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TABLE OF CONTENTS 14 Essentials

The latest tips and trends.

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21 Life & Community Great local events and stories.

22 Good News

Pathfinder Initiative working toward housing solutions for the community.

26 Coeur d’Alene In Focus The Liquid Limo delivers it all.

34 Hometown Experts The best local businesses.

21 36 Health & Lifestyle

Tips and informational articles about living a healthy, active lifestyle.

43 Heroes Helping Heroes Law Enforcement Exploring Program.

52 Travel & Leisure Canada’s little desert oasis.

56 Food & Drink

Discover Coeur d’Alene’s tastiest destinations.

62 Arts & Entertainment

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In a perfect world, your contractor would provide you with a list of items that you are responsible for picking out. However, most of them work with various trades and will send you into that store to pick out your materials, so that list is not necessary.

They do this because we work with these contractors on a continual basis. This means we know their budgets, we know their expectations in product quality, and we know what they need us to do. For example, when a homeowner is sent in to our showroom, we help them select cabinets, countertops, doors, windows, trim, hardware, flooring materials, shower doors and window coverings. These are all items that require lead times and installation coordination with the builder.

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FIGURE OUT WHAT YOU NEED

It makes it pretty easy for you to walk into a showroom, select what you like and then be able to walk out. On the back end of that, we work diligently with your contractor to come up with a design, provide drawings and budgets, the ordering process, receive product and make sure it’s the correct color and wasn’t damaged in shipping. We then coordinate delivery and even installation by our professionals.

However, if you need help with this process or don’t have a contractor who utilizes trade services like this, you may need assistance on what you need to be doing.

You need to ask specific questions when you are first meeting with a contractor or potential contractor. Ask about timeframe, such as when the contractor could start, how long the anticipated work will take, what you should expect during construction, and then most importantly what decisions you are responsible for making along the way. Make a clear distinction of what you need to be doing versus what your contractor will be doing.

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In most new construction or remodels, you will be responsible for picking out the following: • Cabinetry – species, color, door style • Countertops – stone, quartz, solid surface, laminate • Sinks and faucets – material, style, color • Flooring – tile, vinyl, hardwood, carpet • Tile – showers, flooring, backsplash • Trim profile, species, and color • Interior and exterior doors • Finish colors of hardware for hinges, etc.

• Windows – color, operating style, material • Wall texture and paint color • Window coverings – style, fabric, operating systems • Shower doors – glass selection, operating system, frame type • Any glass selections, such as mirrors or decorative cabinet glass • Door and cabinet hardware – finish, material, style • Light fixtures – finish, style The contractor will then coordinate correct sizes, rough-ins and installation of these items, and most offer their opinion when you ask, but ultimately, it’s your house and your decision on the finishes you put in it. If you need help coordinating these finishes, you can hire an interior designer or gather a group of your friends for a second opinion.

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ESSENTIALS

HOT “DAWG” PAWS PROTECTING YOUR PET

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C H E C K T H E PAV E M E N T

HOW OFTEN DOES THE AVERAGE HUMAN think about pavement? Asphalt? Unless they are shoeless or work with cement, almost never!

Below are some questions to ponder before continuing your walk: 1. Is your pet limping or refusing to walk?

2. Is your pet licking or chewing the feet?

3. Are the pads darker in color? Any blisters?

4. Are there missing pad pieces on your pet?

Most people are aware that foot pads can be injured by stepping on a sharp object, but what about something hot? Humans almost always have more than a pad between their feet and the pavement. Dog’s pads just aren’t tough enough to withstand hot cement, metal or tar-coated asphalt which conduct the heat of the sun. Surface temperature and the outdoor temperature are two very different things. When the outside air temperature is 77 degrees, sun-baked asphalt is almost double. If an egg can fry at 131 degrees, imagine how a canine feels as he/she is dragged along to the farmers market! Granted, these surfaces are difficult to avoid in the summer. But just how hot are your doggie’s pads?

The best prevention against an injured pad is to check the pavement with the back of your hand for 10 seconds before your journey. If it is too uncomfortable to leave it in place, you have your answer!

Another interesting thing to remember is that when your canine is swimming for awhile, pads soften up and are even more vulnerable to surface damage.

After a suspected or obvious burn, it is important to keep the foot area cool and clean. As soon as you notice the problem, flush with cool water and apply a cold compress if available.

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Dog’s pads just aren’t tough enough to withstand hot cement, metal or tar-coated asphalt which conduct the heat of the sun.

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A dog’s normal temperature ranges between 100 to 102 degrees; anything higher than 104.5 is a true emergency.

Here’s a fact to consider: On a relatively cool 70-degree day, the temperature within a vehicle may increase by an average of 40 degrees within one hour regardless of outside temperature (Stanford University Medical Center study). Bottom line: We can’t be too careful with our animal (and human!) companions.

Symptoms include panting, restlessness, salivating and staggering.

As hyperthermia progresses, the gums may look purple or blue tinged.

Pets are often very distressed. Severe hyperthermia affects nearly every cell in the body. Organs that are too hot (higher than 105 degrees) can actually become jello-like and literally melt down. Blood in the urine is a life threatening sign.

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LIFE & COMMUNITY HEART AND SOUL

ART ON THE GREEN NEARING 50 Festival enters 49th year and still expanding. By Colin Anderson

FOR THOSE WHO ATTEND ART ON THE GREEN each year, it’s not shocking that the event continues to grow and evolve year after year.

With the beautiful park setting at North Idaho College and adjacent to Lake Coeur d’Alene and downtown, it’s no surprise that it’s grown to be one of the most popular art shows in the Northwest. Vendors and art fans flock in from all around to see what fun and unique creations will be on display. Art on the Green 2017 will be held August 4, 5 and 6, and the amount of things to see and do will amaze you.

As you meander through the grounds, you’ll be treated to live music with a variety of artists playing almost continually on both the North and South stages throughout the weekend. Pop, folk, classical piano, rhythm, jazz and Celtic music will all be heard this season. Adults can also enjoy some liquid art by dropping by the beer garden that features brews, wines and hard ciders from local craft creators. By picking up lunch or a snack at one of the food booths run by Art on the Green volunteers, you are helping out the festival as proceeds go toward bringing these great musicians in to perform.

Many come to stroll from booth to booth, finding unique works of metal and wood, photos and paintings of our beautiful surroundings, and to meet and chat with talented artists from all around the region.

Others might come just for the entertainment, which this year includes blacksmithing demonstrations each day, watching sand castle artists put up an amazing display and fun projects for kids to get hands-on with.

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Pathfinder Initiative working toward housing solutions for the community

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By Jani Gonzalez

HOMES FOR ALL IN NEED THE PATHFINDER INITIATIVE IN COEUR D’ALENE PROPOSES BUILDING 22 CABINS THAT ARE 8 FEET BY 12 FEET ON A HALF ACRE WITH A COMMUNITY BATHROOM, KITCHEN AND GARDEN.

THERE’S A HOUSING CRISIS in many cities, including Coeur d’Alene, with emergency housing, and there is an increasing population of citizens in dire need of safe housing while they rebuild their lives. For those in our city, Gar Mickelson is their voice.

temporary housing in Coeur d’Alene.

“There are not a lot of options for homeless individuals,” Mickelson, the director of Kaleidoscope Community Services, said in a recent interview.

There’s a huge stigma behind the term “homelessness.” Many of us think of an individual who’s made certain poor decisions.

