IDAHO OUTDOOR ASSOCIATION

Dec 18, 2012, at 6:00 PM: General meeting and Holiday Party. The festivities will begin at 6:30 with hors doeuvres provided. Those who are so inclined, are welcome to bring additional treats and beverages of their choice. At 7:30, two local bands, Idle Chatter and The Riled, will entertain us with their acoustic alternative rock musings. Both bands feature an IOA member. Other musicians are welcome, and encouraged, to play a couple of songs for us. There will also be a stereo system set up for our non-musician friends to share some of their favorite CD's. Bring whatever you like!

Dec 16, 2012, at 10:00 AM: Dayhike at the Hulls Gulch National Recreation Trail. We will meet at the IOA Hall at 10:00 AM, then caravan to the trailhead, which is located just a short drive from downtown Boise. The general public are welcome to join us on this excellent hike. The round-trip distance is 6.8 miles, but some might opt to turn back sooner for an easier outing. Dress warm and in layers. Be prepared for the possibility of cold temps and snow.

Nov 13, 2012 at 7:00 PM: General Meeting. Local author Sandy Epeldi will do a presentation about his brand new book, "Boise Backcountry Adventures". The presentation will feature photos taken from the trail during the course of "researching" the book, as well as some tips for hiking in the Boise region. Afterwards there will be a signing, and for those who are interested, books available for purchase.

Oct 9, 2012 at 7:00 PM: General Meeting. We will recap our weekend at Burgdorf, and other outings. Everyone is encouraged to share photos and tall tales from their summer adventures. Bring your photos on a thumb drive.

July 27-29, 2012: Join us for a weekend of fun and adventure at Burgdorf Hot Springs! Activities will include a day hike into Loon Lake, where we will visit a WWII B-23 bomber crash site. Of course there will also be swimming in a natural hot pool and other fun outdoor things to do. Lodging options include cabin rentals, campsites, and RV sites (http://burgdorfhotsprings.com). Those who would like to stay in a cabin should make their reservation ASAP by calling (208) 636-3036. Let us know if you plan to attend so we can all find each other for group activities. Hope to see you there!

May 8, 2012 at 6:30 PM: Final general meeting of the season. This will be a pizza party/potluck. Please bring a salad or dessert. We will have an open mic so our members and friends can entertain us with their musical talent. Bring a musical instrument regardless of ability, and have some fun. The festivities begin at 6:30PM. Hope to see you there!

April 10, 2012 at 7:00 PM: General Meeting. Guest speaker Max Burke will present, "A Photographic Journey into Idaho History". Max has been volunteering doing photo scanning for the Idaho State Historical Society for six plus years. He has prepared a digital projected program that will show you what the Idaho of Yesteryear was like. Subjects will be diversified and numerous, including old buildings, towns, people, transportation and much more. Emphasis will be on Boise and the surrounding valley. All pictures are from the archives of the Idaho Historical Society. The program will conclude with a short show featuring Max's pictures taken during the recent Idaho Outdoor Association hike down the Snake River. All persons on that trip will appear in this final part of Max's program. You won't want to miss this opportunity to see these photographs.

March 13, 2012 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Guest speaker Matt Giovanni, PH. D., will present "An introduction to the Peregrine Fund's new citizen science initiative: The American Kestrel Partnership". American Kestrel populations are experiencing long-term declines in North America, and existing data are insufficient for understanding the causes. The American Kestrel Partnership is an international research network designed to generate data, models, and conservation plans for kestrel habitat and populations at large spatial scales. The Partnership unites the data-generating capacity of citizen scientists with the data-analysis expertise of professional scientists by promoting research collaboration among citizen scientists, universities, government agencies, conservation organizations, schools, and businesses. The Partnership also fosters long-term conservation values and appreciation of science by engaging the public with hands-on research experiences. This presentation will share details about the Partnership and explain how you can participate in this exciting research and conservation initiative. There's a very good possibility that Matt will bring a trained kestrel for the audience to enjoy.

Feb 21, 2012 at 7:00 PM:    Join us for an IOA openhouse. The festivities will be Mardi Gras themed and guests are welcome to dress the part. Delicious food will be served including: red beans and rice, King cake, spinach balls, crab dip, deviled eggs and Hurricane punch. If punch isn't your thing, feel free to bring beverages of your choice. Everyone is encouraged to bring friends. Also, the IOA plans to engage in some outdoor stewardship projects in the near future. We would really like to hear from our members and friends regarding any ideas for projects to consider. If you, or anyone you know, would like to become directly involved in such projects, please consider joining our organization. Frankly, the more members we have, the more we can accomplish.

