Bruneau. Idaho - Sand Dunes - Camping - Adventure - Sand Sledding - RV and the 106 degree weather - 2020 Jeep Gladiator

Road trip to the Bruneau State Park Sand Dunes

We didn't do any videos this trip, basically just wanted to adventure with friends who were visiting.  but you can catch future adventures by subscribing to my YouTube channel!  Don't miss a VLOG adventure!

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I also think with State Parks you have to visit the visitors center and fill out a form.  We wanted to concentrate on camping and sand sledding!

https://visitidaho.org/things-to-do/state-parks/bruneau-dunes/ please check this site before going.  Many restrictions are in place during the uncertain times! Their guidelines have change even since we visited.

Bruneau Dunes State Park is home to the tallest freestanding sand dunes in North America, with the highest reaching 470 feet. Hike the surrounding trails, climb the dunes and rent a sandboard for quick trip down. Families enjoy camping, fishing in the small lake and watching the night sky at Idaho’s only public observatory located right in the park.

THINGS TO KNOW

• The entrance fee to all of Idaho’s State Parks is $5.00 per car, with additional fees for camping.
•  Check the Park's calendar for star parties and other guided activities.
• Reservations for stays (campsites, cabins, etc.) within Idaho's State Parks can be made toll-free by phone at: 1-888-922-6743 or online.
• Pets are welcome in most Idaho State Parks, but some parks prohibit them in some cabins and yurts and they are prohibited from beaches.
• Pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 6-feet or confined to a camper.
• Please don't pick the flowers! Wildlife and vegetation are protected in all Idaho State Parks.
• All Idaho State Parks are ADA friendly and support service and companion animals.

I did manage to catch a few pictures!

Always make sure to pay attention to all signs and obey in state parks!

This is a another dune that we didnt manage to get to this adventure! 

Beautiful huh!  Looks so fun!

Rented some Sand sleds....1st thing before you sled?

WAX, WAX, WAX, and when you think you haven't waxed enough?

WAX more I tell you!  You will THANK me!

Seriously, the sleds are older than dirt and I think every wax possible,

you need it slicker than slick to go down and when the sand is at its peak hot temperatures,

you need to wax every single time again!  Your welcome!

https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/bruneau-dunes again, be sure to check what the guidlines and restrictions are at any State Park!

**Please note: The Observatory Nights only occur on Friday and Saturday evenings (with the exception of 3-day holiday weekends). Observatory season occurs late March to early October and is weather-permitting.

*Be advised that park staff will halt sandboard rentals when the air temperature reaches 80 degrees as sand temperatures are much hotter and pose a risk for burns.

Location

64 miles south of Boise, ID

259 miles north of Ogden, UT

181 miles north of Elko, NV

115 miles southeast of Ontario, OR.

 

Visitor Center
Please call ahead for hours of operation: 208.366.7919

 

Acreage

4,800

 

Elevation

2,470

 

Overnight

82 serviced; 35 standard; 2 ADA campsites; 2 cabins (1 ADA)

 

Amenities

Showers (CLOSED), flush toilets, dump stations, equestrian campground and trails
*Electricity is available in the campgrounds year-round. Water is turned off late fall to early spring, depending on weather conditions.

 

Boating

Ramps, electric motor boats only 

 

Activities

Fish, boat, picnic, bird watch, hike, horseback ride, fly kites, star gaze, and rent a sand board from the Visitor Center and sled!

 

Groups

Shelters, conference rooms

 

Winter

Dune sled, ski and snowboard

 

Trails

Hike, bike, horse

 

Wildlife

Coyotes, Badgets, Antelope, Rabbits, Lizards, Scorpions, Ducks, Geese, Kestrels, Hawks, Herons

 

Learn

Guided walks, special programs,  education center and observatory

 

Nearby

Bruneau Canyon Overlook, CJ Strike Wildlife Management Area, Silver City historic mining town, Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area, Owyhee Uplands National Backcountry Byway

 

Purchase or rent

Sand boards are available for rent at the Visitors Center Nature Store for $15/day, and you can also purchase gifts, souvenirs, drinks and snacks there

 

WiFi

Hot-spots available subject to data limits

 

GPS

42.91, -115.70972

 

Pets

Yes. Do not leave unattended. Dogs must be confined or on a leash. Clean up after them, please.

