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FIND RELIEF FOR TRAVEL-RELATED DISCOMFORT. Don’t panic if your baggage shows up late (or not at all) for your ski vacation. We’ll outfit you with much of what you need to salvage your stay. We’ve got over-the-counter medication, toiletries, and makeup. And we’ll make every effort to contact your doctor back home to keep your prescriptions filled. (You’ll also find remedies for all the headaches.) Find us across from the Big Sky Chapel. Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-6:00 pm; Closed 2:00-2:30 pm for lunch Meadow Village Center | 36 Center Ln, Suite 2 406-993-9390 | www.bozemandeaconess.org/pharmacy 20 March 4, 2011 health & WellneSS training for the ironman at Elevation by andreW coleMan It wasn’t until Town Center was in my proverbial rearview that I began to understand exactly what I was up against. I pointed my headlamp up Route 64 as it snaked tortuously up to the base of Lone Peak. As a two-time Ironman finisher, I was relatively sure that I could handle running the 12-miles with 2000 feet of elevation gain between Ramshorn and the Medical Clinic of Big Sky just off the White Wing ski run. But as the roadway steepened, the temperature dropped, and the air thinned, I began to fixate on a conversation I had earlier in the day about high altitude illness (HAI). HAI is a medical syndrome caused by decreased oxygen levels in the air we breathe. Normally, traveling from lower to higher elevations triggers the body to increase its respiratory rate to bring more air into the lungs and its heart rate to supply more blood to the body’s tissues. But in some cases, the acclimatization process is derailed by accumulation of fluid in the brain, leading to HAI. In its mild form, called acute mountain sickness (AMS), HAI causes headache and decreased appetite. When moderate, nausea and vomiting can occur along with the headache. In severe cases of HAI—uncommon at altitudes attainable in the continental states—severe brain and lung swelling occur, followed shortly by death if the patient does not descend to a lower elevation. So there I was, passing mile marker five en route to the base of the Peak, out of breath and alone but for my mounting paranoia about becoming the poster child for why lowlanders should take it easy when they first get to Big Sky. With 25 percent of AMS (i.e., mild HAI) occurring between Medical clinic Of Big Sky Physicians available after hours for emergencies Mountain Village - 995-2797 Located next to Big Sky Ski Patrol 6600 and 9800 feet, I was at risk anywhere in Big Sky, let alone my destination (base elevation, 7500 feet). I had only been in Big Sky for a few days, not long enough for my body to completely acclimatize, and with all the Montana microbrew sampling I had been doing, I had inevitably slowed the process (alcohol hinders acclimatization). Further increasing my risk was the weather: low temperatures and inclement weather both decrease oxygen levels in the air. But I pressed on, rationalizing that my cardiovascular fitness would compensate for the decreased oxygen availability. As it turns out, however, Ironmen are no less susceptible to HAI than your 85-year-old grandmother. In fact, young athletic males may be at the greatest risk because we tend not to give our body sufficient time to acclimatize and will often continue to ascend despite the presence of HAI symptoms. Just as I arrived at Summit Lodge, my head began to pound. I’m not sure if this was HAI or perhaps just dehydration, but I was glad I’d be taking the Summit Express back to lower pastures. It’s not likely that the denizens of Big Sky will experience HAI—after all, if you live here your body has long since acclimatized. But please, do me a favor: remind us lowlanders to give our bodies a chance to get used to the altitude before we run up mountains and, should you see the more severe manifestations of HAI take hold of someone, remember that the only treatment for moderate and severe HAI is to descend to lower elevations. Andrew Coleman will be graduating from Duke University Medical School in the spring. He plans to pursue a career in emergency medicine. The Mountain Village Clinic is open 7days a week throughout ski season 10am - 5pm Meadow town center - 993-2797 Located at the corner of Ousel Falls Rd. & Hwy. 64 The Meadow Village Clinic is open Mondays ONLY 10:00am - 5:00pm Jeffery a. daniels M.d. Expertise in Internal Medicine, Sports Medicine, Family Care & Well Woman Health Care **X-Ray machine on the premises** We are well equipped to handle your medical problems promptly No appoinments necessary, walk-ins always welcome Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Medicare, & Workers Compensation Insurance, Cash, Checks, Credit Cards accepted - Payment due at time of service
