Department of Parks and Recreation

Harriman State Park Programming
2026-07-10 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Boise) | Harriman State Park, 3489 Green Canyon Rd, Island Park, Idaho, 83429, United States
Signs of Summer –Make an Animal Wheel

Observatory Program @Bruneau Dunes
2026-07-10 19:30 - 2026-07-11 00:30, 2026-07-11 19:30 - 2026-07-12 00:30, 2026-07-17 19:30 - 2026-07-18 00:30, 2026-07-18 19:30 - 2026-07-19 00:30, 2026-07-24 19:30 - 2026-07-25 00:30, 2026-07-25 19:30 - 2026-07-26 00:30, 2026-07-31 19:30 - 2026-08-01 00:30, 2026-08-01 18:30 - 23:30 (America/Boise) and 4 more dates
Admission is $5 per person or $20/family. Includes a planetarium show, presentation, and telescope viewing. A Motor Vehicle Entrance Fee of $7 per vehicle is required to enter the park, or a valid Idaho State Parks Passport.

Printable Flyer:

https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/Star-gaze-at-BRU-2026.pdf

Bonner County Boat Idaho Class
2026-07-11 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-15 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Boise) | Bonner County Sheriff’s Marine Division – 4001 N. Boyer Road, Sandpoint, 4001 N. Boyer Road, Sandpoint, Idaho, 83864, United States
The Bonner County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting several FREE Boat Idaho safe boating classes during 2026. Classes cover important topics such as state and county boating laws, rules of the road, safe boating practices, safety equipment requirements, navigation, boating etiquette, and specifics related to Bonner County waterways. All classes begin at 9:00 a.m. and will last approximately six hours so you may bring snacks or lunch if you would like.

Harriman State Park Programming
2026-07-11 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Boise) | Harriman State Park, 3489 Green Canyon Rd, Island Park, Idaho, 83429, United States
Predators and Prey in our EcosystemLearn how anatomy shapes survival by looking at different animal skulls with Janet Baer.Meet behind the Jones House

Harriman State Park Programming
2026-07-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Boise) | Harriman State Park, 3489 Green Canyon Rd, Island Park, Idaho, 83429, United States
Are they up yet?Wildflowers in Harriman

Harriman State Park Programming
2026-07-16 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Boise) | Harriman State Park, 3489 Green Canyon Rd, Island Park, Idaho, 83429, United States
John Muir Trail Nature WalkCome with us along the John Muir trail (1 mile) for a guided nature walk.Meet the Ranger at the Visitor Center

Harriman State Park Programming
2026-07-17 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Boise) | Harriman State Park, 3489 Green Canyon Rd, Island Park, Idaho, 83429, United States
What’s in a Brand?Harriman Brands, and Make Your Own!

Star Party at Castle Rocks State Park
2026-07-17 21:00 - 23:30, 2026-07-18 21:00 - 23:30 (America/Boise)
Explore the wonders of the universe in some of America’s darkest skies. Join Castle Rocks State Park rangers, the Magic Valley Astronomical Society, and the College of Southern Idaho’s Centennial Observatory members for a star party at Castle Rocks State Park. There will be many telescopes to view the night sky with, weather permitting. There is no fee for the event, however the $7 motor entry fee applies unless you have an Idaho State Park pass. Bring your family and friends. Don’t forget to bring red headlamps or flashlights to keep conditions safe for walking in the dark without compromising others’ ability to see the stars.

Harriman State Park Programming
2026-07-18 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Boise) | Harriman State Park, 3489 Green Canyon Rd, Island Park, Idaho, 83429, United States
Historic Building ToursTake a guided tour with a Ranger to learn more of the ranch’s history. Tours start on the hour.Meet the Ranger at the Jones House to get started

Harriman State Park Programming
2026-07-23 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Boise) | Harriman State Park, 3489 Green Canyon Rd, Island Park, Idaho, 83429, United States
Who’s houses are these?Bat Fact Scavenger Hunt

Jr. Ranger Program
2026-08-01 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Winchester Lake State Park, 1786 Forest Rd, Winchester, Idaho, 83555, United States
Meet at Ponderosa Point to learn about butterfly migration!

Family Movie Night: "Goat"
2026-08-01 20:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Winchester Lake State Park, 1786 Forest Rd, Winchester, Idaho, 83555, United States
Join us at the amphitheater for a family movie night!

$7.00 MVEF or free with an Idaho Parks pass.

Jr. Ranger Program
2026-08-08 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Winchester Lake State Park, 1786 Forest Rd, Winchester, Idaho, 83555, United States
Join us at Ponderosa Point for a Jr. Ranger Program with Nez Perce National Historical Park.

$7.00 MVEF or free with an Idaho Parks pass.

Family Movie Night: "The Garfield Movie"
2026-08-08 20:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Winchester Lake State Park, 1786 Forest Rd, Winchester, Idaho, 83555, United States

Meet and Greet: Ride the Bayhorse OHV Riding Event
2026-08-14 18:00 (America/Boise) | Land of the Yankee Fork, 24424 Highway 75, Challis, Idaho, 83226
Meet and Greet August 15th – 6:00 pm at Land of the Yankee Fork Interpretive Center

Ride the Bayhorse OHV Riding Event
2026-08-15 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Boise) | Land of the Yankee Fork, 24424 Highway 75, Challis, Idaho, 83226
Safety Orientation – 8:30 am

Ride Starts – 9:00 am

Jr. Ranger Program
2026-08-15 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Winchester Lake State Park, 1786 Forest Rd, Winchester, Idaho, 83555, United States
Join us at Ponderosa Point for a Jr. Ranger Program with Idaho Fish and Game.

$7.00 MVEF or free with an Idaho Parks pass.
