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CELEBRATING MOTHERS! THEY ARE OUR NURTURERS, our cheerleaders and in all probability the ones who love us most and truly unconditionally.

Over the years, the role of mothers has changed, but one constant has remained— they are the ones who would do anything for us. Have you ever seen a quiet, reserved mother when someone messes with her child? They can become a different person in an instant.

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Yes, it can be exhausting. But I bet if you ask any mom, she will likely say she wouldn’t trade it for anything.

been harsh words that have separated you or geographical distance that makes it difficult to see one another, Mother’s Day is a perfect time to reach out and express your gratitude for all she has done.

Also, think about those in your life who have been like a mother to you. Whether it’s a grandmother, aunt or family friend, those women who have shaped us into who we are should all be celebrated and acknowledged.

Maybe they don’t even know the difference they have made in your life. Pick up the phone, give them a call and tell them, “Thank you.” It is the greatest Mother’s Day gift of all.

A happy Mother’s Day to all the moms for the selfless giving you do each and every day!

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Contents The Davies Real Estate Team

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Good News

Boundary County's Deeply Rooted Farmer.

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Living Local

A Coalition for Good.

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Essentials

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Financial Focus

Paint vs. Stain: Which is better for interior finishes?

Diversify your investments... but consolidate your providers.

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Nature Awaits your NEXT move!

Life & Community

30 Health & Lifestyle Tips and informational articles about living a healthy, active lifestyle.

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Redesign Your Life

Invest in Yourself.

Calling ALL Law Enforcement and Firefighter's!

We want to "Thank You" for keeping our town safe.

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Caring for the community.

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Athlete of the Month

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Travel & Leisure

Prepping for the ultimate summer road trip.

Read about our local highlighted athlete and celebrate our youth!

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Eat local! Recipes and where to dine!

In Focus

Trust Me. Wear Your Helmet.

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Business Spotlight

Yoders Market: A blessing to the community.

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Dining Guide

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Calendar of great local events, music and shows.

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LOVE FOR FARMING LEADS TO LEADERSHIP IDAHO AGRICULTURE PROGRAM

BY ALISON HENSLEE. PHOTOS BY CASSIE OLSON.

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t’s always enjoyable to talk to someone who is really passionate about what they do for a living, especially when it’s a big piece of their family history. Erik Olson, a fourth-generation Boundary County farmer, is one of those people and recently, he turned his love for the family farm into an even more integral part of his life by participating in the Leadership Idaho Agriculture program.

Leadership Idaho Agriculture (LIA) is a premier leadership development program geared to cultivate leaders in Idaho’s largest industry— agriculture. The program offers intensive training to enhance and grow leadership qualities, developing advocates for agriculture and rural settings, encouraging participants to serve as spokespersons promoting agriculture into future generations. The program only takes 30 students at a time who commit to four one-week sessions from November through February, each in a different location: Moscow, Pocatello, Twin Falls and Boise. They also had homework to do and speeches to write during their off time. The Boise session included an alumni gala/fundraiser where Erik brought along items from local businesses such as North Idaho Energy Logs, Farm to Market Grains and North Idaho Ironworks to represent Bonners Ferry in the silent auction. The gala raised over $125,000, which is used for scholarships, program operation and other special events.

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Erik had one word to explain why he took the LIA training: “Education.”

He is already well-versed in many areas of farming but wanted the extra skills taught in the LIA course to become a more proficient speaker. His goal is to speak more eloquently so he can help educate people on the whole story of agriculture, dispel myths and promote the positive side of the industry that he loves and works in and that provides for his family and community.

For 21 years, Erik has worked with his father and uncle, Bob and Gary Olson, farming 3,000 acres north of Copeland where they grow a variety of crops: wheat, barley, canola, garbanzo beans, peas and alfalfa. The farm originally belonged to Erik’s Great-Aunt Ennis, who outlived two farmer husbands. Erik’s grandfather traveled from Minnesota to help with harvest before relocating here to work and eventually take the farm over. The rest, as they say, is history, with each generation planting their roots a little deeper in the rich valley soil.

Erik primarily manages the crop planning and sales, as well as helping with the myriad of other duties that are always pressing on a farm! In his free time, he and wife, Cassie, spend time with their five children, enjoying extended family and life in Boundary County while exploring other parts of the country as time allows. Cassie was instrumental in encouraging

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Erik to take the LIA course and supportive of him during the duration. It wasn’t an easy ride for them; the farm’s shop was damaged extensively by fire and he and Cassie became foster parents to a newborn baby boy during Erik’s first LIA session. Circumstances that might overwhelm other people, Erik met with true Idaho farmer stoicism: “There’s not much you can do to change what comes at you sometimes, so you might as well just deal with it,” he said. “And life goes on.”

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Erik was recognized at graduation for his dedication to the program during such trying circumstances. He also received a better surprise in Boise: Cassie and the children drove down to attend his graduation ceremony, celebrating his accomplishment with great pride.

The program offers intensive training to enhance and grow leadership qualities Along with all of his other hats, Erik serves on the Idaho Grain Producers Association board and is a member of the Crop Residue Burning Panel. He serves as an associate on the Idaho Association of Soil Conservation board and, since taking the class, he’s been asked to serve on the Idaho Oilseed Commission.

Erik enjoys speaking to local fourth graders during Valley View’s agriculture study week, sharing about all the different crops grown in Boundary County, where they are sent after harvest and how they are used. He shows them a tractor (loaned by Cal Russell at Boundary Tractor), giving children an opportunity to, in his words, “bounce around on and learn how a tractor really works!” This a program that he hopes will expand to all local elementary schools.

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When asked why he lives, works and raises his family in Boundary County, Erik replied, “I love where I live. Farming is in my blood, and I wouldn’t know what to do if I didn’t have it. Raising kids in a small community such as ours is not appreciated as it should be. I think the kids coming out of small communities have a better understanding of how the real world works. If I can contribute to my kids in any way, that is it. I hope our kids will come to appreciate it as I do.”

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his question can be asked for many interior items that could be painted or stained. Window and door trim, baseboards, interior doors and, most importantly, the cabinetry.

Your kitchen cabinets are showpieces in your home. They are one of the first things people notice, so picking the right finish and color is important. It sets the tone for your whole house. So, what are the pros and cons of each?

Paint The pros of using a painted cabinet is that it offers a sleek finish and allows you more color choices. You can go several ways, but more often than not, people choose shades of white. The classic all-white kitchen is timeless. You can

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change your linens and dishes any time you want to add pops of color, but the white stays your consistent neutral, always looking clean and bright.

Trendy paints right now are shades of grays and most recently blue. Bold blues are being used for entire kitchens or just highlighted as islands or bar areas. I’ve done both ways, and paired with white, they are really quite striking.

In general, painted cabinets bring a sleek, clean finish to any room. If you aren’t a fan of wood graining or texture and prefer a smooth, flawless finish, painted cabinets are the right choice for you.

