ENVIRONMENTAL EDucation

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Join Bogus Basin’s resident ecologists and naturalists, Ray and Edna Vizgirdas, for a leisurely stroll on one of the mountain’s pedestrian trails. Come learn about the flora, fauna, ecology, geology and everything in between. Participants should expect to hike up to a mile at a casual pace. Please come prepared for the outing with proper footwear, clothing, water, snacks and sunscreen.

• Location: Programs will meet on the front steps of the Frontier Point Lodge

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Fall Schedule

• There are no Fall Guided Nature Programs scheduled at this time

Hit the trail with Ray Vizgirdas, retired Wildlife Biologist and lifelong Naturalist for this installment of our Guided Nature Program series. With over three decades of experience working for state and federal agencies, Ray knows a thing or two about the outdoors (he has literally authored guidebooks about the flora at Bogus Basin!). 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!

Check out our Events Calendar for more info!

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Pricing

All Ages Welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult)

FREE

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Take a scenic chair ride to the top of Deer Point and stroll out to the Showcase Scenic Overlook with one of our Weekend Nature Guides! On this quick scenic tour you’ll learn about Bogus Basin, the surrounding landscapes, and the plant & animals that call this place home. Perfect for families with young children or those new to the area wanting a broad overview of what the mountain has to offer. These outings will occur every Saturday and Sunday at 1:00pm. Scenic chair rides will require purchase of a single ride lift ticket, unlimited activity pass, summer season pass, or a True Bogus pass.

• Meets at the Bogus Basin Info pop-up tent in the Explorer Base Area

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Schedule

• There are no Scenic Tours scheduled at this time

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Pricing

All Ages Welcome

FREE

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Bring your yoga mat and your child for our free weekend morning events. Drop off your child with Bogus Basin’s Nature Guides for an hour-long youth program (nature bingo, nature art & more) while you hit the lawn for a peaceful morning of yoga with the folks from Yoga for Life. Drop-ins welcome!

• Meets at the Bogus Basin Info pop-up tent in the Explorer Base Area

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Schedule

• There are no Youth Drop-Off Nature Programs scheduled at this time

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Ages 5 – 10

FREE

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Bring your class up to Bogus Basin for a hands-on fieldtrip program that will have a lasting impact on your students for years to come! Available themes include animal adaptations, watersheds, flora and fauna, forest ecology, wilderness survival and habitat restoration. Don’t see a topic you want or would like to combine themes we have listed? Be sure to reach out and we’ll be happy to accommodate. Each program is specially designed for the group and the time of year.

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Schedule

• There are no Fall Field trips scheduled at this time
• Note: there may be some potential for spring outings — contact Bogus Basin’s EE Supervisor to discuss options

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Location

All field trips will begin their day at the Frontier Point Lodge unless indicated otherwise by the Environmental Education staff.

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Pricing

$6 per student

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*For every 10 students, 1 chaperone is required and receives free admission
*Student to chaperone ratios beyond 10:1 require a $6 fee
*Scholarships are available upon request for Title 1 schools
*Daily group sizes are limited to 30 participants

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How to Register

Click the Email with Questions button below to learn more or ask questions about our fall fieldtrip offerings. Already sold and want to book now? Click the Registration Form button to access a fillable pdf. Email the completed form to the contact listed at the bottom of the document.

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Join Bogus Basin’s resident ecologist and survival guru, Ray Vizgirdas, for a leisurely stroll on one of the mountain’s pedestrian trails. Come learn about the flora, fauna, ecology, geology and everything in between. Participants should expect to hike up to a mile at casual pace. Please come prepared for the outing with proper footwear, clothing, water, snacks and sunscreen.

• Location: Programs will meet on the front steps of the Frontier Point Lodge

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Summer Schedule

Check out our Events Calendar for more info!

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Pricing

All Ages Welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult)

FREE

Details

Take a scenic chair ride to the top of Deer Point and stroll out to the Showcase Scenic Overlook with one of our Weekend Nature Guides! On this quick scenic tour you’ll learn about Bogus Basin, the surrounding landscapes, and the plant & animals that call this place home. Perfect for families with young children or those new to the area wanting a broad overview of what the mountain has to offer. These outings will occur every Saturday and Sunday at 1:00pm. Scenic chair rides will require purchase of a single ride lift ticket, unlimited activity pass, summer season pass, or a True Bogus pass.

• Meets at the Bogus Basin Info pop-up tent in the Explorer Base Area

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Schedule

Saturdays & Sundays

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Pricing

All Ages Welcome

FREE

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Details

Bring your yoga mat and your child for our free weekend morning events. Drop off your child with Bogus Basin’s Nature Guides for an hour long youth program (nature bingo, nature art & more) while you hit the lawn for a peaceful morning of yoga with the folks from Yoga for Life. Drop-ins welcome!

• Meets at the Bogus Basin Info pop-up tent in the Explorer Base Area

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Schedule

• Saturdays & Sundays (STARTS July 7th)
• 10 am – 11 am

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Pricing

Ages 5 – 10

FREE

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Sign your child up for a week of Mountain Discovery Camp and give them a summer they’ll never forget. In partnership with the City of Boise’s Parks & Recreation department, this five day camp (M – F/9 am – 4 pm) takes youth on an adventure around the mountain exploring and learning about the alpine ecosystem through games and activities. All weeks (pg. 25) are open for youth ages 9 to 12. See Activity Guide (pg. 39) for select teen camp weeks.

