Missoula Valley, MT August 2018

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OH, BABY!

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A PORTRAIT OF PAW-FECTION

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A luxury guest rAnch retreAt in the heArt of Western MontAnA Rolling green pastures, whimsical meadows, the distant sound of galloping horses, the wind whispering through pine trees; this is RiverView Ranch.

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A luxurious atmosphere is created by the absolutely exquisite full-service lodge, where a private Chef prepares fabulous farm-to-table meals from entirely local sources. Each suite features a large private patio with a fireplace overlooking RiverView’s exclusive rainbow trout -filled lake, distant mountains, and diverse wildlife. Watch as herds of elk and deer graze right in your backyard.

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

AUGUST 2018 PUBLISHER

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The fur in family.

I WAS FINALLY, TECHNICALLY, ABLE TO REFER TO HAVING ‘KIDS’ THE EVENING THAT MY GOAT HAD TWIN BOYS, EVEN THOUGH I’D BEEN CALLING EACH OF MY ANIMALS BABY FOR YEARS. They were still damp from their welcome into the world when I scooped both of them into my arms and breathed in their warmth. Their long, white ears, their velvet noses, the perfect swirl of their fur—I had fallen madly, deeply in love with my role as ‘farm mom’ all over again.

When it came time to sell one of them, I wept. I regretted every step I’d taken in weaning him from his mother and leaving him, cheerfully bouncing along with new friends because selfishly, I wouldn’t believe that someone could care for him the way I would. I imagined it similar to those mothers who’ve said their goodbyes to their freshman college goers—my baby.

I feel this way with all animals. After all, my caring for them is the least I can do for all they do for me. At the end of a long, hot August day, they make me dig for more.

We leash up and head to the river. When the wind howls in the hollow of winter, I bundle up and scan the pasture for their faces. When I’m out in the mountains with the

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wildflowers fading into a blur below as my mare and I gallop by, I am glowing.

The sweet spot of my character—the persistence, compassion, tenderness, acceptance, and grace—began budding the day I dragged a faux dog down the road

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at my childhood home in an attempt to ‘walk’ my make-believe pet. The builder, who was nearing completion of our home remodel, advised my parents that they ought to get me a real dog when he saw the ground-swept toy at the end of my plastic leash.

Frankie, a miniature dachshund puppy, arrived shortly after that conversation.

There is a certain brand of peace that being on the farm gives to me. It wouldn’t be a farm at all without the awkward, always-hilarious hustle of a chicken making way for the coop, or the

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heel-kicking of horses tearing through the grass, or my miniature pinscher, Piper, terrorizing the cat, the Labradors, and anything that moves a muscle for that matter. They are the hardest, most rewarding work I’ve ever known, and I wouldn’t, couldn’t, live this life any other way.

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For sure they’ll be stealing ‘em from the vegetarians at the table. Best to just double the recipe and let everyone dig in.

1 tablespoon olive oil, for sauté 1/2 cup, each, finely chopped yellow onion & red bell pepper 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic 1/8 teaspoon turmeric 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 cup cooked and cooled brown rice 1 cup canned garbanzo beans, drained 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 cup bread crumbs 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Heat oil in sauté pan. Sweat the onion, bell pepper and garlic for two minutes. Add turmeric and tomato paste. Sauté 30 seconds, while stirring. Remove from heat and let cool. Add cooled rice, cooled onion mixture and garbanzo beans to bowl of food processor. Pulse until well chopped and combined. Add parsley, bread crumbs, salt and pepper.

Pulse to combine. Remove to medium bowl and hand mix to ensure thorough blending. Mixture should be slightly moist and should hold together to form patties.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2018

FEATURES 12 A Gem Revealed Step inside RiverView Ranch, a new Montana getaway.

18 Oh, Baby!

The Birth Center of Missoula celebrates over 500 births.

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22 A Portrait of Paw-fection Meet Missoula pets and their people.