The reality is that many families, particularly single mothers with young children, are the ones struggling for housing for various reasons, be it an abusive relationship, problems with substance abuse or poverty.

Mickelson is spearheading the Pathfinder Initiative, a task force comprised of community members, to provide temporary housing in the form of a tiny-house village. Kaleidoscope Community Services is a non-profit he founded to address the needs of homeless individuals in the city. It provides a place where they can receive services and a meal. With the formation of the Pathfinder Initiative, Mickelson is taking his advocacy a step further to address the lack

“I wanted to bring together a group of people who’ve served the homeless, indigent and underserved,” he said. “We’re tired of just talking.”

Homelessness is increasing in our state. State studies show an increase from 2015 to 2016, which rose to 2,247 individuals. Of those, 307 were families totaling 979 individuals. Of the adult population, 267 of them were veterans.

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In Coeur d’Alene, exact numbers are difficult to determine since some individuals don’t want to be counted. Others are the “invisible homeless,” living temporarily in various homes of friends and relatives. Mickelson estimates that there are between 100 and 150 people “sleeping rough” among the elements, and many more are in unstable homes.

“In School District 271 for 2015-16, there were 406 students considered homeless. Of those, half were in grades K through six,” Mickelson said. “In our community, we don’t have places to stabilize people to help them move forward in life.”

In Coeur d’Alene, emergency housing is only provided by St. Vincent’s de Paul, Michelson explained, and they only have 24 beds total (12 for men, 12 for women). There are some warming centers, but because services are based on the weather, many individuals are

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left sleeping rough. Additionally, there are no places to camp legally, and sleeping in one’s car is not allowed. The help is simply not there.

“It’s an expensive solution because there’s no relationship, stability or assessment as to what their needs are to take steps for individuals to move forward,” he said.

The Pathfinder Initiative Tiny House Village: A viable pilot program

Currently, Mickelson said he’s received support from the city but that there is much to resolve in terms of the legalities and permits necessary because of the uniqueness of the program.

Mickelson is following a similar program started in Seattle called the Low Cost Housing Institute, which has built several tiny home villages with the support of the city.

A model tiny home

“In Seattle … it’s critical there. There are a lot of rogue encampments that are not safe and are eyesores. It’s a state of emergency there,” he said.

The Pathfinder Initiative’s tiny-home model was built by students studying Carpentry and Construction Technology at North Idaho College. It was built last summer over just three days. Matt Piekarski, Carpentry and Construction Technology instructor for NIC, led the project. He got involved after he was approached by the mother of one of his students about it.

Tiny homes have gained popularity as a simple and sustainable lifestyle.

In Seattle, they have proven to be an affordable way to create housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. The villages are maintained by volunteers and faith-based groups.

Temporary housing is the first step, then assessing their needs and helping them re-enter the community. The Pathfinder Initiative in Coeur d’Alene proposes building 22 cabins that are 8 feet by 12 feet on a halfacre with a community bathroom, kitchen and garden. Individuals and families would be referred from various community organizations, such as Family Promise and schools. They would live in the village until they could afford their own home. Residents would receive services but also serve in the village and community at large. A big part of stabilizing a person is by restoring their self-worth.

“It’s been a great community effort from my standpoint and for NIC teaching career skills,” Piekarski said. “Part of NIC’s mission is community engagement, and this gave students skills in layout and framing on a small scale.”

“We need to have things that people can do to establish their dignity and get out of the hopelessness and depression [of their situation],” Mickelson said.

“I definitely would like to be involved in building more for Gar,” he said.

Without appropriate housing and services, many homeless individuals seek medical care in emergency rooms or receive motel vouchers from churches. Local churches bear the brunt of housing services, offering up $50,000 per year.

One of the first steps the community can take in creating solutions for homelessness is to become educated on the subject. This fall, Mickelson will take the tiny house model on tour in the area as part of an awareness campaign. For more information, visit KaleidoscopeCS.org.

The NIC carpentry program is frequently approached to do community projects. The project was built from materials donated or purchased at a discount by the Pathfinder Initiative and took 10 students three days to build last August.

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“This is a great opportunity to make a difference,” Mickelson said.

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THE SOUTH END OF LAKE Pend Oreille is spectacularly beautiful. Sheer cliffs line the shore, and from just about any vantage point on the water you are given a 360-degree view on unparalleled scenery. Because of its remoteness and rugged terrain, very few homes are found along the shoreline. Once you set off from Bayview, it doesn’t take but a few minutes until you feel almost alone on the lake. There are, however, communities in small tucked-away pockets and bays. Some are a handful of homes while others are at most a couple dozen. These include places like Lakeview and Cedar Creek. A run into town for residents here is an all-day journey as they have only narrow dirt roads going to and from their homes, almost all of which are snowed in come winter. Many have come to rely on the generosity of one man and his liquid limo.

Captain Wes Jones is the most recent waterway mailman servicing these lakefront communities, something that’s been done for around 100 years. Each morning, he picks up mail that needs delivering and carts it down to his 22-foot Duckworth boat he’s dubbed ‘The Liquid Limo.’ Wes is in his fourth year

delivering the mail, but it’s just his second year out on his own. He purchased the boat from the previous owner and worked out a contract with the mail service. But it’s much more than mail Wes delivers to the homeowners who’ve become friends.

As we make the route this day, our first stop is Lakeview, where the mailboxes can be found inside a shed next to the public boat launch.

Just a few letters and Amazon package left here. We head next to Cedar Creek to put a newspaper inside a dock-mounted box and to drop off a letter to another neighbor. He is sporting a large beard and work clothes, pistol on one hip and knife on the other. A fiveminute conversation is held, and it’s on to the next spot. Mrs. Williams has lived in her home since 1952. Wes brings her mail, loaves of bread and a couple of extra treats. “People can put in orders at the ‘Merc’ [a Bayview grocer] and I’ll deliver what they need to them when I’m on the route,” explained Wes. The mail route takes approximately two hours with some extra time to chat. Despite the beautiful open-air office, the route can be

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a bit lonely, and Captain Wes always enjoys having company on board. This lead Wes to the realization that there are a lot of goods and people that need transportation in the area and his liquid limo was the perfect boat to do it. This past month, Wes left his job as security at the Bayview Naval Acoustic Research Detachment to focus on his burgeoning business—The Bayview Shuttle. “I thought how many more summers could a wait to start a tour business, and decided I just hafta go for it,” said Wes. Wes recently received his captain’s license, has the insurance and all the other documents in place and is ready for guests. The Liquid Limo can accommodate up to six adults on each trip.

The interior is covered so even on rainy days or windy waters you will stay dry. The 90-minute morning trips follow Captain Wes on his mail route, which includes stops in Kilroy Bay, Whiskey Rock Campground, Cedar Creek, Granite Creek, Pine Cove and Lakeview. He also brings guests up close to the famous rock slides where it’s not uncommon to spot a few mountain goats.

The Bayview shuttle also offers pickup/drop-off services to a couple of remote camping areas.

Whiskey Rock campground is a popular spot for boaters to stop during the summer. It’s accessible by road but is a long and bumpy ride from Highway 95. For $20 a person, Captain

Wes will load up all the camping gear for you, drop you at the campsites, and pick you up and take you back to Bayview whichever morning you decide. “If you forget something, I can pick it up at the Merc and run it out to you as well,” said Wes. Wes is also partnering with owners of the recently opened Gold Creek Lodge. Located just outside of Lakeview, the lodge was once called the Happy Hermit and came with a rather storied reputation as a place to do and act however you want. It closed when a fire destroyed it but was purchased by David McCahill, an avid dirt biker who’s been riding the forest-service trails surrounding the area for years. McCahill, along with friend and manager Bascomb Palmer, have created a Mecca in the middle of the Idaho wilderness, and in the short time the lodge has been opened, many of the top Endurocross athletes in the world have found their way here and into the hundreds of miles of backcountry trails.

