Bogus Basin Transitions to Late Summer Hours, Announces Upcoming Events

Bogus Basin has announced its transition to late summer operating hours. Beginning Saturday, September 7th, the area will be open from 11 am to 5 pm on Saturdays and Sundays through September 29th.

Several events are planned at the nonprofit before the season ends, including a special finale for the free Music on the Mountain concert series. Saturday, September 7th. Opera Idaho will perform from 4 pm to 5 pm on the Simplot Base Area Stage.

“On Saturday we will have 5 Opera singers, Jason Detwiler, baritone; Michele Detwiler, mezzo-soprano; Andrew Peck, tenor; BrieAnne Welch, soprano; and Rebecca Pearce, soprano – perform a variety of popular opera arias, art songs, and musical theatre classics.” - Parker Pratt, Opera Idaho

They will be accompanied by a professional string quartet (Kathy Stutzman, Heather Calkins, Dave Johnson and Stephen Mathie) and pianist, Betsi Hodges, on keyboard.

A narrator will deliver a brief description between each set. A printed program will include concert details and an exclusive discount code for Music on the Mountain attendees for upcoming Opera Idaho productions.

The day will also feature a performance by the Frim Fram Four, a Boise-based group known for their classic Jazz Age arrangements and songs, playing from 2 pm to 3:15 pm. 

During the concerts, representatives from the Idaho Wine Commission will offer tastings from local wineries.

In addition to these highlights and its regular operations, Bogus Basin has a full schedule of weekend events throughout September, including guided nature programs, free yoga sessions, a mountain biking skills clinic in partnership with SheJumps, and free Music on the Patio performances.

On Saturday, September 28th, from 12 pm to 3 pm, the public is invited to Bogus Basin to celebrate National Public Lands Day. The event will feature informative booths from local land management agencies and conservation groups, raffle prizes, free guided nature hikes, and engaging nature-based crafts and activities.

“Our final month of summer operations celebrates partnerships, appreciating the natural environment in new ways, and engaging the community in accessible and affordable mountain recreation and education.” - Susan Saad, Director, Community & Customer Relations

The area’s family-friendly attractions and amenities, including The Glade Runner, Idaho’s only mountain coaster, and The Mineshaft Challenge Course, The Basin Gravity Park for downhill mountain biking, and full food & beverage service, will remain available weekends through September 29th.

Contact:
Susan Saad
Director, Community & Customer Relations
Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area
[email protected]