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CONTENTS 08 FINANCIAL FOCUS

Are you still planning to retire early?

10 Q&A: CHIEF OF POLICE COREY COON

Serving our city and coaching our youth

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A Year in Review: Despite the challenges of 2020, we look back on the beautiful, good and joyous from this past year

18 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Calendar of great local events, arts and entertainment

20 FUN FACT

Baby, it’s cold outside

22 LOCAL GUIDE

22 Places to Stay 24 Venues 24-26 Summer Activities 26 Winter Activities 26 Year-Round Activities

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Your local guide to the tastiest hot spots around town

30 CITY MAP

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Chief of Police Corey Coon is the face behind the force that helps keep our small town safe and welcoming. Born and raised in Sandpoint, his commitment to and heart for our town is obvious from his police work to his time coaching on the field. He is one of the many who helps make our community a place to call home. As we welcome in a new year, may we reflect on the many blessings 2020 held, despite the challenges. Wishing everyone a Happy New Year, filled with joy and hope.

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“For me, Sandpoint is not just a city or a town, it is special because it is my home. It has been a place I was born and raised. A place I was able to start my family and raise my kids. A place where I was coached and mentored.�

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orey Coon learned the meaning and value of hard work while growing up on a small dairy farm in Colburn.

The middle of seven children, he was never without a job—from gleaning fields to volunteering at the food bank. After graduating from Brigham Young University, Idaho, where he met his wife Lindsay, Coon came back to Sandpoint to raise his own family. Lindsay showed him an ad in the Daily Bee saying the Sandpoint PD was hiring, and the rest was history.

Now Sandpoint’s chief of police, Coon is dedicated to serving the community. In his passions outside of work, his family always comes first, but a close second and third are road trips with his wife on the Harley, and coaching football.

Q. What makes our town such a special, unique place to live?

A. For me, Sandpoint is not just a city or a town, it is special because it is my home. It has been a place I was born and raised. A place I was able to start my family and raise my kids. A place where I was coached and mentored by caring community members who had no problem calling my parents when I stepped out of line. This is a community of volunteers who look out for one another’s best interests. What makes Sandpoint special to me is all of those who are willing to give back to their community.

Q. What has been the most rewarding part of your work with the Sandpoint Police Department?

A. Probably the most rewarding part of my job goes back to the interview question I was asked over 20 years ago. Why did I want to get into law enforcement? I tell people I watched too many old western movies with my dad, but the answer then is the same today—to help people and to make a difference. It is my hope that, when my career is over, I will be able to look back and see I achieved that goal.

Q. What is a main goal or accomplishment you’d like to achieve (or have achieved) during your time as police chief?

makes me smile more than walking into the high school or down a street in uniform and hearing someone yell, “It’s Coach Coon!”

A. This goes back to the main reason I got into law enforcement to start with. When I was appointed to be chief of police, it was important for the police department to develop a relationship of trust with our community and bring back a model of community-oriented policing along with the motto “To Protect and Serve.” As the chief of police, I have seen the relationship with our department and community grow and develop a level of trust I have not seen since I was a kid.

On a more personal note, I am grateful for the opportunity to have been part of bringing closure to the family and friends of Tammy Bristow.

Q. What has been a piece of advice or experience that you’ve carried with you, and that has impacted your life for the better?

Q. What are you passionate about in your life outside of work?

A. As my kids have progressed through school, I have had the opportunity to coach them. Both of my boys have graduated high school and my daughter, Madison, prefers I don’t help coach her in dance. She is adamant I have one job as a dad now and it’s to “pay, drive, clap and be quiet.” If you have ever been next to me at a sporting event, you will know I am not the most quiet coach/ spectator.

After Jackson and Parker graduated, I switched to officiating football. Coach Knowles asked me to come back and coach the freshman football team, which has been an awesome experience. To be part of these young men’s lives their freshman year and to see them develop and grow in football and in life is a tremendous reward. Nothing

A. The importance of setting goals and working toward them. Over my several years of coaching, I always start out with the same four goals for our team. First, show up. You cannot accomplish anything if you don’t first show up. Second, you must be willing to learn. If you are not willing to learn something new you will not be successful.

Third, and one of the most important, is to have fun. Life is too short not to have fun. This applies to the players at football practice and in our personal or professional lives. Take time to have fun. Fourth is to win. Win at whatever you’re doing and, if you don’t win, having the knowledge that you left it all on the field.

Q. Are there any last thoughts you’d like to share?

A. I do need to take just a moment to thank our community for helping us reach our goals. We could not be successful as a police department without our community’s help. Thank you for your assistance, thank you for your support and thank you for your compassion. I need to send out a big thank you to my wife, who has put up with me and my profession for the past 20-plus years.

It’s not easy being married to a law enforcement officer. Thank you.

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A YEAR IN REVIEW DESPITE THE CHALLENGES OF 2020, WE LOOK BACK ON THE BEAUTIFUL, GOOD AND JOYOUS OF THE PAST YEAR

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appy 2021! With a deep breath of thankfulness, we welcome in a new year, full of hope and optimism.

