Palouse Divide, located about 1.5 hours south of Coeur d’Alene, is part of the Idaho Park N’ Ski system within the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. It is a beautiful drive to this area, with an abundance of rolling hills and mountains in the backdrop. Volunteers groom eighteen miles of Palouse Divide cross-country trails for both … Continue reading Snowshoeing: Palouse Divide Nordic Ski Area
Spirit Lake, Idaho, is a small gem in the northern part of the panhandle, nestled in the embrace of pine-covered hills and pristine natural beauty. Legend has it that Spirit Lake earned its name from a Native American tale about star-crossed lovers who met their fate in the lake's depths. Known as "Lake of the … Continue reading POTW: Spirit Lake ~ Idaho
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
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
Looking across Shadow Mountain Lake into Rocky Mountain National Park, a crown jewel in the American national park system, the park reveals an entirely different character in the winter months. A serene blanket of snow covers the landscape, transforming the park into a tranquil and awe-inspiring winter wonderland. The sharp, rugged peaks of the Rockies … Continue reading POTW: Shadow Mountain Lake
Teton Sunsets, Grand Teton National Park is a breathtaking expanse of majestic peaks, pristine lakes, and abundant wildlife. Grand Teton National Park is renowned for the towering Teton Range, which rises dramatically from the Jackson Hole Valley, creating a stunning backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Grand Teton, the highest peak in the … Continue reading POTW: Teton Sunsets
A walk in the woods... John Muir says it best, “In every walk in nature one receives far more than he seeks.” Stella and I seek new adventures as often as we can, we spent Christmas 2021 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and ventured into the woods up on Rabbit Ears Pass. The pass is named … Continue reading POTW: A Walk in the Woods…