Earth Week 16-23 April at BSU
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COMPASS Presents:
Scott and Julie Brusaw –and
Please join us for one of two FREE presentations on the Solar Roadways project on April 28 and 29, 2011. Each presentation will have a different focus; choose the one that best suits your interests or come to both.
Are solar roadways part of our transportation future? The idea and technology behind “solar roadways” – roads made of solar panels that can be driven on and potentially generate energy – is advancing quickly and is being pioneered right here in Idaho.
Solar Roadways – Our Story
When? Thursday, April 28, 2011
5:30 p.m. reception
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. presentation and discussion
Where? Library! at Cole and Ustick, 7557 West Ustick Road, Boise 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. presentation and discussion
Who should attend? This presentation is designed for anyone with an interest in new technologies and how they may affect the future of our transportation system. This presentation is targeted to the general public.
Free! Please RSVP to Jessica Wilson at jwilson@compassidaho.org or 855-2558 x 222 by Monday, April 25.
Presentation Description: Join Scott and Julie Brusaw as they discuss the genesis of solar roads, from when the original idea of an electric road was conceived by a young boy who loved his slot-car track though the construction of the first ever Solar Road Panel prototype.
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The Solar Roadways Project
When? Friday, April 29, 2011
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where? ACHD Auditorium, 3775 Adams Street, Garden City
Who should attend? This presentation is designed for engineers, planners, transportation professionals, elected officials, and others interested in emerging technology and its role in our future transportation system.
FREE! Please RSVP to Jessica Wilson at jwilson@compassidaho.org or 855-2558 x 222 by Monday, April 25.
Presentation Description: The Federal Highway Administration funded the building of the first Solar Road Panel prototype. The technology and the reasoning that went into the construction will be discussed along with planned future enhancements to the Solar Roadway.
Scott Brusaw is an electrical engineer (MSEE) in Sagle, ID, with over 20 years of industry experience. Scott has multiple patents and his hardware and software have been sold internationally. He has envisioned “electric roads” since early childhood.
Those needing assistance may call 855-2558, ext. 231 with 48 hours advance notice.
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| Celebrate Clean Water With Us (Idaho Conservation League) |
| Looking for a way to celebrate Earth Day this year? ICL is hosting aconservation update and happy hour. Join us in celebrating our work to protect clean water. This celebration is actually the day before Earth Day, but that's not stopping us! |
| Here Are the Details! Join Justin Hayes and me April 21, 5-7 pm, at Bardenay in Boiseto learn about our clean water work in the Boise area and statewide. You can also enjoy appetizers and local spirits. Space is limited so register ahead of time. The event is $10 per person and the first drink is on us. We can't wait to meet you and share our conservation work. After all, good spirits need clean water!  |
Boise WaterShed Environmental Education Center
11818 W. Joplin Road
Boise ID 83714
(208) 608-7300
**Note: New phone number effective Jan. 17**
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Expired Events
____________________________________________________________________________________________Boise Watershed Watch
Saturday, April 16, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at sites along the Boise River. Get a snapshot of the health of the Boise River watershed by monitoring water quality.
You are invited to participate in this fun event which takes place at numerous sites along the Boise River and tributaries from Lucky Peak to Star. No experience necessary. A knowledgeable trainer will meet you at your assigned location to assist with monitoring.
Idaho Rivers United will have one or more teams, and you can reserve your spot by contacting Liz. All ages are welcome, under 12 with parental supervision.
2011 Watershed Watch event on Saturday, April 16
IRU will have three sites this year. Please select one site and email me with your preference by Wednesday, April 6. I will then send you a confirmation packet via email with site details.
Your choices are:
1. Barber Park at raft put-in site with trainer Mark Johnson
2. Ann Morrison Park at raft take-out site with trainer Andy Roman
3. West Boise Wastewater Facility/ Boise WaterShed at effluent outfall with trainer Mat Weaver
Thanks again for your interest! We look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Cindy Busche
Education Coordinator
Boise WaterShed Environmental Education Center
11818 W. Joplin Road
Boise ID 83714
(208) 608-7300
**Note: New phone number effective Jan. 17**
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Another great opportunity to be involved...
H2Oil Documentary Film
Learn more about Idaho Highway 12 Megaloads and the Alberta Tar Sands.
Advocates for the West, Idaho Rivers United and Sierra Club will host a screening of H2Oil on Sunday, April 10th at The Flicks theater in Boise, Idaho.
Doors open at 6:40pm. Discussion and movie start at 7:00pm. There will be Q&A time after the movie.
Tickets are $10 each. Each ticket purchase enters you into a drawing for great prizes including his/hers Patagonia Nano Puff Hoodys, $300 gift certificate for Shore Lodge in McCall, cool energy saving power and charging strips from Gem State Solar, and more!
Purchase tickets in advance by calling Leigh Lustre at (208) 342-7024 ext. 206.
Tickets will be available at the door for the first 40 people.
The movie shows us the devastating effects of our addiction to oil on water, wildlife and people. Come and see how, together, we can be part of the solution.
