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JACKSON HOLE & THE TETON LIFESTYLE

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32 24 14 WELCOME
52 20 Publisher’s Note
Words From the Editor
38 Visitor’s Guidepost

10 ELEVATED THINKING
20 Learning in the Tetons
JHStyleMagazine.com | WINTER/SPRING 2016-2017 Full of Hart
Garrick and Shannon Hart
For the Love of Reading
Steve Ashley
The Keeper of the Pass
Jay Pistono
Museum Magic
Jane Lavino

CALENDAR

30 INSPIRE
32 A Passion for Place
Teton Science Schools
Math Power
Hayley Kleyman
Playing with Fire
Amy Perkins
Foodie Fenn
Annie Fenn
Chocolate Covered Dreams
Oscar Ortega
Nonprofit Spotlight

HIGHSTYLE
Gillian Chapman
46 Phil Leeds
Mary Flamino
Greg Houda

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Safety First
American Avalanche Institute
54 Ice Master
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Backcountry Zero
Carving the Highest Peak
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106 NIGHTLIFE

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While proofreading this issue, I became quickly immersed, and was soon
reminded of our own family’s experiences with education in the valley. From ABOUT THE COVER
Shannon and Garrick Hart’s introduction to mountaineering and climbing, to
the teachers and coaches who influenced each of our daughters, this commu- "Jeff Annetts and I have an elevated thinking
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ski time and less shooting. Sometimes, we forgo
As I continued reading, my smile grew as I was introduced to Valley Bookstore making pictures to scope lines and enjoy skiing
owner Steve Ashley, and Mary Flamino, youth services manager at the Teton together. Jeff’s ideas, talent, and hard work com-
County Library. Like these two, our youngest is enamored with libraries, book- prise at least three-quarters of the great success
stores, and the written word. we have had in being published commercially
and editorially."
We profile Teton Pass ambassador Jay Pistono, who has been instrumental in
our extreme skier daughter’s awareness of backcountry skiing etiquette and – Jonathan Selkowitz
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EDUCATION Jeffrey C. Bush
Creative Director
Teton Learning Isn’t Just in the Classroom Kristal Rhodes
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AND EVERYTHING THAT ENTAILS, FROM THE LIFE-CHANGING Tom Matthews
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES THAT TAKE PLACE IN JACKSON
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about the region’s ecology, other organiza- classes she teaches. Molly Absolon, Kelsey Dayton, Michelle DeLong
tions focus on teaching them how to stay Students can delve into their creative Jessica Flammang, Ben Graham, J.T. Hayes
safe in the mountains. American Avalanche sides through the Art Association of Kate Hull, Juli Anne Patty, Tibby Plasse
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knowledge, and Backcountry Zero’s aim programs. Dedicated teachers, like Jeff Thompson, Claudia Turner
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local ski slopes, and skiers and boarders wouldn’t be complete without covering Carson Meyer, Megan Peterson, Jonathan Selkowitz
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JHSTYLE VISITOR'S GUIDEPOST

JACKSON HOLE

FACTS AND STATISTICS

• T ime zone:................. MST UTC-7 (Summer MDT UTC-6)
• Teton County seat:................................................Jackson
• L argest town in Teton County:..............................Jackson
• Jackson’s 2010 year-round population:................... 9,577
• Teton County’s 2010 year-round population:........ 21,294
• Winter population increase:..................................+5,000
• Summer population increase:..............................+52,000
• Zip codes:........................... 83001, 83002, 83014, 83025
• Elevation in town of Jackson:................................. 6,237’
• Elevation in Jackson Hole Valley:................. 6,069-6,779’
• Grand Teton’s height:........................................... 13,775’
• Length of Jackson Hole Valley:............................ 48 miles
• Width of Jackson Hole Valley:..........................8-15 miles
• Y ear Snow King Ski Area, Wyoming’s first

ski area, opened:...................................................... 1939
• Year Jackson Hole Mountain Resort opened:........... 1965
• Jackson Hole Mountain Resort vertical drop:......... 4,139’
• Year Yellowstone National Park established:............ 1872
• Year Grand Teton National Park established:........... 1929
• Annual visitation in Grand Teton:..........4.6 million (2015)
• Most valuable industry:.........................................Tourism
• Percentage of publicly-owned land in Teton County:.... 97%
• Area of Bridger-Teton National Forest:..... 3.4 million acres
• Number of feature films shot in Jackson Hole:...........15+
• Mammal species in Jackson Hole/Yellowstone:.........60+
• Bird species in Jackson Hole/Yellowstone:...............100+
• Active thermal features in Yellowstone:................. 10,000
• Climate:...................humid continental (almost subarctic)

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Summer (July/Aug) Average High: 78˙F / Average Low: 40˙F
Spring/Fall: Average High: 68˙F / Average Low: 30˙F
Winter: Average 0-30˙F
Record High: 97˙F
Record Low: -46˙F

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Road Conditions.....................................1.888.WYO.ROAD
Central Reservations...................................... 888.733.1093
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort............................. 733.2292
START Bus............................................................ 733.4521
Hospital................................................................ 733.3636
Airport.................................................................. 733.7682
Jackson Police...................................................... 733.1430
Teton County Sheriff............................................. 733.4052
Grand Targhee Resort.......................................... 353.2300
Snow King Resort................................................. 733.5200
Grand Teton National Park................................... 739.3300
Yellowstone National Park.................................... 344.7381
Bridger-Teton National Forest.............................. 739.5500
Jackson Chamber of Commerce.......................... 733.3316
Grand Teton Association...................................... 739.3606

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FROM BOOKS TO BELAY DEVICES, THERE’S A LOT TO LEARN IN THE TETONS. IN ADDITION
TO A VARIETY OF EXCELLENT SCHOOLS, INCLUDING A BRANCH OF CENTRAL WYOMING
COLLEGE, THE VALLEY IS HOME TO EARLY LITERACY PROGRAMS, ART EDUCATION CLASSES,
AND ONE OF THE BEST CLASSROOMS FOR OUTDOOR LEARNING ANYWHERE: THE TETONS.

