Fairy & Gnome House Scavenger Hunt Welcome to the Fairy & Gnome House Exhibit Scavenger Hunt! I hope you’re ready to go exploring throughout our Enchanted Garden to find a few gems that make our Garden one-of-a-kind! This Scavenger Hunt will take approximately 45-60 minutes to complete. Good Luck & have fun! Get the map here 1. Petrified Log For your first stop, do not let the name fool you:although the name suggests it is petrified, this natural item is not under a spell, scared, or terrified. However, looking at it you may not be sure of the process that changed what once was wood. Over thousands of years, minerals were absorbed into the tree after it fell where it once stood. 2. Locomotive Bell Your next stop will be at an item that may make you want to say, “all aboard,” nearer to the treehouse is where you will walk toward. While you are going full steam ahead, don’t forget to give this artifact a look, when you find it-ring it! Others in the Garden will be shook! After a locomotive crash, this unique piece was rescued and donated in 1989, if it could speak, what adventures would it tell? 3. Koi Pond For the next stop you will be looking for creatures the color of a clementine. Be careful to not be put under their enchanting spell! Looking into our 12-foot-deep pool you will be able to spot some of our most colorful employees, vibrant hues of red, black, and orange swirl around, but no hands in the water please! It may come as a surprise that some of these Koi fish are over 20 years old, one of their descriptive names is “Cheeto” and all look elegant. 4. Turkey Prints A hike up to the Dry Garden is next on your list, truth be told, there, you’ll find imprints left behind from an animal related to a pheasant. While these can be tough to spot, remember they are just “feet” away from our Dry Garden bed. The feathered residents sure left their lasting mark on this spot as they gobbled. Look closely at the ground beneath your feet to observe tracks with three toes. This area with concrete where you now stand once housed turkeys, what a lovely viewpoint they had I suppose! 5. The Labyrinth In an Eastern direction you will want to stroll - heading slowly up the hill, this next stop you will discover there is one path in and one path out, a meditative thrill. After venturing past the veggie garden when you enter this circle, time will slow down. What a lovely, calming stop above to view our beautiful town! Around and around, it is time to reflect on your journey thus far. Take time to reconnect with nature, close your eyes, and wish upon a lucky star. 6. Large Curl-leaf Mountain Mahogany Next on your mission, head back towards the Treehouse and give this tree a look. This interesting specimen is a western slow grower that is found in our meandering path’s nook. The species of tree before you is one of the longest lived of all the flowering plants, related to a Rose but whose flowers lack petals, it truly is a vision - it enchants! With leaves that twist and twirl around, the age of this plant can be very profound. At a lifespan that can reach nearly 2000 years old, take a moment to stand and behold! 7. Herb Garden Stone Retaining Wall Along a curved red brick path near the garden store, your final discovery is waiting. Salvaged from a downtown building, this material was used in this edible space’s creating. When looking for a flavorful addition to a meal, or mesmerizing smell to create a soap or candle, the aromas found in this portion of the garden are magical, if your sense of smell can handle. You did it! Congratulations on completing this fantastical Garden expedition! We hope you’ve learned from our living museum on your scavenger hunt mission! Before you go, stop by our Volunteer in the plaza under the green umbrella, they will provide you with a small token of our thanks for participating in this quest!

