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TO NEW BEGINNINGS ife as we’ve known it is slowly beginning to make its return, with much excitement, as well as attentiveness. We at Bonners Ferry Living Local are proud to be part of this wonderful community and over the past several weeks have witnessed firsthand how truly strong and committed its people are to the place they call home.

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Over the past few months, our community has come together more than ever before to keep our community, its businesses and schools running—though in ways we could have never imagined. June marks the official beginning to summer, with schools officially out (no more remote learning), and more time to get out and spend time with friends and family, as well as support our local businesses—many who need our patronage more than ever.

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Our feature story highlights Bonners Ferry residents Julie Kirk and Joshua Freedman on their journey of strength and endurance as they prepare to embark on the Great Alabama 650 this September—the toughest paddle race in the United States! Read the story behind Super 1 Foods and their commitment to the communities they serve and GROW!'s unwavering dedication to grow a healthy community.

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IT'S JUNE! Along with the longer days and more sunshine, it's the time of year we spend more time outdoors, whether gardening, entertaining or just playing with the kids! With the beauty that Bonners Ferry offers during this time, there’s no time like the present to get outside and soak in that sunshine!

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Home Improvement Projects P R E PA R I N G O U R H O M E S FO R T H E W A R M W E AT H E R

BY NIKKI LUTTMANN, SEVEN BEE INTERIORS FOR SANDPOINT FURNITURE, CARPET ONE AND SELKIRK GLASS AND CABINETS

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ell, summer is officially here, and this year the warm weather is especially welcome. Many of us have spent far more time inside our homes recently than in months and even years past due to COVID-19. These past few months have taught me so much about my home and my family, and even myself.

For example, I make a great art teacher but a rotten third-grade math teacher! This month I’d like to focus on preparing our homes for the warm weather and helping to boost the local economy while we’re at it.

Something that can be overlooked in any home is the addition of fresh air and sunshine. Your home could be picture-perfect, but without fresh air and sunlight, it can feel stagnant. One way to add fresh air without inviting in the mosquito family from next door is to update or add screens to your home. Selkirk Glass and Cabinets have a great “invisible” screen product that retracts and can be added to virtually any door.

While they’re at it, they can replace windowpanes that have cracked or fogged, which happens when a window loses its seal, and can really detract from your view.

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Adding window coverings can also be an asset in the warmer months.

There are so many to choose from, from solar shades to insulated double-walled cellular shades that can keep heat out and cool air in.

Proper window coverings also protect your flooring and furniture from harmful UV rays and keep your home finishes looking newer longer.

I’m a big fan of wood blinds for a classic look, and shutters are definitely making a comeback in the home trends department. Any of these options can update the look of your home but also add to your quality of life by reducing glare, making air conditioning more efficient and blocking out our early morning northern sun until we are good and ready to wake up!

Summer is also a great time to have your flooring replaced, as your outdoor spaces can be utilized to store furniture and other belongings while they have the old flooring going out and new flooring going in.

Also, you can keep your windows and doors open for fresh air while they are doing the installation, which helps get rid of any contaminants or volatile organic compounds that might linger when doing flooring installs.

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Outdoor living spaces are all the rage on sites like Houzz and Pinterest.

Painting the outside of your home is another popular summertime home improvement project. Good weather is always a boon for painters, who will fully utilize the upcoming sunny days to get their projects finished on schedule. If you are considering having your home painted this summer, it’s a good idea to speak to a painter as soon as possible to ensure you get a spot on their list.

Outdoor living spaces are all the rage on sites like Houzz and Pinterest—and for good reason! They can really add value to your home and even give you more usable space.

In general, we are still spending more time in our homes, and adding an outdoor living area can really help boost morale during this time.

Pergolas and patios are great, but think about

adding some fun elements as well. Fire pits, built-in grills and even pizza ovens are great additions to any home, and many can be done safely, even on a budget.

Outdoor lighting is also a fun way to spruce up your space. Adding new exterior lighting can work wonders in updating your exterior, and the addition of twinkle lights, path lighting or café lights can add ambiance and character to an otherwise bland space. Some of these can be easy DIY projects, but adding new outlets or other larger installs are usually only a phone call away with a good electrician!

I hope this list gives you a few ideas for the upcoming summer months! Have fun, stay healthy and enjoy our beautiful North Idaho summer!

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Where Our Focus Goes, Our Energy Flows WHATEVER THE CIRCUMSTANCES, WHAT WE THINK AND WHO WE CHOOSE TO BE MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE

By Trish Buzzone, Thinking Partner, Executive Director, The John Maxwell Team

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ometime in March, life as we know it went off the rails. As the number of coronavirus cases grew, businesses closed, and others struggled to keep their doors open. Parks, restaurants and theaters closed. Weeks passed, and for many of us, the walls felt like they were closing in.

Each day, I made it a point to check in with family and friends who were, like me, looking for ways to adjust to the “new normal.” One of those friends confessed the transition had been a challenge. Adam works mainly out of his house. His wife is a schoolteacher, now also working from home. They have two boys still at home and one in the military. Safe-at-Home orders meant pretty much everything around them was closed, and they were immersed in learning new technology, testing new routines and adjusting expectations.

My friend said, even in all the struggle, they were able to create moments of joy. I asked him to share one: “Our wedding anniversary was coming up, 22 years together, and I was sick. The week before, I’d developed some congestion and a cough.

No fever, fortunately, but one of those deep, nasty coughs that keeps you up at night.

“For 22 years, our anniversary always meant an adventure. Hiking, sailing, enjoying a beachside B&B, learning and exploring together. … Not this year. Even if I wasn’t sick, the world was wearing a big Out of Order sign.

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the door, giggling. Something was definitely up. Out on the dock, they had strung Christmas lights from piling to piling. Candles flickered on a table set for two. Platters held all our favorite picnic foods. A wine bottle sweated in the warm evening. Soft music played.

“I sat down across from her, soaking up the moment. It felt like we were together at a riverside Italian bistro, the only people in the world. She poured the wine, and we toasted 22 years. We set our glasses down, both smiling, maybe for the first time that week. I know it was the happiest I’d been since the first time I heard the words ‘COVID-19.’

“As the sun melted behind the horizon, we ate and talked and laughed until it was too dark to see. Coronavirus may have stolen our annual adventure, but maybe creating moments of joy when the world feels like it’s falling apart is adventure enough.”

Hearing this, I was inspired by Adam’s unwavering life stance, the way his family honors traditions, embraces challenges and loves each other through these uncertain times.

Where their focus goes, their energy flows, and that is true for all of us.

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“By Thursday, I was on my third day of very little sleep. My bride took one look at me and told me to stay in bed. I rolled over, closed my eyes, and woke up Friday morning. All day, the house was full of whispers. Mom and the boys were planning something as I tried to knock the rust off my brain and get caught up on work.

“Anniversary morning arrived. We sipped coffee on the porch swing and watched the river behind our house. It wasn’t a mountain cabin or a tropical island, but we were together.

