Place a bid and make a difference
The Bogus Bash online auction is the perfect chance to bid on amazing prizes while making a difference at your 501(c)(3) non-profit playground. Donations help fund mountain operations, free community programs, and capital improvement projects such as lodge remodels, installing new chairlifts, and more. Placing a bid during the Bogus Bash auction is more than just a chance to win an exciting item or unique experience — it’s an opportunity to support operations today, and invest in the mountain’s future.
The Bogus Bash online auction closes Sunday, October 5th at 9 pm (MST).
Support Non-Profit Recreation and Education
From scholarships to terrain expansion, your gift directly supports Bogus Basin’s mission. This Bogus Bash, make a donation and receive a special thank-you gift from us in appreciation of your support.
Auction Spotlight
Explore the incredible items up for bid and the community partners behind them.
Historic Coach and Bitterroot Chairlift Chairs
Last summer, Bogus Basin installed two brand-new quad chairlifts, replacing the historic Coach and Bitterroot Chairlifts. This Bogus Bash, two historic Bitterroot chairs and one original Coach chair are available – don’t miss this chance to bring a piece of Bogus Basin history home!
Check out our Repurposing Chairlifts Article for inspiration on what to do with a chair.
Morning Star Chairlift Banners
Put your family or business name on the back of a Morning Star chair this year! Custom banners are attached to the back of the chair throughout 2025/26 winter season, and are returned at the end of the summer 2026 season. Banners are limited, so get yours today!
Bogus Bash Special – Custom Stainless steel Cups
Don’t miss your chance to score this limited-edition set of two 16 oz Steelys Stainless Steel Cups — custom made for the 2025 Bogus Bash! Unbreakable and portable, they’re perfect for everything from backyard hangs to mountain adventures.
A Bogus Bash exclusive built to last!
Thank You Bogus Bash Donors!
Incredible auction prizes, donated from your favorite local businesses. Learn more about our generous donors, and check out their awesome auction experiences and prizes!
McU Sports – Polly Bemis Ranch Getaway
Did you know McU Sports once operated out of the Bogus Basin Rental Shop? Since 1972, this locally owned Idaho business has provided jobs, gear, and community support in Boise. John and B.J. Klotz helped grow McU into a cornerstone of the outdoor community, sponsoring teams, events, and local projects for decades. Today, B.J. continues that legacy — and has generously donated the unique Polly Bemis Ranch Getaway for Four experience!
Eco Lounge – Atomic Cloud 9 skis
Did you know that the classic EcoLounge A-frame was built by Bob Greenwood in 1965? Current owner, Mike Teschner, bought his first pair of ski boots from Mr. Greenwood himself!
For nearly 20 years, EcoLounge has been a trusted community resource, offering carefully chosen products they believe in, test, and use themselves. Their commitment extends to the environment too — in 2005 they earned Boise’s first environmental award for all-natural tuning practices, helping to protect local rivers and streams ever since.
This year, Eco Lounge generously donated a pair of Atomic Cloud C9 Revoshock Light skis WITH bindings to the Bogus Bash online auction.
Boise Contemporary Theater – A Season of Theater for two
Founded in 1997, Boise Contemporary Theater (BCT) is a non-profit professional theater dedicated to producing thought-provoking stories that inspire and connect the community. Honoring collaboration, respect, and creativity, BCT has earned numerous awards, including the Mayor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts.
Win two tickets to 3 Main Stage Performances for the 2025/26 season in the Bogus Bash 2025 online Auction!
Sauna Social Club – Private Sauna and Cold Plunge
In 2024, Sauna Social Club introduced a unique experience to the Treasure Valley — a space for people to share time in an unplugged setting. Inspired by thermic bathing traditions deeply rooted in Idahoan culture, Sauna Social Club is the only wood-fired mobile sauna in the Treasure Valley. Grab five of your friends and get ready to have fun and feel good with this generous donation!
Soldier Mountain – 2025/26 Season Pass
Soldier Mountain opened 78 years ago, built by locals with the mission of keeping skiing and snowboarding within reach for Idaho families. More than just turns on the slopes, they focus on creating lasting memories and connections with the mountain. Through initiatives like Mountain Mushers, which provides free season passes to all Camas County K–12 students, Soldier Mountain continues to prioritize community, their natural mountain terrain, and an authentic, family-friendly ski experience.
