Bonner County Idaho Lush forests and majestic views

Northern Idaho is one of the prettiest places on the face of the earth. Lush forests, an abundance of wildlife, clean air, low crime, majestic views, lakes and rivers everywhere. A true sportsmans paradise with skiing at Schweitzer, boating on one of the many lakes like Lake Pend Oreille or Canoeing on Priest Lake or.. read more →

Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow

There are two days in every week about which we should not worry. Two days which should be kept free from fear and apprehension. One of these days is yesterday with its mistakes and cares, Its faults and blunders, Its aches and pains. Yesterday has passed forever beyond our control. All the money in the.. read more →

The Pickle Jar

The pickle jar as far back as I can remember sat on the floor beside the dresser in my parents’ bedroom. When he got ready for bed, Dad would empty his pockets and toss his coins into the jar. As a small boy I was always fascinated at the sounds the coins made as they.. read more →

Don’t Judge By The Looks

A lady in a faded gingham dress and her husband, dressed in a homespun threadbare suit, stepped off the train in Boston, and walked timidly without an appointment into the president’s outer office. The secretary could tell in a moment that such backwoods, country hicks had no business at Harvard and probably didn’t even deserve.. read more →

Welcome to the Idaho Panhandle

Welcome one and all! This blog will introduce you to the Idaho Panhandle, one of natures prettiest places on earth. Truly a recreational paradise, our area offers beautiful pristine lakes, rushing rivers, world class sking on snowcapped mountains, camping, fishing, backpacking, and almost every other outdoor activity you can imagine. I will include information about.. read more →

National Geographic Idaho’s Last Stand

http://adventure.nationalgeographic.com/2008/08/weekend-getaways/sandpoint-idaho-text Idaho’s Last Stand Lakefront living in a tight-knit mountain retreat. Text by Sarah Tuff The only drawback to life in an idyllic adventure haven is that, inevitably, some glossy magazine comes through town and blows its cover. But we wager to say that, given the local character, quiet Sandpoint (pop. 8,100) will continue to.. read more →

Christmas is in the air and so are the fireworks.

  Christmas is in the air and so are the fireworks. Coeur d’ alene Idaho is a treat to the senses during the holidays. Recently USA Today Readers’ Choice List of the best holiday light shows in America named The Coeur d’Alene Resort Holiday Light Show Number 4. This Idaho wonderland of over 1.5 million.. read more →

Righteous Brothers at Sandpoint Idaho Lost In The 50’s

 The Bonner County Fairgrounds at 4203 N. Boyer Ave. is the venue for the 12th annual Rock ‘n’ Roll Heaven. This popular show sells out almost every year, and is the opening event for the 32nd annual Lost in the ’50s celebration. Thursday, May 18 Rock ‘n’ Roll Heaven. The Bonner County Fairgrounds at 4203 N… read more →

Congratulations. Another home sale in Clark Fork Idaho

Congratulations BJ, Dina Emma on this home sale at 210 W. Third St Clark Fork Idaho.   Charesse Moore of Evergreen Realty did a great job for our buyers.  This 2 bedroom home with basement features hand crafted cabinets, slate counters, exposed beams has both a wood stove and the original brick fireplace. Bathroom has updated.. read more →