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Contents CONTRIBUTORS: Dwayne Parsons • Megan Olson • Joy Peterson

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Good News

High school course prepping future community leaders.

12 Life & Community Great local events and stories.

13 Best of Bonners Bonners Ferry’s best businesses.

16 Business Spotlight Bear Auto Inc. under new ownership.

18 Bonners Ferry In Focus Locals take part in a classic film.

22 Feature Story

The Pacific Northwest becoming popular among filmmakers.

28 Arts & Entertainment

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Your source for local events.

32 Cover Story

What you need to know for a smooth crossing into Canada.

36 Health & Lifestyle Tips and tricks to live your best life.

41 Dining Guide

Bonners Ferry’s tastiest dining destinations.

42 Travel & Leisure

A crown jewel, Glacier National Park.

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GOOD NEWS

PREPARING TO LEAD THE WAY HIGH SCHOOL COURSE PREPPING FUTURE COMMUNITY LEADERS

LEADERSHIP IS THE COG that makes for successful businesses, teams, friendships, government and organizations. While not everyone is a born leader, with the right direction, many are surprised to learn they can harness leadership qualities they never knew they had. Open to grades 9 through 12 at Bonners Ferry High School and required for the five class officers in each grade, Leadership is a course designed around emphasizing basic skills crucial for success as a teen and adult, including problem solving, team building, project management and servant leadership.

The class goes beyond the cliché of lead by example and is an opportunity for personal growth, community involvement and school improvement.

Part of school improvement is giving back to the community that supports these high schoolers. During the annual Moose Madness spirit rivalry with Sandpoint High School, students in Leadership class held a fundraiser

and chose to support the local Wounded Warrior Project.

“We chose the Wounded Warrior Project because we wanted to show our appreciation for the men and women from our community that have served in the military,” said senior and Vice President Aaliyah Zarate.

“We wanted to give back to the many veterans and their families in our community. They have a special place in our humble community and an even bigger place in our hearts” echoed senior Wyatt Bennett.

To raise funds, Leadership classmates put on spirit assemblies to motivate the student body.

A penny drive was launched with the winners receiving a pizza party. A student body of just 454 students raised over $4,000 for the cause.

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Warrior Project for our Moose Madness fundraising effort,” said Principal Tim Gering.

“Everyone liked the thought of putting our money to such a great cause, and the money we raised for the Wounded Warrior Project will benefit the northwest region’s veterans.”

The advisor for the Leadership class is Tess Nix. Nix has the privilege of watching students from each grade level progress with their leadership skills. “The class itself is held during the regular school day as an elective course and covers the philosophy and logistics of leadership and management in addition to hands-on management of many school and community events and activities,” said Nix. While it might seem that any student elected as a class officer would be fired up to join the class, that might not always be the case. Junior Elisabeth Cowley recalls her first couple days in the environment. “I was a little worried when first signing up because I’m a shy person.

Once I became comfortable, my leadership skills started developing. One time, a fellow member was gone, and I had to be leader of my officer group for the week; my leadership skills grew two times that week!

My leadership skills have grown so much this year, and the year isn’t even over, so I’m looking forward to the rest of the year,” said Elisabeth.

projects and is responsible for the outcome.

It’s a lot to put on the shoulders of teenagers, but it’s evident that the class is having an impact in their lives.

Outside of the annual Moose Madness fundraiser, students put on several other drives and events. Every year during Thanksgiving time, the student council puts on a food drive for the local food bank. They also coordinate two blood drives every year with the Inland Northwest Blood Center.

In addition, the Bonners Ferry High School chapter of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) also conducts food drives during the holiday season. They collected food during both the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons this year.

“I will use my ability to communicate with a diverse array of people; this is especially useful in a global market in which one must interact with a multitude of different humans,” said Wyatt.

Part of the course description for Leadership class reads; “Students will take an active and visible role in the BFHS community promoting a positive school climate; supporting all academics, athletics, arts, and activities on campus; enhancing the community and school through service projects; and working to solve problems within the school and community.”

It’s impossible to tell what and where each of these students will be doing in the next 5, 10, 30 years (think back to your plans at 18!).

Some will stay and perhaps become business owners or community leaders. Others might move away from their native Idaho but bring their roots with them. No matter where they end up, prepping for taking a leadership role in life will help them through work, home, struggles and triumph.

Each class member takes the lead on different

“I have learned how to work with a diverse group of people and how to handle situations where people have different views than I do,” said Aaliyah.

“Communication is the first skill that I will apply after graduation. You have to be able to communicate with your fellow peers and the student body. Communication is what leadership is all about. Second, you have to be able to adjust to obstacles and work your way around them,” said Elisabeth.

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Most couples have issues or conflict in some area. Other couples have a single issue that echoes so loudly they can’t even connect to one another in the areas they agree.

Some couples have gotten into the habit of battling over everything and others sweep anything unpleasant under the rug...most fall in-between. Neither strategy creates the environment for a lush and lively romantic relationship.

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I don’t mean to imply that creating a loving relationship is easy. Simple in theory doesn’t mean easy in practice. Rarely is something rewarding accomplished easily. Nothing in human experience is more rewarding than a happy marriage and a thriving family. There are a few guidelines to achieve the desired goal. The following quotation is the best advice on marriage I ever received as a young wife and mother.

“Every lasting marriage goes through a series of ‘divorces’ in its lifetime.”

The words did not seem encouraging at first hearing. But over the years, they came back again and again to remind me to “hang in there” when plodding through the inevitable deep valleys that occur in every relationship.

Couples repaint walls, reseed lawns, replace worn furniture, renovate outdated bathrooms, and discard obsolete appliances, but rarely undertake to revive diminished desire or update outworn, ineffective relationship strategies and behaviors.

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When you fell in love the relationship was your top priority. Lovers invest time and energy planning romantic encounters to secure a beloved’s affections. Blissful romantic moments in long-term relationships don’t happen unless affection and appreciation is nurtured and choreographed into daily life.

Creating time and space for magic doesn’t guarantee that bliss will follow, but NOT making courtship and couple time a priority guarantees that magic is unlikely to occur.

Last month I wrote about upgrading your relationship in the new year. The inevitable “mini-divorces” are wake-up calls. February is the perfect time to rejoice in the love that brought you together, to build on the parts you do well, and to face honestly and with open hearts the elements that no longer serve you. Direct your energy and resources into creating the relationship you want. Your individual goal is to become the partner you want to have.

