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Experience downtown Boise. Held every Wednesday evening after work from May - September in The Grove, Boise's beautiful downtown plaza, "Alive After Five" is an opportunity to relax, enjoy food, fun and live entertainment. Other "in the city" events include "First Thursday." As the daylight fades, be sure to enjoy the nightlife at one of the many bars located in downtown Boise. Try End Zone, which is famous for their 32 oz. tubs of beer and friendly atmosphere. Or head over to Happy Fish, home to the best sushi in the area (and good martinis too). For upscale dining, Gamekeeper's Restaurant and Lounge is one of Boise's finest. Be sure to save room for the cherries jubilee! For more information on living in Idaho, go to:
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www.accessidaho.org MontanaFor another exquisite and breathtaking excursion, explore Montana, the country's fourth largest state (in square miles, that is). Under a giant sky of aqua, turquoise, and peacock blue, Montana's landscape encompasses jagged mountain peaks, evergreens, flowing streams, and golden prairies. And in the heart of it all, nestled deep in the Rocky Mountains, lies Bozeman, the small town with big city amenities. Here, recreation is at your doorstep. The Bridger, Gallatin, and Tobacco Root Mountains that surround the community offer some of the world's best fly-fishing, camping, biking, rafting, climbing, kayaking, and skiing. Home to Bridger Bowl, a private nonprofit ski area, Bozeman offers a high quality ski experience for a very affordable price. The snowy peaks, ice-sculpted valleys, bright white glaciers, and twinkling lakes and waterfalls of Glacier National Park encourage adventurers and thrill seekers. And with the natural ingredients that lend to extraordinary archaeological digs, it is no wonder why the Bozeman Museum of the Rockies possesses one of the best dinosaur and American Indian exhibits in the West. For adventure of a different sort, there's Missoula, where you'll come face to face with a collection of life-size grizzlies, mountain goats, elk, and bighorn sheep at the Rocky Mountain Wildlife Visitor Center. For winter sport enthusiasts, Missoula is a short 20-minute drive from two ski areas, and there are hundreds of snowmobile trails located near town. After a day on the slopes, warm up downtown in one of the laid-back coffeehouses or cozy bookstores. Get a taste of the Far East at Tipu's Indian Café, where the flavorful vegetarian dishes have earned "Best Ethnic" and "Best of Missoula" awards. Then spend your evening exploring Missoula's cultural side, including the ballet, symphony, live theatre, cinema, art galleries and museums. Missoula is also home to the University of Montana. Relive the college rivalry days when you watch U of M's Grizzlies take on Montana State University's Bobcats. Bozeman restaurants offer a selection of great food that will not only please your palate but your pocketbook as well. Begin your day with a home-style breakfast at Soby's. Looking for a little something for everyone? Looie's Down Under dining complex offers three complementing restaurants: Looie's Down Under (an elegant dining experience), Jadra's (Bozeman's only sushi bar), and Aunt Sophia's (Italian cuisine). Situated on the banks of the historic Missouri River, Helena, the state capital, is home to some of the finest recreation in the country. Close to Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks as well as being the highlight of the legendary Lewis and Clark trail, Helena boasts great fishing, hiking, camping and family activities such as mining for sapphires and gold. Helena is centrally located between Great Falls, Bozeman and Missoula and is easily accessible. The downtown area features Last Chance Gulch, a historic cobblestone walking mall, the Cathedral of St. Helena and the Civic Center. Helena is also home to the Governor's Cup Marathon, the Last Chance Stampede and Rodeo and the Mt. Helena Music Festival. From its gold rush past to the present, Helena, the "treasure of the Treasure State," is a "gold nugget" for those seeking adventure, recreation and history. For more information on living in Montana, go to:
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