Central Idaho Snowmobiling Season - Elk City Idaho and Dixie Idaho.

Folks, if you’re looking for snow, Dixie Iaho is the place.  I’ve posted a good local resource for trails and information on Snowmobiling in the Nez Perce National Forest and beyond.

SNOWMOBILE INFORMATION -  ELK CITY IDAHO AND DIXIE IDAHO

Here’s the updated scoop from Rick at Silver Spur Outfitters and Lodge:

The Presidents Day  Snowmobile Weekend will be celebrated this weekend in Dixie, Idaho, March 16th, 17th and 18th.

Saturday March 16 - Snowmobile Poker Run
Registration is 9am to 11am.  The challenge begins at 11am.

Sunday March 17 - Snowmobile Drag Races
Registration is 9am to 11am.  The challenge begins at 11am.

Snow conditions:  Rick reports that there is 5-1/2 feet of beautiful white snow on the ground.  Dixie, Idaho, the furthest little town from civilization, but quite civilized on its own, is set to see 200 extra folks milling about over the weekend.

If you’re a snowmobile fiend, Dixie Idaho’s Presidents Day Weekend is just the medicine you need to feel really good!

Don’t miss it!

… oh and on your way to or fro, check out some real estate for sale:

A beautiful log home on Red River Road on your way to Dixie.  $449,000

Riverfront vacation lots in Elk City Idaho just across from Bullock Lane - Rivers Edge

American River Cabin Retreat - Fishermen, snowmobilers - Elk City’s snowmobile trails lead off the trail next to River’s Edge.  This is the perfect escape for you and your friends and family.

Links to flyers will be available tomorrow.

Plan on Dixie - your Idaho Snowmobile Destination.

Wherever you go, pack sensibly for inclement weather and drive safely.

Your Grangeville Idaho Real Estate Agent - Mary Mangold - Windermere Real Estate
208-983-7602  - call me anytime about any properties you see at www.marymangold.net

I specialize in unique riverfront vacation properties in Grangeville and Elk City Idaho. 

Your destination for:

All things outdoors.

Super Snow Bowl Weather

The temperatures were mild today.  Highs of upper 30’s.  Around 10am or so, it began to snow.  Little tiny flakes in a mist like snow, fell and continued to fall all day, throughout the evening too. 

I just opened the window for a peek, and did not detect any wind, breeze nor snow fall.  Its quiet, soft, and cold enough to remain as light puffy snow.

Tomorrow is another day.

Sunshine, some clouds, and the possibility of more snow on the way

Waking up to a blue sky with lots of sunshine was a plentiful gift from Mother Nature.  But will it last?  Probably not.  For now though, the outdoors looks inviting, and the snow plows can take a rest. 

This has been quite the dramatic winter.  I’ve lived in Grangeville since 1999 and I’ve not seen a winter like this one, so full of the elements that the word “WINTER” conjures. 

Living several miles to the east of town, we’re actually a couple of hundred feet lower in elevation than the town of Grangeville.  But I would venture to say we’re about even when it comes to the cumulative snowfall to date.  We’ve measured approximately 52 inches that has fallen since November. 

Our average snowfall is about 25 inches from Fall to Spring. 

Temperatures today should hover in the low 30’s.  I’m off to put some signs up and take care of errands in town. 

Have a great Saturday!

PS:  visit www.marymangold.com to see new video posted for the interior of a Custom Log Home listed in the Elk City area.  Or just click this link to go straight to the post:

http://marymangold.com/2008/01/24/red-river-vacation-cabin-near-elk-city-idaho/

Listing Season is in Full Gear

There aren’t many real estate sales that closed in January.  7 or 8 pending transactions on the books.  The 3 sales from the past 5 days involved vacant land deals in the region.  72 Acres did sell on Red River Road, same location where my new listing for a custom log home resides.  The 72 Acres was listed for $699K and closed substantially lower to a non-resident of the area.

This winter has been especially healthy in the amount of cold and snowfall, replenishing are drought ridden acquifers and will help when fire season returns.   Once better weather begins to appear more readily, folks who want to escape the cities to a simpler existence, or to search for a vacation getaway, will return with funds to spend. 

