Billings June 2017

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Lifestyle Letter

A Great Month to be a Guy

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s June arrives, we realize we’ve nearly made it through half the year—and wonder how that could be possible!

It feels like just yesterday we were thinking about New Year’s resolutions and Valentine’s Day gifts. Now, we’re planning for summer—long days and warm nights, grilling, pools and everything else the year’s middle months bring along.

JUNE 2017 PUBLISHER

Jeff Lethert | Jeff.Lethert@LifestylePubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Tori Perry | Tori.Perry@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Before we get to that, though, we need to take some time to show off some important people in our lives. Our May issue was all about the influential women in Billings, so, this month, it’s only fitting that our June issue of Billings Lifestyle is dedicated to the dudes.

McCoy Worthington, Stephanie Hower CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

McCoy Worthington, Robb Vann

Why is this month so great to be a guy?

For starters, if you’re a dad, you get a full day that’s completely dedicated to you. Kick up your feet, grab a cold drink and enjoy being the center of attention on June 18.

If you’re not a dad, don’t worry—there’s still a lot you can enjoy. Grab a dozen (or two) on June 2 for National Doughnut Day—just don’t forget to hit the gym afterward. Cast a line on June 18 for Go Fishing Day, and clear out your phone’s camera roll for National Selfie Day (everyone’s still all about that, right?) on June 21. Finish off the month with a great breakfast for Waffle Iron Day on June 29.

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As you flip through these pages, get to know some of our own influential men around town—you might even see someone you know. We know how hard you work and how important you are to the community, so kick back and relax—this one's for you.

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Have a great June, guys. We’ll see you around.

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With a month that's full of great stuff, the only way it could get better is with this issue of Billings Lifestyle.

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

MONTANA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL

the booths and the gardens in the shade of the trees on the lovely grounds of the Moss Mansion until 4 p.m. Enjoy artist demonstrations and lively musical acts throughout the day.

The mansion is also open all day at regular admission prices.

Contact chairperson Stacey Jacobs for more information at SpringFestMM@gmail.com or call the museum at 406.256.5100.

GOLF FORE KIDS’ SAKE On Friday, June 23 at Eaglerock Golf Course, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yellowstone County will host their fifth annual golf tourna-

Welcome, lords and ladies, to the Montana Renaissance Festival!

ment! The cost is $600 for a team of four and includes a box lunch,

Step back to a time when romance and chivalry abound. Enter a

range balls, green fee and carts. There will be appetizers following

magical world where knights, lords, ladies and fairies play, a time

the tournament and raffle prizes. Registration will be at noon with a

where people took pride in their craft and trade. Come thee hence

shotgun start at 1 p.m.

and explore the Renaissance Festival!

The largest event of its kind in this area, the Montana Renaissance Festival takes place June 3 and 4 at ZooMontana, and it is a time to revel in the atmosphere of a 16th-century European country festival. Watch full-contact armored jousting tournaments, compete in Scottish and Irish heavy athletic competitions or renew your vows with the king and queen presiding. Visit the event website at MontanaRenFest.com or ZooMontana.org for complete event details.

29TH ANNUAL SPRINGFEST Join us Saturday, June 3 for the 29th annual SpringFest at the Moss Mansion! This juried art festival features regional artists and their original handiwork for sale, antique booths, musical entertainment and a wide variety of refreshments for every taste. The day begins with a pancake breakfast at 8:30 a.m., booths opening at 9 a.m., and, as the sun powers up, so does the fun! Shop and mingle among Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yellowstone County serve youth through one-to-one mentoring so youth can reach their full potential. For more than 40 years in the community, the organization has shown proven outcomes in helping youth with their confidence, competence in their schoolwork and in their relationships. Funds from the golf tournament go directly to support community-based and school-based programs.

For more information or to register, please call 406.248.2229. You can also download a registration form from BBBSYC.org.

HEART & SOLE RUN The 38th annual Heart & Sole Run will take place Saturday, June 17.

The proceeds go towards the YMCA Annual Campaign and improving the Billings trail system through Billings TrailNet. There are three races to choose from: RRCA 5K, 10K, and a 2-mile health walk. All races start in front of St. Vincent Healthcare, 1233 N. 30th St., and finish at Dehler Park, home of the Billings Mustangs.

