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Snowshoe or Hike To The Langer Lake Complex!

This is a sensational hike with relatively easy access, a long daytrip and perfect for a weekend back packing trip. There are 4 or 5 lakes with tons of great camp sites. The fishing is great with some of the lakes holding numerous 8-10 inch trout and others with some real lunkers. At least two of the lakes have fish in the 20 inch range. This shot was taken on memorial day weekend in a low snow year in about 2007. I thought we would be able to easily hike in but there ended up being 3 feet of snow most of the way. We were able to hike on top of it and made it but only found 2 small spots that were snow free for camping! Needless to say the fishing was not great that early,…

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The Cats Out Of The Bag! Morels Are In!

Find below links to maps and some general directions and tips. Or join us on Memorial day, May 25 for some fast and furious mushrooming action. Time and weather permitting we are leading a treasure hunt to the Garden Valley area to pick mushrooms and make new friends!

Ok here is the deal. Forest Fires are the ticket. The first spring after a fire has burned the mushrooms come up like there is no tomorrow. The conditions including moisture and soil temperature need to be just right and viola. I picked the three gallons in the picture in about one and a half hours. Once you find them they are usually thick. morel Idaho First put a little thought into the conditions, then do some forays into different terrain…

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A few simply common sense ideas to help keep the surprises to a minimum.

Boise's real estate market is hot and depending on the price range you are looking in you may or may not be in a position to ask for any repairs included in your offer. That said, it is still great to look at these and factor in which may need attention so you do not over pay when you buy real estate in Boise or the surrounding areas.


Buying a home is a big deal for a first time buyer or a seasoned buyer.  It is not something that is an inexpensive purchase and not something that should be taken lightly.  It is recommended in all cases that a home inspection be performed when purchasing a home as there are items that are commonly found during a home inspection that just can't…

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Noah killed it! This video is from two different trips and only has a few of the rapids. Editing it really reminded me what a special river this is. It has it all, scenery, whitewater, solitude, fishing, chukars and turkeys! What more could you want. A hot spring I guess, well you cant have everything! This is definitely where I will be dreaming about being when I am to old and headed for the first tee.

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Boise Idaho real estate agents Mike and Erica Carr are hosting a fun event for all! Bring a drink and join us at the Nordic Lodge at Bogus Basin for a moonlit night of skiing and snowshoeing. We will provide chili and Dutch oven corn bread for all!

 

The date is February 5, 2015 from 5 o'clock

until 8 o'clock. The Nordic center has rental equipment available. Feel free to call if you have any questions! Not into cross country skiing? Then just hang by the fireplace in the lodge with the cooks or grab some chili and go take a few runs on the down hill slopes! So this event is great for the young and the young at heart! Please rsvp at your convenience so we know how much corn bread to make!

 

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No open houses for me this weekend! It's time for the Komen Race For The Cure. For the last four years I have been volunteering for The Race For The Cure, here in Boise Idaho. I am in the Survivor tent helping make sure everyone who wants a cup of coffee from The Human Bean or a sandwich from Blimpie’s gets one. We decorate the tent to provide a bright and peaceful place for all of the Survivors to relax and enjoy everyone’s company (each survivor can bring 1 guest). It brings a smile to my heart to see all of the survivors smiling faces. The survivor tent opens at 7:30 am.
 This year we glazed plates at Piggy Pigs Pottery, thank you Becky and David! We will use these to decorate the tent and to display the geraniums that are so thoughtfully donated by…

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Attention Turkey Hunters!

Planning on moving to the Boise area?

  Want to get up to speed on turkeys in Idaho?

There are lots of Boise homes for sale to choose from! As soon as we have that out of the way (or sooner if possible), I will help you bag your first Idaho long beard!

 

Happy Hunters! Less Than An Hour From Boise!

I will teach you where they live and some strategies for a successful hunt! There is good hunting close to Boise, but even better less pressured areas further north. There are some areas that have strong population numbers but they usually have high numbers of two legged turkeys as well. So after opening I try for spots that may have had a little less pressure!  We may even be able to combine rafting and turkey…

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It doesn’t matter whether you are planning to move across the country or just to a house in a different part of Boise, with kids can be a very difficult and stressful experience. However, kids tend to be very resilient and as long as you take the proper time and care to listen to their concerns and prepare them for what to expect you can help them to see this more of an adventure and not something to be dreaded. Here is a list of tips and hints that are sure to help you and your children make it through your moving experience.

1.)   Throw A Moving Party: A great idea is for you to plan and throw a moving party with your kids. A moving party is a great way to bring some fun and excitement into an otherwise stressful situation. Kids love parties and it…

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Looking For A Safe Place To Move Too? Move to Boise Idaho!

Mayberry = Boise on Steroids!

And Boise Idaho real estate is reasonably priced! You only need to look at a few homes for sale in the Boise mls to see that.

Movoto's blog has ranked Boise as the Number 8 safest city in the country. With a strong middle class, even distribution of wealth, an educated public the incentive to rape, pillage and plunder is just not there. In Boise Idaho we have very little crime. In fact in 2112 there was only 1 murder. So I feel that if Movoto, a national real estate broker can give Boise an award so can I.

So without further delay I hereby award Boise Idaho as the winner of the first every

"Mayberry" USA Award!

Hey Jack as someone once said, with…

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Home prices are on the rise, and inventories are very low. That makes now a great time to get your house in great condition to command a good price.

Get more money to put toward your next home purchase. Implement these tips to get your home ready to sell quickly at a great price and be ready to find your next place.

1. Make sure you have great curb appeal. Mow your lawn, weed your garden, and clean it up. Do any minor repairs that you can that affect the approach to your home. Do the same out back. A poor first impression will make buyers more critical on the inside, looking for flaws.

2. De-clutter the inside of your home. Less clutter and neatness signal good care and give the impression of more space. Consider renting a storage unit to store…

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