Winter Ducks of the Boise River
Online IDThe Boise River attracts many species of wintering waterfowl. Expert Louisa Evers will share interesting information about these beautiful birds and provide tips on finding them. Your walk on the Greenbelt will become a real adventure. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82994962454 Meeting ID: 829 9496 2454 One tap mobile +13462487799,,82994962454#
Regulatory Alphabet Soup – A Primer on River Project Rules
Online IDIt's not simple to do a project in the Boise River or on the banks. Multiple agencies have jurisdiction. A panel of experts from local, state and federal agencies will explain the oftentimes confusing rules and if and how citizens can participate. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85177555478 Meeting ID: 851 7755 5478 One tap mobile +13462487799,,85177555478#
Indian Creek: 1920-2020 with Caldwell Mayor Nancolas
Online IDLearn the story of how a creek that was buried underground because it smelled so bad and had so many rats is now a prime all-season destination. Mayor Nancolas played a pivotal role in the daylighting of Indian Creek and the renaissance of downtown Caldwell. This program is free, but registration is required. Thank you. […]
BREN Coordinating Team Meeting
Online IDThe Coordinating Team is elected by the members and meets six times per year. Since BREN is a volunteer organization, the Coordinating Team manages the organization. Responsibilities include budgeting, fundraising, administration, and program development and delivery. The meetings are open to everyone. Please email us if you would like to attend and we will send […]
Caldwell Highway District To Build New Boise River Bridge
Online IDBREN presents Canyon Highway District 4 Engineer Tim Richard, P.E., to speak about the Old Hwy 30 Bridge replacement project. The existing one-lane bridge was built in 1922. It needs to be replaced because it's narrow and old. Building a bridge over the Boise River is a complicated task with many factors to consider. Tim will […]
Farmers Clean Up the Boise River
Online IDMillions of dollars have been invested in the last decade to reduce runoff of pollutants from farms into the lower Boise River. The results are measurable and the strategies are catching on. Dan Steenson from the Lower Boise Watershed Council and Stan Haye, Soil Conservation Technician with Canyon Soil Conservation District, will report on the […]
Clive Strong – The Boise River and Idaho’s Public Trust Doctrine
Online IDJoin the Boise River Enhancement Network as we take a close look at Idaho's public trust doctrine as it pertains to the lower Boise River. Rooted in Roman law, the public trust doctrine recognizes the public right to many natural resources The public trust doctrine requires Idaho to hold lands submerged below the ordinary high […]
Coordinating Team Meeting
Online IDThe meeting is open to members and the public. Please email us for the link if you'd like to attend. Coordinating Team Meeting – 12 May 2021 Online Zoom Meeting 6:00 Call to Order, Additions to the Agenda Approve of Minutes from 10 March 2021 Meeting Additions to the Agenda 6:05 Standing Items Treasurer’s report […]
Boise River Cleanup with Odell Brewing
Join the Boise River Enhancement Network and Odell Brewing for a Boise River clean-up in and around Star and Caldwell. We'll supply the bags and assign clean up areas appropriate for the age and ability of the volunteers. You can meet us at the Star River Walk in Star or at Whittenberger Park in Caldwell. […]
Coordinating Team Meeting
Online IDAll members are invited to the BREN Coordinating Team meetings. If you'd like to participate, please email info@boiseriverenhancement.org and we'll send you the Zoom link. Coordinating Team Meeting Agenda July 14, 2021 6-8 pm Zoom 6:00 Call to Order, Additions to the Agenda Approve of Minutes from 12 May 2021 Meeting Additions or other changes […]