A fresh start to the day at the Boise Depot by Kevin Wikse.

kevin wikse



kevin wikse
On a quiet early Sunday morning, I visited one of my favorite and most prominent landmarks in Boise, the Boise Depot. Built circa 1925 as a train depot for the Union Pacific Railroad, its uniquely Spanish-style architecture has charmed visitors for nearly 100 years. Situated on the bench, the Depot overlooks beautiful Downtown Boise and witnesses stunning sunrises and sunsets; it is a popular destination for Boise residents to enjoy its picturesque views. 


After taking a quick stroll through the grounds and over the small bridge, I sat on a well-placed bench to watch Downtown Boise wake up to the sound of commerce as Boisians ordered coffee, bagels, and breakfasts from its plethora of cafes and restaurants. The Boise, Depot's pond attracts much waterfowl and other wildlife. Their calls and songs created a splendid morning atmosphere to immerse me in and a positive perspective for the rest of the day.




kevin wikse

Suppose you would like to have a similar experience yourself. In that case, I recommend arriving at the Boise Depot a little before sunrise, 5:45 am during the week. On weekends, before 9 am is ideal; regular visitors typically come around 10 am. 


-Kevin Wikse


kevin wikse


kevin wikse


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Reunions with old friends at Morris Hill Cemetery by Kevin WIkse.

Image
After meeting a friend for what became gas station coffee in a chilly park on a frosty bench (I am happy to report Jackson's has leveled up their coffee game, and the cold, iced-over park provided a wonderful ambiance and atmosphere for this long overdue reunion) this morning, I made a side trip on my way home. I re-visited the Morris Hill Cemetery on Latah, which has quietly carried significant meaning for me—a sort of "origins story" for a cornerstone in my life.  Circa 2002 (maybe 2003), I recruited a few local ghost hunters and paranormal research enthusiasts on Yahoo Messenger in Boise and scheduled a meet-up. I called and asked to speak with a manager at Morris Hill Cemetery. I explained that three others and I would like permission to enter the grounds around midnight that coming Friday night to take some pictures from a media project I was working on at Boise State University (which was true). We wouldn't be there for more than 30 minutes and would be discree
Read more

The Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic 2023 by Kevin Wikse

Image
  Held at Ann Morrison Park, phantom vestiges of the now-defunct Boise River Festival still linger in the air surrounding the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic. For those who remember, take a moment of silence and acknowledge those bygone days for what was a brief window of time for a unique Boise cultural phenomenon. For those who never knew, take solace; you need not experience the gnawing pains of regret that come at the end of a golden age.  While it feels like a breath of fresh air, the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic is merely someone opening the door during a long and beautiful eulogy for a once wonderous River Festival. Old world blues, I suppose. While I remain jaded, I am becoming tentatively optimistic about the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic.  -Kevin Wikse Spirit of Boise
Read more