And local timbered habitats produce several species of grouse. The area contains a wide variety of raptors including golden eagles, osprey and many hawks. Bald eagles winter here, often seen perching, fishing or catching a thermal. In a habitat sharing scheme, they arrive just as the ospreys leave for their own wintering grounds along the coast of southern California and Baha. Deer populations are another success story in the Eye of Idaho.
Whitetail are everywhere.
When you see them, however, sometimes all you see is an arrogant white flag waving bye-bye. Area rivers produce plenty of whitewater for rafting and kayaking. You will find three ski areas and three golf courses within an hour drive of White Bird. Hells Canyon National Recreation Area and millions of acres of other public lands are only minutes away. Opportunities for 4-wheeling and snowmobiling seem endless.