As most seem to agree, we are somewhat insulated here in the region of Idaho County from the fraud and foreclosure pony show going on in other states, and even in densely populated cities of Idaho.   Nonetheless, there are those even in our midst who will suffer from the seeds sown in the markets of yesterday. 

I spent a few minutes this morning catching up on the last 60 minutes segment that spun the story of complete and utter mortgage fraud.

The whole story is downright disgusting, from the words of the consumers all the way to the impacts to our world economy.   The Global Economy needs an INTERVENTION.  Reality TV may be able to shake some sense into the world.  But of course, its someone elses fault.  Lets blame it on Sadam Hussein.  He’s dead, so he won’t care.

New Grangeville Idaho Weather Post

Years ago I kept a weather log at www.grangevilleidaho.com and I learned later that alot of people from outside the area were following that log.

Since I’m blogging several times a week, I will resume the weather notices. Visitors to this site can click on the “weather” category to pull up the most recent weather notices easily.  When possible, I will post photos to show the appearance of the weather from my vantage point 6 miles east of town.

Today of course, the weather conditions are poor.  I heard from a friend in town they are calling it BLIZZARD CONDITIONS in town and Hwy 95 has been closed all morning.  Blowing snow and drifts are the real hazards, including high wind.

Schools are closed today in the Mountain View School District 244.  Check their website for other notices pertaining to school closures. www.sd244.org

Best thing to do today is to stay put inside safe and warm.

5 Acre building sites for sale in Grangeville Idaho Real Estate Market

Just 3/4 miles south of Grangeville, these five acre lots are in an excellent location on Fish Hatchery Road.  Unencumbered views of the mountain range to the south also make these lots a beautiful site for your future ranch.

Investors!  These lots are in such an excellent location close to Grangeville, you definitely don’t want to miss out on the potential of this investment to grow your money faster than the banks, while interest rates are low. Appreciation of land values are increasing quickly in this area.  Get in while prices are still low and per acre prices are $15,000 ea.

Download the flyer. Flyer  Grangeville Real Estate, Building lots for sale in Idaho County,

Download the parcel map. Aerial Map with Overlay

Questions?  Contact Mary Mangold:  208-983-7602

Mountain Views on 7.9 Acre Lot For Sale in Grangeville: Vrieling Road

Life in Grangeville Idaho features mountain views, world class steelhead and salmon fishing on the South Fork of the Clearwater River, hunting and wildlife sightings, jet boat tours, whitewater rafting on the Salmon River, rodeos, archery, snowmobiling on hundreds of miles of groomed trails, cross country ski trails and so much more. If you love being outdoors, you’ll love Grangeville.

Looking for horse property?  This 7.93 Acre property features pastoral views, panoramic landscapes, and is within walking distance to town. 

Build your new home and enjoy the mountain views, the seasonal creek and a nice quiet county maintained road for easy access. 

Don’t just dream of Idaho, build your life here and live the dream while prices are still affordable!

CCR’s provided upon request.  Flyer and Map combined - pdf file

Grangeville Idaho Commercial Renaissance

Not long ago, a windstorm ripped through the Inland Northwest, causing havoc.  In Grangeville, the Sunset Autovue, one of America’s last remaining outdoor movie theatres, lost 3/4 of the movie screen.  An upscale home furnishings business on Main Street, Lindsley’s Home furnishings, experienced the shatter of glass when one of its awnings blew off and stabbed through the front display window.  Numerous other stories of lost roofs and massive fallen trees are easy to hear around town.

Amid the coming of winter weather, the rising oil prices, lack of work ethics, political and religious unrest around the world, Grangeville Idaho is experiencing some positive economic trends.    Commercial buildings and properties are selling and leased office and retail spaces are reaching almost 100% occupancy.  Is it a Main Street Renaissance?  Maybe? 

Stay in touch for further insights and facts about Grangeville’s Commercial Renaissance in future issues of Grangeville Idaho Real Estate News.

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