It’s a long weekend, folks. Monday is a federal holiday, celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as well as Inauguration Day. Also happening this weekend is the National Day of Service. Whether you’re interested in helping others, or just want to have some winter fun, there are plenty of ways to stay active this weekend. Here’s a list to help you plan.
Friday, January 18
Food Bank Friday at Idaho IceWorld Bring a non-perishable food item and get free skate rental ($3 value). For more information, click on this link.
Bogus Basin Nordic ski hill is open this weekend, and there are several events. For more information, click on this link. The tubing hill is open as well. For more information on tubing at Bogus Basin, click on this link.
Saturday, January 19
Skiing and tubing at Bogus Basin continues
National Day of Service In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the U.S. celebrates the National Day of Service this Saturday. There are several events taking place throughout the Treasure Valley. Among the community organizations you can help are Ronald McDonald House, Boise Rescue Mission, City Light, Corpus Christi House, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Idaho Youth Ranch, and several others. For more information, click on this link.
Caldwell Indoor Mini Triathlon Taking place at the Caldwell Family YMCA, this 4th annual event features 8 laps in the pool, cycling 6 miles on an indoor bike, and then running 2 miles on a treadmill. For more information, click on this link.
Freezeout Challenge If you’re up for a little drive, head over to Emmett for a true test of fitness, racing up Freezeout Hill in the cold. This 12K loop course begins and ends at the Gem County Fairgrounds. There’s also a short course, which is just under 4 miles. For more information, click on this link.
Sunday, January 20
Skiing and tubing at Bogus Basin continues
Learn to Skate Open House at Idaho IceWorld This event features an orientation, exhibition, a demonstration of skate fitting and lacing, a short lesson, Q & A session, public skating time and prizes. The event runs from 12 to 1 p.m., and is free to the first 100 new skaters, but you need to register. Click on this link for more information, or call Idaho IceWorld at 331-0044.
Monday, January 21
Skiing and tubing at Bogus Basin continues
Talk it up:
How will you stay active this weekend?
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