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Open House

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Inspired By

28 DIY 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

GOOD TIMES

A Big Heart Goes a Long Way Katy Davis, devoted supporter for those fighting cancer, raised over $30,000 for Relay for Life within her 10 years of involvement within the organization. A community birthday party celebration was held at the Missoula County Fairgrounds to honor her friends and family who were lost to cancer and to celebrate survivors. PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY KATY DAVIS.

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AROUND TOWN

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What you’ll get this month is a 31-day sale and celebration featuring specials all month long and door prizes. As always, everyone is invited to come and see their newly updated showroom at 4545 Majestic Dr. Doug gave me my life back. I am seeing the world through whole new eyes. I am a better Mom, a

CHICKS N CHAPS Want to get a little dirt on your boots? Get ready

happier wife and I look forward to each and every

to have a good country time all while raising money

day ahead of me because I know am in a great

to benefit local individuals and families who are

place. And no matter what is put in front of

impacted by breast cancer on Friday, August 10 at the

me now, I am able to handle it.

Missoula County Fairgrounds. This yearly event is best known for its immediate camaraderie and belly-aching laughter so pull on some boots and head on over

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BUGS & BEER, HAVE NO FEAR Imagine Nation Brewing is hosting a fly tying workshop on Monday, August 6 at 6 p.m. Come tie flies with the friendly folks from IFlyFishMontana and The Missoulian Angler. Tying gear will be provided to the first 12 people to join but feel free to bring your own gear if you're not an early worm. Food will be provided and beer will be available. Admission is free.

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Summer camp is taught by Jessie Novak, and ages 7-11 are welcome to attend. Summer camp begins on Wednesday, August 1 at the Missoula Art Museum. For more information, visit MissoulaArtMuseum.org.

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OPEN HOUSE

A Gem Revealed STEP INSIDE RIVERVIEW RANCH, A NEW MONTANA GETAWAY ARTICLE CAROLE DAVENPORT PHOTOGRAPHY PAMELA DUNN-PARRISH ORO Y PLATA, MEANING GOLD AND SILVER, RESPECTIVELY, IN SPANISH, WAS CHOSEN BY MONTANA LEGISLATORS BACK IN 1865, BASED ON THE MINERAL WEALTH OUR STATE WAS PRODUCING. Mineral County, just 20 miles west of the Missoula airport, is home to RiverView Ranch, an exquisite new jewel in the land of luxury ranches.

I was buried deep in recreational treasures as rich in value as gold and silver just waiting to be mined as I spent the afternoon with hosts Kayla and Michael, executive assistants to owners Shannon and Mark Hemstreet.

For more than three decades, this 1,400-acre working cattle ranch was part of the vacation lifestyle for the Hemstreet family, as they met together to enjoy ranch life along the historic Clark Fork River, near Alberton. As I strolled, drove, and rode horseback through the park-like setting, I experienced the true taste of luxury amid pine trees, tall grasses, and granite rock outcroppings silhouetted against the brilliant blue Montana sky.

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OPEN HOUSE

(CON TI N U ED)

Saddle or paddle, hike or bike—RiverView Ranch awaits!

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Now open for reservation as a full-feature event venue,

As hungry as working miners along the banks of

RiverView Ranch rivals what one would expect to find at

a mountain stream, I later retreated to the Lodge at

any five-star resort, plus many amenities that only this

RiverView, which offers its own organic beef on visitors’

ranch location can offer, such as the wet and wild rafting

private menu selections. Or perhaps a fresh-caught rain-

trip down the mighty Alberton Gorge.

bow trout caught from one of the lakes or the river? A craft

As we traveled the ranch’s wooded paths in the comfort of a side-by-side, I listened to the enthusiasm of Kayla

beer from one of Missoula’s many breweries to accompany my meal? Yes, please.

and Michael as they shared stories from their experiences

The floor-to-ceiling windows in the Lodge’s great room

during their five years spent with the Hemstreet family.

overlook the lake, the river beyond, and the mountains

Their stories stirred in me what I imagine the miners of

farther flung—the perfect setting to unwind, reflect, and

old stirred in the hearts of fresh miners as they spun their

renew. Each of the guest rooms in the main lodge reflects

tales of the Montana Territory. A certain curiosity and fas-

the owners’ taste for quality accommodations.

