2018/19
ANNUAL REPORT COMING SOON:
ADVENTURES OF SUBA BLEU Page 22
COVER STORY,
HONORING FALLEN OFFICER DAVID ROMRELL Page 15
Mark Miller Subaru is proud to be Utah’s only automotive retailer registered as a Benefit-Corporation. As a B-Corp, Mark Miller Subaru voluntarily commits to: Having a corporate purpose to create a material positive impact on society and the environment. Consider the impact of our decisions on stakeholders, our employees, the community, and the environment. Provide to the public an annual benefit report that assesses our overall social and environmental performance against a third party standard. This is that report.
GREETINGS FROM
MARK MILLER SUBARU Neighbors, 2018 was an exceptional year for Mark Miller Subaru and the communities we serve! In fact, with the support of our customers and our community, Mark
Miller Subaru was named the 2018 Subaru Love Promise Retailer of the Year! This special distinction is awarded to only one Subaru Retailer across the entire United States! Mark Miller Subaru was picked because of our dedication to our customers and our commitment to making our world a better place. Candidly, it’s not the award that I will cherish most. It’s the memories surrounding our work which led us to receive that award that I will treasure for the rest of my life. From underwriting more than 2,000 nights of safety and warmth for homeless youth, to joining my father in saving 100+ homeless animals in a single day, my team and I have so much to be proud of. But it’s YOU that makes this possible. Your partnership with Mark Miller Subaru helps us fulfill this mission of doing good in our community. So, from the bottom of my heart, and on behalf of the charitable organizations we support, thank you! As you know, and in true Subaru fashion, Mark Miller Subaru isn’t afraid to take the road less traveled. As I reflect on Mark Miller Subaru’s 5-decades of service and business in Utah, I continue to be proud of how we’re disrupting the automotive industry both locally and nationally. From changing the way automotive stores do business, to helping create a common mentality that dealerships should do more for the community than sell cars, I know that Mark Miller Subaru has left an immeasurable ‘MARK’ on our world. But that’s not just my doing! I owe so much of our success to the 250+ human employees, and our one canine employee, who are committed to making our business better. We’re one team, with one mission, and one common purpose: to change the world. With that, I’m thrilled with the opportunity to provide you with Mark Miller Subaru’s 2018 Annual Report. You’ll hopefully learn more about our work in the community through the tenants of the Subaru Love Promise. The report also highlights the impressive Subaru Lineup, including the all-new, 2020 Subaru Outback on page 31. This completely redesigned Outback is the most adventurous, most reliable, safest, best Subaru Outback ever! We’re truly honored to be a part of this community! On behalf of my family, both at home and inside of our store, may 2019 be even more delightful, memorable, and successful than 2018. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for sharing your Subaru journey with us!
Call, Email or Text Jeff! Jeff Miller General Manager
jeffm@markmiller.com Office: 801-553-5216 | Mobile: 801-971-2271
TABLE OF
CONTENTS 1 | Retailer of the Year Award 2 | Ballington and Maud Booth Award 4 | Other Awards and Accolades 5 | Do Good Feel Good 7 | Principles of Love 9 | Love Promise 14 | Express Service Exhibit 15 | Mark Miller Subaru In The News 19 | Share The Love 21 | What’s Suba Bleu Been Up To? 23 | 2019 Events 25 | Subaru 2019-2020 Product Line 37 | Our Top Nine Stargazing Spots 39 | Learning at Home with Discovery Gateway 41 | For the Kids Back Cover | Rent-A-Car and Collision Center
Check out our Express Service Exhibit at the Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum Page 14
CONGRATULATIONS
TO THE PEOPLE OF MARK MILLER SUBARU!
The Mark Miller Subaru family lives by the motto “Leave a Mark.” And in Salt Lake City, there are not many places where they have not. Committed to Their Customers It starts in their store, where customer after customer raves about being treated far better than they would have ever expected. From the concierge delivery program that helps drivers better understand their new vehicles, to a full-service café for waiting customers, the staff at Mark Miller Subaru makes the experience comfortable and memorable. As recipients of the Subaru Love Promise Customer Commitment Award from 2012 through 2018 and the 2016 Utah Ethical Leadership Most Ethical Business Award, their commitment is indisputable.
Committed to Their Community It is no surprise for them that doing the right thing goes beyond running a car business. Whether helping homeless teens find a safe place to sleep and have a meal, or rescuing stray animals, the Miller family’s community commitment is unwavering. Overall, they have donated 9,475 overnight stays for homeless youth through Volunteers of America. And in partnership with Nuzzles & Co., they have helped save 125,000 homeless animals roaming the nearby Navajo and Ute Reservations. In recognition of excellence in customer experience and extraordinary commitment to their community, along with $7.4 million in charitable donations over the past seven years, it is our honor to name Mark Miller Subaru the 2018 Subaru Love Promise Retailer of the Year.
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Congratulations to the people of Mark Miller Subaru and Subaru of America on being selected as the national recipients of the 2019 Ballington and Maud Booth Award, Volunteers of America’s Highest Honor! A letter from the national affiliate of Volunteers of America: Each year, Volunteers of America honors someone who epitomizes the American spirit of community service and civic involvement. Your incredible work to improve the lives of homeless youth through our Volunteers of America Utah affiliate has been a tremendous inspiration. Subaru’s Love Promise Community Commitment exemplifies our mission to reach and uplift all people. The impact you have made locally, coupled with Subaru Corporation’s dedication to strengthening humanity, wholly embodies the Ballington and Maud Booth Award: our organization’s highest honor. As the founders of Volunteers of America, Ballington and Maud Booth advocated for the homeless, the frail elderly and at-risk children and families, establishing a tradition of caring for those most in need within American society. Like you and Subaru, they practiced compassion and guided their neighbors through their present challenges until they could realize a brighter future. Thanks to your contributions,
including your astounding commitment to Maud’s Café, our homeless youth have a stable environment in which to grow into thriving, self-sufficient adults. The Booths’ passion continues to be at the heart of what we do today and why an award in their name is reserved for exemplary individuals like you. Past honorees include First Lady Laura Bush, former U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young, baseball player Cal Ripken, Jr., University of Miami president Donna Shalala, Gen. Eric Shinseki and fast-food tycoon Dave Thomas, among other community, national and world-wide philanthropists. With warm regards, Jatrice Martel Gaiter Executive Vice President, External Affairs
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BECAUSE NOTHING FEELS BETTER THAN GIVING LOVE AWAY TOTAL DONATIONS SINCE 2010
$2,075,718.20 When you buy a Subaru, you help Mark Miller Subaru change the world. Thank you!