Following the race is the Montana Active Life Festival at Dehler Park. This free public event will be fun for the whole family! There will be music, kids events, interactive booths and more! Booths will be open 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Visit HeartAndSoleRace.org for more information.

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Trend Setter

COURTESY OF THE REBELS & RAZORS BARBER CLUB

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY MCCOY WORTHINGTON

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he sun is out, and that means it’s time for a fresh, clean look. But for men, it’s not always easy to know what to ask for at the local barbershop. Luckily there are places like downtown Billings’ Rebels & Razors Barber Club, formerly known as Prohibition Brotique & Barbershop, which specializes in men’s haircuts, facial hair grooming and expert consultations for the undecided customer. With a staff that has more than 40 years of barbering experience combined, the group takes pride in providing men with customized cuts and the latest styles.

So, whether you’re looking to clean up for summer or completely revamp your look, here are some of this summer’s hottest trends, courtesy of the team at The Rebels & Razors Barber Club.

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A modern twist on a vintage look, the pompadour hard part is crisp and sharp. Hair is kept longer on top with the sides transitioning to very short in a hard blend. The hair on top is folded over and etched to leave a contrasting line at the scalp.

A tweak on the traditional pompadour, this cut was recently made popular by Brad Pitt in the movie Fury. It features tight sides and a longer, pumped up top.

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Dimensions: no more than 2 inches on top, ¼ inch to skin on sides, hard blend into a tapered back, top is lifted Ask for: fury cut or slicked back fury undercut

BUSINESS FADE

BEARD TRIM

A classic business cut, this style runs from short sides into a longer top. It features a smooth blend without choppy lines.

This summer a popular look is clean, trimmed beards. The key is creating clean, crisp lines to shape lips and the neck. Choose from a hefty trim, light chisel or just a cleanup trim.

Dimensions: custom cut on top, no shorter than 2-inch sides, smooth blend and fade Ask for: businessman fade or classic fade

Dimensions: starting at the temple, fade down, trim cheeks and clean neck Ask for: beard trim or beard shaping

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• Bear Mountain Beard Polish, $16.50 at Rebels & Razors Barber Club

- Helps maintain, condition and soften full beards and mustaches.

- Shape, condition and soften beard while adding a pleasant scent.

• Foster's Finest Beard Oil, $16 at Rebels & Razors Barber Club - Adds a pleasant scent to beards and mustaches.

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Hops & Vine

CANYON CREEK & THIRSTY STREET A PASSION FOR THE PERFECT BEER ARTICLE MCCOY WORTHINGTON PHOTOGRAPHY ROBB VANN AND MCCOY WORTHINGTON

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t takes time, precision, a sharp palate and, at times, a complex understanding of chemistry. Sometimes recipes take years, even decades, to perfect. It sounds like a grueling process, but for beer lovers, the result is worth it: art and science folded into a refreshing foam-topped glass—just the right balance of hues, hints and bold flavors. And for some of Billings’ best local breweries, making the perfect craft beer is more than just a process—it’s a passion.

In Billings' west end, Canyon Creek Brewing has built a reputation for excellent beer. For brewmaster Ron Kalvig, the beers locals have come to love the roots that extend well beyond the Canyon Creek brand.

“I started homebrewing back in 1998,” Kalvig says. “I worked out of the garage and started building my own equipment. I turned my garage into a brewery.”

In 2013, Kalvig decided to share his liquid masterpieces with the public. At Canyon Creek Brewing, he spends the majority of his week brewing his beer on-location. In the time since the local brewery has opened, Kalvig’s creations have morphed from a few batches in his garage to a full-scale, increasingly popular local brewery.

“It’s kind of hobby that’s gone astray,” Kalvig says. “It just kept growing and growing.”

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Thirsty Street's Bear’s Delight Honey Wheat

Shea Dawson, brewmaster and owner of Thirsty Street

Ron Kalvig, brewmaster at Canyon Creek

He says that a main key to his success has been taking advantage of local ingredients and striking just the right balance.

“I use as much Montana-made malt as possible,” he says. “I like giving people a place to go and drink good local beer.”

One of Canyon Creek’s most popular beers, The One Night Stand Blonde Ale, also happens to be its oldest recipe. The Blonde Ale was the first beer Kalvig brewed, and years of tinkering have paid off.

