The ice caves are a legend in Rexburg. I've never been out there, but everyone loves it!
Directions- Head out of Rexburg towards the sand dunes on the road that passes in front of Wal-Mart. Keep going straight and you will reach the sand dunes. Right as the dunes begin to end there is a cattle guard on the road, cross it. Now keep driving straight for 20 to 30 minutes until you come upon another cattle guard in the road. Very shortly after this second guard there should be a dirt road that goes off to your right. Follow it out for another 15 to 25 minutes and you will find the cave.
http://www.backcountrysecrets.com/point/102/Rexburg-Area-Ice-Caves-Idaho.aspx
http://www.rexburgoutdoors.com/outdoor1/adventures/caves/icecaves.html
Directions- Head out of Rexburg towards the sand dunes on the road that passes in front of Wal-Mart. Keep going straight and you will reach the sand dunes. Right as the dunes begin to end there is a cattle guard on the road, cross it. Now keep driving straight for 10 to 15 minutes and on the right hand side of the road there will be a small wooden sign that says civil defense caves. Go right on to the dirt road and follow it for 10 to 15 minutes. The road will fork a couple of times but always stay left and keep an eye out for a big hole in the ground.
http://www.rexburgoutdoors.com/outdoor1/adventures/caves/civildefensecaves.html
http://www.backcountrysecrets.com/point/33/Civil-Defense-Caves-Idaho.aspx
Friday, October 28, 2011
Sunday, July 3, 2011
St.Anthony Sand Dunes
The Sand Dunes are an endless supply of fun things to do!
St. Anthony Sand Dunes-Egin Lakes Access
New Day-Use Fee at Egin Lakes Recreation Site
$5.00 per vehicle, per day
$10.00 per use of RV dump stations
$60.00 season pass
Campfires are only allowed in designated areas - Citations will be issued for illegal burning | Map of designated campfire area
Remember to stay on designated routes and observe all posted signs.
Endless OHV opportunities, camping and horseback riding on 10,000 acres of dunes rising to 400 feet
Location: 50 miles northwest of Idaho Falls, Idaho
From US-20 northbound, take the North Rexburg exit. Turn left, onto 1900 E. (Parker-Salem Highway and the Red Road). Travel 6.3 miles north to the 2nd flashing light (at the 4-way STOP). Turn left and travel 0.85 miles to the split in the road.Stay right, over the railroad tracks and continue on 500 N for 2.9 miles. At the Egin Lakes Access sign turn right onto the paved access road.
From US-20 southbound, take exit #346 (Saint Anthony City Center). Turn right onto Bridge Street and continue through the stop light to West 4th N. Turn left onto West 4th N, which turns into 600 N after you leave city limits. Follow 600 N approximately 3 miles until you reach the intersection with Red Road. Turn left to go to Egin Lakes
St. Anthony Sand Dunes-Egin Lakes Access
New Day-Use Fee at Egin Lakes Recreation Site
$5.00 per vehicle, per day
$10.00 per use of RV dump stations
$60.00 season pass
Campfires are only allowed in designated areas - Citations will be issued for illegal burning | Map of designated campfire area
Remember to stay on designated routes and observe all posted signs.
Endless OHV opportunities, camping and horseback riding on 10,000 acres of dunes rising to 400 feet
Location: 50 miles northwest of Idaho Falls, Idaho
From US-20 northbound, take the North Rexburg exit. Turn left, onto 1900 E. (Parker-Salem Highway and the Red Road). Travel 6.3 miles north to the 2nd flashing light (at the 4-way STOP). Turn left and travel 0.85 miles to the split in the road.Stay right, over the railroad tracks and continue on 500 N for 2.9 miles. At the Egin Lakes Access sign turn right onto the paved access road.
From US-20 southbound, take exit #346 (Saint Anthony City Center). Turn right onto Bridge Street and continue through the stop light to West 4th N. Turn left onto West 4th N, which turns into 600 N after you leave city limits. Follow 600 N approximately 3 miles until you reach the intersection with Red Road. Turn left to go to Egin Lakes
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Safety tips
I just wanted to share a few Safety tips as most of us will be getting out this weekend and often in crowded areas.