 

Off-road vehicles

Off-road vehicles are only permitted on the main paved road in the park, no dune riding is allowed.

 We enjoy visiting the Bruneau Sand Dunes State Park whenever we get a chance!

Thanks for reading!  Go adventure there!

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Coeur d' Alene, Idaho - Centennial Trail - 2020 Jeep Gladiator Lake Drive - Photography - Sunset

Gorgeous Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Coeur d'Alene Lake Drive

Beautiful evening drive along the Centennial Trail!

Coeur d'Alene · Population

51,303 (2018)

Watch the video here on YouTube:

 For those who haven't heard of the North Idaho Centennial Trail:

The North Idaho Centennial Trail is 23 miles long, extending from the Idaho/Washington state line to Higgins Point, 6 miles east of Coeur d’Alene at the end of Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive. You can walk, jog, or bicycle on a Class I & II paved trail. At state line, it connects with the Spokane River Centennial Trail, which extends through Riverfront Park (22.5 miles west of the state line) and on to Nine Mile Falls

The video is the portion that run along Coeur d' Alene Lake Drive,

near downtown off Sherman Avenue, or I-90 exit 15!

Info from : https://www.cdaid.org/794/departments/parks/trails-main/centennial-trail

Centennial Trail Rules and Regulations
The following rules and regulations help to protect the trail and trail users:

• Keep to the right of the trail
• Alcoholic beverages prohibited
• Pedestrians have right-of-way
• All users remain on designated trails
• Bicycle speed limit:15 mph
• Maximum of two bicycle riders abreast at any time; if pedestrians are present, only one allowed
• Pets must be on a leash
• Do not disturb plants or animals
• Pack-it-in/Pack-it-out
• No structures, including vending equipment, are allowed
• No motorized vehicles allowed on trail
• Camping is prohibited

Also some great info to know:

A printed map of the Centennial Trail can be picked up at the Coeur d'Alene Parks office, Post Falls Parks office or the Visitor's Centers in Coeur d'Alene or Post Falls.

I did find a trail map here though as I was curious, even as a North Idaho native.  Where did it begin and where did it end? I guess I never looked into it more! https://nictf.org/trail-map/

After we made the video we parked and watched the sunset:

Some of the different spots to sit, picnic, recreation, 

take a sweetheart to watch the sunset or the sunrise... 

little trails to sneek away and explore or kiss that sweetheart!

Some informational signs at each parking outlook area.  

This one is near the boat ramps.

Tons of info on tourism, visiting and local news: https://www.coeurdalene.org/

The Coeur d’Alene area is surrounded by dozens of lakes left behind by the glaciers from the ice age. There are more than 55 lakes within easy driving distance of Coeur d’Alene, but none more scenic and full of activities than Lake Coeur d’Alene itself.

There is something magical about Lake Coeur d’Alene that’s hard to define, but begins with the spectacular North Idaho sunsets and moonrises, the plunge of an osprey after a fish, the glowing lights of downtown Coeur d’Alene reflecting across its waters at night. The perfect place to plan your next vacation and activities.

Coeur d'Alene is the largest city and county seat of Kootenai County, Idaho, United States. It is the principal city of the Coeur d'Alene Metropolitan Statistical Area. In 2019, the United States Census Bureau estimated the city's population at 52,414. The city is a satellite city of Spokane, which is located about thirty miles to the west in the state of Washington. The two cities are the key components of the Spokane–Coeur d'Alene combined statistical area, of which Coeur d'Alene is the third-largest city. Coeur d'Alene is the largest city in North Idaho and the city is situated on the north shore of the 25-mile long Lake Coeur d'Alene. Locally, Coeur d'Alene is known as the "Lake City," or simply called by its initials: "CDA."

https://www.areavibes.com/coeur+d'alene-id/demographics/ 

Demographics:

Statistic	Coeur d'Alene	Idaho	National
Population	47,842	1,787,065	328,239,523
Population density (sq mi)	3,009	22	91
Median age	36.3	35.7	37.7
Male/Female ratio	1.0:1	1.0:1	1.0:1
Married (15yrs & older)	53%	60%	55%
Families w/ Kids under 18	46%	45%	43%
Speak English	97%	89%	79%
Speak Spanish	1%	8%	13%

Coeur D'Alene Population Breakdown By Race

Race	Coeur d'Alene	Idaho	National
White	93.49%	91.30%	73.35%
Black	0.42%	0.64%	12.63%
Asian	0.80%	1.32%	5.22%
American Indian	1.59%	1.31%	0.82%
Native Hawaiian	0.00%	0.12%	0.18%
Mixed race	2.94%	2.57%	3.06%
Other race	0.76%	2.74%	4.75%

In Coeur d'Alene, 5.1% of people are of Hispanic or Latino origin.
Please note: Hispanics may be of any race, so also are included in any/all of the applicable race categories above.

