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Local authors publish illustrated book
of Selkirk Loop |
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November 12, 2014 |
A photographic journey encircling the
spectacular Selkirk Mountains of northern Idaho,
eastern Washington and southeastern British
Columbia, Selkirks
Spectacular, features
amazing images by photographers Jerry Pavia and
Tim Cady. More than 300 images along with
chapters written by Canadian Ross Klatte on the
history, geology, communities, natural features,
attractions, and the flora and fauna showcase
this beautiful corner of the earth.
 To
celebrate the book’s release, Keokee Books is
hosting book publication parties in Bonners
Ferry, Idaho, where Pavia and Cady live, and in
Nelson, British Columbia, Klatte’s hometown. A
special presentation with a slide show with Cady
is planned for Friday, November 21 at The Pearl
Theater, 7160 Ash Street in Bonners Ferry, from
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A similar program with
Klatte is planned for Thursday, November 27 at
the Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St. in
Nelson, British Columbia, at 7:00 p.m.
Selkirks
Spectacular highlights the
International Selkirk Loop, which promotes the
awesome beauty surrounding the Selkirk Mountains
through a 280-mile scenic route named by Rand
McNally as one of five “Best of the Roads.”
But you don’t need to drive the International
Selkirk Loop to appreciate its unique splendor.
Spend a few minutes or hours with Selkirks
Spectacular to see everything from Lake Pend
Oreille to Kootenay Lake and endangered woodland
caribou to ruffed grouse. Enjoy a generous
selection of historic photographs highlighting
the area’s native and ethnic cultures, mining
and logging legacy, and boomtowns.
Pavia and Cady’s photographic odyssey had them
exploring every corner of the loop over the
course of years in all four glorious seasons.
“I’ve lived in North Idaho for over 30 years,”
said Pavia, “and until photographing
this book I really didn’t appreciate the
wildlands, wildlife, towns and people who live
along the Selkirk Loop. What a spectacular
place!”
The Selkirk Mountains are a place of forested
hillsides, wildflowers, sparkling waterfalls,
snowcapped craggy peaks and wildlife. Waterfowl
by the thousands stop for respite on their
journey through the Pacific Flyway. Moose, deer,
elk and even caribou inhabit the Selkirk
Mountains, along with grizzly and black bear and
many others.
“We are so excited about this book,” said
Stephanie Sims, executive director of the
International Selkirk Loop. “Pavia and Cady have
a real talent for capturing the beauty of the
International Selkirk Loop. The majestic
mountains, crystal clear waters, vibrant colors
and abundant wildlife come to life on the
pages.”
 The
180-page, softcover book measures 11 inches by
8.5 inches and is full color throughout. The
book is unique in that it has two front covers,
one for the U.S. side and one for the Canadian
side. Halfway through, readers flip the book
over and start again from the other side.
Published by Keokee Books of Sandpoint, Idaho,
Selkirks
Spectacular (ISBN 978-1-879628-44-1)
gives a nod to the multinational nature of the
International Selkirk Loop with contributors
from both countries.
For more information on the book publication
party events, contact Bonners Books,
208-267-2622, or Nelson Public Library,
250-352-6333. |
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