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MARCH <strong>2023</strong><br />

MAGAZINE<br />

SANDPOINT’S<br />

MONTHLY<br />

LOCAL<br />

GUIDE<br />

pg.<br />

12<br />

Q&A<br />

with Jed Stephensen<br />

FAMILY MAN, ER NURSE,<br />

ULTRA-MARATHONER<br />

AND DOG MUSHER<br />

YOUR GUIDE TO<br />

ALL THINGS LOCAL<br />

Where to stay, what to do,<br />

seasonal activities and more<br />

OUR FRIENDS OF<br />

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"I GREW UP ON MY FATHER’S ALASKAN STORIES AND KNEW<br />

THAT I WANTED TO BE A DOG MUSHER SINCE I WAS 9. I<br />

READ THE BOOK 'DOG SONG' BY GARY PAULSON AND WAS<br />

HOOKED ON TAILS OF THE NORTH."


Jed Stephensen and his wife Amy moved to North Idaho from<br />

Kansas in 2015 “to get back to the mountains,” as Amy grew<br />

up in the West and Jed attended college in Idaho. Together, they<br />

have built a beautiful life here in <strong>Sandpoint</strong> with their twin<br />

8-year-old boys.<br />

Jed, who works as an ER nurse, has always enjoyed the<br />

wilderness—whether it be backpacking with his family, fishing,<br />

running, you name it. He’s an ultra-marathon runner and sled<br />

dog racer—and <strong>2023</strong> marks his first Iditarod!<br />

Q. Who is Jed Stephensen?<br />

A. I am a dreamer and an adventurer—and want to show my boys that<br />

they too can do hard things. My family is important to me, with my dad<br />

filling the role of dog handler, my mom acting as our support team. My<br />

boys have helped with dog care from the beginning, learning to love our<br />

dogs and developing a work ethic.<br />

Q. You will be participating in the <strong>2023</strong> Iditarod, with race day<br />

beginning <strong>March</strong> 4 (right as this issue hits the streets). What does<br />

training for an Iditarod entail? And what goal have you set for yourself<br />

when it comes to the competition?<br />

A. I have been building a dog team for six years. Finally, last year, my team<br />

was ready to run 800 race miles required to qualify to run the Iditarod<br />

(similar to qualifying for the Boston Marathon). I work on keeping the<br />

dogs conditioned over the summer months. But the real training starts in<br />

early September as temperatures consistently drop below 50˚F. I build up<br />

from 2-mile runs up to 50-mile runs over five months. This year, I raced in<br />

Eagle Cap Extreme—a 200-mile race—and Idaho Sled Dog Challenge—a<br />

300-mile race—to continue getting the team ready for Iditarod. I took<br />

second and third place, while receiving the veterinaries’ “Best Kept Team”<br />

award at the end of the first race. As a rookie (first time running Iditarod),<br />

my goal is to finish with a happy, healthy team.<br />

Q. What inspired this journey? And when did you make the decision<br />

to move forward with it?<br />

A. I grew up on my father’s Alaskan stories and knew that I wanted to be<br />

a dog musher since I was 9. I read the book "Dog Song" by Gary Paulson<br />

and was hooked on tails of the North.<br />

Q. What are the names of your sled dogs? And how did you know they<br />

could be trained for such a race?<br />

A. Sled dogs are usually named as a litter by theme. Our first litter was<br />

named after bears: Panda, Kodiak and Grizz. We named another litter<br />

after the dogs from Shakleton’s expedition: Sadie, Boomer and Sampson.<br />

There is also Loki and Freya. The rest of the dogs were acquired from<br />

other dog mushers: Seabiscuit, Addie, Kyle, Rio, Rajo, Muskox, Tigris,<br />

plus Marian.<br />

The dogs all have Alaskan husky bloodlines, which are bred to be sled<br />

dogs. However, we have rehomed a couple of dogs who enjoyed dog<br />

mushing but did not have the stamina to run the longer distances. After<br />

the race I finished [the beginning of February], my entire team still had<br />

tons of energy and could have easily kept going.<br />

Q. Your day job is that of an ER nurse. How do you maintain a successful<br />

work-life balance while still being able to pursue your passions?<br />

A. As a nurse, I work four days straight and then have a few days off at<br />

a time that I dedicate to training. However, on days that my wife works,<br />

I make sure my kids get on the school bus, rush off to run the dogs, and<br />

then hurry back before they get home from school. On days that she is<br />

home, I get in our longer runs. I definitely would not be able to pursue<br />

this dream without her support.<br />

Q. You’re also an avid ultra-marathon runner. How many races have<br />

you participated in? And is there any one race in particular that stands<br />

out as your favorite?<br />

A. I have run six races. Of those, Tushars 100k stands out the most, with<br />

its grueling mountain climbs. I ran it with my brother, and it took us 20<br />

hours to finish. My hope is that my dogs and I are possessed by the same<br />

animating spirit that inspires us to run long distances.<br />

Q. You and your family have built a ‘homestead’ here in <strong>Sandpoint</strong>.<br />

What’s an average day in the life of the Stephensen family look like?<br />

A. We have a small flock of Icelandic sheep and currently care for a<br />

friend’s goats over the winter. We planted an orchard with a variety of<br />

fruit trees a couple of years ago and are hoping to harvest more fruit this<br />

