Food + Beverage

The Company We Keep

Patios, parks, and public spaces increasingly welcome dogs as companions rather than visitors left waiting at home Article by Tammy de Weerd | Photography by Tammy de Weerd, provided We were recently relaxing on a dog-friendly patio along the Boise River Greenbelt on one of those perfect Idaho afternoons when nobody seemed in a hurry. At the table next to us sat a group of friends, laughing and deep in conversation. Stretched out beside one of the women was a beautiful German Shepherd wearing...

Arts + Culture

Safari Summer

ZooTeens Evolve Job Skills and Wildlife Experience at Zoo Boise Article by Jordan Gray | Photography by Zoo Boise As you move amongst Zoo Boise’s penguins, lions, and giraffes, keep your eyes out for the zoo’s newest summer residents: the ZooTeens. The annual summer volunteer program offers teens aged 13-17 the chance to further their interests in zoology, conservation, and the environment while helping out in the community. Zoo Boise Director of Education Tierney Ball knows the impact of...

Food + Beverage

Learning One Block At A Time

Simple childhood activities often become powerful tools for learning and personal growth Article by Jana Kemp | Photography by Twiga Foundation “Children are born to learn” is a core belief of the Boise-based team behind BLOCK Fest®, and anyone who has watched a young child with a pile of blocks has likely seen that learning unfold in real time. A tower goes up. A tower falls down. Moments later, it rises again. What may look like simple play is often much more. As children stack, balance...

Life + Culture

Four-Legged Adventures

Idaho offers endless opportunities for dog-friendly exploration, rewarding travelers with scenic landscapes, meaningful companionship, and unforgettable outdoor experiences Article and Photography by Ashley Loeb Idaho is ideal for dog-friendly travel. With foothill trails, alpine lakes, river canyons, and small towns that welcome dogs on patios and paths, the state offers countless ways to explore with a canine companion. But bringing a dog changes more than your packing list—it changes the...