Cons of painted cabinetry are that they are usually 10- to 15-percent more expensive than stained cabinet

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options. They are harder to touch up because manufactures spray the paint on to give even coverage. So, when you try to brush or dab on touch-up paint, it shows. If you’ve ever tried to touch up paint on a wall, you know how difficult it can be to blend the paint to get the same coverage, even sheen, and make it look like it was part of the original finish.

Stain The pros of stained cabinetry are that you get to see the beauty of wood, it’s much easier to touch-up and usually costs less than paint.

Stains don’t cover up the wood graining and texture. Because stain is thinner than paint, it is absorbed into the surface of the wood, enhancing the grain.

When there’s a ding or worn area on the cabinetry, touch-up stains, crayons or markers can be used. Since each piece of wood accepts stain differently anyway, your cabinetry already has a multitude of dark and light areas, so even if the touch-up isn’t an exact match, most likely, you won’t notice it was even touched up.

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A con of stains is that it can’t cover up or change the appearance of the wood. You can’t take a blemished or cheap piece of wood and use stain to cover that up. As with any natural product, it will accept stain differently, so no two pieces will be uniform in color. If you want cabinetry that is consistent in color, you should choose either a dark stain so it covers more of those areas evenly or you should choose a maplewood species so it has less wood graining and is less busy.

Your kitchen cabinets are showpieces in your home. They are one of the first things people notice, so picking the right finish and color is important.

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ou have probably heard that diversification is a key to investment success. So, you might think that if diversifying your investments is a good idea, it might also be wise to diversify your investment providers— after all, aren’t two (or more) heads better than one?

Before we look at that issue, let’s consider the first half of the “diversification” question— namely, how does diversifying your investment portfolio help you?

Consider the two broadest categories of investments: stocks and bonds. Stock prices will move up and down in response to many different factors, including good or bad corporate earnings, corporate management issues, political developments and even natural disasters. Bond prices are not immune to these dynamics, but they are usually more strongly driven by changes in interest rates.

To illustrate: If your existing bond pays 2-percent interest, and new bonds are being issued at 3 percent, the value of your bond will fall, because no one will pay you full price for it. (Of course, it may not matter to you anyway, especially if you planned to hold your bond until maturity, at which point you can expect to get your full investment back, providing the bond issuer doesn’t default.)

Here’s the key point: Stocks and bonds often move in different directions. If you only own U.S. stocks, you could take a big hit during a market downturn, but if you own domestic and international stocks, bonds, government securities, certificates of deposit and other types of investments, your portfolio may be better protected against market volatility, and you’ll have more opportunities for positive results. (Keep in mind, though, that even a diversified portfolio can’t prevent all losses or guarantee profits.)

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Actually, some good reasons exist to consider consolidating all your investment accounts with one provider. For one thing, you’ll keep better track of your assets. Many people do misplace or forget about some of their savings and investments, but this will be far less likely to happen to you if you hold all your accounts in one place.

Also, if you have accounts with several different financial service providers, you might be incurring a lot of paperwork—and many fees. You can cut down on clutter and expense by consolidating your accounts.

But most important, by placing all your accounts with a single provider, possibly under the supervision of a single financial advisor, you will find it much easier to follow a single, unified investment strategy, based on your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. You won’t get conflicting advice, and you’ll receive clear guidance on important issues, such as the amounts you can afford to withdraw each year from your retirement accounts once you do retire.

Diversification and consolidation—one is good for building an investment portfolio, while the other can help you invest more efficiently and effectively. Put the two concepts together, and make them work for you.

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t’s back and has something for the entire family! The Boundary Community Hospital Health Fair is set for Saturday, May 12, from 9am to noon. With more than 60 vendors and exhibits and on-site health screenings, you can’t afford to miss this!

For a community of our size, we are surely blessed to have such amazing medical services available. This is a perfect opportunity to educate yourself about those services and learn more about your options when it comes to your and your family’s health.

Some of the exhibit areas at this year’s event will include a mountain-trail safety clinic that will provide mountain-trail safety tips; how one can be prepared for an emergency, providing information on starting the conversation about advance directives; and one that the kids are sure to enjoy— time-sensitive emergencies, which will feature the Life Flight Network medical transport helicopter and the Boundary ambulance. Be sure to be there

by 9:30am as that is when the Life Flight helicopter plans to land!

To start off the morning, there is a great opportunity to get out and enjoy the spring weather with a 3k, 5k or 10k Family Fun Run / Walk—something in which the entire family can participate.

Registration for this is free and begins on May 1. One can either visit the website BoundaryCommunityHospital.org or stop in at Outpatient Services to pick up a form. If you choose to register the day of the event, that will begin at 7am next to the helipad on Kaniksu Street, with the event beginning at 8am. The first 70 people to register will receive a free T-shirt. There will also be T-shirts available to purchase the day of the event.

Don’t miss out! Mark your calendars and make it a day of fun!

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This is a perfect opportunity to educate yourself about those services and learn more about your options when it comes to your and your family’s health.

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"we want everyone who can to participate. You do not have to be a club member.”

There will be awards given for a variety of categories including the top vehicles, a “hard luck” award for vehicles that have broken down, a distance award for the person who traveled the furthest, and a participation award for the car club that has the most participants.

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veryone remembers his or her first car. Whether it was a brand new car off the showroom floor or an older vehicle with a lot of miles, we took pride in knowing it was ours. For some, that love of cars never goes away. And whether you are a diehard enthusiast or just enjoy seeing some of the classics, the Borders 3 Jamboree Car Show is a fun event for the young and old and everyone in between.

This year’s show will take place on June 2 in Downtown Bonners Ferry and is again hosted by the Rod Benders Car Club. The club was formed 19 years ago and is known to many car enthusiasts around the area and beyond.

In fact, last year, CruZin’ Magazine came to Bonners Ferry to cover the event and recently published an article about it in April.

One of the organizers of the event, Ken Yount, said the event will have something for

everyone. There will be a cruise on Friday, June 1, followed by a Fun Run. “We will meet at the City Parking Lot at 5:30 and depart at 6,” said Yount. “And we want everyone who can to participate. You do not have to be a club member.”

If you want to get a close-up look at the cars, head to Downtown Bonners Ferry on Saturday.

You can register in the morning, and the cost is only $25. Awards will be presented at 3pm by Bonners Ferry’s Distinguished Young Women.

The first car show back in 2000 was held on the front lawn of the Bonners Ferry High School and had about 48 cars. But this year Yount said they anticipate about 250 cars, and while they have to keep some routes clear for emergency vehicles, most of downtown will be taken over by classic cars. “Every year we worry about overflow, but we still have room to grow a bit,” said Yount.

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This year there will also be the Don and Judy James Memorial Award. The two were longtime members of the Rod Benders Car Club and both passed away. Their family will be there to choose the winner of the special award.

