

Based on the successful application of nonlethal deterrents, the Wood River Wolf Project was formed in 2008. The project area is a “worst case” scenario, as native predators kill more sheep than other types of livestock, and these tens of thousands of sheep graze annually in the large scale mountainous areas surrounding the Wood River Valley. Over the next several years, documented sheep losses to wolves in the Project Area were 90% lower than the rest of Idaho according to the USDA National Agriculture Statistics Service. While tens

of thousands of sheep graze annually in the project area, an average of just under 5 sheep per year are killed by wolves.

Over the 17-year history of the project, two wolves have been killed in response to sheep – despite the ongoing killing of entire packs of wolves. In the past two seasons, we’ve not had a single sheep lost to wolves in the project area.

HOW Nonlethal control measures take advantage of wolves’ natural wariness and suspicion of anything new and different in their territory. The WRWP is putting together equipment to go into “Band Kits” that will accompany each sheep band so herders and volunteers can deploy them when wolves are nearby. The techniques used include; Human presence. Wolves are particularly wary of humans, increasing human presence around sheep bands is one of the techniques. Animal Management. Avoid trailing livestock through known wolf rendezvous or den sites. Livestock Guard Dogs. LGD breeds have been used for centuries to protect livestock from predators, The most well known in the U.S. are Great Pyrenees, Anatolian Shepherds, Akbash or Maremma. Our field staff construct spiked collars

to help protect the dogs with added flashing lights to ward off predators. Other tools in the Band Kit include Spot and Fox lights, Fladry and Turbo Fladry, and various sound devices including boom boxes, blank pistols, and air horns.

STRIVING TOWARDS COEXISTENCE The Wood River Wolf Project has been featured in documentaries addressing the importance of predator and livestock coexistence. Science has proven that when a key predator species has been removed from an environment, this environment may suffer from overpopulation of another species, as happened in Yellowstone NP when wolves were removed. Elk over browsing on young Aspen and Willows led to the degradation of meadows and streambanks. The streams themselves became silt laden and gravel spawning grounds disappeared. The Elk populations themselves also began seeing disease spread due to overpopulation.

When the wolves were returned to Yellowstone, the environment quickly turned back to its former health, the trees and beavers returned, the streams became healthy again, it was a complete transformation and this can all be attributed to the return of the key predator species, the wolf. S

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ZIONS BANK BOULDER MOUNTAIN TOUR and the SUN VALLEY NORDIC FESTIVAL

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January 30 - February 2, 2025 One of the crown jewels of the Gem State is the Zions Bank Boulder Mountain Tour, which winds its way through the pristine Sawtooth National Recreation Area, located north of Ketchum. Now celebrating its 52nd anniversary, the Boulder Mountain Tour (BMT) is one of the longest-running and most celebrated cross-country ski races in North America.

Leading off the Sun Valley Nordic Festival is the NordicTown USA Sprints at Simplot Lot, followed by the Boulder Mountain Tour Expo featuring industry insiders, sponsors, goods, and bib bag pickup. The Expo will take place at Limelight Hotel.

A total of 1,000 skiers will participate in the Boulder Mountain Tour, with 800 skiers in the 34 km Full Boulder and 200 in the 15 km Charley Course Half Boulder.

On Saturday, February 1, participants will toe the line for the Boulder Mountain Tour, beginning outside the historic Galena Lodge in the beautiful Senate Meadows. The 34-kilometer course features rolling terrain that is suitable for skiers of all ages and abilities. For families wanting to enjoy the course with small children or those new to the sport, the 15-kilometer Charley Course Half Boulder is an excellent option. This shorter course starts and finishes on the same route as the Full Boulder, beginning at Baker Creek.

With a dedicated team of experienced organizers and enthusiastic volunteers behind it, the Boulder Mountain Tour promises an unparalleled experience that will resonate with every participant. Join us for a day of skiing, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories in the heart of Idaho's winter wonderland!

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Come see the mountains through the eyes of a local expert. Sun Valley Resort’s skilled Ski & Ride School instructors not only offer individually tailored lessons, they will also roll out the red carpet, guiding you through the very best ways to hit the slopes. These Private Lessons are an unmatched opportunity to share knowledge and enrich your relationship to both of our beloved mountains.

Whether you’re looking to perfect your turns or gearing up for your very first time on the terrain, Ski & Ride School instructors are here to build your confidence, allowing you to make the most of your Sun Valley experience.

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Sun Valley will be hosting the Audi FIS Ski World Cup Finals from March 22-27, 2025. Prepare to witness an exciting competition as the world’s top 25 male and female alpine athletes compete in all four disciplines, including the slalom, giant slalom, super-G, and downhill at the first-ever Stifel Sun Valley Finals. Make sure to check out everything from the race course to schedules and VIP offerings at SVWorldCup.com.

