Travel & Field Trips
NOTE: Fees for trips must be received thirty (30) days prior to scheduled departure date. Your reservation for the trip will be taken in order of payment, not registration. If we do not have the minimum of 40 people paid 30 days prior to a trip, we will cancel it. Fees are nonrefundable within that 30-day period except for medical reasons. If you cancel for medical reasons we will refund any monies that are not dedicated funds. Dedicated funds include bus costs, which are based on the number of people who have paid for the trip, and any nonrefundable expenses that NKA has spent on the trip. All costs for overnight trips are double occupancy. For a single add $50.00 per night to fee.
Course Catalog
Thanksgiving Point Adventures
Lovely day trip to Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, Utah. Experience the many beautiful flower displays that the 55 acres of Ashton Gardens has to offer. Ride the carousel and visit the Museum of Curiosities. Lunch is on your own, so bring your favorite sack lunch or dine at the Trellis Café. Continuing on, you will have your choice of museum venues…Butterfly/Insect Biosphere and Conservatory, Museum of Ancient Life, and Farm Country Living Museum. Heading home, enjoy fine dining at the world-renowned Maddox Restaurant. Activity Level: Moderate; Golf carts are available on a first come first served basis. Cost: $50 (per 2 hours) Departure Location & Address: Pocatello Regional Transport (PRT) 5815 S. 5th Ave., Pocatello. Parking is available on site. There are restrooms inside the terminal. Class Limit: 40 Fee: $130 – includes bus, bus driver tip, snacks, water, admission to Aston Gardens, the Museum of Curiosities, Butterfly/Insect Biosphere and Conservatory, Museum of Ancient Life, Farm Country Living Museum, and dinner at the Maddox.
Plant Walk at Cherry Springs Nature
Geoff Hogander, member of the Native Plant Society, will lead a leisurely walk through the Cherry Springs Nature Area pointing out some of the plants, their names and descriptions. This walk will be a hands-on experience of plants discussed in an earlier lecture. The trails are blacktopped and easy traveling. A restroom is available in the parking lot. Location: Cherry Springs Nature Area – South Mink Creek Road Class limit: 16
Historical Caribou County Excursion
Visit Soda Springs Historical Museum, then onto the only Geyser in the United States that is on an hourly mechanical timer. Step back in time as we travel to Chesterfield. Visit the LDS Chapel that was built in 1883 where the original organ remains. Go shopping in the general store and tour the old town site with rural refurbished homes from the 1800’s, complete with antique furnishing. Lunch will be provided. Activity Level: Moderate Departure Location & Address: Pocatello Regional Transport (PRT) 5815 S. 5th Ave., Pocatello. Parking is available on site. There are restrooms inside the terminal. Class Limit: 40 Fee: $72 – includes bus, bus driver tip, lunch, and donations How and When to Pay: Make checks payable to NKA and send to Shanna Erickson, 3938 Aaron Ln., Pocatello ID 83202 (208-241-6825), sbaumgarter1617@yahoo.com by May 16th.
Driggs Snowscapes - Driggs, Idaho
Saturday: January 24; check in: 8:30 AM, depart: 9:00 AM – returning approximately 7:00 PM Enjoy the beauty of winter with monumental snow sculptures that take shape on Driggs City Plaza. Watch the artists work during the Quick Sculpt competition. Take in the sights and delicious smells as you browse the vendor booths and food trucks. Check out the Teton Geo Museum with various artistic displays. We will stop for dinner at Chuck-a-Rama in Idaho Falls on the way home. Activity Level: Moderate Departure Location & Address: Pocatello Regional Transport (PRT) 5815 S. 5th Ave., Pocatello. Parking is available on site. There are restrooms inside the terminal. Class Limit: 52 Fee: $62 – includes bus, bus driver tip, snacks, water, dinner, and gratuity. How and When to Pay: Make checks payable to NKA and send to Shanna Erickson, 3938 Aaron Ln., Pocatello ID 83202 (208-241-6825, sbaumgarter1617@yahoo.com) by January 6th.
Understanding E-Bikes and Basic Bike Maintenance
We will be discussing types of E-bikes, technology, pros and cons, and basic bike maintenance.
Walking Tour of Zoo Idaho
Join us on a guided walking tour of Zoo Idaho. Learn about the animals on site and the ins and outs of zookeeping, etc. This is an outdoor event, dress appropriately with comfortable walking shoes. Class Limit: 20 Class Fee: $13 – includes admission price – please pay on arrival