CONGRATULATIONS
MARK MILLER SUBARU! Other Awards and Accolades Gold Recognition “The American Heart Association has defined best practices for employers to use to build a culture of health for their employees in the workplace. The American Heart Association’s Workplace Health Achievement Index measures the extent to which the company has implemented those workplace health best practices. Companies recognized at the Gold level have achieved an Index score of 175 - 217 out of a maximum 217 points.”
Utah Philanthropy Day Corporate Spirit of Giving Award This award recognizes a for-profit business that has demonstrated its outstanding commitment to philanthropy and community service by providing direct financial support, leadership involvement, volunteer participation and commitment of its workforce, and by becoming a role model for other businesses in our community.
September Love Promise Awards Every month, Subaru of America recognizes the most inspiring stories from hundreds of Subaru retailers across the country who strive to support our Love Promise Community Commitment. Retailers like Mark Miller Subaru are continually making positive changes in the communities where they live and work, so visit regularly to see which new stories made our monthly highlights.
Customer & Community Commitment Award This distinguished award nationally recognized Subaru retailers who show noteworthy commitment to their customers and their communities. Only elite Subaru retailers who exhibit remarkable dedication to both pillars of the Love Promise — exceptional service to their customers and extraordinary work in their communities — can earn this award.
Mark Miller Inducted into the Hall of Fame Mark joins a distinguished group of 66 inviduals who have all been inducted into the New Car Dealers of Utah Hall of Fame since the program began in 1923. This group of individuals represents those who’ve made the greatest positive impact to the Utah economy and community through their business efforts.
Silver Davey Award for Experiential and Immersive Marketing Featuring the Discovery Gateway Express Service Exhibit The new Mark Miller Subaru Express Service Exhibit engages young children to learn about the science that drives vehicles like the Subaru Ascent. Work under the hood, change the oil, and fill the Ascent with gas! Science is a powerful tool, and with Mark Miller Subaru and the all-new Subaru Ascent’s help, this exhibit is sure to inspire children for generations to come.
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DO GOOD
FEEL GOOD Do Good Feel Good was Mark Miller Subaru’s first big campaign of 2018, and featured our amazing Love Promise Partners: Subaru Loves to Care: Volunteers of America Homeless Youth Center Subaru Loves Pets: Nuzzles & Co. Pet Rescue and Adoption Subaru Loves the Earth: HEAL Utah Subaru Loves to Help: The Malinois Foundation Subaru Loves Learning: Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum For every car sold during the month of May, customers were able to choose one Love Promise partner to receive a $75 donation from Mark Miller Subaru, resulting in nearly $30,000 donated to charity!
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Though the donations are the highlight of Do Good Feel Good, throughout the month, Suba Bleu Miller was busy doing his own good for others in our community through Random Acts of Kindness. For example, he paid for people’s coffee, hid gift cards in library books, delivered donuts to police officers, and left quarters on vending machines. The month concluded with Suba Bleu Miller, Mark Miller Subaru’s five Love Promise Partners and Mix 105.1 hosting a Celebration to bring the community together for a check presentation, and to give away the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek to one lucky individual out of 100 finalists. The 2018 Community Day featured coffee from Maud’s Café, Service Animal education and activities with the Malinois Foundation, family challenges with Discovery Gateway, a puppy snuggle lounge from Nuzzles & Co., a blow-up slide powered by a solar trailer provided by HEAL Utah’s partner, Creative Energies, and finally, the ‘Do Gouda’ sandwich from Even Stevens.
Looking for a Golden Key? To celebrate the 2019 Do Good Feel Good campaign, Mark Miller Subaru is excited to giveaway a 2019 Subaru Forester! The location of Key #5, our Final Golden Key, is hidden in the crossword puzzle below. Complete the sentence by locating all of the hidden words. Once done, email a picture of your completed puzzle to lovepromise@markmiller.com for your next clue. So go on and just take a shot! Key #5 will be found where #HeartMARKsTheSpot.
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MARK MILLER SUBARU’S
PRINCIPLES OF LOVE
When it comes to being part of the traditional dealership stigma, we’re not afraid to do things differently. We know that these principles keep us on track to help our customers not only get into the car they want, but have a great time doing it and leave with a feeling of satisfaction and trust.
Promise Price We’re proud to be Utah’s only Negotiation Free Subaru Retailer! With Promise Price everyone at Mark Miller Subaru gets an upfront, competitive, and transparent price right from the beginning. So instead of spending hours negotiating a fair price, we give it to you from the start! Trade-In Guarantee – We Buy Even If You Don’t In the unlikely event you aren’t able to find the perfect car at Mark Miller Subaru, you can have peace of mind knowing that you’ll still get a great offer on your trade. Non-Commissioned Sales Staff Our sales staff is dedicated to helping find the car that’s right for you. We are committed to a no pressure sales experience. (48 HR) Money-Back Guarantee Within 2 business days of purchasing your new car, if you decide it wasn’t everything you hoped for, bring it back. No questions asked.
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Give Back Through the Subaru Love Promise, we commit to giving back to our community, regardless of whether it’s good for the bottom line. We believe in giving back to the community. That’s why we’ve donated over $2.0 million dollars to charity. Mark Miller Subaru was honored to receive Utah’s “Best of State” awards for Individual Humanitarian and Corporate Philanthropy in 2017. Subaru of America loves us too! We were recently named Subaru’s Love Promise Retailer of the Year. We’re the only Subaru Retailer in the United States to hold this distinguished honor for 2018!
Love the Earth Subaru owners love the great outdoors, and Mark Miller Subaru is committed to preserving it. We care what happens with our community and environment. In addition to our many green initiatives, Mark Miller Subaru is Utah’s only Subaru Retailer harvesting energy from the sun to power our dealerships! Mark Miller Subaru, in partnership with Tree Utah, has planted nearly 20,000 trees along the Wasatch Front! “Home is Where The Hawk Is!” We’re proud partners of HawkWatch Int. and, through this partnership, have built hundreds of Nesting Boxes for the American Kestrel. By monitoring the Kestrel, we can monitor the overall health of our precious ecosystem.
Be a ‘Home-AwayFrom-Home’
Treat Everyone Like Family
Mark Miller Subaru is not only a safe place to shop, it’s a fun place to visit, eat, service, and play for our team members, guests and their dogs.
Nothing is more important to us than creating meaningful, life-long relationships with our team members, guests and their dogs.
Café We’re proud to be Utah’s only Subaru retailer with fullservice cafés at both Mark Miller Subaru locations. And as always, our café’s offer healthy lunch and snack specials every day and coffee, soda, and bottled water are always on the house!
We’re proud to be Utah’s only Subaru retailer with a fully staffed Concierge team. In the event you need help with your new Subaru, a member of our Subaru Concierge team will travel to you (your home, office, a grocery store – you name the place, we’ll be there) to help you navigate owning a new Subaru!