“Whenever we have people pass away, we like to showcase their cars and present an award in their memory,” said Yount, who adds it is a special way to honor their friends who have passed.

The local car club hosts the event and showcases their cars, but they never enter them to be judged. “A good host would never win their own awards,” said Yount, who encourages the entire community to come out and join the fun. “It’s a great downtown party.”

If you are interested in learning more about the Rod Benders Car Club, join them the second Wednesday of each month at 5:30pm at the Chic ‘N Chop Restaurant.

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BY PATTY HUTCHENS Joe Swanson is a senior at Bonners Ferry High School, and his dedication to athletics and academics has brought success for him in both areas.

When it comes to track, Joe especially enjoys the field events. “I love the long jump, and it helps to have a supportive coach, team and fellow competitors,” he said.

“I enjoy sports, particularly soccer and track,” said Joe, who has also maintained a 4.0 GPA. “I love long jumping and hope to beat the school record by the end of the season.”

Joe will attend Utah State University in the fall where he will be in the trade program studying technology and taking courses to become a diesel mechanic. “I enjoy working with my hands and fixing equipment,” said Joe, who also enjoys woodworking.

Joe shares that he has struggled with back problems, but that has not stopped him from pursuing the sports he loves. “The biggest thing that helps is to push through and keep fighting. Although it still hurts, it is a good accomplishment knowing I gave everything I could,” said Joe. He is especially proud of how he was able to push through his pain at districts for track and made it to state competition.

Being an athlete has taught Joe many life lessons, one of which is that hard work will pay off. “Always give your best effort in everything,” said Joe. “If you work hard, it will pay off in the end, and you will know you gave your best effort.”

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BONNERS FERRY IN FOCUS TRUST ME. WEAR YOUR HELMET. A TRUE TALE OF MOUNTAIN TRAIL SAFETY

BY STACEY DEAN, RN, BOUNDARY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL ACUTE CARE PHOTOS COURTESY OF STACEY DEAN

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iving in the Idaho Panhandle, we are blessed with the opportunity to seek out many different adventures in these mountains. One of these adventures is mountain biking. I personally have been mountain biking for over 30 years and started off as an off-road bike racer in the state of Wisconsin. I have raced and biked on some of the toughest trails in the United States and have had my share of crashes as well as spectacular journeys!

It was a simple bike ride home on Katka Road that changed my life in a blink of an eye. In fact, that day it was going to be such a quick ride home I considered not even wearing my helmet! Can you believe that? Ever have that thought?

However, when it comes to safety, I will attest that I may have earned the badge of honor to address tips for those venturing out on their bikes.

As bad as the crash was it could have been so much worse if that helmet wouldn't have been on my head.

I didn't want to be the poster child, but it has given me the opportunity to share and show people the importance of how quickly life can change and how safety really does matter!!

By God's grace I did wear the helmet for that "quick" bike ride, which ended me up on the pavement of the road praying that I wouldn't get run over before someone saw me!

That day I was traveling along when I got to the section of the ride where Kootenai Trail inclines. My bike started picking up speed, and that's when a stick suddenly jammed into the front spoke. Not even a second was able to pass as I flew over the handlebars, slamming

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my face (yep, I said face, specifically my mouth and teeth ... crunch!) into the road and then proceeded to flip head-over-heels backward as I heard the other "crunch" of my helmet.

That "crunch" of the helmet saved my life, for if I hadn’t been wearing it, I would have surely sustained a fractured skull. The impact was that hard!

When I woke up I had a broken neck and many other substantial injuries, but the bottom line was, I woke up!

That's why when we address bike safety we always start off with the fact that no matter how short your trip, no matter how hot a day it is or how lazy you feel like being, you need to wear that bike helmet.

So since I am the poster child now of bike safety, let’s talk about some real things you

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need to implement to make your ride a safer ride!

Bike Helmet – Using high-tech, high-impact materials, bike helmets are designed to maximize airflow to keep you cool and reduce drag. They come with adjustable sizing features, chin straps and comfortable internal padding. They are your essential life line! Do not get on a bike without wearing one! There are specific helmets for the road, mountain and even downhill full face helmets. Stick with brand names and always make sure you have the proper fit!

Clothing – Clothing matters as it’s there for two purposes: protection and comfort. I rode with a person who laughed at me when I arrived wearing padded bike shorts. However, at the end of the more than 30-mile ride, that person was asking me where to buy a pair. From everything to the proper shorts to gloves, it matters!

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• Bike shorts. Protect your bum! Chafing, comfort and added protection—who could go wrong? Today there are all styles that can fit any taste when it comes to padded bike shorts.

• Gloves. Bikers wear gloves for added grip control, protection, sweat control in summer and warmth in the winter. And, the extra bonus is you can use it as a nose wipe in the winter and a sweat wipe in the summer! Yuck?

Not really. It works!

• Body armor. No, you really don’t need to suit up with elbow pads and knee pads every time you hit the trail. But if you are serious and doing some extreme biking (and here in Idaho we do have some awesome extreme rides), it probably isn’t a bad idea to wear some!

• And finally, what about your shoes? Running shoes or a pair of logging boots just won’t cut it! For safety, efficiency and good riding technique, a pair of bike-specific shoes is a must!

Bike Maintenance – Always—and I mean always—check your bike from head to tail to ensure everything is in working order.

Check tire pressures, gears, chains and brakes.

Remember, off-road riding will rock and rattle your bike and loosen things quickly. It only takes a minute to double check everything

before hitting the trail.

Know the Trail and Know Your Ability – Sounds like a no brainer? How many times have you gone out to do a trail and half way into the ride you figured out you weren't going to make it to the end? Longer than you thought?

More difficult than you had imagined? Scout and research local trails before you go. Know your limits and know your fitness level. And remember, there is no shame in hiking instead of biking it on sections you find are above your skill level.

Don’t Go Alone! I know it can be hard to find people to bike with sometimes. Sandpoint has a road bike group called 9b. If you ask around here in Bonners Ferry, there are some people who meet at Brush Lake and do rides. Biking alone is always risky. However, if you must, remember to make sure someone knows where you are and your estimated time off the trail.

Plan on a time to call them when you are done.

Also be prepared if you do crash. If you go alone and there is no cell coverage in that area, maybe choose another trail for the day that has cell coverage. Be smart!

Basic First Aid – Learn some basic first-aid skills and carry some basic first-aid supplies with you. Sunburn, bites, fatigue, dehydration, bruises, scrapes and sprains—be prepared for

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any or all.

Use Common Sense – Check the weather, dress accordingly, have the right supplies, carry a pack if necessary and if it doesn't feel right, don’t go!

Trust me, I have many “been there, done that” stories, and for the most part they may be entertaining, but at the time, it wasn't very fun.

Unfortunately, it all came down to poor choices and poor preparation.

We learn and live, but make sure we are alive to do it!

Good Biking!

Stacey Dean is a Registered Nurse in the Acute Care Unit at Boundary Community Hospital.

