Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association upcoming events

Bee Fest at Franz Witte (06/13/2026)

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

FRANZ WITTE PRESENTS: BEE FESTIVAL

Mark your calendar and plan to join for Opening Day at Flamingo Flower Farm! Kicking off the season with a full day of flowers, music, food, shopping, summer fun, and of course BEES!

WHEN : Saturday, June 13, 2026 - 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
WHERE: Flamingo Flower Farm at Franz Witte Garden Center

INTERACTIVE BEE EDUCATORS:
Idaho Native Plant Society
Idaho Bee Atlas
Treasure Valley Beekeepers Club

THERE WILL BE FOOD VENDORS: La Finca Brew, Bitner Vineyards, Rusty Dog
and the Hungry Hungarian

Live music from Banjo Matt from 10 am - noon

MARKET VENDORS: Wheatless Crumb, WildeHare, Kingdom Sunrise Acres, Rabbit Warren Studio, Brass & Blume Jewelry, Cynnful Q Woodwork, Pine Street Handmade, Sweet Origins Collective, Fauna/Flora Naturals, Kitz Kaboodle Shop, and Original Rust.

Bring your friends, your family, and your pup—everyone’s welcome

REGISTRATION:

Please register for this even if interested in homeowners refunds at www.HRMWA.org - provide an image as proof of attendance!

For more information, please click this link: Facebook Event/Link

Idaho Rivers United - Boise River Cleanup (06/13/2026)

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join Idaho Rivers United for Boise River Cleanup day

This program is dedicated to helping Idaho Rivers United maintain our adopted section of the Boise River Greenbelt. Volunteer with IRU’s River Ambassadors to help clean the banks this summer.

WHEN: Saturday, June 13th, 2026
WHERE: Ann Morrison Park 1000 South Americana Boulevard Boise, ID, 83706
Time: 10AM-12PM
Supplies needed: IRU will provide all needed cleanup supplies, but volunteers are welcomed to bring their own.

Everyone must complete Idaho Rivers United's 2026 volunteer waiver before participating in IRU volunteer activities. Please fill out our waiver form located HERE.

NOTE: The Boise River Cleanup Day requires Two Levels of Pre-Registration for all participants.

1.) First: register with Idaho Rivers United by emailing: lindsey@idahorivers.org

2.) Second: Preregister with Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association at www.hrwma.org for reimbursements

Dandelion Festival (06/20/2026)

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Dandelion Festival: Presented by City of Good, in partnership with City of Boise Parks & Recreation

COST: FREE

DATES: Saturday, June 20, 2026

TIME: 2pm - 7pm

LOCATION: Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park

Join City of Good,Boise Parks & Recreation, and a variety of partner organizations for the fourth annual Boise Dandelion Festival!

The Dandelion Festival is City of Good’s annual celebration of resilience in nature, in our food system, and in our community. We champion this event because a healthy local food system begins with a healthy local ecosystem and neighbors committed to preserving it. This is Boise’s fastest growing family-friendly festival with hands-on activities; local beer and food; live music; and dozens of nonprofits offering engagement opportunities so that all guests leave the festival knowing they can joyfully, easily support our environment- just like a dandelion!

Together we are ensuring that our local farmers and food producers thrive and all of our neighbors have access to the food they need and want.

This is a free event! All proceeds from beverage sales help support City of Good. For more information, please visit: https://cityofgood.com/dandelionfestival

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FOR HOMEOWNER REIMBURSEMENT:

*Please register with HRWMA at https://www.hrwma.org/education-refunds if you qualify for a homeowner refund. Please see our website for more details. Please note: Pictures will need to be submitted as a form evidence of attending.

Victory Gardens - Honeybee Festival 2026 (06/27/2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Bee Happy at the Honeybee Festival!

WHEN: Saturday, June 27 | 9 AM – 4 PM

FREE ENTRY - ALL AGES WELCOME!

Come enjoy honey tastings, huge pollinator plant sales, a kids’ scavenger hunt, beekeeper demos, and pollinator-inspired goodies. Learn how to help our buzzing friends while having a sweet day out!

REGISTRATION:

Please register for this even if interested in homeowners refunds at www.HRMWA.org - provide an image as proof of attendance!

For more information, please click this link: Facebook Event/Link

Birding At Bogus Basin (06/28/2026)

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Birding at Bogus Basin

Join us on the mountain for an introductory birding experience led by Terry Rich. Terry is a lifelong birder and professional ornithologist. He worked for public wildlife agencies for 37 years, and now teaches classes and leads birding field trips for Audubon, the Foothills Learning Center, Osher, Master Naturalists, and many other organizations. This field trip will be an easy introduction to the many birds around Bogus Basin. Participants are urged to bring binoculars and to have the Merlin app and eBird on their phones.

