Boiling Springs Hot Springs in Idaho Revisited

Boiling Springs CabinsThe 2 pools near the source were very hot and featured an abundance of silt and algae. The pools near the point where the hot creek (source outflow) meets the river were way too cool. The hearty amount of steam pumping out of the source made for picturesque views of the crisp valley …

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) Votes Loom

As early as this afternoon, the Senate will begin a series of critical votes on a "budget reconciliation" bill that includes provisions to open the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil and gas drilling. Unlike other pieces of legislation, the budget bill cannot be filibustered, so the only way your senators can protect the Arctic …

The Hot Springs Guy Featured in Thrive Weekly

Thrive Weekly is currently running an Active Profile on the Hot Springs Guy (*ahem* - that would be me). Pretty cool stuff!The Bloke Who Loves to SoakPick up a free Thrive in print around the Treasure Valley (ID) or click on the link below to view the web version.Thrive Weekly Active Profile (web version):Read 'The …

Rocky Canyon Hot Springs in Idaho Revisited

10.17.05 Rocky Canyon Hot Springs Trip ReportIt was a nice return visit to Rocky Canyon. After braving the cold water river ford we were rewarded with a choice of two steamy soaks.Rocky Canyon Hot SpringsAll of the pools look slightly different in contrast to their position and how they were reinforced in the past. Be …

Endangered Species Update

The battle to save America's endangered species now depends on the Senate. In September, the House of Representatives approved major changes to the Endangered Species Act (ESA), which would cripple 30-year-old protections.Send an e-mail - Before the Senate starts debating major changes to the ESA, tell your senators to keep strong safeguards for rare species.Click …

Hollywood Going Green? You bet –

I was really stoked when I stumbled upon Leonardo DiCaprio's Eco-Site when researching Global Warming. I love it when someone highly influential dedicates part of their life to a good cause. Granted; our society gives celebrity types way too much power - at least a select few are utilizing that power in positive ways.His Eco-Site …