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NORDIC CENTER Looking for ways to diversify your Sun Valley days?

Take in the fresh mountain air at a slightly different speed, and enjoy a day of cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. The Sun Valley Nordic Center, nestled among some of the best cross-country ski terrain in North America, can outfit you with everything you’ll need for skate and classic skiing, even if you hadn’t initially planned to set out on a less-vertical outing. And, with over 40 km of trails of unmatched quality, there is room for folks of varying skill levels to enjoy taking on the trails. For those completely new to cross-country skiing, the Nordic Center offers a variety of fun and informative clinics, as well as easy access to rentable gear.

With consistent conditions carefully maintained, this trail system will provide an opportunity to enjoy winter in a totally different way; gliding or walking along rolling hills while taking in the majesty of the mountains.

Photos Courtesy of Sun Valley Resort

SNOWMOBILING Idaho has more than 7,200 miles of snowmobile trails – the most offered by any state in the Lower 48. The Boulder Creek Area, from Boulder Lake to the North Fork of the Big Wood River, holds miles and miles of groomed trails. In addition, the land surrounding the East Fork of the Big Wood River is open all season.

Contact Smiley Creek 877.774.3547, Sawtooth National Recreation Area 800.260.5970 or Blaine County Recreation District, 208.788.2117.

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Sleigh Rides E

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mbrace winter’s romance with one of Sun Valley Resort’s most popular activities: a classic horse-drawn sleigh ride through the snowy hills. Take a daytime sleigh ride and enjoy the scenic views from Bald to Proctor Mountain.

SCENIC SLEIGH RIDES Dress warmly and snuggle up with your favorite people for a 30 minute classic horsedrawn sleigh ride through the snow. Grab a hot cocoa at the Sun Valley Inn before the ride and enjoy the fresh mountain air and the jingling sound of bells as the horses take you for an old fashioned tour.

PRIVATE SLEIGH RIDES Make your special event even more memorable. Book a private sleigh or wagon for weddings, engagements, anniversaries or any special occasion. S Visit sunvalley.com for more details.

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The World Series of Ski Racing

SUN VALLEY’S FAMOUS HARRIMAN CUP

By Hayden Seder

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ith Sun Valley set to host the Audi FIS Ski World Cup Finals in March 2025, it’s a perfect time to reflect on Sun Valley’s storied history in the world of ski racing. In recent years, Sun Valley has played host to events including the US Alpine Championships, in 2016 and 2018, the FIS World Cup in 1977, and was a training site during the 2002 Winter Olympics. But the biggest claim to fame was Sun Valley’s founding of the first major international ski competition in North America, the Harriman Cup, founded by Averell Harriman in 1937. This legendary ski race was a true spectator sport, often described as the “world series of ski racing,” which attracted legendary skiers the world over.

WHEN/HOW IT STARTED The eponymous Harriman Cup was founded by Averell Harriman, the founder of the Sun Valley Ski Club (the official sponsor of the Harriman Cup for the entirety of its run) and, of course, the founder of Sun Valley.

Harriman wanted to create a race for his ski club’s members but also one that would match the big races in Europe at the time, like the Kandahar.

While the Harriman Cup would eventually find its home on Bald Mountain, the first event, held March 13-14, 1937, took place north of Ketchum on a mountain near SNRA headquarters, which would eventually be named Durrance Mountain, for Dick Durrance, who would go on to win the Harriman Cup numerous times.

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women were allowed to compete starting in its second year.

Averell Harriman, 1930s

In those early days, before lifts, racers would travel for days to get to the mountain and then on race day, start at dawn to hike up to the downhill course. That first year, a speedy racer from Dartmouth, Dick Durrance, won, cementing what would become a storied legacy in the history of the Harriman Cup. HISTORIC EVENT Already in its first year, the Harriman Cup was a historic event, as the first international ski race in North America. The invite-only race attracted top skiers worldwide and spectators lined up to see these pros compete in downhill, slalom, and combined on Sun Valley’s steep slopes. The first year of the event was men only, but after protesting the lack of inequality,

BALD MOUNTAIN It wasn’t until the Cup’s third year, in 1939, that the Harriman Cup came to Baldy. Much thought went into where to set up the racecourse. With Baldy getting a lift on the Warm Springs side the previous year, it was decided to make the downhill racecourse on Warm Springs, which racers were known to flash straight down.