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GROWING AS A COMMUNITY GROW! brings community gardening to Bonners Ferry

By Abigail Thorpe Photos Courtesy of GROW! and Jerry Pavia

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alk down the streets of Bonners Ferry or stop to shop at places like Yoder’s Market, and you may notice small planter boxes with a variety of veggies and herbs and little green and white signs sporting a watering can that say “Little Free Garden.”

additional gardens this season. Local businesses partner with GROW! to provide a home for the garden and their own container if they’d like (GROW! also has containers they can provide); there are funds to assist with the cost; and master gardeners help businesses to plant and care for the little garden.

Funded by a grant from the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation, High Five! and administered by the City of Bonners Ferry, with assistance from the University of Idaho Master Gardeners and GROW!, the program partners with local businesses to provide free produce to the community through Little Free Gardens outside of businesses and organizations throughout the town.

“It's a cooperative program, and of course the produce is available to anyone who wants it,” says Painter. “It's fun, and I think people realize how easy it is. How much, for example, lettuce you can grow.”

“I was thinking what else can we do to bring gardening to the public,” says GROW! Secretary and University of Idaho Extension Educator Kate Painter. “I thought what if we had little free community gardens like we have little free libraries.” It turned out there was already a national organization called Little Free Gardens, and so GROW! and Bonners Ferry joined, becoming the first site in Idaho to offer Little Free Gardens to the community.

Painter, along with GROW! Treasurer Gerry Ann Howlett, spearhead the program. They started with 22 gardens the first year and are working to add

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GROW!, which stands for Gardens for Regional Organic Wellbeing, started in 2009 with a group of volunteers. It’s always been closely associated with the University of Idaho Extension office and the Master Gardening program, says Painter.

The nonprofit provides gardening opportunities for those without access to garden space and also provides educational opportunities to learn from various master gardeners with plots in the garden and attend classes through the extension office. “It is a really wonderful thing to have this community garden as a gardening site for our program,” says Painter.

In the early years of GROW!, there were three community garden locations. The garden now operates in just one location, on the grounds of Trinity Lutheran

Church on Buchanan Street. It is always open to the public to visit and includes its own Little Free Garden that is a perennial herb garden, so visitors can come and snip some fresh herbs to take home and add to their meal.

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The Community Garden offers raised garden beds and ground plots for rent to the community, and this year they are finishing four new raised beds to expand the garden space.

The raised beds became essential after a disease called white onion rot was discovered in the area two years ago. The disease is very contagious and can stay in the ground for up to 20 years.

GROW! successfully did remediation on the disease through the use of mustard cover crop, and the experience demonstrated how important the space was not just for providing organic produce to the community but for learning as well. “The GROW! Community Garden has been quite important in terms of disease control,” says Painter.

The Community Garden also serves as a teaching garden for the University of Idaho Extension Office, which offers classes to the community at a nominal fee to help cover expenses. “It's a really magical place to be up there,” says Painter. “All of the people I've met and the Community Garden people ... they help make all of this programming work.”

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The garden site is situated right by the daycare run by Trinity Lutheran Church—an ideal location for children to learn about gardening, says Painter. GROW! does a children’s garden in the space, and master gardeners volunteer to bring the kids over and show them how to garden, ensuring a love of gardening and understanding of the benefits of fresh, organic produce is passed on to the next generation.

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In addition to offering the community a space to garden and opportunities for learning, GROW! donates fresh produce to the local food bank, which serves around 500 local families every month. They’ve donated over a ton of produce each year to the food bank since 2017.

The GROW! garden is a great asset to the Bonners Ferry community in so many ways— from providing gardening space to learning opportunities and free produce for those who need it. “The fact that this community has a community garden, it's a tremendous asset and shows the spirit we have here in Bonners Ferry of self-reliance,” says Painter.

GROW! is dedicated to getting the community passionate about growing and involving all who want to help or learn. “We are always short of hands, so we'd love to have more people involved,” says Painter. To find out more about getting involved with the Community Garden, sponsor your own Little Free Garden, or see available classes, visit GROWBoundaryCounty.org.

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hile it was a challenging end to the 2020 school year, it is the hope of all educators to return to the classroom for the 2020-2021 school year. “We miss our students and hope we may all return to school in the fall,” said Superintendent Jan Bayer. “We want to thank our students and families for their continued support and efforts during this time. We hope you are all safe and healthy.”

While a return to a more normal education is something students can look forward to, it won’t be so for the graduating class of 2020. Much like the end of senior year, graduation day will be much different. While restrictions across the state are continuing to loosen, gatherings of large crowds are still prohibited under the governor’s order.

Instead of gathering side by side with their classmates and having proud parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and family friends in the audience, seniors will instead have a drive-through graduation.

While not the celebration everyone had hoped for, organizers still wanted graduates to partake in the ceremony for this great achievement in their lives. The graduation ceremony will take place on Saturday, June 6, beginning at 11am. Relatives can stream

the service and a recording will also be available on the district website.

The schedule is as follows: • Students/family will be permitted to have one car per family. No RVs, limos or oversized vehicles.

• Students/family will line up at the fairgrounds at 10am. They must stay in their vehicles with their family.

While not the celebration ever yone had hoped for, organizers still wanted graduates to partake in the ceremony for this great achievement in their lives.

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• Students/family will be escorted to the high school at 10:40am.

• Students/family will drive through the middle school parking lot, by the baseball field to the front of the school.

• Student and one family member will exit the vehicle to receive their diploma cover and take a picture. The student will proceed down the sidewalk to pick up their diploma from staff further than 6 feet from the previous staff member.

• Student and family member will return to the vehicle and exit school grounds.

Congratulations, graduates, on this great achievement, and wishing you all a bright future.

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ulie Newcomb keeps a quote of Thomas Jefferson on the front of her garden log book: “The security of our nation depends on subsistence farming.” It’s her reminder of why her and her husband’s farming efforts are so important. “As much as we need large-scale farming operations to feed our masses, we also need more local and subsistence farming to balance or distribute our farming assets,” says Julie.

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With family roots in farming in South Dakota and nurseries in Oakland, California, gardening is in the Newcombs’ blood.

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The name Cloud Eleven was inspired by bliss, beer, and rock and roll, says Julie. “We like to challenge some of our more inquiring customers into ferreting out the source to the 'Eleven' in our name and reward them with a special treat if they can figure it out. We often provide hints in some of our Instagram page posts, such as 'Turn it up to Cloud 11.'”

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Cloud Eleven grows GROW FOOD." seasonal vegetables, fruit, herbs, flowers and plant starts, makes low-sugar jams and jellies, and powdered greens. They started with a booth at the Bonners Ferry Farmers Market in 2018 and recently became the first farm in Boundary County to become Certified Naturally Grown—a certification earned after demonstrating natural growing practices that promote ecological balance and help replenish the soil. “It is reminiscent of the spirit of the original organic farming movement,” says Julie.

“Naturally grown, or organically grown, is important to us because we believe it's the best way to grow food that's good for the body, good for the soul and good for our home,” says Julie. “Someone said recently ... that 'we are caretakers of the land on which we live, and it's our responsibility to leave it in better condition than we found it.' If we can at least improve the space in which we occupy, then, wow, think of the impact that would have if everyone tried to do the same!”