Discovery Gateway Children’s Exhibits Kids should enjoy their time visiting Mark Miller Subaru! That’s why we’ve partnered with Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum to create fun places to “Discover the Power of Play” at Mark Miller Subaru! Our miniature museum exhibits offer children opportunities to play and learn while visiting our store.
Mark Miller Subaru is also Utah’s only Subaru Retailer offering a FREE Service Valet as part of our Maintain The Love maintenance program. This special program, called Mark Miller Direct, ensures that your schedule doesn’t miss a beat! When the time comes for your car to be serviced, Mark Miller Subaru will send a member of our concierge team to pick-up your car and drop off a loaner.
Dog Play Areas Just like you, Mark Miller Subaru Loves Pets! That’s why we’ve built a play area, called “Bleu’s Backyard,” for your furry companions at our Midtown location. Pets are part of our family too, that’s why dogs are always welcome at Mark Miller Subaru!
You become a member of our family when you shop at Mark Miller Subaru. And as a member of our family, you get all kinds of cool benefits and free stuff! Like free tickets to all the coolest festivals, discounts to movies at the Megaplex, and so much more.
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THE SUBARU LOVE PROMISE IS SIMPLY THAT.
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Recycle Utah empowers people to lead sustainable lives through recycling services, environmental education and outreach programs for community members of all ages.
The Sharing Place has a mission to provide a safe and caring environment for grieving children, teens, and their families to share their feelings while healing themselves.
Nuzzles & Co. has a mission to protect animals. To provide a loving, nurturing place where they can get healthy and learn positive behaviors before finding loving homes for each one of them. They also work to educate people on the humane treatment of animals.
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IT’S A PROMISE. IT’S MARK MILLER SUBARU’S PROMISE TO DO WHAT’S RIGHT IN OUR COMMUNITY. IT’S OUR PROMISE TO LEAVE A MARK ON THE LIVES OF OTHERS.
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Volunteers of America, Utah provides a bridge to self-reliance and health for vulnerable individuals and populations who struggle with homelessness, addiction and mental illness in our Wasatch Front communities.
Discovery Gateway’s mission is to inspire children of all ages and abilities to imagine, discover and connect with their world to make a difference.
The Malinois Foundation has a mission to provide service dog training to Veterans and Americans in need with both physical and/or mental impairments, and to educate communities on the importance and effectiveness of service animals.
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LOVE PROMISE STORIES A HIGHLIGHT OF OUR MARK IN 2018 1 Year, 15 Imprezas, 60k miles, 8,600 Lives Touched Over the past 12 months, and with the generous support of Mark Miller Subaru, employees and community members of Volunteers of America, Utah have driven more than 60,000 miles across our state, inside of 15 Subaru Imprezas, allowing us to touch the lives of over 8,600 individuals experiencing homelessness, mental illness, and addiction. While these individuals may not have the financial, mental, or physical capacity to own a Subaru of their own, we believe that this should not preclude them from receiving the love and care that a Subaru can so delicately and generously deliver. These Subaru Imprezas empower us to reach those who need our help, and they do so safely throughout the year. This includes, of particular importance, delivering support to individuals who’ve taken
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shelter outdoors in the mountain valleys along the Wasatch Front. As one of the VOA’s Homeless Outreach Supporters, Mark Miller Subaru has helped to make this outreach effort possible. From assisting with financial contributions to collecting critical resources, such as food, clothing, and health care products, we’re able to aid the most vulnerable humans among us. When others look beyond the timid, lost, and sometimes fearful eyes of those in need of help, Volunteers of America and Mark Miller Subaru embrace these souls with open and devoted arms. That’s because every human on earth is deserving of compassion and love. It’s so fitting that we’re able to deliver care in a Subaru because, after all, it’s Love that makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
Paws and Patriots When members of the armed forces head into battle, they do so selflessly with a sense of pride and love for our country. These brave men and women sacrifice so much to protect and defend the freedoms that civilians enjoy on a daily basis. Upon their return, though, many service members find it difficult to reintegrate back into society because of the difficult circumstances they faced while in active duty. Mark Miller Subaru believes wholeheartedly that we have a social responsibility to help ‘ease’ their transition home because, after all, our ‘home’ – this country we all love - exists because of their brave service. One of the ways Mark Miller Subaru is able to support Veterans in our community is through our partnership with The Malinois Foundation. The Foundation is a local charity that provides fully-trained and accredited service animals for Veterans who’ve experienced mental, emotional, or physical trauma because of their service.
partners like the South Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce, Mark Miller Subaru was honored to place a newly trained service animal, Nicholas, with an Army Veteran during the annual ‘Paws and Patriots’ campaign. Paws and Patriots has one simple goal: to place services animals into the hands, hearts, and homes of the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much in service to our country. Dan, the Army Veteran who received Nicholas, had his entire world turned upside down during a 2008 military deployment in eastern Europe, where he became very
While providing a service animal for a Veteran doesn’t erase their lived experience while serving in the armed forces, studies show that “Veterans with service dogs had significantly lower levels of PTSD symptomology than those who did not have a service dog. They also had lower levels of depression, lower anxiety and increased social
Mark Miller Subaru believes wholeheartedly that we have a social responsibility to help ‘ease’ their transition home because, after all, our ‘home’ – this country we all love - exists because of their brave service. participation.” Sadly, though, access to service animals is limited due to the financial investment required to fully train a service animal. In fact, the average cost of a service animal is anywhere between $20,000 - $40,000 depending on their training. That’s where Mark Miller Subaru, with the generous support of Subaru of America, comes to their aide. Working with the Malinois Foundation and community
After the ceremony, Army veteran Daniel Seelye, his wife, Keri, and their kids Max, Evelyn, Olivia and Violet (in the far back) sit with Nick the service dog at Fashion Place Mall in Murray on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018.
