Old West Meets New West BOARD of DIRECTORS from Our President Kim Keeley, President Chuck Iossi, Vice President I Learned to Fish from My Grandmother

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Old West meets New West BOARD OF DIRECTORS From Our President Kim Keeley, President Chuck Iossi, Vice President I learned to fish from my grandmother. She taught me to cast and tie Geordie Gillett, Treasurer knots, but the real learning came from tagging along with her when she Richard Berg, Secretary fished. The only rule was no talking. So I learned to observe. I watched my Jon Fenn grandmother, watched the creek, watched fish, found snakes, made little Kristie Grigg boats out of rosehips, and sometimes I just watched the inside of my Derek Hutton eyelids. It wasn’t until years later that I realized all the skills I had learned David Jennings on those too few fishing outings: observation, Tim Mason respect, creativity, and appreciation. Mitch Prissel Crucial to our River stewardship is very similar. Over the past KEY PARTNERS success has been twelve years FTR has methodically assessed the Bonneville Environmental Foundation health of our watershed using cutting edge technol- willing participation Idaho Department of Fish and Game ogy as well as anecdotal evidence imparted to us by from landowners, Idaho Department of Environmental longtime residents. We gather information and Quality donors, and Wyoming Game and Fish create solutions to the issues we encounter, guided volunteers, and the U.S. Forest Service, Caribou-Targhee by both scientific reason and social evidence. Crucial National Forest to our success has been willing participation from gift of perspective landowners, donors, and volunteers, and the gift of from the old timers. STAFF perspective from the old timers. Quincy Liby, Outreach Coordinator Mike Lien, Restoration Director We have a myriad of challenges ahead of us. Anna Lindstedt, Development Director Water storage projects that could jeopardize fish are still in the headlines, Adonia Ripple, Executive Director the potential listing of YCT looms, and restoration of Teton Creek and Sarah Rupp, Water Resources Director other critical river habitat is ongoing. This upcoming summer FTR is Amy Verbeten, Education Director focused on meeting these challenges with proven methods, along with respect and appreciation for the stories of this watershed. Community buy-in to our efforts is vital to our success, and it’s just as important for us to sit back, listen and observe. Cover Photo: Jennifer Price uses a new mode When fishing and confronted with a challenge today, I often think about of river transportation; a stand-up paddle what my grandmother would have done. I rarely come up with the solu- board. Photo taken by Gary Price. tion she would have… it’s hard to throw a Jake’s Spin-a-Lure with a fly rod (tried it)! But I do use the skills I learned while watching her fish. And ultimately, no matter the outcome, I remember Grandma’s most important lesson: always come up with a good story. I look forward to seeing every- Friends of the Teton River 18 N. Main Street, Suite 310 one this summer on the river or at FTR functions and swapping stories. PO Box 768 —Kim Keeley, FTR Board President Driggs, ID 83422 (208) 354-3871 [email protected] SNAPSHOTS ABOVE Kim Keeley as a www.tetonwater.org youngster (left) and her grandmother (right) who shared her own love of fish.

1 water lines | Summer 2012 Putting a Boat in the Same River Twice by Adonia Ripple Stories of trappers and rivers teaming with muskrat, beaver, otter, and mink abound when you start to look through the old annals. Many early settlers in Teton Valley trapped to subsist and sold their pelts to the large fur companies. To get into tight waterways, and nose into willow stands to set and check traps, narrow maneuverable boats were needed. Originally just 18 inches in width, these long, slender, flat-bottomed The wooden boats were boats were easily built from wood and built with tongue and poled rather than paddled. As fur bearing creatures dwindled, settlers groove, and grain sacks found other ways to make a living. were used to create a When a dude from New York arrived at tight fit. the Victor train station in 1919 looking for a fishing guide, it was young Alma Kunz who was at the ready, and the trapper’s John Boat became the now iconic Teton River watercraft. This also marked the beginning of fish- guiding on the Teton. According to Lyle Kunz, Alma’s son, his father built the first decent John Boat that was Teton River worthy. Alma’s Lodge (now Teton Valley Lodge) quickly became known as the place for out-of-towners to stay and fish, and Teton River John Boats were crafted to meet the growing need. The wooden boats were built with tongue and groove, and grain sacks were used to create a tight fit. Sealed with paint, the boats were easy to build. Lyle can still build a John Boat in two days. Always built locally, now the boats are made from fiberglass, but retain their elegant form. As longstanding Teton Valley Lodge guide, Tom Fenger notes, “The Teton River Boat (John Boat) provides the stealth required to meet the challenges of the Upper Teton River. The boats were lengthened over the trapper’s version to allow two fly fisherman to fish comfortably at the same time.” Noticeable is how the John Boats are poled. When not using the outboard motor, guides push and walk the boats with long poles like mountain man gondoliers. Lyle recalls poling a boat from Bates Bridge Above: Mountain man gondolier Tom back to the Lodge into the wee hours of the night, when the State briefly Fenger poles a modern day John Boat. closed the Teton to motors, leaving the upriver movement of the John Below: Originally just 18 inches in width, Boats to pure muscle. these long, slender, flat-bottomed boats were easily built from wood and poled Carrying forward a form from another function, the timeless shape of rather than paddled. the Teton River John Boats serves as a reminder of how people have adapted over time to make a living from the river. Whether laden with furs, or fishing gear, the sleek John Boat is at home on the Teton. It’s stood the test of time, and reminds us of our connection with an era- gone-by.