Education in the Teton region can consist of anything from educating backcountry skiers and other visitors about the
spending a day curled up with a good book, to attending area and encouraging them to enjoy it safely, while also
a day of classes, taking a naturalist-guided snowshoe hike conserving and protecting a place he and many others
in Grand Teton National Park, or hiring a world-class back- hold dear.
country ski guide at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort to learn Valley Bookstore owner Steve Ashley combines his love of
how to safely enjoy the outdoors. the outdoors with his passion for books, even making time
After learning the art of mountaineering by trial and to read by bringing a book along with him for the chairlift
spine-tingling error, teachers Garrick and Shannon Hart when he’s out for a day on the slopes. Jane Lavino, educa-
branched out from their classroom teaching jobs at the high tion and exhibits curator at the National Museum of Wildlife
school and middle school to start their schools’ mountain- Art, also strives to meld education with the outdoors as she
eering clubs. The clubs safely expose young people to the cultivates programs to educate museum visitors about many
mountains, helping kids learn how to do everything from different aspects of the natural world.
scaling the Grand Teton to navigating avalanche-prone Living in the Tetons often means combining a love of edu-
slopes and assessing backcountry terrain. cation with a passion for adventure. For Jacksonites, these
Jay Pistono also works to help people stay safe from ava- things are closely intertwined. Every day is an adventure,
lanches and other mountain hazards in his role as Teton and every day is a chance to learn something new, whether
Pass ambassador. Pistono spends his days atop Teton Pass in the classroom or on the ski slopes. n

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FULL of HART
Teachers Inspire Future Mountaineers
WORDS Molly Absolon | IMAGE David Bowers

AFTER A FULL DAY TEACHING, MOST PEOPLE WOULD WANT TO GO HOME, BUT THAT’S
NOT THE CASE FOR GARRICK AND SHANNON HART. THEY VOLUNTEER TO SPEND EVEN
MORE TIME WITH THEIR STUDENTS BY LEADING TRIPS AND ORGANIZING ACTIVITIES FOR
THE HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL MOUNTAINEERING CLUBS.

“I was surprised when I started teaching at the high school another because they did not have the appropriate equip-
here,” Garrick says. “You could learn everything except the ment. Soon, however, the couple became hooked on climb-
two things that make the town famous: Alpine climbing and ing and learned how to practice the sport safely.
backcountry skiing. They’re sports that have a dangerous
learning curve without close supervision and mentorship.” After Garrick received his teaching degree, the couple began
looking for a mountain town with climbing opportunities that
He set out to do something needed a high school phys-
about that gap and began to ics teacher. Jackson Hole High
talk about avalanches in his School was the first to respond,
physics classes, using snow "TEACHING KIDS TO ENJOY THEIR and the Harts moved to the
dynamics to illustrate complex PASSION, AND WATCHING THEM GROW region, sight unseen.

physics problems. WHILE EXPERIENCING THE OUTDOORS, At that time, Shannon was home
Rod Newcomb, the founder IS VERY REWARDING." with their children. After the kids

and owner of American Ava- – Garrick Hart moved out of babyhood, she
lanche Institute at the time, finished up her schooling and
partnered with Garrick so started teaching art at Jackson
that every kid taking physics Hole Middle School where she
at the high school was being helped start a mountaineering
exposed to the classroom part club for younger kids.
of a Level I Avalanche Course.
“School was always a struggle
Some students opted to com- for me,” Shannon says. “So
plete the training by going out I love to create a classroom
into the winter for the field portion of the curriculum as well. where kids can be successful and feel good. My curriculum
From those field days, the Jackson Hole Mountaineering is based on progress and growth over product.”
Club was born.
That philosophy translates to the mountaineering clubs,
Hart’s motivation for teaching kids to climb stemmed from where the couple is most inspired by participants who over-
his own experience. After playing football in college, he was come challenges to learn skills and tackle their fears.
looking for a sport that would keep him busy and fit. He saw
some people climbing and decided he wanted to give it a Additionally, the clubs expose kids to adults such as Exum
try, soon convincing his wife, Shannon, to join him. guides, American Avalanche Institute teachers, kayaking instruc-
tors, and a number of other teachers who volunteer their time
“We bought a rope and Freedom of the Hills and started and serve as strong, positive role models for the teenagers.
climbing,” he says, referring to the classic introductory
climbing book published by Mountaineers Books. "Teaching kids to enjoy their passion, and watching them
grow while experiencing the outdoors, is very rewarding," SMALL IMAGE bank215©adobestock.com
“We learned by trial and error,” Shannon adds. “That results Garrick says.
in a long learning curve.”
The Harts are quick to point out the other people who have
But the Harts say they wouldn’t recommend learning to worked to make the mountaineering clubs a success, but
climb the way they did. Garrick says most of their gear pur- there’s no doubt their dedication and enthusiasm have cre-
chases came after they terrified themselves on one climb or ated a unique program for Jackson teens. n

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FOR THE LOVE

of READING
Ashley Shares Passion for Books

WORDS Brielle Schaeffer | IMAGE David Bowers

STEVE ASHLEY MIGHT BE THE ONLY PERSON IN TETON COUNTY WHO LIKES TO READ ON
THE CHAIRLIFT. THE JACKSON NATIVE IS AN INSATIABLE READER, A GOOD HABIT TO HAVE
AS THE OWNER OF VALLEY BOOKSTORE.

“Nothing makes me happier than reading,” he says. “It has almost gone out of business three times but never
actually got there,” he says. “We’re not perfect. We’re not
Growing up in Jackson, Ashley used to frequent the book- growing, but we’re not shrinking.”
store in town. It used to be the Valley Shop, which sold
books and art supplies before transitioning to books and Ashley believes that Valley Bookstore provides something
camera equipment. Amazon cannot. The store holds special events like a recent
autograph party with conservation-minded author Terry Tem-
“I spent a good amount of time in there,” he recalls. “I can pest Williams and a book release complete with cauldron
remember going in and buying every Ian Fleming James cakes for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Bond novel that they had and ordering the rest.”
His longtime employees are also well-versed and can offer
The store moved locations a few times and also changed book recommendations in a flash.
directions. In the 1970s, Val-
ley Shop owner Grant Larson, “They know books better
who went on to serve in the “NOTHING MAKES ME than anybody that you’ll find

