Coeur d'Alene, ID

December, 2008 Archive

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Wild Idaho - Eagle watching in Coeur d’Alene Idaho

t was foggy and cold today, not optimal photography weather. Not optimal walking around weather either, if you’re not wearing gloves. My fingers nearly froze in the first 5 minutes. But that was because we were enthralled by the sight. Eagles flew around us two or three at a time, dipping down to the water, grabbing the fish that were belly up at the surface. Seagulls followed suit, and every now and then would end up in a diving match with an eagle to see who would catch the dead fish first. Even the ducks got in on the act, scouting along the surface of the water like a vacuum cleaner, scarfing the fish up in their bills.

Coeur d’Alene’s Local Market - Goes strong through the winter months.

The Local Market CdA continues its’ journey throughout the winter months, every Saturday through April 11-3. Many of the same vendors as the KC Farmer’s Market. You’ll find hormone and antibiotic-free beef and lamb, wild-caught salmon, squash and apples, freshly made bread, pasta, salsa, tofu, and hummus. Enjoy your choice of home-made jams, fresh eggs, and honey as well. Santa, crafts and face painting for the kids. Live music, warm cider, and lots of quality crafters is what you’ll find at 210 Sherman Ave, the Plaza Shops across the street from the Resort. Free parking (2 hrs), across the street, at the Tubb’s Hill/ Resort parking.208-659-4213 or www.thelocalmarketcda.com

Nostalgic Holiday Carriage Rides - Downtown Coeur d’Alene Idaho

Luckily, the owner of Percival Carriages, and horse carriage-driver is my father-in-law, and I had a chance to take a peaceful carriage ride out in Wolf Lodge. It was literally soothing enough to put a four month old to sleep. Apparently, the locals and tourists have had enjoyed the rides as much as I have, because I hear some days the lines can get rather long