Basics of Fly Casting with Erik Moncada $25 members $35 non-members This class is currently full! Curious if fly fishing is for you? Tuesday, March 12th 5:45 PM - 7:45 PM | 2355 Old Penitentiary Rd (on the Idaho Botanical Garden's Outlaw Field outdoor space) ​ Join Erik Moncada from Idaho Anger Fly shop for a fun experience designed for the beginner. Idaho Botanical Garden’s Outlaw Field is the perfect space to practice your casting. Erik has been teaching fly fishing for over thirteen years and will teach you the basics of fly casting with simple techniques and terminology to make it fun and easy! Erik’s approach is fun and easygoing as he shares his knowledge to provide the tools needed to help you feel confident to take it on yourself. Note: Fly rods will be provided to practice with. This is an outdoor class, so please dress appropriately for the weather. ​ ​ ​ ​ Sign up here Getting Here Bike walk, skate, or carpool. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions

STEAM Camps with IBG Summer 2024 Get excited for a summer full of learning and fun with the Idaho Botanical Garden! Camps with IBG feature hands-on STEAM-focused (science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics) programming that supports creativity, problem-solving, and fostering a passion for the natural world. Participants in STEAM Camps with IBG will form a community of learners who conduct experiments like scientists, discover the Treasure Valley’s complex ecology, and explore our outdoor classroom and living museum. ​ What to consider when choosing a STEAM camp with IBG? We are excited to offer extended day programming at the Garden - over 5 hours per day! This means learners will participate in structured activities, eat their lunch on-site, and explore our outdoor classroom in varying weather conditions. ​ For our new camp experiences, ideal learners will have completed Kindergarten or previously participated in a daycare and/or preschool educational setting and be at least five years of age when camp is held. ​ *Registration for STEAM Camps with IBG will open March 4th for Garden Members. ​ Preview of our new themes this summer for STEAM Camps with IBG below. Adventures in Gardening Dates: June 24th-27th Times: 9 am - 1:30 pm* Ages: 5-6, 7-8 Max registration: 20 per age cohort Prices: $225 members | $300 non-members ​ Oh, the things you'll grow to know! Campers will work together to plan and plant raised garden beds. They will learn how to create their own soil through compost, gain experience transplanting and seeding, and then harvest mature veggies in IBG's Veggie Garden. ​ *Camp programming runs 9a-1:30p, with ½ hour drop off and pick up window with supervised choice activities (drop off 8:30a-9a, pick up 1:30-2p) ​ ​ ​ Sign Up (7-8) Sign Up (5-6) STEAM in the Field Dates: July 8th-11th Times : 9 am - 1:30p* Ages: 7-8, 9-10 Max registration: 20 per age cohort Prices : $225 members | $300 non-members Let’s explore the many ways we practice measuring STEAM in nature! During camp we will invite STEAM experts to share their field practices and experiences. Campers will explore topics that can be measured in the Garden such as, the value of plants, determining what insects are present, looking for signs of wildlife that roam around, and watching for birds that occupy our branches in the Garden. ​ *Camp programming runs 9a-1:30p, with ½ hour drop off and pick up window with supervised choice activities (drop off 8:30a-9a, pick up 1:30-2p) ​ ​ ​ ​ Sign Up (7-8) Sign Up (9-10) Budding Artists Dates: July 22nd-25th Times: 9 am - 1:30p* Ages: 5-6, 7-8 Max registration: 20 per age cohort Prices : $225 members | $300 non-members This camp will offer learners the space to think, reflect, and observe to better understand STEAM in nature and provide opportunities to let their creativity bloom. Campers will explore the Garden through their senses and gain perspective from guests such as children-specific Yogi instructors, art-forward STEM scientists, and local musicians. Learners can look forward to connecting with nature in new ways! *Camp programming runs 9a-1:30p, with ½ hour drop off and pick up window with supervised choice activities (drop off 8:30a-9a, pick up 1:30-2p) ​ 5-6 Year-Old Camp is sold out. Please look at our other camp options. ​ ​ ​ 5-6 Year-Old SOLD OUT Sign Up (7-8) Garden Greatest Hits Dates: August 5th - 8th Times: 9 am - 1:30p* Ages: 5 -6, 7-8 Max registration: 20 per age cohort Prices : $225 members | $300 non-members ​ Did your learner miss their chance to attend one of our earlier STEAM camps? Well, have no fear, the Garden Greatest Hits camp is here! Our STEAM Team will pick the best activities from the summer season to curate a fun week to end the summer. *Camp programming runs 9a-1:30p, with ½ hour drop off and pick up window with supervised choice activities (drop off 8:30a-9a, pick up 1:30-2p) ​ ​ ​ Sign Up (5-6) Sign Up (7-8) Partnership Camps Wizarding Camp Dates: June 3rd-6th and June 10th-13th *Note: Please sign up for only one week; we will run the same camp twice to open up this opportunity to more interested campers! Ages: 7-10 Max registration: 20 per camp week