REAL Magazine, August-September, 2016

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER, 2016

Whitewater Adventures With Bear Valley Rafting Company Harvesting Goodness Perfect Salsa Recipes Safe Biking Do You Know Idaho's Laws?

Going for Gold Your Own Back Yard Olympics Monthly Market Report Happenings With 4 offices to serve you, Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Group is YOUR SOURCE for real estate in the Treasure Valley!

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Even though many of us are already getting organized for back-to-school, there's still plenty of time for late-summer fun. Take a day trip on the Payette River, visit one of the many farmers' markets, explore Art in the Park, or review Idaho's bike laws with the kids before they start school. If all else fails, take a comfy seat in the shade and read a good book.

As always, if you have a story idea, we'd love to hear from you! Email us at REAL@ coldwellbankertg.com.

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With every book, you go back to school. You become a student. You become an investigative reporter. You spend a little time learning what it's like to live in someone else's shoes.."

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contents Still Time for Whitewater Bear Valley Rafting offers half- and full-day trips that are just the ticket for late-summer fun.

Enjoying the Harvest CBTG's staff and agents share their favorite salsa recipes.

Safe Biking Before you or your kids head out the door, be sure you know Idaho's bike laws.

Going for Gold Celebrate Team USA with your own back yard Olympics!

Market Stats Thinking about selling your home?

Fall is a great time to list!

Ada County Homes Check out some fantastic homes for sale!

Canyon County Homes Canyon County home prices can be more affordable. Is your new home here?

Happenings There's still time to get outside!

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Whitewater Adventures

There's Still Time!

Don't let the news of the wild fires stop you from booking a river trip. Skies have been blue, and rafters are having a blast.

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ate summer is a great time to explore Idaho’s rivers, and despite the forest fires and smoke in our area, rafters are enjoying bright skies and exciting water along both the South and North Forks of the Payette River.

confluence of the North and South Forks of the Payette. Co-owned

by Ben Florence and Phil White, Bear Valley has been in business since 1987. Each trip is led by experienced guides who love to share their passion for the river with beginners and whitewater veterans alike. Some trips can even accommodate children as young as four!

In fact, Bear Valley Rafting Company is running four of their five raft trips, with just one affected by the fires. The experienced staff are ready to take you and your group on a fantastic adventure, be it half or full day.

All trips include the requisite life jackets, helmets, and paddles.

Optional gear such as wetsuits are offered as well and are free of charge. Because everyone paddles, rafters get much more than a mere “ride-along” experience. Along with the excitement of the white water, there are spots along both rivers that allow for a cool swim.

The North Fork is a bit mellower, with rapids reaching class three, or small waves and/or drops, which are exciting, but perhaps more suited for beginners and younger

Headquartered just 45 minutes from Boise, Bear Valley Rafting Company is located in Banks, Idaho, at the

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PAGE 5 children. Because larger rafts can of chicken Caesar wraps, potato run this stretch, up to eight people salad, chips, salsa, dessert, and can be in each raft. Both half- and beverages. full-day trips are available.

Riverside BBQs are great for groups For bigger water, rafters can choose of ten or more, and can be added the South Fork, where rapids reach to any trip. Meal options include as much as class four, or medium burgers or barbecued chicken waves, deeper drops, and some and ribs. Oftentimes, this option is sharp maneuvers required. Smaller chosen for family reunion outings, rafts, which fit up to six, are used. corporate team-building events, or customer appreciation parties.

Because of forest fire activity, fullday trips include the lower South Check-in for all trips is 30 minutes Fork in the morning, and the prior to launch time and is at the lower North Fork in the afternoon. office in Banks. All excursions Lunch is served in between at Bear include shuttling to the launch site Valley’s headquarters and consists and pickup from the takeout. Halfcbboise.com

day trips run anywhere from two to three hours and start at 10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 5:00 p.m. Fullday adventures meet in Banks at 9:00 a.m. and typically get back around 3:00-4:00 in the afternoon.

Photographers take pictures of customers going through rapids and are ready for purchase when rafters return to Banks. Pictures are placed on a CD so customers can print them however they would like.

For additional information, check bearvalleyrafting.com. What are you waiting for?

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Great Garden-Fresh Salsa

With football season just around the corner, now is the time to pluck some fresh tomatoes from the vine and practice your salsa-making skills with some terrific recipes from our agents and staff.

