April 30, 2012 - Boise

My knee was pretty swollen this morning, so I had to do a very abbreviated version of the Boise walk.  We chose the Oregon Trail YRE.

The Idaho State Capitol building was constructed in 1905 and restored in 2006.  It is a typical domed state
Capitol building, reminiscent of the US Capitol in Washington, DC.


The exhibit on the bottom floor (Garden Level) is very well done. There is a pamphlet available on this level that includes a self-guided tour.

The interior features several types of marble, including one type from Alaska. Many of the columns are surfaced with scagliola, a sort of faux marble finish which yields a very realistic look.

 

After visiting the Capitol, we wandered around the downtown area a bit. It was lively and bustling. We went to a gift shop called "Taters" where I bought hand lotion made from potatoes.

The walk also visits the Greenbelt Trail, the Boise River, the Oregon Trail Memorial Bridge, the Bronco Stadium, and Fort Boise.

Walk Route:  B-

Walk Documentation:  C