Guided Nature Program | National Public Lands Day
What
From our fabulous flowers to our magnificent mammals and everything in between, Bogus Basin is home to an immense amount of biodiversity. Each organism plays a unique role in our ecosystem, and this is your opportunity to learn about them! Participants will take an in-depth look at the various plants and animals that call the mountain home and their interconnected relationships. This program is a part of our National Public Lands Day Party, so be sure to stick around to check out the booths and activities from over 20 conservation organizations and land management agencies.
When & Where
This program will meet on the lawn in front of Simplot Lodge at the above-stated time and will cover 1.5 miles or less at a very casual pace. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and close-toed shoes. Water and sunscreen are highly recommended.
September 28 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
How to Register
To sign up for this or any of our awesome Themed Nature Programs, please send an email to josie@bogusbasin.org indicating the program you wish to register for, date, and the number of people in your group. Requests received less than 24 hours before the outing may not receive a response.
Meet your guide!
Hit the trail with Ray Vizgirdas, retired Wildlife Biologist and lifelong Naturalist for this installment of our Themed Nature Program series. With over three decades of experience working for state and federal agencies, Ray possesses extensive knowledge about the outdoors (he has literally authored guidebooks about the flora at Bogus Basin!). On select Wednesday evenings & Saturday mornings, Ray will cover a new topic relevant to the time of year. Whether it’s edible and medicinal plants or pollinators and their adaptations, you’re bound to learn a thing or two on your outing.
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