In 1940, in what was to be his third year of winning the Harriman Cup, Durrance took Warm Springs in one awesome plunge, almost leaving the course, hitting a small pine tree, and getting knocked back into a sitting position on his skis, all while hitting speeds of more than 60 miles per hour. According to a 1963 article in the Christian Science Monitor, Durrance could be heard shouting “too fast!” as he made his way down the run, and when Averell awarded him his trophy, advised Durrance “never, never race like that again, Dick.”

Winning the Harriman Cup trophy itself was almost a spectacle on par with the race, with winners awarded a silver revere style bowl, standing at 7.5” tall and 14” in diameter. Averell or his daughter Kathleen would present the cup to the winners while spectators did a rendition of “It Happened in Sun Valley,” complete with foot stomping and hand clapping. Winners were only given their cup (and its champagne contents) for an hour before taking home a replica, but it was agreed that any three-time winner (of which there were only three: Durrance, Christian

Dick Durrance winning the Harriman Cup in 1938

Photos courtesy of The Community Library Center for Regional History.

Pravda, and Grace Lindley) got to take home the real thing.

Eventually the racecourse was moved to Exhibition, “the most difficult downhill in the US,” where the race amped up its already notorious reputation.

A FORMIDABLE FOE At a pitch of 33 degrees, a vertical drop of 1,050 feet, and approximately 0.8 miles long, Exhibition is a formidable foe, and only made up a part of the new racecourse. For the new course, skiers left the Diamond Sun gate at the top of Baldy and made their way down Ridge and Ego Flats, through the Golden Gate onto Rock Garden, transitioned around the Roundhouse corner and down Roundhouse Slope, over the lip of Exhibition, down Exhibition, and through a gully into River Run. The entire vertical drop of the course was 3,230 feet and 1.9–2.2 miles, depending on how the control gates were set and where the finish line was placed.

To appreciate the difficulty of this course, one can compare it to the Challenger racecourse Sun Valley Resort has created for the upcoming 2025 race, which starts at the top of International before winding through Warm Springs, combining downhill, super g, giant slalom, and slalom in the same course. The downhill portion, on International, is 2,687 feet (the steepest part of the Challenger course) and 1.5 miles long (also the longest part of the course).

The race would continue for many years, with men continuing to schuss down the Exhibition course while the women’s course switched to the newly constructed Olympic run in 1949. A young Bill Janss would compete one year, and the race took a break for

Dick Durrance preparing for a race, 1937

Dick Durrance with the Harriman Cup, 1939

Bill Janss, 1940s

several years during World War II, but always the race was a draw for racers and spectators until its final year, in 1975. Many will never forget the thrills, stories, and history of the legendary thirty-eight-year-old race. S SUN VALLEY SOURCE

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he Valley Club’s Moose Grill restaurant project originated in 2019 as the ever growing, now waitlisted Membership, at The Valley Club continued to expand their offerings.

Delayed during the COVID-19 Pandemic, the project’s original scope, design and feel took several iterations before breaking ground in September of 2023. After a year of construction, led by project manager, Gene Korby of Korby Builders and Daniel Hollis of Hollis Partners Architects, the new restaurant opened its doors for Members on September 13, 2024.

The Moose Grill’s indoor/outdoor space was custom-tailored in conjunction with Boise based designer Courtney Ward and SFJones Architects. “A vintage sports lounge meets mountain modern – our guiding principle for the concept forward restaurant.

Saddle leather, sporting art, and sophisticated

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detailing define the warm atmosphere. Our aim was to create a space that evokes the nostalgia of making memories gathered around a table. Moose Grill is the place where people can come together in that spirit,” described Courtney.

The expansion to The Valley Club’s West Campus was an extension of the previous Pool Café whose seasonal doors were limited from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The Café had minimal indoor space and no protection from the elements around the family pool area.

Now, The Moose Grill, with an interior capacity of 70 and a custom patio cover, will be the foundational community gathering space for the increasing year-round presence of Valley Club Members in the Wood River Valley.

The Valley Club Food & Beverage team, led by Executive Chef, Travis Catanzaro and Director of

Food & Beverage, Max Riggs, focused The Moose Grill offerings with local, sustainable products throughout our region including Squash Blossom Farms and Hyndman Peak Beef & Cattle Co. “Our menu features Club favorites like Half-Roasted Mary’s Chicken to bar classics including hand-tossed pizzas and crispy calamari. We catered the menu to fit the space while satisfying a fast, but elegant service,” said Chef Travis.

“The response from our community and final product is beyond expectations. We are thrilled for our Members and look forward to welcoming you to The Moose Grill,” remarked Max. S

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She’s the One ...as told by Chuck:

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twist of fate and some motherly scheming brought Madalyn and me together. Life in New York is busy, and without the persistence of our moms and a special mutual family friend, we may have never aligned our priorities to meet for a first date.