The lodge features nine brand new rooms, and the grounds will soon also contain six fullservice RV sites and 10 permitted campsites.

To keep traffic to a minimum, the Bayview shuttle will take guests to the lodge from

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Bayview instead of having them take the long windy gravel road in from the highway. Wes is also planning on making the lodge a stop for lunch during daytime cruises or dinner during sunset cruises on the lake. The restaurant was built in 2010 and has a full menu along with beer and wine.

Captain Wes has always worked for someone else: the Naval Detachment, security at Las Vegas hotels or putting up to 5,000 miles a week truck driving. He is excited to be taking on the entrepreneurial spirit and creating his own business while sharing the beautiful surroundings he calls home with others.

“I’m a little nervous but probably twice as excited to see how things go this summer,” said Wes. Whether it’s a relaxing summer night cruise, Eagle watching in the winter or an overnight stay at a remote campsite or lodge, Captain Wes and his Liquid Limo can get you there safely and with incredible views as a great bonus. For more information or to schedule a trip, call 208.819.0151 or check out the Bayview Shuttle on Facebook.

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JULIE VETTER MOVED TO Coeur d’Alene 13 years ago from Phoenix, Arizona. With a desire to live where she enjoyed to vacation, she was called to this beautiful mountain lake town. An avid outdoor and sports enthusiast, she has brought her passion and love of water to those young and old.

Owner of Northwest Extreme Sports in Coeur d’Alene, Julie is making life a bit more exciting for locals and visitors alike. Julie is no stranger to the array of watersports that are available in Coeur d’Alene, but she had noticed a recreational water sport that was lacking and decided to fill that niche.

Prior to 2015, the sport of hydroboarding was not yet offered in the Coeur d’Alene area. “I had tried this sport, and I realized if I can do it, anyone can do it!” she says. It was her love of the outdoors and water that helped inspire her to open Northwest Extreme Sports. She knew that her customers would enjoy the sport as much as she did and wanted to make hydroboarding easily accessible to the community. And that is exactly what she has done.

“The feeling of flying is so exhilarating! There is nothing else like it,” says Julie. “As far as

At Northwest Extreme Sports, Julie provides her customers customized mobile hydroboard services. You specify the location, while she provides the equipment and gear to participate.

It’s that simple! And you can also purchase products and parts for all your hydroboard needs. And … Northwest Extreme Sports can now be found operating Saturdays at the Dover Bay Marina and Resort for on-the-spot flights to resort residents, visitors and the public.

Julie’s No. 1 focus is safety, and at Northwest Extreme Sports, they are licensed, bonded and insured. Right behind the importance of safety is offering her customers a truly memorable experience.

When it comes to what she finds most rewarding in her line of work, Julie says it’s the fun that she is able to offer her customers. “I love sharing the fun of this sport and watching people overcome their fears.”

Julie attributes her success to her faith and her family. “Without my faith in God and support and help from my family, none of this would be possible. A special thanks to my son, Ryan Caples!”

She adds: “My parents instilled in me some important Christian values such as graciousness, honor and respect with a dose of ambitious drive, how to be resilient despite the odds and to always give back. Without those values, I would not be able to run this business.”

When not busy working, you will find Julie playing outdoors year round, sun, rain or snow! And she always enjoys sitting back and reading a good book. In addition, she believes in giving back to the community in which she lives whenever the opportunity presents itself.

“I have participated in several silent auctions for organizations such as Step Up for Downs Syndrome, Timberlake High School Swim Team and The Oaks Academy,” she says.

“This year, we also sponsored the Single Dad’s Outreach event at Heart of the City Church. We are always interested in charitable functions.”

If you’re looking for something fun and different to try this summer, call Julie at Northwest Extreme Sports. She’ll help you plan an unforgettable experience out on the water that you won’t soon forget.

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For the last 27 years, the Northwest Hospital Alliance, previously known as the North Idaho Rural Health Consortium, has worked together for the benefit of the five northern counties—Bonner, Boundary, Benewah, Kootenai and Shoshone. ”The guiding principle behind the Alliance is that it makes more sense to work collaboratively rather than competing against each other,” said Sheryl Rickard, the CEO of Bonner General Health in Sandpoint.

Rickard and the CEOs from the other four hospitals—Boundary Community Hospital, Benewah Community Hospital, Kootenai Health and Shoshone Medical Center—make up the board of the Northwest Hospital Alliance.

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Furthermore, they have brought to their hospital staff educational opportunities that include trauma, coding and documentation, and rehab continuing education.

“We have also been able to reduce cost by participating in group purchasing,” said Rickard, who cites Meditech conversion, medical-waste joint pricing and MDStaff physician credentialing software as some examples.

But it is not just the CEOs who meet. Each hospital has specific departments that also collaborate on a less regular basis than that of the CEOs, who meet monthly. Rickard shares that some of the Peer Groups who meet include CFOs, nurse managers, facility directors, emergency management coordinators, human resource directors, information systems directors, laboratory directors, quality/performance improvement directors, rehabilitation directors, community development directors and credentialing specialists.

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“We are all committed to remain independent hospitals, recognizing that there are things that we can do together to ensure that independence,” said Rickard. “We are a hospital alliance.”

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Caryl Johnston, director of the Northwest Hospital Alliance, agrees. “Collaboration through these peer groups creates an environment of trust and communication,” said Johnston. “The peer groups provide a great resource for those at all the hospitals and allow those in similar roles to come together and share ideas.”

Benefiting the community.

Johnston said because of the education that happens in these peer groups, a patient who is transported to Kootenai Health may even be able to bypass the emergency room and go straight to surgery or wherever they may need treatment. “The smaller hospitals know how to prep and transport the patient. This saves time, and time often dictates outcomes,” said Johnston.

One of the goals of the Alliance is for individuals to be able to stay in their own community for their health-care needs.

The members of the Alliance have had a longstanding agreement to not advertise in one another’s counties unless that county does not provide the services advertised.

One significant advantage of the collaboration is that all of the hospitals, with the exception of Shoshone Medical Center, share the same electronic medical record.

Sharing a medical record electronically becomes extremely important in critical situations. Rickard said that there are many examples of when this saved the life of a patient. “When patients come into Bonner General Health and need to be transferred to a higher level of service, the receiving hospital is able to pull up all the records online and have a plan in place before the patient arrives,” she said.

The costs associated with implementing electronic medical records is very steep, so the fact they can share in those costs makes it feasible for each of the hospitals to afford them.

With almost three decades of history, the Northwest Hospital Alliance is a model for other rural hospitals seeking to share costs and collaborate their resources. “We are very unique,” said Rickard.

Johnston said that the Alliance’s goal is to benefit each of the communities in the five northern counties. “It’s really about patient-centered care,” she said. “If a patient needs a higher level of care than the smaller communities can provide, Kootenai Health can provide those services. But we know it is best for the patients to return home and to their own communities so we can assist in that transition as well.”

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“If it weren’t for the relationships formed through the Alliance, we would not have Kootenai Cancer Services [at Bonner General Health],” said Rickard.

