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Behind the Start Gate: World Cup Preparations with Riley Berman and Stacey Ehleringer

The Community Library

In anticipation of the World Cup ski finals returning to Sun Valley after a nearly 50 year hiatus, the Wood River Museum of History + Culture is offering a series of 3 "Behind the Scenes" talks about what goes into these races from course prep to ski prep to skiers experiences and commentating. The first evening will be on January 7 with Riley Berman, Sun Valley Resort’s competition services manager and chief of race course for the Alpine skiing World Cup Finals at Sun Valley. He'll give a behind the scenes insight on what it's taken to get a World Cup ski course ready for the top 25 skiers in the world. From installing new snowmaking, A-netting (he'll explain all about that), re-contouring and tree removal, many adjustments had to be made in an extremely short 8 month window. Riley is a born and bred local, he grew up ski racing in the Wood River Valley and has worked as a fishing guide and ran Rotarun ski area in Hailey prior to joining Sun Valley. Joining Riley will be Stacey Ehleringer, Local Organizing Committee Chair and Executive Director of Guest Engagement for Sun Valley Resort. Ehleringer will provide her insights and expertise on ...

Event Series BCRD FitWorks Free Open House January 4-10

BCRD FitWorks Free Open House January 4-10

BCRD

Blaine County Recreation District’s (BCRD) FitWorks fitness center invites you to embrace the “New Year, New You” spirit and take the first step toward reaching your goals with free classes and equipment. Whether you’re looking to try something new, build strength, improve flexibility, or boost your overall health, our supportive community and diverse offerings make it easier than ever to stay motivated. January 4-10, FitWorks is hosting an open house with free access to all classes and equipment. FitWorks is open from Monday to Thursday, 6:00 am to 7:00 pm, Fridays from 6:00am to 6:00 pm, and on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. FitWorks boasts a wealth of classes catering to a broad spectrum of fitness enthusiasts including H.I.I.T., Yoga, Dance, Pilates, Barre, Spin and more! FitWorks memberships start at $25/month and special rates are available for students and seniors. Fitness classes are included with a FitWorks Plus membership or are $8 per class. FitWorks is in the Community Campus building at 1050 Fox Acres Road in Hailey. For more information on hours, classes, and membership options, please visit bcrd.org or call (208) 578-2273.

Hooked on Salmon: Protecting the Run

The Community Library

Join us for a panel of local students involved with the Youth Salmon Protectors (YSP), a program of the Idaho Conservation League working to build a coalition of young people across the Northwest dedicated to honoring tribal treaties, breaching the Lower Snake River dams, and saving wild salmon and steelhead. The panel will each share perspectives on Idaho's salmon and take questions from the audience. Speakers will include students from Wood River High School and The Sage School: Leila Brickley, Fisher Hattula, Cora Ward, Sarah Leidecker, and Frances Camilli.

Free

Bikes & Beers Workshop: Customize Your Bike Fit

The Trailhead Bicycles

This workshop is part of the 101 series that are designed to be an overview of topics to build confidence in common mechanical issues as well as technical tips to increase your riding comfort and preparedness. This particular workshop will cover all touch points: saddle, grips, handlebars, cranks, shoes, and stem, that affect your riding comfort and performance. Each workshop includes your first beer (or beverage of choice) and light snacks. $35/each or save $25 by signing up for the whole series! Sign-up here: https://forms.gle/wLce5c2VqURNqfBo9

$35

Introduction to Avalanches Presentation

Liberty Theater

Join the Friends of the Sawtooth Avalanche Center for a 90 minute presentation based on the Know Before You Go platform, introducing basic concepts about snow, avalanches, and traveling safely in and near avalanche terrain. Learn from the Friends of SAC instructor team of snow experts, mountain guides, and experienced avalanche educators. We invite everyone to join if you’re learning about avalanches for the first time or are a seasoned backcountry user ready for a yearly refresher. There is a $15 suggested donation, no preregistration required. In addition to the presentation, The Friends also put on Introduction to Avalanche Field Days. You must attend the entire presentation to attend a field session. You can pre-register for an optional field session ($50 suggested donation) here: https://forms.gle/KwcSVSUQtomxu4i97

$15

INTRO TO AVALANCHES PRESENTATION FRIENDS OF SAWTOOTH AVALANCHE CENTER

Liberty Theater

Join the Friends of the Sawtooth Avalanche Center for a 90 minute presentation based on the Know Before You Go platform, introducing basic concepts about snow, avalanches, and traveling safely in and near avalanche terrain. Learn from the Friends of SAC instructor team of snow experts, mountain guides, and experienced avalanche educators. We invite everyone to join if you’re learning about avalanches for the first time or are a seasoned backcountry user ready for a yearly refresher.