The Newcombs truly value small local farming as a way to support and contribute to the local community, and are passionate about encouraging the community to “know their farmer” and also know where the food they eat comes from. They can be found at the local Bonners Ferry Farms Market on Saturdays and the Libby Farmers Market on Thursdays. Connect with them on Instagram or Facebook to find out more about Cloud Eleven Mountain Farm or to pre-order.

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alk in your local Super 1 Foods store, and odds are you’re met by a friendly face, helping hands and a sense of community. Particularly during these uncertain times, our supermarket and grocery workers have been on the frontlines, making sure their communities have the goods they need, with a sense of “we’re all in this together” at every stage of the process.

While many of us were (or are) stuck at home, they’ve been the often unseen hands stocking shelves, cleaning carts and making sure the elderly and those most in need have access to the necessities.

But It’s not just COVID-19 that’s brought this about—Super 1 has always had community at its core. “At Super 1 Foods we emulate our founders’ values: trust, loyalty, integrity, dependability, safety,” says Jeff Hamley, Super 1 Foods store director in Bonners Ferry. The company was founded by Ron and Joanne

McIntire in 1970, and Ron is still active in the business today.

The company just opened its 16th store in May 2020 in Oldtown, Idaho. “Being a local North Idaho founded company, and growing up with the towns in North Idaho through all the growth in the last 50 years, has kept us involved in serving our communities as times and needs have changed,” says Randy McIntire, the Hayden-based vice president of Manito Super 1 Foods.

Ron McIntire was dedicated to serving local charitable and governmental organizations, including his local school board and the Boy Scouts Inland Northwest Council, formerly the Inland Empire Council. “Super 1 Foods follows his lead in trying to be generous, helpful in our local communities,” says Randy McIntire. “Our schools, and our local food banks, are some primary organizations we try to serve.

“Some of our small rural schools are now

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large suburban schools, and the available opportunities have grown with our communities. Super 1 has been able to serve more and in larger ways as it has grown as a company,” he adds.

Each store—and the company as a whole— continues to operate by Ron McIntire’s commitment to the community, supporting various youth programs, schools, parks and recs programs, scouts, 4-H, county fairs and hospital boards in each area.

“Hayden (and) Coeur d’Alene communities are made up of people that are very proud of their community, and appreciate the natural beauty of North Idaho,” says Randy McIntire.

“They are very active in trying to support our local community and be a positive influence on keeping our community a great place to live.

Super 1 Foods, like many other local businesses, are striving for the same thing—to make our community a better place to live.”

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Steven Furin started his time with Super 1 in Coeur d’Alene in 1995 before becoming the Sandpoint store manager. “Our philosophy is consistently writing low prices with the highest quality in fresh foods,” he says.

“Trustworthiness, loyalty—being committed to being really professional in our work environment—those are some of the things that are important.”

Furin recalls Ron McIntire impressing upon him the importance of community when Furin first came to Sandpoint in 2010 to manage the then newly opened store.

For Furin personally, Kinderhaven, local sports, the hospital and 4-H are top causes he makes it a priority to support. “It's important

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that we spend time helping people that need help in those areas,” he says. He serves on an advisory committee at the hospital, which has been especially important and a key link to the work he does at the store during the current health concerns, he notes.

The first year the Sandpoint store opened it donated a pallet of electrolytes to the local football team, recalls Furin. They’ve been donating a pallet of Powerade to the team every year since. He soon got actively involved in individually supporting local sports teams, and has been coaching youth sports—either football, basketball or baseball—since 2011.

Many employees follow his and the company’s lead, volunteering their time and money to give back to the community in a variety of ways.

Some of the employees attend the Festival of Trees for Kinderhaven each year. The store gives something to every school in the district and provides field trips for about half the grade schools, says Furin. “If the schools need help with something, we’re always there to help,” he adds.

Each year, the store supports the local fair and purchases 4-H animals. Last year they sold the local pigs they purchased from 4-H members

at the store—a prime example of bringing community and company mission together by serving locally sourced fresh meat that also supported a good cause.

Neighboring Bonners Ferry Super 1 Foods is equally as dedicated to providing low prices on the highest quality and freshest foods to the community and finds every opportunity to get involved with supporting local families, nonprofits and food banks.

“We at Super 1 Foods are proud to give donations to nonprofit organizations, and support our 4-H and schools, and food banks,” says Hamley. The Bonners store sponsors the Bull Bash every year, in addition to the Demolition Derby, the 4-H live auction, and the local fire department spaghetti donations for families in need, he adds.

“With Bonners Ferry being such a small community, it gives Super 1 Foods the ability to connect with all our customers on a personal level and connect with each customer by name.”

The increased pressure COVID-19 has placed on grocery stores has only served to highlight and strengthen Super 1 stores’ spirit of community. Through the tough times stores

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have continued to find ways to fill their shelves and keep food available for customers, says Randy McIntire.

Extra sanitization measures and crowded stores with depleted stock have made it difficult working conditions for employees, but the company has worked to reward employees through Hero pay and extra money each pay day for their dedication, says Hamley.

“What's been inspirational to me, with most of my employees, how willing they are to go the extra mile for the customer during these tough times,” says Furin. “Through this, our sales have increased, and so everyone's had to work a little harder, and the out-of-stock issues—it's been challenging, but it's amazing.”

Looking forward, Super 1 stores are ready to support and help local communities as they work to recover from the crisis. “As civic organizations and churches become active again in serving our community, we will look forward to contributing to their efforts,” says Randy McIntire. “Food Banks will be very important this summer, and we will be supporting them in helping many neighbors who have been hurt by the economic shutdown.”

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Over the years, the family was inspired to get into the granite fabrication business as things changed in the logging and road construction industry, and they were traveling further away from home for work. “Originally incorporated in 1969 as Anderson Logging Co., Inc. by my grandfather, Lowell Anderson, we made the change to a stone fabrication shop and changed the name of the business to Idaho Granite Works Inc.,” says Julie Krezman.

“Even with the business evolving from logging and construction to stone fabrication, its strong family roots remain,” comments Lucinda McLeish. Idaho Granite Works is a family owned and operated business. Oscar Anderson and his three daughters Julie Krezman, Lucinda McLeish and Laree Liermann, son-inlaws Adam Krezman and Daniel McLeish, grandson Conner Krezman, along with the team at Idaho Granite Works, work hard to build a legacy and a successful business together.

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as well as limestone, granite, marble and engineered quartz from around Bonner counties, as they say they are the biggest part of the company’s the world. success. “We wouldn’t be where we are today without their support,” says Julie. “Our customers are not just customers to us. They are our family, As a custom stone fabrication shop, the company manufactures what the friends and neighbors.” Combined with the quality craftsmanship and customer dreams up and offers a number of products including, though excellent customer service, Idaho Granite Works provides their clients not limited to: with a product nothing short of exceptional.