Remember, foreplay isn’t something you engage in only for sex; it is the affection you shower on your beloved every day that leads to intimate, loving encounters. Make romance a priority and magic moments will happen.

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LIFE & COMMUNITY

A Working Man’s Mayor NEWLY ELECTED MAYOR OF BONNERS FERRY, DAVID SIMS BRINGS A LEGACY INTO SERVICE

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DAVID SIMS ONLY RECENTLY stepped into the shoes of acting mayor for the city of Bonners Ferry. But he brings with him a long legacy of civic service in that his father was himself a mayor of Bonners Ferry for a total of 25 years. Not only was Sims raised in that family tutelage but gained considerable experience appropriate to serving this important office by serving first on the city council, then as assistant city administrator and then put in a stint as director of the Boundary Economic Development Council.

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Looks to me like we’ve got a qualified mayor! In addition, he still works (full time) as the store manager at Akins Harvest Foods in downtown Bonners, and you see quickly that we have a man at center post who is devoted to the wellbeing of his community.

You’ve already had a civic career and you are a hardworking man. What motivated you to run for mayor?

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Your father, Harold Sims, was an outstanding mayor to Bonners Ferry for 25 years. What impressed you most about his long tenure in office?

Certainly his long tenure is an accomplishment, but the relationships that he was able to build while serving as mayor impress me the most. I regularly talk to people across Idaho who have positive memories of my father

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I was elected to the Bonners Ferry City Council in 2007, and after one year on the Council, I became the assistant city administrator so I could be more directly involved with city operations.

In 2012, I resigned (that position) to become the director of the Boundary Economic Development Council. During that term, I decided to run for mayor to better help provide a positive direction for the city and to ensure that Bonners Ferry remains a great place to live.

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One of the most important changes I plan to bring is a shift from short-term planning to more long-term planning, including developing capital replacement plans for the city’s infrastructure. I am also devoted to the concept of open government which means I want to encourage citizen input and participation in our city’s government.

What would you tell new people coming into the Bonners Ferry area about living in and around our community, what would you like them to know and understand about the North Idaho community experience?

While Boundary County certainly has tremendous beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities, our greatest strength is the integrity of our citizens. I am continually amazed at the quality of the people who live here, both long-time residents and the new residents who’ve chosen to reside here.

What can people do to contribute to the well-being and/or growth of Bonners Ferry and the surrounding area?

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What industry/industries and/or attitudes contribute in vital ways to a healthy North Idaho economy?

The agriculture and timber industry have historically been the basis for our local economy and will continue to be important in the future. Working in the agriculture or timber industry is demanding, resulting in a great work ethic among our residents.

At the same time, our economy is rapidly diversifying, with tourism and other industries becoming increasingly important to our well-being.

Where should the merchants, entrepreneurs and business people of Bonners Ferry place their hopes for a strong or stronger economic future?

I am bullish on the economic future of our area. A new retail development will be opening on the south hill area of Bonners Ferry this summer or fall and I expect additional development will follow in the same area.

Is this a good place to raise a family? Why? Boundary County is an excellent place to raise a family. My wife Stephanie and I are raising our two daughters, Isabella and Hannah, here. About fifteen years ago, we moved out of state for about six months, and we couldn’t wait to get back to Bonners Ferry.

Again, the people make this area a great place to live and raise a family.

That’s a brief look at your new mayor, who he is, how he thinks, and what he hopes to achieve. It’s easy to see, he’s serious about citizen involvement.

How you participate and what you do on any level is first modeled by Sims’ exemplary example. He’s setting the pace. It’s your choice now as to how to help him bring on a positive, productive future.

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(I did) whatever I could do to make things the best that they could be for the people I served.

IT DID NOT TAKE Joan Manzella long to discover the friendliness of her new hometown.

Manzella is a Certified Nurse Practitioner with Boundary Community Clinic and started in her new position on January 1.

mother decided to return to school and become an LPN. I watched the study group she had at our home most every evening and would listen to what they were studying. It was all so interesting to me,” said Manzella.

“When I came to interview, a server at Under the Sun asked me why I was in town. I told her I was here for a job interview,” shared Manzella.

“A month later when I came back to Bonners Ferry to visit the town again, I again went into Under the Sun to eat lunch. The same server came up to me and she asked me if I got the job I interviewed for and was I moving to Bonners Ferry. She was very welcoming when I said that yes I got the job and yes we were moving here.”

And when her mother went to work for a local hospital, Manzella visited often delivering donuts and other treats to the nurses. It provided her with insight into how the hospital floor functioned.

Manzella brings with her a wealth of experience and a passion for her work. She was a Registered Nurse for 33 years and went back to school seven years ago where she obtained a Masters in Nursing Education and a Family Nurse Practitioner degree.

“Prior to returning to school to become a NP, I worked in various areas of nursing,” said Manzella. “Throughout my lengthy nursing career, I have worked in most every area within the hospital setting. “ She has taught nursing in a clinical setting and also worked in management throughout her extensive career. But even while working in management, Manzella was often out doing patient care and nursing education. “(I did) whatever I could do to make things the best that they could be for the people I served,” she said.

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“Hearing the nurses and doctors talk about diagnoses, I was fascinated just to listen. There were no HIPPA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) laws at that time. I don’t ever remember hearing patients names mentioned, but sure remember some of the stories and surgeries that I heard. Now moving into the role as a provider has satisfied and fulfilled the dream that I had.”

Manzella’s recent move to Bonners Ferry from Montana fulfilled another dream. “I came to the Bonners Ferry area several years before because we had visited the area and loved it here,” said Manzella who is married with two children and three grandchildren.

She has been warmly received in her new role and is looking forward to making a difference in the lives of many people in the community.

“The people working in Boundary Community Clinic and the hospital are here because they truly care for this community and the people that we serve,” said Manzella. “This has been one of the warmest and most welcoming places I have ever worked. I am happy to call this my home.”

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THE TRADITION CONTINUES CHOOSING THE RIGHT VEHICLE is tough enough. Choosing the people to trust in keeping that vehicle running can be even more difficult. While many of us have the basic understanding of how an engine works and can probably do our own oil change, when bigger issues arise we need to find a mechanic we can trust. For more than 30 years, your go-to trustworthy mechanics in Bonners Ferry are at Bear Auto Inc. First opened in 1985, the locally owned tradition continues with new owners, Bonners Ferry residents Keith and Jessica Fairchild. The Fairchilds took over the business on the first of the year and are committed to maintaining everything Bear Auto Inc. stands for. When the opportunity to own the business came up, it was an easy decision.