Stacey will be a featured speaker at the Mountain Trail Safety Clinic at the Boundary Community Hospital Health Fair on May 12, 9am to noon.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

More than a store;

a blessing to the community

YODER'S MARKET

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56 Plato Drive Bonners Ferry, Idaho 83805 208.267.9607 yoders1@frontier.com Website coming soon; like them on Facebook for updates Facebook.com/ YodersDiscountGrocery

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or more than seven years, owners and husband-and-wife team Henry and Verna Yoder have been treating those in Bonners Ferry and the surrounding communities specialty foods combined with wonderful service—and friendship.

Serving North Idaho, Eastern Washington, Western Montana and British Columbia with surplus groceries at a discounted price, Yoder’s Market offers fresh produce, deli sandwiches with homemade bread, house-made salads, breakfast burritos, homemade sausage gravy and biscuits, cinnamon rolls, their famous cream sticks and much more.

Home to the largest deli in the area, customers are treated to the highest quality and best prices with more than 80 varieties of meat and cheese from Ohio’s Amish Country, all sliced to your order. Looking for a deli tray for a party? They will help you build and design it! With Yoder’s Deli Rewards program, for every 15 pounds of meat or cheese you purchase, you get a free pound of your choice!

With the warmer sunny days fast approaching, Yoder’s Market is the perfect stop for Glacier ice cream cones, shakes, cups or take-home quarts, with 12 flavors to choose from. While there, you can also shop Huckleberry products, souvenirs, Leanin’ Tree Cards and reading and sun glasses.

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Family owned and operated, what makes Yoder's unique is their exceptional and friendly customer service to all who walk through their door. They take business to the next level because Henry and Verna believe in the importance of building relationships with those they serve.

“Our customers are not just another customer but a human being with a heart and soul,” says Henry. “We care about the people in our community.

We feel love and compassion for all who come through the door and we pray for our customers and employees on a regular basis.”

Henry notes that while some people come in to shop, others come in because they need a listening ear. “We all hit tough times in our life and together we make a strong community. It's about helping each other.” He adds that he finds it truly rewarding to see the families and individuals they serve excited about all the food they can purchase for a low price, or when people ask Henry and Verna to pray for them and they come back with a testimony.

When it comes to the success of their business, the Yoders are strong in their belief that God is the one behind their accomplishments. They credit their employees as well and are proud of what they contribute to the business and the customers they serve each day. Lastly, Henry acknowledges the immense community support they have received over

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the years.

“The people in the community speak so much blessing and life into our business that we believe it creates an atmosphere of success. We feel we are being rewarded from the community for the service that we provide to the community,” says Henry. “These days people are looking for family structure, affordable groceries and someone who cares; we promote all of those.”

Henry and Verna grew up in Ohio as Traditional Amish, driving horse and buggy for transportation, living with no phone or electricity, milking cows by hand, farming with horses and more. The couple moved to North Idaho in January 2003 when they became born-again Christians. “[We] felt God wanted us to move West to Bonners Ferry,” Henry says.

In addition to owning Yoder’s Market, Henry is a pastor and president of the Boundary County Ministerial Association, which is comprised of 16 different denominations who work together to ‘Exalt God and Serve People.’ As he says, “It is so exciting to see different churches being able to work together to serve our community.”

Henry and Verna invite you to shop at Yoder's Market, where you'll enter as a customer and leave as a friend.

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A COALITION

FOR GOOD The Boundary County Community Coalition for Fa milies

BY COLIN ANDERSON

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here are good people doing the right things each and every day. Simple things like holding the door open for someone walking into an office or business, stopping to let people across a crosswalk, helping a neighbor shovel a path to their home or just spending a few quality moments with family. Helping out a friend, family member or neighbor with these simple tasks can brighten days and also make you feel good. But what happens when the need becomes truly great? Feeding the hungry, ending homelessness, making sure kids go to school healthy and ready to learn. These all seem like battles we cannot hope to win, but for many across Boundary County, these are battles they are prepared to fight all throughout the year.

For more than two decades, the Boundary County Community Coalition for Families (CCFF) has come together to brainstorm and implement ways to improve the lives of those who might be struggling across the area.

“It’s a place where different services and groups get together and interact, and a good place to be to help accomplish great things in Bonners Ferry,” explained Gini Woodward. Woodward has been involved with the coalition for many years including the last few as board secretary. Having been involved in various community programs and nonprofits over the

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years, joining the CCFF has helped her network with other like-minded residents who create multiple programs that serve the community.

Boundary County Community Coalition for Families meets the first Friday of each month at 7:30am at the Chic ‘n Chop. The meeting usually begins with a program of community interest, followed by attendee announcements, committee reports and a short business meeting.

“Attendance usually varies from 15 to 25 people, and by 9am people slip away to their various roles in the community,” said Woodward.

The group brings together volunteers, nonprofit leaders, state agencies and other community members so they can network, learn from one another and identify pressing needs in the community. Unlike many 501c3 nonprofits, CCFF is not run by grants and large donations and, in fact, there are no dues to be a member. The group is non denomination and has no political alliance either. “The only requirement is to have an interest in bettering our community,” said Woodward.

The mission of the organization is “to promote a cooperative climate for volunteer groups and professional agencies to work together and advocate for the betterment of residents of all ages and all cultures in Boundary County.” There have been dozens of projects and points of

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emphasis over the years, but recently the group was finding many residents having a hard time with affordable housing and keeping a roof over their head. One challenge the CCFF found was the amount of pride many residents have in not wanting to ask for help. “People, before asking for any assistance at all, are living in uninhabitable situations,” said Woodward. “To find those people and get them the assistance they need is very rewarding.”

Through the monthly networking meetings, members found that rents are continuing to rise, and there is a lack of low-income and transitional housing across the county. When people have a life-altering situation such as an illness, death in the family or sudden loss of employment, they can often not afford their rent or moving expenses. CCFF was able to secure grants from The Idaho Community Foundation, Inland Northwest Community Foundation Equinox fund and the Region 1 Behavioral Health Board for the group’s emergency housing committee. Since August 1, 2017, the funds have helped prevent homelessness for 41 individuals and families in Boundary County. The one-time aid for unexpected circumstances is for up to $300 to cover moving in costs and other assistance. One renter lost a trailer when it burned to the ground, and the group was able to cover several nights in a motel before the landlord brought in another home for the renter. “The goal is to provide that assistance before people become homeless,” explained Woodward.

Another unfortunate reality facing the county is the homeless or near-

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LIVING LOCAL homeless teen population. The Coalition’s partnership with the Phoenix program helps provide personal care kits to kids across all schools. Teens and adolescents are provided with soap and shampoo, deodorant and other personal-care products discreetly. These packages are available at the food bank and inside the schools.