year than last. We had to clear enough land to let the sun in before putting<br />

in a garden—gardening is something I have enjoyed ever since I was a<br />

teenager.<br />

Q. What do you love most about being able to call <strong>Sandpoint</strong> “home”?<br />

A. I love the community, the snow in the mountains, and the adventurous<br />

spirit that so many individuals have here.<br />

Q. As you reflect back and look at where your life and choices have led<br />

you to today, what are you most proud of and thankful for?<br />

A. I am most proud of raising two happy healthy twin boys, maintaining<br />

a strong marriage, building a house with my own hands, qualifying for<br />

Iditarod, and running ultra-marathons. I am thankful for the animating<br />

spirit that inspires me to get after dreams, thankful for family, a good job<br />

and good health.<br />

I hope that in my journey to achieve my dreams that I inspire others to<br />

go after theirs as well.


STOP THE RUST!<br />

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By JILLIAN CHANDLER<br />

North Idaho Undercoating, a local veteran-owned company that officially opened in 2020, is the result of<br />

Justin Offermann’s years of frustration with rust. “I really enjoy working on vehicles, and rust was always<br />

frustrating to deal with, repairing, replacing parts, and taking enormous amounts of time. Paint and<br />

washing never worked,” he recalls. “It appeared to just be wasted time and effort, and paint requires constant<br />

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Beginning back in 2016, Justin started researching different rust solutions and products and tested three products<br />

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“Rust never stops, and you can’t really win against Mother Nature,” Justin<br />

admits, “so applying a product that soaks into the pores of the metal has<br />

major advantages over hard coatings like paint. If it’s scratched, it will<br />

self-heal after some time due to the coating never drying. In warmer<br />

weather, it also creeps like an oil, soaking into seam welds, hard-to-reach<br />

areas and protecting from the inside out.”<br />

With the rising cost of vehicles, parts, delays in shipments, Justin saw<br />

that it all added up, which can become overwhelming for the average<br />

vehicle owner, as well as automotive enthusiasts, trying to preserve a<br />

vehicle for sentimental, professional and hobby use.<br />

Whereas hard coatings chip and crack, and rubberized products trap<br />

moisture in the metal, accelerating corrosion, the non-drying alternative<br />

is truly a game-changer. Plus, it’s environmentally friendly—which is<br />

important to Justin, as he is an avid outdoorsman and wants to do his<br />

part in preserving North Idaho’s beauty.<br />

Justin enjoys helping his customers understand his product and service,<br />

how it works, and talking about the history of lanolin and its use in other<br />

industries. “Everything from cosmetics, dermatology, and skin and<br />

makeup products, even the hand cleaning wipes I use at our facility has<br />

lanolin,” according to Justin. “Some of the earliest records of lanolin or<br />

wool grease is with the Vikings. They applied it to their sails to prevent<br />

them from rotting and to waterproof them.”<br />

Justin works with every customer to ensure they create a plan that both<br />

protects the customer’s vehicle(s) and is affordable. “They have expenses<br />

like everyone else, and I help them ensure their investments in a vehicle<br />

just last longer,” he says. “I always encourage customers to understand<br />

that undercoating is a maintenance program, just like changing the oil,<br />

replacing filters and tires. The bulk of the vehicle will not need to be<br />

coated again due to its very viscous (thick quality), but high wash areas<br />

like the front suspension and fender areas will need to be touched up.”<br />

He credits the success of his business to a variety of reasons, but most<br />

importantly, his customers. “My customers deserve a lot of credit,”<br />

he smiles. “When you solve a problem for them, and genuinely care,<br />

they tell others. It’s what I do when I have good experiences with other<br />

businesses and what they do from the service I try my best to provide.”<br />

Justin enjoys the opportunity to be able to meet people and help them,<br />

from locals, newcomers, business owners, collectors—”just everyday<br />

people trying to make a living and have some part in making their lives<br />

a little easier by helping their vehicles last longer.”<br />

He is proud to call <strong>Sandpoint</strong>—the place he was born and raised—home.<br />

He joined the military after graduating from <strong>Sandpoint</strong> High School in<br />

