Archive for the ‘Recreation’ Category

Posted on August 22, 2009 - by mckenzie

A Fish Tale

Posted on January 20, 2009 - by Editor

Nordic Ski Day. Event Recap From Blackhawk

Guests of Blackhawk on the River took to the Nordic trails on a perfect winter day in McCall on Saturday, January 17th to enjoy the 12 km of trails groomed to perfection. Skate skiers, Nordic skiers and snowshoers alike came out to Blackhawk for an afternoon of winter fun and hot chocolate!

Don’t miss your opportunity to try out the Blackhawk Nordic trails on February 21st when Blackhawk will host the McCall Nordic Marathon and Ski-in / Ski-out Farmers Market. For more information, call (208) 630-5070.

 

Posted on January 20, 2009 - by Editor

Dog Sledding Heaven. Event Recap, Photos

Blackhawk’s Nordic trails were transformed into a dog sledding heaven on Saturday, January 10th when Carol Riehle and her dogs, Mambo, Keenu, Kobuk and Kiya, visited Blackhawk. Carol had been mushing for about 5 years and shared her insight with Blackhawk guests. After getting the facts about the different types of dog teams, sleds and hitches, event-goers were treated to an amazing display of speed and snow as the team took to the trails.

Carol will be back at Blackhawk on February 28th. If you would like to attend this event, call (208) 630-4348 to RSVP!

 

Posted on October 7, 2008 - by Editor

Idaho’s Alpine Lakes, Armchair Speaker Series

Stacey Gebhards entertained and educated at the first Armchair Speaker Event held on Saturday, October 4th at the Blackhawk Equestrian Center Ranch House. With mulled wine and cider in hand, guests were treated to a history of how Idaho has managed the fish in its over 2,000 alpine lakes. From a glimpse at how these lakes were created to stocking techniques to variables that impact how large fish grow to cooking techniques and where to find common and rare species of fish in Idaho’s high-mountain lakes, Mr. Gebhards shared a wealth of knowledge that left guests anxious to get out there and fish!

The next Armchair Speaker Series will be on Saturday, November 15th at the Ranch House where Stacey Gebhards will share cold weather survival skills. Please call the Blackhawk on the River Sales Office at 208.630.5070 to RSVP.

Posted on July 18, 2008 - by Editor

Paint the Pony Ice Cream Social

Pony rides, lemonade, watermelon ice cream and very colorful horses…what more could you ask for on a Sunday afternoon? The first Paint the Pony Ice Cream social brought out kids of all ages looking to try out their artistic skills on a very unique canvas. After pony rides and a lot of ice cream, the paint came out and Scooby and Pretty Boy received stunning makeovers. Don’t miss out on your chance to leave your mark on the Blackhawk horses at the next Paint the Pony Ice Cream Social on August 3rd!

Posted on June 12, 2008 - by Editor

A Fish Tale

Blackhawk on the River homeowner Bill West, our resident fly fishing guru, recently discovered an 18-inch rainbow trout spawning in one of the braided side channels at Blackhawk. Wanting a closer look, he cast into the channel and hooked the trout on the first cast. After a quick view of the trout’s stunning coloring, he released the fish back into the channels for others to enjoy.

Blackhawk on the River has worked in coordination with Trout Unlimited to restore the side channels flowing off of the Payette River and winding throughout the development as they provide ideal spawning grounds for the native fish.

Posted on June 7, 2008 - by Editor

Stargazing BBQ

To kick off the Campfire Summer Schedule, Blackhawk on the River homeowners enjoyed food, friends, and astrology at the first Stargazing BBQ on Saturday, June 7th at the fishing grotto. Between roasting s’mores over the campfire and getting a fly fishing lesson from Blackhawk on the River homeowner Bill West, kids of all ages enjoyed the scenic setting along the banks of the Payette River.

“These events are such a wonderful opportunity to socialize with the Blackhawk family,” said Jil Wickander, Director of Outdoor Pursuits and Environmental Stewardship. “Our hope is to make these BBQs a summer tradition.”

If you missed this first Stargazing BBQ, don’t despair…you still have a chance to get in on the fun! Blackhawk on the River will be hosting three more BBQs throughout the summer: July 5th , August 2nd and August 30th .