Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Big Springs in Island Park, Idaho



Our Idaho trip in August was in the planning stages for months.  Total solar eclipse, check.  Family reunion, check. Place to stay, check.  Things to see, check. Planned menus, check.  Traffic planning, check.


A client of my husband's generously let us stay at his cabin in Island Park for almost a week.  We very much enjoyed exploring and experiencing Island Park again.  One of my favorite places is Big Springs where 126 million gallons of water come up out of the ground EVERY day creating the beautiful Henry's Fork River.


How is that possible you may ask?  This sign and diagram explain it all.


Just look at that beautiful river which has formed on the other side of the bridge.  It is clear and dazzling and full of fish.  A few miles downstream there is a spot to launch one's water craft for a beautiful ride.


Look closely.  Can you see Johnny Sack's handmade cabin back under the trees?


Johnny began making this beautiful little home by hand in 1929.  His family had immigrated from Bavarian Germany so his home had a bit of Bavarian charm.  He, himself, was just under five feet tall.  Everything is pretty much just how he left it including this cozy kitchen.


The floors were beautiful with each piece of wood carefully set.


This is a painted wood carving of Johnny which is found on the front porch.


Two bedrooms are on the second floor.


Both beds were covered with beautiful quilts.


A colorful painting based on a black and white photo of Johnny and his dog.


He read Zane Grey novels  just like my husband and my parents did with their families before radio and TV.


This special place has been made an Historic Place.


There was a special house up on the hill.


Johnny painted the outside to honor his desire for a Bavarian look.


This second little cabin down the hill has its own water wheel creating power for the cabin.  It is a beautiful place.

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