2008 but found his way back home with his wife Stephanie in 2018. He is<br />

actively involved with his church through facilitating a men’s group and<br />

assisting with middle/high school kids. Justin and Stephanie have also<br />

worked with local animal shelters, as well as businesses for fundraisers<br />

for first responders. “As a veteran, I am very focused on giving back,”<br />

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THE<br />

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It was 1989 when Jim Clarke inspired the creation of<br />

Friends of the Library (FOL). He enlisted the help<br />

of his wife, Judith Clarke, along with Pat Stevens,<br />

Phyllis Burwell, Gloria Ray, Dick Wolf and Jeff Johnson<br />

(who would become the organization’s first president).<br />

“Jim was a strong patron of the library at the time, with<br />

friendships among the staff working [there],” shares Julie<br />

Smith, FOL president. “As a legally blind individual,<br />

he utilized the library and became inspired to form<br />

an organization of volunteers who could support the<br />

library. His wife, Judith, joined him in this pursuit.”<br />

Friends of the Library is a 501c3 organization, and the<br />

group serves as library advocates, raises and provides<br />

funding for projects that are not normally within the<br />

scope of the library operating budget, provides volunteer<br />

assistance with library programming, and otherwise<br />

promotes library services.<br />

“The Friends of the Library functions as an adjunct in<br />

how it supports the library through its book sales and<br />

events,” says Pam Webb, FOL member-at-large. “The<br />

FOL promotes the library’s mission to meet community<br />

needs by serving as ambassadors of the library through<br />

its offered programs and events.”<br />

The primary purpose of the Friends of the East Bonner<br />

County Library shall be: to maintain an association of<br />

person’s interested in libraries, to focus public attention<br />

on the library, to stimulate the use of the library’s<br />

resources and services, to receive and support and<br />

cooperate with the library in developing library services<br />

and facilities for the community and to support the<br />

freedom to read as expressed in the American Library<br />

Bill of Rights.<br />

SUPPORTING EAST BONNER<br />

COUNTY LIBRARY AND SHARING<br />

THE LOVE OF READING WITH<br />

THE COMMUNITY<br />

by JILLIAN CHANDLER<br />

Today, Friends of the Library has 101 members!<br />

When joining FOL, members may choose a lifetime<br />

membership or an annual designation, according<br />

to Julie. “Our membership year runs January 1 to<br />

December 31, so we are actively inviting new members<br />

and processing renewals.”<br />

Those interested in becoming a member can fill out a<br />

membership form, found in the membership brochure<br />

on the kiosk in the library lobby. When filling out the<br />

membership form, members can select several areas<br />

for involvement: book sorting, book sales, hospitality,<br />

publicity, program development or serving on the<br />

board—many of these activities require only a once-amonth<br />

commitment.<br />

Each month, FOL holds its Used Book Sale—with these<br />

book sales being their primary fundraiser and service<br />

to the community. “The monthly book sale is a treasure<br />

trove of reading choices, listening choices for music or<br />

books, or viewing choices of all sorts of movies and<br />

documentaries!” Julie affirms. “Each month the sale<br />

offers different choices among the various reading<br />

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genres or media items. The discovery of this new item that a shopper<br />

may be interested in is delightful to see. Which leads to the fact that<br />

just the experience of browsing and shopping at the Used Book Sale is<br />

a time of pleasure, exploration and, hopefully, discovery of an item that<br />

must be purchased. The atmosphere is welcoming, the ‘weather’ inside<br />

is warm, and when finished with the sale just a few more steps can take<br />

a person into the library for another wonderful experience!”<br />

As Irene Adler, Book Sale chair, adds, “FOL receives books, DVDs,<br />

CDs and audio books from the library as they cull their various<br />

collections … to make room for new inventory, but it mainly helps to<br />

keep their collections fresh, with choices that members of the public<br />

are interested in checking out.”<br />

These items are then sold at at extremely affordable prices—$1 for<br />

hardback books, $.50 for paperbacks, half price for children’s books,<br />

along with some books that are specially priced. “Putting books into<br />

the hands of the community has been a constant purpose/theme for<br />

FOL and its members,” Irene states.<br />

Members of the community are also welcome to donate items for<br />

the sale, some of which may be added to the library’s collection. All<br />

materials must be in good condition, clean, dry and mold-free. The<br />

library currently accepts three boxes of donations at a time. Accepted<br />

items are books (hardback, paperback, children’s), audiobook and<br />

music CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray, as well as video games. Financial<br />