“All of us were either born here or raised here for most of our lives. We all have called Bonners Ferry our home and have enjoyed raising our kids here,” said Jessica.

The Fairchilds have two additional employees, Brian Bennett and Dale Hire, ensuring that repairs are not only done professionally but in a timely matter as well. Instead of having to take your vehicle one place for an oil change, another for transmission, and another for brakes, Bear Auto Inc. is able to handle all problems and repairs under one roof. “We do everything from oil changes and brakes to tune ups and maintenance, transmission servicing, air conditioning, diagnostics, transmission rebuilds, wiring issues, engine swaps, programming, and everything in between,” said Jessica.

As new cars roll off the lot with new technology, it is important for technicians to keep up to date on all the latest changes and upgrades. All employees at Bear Auto Inc. keep up on both new technology and tools for the newest models while still keeping the old work truck up and running.

“Our technicians are well rounded and familiar with working on vehicles of any age. They are certified in many areas, including brakes, electrical, steering, suspension, engine performance, engine rebuild and transmissions. Brian is also an AAMCO certified Master technician for transmissions,” said Jessica.

With any business that’s lasted more than 30 years, a trusting and loyal customer base is key to keeping things up and running. It takes time to establish trust, and for years customers have been coming back to Bear Auto Inc. for everything from basic services to full engine rebuilds.

Bear Auto Inc. credits their satisfied customers for helping them maintain and grow the business.

As with most locally owned businesses, a referral from a trusted friend or family member goes a long way in earning new business.

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All work done by the technicians at Bear Auto Inc. is guaranteed, allowing you to rest easy when handing off your vehicle for service or repair. Whether the interior of your car looks more like a cockpit of a space shuttle or the word “power” doesn’t apply to your windows, steering, or locks, Bear Auto Inc. can handle anything you throw at them. The next time your brakes are squealing, oil is low, or there’s that annoying tick, tick, tick, drop by and see the trusted experts at Bear Auto Inc. Your experience will be professional and courteous and you’ll be supporting one of Bonners Ferry’s true locally owned businesses.

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IN 2014, THE AVERAGE tax refund was about $2,700. If you got that much this year, what would you do with it?

You can probably think of a lot of things you might do with $2,700. You might decide to splurge and buy some big-ticket item you’ve been eyeing. Or you could use the money to pay down some bills, which might be a good idea, especially if it helps improve your cash flow. As an alternative, though, you might want to consider investing the money.

You might not think $2,700 would make that big a difference to your investment portfolio. But if you invested that $2,700 in a tax-advantaged account, such as an IRA, and you left the money alone, what might you earn? After 30 years, your $2,700 would have grown to more than $20,500, assuming no further contributions and a hypothetical 7% annual return. That’s not a fortune, of course, but it would help boost your retirement savings somewhat — and since it originated from a tax refund, it was accumulated pretty effortlessly from your point of view.

Now suppose you put in the same amount — $2,700 — to your IRA each year for 30 years.

Again assuming that same hypothetical 7% annual return, your money would have grown to more than $272,000. And that amount can indeed make a rather big difference in your retirement lifestyle.

Keep in mind that you’d eventually have to pay taxes on that $272,000 if you had been investing in a traditional IRA, which is tax-deferred but not tax-free. It is possible, however, that if you start taking withdrawals when you retire, you’ll be in a lower tax bracket.

If you meet the income guidelines for contributing to a Roth IRA, though, you could avoid the tax issue altogether on your $272,000. That’s because Roth IRA earnings grow tax-free, provided you don’t start withdrawals until you’re 59½ and you’ve had your account for at least five years.

Thus far, we’ve only talked about putting your tax refund to work in your IRA — which, as we’ve seen, can be a very good idea. But suppose you’ve already developed the excellent habit of “maxing out” on your IRA each year by contributing a set amount each month? You can currently only put in up to $5,500 per year to your IRA, or $6,500 if you’re 50 or older. So you could fully fund your IRA by putting in about $458 per month (or $541 per month if you’re 50 or older). Those amounts are not unreasonable, especially as you move deeper into your career and your salary increases. If you do reach these limits each month, what could you do with your tax refund?

You can start by looking closely at your portfolio to see if any gaps exist. Could you, for example, use your tax refund to further diversify your holdings? While diversification can’t guarantee profits or prevent losses, it can reduce the impact of volatility on your portfolio — and the less you feel the effects of volatility, the more likely you may be to stick with your long-term strategy rather than overreacting to short-term price drops.

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So when Uncle Sam sends you that refund, consider investing it one way or another.

You’ll be putting it to good use.

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Locals take part in a classic film.

B Y D WAY N E PA R S O N S P HOTO S C OU RT E SY OF TOM M AC K E Y A N D G E N HOY L E

THE RECENT ACADEMY Award-nominated movie, “The Revenant,” is an adaptation of the real life story of an epic journey experienced by fur trapper Hugh Glass in 1872. Left for dead, buried in a shallow grave by two of his comrades, he survived and without provisions or weapons managed to crawl and stumble more than 100 miles of mountain, river and forest to the nearest known settlement.

For area participants, hired to use their jet boats to haul film crews, camera gear and equipment for an intense three days of shooting, it was another kind of epic adventure all its own. Two of those interviewed were Tom Mackey, who with his son Thomas, run Northwest Tree & Reclamation. Tom currently owns two Custom Weld jet boats, each powered by Chevrolet’s Marine Power 350 Vortex engines. Partly due to his participation in 1997 with the filming of “The River Wild” on the same waters along with recommendations from other consultants, Tom and friends were hired to run the film crews on the Kootenai from Troy to the Kootenai Falls.

The Kootenai River provided plenty of challenges for the film crew of “The Revenant.”

Think About It You work a river as part of your profession. You are on the water for any number of reasons: You harvest from it, you measure it, analyze it, care for it and clean it up on occasion. The river is the main part of your life by choice.