AVOCADO/MANGO SALSA

TEQUILA-SPIKED SALSA

1 avocado 1 mango 4 garden fresh tomatoes (incl. 2 roma) 1 green and 1 orange bell pepper 3-4 Jalapeno peppers 1/2 c diced onions Dash olive oil Pulse all ingredients in food processor until desired consistency

2 c chopped, seeded tomato 1 c chopped onion 1/2 c chopped fresh cilantro 1/3 c peeled, chopped avocado 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice 2 tsp tequila (optional!)

1/2 tsp kosher salt 2 cloves garlic, minced Combine all ingredients and toss gently

BASIC RED SALSA

AVOCADO GREEN SALSA

8-10 garden fresh tomatoes 1 small yellow onion, cut into quarters 3-5 Jalapeno peppers 1/2 bunch cilantro, cut into quarters 1 tsp minced garlic 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp salt In blender add all ingredients, blend on medium speed until desired consistency

8 tomatillos 2-3 serrano peppers 1 garlic clove, peeled 1/4 medium onion 1 bunch cilantro 1-2 avocados Splash of olive oil Boil tomatillos until tender. In blender, combine tomatillos, peppers, garlic, onion, and olive oil.

Blend until smooth. Add avocado and cilantro, blend again. Add salt to taste.

TABLE/CHIP SALSA 1/4 c dried Japanese or 3-4 charred Jalapeno peppers 2 cloves garlic (fresh or charred in the peel) 1 tsp ground black pepper 8-10 fresh tomatoes, blanched and peeled or charred 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro 3-4 green onions, chopped 1/2 medium red onion, diced cbboise.com

Blend until smooth the peppers, garlic, black pepper and 2-3 of the tomatoes, set aside. Pulse the remaining tomatoes, cilantro, green and red onion until chunky. Mix all and salt to taste.

For a change of pace, use 4-6 California peppers and tomatillos instead of tomatoes.

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Safe Biking

Reviewing Idaho's Bike Laws

Traffic seems to have increased dramatically over the past few months, so, with school starting soon, we thought it might be a good idea to review what's legal on a bike — and what's not.

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daho Code Title 49, Chapter 7 is something every bicyclist and parent will want to read. Drivers, who in this area, will see bicyclists on the roadways every day, might want to take a look, as well.

Here we’ve outlined portions of the Code as it applies to riding on sidewalks and roadways and obeying traffic signals. Please read the full Code by clicking HERE. 49-717. POSITION ON HIGHWAY. (1) Any person operating a bicycle upon a roadway at less than the normal speed of traffic at the time and place and under the conditions then existing shall ride as close as practicable to the righthand curb or edge of the roadway except under any of the following situations: (a) When overtaking and passing another bicycle or vehicle proceeding in the same direction.

(b) When preparing for a left turn at an intersection or into a private road or driveway. (c) When reasonably necessary to avoid conditions including fixed or moving objects, parked or moving vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, animals, surface hazards or substandard width lanes that make it unsafe to continue along the right-hand curb or edge.

(2) Any person operating a bicycle upon a one-way roadway with two (or more marked traffic lanes may ride as near the left-hand curb or edge of the roadway as practicable.

49-718. RIDING TWO ABREAST. Persons riding bicycles upon a highway shall not ride more than two abreast except on paths or parts of highways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles.

Persons riding two abreast shall not impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic and, on a laned roadway, shall ride within a single lane.

49-720. STOPPING — TURN AND STOP SIGNALS. (1) A person operating a bicycle or human-powered vehicle approaching a stop sign shall slow down and, if required for safety, stop before entering the intersection. After slowing to a reasonable speed or stopping, the person shall yield the right-of-way to any vehicle in the intersection or approaching on another highway so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard during the time the person is moving across or within the intersection or junction of highways, except that a person after slowing to a reasonable speed and yielding the right-ofway if required, may cautiously

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(2) A person operating a bicycle or human-powered vehicle approaching a steady red trafficcontrol signal shall stop before entering the intersection, except that a person after slowing to a reasonable speed and yielding the right-of-way if required, may cautiously make a right-hand turn without stopping or may cautiously make a left-hand turn onto a one-way highway without stopping.

