Boise Greenbelt Bikers, Hikers And Runners Beware
Spring has sprung and the weather is getting warmer and warmer every day. In Boise this means traffic on the Greenbelt is about increase exponentially. For some the Greenbelt can be used for super relaxing weekend strolls, for others this is a training ground and whether they re running or biking they move fast. I ve done both and frankly last season I couldn t help but notice how bad the asphalt and concrete had gotten. The amount of tree root damage, uneven pavement and cracked asphalt left me wondering how many people injured themselves while on the popular path. The good news is that Boise Parks and Recreation is set to replace 5 sections of the Greenbelt starting next month. This might create some inconvenience but it will be worth it in the end. Boise Greenbelt bikers, hikers and runners beware, Click here for the map.
Looking for a place to swim? Boise to open 4 pools this summer
Boise Parks and Recreations says some of its outdoor municipal pools will be open this summer with health and safety protocols in place.
Credit: Boise Parks and Recreation
File image of Ivywild Pool in Boise. Author: KTVB Staff Updated: 12:53 PM MDT April 5, 2021
BOISE, Idaho There is some good news for those looking for life to return to normal. The City of Boise announced Monday that it plans to open four outdoor pools this summer.
As COVID-19 cases continue to decline and the vaccine rollout expands, the the city will open some of its outdoor municipal pools this summer with health and safety protocols in place.
Memorial Proposed in Julia Davis Park to Honor Idaho Army National Guardsmen Lost in Black Hawk Crash
March 5, 2021
The City of Boise is proposing a new memorial in Julia Davis Park to honor the lives of three Idaho Army National Guardsmen who died last month. Chief Warrant Officer 4 Jesse Anderson, Chief Warrant Officer 3 George “Geoff” Laubhan, and Chief Warrant Officer 3 Matthew Peltzer tragically lost their lives in a Black Hawk crash during a routine training mission east of Boise. The new memorial will be located off the Boise River Greenbelt next to the river.
“The sudden loss of three fathers and servicemen from our community has affected many of our residents deeply,” said Mayor Lauren McLean. “This is a small way that we can honor their service to our city, state and country while creating a place of peace and reflection for all to visit.”
City seeks help naming new downtown Boise park
Boise is asking for submissions from the public for a new park being built at 11th and Bannock.
Credit: GGLO Author: KTVB Staff Updated: 9:23 PM MST March 2, 2021
BOISE, Idaho The City of Boise is asking for submissions from the public for a new park being built at 11th and Bannock.
The park, which is currently under construction, will feature green space lined with tree as well as art, seating, a pedestrian alley, public restrooms, and bike storage.
The yet-unnamed park was funded by Boise, Capital City Development Corporation (CCDC) and Eleven Eleven West Jefferson, LLC. According to the Department of Parks and Recreation, several potential names have already been submitted, but the city wants to give the public another chance to weigh in before a name is picked.
By: Karl Torp
OKLAHOMA CITY -
The fear of being injured or even killed remains at Oklahoma City parks thanks to October s historic ice storm.
The City just approved more money to get rid of those dangers before it’s too late.
“There s a term in forestry called the widow-maker. They would fall on the lumberjacks and foresters and unfortunately, kill them,” said Martin Nature Park Naturalist Will Hagenbuck.
Hagenbuck said half of the nature park’s two and half miles of trails are closed due to broken limbs still hanging in trees.
“They could come down next week, they could come down tomorrow or today, said Hagenbuck.