Riverside Chat: Crayfish Mercury Project
Friday, July 18th join BREN and U of I graduate student Tate Libunao for a Riverside Chat. Tate will be in Boise this fall when BREN volunteers collect crayfish for his study. Friday he will discuss the science and the results so far. Register in advance at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0oc-iupjorEtV6hKSI19gW0DhVAGx2-Qre
WaterShed Watch
Watershed Watch is a one-day science event to help gather data about the health of the Boise River. The event takes place the fourth Thursday in September with upper elementary students in the Treasure Valley. For more info visit the Boise WaterShed website.
Riverside Chat with Colin Custer: Native Mussels of the Lower Boise River
In Person or register via Zoom here
City of Boise 2024 Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 13th from noon to 4 p.m. at Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park. Join BREN at this family-friendly event, with activities like face painting, bouncy houses, food trucks and t-shirt printing.
Riverside Chat – Women in Fly Fishing with Christine Panagos
Women are currently the fastest growing demographic in fly-fishing, which has largely been a male-dominated outdoor activity. It is estimated that women now make up approximately 31% of all fly-fishers on the water. Although this relatively recent surge in the number of women fly-fishers is becoming common knowledge, the role of women in fly fishing […]
Kegs 4 Kause
We are excited to be selected as a beneficiary of Payette Brewing’s Kegs 4 Kause program! Not only will our organization be featured in their Tap Room,they also will be donating half ofthe proceeds from draft beer sales directly to us on Monday, August 26th from 6-10pm! #kegs4kause #payettebrewing #payetteforward
—————————————————- Crayfish Mercury Project
The Boise River Enhancement Network (BREN) is once again partnering with the University of Idaho to catch crayfish for the Crayfish Mercury Project. This multi-year project measures the level of mercury in Crayfish which helps determine if crayfish and other fish caught from the river are safe for humans to eat. This is a family […]
—————————————–Postponed -Miracle on the River – Art Gala and Auction
Originally scheduled for Sept 25th, this event is being postponed until spring 2025. Engage with renowned Idaho wildlife photographer Ken Miracle at BREN’s upcoming art gala and auction. Ken will share his work and experience throughout the evening. Music will be performed by the talented harpist Danae Fails. • Speak about his journey as an […]
——————————————————— ‘Your Mother Doesn’t Work Here’ Annual Boise River Clean Up.
We don’t know why people trash the river, but we do know we have amazing and underappreciated people who take time to clean it up! In acknowledgement of those doing the often-invisible labor of picking up after others the first annual ‘Your Mother Doesn’t Work Here’ Boise River Cleanup was held in 2023. The 2024 […]
Boise River Night – A Fundraiser For BREN
Basque Center 601 W Grove St, Boise, IDWho Doesn't Love a Party? Especially When it is a Costume Party! Join in the fun at the second annual Boise River Night! Celebrate fall and show your love for the Boise River by dressing for how you enjoy the river, or as something from the river. Are you a rafter, floater, jogger, bird watcher, […]