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By Sarah Rupp The West was forged on the backs of strong, resilient men and women, people who pinned their dreams on hard work, self-sacrifice, and struggle. Their creativity and perseverance allowed them to carve out a living in wild, unforgiving territory. I often wonder about those hardy souls. What were they thinking as they forged their way West? Were they overwhelmed by the beauty of the things they saw and inspired by possibility, or were they scared of the unknown and frightened by the solitude? What kept these early dreamers going and what did it take to keep them alive? One thing goes without question—water was critical for the survival of the early settlers, and is woven into their stories. Locating clean water for people, stock, and crops, and avoiding water-related hazards were critical to staying alive. Teton Valley’s settlers certainly wrestled with these challenges and, consequently, Teton Valley’s current inhabitants face new water is closely knitted to the history of the area. Not challenges. Unlike the early pioneers who only did water define how people carved out a living by dictating where people settled and what crops were were tasked with forging a civilization out grown, but water also became part of the heritage and of an abundant landscape, this generation culture of this place and, as such, is intricately tied to the heart of its inhabitants. is tasked with managing scarce resources Hiram Lapham and his family, the first permanent for countless competing interests. white settlers of Teton Valley, arrived in 1882. They found a valley which was virtually untouched. Having been previously occupied only by trappers and seasonally by the Shoshone- Bannock Indian Tribes, it was teaming with grouse, large game animals, and trout. Hiram’s family settled at the north end of the valley. Within six years of their arrival, several dozen other families arrived, giving rise to small settlements along most of the major tributaries including Horseshoe, Twin, South Leigh, Darby, and Fox Creeks. By April of 1888, when Gideon and Alice Murphy moved to Teton Valley, all but the south end of the valley, along Trail Creek, was occupied.

3 water lines | Summer 2012 Gideon and Alice scheduled their move to Teton practical solu- One thing goes without tions. Valley with crops in mind and immediately set to question—water was critical work carving out a place for themselves. They planted Friends of the for the survival of the early simple crops which would sustain their family and Teton River is began hauling timber out of the south hills to build committed to settlers, and is woven into log cabins. Then, with the help of a few other fami- this goal. By their stories. Locating clean lies, they began to work on removing sagebrush to working hand- make fields and building a canal to divert water from in-hand with water for people, stock, and Trail Creek. The canal they built began at the base of landowners on a crops, and avoiding water- Teton Pass, just as Trail Creek enters the valley, and voluntary basis, related hazards were critical runs west toward Pine Creek Pass. They named this Friends of the the String Canal, and themselves The String Colony Teton River to staying alive. because they were “strung out” along the canal. The identifies ways String Colony, and the friendships forged on the to keep lands working and rivers flowing. Through a banks of Trail Creek, left a lasting legacy. The String partnership with the Idaho Water Resource Board and Canal is still used for the irrigation of crops to this Idaho’s Water Transaction Program, financial com- day, and members of The String Colony, along with pensation is available for temporary in-stream water subsequent settlers, ultimately founded the town of leases and permanent transfers, replacement fees for Victor. lost production, funding for irrigation efficiencies, Teton Valley’s current inhabitants face new chal- and source water changes. In all cases, we ensure the lenges. Unlike the early pioneers who were tasked protection of a landowner’s water rights.