ill, and eventually developed the diagnosis of Addison’s disease. Upon receiving Nicholas during a placement ceremony, Dan mentioned that one of his biggest desires for a service dog was so he could stop being such a burden on his wife, and he said that Nicholas has already improved his life in just one weekend. The power of the Subaru Love Promise is unmatched because, through it, we can change the world. It was Mark Miller Subaru’s honor to help change Dan’s world by helping him receive Nicholas. While Dan’s past may have once held him back, his future is bright in the hands, er, ‘paws,’ of Nicholas. pg
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EXPRESS SERVICE EXHIBIT Subaru’s commitment to “Love Learning” means more than just giving money away... It means creating meaningful experiences that could change the course of a person’s life for the better! Mark Miller Subaru and Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum are doing just that with the addition of the “Mark Miller Subaru Express Service Exhibit” now open in Salt Lake City, Utah. Our collective goal is to potentially change the ‘life trajectory’ of the nearly 250,000 children who visit Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum each year. “As vehicles become more technically advanced, the need for highly skilled technicians continues to increase. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates the number of qualified technicians needed nationwide will rise to around 780,000 by the year 2024, representing a 5% YOY increase in demand” (Subaru University). With this knowledge, Mark Miller Subaru approached Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum with an idea: ‘could we create an experience inside of the Museum, and under the banner of Subaru Loves Learning, that offered young children an opportunity to explore and learn about automotive science?’ Without hesitation, Discovery Gateway said yes! After all, their mission is to inspire children of all ages and abilities to imagine, discover, and connect with their world to make a difference. By providing youth with unique learning experiences in their most formative years, experiences that inspire curiosity and passion, we can effectively address the growing needs of future society. The new Mark Miller Subaru Express Service exhibit at Discovery Gateway was designed to accomplish just that! And on August 31, 2018, after nearly six months of rigorous planning and construction, the Mark Miller Subaru Express Service Exhibit became a reality! This new, hands-on, and innovative space for learning features a child-sized, but still larger-than-life, 2019 Subaru Ascent! Children now have the opportunity to work under the hood on the Ascent’s Boxer Engine, change the oil, tighten lug nuts on all four tires, fill the gas tank, and other tasks that help teach kids the science that drives the Subaru Ascent. After getting into their uniform, young visitors’ step into
After getting into their uniform, young visitors will step into the role as a Certified Subaru Technician and will begin working on the Ascent. Young children will ‘discover the power of play’ as they learn the science that drives vehicles like the Subaru Ascent!
the role of a Subaru Technician and begin completing important tasks that help define the profession. Mark Miller Subaru and Discovery Gateway believe that it is important for our youth to have these sorts of hands-on learning experiences. It will be these experiences that help shape a child’s future and, subsequently, the future of Subaru.
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MARK MILLER SUBARU #BACKSTHEBLUE Salt Lake County’s Police Force has been tested with challenging and unfortunate situations in the recent past. In fact, South Salt Lake’s LEO community lost its first peacekeeper, Officer David Romrell, towards the end of 2018. The loss of Officer Romrell sent shockwaves thru the County and, more intimately, the small community of South Salt Lake, the home of Mark Miller Subaru Midtown, a City that Officer Romrell worked tirelessly to keep safe. Officer Romrell, he gave-up everything, including his wife and new-born baby, in service to our community. Members of the Mark Miller Subaru team know that there is real and unmatched power in the Subaru Love Promise. It’s thru the Love Promise that we can lift those around us, especially those individuals in their greatest time of need. That’s why, following the passing of Officer Romrell, every manager on the Mark Miller Subaru team donated a portion of their Holiday paychecks to gift to Officer Romrell’s family. This donation was presented to Officer Romrell’s family, in honor of the Miller Family, with a note that read: “Officer David Romrell was an American Hero who dedicated his life to selflessly protect the lives of others. First as a Marine who valiantly served numerous deployments in Afghanistan to his passionate service to South Salt Lake City as a Law Enforcement Officer. Our hearts are broken to learn of his tragic death. Mark Miller Subaru stands with Officer Romrell’s wife, his 4-month-old baby, our Law Enforcement Community, and the City of South Salt Lake in this period of mourning.” In addition to raising money for Officer Romrell’s family over the holidays, Mark Miller Subaru, with the generous support of Subaru of America, also helped cover travel expenses for members of South Salt Lake’s Police Department to travel to Washington D.C. to honor Officer Romrell’s life during Police Memorial week at our Nation’s Capital. Police Officers are usually overworked, underpaid, and under-appreciated, but they continue to proudly wear their uniform and badge each day in the name of something bigger than themselves... they do it in the name of peace. Members of the Mark Miller Subaru team would be remiss without recognizing their courage, dedication, and sacrifice. These selfless Law Enforcement Officers are our heroes, and we are so grateful to them for their service!
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MARK MILLER SUBARU IN THE NEWS
Gift of Service Dog Gives Utah Veteran New Hope Deseret News • December 19, 2018
Car Dealer Donated Five Benches to Salt Lake City’s Herman Franks Dog Park
Daniel Seelye enlisted in the United States Army with the intention of helping soldiers and their families with emotional distress. Never in his wildest dreams would he believe he’d need similar help of his own. His issues aren’t related to combat, necessarily, but the soldier’s entire world turned upside down during a 2008 military deployment in eastern Europe. “I started feeling very ill really quickly,” said Seelye, of Hyrum. Extreme exhaustion and general sickness led to an eventual diagnosis of Addison’s disease, a disorder that affects the function of his adrenal gland and is caused by an autoimmune response. He suffers a variety of debilitating symptoms, including fatigue and weakness,
Fox 13 Utah • February 15, 2019 A local car dealer made a Valentine’s Day donation on behalf of Salt Lake City residents and their four-legged friends. Jeff Miller and Suba Bleu Miller of Mark Miller Subaru donated five new park benches to Herman Franks Dog Park Thursday. “While taking Suba Bleu Miller, Mark Miller Subaru’s four-legged employee, to our local dog park, members of my team noticed the growing number of broken plastic lawn chairs that would cycle through the park. Because there was a lack of seating in the park, residents would bring their own lawn chairs for respite. These plastic chairs, however, aren’t very durable and would eventually end up broken and in the garbage. This became a vicious cycle that we wanted to help end. My team and I sincerely hope that this donation will stop this cycle and will help keep Herman Franks Dog Park a clean, sustainable, and enjoyable spot for humans and dogs alike,” Jeff Miller wrote in a news release. Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski accepted the donation on behalf of SLC residents and thanked the Millers for the donation. “This is definitely one of the best Valentine’s Day gifts a mayor can receive! When companies like Mark Miller Subaru invest in our community, they invest in all of us. I am sure these new benches will become a great place for people to relax as their dogs get some exercise. I can’t wait to bring my dogs, Eva and Ember here,” Biskupski wrote.
as well as skin discoloration and neurological problems because of his disease, which occurred during his on-duty, overseas assignment. But perhaps the biggest impact of the soldier’s ailing health was felt by the family’s finances, as Seelye was out of work for almost a decade. “It was the toughest time of my life,” the father of four young kids said Wednesday. “I was homebound for a really long time.” There is no cure for Addison’s and treatment requires longterm medication and monitoring. He can’t be on his feet for long periods of time, getting up from sitting is unexpectedly hard, and being able to reach things is sometimes difficult. Thankfully, however, none of it is too much for his new best friend, Nick, a 10-month-old golden retriever-border
collie mix, who was able to go home with the Seelye family for good on Wednesday. The service dog is a gift from the local Service Paws and Patriots program, supported by a number of sponsors, but, particularly, the Malinois Foundation, Mark Miller Subaru and the South Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce.