But in March 2019, we finally did. The connection was immediate, leaving us both with an empty feeling when we said goodnight.

Since then, our lives have taken a different path – one that revolves around each other.

Our journey has taken us to some unexpected places, including one of special significance. When the pandemic rattled Manhattan in March 2020, we retreated to Fairfield, CT, and had the privilege

Wedding Planner: Erika Hill Photographer: Brie Thomason Photography Floral Design: Tara Bella Flowers

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of taking care of our family’s two black labs for as long as we stayed.

The younger of the two, Moby would lie on Madalyn’s feet during the day and wait by the door when she left – a stronger signal than any that she was the one.

WHY WE TOOK OUR VOWS IN IDAHO Sun Valley has earned a very special place in our hearts after several summer and winter visits with loved ones – starting with my grandparents 30 years ago and continuing today through my parents!

We were further inspired by my parents, who celebrated their own marriage at Trail Creek Cabin 32 years prior. We were honored to share that tradition in the same location, in the same month, and even signed our certificate in the storied cabin, which still holds so many of its original qualities.

Even more special than the stunning setting at Trail Creek Cabin was the company who joined us. We were humbled by the love and effort that went into the planning by our family and friends, who supported our decisions and allowed us to enjoy the process. And on the day itself, we were overjoyed to share our love for Ketchum and grateful to those who shared such beautiful memories with us. S

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oseph and I met in the summer of 2020 on a pickleball court in Seattle thanks to Joseph’s brother, and my good friend, Thomas. While Joseph left later that summer to go back to his hometown in Alabama, the chemistry between us only grew, and less than a year later, he moved across the country to Seattle for a “change of scenery”, which we both knew wasn’t the whole story.

Three adventurous years and countless games of pickleball later, we were engaged.

We attended our first wedding together at Trail Creek Cabin in 2021 and were beyond impressed. When it came time to pick a place for our celebration, Trail Creek was on the top of our list. Together with our amazing planner Amanda Seaward and my mom Pearl, we started making our dream a reality.

After exchanging vows at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church, we adventured into the mountains with our wonderful photographer, Maggie Grace, while our guests went to Trail Creek for cocktails and celebration. Joseph and I arrived for the reception, and we were blown away by the ambiance. The skyline faded into a beautiful sea of red and pink while our guests enjoyed phenomenal food from Sun Valley Company, and our unofficial wedding cocktail, the scratch margarita. We danced the night away and were charmed by our DJ, Alex, who literally did not miss a beat.

One of the benefits of having a Friday wedding at a destination, is that Saturday becomes a full day of adventure for most guests, and we did our best to bring our own flair to the festivities. Just as our relationship began, we assembled 40 of our family and friends at The Valley Club for some semi-competitive pickleball (for some more than

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others). The J & J Pickleball Classic was a resounding success, and we closed out the weekend with a reverse rehearsal dinner of incredible BBQ from Sisters BBQ (you HAVE to order the brisket).

We consider ourselves very lucky to have had the opportunity to get married in beautiful Sun Valley, Idaho, and couldn’t have imagined a better backdrop for our wedding and a place for our friends and family to get to visit. S

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LODGING 766 S. Main St., 208-928-7727, Cell: 208-721-0067 Silver Creek Hotel

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721 N. Main St., 208-725-8282 FAIRFIELD

The Prairie Inn Box 540, 764-2247, Fax: 764-2244, www.prairieinn.com

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A Wood River Inn & Suites

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578-0600, 877-542-0600, Fax: 578-0700 Airport Inn 820 4th Ave. S., 788-2477, Fax: 788-3195 Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott

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711 N. Main St., 788-8500 Mountain Valley Lodge

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A Tamarack Lodge

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Box 7120, 726-3344, 800-521-5379, Fax: 726-3347 Best Western Plus Kentwood Lodge

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Box 2172, 180 S. Main St., 726-4114, 800-805-1001, Fax: 726-2417 Best Western Tyrolean Lodge

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Box 202, 260 Cottonwood, 726-5336, 800-333-7912 Hotel Ketchum

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Box 660, 600 N. Main, 726-5900, 800-262-4833, Fax: 726-3761 Knob Hill Inn

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Box 800, 960 N. Main St., 726-8010, 800-526-8010, Fax: 726-2712 Limelight Hotel

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151 Main St. S., 726-0888 PINE

Hayhurst Bed & Breakfast

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208-653-2135, www.hayhurstBnB.com Pine Resort and Pine Motel, Private Campground

