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2022 CONSERVATION or NATURE
(Sponsored by Pew Charitable Trusts)

First Place: Kris Millgate, Outdoor Journalist
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2022 FAMILY PARTICIPATION/YOUTH OUTDOOR EDUCATION

(Sponsored by Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation)

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First Place: Travis Puglisi – Wandering Mojave Hiking Services

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Isabelle (Izzy) Edwards: Wildlife and Nature Photographer, Artist, and Conservationist

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Discover Kamiah, ID: Tourism, Community Events, and Outdoor Fun

May 13, 2025 • Howard A Fox, Janet Brennan • Episode 7037

Discover Kamiah, ID: Tourism, Community Events, and Outdoor Fun

Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series. In today’s episode, we sit down with Janet Brennan, the Kamiah Chamber of Commerce vice president in northern Idaho. Janet shares the rich history of Kamiah—a community that reinvented itself from its logging roots to a vibrant outdoor recreation and tourism destination.

DISCUSSION

1. Kamiah, Idaho: Location and Overview

2. History and Evolution of Kamiah

3. The Kamiah Chamber of Commerce

4. Janet’s Role as Vice President

5. Kamiah Chamber Infrastructure and Operations

6. Transition to a Tourism-Based Economy

7. Life as a New Resident in Kamiah

8. Outdoor Recreation and Personal Passions

9 Community Challenges and Collaborative Solutions

10 Signature Events and Activities in Kamiah

Annual Free Barbecue Days
Fourth of July parade
Christmas celebrations
St. Patrick’s Day
Contributions from local businesses, e.g., Kami Steakhouse and Grill’s year-round events

11. Arts, Culture, and Local Businesses

Coffee shops and gathering spaces (The Loft)
Community pride in local food and beverage offerings
Notable businesses: Hearthstone Elegant Lodge, Pizza Factory, K Hotel and Bar, Sassy Spodge
Exploring Kamiah: Digital Tour of the Chamber Website

12. Native American Heritage and The Nez Perce

Historical context of the Nez Perce Reservation and its continuing cultural presence
Lewis and Clark connection
Annual powwow and Itsye Casino as cultural highlights

CONNECT WITH THE KAMIAH BAY CHAMBER

To Learn more about Kamiah, Idaho, visit the Kamiah Chamber of Commerce website at https://www.kamiahchamber.com/, and follow them on their social media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KamiahChamber/

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