The co-workers who joined Tom were Kootenai Tribe biologist, Gen Hoyle, and Idaho Forest Group parks manager, Sarah Richardson. Both were hired as boat captains. Thomas Mackey also joined in, and Rex Aitken of the Kootenai Tribe. Hoyle works basin-wide from Wardner, BC, down river through Montana into the Kootenai River Valley of the Panhandle and north on the river well past the Canadian border at Port Hill. She monitors the river for its chemistry and general water health.

In “The Revenant,” Hoyle saw her role as basically “the gopher gal” − go for this, go for that. Her critical participation included hauling cast and crew members, expensive camera gear and safety equipment. With things in place, she

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was used for necessary runs if something came up. At one point, the stunt double lost his allimportant headband in the water and Hoyle had to make a timely run down river to retrieve another one made to look like the one lost and get it back up to the camera scene before dark.

If you’ve looked into the making of “The Revenant,” you’ll know that “Cheevo,” the crew’s nick name for Director Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, is a detail-oriented filmmaker who likes to shoot in available light. To accommodate, Tom Mackey, Hoyle and Richardson had to run the river in the dark or fast-fading light at best, then upload or offload all the gear.

Not an easy job.

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Boat captains are charged with holding camera men in critical positions for long hours of careful filming. River rapids were not designed to hold a boat still for delicate camera work. Richardson may have had the most challenging task as captain of the primary camera boat, a 28-foot Custom Weld mounted with a heavy off-balance camera boom. Being in that elite seat is not only thrilling but exhausting as well.

Both Richardson and Tom Mackey expressed how tired they were from those lengthy days of high stress and dangerous situations carrying expensive payloads.

The Kootenai River is tough water in places, running swiftly over shallow rocks, some visible only to a practiced eye. A boat damaging collision can throw cameras and other equipment including people into the treacherous drink, so one can imagine what goes through the mind of a jet boat captain.

But according to some, Richardson, Tom Mackey and Hoyle were rock stars in their professional service of awardworthy scenes.

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Bonners Ferry by the Numbers 485 In miles, the length of the Kootenai River.

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In miles the length of the Kootenai River’s largest tributary, the Duncan River.

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The total square miles of the Kootenai River’s watershed.

Then You Go Home in the Dark Running shallow water rapids and gravel bars in daylight is one thing, but after dark it’s a whole new ballgame. You’re tired at the end of the day, but like the duties of a river guide, your work is not over until every piece of equipment and every man, warrior and stunt double are wrapped up safely in the vehicles for the long drive home.

Sound like a dream job? Maybe. In retrospect, all those with whom I talked had a terrific time.

The movie makers were great to work with and appreciated the Kootenai River environment for its rugged and pristine wild nature.

On the American Indian Side Rex Aitken made good friendships with the British Columbia American Indians hired

to act as Arikara warriors. They were Plains Indians, excellent horsemen but not equipped by experience to portray the correct way of shooting flint-headed arrows on natural wood bows at escaping mountain men. That’s where Aitken came in shining. I visited him at his house not far from Mackey’s place and there saw a true craftsman and expert archer at work building genuine primitive bows with elk sinew, flinttipped arrows and all, the same way it was done on wild game, and sometimes with enemies in the distant heritage of North American past.

I came away with total respect and appreciation for Aitken’s immense contribution to the accuracy of our American Indian historical record. When he draws a bow, there’s no waiting to aim. His arrows fly straight to their mark as soon as the sinew string reaches his cheek, time and again.

Boundary County is an outdoor playground of many masks. From serious elk hunting to the fantasies of movie-making, from the restoration of white sturgeon and burbot to monitoring a river for its health and lasting well-being. The folks mentioned here have shown what it takes to live in and enjoy this pristine native environment at its very best. Get to know them and others like them. You will find your life enhanced and made fuller with rich memories and meaning.

Dwayne Parsons is a Realtor for Century 21 Beutler & Associates of Coeur d’Alene working primarily in Boundary County. He can be reached by calling 208.290.2300.

Shooting scenes for “The Revenant” on the Kootenai River.

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PERFECT • The Oscars are Hollywood’s glitziest and most exclusive star-studded event, but the very first ceremony in 1929 was a private affair held at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel - and a ticket was only $5.

• Chris Rock will host the 88th Academy Awards on Sunday, February 28, 2016 from Dolby Theatre.

• Not everyone can be awarded an Oscar or they would cease to mean anything.

• “I don’t think I ever expected anything like an Oscar ever, to tell you the truth. That is not my motivation when I do these roles. I really am motivated by being able to work with great people and create a body of work that I can look back and be proud of.” –Leonardo DiCaprio

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THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST BECOMING POPULAR AMONG FILMMAKERS By Megan Olson There is no better time for televised entertainment than February. Old Man Winter’s grasp leaves many of us feeling restless after months of being trapped indoors.

With Super Bowl 50, NCAA basketball, sweeps week, and the Academy Awards in queue, no other month offers more televised entertainment. ABC boasts an Oscars’ night viewership in 225 countries making it one of the most widely viewed telecasts after the Super Bowl and other NFL-related broadcasts. Whether you are watching for the Red Carpet hoopla, the controversial dress, or to determine if it is finally Leo’s year, the 88th Oscars are sure to deliver.

Although quality cinematography seems exclusive to Hollywood, filmmakers are drawn to the Pacific Northwest for its feasible production costs and serene backdrops.

It is anticipated that nearly 40 million Americans will tune in again this year as Chris Rock hosts this annual event to honor supreme cinematic achievement. Hollywood and its fans from around the world will be waiting in eager anticipation as each presenter utters the words “and the Oscar goes to…” Will the force be with Leo this year for his work in “The Revenant”? Will someone please give that man an Oscar! Critics will be watching for the Red Carpet showcase of dresses as actresses make their way down a runway that can make or break their career. Nothing sets social media more ablaze than a dress.

The world is preoccupied with the insatiable need for entertainment and certainly can obsess over stardom. I didn’t think I fit this mold until I encountered 2008 Oscar nominee, Viggo Mortensen. What does one say to an Oscar nominee? You introduce yourself and say something where your only option is to retreat to your vehicle with

a desire to punch thy own-self in the face. I had a second opportunity to meet him and he remembered my name.

I like to make an impact wherever I go. I don’t know that Viggo gets enough credit for what he endures.

