Golf Course Open!

The Headwaters staff is happy to announce that all 18 holes of the main course, along with the Par 3 and driving range will be open, with golf carts available for use, today, April 25. I'm not sure but I think this is 2 months ahead of last year.

The golf shop location has moved into the north side of the cart barn. We think you will like the remodel, we're quite pleased with how it came out and Brian, Steve, Matt and Ray have been busy putting everything together for the weekend.

Because we are still moving into the shop, you may likely get the voice mail for the golf shop when calling. We apologize for the inconvenience and ask that you leave a message. We will return calls as quickly as possible.

Cart restrictions will be in place and conditions are still pretty rough around the edges as we are just beginning the spring clean-up. Please recognize that the crews will be working hard on the course and may not be paying close attention for golfers.remember to yell "FORE".

Article posted in the Idaho Statesman!

Miss Mary Jane is a VIP for a day — and lovin' every minute of it

Greetings Dear Readers! Miss Mary Jane reporting live from the passenger seat of my friend Gayl’s car. We are returning to Boise after a weekend of VIP treatment at the Teton Springs Lodge & Spa in Victor, Idaho.

Because MMJ is in the event-planning business, we were invited to visit the lodge and tour the facilities as the lodge is trying to encourage travelers from the Boise area to come visit. Well, you certainly didn’t have to ask me twice, because the lodge will also be a great fit as a PNWER post-summit destination for the attendees visiting Boise this summer. (If you want to learn about PNWER, visit http://www.pnwer.org.)

The timing of MMJ’s weekend getaway couldn’t have been more perfect on several levels. Why, the road trip alone would have been enough to recharge my batteries, which had become dangerously close to totally depletion. We got under way with the sun shining, a bag of chips (hey ... it’s a road trip, people) and, unfortunately, enough office work to last a week. MMJ worked the entire way; it was actually wonderful. Gayl and MMJ have traveled together many times to Santa Fe and make good travel partners.

We arrived at the lodge after 5 1/2 hours of driving (the last 15 minutes we were completely lost — what’s up with the lack of signage?), and honey ... all MMJ can say is the VIP red carpet was rolled out for our complimentary trip, and it didn’t get rolled back up until we climbed into the car to return back to Boise. Two words: Thank you.

Did you know that the Teton Springs Lodge & Spa is the only hotel in Idaho listed in the Small Luxury Hotels of the World Guidebook (2009)? BTW, Miss Mary Jane brought back the guidebook and fully intends to make it my life mission to visit as many of the hotels in the book as possible. I already checked off one.

Jeff Naylor, general manager, and Dana Sordahl, director of sales, together with their small, but cheerful lodge staff, wined, dined and entertained us in the most wonderful style. From the gift basket and bottle of wine to the fresh flowers thoughtfully displayed on the bedroom table, they pretty much covered all the bases. Three words describe my suite: to die for (Room 301, ask for it).

Even the weather cooperated in the joint effort to make this site visit unforgettable. A big Miss Mary Jane shout out to Brett at the Headwaters Grille – the dining experience was superb. Brett was most attentive to our every need and the venison osso buco was melt-in-your-mouth delicious.

The long and short of it is that Miss Mary Jane is considering a return trip in early April to enjoy the remote destination (although take heart major players, there is a landing strip nearby to accommodate your Gulf Streams – and according to my sources, there are plenty who partake of this luxury) and yummy amenities.

Oh, and in closing, MMJ feels compelled to make separate mention of the spa. Having just experienced the Coeur d’Alene Spa and Spa Paradiso at the elegant Davenport Hotel in Spokane, MMJ must admit she didn’t think the lodge was going to even come close. Not only did they come close, they hit the ball out of the park. Miss Mary Jane highly recommends the shea butter body scrub.

Well, TaTa for now. Be sure to sit up straight and mind your manners, for good posture and elegant manners are de rigueur when you're a VIP -- even for a day.

Miss Mary Jane welcomes all your comments and questions you may have. To comment on this or other blogs click here. I shall reply with haste.

Grille Specials

New Lunch Specials at the Headwaters Grille!

Sunday
Shrimp and Chicken Burrito with Rice and Beans

Monday
Bleu Cheese Bacon Burger with Sweet Potato Fries

Tuesday
Pork Green Chili with Tortillas

Wednesday
Tuna Salad on Foccacia with Green Salad

Thursday
Grilled Ham and Cheddar with Cream of Tomato Soup

Friday
Fish Tacos with Spicy Salsa and Limes

Saturday
Creole Pasta with Shrimp and Chicken

Spring Special!

Teton Springs Lodge and Spa is offering a screaming deal for you folks that stay around for the off season...or if you just have some extra time on your hands and want to take a trip!

For only $140*/person you'll get to stay in a deluxe lodge room, enjoy a 60 minute massage, treat yourself to a delicious dinner at The Headwaters Grille and relax with breakfast at the Sage Gourmet Cafe! Also, with this package only, you can golf at the award winning Headwaters Club golf course for only $25!

Take advantage of this amazing deal and you'll forget about all the mud and the gloom outside. Call for more information at 208.787.7888.

*Based on double occupancy. Offer available through May 15th.