Tri the Spudman

Tri the Spudman

In 1987 the Burley Lions Club Spudman Triathlon attracted 87 participants who swam 1.5K, biked 40K or ran a 10K.  Some did it all.  Ron Ploger, Burley Recreation Director, wanted to see if he could organize an event with three races going on at one time. “I also...
Snake River Heritage Days

Snake River Heritage Days

In the 1800s, Southern Idaho was a major thoroughfare for emigrants headed toward Oregon and California in search of land and gold. Our rich pioneer history is still intact as hundreds of miles of authentic emigrant routes can be mapped across this region. Today,...
Snake River Lifestyle

Snake River Lifestyle

The Snake River is the lifeblood of southern Idaho. It provides irrigation for farmland and hydroelectricity for power. Its natural beauty, wildlife and recreation add to the quality of life of everyone living in southern Idaho. Some have a more intimate connection...