Four weekends ago, we visited Libby, Montana, an area of Montana that we had never previously ventured to. Libby, located within the Kootenai National Forest, is just a short distance from Troy. We followed the Kootenai River along US Hwy 2 from Bonners Ferry, Idaho. The river can be seen through the trees and amongst … Continue reading Libby, Montana Adventure
Our first winter in Northern Idaho was surprising and a little disappointing because there was not much snow. We had a lot of fun with what we were able to do, but we just couldn’t do enough of it since we were restricted to the weekends due to work. And, the snow started late in … Continue reading Spring Hike: Antelope Lake
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
Over the 2024 Memorial Day weekend, we ventured somewhere entirely new for us: New Mexico. We enjoyed experiencing the culture, food and architecture. Repeat: the food! We ate at a different restaurant each day to fully immerse ourselves in "New Mexican" fare, and the food was great everywhere we went. I (Stella) experienced heartburn for … Continue reading MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN NEW MEXICO
https://youtu.be/fnQG9xHQC9M Biking the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes, situated in the heart of the picturesque Coeur d'Alene region in Idaho, offers an unforgettable journey through nature and history. Stretching 72 miles, this scenic trail has become a mecca for cyclists, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. With its breathtaking landscapes, rich biodiversity, and intriguing historical sites, the … Continue reading Biking the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes
NOTE: The purpose and intent of this post is NOT aimed at providing a review of the cruise ship. We recently returned from a 7 night eastern Caribbean cruise aboard the Royal Caribbean Wonder Of The Seas, the world's largest cruise ship, to date. The three locations the ship visited were: Sint Martin; Saint Thomas; CocoCay … Continue reading 2023 Eastern Caribbean Cruise
For the last three years, Larry and I had expressed interest in taking a summer trip to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. But the breadth of this adventure evolved into so much more than we had anticipated as we began planning it in March 2022 while in Aspen. It eventually tied in with the purchase of our … Continue reading Idaho Panhandle~Canada Adventure