Here's business news for the Missoula area.
montana sauna company announced it will build a permanent store at Western Cider at 501 N. California Street. Owners Nick Johnson and Luke Ladue have been operating Mobile His Community Sauna at a pop-up site. Western Cider has a sauna that seats 20 people and is open daily. The project has not yet begun, but is expected to be completed later this spring.
Nick Johnson, one of the founders of Montana Sauna Co., selected the wood to burn inside a community sauna located on the banks of the Blackfoot River.
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Rock Creek Lodgeis a bar and restaurant in Clinton, east of Missoula off Interstate 90, currently under construction and scheduled to reopen this spring.
Destination Missoula The organization also announced a preview of its Destination Stewardship Plan and recognized community members who have made significant contributions to the hospitality industry.
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“This event was a fun and joyous way to celebrate 20 years of Destination Missoula representing Missoula,” said Barbara Neelan, executive director of Destination Missoula. “This is an event that we have the privilege of honoring so many inspiring people.” Many times we work tirelessly behind the scenes to make our unique community a special experience for visitors and residents alike. ”
Whitney Bergman, general manager of the Best Western Grant Creek Inn, received the President's Award for her extensive service on the Missoula TBID Board of Directors. In addition to serving as TBID President for four years, Mr. Bergman also served on the boards of the Montana Lodging and Hospitality Association and the Montana Travel Association.
As Bitterroot District Park Manager and then Region 2 Park Manager, Lauren Flynn oversaw 10 state parks, more than 200,000 acres of wildlife management areas, 84 fishing areas, Jay Award for his inspirational leadership in “Animals, Parks.'' In addition to private land/public access programs. The award is named after Jay Robson, former president of Destination Missoula, and is presented to an individual who has made a lasting contribution to Missoula's tourism industry. Flynn also served as executive director of the Travelers' Rest Preservation Heritage Association from 2002 until 2009.
El Cazador Restaurant 2209 South Avenue W. in Missoula is building a large new outdoor deck so guests can enjoy the weather while eating Mexican food. The deck on the south side of the restaurant is expected to be completed this spring and will have a roof.
David Erickson is a business reporter for The Missourian.