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Did you know that Bogus Basin is the flagship site of Winter Wildlands Alliance nationally run SnowSchool winter education program? Now in its 20^th year, Bogus Basin’s SnowSchool fieldtrip program aims to get kids outside on snowshoes to learn about snow science and winter ecology in the Boise National Forest. Open to grades 3^rd through 12^th, Bogus Basin’s SnowSchool program serves up to 3,000 Treasure Valley students each winter season.

Bogus Basin is proud to partner with CAF to offer adaptive recreation equipment and assistance for students during this field trip program. Please indicate your needs on the registration form.

• Location – Frontier Point Lodge

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Schedule

• Monday – Friday
• 10 am – 2 pm

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Pricing

$6 per student

• *For every 10 students, 1 chaperone receives free admission.
• *Student to chaperone ratios beyond 10:1 require a $6 fee.
• *Scholarships are available upon request for Title I schools.
• *Daily group sizes are limited to 60 participants

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Hit the trail for a guided snowshoe tour with one of Bogus Basin’s Environmental Education staff! These 1 ½ hour tours are perfect for those new to the area or anyone interested in learning a little more about Bogus Basin’s mountain ecosystem.

Attend a Guided Snowshoe Tour! We offer FREE tours every Saturday at 11 am and Sunday at 1 pm from November 30^th, 2024, to March 30^th, 2025! Guests may reserve in advance online, or arrive at the tour time. Walk-ups are welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. To reserve your spot, email josie@bogusbasin.org.

Private and group tours are also available. To inquire about private groups email josie@bogusbasin.org. Max 12 people per tour.

• Location – Frontier Point Nordic Lodge

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Schedule

• Walk-Ins Welcome (based on availability)
• Reservations can be made 48 hrs. in advance (click here to inquire by email)

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Pricing

Snowshoe Rentals & Trail Passes are $10 each for all Guided Snowshoe Tour Participants!

Snowshoe Rentals	$10
Trail Pass	$10

You do not need to purchase a Trail Pass if you have a True/Beyond Bogus Season Pass or a Nordic Season Pass.

*Advanced registration is recommended to ensure your spot in the group. Walk-ins welcome but not guaranteed.

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Take a tour with a boost and hit the trails with Ray Vizgirdas, retired Wildlife Biologist and all-around Naturalist. With over three decades of experience working for state and federal agencies, Ray knows a thing or two about the outdoors. Each week, Ray will cover a new topic based on what the mountain conditions are best suited for. Topics could include: Snowpack Dynamics, Animal Tracking, Winter Specific Plant Adaptations, How to Make Emergency Snow Shelters, and so much more. Program outings will cover no more than 1.5 miles (usually less than 1 mile) out on the snowshoe trails.

To reserve your spot, please email josie@bogusbasin.org. Maximum of 12 people per program.

Don’t forget to follow us on social media and sign up for our e-blast to keep up with all of the special mountain offerings and events!

Themed Snowshoe Programs begin at 11 am and are approximately 2 hours long. Meet your guide at the Frontier Point Nordic Lodge.

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Schedule

Saturday, February 8^th, 2025 | Winter Ecology Basics
Saturday, February 15^th, 2025 | Snow Tracking Mammals
Saturday, February 22^nd, 2025 | Human Survival Considerations for Winter

Saturday, March 8^th, 2025 | Emergency Snowshoes
Saturday, March 15^th, 2025 | Snowshoe Hare Ecology
Saturday, March 22^nd, 2025 | Winter Ecology and Survival

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Pricing

Snowshoe Rentals & Trail Passes are $10 each for all Guided Snowshoe Tour Participants!

Snowshoe Rentals	$10
Trail Pass	$10

*Advanced registration is recommended 48 hrs. in advance to ensure your spot in the group. Walk-ins welcome if space is available. Payment for rentals and trail passes are made day of at the Frontier Point Lodge.

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Are you passionate about nature and outdoor experiences? Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge with others? If so, the Bogus Basin SnowSchool program needs your help!

SnowSchool is only possible through the dedication of university students, interns, and community volunteers who engage students in this critically important environmental education program. Bogus Basin’s Environmental Education staff provide training to new volunteers prior to the field trip season. No prior teaching experience is required.

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Schedule

• Monday – Friday
• 10 am – 2 pm

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Benefits

• Transportation to and from the mountain provided
• Opportunity for hands-on application of knowledge
• Receive professional environmental education training
• Real world experience teaching students science in an outdoor setting
• Learn marketable leadership skills
• Network with local community organizations
• Gain valuable references for your resume
• Complimentary Bogus Basin Day Pass for each day of volunteering
• Volunteer for 6 or more days and receive a complimentary Season Pass
• Internship credit available to qualified students with 90+ hours commitment

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From trail building to native seed collecting, we have many opportunities for you to support our sustainability and stewardship efforts on the mountain. Throughout the year we periodically host volunteer events geared towards people of all ages and abilities that provide our community with a meaningful connection to our landscape. We also offer private volunteer opportunities for organizations to give back with their team.

Summer/Fall Volunteer Opportunities:

• Seed collecting
• Invasive weed pulling & surveying
• Native seed spreading and seedling planting
• Snowshoe & pedestrian trail maintenance

Winter Volunteer Opportunities:

• Recycling sorting
• Recycling education

If you would like to be notified of volunteer opportunities or to coordinate a volunteer event with your organization, please email Nate Collins ncollins@bogusbasin.org