Wyoming State Senate, com- HAPPIER THAN READING.” in the comment section of
bined the book business with Amazon.com,” he says.
something different. – Steve Ashley

“In 1977, he realized there Ashley also takes his respon-
sibility in the community seri-
was a lot more money to be ously. The store holds book
made in office supplies than fairs at local schools, with 20
books,” Ashley says. “He percent of proceeds going to
sold me the book side of the the school libraries. He also
business.” keeps his store well-stocked
with required reading materials.
Before he bought the book-
store, Ashley attended Middlebury College in Vermont and "We provide a deep resource of books about our area and
often found himself in coffee shops around Boston “read- provide an eclectic and wide-ranging selection of books for
ing Zane Grey novels and pining for the West,” he says. The our customers," he says. "We carry books that don’t sell
sale was fortuitous timing, according to Ashley. often but are important to have because they are relevant to
understanding and enjoying our spot in Wyoming."
Over the years Valley Bookstore grew, and at one point in
the 1980s, the shop was 4,500 square feet with both an Despite the challenges of the changing market, Ashley loves SMALL IMAGE vvoe©adobestock.com
upstairs and downstairs. But then it shrunk with the intro- what he does.
duction of online shopping.
“It’s Christmas every day,” he says. “If you love books, then
After Amazon came into the picture, the bookshop slowly you’re opening cartons of new books every day. Over time,
decreased in size—to about 1,500 square feet—and moved you’re able to offer people those books that you love that
to where it is today, tucked into the corner of Gaslight Alley. you’ve read. That’s the reward.” n

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THE KEEPER

of THE PASS
Pistono Takes Ambassador Role to Heart

WORDS Claudia Turner | IMAGES David Bowers & Patricia Pistono

JAY PISTONO DOESN’T SEE HIS ROLE AS TETON PASS AMBASSADOR AS A JOB.
“THE PASS IS AN ADVENTURE,” HE SAYS.

Pistono has held the role of ambassador for 12 years now, When Pistono began skiing Jackson in the 1970s, he started
working at Teton Pass, a popular spot for backcountry ski- purchasing annual passes to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
ing in the Bridger-Teton National Forest along Highway Then, he found work as a ski instructor so he wouldn’t have
22 near the Wyoming–Idaho state line. to buy a pass anymore. But soon, he began traveling into the
backcountry, embracing its wildness and affordability. His con-
The idea of designating Pis- cern for Teton Pass was born
tono as official Teton Pass early on, and he first started
Ambassador came to fruition talking to people about caring
when U.S. Forest Service pro- “THIS IS ALL ABOUT THE PASS for it as early as the mid-1980s.
gram manager Linda Merigli- AND ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE

ano and Friends of Pathways RECREATION AND ENCOURAGING Today, Pistono works to educate
executive director Tim Young THOSE WHO USE IT TO TAKE CARE people about Teton Pass eti-
approached Pistono about the quette, and he notes that a few
position. He was already regu- OF IT AND BE RESPONSIBLE.” visitors can be disagreeable.
larly traversing the area with his While many respect the area
dog, Molly, picking up litter and – Jay Pistono and traverse with care, some

others' dog waste, so Merigli- take up two parking spaces
ano and Young proposed mak- or leave dog waste or trash
ing his regular routine into an behind.
official job.
But for the most part, Pistono
As Teton Pass ambassador, Pis- is excited by his job every day.
tono’s goals include greater ava- He’s also taken his work on the
lanche awareness, encouraging road, traveling to places like
carpooling and considerate park- Salt Lake City, Utah, and Den-
ing, proper dog etiquette and ver, Colorado, to promote the
clean-up, and sharing the impor- idea of ambassador programs
tance of the pass along with the and sharing a model other
attention and care required to communities can use.
sustain it. A dozen or so reliable
volunteer assistants help him Pistono's quiet passion for
attain these goals. exploring the area is anchored
by his humbleness and respect
Pistono also works closely with for the wild landscape.
agencies like Teton County
Search and Rescue, Wyoming “This is all about the pass and
Department of Transporta- access to affordable recreation
tion, Wyoming State Highway and encouraging those who
Patrol, and the Teton County use it to take care of it and be
Sheriff’s Office, as well as the Pistono's dog, Molly responsible,” Pistono says. n
general public.

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MMUASGEUICM
Wildlife Art a Perfect Fit for Lavino

WORDS Kristen Pope | IMAGES David Bowers & Courtesy Jane Lavino

EVERY DAY, WHEN JANE LAVINO GOES INTO WORK AT THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF WILDLIFE
ART, SHE WALKS AMONG PAINTINGS OF ELEPHANTS, POLAR BEARS, AND PRONGHORNS, A
RAVEN SCULPTURE THAT EVOKES THOUGHT-PROVOKING QUESTIONS, AND A CHILDREN’S PLAY
AREA PACKED WITH ANIMAL COSTUMES, PUPPETS, AND ART ACTIVITIES. THESE SURROUNDINGS
FIT HER PERFECTLY. WITH A DEEP PASSION FOR ART, EDUCATION, AND WILDLIFE, SHE IS WELL-
SUITED FOR HER ROLE AS THE MUSEUM’S EDUCATION AND EXHIBITS CURATOR.

Lavino has worked in education for de- Her focus on education is evident as she
cades, teaching everything from photog- walks through the museum. Visitors fre-
raphy and papermaking to wilderness quently ask her everything from the differ-
skills. She even spent seven summers ence between a bison and a buffalo to how
working for the National Outdoor Lead- bronze sculptures are made, and she appre-
ership School, leading trips into the ciates the opportunity to share her knowl-
Absaroka and Wind River mountains in- edge. She particularly enjoys chatting with
stilling wilderness, climbing, and map visitors in the museum’s open studio.
reading skills in her students.
“I love to come to open studio and spend
The wildlife focus of the museum is also time talking to people and getting a sense
dear to Lavino. When she and her hus- of who our visitors are,” she says. “This
band, Ed Lavino, moved to the area nearly museum is particularly valuable for educa-
three decades ago, they built a home in tion because people are so curious.”
the Buffalo Valley east of Moran. They
have since moved to town, but during the When she’s not working, Lavino is often
years they lived on the one-acre property, focusing on her own artwork, particularly
they relished the time they spent spotting printmaking. She carefully carves blocks
moose, elk, deer, bison, coyotes, bears, “FROM THE START, I of rubber into birds, feathers, bears,
and birds right outside their door. ALWAYS FELT LIKE THIS fish, flowers, blueberries, and other
nature-inspired images and creates ink
Back then, Jane Lavino taught for the MUSEUM compositions with them, decorating note
Teton County School District, but she WAS A PERFECT MATCH cards, tea towels, aprons, and baby one-

