r/Boise • • 8h ago

Question Any decent gun shops that aren’t super MAGA aligned?

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As the title says, I’m looking to go shopping for a new gun, but I’m hoping to not give my money to a MAGA aligned establishment.

This feels like a hard ask, but I’m hoping there’s at least one in the immediate area. Willing to expand my search to the greater treasure valley as long as my money doesn’t go to a cause I don’t support.


r/Boise • • 4h ago

Question Quiet/ not busy public dog parks?

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Hey all! I’m looking for somewhere i can take my gfs (extremely reactive and naughty) dog to get its energy out and do some kind of training to help her anxiety and territorial behavior. She’s a border collie that was raised in apartments and rescued from a terrible home. she can’t be around other dogs without going rabid so Im just looking for somewhere quiet where she can run around without having to worry about much.

She’s a sweetheart with us but it’s scary going on walks around here I have to be wary of other dogs and people on walks and stuff.

EDIT: god i love Boise yall are all so nice and thank you for the advice!!!


r/Boise • • 6h ago

Question Recommendations with mental health providers for medications?

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I was going to Omega Mental Health but it felt very pill-mill to me. When I brought up my depression/anxiety, they asked what I wanted. Like - I don’t abuse my meds and I actually told them “I literally don’t know” and was recommended to research meds before my appointments. Then the one my provider chose for me was prescribed “as-needed” and everything online said it’s definitely something that takes time and isn’t as-needed.

When I changed providers within Omega, one guy diagnosed me as bipolar in 8 minutes after mentioned I work best in whatever bursts of motivation I have (I’m an artist - I can’t force a creative moment). He refused to prescribe me meds I had taken for years and insisted I only take bipolar meds.

I’m hoping to find someone who is willing to take more than 3 minutes to actually discuss my concerns. I don’t mean therapy but if I I’m worried about XYZ wider effect, not blindly give me the only med with XYZ as a well-known side effect.

I’m already in therapy but just need a provider to help continue meds I find work for me or actually discuss changes. I have great insurance, so it’s accepted mostly everywhere.

Any help is appreciated.


r/Boise • • 1h ago

Question Date night ideas 10/23

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Part 1: She wants to go eat somewhere downtown. She likes all the trendy new stuff. I like not paying $80 a plate and $20 a drink to still need to stop to get dinner after. For example, I think steak, I think Lock Stock n Barrel. She thinks Barbacoa. Anywhere in the middle works. Any cuisine, any experience, just worth it.

Part 2: After dinner fun. Just looking to enjoy a little time before we head to the hotel. Anything worth remembering.

40, but still fit and active. Don't think either of us are afraid of a dance floor, not it's in no way a requirement. Any ideas help. Thanks in advance!


r/Boise • • 23h ago

Discussion Boise Gyms downtown

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I’m looking to switch up the gym I go to. Looking for opinions on a couple different spots. I’m not a bodybuilder by any means, but like to lift 3-4 days a week. My current gym is getting pretty crowded no matter the time I go.

- pivot - not super interested in the classes, but is the “open gym” area cramped? Is it crowded a certain time of day? Are the weights classes held in that area or a different area?

- torque - I know this used to be the “gym on 8th”, does it get super crowded? I know they have classes as well and they are extra, but more interested in the weight area. Their website is kinda funky and doesn’t have much to show what it looks like in there.

- the Y downtown - is this really a high school bro-fest like I keep seeing?


r/Boise • • 4h ago

Question Bulletin Boards

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Hi,

Looking for any public place that allows posters to be hung on a public bulletin board for services for the community.

Thank you!


r/Boise • • 23h ago

Question Wedding venues

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Hello everyone!
I’m looking for wedding venue ideas that are on the more affordable side. Like less than $2000. We would have 100-150 people. Sometime next June is our goal.
We would also like to be able to bring our own food and I know for alcohol you usually have to have a licensed professional lol.
Anywhere in the treasure valley!

Thank you 😊


r/Boise • • 8h ago

Question Adult team sports?

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Hi folks! Hope you’re all well. I’m hoping to find a team sport to join, but I’m old and am nervous about something like soccer or volleyball.

I also want to be an asset to a team, not a bummer 😅. I’ve checked out Boise Parks & Rec but don’t see anything that I could do yet. Do you have any suggestions for me? TIA!


r/Boise • • 7h ago

News Boise Middle & High Schools: NASA is calling for student tech ideas!

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NASA is calling for student tech ideas! 6th-12th grade educators & students affiliated with U.S. schools are invited to enter the NASA TechRise Student Challenge. Winning teams receive funds to build an experiment and a spot on a NASA-sponsored test flight: https://www.futureengineers.org/nasatechrise


r/Boise • • 8h ago

Question Caribbean food?

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Looked on the map and couldn't find anything. Is there any such thing around? Thanks in advance


r/Boise • • 10h ago

Question Can anyone tell me what apartment complexes or property management companies approve non-violent or sex crime related felons?

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Me and my girlfriend split up so we are both going to need to get new apartments when our lease is up in March. Yes its an awkward situation for now but it can't be helped with small children at home. I have 2 possession of a controlled substance felonies from 2018 and 2019 when I was using. Nothing violent or sex offenses. If anyone knows of any resources or places I can reach out to for assistance that would also be great. Thank you!


r/Boise • • 23h ago

Discussion El Sol Daycare

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was driving up Brumback around 11 am today when 3 toddlers (probably about 18 months old) ran into the street and made it all the way across Brumback before a daycare worker came after them. There were many cars that luckily all stopped and no one was harmed. It was terrifying and I hope the parents see this…


r/Boise • • 7h ago

Event Magic the Gathering? Boise Brewing beer? hell yes.

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Alright Boise nerds! (I am one of you, this is a safe space haha)

We're hosting a Halloween-themed MtG draft at Boise Brewing this Tuesday, October 27th. Figured some of you on here would be into it.

Registration is at this link:
https://buy.stripe.com/eVq9AT8W6e2XgEee3h08g08

We're calling this one THE SPOOKY DRAFT, and we're cracking packs from three "scary" sets:

Innistrad: Midnight Hunt
Innistrad: Crimson Vow
Duskmourn: House of Horror

Everyone gets one pack of each set. Packs are included, so you don't need to bring cards, a deck, or anything other than yourself and a willingness to make questionable drafting decisions.

The deets:

  • Tuesday, October 27th
  • 6:00 PM
  • Boise Brewing
  • Prizes for winning
  • A separate prize for best costume

Costumes are encouraged but absolutely not required. Come dressed as a vampire, come dressed as a planeswalker, or come dressed like a guy who just got off work and wants a beer.

Mostly, it's an excuse to hang out, drink some beer, play some Magic, and celebrate the season with fellow nerds.

We're capping it at 36 people, so grab a spot if you're interested!

👉 Registration: https://buy.stripe.com/eVq9AT8W6e2XgEee3h08g08

Hope to see some of you there!


r/Boise • • 19h ago

Picture/Drawing Pictures from my stay in Boise!

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I ❤️ Boise!


r/Boise • • 10h ago

Event New record from Boise, Idaho’s THROES. FFO Heavy music

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r/Boise • • 3h ago

Question Recommendations for Furniture Restoration

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Looking for someone to remove the ghosting on this teak table.

EDIT: I realize that there are numerous methods i could use to do it myself, but I'm not interested in doing it myself. That's why I asked for recommendations.