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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 their 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 theirtorical 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 theirtoric 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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Idaho at a Glance
Capital: Boise
Nickname: Gem State
Bird: Mountain Bluebird
Tree: Western White Pine
Largest City: Boise
Neighboring States: Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Official State Website: http://www.visitid.org/
Request
Official Visitor's Guide
Official Contact Information
Idaho Division of Tourism Development
700 West State Street, Boise, ID 83720
(208) 334-2470
Boise Metro Economic Develop. 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.
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.
Fiscal
Year 2005 Median Family Income |
| The
FY 2005 Median Family Income for Boise,
Idaho is $57,550. |
| Moderate
Income Guidelines (80%
of Median Income): |
| |
Family Size |
Annual Gross
Income |
| |
1 person |
$32,250 |
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2 persons |
$36,850 |
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3 persons |
$41,450 |
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4 persons |
$46,100 |
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5 persons |
$49,750 |
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6 persons |
$53,450 |
| |
7 persons |
$57,150 |
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8 persons |
$60,850 |
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| Low
Income Guidelines (50%
of Median Income): |
| |
Family Size |
Annual Gross
Income |
| |
1 person |
$20,150 |
| |
2 persons |
$23,000 |
| |
3 persons |
$25,900 |
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4 persons |
$28,800 |
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5 persons |
$31,100 |
| |
6 persons |
$33,400 |
| |
7 persons |
$35,700 |
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8 persons |
$38,000 |
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| Very-Low
Income Guidelines (30%
of Median Income): |
| |
Family Size |
Annual Gross
Income |
| |
1 person |
$12,100 |
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2 persons |
$13,800 |
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3 persons |
$15,550 |
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4 persons |
$17,300 |
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5 persons |
$18,650 |
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6 persons |
$20,050 |
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7 persons |
$21,450 |
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8 persons |
$22,800 |
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Source: Community
Development Block Grant Program,
Boise Planning & Development
Services Department. Effective:
2/14/05
Boise Area
Median Home Sales
Statistics Can Be Found Here. |
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