Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association upcoming events

Idaho Native Plant Society Monthly Meeting (04/08/2026)

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join our partner, the Idaho Native Plant Society - Pahove Chapter's Monthly Meeting

What: What Does a Forest Service Botanist Do?

with Crista O'Conner

Where: Idaho Fish and Game Headquarters building, 600 S. Walnut Street.

The door entry is towards the back of the building on the southeast side of the building. Please arrive by 7pm as we will have a person to greet you upon entry.

When: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 @ 7pm MST

Who we are: Welcome to the Pahove Chapter of the Idaho Native Plant Society. We are located in Boise and support the citizens of the Treasure Valley and southwestern Idaho. Anyone interested in botany, biology, wildlife, pollinators, landscaping, gardening, hiking, photography and/or simply being out in nature is very welcome to join.

REGISTRATION:

1) INPS: Pahove Chapter Registration: Open to the public. Free.

2) Pre-register with Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association at www.hrwma.org for homeowner refund. Please see more details on our website.

Tour of the Reserves - Hike with ICL (04/16/2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Join the Foothills Learning Center and the Idaho Conservation League for a Tour of the Reserves

Get to know your backyard as the City of Boise’s Foothills Learning Center and Idaho Conservation League team up to offer short hiking “tours” of the city-owned natural reserves. This introduction to Boise’s trails is for everyone and hikes are never more than three miles. Come experience Boise’s trails, flora and fauna, and learn etiquette for future trail exploration!

In April, we will be checking out Hyatt Hidden Lakes! Come discover what’s unique about this Reserve, and learn more about Boise trails!

Tour Details:
Camel's Back Reserve tour is March 19 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Hyatt Hidden Lakes Reserve tour is April 16 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Polecat Gulch Reserve tour is May 14 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Military Reserve tour is June 25 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Hillside to Hollow Reserve tour is July 16 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm

WHEN: April 16, 2026 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m

WHERE: Hyatt Hidden Lake: Meet at the Hyatt Hidden Lakes parking lot, located off Maple Grove.

COST: FREE , but please you must register (see below)!

NOTE: The tour requires Two Levels of Pre-Registration for all participants.

1.) It is important and required for you register through the link below, so that ICL knows to expect you.

https://idboiseweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?display=detail&module=PST&type=FLC%20FREE%20TICKET,FLC%20FREE%20TICKET2

2.) If you qualify for a homeonwer refund, then please also register with Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association at www.hrwma.org.

Earth Day Celebration @ Boise Watershed (04/18/2026)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

City of Boise: Earth Day Celebration

COST: FREE

DATES: Saturday, April 18, 2026

TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

LOCATION: The WaterShed Climate and Water Education Center | 11818 W. Joplin Road, Boise, ID 83714

Come celebrate Earth Day with the City of Boise for food, music, and an incredible lineup of community partners dedicated to protecting our planet! From hands-on activities like crosscut saw demos and creative reuse crafts to fun games, giveaways, and volunteer opportunities, there's something for everyone. Meet Scrappy the raccoon, make a recycled notebook, test your eco-knowledge with Plinko, pick up some native plant seeds and check out the electric vehicle car show! Join us for a day of discovery, action, and inspiration as we work together for a cleaner, greener Boise!

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

City Nature Challenge (04/24/2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT

2026 Ada County City Nature Challenge Bioblitz @ Kathryn Albertson Park

Boise Parks and Recreation Main Event Information

When	04/24/2026, 1:00 PM MDT to 3:00 PM MDT
Where	Kathryn Albertson Park Boise, Idaho, USA
Presented by	Boise Parks and Recreation
Web	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-ada-county-city-nature-challenge-bioblitz-kathryn-albertson-park-tickets-1979313490933?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
About	Explore the wild places that make our corner of the world unique and share your discoveries with the world through iNaturalist! Join us as we document the biodiversity in Kathryn Albertson Park as part of the 2026 Ada County City Nature Challenge. During this afternoon event, we will be tabling at the front of the park providing resources to aid in exploring and documenting the wild organisms found throughout this unique park. City of Boise Parks & Rec staff will guide participants through iNaturalist basics, be available to answer questions, and celebrate discoveries. Volunteers are encouraged to look for the City of Boise table and tent near the entrance and are welcome to join in for all or any portion of the afternoon.
How to Join	https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-ada-county-city-nature-challenge-bioblitz-kathryn-albertson-park-tickets-1979313490933?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Event Type	City Nature Challenge

COST: FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

REGISTRATION:

1) Please register through the link above so they know to expect you.

2)Also register with Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association at www.hrwma.org if you qualify for a homeowner refund.

