Idaho makes an excellent teacher. Whether instilling from a young age solid Western values and a strong work ethic, or whether it is the landscape itself doing the teaching, the Gem State is a tangible book of wisdom that offers life lessons that will stay with you for years to come. From the simple and practical, to truths from the heart, here are 14 things that Idaho will no doubt teach you about life, love, and the pursuit of happiness.
- Layering is a necessary skill.
jamelah e./Flickr In Idaho, the four seasons can often all be felt in one day, so having flexible attire can come in handy!
- Adventure is out there.
Rick McCharles/Flickr Whoever said Idaho is boring must not have been an outdoors person.
- Friendship comes in all shapes and sizes.
Pimthida/Flickr
- But family means everything.
Brenna/Flickr They’re crazy. They’re wacky. They drive you insane… but ohana means family. And you know what that means.
- History is far from dead.
Whitney/Flickr Textbooks are great, but here in Idaho history can also be felt, seen, and experienced first hand. It’s incredible!
- Fishing stories get better the more often you tell them.
Scot Butner/Flickr Go ahead – make that yarn an epic one.
- Always take the road less traveled.
Nicholas D.Flickr There’s something to be said for living on the edge.
- There’s always something new to discover.
Historic Wallace Preservation Society Inc/YouTube No matter how long you’ve lived in Idaho, hidden gems are around every corner!
- Fresh food is the only way to go.
Terry Robinson/Flickr Especially when it’s straight from your own backyard.
- You’ll never regret catching a sunrise.
Matt/Flickr
- …or a sunset.
Thomas Hawk/Flickr A few extra minutes of sleep simply can’t compare.
- Barefoot is always better.
Christy/Flickr Au naturale at its finest!
- When life gets overwhelming, a new perspective and a bit of fresh air can do wonders.
Sometimes the best things in life are free, and the solitude of nature makes for the best kind of escape.
- Always keep the best things secret.
Jonathan Fox/Flickr Idaho may not be a first choice when it comes to travel destinations, but we like to keep it that way. We’re our own best kept secret!
What has Idaho taught you? What sort of lessons would you add?
jamelah e./Flickr
In Idaho, the four seasons can often all be felt in one day, so having flexible attire can come in handy!
Rick McCharles/Flickr
Whoever said Idaho is boring must not have been an outdoors person.
Pimthida/Flickr
Brenna/Flickr
They’re crazy. They’re wacky. They drive you insane… but ohana means family. And you know what that means.
Whitney/Flickr
Textbooks are great, but here in Idaho history can also be felt, seen, and experienced first hand. It’s incredible!
Scot Butner/Flickr
Go ahead – make that yarn an epic one.
Nicholas D.Flickr
There’s something to be said for living on the edge.
Historic Wallace Preservation Society Inc/YouTube
No matter how long you’ve lived in Idaho, hidden gems are around every corner!
Terry Robinson/Flickr
Especially when it’s straight from your own backyard.
Matt/Flickr
Thomas Hawk/Flickr
A few extra minutes of sleep simply can’t compare.
Christy/Flickr
Au naturale at its finest!
Sometimes the best things in life are free, and the solitude of nature makes for the best kind of escape.
Jonathan Fox/Flickr
Idaho may not be a first choice when it comes to travel destinations, but we like to keep it that way. We’re our own best kept secret!
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