cination that bend your ear made me eager to get started

As we sat with our boots on the rail in our private balcony,

with my own RiverView experience and to let this area of

the gas firepit warmed our bodies in the cool of the evening

Montana further its mark in my mind.

and the champagne warmed our throats as we studied the

We met Wrangler Mark at The Barn—a beautiful event location, perfect for a western wedding or corporate

pristine ranch setting, a landscape so rich in natural resources that the word luxury seemed to come with the territory.

dinner—to mount up, walking past each personalized stable, past the well-stocked tack room, and past the collection of horse-drawn sleigh, buggy, and carriage.

This wasn’t just a trail ride, with each horse plodding along in the steps of the previous, but a horseback ride through the meadows, along the lakes, and into the woodlands where we stopped to watch the large elk herd graze with their young.

The turtles lazily sunned themselves on the logs at the edges of the many ponds as osprey, eagles, and red-tailed hawks frequently came into view in the sky above. This stunning property, so rich in all the best that nature offers its visitors, borders National Forest, adding thousands of organic acres accessible to ranch guests for activities

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INSPIRED BY

OH, BABY! THE BIRTH CENTER OF MISSOULA CELEBRATES OVER 500 BIRTHS ARTICLE CHELSEA LYN AGRO PHOTOGRAPHY PAMELA DUNN-PARRISH

“THIS IS MY BABY,” SAID JEANNE HEBL, LOVINGLY LOOKING UP AND AROUND AT THE WALLS OF THE BIRTH CENTER OF MISSOULA. The little, unassuming building on 39th Avenue with the alternating blue and pink balloons at its entrance is the product of her life’s work, a place in our community that offers an alternative birth experience.

It feels like home—pictures on the walls, plants whose limbs strewn toward the floor,

syndrome. Whenever I see a doctor I get freaked out. I don’t like being

the bubble and buzz of a fish tank to dis-

in a doctor’s office and that’s what pushed me to come here.”

rupt the silence before life begins in another

The Birth Center of Missoula offers an atypical experience, a land-

room. The birthing room is like any master

ing place for the wishes of women before they grab their readied

bedroom, large and bright with the warm

bags and head for the hospital—I wish I could just stay here, home.

feel of personal touch, and the recovery

“The people who come here want a natural childbirth,” said Jeanne.

room is similar, separate from the main

“They don’t want the availability of an epiduralist right outside the door…

building and in full embrace of the privacy a

they want to do it on their own and that’s the beauty of being here.”

new family warrants.

Jeanne’s birthing center is the best of both worlds. Most of her staff,

On this particular day, it was a girl who

including herself, are certified nurse midwives, meaning that their sup-

was birthed—Remington, the daughter of

port comes with a medication box for a variety of different emergen-

Chris George and Melissa Sinerius, and the

cies that can happen. It’s a complete experience that offers support

501st baby for the Birth Center.

from the beginning, starting with prenatal care, and working closely

“It was a really heart-warming experience,” said Melissa. “Personally, I have white-coat

with each client to ensure the best labor and delivery of their child.

“Whenever we called them, they were here, waiting,” said Chris, cradling a sweet, sleeping Remington in his arms. “We had personal support throughout the whole process.”

Kathy Crowley-Haywood, a registered nurse and certified lactation counselor for the Birth Center, is passionate about the knowledge she shares with new parents on being baby friendly—a concept that caters to the best pathways for newborns and encourages new mothers to breastfeed their babies.

The Birth Center is flexible and eager with the influx of new technology and information but remaining firm in their roots of the natural experience is their special ingredient in the recipe of family-making.

