Utilities
Transition services:
General:
| Bogus Creek Outfitters Visit |
208-336-3130 |
| A real western adventure, these outfitters
feature horseback riding and wagon rides with chuck wagon meals. |
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| Boise Greenbelt Visit |
208-384-4240 |
| On this unique trail system connecting
the city's network of parks, you can jog, skate, cycle, or walk
along more than 25 miles of paved pathways following the Boise
River through the heart of the city. |
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| Basque Museum and Cultural Center |
208-343-2671 |
| Exhibits feature Basque traditions,
artifacts and culture. Next door, an original Basque boarding
house brings to life the history of Basques in Idaho |
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| Boise Depot |
208-384-4014 |
| This stately structure was built
by Union Pacific Railroad in 1925 during the glory years of rail
transport. Immersed in the beauty of the Platt Gardens, the Depot
offers a wonderful view of Boise's downtown backed by scenic
foothills. |
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| Boise River |
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| Cast a fly or lure in the Boise River
as it runs through the heart of town. In the summer enjoy a cooling
float from Barber Park to Ann Morrison Park. |
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| Boise River Tours |
208-333-0003 |
| Educational and recreational river
rafting. Tours are available June through September. |
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| Discovery Center of Idaho |
208-343-9895 |
| With over 150 hands-on scientific
exhibits to explore, experience, and enjoy, this museum makes
learning fun for the whole family. Located in Julia Davis Park. |
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| Downtown Boise |
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| Historic buildings in the downtown
area showcase Boise's pioneer roots, such as Old Boise and 8th
Street Marketplace. The Grove, the city's public plaza, is the
site of many community activities, including "Alive After
Five," a weekly program of music and entertainment during
the spring and summer months. |
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| Idaho Black History Museum |
208-433-0017 |
| A showplace of historical photos,
crafts, and other artifacts, reflecting Black culture in Idaho's
diverse heritage |
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| Idaho Botanical Garden |
208-343-8649 |
| Features an ever-changing world of
theme and display gardens. |
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| Idaho Historical Museum |
208-334-2120 |
| Step back 100 years and visit an
Old West saloon, Chinese medicine shop and blacksmith's forge.
Located in Julia Davis Park. |
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| Idaho Ice World |
208-331-0044 |
| Public ice skating sessions run daily
for all levels of skaters. Rental skates available. |
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| Idaho Museum of Military History |
208-422-6128 |
| This museum features Idaho naval
history, the development of Gowen Field and the General Patch
collection |
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| Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology |
208-368-9876 |
| Follow in the steps of miners as
they rushed to Idaho's hills and fought each other in pursuit
of gold and silver. |
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| M-K Nature Center |
208-368-6060 |
| An indoor/outdoor facility, the Center
features the life of a mountain stream, with underwater viewing,
interpretive signs and interactive exhibits. |
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| Old Idaho Penitentiary |
208-368-6080 |
| Take a fascinating peek into the
lives of Idaho's historic criminals. A self-guided tour includes
Death Row, cell houses, and exhibits on early prisoners and prison
life. |
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| World Center for Birds of Prey |
208-362-8687 |
| Located south of Boise, this renowned
facility gives visitors insight into the actual working process
of saving endangered species of hawks, falcons, eagles, and other
birds of prey. |
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Boise Metro Economic Development
Council
"We provide critical information at
key points in the business expansion, location and start-up processes"
The Boise Metro Economic Development Council (BMEDC) is the
separately funded economic development division of the Boise Metro
Chamber of Commerce. With the long-term mission of creating jobs, encouraging
investment in the community, and maintaining a balanced quality of
life, the BMEDC is actively involved in the economic vitality of the
Boise metropolitan area and the Treasure Valley.
What do we do? The BMEDC provides critical information at key points
in the business expansion, location and start-up processes.
Regional
Information: We represent the ACE Communities - Ada, Canyon
and Elmore counties as a primary contact for economic development
within the region.
Site Location: We offer many services to businesses considering
location or expansion within the area including arranging and hosting
site visits; determining available labor and rates; utility costs and
addressing many other special requirements business prospects may have.
Business
Retention and Expansion: We provide assistance
to both existing businesses and start-up businesses in
the Boise metropolitan area, providing data for business
plans and helping with special problems, and state and
local regulations.
International
Business: We co-host seminars and maintain
relationships with international service providers
and many consular offices in the western United
States in order to offer assistance to area businesses
interested in selling their goods and services
in the global marketplace.
Venture
Capital: We sponsor an Annual
Venture Capital Investor's Forum and
bring together entrepreneurs, angel
investors and service providers throughout
the year.
Area
Demographics: We
gather statistical information
about the Boise metropolitan
statistical area.
About Ada County
It was French Canadian fur trappers that gave Boise
its name in the very early 1800's. Traveling through the high desert
terrain, they came upon the valley, "Les Boise!" they exclaimed: "The
Trees!" Ada County was established as part of the Idaho Territory
in 1864 with Boise as its county seat.
In 1890, Idaho was admitted as the 43rd state, and
the City of Boise was chosen as its capital. Boise has aptly become
the premier city in the state leading in population, manufacturing,
retailing and quality of life. Ada County prospers through Boise's
strengths, as does the other cities in the metropolitan statistical
area: Eagle, Garden City, Kuna, Meridian and the adjoining counties
of Canyon and Elmore.
Men with a vision made Ada County a corporate landmark. Men like C.W.
Moore whose general store has evolved into US Bancorp. W.H. Morrison,
and M.H. Knudsen, founders of the Morrison-Knudsen Corporation, now the
global engineering and construction company Washington Group International;
J.R. Simplot who started the Simplot Corporation and made Idaho famous
for its potatoes; and Joe Albertson, who dream of food distributing netted
one of American's largest and fastest growing chains of supermarkets.
The list is long, Micron Technology, Inc. Hewlett-Packard, Boise Cascade
Corporation, T.J. International, PRECO, Inc., and SCP Global Technologies.
The pioneering, entrepreneurial spirit is nurtured here.
People are drawn to the Boise Valley from all over the world. Many come
having never heard of Boise before; but once here, they often stay, or
return with their families. The city and the surrounding area are captivating
with their natural beauty, mild welcoming climate, and tradition of friendliness.
Restaurants & Night Life
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