donations are also gratefully accepted.<br />

“Creating this monthly event offers the community an opportunity<br />

to financially support their library,” smiles Julie. Approximately $750<br />

is raised each month from the sale. “Primarily our money is donated<br />

back to the library in our matching grants each December. In 2021, we<br />

were able to offer $3,500 to be matched by the community and in 2022<br />

the offer was $5,000. That grant was matched by our community to<br />

around $18,000.”<br />

Donated books also support The Native Plant Society’s library;<br />

several “Little Libraries”; the Juvenile Detention Center and county<br />

jail; smaller private schools with non-fiction educational sets that<br />

have been weeded; assorted books to the Assisted Living Centers;<br />

and various schools throughout the community. “This past fall, our<br />

program contributions funded 10 wireless hotspots at $120 each for<br />

three years. the Library of Things $3,000, a yearly staff monetary gift,<br />

and new flight controls for the flight simulator,” according to Julie.<br />

Not only does attending the book sale support the library through<br />

your purchases, Julie adds that one of the greatest benefits is that of<br />

the community, meeting up with friends and fellow readers. “The<br />

Friends of the Library is more than the monthly book sales,” she says.<br />

“Programs and events that benefit and enable the library to reach out<br />

to community members is also a vital aspect of FOL. There is also the<br />

camaraderie within the group, as we create friendships out of our love<br />

for reading, books, and getting books into the hands of others.”<br />

FOL’s Monthly Used Book Sale is held 10am to 2pm the first Saturday<br />

of the month, with upcoming <strong>2023</strong> sales as follows: <strong>March</strong> 4, April 1,<br />

May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5, September 2, October 7, November 4<br />

and December 6.<br />

Mark your calendars for <strong>March</strong> 14, Pi Day, as the Friends of the Library<br />

will host a Koffee Klatch in the East Bonner County Library Community<br />

“A LIBRARY CARD IS A<br />

LIFELONG PASSPORT<br />

TO EXPLORING THE<br />

NEW AND ADDING ON<br />

TO THE KNOWN."


Rooms, where local book club members and reading enthusiasts are invited<br />

to share their favorite reads with other like-minded readers. There will also<br />

be opportunities to discuss books in breakout genre discussion groups.<br />

In recognition of Women’s History Month, there will be a display table of<br />

current women authors.<br />

“The library is a place of community, as well as a place of multiple resources<br />

not easily obtained through streaming and electronic access,” affirms Pam.<br />

“The library is beyond books in scope. DVDs, video games, audio books,<br />

newspapers, magazines—they are free to check out and enjoy. The library<br />

gives back to the community and is community-centered in its approach.”<br />

The East Bonner County Library has a variety of other services it provides<br />

to the community: the seed catalog and Wi-Fi hotspots; a computer lab<br />

and a 3D printer; a Lifelong Learning Center—where youth and adults<br />

have access to tutors for school subjects and technology tutoring for those<br />

needing assistance with smartphones, tablets, and other technology. In<br />

addition, the library offers meeting space for nonprofit groups, a teen space<br />

and children’s programs.<br />

If you or your child has yet to secure a library card of your own, there’s<br />

no time like the present. “A library card is a lifelong passport to exploring<br />

the new and adding on to the known,” smiles Pam. “A library card helps<br />

children become independent and helps them to learn about responsibility,<br />

providing them the opportunity of selecting for themselves books that spark<br />

their imaginations and interests, promoting lifelong reading skills. It opens<br />

up a world beyond <strong>Sandpoint</strong>.”<br />

Show your support to our local library and our Friends of the Library by<br />

attending an upcoming Used Book Sale, signing up to become a member, or<br />

donating those books and items you and your children have outgrown that<br />

will become a new treasure for a reader in our community.<br />

Friends of the Library's Founding Members


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WHEN SELLING YOUR HOME<br />

Maximize your profit and minimize your stress<br />

by BEN GEANETTA, REALTOR®, TEAM LEAD<br />

It’s that time of year again—the selling season has arrived. Typically, <strong>March</strong> marks the<br />

beginning of the housing market’s busy season as the snow melts and spring break nears for<br />

many potential buyers. However, this year will be different from the past two, as sellers will<br />

need to put more effort to prepare their homes for showings.<br />

If you recall, only a year ago, just a mere whisper of a seller putting their house on the market<br />

would result in 20 offers, with 19 above asking price, and one offer including the seller’s firstborn<br />

child at the asking price.<br />

The current market is more challenging, as it has shifted toward a more natural state. To ensure a<br />

successful and seamless transaction, preparation and presentation will play a crucial role.<br />