Of all of Mr. Mortensen’s films, I deem Cormac McCarthy’s post-apocalyptic drama, “The Road,” partially filmed in Oregon to be one of the most thought-provoking films from 2009. My cinematic critical approach is not very complex; I gauge the quality of a movie by my ability to avert the prospect of nodding off. This two-hour drama is so profound and emotionally provoking that I not only remained alert through its entirety but for the next six years in its aftermath. To cultivate the intensity of the film, the producers utilized the serene backdrop of Fort Stevens State Park, Oregon. No place on Earth gives such chilling plausibility to a disturbing plot than the misty Oregon Coast.

Of all of the movies filmed in the Pacific Northwest, the 1985 cult classic “The Goonies” has as many as 1,000 visitors a day flocking to Astoria, Oregon. The premise of the movie entails a group of pre-teens that set out in search of hidden pirate’s treasure to save their home from foreclosure. Sadly for “Goonies” everywhere, Mikey’s house was closed to visitors by the owner in June 2015. Maybe it was that 1,000 people approached their personal residence each day. Where other than sleepy, yet mysterious Astoria, Oregon could Steven Spielberg conjure the quaintness of the small town of Goondocks?

“The Goonies” isn’t the only flick to cast teen characters in a film created in the Pacific Northwest that would

Still from the movie “Last Seen in Idaho”.

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“The Goonies” isn’t the only flick to cast teen characters in a film created in the Pacific Northwest that would captivate a colossal audience. Much of the “Twilight” saga was filmed in Oregon (despite author Stephanie Meyer’s setting of Forks, Washington).

Photos from filming of the movie “Last Seen in Idaho”.

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captivate a colossal audience. Much of the “Twilight” saga was filmed in Oregon (despite author Stephanie Meyer’s setting of Forks, Washington). The mystical feel of Cannon Beach, Oregon is difficult to rival when fostering a supernatural plot. The only thing colder than a misty Oregon beach is quite possibly Edward’s handshake. Nevertheless, nearly 4 million people watched “Twilight” on its opening night and Fandango reports that five tickets were sold each second. It was third for pre-sold ticket sales, only behind “Star Wars Episode III” and “The Dark Night.”

Fans of Sean Penn’s adaptation of Jon Krakauer’s nonfiction book, “Into the Wild,” might be interested to know that it was filmed in parts of Oregon, Washington and Alaska.

The premise of the story is based upon the travels and untimely death of Emory University graduate, Christopher McCandless (Emile Hirsch). The film includes a robust soundtrack from Seattle’s rock legend Eddie Vedder.

Instead of embracing an illustrious and prolific

career, McCandless leaves all of his finances, possessions and family behind. He reinvents himself as Alexander Supertramp and sets out on a cross country adventure. Eventually, he makes his way through the Pacific Northwest and into the Alaskan wilderness.

The Pacific Northwest’s repertoire of films is not complete without “Sleepless in Seattle.” The romantic comedy starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks has forever linked the minds of movie buffs to the Queen City. We could venture to suggest that “Fifty Shades of Grey” is the contemporary and darker twin that “binds” our minds to a Seattle cinematic love story.

Either way, both films pack a powerhouse punch when it comes to movie-making.

Hollywood production companies aren’t the only contributors to the big screen. Tacoma’s Fireshoe Productions was founded in 2007 as a feature film and full-service media production company. Owners Eric Colley and Hallie Shepherd are both native to Western

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Washington. Colley states, “We shot our first film in the Tacoma area and have been here ever since. It’s a great area that feels like a small town but still has the city feel to it as well.”

Fireshoe recently released a World War II action/drama titled “The Last Rescue” that stars Cody Kasch (“Desperate Housewives”) as Private Lewis. “The Last Rescue” is currently

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Several Gig Harbor residents, including the owner of the home, Marlyn Jensen, were used as extras in the film.

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available on Redbox and is coming soon to video on demand and other outlets in the United States. It premiered in many countries throughout the world in 2015. You can visit their website and view the trailer at: www. thelastrescue.com.

Next in line for Fireshoe is the suspense thriller, “Last Seen in Idaho.” The movie was recently filmed in Gig Harbor. The nail-biting plot is of a young woman who flees the scene after

witnessing a brutal murder. She wrecks her car after fleeing the scene and awakens from a coma days later with amnesia. Despite losing her memory, she begins to have visions of her future kidnapping and murder.

“Last Seen in Idaho” is in its post-production stage and is set for release in the next few months. Several Gig Harbor residents, including the owner of the home, Marlyn Jensen, were used as extras in the film. Colley

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affirms the importance for a film to have interesting locations. “There is such a variety of places to choose from in Pierce County and the willingness of the property owners and their desire to be involved in a film is also very helpful. We’re always looking for great locations to shoot our next film, and sometimes we even write scenes tailored to a specific place that we have access to.” Photos, video clips, and the latest up-to-date information can be accessed at www.fireshoe.com, or you can follow them at

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www.facebook.com/fireshoe. When Fireshoe Productions isn’t working on a feature film, their company also does commercial video projects for every size of business.

So, why filmmaking in the Pacific Northwest?

More and more states are offering filmmaking tax breaks and incentives. It has progressively become more economically feasible to film outside of Hollywood. Movie makers are catching on that we in the Pacific Northwest are more than just Starbucks, flannel and a Space Needle. As one anonymous blogger so humorously states, “This part of the Hollywood Atlas is home to magnificent forest scenery, Vancouver, mountain lions, a couple other lions, Bigfoot, log cabins, lumberjacks.

Oh, and crazy people that live in shacks, write manifestos, and send letter bombs. Also expect to see hippies. Alternatively, we may get a beautifully forested small town, usually for the local kid heroes, who may be subjected to a horrible camping trip.” Having said all of that; when it comes to quality filmmaking, the Pacific Northwest has it all.

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Take the Plunge!

HELP SUPPORT SPECIAL OLYMPICS

BY MELODY VANHORN PHOTO BY ANDREA & DAVE KRAMER FREEZING TEMPERATURES and icy waters make excellent conditions for... swimming?

That’s right! Swimming! On March 19 the community of Bonners Ferry is taking a plunge into the icy waters of Kootenai River for Special Olympics Idaho.

Special Olympics Idaho is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities. They work hard to help these individuals to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through education, sports training, and competitions held year-round.

In an event known as The Penguin Plunge, community members are given a unique opportunity to help support Special Olympics Idaho athletes by gathering pledges from individuals and businesses before they start

plunging into the freezing cold Kootenai River!

