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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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One of my core memories from growing up, was flying down a snowy hill, laughing so hard my stomach hurt. Besides Christmas morning, this was my favorite time during the winter months. It’s that time of year again and I couldn’t be more excited!
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The well-known Boise music festival, Treefort Music Festival is coming back for it’s tenth annual event. Typically held in the later half of the month of March, the festival descends on the heart of downtown Boise and takes place in a variety of venues and one main stage. Along with hundreds of musical local, regional, national and international acts, the festival breaks into 11 different Forts, such Alefort, Hackfort, Dragfort, and others that bring more than just music to the event.With ...
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If you've got family coming to town for the holidays and you’re looking for the best ways to show them around the Valley, we’ve gathered up all the events, activities and restaurants that will be open on Christmas day. There is so much to see and do in Boise and the surrounding metro area, and there are many businesses opening their doors on the Christmas holiday to help you and yours get in the spirit. Keep reading to find out what’s happening near you...
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Have you heard about the Boise Christmas light tour? Grab your family, hop in the car and maybe stop for a hot chocolate before you get on the greatest map of Boise Christmas lights tour!
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After living in Boise for a while, it may be hard to think of new activities to try outside of your little bubble. Cue Josh Cormier of Weichert, Realtors® - Property Hunters! He is the perfect person to help you branch out to new communities. With his charismatic personality and extensive knowledge of the Boise Metro area, he is sure to help you find the perfect community for you —whether you’re looking to move or just spend some time exploring a new area.To kick off the winter s...
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Located at Eagle Island State Park, Gateway Parks is the perfect spot for all-day tubing. The snow is falling daily at Gateway Parks and every day you can bomb down one of their five professionally groomed tubing hills. Rain or shine, you can enjoy the slopes, but there’s so much more happening at Gateway Parks this winter. Keep reading to see what Gateway Parks has in store for the 2021/22 tubing season! First Step: Make a Reservation Gateway Parks thrives on reservations. This...
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A short 16.5-mile drive from Boise, the non-profit Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area is officially open and ready for another epic snow season! One of Boise's top year-round destinations, Bogus Basin is a winter hot spot for Idahoans and visitors.Here's some inspiration on how you can spend the day at Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area.Visit One Of The Three Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area Drink and Food SpotsIt's no surprise that when you think of winter in Boise, you go s...
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When the Idaho snow starts to fall, it’s time to break out the skis, snowboards, sleds, and more. Locally owned and operated sporting goods store, Play It Again Sports, has been Boise and Nampa’s resource for well-priced new and used gear for 20 years. But if you’re unfamiliar with the Play It Again shop, there may be a few burning questions you have. Like, how they operate, what gear you might find, or how you can make money selling your old sports equipment.Frequently Asked Q...
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A Staycation is a nice way to break up your weekly routine. There’s a lot to do in the Treasure Valley to still make you feel like you’re experiencing something new! Staycations are an emerging form of low-maintenance traveling where you can explore parts of the Treasure Valley that you wouldn’t normally seek out, or maybe, haven’t had the time to experience. With the Treasure Valley’s recent and historic growth, it’s not hard to be a tourist in Boise.Keep rea...
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The town of Stanley is excited to welcome and announce all of the thrilling snowy events and experiences waiting for you in Sawtooth Valley this winter. The residents and businesses in this small, idyllic mountain town would like to welcome the Treasure Valley to come to join them for a variety of enjoyable winter events and activities. The Stanley-Sawtooth Chamber of Commerce businesses like Sawtooth Traxx and Riverwear Rentals and Retail are here to show you just how easy it is to explore the ...
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The Ridge to Rivers organization has been working on constructing and maintaining our Treasure Valley trail systems and many more across the country for close to 70 years. What started in the 1940s as a desire to preserve the incredible hiking trails and natural landscape has turned into hours upon hours of careful conservations.Now, the entity is a close partnership between the City of Boise, Ada County, the Bureau of Land Management Four Rivers Field Office, Boise National Forest, and the Idah...
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Just under 40 miles away from the center of Boise, you can access Idaho City by Highway 21 heading East. Once you cross the bridge over the mighty Lucky Peak Reservoir, you’ll come into some of the most spectacular views within minutes of the Treasure Valley.
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Fall is here and we can't help but fall in love with Boise all over again! As the leaves start to turn colors and the weather cools down it's time to make your rounds and do all the fun fall things. At Totally Boise we love celebrating the change of seasons, but there is something special about fall that makes us so excited to be a part of the Boise community. Here are six fun ways to kick off fall 2021!
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