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| The Boise River--The Treasure of our Valley |
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Once the second most polluted river in Idaho, the Boise River has experienced a recent renaissance. During a three-month period in the summer, over 100,000 people float on a river where once the water was polluted with slaughterhouse refuse. And thousands more individuals and families enjoy the fishing, biking, bird-watching and other recreational opportunities provided by the Boise River.
Unfortunately, the Boise River is now tasked with meeting the demands of the valley's explosive population boom. Urban flooding, development, stormwater runoff and the household water demands are but a few of the threats facing the Boise River.
The Boise is a precious valley resource that must be protected.To avoid returning to the days where the Boise was polluted and undervalued, valley citizens must:
Public awareness is essential to preserving the Boise River and the quality of life it brings to the residents of the Treasure Valley. To help citizens become versed in the challenges faced by the Boise River, Idaho Rivers United conducts public outreach events on river and eco-system health and water conservation.
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