http://www.altarealty.com/blog News and information on Teton Valley living and Real Estate Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:58:45 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en FORTUNE -- Jon Meade Huntsman Sr. brought us Styrofoam egg containers before his 30th birthday and the famed Big Mac "clamshell" sandwich container by his 40th, somehow finding time in between to serve in Nixon's White House. By middle age his close circle of friends included Margaret Thatcher, Singapore's Lee ... http://www.altarealty.com/blog/?p=386 August 13th through the 15th Grand Targhee Resort will host the "grandfather of Bluegrass Festivals in the northern Rockies" and one of the most memorable music festivals of the summer season. Great food, arts & crafts, games and on-site activities are all a part of our summer music festivals. ... http://www.altarealty.com/blog/?p=379 Come and enjoy great music in a breathtaking setting at Grand Targhee Ski Resort on July 16th through the 18th.   In it's 6th year, the Targhee Music Festival offers up an eclectic gathering of premier performers on an intimate stage tucked into the shadows of the Tetons.   ... http://www.altarealty.com/blog/?p=371 [caption id="attachment_367" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="Great New Bakery in Driggs, Idaho"][/caption] Just off the beaten path on the south side of Driggs, 460 Bread has an artisan loaf to suit every taste.  From fresh thyme and  kalmata olive sourdough to the classic baguette, their breads are hand crafted using traditional methods and ... http://www.altarealty.com/blog/?p=366 Missouri Fox Trotters are a gaited breed of horse providing a smooth, fast gait very pleasing to the rider.  Their "running walk" speed averages 16 mph which makes a perfect mount for the forest service to use on mountain trails.  The horse pictures on Alta Realty's website were taken at ... http://www.altarealty.com/blog/?p=361 Making coast to coast look like butter and toast, Mike Ehredt is just doing what comes naturally by taking it one step at a time. If you haven’t already heard, Mike is the retired postal clerk from Driggs who is running across the United States of America, placing a small roadside ... http://www.altarealty.com/blog/?p=358 Once again Teton Valley, Idaho comes alive for the July 4th holiday weekend.  The festivities begin on July 1st and run through the evening of July 4th.  Below you will find the schedule of events. July 1: 5:00 - 9:00am Hot breakfast sponsored by Seniors of Teton Valley, at Teton County ... http://www.altarealty.com/blog/?p=348 July 3, 2010 between the hours of 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM, Huntsman Springs in Driggs, Idaho will host a holiday celebration with special guest host and speaker Glen Beck along with the BYU Idaho Band. Celebrate America in the shadow of the Tetons for an evening of entertainment, fireworks ... http://www.altarealty.com/blog/?p=345 The Obama Administration’s Making Home Affordable Program includes opportunities to modify or refinance your mortgage to make your monthly payments more affordable. It also includes the Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives Program for homeowners who are interested in a short sale or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure.   Call ... http://www.altarealty.com/blog/?p=342 Chris Runyan, Broker of Alta Realty, enjoys the numerous riding trails that abound in Targhee National Forest.  He is riding a Missouri Fox Trotter, known for their fast yet gentle gaits.  If you're looking for a fabulous mountain horse, call Sleepy Hollow Ranch in Alta, Wyoming at 307-353-8206 or call ... http://www.altarealty.com/blog/?p=339