Here We Have Idaho | Summer 2013

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Small wonder that UI lands in the top tiers of Outside Magazine’s rankings for best college recreation programs and best universities for those wishing to embrace adventure.

“Full moon on Fairy Meadows hut in B.C.”

©Philip Higuera

Philip Higuera Assistant professor of fire sciences The outdoor opportunities within a few hours drive of Moscow were an important reason I chose to start my career here. Getting outside – whether backcountry skiing, backpacking or mountain biking – is a very important way for me to recharge outside of work. It also helps keep me inspired and excited about studying the natural world, and particularly forest and fire ecology.

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