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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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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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