St. Patrick’s Day is this weekend, and we’re due for beautiful weather. It will be a great time to get out and enjoy the fresh, “almost spring” air, and get a little exercise. There are several running events in case you’d like to stretch your legs. Or you can still get in a little skiing, do some ice skating, or hit the court for some volleyball. You can always get to work putting your garden in, or doing a little spring cleaning. Or how about a walk through the beautiful Boise Foothills? Veterans Trail has reopened, and you can click here to read about trail conditions. The weather should be great, no matter what you choose to do. So check the list and make some plans.
Friday, March 15
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. Always be sure to check conditions before you go, just in case. Our crazy weather can change things in a hurry. For more information, click on this link.
Saturday, March 16
Skiing at Bogus Basin continues
Pink for Paddy’s Day/Slopes for the Cure Benefiting the Susan G. Komen Foundation this event features the Pink Challenge Relay, breast cancer awareness, fun giveaways, and live music. For more information, click on this link.
Meridian Gold Rush Half Marathon/10K/5K This first annual event starts are Reid Merrill Park and follows the Eagle Greenbelt. All courses are relatively flat. Proceeds benefit Team With A Vision, for the Massachusetts Association for the Blind. For more information, click on this link.
Basic 5 St. Patrick’s Day Fun Run You’re encouraged to wear green for this race starting at the Julia Davis Park band shell. Choose from a 5K run/walk, 5 mile run, or the 1 mile kilted run. There’s a 1 mile run/walk for kids, too. Proceeds benefit the YMCA Team Idaho Track and Cross Country Club. For more information, click on this link.
Shamrock Shuffle Here’s a St. Patrick’s Day run like no other. Taking place at St. Chapelle Winery, this event features a bagpiper and green beer. Leprechauns and other green costumes are encouraged. You can choose from a 5K or 10K course. For more information, click on this link.
Drop-in Volleyball The Fort Boise Community Center hosts drop-in volleyball from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., for adults of all skill levels. One court will be available. Fees are $4 for adults 18 and older, $2 for youth (16-17 years). For more information, click on this link.
Sunday, March 17
Skiing at Bogus Basin continues
Drop-in Volleyball The Fort Boise Community Center hosts drop-in volleyball from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., for adults of all skill levels. Two courts will be available. Fees are $4 for adults 18 and older, $2 for youth (16-17 years). For more information, click on this link.
Sunday Power Play at Idaho IceWorld Bring a friend and receive two for one pricing, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. For more information, click on this link.
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How will you stay active this weekend?
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