When
April 10th, 2011 7:00 PM through 9:00 PM
Location
the Flicks
646 Fulton Street
Boise, ID 83702
Event Fee(s) H2Oil Documentary Film
One Adult
$ 10.00"
For more information please call:
Advocates for the West (208) 342-7024 ext 206
Idaho Rivers United (208) 343-7481
Sierra Club (208) 384-1023
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Town Hall-Style Meeting with Mike Mullen chairman of Joint
Chiefs of Staff
Cost: Free
Date: Monday, 4-April
Time: 2PM
Location: Morrison Center
Admiral Mike Mullen, President Obama's chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will be on campus to conduct a town hall-style meeting with the Treasure Valley on Monday, April 4 at 2 p.m. in the Morrison Center. His visit is part of a nationwide effort to create a dialogue with citizens across the country about national security issues and to create a “Sea of Good Will” on behalf of veterans as they return to their communities. The event is free and open to the public.
The town-hall meeting will feature an open microphone format, with audience members encouraged to ask Mullen questions.
For security reasons, bags and backpacks will be not be allowed in the Morrison Center. ________________________________________________________________________________
Want to get dirty, help out the farm, and learn to grow your own food?
We'd dig diggin' with you!
Join us on Saturday, March 26th, for our farm's first work party of 2011! It's always a good time. We'll be seeding spring crops, prepping beds, and doing other springy stuff. We'd love to have you, and will thank you profusely if you come!
When: Saturday, March 26th, 11-3
Where: 3420 Hawthorne Dr. (between Taft and Catalpa streets)
What to bring: gloves, tools like shovels if you have them, water
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Join us on Saturday, March 26th, for our farm's first work party of 2011! It's always a good time. We'll be seeding spring crops, prepping beds, and doing other springy stuff. We'd love to have you, and will thank you profusely if you come!
When: Saturday, March 26th, 11-3
Where: 3420 Hawthorne Dr. (between Taft and Catalpa streets)
What to bring: gloves, tools like shovels if you have them, water
URBAN ADVENTURE --VETERAN'S PARK -GLENWOOD
When: Mar 27, 2011 - 11:00am -2:00pm
Details: Join us for this is an easy 3.75 mile walk along the Greenbelt and Boise River. Family friendly
Contact Information:
Middle Snake Group
Karen Benton
Karen.Benton@sierraclub.org
Karen Benton
Karen.Benton@sierraclub.org
Directions:
NEAR: Boise, ID
Close to 36th and W. State Street
Idaho Families for Clean Water Brown Bag Lunch
The U.S. Forest Service has approved Mosquito Gold Company's plan to expand exploration activities at the CuMo Mining Project in the upper Boise River watershed.
The decision reached by Forest Supervisor Cecelia Seesholtz permits the Candian mining company to conduct a five year mineral exploration project, including the construction of up to 10.2 miles of new temporary roads and four new stream crossings.
The Forest Service received a remarkable 500 comments on the draft Environmental Assesment for the exploration project. How did the Forest Service respond to those comments? What conditions have been included in the permit? Does Idaho Families for Clean Water think the EA adequately addressed all of our concerns about clean water and habitat? Bring your lunch and your questions.
Idaho Families for Clean Water Brown Bag Lunch
CuMo Mining Project: What's Next?
Monday, March 7, 12:00 noon
Idaho Education Association, 620 N 6th
CuMo Mining Project: What's Next?
Monday, March 7, 12:00 noon
Idaho Education Association, 620 N 6th
Sponsored by:
Jessica Ruehrwein, Sierra Club
Liz Paul, Idaho Rivers United
John Robison, Idaho Conservation League
Pam Conley, Golden Eagle Audubon
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Ann Vileisis wrote the book Kitchen Literacy, How We Lost Knowledge of Where Food Comes from and Why We Need to Get It Back. There will be a book signing and reception featuring local food and farmers, including moi, following her talk.
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Historic Bike Tour
When: Mar 19, 2011 - 10:00 am
Details: Take a ride through downtown to gain an appreciation of some of Boise's historic buildings and some that are no longer with us. easy, 3-5 miles, 1-2 hours.
Contact Information:
Middle Snake Group
Lon Stewart
afreeeagle@yahoo.com
Lon Stewart
afreeeagle@yahoo.com
Directions:
Meet at the Sierra Club office, 503 W. Franklin.
Enjoy an easy tour of historic buildings in downtown Boise. ____________________________________________________________________________________________
Ann Vileisis - Author of Kitchen Literacy, How We Lost Knowledge of Where Food Comes from and Why We Need to Get it Back
What: Kitchen Literacy author coming to Caldwell
When: Tuesday, March 22, 7:00 pm
Where: Langroise Center on the College of Idaho campus
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Tim Palmer - Award-Winning Author of environmental books
What: Rivers of America
When: Tuesday, March 23, 7:00 pm
Where: Langroise Center on the College of Idaho campus
Tim Palmer's commitment to sharing the environment with his audience mirrors that of Sierra Club founder, John Muir. Through artistic photography, publications, and speaking engagements, Palmer encourages everyone to protect the environment.