Dress your kids in a bright NON-Holiday color. I.e everyone wears Red White and Blue for the 4th of July so go for something Yellow it will make your kids easier to spot.
DO NOT Have your child wear something with their name on it. It makes it so anyone can call them by their name. I.E. "Jimmy my mom sent me to get you".
Here are some cute Temporary Tatoos you can put on your child with a phone number/ who they are: http://www.safetytat.com/
When you head out in the morning take a picture of each child on your phone. That way if you happen to get seperated you have a picture of exactly what they look like that day to help in the search, exactly how their hair is done, clothes their wearing etc.
The one tip I love it a Helium Balloon. Simply, just $1, your kids will love it and YOU can see it above everyones head. I Tie it to the back beltloop and away we go. I know if I can see their balloon (Usually something weird like a happy birthday) Their still close
Dress your kids in a bright NON-Holiday color. I.e everyone wears Red White and Blue for the 4th of July so go for something Yellow it will make your kids easier to spot.
DO NOT Have your child wear something with their name on it. It makes it so anyone can call them by their name. I.E. "Jimmy my mom sent me to get you".
Here are some cute Temporary Tatoos you can put on your child with a phone number/ who they are: http://www.safetytat.com/
When you head out in the morning take a picture of each child on your phone. That way if you happen to get seperated you have a picture of exactly what they look like that day to help in the search, exactly how their hair is done, clothes their wearing etc.
The one tip I love it a Helium Balloon. Simply, just $1, your kids will love it and YOU can see it above everyones head. I Tie it to the back beltloop and away we go. I know if I can see their balloon (Usually something weird like a happy birthday) Their still close
Save Money on Utilities
Ok so I mostly wan this blog to be about stuff to do with your family, But when I tried this I couldnt resist sharing. First a list of all the ideas we've heard before:
Put a water bottle in your toilet (saves if you pay the city utilities)
Switch to CFL's
Switch to Time of Day, During the nights and weekends the electric ity is cheap (about 1/3 the price)
Turn up your thermostate in the summer and down in the winter.
Etc.
Heres one I just heard of and decided to try. Our Electric bill is around $250- Dont panic its for our 4000 sq ft house. But still thats a lot of money every month! Thats $3000 a YEAR! Yipes! So I read on article and the woman said she saved by just pluing all her appliances into a powerstrip and turning it off when not in use. So heres what I did, I plugged my kitchen appliances, my microwave, my TV and DVD player into powerstrips and turned then off when not in use. I need to add a disclaimer: I'm not very good at remembering to turn things off, sometimes I'd leave the microwave on for days at a time. So what you realy want to know is did it work? YES it did!! Even with me foreting to keep them off all the time I still cut the bill by $50!!!. And thats just doing it in the 2000sq ft that my family lives in. I'm going to encourae my upstairs tenants to do the same and see if we can get the bill down even more.
Thats a savings of $600 a year! Thats a Bahama Cruise!
What are your tips for cutting the utilities bill?
Put a water bottle in your toilet (saves if you pay the city utilities)
Switch to CFL's
Switch to Time of Day, During the nights and weekends the electric ity is cheap (about 1/3 the price)
Turn up your thermostate in the summer and down in the winter.
Etc.
Heres one I just heard of and decided to try. Our Electric bill is around $250- Dont panic its for our 4000 sq ft house. But still thats a lot of money every month! Thats $3000 a YEAR! Yipes! So I read on article and the woman said she saved by just pluing all her appliances into a powerstrip and turning it off when not in use. So heres what I did, I plugged my kitchen appliances, my microwave, my TV and DVD player into powerstrips and turned then off when not in use. I need to add a disclaimer: I'm not very good at remembering to turn things off, sometimes I'd leave the microwave on for days at a time. So what you realy want to know is did it work? YES it did!! Even with me foreting to keep them off all the time I still cut the bill by $50!!!. And thats just doing it in the 2000sq ft that my family lives in. I'm going to encourae my upstairs tenants to do the same and see if we can get the bill down even more.