As you prepare to sell your house in <strong>2023</strong>, there are a few things that you should and shouldn't<br />

be doing.<br />

1. Don’t turn off the utilities. To ensure a smooth and seamless transaction, it’s imperative to<br />

leave the utilities on until the ownership is transferred. This can prevent unwanted surprises<br />

and unexpected disruptions during the showing and inspection process. Imagine walking into a<br />

home only to find it is too cold or too dark to properly assess its features. This can quickly spoil<br />

the excitement of buying a new home and cause stress for both the buyer and the seller. On the<br />

other hand, if the utilities have been turned off prior to the inspection, it can cause delays in the<br />

purchase process as arrangements need to be made to have the utilities turned back on and the<br />

inspector rescheduled for another visit.<br />

2. Do repairs and deferred maintenance.. The second thing you shouldn’t do when selling<br />

your home in <strong>2023</strong>, ignoring those nagging deferred maintenance and repairs. Neglecting these<br />

repairs sends a message to buyers that your house hasn’t been well-kept, and it could dampen<br />

their confidence in making an offer.<br />

Fear not, a little elbow grease can work wonders! Spruce up your space by addressing those<br />

minor repairs and giving it a fresh coat of paint. While you’re at it, make sure all your light<br />

bulbs are functioning and the same color tone. These simple and inexpensive improvements can<br />

instantly boost your home’s appeal.


As a resort town, <strong>Sandpoint</strong> is highly<br />

desirable and attracts many buyers.<br />

3. Do depersonalize and declutter. As you prepare to sell your<br />

home, now is a great opportunity to get a head start on packing<br />

and decluttering. You can begin by filling your closets and garage<br />

with boxes. Also assess the items you have in your home. Do you<br />

really want to transport all the furniture that will be susceptible to<br />

damage during the move? This is an ideal time to purge your space<br />

and let go of items that have accumulated over the years. By doing<br />

so, not only will your home show better in photos, but it will also<br />

create a more appealing atmosphere for perspective buyers.<br />

4. Don’t be stubborn and difficult. To maximize your chances<br />

of selling your home, it's important to be flexible when it comes<br />

to showings. Having potential buyers visit your home is essential;<br />

simply viewing online photos is not enough. It's like windowshopping<br />

and rarely leads to a sale.<br />

Buyers usually visit three to five homes in one day, so the time slot<br />

they are requesting might already be part of their tour schedule.<br />

Additionally, there's a high chance that they are visiting from out of<br />

town, and this is their only opportunity to see your house. By being<br />

accommodating and flexible, you may increase your chances of<br />

securing the best offer and terms. Enduring a bit of inconvenience<br />

could pay off in the end.<br />

5. Don’t have a price hangover.. Lastly, don't overlook the<br />

significance of market conditions. It's crucial to stay informed<br />

about the local real estate market and adjust your selling strategy<br />

accordingly. Avoid the temptation to generalize national trends to<br />

the local market or to your specific property, as the conditions may<br />

be vastly different. This is especially true in North Idaho, where<br />

each property is unique and the market is highly localized.<br />

As a resort town, <strong>Sandpoint</strong> is highly desirable and attracts many<br />

buyers. The interplay of supply and demand will influence the real<br />

estate market, and it's important to be aware of these trends. To<br />

ensure that you're making informed decisions, have your real estate<br />

agent analyze the market data from August 2022 to present. And<br />

please don’t have a price hangover from the wildness of the COVID<br />

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THE MEDIAN HOME SALE PRICE IN THE THREE NORTHERN COUNTIES OF IDAHO HAVE REMAINED<br />

RELATIVELY STABLE OVER THE PAST SIX MONTHS. As inflation improves, mortgage rates have too. With the<br />

mainstream media, such as the Wall Street Journal, starting to take notice, it is expected home buyers will reenter<br />

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<strong>Sandpoint</strong> Real Estate<br />

TRENDS<br />

Data collected from Movoto.com<br />

MEDIAN PRICE PER SQFT<br />

$590<br />

$560<br />

$530<br />

$500<br />

$470<br />

$440<br />

$410<br />

$380<br />

Aug 2022<br />

Sept 2022<br />

Oct 2022<br />

Nov 2022<br />

Dec 2022<br />

Jan <strong>2023</strong><br />

INVENTORY<br />

220<br />

180<br />

140<br />

100<br />

60<br />

20<br />

Aug 2022<br />

Sept 2022<br />

Oct 2022<br />

Nov 2022<br />

Dec 2022<br />

Jan <strong>2023</strong><br />

MEDIAN HOME SIZE SQFT<br />

1.95<br />

1.90<br />

1.85<br />

1.80<br />

1.75<br />

1.70<br />

32<br />

1.65<br />

Aug 2022<br />

Sept 2022<br />

Oct 2022<br />

Nov 2022<br />

Dec 2022<br />

Jan <strong>2023</strong>


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What is the current real estate market climate in North Idaho?<br />

