Written by guest blogger Katie Zinn. Being from Phoenix, AZ means pretty much one thing during this time of year: I’m hot. No, not the flattering, attractive kind of “hot” but rather the 113°, everywhere feels like you’re living in an oven kind of hot. It’s brutal. Thus, when given the opportunity to ditch my [...]
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Redfish Lake Lodge
Written by guest blogger Emily Engelhardt. A place in Idaho, a place in the Sawtooth Mountains, a place in my heart, Redfish Lake Lodge. As I sit here and write this I am reminded of what summer at Redfish Lake is. Its sandy beaches, crystal clear water, families, boating, ice cream, live music on the [...]
I Heart Coeur d’ Alene
Written by guest blogger Danielle Gruden Blue skies for miles. Blue waters beyond what the eyes can see. Coeur d’ Alene — This place is crazy-beautiful. The Coeur d’ Alene Resort is filled with treasures, from the lakeside rooms, to an out-of-this-world wine cellar, to the new event center. You can take a walk at [...]
The Clark House on Hayden Lake
By guest blogger John Stevens. One of my favorite things about Idaho is its history. Tucked in northern Idaho is a little history lesson worth sharing. Nestled on 12 lush acres above the shores of Hayden Lake is one of the most magnificent country estates in the Northwest. The Clark House, named in honor of [...]
Dover Bay Bungalows
Written by guest blogger Danielle Gruden Sometimes you experience places that give you that white-picket fence, shuttered window, forget-me not garden type of feeling- perfection. These places find a corner, forever in your memory. Dover Bay, about two miles outside of Sandpoint, ID sits on Lake Pend Oreille. I headed here for my birthday – [...]
Lewiston’s Farmers Market, Live Music and The Dance
Written by guest blogger Lisa D. Jenkins. You know how everyone has their favorite day of the week? Me, too. I live for the third Wednesdays of May, June, July and August. That’s when Brackenbury Square in Beautiful Downtown Lewiston comes Alive After Five! I like to go early, around 3:30pm or so, and get my shopping [...]
Summer Festivals
Looking for some fun summer festivals to check out this summer? Idaho has you covered. From food to bicycles, for families to singles – Idaho offers a wide array of events to attend. A complete list of summer festivals and events can be found here. Savor Idaho The Idaho Grape Growers and Wine Producers Commission [...]
Saturdays at the Market
Tis’ the season; the trees are in bloom, the rain has finally calmed its spastic bouts, and the sun has warmed the air. It is finally time for the local Saturday Markets to share their bounty once again. Farmers’ markets are a great way to experience Idaho’s countless offerings. They’re also celebrated for being “green” [...]
Laughing Dog Brewery
Written by guest blogger Jamie Lynn Morgan. I just have to say that I love where I live, Idaho! After a wonderful sunny weekend spent around Coeur d’Alene riding my bike, walking, and drinking in the usual places I was headed for Sandpoint, Idaho on Monday for some meetings. Since I was going to be in [...]
Eats in Lewiston
Written by guest blogger Lisa D. Jenkins. The memories of my travels are completely intertwined with food. Ask me about Boise and I’ll tell you how much I look forward to re-visiting Boise Fry Company – they had me at Black Truffle Salt. Talk to me about Sandpoint and my eyes get all misty over [...]