Thats a savings of $600 a year! Thats a Bahama Cruise!
What are your tips for cutting the utilities bill?
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
BackCountrySecrets.com
I just found this great website that lets you know all the not-so-well-know places around you. You can type in anywere, the link is for a 30mile radius around Rexburg. You can search for whatever your interested in; Swimming holes, Hiking, Kayaking etc.
Back Country Secrets.com
Back Country Secrets.com
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Yellowstone Bear World
If your like I was I passed Yellowstone Bear World I pointed out the animals to the kids but thought of it as a tourist trap and so never went. Last year My friend bought me a season pass and it was wonderful! There is of course the drive through area. This has variouse animals that the kids get a kick out of getting so close to. The Lodge has a gift shop that I always make my kids put their hand in their pockets as we alk through. Behind the lodge theres a place to see the small bear cubs, a bridge where you can feed fish, a petting zoo with deer, chickens, goats, etc., and then theres the rides. The petting Zoo and the Rides are what realy makes it a great locals area. The rides are run by the workers there and the kids can play for hours!!
Yellowstone Bear WorldWho: The whole family
What: Drive to see animals, Carnival type rides, Petting Zoo
Where: 5 miles south of Rexburg just off Highway 20
When: Memorial day thru Labor Day
Yellowstone Bear WorldWho: The whole family
What: Drive to see animals, Carnival type rides, Petting Zoo
Where: 5 miles south of Rexburg just off Highway 20
When: Memorial day thru Labor Day
Teton Flood Museum
Rexburg being what it is I like to have a few indoor activities so when the weather "pulls a Rexburg" We can still have fun. The Teton Flood Museum is one of those.
Teton Flood Museum
Who: The Whole family. They have a childrens Museum that is really fun.
What: And educational experiance about the flood. Its a great starting point for a discussion on emergency prepardness.
Where: 51 North Center st. Rexburg
When: October-April
Mon: 11:00am-7:00 pm
Tues-Fri: 11:00am-5:00pm
May-Sept
Mon 10:00am-7:00pm
Tues-Sat: 10:00am-5:00pm
Teton Flood Museum
Who: The Whole family. They have a childrens Museum that is really fun.
What: And educational experiance about the flood. Its a great starting point for a discussion on emergency prepardness.
Where: 51 North Center st. Rexburg
When: October-April
Mon: 11:00am-7:00 pm
Tues-Fri: 11:00am-5:00pm
May-Sept
Mon 10:00am-7:00pm
Tues-Sat: 10:00am-5:00pm
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Swimming Pools
There are three Swimming Areas close to Rexburg that offer unique oppurtunities.
Greens Canyon
Who: Families
What: Swimming fun, Hot tub, Camping, Fishing, Bike Riding,
When: Year Round
Heise Hot Springs
Who: Families
What: Swimming, Hot Tub, Water Slide, Fishing, Golf, Food, Camping
When: May thru Sept
Dies Aquatic Center in Idaho Falls
Who: Families
What: Swimming. The reason I love this place so much is because you can take the kids to the outdoor wadding pool for cheap! The Wading Pond is $2 per kid (4-12) and free for accompaning parents. The wading pool with water that sprays into the air, and a grassy spot for a picnic. Theres also a life gaurd on duty.
When:
Greens Canyon
Who: Families
What: Swimming fun, Hot tub, Camping, Fishing, Bike Riding,
When: Year Round
Heise Hot Springs
Who: Families
What: Swimming, Hot Tub, Water Slide, Fishing, Golf, Food, Camping
When: May thru Sept
Dies Aquatic Center in Idaho Falls
Who: Families
What: Swimming. The reason I love this place so much is because you can take the kids to the outdoor wadding pool for cheap! The Wading Pond is $2 per kid (4-12) and free for accompaning parents. The wading pool with water that sprays into the air, and a grassy spot for a picnic. Theres also a life gaurd on duty.
When:
Bountiful Baskets
If your like me Produce seems so expensive, but important for good nutrition. There's a great Coop called Bountiful Baskets that makes the Produce budget stretch much further. For $15 you get a basket, Usually 8 Items of Veggy and 8 items of fruit. Its always a great deal.
