“My job is better than your vacation” says the sticker. “At either end of the socioeconomic spectrum lies a liesure class,” says a good friend. It’s true either way and in Sun Valley you find both ends of the spectrum passionate about the same thing: skiing/snowboarding. We all rise in the morning and look out the window, living the dream at the base of a ski mountain. Visiting this area is an experience in authentic mountain towns. Frequently found shocking to many, real people live here who exude a sense of warmth and hospitality that keeps people coming back. All it takes is one visit, and you are hooked. That’s how we all ended up here and we take pride in who we are and where we live, wanting you to appreciate it as much as we do. Sun Valley’s Bald Mountain is predictably ready to rip thanks to its ice-cream headache inducing cold air and a massive snow making system. In a year like last year we had great skiing even with the widespread lack of cooperation from Mother Nature. This year we have been blessed, conditions are ripening. Before the mountain opens, the itch needs to be scratched. Prior to work, at lunch and after work every nutcase with a leg to stand on is hiking to ride Baldy’s 3300 vertical. You see this place has addiction problems. This one is for exercise disguised as recreation.
Sun Valley Visitor Center Wins American Architecture Award
Sun Valley Visitor Center Building Wins Major International Architectural Award _______________ Architect Susan Desko's Design Featured in Traveling Exhibition Ketchum, ID, September 21, 2012 — The Sun Valley Marketing Alliance (SVMA) announced today that the Sun Valley Visitor Center, which was transformed last fall by Ketchum architect Susan Desko from a decaying, vacant bank building into a community gathering place, is a recipient of the highly prestigious American Architecture Awards for 2012. The Awards are international in scope, and honor new and cutting-edge design. They are organized by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. A record number of projects for new buildings, landscape architecture, and urban planning, including ones from the most well-known firms around the world, were submitted for consideration. Desko’s design was deemed one of the best by the jury, and will be featured in a traveling exhibition that opens in October at the Istanbul Biennial in Turkey. The Visitor Center will be in the company of highly regarded designs for skyscrapers, major museums, university buildings, corporate headquarters, and even the High Line in Manhattan. “We never dreamed that with such a small budget, …
Lost River Outfitters
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Sun Valley Heli Ski
Sun Valley Heli Ski is the oldest helicopter ski operator in the lower 48 states, with over 50 years of experience. Our Permit with the US Forest Service for 750,000 square acres gives us exclusive helicopter access to a massive playground with spectacular terrain, covering three mountain ranges. This is by far the most exclusive terrain of any operator in the lower 48 states, as well as most operators in Canada and Alaska. Our 4 passenger A Star B-3E, the unquestioned king of helicopters for helicopter skiing, provides an intimate guest to guide raito of 4:1. It truly is your own Private Idaho. Our runs are 1,500 to 3,000 feet long and are for intermediate and expert skiers and riders. Our current team of guides has over 100 years of collective experience guiding and touring in our terrain. This is a testament to their level of dedication and professionlism. Sun Valley Heli provides Mammut RAS Rocker 18 airbags and Mammut Barryvox Avalanche Transceivers to all our guests. We offer full day heli skiing, half day heli skiing, private charters, heli assited ski tourning and scenic flights. We also have the Smoky Mountain Lodge, the only remote fly-in heli ski lodge in the lower 48 states …
Boulder Mountain Clayworks
Boulder Mountain Clayworks, nestled in Sun Valley, Idaho, is located within easy walking distance of Ketchum and has a view of Baldy Ski Mountain from the glaze room. The Studio is fully equipped for stoneware, porcelain and raku pottery. Boulder Mountain Clayworks has 2,000 sq. ft. With 12 wheels, a slab roller, pug mill extruder and plenty of room for handbuilding. The kiln room contains two large Skutt electric kilns, one for bisque and the other for high fire. The glaze kiln is a 16 cu. ft. Geil downdraft gas kiln. It is all wonderful. Boulder Mountain Clayworks was established July, 1997 to encourage the development of clay arts within the community by offering classes for children and adults. During the summer Boulder Mountain Clayworks offers weekend workshops with prominent clay and other media artists. These workshops are “hands on,” everyone works and has a great time! Boulder Mountain Clayworks also has communal studio space to share with other clay artists.