Puppy Stolen from Humane Society Finds New Family ABC 4 News • December 3, 2018 A story of a stolen puppy that captured the attention of many now has a happy ending. Cookie, 2-month-old black and tan Cairn Terrier, was recently stolen from the Humane Society of Utah but found later thanks to police in the Meridian Police Department in Idaho. Cookie, now named Lucy, has her forever home after she was adopted by Mark Miller Subaru employee, Pete Phillbrook. The Phillbrook family met the puppy after she returned to Salt Lake City and fell in love. Lucy now has an older sister named Abby who is also a Cairn Terrier. Lucy’s adoption fee was covered by Mark Miller Subaru and Subaru of
America through their community charity initiative Subaru Love Promise. “The Subaru Love Promise is truly an incredible initiative,” says Mike Aguilar, director of Marketing for Mark Miller Subaru, “because we get to help turn horrible situations into something magical. Cookie’s destiny was unknown following her tragic disappearance, but now, with her return to Salt Lake City, her future is bright. I personally know the Philbrook family, and I know that this sweet 2-month-old puppy will live a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life. I’m so honored that Subaru helped make this possible!”
Nonprofit Teams Up With Mark Miller to Rescue Dozens of Dogs, Fly Them to Utah for Treatment Fox 13 Utah • May 31, 2018 A Utah non-profit, Nuzzles & Co., organizes animal rescues every year in the Navajo Nation near Kayenta, Arizona. Thursday was the largest mission this year. Starting at 5:45 a.m., volunteers loaded Mark Miller’s plane with kennels to bring back dogs and cats in need of immediate care from the reservation. “Down here on the reservation there’s a big issue with homeless animals and animals running stray,” said Jeff Miller, general manager for Mark Miller Subaru— who donated Subarus to transport more animals. Once the plane landed, volunteers took the kennels to one of the four animal shelters on the reservation. When the rescue missions first started in 2014, Nuzzles & Co. CEO Kathleen Weron said a quarter of a million pets were homeless. Now the Navajo Reservation only has around 80,000 animals without homes. “A lot of these animals were dying on the street of starvation or dehydration, or had been hit by a car, or injured by other animals,” Weron said. “They’ve dodged semi-trucks, coyotes. They’ve been shooed away. They’ve been hungry, and they’ve searched for water, and they’ve been through a lot.” Weron and her volunteers will bring the animals, given to them by the shelters, back to Utah where they will receive immediate care and therapy. “They’ll get them all cleaned up, give them shots, get them vaccinated, give them blankets,” Miller said. “There’s a big group waiting for us back home to give them all baths.” Holding a blue-heeler, Weron said it’s hard to watch the animals suffering, but that she is filled with hope for their future. “A day like today changes his life, but it also changes the life of a human being as well,” Weron said. Nuzzles & Co. posted on Facebook that they reached their goal of rescuing 100 animals in Thursday’s rescue mission, which included two plane trips and a caravan of Subarus. “The last five animals rescued today were a group of five-day-old puppies found abandoned on the side of the road in a cardboard box,” Nuzzles & Co., posted on Facebook. “Now, these tiny pups have bellies full of milk and are headed to Utah with 95 other animals who are just beginning their journey to finding their forever homes.” Weron said most of the dogs from Thursday’s rescue will be ready for adoption within the next week. pg
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SHARE
THE LOVE During Mark Miller Subaru and Subaru of America’s annual Share the Love event, over $117,000 was donated to our two Share the Love partners, Nuzzles & Co. Pet Rescue & Adoption and Volunteers of America’s Homeless Youth Resource Center. These funds were split between the two charity partners to help them continue to achieve their individual missions. NUZZLES & CO
$64,060 RAISED VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA, UTAH
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Nuzzles & Co. Pet Rescue and Adoption has a mission to protect animals. To provide a loving, nurturing place where animals can get healthy and learn positive behaviors before finding loving homes for each one of them. Nuzzles & Co. has a 16,000 square foot rescue ranch where animals receive necessary medical attention and training, as well as lots of love before they head to the adoption center in Park City, where animals are able to get a second chance at life. One of the most special things about Nuzzles & Co., is that they specifically look to rescue and save the most vulnerable animals in our community who are on euthanasia lists at other shelters due to old age or illness. They also focus their attention on rescuing animals from Indian Reservations, where there are tens of thousands of animals that roam freely, living in desolation in the desert. Due to Nuzzles & Co’s efforts, they’ve been able to reduce homeless animals on Indian Reservations from close to 400,000, down to 75,000.
Volunteers of America (VOA) provides many services to those in need in our community, but in our opinion, one of the most important ways that they serve our community is through their Homeless Youth Resource Center. Through the Homeless Youth Resource Center, the VOA provides year-round support for individuals living on the street through basic need items, education assistance, employment services and housing assistance. These youth who are living on the streets or in Utah’s vast mountain range have nowhere else to go, and are the most vulnerable. So the VOA go to them to bring them food and clothing, check on their safety, and gain their trust, so eventually, they feel comfortable to come to the shelter. Once Volunteers of America is able to build a relationship, youth might come to the shelter to have a shower, do laundry or get some food. But eventually, they can do more than meet their basic needs. They can assist them with getting identification, helping them complete their education, seek employment, find housing, and get them the mental health and addiction counseling they need. The support provided by Volunteers of America has a goal of opening the door to self-sufficiency and happiness for the most vulnerable youth in our community.
Mark Miller Subaru offered many other ways for the community to get involved, including putting up ‘Share the Love Giving Trees’ in locations throughout the community, providing individuals with an opportunity to still support these two amazing organizations, even if they weren’t in the market for a new Subaru. ‘Suba Bleu Cider’ was also brought back for the second year in a row, with the help of Mountain West Hard Cider, which was available at 9 different restaurants throughout the city, and provided a $1 donation to Nuzzles & Co. and Volunteers of America for every bottle sold. Throughout Share the Love, Mark Miller Subaru also offered ‘12 Days of Free Family Fun,’ which provided families with fun and free activities to bring them together during the holidays. Some of these activities included a Utah Jazz Basketball Game, Megaplex Movies, Ornament Decorating, a night at Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum and a Utah Grizzlies Hockey Game. Because being with your family is the most important part of the holidays. pg
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WHAT’S SUBA BLEU BEEN UP TO?
Good Men in Kilts When asked to participate in the ‘Good Men in Kilts’ campaign to help raise funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities, Suba Bleu Miller jumped at the opportunity! Bleu teamed up with Ollie (Ronald McDonald House Charities Therapy Dog), they put on their kilts, went out into the community and started ‘begging’ for donations. After a month-long campaign, and many events rocking their kilts, Suba Bleu and Ollie were able to raise over $5,000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities! Funds are used to help keep families with sick children together, and near to the medical care and resources they need.
Home Visits To help students in our community prepare to return to school, Suba Bleu figured out what supplies different classrooms were in need of, and got to work! He was able to purchase all sorts of supplies, such as tissues, markers, pencils, snacks, and even a printer for a classroom in a portable, where the teacher struggled to make copies without leaving her students unattended. Of course, Suba Bleu made sure to deliver the items himself so he could stop in and get some love in return!
Random Acts of Kindness Nothing feels better than giving love away, which is what Suba Bleu was able to do all year long! Through his Random Acts of Kindness, Bleu hoped to brighten people’s day and encourage them to pay it forward. He passed out flowers to individuals at the park, he hid gift cards in books at the library and in shopping carts at the grocery store, he paid for people’s coffee, left quarters in vending machines and much more! Suba Bleu’s Random Acts of Kindness is a good reminder that you can do something small, but make a big impact.
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Coming Soon
ADVENTURES OF SUBA BLEU AND HARVEY Best Friends, Harvey and Bleu, set out on an adventure to ‘leave their MARK’ within their local community. That’s because there is no person too young, or dog ‘too canine’ to make the world a better place.
Introducing the newest cohost of The Place, Suba Bleu Miller! Mark Miller Subaru’s Love Promise Ambassador will join the place twice a month to share messages about various charities, adoption opportunities, and community events. Learn more or watch Bleu live at https://fox13now.com/
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 18TH, 2019
AWARDS
& ACCOLADES Subaru. Kelley Blue Book’s Most Trusted Brand for five years running.
Subaru is rated #1 in owner satisfaction, according to the American Consumer Satisfaction Index.
All tested 2019 Subaru models with EyeSight® and Steering Responsive Headlights are an IIHS Top Safety Pick.
Subaru has the lowest 5-Year Cost to Own of all brands for 2019, according to Kelley Blue Book.
Subaru has more 2019 IIHS TSP+ winners when equipped with EyeSight® and Steering Responsive Headlights than any other brand.
Newsweek has named Subaru one of the Most Desired Automotive Brands.
Subaru is the 2019 Top Brand for Residual Value
Subaru has been named one of America’s Most Reputable Companies-2018 by Forbes. pg
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2019-2020
PRODUCT LINE
2020 Subaru
Outback PAGE 31
2019 Subaru
Ascent PAGE 27
2019 Subaru
Forester PAGE 29 pg
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2019 Subaru
Crosstrek PAGE 33
2020 Subaru
Legacy PAGE 34
2019 Subaru
Impreza PAGE 35
2019 Subaru
WRX PAGE 36
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2019 SUBARU ASCENT | STARTING AT $31,995
Love just got a whole lot bigger.
8.7 Inches of Ground Clearance
5,000-Pound Towing Capacity
Conquer rough terrain with 8.7 inches of ground clearance and standard X-MODE, which optimizes the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for maximum traction on slippery surfaces. X-MODE also incorporates Hill Descent Control for stability and confidence when descending more difficult grades.
The 2019 Ascent offers the most towing capacity of any Subaru vehicle ever, along with an available Class III trailer hitch and wide selection of Thule racking accessories so you can bring along all the gear you’ll need for all the places you’ll be able to go.
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High-Strength Steel Body Structure The 2019 Ascent is built on the Subaru Global Platform using extensive high-strength steel. With great durability, rigidity and vibration resistance, the Ascent platform is designed to provide a quiet interior and excellent driving feel now and for years to come.
With spacious and flexible seating for seven or eight passengers, the all-new Subaru Ascent is the biggest, move versatile Subaru SUV ever built! Packed with the latest technology, the Ascent offers the confidence of Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with the fuel efficiency of a 4-cylinder engine. And it never forgets that the passengers in the third row should enjoy the ride as much as those up front.
10 FEATURES THAT MAKE THE ASCENT A MUST-HAVE 1. A direct-injection, turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine provides plenty of power without sacrificing fuel efficiency.
7. The largest Subaru vehicle, the Ascent has room for up to eight people, and plenty of cargo space for all your essentials.
2. 8.7 inches of ground clearance plus standard X-MODE for all-conditions confidence.
8. The Ascent is equipped with the latest technology, including:
3. A range of trim levels, from Base to Touring, offer everything from value to full luxury. 4. As part of Subaru Core Technology, Symmetrical AllWheel Drive is standard. It’s baked into our DNA! 5. The turbocharged engine and Lineartronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) allow the Ascent to tow up to 5,000 pounds. 6. Cups and water bottles can be easily stored in all three rows thanks to a total of 19 cup holders.
- Standard EyeSight2 Driver Assist Technology for an extra set of eyes on the road, every time you drive - Standard SUBARU STARLINK3 Multimedia with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, plus available 8.0inch touch-screen 9. Second-row captain’s chairs or bench seating are available. 10. Air vents, USB ports and reading lights are available to all passengers, offering convenience regardless of which row you’re sitting in. Nobody is going to be jealous of anybody else in the vehicle! pg
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2019 SUBARU FORESTER | STARTING AT $24,295
2019 Subaru
Forester Available with Subaru’s exclusive “DriverFocus” safety technology – making its world debut on the all new Forester! • Roomiest, most capable Forester to date
• Updated 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine
• Standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology
• New Sport model with unique exterior and interior
• Subaru Global Platform: quietness, stability, agility
• Standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
• Available new segment-exclusive DriverFocus safety technology
• Panoramic moonroof
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The all-new 2019 Subaru Forester®. With up to 76.1 cubic feet of cargo space, you can bring a lot of anything. Like a Forester-Ful of some of Suba Bleu’s favorites:
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TENNIS BALLS
SNEAKERS
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2020 SUBARU OUTBACK | PRICING TBD
Introducing the all-new 2020 Subaru Outback.
Go where love takes you.
2020 Subaru
Outback The all-new, most adventurous, most reliable, safest, best Subaru Outback ever is coming this Fall. The 2020 Outback features standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with up to 33 MPG. With upgrades to safety, capability, comfort and technology — including a new, tablet-sized high-resolution touchscreen interface — the allnew, most advanced Outback now offers Subaru DriverFocus™ Distraction Mitigation System for the first time ever. And it’s still designed to be the long-lasting and dependable adventure companion you love, with 98% of Outback vehicles sold in the last 10 years still on the road today.
The Most Comnfortable Outback Interior Ever
Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive + up to 33 MPG
Introducing the 2020 Subaru Outback Onyx Edition XT!
The 2020 Outback interior is completely redesigned, delivering extra comfort with high-quality softtouch materials, premium trim, and contrast stitching throughout the cabin. Available soft, genuine Nappa Leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats and steering wheel provide a more premium experience than ever before. In the dash, an all-new 11.6-inch STARLINK Multimedia touchscreen is available with features like standard Apple CarPlay® and Android™ Auto integration.