The fact that Bonner General Health, through Kootenai Cancer Services, can provide services that include chemotherapy is a great benefit to those battling cancer. The commitment of time and resources—and of course a patient’s limited energy—it takes to travel to Coeur d’Alene can be overwhelming.

“The establishment of Kootenai Cancer Services in Sandpoint all came from the relationship we have built with Kootenai Health over the years through the Alliance,” said Rickard.

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For nearly three decades, the Alliance has collaborated to bring medical services that do not exist in most rural communities to the people of North Idaho.

“If each of the [rural] hospitals is healthy, then Kootenai Health will also be healthier,” said Rickard. “The smaller hospitals can take care of those in their own communities.”

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CONNECTING JOBS WITH JOB SEEKERS NIC SITE LISTS JOBS, INTERNSHIPS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR JOB SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS

BY TOM GREENE

SEARCHING FOR THE PERFECT JOB is a lifetime activity in the United States, with the average American holding more than 10 jobs in their lifetime. Specifically, males born between 1957 and 1964 (Baby Boomers) held 11.8 jobs from age 18 to 48 on average, according to a 2015 survey from the U.S. Department of Labor. Females from the same generation held 11.5 jobs during that age range.

All of that career change means job seekers are researching the perfect job. North Idaho College’s Career Services Department has made that search a little easier recently by adding features to its website to support job seekers and employers. The site now offers space where employers can post online job listings and internship/volunteer opportunities as a resource for job seekers looking for the perfect opportunity.

GAIL LAFERRIERE, NIC CAREER SERVICES ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, REVIEWS RESOURCES WITH INTERESTED JOB SEEKERS AT A WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY. CAREER SERVICES HAS UPDATED ITS WEBSITE TO MAKE IT MORE USER-FRIENDLY FOR JOB-SEEKERS AND EMPLOYERS.

“The program serves students from all of the colleges with a presence in Kootenai County as well as the community. Positions can range from entry-level, part-time positions designed for students, to professional positions that require a degree and experience. The site welcomes all levels of experience and education,” said NIC Career Services Assistant Director Gail Laferriere. “We want employers to be aware that it’s a great place for them to post jobs and for job seekers to find them.”

The site allows for employers to post opportunities directly to the website. Once an employer posts a position to the Career Services website, it is reviewed by their professional staff and goes live within a few days.

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star “View or Post Jobs, Internships, or Volunteer Opportunities.” Those seeking opportunities must read and accept the liability statement to view listings.

“Employers should know that oftentimes their posts are shared by instructors at the college in relevant departments,” Laferriere said. “It’s a great way for employers to get their job posts to a targeted audience of job seekers.”

The site was developed in-house at NIC so employers wishing to post a job ranging from a weekend task to a long-term professional opportunity can do so at no cost to them.

Career Services also provides assistance to employers regarding the going wage for particular positions and wording that will best inform and attract the best candidates. Job seekers are also provided assistance regarding the job search process, resumes, cover letters and interviewing.

“There’s also a service we provide that helps connect education with the business community. Career Services has collected hundreds of names of professionals engaged in a wide variety of careers,” Laferriere said.

“Those exploring career options as well as job seekers can contact Career Services to get the names of these individuals for informational interviews and job shadow experiences.”

Any career professionals who are interested in providing this service are encouraged to contact NIC Career Services, she said.

The job-, internship-, and volunteer-listing service is free of charge and open to all employers as well as those seeking paid and unpaid opportunities.

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The allure and acclaim of the marathon make it an enticing target for many runners and athletes in general to attempt. However, many people

decide not to even try running a marathon due to the amount of training required and the toll that it can put on the body. Most beginner marathon plans require 30 to 40 miles per week, and some intermediate plans have weekly mileage in the 50s and higher. There have been multiple studies that show increased mileage increases your risk for injury. But, I don’t believe that the decision to run a marathon also has to be a prescription for running injury.

One of the biggest problems I see in consistently injured runners is even though they could be good runners (when healthy) they are not good athletes. They can run a sub six-minute mile with ease, but if you ask them to do balance drills or a set of pull ups they will fail those tasks. Jay

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Dicharry, author of Anatomy for Runners, describes the runner’s body like a car: You can upgrade the engine (cardiovascular system) all you want, but if your chassis (musculoskeletal system) is made of scrapped-together pieces, it is inevitable that the car will need to head to the repair shop (doctor) at some point in time.

The goal for anyone aspiring to complete the marathon should to start by becoming a better athlete before becoming a better runner.

My path to becoming a better athlete came through a general physical preparedness (GPP) strength program with an emphasis in kettlebells. GPP is an exercise program that targets all major muscle groups as well as working stabilizers with both dynamic and static exercises—in layman’s terms, just about a little bit of everything. As the name implies, the goal is to get you ready for just about anything.

The bonus with this program came from the kettlebells. Unlike other strength programs, kettlebells are known for having a greater amount of a muscular endurance and even an aerobic element. Also, the most popular exercises for kettlebell focus on connecting your kinetic chain (a fancy way of saying ‘work your core’) and strengthening your posterior chain (glutes and hamstrings), both significantly important things for runners to work on. Any GPP program should be helpful to runners, but I felt like this one was the best for me.

strength session had a different emphasis like skill building or general strength. Each run day was different as well, using both tempo and long runs consistently. While this sounds like a lot of exercise, I probably spent about two hours less a week exercising than if I had only chosen to run. In addition, the variety of exercise kept me interested in training and helped me avoid feeling burned out. If I was having a bad running week, I could just hit it hard in the gym and vice versa. Not only did I get stronger than before, I was able to run hills with ease, feel stable and confident toward the end of my long runs and increase my speed.

This isn’t to say I never felt any pain ever during my training, but I wouldn’t say I was ever injured. I think a lot of that had to do with the well-rounded training plan I was using.

Every runner has different training philosophies, but I think the principle remains: Good athletes make stronger, better and less injured runners. I felt that my training allowed me to have the best and most enjoyable first marathon experience available. If you decide to attempt the marathon, don’t end up like Pheidippides, and start by making yourself a better athlete with GPP.

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BY DEANNA IFF, AU.D., CCC-A WRITTEN FOR HEAR FOR LIFE AUDIOLOGY AS THE POPULATION of the United States and other industrialized nations ages, the prevalence of dementia is projected to double every 20 years. Approximately 5 million older Americans have been diagnosed with some form of dementia, and this number is expected to triple by 2050 unless more effective methods of mitigating cognitive deterioration can be developed. The prevalence of hearing loss is also increasing with the “graying” of the population, with approximately one in three adults between 65 and 74 currently experiencing hearing loss, and the number of individuals with hearing loss is expected to double by 2060. These statistics underscore the need to address both dementia and hearing loss as important issues in public health.

A study published in 2013 by Dr. Frank Lin of Johns Hopkins followed 1,984 older adults who were enrolled in a prospective health study.

The participants were all community-dwelling adults who were between the ages of 70 and 79 at the beginning of the study. By completing regular audiometric (hearing) evaluations and cognitive testing over the duration of the study, the researchers could identify trends in hearing loss and cognitive decline. This information was then analyzed to determine whether hearing loss was associated with accelerated cognitive decline.