Participants are encouraged to take part as an individual or create a team of friends, coworkers or relatives as they help raise money and enter to win some of the great incentive prizes. But not everyone is up to taking the dive! For those people we have the “Chicken Plunger!” Unwilling or unable to freeze their tush in the cold water, chicken plungers are still able to help raise money while still being eligible to win prizes.

Everyone who’s participating will meet at 11am at the Search and Rescue/Waterways Building Located on River Street. Registration will be taken at this point before gathering the forces to take a swim at noon. Adults must raise a minimum of $50 to have the privilege

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of plunging while students under 18 are asked to come up with $35. Additional information about the event along with early registration can be found at www.firstgiving.com/ idso/2016-penguin-plunge---bonners-ferry.

The Bonners Ferry Penguin Plunge is a cool way for warmhearted people to help raise funds and awareness for the a great cause all while having a bit of frozen fun. So here’s your chance to jump in and help make a difference!

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FEBRUARY 19-20 BLACKBEARD THE PIRATE

Missoula Children’s Theater presents Blackbeard the Pirate at The Pearl Theater. Showtimes are Friday, February 19 from 6:30-9pm and Saturday, February 20 from 1-3pm. For more information call 208.610.2846 or visit thepearltheater.org.

MARCH 5 VERTICAL EXPRESS FOR MS Challenge the Mountain! Challenge Yourself! Change Lives! Vertical Express for Can Do Multiple Sclerosis, the only national event series that combines skiing and fundraising to empower people with MS. Skiers of all ages and abilities are invited to join in the fun for only $25. Join an on-mountain poker run, compete in the Vertical Express Cup, raise awareness of MS at the Jimmie Heuga Memorial Ski Down and have some après fun at an awards party and raffle. Call 1.888-365.8467 to register.

FEBRUARY 26 PERFORMER’S CIRCLE The Pearl Theater proudly presents Performer’s Circle, where amateur or pro this is a relaxed, fun place to share your talent. Free admission, all are welcome.

Cafe doors open at 6pm and performances begin at 7pm. For more information call 208.610.2846 or visit thepearltheater.org.

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This unique show is a combination of magic, slapstick comedy and occasional historical trivia.

This show has brought laughter and amazement to thousands of audiences, young and not-so-young. You will leave wondering what just happened and wanting more! Matinee to begin at 1pm and the evening performance at 7pm. For more information call 208.610.2846 or visit thepearltheater.org.

MARCH 12 RANDY MCALLISTER RETURNS

The Pearl Theater proudly presents the return of Randy McAllister, a grammy nominated veteran singer songwriter from Texas. Performance to begin at 7pm. For more information call 208.610.2846 or visit thepearltheater.org.

MARCH 12 IRISH FAIR Come join us from 10am-5pm at the Memorial Center. 111 East Lincoln Blvd, Libby, Montana, where approximately 50 vendors will be selling a variety of crafts!

Enjoy “Irish Session” music that will be playing throughout the day. The music will be by local and out of town musicians. Food for purchase is available on site. For more information please visit libbyirishfair.org.

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MARCH 19 WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE CONFERENCE Mark your calendar and join us for inspiration, knowledge and networking for the 5th Annual Women in Agriculture Conference. “Power Up Your Farm” is this year’s theme. It will be an engaging, interactive day full of inspiration, learning and networking with other women farmers.

This conference is a one-day event held simultaneously in 31 locations throughout Washington, Alaska, Idaho, Montana and Oregon. For more information visit WomenInAg.wsu.edu, email donna.rolen@ wsu.edu or call 509.745.8531.

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MARCH 25-26 24 HOURS FOR HANK The 8th annual “24 Hours of Schweitzer” is a 24 hour downhill ski event that benefits Cystinosis Research, a rare and fatal disease that affects only 500 people nationwide.

This all day and night fundraiser honors Hank Sturgis of Sandpoint, who has been diagnosed with Cystinosis. For more information please visit schweitzer.com.

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MARCH 25 PERFORMER’S CIRCLE

The Pearl Theater proudly presents Performer’s Circle. Ametuer or pro this is a relaxed, fun place to share your talent. Free admission, all are welcome. Cafe doors open at 6pm and performances begin at 7pm. For more information call 208.610.2846 or visit thepearltheater.org

MORE FEATURE EVENTS AT WWW.BONNERSFERRYLIVINGLOCAL.COM FEBRUARY 27 RUMPELSTILTSKIN Missoula Children’s Theatre presents Rumpelstiltskin, an original adaptation of the classic children’s story, at 2pm and 7pm in the Panida Theater. Part of the Pend Oreille Arts Council’s Performance Series, this heartwarming tale about a strange little gnome who spins straw into gold (for a price!) is filled with mischief and friendship, and answers more questions than just “what is that little man’s name?” Adult tickets are $10, youth $5.

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MARCH 19 PENGUIN PLUNGE

TAKE THE PLUNGE For Special Olympics Idaho. The Penguin Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics Idaho athletes by gathering pledges and plunging into the icy cold Kootenai River! Registration begins at 11am and plunge starts at 12pm. For more information please visit firstgiving.com or contact Shannon Reece at 208.590.1097 or shannon@idso.org.

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MARCH 2, 16 STORY TIME

Join us at the Boundary County Library 6370 Kootenai Street 10:30am or 1:30pm for story time, crafts and much more!

For more information please visit boundarycountylibrary.com or call 208.267.3750.

MARCH 3 OPEN MIC NIGHT Come share your talent or join the audience on the first Thursday of every month at the Pearl Theater, 7160 Ash Street, Bonners Ferry. Cafe doors open at 6pm, performances start at 7pm. No cover charge.

For more information call 208.610.2846 or visit thepearltheater.org.

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MARCH 20 FIRST DAY OF SPRING! MARCH 26 LIONS CLUB EASTER EGG HUNT The Bonners Ferry Lions Club will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt at 11am Saturday, March 26 at the Boundary County Fairgrounds. This community event has been held consecutively for more than 50 years and will feature categories by age group. Prizes will be awarded to the most creative costume so please ladies, go all out! For more information and to register, visit the Eventbrite page!