Free
Event Series BCRD FitWorks Free Open House January 4-10

BCRD FitWorks Free Open House January 4-10

BCRD

Blaine County Recreation District’s (BCRD) FitWorks fitness center invites you to embrace the “New Year, New You” spirit and take the first step toward reaching your goals with free classes and equipment. Whether you’re looking to try something new, build strength, improve flexibility, or boost your overall health, our supportive community and diverse offerings make it easier than ever to stay motivated. January 4-10, FitWorks is hosting an open house with free access to all classes and equipment. FitWorks is open from Monday to Thursday, 6:00 am to 7:00 pm, Fridays from 6:00am to 6:00 pm, and on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. FitWorks boasts a wealth of classes catering to a broad spectrum of fitness enthusiasts including H.I.I.T., Yoga, Dance, Pilates, Barre, Spin and more! FitWorks memberships start at $25/month and special rates are available for students and seniors. Fitness classes are included with a FitWorks Plus membership or are $8 per class. FitWorks is in the Community Campus building at 1050 Fox Acres Road in Hailey. For more information on hours, classes, and membership options, please visit bcrd.org or call (208) 578-2273.

Event Series Snowshoe with a Ranger

Snowshoe with a Ranger

Galena Lodge

Learn about the history of the old Galena mining camp and about the local animals who leave their tracks in the snow during a free Snowshoe with a Ranger tour. The Sawtooth National Recreation Area is offering free snowshoe tours at 11 a.m. Thursdays through March 6th and at 10am March 13 & 20th, leaving from the porch of Galena lodge. The snowshoe trip lasts about two hours, covering 1.5 miles with stops along the way. Tour-goers will learn about the winter ecology and more during the tour. A free one-day Blaine County Recreation district snowshoe pass will be provided. Snowshoes can be rented at Galena Lodge. Snowshoers are advised to dress warmly in layers, wear insulated waterproof boots, gloves, hats,  sunglasses and sunscreen. Dogs and other pets are not allowed on these particular tours. No reservations are necessary. To learn more, call the SNRA at 208-727-5000. To rent snowshoes, visit www.galenalodge.com or visit the ski shop at Galena Lodge ahead of the tour.

An Evening with Christopher Preston

The Community Library

Join us for a conversation with Christopher Preston, a January Writer-in-Residence at The Community Library's Hemingway House. Preston will be in conversation with Martha Williams, the Library's director of programs and education, on his work and writing, which centers on wildlife and rewilding, technology, conservation, and climate change. Their conversation will welcome your questions and range from the implications of the Anthropocene to wildlife recovery and ecological restoration, and from practicing the humanities in scientific environments to examining the ethical dimensions of emerging science and technology. A book signing will follow. Christopher J. Preston is a writer and philosophy professor based in Missoula, Montana. His essays have appeared in The Atlantic, Sierra, Smithsonian Magazine, Discover, Orion, The Conversation, the Wall Street Journal, and The BBC. His latest book, "Tenacious Beasts: Wildlife Recoveries That Change How We Think About Animals" won the 2024 High Plains International Book Award for non-fiction and made the New Yorker’s Best Books list of 2023. Tenacious Beasts investigates a dozen wildlife species that have fought back from the brink of extinction. Christopher meets the scientists, indigenous leaders, and activists who have assisted their return and uncovers what these tenacious species have to teach. His previous book, ...

Event Series Limelight Lounge – Live Music Series

Limelight Lounge – Live Music Series

Limelight Lounge

Throughout the year, The Limelight Lounge is the place to be in Ketchum for live local music. It’s the perfect way to unwind after a day on the mountain. Order a beer and a few apps (or go all out with dinner from our menu), and enjoy some of the best local talent in an intimate setting. Happy Hour 3:00 - 6:00 pm daily | Dinner Menu 4:30 - 9:30pm | Live Music 5:30 - 8:30pm in season Thursday to Monday and off season Friday & Saturday. December Live Music Schedule: Mon 23- Georges Bouhey Tues 24- Jon Divello Wed 25- Carl Massaro Thurs 26- Kevin Ware Fri 27- Sawtooth Shipwreck Sat 28- Sawtooth Shipwreck Sun 29- Katie Buxton Mon 30- Aaron Golay Tues 31-NYE-Walsey & the River Dogs followed by DJ Train January Live Music Schedule Thurs 2- Kevin Ware Fri 3- Jake Dejongh Sat 4- Doublewide Sun 5- Carson Hasher Mon 6- Jay Miller Thurs 9- Kevin Ware Fri 10- Vicki Overfelt & Dave Cosca Sat 11- Avery Solago Sun 12- Jon & Jen Pisano Mon 13- Travis McDaniel Thurs 16- Kevin Ware Fri 17- James Tautkus Sat 18- Doublewide Sun 19- David Henry Mon 20- David Henry Thurs ...

Pizza Night with Rico

Sun Valley Culinary Institute

Enjoy a memorable evening of pizza and fun as Ketchum’s own Rico Albright brings his signature dish to the Sun Valley Culinary Institute. Learn pro tips on creating and tossing the perfect pizza dough while devouring this classic Italian entrée. Ask this culinary maestro questions, or sit back and enjoy Rico’s humorous anecdotes from pizza-making. Dinner includes Rico’s famous breadsticks, zesty Italian salad, a selection of pizzas, and dessert. This is a dinner not a class.

$60

ONE OCEAN FILM TOUR

Liberty Theater

The One Ocean Film Tour is a series of ocean-loving films focused on adventure, the aquatic environment and inspirational stories. The tour was created in 2020 with the vision to increase awareness about ocean protection and conservation by sharing films made by people who have dedicated their lives to the ocean and all her glory. The tour is available for ocean businesses, groups and others to book and conduct community screenings world wide.

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