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Look for the Signs

                                                                      A trip down the  Greenbelt isn’t just  good for  your
                                                                      health,  it’s  a  great  opportunity  to  explore  Boise’s
                                                                      history.  Check  out  the  permanent  signs  posted
                                                                      by  the  Boise  River  Greenbelt  Historical  Education
                                                                      Project  to  learn  more  about  architecture,  early
                                                                      residents,  Chinese  gardens,  and  so  much  more.





                                                                                       Greenbelt
                                                                                       Etiquette

                                                                                       This trail is used by people
                                                                                       out for a gentle stroll and
                                                                                       zooming cyclists alike, so
                                                                                       proper etiquette is key to
                                                                                       keeping everyone happy. Here
                                                                                       are  a  few  tips  to  help  you
                                                                                       make the most of your outing.

            “Ribbon of Jewels.”
                                                                                       •   Pedestrians have the
                                                                                           right of way, always.
                                                                                       •   If you’re on a bike, let
           Warm Springs Golf Course                          PRO TIP                       pedestrians know that
           Here’s a well-kept secret: Idaho is full of great golfing   Head to the course   you’ll be moving around
           opportunities — and more than 200 days of sun per  after 2:30 p.m. for the      them by announcing your
           year! The Warm Springs Golf Course is nestled along   special  Twilight  Rate.   location (“On your left!).
           the banks of the Boise River and is easily accessible                       •   Stick to the right side of
           from the Greenbelt. This 18-hole course features                                the path so others can
           mature, lush landscaping and views of the Foothills … and it’s open from        pass you.
           sunrise to sunset seven days per week, so you can hit the links to your     •   Dogs are allowed on
           heart’s content. Regular season rates range from $30-$36 for 18 holes and       leashes. Don’t forget to
           $26-$27 for nine holes.                                                         pick up after your pets!
                                                                                       •   Don’t head  off trail. You
           Marianne Williams Park                                                          could disturb wildlife or

           PRO TIP           Looking for a bit of peace? This Greenbelt stop is a          damage riparian areas.
           The ponds at      haven for those seeking solitude: There are no bicycles   •   If you encounter an
           Marianne Williams   or pets allowed, just pedestrians. At 72 acres, Marianne    unpaved section while
           Park are great for   Williams Park is one of Boise’s largest and offers great   on a bike, turn around.
           kids and beginning   views East Boise’s Barber Valley. It’s also home to two    Those areas are for
           anglers.          great fishing ponds, Loggers Pond and Williams Pond           pedestrians only

                                                                                       •   Certain areas along the
                                                                                           Greenbelt are prone to
           Baggley Park                                      PRO TIP                       flooding  during  high
           This park is on the smaller side at seven acres, but   Are you a pickleball     water years. Obey posted
           it packs so much into the space! This Southeast   player? You’ll find           warnings and don’t
                                                             enthusiasts (there
           Boise favorite has picnic areas and courts for tennis,   seem to be more        attempt to bike or wade
           basketball, and volleyball, plus a playground suitable   every day in Boise) at   through a flooded section
           for children ages 2-12                            the court here.


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