The results of the study demonstrated that hearing loss is independently associated with accelerated cognitive decline and incident cognitive impairment in community-dwelling older adults. Those individuals with hearing loss had a 30- to 40-percent faster decline in cognitive function, and a 24-percent greater risk of incident cognitive impairment than did those participants with normal hearing. A decline

in cognitive function is defined as reduced scores on measures of cognitive function, with incident cognitive impairment being scores reduced below a point indicative of a probable dementia diagnosis.

It has previously been suggested that hearing loss may be associated with cognitive decline or dementia through the mechanisms of cognitive load and/or social isolation. There is evidence that greater cognitive resources are devoted to hearing when auditory information is degraded, such as with hearing loss, which reduces the amount of brainpower available for other tasks.

Social isolation and loneliness, which are also known side effects of hearing loss, particularly untreated hearing loss, have also been linked to an increased risk of dementia in older adults.

It is possible that using appropriately fitted and programmed hearing devices could help reduce the rate of cognitive decline for older adults with hearing loss; however, research regarding the impact of amplification is ongoing and there is no definitive answer yet. Wellestablished, though, are the benefits of hearing aids on communication. By improving speech understanding, appropriately programmed hearing devices can reduce the negative effects hearing loss has on cognitive load and minimize the risk of social isolation resulting from difficulty understanding conversation.

It is important to remember that hearing loss treatment is a complex process, and, contrary to popular belief, involves far more than simply turning up the volume or putting on a hearing aid. In the interest of maintaining the highest possible quality of life with advancing age, consider visiting your local audiologist for a hearing evaluation and discussion of options.

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PAIN MANAGEMENT THE BENEFITS OF EXERCISE

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CHRONIC PAIN HAS BECOME an epidemic in America, with approximately 120 million citizens currently taking prescription pain medication and up to 16 percent of prescribed pain medication reported as being misused according to a recent federal study. Although some pain medication may be helpful for acute conditions such as following surgery, prolonged use may not only be ineffective over time but can also contribute to serious negative side effects.

Although there are many alternative options for managing pain, the best permanent solution is through lifestyle changes. Starting an exercise program can be a great way to kick start that change. Research has shown that exercise can be an effective way to reverse this downward cycle of deconditioning and worsening pain and gradually, over time, help those with chronic pain engage more in activities of enjoyment and essential activities of daily living with greater ease.

Listed below are some of the proven benefits of a sound exercise program: • Exercise decreases pain and uplifts moodreducing feelings of depression: With exercise, the body releases its own pain-

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relieving chemicals such as endorphins, which work with receptors in the brain to reduce the perception of pain. Endorphins also trigger a positive feeling in the body, similar to that of morphine. Serotonin and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) are other neurochemicals released during exercise. Both are natural mood enhancers which help decrease symptoms of depression.

• Exercise improves energy levels and reduces fatigue: Along with releasing feelgood chemicals, exercise improves sleep quality, leading to increased energy and reduced fatigue. Also, as explained below, exercise can help with food cravings and achieving a healthy diet.

• Exercise enhances joint and bone health: As we age, joints become stiffer due to less movement, and bones can lose density caused by the normal aging process and a sedentary lifestyle. According to Wolff ’s law, bone responds to loads exerted upon it by laying down more bone tissue. In short, exercise builds stronger bones.

Exercise also keeps fluid circulating in joints, decreasing stiffness in the joint and joint capsule.

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Although there are many alternative options for managing pain, the best permanent solution is through lifestyle changes.

• Exercise increases overall day-to-day functionality: It builds strength through building of muscle tissue and by increasing neurological pathways to the brain.

When we are sedentary, neuromuscular pathways shut off, causing weakness and balance issues. By exercising the muscle, the neurons will switch on again, which is one reason a person may see very large improvements in strength and balance early on with a new exercise program without necessarily seeing a change in muscle tone.

• Exercise helps to control weight (when combined with a healthy diet): Beside the benefit of burning calories and building muscle, exercise triggers the body to release glucagon, which increases your blood glucose levels; the peptide hormone insulin, which regulates the metabolism of fat and carbohydrates in your body; and a hormone called ghrelin, which is secreted in your stomach. A recent study shows that aerobic and resistance exercise suppressed hunger for a short period after physical activity due to the release of ghrelin, which helps to regulate your appetite.

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3. Educate on proper technique to attain desired benefit and avoid injury 4. Monitor for fatigue levels to avoid overworking the muscles and creating a safe environment for the patient or client.

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LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPLORING PROGRAM If you’re interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice, this is for you!

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rying to decide on a profession that one will devote his or her time to can be an overwhelming experience for young adults. While some may have a clear vision as to what their professional life will look like, others struggle.

There are few programs that allow young teens to truly experience what a desired profession would look like on a day-to-day basis—something that would help make the decision easier. While there are job-shadowing opportunities, they may not give an individual a true feel for the job.

For those teens and young adults who are considering a career in law enforcement, many cities offer a Law Enforcement Exploring program for young adults ages 14 to 21. The mission of the program is to allow those interested in the field of criminal justice an opportunity to experience firsthand, through training, practical experience and other activities, a view of the criminal justice system.

Law enforcement agencies at the local, state and federal levels sponsor Law Enforcement Explorer Posts. The program is endorsed by organizations including the International Chief of Police Association (IACP) as well as the National Sheriffs Association (NSA). In order to participate in the program, the annual fee is $24. Local Posts may also assess periodic dues or fees to support special activities or events.

The advantages gained from going through such a program include the opportunity to build a relationship with law enforcement professionals. Having a true hands-

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on experience builds awareness of the criminal justice system, thereby allowing a young adult to make a truly informed decision of whether this is the career path he or she wishes to follow. In some cases, the training one receives through the Law Enforcement Exploring program may qualify the trainee for academic credit in his or her educational institution.

It in turn can also help those young adults decide on what advanced education opportunities are best to fit his or her field in the criminal justice system.

Even if one does not choose to follow a career in criminal justice, Law Enforcement Exploring allows one to grow personally in areas such as self-discipline and teamwork, resulting in higher standards when it comes to his or her personal and professional lives. In addition, the program also encourages participants to work toward achieving greater physical and mental fitness.

Law Enforcement Exploring is also a great way to develop or strengthen one’s leadership abilities and become more involved in the community. Police agencies provide

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much community service, and by participating in the Law Enforcement Exploring program, young adults can work alongside local law enforcement during various

Having a true handson experience builds awareness of the criminal justice system, thereby allowing a young adult to make a truly informed decision of whether this is the career path he or she wishes to follow.

community events, information meetings and much more.

Law enforcement offers a variety of possible careers, not just officers. Because of the nature of the job, those who wish to participate in the Law Enforcement Explorer program must complete a successful background check, go through an oral interview, maintain a certain minimum grade point average, be physically fit and must be a person of good conduct and high moral character. There is a participation form to complete and an annual participation fee.

Interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement? These are just some of the Law Enforcement Explorer programs in the Pacific Northwest: The Explorer Program, sponsored by the Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, Police Department, provides residents of Kootenai County an opportunity to work directly with the Coeur d’Alene Police Department providing exposure to everything from firearms training, crime-scene processing, medical emergencies, directing traffic and domestic disturbances.

The program focuses on five specific areas: career opportunities, life skills, service to the community, character education and leadership experience. To qualify, the applicant must be between 15 and 21 years of age and be registered as an Explorer with the Boy Scouts of America.

In Gig Harbor, Washington, the Explorers Program provides hands-on experience to those interested in a career in criminal justice. Those interested should be aware that the program does require a significant commitment of one’s time as well as a minimum number of volunteer hours. In addition to the skills that one gains, it also offers the participant an avenue to become an engaging member of the community.