Price: $450 ​ The Discovery Center of Idaho and the Idaho Botanical Garden are excited to partner again this year to provide whole day programming full of hands-on magical fun! Learners will start their day at the Garden and end each day at the Discovery Center, where campers will be sorted into unique houses, learn about herbology, potions, magical creatures and more! The week will end with a scavenger hunt (your wand will choose you!) and an official wizarding ceremony! ​ *Transportation daily from the Idaho Botanical Garden to the Discovery Center is included in the Wizarding Camp cost. Drop-off location: Idaho Botanical Garden. Pick-up location: Discovery Center of Idaho. ​ Wizarding Camp registration begins March 4th and will be through the Discovery Center of Idaho webpage . For partnership camps, there are no membership discounts. Wizarding Camp offers no member discounts that will apply for either IBG or DCI members. ​ Getting Here Bike walk, skate, or carpool. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions In Partnership With

Fairy & Gnome Home Exhibit April 27 - May 27 during Garden Hours General Admission Free to Members! Escape into a world of fantasy and imagination! Do you believe in fairies and gnomes? If you do, then you're in for a magical treat! The Fairy and Gnome Home Exhibit is coming to the Garden on April 27, and believe us when we say you won't want to miss this captivating experience. This event will showcase a collection of fairy and gnome houses built by our community that will surely capture your imagination and leave you in awe! This exhibit is a must-see event for folks who love all things enchantment, creativity, and imagination. It's a chance to experience the magic of the fairy world and the whimsy of gnome homes throughout the Garden. Mark your calendars and don't miss this chance to be transported into a world of wonder! ​ Thank you to our Partnership with Project Filter Thank you to our Sponsor, Ace Hardware Getting here Ride your broom, bike, or dragon. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. The Boise Green Belt makes for an excellent pre-event experience. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions Fairy & Gnome Home Exhibit Kick-off Event We had an amazing time, see you all next year! ​ Join us on April 27th, 11a - 3p, for food, live music, magical fairy princesses, and a scavenger hunt! Enjoy the beauty of the Idaho Botanical Garden and joyful miniature abodes of every kind, creatively hand-crafted by members of our local community. ​ Whether you're a kid or a kid at heart, we encourage folks to dress in fantastic fairytale regalia and celebrate with us. ​ The only cost is general Garden admission for non-members, and admission is free to members as always! ​ ​

The Garden is a 501(c)(3) organization and gifts are tax deductible. We receive no general city, state, or federal funding. So... your gift makes a big impact! Thank you! We love our community! IBG supports local organizations, nonprofits, and Treasure Valley schools through redeemable event vouchers and Garden memberships. We prioritize requests from organizations that serve our region through: ​ Education and/or clubs that directly affect students Cultural arts Support for military families and first responders Environmental stewardship Other community-building services IBG does not provide donations to individuals, political campaigns, out-of-country missions, or for-profit organizations and businesses. We receive a large number of requests every year and donations are limited. If making a request, please fill out the form at the link below. Please, no phone calls or physical mail requests. If your organization is interested in a donation from the Garden, please complete our Donation Request Form to check your eligibility and request a donation! Donation requests must be made one month prior to the date of the event. Thank you! Donation Request Form Donation Request 2024 Spring Appeal Spring is in the air and we have more than just new blooms to celebrate this season! This year marks the 40th anniversary of the first planting in the Garden grounds. Discover how you impact the Garden and how you can impact the future in this year's Spring Appeal. Check it out here Ways to give Create a Garden Legacy with a Planned Gift Idaho Botanical Garden sincerely appreciates forward-thinking donors who make charitable gifts to the Garden through their wills or estate plans. Planned giving gifts help the Garden fulfill our mission and secure our future. ​ You can decide if you want to support the Garden as a whole or a specific area or program. In addition, planned giving gifts allow you the opportunity to create a legacy that ensures the Garden’s continued vitality and growth from one generation to the next, making an extraordinary living gift to loved ones and future guests to our community. ​ There are several types of planned gifts to choose from, some of which may provide tax benefits: ​ Bequests Retirement Assets Life Insurance Real Estate Stock ​ If you are considering a legacy gift, please consult your estate attorney or tax preparer to determine the best