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I have a young lady friend that has a three year old girl. Her husband is overseas with the Marines and she is not driving right now because of a shoulder problem. I drove her to Omaha recently to visit a Doctor. I babysat the three year old while in the Doctors waiting room. The nurse came out a few minutes later and told me that it was going to be two hours before an unforeseen procedure would be completed. The Doctors office is just a few blocks from a Cabela's store. I told the nurse to tell C**** we would be there and to call when she was ready to go.
I use a wheelchair if I have to walk or stand for more than a few minutes. Cabelas provides some really nice ones (electric powered). The little girl was enthralled with it. She sat in my lap and steered and actually did a good job. She loved helping me shop but she wanted to buy a lot more things than I could justify in my budget. She was especially fascinated with the artificial lures etc in the fishing department. The taxidermy displays were equally intriguing. She wanted to pet the "nice puppy" ( a six foot tall Black Bear) but I told her she couldn't. Then we went to the aquarium! Her eyes lit up when she saw the fish swimming around. The two hours went by very quickly and when her Mother called she was sad about having to leave. We went back to pick up her Mother and she was telling her Mom about all the things she saw. C**** said she was starving and asked if there were any decent places to eat close by. I suggested Cabela's. So we went back. After the two ladies split a venison burger and I had a Bison Steak sandwich & fries the little girl wanted to show her mommy the store. They headed to the aquarium area and I went back to the gun counter. I fell in love with a 1873 Winchester rifle but I didn't think I could afford the price. I did buy a box of twenty two ammo though.
On the way back to Lincoln we had to cross over the Platte River bridge. A****** was really disappointed when she was told there were fish in the river but we couldn't see them unless we caught them with a fishing pole. I think I may have a new fishing buddy LOL. I don't want to sound like a commercial for Cabela's but I am sure your Grandkids would enjoy it. Even the food in the cafeteria is decent and definitely different than the fare at McDonald's. I think there is a Cabela's in Boise.
P.S. I just checked Cabela's locations in Idaho and Post Falls seems to be the only location. I don't know how far that is from you but it is worth a drive and any drive in Idaho is enjoyable.
GL2
At 450 miles away, Post Falls would be a bit far for a day trip. We do have a Cabela's in Boise and it does have fun "stuff", nice mounts, and aquarium you refer to. It doesn't have a cafeteria though.
I have a young lady friend that has a three year old girl. Her husband is overseas with the Marines and she is not driving right now because of a shoulder problem. I drove her to Omaha recently to visit a Doctor. I babysat the three year old while in the Doctors waiting room. The nurse came out a few minutes later and told me that it was going to be two hours before an unforeseen procedure would be completed. The Doctors office is just a few blocks from a Cabela's store. I told the nurse to tell C**** we would be there and to call when she was ready to go.
I use a wheelchair if I have to walk or stand for more than a few minutes. Cabelas provides some really nice ones (electric powered). The little girl was enthralled with it. She sat in my lap and steered and actually did a good job. She loved helping me shop but she wanted to buy a lot more things than I could justify in my budget. She was especially fascinated with the artificial lures etc in the fishing department. The taxidermy displays were equally intriguing. She wanted to pet the "nice puppy" ( a six foot tall Black Bear) but I told her she couldn't. Then we went to the aquarium! Her eyes lit up when she saw the fish swimming around. The two hours went by very quickly and when her Mother called she was sad about having to leave. We went back to pick up her Mother and she was telling her Mom about all the things she saw. C**** said she was starving and asked if there were any decent places to eat close by. I suggested Cabela's. So we went back. After the two ladies split a venison burger and I had a Bison Steak sandwich & fries the little girl wanted to show her mommy the store. They headed to the aquarium area and I went back to the gun counter. I fell in love with a 1873 Winchester rifle but I didn't think I could afford the price. I did buy a box of twenty two ammo though.
On the way back to Lincoln we had to cross over the Platte River bridge. A****** was really disappointed when she was told there were fish in the river but we couldn't see them unless we caught them with a fishing pole. I think I may have a new fishing buddy LOL. I don't want to sound like a commercial for Cabela's but I am sure your Grandkids would enjoy it. Even the food in the cafeteria is decent and definitely different than the fare at McDonald's. I think there is a Cabela's in Boise.