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208-653-2210, WiFi STANLEY

Lower Stanley Country Store & Motel

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HC 67, Box 300, 774-3566, 800-972-4627, Fax: 774-3518 (16 cabins) WiFi access Mountain Village Resort

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Box 350, 774-3661, 800-843-5475, Fax: 774-3761 Valley Creek Lodge & RV Park

Box 402, Hwy. 21/75 Jct., 774-3606, off Hyw. 75 (phones, WiFi access, color TV) Red Fish Lake Lodge (Summer only)

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Box 9, 774-3536, Fax: 774-3546 Redwood Cabins (closed mid-October to mid-May) Box 55, Hwy. 75, 774-3531 Riverside Motel & Sawtooth Rentals (closed December to January)

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Box 192, Hwy. 75, 774-3409, 877-774-3409, Fax: 774-3490 Stanley High Country Inn (closed October 30, reopens January 2014 )

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Box 347, 208-918-1578, www.stanleytownsquare.com Triangle C Cabins

Box 69, #1 Benner St. & Hwy. 21, 774-2266, 800-303-6258, Cell: 309-0269 Fax: 774-2266 SUN VALLEY

Sun Valley Resort

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Box 10, 1 Sun Valley Rd., 622-4111, 800-786-8259, res. 622-5151, Fax: 622-3700

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On Anderson Ranch Reservoir in Pine Idaho Just a hop, skip and a jump from Sun Valley, Twin Falls or Boise

380 Miles Of World Class Snowmobile & ATV Trails A GORGEOUS, RUSTIC & ROMANTIC MOUNTAIN LODGE

Lodge has 7 individual rooms – each with private full bathroom.

Cozy cottage has full kitchen, full bathroom, W/D & gas grill.

Lodge and cottage overlook gorgeous Mountain Reservoir.

Large great room perfect for reunions of all kinds.

Lodge sleeps up to 20, Cottage sleeps up to 8.

208-653-2135

Rooms from $155 per night

Rooms with: 1 king bed 2 full beds or 3 full beds

HayhurstBnB.com

COME ENJOY HAYHURST BnB: Breakfast Included With Lodge Stays • Fully Appointed Guest Kitchen BBQ Grills • Pool Table • Custom Bar • Hot Tub • Sauna • Fire Pit • Wi-Fi • Satellite TV Within a Few Miles of Cafes, Bars, Golf Course & Amazing Hot Springs • 500 feet from Pine Airstrip • Courtesy Car Awesome Venue For Retreats, Reunions, Weddings, Girls’ Weekend

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VACATION HOMES, CONDOS & CABINS Alpine Lodging Sun Valley

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LODGING

333 Main St. S. #101, Ketchum, 726-5601, 888-987-3658 Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties

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191 N. Main, Ketchum, 622-3400, 877-978-2978 Habitat 2000 Box 700, 601 Leadville, 726-8584 High Country Resort Properties

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Box 191, 141 Northwood Way, 726-1256, 800-726-7076 Les Saisons

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680 Sun Valley Road, 727-1616, 866-847-4200 Pennay’s at River Run Box 1298, 300 Wood River Dr., 726-9086, 800-736-7503, Fax: 726-4541 Sun Valley Ultimate Services, LLC

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Box 2361 SV, 201 Washington Avenue, 725-2226 , Fax: 866-334-0318 SUN VALLEY

High Country Resort Properties Box 191, 141 Northwood Way, 726-1256, 800-726-7076, Sun Valley Resort

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1 Sun Valley Road, 622-4111, 800-786-8259 Croney Cove Guest House Box 869, 726-2683 Living Waters Town Houses

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Box 10159 Ketchum, 727-6942, Fax: 726-5047

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Riverside RV Park & Campground

HOOKUPS

BELLEVUE

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RV PARKS & CAMPGROUNDS

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Box 635, 622-3510, Fax: 622-3510

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Smiley Creek Lodge

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HC 64, Box 9102, 774-3547, Fax: 774-2280, www.smileycreeklodge.com The Meadows RV Park

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Elk Mountain RV Resort

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Box 350, 774-3661, 800-843-5475, Fax: 774-3761 Smiley Creek Lodge

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HC 64, Box 9102, 774-3547, Fax: 774-2280, www.smileycreeklodge.com Torrey’s Resort & RV Park

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HC 67, Box 725, 838-2313, 888-838-2313 Valley Creek Lodge & RV Park Box 402, Hwy. 21, 774-3606, off Hwy 21 (WiFi access)

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Luxury Residences in the Heart of Downtown Ketchum!

• Complimentary Valet Services • Concierge Services (365 Days A Year!)

