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Skiing & Snowboarding, Winter

12 Characters You’ll Meet on the Slopes of Sun Valley

This group represents the majority of people you’ll meet in Sun Valley. They come from all walks of life, each with their own story of how they ended up here and what they do in order to stay. They’re the chefs, bartenders and waitresses, lift operators, ski and yoga instructors, and everyone else who works to live here and preferably keeps their days free so they can ski or ride as much of their waking lives as possible. You’ll recognize them by their wide smiles, goggle tans, and that sparkle in their eyes. They’re living the dream; their life is your vacation.

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Aspen Ski Co to Build Limelight Hotel in Sun Valley

Aspen Ski Co to Build Limelight Hotel in Sun Valley Hotel Plan Marks First Development Outside of Aspen   Sun Valley, ID (For Immediate Release) Aspen Skiing Co. will build a Limelight Hotel at the base of the Sun Valley ski area in Ketchum, Idaho, marking the company's first expansion beyond Colorado. Aspen Skiing bought the Limelight in downtown Aspen in 2010 and has grown the 126-room hotel into one of the resort valley's most popular lodges, with dog-friendly, relatively affordable guest rooms and a festive lobby. The company — which operates four ski areas in the Roaring Fork Valley and Aspen's tony Little Nell hotel — last year announced plans for a 102-room Limelight at the base of its Snowmass ski area, a project the town of Snowmass Village hopes will spark stalled base village development plans. The Sun Valley Limelight is approved for 119 hotel rooms and 11 residential units. Aspen Skiing will request "minor modifications" to the hotel project, which has been approved by the city of Ketchum. Aspen Skiing purchased the property, near Sun Valley's River Run base of Bald Mountain, from developer Bald Mountain LLC for an undisclosed price. "We believe that the Limelight would …

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Real estate

RE/MAX River Run Realty of Sun Valley

Your Neighborhood Experts We are focused on providing you with the best results and service in the industry.  We listen carefully to understand your real estate goals and work hard to create solutions that make sense for you.  Whether you are new to the market or an experienced investor, we have the expertise, proven track record, and resources to help you achieve your real estate goals. As is often said, real estate is about location, location, location. We have extensive knowledge of the Ketchum, ID area and can help you find the right home for you or the right buyer for your home.

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Arts, Photography, Weddings

Dev Khalsa Photography

Dev Khalsa Photography is a full-service boutique photography studio located at 416 S. Main Street in Hailey. Dev specializes in weddings and portraits, as well as editorial and commercial photography. She is available for assignment and has an extensive collection of stock images of the Sun Valley area.

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Schools

Syringa Mountain School

Syringa Mountain School is a K-5 public charter school located in Hailey, Idaho, just 12 miles from Sun Valley and the neighboring town of Ketchum. Our school provides a rigorous, arts-integrated curriculum inspired by Waldorf education in the public school setting. We develop students who are compassionate, eco-literate, critical thinkers prepared to meet the demands of their world. We will grow to K-8 by 2017.

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SKI Magazine Resort Survey Lists Sun Valley #3 for 2015!

Ski Magazine just released their 2015 North American Resort Survey and near the top of the list was Sun Valley coming in at 3rd behind resort powerhouses Whistler Blackcomb (1st) and Deer Valley (2nd).  This honor comes a year after Sun Valley was ranked #4.  Ski Magazine writes, "When visiting Sun Valley, one tends to get caught up in the history (it’s No. 2 in Character), especially when taking a leisurely lunch in
the 75-year-old Roundhouse Lodge after a morning of 3,400-foot top-to-bottom cruisers on “fabulous fall-line terrain.” It takes only a little imagination to mentally trade state-of-the-art, liftline-eliminating high- speed lifts (No. 1) for single chairs and direct flights from Seattle, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and now Denver for the Union Pacific railroad, and you’ll understand why the rustic yet refined atmosphere of this secluded Idaho gem has beckoned skiers since 1936. It starts with the skiing. When it snows, expect epic sunny bowl skiing off the Mayday
lift. The rest of the time, immaculate grooming (No. 2) and the country’s best snowmaking system make Bald Mountain—where chasing fresh corduroy has become cultish—a thrilling place to set an edge." —Kevin Luby With this kind of endorsement and homage to the past …

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South Ketchum

Habitat on Trail Creek

Rent a Week or Own a Week!  If you are looking for a place to rent short term, give us a call and check into availablity for a spacious 2 or 3 bedroom unit.  If you are already hooked on Sun Valley and long to come every year at an affordable price, buy your own week! Own For Less Than You Can Rent!  Habitat On Trail Creek is absolutely the best way to own a piece of Sun Valley! Habitat On Trail Creek Condominiums has a limited number of weekly ownership condos located near downtown Ketchum and a half mile from the Baldy ski hill. Buy your own deeded week for the low price of $3000 and then low annual dues after that. Do your homework, and you won’t find a better value in the Wood River Valley market place. Make Sun Valley a family tradition and come year after year. Ownership benefits include: Floating time – book any week that is available Deeded ownership – all weeks are deeded as real property Split week – split your week into multiple stays Large units – 2 or 3 bdrm units, 1150-1350 square feet Updated – Units are well maintained and continually updated Full kitchens –  Each …

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Accommodations, Property Management

Habitat on Trail Creek

Habitat on Trail Creek is an affordable timeshare condominium complex located three blocks from downtown Ketchum, Idaho, and its friendly small-town atmosphere. The River Run Lodge and new gondola are just a mile away. In the other direction are the outstanding facilities at the Wood River Community YMCA where Habitat guests enjoy a free family pass to its many activities. Habitat offers spacious two and three bedroom condominiums featuring two full bathrooms and a fully equipped kitchen. HD cable TVs and free WiFi. Private laundry facilities, a heated single-car garage, hot tubs with a scenic overlook of Trail Creek, and a barbecue entertainment area all add to the enjoyment of a stay at Habitat.

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Hailey, Idaho Named Livability’s Top 10 Small Towns in United States

Hailey Named Top 10 Small Town for 2014 Livability Touts Hailey’s Healthy Lifestyle and Small Town Values   For Immediate Release (Sun Valley, ID) Hailey, Idaho, one of four towns which comprise the immediate Sun Valley region, was recently recognized by Livability as one of its Top 10 Small Towns. Hailey was recognized for not only great schools, low pollution, and high community involvement but also low crime, a high level of employment, and the greatest income distribution of any of the other towns which made the list. Livability says, “The people who live in Hailey enjoy a laid-back lifestyle filled with outdoor excursions to the nearby ski resorts, hiking/biking trails, and fishing holes.  The City of Hailey maintains several parks and trails including Hop Porter Park which hosts the Northern Rockies Music Festival.  The City is currently in the midst of improving its rodeo grounds by adding an ice skating rink, expanding the adjacent skate park and adding more parking spaces.” Livability goes on to recognize Hailey for its great dining scene as well as lively arts and culture community.  Located 15 miles from the city of Sun Valley and the ski areas of Bald Mountain and Dollar Mountain, …

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Bucket List, Summer

Finding Water in a Desert: A Guide to Sun Valley’s Swimming Spots

Sure Sun Valley might technically be considered a desert region, but believe me, there is no shortage of natural water sources. Keep in mind I’m still far from the highly acclaimed local status but if a fellow Out-of-Towner asked me, my top 5 spots thus far would have to be: