Boise River Outdoor Opportunities is entering their fourth year of running guided raft trips down the Boise River on stretches from Barber Park to Caldwell.
This outfitter provides the necessary safety equipment, fits people for personal flotation devices and runs a shuttle. All you have to do is book a trip, show up and you can do it without even leaving town.
“The Boise River is like the heart of Boise, so going through it and seeing it from the river perspective is really unique,” said owner Adam Bass. “It is a really good intro to rafting.”
Boise River Outdoor Opportunities also does a class III stretch on the Snake River near Hagerman, but the Boise River gives people a chance to try rafting before they hit some of the bigger rivers in Idaho.
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“I think this is going to be a nice, easygoing float and I feel safe with all of the equipment they gave us,” said Mike Lanz — the 75-year-old visiting from San Diego had his first whitewater rafting experience with his wife. “It was really close and that’s another reason why she picked them, we didn’t have to go on a long drive to get on the boats so it worked out really great.”
Boise River Outdoor Opportunities took Mike and his wife down through the Boise Whitewater Park. Earlier this week officials and us warned people to be careful around Idaho rivers, but I also explained that the safest way to enjoy the river is by going with an experienced guide.
“The Boise River is a really fun river to go on, you just want to be prepared to go on it,” said Bass. “Those calls to be safe on the river are legitimate, but we, as a licensed outfitter with the state of Idaho, are here to provide a positive experience for you.”
ARCO, Idaho (AP) — Two crop dusting airplanes collided near an airport in southern Idaho on Thursday and crashed to the ground, killing one of the pilots and leaving the other with life-threatening injuries, officials said.
The crash was reported at about 12:30 p.m. in an area covered by sage and grass near the airport in Arco, the Butte County Sheriff’s Office said.
Arco is about 70 miles (113 kilometers) west of Idaho Falls.
The National Transportation Safety Board and the Federal Aviation Administration were notified about the crash and the cause is under investigation, the sheriff’s office said.
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The names of the pilots involved have been withheld until their families could be notified, officials said.
Free fun is a breath of fresh air when you’re a parent.
For Idaho parents, discovering free, wholesome activities for their kids during summer vacation feels like hitting the jackpot. With the cost of everything around us skyrocketing, these free opportunities are a delightful relief. It’s lovely to know that there are still places where families can enjoy themselves without breaking the bank.
Free summer fun is even cooler when it’s indoors!
These free activities are even more of a blessing when they’re available indoors. Idaho summers can be scorching, and finding ways to keep the kids cool while they play is a win-win.
Parents love indoor venues for a few big reasons:
They provide a much-needed respite from the Idaho heat (and boredom😉)!
They help our youngest Idahoans stay comfortable and in motion.
Parents know their children are safe from dangerous heat-related issues like dehydration, sunburns, and heat stroke.
Every Idaho child deserves access to safe & free fun.
Parents know indoor activities are great because they ensure our little ones and big ones remain active, even on the hottest days. From community centers that offer free sports and games to local libraries that host story hours, crafts, and clubs, Idaho is an inclusive haven for safe play and free fun.
Idaho bowling alleys are offering free fun for local families.
Ultimately, free, wholesome indoor at nine Gem State bowling alleys is a fun and cool solution for local families all summer long. It keeps kids entertained, active, and safe, all while helping parents manage their budgets. It’s also a reminder of how charitable and considerate Idaho businesses are.
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Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this potato market update June 18, 2024:
Markon First Crop (MFC) Burbank and Norkotah Potatoes are available in Idaho and Washington.
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Idaho
MFC Norkotah stocks will be depleted by late June; MFC Burbanks will be the sole variety for the remainder of the season
Supplies will run through mid- to late August
40- to 50-count supplies are extremely tight; six-week averages will be implemented for shipping large sizes through mid-August
Supply if ample for 80- through 120-count stocks
Washington
MFC Norkotah Potatoes continue to ship from storage
Supplies will run out in mid-July, pushing demand toward suppliers with remaining stocks
Profile is peaking on smaller sizes (90- through 120-count)
Colorado
Norkotahs will wrap up mid- to late August
Volume is plentiful for all sizes
Quality
Overall quality is good; air checks, pressure, and shoulder bruising will be seen sporadically in remaining storage supplies (both Norkotahs and Burbanks) from all growing regions
Air checks are tiny thumbnail like cracks that are caused by stress due to abrupt temperatures
Pressure and shoulder bruising (soft, external indents) results from constant contact with adjacent potatoes, or the floor, while raw product sits in storage piles
Please contact your Markon customer service representative for more information.