Besides the mix of produce in a basket they often offer additional Items. Their 9 Grain bread is AMAZING! They also offer things like flats of Strawberries, Boxes of Apples and Oranges etc. Its a great way to get things for canning at the best possible price.
Order Between 10am Monday and 10pm Tuesday. Each site holds 50-150 Baskets so order early if you want to pick up at a certain location. Once all the baskets are gone, there gone!
Also there's a website that has recipes for the items in the baskets, especially the more unusual ones. Also price comparisons so you can see what kind of a deal your getting. Basket 411.
Besides the mix of produce in a basket they often offer additional Items. Their 9 Grain bread is AMAZING! They also offer things like flats of Strawberries, Boxes of Apples and Oranges etc. Its a great way to get things for canning at the best possible price.
Order Between 10am Monday and 10pm Tuesday. Each site holds 50-150 Baskets so order early if you want to pick up at a certain location. Once all the baskets are gone, there gone!
Also there's a website that has recipes for the items in the baskets, especially the more unusual ones. Also price comparisons so you can see what kind of a deal your getting. Basket 411.
Friday, June 10, 2011
Medium Hiking Trails
PackSaddle Lake
Location: Foot hills west of Driggs, ID
Distance: 5 miles rountrip
What to do: Swimming, Fishing, Camping, Horseback, Enjoying the scenery
Wind Caves
Location: Darby Canyon, SE of Driggs
Distance: 5.2 miles roundtrip
What to do: Caves, Waterfalls
Golden Lake
Location: Harriman State Park
Distance: 4.3 miles rountrip
Fee: $3 car
What to do: Hiking, Fishing, Mountain Biking, Horseback riding
Aldous and Hancock Lakes
Location: North of Kilgore Idaho
Distance: 4.6 miles rountrip
What to do: Fishing, Camping, Horseback, Mountain Biking
Coffe Pot Rapids
Location: Near Macks Inn, Highway 20
Distance: 3.6- 5 miles roundtrip
What to do: Camping, Restrooms Fishing
Location: Foot hills west of Driggs, ID
Distance: 5 miles rountrip
What to do: Swimming, Fishing, Camping, Horseback, Enjoying the scenery
Wind Caves
Location: Darby Canyon, SE of Driggs
Distance: 5.2 miles roundtrip
What to do: Caves, Waterfalls
Golden Lake
Location: Harriman State Park
Distance: 4.3 miles rountrip
Fee: $3 car
What to do: Hiking, Fishing, Mountain Biking, Horseback riding
Aldous and Hancock Lakes
Location: North of Kilgore Idaho
Distance: 4.6 miles rountrip
What to do: Fishing, Camping, Horseback, Mountain Biking
Coffe Pot Rapids
Location: Near Macks Inn, Highway 20
Distance: 3.6- 5 miles roundtrip
What to do: Camping, Restrooms Fishing
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Twin Bridges
Who: The Whole Family
What: Camping, Swimming in the river, Fishing, Picnic, Bathrooms
Where: Archer Lyman Ririe Highway
http://www.rexcc.com/thingstodo/parkstrails/parkscounty/twinbridgespark.html
What: Camping, Swimming in the river, Fishing, Picnic, Bathrooms
Where: Archer Lyman Ririe Highway
http://www.rexcc.com/thingstodo/parkstrails/parkscounty/twinbridgespark.html
Short Hiking Trails near Rexburg
As a mom I love to be outside with my kids, but often get stuck in a rut and dont know what to do. Here are a few short hikes near Rexburg.
BYU-Idaho Gardens: I know I forget about them all the time, but there's so much to see there. There are ponds, streams, flowers and even this adorable little house.
Cress Creek Nature Trail:
Location: West of Heise Hot Springs
What to do: Wildlife Veiwing, Scenic Overlook, Bathrooms, Handicap Access
Mesa Falls
Location: Highway 47 NE of Ashton
What to do: Cute Hike to a waterfall. This is beautiful in both summer and winter, though more accessable in summer.
