Freedom of lifestyle is perhaps the driving force.
Freedom to get outdoors, work from wherever, connect to work and friends far afield, embrace recreation, small town living, and larger city entertainment.
Variety, professionalism, neighborly contacts, and a bit less intensity can be found.
There seems to be an emphasis on connection with the stunning natural environment–hunting, fishing, farming, gardening, hiking and climbing, water sports, bike sports, and air sports.
From a historical perspective, the area is ancient, and notably unique geologically.
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