Boise Foothills Hike: Gulch, Watchman, Three Bears Loop
While hiking this trail, I kept getting little surprises that makes this one of my new favorite trails in the Boise Foothills. This trail combines three segments for a […]
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Bruneau Sand Dunes State Park
Bruneau Dunes brings back memories of a cold middle-school field trip where the wind blasted sand against my skin while I used a piece of cardboard to “sled” down the […]
Table Rock Sunset and Moon Hike
The sun was setting and I knew there would be a full moon, so I hopped in my car and drove to the Old Penitentiary parking lot and set off on […]
McCall: Grass Mountain Lakes
This trail has some wonderful mountain scenes, a few meadows, wildflowers, and leads to two lakes. 3.8 miles out-and-back. 750 feet elevation gain. Grass Mountain Lakes Trailhead: Off of Mountain-Goose […]
McCall: Granite Mountain Rewards
Last weekend I hiked to the top of Granite Mountain. I went with a friend who has a persistent interest in summiting mountains. Why? The views are always astounding. 5.6 […]
Fireworks at Ann Morrison
Before the fireworks at Ann Morrison Park, I asked my friends what they liked about America on the 4th. “Large.” “National Parks.” “Not a war zone.” “Inexpensive goods.” “Comparative freedom […]
Boise Farmers Market
I have always loved the Boise Farmers Market, but I’m cheap. “$8 for a pint of berries? No thank you.” “Sure I’ll try your BBQ sauce. Oh, it’s $12 for […]
Boise Summer Solstice 2013
My pagan friend convinced me to watch the Summer Solstice sunrise. Call it Solstice, Midsummer, Adonia, or just really freaking early, I’m lucky to have witnessed the beginning of such […]