Big Springs
Location: East from Mack's INN off Highway 20
What to do: Camping, Waterfowl and wildlife viewing, Bring something to feed the fish under the bridge.
BYU-Idaho Gardens: I know I forget about them all the time, but there's so much to see there. There are ponds, streams, flowers and even this adorable little house.
Cress Creek Nature Trail:
Location: West of Heise Hot Springs
What to do: Wildlife Veiwing, Scenic Overlook, Bathrooms, Handicap Access
Mesa Falls
Location: Highway 47 NE of Ashton
What to do: Cute Hike to a waterfall. This is beautiful in both summer and winter, though more accessable in summer.
Big Springs
Location: East from Mack's INN off Highway 20
What to do: Camping, Waterfowl and wildlife viewing, Bring something to feed the fish under the bridge.
Dance Festival
The International Folk Dance and Music Festival is a lot of fun, and has many free family events.
July 30, Saturday
8:00pm- Opening Ceremonies BYU-I Viking Stadium (Free Event)
Aug 1, Monday
5:00pm - 9:00pm International Street Festival
6:30- International Parade - I love this because you get a chance to see all the different countries.
9:00- 11:00pm International Street Dance Main Street (Free). RPD Blocks off the street and therea a dance on main street from Center to 1st East. Its a great chance to mingle with the participants from other countries.
Aug 2, Tuesday
9:00 am -12:00pm Rigby Youth Culture @ the New High School ages 6-16 (free)
Aug 5, Friday
7:00pm Pre-Show
7:30pm Gala Performance @ BYUI Hart Auditorium (Ticketed)
Aug 6, Saturday
11:00am - 2:00pm Closing Ceremonies @ Smith Park
7:00pm Preshow
7:30pm Gala Performance @ BYUI Hart Auditorium (Ticketed)
July 30, Saturday
8:00pm- Opening Ceremonies BYU-I Viking Stadium (Free Event)
Aug 1, Monday
5:00pm - 9:00pm International Street Festival
6:30- International Parade - I love this because you get a chance to see all the different countries.
9:00- 11:00pm International Street Dance Main Street (Free). RPD Blocks off the street and therea a dance on main street from Center to 1st East. Its a great chance to mingle with the participants from other countries.
Aug 2, Tuesday
9:00 am -12:00pm Rigby Youth Culture @ the New High School ages 6-16 (free)
Aug 5, Friday
7:00pm Pre-Show
7:30pm Gala Performance @ BYUI Hart Auditorium (Ticketed)
Aug 6, Saturday
11:00am - 2:00pm Closing Ceremonies @ Smith Park
7:00pm Preshow
7:30pm Gala Performance @ BYUI Hart Auditorium (Ticketed)
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Parks in Rexburg
There are so many Park in Rexburg, many that people dont even know about!
Lets start with the three most Popular:
Smith Park: Located at 3rd East and Main street.
What it has: Basic Playground, Swings, Tennis Courts (2), Basketball Court, Base ball field (used for city little league games), Very large Slide, Tree'd area With Gazebo and Pavilions, Path around for walking, WW2 Veterns Memorial, bathrooms
Porter Park: Located on 2nd West and 2nd South
What it has: Basic Playground, Swings, Large area with trees to play and large field perfect for soccer or frisbee, Tennis Courts (2), Pavilions, Splash Park (free) and Carousel ($1 a ride), Bathrooms
Nature Park: Location: 5th West 3rd North
What it has: Basic Playground, Large grass area for playing, Basketball Court, Pavilion area, Scenic walks around the ponds, Ducks to feed, Skate Park, Fishing, Bathrooms
And there are many more parks in the area that are littler but often less crowded.
Beaver Dick Park Location: Highway 33 and 6000 West
What it Has: Camping, Fishing, Boat Dock, Playground, Picnic Area, Bathroom
Evergreen / Kiwanis Park Main Street and Poineer Road
What it has: Basic playground but with a cool climbing wall, large open field
Hidden Valley Park Location: Mill Race Road
What it has: Basic Playground, Open Field
Park St. Park Location: 5th West and Park Street.