To find out if your community has such a program, contact your local police department. Who knows, the call just may get them thinking about establishing such a program if one does not already exist!

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The unfortunate reality is that police officers are not receiving the support they once did, but we can do a great deal to change that. Are you involved in a local club or group such as Rotary or the Chamber of Commerce? Invite a local police officer to come speak and answer questions. Also in that public setting, acknowledge some of the great things the police officers or other first responders in the community have done to make the town a better and safer place.

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Many communities have Adopt-a-Cop programs. These are designed to match a local individual or family with a local law enforcement officer. The people who have adopted the officer pray for him or her on a daily basis and also encourage the officer with notes of support. Prayer is powerful, and we can all do our part to offer the officers in our community with added protection through this ministry. Since its inception in 1998, the Adopt-a-Cop program has grown and is present in 24 states.

Make it public

We think of social media as being a place to connect with friends and family. But there are many law enforcement agencies that have established their own social media pages to communicate with the public. It’s an effective way to disseminate information on road closures and community events and to provide information about the agency in general.

It can also be used as a way for the public to show its support to local law enforcement. Post a note of thanks or support on your local law enforcement’s social media page, and you will soon find that good news really does travel fast!

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Kids love to visit a fire station or police station. In fact, many have the opportunity to do so during special field trips while in preschool or kindergarten. It’s exciting to see the big trucks and to see a police car up close. A great way for kids to extend their thanks to first responders is to involve the kids in baking treats and hand delivering them to the local fire station or police department. Not only is it fun, but it can also teach kids the importance of showing gratitude. It will also have a profound impact on those who sacrifice so much with such little recognition.

Write thank you notes Writing a simple note thanking those first responders in your community does not take much time and has a significant impact. Involve the entire family, with each choosing a different recipient—police department, sheriff ’s department or fire station. Do you know someone serving in the military? Send them a thank you as well. Acknowledge not only the danger of the profession they have chosen, but also the sacrifice their family makes. Make it a Fourth of July and Thanksgiving tradition or randomly choose a few times during the year to take time to reflect on the blessings these first responders provide.

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hen Canadians want to experience arid sunny weather, they head for British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, a 125-long crevasse of shimmering lakes, rolling pasturelands and dramatic vistas. Vineyards drape themselves across gentle hillsides, tucked into imposing mountainsides of forests and sagebrush.

Peach, apple and cherry orchards, once the agricultural “fruit basket” of BC, nestle small hillsides with fruit stands at every turn. What was once a formidable “desert” of rattlesnakes, small cacti and unbroken landscapes now serves as Western Canada’s favorite summer getaway.

The southern tip of this oasis is home to Canada’s “pocket desert,” a 24-mile strip of dramatic rock faces and gently sloping hills of sparse forests and sagebrush terrain that frames the town of Osoyoos (Oh-soo-yoos).

It’s also home to the Southern Okanagan’s most unusual travel destination: Nk’mip Resort.

Tucked into the eastern hillsides that overlook Canada’s warmest freshwater lake, the resort was developed by the Osoyoos Indian Band

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in the 1990s, and in recent years has become a model example of community ingenuity and spirit. The resort, which is designed to meet the vacation interests of just about every traveler, features luxury accommodations, an award-winning winery, an RV park, an Aboriginal cultural center and a golf course with dramatic views.

But it’s also garnered international attention for its success in educating visitors about Native Canadian history through displays, interactive attractions and opportunities to learn about and appreciate the Osoyoos Indian Band’s history and culture.

The resort was officially launched in 1998 under the leadership of Chief Clarence Louie, who believed that his community’s economic challenges could be overcome with careful planning and investment. Like many of Canada’s Aboriginal communities, the Osoyoos Indian Band had faced poverty and unemployment for decades. It was also hampered by restrictive federal laws that prohibited Aboriginal communities from mortgaging their own land on reserves, so coming up with ways to create jobs and sustain economic development was

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THE RESORT, WHICH IS DESIGNED TO MEET THE VACATION INTERESTS OF JUST ABOUT EVERY TRAVELER, FEATURES LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS, AN AWARDWINNING WINERY, AN RV PARK, AN ABORIGINAL CULTURAL CENTER AND A GOLF COURSE WITH DRAMATIC VIEWS.

challenging. Chief Louie’s vision was to change that. And the Band did.

In January, Chief Louie was appointed to the Order of Canada in recognition of his leadership and ingenuity in transforming the Band’s economic future.

Nk’mip Cellars: Canada’s First AboriginalOwned Winery One of Nk’mip’s most celebrated accomplishments is its winery, which is run in partnership with wine producer Vincor Canada. Although the onsite vineyard is small (24 acres), the Band’s success in creating awardwinning vintages from its 243-acre vineyard on the outskirts of Osoyoos has helped to give Canada’s first Aboriginal-owned winery international acclaim.

During the summer, visitors can enjoy lunch

on Nk’mip Cellars’ terrace patio or sample and purchase wines (tastings include five vintages for $5 CAD; fee is waived if you purchase a bottle). Visitors can enjoy a glass while taking in Osoyoos’ stunning sunsets from the lounge.

Nk’mip RV Park The Nk’mip RV Park, set on the shores of Lake Osoyoos, has been around for decades, a hidden secret dating back to when Osoyoos was still a small village and RVing in Arizonalike summer weather was an unheard of novelty in Canada.

“The RV Park has been around since the 1960s,” said Katrina Baptiste, the RV Park and Campground’s general manager. But it was several decades before the owners realized they had a real gem that was worth expanding. “[The Band] really started to develop [the RV

park] back in ‘97,” said Baptiste. One of its additions was a “snowbird-friendly” area for winter RVers there for the colder months, close to clubhouses and a pool.

“There are some people who have been with us for 12 or 13 years—every summer. It’s become their summer vacation,” and those who return each year often bring their families and friends, building a yearly cadre of regular RVers.

Today, the park features 389 RV and camping sites, including more than 100 sites near the lakeshore. A snack bar is open in the summer, and a pool and numerous walking trails are available year round.

Spirit Ridge For many, it’s Nk’mip’s Southwestern-style luxury accommodations that make the resort a success. Crowning the top of the hillside

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10 miles north of Oroville, Washington, on Highway 97. It’s an easy 4-mile drive from the U.S.-Canada border and a six-hour drive west of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, via Canada’s Highway 3.

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and overlooking Nk’mip’s vineyards is Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa, a tasteful collection of both short-term and long-term accommodations.

Guests have access to a variety of amenities, including a spa, restaurants, riding stables and an onsite golf course.

They also have the option to purchase a residence that offers them the same quiet ambiance and stunning views, yet is set apart from Osoyoos’ busy seasonal attractions.

Nk’mip Desert Cultural Centre One of the Band’s goals is to protect the last vestiges of the pocket desert and its delicate ecology. One way it is doing that is by educating visitors about the culture and history of the area.

Scientists continue to debate whether Osoyoos is really surrounded by a desert. Some maintain that the area’s 300 millimeters of rain and snow disqualifies that classification. Yet others point to the area’s desert-friendly wildlife and unique terrain as proof.

So researchers now call this arid pocket a shrubsteppe: a name that is less attractive, but more accurate in explaining why Nk’mip’s famous winery, for example, is so successful in carving a niche out of a desert-like environment that isn’t really a desert: it’s dry, hot (90 to 104 F) in the summer and often has the ambiance of Arizona’s or Western Washington’s summerbaked resorts.