eventually switched to working at the FOR MY EDUCATION sies with her artwork. A few times a year,
museum as youth education coordina- AND SKILLS.” she’ll sell them at small fairs and bazaars.
tor, developing school programs and
organizing tours. Later, she became In the past, she taught papermaking
curator of education, coordinating adult – Jane Lavino classes for the Art Association of Jack-

programs such as lectures and films, son Hole. These days, she's generally a
incorporating education into exhibits, and developing self- student with the association, taking classes such as jewelry
guided tours. This year, she celebrates her 25th year with making and metalworking.
the museum.

“I think education is important for everyone,” she says. “If
“From the start, I always felt like this museum was a perfect you don’t keep learning new things and trying new skills,
match for my education and skills,” she says. you will forget the joy of discovery in learning.” n

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JHSTYLE CALENDAR OF EVENTS

WINTER
HAPPENINGS

Calendar of Events

IMAGES Megan Peterson, Jeffrey Kaphan & Carson Meyer

2.18-19

1.27

NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY FEBRUARY

24: Jackson Hole Mountain 10: Grand Targhee opens its 19-22: Teton Valley hosts the 4: Synchronization, symmetry,
Resort (JHMR) opens for the snow bike racing series with Fat Great Snow Fest with snow and style are the main judging
season. Bike Race #1. sculpting, races, a film festival, criteria at the Powder 8’s Grand
25: Watch thousands of lights 17: JHMR’s long-awaited and more. Nationals at JHMR.
enliven Jackson’s famous elk Sweetwater Gondola opens for 20-22: The Wes Barron Speed 8-9: Athletes from all over the
antler arches at the annual Town its inaugural season. Series features three days of state come together to compete
Square lighting ceremony. 31: For New Year's Eve, all three Super G racing at JHMR. at the Wyoming Special Olympics.
local ski resorts (JHMR, Snow 27: Sled dogs race through town 11-12: Horses pull skiers over a
30 King, and Grand Targhee) ring in as the Eukanuba Stage Stop Sled series of jumps at Jackson Hole
2017 with torchlight parades and Dog Race kicks off. Shrine Club’s skijoring event at
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18-19: Watch Western-style chariot races—called cutter races—
at Melody Ranch at this annual Jackson Hole Shrine Club event. 31
25-26: Skiers and snowboarders compete in the Dick’s Ditch
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MARCH

3-6: Grand Targhee hosts the Big Mountain Telemark Series.
11-12: Snow King hosts the Mini-Hahnenkamm Town Downhill
Race with pro, recreation, telemark, junior, fat and baggy, and
snowboard categories.
17-19: Celebrate spring with three days of music and fun at
JHMR’s Rendezvous Weekend.
24: The best snowmobilers from around the U.S. and
Canada race up Snow King’s slopes for charity at the World
Championship Snowmobile Hill Climb.
25: The Karen Oatey Pole Pedal Paddle is a favorite spring event
featuring Alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, cycling, and boating.

APRIL

8: Slide down Grand Targhee’s slopes in a homemade
cardboard craft at the resort’s annual Cardboard Box Derby.
15: Meet the Easter bunny and search for eggs at Jackson’s
Town Easter Egg Hunt
15: “Sink or skim” at the annual Grand Targhee Pond Skim.

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AfoPrAPSLSAICOEN
Teton Science Schools Transform Lives

WORDS Ben Graham | IMAGES Courtesy JayGoodrich.com, Amy Lorenz, Jenny Baysa & Teton Science Schools

AMY LORENZ WAS IN THE SEVENTH GRADE WHEN SHE FIRST
VISITED THE RUGGED LANDSCAPE OF JACKSON HOLE DURING A TETON
SCIENCE SCHOOLS FIELD ECOLOGY PROGRAM. SHE REMEMBERS THE JOY OF
HIKING IN THE BACKCOUNTRY WITH HER FELLOW CAMPERS AND LEARNING

ABOUT THE AREA’S FLORA AND FAUNA.

Amy Lorenz received her master's degree through Teton Schools' graduate program, and she now works
at the Harvard Museum of Comparative Zoology.

But for the Pennsylvania native, the program also left a The organization got its start in the 1960s when a science
deeper mark. teacher named Ted Major came up with a novel way to
“I think that’s when I first realized there was a place for this teach the natural sciences. Students would learn best, he
sort of nerdy naturalist inside of me,” Lorenz says. “I met a thought, by actually being out in nature. His idea was to
lot of other kids like me.” “expand the classroom into the outdoors,” as Teton Science
Schools officials like to say.

Years later, Lorenz would return to the valley to complete In the summer of 1967, Major led 12 high school students on a
her master’s degree through Teton Science Schools’ grad- six-week program of research projects and field trips in the wild
uate program, which culmi- areas surrounding Jackson Hole.
nated in a degree from the By 1973, the organization was able
University of Wyoming in natu- to secure a lease with Grand Teton
ral science education. “I THINK [MY TIME AT TETON National Park to move the non-

SCIENCE SCHOOLS] IS WHEN I FIRST profit to Elbo Ranch, near Kelly,
Today, she works at the Har- where the campus remains today.
vard Museum of Comparative REALIZED THERE WAS A PLACE FOR Since then, the program has
Zoology on the Encyclope- THIS SORT OF NERDY NATURALIST grown into a sprawling, multi-
dia of Life global biodiversity pronged, nonprofit educational
project. In this role, she helps INSIDE OF ME. I MET A LOT OF organization with four campuses
schools develop curriculum OTHER KIDS LIKE ME.”

based on local ecosystems. – Amy Lorenz in Wyoming and Idaho.

