The Idaho Outdoor Association is a chartering organization for a Scouting Unit. As more information becomes available we will provide an interest page and schedule a parents meeting. This Scouting unit will focus on outdoor recreation, conservation and outdoor ethics in alignment with the IOA mission.

The Watershed Presents:

How Water Scarcity has Shaped the Place We Call Home Today

Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

@ The Idaho Outdoor Association Hall

Please join us for a very informative presentation by Lisa Decker, Boise Public Works’ Watershed Educator. Lisa will talk about some of the history and the wonderful things they are up to. She will also touch on water scarcity and how the Boise River formed. 

“How has water scarcity shaped the place we call home today? Did you know there was a time when the Treasure Valley was underwater as part of Lake Idaho? As it drained and the Boise River formed to cut through the valley, it left behind the “benches” we know of today.

We will explore our ever-changing Boise River Watershed from the headwaters of the Boise River to the valley where most of that water gets distributed. Then we will take a behind the scenes peek at how our used water gets cleaned for our neighbors downriver!”

See you there!

Please sign up at our Events page.

Member'S: Seaman Gulch Sunset Hike

Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

@ The Seaman's Gulch Trailhead

Join us for a hike on the Seaman's Gulch Trail. Expect to walk about two and a half miles on easy to moderate trails and enjoy a grand view of the sun setting over Boise. Wear your warmest winter clothes and bring a headlamp.

We will meet at the Seaman's Gulch Trailhead and promptly begin our hike at 5:00 pm. The plan is to travel clockwise around the loop. Those showing up late should easily find us on the trail. 

To reach the trailhead, drive west on the W Hill Road Parkway, then right on N Seaman Gulch Road. The Seaman's Gulch Trailhead is on the right side of N Seaman Gulch Road, about halfway to the turn off for the dump.

Be there or be square!

Please sign up at our Events page.

Mardi Gras Fundraiser Feast

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

@ The Idaho Outdoor Association Hall

Mardi Gras is returning to the IOA Hall! The evening will include traditional Mardi Gras fare, Jell-O shots, Hurricanes and a photo area. Of course, costumes are encouraged! Our entertainment for the evening will be the ever popular and hilarious “Gameshow Rip-Off".

The menu will include; Mardi Gras Salad, Corn Bread, Red Beans and Rice, and Jambalaya. Let's not forget the King Cake! There will also be appetizers, beads, music and lively camaraderie to get the party started.

This year we are doing a silent auction with fun and fabulous prizes. You will probably see something you want, so come prepared to bid!

Admission is: $15 for members, $25 for nonmembers, $30 for nonmember event admission + an IOA membership. The funds raised from this event help to sustain the Idaho Outdoor Association. Thank you for your support.

We ask that everyone leave their K9 friends at home, since there will be too many food temptations. Also, we won't have any activities for children, so they would probably be happier at home.

Thanks for registering and we are looking forward to seeing you!

Please sign up at our Events page.

For snail mail, please use P.O. Box 15943, Boise, ID 83715, to contact us.  Thank you!