Environmental Resource Center
Explore. Learn. Protect. The Environmental Resource Center (ERC) is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit inspiring people to explore, learn about, and protect the natural world. Based in Idaho’s Wood River Valley, the ERC helps residents and visitors connect with the outdoors and take action to keep our environment—and community—healthy and thriving. Adventure with Purpose: Sun Valley Huts Sleep under the stars, tread lightly, and experience the magic of Idaho’s wild mountains—then help protect them for those who follow. Sun Valley Mountain Huts, a program of the ERC, offers unforgettable backcountry adventures that connect you with Idaho’s wild beauty. Our six huts open the door to world-class skiing, trekking, and mountain biking—inviting guests to explore responsibly and experience the joy of traveling lightly through pristine mountain landscapes. For over 35 years, this one-of-a-kind hut system has inspired adventurers to embrace both the thrill of exploration and the importance of stewardship. – Book Your Backcountry Adventure We lead programs that inspire connection to nature and empower our community to take action: Youth Education Hands-on learning that sparks curiosity and builds the next generation of environmental stewards. Pesticide Action: Working with local partners to reduce chemical use and promote sustainable land care practices. Recycling Outreach: Partnering with …
White Otter Outdoor Adventures
Hello White Otter Guests, Fans, and Supporters! Yes, we are open for guided raft trips starting June 12! We cannot tell you how stoked we are to be back in Sunbeam, living outside, and enjoying the Sawtooth Wilderness. Nothing beats the “stay-at-home-blues” like a day on the river! To ensure the safety of our guests, employees and community, we are changing some of our operational procedures. We encourage you to reach out to us if you have any questions. We’re happy to work with you to meet your wishes and desires. Here in Sunbeam we are lucky to live steps away from the river. This gives you the option to book private launches and trips. Our guides will meet and outfit you outdoors before walking to the river. We’re glad to work with you to accommodate your group’s needs. All bookings are completely refundable this year. WHITE OTTER OUTDOOR ADVENTURES – SUNBEAM, IDAHO Annually voted Best of the Valley since 2008 White Otter is undisputedly the locals’ favorite rafting company. We are the only company located at the put-in, which means no hot and crowded bus ride to and from Stanley. We love what we do, and it shows! OFFERINGS: …
Mountain Humane
Mountain Humane – We’re on a mission to change lives by connecting pets and people. The first no-kill shelter in the state of Idaho, Mountain Humane is a non-profit organization generously supported by more than 2500 donors and 500 volunteers each year. The residents of the Wood River Valley have designated Mountain Humane as the “Best Non-Profit” in the community for the last eight years. The shelter is increasingly recognized as a destination for adoption, with “Mountain Humane alumni” living with families in 37 states and Canada. Our adoption rate has steadily increased over the years, with 622 animals adopted by loving homes last year alone! Services & Program include: Lost & Found Pets Re-homing your pet Dog Licensing Outreach Programs We are thrilled to share our unique space in Croy Canyon to the Wood River Valley Community and beyond! Offering event space at Mountain Humane allows us to further support our mission of changing lives by connecting pets and people. Mountain Humane has capacity and a variety of event spaces to host anywhere from 10 – 350 people, including state of the art audio and visual capacity in the new facility and kitchen accommodations. Please keep us in mind when …
TMN Events
Who We Are: TMN Events is built on a culture where dedication and passion meet fun as we work to fulfill our mission: creating elevated experiences. Our team of seasoned event specialists brings precision, creativity, and personalized service to every project. From intimate gatherings to large-scale global events, we manage every detail seamlessly, delivering memorable, engaging, and impactful experiences you can count on. Corporate Event Planning TMN Events has spent over 25 years transforming ideas into elevated experiences. As a full-service corporate event planning company, TMN delivers innovation and excellence at every stage. Backed by an experienced team of event specialists, TMN Events brings every detail to life, offering full-service corporate event planning and management, in-house audio-visual production, destination management services, and custom experiential events, including fabrication. Destination Management Services TMN Events are experts in Sun Valley Experiences. With experience across destinations worldwide, our team specializes in white-glove, customized touches that make every guest feel truly valued. No matter where your event takes place, TMN handles every detail seamlessly, including transportation, activity booking and management, décor and entertainment, givebacks and team-building experiences, curated gifts and amenities, onsite event support, venue sourcing and selection, event registration, mobiles apps, professional photography and videography. Follow us on …
Idaho Mountain Express
The Idaho Mountain Express and Guide is published Wednesday and Friday mornings by Express Publishing, Inc., an Idaho corporation. Founded in 1974, it is the largest twice-weekly newspaper in Idaho and serves all of Blaine County and the Wood River Valley. Express news coverage spans the state, Blaine County and Sun Valley, Ketchum, Hailey, Bellevue and Carey. The Mountain Express can be found online at mtexpress.com. Our caledar of local events can be found in each edition of the paper, or online at mtexpress.com/calendar. The Sun Valley Guide: Discover Mountain Life The Sun Valley Guide a free quarterly periodical, has the largest distribution and circulation of any locally produced magazine. The Guide delivers fresh and exciting writing to our visitors, second homeowners and local residents alike. Filled with timely information and timeless stories, each issue is useful and an entertaining read. Visit the Sun Valley Guide online at svguide.com