Exterior: landscape steps, signs, barbecue counters, fire pits, fountains, blocks, outdoor furniture, entrances, benches Interior: countertops, sinks, tub surrounds, showers, fireplaces Memorials: monuments, headstones, benches, plaques The qualified staff can help you through the steps of design, cost estimating, material selection, fabrication, installation and maintenance.

In addition to their superior services offered to the local communities, they also find time to give back. Idaho Granite Works has worked with Boundary County Fuller Center for Housing (formally Habitat for Humanity) to provide countertops in two homes. They have also supported the Robotics team (they have a nice sign too!), Bonners Ferry High School, 4-H and more, in addition to supporting many individual benefit auctions with auction items each year.

“It is rewarding when we make someone’s ideas come to life,” affirms Julie. “Being a custom shop, we get to help our customers implement their dreams into their homes or businesses.”

Idaho Granite Works’ fabrication shop is located in Naples, while their showroom can be found in Sagle. They invite you to stop in the showroom Monday through Friday, 10am to 5pm, to browse through their fine selections of natural stones, quartz material and unique displays, as well Oscar, Julie, Lucinda and Laree, along with the rest of the Idaho Granite as the opportunity to discuss their process and your vision.

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IDAHO COUPLE TRADES THE ICY WATERS IN CANADA FOR A KAYAK IN HUMID ALABAMA

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daho residents Julie Kirk and Joshua Freedman have changed their plans for this summer. The scenery will be equally spectacular, the weather a bit warmer, but an entirely new challenge.

News that the COVID-19 pandemic had forced the sponsors of the Yukon 1000 across the Canadian wilderness to cancel this year’s event, which compelled the couple to seek out another challenge.

So, instead of making their way across the Great North this summer, Joshua and Julie will be paddling their way through some of the most picturesque wilderness waterways of the Deep South as participants in the Great Alabama 650. The course is a world apart from the Canadian Yukon wilderness.

Over the past eight years the Idaho couple had been regular participants in the Yukon River Quest, a twisting challenge through virtually untouched wilderness in the vast open terrain in Canada. They have placed as high as first place in their division.

Julie and Joshua had hoped to enhance the challenge this year by doubling their miles on the river when they applied to compete in the elite Yukon 1000, a course that follows the route of early pioneers in what has been billed as the longest boat race in the world.

The disappointing news of the COVID lockdown, however, did not deter them. Joshua quickly found another challenge they could answer. His solution was the Great Alabama 650, a test of strength, endurance and mental fortitude that takes river paddlers on what sponsors describe as “an epic adventure along the core section of the Alabama Scenic River Trail.”

“It may be less miles,” said Joshua, “but it is definitely more of a challenge. Both physically and emotionally.”

He was thrilled with the new challenge, proclaiming he did not want to “flush all those hours of training down the toilet.” He added the Alabama course has the potential to be more challenging because the Yukon River flows at a consistent 9 to 13 miles per hour. The river course in Alabama has multiple stretches of still water that will require human propulsion.

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Racers in Alabama will also be forced to exit the river for nine portages to get around nine dams on this year’s course. Julie has been designated as the coxswain for the race to allow Joshua to concentrate on navigation.

“We were already seven months into our training for the Yukon when they pulled the plug,” said Joshua. He admitted that Julie is a “much better technical paddler,” but Julie said her partner’s training for Ironman competitions will be beneficial during the more grueling portions of the race.

According to Race Director Greg Wingo, the race in Alabama this September presents a unique challenge for both competitors and organizers. Greg is an ultra-runner who co-founded a trail running group in his native Birmington.

“When it comes to a paddle race, and specifically with our race where we have several different bodies of water, the logistics behind that are quite a bit more complicated,” he explained. “On top of that, there is a level of navigating and orienteering that’s involved for the paddlers that’s not quite as common in most running races.”

Only three teams out of the 20 that began last year’s inaugural race made it to the finish line, he said.

Dedicated training The change in venue has not changed Joshua and Julie’s yearround zeal for their daily regimen of vigorous training. In addition to time on the river every morning near their home north of Bonners Ferry in North Idaho, Joshua continues to chop wood, work out at the gym and hone the navigational skills he first learned during his time as a SEAL in the Navy.

Meanwhile, Julie does aerobics to build up her stamina when she is not behind the counter of Mountain Mike’s, a local health food store.

“We are both knocking on the door of 60, so our workouts now include more yoga in addition to aerobics,” said Julie.

Joshua said they will begin to scale back from their twice-a-day routine as they get closer to the actual start date of the race.

“We’re also taking more supplements to help boost our endurance levels,” he said with a quiet laugh.

Julie is concerned that the drastic changes in temperature and humidity in Alabama in the heat of summer may pose more of a challenge than the actual river.

“Obviously, the Yukon is a much colder environment than Alabama, and so we'll be doing a lot of training during the heat of the day this summer (in Idaho),” Josh said when asked about the changes in preparation for the new challenge.

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“The only element we will really need to work on that is different is heat tolerance.”

They explained the actual workouts are “not really much different” than their annual preparation for the Yukon. Julie said their time in kayaks on the river is primarily focused on strengthening the teamwork and the methods the couple has developed as tandem paddlers over the years.

Racers can never take any situation on the river for granted, said Joshua. He said participants have reported experiencing hallucinations along either course. That can be especially dangerous for teams hundreds of miles from civilization in Canada.

Based on his research from across the country, Josh anticipates even more perils in the Alabama waterway. Instead of an occasional bear foraging for salmon, the southern waters will have dangers with large teeth lurking below the surface of the water and ominous predators in the branches of trees along the bank.

As of now, the Great Alabama 650 is scheduled to start on September 16 on Weiss Lake in the northeast corner of the state and end at Fort Morgan on the shores of Mobile Bay. Rules of the race dictate that the race must be completed within 10 days.

A total of $22,500 in prize money will be divided among finishers in three separate categories: male, female and two-person teams.

The river course stretches from the white water at the headwaters to the ambling river delta. Greg cautions racers that “the race can pose a challenge to even the most experienced paddler.”

Racers, he said, who sign up for the solo division must have at least one “crewperson” to assist throughout the race to provide help along the journey. The race director is also grateful for the “trail angels,” people who live along the water who will be available to assist racers, offering snacks or a place for a hot shower.

“All along the trail, there are people that live close by and love this waterway and love to help out paddlers,” Greg said. “We’ve created a network of these angels to help out paddlers with pretty much anything on their route—acts of kindness that have been in place for decades. Now we’ll be utilizing them for this race.”

The angels and a host of other volunteers will be a major force in keeping the race running properly. Many of the volunteers will be stationed at portages along the course. Racers will be met on the shoreline, where they will be required to get out of their boat and take a compulsory break.

Most of these stations are at sites of dams and other places that will need to be bypassed on foot.

“Volunteers are absolutely critical for this race,” Greg said. “The primary responsibility of the volunteers at the portages will be to make sure racers get their mandatory time out of the water and to check on them.”

He said as the race proceeds and competitors spread out, more volunteers are needed to staff the stations, some hundreds of miles apart.

