Located in Athol, Idaho, Farragut State Park is a fabulous place to enjoy the outdoors year-round. There are several hiking trails, camping spots, and direct access to Lake Pend Oreille. I (Stella) have been extremely eager to explore the park on my cross-country skis and/or snowshoes. Sadly, the snow began flying late in Northern Idaho … Continue reading Cross-Country Skiing: Farragut State Park
We are enjoying the little amount of snow that we currently have here in Northern Idaho. We recently enjoyed two cross-county ski treks, one at Fourth of July Pass and the other at Hanna Flats. One of the many advantages of living in Northern Idaho is the close access to an abundance of places for winter … Continue reading Cross-County Skiing: Fourth of July Pass and Hanna Flats
It is difficult to believe that two weekends ago was our first outdoor winter adventure in Northern Idaho. Sadly (and surprising to us), there has been very little snow here thus far. Instead, the area has experienced endless weeks of rain, with warmer-than-normal temperatures. We were so eager to begin winter adventuring right away starting … Continue reading Snowshoeing: Lookout Pass
We are fully settled into our new lives in Northern Idaho and we are so happy with our decision! There are many advantages to living here, one of which is having close access to outdoor recreational activities without competing with any ‘mountain traffic,' which was a constant struggle in Colorado. For example, from our house, … Continue reading Farragut State Park: Fall Hike
Now that we are settled into our home in Coeur d’Alene, we are eager to explore the lakes, rivers and trails that we have not yet been on, in addition to enjoying ones we are familiar with. Last weekend, we enjoyed a 30-mile bike ride on the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes, which we have … Continue reading Kayaking Spirit Lake, Idaho
We recently ventured to Alpine (and Jackson Hole) Wyoming and parked our Micro Minnie FLX at the Alpine Valley RV Resort, which is the most beautifully landscaped campground that we have ever been to. It is located behind Broulim’s grocery store and sits along the bank of the Snake River. Each pull-through site has a … Continue reading Windy Wyoming Adventure
More mountain goats (Oreamnos americanus) are fascinating creatures that thrive in the rugged terrains of North America's mountainous regions, including the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. These remarkable animals are well-adapted to their harsh environments, showcasing a blend of physical and behavioral traits that enable their survival in some of the most … Continue reading POTW: More Mountain Goats