Feb 11, 2012:    Dayhike at the River Canyon Trail in the Snake River Canyon. We will meet at the IOA Hall at 9:30 AM, then caravan to the trailhead. Along the way, we will make a stop at the northeast end of the Lowe's Meridian parking lot (9:50 AM), where west valley residents can join us. The drive will take roughly one hour. The hike is a relatively easy 3.4 mile round-trip outing. The trail is located in the heart of the Snake River Birds of Prey Area, which is home to one of the densest populations of nesting raptors in the world. Bring your binoculars! Our destination will be an abandoned basalt-stone cabin that is a remnant of an old gold mining community. Author Cort Conley tells the story of one of the residents of this former community, Doc Hisom, in his book, "Idaho Loners".  Be sure to bring extra layers of warm clothes, water and a lunch.  For more info email: boiseclimbs@msn.com

Jan 10, 2012 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Local author Rae Ann Norell will present, "Kayaking Idaho�s Whitewater with David Norell & Friends". This presentation will feature video and narrative showcasing whitewater kayaking in Idaho, as well as other locations including Costa Rica, Philippines, Canada, West Virginia, etc. The video was filmed by David Norell, and friends. Also featured will be Urban Kayaking: an alternative to kayaking in the winter in Idaho when water is low, and temperatures are below freezing. Rae Ann will also talk about her recently published book, "Broke Hungry & Happy: The Life of Dangerous Dave Norell", which chronicles the ten years of kayaking and other adventures that her son David experienced. There will be a book signing and books available, for those interested.

Dec 30, 2011 at 9:30 AM:    New Year's Eve hike to Jump Creek Icefall. We will meet at the IOA Hall, then caravan to the trailhead. The hike is an easy 0.4 mile round-trip outing. Those interested in a more challenging trek can join us for a later hike, either into Jump Creek Canyon or to the Poison Creek Waterfall. Be sure to bundle up for the icy cold weather! Anyone interested is welcome to join us. For more info email: sandy@boiseclimbs.com

Dec 13, 2011 at 6:00 PM:   General Meeting with board elections. The meeting will be followed, at 6:45, by our annual Holiday Party. Two local bands, Idle Chatter and The Riled, will entertain us with their acoustic alternative rock musings. Both bands feature an IOA member. Limited hors doeuvres will be provided. Feel free to bring an additional treat, if so inclined.

Nov 8, 2011 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Mike Needham, the founder and organizer of the online meetup group, Boise Trail Heads, will discuss the various outdoor recreation events the group hosts. These include hiking, biking, kayaking, climbing, and snowshoeing.

Oct 30, 2011 at 9:30 AM:    Reynolds Creek Canyon Hike. We will meet at the IOA Hall, then caravan to the trailhead. The hike is 3.4 miles long and moderate in difficulty. High-clearance vehicles are recommended. For more info email: sandy@boiseclimbs.com

Oct 11, 2011 at 7:00PM:    General Meeting. We will recap our summer outing at Grandjean. Everyone is encouraged to share their photos and tall tales. Bring photos on a thumb drive.

Oct 7, 2011 from 10:00 AM to Noon:     IOA work day. Come prepared to paint.

July 29-31, 2011:    Join us for a weekend at Grandjean. Located on the edge of the Sawtooth Wilderness Area, Grandjean offers many great activities including: hiking, horseback riding, fishing, swimming in a natural hot pool, and hotspringing. Lodging options include cabin rentals and RV sites at Sawtooth Lodge http://www.sawtoothlodge.com/. For those who enjoy "roughing it", there are campsites at the lodge and also a mile further up the road at Grandjean Campground. The cabins get booked very quickly, be sure to make reservations ASAP (tell them you're with the IOA group). Let us know if you plan to attend so we can all find each other for group activities. Hope to see you there!

July 6, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 PM:    IOA monthly work day to spruce up the IOA Hall and grounds. We will mostly focus on cleaning up the grounds, weed removal and such. Bring yard maintenance tools, rakes, pruners, etc.

June 1, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 PM:    IOA monthly work day to spruce up the IOA Hall and grounds. We will mostly focus on cleaning up the grounds, weed removal and such. Bring yard maintenance tools, rakes, pruners, etc.

May 10, 2011 at 6:00 PM:    Final general meeting of the season. We will have a pizza party/potluck. Please bring a salad or dessert. The festivities begin at 6:00PM. Hope to see you there!

