Welcome to The Tradition.

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3 W hen you think of Sun Valley, you think of pristine, snowcapped mountains and hot cocoa. Unless you ve experienced summer here. Then you also think of challenging golf courses, over-the-top mountain biking, world-class entertainment and a thousand other things that don t involve snow. And your first summer here will inspire another visit. And another, and another. Welcome to The Tradition.

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5 Iconic Resort. Incredible Golf. Sun Valley Resort was recently recognized by Golf Digest as one of the top 75 resort courses in North America. Trail Creek Golf Course Trail Creek, Sun Valley s signature course, promises to provide a unique round of golf for every level of player. Robert Trent Jones, Jr., designed this traditional Alpine course with a full complement of stream carries and ominous bunkers. 18 Holes, 6,974 Yards, Par 72 White Clouds Golf Course The newest addition to our golf experience is the 9-hole White Clouds Course, featuring Alpine links-style holes and awe-inspiring 360-degree views of the Wood River Valley and nearby mountain ranges. 9 Holes, 3,600 Yards, Par 36 Elkhorn Golf Club The Elkhorn Golf Club course provides the perfect blend of bark and benevolence with a front nine renowned for its hills and a back nine for water hazards. A 16,000 sq. ft. clubhouse boasts a cozy restaurant, bar and patio. 18 Holes, 7,214 yards, Par Hole Sawtooth Putting Course The 18-hole Sawtooth Putting Course offers 55,249 square feet of fun for the entire family. Whether you play the game or not, the Sawtooth Putting Course is sure to offer a challenge and some great fun. Complementing your golf game is a magnificent clubhouse featuring a beautiful restaurant and bar, outdoor terrace seating, a pro shop, locker facilities and year-round indoor virtual golf. Please call the Sun Valley Club Pro Shop at for tee times.

6 The snow may be gone, but there s still plenty of ice. Of course Sun Valley wouldn t be Sun Valley without a little bit of the cold stuff. Cool off and test your skating skills on the outdoor ice rink, and don t miss our Saturday night ice shows because nothing brightens up a summer night like the sight of skaters gliding across the ice. Ice Shows The Sun Valley On Ice Shows under the stars feature Olympic and world-class figure skaters and are a Saturday night must-do for many. You can enjoy the dinner buffet on the outdoor Lodge Terrace or get a close-up view in the bleacher seating. Shows start at dusk, and tickets can be purchased online at seats.sunvalley.com or at the Sun Valley Recreation Center Box Office. Ice Skating You never know who you ll see in Sun Valley Olympic legends, celebrities and regular folks share the ice. There s a full-service pro shop for whatever you need and a full range of private and group lessons. Sun Valley Summer Skating School World-class instructors come to Sun Valley to train promising young athletes at this two-month-long summer school. Advance application required. Sun Valley Recreation Center Box Office: or Ice Skating: Summer Skating School: or

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9 Since our opening night gala in 1936, the music hasn t stopped. You ll definitely find plenty of places to commune with nature in Sun Valley, but when you feel the need to socialize and take in a show, you ll find plenty of options for that, too. The Sun Valley Pavilion features a month-long visit by the Sun Valley Summer Symphony, the largest privately funded free-admission symphony in America. A lineup of concerts, from country to pop to opera, fill the Pavilion with music all summer. And you can also take in a movie at the Opera House or listen to jazz late into the night at the Duchin Lounge. Another unique experience here is the 4-day Sun Valley Writers Conference. Hotel room packages are available for most of our concerts and events, so check our special deals page at sunvalley.com or call resort reservations at To purchase tickets online, go to seats.sunvalley.com or visit the Sun Valley Recreation Center Box Office in the Sun Valley Village: or For more information, visit entertainment.sunvalley.com. The Opera House: The Duchin Lounge: The Inn Lobby Lounge:

10 Our playground covers nearly 1,500 square miles. Sun Valley is one of the best biking and hiking destinations in the West, with a full range of options to please the peaceful explorer and the hardcore adventurer. You ll find miles of paved biking trails and even more miles of single track, downhill trails and bike parks. Choose from many different rental bikes from cruisers to mountain bikes at Pete Lane s Mountain Sports and find all your riding needs, including expert bike mechanics to assist you. Pedal or hike up the 3,000-foot vertical climb at Bald Mountain, or take your bike up on the Roundhouse Gondola or Christmas High Speed Quad for a bird s-eye view and a ride down. There are nearly 28 miles of trails on Bald Mountain, but if you prefer a shorter excursion, walk across the street from the Lodge entrance to the White Clouds trails for up to five miles of hiking or biking in the lower foothills around the White Clouds Golf Course. See our Summer Trail Map for more information. Sun Valley Recreation Center: Pete Lane s Mountain Sports Bike Rentals: Summer Lift Operations:

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12 Discover the restorative powers of Idaho water. Yes, the steelhead do indeed make the 1,000-mile trek from the Pacific, as do the sockeye salmon, to nearby Redfish Lake. And these are just two of the reasons fishermen arrive from even greater distances. Others visit to fly-fish for rainbow in waters that have remained unchanged for a hundred years at legendary spots like Silver Creek, the Big Wood River and Copper Basin. But whatever adventurers are seeking, they always leave with a renewed appreciation for all that Idaho has to offer.