• Daily Housekeeping • Pre-Arrival Grocery Shopping

• 2,000 Sq Ft Luxury Residences • Heated, Underground Reserved Parking • Year-round Rooftop Pool & Hot Tubs • Exercise/Sauna/Steam/Massage Areas

Rentals & Ownership concierge@lssunvalley.com or 208.727.1616 • www.lssunvalley.com

EXPERIENCE

TRINITY HOT SPRINGS IN PARADISE, ID

RESORT RESORT~~~ CLUB CLUB ~~~SPA SPA RESORT CLUB SPA YOGA YOGA~~~CABINS CABINS CABINS ~~ ~ CAMPING CAMPING EVENTS YOGA CAMPING~~~EVENTS EVENTS RETREATS RETREATS ~~ WEDDINGS WEDDINGS ~~ REUNIONS REUNIONS

CALL 208-653-2123 208-653-2123 CALL TRINITYHOTSPRINGS.CLUB TRINITYHOTSPRINGS.CLUB

THE DEEPEST & PUREST

SOURCE 2.2 Miles Miles of of 2.2

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IDAHO’S HIDDEN GEM Motel, Cafe and Bar Recreational opportunities for all seasons

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YEAR-ROUND FAMILY ADVENTURES AND ACTIVITES Live Entertainment • Karaoke • ATVing • Boating • Snowmobiling • Deer & Elk Hunting Kokanee, Rainbow & Bass Fishing • Camping • Hiking • Mountain Biking Hot Springs (nearby) • Color Chasing • Wildlife Watching & More

15 ROOM MOTEL WITH CONFERENCE ROOM, HOT TUB AND SALON FULL HOOK-UP RV PARK • Make Reservations Early (208) 653-2210 FULL MENU CAFÉ (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) • FULL BAR (Cocktails, Beer, TVs, Billiards, Shuffle Board) OPEN 7 DAYS PER WEEK YEAR-ROUND 12 North Pine-Featherville Road • Pine, Idaho • Small Craft Air Strip (5 minutes from resort) Cafe 208-653-2526 • Bar 208-653-2323 • Motel 208-653-2210 • Salon (by appt. only) Text/425-351-6802

Painting & Graphic Design

judysdesignhouse.com

AIRLINE FLIGHTS SUN VALLEY (SUN) NONSTOP FLIGHTS – 6 CITIES!

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YEAR-ROUND: Delta SLC, United DEN, Alaska SEA WINTER/SUMMER/FALL: United LAX, SFO, ORD WINTER: Delta LAX, SEA

≈ Flight times are approximate

Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) is located in Hailey, 12 miles south of Ketchum/Sun Valley

AIRLINES SERVING

OTHER NEARBY AIRPORTS

Alaska Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . www.alaskaair.com Nonstop flights: Seattle (SEA) – year-round

Located 150 miles southwest of Sun Valley and served by seven major airlines.

Delta Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.delta.com Nonstop flights: Salt Lake City (SLC) – year-round Nonstop flights to Los Angeles (LAX) and Seattle (SEA) – winter

TWIN FALLS, ID (TWF)

HAILEY, ID (SUN)

BOISE, ID (BOI)

United Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.united.com Nonstop flights: Denver (DEN) – year-round Chicago (ORD) – winter/summer Los Angeles (LAX) – winter/summer/fall San Francisco (SFO) – winter/summer/fall 88

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Located 60 miles south of Sun Valley and served by Delta Airlines

CHECK SUN FARES FIRST

FLY SUN ONE STOP TO THE WORLD

2024-25 winter flights – nonstop to 6 cities!

ORD, DEN, LAX, SEA, SFO, SLC

Photo: Tim Burke

SEA: Nonstop flights, 2x week Sept 7 - Dec 15, 1-2 flights daily Dec 19 - April 21

SLC: Nonstop flights 2-3x daily year-round; 3x daily Dec 21 - April 30 LAX: Nonstop flights, 1x week (Sat), Dec 21 - March 29 SEA: Nonstop flights, 5x weekly Dec 21 - Jan 5; 3x weekly Feb 14 - March 30

DEN: Nonstop flights daily year-round, 2x daily Dec 12 - March 30 SFO: Nonstop flights 2x week Sept 4 - Oct 27, 1-2x daily Dec 12 - March 30 LAX: Nonstop flights 2x week Sept 5 - Oct 26, 1-2x daily Dec 12 - March 30 ORD: Nonstop flights daily Dec 19 - March 30

FLIGHT INFO & SCHEDULES at www.flysunvalleyalliance.com

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BIKE PATH The Wood River Trails Bike Path starts in Bellevue and ends just north of Ketchum. This smooth, paved path has scenery all the way and is open to foot traffic, bikes, dogs and skates. In the winter season it is groomed for cross-country skiing. Sorry, no motorized vehicles. Take this trail and leave the car behind!