May 4, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 PM:    IOA monthly work day to spruce up the IOA Hall and grounds. We will mostly focus on cleaning up the grounds, weed removal and such. Bring yard maintenance tools, rakes, pruners, etc.

April 12, 2011 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. We'll try this again. Local guidebook author Sandy Epeldi will present, "Rock Climbing in the Boise Region".

March 8, 2011 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. We will have a screening of the Green Fire Films documentary, "Lords of Nature", courtesy of Western Watersheds Project. This film explores the role of top predators in North American ecosystems.

Feb 8, 2011 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Local guidebook author Sandy Epeldi will present, "Rock Climbing in the Boise Region". Cancelled

Jan 11, 2011 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Our special guest will be John Peterson of the Peterson Sheep Company. John will discuss the ins and outs of Idaho sheep ranching including the seasonal migration of the livestock, and those who tend to them, between the lowlands and adjacent mountains.

Dec 14, 2010 at 6:00 PM:   Holiday Banquet. Please bring a desert or hors d'oeuvres. IOA will provide the main course.

Nov 16, 2010 at 7:00 PM:   Game Night

Nov 9, 2010 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Local salmon expert Tom McGrath will present, "Idaho Salmon: Their Challenges and our Choices".

Oct 12, 2010 at 7:00PM:    General Meeting. John Caywood, Ada County Open Space and Trail Coordinator, will give a presentation about County Parks programs and visions for the future.

May 11, 2010 at 6:00 PM:    Final general meeting of the season will be our annual end-of-season feast. We will have a barbecue/potluck. We hope to have live music as well. The festivities begin at 6:00PM. Hope to see you there!

May 1, 2010 at 9:00 AM:    IOA Spring annual work day to spruce up the IOA Hall and grounds. We will mostly focus on cleaning up the grounds, weed removal and such. Bring yard maintenance tools, rakes, pruners, etc.

April 13, 2010 at 7:00 PM:    Recently, a critical big game wintering area near Boise, known as Hammer Flat, was spared the construction of a 1,350 unit planned community. The long struggle to save this very special place was spearheaded by Anthony Jones and his organization, SaveThePlateau.org. Mr. Jones will give us a presentation about Hammer Flat and how it was saved and placed under the protection of the Boise River Wildlife Management Area. This was a huge victory for local conservation! Ed Bottums, who oversees the BRWMA for the Idaho Fish and Game Department, might also drop by to talk about the area's resident wildlife.

Mar 9, 2010 at 7:00 PM:    Photographer Dave Kesner Returns with his 3D photography, featuring caves. General Meeting. Discussion of financing continued work on the hall to be discussed. Please come!

Feb 16, 2010 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. IOA's resident writer Sandy Epeldi will preview his latest work, "Exploring Boise's Backcountry" and discuss the Endless Trail Book Project.

Jan 12, 2010 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Brian Ertz from the Western Watersheds Project talks about, "The Unequivocal Removal of Livestock from Public Lands".

Dec 8, 2009 at 6:00 PM:   Christmas Potluck. IOA will provide the main course, and everyone is requested to being a dish to share.

Nov 10, 2009 at 7:00 PM:   General Meeting. Wildlife biologist Brian Fedigan will present a program about the grizzly bears of Alaska's McNeil River Sanctuary.

Oct 20, 2009 at 7:00 PM:   Game Night

Oct 13, 2009 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Geologist Lois McDonald will present, "Three Point Nine Billion Years of Idaho Geology in 50 Minutes".

May 12, 2009 at 6:00 PM:    Potluck Dinner and General Meeting. Photographer Dan Smith will present "The Canadian Rockies", a slide show presentation.

May 9, 2008 at 9:00 AM:    The Annual IOA Cleanup. Bring rakes, shovels, pruners, etc.

April 24-26, 2009:    Campout at the Bruneau Sand Dunes. Campsite reservations are due by April 17. Contact Frank Burke for details.

April 21, 2009 at 7:00 PM:    Game Night

April 14, 2009 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Photographer Dave Kesner will present, "Idaho in the 3rd Dimension", a 3D photography slide show.

March 17, 2009 at 7:00 PM:    Game Night

March 10, 2009 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Dave Wike, a volunteer with the Idaho Bird Observatory will give a presentation. Also, Kathy Rosenkrantz will present a proposal for possible future outdoor related projects and activities.

Feb 10, 2009 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. No presentation.

Jan 20, 2009 at 7:00 PM:    Game Night

Jan 13, 2009 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Sandy Epeldi will make a presentation about this website.