“My goal is that anyone who Today, Teton Science Schools
wants to use our curriculum and use this place-based model operates seven different programs, including everything from
can apply it wherever they are,” Lorenz says. “The major summer field education programs to a pre-K through 12th grade
focus is using the local ecosystem and community as the private educational institution known as the Journeys School.
place where they start.” Most recently, in 2015, the nonprofit merged with The Murie
That is an ethos she can trace back to her time with Teton Center and continues to run its conservation and education
Science Schools. For five decades, people from all walks programs in Grand Teton National Park. The organization
of life have enjoyed the organization’s programs, learning even runs a wildlife tour program for tourists, allowing visitors
about the Jackson Hole region's ecology and natural sys- to get up close and personal with herds of bison and elk in
tems through hands-on, experiential learning. the company of a trained naturalist guide. >>

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But Teton Science Schools is still “Once I got there, I started realizing it
best known for its work with youth. was really something I was interested in.”
Jenny Baysa is yet another one of the Today, Baysa is studying wildlife biology
school’s accomplished alumni. Like at the University of California-Davis.
Lorenz, she first visited Jackson Hole Both Baysa and Lorenz were able to
through a summer program with the use Teton Science Schools programs
nonprofit in 2012. Coming from Los to refine their passions and turn their
Angeles, the experience was foreign love of outdoor education into some-
to her in nearly every way. thing they could share with others.
“We didn't really get to go outside of “Teton Science Schools provided me
our comfort zone in Los Angeles,” she with the space to take this disorga-
says. But her time in the backcountry nized interest I had and put it together
of Jackson Hole opened her eyes. to work in a meaningful way in educa-
“When I first got to Jackson I wasn't tion,” Lorenz says. n
considering studying wildlife,” she says.

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MATH POWER The scene was the girls-only math camp
Tutoring Entrepreneur Inspires Local Students put on by Jackson Hole Tutoring. More
than 50 students participated in two
WORDS Ben Graham | IMAGE David Bowers week-long sessions.
“We’re trying to inspire them at a
LAST SUMMER, A GROUP OF GIRLS HUDDLED AROUND A young age, telling them they can do
TABLE AT THE JACKSON HOLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL, DEEP IN this,” says Hayley Kleyman, founder of
CONCENTRATION. THE GIRLS, RANGING FROM FIRST GRADE the tutoring enterprise.
TO SIXTH, WERE PLAYING A GAME OF CARDS AND RIGOROUSLY And she should know. Kleyman’s love
WORKING ON THEIR MULTIPLICATION SKILLS. IN THE BACK OF THE of math only grew as she became older
ROOM, SEVERAL FIRST GRADERS PLAYED SHOP, BUYING SNACKS and delved deeper into the subject. She
WITH A SACK OF COINS AND COUNTING UP DOLLARS AND CENTS. is confident that other girls can have a
similar experience with a little help.
Kleyman studied math at the Univer-
sity of Wisconsin and has been tutor-
ing since her undergraduate days. After
school, she continued working with
young students one-on-one as a way to
make extra money.
When she returned to her hometown of
Jackson in 2014, she continued follow-
ing her passion by founding her com-
pany, Jackson Hole Tutoring. Initially,
she didn’t do any marketing for her new
business. But slowly, through word-of-
mouth, it grew.
Today, she can barely keep up. Kleyman
employs 12 tutors and works with a wide
range of students in terms of both age
and ability. While the girls math camp is
close to her heart, it is just a small part
of the business. Kleyman’s days consist
of training tutors, organizing lessons,
balancing spreadsheets, and sitting
down with students to go over math
problems. Working with kids is what she
loves most.
She also enjoys working with older stu-
dents and helping them prepare for col-
lege. Pennants from different colleges
Kleyman has visited hang on her office
walls. She hopes her students will one day
be able to attend these schools or one of
the thousands of other options available.
This is why Kleyman, along with Sarah
Phocas, co-founded Jackson Hole Col-
lege Consulting in 2016. Recently, they
offered a summer college prep workshop
pro bono to students at the Teton Liter-
acy Center. They are helping five teen-
agers navigate the application process,
from test prep work to figuring out how
to finance a degree. All of them would be
the first in their families to go to college.
Kleyman believes they will succeed.
“They have no idea that this is so attain-
able,” she says. n

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PLAYING WITH FIRE
Perkins Teaches Glass Art
WORDS Kristen Pope | IMAGES Jeff Buydos

INTENSELY GAZING AT THE RED-HOT, MOLTEN GLASS, AMY PERKINS IS QUICKLY PLOTTING HER NEXT
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“You have to finish it all at once. Even if it’s 120 degrees in the
studio, you have to power through and finish. You can’t worry
about sweat getting in your eyes. You’re really in the moment.
It’s a 2,000-degree medium and within 15 seconds, it’s cold.
You have to focus and pay attention—it keeps you busy.”
Perkins has worked with glass for 15 years, and she currently
teaches glassworking classes for the Art Association of Jack-
son Hole. For the past three years, she has taught summer
classes and camps for kids as well as adult workshops, help-
ing people learn how to create beads, pendants, miniature
ornaments, and tiny glass critters with a torch. Her favorite cre-
ations are the ones that make people smile.
“I like humorous, cartoonish animals,” she says. “My favorite
things to make are ladybugs, frogs, cats, and fish, but I really
like to make everything because it is all challenging and fun.”
She attended the Pilchuck Glass School near Seattle and took
numerous glass workshops there, learning glassblowing, hot
casting, and other techniques. She also has a bachelor’s of fine
art in glassblowing from the Rochester Institute of Technology
in New York.
Before coming to Jackson, she worked at a fast-paced produc-
tion studio in Maryland specializing in clear glass. She cranked
out many copies of the same object—such as a particular style
of drinking glass—making up to 60 pieces daily.
“I learned a lot there, but I missed seeing colors,” she says.
Perkins also worked at a lighting company in Texas, creating
anything and everything lighting-related out of glass includ-
ing sconces, cylindrical outdoor lights, and lampshades, as
well as projects at large office buildings in Dallas and Hous-
ton. Additionally, she spent several summers in Skagway,
Alaska, teaching glassblowing to cruise ship passengers who
stopped at the port.
In addition to teaching glassworking, Perkins owns You Dirty
Dog, a pet grooming service, and is a snowboard instructor at
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
She also creates her own glass projects that she sells on Etsy
and at Raven Lunatics in Alpine. She’s currently working on a
landscape sunset series, combining different colors of glass to
create sunsets. Perkins loves experimenting with color, espe-
cially when she’s not quite sure what will happen.
“A lot of colors will react with each other and create a com-
pletely different color where they meet,” she explains.
The interplay of colors and unpredictability of glass can be a
challenge, but for Perkins it’s an exciting one. From creating
beautiful sunset images to cute critters, every creation she
makes is just another opportunity to play with fire and find
something to smile about. n