Upcoming Events

APRIL FARMER’S MARKET OPENING DAY APRIL 9 FORESTLAND GRAZING APRIL 16 GORDON ROWLAND AT THE PEARL THEATRE

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The Ease of Crossing What you need to know for a smooth crossing into Canada

MANY STORIES DRIFT through the network of human relationships and social media both good and bad regarding vehicular crossings into Canada or for that matter any Port of Entry where driving or riding across in a vehicle is the means. The Panhandle has two such border crossings into Canada: Eastport which operates round the clock all year long and Port Hill (Kingsgate on the Canadian side) open seven days a week between 7am and 11pm only. The stories are mostly good, no problem; but some are negative, expressing a wear on nerves or frustrations of untimely or ill-thought encounters.

I visited Port Director, Jeffrey Lisius, at East Port recently to clarify what one should know for a smoother border crossing without undue hassle.

There is a Difference Just to clarify, the good folks working the Ports of Entry are not Border Patrol agents. They are U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel.

Both agencies work for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, but their responsibilities are not the same.

Border Patrol monitors, observes and handles illegal crossings outside the Ports of Entry, to be clear: these would be people who for one reason or another try to circumvent customs.

They may be carrying contraband, drugs or anything illegal on foot, by ATV, or in a boat, on horseback or by air. They may be individuals trying to slip across the border to avoid arrest or for some other ill-intended reason want to avoid detection. Not a good idea. This article is not for them; this is for the general, law-abiding public who just wants to go in and come back

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To Take or Not to Take Crossing the border should pose no real problem nor give rise to any undue stress or concern. Just know what you can do, what you can carry and how you should respond when border personnel ask questions. It’s that simple. Don’t try to hide anything; it’s not a game. Likewise, look over everything you are carrying in your vehicle when you intend to cross over. Don’t carry anything you don’t plan on using or need, including people you don’t know.

With a little digging, you can gain accurate understanding by looking through all related points and tabs on the Ports of Entry website: www.cbp.gov/contact/ports/id. The “id” is for Idaho. If you want to know another state’s ports, just slip the appropriate abbreviation into that slot.

Here’s another site where you can find rather thorough explanations of dos and don’ts: www. ezbordercrossing.com/. But for facts and/

or solutions posed on any privately run site, including that of Bonners Ferry Living Local or any other media outlet where this information is presented. You are better off getting it straight from the horse’s mouth. For that, go to the government’s website.

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with you, where you are taking them as well as where and when you expect to return to the United States.

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are turned back, a lie will make it tougher to cross on another occasion, if not impossible.

This applies to minors as well. If you or one of your passengers has a pending warrant, is in a criminal trial or otherwise carrying any record of a criminal conviction, you will want to check out current border regulations BEFORE you get to the checkpoint. And be thorough.

EasyBorderCrossing.com has adequate information for you under “Prior Criminal Offenses.”

This is hard for some folks, but be courteous. The person addressing you has the responsibility to observe rightly who you are and what your intentions might be. Courtesy is a good thing.

The golden rule applies. Sarcastic remarks and/ or political comments thrown off the cuff can significantly delay your time in front of a port

official. It’s not the time or the place to exhibit a privately held bias or testy attitude.

Always answer only the questions you are asked. It’s not the place to be witty. Remember, the person in front of you has a responsibility to safeguard other citizens. Don’t test them.

Just be clear and answer what you are asked as truthfully as you can. Give them reason to suspect something and they can ask as many questions as they want to ask. Just be forthright.

Remove sunglasses so they can see your eyes.

Don’t drink before crossing. Any signs of being drunk or drugged will end your trip. Be sure you’re buckled up (everyone in the car).

Have proper ID’s for everyone with current

The person addressing you has the responsibility to observe rightly who you are and what your intentions might be.

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addresses. If transporting a pet or animals, have the correct documents with you, ready to show.

Your vet can advise the proper documentation necessary. Take only what you need, even in your trunk and don’t, please don’t try to take fruit or produce across in a cooler. You may have to eat it right there! Or give it away.

That’s just a summary, but it should be enough to help you enjoy your experience. Please explore the websites for more information.

Those who work the ports of entry are there on your behalf. They are good people whose job is to protect us all. Treat them well, respect them, give them what they need to know, and you’ll be on your way.

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PAGE 34 - RIGHT The Peace Bridge, which is one of the main border crossings between Canada and the United States, runs between Buffalo, New York and Fort Erie, Ontario.

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PAGE 34 - LEFT Giant sign directing travelers to checkpoint on the US Canadian border.

ABOVE & BEOW Cars wait to cross the border into Canada.

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Creating Connection TWO YOGA BREATHING EXERCISES FOR CHILDREN

BY TANIA ZIMMER, RYT/RCYT

WHETHER YOU ARE A TEACHER or a parent to a child or adolescent, connections are imperative in order for relationships to exist. You do not have to be a yoga teacher to incorporate yoga tools as part of your every day. Most of yoga lies in the simple yet complex thing that keeps us alive – breathing.

Yoga has this profound ability to connect mind, body and spirit through breath and movement. When children feel safe, heard and understood, their capacity and yearning for connection and knowledge expands. When we can connect, we get to discuss fundamental things such as emotional regulation, selfawareness and turning inward to find calm in an overstimulated world. You will quickly

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experience the subtle yet profound changes of mind and body that happens within you as well.

Practicing the simple act of breathing with your child in a time of a meltdown or a chaotic day gives you the chance to follow a path that benefits both of you. If connection doesn’t come easy to you or your child, remember that simply breathing creates compassion and provides you opportunities to be present with your child. Breathing allows you to “connect and redirect.”

As Daniel Siegel suggests, combining the left and right brain provides clarity and understanding by using the logical left brain

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Mindful Awareness THE PATH TO HEALTH AND FREEDOM

BY IAN CHITTLE, M.S., LMHC, HARBOR WELLBEING

IT HAD BEEN a long time since I went on a run, but yesterday I broke the ice and took a jog. The busyness and joys of being a new dad had distracted me from some of the healthy habits I had developed as a single young man.

I did not push myself too hard; I followed the ins and outs of my breath and noticed the sensations of muscles tightening and lengthening throughout my body. I admired the towering evergreen trees, swirling white clouds and splashes of blue in the sky, as I noticed the squish of soggy, decomposing dirt and pine needles under my shoes. This was a lovely winter evening run in the Pacific Northwest!

The mindful observation described above is a central technique for deepening the experience with an activity and bringing compassionate awareness, where selfjudgment could easily creep in. Instead of falling into critical habits of the mind such as, “You are so slow and unhealthy,” I turned my bare attention to the sensations within my body and the sights around me.