**no signature required- please provide a picture or example of activity**

HRWMA- City Nature Challenge -Nature Walk (04/25/2026)

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

hrwma led city Nature Challenge @ marianne williams park shelter

Join HRWMA for a Nature Walk during the

City Nature Challenge

When:	04/25/2026, 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Where	:Meet at Marianne Williams Park Shelter
Host:	Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association (HRWMA)

About	Explore the area around Harris Ranch as HRWMA staff guide participants in how to use iNaturalist to record observations of everything you see around you including birds, insects, mammals, plants, and more

COST: Free and open to the public

REGISTRATION:

1) Please register with HRWMA to sign up for the event

(You can check our website at www.hrwma.org to find out if you qualify for a homeowner refund.)

Going Wild! Spring Event at Barber Park (04/26/2026)

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Build a Bug with HRWMA! at the Going Wild Event hosted by the Idaho Foundation for Parks & Lands

Come visit us at our HRWMA education table at the Going Wild Event at Barber Park on April 26th:12pm-5pm.

Youngsters and adults will learn about the fascinating diversity of insects and have a chance to build their own bug (all materials provided).

Some may consider these creepy crawlies because they crawl, fly, squirm, and slither. But they play a vital role in pollination, recycling nturients, controlling pests, breaking down debris, and blanacing the food web.

We'll have our new insect guides available to hand out.

Idaho Foundation for Parks and Lands hosts the Going Wild! Spring Event

WHAT: An outdoor event connection kids to nature filled with activities, games, prizes, face painting and food trucks. Including 20+ educational partners/booths. An event for the entire family!

WHEN: Sunday, April 26, from 12-4pm

WHERE: Barber Park Education & Event Center

COST: FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Spring TU Project at Marianne Williams Park (05/09/2026)

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

join our partner, trout unlimited at marianne williams park

When:	05/09/2026, 9 AM to 12 PM
Where:	Meet at Marianne Williams Parking Lot
Host:	Trout Unlimited (TU)

About:

We have a volunteer project with the City of Boise to do some restoration and maintenance work on our Trout Unlimited Adopt-A-Habitat area – located next to Marianne Williams Park.

We are looking for 20 people so please sign up early.

This is a kid friendly project. We will walk 1/8 mile to the project site.

The date is May 9th. Start time at 9:00 am. We should be finished by 11:30 to 12:30.

Location: Marianne Williams Park. We'll meet in the parking lot.

Main tasks:

1. Remove bull thistle and spotted knapweed. A plant specialist will provide additional details. See pics below of the two mentioned weeds.

2. We will be picking up the trash that has accumulated over the winter.

3. All of the non-native plants and trash will be moved back to the parking lot for disposal.

Other Details:

1. Prep for the weather. If it’s raining we will hold the project unless it’s a major storm. Wear waterproof shoes/boots.

2. Please bring one shovel for your group. Bring gloves and you can bring your clippers.

3. City of Boise will provide educational info and trash bags.

4. Bring water and snacks if you want them. Lunch is not to be provided.

Please check your calendar to see if you can join us, then RSVP at https://tu.myeventscenter.com/event/Marianne-Williams-Park-Spring-Project-123818

If you have questions please email me.

Richard Jones

Volunteer Project Coordinator

Ted Trueblood Chapter, Trout Unlimited

coffeerush@myctl.net

REGISTRATION:

1) Please RSVP with Trout Unlimited, so they know to expect you.

https://tu.myeventscenter.com/event/Marianne-Williams-Park-Spring-Project-123818

2)Please register with HRWMA if you qualify for a homeowner's refund. You can check our website at www.hrwma.org to find out if you qualify for a homeowner refund.

Tour of the Reserves - Hike with ICL (05/14/2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Join the Foothills Learning Center and the Idaho Conservation League for a Tour of the Reserves

In April, we will be checking out Hyatt Hidden Lakes! Come discover what’s unique about this Reserve, and learn more about Boise trails!

WHEN: May 14, 2026 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m

WHERE: Polecate Gulch Reserve

COST: FREE , but please you must register (see below)!

NOTE: The tour requires Two Levels of Pre-Registration for all participants.

1.) It is important and required for you register through the link below, so that ICL knows to expect you.

https://idboiseweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?display=detail&module=PST&type=FLC%20FREE%20TICKET,FLC%20FREE%20TICKET2

2.) If you qualify for a homeonwer refund, then please also register with Harris Ranch Wildlife Mitigation Association at www.hrwma.org.

Dandelion Festival (06/20/2026)

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Dandelion Festival

COST: FREE

DATES: Saturday, June 20, 2026

TIME: 2pm - 7pm

LOCATION: Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park

PRESENTED BY: City of Good, in partnership with City of Boise Parks & Recreation

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.

WHAT TO EXPECT

A FAMILY-FRIENDLY DAY OF LOCAL BEER, TASTY FOOD, LIVE MUSIC, AND HANDS-ON ADVENTURE

https://cityofgood.com/dandelionfestival

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