Ideas brought up during coalition meetings often lead to actions and even spurn new organizations and nonprofits. One such example is Victim’s Advocate Care, which was presented as a need to the coalition. Members took the idea under their wing and eventually created the independent organization. “The coalition is a testing ground,” said Woodward. “We have open discussions, and if someone brings something up, often another person with a passion for that topic will start it up and the group will provide additional support.”

help,” said Woodward. “Our communities will be better if we can just continue to help each other out.”

You’ll find the Boundary County Community Coalition for Families with a booth at the upcoming Health Fair and at the County Fair. You are also invited to join them for breakfast or a cup of coffee Friday, May 4, or any first Friday thereafter. Each month, a new speaker presents and anyone with ideas, upcoming events or fundraisers or feedback is welcomed to speak in the casual setting.

“It’s the beauty of our small town,” said Woodward. “You can call someone and explain what’s going on and people will come together and share ideas, which helps us make sure all areas of the community are covered.”

While not everyone makes it to each meeting, the group currently has about 70 active members, making for a great networking environment in helping find the right persons and organizations to match an individual’s needs. If members in the community are approached about a friend or neighbor who is struggling, a quick email is often all it takes to find the right local support.

If you sense a need in your community but don’t feel you can take it on yourself, stop by the meeting or get in touch with the coalition. Lives are being improved every day through generous people in the community, and if you have an interest in bettering your community, you can be a part of something truly special, too.

A recent survey completed by the Panhandle Health District found that housing, drug and alcohol addiction, mental health and suicide prevention are all top issues that North Idaho is currently facing. While these issues are difficult for many to address, the coalition discusses them openly. “These are underlying problems that we tend to turn our heads away from, but no matter what, there are always people that need

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“People, before asking for any uninhabitable situations,” said Woodward. “To find those people and get them the assistance they need is very rewarding.”

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HEALTH & LIFESTYLE

Stop Chewing Up Your Pillows Channel your energy in a positive way

By Kenny Markwardt, CSCS, Owner, CrossFit Sandpoint BEFORE YOU SIT DOWN TO WRITE ME HATE MAIL, let me tell you what I mean. If you’ve ever owned a dog, you know that if that dog doesn’t get exercise or “work,” it gets destructive and misbehaves. If you leave a dog inside all day without any activity and nowhere to run, undoubtedly that dog will find something to destroy, ingest or bury.

And who can blame them? Dogs are remarkably intelligent and are generally quite physically capable. When those two things aren’t indulged appropriately, they’re going to find a way to do it inappropriately.

“OK, great observation, Mr. Detective. ‘Don’t leave your dog inside all day.

We got it.’ Thanks for the column.”

But wait, how much does that parallel your own existence?

When left idle, without a constructive problem to solve or without an activity to engage in, do you find destructive things to participate in? Have you ever found yourself creating problems or situations that either weren’t there or didn’t seem to hold any merit once you encountered an actual problem or burnt off some pent-up energy? If so, you are most definitely not alone. When we don’t have an outlet, we revert to our inner canine and go a little crazy.

Sometimes just noticing the reason for your destructive behavior is enough to rein it in a little, back off the ledge and take yourself for a walk, a run or a workout. Most of the time, it’s about stopping it before it starts.

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This is best achieved by getting yourself on a regular routine of physical activity. This can be going to a gym, but it doesn’t have to be. It should, however, be something that expends enough energy to both tire your body and is difficult enough that it gives your brain a problem to solve.

As an owner of a CrossFit gym, I know firsthand how a physically demanding, intense workout can take your mind off of any other problems that are going on in life. When you have to suffer a little to finish, it’s almost impossible to worry about anything else but the task in front of you.

Now, your workout certainly doesn’t have to be CrossFit, but it should be enough that you aren’t able to get up, play on your phone or dwell on other matters in your life. Now that the sun is starting to come out, going running, hiking, paddling or swimming are fantastic options that exist outside of a traditional gym.

The beautiful and often most important part of the whole process is that when you’re finished, you’re relaxed because both your brain and body have been exercised and know they’ve been put to good use.

So what’s the takeaway?

If you’re feeling stressed, irritable or cranky, go do something physical or find something productive to channel your energy into. Even better than waiting until you feel that way is to find something to do to stay ahead of it. Keep your relationships, your sanity and your pillows safe from your unused energy.

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Your Life

Do something each day to bring you happiness.

By Andrea Johnson

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hen considering your life, it’s important to ask yourself for whom you’re living. Is it for you or for other people? If you’re not prioritizing things like self-care and creating time for yourself, you’re just sabotaging your potential. Your ideal life isn’t necessarily the realization of all your dreams, such as unending happiness and immense wealth. Instead, it’s you making the most of what you’re capable of. By redesigning your life, you can realize the importance of putting yourself first.

Be the best version of yourself. It is essential that you understand that putting yourself first does not mean you neglect others. This is not a matter of selfishness or irresponsibility. If you want to be a good person to other people, you need to be a good person to yourself first.

Think of it like money. Most financial advisors will tell you to pay yourself first. Set some money aside in a savings account before paying all your bills. Similarly, if you take time for self-care, you will have more energy when it comes time to care for others—and you will be happier when doing so.

There’s no one way to care for yourself. You need to be aware of all your needs, from work and home obligations to physical and mental needs. In any given situation, you need to think about what you can do to make things easier for yourself. Here are some examples to help you get started.

Make Lists - You might feel like there’s so much to take care of that you can’t possibly take time for you. If there are all kinds of thoughts jumbled up inside your mind, it’s time to let them out. Make lists as much as possible. These can be both long and short term. For the long term, you can make a list of goals like making sure you and your spouse have one date night a month, saving up for a down payment on a house or saving up for a nice family vacation. Shortterm lists can be for chores and errands that need to get done before the end of the week and taking an hour each night to read that book that has been gathering dust on your nightstand. You can use task management and productivity apps that help you easily write and consolidate these lists.

Take Breaks - If the only place for “break” in your vocabulary is working at a breakneck pace, you need to unwind. You might think that you are working smarter by working harder. However, you’re just going to exhaust yourself. Make sure that you are taking breaks on a regular basis. You can try the Pomodoro method of productivity, where you work for 25 minutes at a time, with short breaks in between each session. You don’t want to let yourself work nonstop until you inevitably hit a wall.

Get Help - The reason you’re feeling so constantly exhausted might be due to taking on too much at once. If you’re able to get help, you should speak up. For instance, you might be doing nearly all the chores in your house. Ask your spouse and kids to pitch in, reminding them that the more they help the more time you will have to spend with one another.

Don’t Procrastinate - Self care isn’t about avoiding obligations; it’s about handling them properly for the benefit of your future self.

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Procrastination is often done out of fear. We believe that a project is so daunting that we try to comfort ourselves by avoiding it. However, we just end up hurting ourselves when we’re nearing the due date.

Save yourself from stress by starting projects early. Even if it seems insignificant, it will be worth it.

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Wake Up Early - You can start your day off on a much better note by getting up earlier. While your bed might be hard to resist getting out of, waking up early can be conducive to a brighter and more energetic you.

