The choice to make a life in the mountains implies a
desire for a certain amount of isolation.
It is natural to complete whatever tasks the day requires and then
settle down in your cabin. The Island Park Chamber of Commerce is always
promoting activities for residents, (as well as visitors) in an effort to avoid
devolving into a population of hermits.
Last week the Chamber organized a unique display of
early snowmobiles, as well as a progressive dinner.
The snowmobiles exhibit was hosted by the Pines and
proved quite interesting. It is amazing how far the designs have come. One sled
build by Sears looked like a fiberglass shower surround that had been laid on
its back and placed on skis!
The progressive dinner was fun. Appetizers were served
at The Grind followed by soup or salad and cheese-filled breadsticks at
Connie’s. We made our way to the Pines for spaghetti and garlic bread and
completed our dinner with dessert at Mountain Mayhem. The food, the service and
the company was all excellent. For those who weren’t ready to call it a night,
a 70’s themed party was hosted at The TroutHunter.
This weekend the Chamber also hosted a group of
veterans, providing them with lodging and food. It was a chance for the
soldiers to find a little serenity in life while enjoying Island Park. I
believe that the Chamber hopes that antique snowmobile exhibit/progressive
dinner can become an annual event and the proceeds can be used to pay the
expenses for deserving veterans.
Thanks for your efforts!
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