The straw bales on the trees are used to protect people who are sledding. Although there is no snow yet, when it does come, people will flock to Camel's Back to sled.
Boise Parks and Recreation implemented a number of signs across parks, like Kathryn Albertson Park, to help people enjoy the beauty of the outdoors, without hurting any wildlife.
Did you know Idaho has a 9/11 memorial that incorporates a piece of the fallen World Trade Center? It's located at Idaho Fallen Firefighters Memorial Park in Boise.