youth apEC 2011 by kuka holder The 2011 Annual Asian Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is kicking off its series of events and meetings in Big Sky in May. The events will culminate in Honolulu where the APEC leaders will meet. This is the first time it is being held in the U.S. since 1993. APEC was created in 1989 to promote cooperation among the member countries of the Asian Pacific region. Although this will be a big meeting and a great opportunity in Big Sky, it is only one in many. Big Sky will host the 32nd Small and Medium Enterprise Working Group Meeting where trade and SME (small medium enterprise) ministers will get together and talk about many economic concepts and ideas for small businesses. The member countries, which border the rim of the Pacific Ocean, are: the U.S.A, Chile, Russia, Australia, Canada, Mexico, Indonesia, Japan, Republic of Korea, Thailand, the People’s Republic of China, and many more. The Asian pacific region is 40% of the world population, 60% of the world’s production, 58% of U.S.A exports and 40% of world trade. APEC is the main vehicle of stimulating open trade in this region. It helps bring together a community of countries that work together, free of unnecessary trade restrictions. APEC’s goal is to make ways to keep the economy growing and create economic prosperity which means more jobs, a better quality of life, and better standards of living. Other goals are: to remove barriers to trade and investment, and to help Small Medium Enterprises become visible in the international world of trade. The interaction between countries will help them teach and learn from each other. It will also help create long-lasting economic growth. Something that may be overlooked is the economic impact locally, due to the conference being held in Big Sky. Thousands of people will be coming to the resort, using our airport, local transportation, hotels, restaurants, national parks, and our many recreational offerings. Security, housing, and airport transportation are just a few of the complicated issues surrounding a this event. The event is taking place during what is normally our offseason, when the resort would be closed. However, an extra three weeks of business will be added to our local season. Another boost to Big Sky, Bozeman, and to all of Montana, will be the recognition we receive from an international event of this magnitude. The conference is expected to be broadcasted on national news stations across the country, and the world. Montana locals will be the background focus of most news for three long weeks in May. First grade Ophir students and BSSEF team members Luke Kirchmayr and Kassidy Boersma proudly showing their medals. Between the two inspiring young racers they have completed 12 races in a span of two weeks in Great Divide and Showdown. Luke and Kassidy proudly represented Big Sky by earning 10 first places and two second places in the J7 Northern Division. Way to go Luke and Kassidy! - Markus Kirchmayr as part of a language arts assignment, ophir Fifth grade teacher dave neal asks his students to write newsworthy articles for the Big Sky Weekly. Do you have a one dollar bill in your pocket? If so pull it out or go get one. The one dollar bill first came off the presses in 1957. Paper money is actually a cotton and linen blend. You can wash it without it falling apart. (Unlike a tissue or regular paper.) It is over printed with symbols and then it is starched to make it water resistant and pressed to give it a nice crisp look. Look closely at the back of a one dollar bill. You will see two circles. In the circle to the left there is a pyramid. Notice that the face is light and the western side is dark. That is because at the time of its origin we had not explored the West, or decided what we could do for the Western civilization. The pyramid is uncapped, signifying that we were not even close to being finished. Inside the top, you have the all Seeing Eye. It’s an ancient symbol of divinity or holiness. The Latin above the pyramid ANNUIT COEPTIS, means, “God has favored our undertaking.” The Latin below the pyramid, NO- VUS ORDO SECLORUM, means, “A new order has begun.” And at the base of the pyramid is the Roman Numeral for 1776 (MDCCLXXVI) Now look at the right hand circle and check it carefully. It is on every national cemetery in the U.S. Altered slightly, it is the seal of the President of the United States of America. The bald eagle was selected as a symbol of victory for two reasons. First, he is not afraid of storms. He is strong, and he is smart enough to soar above a storm. Secondly, he wears no crown. We had just broken from the king of England. Also notice that the shield is unsupported. big Sky Weekly thE onE dollar Bill by abi hogan It meant that this country can now stand on its own. At the top there is a white bar that signifies congress. We were coming together as one nation. In the eagles beak there is a banner that says, “E PLURIBUS UNUM” meaning “one from many.” Notice what is in the eagle’s talons. In one he holds an olive branch; in the other he has arrows. That means this country wants peace but we will never be afraid to fight to preserve peace. The eagle always wants to face the olive branch, but in the time of war he is looking at the arrows. If you look on the front of the dollar bill, look on the bottom left corner. Put it in the light. If you look closely you can make out the shape and body of an owl. Almost every one thinks that the number 13 is unlucky. But think about this: 13 original colonies 13 signers of the Declaration of Independence 13 stripes on our flag 13 steps on the pyramid 13 letters in “ANNUIT COEPTIS” 13 letters in “E PLURIBUS UNUM” 13 stars above the eagle 13 bars on that shield 13 leaves on the olive branch 13 fruits and 13 arrows I never realized how much the one dollar stands for until now. Share this with your friends and family so everyone can learn what the one dollar bill stands for, and how much it means for this country. March 4, 2011 21
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