“At the beginning of the race this isn’t a huge deal because the racers are still close together, but as the days go by the racers spread out, based on their ability, pretty far, so we’ll need to man multiple portages over a couple of hundred miles, staffing them

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24 hours a day,” Greg said.

Joshua and Julie will travel to Alabama with their own set of “trail angels.”

“My son, Ian, has been with us for five years in a row for the Yukon River Quest. He is planning on going with us to the Great Alabama 650 this year too,” said Julie. “He could not make it last year. “ Wayne and Wanda Wilkerson were on hand to support their friends at the first mandatory layover last year. They helped pull Joshua and Julie out of their boat, fed them both and put them to beds to sleep before the start of the next day.

“While we are sleeping, they clean out our boat, restock it with food and water, dry everything they can (pfds, spray skirts, jackets). They helped inspect our gear and boat with the race officials, and then they are there at the end to help us out of the boat and take care of us and our gear.”

Scott helped pay the registration fee for the postponed race in the Yukon.

Donations of waterproof hats, gloves and socks from Sealskinz USA have helped Joshua and Julie prepare for the river race in Alabama.

“Nite Ize provided us with some waterproof

The change in venue has not changed Joshua and Julie's year-round zeal for their daily regimen of vigorous training.

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bags and Peak Refuel is giving us our freezedried meals,” Julie added. “We are also especially grateful to our customers at Mountain Mike's for their loyalty to help us reach our goal.”

Julie and Joshua have one ultimate goal that guides them on their outdoor adventures. That is the challenge to finish the race and be able to plan for next year’s test of endurance.

“We work well together, but this will not be a walk in the park,” said Joshua with a straight face. “This is an entirely new challenge. Its’ all new to us.”

“We always try to find the silver lining,” Julie concluded. “The cancelation of the Yukon race may have been a blessing in disguise.”

Dan Aznoff is a freelance writer based in Mukilteo, Washington, dedicated to preserving the stories of past generations. He was a finalist for a Pulitzer Prize and has received acclamation for his work regarding sustainable energy. Aznoff is the author of three books that document colorful periods of history in the state of Washington. He can be reached at directly da@dajournalist.com.

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You may have heard of the “opioid epidemic” and be concerned about how to manage pain without these addictive drugs. Dry needling can be a big part of the solution. It is an effective and very safe way to resolve muscle pain without pain medicines and their side effects.

What does dry needling look like?

During the treatment, a PT will insert a very thin, solid “dry” needle, one without medication, into a muscle. This allows the PT to target trigger points, which are taut bands of skeletal muscle that may not be treated effectively by massage. PTs wear gloves when dry needling and observe all relevant safety guidelines.

Does dry needling hurt?

The sensation experienced with dry needling is typically a deep ache or cramp, which quickly subsides within about 30 to 60 seconds. Often the muscle will twitch or jump as the needle is inserted.

What can I expect from dry needling?

Dry needling is like pressing a “reset button” for the muscle. People typically have immediate improvement with pain and the ability to move the problematic area. It is common to experience some mild to moderate residual soreness for one to two after treatment. Most people are nervous before receiving dry needling and then say, “Wow, I’m glad I tried that!”

What conditions can dry needling help?

Because dry needling treats muscle pain, it is especially helpful for conditions such as muscle strains, trigger points, tension headaches and postsurgical muscle pain. Many people think all their pain is coming from arthritis or disc problems, when in fact much of it is coming from their muscles—and this pain can be greatly improved with dry needling.

I’m scared of needles. Can a PT help me without dry needling?

Absolutely! Dry needling is just one tool in a large toolbox. In cases when PTs use dry needling, it is

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Is dry needling the same as acupuncture?

No. Dry needling is not acupuncture, a practice based on traditional Chinese medicine and performed by acupuncturists. Dry needling is a part of modern Western medicine principles and supported by research. While acupuncturists and PTs use similar types of needles, the assessment, technique and purposes of the treatment are different.

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e strongly believe that choosing the right build location will make or break your project,” shares Brandon Johnson at Affordable Custom Builders in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. This is because unforeseen expenses and issues from site development can dramatically affect budget and timeline.

“The unforeseen budgetary impact that site development can have ... will take a big bite out of your construction budget, and if you don't have adequate reserves, it could sink you right out of the gate,” says Johnson. “I advise that buyers meet both their builder and excavator at different times to get their perspectives on the challenges and costs to develop their lot.”

Many builders will offer free site visits to help you prepare for the unexpected, so you know exactly what you’re getting into from the start. It’s a good idea to have an excavator and builder take a look at your site before you settle on it, but here are some key things to consider as you search for the perfect build location.

Acreage Needs First off, consider what type of property you’re looking for and how much you need (or want). Do you have pets and require a large pasture space? Do you want to garden or farm?

Do you want access to water?

Consider how close you want to be to your neighbors, and who those neighbors might be.

Do you want lots of space to keep your home isolated, or do you want the interaction and neighborhood camaraderie that comes with building on a small lot in a neighborhood?

Access It’s essential to know if you have access to your build location. “Not just the obvious questions about ‘where am I gonna place my house’ or ‘doze my driveway;’ but what type of seasonal access do I have to the lot, not just through the lot,” says Johnson.

Consider road restrictions on the nearest highways, weight and height limitations on access roads, and difficult road conditions like switchbacks that make it difficult to get large deliveries. Also, make sure you know what access is like in all seasons—will you need to do additional maintenance in winter to have access to your home? Finally, says Johnson, it’s vital to know you have deeded easement access to the lot. It’s legal to buy and sell landlocked land in Idaho—which would require a helicopter to access.

Proximity to Attractions and Services How close do you want to be to town or the city? It may seem nice to be out in the country, but consider your daily habits and where you enjoy spending the most time. If you are a person who enjoys going to town multiple times a day, living an hour outside of it might prove more difficult than you think, particularly in winter. Do you want to be able to bike to local shops? Or will the noise and lack of space living in a town or city bother you? Here’s where you consider amenities. Do you want a gated or private community with amenities and services, or will the rules and regulations that come with them be an issue?

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THE SETTING OF YOUR HOME MATTERS ON AN AESTHETIC LEVEL, BUT BEYOND THE VISUAL SETTING IT IS IMPORTANT TO CONSIDER HOW GEOGRAPHIC FACTORS MAY AFFECT YOUR BUILDING COSTS —SUCH AS ROCK, CLAY OR SAND.

Connections Consider what utilities are available and where they are coming from before finalizing a build site. Septic/sewer should be your first concern, says Johnson, then water. “Well drilling may require some additional capital to re-drill if you don't produce adequate water from a well,” he adds. “If there is a water or sewer system available, that's great, but be aware there are usually connection fees assessed by the provider that is a different fee than the actual connection made by the excavator.

Determine those costs up front.” Finally, determine where power or gas is coming from, and the path it will need to take to reach your home site.

Geographic Features The setting of your home matters on an aesthetic level, but beyond the visual setting it is important to consider how geographic factors may affect your building costs—such as rock, clay or sand. “This is where an experienced excavator can be most valuable to you,” says Johnson.