way to realize your philanthropic goals. All information is kept in the strictest confidence. We believe that charitable planning is a process that ideally involves the donor, professional advisors, and our gift planning staff—all working together to arrange the best gift possible. Please feel free to contact us for more information or assistance. ​ Legal Name: Idaho Botanical Gardens, Inc. Tax I.D. Number: 82-0379274 Incorporated In: Boise, ID ​ If you have any questions or have already included Idaho Botanical Garden in your estate plans, please contact Jennifer Dunmire, Development Director at (208) 275-8603 or jennifer@idahobotanicalgarden.org . Memorial Ceremonies The Idaho Botanical Garden offers an atmosphere of beauty and tranquility for a memorial service. The natural setting evokes a feeling of a celebration of life. If you choose the Garden to honor your loved one, a local funeral home may help you with the setting up of chairs, the program, music and signature book. Some families prefer to plan a ceremony themselves. To learn more about honoring a loved one at the Garden, contact us at (208) 343-8649. Dedications Dedication gifts are a unique way to celebrate a special occasion or remember a loved one. These enduring and tax-deductible gifts support our work to promote environmental stewardship, education, and enjoyment for Idaho Botanical Garden members and community. To donate a gift “In Honor” or “In Memory” of a loved one online today, please click on the Make a Dedication button and leave any notation in the “comments” box. Commemorative pavers Engraved pavers can be purchased to commemorate births, graduations, weddings, anniversaries, or special occasions, or simply to honor a loved one. Pavers come in two sizes with up to 15 characters of engraving per line including punctuation and spaces: ​ $150 for a 5.75″x 8″ paver with 3 lines of engraving $250 for a 5.75″x 11″ paver with 4 lines of engraving. Commemorative pavers will be placed twice annually, in the spring and fall, in the entrance to the Children’s Adventure Garden. Dedicate a bench Benches allow visitors to rest and enjoy scenic views at Idaho Botanical Garden. Dedicate a bench in honor of a friend or loved one to ensure that others can appreciate the Garden as much as you do. ​ A stone bench may be dedicated in the name of an individual. Benches are available from 4’-6’ in length ranging from $8,000 - $12,000. Stone benches are typically made of locally quarried sandstone and are engraved with “in honor/tribute/memory of,” as appropriate, and the name of the honoree. ​ Donors are welcome to suggest a preferred location for the bench; final bench style and location is chosen by the Garden Design Review Committee. The Garden reserves the right to move or relocate benches in the future if gardens are renovated or redesigned. Make a dedication Endowments Donations to our endowment are an investment in our future intended to provide Idaho Botanical Garden with financial assets and annual income that sustain the organization for the long-term. Endowment funds exist to maintain and expand our horticultural collections, to sustain our community events, to support our ongoing operations, and for many other purposes. A donor may contribute to our General Endowment, to existing funds, or establish a new fund. Gifts to the endowment may be made outright, as well as be provided for through a Planned Gift. ​ For information regarding endowment giving opportunities, please contact Jennifer Dunmire, Development Director, at (208) 275-8603 or jennifer@idahobotanicalgarden.org . Donations to the Garden enrich the lives of every visitor. Donate here Give Jennifer a call (208) 343-8649 jennifer@idahobotanicalgarden.org jennifer@idahobotanicalgarden.org Give Jennifer a call at(208) 343-8649 Get in touch Volunteer As a volunteer, you play an integral role in helping Idaho Botanical Garden grow. Your time, talent, and enthusiasm provide essential support to the staff and to the mission of the Garden. Volunteer here Sponsorship Idaho Botanical Garden offers a unique opportunity for businesses and organizations to make connections with the natural world while meeting company goals for giving to the community. Partner with us Donate Donations to our annual fund directly support our ability to serve as a community educational resource, an advocate for the environment, and a gathering place for all. Donate here Impact of donations The Idaho Botanical Garden is an independent nonprofit community gathering space dedicated to connecting people of all ages, abilities, and circumstances to the natural world through environmental education, sustainable horticulture, and cultural events. IBG’s 15 acres of cultivated specialty gardens welcome over 150,000 guests each year. A resource for horticultural knowledge and conservation, IBG hosts a variety of events, from educational programs highlighting the ecology of the Intermountain West to concerts featuring regional and national artists. The Garden’s offerings empower guests to become knowledgeable stewards of the environment and active supporters of Treasure Valley’s rapidly growing community.

