Events & Fun Places
FALL/WINTER EVENTS!
SCHWEITZER MOUNTAIN - Stand at the top and stare at three mountain ranges, Canada and three states. Enjoy a variety of terrain from smooth corduroy groomers to wide open bowls and gladed runs. Then return to the top at hair-flying speed thanks in part to Stella. Stella, as you will soon discover, is Idaho's only six-person, high-speed lift. Acreage: 2900 skiable acres, 92 trails plus open bowl skiing
Terrain: 10% Beginner, 40% Intermediate, 35% Advanced, 15% Expert
Longest Continuous Groomed Run: 2 miles
Vertical Drop: 2,400 feet
Top Elevation: 6,400 feet
LOOKOUT SKI RESORT - Welcome to Lookout Pass, home of the best snow, the easiest access and the most affordable prices. It's no wonder Lookout Pass was voted the most family-friendly mountain resort in the Pacific Northwest by visitors to OnTheSnow.com. We're also the home of the Lookout Pass Famous Free Ski School for kids. But what skiers and riders love most about Lookout is an average of more than 400 inches of light, dry powder snow annually.
SILVER MOUNTAIN SKI RESORT - Only at Silver! The snow is here and it's time for winter and summer fun on the same day! Surf's up at Silver Rapids, Idaho's largest indoor waterpark. Weatherproof your get-a-way where it's 84 degrees and 100% chance of fun!
Coeur d'Alene Snowmobile Club - There are around 350 miles of trail in Kootenai County. Can snowmobile into lodges like the Cascade Lodge, accessible from the Fernan trailhead, and the Happy Hermit Lodge, accessible from the bunco trail system.
EAGLE WATCHING - Beauty Bay on Lake Coeur d'Alene - Watch the amazing Eagles as they hunt and dive for fish in the cold clear water of Lake Coeur d'Alene. During the months of December and January, visit the lookout points and bring your binoculars. You will not want to miss this opportunity to learn more about nature and about our national symbol, the Eagle.
Saturdays, December 3rd- 24th FREE Carriage Rides
The Downtown Association together with STCU is offering FREE carriage rides in Downtown Coeur d'Alene. Get ready for the holiday magic and enjoy the beauty of Winter and the Christmas lights in Downtown Coeur d'Alene. Meet at 1st & Sherman. please call Gay at 208-292-0116.
Dec 2-18 - Sorry! Wrong Chimney! Lake City Playhouse, 1320 East Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene (208)667-1323 LakeCityPlayhouse.org.
Dec. 9th - Friday - Art Walk Downtown Coeur d'Alene. 2nd Friday of the month. Enjoy an evening of exceptional art, fine dining and friends. From 5-8 pm galleries host opening receptions with the opportunity to meet the artists, listen to live music and view newly arrived works of art, all within an easy strolling distance. Coeur d'Alene Arts & Culture Alliance.
Dec 10 - Holiday Magic Concert - Coeur d'Alene Symphony. 7:30 pm at Schuler Auditorium, North Idaho College. Adults $20, Seniors $15, Students $8. 765-3833 or cdasymphony.org
Dec 11 - 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Holiday Tour & Craft Show - The 22nd Annual North Idaho Bed and Breakfast Association Holiday Tour is set for Sunday December 11th from 12pm to 5pm. This year they've added a Craft Show showcasing handcrafted Items by both Innkeepers and local artists. See beautifully decorated homes, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, enjoy refreshments and support local charities. The tour is free and open to the public with a non-perishable food donation or cash donation for the Christmas For All fund. For more information visit www.nibba.com or contact Michele Curran at the Ponderosa Lodge 208-683-2290.
ANNUAL "EAGLE WATCH" WEEK - begins Dec. 26th . The BLM and Idaho Fish and Game will host - a free event. Staff from each agency will be available with spotting scopes, brochures and "eagle expertise" at the Mineral Ridge boat launch and trailhead parking areas.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Wishing you every happiness this Holiday Season and prosperity in the New year. I look forward continuing our relationship in the coming year.
Jan 1st - The 35th Hangover Handicap Run 9:30. The five-mile run goes along the scenic Centennial Trail on Coeur d'Alene Lake Dr. The race is a fundraiser for TESH, a nonprofit that helps people with disabilities learn to live independenly. Info: Holly, 765-5105.
Jan. 1st - Annual Polar Bear Plunge - 12:00 noon on Sanders Beach! I haven't missed in 17 years! I cheer everyone on!
Jan 13-29 - Rent - Lake City Playhouse, 1320 East Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene (208)667-1323 LakeCityPlayhouse.org
STAYED TUNED FOR MORE UPCOMING FUN EVENTS AND AREA HAPPENINGS!