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SOLDIER MOUNTAIN FREE RV PARKING IN SOLDIER MOUNTAIN SKI AREA PARKING AREA • 208-765-3437 FOR DETAILS SOLDIER MOUNTAIN IS LOCATED 43 MILES FROM SUN VALLEY LEGEND SNOWCAT AREA

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Soldier Mountain Ski area Base: 5,756’ • Top: 7,177’ • Vertical Rise: 1,425’ Featuring 1,150 Skiable Acres

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Please check our Website or Facebook page for snow conditions and the most recent updates: soldiermountain.com facebook.com/soldiermountain

SOLDIER MOUNTAIN SKI AREA IS OPERATED UNDER PERMIT FROM SAWTOOTH NATIONAL FOREST

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What does one EAT when they are a top athlete?

By Julie Johnson, NTP

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y first ski race was at Paradise on Mount Rainier Washington State, when I was seven or eight years old.

I have a few memories like faded and curled photos in an old scrapbook. It was a very long time ago. I was told to follow a blue line down the center of the course. The course was so deep and rutted I stalled out on the high side of a turn. People were urging me on; “Go go.” They were waving and pointing, “go that way” they shouted. I wanted to stop and talk, but the crowd pushed me on. My mom had sent me off from the top and was now waiting somewhere at the bottom. When I finally arrived she congratulated me, gave me a homemade cookie and told me I got second place in the race. If I wasn’t so chatty I would have gotten first place for my age group. I never lost my love of skiing or eating.

To keep strength and endurance while training and competing in high altitude and cold a competitor needs frequent snacking of whole vegetable, and grain carbohydrates, high protein foods as well as fats. These demanding conditions can burn up to 1,000 calories per hour. To maintain a body temperature of around 98°F, your body burns more calories to generate heat through a process called thermogenesis. High altitude also burns more calories than sea level because it increases your basal metabolic rate (BMR). Your bones and muscles are looking for fat, protein and carbohydrate to get your motor running throughout the day. Dietary proteins play a key role in muscle repair and growth.

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THINK OF BUILDING A CAMPFIRE First we need dry paper or highly flammable wood shavings, (carbohydrates). When the spark has ignited that material we need to add a flammable source a little heftier and dense, (Protein) because the carbohydrates quickly burn out. After those two products get going and the denser material is creating more heat we add the really big fuel, (fats). With a good hot base these fats keep the heat on all day.

CHRISTIN COOPER Still being my curious and chatty self I was lucky enough to catch up with a couple of Sun Valley’s own. Christin Cooper and her husband Mark Tache live in Bozeman Montana and run an award winning restaurant called Ale Works. They source grass fed meats and local greens. They credit their success to the team building skills they both learned while on the US ski team.

Christen also worked in the ski racing industry as a commentator for thirty years. That is a lot of time standing in the cold at the bottom of the World Cup and Olympic competitions.

“Ski racing is an individual sport played as a team so it’s always an interesting balance between taking care of yourself and expecting to be cared for.

Navigating all that on the US Team, as in life, is part of the personal growth process, figuring out what you need and going about getting it while doing no harm to anyone else.” Christin Cooper – 1984 silver medal in giant slalom in Sarajevo, Yugoslavia.

Christin learned to make her own granola and traveled with peanut butter while she was on the team. These are

especially excellent sources of carbohydrates and fats needed for the demands of cold, high altitude training.

Nut butters can give an athlete endurance. Almonds are high in healthy omega-3 fats, and are a rich source of plant-based protein and contain essential minerals like magnesium, calcium, manganese and phosphorus. Olive and coconut oils are also good, but limit the use of other oils like soy, corn and cottonseed. (Most restaurants use those cheaper oils to improve operating costs). These are inferior fats (polyunsaturated fats) to burn in the body and can even lead to atherosclerosis or hardening of your arteries. Homosapiens, and more importantly our brains, evolved on animal protein and fats, not plant sterols.

MARIA MARICICH Dr. Maria Maricich D.C., also on the US ski team between 19781984 and 2nd in the ’83 World Cup for downhill, remembers finding US military bases overseas so they could purchase peanut butter and nutritional yeast which she sprinkled on her own homemade granola.

While the team had good Physical Therapists and trainers with them they didn’t talk much about healthy calories. She instinctively knew that supplementing vitamins was something she needed. They were at the nutritional “mercy of the many different hotels and countries they traveled through”. She put herself on a vegetarian diet but years later realized that was not the best diet for competition. She runs a functional medicine and Light Touch chiropractic practice in Ketchum and has since helped her patients’ health through

eating a whole foods diet that includes grass-fed meats.

