Avery, Idaho facts for kids
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Avery, Idaho
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Avery and St. Joe River in the fall
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 Avery, Idaho
Location in Idaho
Avery, Idaho
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Shoshone |
| Elevation | 2,486 ft (758 m) |
| Population
(2000)
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| • Total | 25 |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific Time Zone) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 |
| ZIP code |
83802
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| Area code(s) | 208 |
Avery is a small town in the northwest United States. It is located in the St. Joe River Valley in Shoshone County, Idaho. Avery is in the middle of the Idaho Panhandle National Forest. It is a popular place for tourists who love nature and outdoor fun.
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Exploring Avery's Location
Avery is found in the beautiful Idaho Panhandle. It is known for its amazing wilderness. The town is upstream and east of St. Maries. St. Maries is the main town of Benewah County.
Avery's Coordinates
- Latitude: 47.25 degrees North
- Longitude: -115.80 degrees West
- Elevation: 2,486 feet (757 meters) above sea level. This means how high it is compared to the ocean's surface.
Avery's Weather
Avery has a type of weather called a humid continental climate. This means it has big changes in temperature throughout the year. Summers are warm to hot, and often humid. Winters are cold, sometimes very cold. This climate is known as "Dfb" on climate maps.
Who Lives in Avery?
As of 2013, about 25 people live in Avery all year round. In the summer, more people come to Avery. These include workers for the United States Forest Service. Many families also have summer homes in Avery and along the St. Joe River.
The small number of students in Avery go to the Avery School District. This school district also serves nearby towns like Calder, Idaho and Clarkia, Idaho.
Avery's Past
From 1909 to 1980, Avery was an important stop for the Milwaukee Road railroad. This railroad had a long route called the "Pacific Extension." Avery was a "division point." This meant trains would switch from steam or diesel engines to electric engines here.
Electric trains ran on this part of the track from 1914 to 1974. The old Avery Depot is now a historic building. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Great Fire of 1910
In 1910, a huge wildfire called the Great Fire of 1910 swept through the area. A team of 28 firefighters sadly died near Avery. The U.S. Army's 25th Infantry Regiment helped save Avery. These soldiers were known as the Buffalo Soldiers. They helped by building a "back fire" to stop the main fire from reaching the town.
Fun Things to Do in Avery
Avery is a great place for outdoor adventures. Some popular activities include:
- Taking pictures of nature
- Camping under the stars
- Hunting
- Riding ATVs (all-terrain vehicles)
- Snowmobiling in winter
- Hiking on trails
- Horseback riding
- Mountain biking
- Fishing in the rivers
- Rafting on the water
Avery's Special Attractions
The main attraction in Avery is the Fish Pond. Visitors can buy fish food for a small fee. Then, they can watch huge rainbow trout jump out of the water to grab a bite! It's a fun sight for everyone.