WHEN: June 28 @ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Email to register and save your spot!
All ages welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult)
For more information, please visit: https://bogusbasin.org/event/guided-nature-program-birding-at-bogus-basin-june-2026/

NOTE: REGISTRATION REQUIRED

1) Please Email to register with Bogus to save your spot!

2) For homeowner reimbursement: Please register for event at HRWMA.org.

ASWCD Presents: Idaho Moth Conservation (06/30/2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Ada Soil and Water Conservation District Presents: Idaho Lepidoptera (Moth) Conservation

WHEN: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6:30 PM
WHERE: Library! at Hillcrest 5246 W Overland Road, Boise

COST: Free

WHAT: Most people like butterflies - many are beautiful and are considered important pollinators. Moths - closely related to butterflies - tend to be less popular, however, they outnumber butterflies ten to one, are also pollinators, are often as beautiful as butterflies and have incredibly interesting life stories. This workshop will give a quick overview of both groups and some information on how you can help them to survive and proliferate in today's world that can often be tough on Nature.

ATTENTION: PLEASE REGISTER!

1.) It is important that you RSVP with ASWCD so that they know to expect you and so that they can get in contact with you, if need be.

Please use the link below:

https://adaswcd.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F37976

2.) Also please sign up with Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association at www.hrwma.org. You can check under Classes on our website to find out if you qualify for a homeowner refund and how to download a participation form.

Tales and Trails- Owl's Roost (07/09/2026)

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Please join the Boise Public Library for Tales and Trails- Owl's Roost

Date:Thursday, July 9, 2026

Time: 9:00am - 10:00am

Meet at: 3001 Sunset Peak Rd, Boise, ID 83702

This week we will be walking Owl's Roost Trail! We will meet at the Grove Trailhead. Come explore some of Boise's beautiful paths and trails! Each week, library staff will share a story and lead participants on a short walk through nature.

NOTE: This walk is NOT stroller friendly. Please bring the following with you, as needed: weather appropriate clothing, good footwear, water, sunscreen and hat. Because of the limited spots available in each program, please cancel your registration if you are unable to attend.

Everyone must complete a waiver before participating. Please fill out the Boise Public Library waiver form. Click for Waiver

NOTE: There are Two Levels of Pre-Registration for all participants.

1) Register with Boise Public Library online to acknowledge the waiver: https://boisepubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/16733936

2) Pre-register with Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association at https://www.hrwma.org/education-refunds for homeowner reimbursement

WaterShed Wednesday: Birds (07/15/2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The City of Boise Presents:

WaterShed Wednesday- Birds

WHERE: Location: The WaterShed, 6411 N. Ancell Avenue, Boise, ID 83714

WHEN: July 15th 3, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

FREE EVENT - No Need to Register with the WaterShed

Join The WaterShed this summer for free all-ages activities, crafts and scientific demonstrations led by the WaterShed Action Team teens in the outdoor River Campus! Each event has a unique theme and partner organization, so you can return and experience different programs. This week we'll be joined by the World Center for Birds of Prety to meet a feathered friend.

For more information: https://www.boisewatershed.org/event?id=B0C4F625D97BD12921100C51D741BCC4

Please register at www.hrwma.org if you qualify for a homeowner refund. Please see our website for more details.

Tales and Trails- Barber Park (07/16/2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Please join the Boise Public Library for Tales and Trails- Barber Park

Date:Thursday, July 16, 2026

Time: 9:00am - 10:00am

Meet at: Barber Park

This week we will be at Barber Park! We will meet in the parking lot near the Event Center. Come share stories on some of Boise's beautiful paths and trails! Each week, library staff will share a story and lead participants on a short walk through nature.

NOTE: This walk is stroller friendly.Please bring the following with you, as needed: weather appropriate clothing, good footwear, water, sunscreen and hat. Because of the limited spots available in each program, please cancel your registration if you are unable to attend.

Everyone must complete a waiver before participating. Please fill out the Boise Public Library waiver form. Click for Waiver

NOTE: There are Two Levels of Pre-Registration for all participants.

1) Register with Boise Public Library online to acknowledge the waiver: https://boisepubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/16733937

2) Pre-register with Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association at https://www.hrwma.org/education-refunds for homeowner reimbursement

Foothills Family Day (07/18/2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Jim Hall Foothills Learning Center:

Free Family Day!

WHAT: Visit the FLC - Open House one Saturday per month! We'll have our doors open on July 18 and August 15. Once A month the learning center offers nature-based programs, including monthly family hikes, birding classes, and the center's self-guided Story Trail.

WHEN: Saturday, July 18th 11 AM - 1 PM

WHERE: Jim Hall Foothills Learning Center (3188 N Sunset Peak Rd., Boise 83702)

Registration:

1) Event is Free - You do not need to register with the FLC.

