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Pocatello is what someone might call a tight-knit community. The Pocatello people are just that—Pocatello people. They have grown up here, graduated from high school, and remained here. It is an old town. There is actually part of the city called “Old-Town Pocatello,” with boutiques and old street lights, but the people are sure proud of it. The city motto has been known as “Proud to be Pocatello.” This atmosphere definitely spills over onto the campus, giving it a community feel. Due to the surrounding towns, the Pocatello area does offer a wide variety of activities and fun for students including hiking, hunting, camping, snowmobiling and boating all within a two-hour drive. The only problem is that there is not a lot to do without driving half an hour or more. In-town choices are limited to bowling, roller-skating, and going to the movies. The Pocatello city council has set a high business standard—and cost to build here—with hopes to bring better businesses. Instead, businesses do not come. This makes Pocatello an old town with not a lot of change. On the other hand, the Chubbuck area, a suburb of Pocatello, is growing dramatically, with many new retail stores. So growth could be coming, and it will definitely affect college life for students.

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Tevans23

Occupational Therapy '12

3.5

B

Not a Whole Lot

Pocatello does not have a lot to do. There is three movie theatres, and a couple bars. The university is the main attraction for this city. There is a lot of travel through Pocatello because it is on the way to major attractions like Yellowstone, Jackson Hole, WY, and Glacier National Park. Also, it goes to our state capital Boise and Salt Lake City, as well. Students are the majority of the population here. The university is tries to diversify within their activities and has sporting events often. They also hold many activities in our Holt Arena.

Mar 12, 2012

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korystrash

Public Health '13

3.8

B+

Outdoors

Small town with lots to do out side. Great local atmosphere in pocatello. The outdoor activities are endless with mountains close by. Activities include mountain biking, skiing, water sports, snow shoeing, xc skiing, hiking, backpacking, climbing, camping, horse back riding, and just being outside not studying is great here.

Mar 05, 2012

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tomikass

Anthropology and Archaeology '14

1.9

C-

Pocatello

Good for those that enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, and anything like that. Not much else to do in this town. Safe Town, not much happens here.

Feb 23, 2012

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