“Rock will crush your dreams faster than a Steamroller over a Coke can, unless you've got seriously robust budgets,” he adds. Keep in mind it’s not

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just removing rock for the house pad, but for the driveways and utilities as well—a project that can easily add up to six figures, says Johnson.

Clay and sand present different challenges in terms of the septic system and house drainage, and foundation and roads. “Clay can be overcome, but again, you better be planning for it early,” cautions Johnson. “The cost to import rock or the use of Heli Pile anchors can cure your sandy site issues ... but at a substantial cost.”

Finally, consider stormwater control. Building authorities require home builders to manage the storm water, and the process of planning for it can delay your timeline, particularly if civil engineers need to inspect and design management measures, adds Johnson.

Home Orientation The most commonly considered item, but what you should actually ask yourself near the end, is what you want the placement of your home to be. “Of course your home's views are easy for anyone to determine and have the most long-term benefit of site development, but a few items not considered by those moving here from southern states are winter time sun and shady areas,” says Johnson. Make sure you have access to the southern horizon to help with the grey that settles in winter, and consider where snow piles may hang on into late spring and potentially cause issues for gardening or driveway access.

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hen you decide to have a home built, you commit to an investment in your future; an investment of time, resources and energy. Reaching this point in life comes with its flood of emotions: excitement, accomplishment, and often, overwhelm.

Building a home can place you into a completely new role: manager, designer, even contractor, depending on the time and interest you have in taking these on.

Whether you have building experience or are starting from ground zero, one factor is for certain: You can’t do it alone.

Choosing a team that you trust with your dream home can be a daunting task. How do you know who to hire to turn your vision into reality? Start with the following key qualities to make the process a little easier.

First consider those you hire to be your new business partners; people you’ll work closely with, make compromises with and communicate with regularly.

Know what to delegate and what to maintain a tight control over. Set your budget and know which factors you’re willing to compromise, especially time. Some homeowners will have all the time and ability to handle the build on their own; however, most will want to collaborate and delegate to the expertise of well-chosen team members, especially the designer, general contractor and subcontractors.

The process begins with a bit of research—knowing what options are available to you locally, and who you might feel safe entrusting your vision to.

The vision begins with design. If you choose to hire an architect, most will guide the visionary aspect of the build from concept to completion. Most architects also offer a variety of services for home builders to select from. Be sure to discuss clear expectations with your prospective hire.

Another option is to hire a designer, who will likely have different licensure but a comparable level of basic structural design, space planning, detail and proportion as it relates to building a home.

Ask for a designer’s local licensure and insurance policy coverage. Some designers may work for local contractors in a “design/build firm,” which pairs design capability with a general contractor

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and could save you a bit of work on compiling your home building team.

You can learn more about an architect or designer by reviewing their portfolio, reviews and past work. Whoever you select should be able to take on not only exterior design but ensuring the best use of your existing space, including accessibility and functionality.

Check references and prepare to ask the right questions, including how they charge, the specific services they offer, how they implement clients’ input, what should happen to the design if you choose to terminate for any reason before completion of the project, and if the plans they produce will be sufficient to obtain a building permit.

For the build itself, consider hiring a general contractor to oversee the process.

They can manage all aspects of the project, secure key pieces like permits and code inspections, supervise construction and secure the subcontractors who specialize in specific tasks related to the build.

A general contractor will usually charge a flat fee or a percentage of the cost in materials and labor to complete the build— typically 10 to 25 percent.

and insurance. When you find your match, you’ll want to outline your build in a contract that’s mutually agreed upon, including waivers that protect you from any potential retribution from subcontractors.

It truly takes a team to build a home, and the average home takes about 22 subcontractors to build, for components like roofing, electricity, plumbing, carpeting and more.

THE PROCESS BEGINS WITH A BIT OF RESEARCH—KNOWING WHAT OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO YOU LOCALLY, AND WHO YOU MIGHT FEEL SAFE ENTRUSTING YOUR VISION TO.

You’ll also want to feel secure in the contractor’s credibility. A general contractor can build credibility for themselves and their subcontractors by working with some clients year after year, so references and reviews will speak volumes.

Just like your designer, you’ll want to check the contractor’s local licensing

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Depending on the amount of your own time dedicated to invest in the build, you have the option to reduce the need for subcontractors by drawing on your own skill set and finding a few things on your own, such as lighting, fixtures and faucets.

Should you choose to act as your own general contractor and hire subcontractors you need, you have the potential to save thousands. However, good contractors do earn their fee. They’re licensed and trained to estimate costs, and their prior knowledge of local subcontractors, permit offices and suppliers can ensure the best use of your resources. They’ll often have crews who are already well-versed in the construction process.

The amount of time and resources you’ll dedicate to building a home is entirely up to you. No matter how much of the project you’ll want to take on yourself, and how much you plan to delegate, it’s important to do your research when it comes to selecting your teammates in terms of design, construction and conception. Ask questions, check reviews, set expectations, build a team who you can comfortably trust with this major moment in life—and make the most of every step toward your future home.

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OPEN CONCEPT

The penchant for a more open design has been around for a while, and it shows no signs of going anywhere. People prefer an open concept that allows for a more casual feel and relaxed entertaining. Hosts want to interact with their guests or family while in the kitchen, and an open-concept design makes each space in your home feel livable and useful. “There are a few different design styles surfacing on all of the price points of homes,” says Dennis Cunningham from ActiveWest Development and Building in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. “Some result in a simpler design and clean lines.”

Continuity and flow are important in an open concept to make sure each area flows into the next while still preserving its own unique functionality. It’s important to plan ahead how you want your living space to feel and function.

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A major shift is toward more green and sustainable design that cuts energy usage and focuses on sustainable product use and environmentally friendly features. “The biggest changes in the building industry relate to energy in one way or another,” says Brett Marlo DeSantis from Brett Marlo Design Build in Gig Harbor, Washington, which is passionate about smallfootprint healthy home design.

“Green building and living are becoming more mainstream and therefore more achievable. And hopefully with more mainstream culture, increased demand will decrease costs and allow for healthier choices in local stores and more affordability,” she adds.

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Easy maintenance and natural finishes are today’s must haves. Quartz has quickly become one of the most popular countertop choices because of its durability and easy maintenance, unlike its popular predecessor granite.

A popular design choice continues the quartz as a backsplash in place of tile—it maintains continuity and makes for easy cleaning.

Natural wood is making a grand comeback to add texture to kitchens and living spaces. You’ll find it used on range hoods, as accent cabinets in the kitchen to brighten an otherwise white space, or on the center island. It brings warmth to the space and makes it feel more natural and timeless.

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ROAD TRIP PART 2 British Columbia’s Kootenai Rockies and the International Selkirk Loop Story and Photos By Marguerite Cleveland

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ast month our road trip ended in Christina Lake at the lovely Sunflower Inn B&B. The next destination is Rossland and continues with a few days in the Kootenay Rockies before connecting with the International Selkirk Loop, the only multi-national scenic drive in North America. Even doing just a portion of this 280-mile scenic drive is worth it. Gorgeous lakes and rivers with crystalclear water surrounded by towering mountains makes for a beautiful drive. There are also cute little towns and the world’s longest free ferry crossing.