P.S. I just checked Cabela's locations in Idaho and Post Falls seems to be the only location. I don't know how far that is from you but it is worth a drive and any drive in Idaho is enjoyable.
GL2
Wow....now that's something I never would have thought of in a million years. Actually, I've never been into a Cabela's myself either, so it would be an experience for all of us. ZOSO1970 is right though....450 miles is way too far since the kids have zero experience travelling long distances (anything over 30 miles is a very long distance where they live), and don't really travel well in cars. If the Boise Cabela's has even some of the stuff yours did, then they'll love it. Thanks for the great tip!!
To everyone who gave me suggestions, a great big thanks from me, plus my son and his family. Their plane reservations got all messed up and they lost a day getting here, but had fun for the rest of the time.
They thoroughly enjoyed hiking at Camelback, the botanical gardens (great place to let them play "pretend" games and also run around until they're tired), painting all the windows on the patio, the Idaho Discovery Center (which was my favorite, by far!!)and several other items suggested.
I'm sure the hot weather helped, but what turned out to be their most favorite, by far, was the homemade slip 'n slide I made in the back yard. A 25' x 10' roll of 6 mil plastic, six "Pool Noodles" to be fastened to the sides to keep the water flowing downhill on the plastic. They spent two entire afternoons playing with that non-stop! At least the adults got to relax a bit while they ran up and down the hill. We offered to take them to the waterpark, but they insisted they only wanted to play on granddad's slip 'n slide.
Overall they had a great visit and I think I've converted another family to retire in Idaho in another ten years or so!
Hello,
You request made me chuckle so here ya go!
I am also a grandparent of similar aged grand children. Water is always a good option, if not at roarig springs, usually very crowed and somewhat spendy. Eagle island State park has a small water slide, reasonably priced and lots of shade. Get there early for a table.
A city park in west Meridian also has water fun and is free. Cannot remember the name. Search should locate it for you!
Lucky Peak is a distance but always a fun experience. I think I grew up on that water. On way to Idaho City, east Boise.
They may be a bit too young for the discover center on Myrtle st. in Boise. But a great hands on fun and excellent learning experience.
The Julie Davison park but the Discover center has a Zoo and paddle boats as well. I sure there are many other ideas....but here are a few it not too late.
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Hello All,
I retired and moved to Nampa about 10 months and have been so busy setting up a home and getting used to retired life, that I haven't spent much time looking around. Now, my grandkids are coming in 12 days for a one-week stay, and I haven't the slightest idea of what to do with them.
They are a 4-yr-old girl and a 6-yr-old boy. I'm sure they would much prefer to sit in front of a computer or iPad all day long, but that isn't going to happen. I've seen the water park beside I-84, so that's a possibility. I hear that tubing hasn't started yet because of high flow on the river, plus it's icy cold. Any suggestions? Is the Birds of Prey oriented towards kids? Are there any interactive museums or science displays around?
They were initially coming near the end of July, so we thought we had a lot longer to plan. Now, however, it's less than two weeks. Panic time!!!!
Any input that anyone could provide would be greatly appreciated!!
I hadn't thought of Lucky Peak....will try that next time if they want to go. I've talked to them on Skype a few times since they left, and all they talk about it "Grandpa's Slip 'n Slide".
They were not too young for the Discovery Center downtown....that was also a big hit. There is enough to keep everyone, from the 4-yr-old up through the grandparents, interested for the 4 hours we were there!! I think we had as much fun as the kids. That's definitely a "must see" for anyone visiting the area with kids.
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Originally Posted by Sheree1
Hello,
You request made me chuckle so here ya go!
I am also a grandparent of similar aged grand children. Water is always a good option, if not at roarig springs, usually very crowed and somewhat spendy. Eagle island State park has a small water slide, reasonably priced and lots of shade. Get there early for a table.
A city park in west Meridian also has water fun and is free. Cannot remember the name. Search should locate it for you!
Lucky Peak is a distance but always a fun experience. I think I grew up on that water. On way to Idaho City, east Boise.
They may be a bit too young for the discover center on Myrtle st. in Boise. But a great hands on fun and excellent learning experience.
The Julie Davison park but the Discover center has a Zoo and paddle boats as well. I sure there are many other ideas....but here are a few it not too late.
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