E ric S o yl and with forging a civilization out of an abundant land- The modern day challenge faced by Teton Valley is scape, this generation is tasked with managing scarce daunting. But if the past is any indication of the resources for countless competing interests. In the future, this community will find success. Teton case of water, we face the challenge of providing Valley’s early settlers, like those of The String Colony, sufficient water supply for a booming agricultural have shown us what it takes to succeed—drive and economy, a dwindling native fish population, and foresight, the ability to collaborate with neighbors emerging industrial and municipal needs. over a common goal, and perseverance in the face of Historically, agriculture and conservation have not adversity. I am confident that by building on the seen eye to eye. For decades throughout the West success of the past, and integrating a few modern day farms and fish have been pitted again each other, each practical solutions, this community will find a path perceived as threatening the interests and values of into the future. the other. It is now clear that one cannot be pursued To learn more about opportunities for keeping to the detriment of the other; communities cannot agricultural lands in production and restoring trade agriculture for conservation, or conservation for water in streams please contact Friends of the agriculture. Instead, we must support agricultural Teton River’s Water Resources Director, Sarah producers while enhancing conservation values. And Rupp, at (208) 354-3871. we must do this by identifying and using workable,

BELOW: The long standing String Canal.

www.tetonwater.org 4 E ric S o yl and Verl Bagley notes the beginnings of Teton Valley’s fishing story in his book, “Thursdays with Verl”. Verl’s grandfather would place his young daughter (Verl’s mother ) on the roof of their house so she could watch Blackfoot Indians fishing on Trail Creek. When the supply of fish and berries was exhausted, the Blackfeet would move on, allowing their quarry to replenish itself until the next season’s harvest. Near the turn of the twentieth century, Teton Valley’s population grew rapidly. In order to sustain the Then and Now early settlers, the valley’s waterways were asked to give more than they ever had before, in the form of A fishy story of our irrigation. Herculean efforts were made to dig miles of canals, which valley through the diverted life-giving water to crops and livestock. However, these changes had the unintended consequence of last century dewatering the streams that the By Quincy Liby valley’s abundant native fish, the Yellowstone cutthroat trout (YCT), relied on for spawning and survival. With the arrival of more new people came even greater changes for the valley’s rivers. In 1920, the Teton Rod and Gun Club stocked 30,000 rainbow trout fry to the Teton River, introducing the valley’s first non- native fish species. Idaho Fish and Game continued to stock the Teton

Despite the challenges wrought by history, I am constantly amazed to float or wade the Teton and see the large number of YCT that still call the river home.

5 water lines | Summer 2012 River with non-native fish to increase trout numbers and effort.” until 1994. While these new fish were welcomed by Curt also anglers, they further exacerbated the problems for encourages YCT. Fingerling brooks, which hatch in the fall, feed folks to try on and compete for food and space with the smaller, lower spring-hatching YCT. Rainbows occupy the same sections of spawning areas as YCT during their critical spawning the Teton period, resulting in competition and hybridization. below the In 1976, the Teton Dam was built in the canyon of canyon. the Teton River. While the dam lasted less than a year “These before its catastrophic failure, its impacts could have sections see been immeasurable. half the When a running stream pressure of With the arrival of more the upper river, with great fishing and less people. is turned into a reser- new people came even voir, the size of the Who could resist?” Be careful, though—rattlesnakes greater changes for the trout increase, but total like this area too! valley’s rivers. numbers decline and Despite the challenges wrought by history, I am diversity within the constantly amazed to float or wade the Teton and see population is reduced. Stocking likely would have the large number of YCT that still call the river home. continued, in an effort to bolster the reservoir’s Proof can be found on the Teton Valley Lodge web- populations, pushing YCT further toward hybridiza- site, which boasts thousands of YCT caught every tion and extinction. Ralph Sewell, of Sewell Auto, year on the Teton. Big fish in a small stream—what a recounts catching mackinaw (lake trout) above Hog wonderful equation! Considering its size, the number Hollow after the dam collapsed. Ralph said they of fish supported by the Teton is truly incredible. In “were excited to have some mac’s in that reservoir— reflection, this should be paramount in our yearning they must have planted the fish as soon as the last to keep the river healthy. tractor left the dam.” There are many challenges that still face the Teton The collapse of the dam returned the canyon to its and its YCT, including restoring stream flow, mitigat- riverine condition, albeit with a funny waterline some ing disease, reducing hybridization, improving water 200 feet above the channel. Today, fishing in the quality, and restoring habitat. But there is visible canyon is one of the most sought after adventures in resiliency as thousands of people fish and recreate on our area, combining class IV whitewater, breathtaking its waters every year, and the fishery continues to scenery, and abundant fishing. Curt Hamby of World- adjust. There is vitality in the ever changing Teton Cast Anglers, a guide on this famed stretch, tells us, River, and FTR will continue to work hard for the “it’s always an adventure, but well worth the time future of this unique resource.