That dry climate also has helped to define the customs and way of life of the local Aboriginal community. At the Nk’mip Desert Cultural Centre, visitors can learn about the many ways the region’s first residents learned to survive and thrive in the arid Okanagan. They can also learn about the cultural traditions that were passed down, and the huge societal, cultural and educational challenges that residents faced as Canada developed as a nation. Visitors can also pay a visit to Spirit Lake, a sacred spiritual location that is available for viewing from the distance.

fishermen alike. Numerous trails snake along the shoreline and in the hillsides, offering plenty of photo opportunities and gardens to enjoy. A local waterside park and amusement park offer added family enjoyment on hot summer days.

Visitors can also learn about the city’s innovative efforts to keep the lake healthy and free of overgrowth. During the fall, a brightly colored “paddlewheel” boat rototills the milfoil growing in the lake. In the summer, another boat harvests it, keeping the water and its unique ecology healthy.

Coffee houses, a gourmand’s selection of restaurants, art galleries, nearby music venues, parks and shops are all available to travelers during the summer and fall, rounding out opportunities to experience Canada’s most unique pocket desert oasis.

Nk’mip and Osoyoos Attractions The town of Osoyoos has its own recreational opportunities as well. Lake Osoyoos, Canada’s warmest freshwater lake, is a favorite destination for boaters, swimmers and

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Fisherman’s Market

A local favorite for an array of reasons, including the friendly staff, unbeatable atmosphere and phenomenal food. Voted best seafood in Coeur d’Alene 2012, 2013 and 2014. Their menu includes salads, fishwiches, taste of baja, fish and chips, smoked fish, fresh sushi bar and fresh fish market with live shell fish and lobster.

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Nate’s New York Pizza

Authentic New York-style Pizzeria in Post Falls. They serve up the biggest pies in town including the famous 36” pizza challenge. Stop by on Wednesdays for an 18” pepperoni pizza for just $17 and select bottled beers are only $1.50! Don’t forget to try some of the best hot wings and stromboli in town. Stay and enjoy a beverage of choice or call ahead and take your pizza to go.

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Angelo’s Ristorante

“There is no substitution for quality.

Our food is organic and prepared from scratch.” Authentic Italian cuisine.

Guaranteed best steaks in town. Catering and private cooking classes available with Chef Angelo. DINNER FOR 2 & A BOTTLE OF WINE $65. Choose from 15 Entrees and 10 Bottles of Wine. Open 7 days a week from 4-10pm.

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Forty-One South

A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. Whether it is summer on the patio or cozying up to the fireplace in the winter, Forty-One South’s spectacular sunsets, innovative cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list are sure to make it a memorable night out.

A variety of delicious food year round.

Reservations recommended.

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Wine Grotto Cafe

UVA Italian features Italian recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. They take pride in serving food from scratch, using only the freshest ingredients and utilizing organic and locally sourced products. They can accommodate both large and small groups. Stop in for lunch or supper.

309 Lakeside Ave. | Coeur d’Alene 208.930.0573 | UvaCdA.com

Fine wine. Prime rib. Delicious deli sandwiches. This is just some of what you will find at the Wine Grotto Cafe located inside the Hayden Corner Store.

The Wine Grotto offers fondue nights on Wednesday and a traditional Dutch Feast “Olipodrigo” Chef ’s choice on Thursdays.

Contact them for more information and for special events throughout the year.

702 E. Prairie Ave. | Hayden 208.762.3123

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Calypsos Coffee

At Calypsos you’ll find a combination of amazing coffee, which they roast on site, ice cream, fantastic food and live music on a regular basis. They display artwork from local artists, offer free Wi-Fi, have a play area for the kids and also offer a Smart Room for meeting rentals!

116 E. Lakeside Ave. | Coeur d’Alene 208.665.0591 | CalypsosCoffee.com

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American fare with a twist. Ribs (pork or bison) smoked in house. Unique burger menu featuring burgers made from ground top sirloin, topped with pulled pork, hand-battered onion rings or jalapenos. 32 beers on tap to enjoy while watching the game on one of their 24, 4K TVs. 601 E. Front St. Ste. 101 | Coeur d’Alene 208.667.1170 | SweetLousIdaho.com f SweetLousCDA

Everyone loves a good barbecue, and that is exactly what you will find at Junior’s Barbecue restaurant. With menu items that include tri-tip, brisket, pulled pork, chicken, deep-pit beef and BBQ tacos, there is something for everyone.

Stop in today at this hip and fun casual restaurant in the Prairie Shopping Center in Hayden.

85 W. Prairie Shopping Ctr. | Hayden JuniorsBarbecue.com

Flame & Cork is your local wood-fired pizza place with fantastic beverages. Come in today and sample from one of their 40 different kinds of wine stocked in house.

Drink specials from 3-6pm every day! See you soon! All ages welcome.

9225 N. Government Way | Hayden 208.635.5836

Anthony’s, located in the Riverstone community, featuring a scenic waterfront setting, offering two outdoor fireplaces and a spectacular view of Riverstone.

They offer the freshest seafood from their own seafood company, great steaks, pasta and salads, all complemented by fresh-from-the-farm local produce, Northwest wines and microbrews.

1926 W. Riverstone Dr. | Coeur d’Alene 208.664.4665 | Anthonys.com

Shoga Sushi Bar

Delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine sure to delight anyone’s palate. Offering a wide variety of traditional and specialty rolls as well as salads, sweet and sour pork, grilled salmon and more! Beautiful waterfront dining with spectacular sunset views. Professional and courteous service.

Enjoy a delicious meal while taking in the beautiful waterfront and spectacular sunset views.

41 Lakeshore Dr. | Sagle 208.265.2001 | ShogaSushi.com

Abi’s Artisan Ice Cream

Gourmet, small-batch ice cream made on site each day. You will see and taste the difference at locally owned and operated Abi’s Ice Cream.

Abi’s is also tree nut and peanut free and offers non-dairy options. Seasonal flavors abound: pumpkin pie and peppermint. Or try the gourmet hot chocolates and classic espressos with a homemade chocolate chip cookie.

112 N. 4th St. | Coeur d’Alene 208.930.0699 | AbisIceCream.com

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Grabbagreen®

100-percent gluten-free, non-gmo, local whole foods, mostly organic fast casual restaurant. The owners are a local husband-and-wife team on a mission to lead the charge in making fast food healthy. Green and grain-based bowls, breakfast, juices, snacks and smoothies.

Eat Clean, Grabbagreen!

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Tony’s is a landmark in Coeur d’Alene, serving Italian-inspired cuisine. A beautiful five-minute drive from the Sherman Avenue Exit off I-90, they offer a full-service bar, extensive wine list, outdoor seating, docks for boaters and art by Terry Lee. Visit the website for complete menu and seasonal hours.

6823 Coeur d’Alene Lake Dr. Coeur d’Alene 208.667.9885 | TonysOnTheLake.com

Moondollars Bistro

Moondollars Bistro is known for their burgers, accompanied by scratch-made bread and soups. They uses only fresh ingredients, which are the backbone of this customer favorite.

With a comfortable, friendly atmosphere, awesome food, great service, huge patio and full bar there is always something to keep customers coming back for more.