Slowly but surely, winter is loosening its icy grip and our market is warming up. More sellers are listing their<br />

homes and land for sale and buyers are watching intently for properties that satisfy their needs. Although<br />

our residential market is not trading at lightning speed (compared to last year’s late winter season),<br />

well-priced homes are still in high demand and some are seeing multiple offers. Timing is everything –<br />

second quarter <strong>2023</strong> may hold the perfect storm for buyers who want to take advantage of lower prices and<br />

get ahead of possible rising interest rates. Stay tuned, if this spring is consistent with past market trends, we<br />

should see an innux of available dwellings and land as temperatures rise.<br />

In the past 30 days, cash buyers accounted for 34% of residential sales. *<br />

Three tips for navigating this market:<br />

1. Get advice from full-time real estate professionals who are experts in your local market.<br />

2. Sellers: Price, timing and marketing are important. Focus on your presentation, be aware of other<br />

competing properties and be ready to negotiate.<br />

3. Buyers, get familiar with your target area and be ready to recognize a good buy. If you’re borrowing, have<br />

a lender with a proven track record working for you. Thoroughly inspect any property you decide to<br />

purchase.<br />

Our market is constantly changing.<br />

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today so we must cherish and recognize this when we experience it.”<br />

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THE FOLLIES: SUPER SWEET SIXTEEN<br />

MARCH 3-4<br />

The Follies, Angels Over <strong>Sandpoint</strong>'s signature fundraiser, returns to the Panida Theater<br />

<strong>March</strong> 3 and 4. This year's theme for the audience is an '80s-inspired "Super Sweet<br />

Sixteen." Be prepared for a fun experience like no other, as the event features some of<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong>'s best in talent. Funds raised from The Follies allows Angels Over <strong>Sandpoint</strong><br />

to continue their mission of helping those in need in our community. Both nights,<br />

doors open at 7pm, with the show starting at 8pm. Tickets are $30 and are available at<br />

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CALENDAR<br />

MARCH <strong>2023</strong><br />

CALENDAR<br />

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25<br />

MEGADEMO DAY<br />

MARCH 4<br />

Ski and snowboard representatives will be bringing gear for the <strong>2023</strong>-2024 season for you<br />

to try before anyone else. With at least 20 brands represented with over 400 pairs of skis<br />

and boards, you get to be the gear tester and let all your friends know what great things<br />

are happening next year! The best part is that 100 percent of the proceeds will go directly<br />

to the Panhandle Alliance for Education. Your ticket grants you access to the demo area,<br />

where you can shop around, talk to reps and pick out the ski or board that you would<br />

like to try. Tickets are priced $60 to $135 and can be purchased on EventBrite.com. The<br />

event takes place from 7:30am to 2:30pm. The silent auction ends, and raffles drawn, at<br />

3pm at the demo area.<br />

2,400 FEET OF SCHWEITZER<br />

MARCH 25<br />

Don't miss this fundraising event on Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 25. The Giant Slalom course<br />

begins at the Sky House lodge at the summit of Schweitzer and finishes at the Outback<br />

lodge at the base of the mountain, 2,400 vertical feet and nearly 2 ½ miles of skiing.<br />

Teams will ski and ride for prizes, bragging rights and, most importantly, fundraising for<br />

cystinosis research. The race kicks off at 7am. The day also includes a barbecue lunch at<br />

the Mountain View patio at 10:30am, followed by awards, and at the end of the day, enjoy<br />

an Après Ski Party in Taps. Additional details can be found at 24HoursforHank.org.<br />

RED RIDING HOOD<br />

MARCH 25<br />

Missoula Children's Theatre presents Red Riding Hood at The Panida Theater on<br />

Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 25, offering two opportunities to see the show, at 1 and 4pm (doors<br />

open one hour prior to each show). The ever-popular community theater event casts<br />

a host of local children for this local production of the fairytale classic; auditions take<br />

place 3:30 to 5:30pm <strong>March</strong> 20 at Forrest Bird Charter School, with approximately 50<br />

to 60 roles available for local students grades kindergarten through 12th. Tickets to<br />

the show are priced $5 for children and $15 for adults, and can be purchased online at<br />

Artin<strong>Sandpoint</strong>.org/mct.<br />

*Please note, as of press time, these events were still scheduled to take place as planned.<br />

Be sure to visit event websites to stay up to date with current information.