The 2020 Outback gives you the allweather, go-anywhere capability of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive while still delivering on efficiency. The standard direct-injection SUBARU BOXER® engine is more powerful — it now delivers 182 horsepower — and more advanced, with new Auto Start-Stop Technology for even better mileage around town. Paired with a Lineartronic® CVT, it can reach up to 33 MPG highway and over 600 miles of range
A Bold, New Breed of Outback! The ultimate in Outback capability and style, the all-new Outback Onyx Edition XT is powered by a 260-horsepower direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine. Standard dual-function X-MODE® optimizes the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for maximum traction on slippery surfaces and lets you choose specific settings for snow, dirt, and mud. The exterior features unique design accents including black-finished alloy wheels, mirrors, and rear badging. Inside, the theme continues with two-tone StarTex™ water-repellant upholstery and lime green stitching.
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2019 SUBARU CROSSTREK | STARTING AT $21,795
Love is out there.
Find it in the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek.
Quiet Comfort
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
Outfitted for Adventure
The 2019 Crosstrek interior is designed to be a comfortable basecamp for all of your adventures, with high-quality materials and an innovative acoustic windshield that helps reduce noise.
The balanced design of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive creates uniform stability and delivers an optimal distribution of power for maximum traction. It makes for improved handling, efficiency, and a quicker response to road conditions.
With 8.7 inches of ground clearance and available X-MODE® with Hill Descent Control — which electronically optimizes the engine, transmission, and other systems for increased traction in slippery conditions — Crosstrek provides peace of mind on almost any road.
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PRICING TBD | 2020 SUBARU LEGACY
Introducing the all-new 2020 Subaru Legacy.
Love. For all the right reasons. The safest, most reliable, most advanced, best Subaru Legacy ever is here and it’s completely redesigned — inside and out. The 2020 Legacy features enhanced safety and performance, a refined interior with even more comfort and style, and convenient technology upgrades including an all-new intuitive big-screen interface. Plus, with the award-winning safety of standard Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology and the newly available DriverFocus™ Distraction Mitigation System, the Legacy takes confidence and convenience to a new level.
SUBARU STARLINK™ Multimedia
360 Degrees of Visibility
The centerpiece of the completely redesigned Legacy interior is the available all-new 11.6-inch STARLINK Multimedia touchscreen. The stunning big-screen interface makes it easy and intuitive to customize entertainment options and delivers seamless control of the standard Apple CarPlay® and Android™ Auto integration.
The 2020 Legacy features a standard Rear-Vision Camera to provide extra safety when reversing. And a newly available 180-Degree Front View Monitor gives the same confidence that your path ahead is safe and clear.
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2019 SUBARU IMPREZA | STARTING AT $18,595
The 2019 Subaru Impreza.
It’s more than a car. It’s a Subaru.
Sedan and 5-Door Body Styles Everyone’s journey is different. That’s why the Impreza gives you the choice between a stylish sedan and a sporty 5-door hatchback.
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Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
152-hp Direct-Injection SUBARU BOXER® Engine
Using radar sensors, the Blind-Spot Detection system warns you with a visual indicator in each side mirror if it senses a vehicle in your blind spots. Rear Cross-Traffic Alert can help warn you of traffic approaching from the side as you are backing up, using an audible warning and flashing visual indicator in your side mirrors and Rear-Vision Camera display.
Drawn from more than 50 years of intelligent performance, the unique SUBARU BOXER®engine has pistons that move side to side, canceling out each other’s vibrations so it can run more smoothly and efficiently. This horizontal layout also offers better balance while delivering a maximum transfer of power. It also features direct injection for improved performance and fuel economy.
Available on: 2.0i Premium, 2.0i Sport, 2.0i Limited
STARTING AT $27,195 | 2019 SUBARU WRX
The 2019 Subaru WRX.
The best handling, best-performing WRX. Ever.
Designed to Dominate Corners
Breathtaking Performance
- Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- Direct-Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® Engine
- Vehicle Dynamics Control with Active Torque Vectoring
- Performance Package
- Quick-Ratio Steering and Aluminum Front Lower Control Arms
- High-Performance Brakes
- Track-Tuned Suspension
- Sport Lineartronic® Transmission
- 18-Inch Wheels
Flexible with Advanced Technology - SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia LED Steering Responsive Headlights and High Beam Assist - Premium Audio - EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology - Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert - SUBARU STARLINK® Safety and Security pg
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SUBARU FUN IN UTAH
FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY Mark Miller Subaru’s Top Nine Stargazing Spots Natural Bridges National Monument Imagine sitting out on a warm, moonless, summer night looking through a massive natural bridge where it’s Possible to see up to 15,000 stars throughout the sky. That is A lot of Stars! Lucky for us, Natural Bridges National Monument has made protecting its dark sky a priority. On March 6th, 2007, Natural Bridges National Monument became the first International Dark Sky Park certified by the International Dark-Sky Association. The goal of a Dark Sky Park is to preserve the skies and educate the public about light pollution and how they can make a difference.
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Cedar Breaks Come and enjoy the stunning river of light formed by the milky way at Cedar Breaks through their Astronomy Programs (aka “Star Parties”) throughout the summer. Cedar Breaks is the first in Southwestern Utah and 16th of the 417 National Park Service units to be designated as an International Dark Sky Park. And In 2016 readers of USA Today voted Cedar Breaks as the “Best National Park Night Experience.”
Arches National Park If you are like most people and live in or near a city, you may be surprised by how dark a moonless night at the Arches National Park can be. As you drive away from the Glow of urban settlement, a wealth of stars becomes
available for the naked eye to see. On a clear night, you can see hundreds of stars from just about anywhere in the park. However, if you would like our recommendation, try stargazing from these points: • Balanced Rock Picnic Area • The Windows • Garden of Eden Viewpoint • Panorama Point
Bryce Canyon National Park Bryce Canyon National Park has some of the most astonishing and captivating views of the Night sky. The park is so dark that on a moonless night you can see up to 5,000 Stars with your naked eye and maybe 200,000 with standard binoculars! With claims from National Parks services “that Venus and Jupiter are bright enough to make you cast a shadow!” There is no time to waste!
Antelope Island When you Stargaze on Antelope Island you’ll feel bad for your friends in Salt Lake City missing out. While they are going to sleep on a skimpy diet of 200 stars, you’re overindulging on the 1,500 stars visible from the west side of the island. Antelope island is the ninth park in the state of Utah to be recognized as a International Dark Sky Park by the International Dark Sky Park Association. As the biggest Island in the Great Salt Lake, Antelope Island has a Lot of Natural Beauty to offer both In the skies and below.
