Boise is... A city nestled along the river where the desert softly meets the Rocky Mountains. ’s capital is a small city with a big heart and a hometown feeling.

Idaho Steelheads Hockey Public Golf Courses Be a part of the excitement at an Idaho The Boise area has over 22 public golf Steelheads hockey game in the CenturyLink courses that are located in the lush foothills Arena, located in the Grove Hotel. Group seats of the Boise Valley or along the banks of available. Fans enjoy being part of the action the Boise River. within the 5,000-seat arena. Slap shots, www.boise.org hat tricks and more! www.idahosteelheads.com Warhawk Air Museum

Fall Activities Fall The mission of the museum is to teach Basque Museum & Cultural Center and preserve history from the homefront Only one block from the convention center, to the warfront and aviation history from the this unique attraction provides a look into the advent of flight though the space age. The heritage of the Basque communities of Idaho. museum takes you through an educational Tour the Cyrus Jacobs-Uberuaga Boarding experience of the technology, culture and House, one of the few remaining in the west. social changes that have occurred in North www.basquemuseum.com America since WWII. www.warhawkairmuseum.org

Bruneau Sand Dunes State Park Fly Fishing the Boise River The tallest single-structured sand dune in Trout, rainbow, steelhead and whitefish are North America 470 feet above small lakes plentiful and waiting to be caught. Idaho is in the high desert south of Mountain Home. famous for its fishing. Activities include fishing, hiking, camping, www.fishidaho.org bird watching and viewing the stars at Idaho’s only public observatory. Greenbelt/Boise River www.parksandrecreation.idaho.gov The Boise River Greenbelt stretches 25 miles along the Boise River providing a place for Old Idaho Penitentiary fishing, biking, roller blading, jogging or a Only five minutes from leisurely stroll. Bicycles are available for rent at and adjacent to the Idaho Botanical Gardens. a variety of bike shops. Visitors can experience over 100 years of www.cityofboise.org/parks Idaho’s unique prison history. www.history.idaho.gov/old-idaho-penitentiary

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Boise’s Downtown Museums First Thursday In Julia Davis Park, visitors will find a row First Thursday takes place on the first of Boise’s museums including: Boise Art Thursday of each month throughout Museum, Idaho Historical Museum, downtown Boise. The event takes place from Idaho Black History Museum and the Idaho 5:00pm – 9:00pm and focuses on providing Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial, all within downtown visitors the chance to stroll through walking distance of downtown Boise. the unique shops and galleries in downtown www.boise.org while enjoying in-store entertainment and special events. The Downtown Boise Southwest Wine Region Association provides a special event map and schedule for the evening. The history of Idaho wines dates back to 1864 www.downtownboise.org when the first grapes were planted. A perfect combination of soil, climate and water, Idaho is home to more than 50 wineries to explore. www.idahowines.org

Idaho Botanical Garden The Idaho Botanical Garden is a living museum, Trail Rides/Backpacking which provides visitors with a stimulating Idaho’s outfitters and guides offer trail rides and kaleidoscopic experience in nature. The and backpacking trips into just about every garden’s 33 acres were originally part of the corner of the state. Often combined with Old Idaho State Penitentiary. fishing, river running or hunting – whatever www.idahobotanicalgarden.org activity you choose, you will have the opportunity to explore spectacular scenery. www.ioga.org Idaho State Capitol In the heart of downtown, Idaho’s State Capitol is one of the state’s most treasured buildings Boise State Football modeled after the nation’s capitol and the only Fall in Boise is a great time to take in a Boise one in the U.S. heated by geothermal water. State Football game. All games are held at The building is open 24/7 and has unique Idaho , home of the famous blue gifts located in the Gift Shop. turf. For a complete game schedule and to www.capitolcommission.idaho.gov purchase tickets, visit www.broncosports.com.

World Center for Birds of Prey Visitors can enjoy live bird presentations and guided tours, getting nose to beak! Explore the world of raptors through interactive displays and multi-media shows. There is something fun for all ages! www.peregrinefund.org

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