Harvest Days Members — FREE Non-members — $12 Seniors (65+) — $10 Youth 4-12 — $8 Kids 3 & under — FREE October 6 - 28 Join us throughout October for a series of engaging and culturally enriching events that promise something for everyone. Discover the magic of community connection and vibrant celebrations at our upcoming event lineup at the Idaho Botanical Garden. Fall into Fun at Idaho Botanical Garden Fall Artist Market Autumn is just around the corner, and the Idaho Botanical Garden is getting ready for our Fall Harvest celebrations each Saturday throughout the month of October! One of the ways we are hoping to make these events new and exciting is by expanding our artist market. A Month of Celebration Harvest Days at the Garden is a month-long extravaganza featuring a variety of themed experiences to celebrate the harvest season, culture, and festivity. Here is what we have lined up! Idaho Social Dance We're kicking off with the energetic and lively Idaho Social Dance, a night of music featuring Hillfolk Noir and square-dancing excitement that promises to get your feet tapping and spirits soaring. ​ Learn more and get tickets here. Oct 6 / 6-10p Harvest Marketplace Embrace the enchanting Harvest theme as we host a Fall Plant Sale and local vendors. It's a chance to revel in the beauty of the season and maybe find a few treasures along the way. Down to the Wire Choir will be performing this day! Oct 7 / 10a-3p Hispanic Heritage Day Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Hispanic Heritage, a day dedicated to honoring the traditions, flavors, and rhythms that shape this vibrant culture. Performers to expect are: Mariachi Tleyoltztin, Ballet Folklorico Mexico Lindo, and Tejano Outlaw! Oct 14 / 10a-3p Oktoberfest Get ready for a spirited celebration at our Oktoberfest! Bring your favorite stein and enjoy a beer and brat while you mingle with fellow attendees. Don't forget to dress for the occasion - the more festive, the better! Bacon Drive will perform live music. Oct 21 / 10a-3p Ghoul's Day Out As Halloween approaches, it's time to let out your inner child (or ghoul!). Join us for a spooktacular day filled with creativity and fun. We encourage adults and children of any age to embrace the spirit of the season and dress up for a day of delightful chills and thrills. There will be a costume parade for those looking to strut their stuff, so don't hold back! There will also be a live music performance by High Pine Whiskey Yell. Let us know if you are gonna be there so we can make sure to have enough treats! ​ Help us make sure we have enough treats! RSVP here. Oct 28 / 10a-3p Scarecrow Stroll For more than a decade, the Garden has burst with the enchanting energy of the Scarecrow Stroll. Wander the Garden all October and immerse yourself in the vibrant display of our community's creative flair, commanding the spotlight and weaving the Garden into a delightful canvas adorned with charming scarecrows. Join us in celebrating this cherished tradition that merges art, nature, and the magic of autumn. Fall Plant Sale Embrace the beauty of autumn with our Fall Plant Sale, where nature's vibrant hues meet your garden! This is your last chance to dive into a world of rich, warm tones and exquisite foliage as you explore our curated selection of seasonal delights before spring. Check out the sneak peak below to start making your list. Fall Plant Sale List Saturday, October 7 from 10a - 3p Getting Here Bike, walk, carpool, or even jump on a broom stick. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! Please be advised there are detours on Warm Springs Ave. 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions

Fairy & Gnome Home Event is coming up soon! Learn more here Upcoming Events Learn Education is one of our core values. We offer great opportunities for youth and adults to connect with and in nature. Learn more Join Our members are the soil that helps our Garden thrive. Join, renew, or gift a membership today and support green space in our community. Join, Renew, or Gift Today Visit Our incredible team of horticulturists has created an oasis for you to explore and discover. Come see what your support built! Come visit Cultivate. Educate. Celebrate. Our mission is to grow our community by connecting people, plants, and nature. We believe that the Treasure Valley deserves a place to gather and experience nature together! Donate today Best Garden in Idaho! A garden built on passion for the growing botanical world. Beautiful place during winter or spring and summer…many cool events and is handily located next to historic old prison as well as 5 minutes from down town. - Elbotino This is small in acreage, but is just packed with flowers of all different kinds. I took far more pictures here than I did on all of the rest of my trip to Idaho combined - Rheinhold The individual gardens were wonderfully marked with botanical information and some history. It was a refreshing way to meander on a hot day in cool shade and seeing a huge variety of flowers and foliage. The many volunteers were very helpful. - Judi Classes & Workshops Check it out here April Spring Interest Check it out here See what's popping in the Garden this month!