You can also accomplish so much more. Give yourself a routine that makes your mornings something to look forward to. You can try yoga, meditation, going for a short walk, reading a chapter from a captivating novel and more. Best of all, you can know that you’re starting your day by focusing on yourself.

Speak Up - Part of redesigning your life means having more confidence.

If there’s something you don’t like that someone keeps doing to you, let him or her know. If your boss is giving you too much work and preventing you from spending time with your family, try to negotiate with him or her. If your best friend is being insensitive about your personal struggles, tell them. You should also be willing to cut relationships with people who are toxic toward you. Setting boundaries can be very liberating!

Learn To Say No - Being agreeable is fine, but you shouldn’t be a pushover. If you say yes to every request, you’re going to find yourself overwhelmed. It might make you feel guilty to tell people you can’t do something for them. However, you simply can’t do everything for everyone. If you know that you won’t be able to accomplish something, tell them you can’t in as polite but firm of a manner as possible.

Cut Back On Technology - How much do you find yourself sucked in by the hypnotic spell of your smartphone, scrolling endlessly through social media? You’re not going to feel proud of yourself when you look back on your life and see how much of it was wasted. Restrict your usage of your phone and computer whenever possible. Use this time to appreciate things like nature, the company of others or just your own thoughts.

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Making A House A Design your home to reflect your personality

By Lindy Peterson

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our home should be the place in which you feel the most comfortable; a place where you can totally relax and be surrounded by things that make you feel calm and happy.

To ensure this, you want to make sure that your home reflects the person you are. When someone walks into your house, they should get a feel of who you are at heart. With that being said, there is no wrong way to style your home as long as it a reflection of you and makes you feel at peace.

Why is it important to do this? When your home reflects you, it makes it much more enjoyable to be in. Why live in a place decorated for others instead of you and your family?

If it doesn’t feel like “home” something is not right. After all, home is much more than just a place to stay; it is where your heart is.

As long as the style of your home feels right for you, there is no specific way that it needs to be done. While it may seem easy, some people really struggle to design their home in a way that they like. Thankfully, there are a few tips that can make the entire process easier. Here, we will help you to learn exactly how to make your home a reflection of you.

Here is how to make it happen.

Since the exterior of your home is not easy or inexpensive to change, you should start with the interior design. Choosing colors is the first step to making your home a reflection of your personality. The colors should be ones that you enjoy looking at and also ones that create a calming mood. Choose paint colors that transition well from room to room. Have some fun and check out shades in different light, as the colors can change depending on the time of day and location in the room.

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Psychologists have spent a great deal of time studying the effect that certain colors have on our mood. As it turns out, colors can drastically change our mood and sway it in a certain direction. Long story short, you should pick colors that will improve your mood. There are lots of resources and ideas online. Check them out for some inspiration!

After you have spent enough time choosing colors, it is time to work on the rest of the interior design of your home. One important idea is to make sure you make it unique. This doesn’t necessarily mean that it has to contain exclusive items; they just shouldn’t be similar to the average home. When your home is filled with unique items that have special meaning to you, it becomes more personal because you know that it is original to your space. Consider putting up little pictures or designs on the walls. These objects don’t have to be the center of attention or big in size. The little things can be very powerful and help you personalize your home. Make sure to consider color combinations to ensure that these little items will match your overall color scheme.

Furniture is one of the biggest investments and plays a big role in the comfort of your home. While furniture needs to match your color combinations, more importantly, it needs to be comfortable.

Picking out pieces doesn’t always need to consist of purchasing brand new, expensive items. There are a lot of repurposed pieces that have great quality at a much cheaper price. Additionally, repurposed pieces allow you to have more customization. Something that many homeowners do is purchase their own fabric and re-upholster their furniture. Doing so allows you to have more control for mixing textures or colors. In the end, the pieces will better reflect your personality.

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Another great idea for personalizing your home is to customize the flooring. While new carpet and hardwood floors are appealing, they are not very affordable. Throw rugs are a great, stylish and affordable option and can be interchanged on a more regular basis than replacing actual flooring. They are often very trendy and can allow you a more personal touch to your floors.

An additional way to make your home more of a reflection of you is to incorporate your favorite hobbies. A lot of people have an interest or something that they enjoy doing during their down time. Whatever it is, be it drawing, cooking or reading, try to incorporate that into the design of your home. While this may seem confusing, it can actually be quite simple. For example, if you love reading, consider adding a new bookshelf to your home. Or, if drawing is your passion, hang up some of your artwork or create new pieces that match the current scheme of your home. Whatever your favorite pastime is, most likely there is a way to include it in the design of your home. This simple trick can make your home feel even more personalized.

Hopefully this provides you with a few ideas on how to make your home a reflection of your personality. None of the steps mentioned in this article are going to work for everyone when it comes to personalizing your home. What you should understand is that your home should feel comfortable no matter what it takes. Before you begin the process, plan out exactly what you want to do. Creating a well thought-out plan can help you understand how to make it happen while staying within your budget.

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merica is a country built upon the foundation of hard work.

It’s in our blood. In less than 250 years, a toddler compared to other countries, we have built a nation whose decisions and actions shape the course of the entire globe from business to the environment, sports and entertainment. None of this is achieved without long hours, huge commitments and an incessant drive to always do better. Rarely does this work come without loads of stress. Stress is something we all want less of in our lives, but through our daily commitments to work, family and friends, temporary reliefs can be few and far between.

There are countless studies done on the effects of stress on the human body with almost all concluding that we need to learn to let go of the things weighing us down.

One of the simplest things we can do for a temporary stress release is to just be outside.

Absorbing sunshine helps our bodies produce vitamin D naturally, which helps maintain healthy bones and teeth, the immune system, lungs and cardiovascular system. That beach vacation you’re always dreaming about is the body’s way of telling you it needs that sunshine.

Even on a cloudy day, take your lunch break outside or walk to a nearby park to relax for a bit in the middle of the day. A midday jog or other outdoor exercise can help you recharge for a productive afternoon and recover from a stressful morning.

As we’ve adapted to a world revolving around constant screen time and needing to know information instantly, we’re becoming less conscious of how much time we stare at our devices. Our smartphone is typically the first thing we look at when we wake up and the last thing we look at before we go to sleep.

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Use your vacation time for an actual vacation.

While reducing screen time during the day is a loftier challenge, eliminating it from the start and end to our day is very achievable.

Instead of the alarm on your phone, use an old-fashioned bedside alarm clock to wake up.

Have your phone charging in another room so you aren’t tempted to grab it and start scrolling news, email and social media threads. (Don’t worry. The information will still be there in a few minutes!) This allows you to properly wake up. The same goes at nighttime. You can’t be ‘on the clock’ 24/7, so set time aside at least an hour before bed where the phone or tablet goes

away. Read a book, talk with your spouse or unwind with some music. The blue light from screens keeps our minds active, making it more difficult to fall asleep. And a good night sleep is the best way to eliminate stress.