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FooFEdNieN

Doctor Combines Passions for Cooking and Health

WORDS Kate Hull | IMAGE Megan Peterson

WHEN ANNIE FENN RETIRED AFTER PRACTICING OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY FOR TWO DECADES,
SHE HAD NO INTENTION OF JUMPING INTO ANOTHER CAREER. BUT NOW, THE WOMAN BEHIND THE
WELL-LOVED JACKSON HOLE FOODIE BLOG IS CREATING A NEW CAREER THAT COMBINES HER TWO
PASSIONS: COOKING AND HELPING PEOPLE STAY HEALTHY.

Some people would pause after retiring and last day of practice, a bunch of my girl- and other delights. Her Sicilian roots shine
just relax. But not Fenn. Her drive and appe- friends took me out for drinks at Nani’s. through with rustic Italian recipes reminis-
tite for trying something new was quickly My girlfriend gave me a gag gift called cent of her heritage.
corralled into sharing stories from her kitchen Blogging for Dummies.” “I like to cook from the season, which can
with others. She wrote her first blog post the And, thankfully for local food-lovers, she began be really hard in the winter,” she says. “I
day after she closed her practice. to write. Her blog, JacksonHoleFoodie.com, love to cook simple rustic cuisine, mostly
now features recipe after recipe for home- Italian, but I definitely like to delve into
“I never planned on becoming a food made huckleberry jams, ricotta gnocchi, other cultures.”
writer at all,” she says. “But after my very
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“I AM REALLY EXCITED
ABOUT GETTING

BACK IN THE BUSINESS OF
HELPING PEOPLE WITH
THEIR HEALTH.”

– Annie Fenn

For the past six years, Fenn has been
exploring new recipes, chatting with local
chefs, and writing for her blog, local mag-
azines, and newspapers. But she soon real-
ized she needed something more.

“Writing about the food culture is really fun
and experiencing it is so exciting, but some-
thing was missing,” she says. Fenn needed
to help her community stay healthy.

Earlier this year, Fenn heard about a study
that came out of Rush University Medical
Center in Chicago about the MIND Diet
(Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neu-
rodegenerative Delay), which reduced the
risk of cognitive decline in people who ate
“brain-healthy” foods.

She was inspired by the study’s results and
started looking for ways to help the grow-
ing percentage of the populace at risk for
dementia.

Fenn reached out to friend and fellow doc-
tor Martha Stearn at the St. John’s Institute
for Cognitive Health in Jackson. As fate
would have it, Stearn was already working
to create an eight-week course for people
hoping to reduce their cognitive risks called
“Brain Works,” which covers mindfulness,
food choices, meditation, and more. Fenn
collaborated with Stearn and now teaches
cooking classes based on the MIND Diet.

“The study is evidence-based which, as
a doctor, really excites me,” Fenn says.
“Mostly, I am teaching how to eat and cook
with whole foods and stay away from pro-
cessed foods as well as buy organic as much
as possible.”

She taught a Brain Works class in Chicago, and
she will soon travel to Rancho La Puerta Spa in
Tecate, Mexico, serving as guest chef for the
cooking school, which boasts the oldest organic
garden in North America. Her program there
will focus on wellness and longevity.

“I am really excited about getting back in
the business of helping people with their
health,” she says. “If I can do it through
teaching people how to cook and eat, then
I think that is amazing.” n

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CHOCOLATE
COVERED DREAMS

Ortega Crafts Top Treats

WORDS Michelle DeLong | IMAGES David Bowers & Courtesy Chef Ortega

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The decadent chocolate morsel has nutty As the judges proclaimed the Mexican Born in Mexico City, he credits his love of
banana flavors at first taste, which then team the winner and called out “Oscar food to his beloved mother, who was a pro-
give way to velvety, buttery, walnut creami- Ortega,” he felt hot tears of joy streaming fessional psychiatrist and yet still found time
ness—a true taste of perfection. down his cheeks and a rush of indescrib- to prepare a home-cooked meal each day.
able emotion. “That feeling stays with you He remembers helping her in the kitchen as
This miniature masterpiece won the title of for life,” he says. a young boy when she remarked, “You are
best chocolate in the world at The World Ortega is a dynamo, busy and smiling as going to be a chef one day.”
Chocolate Masters competition in Italy. For he orchestrates the art of chocolate-mak- As a boy, he often traveled around Mexico
Ortega, whose life goal was “to be the best ing. He is fluent in four languages and is with his father, visiting the colorful markets
in the world, at one time, at what I do,” this as much of a perfectionist as he is a cre- and delighting in the adventure of looking
moment was akin to winning an Olympic ative force. for new or interesting foods. From an early
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– Oscar Ortega

age, he particularly loved finding new chocolate shops and
was always in search of sweet treats.

Chocolate, Ortega notes, is one way in which he honors his
Mexican heritage since the Aztecs originally discovered choc-
olate in Mexico. Now, when creating his delicious desserts for
CocoLove, he calls upon his heritage by serving up celebrated
delicacies such as Mexican hot chocolate, chipotle chocolate
pudding, and tres leches cake.

In his early 20s, Ortega moved from Mexico to Europe and
enrolled in Cast Alimenti, a culinary school in Italy. As he
studied to become a master in Italian cuisine, the Italian pas-
try team was getting ready to compete in Coupe du Monde
de la Patisserie, a French pastry competition. That year, Italy
won and Ortega fell in love with the world of desserts and
competitive cooking.

“When I saw the perfection and the creativity in the desserts…
I knew this is what I wanted to do,” he recounts. He changed
his major to pastry immediately.

Ortega found his way from Europe to Jackson by happen-
stance and stayed for the beautiful scenery, skiing, and for
love—a trifecta of reasons many Jacksonites can relate to.