GRASS-FED BEEF As an endurance athlete, you should invest in grass-fed finished beef. A study published in 2010, in Nutrition Journal, determined that grass-fed beef had higher inflammation reducing omega 3 fatty acids. Eat your protein meals after weight training exercises to rebuild and gain muscle mass. Creatine, an amino acid, builds muscles and has a side gig as an antioxidant. Meat eaters have higher levels of creatine than vegetarians. The body does make about one gram a day (this is how important it is for bodily functions) but we need about 2 to 3 grams a day for brain function and muscle building.

While in most cases, downhill ski racing is a gnarly two minute sprint it still requires the athlete to train as hard as any endurance athlete. And you definitely need well defined muscle strength and mental acuity for the high speeds of a downhill skier.

HYDRATION We can’t talk about staying healthy and in shape without mentioning hydration. A 2% drop in hydration levels can negatively impact performance. Pure filtered water is your best way to hydrate. If you add electrolytes, the water you drink will have a better chance of absorbing on a cellular level. The US ski team didn’t add nutritionists as part of their team until about ten years ago.

Now they make sure all athletes are well hydrated, not just for the races but for daily practices.

MUFFY DAVIS Another Sun Valley native Muffy Davis was on the junior US Olympic ski team when she was paralyzed in a training run at the young age of 16.

Not to be stopped, she qualified for the Paralympics and earned a bronze medal in the 1998 games. She then went on to dominate the World Cup between 1997 and 2002 winning multiple titles and 7 crystal globes. In the 2002 winter

games in Salt Lake Utah, she impressively won 3 silvers. Muffy was very fortunate to have her mother cooking for her balanced meals of proteins and vegetables. Between 2010-2014 she switched gears to hand cycling.

She found this sport was even more demanding on her muscles. Getting enough protein became her focus.

She included well sourced grass-fed animal proteins. She also included supplements like turmeric for inflammation, fruits for antioxidants and beet juice for nitric oxide. She won three Gold medals in the 2012 London games. The most a person can win in those games. Muffy then went on to be our county commissioner and our Idaho state representative (26A district) from 2018-2021. An amazing career that probably couldn’t have been done without family support, pure determination and good nutrition.

Whether you are a World Cup competitor or weekend adventurer these nutrition facts will help you navigate all the cold winter sports. S

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726-7067

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Atkinsons’ Market

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SALOON

If you haven’t been to the Pioneer Saloon, you haven’t been to Ketchum!

Hearty steaks & prime rib Fresh seafood Meaty ribs Hard Liquor Wine & beer

320 N. Main St, Ketchum Idaho Hours: Bar opens at 4 pm Dining Room opens at 5 pm We are open every day.

We do not accept reservations.

Phone: (208) 726-3139 Email: pioneerketchum@gmail.com

A Pioneer gift card makes a

wonderful present. Gift cards can be purchased on our website, over the phone, or in person at the restaurant.

www.pioneersaloon.com

real food. wholesome goodness. always.

With gratitude for our local farmers, producers & providers

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725-5001

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726-5233

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726-2442

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726-5181

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726-9595

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726-2739

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726-0737

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788-2294

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788-1223

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928-7306

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788-7699

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928-7929

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788-7217

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788-1255

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788-5986

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788-4060

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928-4899

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788-9184

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828-4376

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788-8844

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578-1293

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788-0772

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788-6464

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928-7655

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f presentation is everything, then Mr. Dee has got it all. Each time a dish comes out of the kitchen, it’s almost like experiencing live theater. The colors and textures of each plate served is its own work of art.

Ramen is new on the menu at Mr. Dee with several different mouth-watering bowls to choose from.

With a full bar, Mr. Dee is the perfect place to meet for Girls’ Night Out or any celebration. The private room and the sun room offer an intimate setting for friends and family. Call ahead to reserve those spaces.

Dang and his wife A Chanthasuthisombut, also own Dangs Thai Cuisine & Sushi Bar in Hailey. Dang was recognized in 2023 as Idaho’s Small Business Person of the year. An honor given to only one business in the whole state per year. In January 2024, he was awarded the key to the City of Hailey by Mayor Burke, but he is never too busy to make you feel welcome and appreciated at Mr. Dee. S

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928-7550

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788-4449

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Mama Inez Taqueria

726-0125

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Silver Dragon

788-8668

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788-1456

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Yoimi Sushi & Hibachi

751-1497

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774-3317

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774-3516

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774-2536

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721-2459

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774-3547

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774-6573

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