Tag Archives: Idaho

City of Trees: Boise, Idaho and an Urban Natural Experience.

Posted on July 22, 2014 by susanoliver2015

White pine in the rain. Boise, April 2014. ‘A large tree on the west side of a residential home can save up to $48 per year in electricity and natural gas use.’ ‘Urban trees remove 581 tons of air pollutants … Continue reading →

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Hot Springs, Atomic Cities, and Craters of the Moon . . . on the Road in Idaho

Posted on May 8, 2014 by susanoliver2015

‘Our heated sidewalks and dressing room floors keep your toes toasty warm, even on the coldest of nights.’ (www.lavahotsprings.com). ‘Welcome to the sagebrush steppe’ (information board, roadside rest area near Atomic City). ‘We’re praying for rain. There was hardly any … Continue reading →

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