CocoLove, which opened its doors in 2012, is reminiscent of
a modern European café, and passersby wander in for what
Ortega deems “the perfect bite of sweet.”

Choices like the decadent espresso mascarpone cheesecake,
perfectly rose-colored raspberry sorbet, and sparkling, jew-
el-like chocolates make walking away with just one a nearly
impossible feat.

In addition to owning CocoLove, Ortega owns a workshop
and storefront named Atelier Ortega where all of his chocolate
is handcrafted.

The artisanal chocolates tell an international culinary story with
names such as “three tea,” “honey balsamic,” “wasabi white
chocolate,” and “chipotle.” With such inexhaustible variety,
one has to ask: Which is the chocolate master’s favorite?

Ortega smiles as he says, “Every single thing I create is some-
thing that I am very proud of. My favorite chocolate? It is the
last one I have created.” n

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NONPROFIT SPOTLIGHT

Local organizations working to make a difference

TETON VALLEY SKI EDUCATION FOUNDATION

For over 30 years, the Teton Valley Ski Edu- to training on the local Nordic trails and at
cation Foundation (TVSEF) has served Teton Grand Targhee Resort. TVSEF offers a sum-
Valley, Idaho, residents as the area’s non- mer mountain bike program as well as dry
profit ski team. It provides affordable win- land training in the fall. The organization’s
ter sports opportunities to kids and their main goal is to help kids develop a life-
families. TVSEF offers programs in Alpine long love of winter sports, though they’ve
racing, freeride, snowboarding, and Nordic also helped develop nationally-ranked ath-
skiing, with competitors traveling through- letes and ski professionals, including Sage
out the Rocky Mountain region, in addition Cattabriga-Alosa. TVSEF.org

ONE22 TETON WILDLIFE
REHABILITATION CENTER
ONE22 SOUNDS
LIKE A NEW People often call the Teton Wildlife Reha-
bilitation Center if they find an animal they
ORGANIZATION, believe may need assistance, such as a young
BUT IT’S ACTUALLY A deer curled up alone in tall grass. The center
MERGER OF THREE fields these calls and often ends up educating
people about animal behavior and the fact
FAMILIAR LOCAL many of these animals are actually safe and
NONPROFITS THAT just awaiting their parent’s return. In addition
WORK TO IMPROVE THE to this type of educational work, the organi-
QUALITY OF LIFE FOR zation also provides public and private educa-
tional programs and is working to build com-
RESIDENTS munity partnerships.
IN THE REGION. The organization is currently seeking land
where it can build a permanent facility to
The Community Resource Cen- rehabilitate wildlife harmed by human actions
ter, El Puente, and the Latino and provide an internship program. Ulti-
Resource Center recently merged mately, the organization plans to incorporate
to create One22. The organiza- a captive breeding program within 10 years
tion provides medical interpre- to help restore endangered and threatened
tation services 24 hours a day, native species. TetonWildlife.org
365 days a year, and helps clients
navigate the financial aspects
of health care. It also provides
temporary financial aid to peo-
ple facing unexpected circum-
stances, helping them regain sta-
bility. Additionally, One22 helps
local Latino residents with a wide
range of personalized services,
including help completing tax
forms and translating documents,
as well as providing a hub for cul-
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OFALLEIFAERTINMIENG
New District Superintendent Embraces Change

WORDS Kelsey Dayton | IMAGE Jonathan Selkowitz

GILLIAN CHAPMAN COMES FROM A FAMILY OF TEACHERS. HER GRANDMOTHER, TRUDY
MARTIN, TAUGHT SUNDAY SCHOOL AND VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL AND, WHEN CHAPMAN
VISITED, SHE ATTENDED HER GRANDMOTHER’S CLASSES AND ACTED AS ASSISTANT TEACHER.
BORN IN 1915, CHAPMAN'S GRANDMOTHER LEFT SCHOOL DURING THE GREAT DEPRESSION
TO CARE FOR HER SIBLINGS AND WORK.

“She’s probably the best teacher I’ve ever known, and she At first, Chapman taught middle school students and
was never able to go beyond eighth grade,” Chapman says. then switched to high school French. While she loved the
Gillian Chapman’s father, Ted Chapman, taught classes impact she had on kids, she felt it could be even bigger if
and served as business department chair at Ottawa Uni- she worked with teachers and students. She started chair-
versity in Kansas. Her mother, Ginny Chapman, taught ing committees, working on a school improvement plan,
home economics in the 1960s. Back then, pregnant and taking on more leadership roles, guided by the goals of
women weren’t allowed to teach so when she started a staying open-minded, creative, and taking risks.
family she left the vocation. When she started on her doctorate in leadership and admin-
Around the age of 12, Gillian Chapman met a girl who was istration at St. Louis University she was working as an assis-
deaf. She learned some sign language to communicate but tant principal but, by the time she completed her degree,
wanted to know more, so her mom enrolled her in a com- she was a middle school principal.
munity college class. In 2009, Chapman gave a conference presentation in Jack-
The school, however, wouldn't let children attend. Instead, son and fell in love with the area. Years later, she came
Chapman's mother ended up taking the class for her and went across a job posting with the Teton County School District.
on to get a master's degree in teaching deaf and hard of hear- She’d recently made a presentation on leadership, change,
ing students. Ginny Chapman taught until the age of 70. and taking risks, and realized she’d been in the Shawnee
Gillian Chapman, now Teton County School District’s super- Mission Unified School District for 20 years. She loved
intendent, has followed in her family’s footsteps. what she was doing but needed to try something else and
was ready for the next challenge. In June 2015, Chapman
arrived in Jackson as the district’s new superintendent.

She grew up in Kansas, earning a bachelor’s degree in In this role, she embraces change. Education is evolving,
French at Pepperdine University in California before she and Chapman is willing to experiment to find out what
went to work for Applebee’s, overseeing 200 new store works best for kids.
openings during a time of rapid growth for the company. It “I’m not afraid to say ‘Let’s give that a try,’” she says. “We
was here that she discovered her love for teaching as she can’t continue to do things the way we’ve always done them.
worked to create the training modules used to ensure con-
sistency at all the restaurants. Kids learn differently today.”

