Today is National Idaho Day

If you live in Idaho, today is a day to celebrate - it is National Idaho Day! Whether you live in Idaho or not, let's look at some of their silly laws and some interesting facts about this State - my grandsons usually find these things interesting - the children you love may as well. Did you know . . . 

• It is against the law to live in a dog kennel (or house) unless you're a dog.
• In Idaho Falls, it is illegal to ride a motorcycle if you're over 88.
• It is illegal to ride a merry-go-round on a Sunday.
• Selling an "Idaho Deluxe" potato with rot, blemishes, or sun damage can get you sent to jail for up to six months.
• The state of Idaho forbids you from fishing off the back of a camel.

You will find more silly laws at this link. Now for some interesting facts - did you know . . . 

• Idaho is the 43rd state in the union.
• It is home to the Rocky Mountains range, Snake River, and some of the deepest river gorges in North America.
• Idaho is best known for its potato crop.
• Idaho is also known as ‘The Gem State’ due to the massive varieties of gems that are found in the state.

You will find more interesting facts about Idaho at this link.