Idaho Environmental Forum

What a wonderful run for the 2026 Elemental Idaho Series! Over the past 4 weeks, we explored Air, Earth, Fire, and Water, each session bringing a fresh perspective on the natural systems that shape Idaho and the challenges and opportunities we share in stewarding them.

A sincere thank you to all of the speakers who shared their time, expertise, and passion. Each talk was thoughtful, engaging, and grounded in real work happening across our state. From wildfire resilience and river sedimentation to watershed health and the complex infrastructure systems that deliver our utilities, every “element” added something meaningful to the conversation.

Thank you to our sponsors, without whom events like these would not be possible! And to Scheels and Stio for their raffle item donations!

And of course, everyone who showed up, asked questions, and stayed engaged week after week. Thank you for being a part of conversations that matter!

Well it's officially been an entire month of Elemental Idaho 2026! Join us for a week 4 with a discussion on wildland fire with an emphasis on southern Idaho. Hear predictions from NOAA Fire meteorologists about the 2026 fire season, and from Boise National Forest staff about recent fire history, firefighting preparedness, and wildfire fighting tactics. PLUS WE'RE FINALLY RAFFLING OFF THOSE YETI COOLERS!

Registration: https://www.idahoenvironmentalforum.org/event-6642639

Speakers:
* Sophia Adams - Incident Meteorologist & Fire Weather Program Co-Lead, National Weather Service
* David Francomb - Acting Forest Supervisor, Boise National Forest

We continue our 2026 Elemental Idaho Series with Water Week on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Join us 4:30 - 6:00 PM as we discuss the hidden complexity behind every glass of water. Panelists will unpack how sourcing, treatment, compliance, and infrastructure decisions must come together in perfect harmony each time you turn on your tap.

Register now: https://www.idahoenvironmentalforum.org/event-6642631

Panelists:
- Cassandra Lemmons, DEQ
- Laurelei Bakken (McVey), City of Meridian
- David Johnns, Veolia

Tuesday again already?! Don't miss Week 2 of the Elemental Idaho series. Your $10 registration gets you a drink and a free entry into our raffle. Prizes every week but two grand prize Yeti Coolers on Week 4!
Register: https://www.idahoenvironmentalforum.org/event-6642626
Speakers:
- Jordan Fields, Trout Unlimited
- Rob Richardson, Rio Applied Science & Engineering

Sediment is often treated as a problem. But, in river systems, it’s also a powerful force for renewal. This panel explores the complex role sediment plays in shaping Idaho’s rivers, ecosystems, and fisheries.

Once again our amazing members packed the halls and broke attendance records! Week 1 of Elemental Idaho 2026 was such a blast! A huge thank you to our speakers Kala and Kresta, to White Dog Brewing for hosting us this year. And of course our sponsors, without whom events like these wouldnt be possible.
Next up: Earth Week!

Register today: https://www.idahoenvironmentalforum.org/event-6642626

Do you want to win a travel-sized YETI COOLER?! How about a Scheels Gift Card?! New this year: your $10 Elemental Idaho registration now includes not only a drink ticket but also one entry per week into our raffle. Attend each week and increase your odds of winning one of two brand new Yeti Coolers!

Each week we will be raffling off gift cards and other goodies and on Tues May 26, two grand prize winners will walk away with a Yeti Cooler!

Thank you Scheels for your generous donation!

Register today! https://www.idahoenvironmentalforum.org/in-person-forums

The Elemental Idaho series is back for its third year! We're kicking off Week 1 with Air. Join the Idaho Environmental Forum on Tuesday, May 5 from 4:30 - 6:00 at White Dog Brewing (**new location***) for a fascinating presentation on Cloud Seeding. We know you're curious! Register today: https://www.idahoenvironmentalforum.org/event-6639504

Our expert panelists this week are:
* Kala Golden - Water Resource Advisor, Program Manager at Weather Modification International
* Kresta Davis - Water Resource & Policy Senior Manager at Idaho Power

Your $10 registration gets you a free beer (or n/a drink) ticket! Next up: Earth Week on May 12.

Join the Idaho Environmental Forum for a happy hour event on Wed April 8, 2026 at the University of Idaho Water Center!
Curious about PFAS? IEF is excited to welcome NYU School of Medicine professor, medical expert, and author Leo Trasande to discuss hormone-disrupting chemicals, how we are exposed to them, and what we can do to protect ourselves. We will also dig deeper into what it all means locally with the City of Boise's Water Renewal Performance Manager Austin Walkin.

When: 4:30-6:30 PM
5:15 PM - Presentation & Discussion
University of Idaho Water Center, Legacy Pointe Room
322 E Front Street, Boise

Register today:

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