Likewise, the mindfulness practice was an antidote for worrying. Instead of spending my run thinking about future to-do lists, I was able to actually enjoy rest and relaxation from the run. I paid attention, was in the present moment with curiosity, non-judgment, awe and acceptance, and that transformed the experience into joy instead of a chore.

Some activities can be challenging to turn into a habit. Nevertheless, whether harmful or helpful, habits are ingrained into the fabric of our lives. Our habits become instinctual, like grabbing a cheeseburger in between picking up the kids and paying the bills. Habits can be hard to change when we are on autopilot, but they can be changed. When we structure the content of our lives to be in alignment with our deepest values, the motivation to change becomes much easier.

We are intrinsically motivated and energized by clearly seeing what is most important to us.

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TRAVEL & LEISURE

A CROWN JEWEL Glacier National Park

By Colin Anderson

AMERICA IS A land of contrasting features; it’s what makes it beautiful. We are bordered by the world’s greatest oceans, and within our country you find jagged peaks, rugged canyons, rolling prairies and lush green forest. Here there are rivers that meander lazily through dense swamp and others much more torrent that have cut into the earth for millennia. There are lands that stay frozen under ice and deserts so hot that very little life inhabits the vastness.

As the great migration West picked up steam in the 1800s, settlers, prospectors, pioneers, homesteaders and fortune seekers stumbled upon a landscape towering in stature compared to their upbringing along the Atlantic and across the Great Plains.

Despite the rush to claim land for homes and mountains for riches, many recognized the incredible uniqueness of the West, realizing that much of this land should stay unspoiled for all to enjoy. Americans pioneered the idea of preserving land and on March 1, 1872, the Yellowstone National Park Act was signed by President Ulysses S. Grant. The act established the world’s first

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National Park “dedicated and set apart as a public park or pleasuring-ground for the benefit and enjoyment of the people.”

Yellowstone paved the way for the creation of the National Parks Service and the more than 500 parks, preserves, monuments, sites, historic places, and trails it oversees today. The National Parks Service celebrates its centennial this August and has grown to more than 22,000 employees, and 221,000 passionate people volunteer at these places each year. Each site has its own story, reason and beauty but only one is given the distinguished title; “Crown Jewel of the Continent.” Glacier National Park in Montana has come to symbolize the American West; beautiful and potentially dangerous, yet full of life, contrast and solitude.

Before being established in 1910 as the tenth National Park, Glacier was home to the Blackfeet, Salish and Kootenai tribes.

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buffalo migrations in the surrounding prairies. With the completion of the Great Northern Railway, and photos of the landscape appearing in newspapers all across the country, visitors began coming to the area in droves. Tourists saw Glacier as a homegrown version of the Swiss Alps and could travel much more quickly by rail west than by steamer east to Europe. Great alpine lodges were constructed in Bavarian style which still stand today. The Prince of Wales Hotel, built by the Great Northern Railway, sits like a castle on top of Waterton Lake and is a massive piece of history itself. Here you can enjoy stunning views, hop on a ferry to explore the Canadian side of the park, and enjoy the British tradition of afternoon tea served daily. Built in 1913, also by Great Northern, the Glacier Park Lodge is stunningly preserved at more than 100 years old. The lobby is incredibly impressive, and many guests spend a majority of their time here reading a book or learning more about the local history. There is also a spa, pool, restaurant and two 9-hole golf courses.

Even if you are staying outside the park in nearby Whitefish, Kalispell or Columbia Falls, a quick lunch or dinner break at any of the park’s accommodations shouldn’t be missed. For those definitely wanting to stay inside the park, you should plan on booking your stay at least six months in advance as rooms fill up very quickly especially weekends.

Entering the park from either the east or west side, you will almost surely traverse one of the most beautiful drives in the country, the Going-to-the-Sun Road. For those who have come by plane or train, there is a free shuttle system offered by the park that makes multiple stops. These shuttles run July 1 through Labor Day, weather permitting. These are popular with hikers and campers who don’t want to leave their vehicle inside the park for days at a time. A favorite of many visitors is to take a red bus tour of the park. Experienced guides bring you all around the park in vintage 1930s buses. The buses have large windows, and weather permitting, the roofs can be peeled back giving you incredible vertical views as you pass through the park. For those making the Going-to-theSun Road drive themselves, get ready for a very wild ride. The road is slow and always

busy as onlookers are mesmerized by the surrounding scenery. Those that have a fear of heights should ride on the driver’s side if heading west to east as the road narrows in many places to barely the width of two car lengths with sheer cliffs just a few feet from your rear tires.

Despite the enormity of the pass, serious bikers love to conquer Going-to-the-Sun Road so keep an eye out for cyclists. As you

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ascend, you are treated to the site of rugged peaks, beautiful forest and waterfalls, many spilling onto the roadway. You might get so lucky as to spot a mountain goat, big horn sheep, elk, moose or grizzly bear. Once you reach Logan Pass, you can stop in the visitors’ center, embark off on a number of short hiking trails and see high alpine lakes, flowers and wildlife. Crews spend all spring continually plowing mountains of snow off the roadway in hopes of getting the pass open in June. It can snow every month of the year here, so be prepared for anything as you head up the pass.

While being the most popular, there is much more to Glacier than the Going-tothe-Sun Road. The park is a backpacker’s dream with more than 700 miles of hiking trails to explore. There are 13 easy access campgrounds throughout and many more designated camping areas in the backcountry. Off the beaten path you will find an even more spectacular landscape.

The backcountry is bear country so hikers

need to take every precaution in storing food and should carry bear spray as well.

For this reason, dogs are not allowed in the park. Those not wanting to get too deep in the wilderness can book all sorts of tours from fishing and whitewater rafting, to mountain biking and bird watching.

According to the National Parks Service, there were approximately 150 glaciers in the park area in 1850. By 1968, there were around 50, and today there are only 25 designated glaciers left. The U.S. Geological Survey studies of the park’s glaciers estimate that if global warming trends continue at the current rate, all could disappear by 2030, leaving a beautiful landscape behind but nothing left of the great glaciers that carved this area into such a special place.

Seeing these glaciers up close as a young child inspired my own personal western migration and appreciation for the beautiful surroundings I have grown to call home. While Glacier Park will remain for generations, the window is closing to see something truly remarkable up close. Your trip to Glacier will leave you in awe, with a greater appreciation of the natural settings around you and a new realization of how really small we are in such a great big world.

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