Stansbury Park If you are new to stargazing, and don’t know where to start, make sure to visit Stansbury Park during one of their monthly stargazing parties. Stansbury Park is owned and operated by the Salt Lake Astronomical Society, and during their monthly stargazing parties, amateur astronomers will set up their telescopes to let viewers check out the moon, planets and other wonders in the sky. One of the telescopes, the Clements, is thought to be the largest amateur-made optical telescope on Earth that is regularly available for use by the public.
Emigration Canyon If you’re looking for a quick stargazing trip, just head about 5 miles up Emigration Canyon, and set up along one of the many pull-outs along the road. You’ll get some light pollution from the valley, but this is a great location to watch for meteors and identify constellations.
Bonneville Salt Flats Just drive West on I-80, and you’ll enter the deserted, 30,000 acres of the Bonneville Salt Flats. The Salt Flats offers a break from city light pollution and with its low horizons, you’ll have a phenomenal view of the wide open skies.
Lake Powell When you visit Lake Powell late July to mid-August, you’ll find yourself in the perfect spot to catch some of the best meteor showers in Utah. Away from major light pollution from busy cities, it doesn’t get any better than looking up into the beautiful star-filled night sky from a boat in the middle of a serene lake.
Did You Know? Subaru is not only the single largest corporate donor to the US National Parks Foundation, but we also share our sustainability and zerolandfill expertise with the Parks. Our in-depth collaboration with the National Parks Foundation ensures that our National Parks are healthy and vibrant today, and for many years to come.
LEARNING AT HOME IS EASY! Learning at home is easy! Try these fun, creative, and engaging activities at home with your children. Parents are a child’s first and most important teacher and teaching your child through play creates lasting memories and a positive outlook towards learning and connecting with their world! These activities were handpicked by Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum educators as their favorite at-home activities and experiments! Watercolor Crayon Resist Painting
In this classic art activity, children will discover how different materials mix (or don’t mix!) together. The wax in crayons resists (repels) the watercolor away because the crayon wax is made from oil, and oil and water do not mix. Materials: Paper (thicker paper or watercolor paper works best) Crayons (lighter colors or white) Paint Brush Watercolor Paints (dark or bold colors) How to: 1. Draw a picture on the paper with crayons. 2. Use the water color to paint on the paper and the spots you colored with the crayon. Watch as the crayon resists the watercolor and comes to life on the paper! This is especially awesome when using white crayon on white paper.
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Picture Ideas: Cloudy Sky Rain/Rainbow Snowflakes Fireworks
Cloud in a Jar
Ever wonder how clouds are formed? This exciting science experiment puts children at the forefront of discovery as they make their own cloud while learning how clouds are formed! With the help of household items, your children can gain a deeper understanding of the world around them. Materials: A Jar with a Lid
Ice Cream Puffy Painting
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! In this activity, children can create their very own puffy ice cream painting using shaving cream, Elmer’s glue, and food coloring to mix up their favorite flavor.
About 1/3 cup Hot Water (or enough to fill the jar up halfway) Ice Cubes Hairspray How to:
Materials: Cardstock
1. Pour hot water into the jar. Swirl hot water around to warm up the sides of the jar.
Glue Stick
2. Put the lid upside down on top of the jar.
Elmer’s Glue
3. Place several ice cubes onto the lid and allow it to rest on the top of the jar for about 20 seconds.
Shaving Cream Food Coloring or Liquid Water Color Popsicle Sticks or Spoon Bowl Tempura Paint (optional) Q-tips (optional) How to: 1. Either draw your own ice cream cones or print out a template online on cardstock 2. Squirt equal parts glue and shaving cream into bowls (one per bowl per color) 3. Mix the glue and shaving cream together until it is a puffy, thick consistency 4. Ask children what their favorite flavor of ice cream is or have them make up their own flavor. Mix in food coloring or paint to create each color of ice cream. 6. Using a popsicle stick or spoon, show children how to spread the ice cream on, keeping the puffy paint consistency and not spreading it too thin. 7. Using tempura paint and Q-Tips, children can add in “mix-ins” such as blueberries or chocolate chips to their ice cream cones! 8. The paint will take several hours (up to 24 hours) to completely dry. Afterwards, you and your child will have a soft, puffy ice cream cone to hang on the fridge!
4. Remove the lid and quickly spray a bit of hairspray into the jar, replace the lid with the ice still on top. 5. Watch the cloud form! 6. When a good amount of condensation forms, remove the lid and watch the cloud escape into the air. What’s Happening? When you add the warm water to the jar, some of the water turns into water vapor. The water vapor rises to the top of the jar where it meets the cold air from the ice cubes. Water vapor turns from a gas to a liquid (condenses) when it cools down, and clouds form when the water vapor has something to condense onto. In this experiment, the water vapor condensed onto the hairspray. In nature, water vapor can condense onto dust particles, air pollution, and pollen to create clouds!
FOR THE KIDS Color these pages and return to Mark Miller Subaru for a prize, courtesy of Suba Bleu!
Meet the Millers! Suba Bleu has new neighbors currently nesting at Mark Miller Subaru! Learn more about our new neighbors, the European Starling, their nesting habits, and their place in the greater ecosystem by scanning the following QR code:
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If you had a Forester, what color would it be? Would it have triangles? Polka Dots? Stripes? Or all three?
Introducing Two New Programs:
MARK MILLER SUBARU RENT-A-CAR
COLLISION CENTER
There are lots of options for a rental, but Mark Miller Subaru Rent-A-Car is the only place in Salt Lake City and the surrounding cities where you can guarantee a best in class all-wheel-drive Subaru! We also offer accessories to help complete your trip, from racks to cargo carriers. Mark Miller Subaru is proud to be a one price dealership on all vehicles sold and we are following suit in every other aspect of our business, from our lease specials to the new rental car fleet ALL of our out-the-door prices are listed down to the penny! We only like good surprises. All rentals offer unlimited local miles. #FunFact: Our lineup of Subaru rentals are completely pet-friendly!
Accidents are unfortunate and unpredictable, but if your Subaru is involved in one, choosing where to have it repaired can make all the difference moving forward. Subaru Certified Collision Centers provide the proper training and equipment necessary to restore your vehicle to its original factory specifications, and this includes the ability to accurately recalibrate the components of Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology. So, whether your Subaru received a small ding in a local parking lot or is in need of a major auto body repair, contact a member of Mark Miller Subaru, Utah’s only Subaru Certified Collision Center. Don’t forget that all repairs done at Mark Miller Subaru’s Collision Center are covered by a limited lifetime warranty.
Contact Mark Miller Subaru Rent-a-Car: 801-506-1206 rent@markmiller.com
Contact Mark Miller Subaru Collision: 801-506-1280 135 East Baird Avenue, Salt Lake City UT
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