| Bogus Creek Outfitters Visit |
208-336-3130 |
| A real western adventure, these outfitters
feature horseback riding and wagon rides with chuck wagon
meals. |
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| Boise Greenbelt Visit |
208-384-4240 |
| On this unique trail system connecting the
city's network of parks, you can jog, skate, cycle, or
walk along more than 25 miles of paved pathways following
the Boise River through the heart of the city. |
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| Basque Museum and Cultural Center |
208-343-2671 |
| Exhibits feature Basque traditions, artifacts
and culture. Next door, an original Basque boarding house
brings to life the history of Basques in Idaho |
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| Boise Depot |
208-384-4014 |
| This stately structure was built by Union
Pacific Railroad in 1925 during the glory years of rail
transport. Immersed in the beauty of the Platt Gardens,
the Depot offers a wonderful view of Boise's downtown backed
by scenic foothills. |
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| Boise River |
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| Cast a fly or lure in the Boise River as
it runs through the heart of town. In the summer enjoy
a cooling float from Barber Park to Ann Morrison Park. |
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| Boise River Tours |
208-333-0003 |
| Educational and recreational river rafting.
Tours are available June through September. |
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| Discovery Center of Idaho |
208-343-9895 |
| With over 150 hands-on scientific exhibits
to explore, experience, and enjoy, this museum makes learning
fun for the whole family. Located in Julia Davis Park. |
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| Downtown Boise |
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| Historic buildings in the downtown area showcase
Boise's pioneer roots, such as Old Boise and 8th Street
Marketplace. The Grove, the city's public plaza, is the
site of many community activities, including "Alive
After Five," a weekly program of music and entertainment
during the spring and summer months. |
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| Idaho Black History Museum |
208-433-0017 |
| A showplace of historical photos, crafts,
and other artifacts, reflecting Black culture in Idaho's
diverse heritage |
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| Idaho Botanical Garden |
208-343-8649 |
| Features an ever-changing world of theme
and display gardens. |
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| Idaho Historical Museum |
208-334-2120 |
| Step back 100 years and visit an Old West
saloon, Chinese medicine shop and blacksmith's forge. Located
in Julia Davis Park. |
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| Idaho Ice World |
208-331-0044 |
| Public ice skating sessions run daily for
all levels of skaters. Rental skates available. |
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| Idaho Museum of Military History |
208-422-6128 |
| This museum features Idaho naval history,
the development of Gowen Field and the General Patch collection |
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| Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology |
208-368-9876 |
| Follow in the steps of miners as they rushed
to Idaho's hills and fought each other in pursuit of gold
and silver. |
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| M-K Nature Center |
208-368-6060 |
| An indoor/outdoor facility, the Center features
the life of a mountain stream, with underwater viewing,
interpretive signs and interactive exhibits. |
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| Old Idaho Penitentiary |
208-368-6080 |
| Take a fascinating peek into the lives of
Idaho's historic criminals. A self-guided tour includes
Death Row, cell houses, and exhibits on early prisoners
and prison life. |
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| World Center for Birds of Prey |
208-362-8687 |
| Located south of Boise, this renowned facility
gives visitors insight into the actual working process
of saving endangered species of hawks, falcons, eagles,
and other birds of prey. |
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Boise Metro Economic Develop.
Council
"We provide critical information at key points in
the business expansion, location and start-up processes"
The Boise Metro Economic Development Council (BMEDC) is the separately
funded economic development division of the Boise Metro Chamber
of Commerce. With the long-term mission of creating jobs, encouraging
investment in the community, and maintaining a balanced quality
of life, the BMEDC is actively involved in the economic vitality
of the Boise metropolitan area and the Treasure Valley.
What do we do? The BMEDC provides critical information at key points
in the business expansion, location and start-up processes.
Regional
Information: We represent the ACE Communities
- Ada, Canyon and Elmore counties as a primary
contact for economic development within the
region.
Site Location: We offer many services to businesses considering
location or expansion within the area including arranging and hosting
site visits; determining available labor and rates; utility costs
and addressing many other special requirements business prospects
may have.
Business
Retention and Expansion: We provide
assistance to both existing businesses and
start-up businesses in the Boise metropolitan
area, providing data for business plans and
helping with special problems, and state and
local regulations.
International
Business: We co-host seminars
and maintain relationships with international
service providers and many consular
offices in the western United States
in order to offer assistance to area
businesses interested in selling their
goods and services in the global marketplace.
Venture
Capital: We
sponsor an Annual
Venture Capital
Investor's Forum
and bring together
entrepreneurs,
angel investors
and service providers
throughout the
year.
Area
Demographics: We
gather statistical
information about
the Boise metropolitan
statistical area.
About Ada County
It was French Canadian fur trappers that
gave Boise its name in the very early 1800's.
Traveling through the high desert terrain,
they came upon the valley, "Les Boise!" they
exclaimed: "The Trees!" Ada County
was established as part of the Idaho Territory
in 1864 with Boise as its county seat.
In 1890, Idaho was admitted as the 43rd state,
and the City of Boise was chosen as its capital.
Boise has aptly become the premier city in
the state leading in population, manufacturing,
retailing and quality of life. Ada County prospers
through Boise's strengths, as does the other
cities in the metropolitan statistical area:
Eagle, Garden City, Kuna, Meridian and the
adjoining counties of Canyon and Elmore.
Men with a vision made Ada County a corporate landmark. Men like
C.W. Moore whose general store has evolved into US Bancorp. W.H.
Morrison, and M.H. Knudsen, founders of the Morrison-Knudsen Corporation,
now the global engineering and construction company Washington
Group International; J.R. Simplot who started the Simplot Corporation
and made Idaho famous for its potatoes; and Joe Albertson, who
dream of food distributing netted one of American's largest and
fastest growing chains of supermarkets. The list is long, Micron
Technology, Inc. Hewlett-Packard, Boise Cascade Corporation, T.J.
International, PRECO, Inc., and SCP Global Technologies. The pioneering,
entrepreneurial spirit is nurtured here.
People are drawn to the Boise Valley from all over the world. Many
come having never heard of Boise before; but once here, they often
stay, or return with their families. The city and the surrounding
area are captivating with their natural beauty, mild welcoming
climate, and tradition of friendliness.
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