CONGRATULATIONS, REMINGTON, ON BEING THE 501ST BABY TO BE BORN AT THE BIRTH CENTER OF MISSOULA! 18

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Chris, Melissa, and Remington

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ARTICLE CHELSEA LYN AGRO PHOTOGRAPHY MCKENNA CRAMER, KRYSTLE DOWNING, SHANNON EDNEY PHOTOGRAPHY, JENNIFER GREENWOOD

A PORTRAIT OF PAWFECTION MEET MISSOULA PETS AND THEIR PEOPLE

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BEING IN THE LAP OF LUXURY DOESN'T MEAN A WELL-GROOMED, PINT-SIZED PET SITTING ATOP AN EMBROIDERED CUSHION. We Westerners believe it's an eighty-pound labrador with paws wet from a day at the lake, licking them dry while sprawled across your legs. It's sitting fireside with your best fur-friend, including

LOLA & BENTLEY + HUDSON & TIFFANY Shanahan Ages: Lola, 13 years; Bentley, 12; Hudson, 7

them in your order at Big Dipper Ice Cream, and adopting not one or two, but three dogs from the Humane Society

TELL US ABOUT YOUR BEING A FUR-MAMA

because, well, you can and who can say no when there's

AND A MAMA TO HUDSON.

adventure to be had? Not me.

I became Lola and Bentley’s mama in 2006 when adopting them as puppies, two months apart, from the Humane

Meet these pets and the people they call their own:

Society of Western Montana. Lola was 10 weeks old and Bentley was fostered at five weeks old. I knew the day he came home that I had instantly failed at fostering! Lola and Bentley have never been apart from that day on. I became Hudson’s mama in 2010 when he was born prematurely at 25 weeks gestation and weighing only 12 ounces. He is truly my miracle. I am blessed to be his Mom and to witness such determination and happiness in everything that he does.

WHO ARE LOLA AND BENTLEY? WHAT ARE THEIR PERSONALITIES? Bentley is definitely the guardian. He keeps watch every minute, and has always been a pacer. I imagine that he has his hourly routine around the perimeter of the yard to sniff out any changes. Bentley is always easy going and laid back.

I am sure that if he could speak he would tell me everything that went on in the neighborhood that day. Lola has a job.

Her job is following Hudson and me around everywhere.

She keeps watch in the bathroom, doing laundry, in the closet, wherever and whatever. I imagine that Lola remains close to her comfortable bed in the garage and her large dish of fresh water. Besides her people, and Bentley, these are highly important in Lola’s world.

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST LESSON YOU'VE LEARNED FROM LOLA AND BENTLEY? I believe that dogs are angels here on Earth to teach us what is important in life. They define unconditional love, loyalty, faith, forgiveness, gratefulness, and protection of those we love.

Their souls are pure and loving and their spirit is forgiving of all. My dogs have been a reminder to be grateful for every day and of all the blessings that surround me. They have taught me to slow down and appreciate the important things in life. They always make us laugh, they are really good at listening, love to snuggle, and someday when I can no longer hear their nails clicking down the hallway, they will surely make me cry. I can’t imagine a life without pets!

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A PORTRAIT OF PAW-FECTION

SAMMIE + KYSTLE DOWNING Age: Sammie, 13 HOW DID SAMMIE BECOME PART OF THE FAMILY? Nearly two years ago, Sammie came to the family from Tails as Old as Time, a senior dog rescue that finds forever foster homes for senior dogs for the rest of their lives, covering medical costs as well.

He became a "failed foster" after about nine months before I officially adopted him. We had a big adoption party!

WHAT'S THE FUNNIEST THING SAMMIE DOES? He's my little Mr. Magoo. He doesn't see or hear very well so following him around and keeping him out of trouble can be a full-time job. He normally never makes a sound but when I come home from work he cries and whines and carries on until I pick him up to cuddle him.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT BEING A DOG OWNER? I feel so loved and so needed. This little dog has been through so many homes in his life and yet he still got really attached to me and that makes me feel special.

Giving him the best retirement is very important to me. I try and take him to do as much stuff as possible even though he's so old and slow. Giving him a happy life is my other full-time job!

