Our region is noted for its forests agricultural production scenic beauty and our unusual concentration of higher education institutions in a rural area. Our lifestyles are a mixture of outdoor recreational leisure, community events, arts and festivals. We are bordered by national forests, wilderness areas, pristine lakes, whitewater rivers, and rugged canyons. In less than an hour's drive, you can be fishing, camping hunting, skiing or sailing. We also have a wide range of cultural, ethnic and educational advantages, including ballet, symphony, theatre, concerts, and university seminars.
Many fans also enjoy the complement of other sports played here.
From the business perspective, the region's centralized location within four western states plus British Columbia and Alberta, Canada, combined with our intermodal transportation system, places the area in an enviable position. Access to local, regional and international markets is convenient and affordable. A loyal and dedicated workforce produces more and costs less. The people of the region welcome industry and encourage economic development and business growth. Nearly all the great rivers in the Northwest come to, through, or near Lewiston.