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14 One man s adventure is another man s leisure. Whatever level of activity you re seeking from laid-back to hard-charging you ll find just the thing. Below are a few of the many diversions here in the valley. Sun Valley Tennis Tennis under the sun or in the shadow of Bald Mountain there s nothing better. This is the home of the Nike Tennis Clinic for kids and adults, and you ll find plenty of friendly tournament competition, too. Along with a full pro shop, 17 courts, ball machines, instruction for beginners to advanced players and a large staff of excellent instructors. Horseback Riding Take an easy walk from the Sun Valley Village and step back in time to the Sun Valley Stables where a cowboy will help you pick out a horse for a ride around Dollar Mountain. Group hay-wagon rides are also available. Sun Valley Gun Club Everyone from beginners to sharpshooters will be challenged with all that the Gun Club has to offer, including Trap, Double Trap, Wobble Trap, Skeet, Duck Tower, 5-Stand and Sporting Clays. Sun Valley Lake You can t beat the fun and exercise at the coolest place in the valley. Rent a paddleboat and get out on the water. Sun Valley Recreation Center: Sun Valley Tennis: Sun Valley Stables: Sun Valley Gun Club:

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17 You just might make My Summer Vacation a best-seller. Make summer vacation unforgettable with tons of activities and new experiences. Take the family bowling or to the game room for some video games and pool. Or sign up for one of our day camps for more adventures. Sun Valley Day Camps Our child-care activities vary daily, but they might include swimming, putting on the Sawtooth course, hikes, rides on the gondola, ice skating, field games, crafts, bowling or paddle boating almost all of the recreation choices Sun Valley has to offer. Playschool Summer Day Camp The Playschool runs all summer long with child appropriate activities and a playground for kids ages 5 and under. Conveniently located in the Sun Valley Village near the Post Office. Young Summer Day Camp A unique summer opportunity for children ages 6 and older to meet new friends and experience all that Sun Valley has to offer. Located in the Sun Valley Village directly behind the Brass Ranch. Need after-hours child care? The Kid s Day Camp staff is available. Please call for more information. Sun Valley Bowling & Game Room: Playschool: Young Summer Day Camp:

18 A little bit of our history finds its way into everything we do. With elegant amenities and old-world charm, the Sun Valley Resort has been an extraordinary escape for guests since The Sun Valley Lodge and Sun Valley Inn are unique in that there are so many different types of beautifully appointed rooms from parlor and balcony suites to medium and standard rooms. For larger parties, we offer on-site apartments, condominiums and seven lovely cottages to choose from. Impeccable service is our hallmark visitors feel genuinely welcomed as soon as they walk through the doors, and with our dining options, salon and spa, they often don t feel the need to ever leave. Guests enjoy rustic dining at Trail Creek Cabin, al fresco lunch and dinner s at Baldys Roundhouse, or, casual fare at Gretchen s and classic, elegant dining at The Ram. For those who want to venture out, Sun Valley Village offers a multitude of options for shopping, food and entertainment. Enjoy shopping for the latest in sportswear, souvenirs, books, jewelry and toys, and getting your fill of everything from handmade chocolates to pizza, from steak to fondue. There s something for everybody in Sun Valley. Resort Reservations: Restaurant Reservations: Concierge:

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21 One million acres of meeting space. With so much to offer, your event will surely become the first of many here. You ll discover a level of service that s second to none, and our convention center has all the space, amenities and resources you could ask for. Regardless of the size of your wedding, event or convention, we can take care of everything from start to finish with our full catering service, event planners and audiovisual support. We re here to help. With Idaho s comfortable summer temperatures and this spectacular setting, you may choose to move outside to take in the grandeur of the surrounding one million acres of wilderness. Bring the family along and let them share in the fun and activities. After all, combining work and pleasure is the secret to success. For help planning your next event, visit us at sunvalley.com/meetings or call: Sun Valley Group Sales: Catering Office: Wedding Coordinator:

22 We eagerly await your arrival. (We can leave your departure open-ended.) There are plenty of fast and convenient ways to get to Sun Valley, so you ll be here before you know it. And once you arrive and begin to relax, you ll feel like you re a world away. By Air Nonstop flights are available from Seattle and Los Angeles aboard Alaska Air, , AlaskaAir.com and from Salt Lake City aboard SkyWest Airlines (operated by Delta Connection, , Delta.com). These gateway cities are accessible by most major airlines. All Sun Valley Resort guests receive complimentary transportation to and from the Sun Valley airport. By Shuttle Shuttle and van service between Boise and Sun Valley are available by contacting Sun Valley Express, , or by visiting sunvalleyexpress.com. Charter buses from other locations are available as well. By Rental Car You can pick up and drop off an Avis rental car with no drop-off fees at either the Boise or Twin Falls airports. Contact Avis at or send an to avis@sunvalley.net. Need to know more? For general information, info@sunvalley.com. For hotel reservation information, please call or reservations@sunvalley.com.

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