Articles from the September 17, 2015 edition


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  • To Deploy an Avalanche Airbag in Water, or Not?

    Andi Bourne, Pathfinder|Sep 17, 2015

    SEELEY LAKE - Avalanche instructor Mike Duffy of Eagle, Colo. had questions after reading about the two snowmobilers who died after unintentionally driving into open water on Seeley Lake last December. Because one of the victims was reported to have deployed his avalanche airbag, Duffy asked, should a snowmobiler deploy an avalanche airbag if they end up in open water on a sinking snowmobile? Will it float someone face up or down? Duffy heard about the accident after it was posted on a SnoWest...

  • Heritage Plumbing & Heating

    Andi Bourne, Pathfinder|Sep 17, 2015

    Goal: Master Plumber Ken Schmitz's goal is to build on his plumbing and heating company whether it is with new, remodel or other construction clientele. He also strives to stock plumbing parts and pieces that people need and provide advice to those that ask. History: Schmitz grew up in a family of plumbers. His mother Darlene Smith and father Don Schmitz owned a plumbing business and several relatives were also in the business. When Schmitz finished his service in the Marine Corps nearly 24...