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Nomadik Subscription Box - Unboxing Review - Unsponsored Honest Review from me to You! Adventure must haves September 2020

Nomadik Subscription Box

Unboxing Review 

Unsponsored Honest Review from me to You! Adventure must haves!

Here is my Nomadik YouTube video!

Nomadik boxes are $32.95 every month. 

Each box contains 1 main product and 1-2 smaller products and 1-3 educational /inspirational products.

Plans also available: 

6 months

$31.25/mo

$156.50 billed 2x/year, delivered monthly

12 months

$29.99/mo

$359.88 billed 1x/year, delivered monthly

I am unsponsored reviewer and ordered this Nomadik welcome box without a coupon code.

However if you see an item you love, seems they enclosed come in my welcome box!

I personally love every single item I have received in this welcome box!  Maybe its the geek outdoor enthusiast that likes new adventure gear?

Nose Gear Repair Kid - If your tent, apparel or hammock get a hole, you can use these patches to patch the hole. They are thin, lightweight, nylon rip stop fabric and has a sturdy adhesive that won't gum up around the edges.

UCO Stormproof Sweetfire - 8 Pack Matches You won't have to worry about lighting a match when it's wet. These matches will light after being submerged in water. Windproof and waterproof!

Lawson Parachute Hammock and Suspension System hammock -lightweight 12 ounces, can hold up to 200 pounds and includes rope and carabiners. The hamock expands to 95″ x 55″. 

Skratch Sport Hydration Mix  - drop this in a bottle of water and it will help you replace your electrolites.

Ursa Major Face balm and face wipes- The balm smells like bamboo, and I havent tried the face wipes yet since it's a single packet. Use as directed!

Grand Trunk Starter Hammock – Retail Price – $29.99

UCO Stormproof Matches – Pack of 25 – Retail Price – $4.99

1 Ursa Major Essential Face Wipe – Retail Price for Pack of 5 – $6.50

Sample Size Ursa Major Fortifying Face Balm – Retail Price for 2 Fl oz – $12.00

Scratch Labs Hydration Drink Mix – 1 Serving – Retail Price – $1.95

GEAR AID Mini Patches – Retail Price – $4.99

Excited for more monthly subscription boxes from them. Also more honest reviews from me to you!

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Everything was put into RV where we try to keep all are outdoor gear organized!  

Thanks Nomadik for a fun new subscription box to try!

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Post Falls, Idaho - Falls Park - Avista Dam - 2020 Jeep Gladiator - walking - history - exploring - scenic photography

Falls Park - Avista Dam - Post Falls, Idaho

YouTube video !

In the video I explain all of the walking tour highlights, memories, and information as I VLOG!

Info from : https://www.postfallsidaho.org/departments/parks-recreation/parks/falls-park/ 

Avista Dam at Falls Park

Falls Park is located west of Spokane Street, off 4th Avenue.

This 22-acre park includes three covered shelters, accessible paved pathways, historical interpretive signs, picnic shelters, restrooms a playground, and scenic views of the dam and gorge. An ADA compliant swing, designed for children with motor skill disabilities. The swing has a heavy-duty reclining seat, and can be transferred into easily from a wheel chair for up to 225 lbs.
The centerpiece of the park is a fishing pond great for kids and anglers with special needs. Anglers can easily fish the small pond from a fishing bridge, shore or fishing platforms. (Idaho Dept. of Fish & Game regulations apply – anyone over the age of 14 must have a license to legally fish. If they are not Idaho residents they must be accompanied by a licensed fisherman.)
From the Dept. of Fish & Game – information on fishing seasons and rules, when the pond is stocked and more
This is a great park for birthday parties or other small gatherings.
Dogs allowed on a leash.

Address: 305 W. 4th Avenue, Post Falls, Idaho 83814

Enjoy the photography I took below!

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