Fall Roundup: 5 Places for Fall Fun

Credit: Gustavo Fring It’s beginning to cool down in Boise and we are getting closer and closer to fall. Autumn in Boise means leaves changing color everywhere you look, and countless fun activities for you to enjoy with family and friends. Here are 5 places to soak up some fall fun in Boise!    Apple Picking in Emmett: Apple picking is the perfect activity to get you in the fall mood and support some local orchards! Williams Fruit Ranch in Emmett offers U-pick fruit with multiple varieties of apples as well as plums and prunes. Bring the whole family or come with friends for a fun activity with the added benefit of going home with a haul of apples!   The Farmstead: The Lowe Family Farmstead is located in Kuna, Idaho, and has a wide variety of activities for the whole family. It is home to a big corn maze with a fun new design each year as well as a mini corn maze for young kids. There is also a pumpkin patch where you can search for the perfect pumpkin for your jack-o-lantern. The Farmstead also offers fun activities including: hayrides, a U-pick flower field, gemstone mining, corn boxes, a potato sack slide, farm animals, and countless other things to keep you and your family entertained and in the fall spirit!   Boise River Greenbelt: Fall is one of the most beautiful times of year to walk or ride on the Boise Greenbelt. The path runs along the Boise River and is surrounded by stunning scenery of orange and red leaves falling from the trees. The cooler weather also makes a walk along the Greenbelt much more enjoyable. Get out on the Greenbelt and experience the natural beauty of fall in Boise!   View a map here!   Boise Farmers Market: The Boise Farmers Market is open every Saturday through October from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1500 Shoreline Drive and is the perfect place to find locally grown fall produce. The Capitol City Public Market focuses more on pre-made food, art, and produce and remains open through December. Stop by from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Grove Plaza for some cinnamon sugar mini donuts or some locally made apple cider to get cozied up in the crisp air.   Boise State Football games: Boise State Football games are a fall tradition in Boise. Set on the famous blue turf field, Boise State games are sure to entertain even those who aren’t diehard fans. Bronco games have a great atmosphere and are a fun way to spend a Friday or Saturday evening this fall!   Check out the schedule of games here!

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Events in Boise & Beyond..April 21 & 22

5 Events in Boise & Beyond 1. Spring on the Farm Where: Lowe Family Farmstead When: Thursday, April 20 - Saturday, April 22 Time: Thurs-Fri 4-8 pm: Sat 12-8 pm EVENT DETAILS HERE   2. Pinners Conference Where: Expo Idaho Center When: Friday, April 21 & Saturday, April 22 Time: Fri 10 am - 8 pm : Sat 9 am -7 pm EVENT DETAILS HERE   3. Shade City Brewfest Where: Botanical Gardens When: Friday, April 21 & Saturday, April 22 Time: Fri 5-9 pm : Sat 1-6 pm EVENT DETAILS HERE   4. Eagle Spring Fling Where: Public Eagle Parks When: Saturday, April 22 Time: 9am - 12pm DETAILS HERE   5. Meridian Main Street Market Where: Downtown Meridian When: Saturday, April 22 Time: 9 am - 1 pm DETAILS HERE

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Neighborhood Spotlight: Eagle, Idaho

Eagle is one of Idaho’s fastest-growing communities located just outside of Boise. It's desirable for being a quiet suburb with dozens of manicured neighborhoods dotted with beautiful new homes (and extravagant multi-acre estates!). A small yet very charming downtown core lends a bit of nostalgia and simplicity to this upscale area of the Treasure Valley. Read on to find out more about one of Idaho’s premier communities! History:  Idaho was booming in the 1800’s during the gold rush as many people moved out west in hopes to strike it rich. Dating all the way back to 1863, an Illinois native by the name of Truman C. Catlin had purchased 160 acres of land along the Boise River with plans of irrigation and farmland. Today, this land is known as Eagle Island, appropriately named for the abundance of bald eagles along the river . Catlin successfully irrigated 700 acres of land, digging ditches throughout most parts of the valley, which to this day, still exist. Another property owner in the area Thomas Hugh Aikens successfully lobbied to build a bridge connecting his properties on the north side and south sides of the Boise River by offering luxury carriage rides and a free picnic to voters. He then deeded 15-acres to the township which then was officially named “Eagle.” A once slow-moving town of just a few hundred people experienced over 200% growth between 1990 and 2000. Why?  The prospect of a better quality of life. In the 1970’s, Eagle became incorporated into Ada County. Since then, planned developments (popular ones including Two Rivers, Island Woods, and Lexington Hills) drew in thousands of new homeowners touting affordability, new construction, and ease of living. More info: https://www.eaglemagazine.com/history/15-historical-facts-about-eagle/ Demographics: With the most recent data released for Eagle’s population, there are estimated to be 33,478 people in the city with an average growth rate of 3.22% each year. Just to give you an idea, back in 2000, the city of Eagle;s population was roughly 11,100 people. And since 2020, Eagle has seen a huge growth of 10.32%, making it the 12th largest city in the whole State of Idaho. Another statistic, Eagle is highly dominated in homeowners than it is in renters, with 85.5% of the population being homeowners and only 14.5% being renters. When it comes to the average education of homeowners within Eagle city limits, 30.12% have a Bachelor’s degree and 24.68% have at least some sort of college experience. Another most recent study showcased that the average household income for the city of Eagle in 2023 is $131,440. When it comes to age demographics in Eagle, the median is 46.1 years old (Female 48.4 years, Male 44 years.) More info: https://worldpopulationreview.com/us-cities/eagle-id-population Housing Market: The current average sold price of a house is $1,125,086 and the median sales price is $899,900. Data from Boise Regional Realtors and IMLS.  Search for properties in Eagle here Attractions:  Between golf courses, hiking trails, boutiques, local restaurants, and of course, the infamous Eagle Island State Park, this old farm town has a lot to offer when it comes to attractions and entertainment. Just within the last few years, Eagle has gained quite a few amazing eateries including: Crave Bardenay Coyne’s Bodacious Pig Oak Barrel DaVinci’s Rembrandt's Other attractions include the new luxe theater, indoor tennis club, and multiple sport complexes.   Eagle Island State Park: Eagle Island State Park spans 545 acres along the Boise River between Linder and Eagle roads. It offers a variety of seasonal activities hosted throughout the year. During the summer months, recreational water activities are allowed such as swimming and paddle boarding. During the months with nicer weather, horseback riding, zip lining, hiking, biking and bird watching are just a few of the fun family-friendly activities offered. During the winter months, Eagle Island provides winter tubing on man-made snow hills for the whole family to enjoy. They make their own snow, ensuring snowy fun even if there isn’t snow on the ground elsewhere. More info: https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/eagle-island/   Interested in living in Eagle? Contact us to tell us more about what you're looking for, and we'd love to help you call Eagle home.  Search for Eagle homes now!

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