Stay & Play In Southern Idaho
Hello, Gorge-ous SHOP, DINE AND EXPLORE IN THE SCENIC TWIN FALLS AREA GO Diving into the depths of the Snake River Canyon with only a parachute strapped to their back may not be most people’s idea of fun, but that doesn’t mean they won’t enjoy the Perrine Bridge Festival, held each September in Twin Falls. The fundraiser for children with special needs features fun runs, a carnival and many other activities to see and do – all while remaining on solid ground. The famous gorge is also the namesake of the Snake River Canyon Jam, an annual music festival scheduled for June 18-20, 2010. The event embraces the area’s natural attractions as a backdrop for the music, which includes world rock, gypsy jazz, folk and more.
PLAY The canyon and its BASE-jumping, kayaking, trailblazing and other activities are just one of the many facets
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of attractions here. Visitors can travel a portion of the Oregon Trail at the Stricker Homesite, the oldest home still standing in Twin Falls. The carefully preserved grounds also include Rock Creek Station, Magic Valley’s first trading post, which dates to 1865. In Kimberly, the Main Street shopping district includes The Quilt Barn, which is quickly becoming a tourist attraction. “The designer names that we carry and our wide variety of fabrics draw them in,” says owner Heather Cartwright, who opened the business in 2008. “We’re also growing in popularity with the younger generation who sew clothing items, bags and aprons – as well as the quilters, from novice to expert.” In addition to classes and holiday specials, The Quilt Barn hosts monthly Friday Night Quilt Parties. “We’ve had such a great first year,” Cartwright says. “I hope to have many more.”
Check in to one of dozens of hotels in Twin Falls, including the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, the familyfriendly and newly remodeled Comfort Inn & Suites, and the dog-friendly Shilo Inn Suites, each of which is half a mile or less from the scenic Snake River Canyon.
EAT Highway 30 in Hansen is home to Foothill Café and its award-winning avocado-and-bacon-topped cheeseburger. If that doesn’t tantalize the taste buds, the café also serves up diverse Americana fare, from eggplant Parmesan to shepherd’s pie. Twin Falls’ smorgasbord of eateries includes Rock Creek Restaurant, known for its fresh seafood, and Jakers Bar and Grill, with sizzling steaks and a salad bar as well as vegetarian and glutenfree selections. On Main Street, O’Dunken’s Draught House has more than food and drinks on the menu – the pub doubles as a hot spot for the city’s live music scene. For additional information on Idaho, call 1-800-VISIT-ID. 09-IV-1 12.5
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For more information, contact: Southern Idaho Tourism P.O. Box 5155 • Twin Falls, ID 83303-0443 Phone: (405) 744-500 • Fax: (405) 744-8445 www.visitsouthidaho.com
JEFF ADKINS
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