Known for its soft body and refreshing finish, its fresh taste stems from local ingredients, namely pure Montana two-row malt.

Another sought after selection, especially during the summer, is Canyon Creek’s Beer Henge Hefe. A deliciously cloudy, unfiltered American Style wheat beer, "The Hefe" is crisp, buoyant and refreshing.

For beer drinkers wanting a sharper, more full-bodied beer, Kalvig recommends the Cold Creek Scottish Ale. True to its roots, the beer is crafted with Scottish ale hops, crystal malt and roasted barley. It holds hues of roasted malt and is rounded off with a smoky finish.

Patrons looking for a darker beer turn to the Canyon Creek R.I.P. Porter. Heavy and full-bodied, Canyon Creek’s Porter melts bold tastes of grain into a smooth finish.

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Thirsty Street's Staycation IPA

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In downtown Billings, Thirsty Street is quickly establishing a reputation for quality beer in a fun environment.

Owner Shea Dawson discovered his love for brewing after taking a brewing science course in college. Soon after, he started brewing beer on his own. In 2016 when he opened up his Billings brewery, he knew he wanted to focus on creating quality beer in an inclusive setting.

“We wanted to take advantage of the space and make it a place where people would want to come hang out,” Dawson says. “The atmosphere is part of it, but the beer is definitely a bigger part of it.”

Brewing all of his beer on his own, Dawson spends hours crafting each batch in-house. Like Kalvig, Dawson takes advantage of local ingredients and focuses on creating high-quality beer.

One of the most popular beers at Thirsty Street is the Bear’s Delight Honey Wheat. Made with honey from Columbus, Montana, it has strong wheat hues and a soft honey finish.

Dawson says demand has also been high for the Staycation IPA. A smooth India Pale Ale with lighter hop undertones, it has a fruit-forward taste, featuring hints of pineapple, papaya and mango.

For dark beer lovers, Dawson recommends the Big Bison American Stout. A flavorful stout, it blends chocolate and coffee hues and has a smooth, roasted barley finish.

Overall, whether locals prefer their beer light and crisp, dark and bold or somewhere in between, they can rest assured Billings’ local brewmasters are using their love of beer to mix up a masterpiece in a glass.

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BILLINGS’ OUTSTANDING BUSINESSMEN TAP INTO SUCCESS ARTICLE MCCOY WORTHINGTON | PHOTOGRAPHY ROBB VANN

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ny good beer maker knows crafting quality brew takes hard work, acute attention to details and a focus on ingredients that work. Similarly, for some of Billings’ most impressive businessmen and entrepreneurs, success was made with key ingredients that were carefully refined and filtered with dedication. These Billings standouts have pinpointed some tips, tricks and recipes for their success.

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LEIF WELHAVEN Business Development Director Eggart Engineering and Construction

Leif Welhaven is currently the business development director at Eggart Engineering and Construction. With a more than 30-year career centered around customer care and business development, he has earned a number of accolades, including the Home Builders Association Rookie of the Year Award and Billings Chamber Business Excellence Award for Customer Service Excellence.

BL: What key ingredients make up your success?

Leif: I’ve learned and have been able to watch what leaders do. You have to lead by example and be a great communicator.

BL: How do you find the right blend of work and family life?

Leif: I think for me it’s been a matter of, when work is over, I don’t live on my phone. You really have to set some boundaries and say, "this is work time, and this is playtime or family time."

BL: How do you unwind after a stressful day?

Leif: I like to work out. Working out has been a great stress reliever. I also like to ride my motorCONTINUED > cycle and get away. And I’m active in my church.

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BILLINGS’ OUTSTANDING BUSINESSMEN TAP INTO SUCCESS (CON TI N UED)

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With nearly two decades of experience as a financial adviser, Brian Lethert has earned a range of certifications, passed three financial services exams and earned a multitude of awards. After entering the financial services industry in 1998 as an independent contractor with Waddell & Reed, he has qualified for the company’s top adviser distinction, Circle of Excellence, 14 times.

BL: What key ingredients make up your success?

Brian: It comes down to hard work. Nothing worthwhile comes easy. I learned that as a young kid, and it’s true.

BL: How do you find the right blend of work and family life?

Brian: Family is the most important thing, and you have to realize why you put the long hours in.

It’s just a matter of, when you’re there with your family, be with them, don’t be somewhere else.