What it has: Basic play ground, small open field, The best part is it has a Merry go Round- Its something that not alot of parks have anymore but my kids LOVE!
Rotary Park Location: East side of the old high school
What it has: Basic playground equipment
Lets start with the three most Popular:
Smith Park: Located at 3rd East and Main street.
What it has: Basic Playground, Swings, Tennis Courts (2), Basketball Court, Base ball field (used for city little league games), Very large Slide, Tree'd area With Gazebo and Pavilions, Path around for walking, WW2 Veterns Memorial, bathrooms
Porter Park: Located on 2nd West and 2nd South
What it has: Basic Playground, Swings, Large area with trees to play and large field perfect for soccer or frisbee, Tennis Courts (2), Pavilions, Splash Park (free) and Carousel ($1 a ride), Bathrooms
Nature Park: Location: 5th West 3rd North
What it has: Basic Playground, Large grass area for playing, Basketball Court, Pavilion area, Scenic walks around the ponds, Ducks to feed, Skate Park, Fishing, Bathrooms
And there are many more parks in the area that are littler but often less crowded.
Beaver Dick Park Location: Highway 33 and 6000 West
What it Has: Camping, Fishing, Boat Dock, Playground, Picnic Area, Bathroom
Evergreen / Kiwanis Park Main Street and Poineer Road
What it has: Basic playground but with a cool climbing wall, large open field
Hidden Valley Park Location: Mill Race Road
What it has: Basic Playground, Open Field
Park St. Park Location: 5th West and Park Street.
What it has: Basic play ground, small open field, The best part is it has a Merry go Round- Its something that not alot of parks have anymore but my kids LOVE!
Rotary Park Location: East side of the old high school
What it has: Basic playground equipment
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Legacy Flight Museum
Heres a great link
June 18, 2011:
Museum Displays Open all day
9am to noon: Plane and Helicopter Rides
Noon: Warbird Fly By
Multi-Plane Fly-by
Missing Man Formation in Memory of Danny Summers
1pm: Raffle Drawing for Plane and Helicopter Rides
1-3pm: Continuation of Plane and Helicopter Rides
*Free Shuttle to/ From Taylor Chevrolet Car Show
June 18, 2011:
Museum Displays Open all day
9am to noon: Plane and Helicopter Rides
Noon: Warbird Fly By
Multi-Plane Fly-by
Missing Man Formation in Memory of Danny Summers
1pm: Raffle Drawing for Plane and Helicopter Rides
1-3pm: Continuation of Plane and Helicopter Rides
*Free Shuttle to/ From Taylor Chevrolet Car Show
Zoo- Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls has the best Zoo in Idaho and is worth a visit. The monkey Exhibit is really fun because the monkeys get down and interact with the kids through the glass.
WHO: Everyone
What: Seeing and learning about animals
Where: MAPWhen: Tuesday through Sunday from 9am-5pm and Monday 9am-7pm.
Price: Admission Prices:
Regular
Adults (13-61): $6.00 plus tax
Seniors(62 & over): $4.50 plus tax
Children (4-12): $3.00 plus tax
Children (3 & under): Free
Members: FREE (w/membership card)
Parking: FREE
Group Rates (schools, scouts, and groups of 20 or more)
Adults (13-61): $5.00 plus tax
Seniors(62 & over): $3.50 plus tax
Children (4-12): $2.50 plus tax
Children (3 & under): Free
Upcoming Events at the Zoo:•Teddy Bear Day (June 18th, 1PM – 4PM) – Free admission for children 12 and under when they bring their teddy bear to the zoo. Enjoy a fun filled day of bear activities, crafts and games!
•Father’s Day (June 19th) – Fathers admitted free with a paying child admission.
•Zoo Concert Series (June 23rd, 6PM – 8:30PM) – Enjoy an evening at the zoo listening to the jazzy sounds of Idaho Falls artist, Kevin Young. More details to follow.
•Dr. Doolittle Day (July 16th, 10AM - 4PM) - Each year the Zoo Docents host this day of fun and education with games, crafts, prizes and animal encounters. This year's theme is "Myth or Fact". Investigate what stories are fact and which are myth during this fun day!
