What are some special products made in Idaho?
In terms of revenue generated, Idaho’s top five agricultural products are dairy products, cattle and calves, potatoes, wheat, and hay.
Where does Idaho’s electricity come from?
Most of Idaho’s renewable electricity comes from hydropower. Hydropower and wind power fuel 5 of Idaho’s 10 largest generating facilities by capacity.
What is Idaho well known for growing?
Idaho leads the nation in potato production – we produce nearly 1/3 of all U.S. potatoes. While the Russet is the most well-known of the Famous Idaho Potatoes, we grow more than 30 varieties, including Yukon Golds, Reds, and Fingerlings.
Did Indians live in Idaho?
Prior to the arrival of European and Mexican explorers, roughly 8,000 American Indians, representing two distinct groups, inhabited Idaho: the Great Basin Shoshone and Bannock tribes of the Shoshone-Bannock, the Shoshone Paiute and the Plateau tribes of the Coeur d’Alene, Nez Perce and Kootenai.
Where did Native Americans live in Idaho?
Today anthropologists identify two “culture areas” in Idaho. The Northern Panhandle area is designated as part of the Plateau culture area which was inhabited by the Nimi’ipuu (Nez Perce), Kalispel, Kootenai and Schitsu’umsh (Coeur d’ Alene) tribes.
What historical events happened in Idaho?
Important Idaho Dates
| 1805 | Lewis and Clark enter Idaho at Lemhi Pass |
|---|---|
| 1882 | Construction on the New York Canal begins |
| 1886 | Territorial Capitol completed |
| 1890 | Idaho becomes the 43rd state |
| 1901 | Swan Falls hydroelectric dam completed |
What is special about Idaho?
Unique: Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones. Boise: Idaho’s state capital has landed on “Best Places” lists numerous times. Canyons: Hells Canyon is deeper than the Grand Canyon. Amazing Attractions: Idaho has a number of excellent attractions, some of them unrivaled by any other state.