BL: How do you unwind after a stressful day?

Brian: I try and stay physically fit. I get up every morning at 5:30 and work out. That gets me set for the day.

JUSTIN RUEGSEGGER General Contractor Granite Peak Builders LLC

With more than 20 years of experience in the building industry, Justin Ruegsegger has spent the last decade establishing a successful career building homes as a general contractor. He used his experience to build Billings’ Granite Peak Builders LLC from the ground up into a company now known for excellence within the housing industry.

BL: What key ingredients make up your success?

Justin: It’s a lot of hard work. You have to be fully invested in what you do and what you want to do. Keep focused and keep blinders on.

BL: How do you find the right blend of work and family life?

Justin: I try my best to leave as much of my day at the job site when I go home for the day.

BL: How do you unwind after a stressful day?

Justin: Just try to get away as much as you can and make time for family time.

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BILLINGS’ OUTSTANDING BUSINESSMEN TAP INTO SUCCESS (CON TI N UED)

MATT BONNER General Manager Riddle’s Jewelry

Matt Bonner started as a sales associate at Riddle’s Jewelry and worked his way up the ladder of success. In a 12-year career with the corporation, he quickly rose to a position as floor manager, and now he serves as the sole general manager for both of Riddle’s Jewelry’s Billings locations, Rimrock Mall and Shilo Crossings.

Billings Lifestyle (BL): What key ingredients make up your success?

Matt: The first one is outside sources, mentors and leaders in my life. My wife has supported me, and, without her, it would have been hard to get anything done. Personally, coming from a place of humility, patience, and working hard are huge attributes for success.

BL: How do you find the right blend of work and family life?

Matt: I think the biggest thing is not letting work take time away from the commitments I’ve made to my family.

BL: How do you unwind after a stressful day?

Matt: One of my favorite things in the world is to go hang out on my deck with my wife and have some quiet time. I watch the stars and listen to some music.

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WHAT YOU NEED

WHAT YOU DO

4 1/2 cups peanuts, raw and shelled 2 cups sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup water

Bring peanuts, sugar, salt and water to a boil and boil until liquid is completely absorbed (25-30 mins). Spread nuts on lightly-greased pan, sprinkle with salt and bake 20 minutes.

Remove, stir and bake 20 minutes more.

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high 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Pour over cereal mixture and coat evenly. Microwave on high 6-8 minutes until just browned, stirring WHAT YOU DO

1 tablespoon coarse salt 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika 1/2 cup sugar 2 large egg whites 5 cups pecans

Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

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Lifestyle Calendar

June JUNE 3-4 MONTANA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL

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GET OUT & Whether you want to improve your cardio or meet new people, recreational sports offer a wide variety of activities for all skill levels. Answer these questions and see which summer/fall sport fits your lifestyle.

WHAT’S YOUR MAIN REASON FOR JOINING A LEAGUE?

Socializing

AFTER THE GAME WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS?

Grab a drink

One day a week Coed

Flying solo

Men only

ARE YOU WILLING TO RUN?

The faster the pace, the better

More of a benchwarmer

WILL ANYONE BE JOINING YOU?

Several days a week

WHO DO YOU WANT ON YOUR TEAM?

Go home and rest

HOW ATHLETIC ARE YOU?

Total jock

HOW MUCH TIME ARE YOU WILLING TO COMMIT?

Exercising

That doesn’t sound fun

WHERE DO YOU LIKE TO PLAY?

Assembling a team

Outside on a field

Inside on a court

HOW COMPETITIVE ARE YOU?

I want the option for fierce competition

INDOOR

I just want a friendly game

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$250/team Be ready to bump, set and spike. This adult league requires at least six people per team. You can choose a recreation

$350/team Football lovers rejoice. You can enjoy the thrill of the sport in this pass-heavy, fast-paced league without the pitfalls of full contact. The

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Do you feel confident enough to take the court in the famous City League? Space is limited, so it’s best to register early if you want to snag a spot for your team. You have the option to choose between compet-

enjoy a drink together. Games are once a week in the evenings at designated city parks with a tournament to

itive, semi-competitive or recreational basketball. Held at

conclude the season. You can join as a “free agent” and be added

various local middle schools. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday-

to a team, or gather up a group of friends and make your own

Thursday and 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays.

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