•Zoo Concert Series (July 21st, 6PM – 8:30PM) – Enjoy an evening of music at the zoo. More details to follow.
August
•Seniors Day (August 1st) – Free admission for seniors 62 and over. Have a box lunch, sit under a shady tree and enjoy up close encounters and old time music. Sponsored by Lincoln Court.
•Enrichment Day (August 6th) – See how our zoo keepers enrich the lives of our animals with a variety of activities designed to mentally and physically stimulate snakes, lions, penguins and more!
•Photo Safari Show (August 20th) – Check out the many wonderful photographic entries at our Photo Safari Show held under the tent on the green.
September
•Babes in the Zoo (September 5th-9th) – Free admission for an adult accompanied by a baby in a stroller.
•Fall Appreciation Free Day (September 24th) – Free admission for all of our zoo visitors.
October
•Zoo Closes Sunday, October 2nd.
•Boo at the Zoo (October 28th, 29th, & 31st) – 1,000 pumpkins, 200,000 lights, sculptures, tricks, treats, spiders and snakes, games and prizes make for a safe and enjoyable Halloween at the Zoo. This "merry not scary" event includes a number of trick-or-treat stations for all ages.
WHO: Everyone
What: Seeing and learning about animals
Where: MAPWhen: Tuesday through Sunday from 9am-5pm and Monday 9am-7pm.
Price: Admission Prices:
Regular
Adults (13-61): $6.00 plus tax
Seniors(62 & over): $4.50 plus tax
Children (4-12): $3.00 plus tax
Children (3 & under): Free
Members: FREE (w/membership card)
Parking: FREE
Group Rates (schools, scouts, and groups of 20 or more)
Adults (13-61): $5.00 plus tax
Seniors(62 & over): $3.50 plus tax
Children (4-12): $2.50 plus tax
Children (3 & under): Free
Upcoming Events at the Zoo:•Teddy Bear Day (June 18th, 1PM – 4PM) – Free admission for children 12 and under when they bring their teddy bear to the zoo. Enjoy a fun filled day of bear activities, crafts and games!
•Father’s Day (June 19th) – Fathers admitted free with a paying child admission.
•Zoo Concert Series (June 23rd, 6PM – 8:30PM) – Enjoy an evening at the zoo listening to the jazzy sounds of Idaho Falls artist, Kevin Young. More details to follow.
•Dr. Doolittle Day (July 16th, 10AM - 4PM) - Each year the Zoo Docents host this day of fun and education with games, crafts, prizes and animal encounters. This year's theme is "Myth or Fact". Investigate what stories are fact and which are myth during this fun day!
•Zoo Concert Series (July 21st, 6PM – 8:30PM) – Enjoy an evening of music at the zoo. More details to follow.
August
•Seniors Day (August 1st) – Free admission for seniors 62 and over. Have a box lunch, sit under a shady tree and enjoy up close encounters and old time music. Sponsored by Lincoln Court.
•Enrichment Day (August 6th) – See how our zoo keepers enrich the lives of our animals with a variety of activities designed to mentally and physically stimulate snakes, lions, penguins and more!
•Photo Safari Show (August 20th) – Check out the many wonderful photographic entries at our Photo Safari Show held under the tent on the green.
September
•Babes in the Zoo (September 5th-9th) – Free admission for an adult accompanied by a baby in a stroller.
•Fall Appreciation Free Day (September 24th) – Free admission for all of our zoo visitors.
October
•Zoo Closes Sunday, October 2nd.
•Boo at the Zoo (October 28th, 29th, & 31st) – 1,000 pumpkins, 200,000 lights, sculptures, tricks, treats, spiders and snakes, games and prizes make for a safe and enjoyable Halloween at the Zoo. This "merry not scary" event includes a number of trick-or-treat stations for all ages.
Kids Workshops
Home Depot and Lowes both offer free building projects for kids.
