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Priest Lake Museum - The museum building was constructed in 1935 by Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). It is a prime example of handcrafted oil-treated tamarack (larch) log construction. The museum houses numerous articles and displays that depict the colorful history of the lake and the surrounding area. Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge - 230 bird species and 45 mammals have been observed on this 2,774 acre sanctuary. Moose, deer and elk are among some of the animals found here as well as large colonies of migratory birds including Tundra swans. Several foot trails provide views of wildlife habitats and excellent photographic and bird watching opportunities. Silverwood Theme Park - Silverwood is the Northwest's largest theme park. Here you will experience earth-shaking roller coasters, dazzling entertainment, and Victorian charm. Sierra Silver Mine Tour - Experience first-hand underground mining in one of North Idaho's silver mine, guided by an experienced miner who takes you through the working aspects and equipment of the mine, along with a guided ride on a trolley through Historic Wallace. Rider Ranch - Family owned and operated Rider Ranch is a working cattle and horse ranch just 20 minutes east of Coeur d'Alene. The ranch offers horseback riding and horse drawn hayrides. Reservations are required for all activities and group sizes are limited to ensure a quality experience. Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre - Established in 1967, The Carrousel Players is Idaho's oldest performing arts organization. The organization specializes in the production of full-scale Broadway musicals during a 12 week, 36 performance season during June, July and August at Schuler Auditorium on the campus of North Idaho College by the shore of lake Coeur d'Alene. |
Crystal Gold Mine - Authentic 1880's underground gold mine. A guided underground tour explains how miners drilled, traced veins and tested for gold. Underground mine tours, museum and gift shop are open all year with seasonal gold panning. Sixth Street Melodrama - Since 1984, this unique year-round theatre has encouraged audience participation Tuesday through Saturday each July and August during one-hour melodramas that reflect the area's mining background. Summer plays are followed by KELLYS ALLEY REVUE, during which families enjoy old-fashioned music and humor. Wallace District Mining Museum - The Silver Valley is the richest silver mining region in the world. In just one hundred years, over ONE BILLION ounces of silver have been taken from mines in this valley. The museum captures the impact of mining history with artifacts and exhibits depicting the hardships, toils and home life of the period. Panida Theater - The Panida Theatre opened as a vaudeville and movie house in 1927. Then, as now, its name reflected its mission: to showcase great performers and performances for audiences of the PANhandle of IDAho. As the area's only performing arts facility its 566 seat auditorium provides a comfortable audience size for many productions. Coeur d'Alene Resort - A Resort on the Lake is a world-class resort on the north shore of Lake Coeur d'Alene. It's waterfront setting offers a diverse menu of aquatic activities ranging from lake cruises to sailing to jet skis to parasailing. Away from the lake, guests can play the world's only floating golf green or challenge the powder blankets on north-facing slopes at Silver Mountain in nearby Kellogg. |
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