For many (if not all of us), 2020 came at us deceptively sweet, and then threw a storm our way. From the worry of a world-wide pandemic, to the uncertainty of keeping businesses open and continuing to work, to concern for our family and friends—not to mention “murder hornets,” quarantines and stay-athome orders, huge market fluxes and an election that was anything but subdued—2020 wasn’t anything we could have expected.

But in the midst of the craziness, I hope for everyone there were some bright moments of joy that showed through—the silver lining so to speak. To highlight the good that 2020 brought despite the hardship, we asked locals to send us pictures of the things that brought them joy in the year. From puppies to stunning vistas, to enjoying the great outdoors we are privileged to call home, there were many moments and things to be thankful for in 2020.

We are lucky to live in Sandpoint, where the pandemic showed us that we truly are neighbors, and where people are still eager to lend a helping hand. If we learned one thing this year, hopefully it’s that we are better together than alone. From food drives to the incredible support many showed small businesses, this year brought out the best in so many, and reminded us that the most important thing is caring for others.

Wherever you looked, there was a ray of light to be found. Many in the community volunteered their time and resources to make and pass out masks to individuals and businesses to help keep the community safe, and so many individuals volunteered to shop for others, or showed up with food, necessities and other goods for those in need.

Business owners did their best to care for employees during the hard times, and nonprofits hard hit by the pandemic continued to provide what help they could. While we may say good riddance to 2020, let’s reflect with joy and thankfulness on all of the many heroes throughout the year who gave, showed up and helped—this past year brought the heart of Sandpoint out in full force.

While the rest of the world closed down, Sandpointers took the opportunity to embrace the great outdoors we’re so blessed to live in. The pandemic may have paused our social and event calendars, but it opened up an opportunity for many to stop, breathe in the fresh air, and head to the lakes, rivers and mountains for some adventure and release.

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“Hikes to some of our beautiful lakes helped keep us sane during this chaotic year,” reflects Lorna Holt, whose picture of a quiet moment fishing describes perfectly the peace and joy many found in the outdoors this past year. “Fishing, photography, reading, time in nature—(it’s) heaven on earth to me!”

Living on Idaho’s largest lake has its perks. Throughout the summer, locals and visitors alike flocked to Lake Pend Oreille for boating, swimming, kayaking and other opportunities that even COVID couldn’t cancel. The sun still shone, and opportunities for fun abounded—even if it was the socially distanced kind.

In July, Comet NEOWISE made a rare appearance—its only for the next 6,800 years. From our quiet, country location, we were able to see it with the naked eye, just after sunset, below the Big Dipper. For those of us who caught a glimpse, it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that didn’t depend on what was happening here on earth.

Come October, the snow flurries came early. Following a day of storms, Sara Glader snapped a picture of Oden Bay bathed in ethereal light. “The light off the clouds above Lake Pend Oreille was too perfect to pass up. 2020 has been a difficult year for everyone and the sunset that night was a good reminder to look up and take in the beauty that surrounds us every day,” she says.

Despite the cold, many bundled up and headed out to enjoy the beauty of the season covered in its first snow.

Holt took in the view from Burton’s Peak Lookout, enjoying the first snowfall surrounded by the peace of nature, stunning views of the valley below, and an icy cold that still managed to bring with it some joy and expectation of a Sandpoint favorite pastime: skiing at Schweitzer.

The mountain opened as we all celebrated a grateful—yet somewhat smaller—Thanksgiving. And though it may not have looked like those of years past—many of our friends and loved ones were forced to celebrate alone or in another town or state—for many, the holiday was a chance to focus on the good this year has brought, let go of the bad, and look forward to a new season.

From hiking our beautiful mountains and enjoying the pristine lakes and rivers, to swishing down the slopes, we were still able to take advantage of the incredible area we live in. And for many, 2020 was a time of reflection, and a time to grow close to a tight circle of friends or family who helped us make it through the year.

The pandemic prevented many from seeing some of those dearest to them, due to health concerns and the desire to protect others, yet in some ways it also served to bring people closer together. Our social circles shrunk, and as a result we were forced to be more intentional.

We had more time to spend with those closest to us, and we figured out ways to stay connected to those far away.

Marriages and births still lit the faces of friends and family with joy, even if it was over Zoom.

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F R O M P U P P I E S TO S T U N N I N G V I S TA S , TO E N J OY I N G T H E G R E AT O U T D O O R S W E A R E P R I V I L EG E D TO C A L L H O M E , THERE WERE MANY MOMENTS AND THINGS TO B E T H A N K F U L F O R I N 2 0 2 0 .

IN THE MOMENT THEY MAY HAVE SEEMED LIKE SMALL THINGS—FINALLY HAVING THE TIME TO GARDEN, LEARNING TO PLAY A NEW INSTRUMENT, WRITING THAT LONG-OVERDUE NOTE TO GRANDMA—BUT THEY ARE THE MOMENTS AND IMAGES THAT MADE 2020 A YEAR TO BE THANKFUL FOR.

And if the pandemic delivered one good thing, it was the opportunity to take advantage of the time at home to add a new little fur member to the family.

