Idaho was the 43rd state to be admitted into statehood 7/3/1890. Idaho's climate affords agriculture's in wheat, barley, potatoes, and sugar beets as well as industries in mining, chemical products, lumber and wood products. With Idaho's history in mining this state adopted the nickname "The Gem" state. Take a stroll down main street in historical Idaho City, stopping by the oldest store in Idaho's history the Boise Basin Mercantile. From spending a day in the hot springs to white water rafting in the deep canyons, forged by ancient waters to walking through old lava fields littered with delicate flowers, Idaho offers the outdoor enthusiast with boundless activities. In the winter, enjoy the calm atmosphere of skiing down safe and well maintained pathways or see the country in some back country skiing. Take a boating trip, balloon trip, ride on a dog sled or a wagon trip through the many trails filled with beautiful scenery and history.