Winter in North Idaho is a bit of a mixed bag—sometimes it’s a snowy wonderland, and other times, well, not so much! You never quite know what you’ll get, but that’s part of the charm, right? Take last year, for instance. There was barely enough snow to hit the slopes! But some years are completely…
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Don’t Move to North Idaho If You Are Expecting This We can list plenty of reasons to move to North Idaho, but are there any reasons you shouldn’t?North Idaho is a land of stunning natural beauty, with majestic mountains, pristine lakes, and dense forests that offer endless opportunities for outdoor adventures. However, it’s not for…
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Every place has its claims to fame and unique attractions, as well as its oddities and peculiarities. If you’ve visited North Idaho, or if you’ve only seen pictures (thanks, Google) you already know what a beautiful corner of the world it is. The following are some of the quirks that make north Idaho unique. School…
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I have lived in Northern Idaho for over three and a half years now. I have personally had two road incidents with animals. The first was with a domestic cat that I hit will driving on highway 95 near the border of Bonner and Boundary county. I was going about 55 mph, and the cat…
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While North Idaho is an amazing place to live, for reasons we’ve discussed in other blogs, no place is perfect. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of the potential downsides to North Idaho living. If you are contemplating a move in this direction, here are 10 things to consider. Also, keep in mind that…
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I moved to North Idaho in 2017 with my wife and four kids. We were excited about this new adventure! In 2018, we bought a house on a nice piece of property and settled in. At the writing of this article we have lived in Northern Idaho for three years and six months, and I have learned a thing or two! I wanted to share the top five things I have learned that I needed to live here. So let’s take it from the top!
As someone who has personally lived in or at least spent a good amount of time in 49 out of 50 states, I can honestly say that North Idaho is a special corner of the world. I was born in Utah and spent my early years bouncing from Boise, ID to southern California and back…
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There I was living with my young family in a rented 4-level split house in a suburb of Denver, Colorado. I realized that I would never be able to afford a house to fit our needs because the area was exploding with growth.
Chances are if you’ve spent any time in the northwest, you’re probably familiar with Coeur D’Alene. It’s a popular tourist destination, with its gorgeous scenery and mountain & lake activities. But if you drive another 45 minutes north, you can enjoy the mountains and lakes with the added appeal of a small-town feel. As a…
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