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What's a more iconic duo than hot Idaho summer months and local ice cream? Our superb partners at Unbottled got the scoop on a complete list of ice cream shops in the Treasure Valley serving up delicious dairy treats. If ice cream isn't your thing, don't fret—we also added plenty of other options which serve all types of frozen treats. Check out the list below brought to you by Unbottled. They’ve compiled a list of shops from Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Nampa, ...
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Featured Image Pic Cred: Jason BuscemaNestled in the valley below the Sawtooth National Forest, Stanley is a popular recreation area for many Idahoans—and for good reason. The massive mountains, quality fishing holes, and multiple hiking trails appeal to our wild, nature-loving spirit. The allure of this rural mountain community has become an ever more popular vacation location for people all over the nation. With popularity comes a significant need for accommodations from the city of Stan...
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Did you know that Hells Canyon, at its deepest point, is over 1,000 feet deeper than the Grand Canyon? Reachable with ease thanks to the boats and crew at Hammer Down River Excursions, you can explore the Hells Canyon area in comfort. Our own journalist Mariah was lucky enough to experience the 7,993 ft deep canyons for herself and came back as an evangelist for Hammer Down. Keep reading to discover what to expect from your own tour with Hammer Down River Excursions.The Abundant and B...
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Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area is the Treasure Valley's premier non-profit outdoor recreation area. And while they may be well known for their winter skiing and snowboarding, the local non-profit has created equally exciting experiences for cool summer happenings. In addition to beating the valley summer heat, Bogus Basin belongs at the top of your list of places to visit this summer for breathtaking 360-degree views of the Treasure Valley. Keep scrolling to discover wh...
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Operating since 1994, the Capital City Public Market is one of the Treasure Valley's largest Saturday markets. In years past, the market has been known to take over the streets of downtown Boise and 34th street in Garden City. The open-air market and its 150+ local vendors will take the Grove Plaza.Here, you can browse stall after stall of local produce, art, and other specialty crafts and foods. Creating a model of sustainable e-commerce is the driving mission behind Capital City Publi...
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The Idaho wine industry is growing, much like the rest of the state. Vineyards have been maintained here since early settlement, and have astoundingly over 1,300 acres of grapes planted presently. One of the best ways to explore this incredible Idaho history and taste it for yourself is to book an excursion with Idaho Wine Tours!Your Wingmen to Idaho WineThe Idaho Wine Tours Buses have been running for over 8 years. As the oldest wine tour in the Treasure Valley, Idaho Wine Tours offer...
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Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area is the closest ski hill to Boise, just 16 miles from the mountain's base to the top. Now, as the winter season is in its final weeks, you don't need to fret. There will still be plenty of skiing, snowboarding, attractions and events throughout the warmer spring months. A unique feature of Bogus Basin is that they've been operating as a non-profit. Every dollar spent on lift tickets, attractions, lodging, and beer at the bar goes back into the...
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The Totally Boise team ranges from novice plant parents and seasoned plant owners; Franz Witte has been able to help us find everything we need. With spring in bloom, Franz Witte’s team shared five must-have plants that are not only affordable but easy to care for plants you need to purchase this spring! They are the perfect addition to your landscaping to give it that fresh, updated look without breaking the bank.Five Must-Have Spring 2023 Plants 1. Cyclamen Looking for a v...
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Springtime in the Treasure Valley means budding cherry blossoms, leaves returning to the trees, tulips, crocus, and hyacinths bursting from their snowy underground slumber and those beautiful rain showers. But for those of us who suffer from seasonal allergies, the coming season can leave us frantically looking for ways to alleviate symptoms. The Vervain Collective, a full-service apothecary and holistic healing resource, has shared with us a few tips on how to rid yourself of or manage tho...
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Southern Idaho has over 100 species of fish that can be found in our natural waterways with 39 of those being native to our lands. One of the best ways to get an up-close and personal experience with these stunning local inhabitants is by renting or buying your own fishing kayak with Alpenglow Mountainsport.As Boise’s premier paddlesport and outdoor retailer, Alpenglow Mountainsport has been outfitting adventurous Idahoans with the equipment and gear to explore the wild side of Idaho.As sp...
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Looking for a thrill? Or to experience the scenic landscape of the Snake and Salmon rivers? Hammer Down River Excursions is your next must-try Idaho experience! From exhilarating jet boat tours to all-day wanderings through Hells Canyon, you can sit back, take in the sites, and get a glimpse at one of Idaho’s most renown areas.Idaho has some world-class rivers and Hammer Down River Excursions' Owner Homer Brown and his team know how to get you deep into the Idaho canyons with ease. Usi...
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When we aren't working away at creating new seasonal mags, in-touch social content, or testing out the latest restaurants, the Totally Boise team loves to get out into the vast Idaho nature. With hiking trails almost quite literally in our backyards, a river in the heart of town, and mountains just a stone's throw away, we, too, try to take full advantage of everything this land has to offer.What better activity than a picnic with someone you care about - even if that means just me, myse...
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For Skye Hamilton, it all started with hydrangeas. Many Idahoans collectively agree that the ever beloved ball-shaped flowers that are popular in landscaping designs and floral arrangements are “not possible to grow in the Treasure Valley”. Hamilton has grown an Instagram following - *44.4k in a year - proving that theory wrong. On her platform, she shares how to plan, execute and maintain a vast variety of hydrangeas that are located right on her gorgeous Eagle, Idaho property.As we...
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Boise isn’t the official mountain biking capital of the world, but with over 150 dedicated trails to the downhill sport, it feels like it to us. If you have yet to get into the sport, or are looking at how to get your little ones on the hill, we reached out to local expert, Kim Cross. Cross is a local resident, published writer, and mountain bike enthusiast. I asked Cross how someone could get into mountain biking to enjoy the common Boise activity.Interview with Kim Cross on How to G...
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There’s a lot of fun activities that you can do together across the Treasure Valley. If they are the scientific type, the Discovery Center of Idaho is the place to learn. Nature loving kids will nerd out at the MK Nature Center as they look into real trout exhibits and try to spot the large sturgeon from the bridge. If laser tag, fast karts or big jumps are your kids' style, Wahooz Family Fun Zone, Altitude Jump Park and Fast Lane Indoor Kart Racing are all equipped with the gear to gi...
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