Finally, use your vacation time for an actual vacation. American’s take some of the fewest vacation days in the world, and too often that time is spent sitting at home or trying to catch up on chores or our ‘to do’ list of projects.

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vacation week comes to a close. Vacations can be far-off destinations or simply long weekends to a nearby lake, town or cabin. What’s important is getting out of your routine, experiencing a new place and gaining perspective on your own life. This is a time to focus on yourself and your family, so make that the top priority; work can wait. A vacation in which you immerse yourself in your surroundings and embrace the quiet and relaxation will help you recharge and be more productive when you go back to your daily routine.

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ummer road trips are the source of lifelong memories. My first travel adventure at age 9 was a marathon crosscountry trip from San Diego, California, to Newport, Rhode Island, in a Pontiac Station Wagon with Mom and Dad, four sisters and a spunky Dachshund aptly named Minnie. Back in the day, with no air conditioning, you had to drive across the desert at night carefully planning out where the gas stations were so you didn’t run out of gas. It was an epic adventure and it spawned my lifelong love of travel. I will never forget my first sight of the Grand Canyon or the vast expanses of Monument Valley. It is rare for a child to want to be an archaeologist, but after my first look at the ancient ruins of Mesa Verde National Park I was hooked.

Over the years I have taken that cross-country trip many times as well as planned numerous road trips with my family.

Here are some tips to make your summer trip a smooth adventure: The Vehicle. Make sure it is serviced and cleaned prior to your trip. Double check everything is running correctly especially the air conditioning and the radiator. These two things are not usually a worry in the Pacific Northwest, but as you get away from the coast in the summer you need to be prepared.

The Snack Box and Cooler. These are critical items for a road trip, especially with teenage boys. Many summer adventures involve outdoor locations that are far from services, and sometimes you can drive for hours without a place to stop.

Popular National Park services are overwhelmed in the summer. Can you picture angling for a parking place and then once inside confronting a line full of cranky, hungry tourists? I always travel with a snack box filled with individually wrapped snacks. I also pack picnic lunch items such as sandwich fixings and a cooler filled with bottled water. I’ll add one soda per person but feel water is a better fit in the summer. Also pack napkins or paper towels, a plastic tablecloth (this can cover a picnic table or used to sit on the ground), wet wipes and some trash bags.

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FOR A WEEKLONG TRIP, SPEND NO MORE THAN EIGHT OR NINE HOURS DRIVING TO YOUR DESTINATION. YOU DON’T WANT TO SPEND YOUR WHOLE TRIP IN THE CAR.

Vehicle Entertainment. You can go the easy route and turn on the DVD player, but the whole goal of a summer road trip is to get away, reconnect and make memories. Consider some classic car games, like find all the 50 states’ license plates or “honk your horn.” This silly game involves trying to get truck drivers to honk their horns. It is extremely inane, but even older children find it fun. I still have my trip journal from when I was a child. Make each child a kit with a notebook, colored pencils (crayons will melt in summer heat), safety scissors and a glue stick so they can make a journal of their trip.

Plan. Really take the time to map out your vacation. Plan your route.

For a weeklong trip, spend no more than eight or nine hours driving to your destination. You don’t want to spend your whole trip in the car.

Know where you are staying. I like to find a base and stay the whole trip while venturing out for day trips. Plan an itinerary and make necessary reservations. Our family still talks about not seeing Alcatraz because they were booked. Follow the plan but don’t be afraid to deviate for a spontaneous activity or stay longer if everyone is having fun. Just about every location has a website now with many offering suggested itineraries.

They are a valuable resource for planning your trip.

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Missoula, Montana Located right off Interstate 90, Missoula makes a great substitute for Yellowstone National Park. The city is surrounded by Big Sky Montana vistas while having all the amenities a city offers. Instead of the tired lodging surrounding Yellowstone National Park, enjoy modern accommodations—many with great views! I love the Comfort Inn University with its mountain and river views. The area is packed with things to do just a short drive from town. We spent a week in Missoula and found something different to do every day of our trip. Visit the National Bison Range and get your fill of wildlife in their natural settings.

We saw more animals on the driving loop around the range than we did at Yellowstone. For history lovers, check out the Fort Missoula Historical Museum and the Garnet Ghost Town. With teenage boys you have to step on the adventure aspect. White water rafting with Montana River Guides, Snow Bowl Ziplining and the Big Sky Breakout Escape Room

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For more information on Missoula, visit DestinationMissoula.org to plan the perfect summer vacation.

Port Townsend, Washington Olympic National Park makes a great alternative to more crowded national parks due to its massive footprint. Highway 101 makes a loop about 350 miles around the park and has many fun quirky little towns to stay at. One of my favorites is Port Townsend with its beautiful Victorian architecture. Make your base at the Chevy Chase Beach Cabins. This historic resort has welcomed families since 1897, and the owners can trace many visitors back several generations. Located just out of town with majestic views of Discovery Bay, you won’t want to leave. Port Townsend offers all the amenities of a waterfront town. A foodie lover’s paradise, many restaurants are known for their farm-to-table bounty utilizing the local produce, meat and seafood. Enjoy the local beaches

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with kayaks or stand-up paddleboards. Check out Orcas in their natural habitat on a whale-watching tour. Make sure to take some time to visit Fort Worden. In addition to its historic nature as a fort, the property has been transformed into a cultural center of lifelong learning. Multiple museums are on the site, and movie buffs will recognize the location for many of the scenes in the movie “An Officer and a Gentleman.” Once you’ve had your fill of Port Townsend, head out for day trips in Olympic National Park. A bit more than an hour drive will have you at the top of Hurricane Ridge. Picture the beginning scenes of the movie “The Sound of Music” with Maria running across alpine meadows. The winding drive up is not for the faint of heart but is truly breathtaking.

For more information on Port Townsend and to find all it has in store for you during your stay, visit EnjoyPT.com.

It’s not too late to plan your own summer adventure, but don’t wait too long. Warm weather is just around the corner, and school will be out before you know it! So hit the road for your vacation and make some memories that will last a lifetime.

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Northwest Spring Crepe

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MAKES 8 CREPES SERVES 4 ENTREES OR 8 APPETIZERS Crepe Batter

Ingredients:

Spring is here and with it brings fresh, new, long-awaited ingredients for our kitchens. This is the time to get out to your local garden (otherwise known as “the woods”) and grab some truly local produce. For this recipe we will be using fiddlehead ferns and morel mushrooms.

Fiddleheads are the new sprouts of the Ostrich fern and are easy to find. Morels are a tasty spring mushroom that is a little trickier to find. There are good books on the identification of both or if you are not the foraging type, you can substitute asparagus and any mushroom of your choice. These crepes are a light spring appetizer but still savory enough to complement any cold, rainy day.