609 N. Syringa St. | Post Falls 208.777.7040 5416 W.Village Blvd. | Rathdrum 208.687.5396 | MoondollarsBistro.com

Food & Drink Recipe STRAWBERRY AND CHIA PUDDING Recipe courtesy of the Waterfront Farmers Market

Serves 4 Ingredients • 2 cups Almond Milk • 16 oz. Strawberries • 1⁄2 cup Chia Seeds • 1⁄4 cup Honey

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2 Separate Restaurants to Satisfy any Craving Delicious Food & Fun Cocktails 41 Lakeshore Drive, Sagle, ID NEXT TO THE LODGE AT SANDPOINT

• 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract

Put It Together • In a blender, puree the almond milk and the strawberries until smooth.

• Pour the mixture into a bowl and stir in the chia seeds, honey and vanilla extract.

• Cover the bowl and refrigerate until it is set (approximately 4 hours).

• Serve chilled and garnish with sliced strawberries and a sprig of fresh mint.

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Almond milk, with its creamy texture and nutty taste, is a plant-based milk made of water and almonds. With various flavors to choose from, from unsweetened and plain to vanilla and chocolate, almond milk usually is enriched with vitamins. And it’s easy to make at home—and better for you than many storebought brands.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS JULY Summertime Fun Time to get out on the water!

By Jillian Chandler

HIGHLIGHTED EVENT Our serene and pristine lake in the mountains draws visitors from all over the world. Yet, we are fortunate enough to call Coeur d’Alene our home.

Year-round outdoor activities abound, and once the grey skies and freezing temperatures of winter have passed, it’s time to hit the water.

Of course, many of us keep it simple, packing up towels and picnic lunches to enjoy a day in the sand, dipping our toes in the cool water. After all, this is one of the most affordable lakeside summertime activities there is! For others, it’s jumping on the boat with some good company and cold beverages for an afternoon or evening of boating. And you can’t forget about simply kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding on the lake or river. For a more formal occasion, there are boat tours, with dinner and sunset cruises. And don’t forget floating! Locals know all about this river activity, and if you are unfamiliar with the concept, all you need are a few rafts, some beverages, snacks and sunscreen, and you’re set for hours of relaxation.

There are many more options available; some that not many even know about! If you are the adventurous type, we’ll make it easy for you to plan your next day at the lake, in not-so-ordinary fashion.

Enjoy the lake … from above! Experience soaring over Lake Coeur d’Alene while parasailing. Whether going it alone—or with a friend or significant other—you’ll be flying high. A fun and exhilarating sport, this recreational activity incorporates a parachute-like canopy wing in which the rider or riders are fastened to, and towed by a boat. Or, if you want to take it up a notch, hydroboarding will have riders flipping, spinning and diving in no time at all.

Once your feet are strapped into the bindings, with a water jet pack beneath each foot, you will be propelled into the air and water.

However you choose to spend your time on the lake this summer, enjoy!

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Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks

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The day kicks off with the American Heroes Parade on Sherman Avenue at 10am. After the parade, spend the afternoon in Coeur d’Alene City Park and enjoy great food and live music! Then, stay to watch North Idaho’s largest fireworks display downtown over Lake Coeur d’Alene at dusk (around 10pm).

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The Saturday market is held 9am to 1:30pm on Hwy 95 and Prairie Avenue in Hayden, with the Wednesday market 4 to 7pm on Sherman Avenue and Fifth Street in Downtown Coeur d’Alene. Find fresh, locally grown produce, flowers and an ever-changing array of local food products—meats, cheeses, bread, honey and jams—all season long.

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6, 13, 20, 27. Now in its 11th year, enjoy free professional concerts from a variety of genres at Riverstone Park in Coeur d’Alene. Beginning July 6, concerts will be held 6 to 8pm each Thursday through August 31. July lineup includes Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre, Hillary Scott, Villa Blues & Jazz and David Gerald Blues. ArtsAndCultureCdA.org

Upcoming Events - August 03

3-13: FESTIVAL AT SANDPOINT

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4-6: ART ON THE GREEN

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4-6: DOWNTOWN CDA STREET FAIR

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CASA 2017 Golf Tournament Raise money for a great cause while enjoying a round of golf at the fabulous Avondale Golf Course in Hayden. Check in starts at 11am, with a shotgun start at 1pm. Register online at NorthIdahoCASA.org, as well as secure sponsorships!

Avondale Golf Course treats golfers to a visual wonderland, as well as offering a challenging and enjoyable 6,600-yard, 18-hole course. The Avondale Golf Course is complemented by a large practice putting green and natural turf driving range. Come golf ... and give to a good cause!

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The City of Hayden is proud to host the 7th Annual Hayden Sprint Triathlon, with its ½-mile swim, 12-mile bike ride and finished off with a 3.1-mile run. The race venue features breathtaking scenery with a challenging but friendly course. After the race, unwind at beautiful Honeysuckle Beach on Hayden Lake.

All proceeds from the race are donated to worthy area charities. HaydenTri.com

15-16. This two-day festival is held on the Schweitzer Village Lawn and features great bands, great wine, great food and great fun!

With multiple bands playing throughout the weekend paired with more than a dozen regional wineries offering dozens of wines, a craft beer tent, barbecue, arts and crafts vendors and activities for the entire family!

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Northwest WineFest

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Julyamsh 21-22. This two-day cultural event at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds is filled with Native-American activities for all to enjoy, bringing people together and signifying the spirit of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe in celebration of heritage, diversity and culture. This is a rare opportunity to view the beauty of these diverse native cultures through their traditional crafts and performances of tribal dancing and music.

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Showcase Golf Event

Wine, Women and Shoes Be there ... be fabulous ... at the Wine, Women and Shoes event at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, benefiting Idaho Youth Ranch, Coeur d’Alene, 6 to 9:30pm. Bring your best girlfriends for an evening of wine tasting, glamorous fashion show, designer shopping, incredible live auction and more! What shoes will you be wearing? WineWomenAndShoes.com

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Held at the Old Airport Armory in Hayden, 11am to 10pm, this is the premier event for what is expected to be the biggest barbecue and craft beer festival in the Northwest! Taste delicious foods and brews and vote for your favorites.

There will also be a barbecue competition and local vendors on site. GreatNorthwestBBQ.com

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The Great Northwest Barbecue and Beer Festival

The Coeur d’Alene Garden Club presents their 20th Annual Garden Tour featuring three beautiful private gardens, all diverse with inspiration and ideas. The tour takes place 11am to 4pm and also features artisans and vendors with garden-related items, as well as live music. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $25 or for $30 the day of event.

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28-29. Hosted at The Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course, the Showcase Golf Event has an annual lineup of spectacular parties and entertainment, national celebrities and fantastic golf, making it one of the premier celebrity fundraising events on the West Coast. This year promises to be the best yet!

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Night Under the Stars Join the Inland Northwest SIDS Foundation 5:30 to 9pm for a fun-filled evening of dinner, drinks, dancing and live and silent auctions at Elk Point Estates, an exclusive outdoor venue overlooking Lake Coeur d’Alene. Don’t miss out on this wonderful event to help raise awareness and funds for this life-saving mission. Tickets are $55 per person and can be purchased online at NUTS.yapsody.com or by calling 208.557.4371.

Upcoming Events - August 10

10-27: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

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Whether you’re here for the weekend or here for the summer, Go Sandpoint Vacation Homes are the perfect jumping off point for an adventure-packed summer.

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SUMMER SOUNDTRACK. SUBLIME WITH ROME & THE OFFSPRING JUL 6

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