Karenmarie Moran’s “Pandemic Puppies” shown here were born during COVID and delivered plenty of smiles, laughter and joy with their arrival.

“Eleven people took advantage of being home more to add a puppy from Sandpoint to their household,” says Moran. “It is difficult not to be positive with a face like this looking at you.”

As the Christmas season approached, our small town lit up with cheer and beauty to brighten our spirits during a year that has been more than a little strange.

Santa still made his annual visit, and our beloved local events like the Kinderhaven Festival of Trees found new ways to continue the tradition and cheer, spreading throughout town to light the interiors of many local stores, and reminding us all that there are many who can use a touch of joy, love, hope and a helping hand, if we’ll take the time to notice.

In the moment they may have seemed like small things—finally having the time to garden, learning to play a new instrument, writing that long-overdue note to Grandma—but they are the moments and images that made 2020 a year to be thankful for.

May we always be thankful for the place we live and the people who make it home. Wishing everyone a happy New Year filled with joy, good health and the anticipation of more incredible memories.

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NORTHERN LIGHTS AT SCHWEITZER JANUARY 16 The month just got a bit brighter, as Sandpoint’s Schweitzer Mountain Resort will once again host their Northern Lights show. Held in the Village on Saturday, January 16, this is an all ages fireworks extravaganza worth seeing year after year. This is sure to be an event the entire family won’t want to miss! While you’re at it, you can make a night of it and book a stay at the resort. Please note that this event is subject to change depending on the current health and safety precautions in place with regards to COVID-19. For additional details, visit Schweitzer.com or call 208.263.9555.

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LIVE MUSIC AT PEND D’OREILLE WINERY JANUARY 16 Make plans to enjoy an evening of live music at Pend d’Oreille Winery on Friday, January 16, as Sara Brown once again will grace audiences with her bursting talents. Sara, a smalltown redhead from Stevens County, packs each song with her signature power-house vocal style but also displays subtle nuance and versatile stylizations as the unique mood of each song demands. Sara’s stage presence is engaging, and her genuine love and care for her fans is always on display. She’ll be performing from 5 to 8pm. For additional details and to find more live music performances at Pend d’Oreille Winery, visit POWine.com. *Please note, as of press time, these events were still scheduled to take place as planned. Due to the current health crisis, there is the possibility that event schedules may change or events canceled completely. Be sure to visit event websites to stay up to date with current information.

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January: Sandpoint Fun Fact

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ome say we’re in for a snowy winter this year … time will tell, but one thing’s for sure, it’ll be hard to beat the blizzard of 1969. One of the worst blizzards in our town’s history, the storm actually started in late December of 1968 and raged on for six weeks until it subsided on February 6, 1969.

snow piles on the sides of the roads. By the end of January, Sandpoint had accumulated 82 inches of snow, and drifts sat 12 feet high. For many, the blizzard of 1968-69 is one that won’t be soon forgotten.

Temperatures reached as low as the negative 30s, schools closed and transportation was pretty much nonexistent.

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YEAR-ROUND ADVENTURES

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VISIT MUSEUM AT THE BRIG

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TAKE A BREWERY TOUR

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DRIVE THE INTERNATIONAL SELKIRK LOOP

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CATCH A SHOW AT THE PANIDA THEATER

SHOP THE SANDPOINT SHOPPING DISTRICT

Explore the unique WWII naval history of Farragut State Park. VisitIdaho.org/things-to-do/museums/ museum-brig-farragut-state-park

Winter sleigh rides and dinners.

TOP 15 THINGS TO DO IN SANDPOINT

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ENJOY A LIVE SHOW AT THE HIVE

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RELAX WITH A SPA DAY

Catch a show at Sandpoint’s famed downtown music venue. LiveFromtheHive.com

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STOP BY THE LIBRARY

Explore the beautiful, expansive local library, which includes many quiet places to sit and read. eBonnerLibrary.org

Visit the Wildflower Spa at Seasons Resort or Highlands North Day Spa for a day of rejuvenation.

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EXPLORE LOCAL GALLERIES

Walk the downtown and stop in at several local galleries to enjoy local and regional art.

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DO A TASTING AT THE LOCAL WINERY

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Enjoy fun in the sun at the sandy, grassy downtown public beach on the lake. SandpointIdaho.gov

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DRIVE THE PEND OREILLE SCENIC BYWAY

VISIT SCHWEITZER MOUNTAIN

Sandpoint is home to four great breweries. Bike to each, or take a walking tour: Matchood Brewing Co., Utara Brewing Co., MickDuff’s Brewing Co., Laughing Dog Brewing.

Explore all or part of the 280-mile multi-national scenic loop through the Selkirk Mountain range.

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Stop by Sandpoint’s famous Evans Brothers Coffee in the historic Granary Arts District.

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Explore the village dining and shopping and enjoy the adventures in summer and winter. Schweitzer.com

Explore various shops and restaurants in the downtown bridge spanning Sand Creek.

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Enjoy local sips from Pend d’Oreille Winery.

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Experience some of North Idaho’s most scenic views along this 33.4-mile drive. VisitIdaho.org/things-todo/scenic-byways-backcountry-drives/pend-oreillescenic-byway

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