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Tickets available at Super<br />

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All raffle proceeds support student success and<br />

educational excellence at North Idaho College.<br />

Additional<br />

Prizes:<br />

1ST PRIZE<br />

<strong>2023</strong> New Car<br />

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Home<br />

Furnishings<br />

Gift Card<br />

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GET READY TO BE INSPIRED!<br />

NIBCA HOME & GARDEN SHOW COMES TO THE FAIRGROUNDS<br />

by JILLIAN CHANDLER<br />

Say goodbye to winter and welcome spring by attending the Home<br />

& Garden Show, with <strong>2023</strong> marking the inaugural year of NIBCA's<br />

Home & Garden Show here in <strong>Sandpoint</strong>. “We worked with National<br />

to include Bonner County into our territory and were granted this<br />

last year,” shares Emily Bradley, executive officer for the North Idaho<br />

Building Contractors Association (NIBCA).<br />

From beautiful landscaped gardens and plants to home improvement<br />

contractors, there is something for everyone, as the show brings<br />

homeowners together with the area's top building experts and<br />

remodelers, who will be on hand to share their valuable knowledge that<br />

will bring your ideas to life ... or inspire new ones.<br />

At the Home & Garden Show, where all are invited to attend, attendees<br />

can expect face-to-face interaction with professionals who can assist<br />

you with your home service and improvement needs. “We will have<br />

an education stage to give tips on home financing, remodel, safety and<br />

improvement,” says Emily.<br />

Emily says the highlight of the weekend for those who attend is having<br />

the opportunity to meet the people who could potentially be working on<br />

your home. “It helps build trust and lifelong friendships with members<br />

of the community,” she smiles.<br />

When it comes to what NIBCA hopes attendees will walk away with<br />

after attending the Home & Garden Show, Emily affirms it’s the contacts<br />

they’ll make. “When planning a large renovation, or repair, it’s important<br />

to do your homework on quality, professionalism and experience. This<br />

event allows for those connections to be made.”<br />

Though the event is free to attend, they are asking those in attendance to<br />

donate non-perishable food items to benefit the local food bank.<br />

The NIBCA is an advocacy group that hosts local events, and The<br />

Home & Garden show features NIBCA’s Associate members—those<br />

who support builders from lending/real estate to the trades such as<br />

plumbing, electrical, painting, and much more. “This assists us in our<br />

mission of protecting and promoting the building industry in North<br />

Idaho,” says Emily.<br />

Show dates and hours are 10am to 6pm April 1 and 10am to 4pm April 2.<br />

For additional details, visit NIBCA.com/nibca-home-and-garden-show.<br />

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LOCAL<br />

fun fact<br />

Portrait of Nell K. Irion. Courtesy of the Bonner County<br />

Historical Society, donor unknown.<br />

Celebrating National<br />

and Local Women<br />

RECOGNIZING NELL K. IRION<br />

brought to you by<br />

THE BONNER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM<br />

On <strong>March</strong> 8, the world celebrates women, and Bonner County<br />

owes so much to the brave, creative, intelligent women that<br />

settled and grew with it. One woman to be recognized is Nell<br />

K. Irion. She was born in 1889 and moved to <strong>Sandpoint</strong> in<br />

1906. She earned herself “the first woman” designation for<br />

several local and federal positions. She was the first woman<br />

to become the county's school superintendent, and about 10<br />

years later the first woman to serve on the <strong>Sandpoint</strong> City<br />

Council. Around the same time, in the 1920s, her talents<br />

expanded nationally, as she was the first woman nominated<br />

from Idaho to run for U.S. Congress. This was an uncommon<br />

honor considering it was in 1917, just a few years before Nell’s<br />

nomination, that the first woman ever served in the U.S.<br />

Congress. So many women made lasting impressions and<br />

changes in Bonner County and set the stage for the women<br />

of today. We owe them our gratitude.<br />

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MEETING ROOM<br />

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219 Lounge<br />

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Dover Bay Waterfront Resort 208.265.159<br />

- DoverBayIdaho.com<br />

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Heartwood Center 208.263.8699<br />

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Schweitzer Mountain Resort 208.263.9555 ext.2820<br />

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HEALTH & BEAUTY<br />

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PEDIATRICS PEDIATRICS<br />

FAMILY FAMILY MEDICINE<br />

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH<br />

DENTAL<br />

Bonners Ferry<br />

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STAY AT HOME HOMECARE<br />

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NURSING SERVICES<br />

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of dementia, to patiently meet the health and emotional needs<br />

of clients in their home —no rushing!<br />

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• Hygiene-related needs<br />

• Transferring<br />

• Frequent position changes<br />

• Eating/feeding assistance<br />

• Vital signs<br />

• Monitor medical equipment<br />

• Medication reminders<br />

• End-of-life comfort care<br />

• Administer care plan orders<br />

• Work with family/nurses/hospice<br />

• Complete forms/logs<br />

• And more<br />

NON-NURSING SERVICES<br />

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• Meal & snack prep<br />

• Shuttle/escort client to local<br />

appts/shopping<br />

• Errands & shopping for client<br />

• Friendly companionship<br />

• Reading to client<br />

• Hair/makeup care<br />

• Light housekeeping<br />

• Arrange for house repair/service<br />

• Assist with assorted paperwork<br />

• Maintain CNA & CPR + AED<br />

certification


THINGS TO DO<br />

Arts & Crafts Fair<br />

Art / Music Event<br />

Summer<br />

208.263.6139<br />

Artin<strong>Sandpoint</strong>.org/arts-crafts-fair<br />

Art Walk<br />

Art / Music Event<br />

Summer<br />

208.263.6139<br />

Artin<strong>Sandpoint</strong>.org/artwalk<br />

Festival at <strong>Sandpoint</strong><br />

Art / Music Event<br />

Summer<br />

208.265.4554 Festivalat<strong>Sandpoint</strong>.com<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong> SummerFest<br />

