Posted in Idaho
December 29, 2016
15 Things People From Idaho Always Have To Explain To Out Of Towners
As sparkling blankets of snow hit Idaho’s far corners and winter tourist season vaults us day-to-day Idahoans into a gaggle of visiting strangers, one thing becomes clear: out-of-towners have some pretty strange misconceptions about Idaho. The Gem State has so much to offer year-round, and while we’re pretty proud of our beautiful state and love showing it off, you can bet that we have to explain a few things to the newbies flocking to our panhandled haven this time of year…
I mean, we really love our famous tuber and all, but there is some epic produce coming out of our fields and orchards every harvest season.
But, sometimes we like to pretend we are to scare you off. *wink*
Yeah, yeah, yeah. Think sweltering heat that feels like it's suffocating you. Think hot, cloudy nights that don't cool down. Think desert areas that soar into the triple digits just as easily as temps in Arizona.
We like to defy the elements.
Boise has its perks, but every time Boise is the only thing people recognize about our ginormous state, the rest of the state cringes a little. Outside of Boise is where the real Idaho is.
Hide your kids, hide your vegetable garden...they're like the seagulls of rural Idaho.
Seriously, stop kissing my bumper and driving like a maniac. Also, that stick-thing by the steering wheel? You should use it.
No, it doesn't need a shopping mall. Or an apartment complex.
You won't find a lot of big-name destinations in Idaho that aren't nature or history-related. If you want something fancy, you're in the wrong place.
Just... don't.
No, but seriously... they don't plow the roads here. Be prepared to push.
We love how diverse our state is, and there truly is a region for every mood, whim, and weather preference.
So when we say you have to lock up your camping food at night, we mean it.
All too often overlooked, these expansive treasures are lush, beautiful, and perfect for family getaways.
It's okay to be jealous. We know how good we have it.
From cultural norms and oddities to detailing the things we love about our state, sometimes outsiders just need a little help understanding the way things work around here. What else would you add to the list?
