Boise Bug Day!: (Underwhelming)/Brazilian Black T Dropped

[CutThroat Kid]

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Boise Bug Day

I went to Boise's very own "Bug Day!" it was fun, but lacking in some respects, especially at $14 a ticket. But I do believe the proceeds help fund natural conservation, so I didn't mind spending the money. The event took place in the Boise Botanical Gardens. in Terms of live bugs available to observe, here is the roll call:

General:

• Blue Death Feigning Beetles
• Banana Slug
• African Giant Black Millipede
• Vinegaroon
• Whip Scorpion
• Some unique kind of large cricket (not Mormon)
• Milkback Isopod (yes, a single isopod in a Tupperware, lol)

Tarantulas:

• Tliltocatl albopilosus
• Grammostola pulchra
  

I believe all the insects came from Idaho State University, I know at least all of the the Arachnids did. And the arachnids seemed housed with at least some care. The millipede and isopod were kept on swampy, and I mean swampy moss. And the second I walked away from the teen who was running the table with the T's, going back and forth between handling each in front of loads of onlookers, on the Brazilian Black at the moment, I hear a couple of screams. I turn to see the kid chasing said Brazillain black through the grass as people scattered in panic. Made for a good laugh, and though feeling bad for the T, I do think I got my money's worth in that moment.

What made the even worthwhile in the end, was the large booth by Idaho's Museum of Natural History. They had several cabinets laid out containing hundreds of preserved species of beetles, bees, and butterflies. They even put one together containing only species of beetles that can be found in Idaho, and I love beetles! So that was nice to have out. I also made some connections and possible volunteering opportunities; lots of business cards from curators and entomologists alike! Apparently, they have loads of work every day in describing species of beetles given to them from around Idaho and are the main people doing the work here. So, i will definitely being trying to get involved.

 

[SpookySpooder]

Bug Day at Idaho Botanical Garden | Visit Boise

Get ready for Bug Day: Where Learning Gets Wild! Join us on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Idaho Botanical Garden for a day full of bug-themed activities from local organizations, live music, a VW Bug car show, and a large Mantis puppet roaming the Garden! Date: September 16, 2023 Time...

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I can see that they're trying, and I applaud them for the effort... but that's a sad and pathetic showing for anybody who's already interested in this.

 

[CutThroat Kid]

Bug Day at Idaho Botanical Garden | Visit Boise

Get ready for Bug Day: Where Learning Gets Wild! Join us on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Idaho Botanical Garden for a day full of bug-themed activities from local organizations, live music, a VW Bug car show, and a large Mantis puppet roaming the Garden! Date: September 16, 2023 Time...

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I can see that they're trying, and I applaud them for the effort... but that's a sad and pathetic showing for anybody who's already interested in this.

Thank you for the tip!

Yeah, I agree! I think it was cool that they had at least some living things for people to observe and interact with. But lacking for a hobbyist indeed. The event was obviously geared towards kids and education but even still lacking in that regard haha.

I forgot to mention the Volkswagen bug contest! A couple of old VW bugs dressed up like, well, bugs haha. Wish I took pictures!

 

[Tentacle Toast]

Sounds like a good time, I can appreciate stuff like that. Hopefully they've learned as much as they hoped to teach, & they'll evolve a little with each year.

 

[CutThroat Kid]

Sounds like a good time, I can appreciate stuff like that. Hopefully they've learned as much as they hoped to teach, & they'll evolve a little with each year.

Haha, I would agree! Accept for I believe this was the 22nd year they've done it. It served a purpose, which I think was primarily to raise funds, and based on the turnout and price of admission, it was a successful fundraiser.

 

[Tentacle Toast]

Haha, I would agree! Accept for I believe this was the 22nd year they've done it. It served a purpose, which I think was primarily to raise funds, and based on the turnout and price of admission, it was a successful fundraiser.

Well...just imagine how far they've come, then...LoL
Still seems like a good time (for a good cause), glad you were able to enjoy it. Thanks for sharing...

 

[Smotzer]

That’s great!

 

[Ultum4Spiderz]

I don't know how to make the big pretty links that have a thumbnail, but below is a link to more info.

Boise Bug Day

I went to Boise's very own "Bug Day!" it was fun, but lacking in some respects, especially at $14 a ticket. But I do believe the proceeds help fund natural conservation, so I didn't mind spending the money. The event took place in the Boise Botanical Gardens. in Terms of live bugs available to observe, here is the roll call:

General:

• Blue Death Feigning Beetles
• Banana Slug
• African Giant Black Millipede
• Vinegaroon
• Whip Scorpion
• Some unique kind of large cricket (not Mormon)
• Milkback Isopod (yes, a single isopod in a Tupperware, lol)

Tarantulas:

• Tliltocatl albopilosus
• Grammostola pulchra

I believe all the insects came from Idaho State University, I know at least all of the the Arachnids did. And the arachnids seemed housed with at least some care. The millipede and isopod were kept on swampy, and I mean swampy moss. And the second I walked away from the teen who was running the table with the T's, going back and forth between handling each in front of loads of onlookers, on the Brazilian Black at the moment, I hear a couple of screams. I turn to see the kid chasing said Brazillain black through the grass as people scattered in panic. Made for a good laugh, and though feeling bad for the T, I do think I got my money's worth in that moment.

What made the even worthwhile in the end, was the large booth by Idaho's Museum of Natural History. They had several cabinets laid out containing hundreds of preserved species of beetles, bees, and butterflies. They even put one together containing only species of beetles that can be found in Idaho, and I love beetles! So that was nice to have out. I also made some connections and possible volunteering opportunities; lots of business cards from curators and entomologists alike! Apparently, they have loads of work every day in describing species of beetles given to them from around Idaho and are the main people doing the work here. So, i will definitely being trying to get involved.

Must had been a Fun day!!!