| Most states put together marketing packets | | | | the northern region of the state, and offers a |
| aimed at convincing people to come and visit their | | | | wide range of activities to the visitors. No wonder, |
| state (and in the process, spend some money | | | | the Idaho National Forest is a favorite spot for |
| while you are there, too!). You may have even | | | | outdoor enthusiasts. |
| seen some commercials on television trying to do | | | | The Idaho National Forest also boasts of the |
| the same thing. Of course these ads are | | | | most rugged terrain of the whole Rockies |
| promising everything under the sun to visitors and | | | | Mountains. Its four mountain ranges - Selkirk, |
| nearly every single state has to mention the fact | | | | Cabinet, Coeur d-Alene, and the Bitterroot |
| that their state has gorgeous scenery and tons | | | | Mountains - pose challenge to the rock climbers |
| of things to do. | | | | who come here from all over the world to |
| But we all know that advertising is not always | | | | challenge their rock climbing skills. It is difficult to |
| true. We don't take them on their face value. We | | | | locate accessible paths up the mountainside |
| know that though the places they advertise may | | | | because of the rugged terrain. This makes rock |
| be there but the picture they present is often | | | | climbing a difficult task. |
| exaggerated. Almost all states boast of having | | | | Idaho and its austere beauty are a favorite spot |
| plenty of outdoor activities but you must take | | | | for hunters and fishermen to come and test their |
| these claims with a pinch of salt. | | | | skills. Home to the mule deer, Rocky Mountain Elk, |
| However, most of what is said about Idaho is | | | | and other big game animals, Idaho has a lot of |
| true. It does not try to sell itself as the theme | | | | visitors come in during hunting season in hopes of |
| park capital of the world or the Mecca for | | | | bagging a trophy. Plus, with great salmon and |
| gamblers where you can become rich overnight | | | | steelhead fishing, the area is a hot bed for fishing |
| or catch the bus home. Idaho is just a beautiful | | | | enthusiasts as well. |
| place with its natural wonders that attract visitors. | | | | Idaho is just the place for you if you love |
| The main attraction of Idaho is its wildlife. The | | | | untouched landscapes and the rugged beauty of |
| state of Idaho has the largest area under federal | | | | Nature. You may not find the usual tourist |
| protection for wildlife. Boise National Forest alone | | | | attractions here, but what Idaho gives is peace of |
| has more than 2.6 million acres of land and water | | | | mind and an absolutely unforgettable experience. |
| to explore. | | | | The mountains, rivers, lakes, and streams of |
| The Idaho National Forest is the second largest | | | | Idaho will be waiting for you when you arrive but |
| wildlife park that combines Coeur d'Alene, Kaniksu, | | | | do bring your friends along to share your joy and |
| and the St. Joe National Forests. It is located in | | | | excitement with them. |