Being surrounded, as we are in the North End, by Boise’s beautiful foothills, we tend to measure our urban landscape by the hills and plants that surround us. We are resistant to non-native plants, environments that require too much water, and the tendency is to plant native species when possible. April is Native Plant Appreciation…
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Spring Cleanup Boise
The City of Boise kicks off Spring recyclable pick up in or around April of every year! The information below is as current as we’ve found. Click the links to find the official information as needed! This is your opportunity to get rid of those extra leaves, trimmings and other yard waste left over from…
Community Gardens
The following is a list of Community Gardens in and near the North End. Because the information is subject to change, please let us know if there are corrections needed. Boise Urban Garden School (BUGS)2995 N. Five Mile Road, Boise, ID 83713www.boiseurbangardenschool.org208-376-3006 | bugsadmin@cityofboise.orgEducational Program for youth 10-16 years old Downtown Teaching Farm12th & Fort StreetAli Ward…
North End Cooking
Eating well and health go hand in hand! Boise is a truly multi-cultural community with influences from Mexico to the Basque Country, from the sea to the traditional heartland cooking we all enjoy. The North End is also a great supporter of being “localvore” and vegan. Click here for a website that provides a southwest…