Earth Day Yoga $10 members $20 non-members This class is currently full. Celebrate Earth Day with a spring yoga session! Monday, April 22, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | 2355 Old Penitentiary Rd (outdoor if weather permits) Looking for a creative way to express your gratitude for our planet on Earth Day? Join Jason Allen Carr as he guides you through an infusion of stretches, QiGong movements, yoga, color meditation, and a mini sound bath at the end connecting you to the energy within you and around you. Use this practice to contemplate and celebrate your interconnectedness with the Earth! Note: This all-level yoga class will take place indoors in the Idaho Botanical Garden classroom, unless weather permits an outdoor practice. An IBG Education Team member will reach out prior to the class with information on location. Please bring a yoga mat along with any other props you find conducive to your practice. . ​ This class is currently full. ​ Sign up here Getting Here Bike walk, skate, or carpool. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions

Thoughtful Landscaping for Wildlife with Wild Birds Unlimited $15 members $25 non-members This class is currently full! You can support Idaho's native wildlife and have a beautiful yard too! Tuesday, March 19th 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | 2355 Old Penitentiary Rd (Idaho Botanical Garden Classroom) Interested in helping support Idaho’s native wildlife while also making your yard more beautiful and ecofriendly? Join Wild Birds Unlimited at the Garden as they talk about how to create a habitat in your own yard that will attract and support native wildlife. ​ Learn about key elements that can turn your yard into a wildlife haven and make your own flower seed bombs using local seeds so you can start making a difference in your yard right away! ​ ​ ​ Sign up here Getting Here Bike walk, skate, or carpool. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions

Idaho Social Dance Members: $8 Youth 4-12: $8 Non-Members: $16 Kids 3 & Under: FREE October 6, 2023 6:00p – 10:00p Tickets are available now! Dance the Night Away Help us kick off Fall Harvest with an old-time dance event for the ages! We're partnering with the fine folks from Hillfolk Noir to bring square-dancing back to the Treasure Valley...at least for one night. Expect some good eats, cold beverages, dancing and amazing music! Not into dancing? Just grab a drink, pull up a straw bale, and watch others cut a rug to the best Junkerdash band in Idaho (with several special guest musicians and callers!) See ya there! Get your tickets here! Getting Here Bike, walk, skate, or carpool. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions Hillfolk Noir Built on more than 15 years of “junkerdash” tradition, Hillfolk takes their acoustic guitar, double bass, and “anything you can find at a hardware store” sound and integrates driving drums and an electrified sound. From mountains of frontman Travis Ward’s ragged, spiral-bound notebooks this Boise, Idaho-based band tells earnest stories about the lives of lovers, law-breakers, and the lion-hearted. “If John Steinbeck owned a speakeasy,” said John Doe (X, the Knitters), “Hillfolk Noir would be the house band.”