Greenwoods Ski Haus – Rossignol Sender 94 Ti Skis & wax Pass
Greenwood’s Ski Haus has been part of the Treasure Valley since 1957, when Bob Greenwood opened the shop as Boise’s first specialty ski store. They’ve grown alongside the community, serving generations of skiers and boarders with a simple mission: help people find the right gear, deliver the highest-quality ski tuning in the valley, and spread the joy of winter to everyone who walks through their doors! If you ask anyone who works there, they will say the shop feels like a family cabin – whether you’ve been going to Greenwood’s for 60 years or it’s your first visit, they want you to feel part of the family.
For over 68 years, Greenwoods Ski Haus has been a proud supporter of Bogus Basin, and continues to uplift local riders. Their sponsorship of the Boise State University Ski and Board Club and the Bogus Basin Nordic Team highlights their dedication to the local scene.
Bardenay – The Best Flavors Of Idaho, Distilled
Idaho’s only 100% employee-owned restaurant, Bardenay Distilling Co. began on Boise’s Basque Block in 1999 as the first in the nation to serve cocktails crafted with spirits distilled on-site. Today, Bardenay has four locations across Idaho, including their newest and largest production distillery in Garden City.
Did you know? On the 3rd Monday of each month, Bardenay spotlights a different charity and donates 20% of the evening’s profits to support their cause.
Bardenay Distilling Co. focuses on providing pleasure through good food, great drinks, and an even better atmosphere.
Idaho River Sports – Packraft, Perfect for Backcountry Trips
Since 1987, Idaho River Sports has been the go-to hub for Boise’s paddling community. From whitewater rafts and kayaks to stand-up paddle boards, surfboards, and all the gear in between, they’ve been outfitting adventures and creating memories on Idaho’s rivers, lakes, and beyond for nearly four decades.
This year, Idaho River Sports donated a Kokopelli Nirvana Spraydeck – the ultimate packraft for bikepacking, backcountry exploring, and whitewater thrill. Place your bid today!
Idaho River Sports is dedicated to connecting people with the outdoors while protecting the waterways we love. Through partnerships with non-profits, fundraisers, and community events filled with music and education, they bring people together and showcase their unwavering commitment to adventure, stewardship, and community.
Verre Boise – Stained Glass Intro Class
Founded by local Boise State French Professor Brittney Gehrig, Verre Boise Stained Glass Studio is a place where inspiration, tradition, and community come together. Verre Boise is a welcoming space where people of all skill levels can explore stained and fused glass.
Verre Boise is expanding opportunities for creativity while keeping inclusivity and education at its core — through a student scholarship fund, collaborations with local makers, and the launch of Arts on Osage alongside glass artist Susan Madasci.
Verre Boise makes art accessible, fun, and deeply rewarding.
Foot Dynamics – Custom Ski Orthotics
Foot pain doesn’t have to come with skiing! Voted one of the 10 best ski boot fitters in the country by Ski Magazine in 2025, Foot Dynamics offers free foot assessments for fashion-forward shoes, and expert care for all “foot-challenged” adventurers.
For 28 years, the pros at Foot Dynamics have treated everything from plantar fasciitis to bunions and create custom orthotics right in their Boise Pedorthic Clinic.
Trust the experts – bid on Custom Ski Orthotics during the Bogus Bash Online Auction!
Other Donors
- Stio
- Crane Creek
- Bluffside Provisions
- Bear Valley Rafting
- JanyRae Seda
- Duck Club
- The Grove
- Bluebird Carwash
- The Village
- Ballet Idaho
- Grand Targhee
- Limelight Hotel
- Brundage
- Foster Weld
- Tamarack
- Shore Lodge
- REI
Don’t Miss This Opportunity!
Win fun prizes and support local mountain recreation. The Bogus Bash closes at 9 pm on Sunday, October 5th.
About Bogus Basin Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area is a 501(C)(3) organization dedicated to engaging the community to provide accessible, affordable, and fun year-round mountain recreation and education. Opened in 1942, Bogus Basin offers 2,600 acres of daytime skiable terrain and 200 acres for night skiing, seven chairlifts and three people-mover carpets, and an 800-foot tubing hill. The Nordic Center offers 37 kilometers of groomed trails for skiing and snowshoeing. Environmental education and community outreach programs, primarily youth, serve over 20,000 individuals annually. Summer activities include The Glade Runner Mountain Coaster, The Mine Shaft Challenge Course, mountain biking, events, hiking and chairlift service for hike and bike transport. Bogus Basin is located 16.5 miles north of Boise, Idaho, and operates under a special use permit with the Boise National Forest. www.bogusbasin.org