2) Please see our website to see if you qualify for a homeowner refund, then please register for the class at www.hrwma.org.**Please provide a picture as proof of your visit as there will not be anyone to sign your participation form.

Guided Nature Program – Flora of Bogus Basin (07/18/2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:45:00 GMT

Guided Nature Program – Flora of Bogus Basin

WHAT: Join Environmental Educator Paxton Broussard for a hike exploring the flora of Bogus Basin. She grew up in the area and has learned about the native ecosystems through schooling, observation, and inquiry. This will be an easy hike including introduction to plant and flower identification. You will learn how to recognize the common plants of Bogus, engage with your surroundings, and be mindful in nature.

WHERE: Meet at the Bogus Creek Base Area Information Booth for a fun and engaging walk on the mountain!

Email to register and save your spot!

WHEN: July 18 @ 11:15 AM – 12:45 PM

All ages welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult)

2-STEP REGISTRATION REQUIRED

1) Register with Bogus Basin by emailing this link to save your spot!

2) For homeowner refunds, please see if you qualify at www.hrwma.org/education-refunds, and then register for this class.

Ada Soil & Water Presents: Wasps! (07/29/2026)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Ada Soil and Water Conservation District Presents: Wasps!

WHEN: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM
WHERE: Library! at Hillcrest 5246 W Overland Road, Boise

COST: Free

WHAT: Wasps are everywhere - and play an important role in keeping the ecosystem in balance. Many people do not even recognize when wasps are present (other than paper wasps and hornets), mistaking them for flies, bees, moths and other insects. This program will give you a quick overview of the major wasp groups from our giant cicada killers (more than an inch long) to tiny fairy wasps that can easily crawl through the eye of a needle.

ATTENTION: PLEASE REGISTER!

1.) It is important that you RSVP with ASWCD so that they know to expect you and so that they can get in contact with you, if need be.

Please use the link below:

https://adaswcd.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F37976

Foothills Family Day (08/15/2026)

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Jim Hall Foothills Learning Center:

Free Family Day!

WHAT: Visit the FLC - Open House one Saturday per month! We'll have our doors open on August 15. Once A month the learning center offers nature-based programs, including monthly family hikes, birding classes, and the center's self-guided Story Trail.

WHEN: Saturday, August 15th from 11 AM - 1 PM

WHERE: Jim Hall Foothills Learning Center (3188 N Sunset Peak Rd., Boise 83702)

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Registration:

1) Event is Free - You do not need to register with the FLC.

Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association upcoming events

Bee Fest at Franz Witte (06/13/2026)

Idaho Rivers United - Boise River Cleanup (06/13/2026)

NOTE: The Boise River Cleanup Day requires Two Levels of Pre-Registration for all participants.

1.) First: register with Idaho Rivers United by emailing: lindsey@idahorivers.org

2.) Second: Preregister with Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association at www.hrwma.org for reimbursements

Dandelion Festival (06/20/2026)

Victory Gardens - Honeybee Festival 2026 (06/27/2026)

Birding At Bogus Basin (06/28/2026)

ASWCD Presents: Idaho Moth Conservation (06/30/2026)

Ada Soil and Water Conservation District Presents: Idaho Lepidoptera (Moth) Conservation

WHEN: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6:30 PM WHERE: Library! at Hillcrest 5246 W Overland Road, Boise

COST: Free

Tales and Trails- Owl's Roost (07/09/2026)

NOTE: There are Two Levels of Pre-Registration for all participants.

WaterShed Wednesday: Birds (07/15/2026)

The City of Boise Presents:

WaterShed Wednesday- Birds

Tales and Trails- Barber Park (07/16/2026)

NOTE: There are Two Levels of Pre-Registration for all participants.

Foothills Family Day (07/18/2026)

WHAT: Visit the FLC - Open House one Saturday per month! We'll have our doors open on July 18 and August 15. Once A month the learning center offers nature-based programs, including monthly family hikes, birding classes, and the center's self-guided Story Trail.

WHEN: Saturday, July 18th 11 AM - 1 PM

Guided Nature Program – Flora of Bogus Basin (07/18/2026)

Ada Soil & Water Presents: Wasps! (07/29/2026)

Ada Soil and Water Conservation District Presents: Wasps!

WHEN: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM WHERE: Library! at Hillcrest 5246 W Overland Road, Boise

COST: Free

Foothills Family Day (08/15/2026)

WHAT: Visit the FLC - Open House one Saturday per month! We'll have our doors open on August 15. Once A month the learning center offers nature-based programs, including monthly family hikes, birding classes, and the center's self-guided Story Trail.

WHEN: Saturday, August 15th from 11 AM - 1 PM

WHEN: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6:30 PM
WHERE: Library! at Hillcrest 5246 W Overland Road, Boise

WHEN: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM
WHERE: Library! at Hillcrest 5246 W Overland Road, Boise