by Mary Beth Sligar | Oct 1, 2011 | Crafts
A decorated front entry gives off a good first impression and welcomes guests. Fall is the perfect time to add color to your entry with corn stalks, autumn flowers and berry garlands. This Halloween, make an entrance with touches of autumn that feature artfully placed...
by Paula D. Webb | Sep 1, 2011 | Getting-Out
“Once you put your boots on, you’re going all the way.” -Kim Frandsen Like packing dynamite into a hole, Kim Frandsen settles himself down on the back of his bronc. Keeping a wary eye on the head of his horse, he knows it’s the most dangerous part of the ride. Seconds...
by Paula D. Webb | Aug 1, 2011 | Features
In the quiet cool morning hours of fair time in Southern Idaho, the heat is turned on deep frying cookers while volunteers crack eggs, heat water, measure yeast, sugar and flour. Mixers whirr as Cassia County’s famous Maple Bars begin taking shape. By 9:30 a.m....
by Paula D. Webb | Aug 1, 2011 | Getting-Out
When Magic Valley Astronomical Society created a star party on top of Pomerelle Mountain Ski Resort in Southern Idaho, they brought star gazing to new heights. The 8,000-foot elevation atop Pomerelle creates a “sweet spot” for star gazers, says Chris Anderson,...
by Paula D. Webb | Jun 1, 2011 | Getting-Out
“You need to know who you are and where you come from,” insists Randy Holl, public relations chairman of Oregon Trail Muzzleloaders. “You miss out on a lot if you don’t know your history.” When Rocky Mountain fur traders by the surnames of Smith, Sublette and Jackson...