Home Depot
Who: Kids 5- 12
What: Free Workshop
Where: 2075 S Holmes Ave Idaho Falls, ID 83404 (208)542-2520
When: First Saturday of the month
Lowes
Who: Kids- (I couldnt find an age requirment) You have to sign up before hand on the website
What: Build something fun for FREE
Where: 925 E 17th St · Idaho Falls · (208) 542-9030
When: Saturdays at $10
Home Depot
Who: Kids 5- 12
What: Free Workshop
Where: 2075 S Holmes Ave Idaho Falls, ID 83404 (208)542-2520
When: First Saturday of the month
Lowes
Who: Kids- (I couldnt find an age requirment) You have to sign up before hand on the website
What: Build something fun for FREE
Where: 925 E 17th St · Idaho Falls · (208) 542-9030
When: Saturdays at $10
Carousel
Located next to the Splash Park at Porter Park is the Carousel. Children love to watch and ride the horses, there are also benchs if youd rather sit with your children.
WHO: The Whole Family
WHAT: a Nice old fashioned Carousel Ride
WHERE: Rexburg Porter Park
WHEN: Open noon to 7:00pm Mon.-Sat. during the summer
Price: $1 a ride
LINK: Rexburg Chamber of Commerce Carousel
WHO: The Whole Family
WHAT: a Nice old fashioned Carousel Ride
WHERE: Rexburg Porter Park
WHEN: Open noon to 7:00pm Mon.-Sat. during the summer
Price: $1 a ride
LINK: Rexburg Chamber of Commerce Carousel
Splash Park- Free
The Splash Park Located in Rexburg Porter Park Is a great place to go for FREE.
Parent attendance required. Children under 3 must wear swim diapers. Diapers are available at the Carousel. Parents are required to check swim diapers often and change when neccessary. Shower before entering splash park. Please do not bring sick children.
WHO: Everyone
WHAT: A Free way to spend some time and cook off
Where: Rexburg Porter Park
When: 9:00 am - 10:00 pm Memorial Day through Labor Day
Parent attendance required. Children under 3 must wear swim diapers. Diapers are available at the Carousel. Parents are required to check swim diapers often and change when neccessary. Shower before entering splash park. Please do not bring sick children.
WHO: Everyone
WHAT: A Free way to spend some time and cook off
Where: Rexburg Porter Park
When: 9:00 am - 10:00 pm Memorial Day through Labor Day
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Farmers Market
During the Summer theres a fun Farmers Market here in Rexburg. There are many different booths, things to see, food to eat and fun homemade products to buy as well as fresh produce. Some of my favorites are the handmade soaps and the bratwursts! They also have live music and special days.
Who: The Whole Family!
What: Farmers Market
Where: On Center st by the Tabernacle
When: 4:00- 8:00 Fridays May thru October
Who: The Whole Family!
What: Farmers Market
Where: On Center st by the Tabernacle
When: 4:00- 8:00 Fridays May thru October
Story time at the Library
Who: Moms/ Dads and Kids
What: Storys in a theme read to the Kids
Where: Madison Library
When: 10:30 Wendsday and Thursday (Same each day)
Madison library
73 North center st, Rexburg ID
www.madisonlib.org
208-356-3461
You can register your library card at libraryelf.com and they will send you emails and/or text messages when you have books due, its a great way to avoid fines.
Did you know you can get a FINE FREE card for one year! All you have to do is participate in the Adult summer reading program.
What: Storys in a theme read to the Kids
Where: Madison Library
When: 10:30 Wendsday and Thursday (Same each day)
Madison library
73 North center st, Rexburg ID
www.madisonlib.org
208-356-3461
You can register your library card at libraryelf.com and they will send you emails and/or text messages when you have books due, its a great way to avoid fines.
Did you know you can get a FINE FREE card for one year! All you have to do is participate in the Adult summer reading program.
Lunch in the Park
Madison School District Offers FREE lunch in the park during the summer.
Who: Kids 1 to 18
What: Free Lunch
Where: Smith Park and Kennedy Elementary
When: 11:30- 12:30 Monday thru Friday
Who: Kids 1 to 18
What: Free Lunch
Where: Smith Park and Kennedy Elementary
When: 11:30- 12:30 Monday thru Friday
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