When she went back to school “GREAT TOWNS ARE BUILT Chapman believes education
for a master’s degree at the AROUND GREAT SCHOOL is important to everyone in a
University of Central Missouri, community, and it’s a symbiotic
she studied curriculum and DISTRICTS, AND GREAT relationship.
instruction. After student teach- SCHOOL DISTRICTS ARE BUILT “Great towns are built around
ing, she knew she wanted to great school districts,” she says,
be in a classroom. She started IN GREAT TOWNS.” “And great school districts are
teaching full-time as soon as built in great towns.” n
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GIVING BACK

COMTOMTUHNE ITY
Leeds Runs Outdoor Shop with Service in Mind

Words Kristen Pope | IMAGE Jonathan Selkowitz

WHEN PHIL LEEDS WAS FINISHING UP COLLEGE IN SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA, HE WAS
ITCHING TO GET BACK TO THE TETONS. HE HAD SPENT SUMMERS WORKING AT COLTER
BAY LODGE, AND HIS FRIEND, JEFF CRABTREE, HAD JUST OPENED A SHOP CALLED SKINNY
SKIS IN JACKSON. AS SOON AS LEEDS FINISHED SCHOOL, HE HEADED BACK TO TOWN
AND BEGAN WORKING WITH CRABTREE, SOON BECOMING A CO-OWNER.

Now, 40 years later, Leeds still co-owns the shop but with a to the community and being involved with environmental
new partner, Scott O’Brien. and youth-oriented groups and nonprofits.

“What could be better than being involved with activities “Our relationship with the community is really important,”
you’re passionate about from the business side and sharing Phil Leeds says.
them with other people?” Leeds says.
He is on the Friends of Pathways board, and he also focuses
The shop’s name alludes to cross-country skis and for on community partnership opportunities for Skinny Skis,
Skinny Skis’ first three seasons it was only open fall through including working with the Jackson Hole Ski and Snowboard
spring, focusing on the winter sport. But in 1977, Leeds Club to make sure kids who want to participate in Nordic
and Crabtree were able to expand their focus to summer racing can enjoy their chosen sport.
goods as well, delving into hiking, backpacking, climbing,
and running gear. “It’s making it easier for kids who are growing up in the
community to do an activity they feel so strongly about,”
Leeds was an avid rock climber for the shop’s first 20 years, Leeds says. “We don’t want to see any obstacles for kids
but now he gravitates more toward cross-country skiing and who are genuinely interested in a sport.”
fly-fishing.
The shop also works with the Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance
“In winter, I love cross-country skiing and all the dimensions of and Grand Teton National Park Foundation’s youth trail
it,” he says. “Touring, skate skiing, and backcountry skiing.” crew, in addition to supporting Avalanche Awareness Night
with Teton County Search and Rescue and the Bridger-Teton
He spends time product testing in the field and tries to spend Avalanche Center.
at least two days outdoors each
week. He and his wife of 32 “We’re in business to sell and rent
years, Heidi Leeds, enjoy explor- outdoor gear and clothing, but
ing Granite Canyon, Teton Pass, beyond that, it’s important to be
and Trail Creek together. as involved as we possibly can in
“OUR RELATIONSHIP the community and important to
be aligned with activity on a daily
But it isn’t just about play- WITH THE COMMUNITY IS basis that’s trying to further the
ing outside and selling gear REALLY IMPORTANT.” community in a sensible, sustain-
for Leeds. For him, the most
important thing is giving back able way,” he says. n
– Phil Leeds

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REVROEALDUINTGION
Flamino Shares Her Love of Books with Young Patrons

WORDS Kristen Pope | IMAGES Jonathan Selkowitz

CLUTCHING A TEDDY BEAR, MARY FLAMINO QUICKLY GOT TO WORK. THE YOUTH SERVICES
MANAGER AT THE TETON COUNTY LIBRARY POSED THE TEDDY BEAR AND A CADRE OF OTHER
STUFFED ANIMALS SO IT LOOKED LIKE THEY WERE “RAIDING” THE STAFF REFRIGERATOR AS
HER COLLEAGUE SNAPPED A FEW PHOTOS. NEXT, SHE GATHERED ALL THE STUFFED ANIMALS
TOGETHER AND PRETENDED TO READ THEM A STORY FOR ANOTHER QUICK PHOTO SESSION.

She was doing this as part of the library’s stuffed animal Flamino earned her graduate degree in library science
sleepover, where kids leave their plush friends at the library through an online program offered by San Jose State Uni-
overnight. By the time they pick them up in the morning, versity in California. She completed her degree while
the animals have had all sorts of adventures—with photo- she was living in Jackson, and she used the Teton County
graphic evidence to boot. Library as her model for school exercises, studying the
This type of creativity is something Flamino uses daily in her library, its user population, and the local community.
work as she coordinates after-school programming for kids. She uses her knowledge of the community and its kids
It’s not all reading, though. Kids can work on crafts, origami, to help select the best books and media to add to the
puppets, Legos, Tinker Toys, snap circuits, and even have library’s collection. While she reads industry publications
fun with glitter tattoos. Some days are science and engi- to stay on top of new happenings in children’s literature,
neering days while others are for movies. her favorite way to learn about kids’ books is simply by
“I love working with kids and hearing what they have to reading them. She averages 15-20 juvenile fiction books
say,” she says. “We’re a safe space for kids to come.” each year.
Flamino has worked at the library for four years, officially “I spend most of my free time reading kids’ books,” she
becoming youth services manager in August after several says. “I spend more time reading kids’ books than adult
years as youth services librarian. Before becoming a librarian, books. I’ve always loved a good story.”
she worked at an actuarial consulting firm, but she opted to Her love of reading and enthusiasm for kids makes her feel
leave that field in order to embrace her love of libraries. like she’s in just the right place, and every day at the library
“You work 40 hours a week, and you should love the place is an adventure.
you’re in,” she says. “I love the physical space of libraries and “I feel like I’m in the right role for who I am,” she says. n
the freedom of information.”

“I SPEND MORE TIME READING
KIDS’ BOOKS THAN ADULT

BOOKS. I’VE ALWAYS LOVED A
GOOD STORY.”

– Mary Flamino

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