Day 4: Rossland, British Columbia It is just a 60-mile drive from Christina Lake to Rossland, British Columbia, so enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the Sunflower before starting your day. Once you arrive, grab a coffee or other beverage from one of the downtown coffee shops and explore the town. Historic photos sized like a mural line the main street. You can stand by an historic monument and have the same view as one of the photos taken in 1913.

There are a variety of shops and galleries worth taking a peek at.

The Rossland Museum is located on the site of the historic Le Roi Gold Mines. There are 5 acres to explore with mining exhibits located on the grounds. The museum also serves as Rossland’s official visitors' center.

Next head out to the Red Mountain Resort. Plan to do a mountain hike. The Josie Hotel has a jazzy, modern vibe. On-site is the Velvet Restaurant and Lounge, which is kicking out some rather good chow. Executive Chef Marc-Andre Choquette is an Iron Chef alum and the menu is heavy on seasonal, hearty food. For an appetizer that should be called dessert, try the candied bacon. It lives up to the hype. Dine inside with views of the mountain or out on the deck. A great way to spend the afternoon.

Enjoy the scenic drive into Nelson, which is your stop for the night. The Adventure Hotel is a fun place to stay and is geared to those who love the outdoors. It has a bright, modern interior and is centrally located to all there is to see and do in Nelson. After checking in, take a walk

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PERCHED ON THE BANKS OF A BEAUTIFUL LAKE, THE HISTORIC TOWN IS WELL WORTH THE DETOUR WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS EVERYWHERE YOU WALK.

to Baker Street to partake of the restaurants, many with sidewalk seating.

Cantina del Centro is immensely popular with the locals. Fresh Latin American cuisine is served up with 70 varieties of Tequila and Mezcal, as well as beautifully crafted cocktails. The street tacos are memorable with a variety of choices. Choose two or three to make a meal.

Day 5: Nelson Get an early start today so you have time for breakfast and kayaking before checkout time at the hotel. Oso Negro is a great place to start your day. This indoor art gallery and breakfast stop serves up more than 20 different blends of coffee to enjoy with seasonal breakfast options. Eat among the works of talented local artists or outside in the garden.

The Prestige Lakeside Resort is located on the banks of the west arm of Kootenay Lake and offers boat rentals from their dock, which is home to Nelson Paddleboard and Kayak. Rent your watercraft of choice and head out on the lake. Morning hours often have no wind, and the scenery has mountains that come almost to the edge of the lake. Very tranquil.

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After a quick stop at the Adventure Hotel to freshen up and check out, head into town to visit Touchstones Nelson Museum of Arts and History to learn about the town and surrounding areas. A popular hike in the area is to Pulpit Rock for its spectacular views of Nelson Kootenay Lake.

Highly recommended by locals is the little town of Kaslo. It is just north of Ainsworth Hot Springs, your stop for the night, so you will have to double back—but so worth it. The scenic drive along Highway 31 is truly impressive. It is hard to imagine how the road was even built when the mountains run right to the lake. Kaslo is a quaint town that is like a step back in time. Perched on the banks of a beautiful lake, the historic town is well worth the detour with breathtaking views everywhere you walk, cute shops and many choices to grab a meal.

Head back to Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort for the night. The hot springs get crowded, so plan to go in the morning when it is only open for hotel guests. Located near the hotel is the JB Fletcher Store, a museum and local artisan shop. Worth the trek down the hill. The Ktunaxa Grill, the on-site restaurant, has great service, and the indigenous-inspired menu is constructed of fresh, local ingredients. Reservations are a must.

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The Specifics WHERE TO STAY The Adventure Hotel - AdventureHotel.ca Ainsworth Hot Springs - AinsworthHotSprings.com Best Western Plus Kootenai River Inn Casino & Spa KootenaiRiverInn.com WHERE TO EAT The Velvet Restaurant and Lounge - JosieHotel.com Cantina del Centro - CantinadelCentro.com Ktunaxa Restaurant AinsworthHotSprings.com/dining WHAT TO DO Rossland Museum - RosslandMuseum.ca Nelson Paddleboard and Kayak NelsonPaddleboardAndKayak.com Kaslo - VisitKaslo.com International Selkirk Loop - SelkirkLoop.org Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge FWS.gov/refuge/kootenai

Day 6: Bonners Ferry, Idaho First thing in the morning, visit the Ainsworth Hot Springs. It is so nice without all the crowds. The complex includes a pool fed by the spring, a cold plunge pool fed by Munn Creek and a dimly lit cave. It is not for the faint of heart as it is like a dark tunnel.

Have breakfast at the hotel before checking out.

Head to Balfour to catch the Kootenay Lake Ferry to Kootenay Bay. You are now on the International Selkirk Loop. There are no reservations, so check the times and arrive early for the 35-minute ferry crossing. This is the longest free ferry in the world—and one of the most scenic. While you wait there are plenty of shops, restaurants and a bakery at the ferry landing.

Once you arrive in Kootenay Bay, follow Highway 3A south to Bonners Ferry, Idaho. Along the way enjoy the eastern shore of Kootenay Lake.

Stop at Crawford Bay, a unique community of artisans’ studios. As you continue south there are small towns, shops and beaches for photo ops.

Before crossing the border make a detour in Creston to visit two wineries, Skimmerhorn Winery and Vineyard and the Baillie-Grohman Winery, that are thriving in the microclimate of the area.

Cross the border into Idaho and head to Bonners Ferry for the night. The Best Western Plus Kootenai River Inn Casino & Spa is in a great location next to the river and has a pedestrian tunnel to access the downtown area.

There are restaurants on-site, or head through the tunnel to access the visitors’ center and local downtown eating establishments.

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Day 7: Last Day In the morning, head 6 miles east to the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge. There is a visitors’ center with a hike nearby to a waterfall.

Additional hikes are available as well as a 4.5-mile auto tour. There is a good chance you will see moose, elk, deer, or rarer a bear. Birds are abundant including bald eagles and migratory waterfowl. After spending time in the refuge continue to explore the U.S. side of the International Selkirk Loop or head home. You are about a six-hour drive to Seattle, Washington, which is a major airline hub.

An unforgettable family road trip adventure awaits. It’s time to start planning.

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BLACKBERRY AND CHEDDAR CAPRESE WITH FRESH BASIL Recipe & Photo Courtesy of Tina VanDenHeuvel, NTP NHC INGREDIENTS: 1 cup balsamic vinegar 8 oz. white cheddar cheese 24 basil leaves 24 fresh blackberries METHOD: T O P R E PA R E T H E G L A Z E : • In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring vinegar to a boil.

• Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for an additional 15 to 20 minutes or until vinegar has reduced to 1/4 cup.

• Remove from heat and as it cools it will continue to thicken.

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SKEWERS: • Slice cheddar cheese into 24 even squares.

• Using toothpicks, layer the ingredients with the cheddar cheese, a folded basil leaf and follow with a blackberry.

• Line a serving dish with the skewers and drizzle with balsamic glaze right before serving.