Bug Day Members: $9 Youth 4-12: $9 Non-Members: $13 Kids 3 & Under: FREE September 16, 2023 10a - 4p (last entry at 3p) Tickets are available now! Discover a whole world right below your feet or buzzing in the air! Bug Day offers a variety of bug-themed booths and activities that will captivate young minds and ignite their curiosity. From interactive exhibits to hands-on learning, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Live music adds a lively soundtrack to the Bug Day experience, creating a joyful atmosphere as you explore the bug-filled wonders around them. Food trucks offer a delectable selection of bites and beverages, with something to satisfy every craving and keep everyone energized throughout the day. The VW bug car show is a unique display that combines classic cars with bug-themed excitement. Get your tickets here! Explore the Event! Bug Day Map Bug-themed fun awaits you! Our 22nd annual Bug Day offers a variety of bug-themed booths and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math) activities, interactive exhibits, and hands-on learning available for learners of any age. There will also be live music from 12-2p, food trucks, and The VW Bug car show - a unique display that combines classic cars with bug-themed excitement - and you can vote for your favorite creation! ​ The distance from the admission kiosk to the plaza and the Garden's more cultivated, shaded portion is 212 yards long. This includes a 24 yards-long ramp that meets ADA slope requirements. Please let us know of any accessibility concerns when you arrive at the kiosk. Bug Day Exhibits Learn more about the Bug Day exhibitors below! VW Bugs / German Speed View the imaginative creations of VW Bugs masquerading as insect-like creatures. Vote for your favorite design! Learn more about German Speed Miss Bitsy Mantis / Colossal Collective We welcome you to interact with Bitsy, a 20-foot-long dancing praying mantis! See if you can find Bitsy meandering the Garden. Learn more about Colossal Collective Bats / Lucky Peak State Park Bats are pollinators and bug-eaters too - these flying friends are vital to healthy ecosystems! Come learn all about the bats of Idaho. Learn more about Lucky Peak State Park Who lives in soil? / Ada Soil & Water Conservation District See a soil health demonstration and discover who is living in the soil using a microscope! Learn more about Ada Soil & Water Conservation District Dragonflies / LifeOutdoors – Finding Dragons View a reference collection of dragonflies from the Boise area and then play a “build a dragonfly” game! Learn more about LifeOutdoors Build a Bug / PCS Edventures Bug-building challenges abound at this station. Are you up to the challenge? Learn more about PCS Edventures Crickets / Because International Learn about Because International’s mission and their highlight on crickets and Entomophagy – eating insects, and discover for yourself that crickets are a high source of protein! Learn more about Because International Macroinvertebrates / The WaterShed Education Center Investigate river and pond macroinvertebrates to learn what scientists can discover about water quality! Learn more about The WaterShed Education Center Preserved Insects / Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History Observe preserved insect specimens and view insect-related items for sale from the museum store! Learn more about the Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History Digital Bugs / Onramp Mobile Lab Explore digital drawing by learning to draw on an iPad and include photographs! Learn more about the Onramp Mobile Lab Bugs around the World / U of I Extension Get up close to a wide variety of live bugs from around the world including some of the world’s largest cockroach species, a giant millipede, tarantulas, and much more! Learn more about the U of I Extension Brave Kids Art Club / Brad Woodard Practice drawing different insects and use block stamps to make your own critter creation! Learn more about Brave Kids Art Club Carnivorous Plants / Gem State Carnivores Come see a variety of carnivorous plants with an appetite! Locally propagated carnivorous plants will also be available for purchase. Learn more about Gem State Carnivores Bees / Treasure Valley Beekeepers Come view honeybees in an observation hive and see if you can find the Queen bee. Bee sure to bring your bee-related questions! Learn more about Treasure Valley Beekeepers Ask an Entomologist / Entomology Experts Learn from entomological experts and get help identifying caught specimens from the Garden! Pollinators / Boise Farmers Market Discover some of the fascinating forms and functions of different pollinators! Learn more about the Boise Farmers Market Insects of the Forest / US Forest Service – Forest Health Protection Ever wonder which insects call the forest home? Come see preserved insect displays to learn the names of forest insects so you can spot them on your next hike! Learn more about the US Forest Service - Forest Health Protection Story in Motion / IBG Walk through the Labyrinth and enjoy a story about how plants can’t sit still. See if you can spot the hidden pollinator on each page! Facepainting / Flamingo Faces Forgot your costume? No worries, you can pay to have a fantastical face paint creation to show off your love of bugs! Getting Here Bike walk, skate, or carpool. We love our planet and we love it when our guests use alternative forms of transportation. But if driving is a must, here are some directions! 2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, Idaho 83712 Give me directions Fiddle Express: Live at Bug Day Get ready for a toe-tapping treat at Bug Day – Fiddle Express is coming to town! Straight from the Beck family of Idaho, these bluegrass virtuosos are set to make Bug Day an unforgettable experience. Fiddle Express has been wowing audiences for a decade with their enchanting mix of Monroe classics, Twin Fiddling, and irresistible energy. Their musical journey is spreading far and wide from stages in Idaho to neighboring states. Don't miss their performance from 12-2p. Refuel at the Food Trucks Rusty Dog Kona Ice Slow River Sizzlin Stone Pizza Sweet Dreams