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Reception in Sandpoint
Reception in Sandpoint
Sandpoint is a region in transition. From humble timber and fishing beginnings, Sandpoint has been rocketed to among the top destinations in the West, indeed the nation. It was number one on USA Today's List of Unforgettable Summer Vacations, as well as Sunset Magazine's top small Western Town, along with numerous other distinctions. Obviously, the locals have mixed feelings about this. Along with needed additional revenue and diversity, tourists and new transplants bring additional traffic in an already choked town, pollution from extra cars, and a crowded downtown. The average cost of a house in Sandpoint has rocketed, and property taxes are high.
Although most residents are at least tolerant of the load and many are friendly with tourists, visitors must be prepared to read anti-tourist bumper stickers. Few, however, will ever encounter the wrath of a truly annoyed local, a force to be reckoned with. To avoid this, one only needs to arm oneself with some basic knowledge of the town, as most of this stems from annoyance with perceived ignorance.
The bottom line - don't skip this beautiful town because of the rumors. Just read up on the town and please don't walk out in front of cars in a crosswalk under the assumption that they'll [be able to] stop!
you are gay. And should get off this site.
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