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PIZZA FACTORY If you're looking for delicious and fresh pizza in Bonners Ferry, look no further. At Pizza Factory, they proudly serve up delicious calzones, tasty pasta and, of course, pipinghot pizzas, using only the freshest ingredients around.

Sit down, grab a slice (or two, or three) and dig in! Open Sunday-Thursday 11am-9pm, Friday-Saturday 11am10pm. And ... they deliver!

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COMPASS GRILLE Bonners Ferry’s first food truck and Bonners Ferry’s Finest Burger 2019 winner! At Compass Grille, you’ll not only find a delicious variety of perfectly cooked burgers but also tasty wraps, sandwiches and sides. Take-out, curbside and delivery is available. Check out their Facebook page for weekly specials and news. Temp hours: Monday-Saturday 11am-4pm.

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CHIC-N-CHOP At this Bonners Ferry diner, you’ll be treated to wonderful service and an inviting, homey atmosphere where the staff treats you like family. Known for their large portion sizes and customer favorites like the broasted chicken, omelets, pies and more, they’re open Tuesday-Saturday 4:30am-8pm and Sunday 6am-2pm.

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FEIST CREEK RESTAURANT At Feist Creek Restaurant, the delicious smells and warm atmosphere make you feel right at home. Serving lunch and dinner, customer favorites range from their smoked prime rib and 25 oz. rib-eye steak to catfish and hushpuppies, homemade fish and chips, burgers, sandwiches and more.

Full bar, pool table, outdoor seating, fish pond and their own private waterfall make this a destination spot to remember.

You can find them open Wednessday-Monday, noon-9pm.

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BADGER'S DEN CAFE AND LATTE

At Badger's Den Cafe and Latte, you'll be greeted with fast, friendly service with a smile. On the menu you'll find hearty and delicious breakfast and lunch items, a variety of specialty coffee drinks, smoothies and more! In a hurry? There's a driveup window for your convenience. A stop at this restaurant is a must for locals and visitors alike!

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TWO TONES CAFE Two Tones Cafe is a restaurant where guests will enjoy flavors from around the world in dishes made using the freshest ingredients. With menu options ranging from Asian salads and nachos, to unique beef and chicken entrees, burgers, salads and desserts, there's something for everyone! Indoor and patio seating available. Open Monday-Thursday 11am8pm and Friday-Saturday 11am-9pm.

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TAVERN AT THE LODGE Looking to excite your taste buds? Guests will be treated to starters like Escargot and Spanish Shrimp; new lunch offerings to include Lamb and Beef Gyros Kabob and Shoarito Mediterranean Burrito; more than a dozen entrees such as Chicken Piccata, Cioppino and the 12-ounce Ribeye; and a variety of delicious house-made soups and salads. Open for lunch 11:30am-2pm and dinner 5-9pm Thursday-Sunday. Reservations recommended.

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OLD WEST TEXAS BBQ New owners at the Hemlocks Resort will soon be serving up delicious Texas-style barbecue in their updated restaurant.

With a variety of mesquite and hickory-fired meats, grab a tray to enjoy lunch indoors or out on the new pavilion, or come enjoy their full-service steakhouse menu for dinner.

Lunch served from 11am until sold out Tuesday-Saturday, dinner served 5-10pm Friday-Sunday.

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BONNERS FERRY PUPUSERIA Treat yourself to an authentic Salvadoran Pupuseria and Americano comfort food! Serving breakfast and lunch, patrons can choose from a selection of pork, spinach, cheese and bean pupusas, as well as other menu items like steak burritos, egg-drop soup, BLT sandwich, egg scrambles and bagels. Accompany your meal with craft beers, sodas, freshsqueezed orange juice, smoothie, a cup of 100 percent Kona Coffee. Dine in or take out Monday-Friday 11am-6pm.

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MARKET! Bonners Ferry Farmers’ Market is open and ready for business

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LIFE IS SLOWLY RETURNING BACK TO NORMAL, AND THE TIMING COULDN’T BE BETTER, as farmers’ market season has returned to the Inland Northwest.

• Provide adequate sanitation and stipulate how personal items such as masks and gloves shall be worn.

• It is encouraged that employees, vendors and patrons wear face coverings.

Known as one of the oldest farmers markets in the state of Idaho, the Bonners Ferry Farmers’ Market opened for its 2020 season on April 25, with special precautions set in place to keep all in the community—both vendors and shoppers—safe.

Not only does the Bonners Ferry Farmers’ Market offer local growers and craftsmen the opportunity to sell and showcase their goods, it also provides the community a place to come together and interact with one another—at a safe distance of course!

For the time being, there will be just one entrance to the market, and there will be extra space between each booth. Customers are asked to please shop considerately, observing crowd spacing and keeping their distance from the vendors, the products (vendors will be the only ones handling the products) and other market customers. They also ask shoppers to limit the number of attendees per family. A handwashing station will be available on-site and shoppers are encouraged to use it as they enter the market.

The Bonners Ferry Farmers' Market invites the community to join them every Saturday, 8am to 1pm, at City Parking Lot. The market continues all summer long, with the last market of the season to take place Saturday, October 3. For additional information, visit BonnersFerryFarmersMarket.org.

It’s time to get outdoors and shop the market! And be sure to save the date for two upcoming special events at the Bonners Ferry Farmers' Market: June 6 marks its 40th Anniversary Party, followed by Kids' Day on June 27.

Please be sure to follow the current protocols: • Maintain a 6-foot physical distance for patrons and employees.

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JUNE 14 Pennsylvania was the first state to establish Flag Day as a legal holiday back in 1937. Today Flag Day is observed nationwide, though not as a legal holiday. Flag Day is celebrated on June 14 each year to honor the United States flag and to commemorate its adoption of stars and stripes as the official flag of the United States. You can help celebrate by displaying your flag in front of your home or business. June 14 is also the day that the United States Army celebrates its birthday, with 2020 marking 245 years since the U.S. Army as we know it today was founded.

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FATHER'S DAY JUNE 21 Though your traditional Father's Day plans may have been deterred because of current protocols, we are fortunate that Bonners Ferry is home to so many adventures! Now that businesses have opened back up, make reservations to treat Dad to a meal at a local restaurant of his choice or purchase a gift certificate to one of his favorite local stores or shops to pick out a gift of his liking! And as the great outdoors abound, you can always opt to get in a weekend fishing or camping trip. It's not so much how you spend Father's Day, but who you spend it with. Help make this a Father's Day Dad will remember for years to come.

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9B ARENACROSS JUNE 27 2020 marks the third year of the 9B Arenacross in Bonners Ferry, and as of press time, planning was still underway for the event, with the date scheduled for June 27 at the Boundary County Fairgrounds (pending Stage 4 requirements). From 6 to 9pm, with gates opening at 5pm, this is a fun and entertaining evening of motocross racing for the entire family, as some of the region's top racers will be competing for a combined total of more than $10,000 in cash and prizes. Tickets to attend are priced $10 to $15. To stay up to date on the event details, including a possible date change, visit 9BArenacross.com or search 9B Arenacross on Facebook.

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