Photos clockwise: Abundant harvest of fish in the early days: Library of Congress Author Quincy Liby and a good day on the Teton: Kim Keeley Mayfly translates to food for lots of fish: Kevin Emery. Electrofishing to survey populations on the Teton: FTR. Bruce Smithhammer casting for lunkers: Kevin Emery.

www.tetonwater.org 6 More than a Century of Watershed EducationBy Amy Verbeten

The Teton River has played a was centered around a building holder groups of individuals role in education in this valley that typically served as both an representing agricultural, develop- since the early days. In fact, the LDS church and a school. Because ment, government, homeowner Teton Basin’s first school was these early settlers’ ability to and conservation interests, who located on the west side of the survive depended on irrigated are actively involved in monthly Teton River (then called the agriculture, many of the communi- planning meetings to meet the “Pierre River”), near the Foster ties, and resultantly the schools goals of their sub-watershed. themselves, lay near the banks of Bridge Crossing at the mouth of FTR’s success in implementing tributary streams including Fox, Darby Creek. The first written watershed education in the Teton Teton, Darby, and Leigh Creeks. account of this school is by Mr. Basin has led to increasing demand Accounts from students and William Ross Sandy, who was for our educational model. In teachers mention hauling water hired to teach a summer term for January of 2011, FTR was award- from the creeks to the school 37 students in the summer of ed a generous, $110,000 grant house for drinking and washing. 1892. In his accounts, Mr. Sandy from the MJ Murdock Charitable indicated that “due to the deep Despite this early connection to Trust, which will allow us to snow, cold winters, and the great water, it took more than a century expand our successful Watershed distance pupils had to go, they did to establish a formal Watershed Education program over the next 3 not have school in the Basin in the Education Program in Teton years. The first step in this process winter, but had a summer term.” Valley’s schools. FTR Founder Lyn has been to hire Anna Dwinnell as As more settlers moved to the Benjamin began working with 4th our Watershed Education Pro- valley throughout the late 19th and grade teacher Barbara Agnew to grams Coordinator who will join early 20th centuries, numerous create the popular Stream Study the staff in June. We look forward small communities were estab- program that every student in to the next 120 years of education lished. Each of these communities Agnew’s classroom has participat- on the banks of the Teton River. ed in since 2001. What began as a small-scale program in a single elementary school has grown to serve over 500 Teton Valley children of all ages. FTR has also expanded our offerings to reach adults in our watershed. Education Director, Amy Verbeten facilitates stake-

ABOVE: Students at Pratt School near Teton Creek in present day Alta, Wy. AROUND: Students take a firsthand look at everything from macro invertebrates to streamflow in FTR’s Watershed Education programs.