• 2 large eggs • 1 1/4 cups whole milk • 1 cup flour • 1 tbsp. butter, melted

method: • Place all ingredients in a blender and blend for 10 seconds.

• Heat a 10-inch non-stick pan to medium.

• Spray pan with non-stick cooking spray or rub with butter using a paper towel to absorb excess.

• Pour a 1/4 cup of batter into the pan and swirl the pan to get a thin even coat. Cook for about 20 to 30 seconds until top starts to look dry, or until crepe releases and is slightly browned on bottom.

• Lift crepe with a rubber spatula to flip or flip with the pan if you are feeling “chefy.” Cook on other side about 10 seconds.

Crepe FILLING

Ingredients: • 1/4 stick butter • 1 lb. fiddleheads (rinse, boil in salted water for 5 minutes, chill) • 1/2 lb. morels sliced into rings • 8 garlic cloves, minced • 1/4 cup dry white wine • 1 cup heavy cream • 1 package any flavor Boursin cheese (5.2 oz. or make your own: 1 part room-temp. cream cheese to 1/2 part room-temp. butter, minced garlic, dried herbs, food processor, boom!)

• 1 egg yolk • 1 tbsp. tarragon, chopped • Salt and pepper to taste

method: • Preheat oven to 350°F. • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook butter until it starts to become brown in color. This will create a deep caramel flavor.

• Add fiddleheads and morels and sauté about 3 minutes or until fiddleheads start to turn a light brown.

• Turn down heat to medium, add garlic, sauté for 1 minute then deglaze by adding the wine. Let wine reduce until almost gone.

(around 3 minutes).

• Crumble in cheese and stir. Add egg yolk and tarragon and simmer until thick.

• Season to taste and let cool for 5 minutes or until cool enough to touch.

• Spoon mixture (about 1/2 cup) onto one crepe, roll crepe or fold like a diaper.

Repeat with all crepes.

• Place on a lightly buttered sheet pan and bake in oven for 8-10 minutes.

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• Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.

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KOOTENAI RIVER BREWING COMPANY Kootenai River Brewing Company is your family friendly neighborhood restaurant and brewpub. You’ll always find 10 beers on tap, all made in house and from Northwest ingredients. Enjoy burgers, fish and chips, and other great choices for lunch and dinner in the comfortable restaurant or on the outdoor patio. Open daily at 11am with live music every Friday.

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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 roasted chicken, omelets, pies and more, they’re open Tuesday through Saturday 4:30am to 8pm and Sunday 6am to 2pm.

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Mugsy's Tavern and Grill Known as the "Cheers" of North Idaho, at Mugsy’s, you’ll enjoy the best burgers—and best company—around!

Paired with the biggest tap selection in all of Boundary County, daily specials, full bar and outdoor patio seating, it’s time to dine and imbibe at Mugsy’s. The incredible, caring and professional staff complements the experience.

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WILD HORSE MERCANTILE & SALOON Located north of Bonners Ferry on Highway 95 to Eastport, Wild Horse is well worth the drive for their outstanding food, friendly service and cozy atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday 11:30am to 8pm and for breakfast Saturday and Sunday 8am to noon, you'll be treated to delicious food and a staff who truly cares about serving their customers the best.

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Bonners Ferry Farmers Market is a community tradition The snow is nearly gone, temperatures are on the rise and our days are getting longer. It is a sure sign that spring has arrived. And with the arrival of spring comes the long-awaited start to the Bonners Ferry Farmers Market. With opening day on April 28, vendors are anxiously getting ready for the busy season, something they have been doing for decades.

Known as one of the oldest farmers markets in Idaho, the Bonners Ferry Farmers Market began in 1980 and was initially known as the Boundary County Farmers Market. Located at the fairgrounds for a few years, the market was then moved to the current location at the City Parking Lot, making it more convenient for not only vendors but customers as well.

And while many may think “fresh fruits and vegetables” when it comes to a farmers market, in Bonners Ferry there is much more. With an average of 30 vendors at each market, there are a variety of other things to choose from. In addition to the fresh fruits and vegetables, there is handspun yarn, basketry, lawn furniture, hand soaps, herbal vinegars and spices and much more.

Not only does the Bonners Ferry Farmers Market offer an opportunity for local growers and craftsmen to sell and showcase the products of their work, it also provides the community a place to come together and interact with one another.

Whether it’s fresh flowers, jewelry or fresh produce you are looking for, there are these and much more at the Bonners Ferry Farmers Market each Saturday at the City Parking Lot from 8am to 1pm. Come and enjoy speaking to the vendors, meeting up with friends and supporting our local farmers, food producers and artisans.

See you at the market!

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Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club presents its 71st annual Spring Derby, which will take place April 28 through May 6 on Lake Pend Oreille. Come one, come all, for a great time and a chance at an incredible prize package! $50 entry fee for adults and $20 entry fee for juniors ages 14 to 17, free for youths through age 13. For more information, email president@lpoic.org or visit LPOIC.org.

Join The Pearl Theater for an evening of entertainment with Panhandle Polecats Bluegrass, a traditional, original bluegrass family band. The show starts at 7pm with the doors opening at 6pm. Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 at the door and $5 for students.

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Held at UI Extension, 6447 Kootenai (behind the Courthouse), session may be indoors or outdoors, depending on the weather. To register, call 208.267.3235. Cost is $10.

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Looking for a chance to volunteer and wondering where to start? Backstage at The Pearl Theater is your answer. The second Thursday of each month, 5:30 to 7pm, The Pearl Theater hosts its monthly volunteer night that includes theater tours and interactive brainstorming. All are welcome to bring your ideas! ThePearlTheater.org

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Held 9am to noon, this is an excellent opportunity to visit the hospital, take advantage of free tests, visit with local health vendors, talk with local emergency services and support local healthrelated nonprofit organizations. This year there will be a special area with Time Sensitive Emergency exhibits featuring trauma, stroke and heart attack.

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The 25th North Idaho Veterans Stand Down At Kootenai County Fairgrounds in Coeur d’Alene 8am-2pm, this is a day of appreciation for veterans, where they will have the opportunity to meet with VA health-care and benefits reps and employers with job openings. They will be accepting applications and interviewing candidates.

Breakfast & lunch will be served. Contact Eric Swanbeck, veteran services coordinator at St. Vincent de Paul, at 208.664.3095 or eric@ stvincentdepaulcda.org. StVincentdePaulCdA.org

Memorial Day Parade

Bring your family and join the community at the Boundary County Fairgrounds for the annual Memorial Day Parade, starting at 9:30am. Take the time to remember and honor all of those who have died in active military service.

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RIVERSID AUTO CENTER, MONTANA JOE JENSEN 406.291.3838 Sales Associate

TIM MAIER 208.659.1565 Sales Manager

ED FRANCK 208.267.3100 Service Manager

See us for your next vehicle purchase With the largest inventory in Boundary County and access to over 40,000 vehicles in our network, we can find the right car for you!

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