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(CON TI N U ED)

Ages: Charlotte, 5; Brooklyn, 1

CHARLOTTE & BROOKLYN + MCKENNA CRAMER

HOW DID YOU BECOME THEIR MAMA? As a student, I spent a lot of time petting cats at the shelter

food bin, plot about how to gang up on the pigeons out-

but couldn't commit to adopting one. A month before I grad-

side, and most importantly, plot how to take over the world,

uated from UM I stopped by Petco for some kitty loving and

which I'm sure they could if only they had thumbs.

Charlotte was there from the Humane Society of Western Montana. I couldn't leave her behind, she came home that day.

IF YOU HAD TO COMPARE YOUR CATS'

Last year I started working at the Humane Society of Western

PERSONALITIES TO TWO TELEVISION

Montana and Brooklyn came in as a stray and I was shocked

PERSONALITIES, WHO WOULD THEY BE?

at how identical she was to Charlotte. I knew that I needed a

Charlotte would be Winston from New Girl because she is a

little best friend for Charlotte so I took her home.

perfect angel. Brooklyn would be Bart Simpson because she is a little troublemaker but after she's been naughty she feels

THERE'S A MOVIE, THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS, ABOUT WHAT PETS DO WHILE THEIR OWNERS ARE OUT. WHAT

guilty and does something sweet.

DO YOU THINK YOUR CATS DO WHEN THEY'RE ALONE? I think they mostly plot. They plot about how to access their

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(CON TITI NN UU ED) ED) A PORTRAIT OF PAW-FECTION (CON

Age: Barley Lincoln Mrywood, 2 WHERE DID BARLEY GET SUCH A SOPHISTICATED NAME? His middle name comes from his foster family and his last name is a mix of my last name (Greenwood)

Barley lincoln mrywood + jennifer greenwood & jeb myren

and my boyfriend, Jeb's last name (Myren). His first name is inspired by beer.

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE OR FUNNIEST MEMORY? Our favorite memory starts as a terrible one. We left Barley with trusted friends while we traveled to Oregon to see family for Christmas. The second morning, Barley took an opportunity to slip out the door with the cat. Jeb and I turned back around and returned to Missoula. Three very cold nights went by. It was hard not to worry about him. On Christmas Day, we received a call from a woman living in Pattee Canyon. Barley had just been in her backyard playing briefly with her dog! Within a minute of us calling for him, he sauntered out of the woods and once he realized it was really us, he was thrilled and so were we. So many people in our community cared and were as excited as we were to have him back home.

WHAT'S SOMETHING THAT YOU LET BARLEY DO BUT DON'T REALLY WANT HIM TO DO? Barley loves to sit on Jeb's lap. At about 100 pounds, he's very large to be a lapdog. He is so happy though that Jeb lets him jump up.

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AUGUST

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR you ask? Think salsa square danc-

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Stevensville

Community

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the Good Food Store join forces to

traditional celebration for Stevensville and features a parade, a Montana state barbe-

7-12 WESTERN MONTANA FAIR

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Missoula County Fairgrounds

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and

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FILM: ‘NATIONAL VELVET’ IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE MMAC EXHIBITION “HORSE” Roxy Theatre

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RUEDA DE CASINO SALSA

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ites featured by the University of

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Downtown Dance Collective

Montana, Montana Museum of

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Ella has been performing in Missoula Community Theatre productions since she was 8 years old. Now at age 17, a soon-to-be senior at Loyola Sacred Heart High School, she is pursuing her dreams to become a professional performer in musical theater. This summer she participated in a six-week intensive musical theater camp to help her prepare for auditions for colleges and productions this fall.

Theater became an avenue for Ella the day that Alicia Bullock Muth, Ella’s choir teacher, encouraged her to audition for Oliver. It wasn’t long before Ella took to the stage in productions like The Wizard of Oz, Christmas Carol the Musical, Mama Mia, and Tarzan, honing her talent and tending to her heart’s desire.

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In addition to performing for the Missoula Community Theatre, Ella dances with the Ballet Arts Academy and the Downtown Dance Collective here in Missoula, both of which have inspired Ella to expand her interests on stage and in life.

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