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Annual Fisherman’s Dinner City Park. Hosted by June 1, 6-9 PM, Teton Springs Resort the Community Join us for an elegant evening of fine art and Foundation of Teton dining at the Teton Springs Resort in Victor, Idaho. Valley, the Tin Cup A live and silent auction will feature river artwork, raises funds for over fly fishing packages, trips, and more. All proceeds forty non-profit from the evening will benefit Yellowstone cut- organizations that throat trout habitat and the Teton River fishery. serve our great Please reserve your tickets in advance, as space is community. limited. $150/couple. Full Moon Float Fishing Guide’s Night August 30 June 14, 6-9 PM, Knotty Pine Supper Club Share a potluck dinner on the banks of the Teton Area fishing guides are invited to join us at River, and then watch the moon rise as you float The Knotty Pine for free beer, gear, food, fishin’ from the Rainey Fish and Game access to the flicks and river talk with Friends of the Teton River. Cache Bridge on Packsaddle road. Participants This evening will get you stoked for the upcoming must provide their own watercraft. Assistance with season. shuttling vehicles is provided. This event is free, but please sign up in advance. Event time and details 12th Annual River Party & Auction TBD. Call FTR for sign-up and info, 208-354-3871. July 7, 5-9 PM, located just South of the Teton Valley Lodge River folks of all ages are invited to join us on the banks of the Teton River as we celebrate another year of science and conservation. Our annual family-style picnic features live music, a BBQ dinner, kids’ activities and a silent auction. $15/ person, $5/youth and kids 6 and under are free. Non-profit Night at the Pub July 11, 5-8 PM at Grand Teton Brewing Company

Join four of your favorite Teton Valley non-profit Long before you bite the dust, organizations at Grand Teton Brewing in Victor, Idaho for an evening of family fun. FTR, TRLT, TVTAP, Please put the River in your trust. and VARD staff will be cooking up brats and By making a planned gift to Friends of the pouring beers, all for one great “Non-profit Night Teton River, you are leaving a legacy for the at the Pub.” The brewery will donate 30% of its next generation of river stewards to follow in daily sales to these organizations through the Tin your footsteps. Cup Challenge. And they will have large wading boots to fill. 5th Annual Tin Cup Challenge FTR can help you determine the planned and estate giving options that are right for you. July 21 Help us ensure lasting stewardship of the This is the community event of the summer! Show Teton River. your support for Friends of the Teton River and Please other Teton Valley non-profits by running or contact Anna Lindstedt, Development Director or Adonia Ripple, Executive Director walking in the Tin Cup Challenge race events, or 208-354-3871 enjoy the fun and interactive booths in the Driggs

www.tetonwater.org 8 Annual Report 2011 Friends of the Teton River raised $401,326 in total revenue and support in 2011, with the majority of its funds (79%) going to on-the- ground projects and programs including stream restoration, stream flow restoration, water quality and fisheries monitoring, and watershed education and outreach. The remaining funds were spent on administration, management and fundraising. 2011 revenues were derived from federal and state grants (42%), foundation support (11%), support from individu- al donors (39%), and income from programs, events, and interest (8%). Friends of the Teton River strongly believes in fiscal responsibility and ac- countability to its membership, project partners and the general public. This report reflects FTR’s financial position as of December 31, 2011. You may contact FTR for a copy of our 990 or our 2011 Financial Statement and Independent Auditor’s Report, which was prepared by Galusha, Higgins & Galusha, P.C.

REVENUE AND SUPPORT: Public Support: Memberships and Donations $154,593 Foundation Grants $ 45,000 Special Programs and Events* $ 31,089 Other Support: Federal & State Grants Assistance $169,931 Merchandise Income* $97 Interest and Dividends $616 Total Revenue and Support $401,326

EXPENSES: Programs $234,095 Education & Outreach $87,956 Fundraising $43,436 Administration $43,322 Total Expenses $408,809

2011 Change in Net Assets** $ (7,483) 2011 Total Net Assets at End of Year $ 84,278

*represents net income in these categories **the negative change in net assets is due to grants promised, but not yet received as of year-end.