Art / Music Event<br />

Summer<br />

208.263.2217<br />

Eureka-Institute.org/sandpointsummerfest.html<br />

Schweitzer Fall Fest<br />

Festival<br />

Fall<br />

208.263.9555<br />

Schweitzer.com<br />

The Idaho Club<br />

Golf Courses<br />

Spring / Summer / Fall<br />

208.265.2345<br />

TheIdahoClub.com<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong> Elks Golf Course Golf Courses Spring / Summer / Fall 208.263.4321<br />

-<br />

Geo Hali <strong>Sandpoint</strong> Helicopter Charters<br />

Tours / Charters<br />

Summer<br />

509.795.1311<br />

GeoHeliSpokane.com<br />

Go Fish! Charters<br />

Tours / Charters<br />

Summer<br />

208.597.5020<br />

GoFishCharters.org<br />

Lake Pend Oreille Cruises<br />

Tours / Charters<br />

Summer<br />

208.255.5253<br />

LakePendOreilleCruises.com<br />

Bottle Bay Resort & Marina<br />

Marina<br />

Summer<br />

208.263.5916<br />

BottleBayResort.com<br />

Dover Bay Resort<br />

Marina<br />

Summer<br />

208.265.1597<br />

DoverBayIdaho.com<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong> Marina<br />

Western Pleasure Guest Ranch<br />

Action Water Sports<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong> Watercraft Rentals<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong> Watersports<br />

TOP 10 ACTIVITIES<br />

Take a Brewery Tour<br />

Marina<br />

Outdoor /<br />

Mountain Activities<br />

Water Recreation /<br />

Rentals<br />

Water Recreation /<br />

Rentals<br />

Water Recreation /<br />

Rentals<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong> is home to four great breweries. Bike to each, or<br />

take a walking tour: Matchood Brewing Co., Utara BrewingCo.,<br />

MickDuff’s Brewing Co., Laughing Dog Brewing.<br />

Catch a Show at the Panida Theater<br />

Stop in the historic theater for an independent feature or<br />

short film.<br />

Panida.org<br />

Summer<br />

Year-Round<br />

Summer<br />

Summer<br />

Summer<br />

208.263.3083<br />

888.863.9066<br />

208.263.9066<br />

208.255.7100<br />

208.265.9672<br />

208.920.9292<br />

Spend a Day at City Beach<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong>Waterfront.com<br />

WesternPleasureRanch.com<br />

ActionWaterSportsLessons.com<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong>WaterCraftRentals.com<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong>Watersports.com<br />

Enjoy fun in the sun at the sandy, grassy downtown public<br />

beach on the lake.<br />

<strong>Sandpoint</strong>Idaho.gov<br />

Visit Schweitzer Mountain<br />

Explore the village dining and shopping and enjoy the<br />

adventures in summer and winter.<br />

Schweitzer.com<br />

Shop the <strong>Sandpoint</strong> Shopping District<br />

Explore the many unique shops in charming downtown.<br />

Downtown<strong>Sandpoint</strong>.com<br />

Drive The Pend Oreille Scenic Byway<br />

Experience some of North Idaho’s most scenic views along this<br />

33.4-mile drive.<br />

VisitIdaho.org/things-to-do/scenic-byways-backcountrydrives/pend-oreille-scenic-byway<br />

Relax with a Spa Day<br />

Visit the Wildflower Spa at Seasons Resort or Highlands North Day<br />

Spa for a day of rejuvenation.<br />

TheWildflowerDaySpa.com | HighlandsNorthDaySpa.com<br />

Explore Local Galleries<br />

Walk the downtown and stop in at several local galleries to<br />

enjoy local and regional art.<br />

Stop in Cedar Street Bridge<br />

Explore various shops and restaurants in the downtown<br />

bridge spanning Sand Creek.<br />

CedarStreetBridge.com<br />

Do a Tasting at the Local Winery<br />

Enjoy local sips from Pend d’Oreille Winery.<br />

POWine.com<br />

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Barrel 33’s march calendar<br />

Join us for a month filled with exciting events—<br />

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Live Music:<br />

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03 Bright 04 Chris & 09 Paint & Sip<br />

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