Dec 9, 2008 at 6:00 PM:    General Meeting and potluck dinner.

Nov 11, 2008 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Cathy Bourner and Diane Norton will speak about the proposed interactive website, Links to Nature.

Oct 14, 2008 at 6:00 PM:    Potluck Dinner and General Meeting. Bob Narus will present a program on fire safety and interagency fire prevention on public lands.

May 13, 2008 at 6:00 PM:    Potluck Dinner and General Meeting.

May 10, 2008 at 9:00 AM:    The Annual IOA Cleanup. Bring rakes, shovels, pruners, etc.

April 19, 2008:    Campout at the Bruneau Sand Dunes. Contact Frank Burke for details.

April 15, 2008 at 7:00 PM:    Game Night

April 8, 2008 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. A representative of the Nature Conservancy will present a program.

March 11, 2008 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Connie Bunch will present a program about the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Feb 19, 2008 at 7:00 PM:    Game Night

Feb 12, 2008 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting.   A video, "The Nature of Earth/ Yellowstone Park Caldera", will be presented.

Jan 20, 2008 at 1:00 PM:    Jump Creek Icefall Hike. We will meet at the Jump Creek Trailhead which is located about an hour drive from Boise near Marsing. To get there take I84 to Nampa. Access Hwy 55 and follow it to Marsing. Continue a couple of miles past Marsing to a left-hand turn onto Hwy95. Proceed about two and a half miles on Hwy95 to Poisen Creek Rd. Turn right on Poison Creek Rd and proceed four or five miles to a turn off to Jump Creek Canyon-- You will see the entrance of the canyon at this point which is where the trailhead is. Pack water, food and any other personal items you might need for a short day hike. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Anyone interested is welcome to join us.  For additional info email boiseclimbs@msn.com. Cancelled due to snowy road conditions

Jan 15, 2008 at 7:00 PM:    Game Night

Jan 8, 2008 at 7:00 PM:    General Meeting. Cancelled due to weather

Dec 16, 2007 at 1:00 PM    River Canyon Trail Hike. We will meet at the River Canyon Trailhead which is located about an hour drive from Boise near Swan Falls Dam. From Kuna drive south on Swan Falls Rd to Swan Falls Dam. At the dam turn right (down river) and drive another 4 miles to the end of the road where the trail begins. Pack water, food and any other personal items you might need for a day hike. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Anyone interested is welcome to join us.  For additional info email boiseclimbs@msn.com.

Dec 11, 2007 at 6:00 PM:    General Meeting and potluck dinner. The Bluegrass Association will provide entertainment

Dec 4, 2007 at 7:00 PM:    Game Night.

Nov 18, 2007 at 2:00 PM:    Turner Gulch Hike. We will meet at the Turner Gulch parking area at Lucky Peak Reservoir. Pack water, food and any other personal items you might need for a relatively short day hike. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Anyone interested is welcome to join us.

Nov 13, 2007 at 7:00 PM:     General Meeting. Margaret Beamer will present a program about the Oregon Trail.

Nov 6, 2007 at 6:00 PM:     Game Night.

Oct 9, 2007 at 7:30 PM:    General Meeting. Mario Delisio will present a program about the Bruneau Sand Dunes.

May 12, 2007 at 10:00 AM:    The Annual IOA Cleanup. Bring rakes, shovels & pruners.

May 4, 2007 at 6:30 PM:    The IOA Ladies Appreciation Night Dinner. Doors open at 6:00 PM.

April 10, 2007 at 7:30 PM:    General Meeting. A representative of the AARP will present a program.

March 13, 2007 at 7:30 PM:    General Meeting. The National Weather Service will present a program.

Feb 13, 2007 at 7:30 PM:    General Meeting. The Idaho Conservation League is scheduled to present a program.

Jan 9, 2007 at 7:30 PM:    General Meeting

Nov 14, 2006 at 7:30 PM:    Eric Reynolds, a NIFC smokejumper, will present a program.

Oct 10, 2006 at 6:30 PM:    Fall season opening general meeting with a potluck at the IOA Hall. The Bluegrass Association will provide entertainment for the evening.

May 6, 2006 at 10:00 AM:    The Annual IOA Cleanup. Bring rakes, shovels & pruners.

May 9, 2006 at 1:30 PM:    Tour of the National Interagency Fire Center. We will meet at the IOA Hall and then proceed to the Fire Center.

May19-21:    The Bluegrass Association will have a 3 day "jam session" at Three Island State Park in Glens Ferry, ID. IOA members are welcome to attend.