9 water lines | 2011 Annual Report Thank you to our grantors who made our work possible in 2011 Teton Creek Restoration Patagonia “World Trout Initiative” Targhee “Protect our Winters” Grant Idaho Department of Environmental Quality Jim and Cheryl Rienertsen Silverstar Communications US Department of Agriculture Trail Creek Restoration Fisheries Monitoring and Research Western Native Trout Initiative One Fly Foundation Bonneville Environmental Foundation Teton Valley Chapter Trout Unlimited National Fish and Wildlife Foundation CHC Foundation US Fish and Wildlife Service Teton Springs Foundation Water Quality John Short, PhD Teton Conservation District Stream Flow Community Foundation of Teton Valley Confluence Fund Education and Outreach One Fly Foundation Donald C. Brace Foundation National Fish and Wildlife Foundation MJ Murdock Charitable Trust Thank you to all our 2012 Donors* Barbara & David Agnew Chuck Iossi & Tina Julie Robison & Dave Lucey Electric Liz Pitcher Michael & Julie Phyllis Anderson Culman Hensel Susan & Mayo Lykes Chuck & Twing Pitman Stalnecker Jeanne & Peter Joe & Adonia Curry Heslin Foundation Lyle & Gail Grimes Sam & Joyce Pole Dr. John & Margaret Anderson Nancy Curtes Tom & Lexi Hill Charitable Foundation Inc Donna Molinelli & Stanchfield Arthur Simonetti & Chip & Tammy Cushman Dan & Virginia Hoke Ron Lynch Charles Ray Pond Georgie Stanley Patricia Andrews Chip Daniels Richard & Wendy Hokin Jane & Peter Mackay Lynne Wolfe & Anthony Stans Anonymous Donors Dark Dark Star Pam & Lee Holmes Matt MacMillan Dan Powers Andy Steele Patty Sticker & Properties LLC Dr. Chad & Alisha Horrocks Mr. & Mrs. Ted Major Elizabeth Storer & Jill & Chad Stettler Clarke Arick Asa & Deborah Davis Mary & Robert Hughes Bob & Deborah Malheiro luther Propst Alice & Robert Barbara & Gerald Elisa & Tom Davis Forrest & Sue Hunter Bob & Valerie Margulis Aaron & Tamsen Pruzan Stevenson Aronowitz Trevor Deighton Jon & Karen Huntsman Sandy & Mary Mason Don & Susan Radkoski Sarah Stiger Ewing Steve Auer Tracy Delamater Roby Hurley Sue & Tim Mason Ellen & Jim Rein Megan St. John Marilyn Couch & Kathleen Martin & Derek & Margaret Hutton Kay & Emmett McCarthy Jim & Cheryl Rienertsen John & Cynthia Stoetzer David Axelrod Skip Dempesy Intermountain Industries Nancy & Mike McCoy Betty & Jacob Reiss Dan & Melissa Streubel Al & DeeAnn Baldwin Thomas & Cheryl DePaul Petroglyph Energy Chet & Jean McDonough Mary May & Chuck Don & Jane Streubel Steven & Constance Susan DeRoose Foundation Dr. Dick & Kay McIlroy Reller Megan Talbot Baldwin Daniel Dolk Edward & Rita Isbey Ken & Barbara McIntosh Rendevous Backcountry Teton Valley Trout Greg & Jayma Dr. Harold & Kaye Dunn Richard & Susan Don & Maureen Ski & Snowboard Tours Unlimited Bammerlin Ken & Sarah Dunn Jacobsen McReynolds Babette Thorpe & Ms. Jacquette Theis J. Gentry & Rachel Joanie & John DuRoss David & Kim Jennings Stacy & Jesse Mead John Rice Dr. David Theis Barden Patricia & James Durrett James Johnson Chi & Rene Melville Maureen Riegel Rosemary & Wade Watts Barden Harvey & Suzy Edwards Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Linda & Mike Merigliano Frank Roberto Thomas James & Jeanne Beirne Christina & Richard Eller Johnson Mike & Margaret George & Barbara Wally & Leesa Thrall Bill & Ray Belk Bud & Betty Elliott Ben Hammond & Lisa Merigliano Roberts Les & Jeanie Thurmond Drs. Bob & Jean Bellows David & Sherry Engelman Johnson Carol & Arthur Merkle Molly Robertson Melia & Mike Jeff Bender Jeff & Kirstin Engelman Carl Jordan Kay Metherell Teresa Meachum & Tourangeau Bob & Jean Benedict Judy & Thomas Dana Richardson & Tahia & Jim Miller Ned Rockwell Leo Henikoff & Carole Richard Berg Fauntleroy Dave