I was in Idaho Falls for a few nights not too long ago. Had no idea world-class stargazing was possible 40 or 50 miles away, or I would’ve been out there checking it out! Been looking for a place with good seeing where my wife and I could retire and I could build a little observatory. Sounds like I should start my search there.
What a dream of a goal! Really hope you get it built someday. Ground a telescope mirror when I was 16. Still remember Albireo. Took my breath away.