Joslyn Lew Mithun Kathleen Rodriguez Travis Keith & Cathy Bever Peter Fenger Sarah Kaiser William Mixer Harold & Cynthia Rogers Thomas Troshynski James Bjorken Tom Fenger Lorie & John Kalivas David & Emmy Montanye Jo Ann Rose Marie & Bob Tyler Virginia & John Bodell Jon & Annie Fenn Kim Keeley Gene Morandi Ellen Rosenau Molly & Andy Tyson Laurie & Virgil Boss Alice & John Finley Wes & Jean Keller Barbara & Mike Morey James & Pamela Ross Linda & John Unland Jack Bouma Kristi & Mark Fisher Mark & Doris Kelly Howard & Janis Morris Don & Leslie Roth Dan & Amy Verbeten Michael & Patricia Boyd Kristine & John Fisher Bill Kelly Jamie & Gary Moscowitz Sarah Rupp Edward & Sandra Ann Toy & Porter James & Judith Drew Kelsey Joan & George Mosher John Sanders Vogelman Broughton Fitzgerald Susan Lincoln & Thomas and Anne Muller Clarence Sanders Stephen Wagner Mo & Tammy Brown Dr. David & Deborah Glenn Kerr Mike & Joy Sawyer Lynn Sandmann Tom & Wynne Ann Walsh Tim Buckley Fosdick Arthur & Susan King K.C. Mulligan & Diane Karen Scheid Robert & Nadja Ward Joe & Dot Burns Janna Rankin & Art Frakt Jerry & Viesia Kirk Murphy Dean Scheid Abigail & William Warner Katharine Butler Tim Frazier Jeff & Darcy Klausmann Kathi Myers Danny Neil Mr. & Mrs. Gary Ted & Clarissa Wells Patricia Butts Shelly & Lou Gaylord Ronnie & Richard Klein Dennis & Janet Nelson Schroeder Robert & Genie Weppner Jen & Joe Calder George Geiges Kimberly Day & James Claire Vitucci & Luke Sharon & Martin Scott Jennifer & Kent Werlin Yvon & Malinda Cathy & Craig Gillahan Kleine Neraas John & Linda Seiter Alan McKnight & Kate Chouinard Geordie & Kim Gillett Dieter Knecht NOLS Katharine Shepard West August & Aaron Neil Gleichman Emily & Carl Knobloch Kathleen O’Neil & John Arnold Byrd & Sharon Becky & Gene Williams Christensen Grand Teton Brewing Doug & Colleen Kunz Norton Shopper Anne & Gerry Williams City Pass Company Lani & Wray Landon William & Julie Obering John Short, Ph.D Arthur Williams Dorry & Larry Chad Green Gary & Sue Lang Donna Brace Ogilvie Ron Weston & Margie Dahvi Wilson Clevenger Georgina Worthington Nancy & Corbin Lang Kim & Dee Olsen Singleton Caroline Herter & Ben Reed & Ann Coleman & John Greenwood Gene Laporta Larry & Corinne Orme John & Nancy Siverd Winship Susan Miller & Greg Mitchell & Christine Cathy O’Connor & Charlie Otto Tierney Skahill Cynthia Winslow Collins Gross-Debouck Chris Larson Joe & D.A. Palmer Boyd & Jill Smith Ethan Winter Michael Commins Virginia & Clint Grosse Ron & Judy lease Deb Rouleau & Daniel Marta Smith Dick & Carol Hogan & Wes Jennifer & Charles Richard Grundler Leon & EllenLederman Pauroso Jean Smith Wolf Cornell Otto Guenther Greg & Nancy LeFevre Debra Payne Bruce & Kat Shana & Ted Wood Elizabeth Coulter Elizabeth Haanes Quincy Liby Trey Peacock Smithhammer Charlie Woodward Morton & Mary Sue Cox Michael & Elizabeth Gayle & Ron Lien Peaked Sports Thomas Sneed David & Susan Work Mike Coyle Haggerty Erica & AJ Linnell Drs. Carl & Jeanette Eric Soyland Dennis Wright Dr. & Mrs. James A. Thomas & Diane Haines Linda Long Pergam Eric & Kathy Spitzer Casimir & Carol Yost Crabtree Paul & Mary Lou Hansen Janet & Guy Loomis George & Leanna Jeanie & Fred Staehr John & Rosemary Young Allan & Laurie Crary Mark & Nell Hanson Dr. Ivo & Ms. Baerbel Peterson Mary Carol Joyce & Felix Zajac Sam & Bud Crary Kent & Judy Hastings Lucchitta Lois & Kenneth Peterson Staiger

*Our apologies for any errors or omissions. Please contact FTR with any changes. www.tetonwater.org 10 Non-Profit Organization US Postage PAID Driggs, ID Permit #8 Friends of the Teton River 18 N. Main Street, Suite 310 PO Box 768 Driggs, ID 83422

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