(3) A person riding a bicycle shall comply with the provisions of section 49-643, Idaho Code.

give an audible signal before overtaking and passing a pedestrian or another bicyclist.

(4) A signal of intention to turn right or left shall be given during not less than the last one hundred feet traveled by the bicycle before turning, provided that a signal by hand and arm need not be given if the hand is needed in the control or operation of the bicycle.

(2) A person shall not operate a bicycle along and upon a sidewalk or across a highway upon and along a crosswalk, where the use of bicycles is prohibited by official traffic-control devices.

49-721. BICYCLES ON SIDEWALKS. (1) A person operating a bicycle upon and along a sidewalk, or across a Though Idaho doesn’t require riders to h i g h w a y wear helmets, The Idaho Bicycle Commuter upon and along a Guide dedicates a special section to the crosswalk, importance of wearing helmets, what shall yield to look for when buying a helmet, and the right-ofreplacing a helmet that’s been involved in way to any pedestrian, a crash. and shall

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(3) A person operating a vehicle by human power upon and along a sidewalk, or across a highway upon and along a crosswalk, shall have all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances.

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Going for Gold

Your Own Back Yard Olympics Gather the neighbor kids for some fun with your own version of the Olympics!

Lindsey Listanski Coldwell Banker Blue Matter

Now that another Olympics are nearly in the books, it might be fun to close out the summer with your own version. Here are a few ideas to get you started!

Create Teams and Uniforms Choose your participants! Will this be a family only event or do you want to invite neighbors, friends from school and extended family to join? Once

you have your teams picked then it’s on to choosing which countries to represent. This could serve as a great opportunity to teach younger members of your family about your heritage.

will work just fine! To make your uniforms official create participant tags. Cut a piece of printer paper in half and draw on the participants’ last name and have them choose their favorite number.

Feeling crafty? Head to the store and pick up T-shirts and puffy paint for DIY uniforms. Not enough time or not worth the mess? Solid tees

Opening Ceremony After the teams have been decided and the uniforms are complete it’s time for the opening ceremony

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Light the “Torch” The Olympic games can’t start without a torch lighting! Depending on the age of the participants you can light a special candle or create a fake torch out of a paper towel roll and colored tissue paper.

Let the Games Begin!

The best part of hosting the Olympics at your home is that you can make up your own games and rules! Here are a just few suggestions for games: • Foul Shooting • Water Balloon Toss cbboise.com

• Egg and Spoon Relay Race • Soccer Shoot Out • Relay Race (complete with baton hand off) • Three legged and sack races are always crowd favorites!

• Discus using frisbees or paper plates • Shot-Put with aluminum foil balls • Table Tennis or badminton • Long Jump • Tug-O-War Hand Out Olympic Medals and Hold the Closing Ceremony Again, keep age range in mind when determining the number of medals to hand out. You can pick up medals

from your local party store, or make your own from construction paper.

During the closing ceremony, have a closing parade so the kids can show off their medals. Finish up by feeding your little athletes ice cream cone “torches” or Olympic medal cookies.

We hope you enjoy hosting the games at your home and create memories with your friends and family that you will always treasure!

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Monthly Market Stats

What’s Happening in Treasure Valley Real Estate

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well, relieving some of the froth that we’ve seen with multiple buyer offers and quick supply turnover. Note that the median days on market from listing to contract trended up in Canyon County and has leveled off in Ada, possibly signaling a return to more balanced market Furthermore, Average prices continued conditions in the average prices their solid gains of 6% in mid-term future. inventory c o n t i n u e d Ada County and 13% in The will be a metric their solid Canyon. gains of 6% in that we’ll Ada County and 13% in Canyon continue to watch closely in the over last year at this time. This coming months. is an ongoing reflection of the healthy absorption of relatively It’s hard to believe that we’re low inventory of homes available already talking about “back to school” as the end of summer for sale. draws near. As families come home Thankfully, inventory levels from their summer vacations and appear to be trending upward as start getting back into a normal uly was another strong month in the real estate market, both locally and nationally. Though unit sales were down slightly from the June peak for this year (thus far), total homes sold during July showed continued steady increases over last year.

routine, real estate activity tends to reflect this renewed focus on being “home.”

While we see seasonal peaks in sales activity every year around April/May (in written contracts) and June (in closed business), we often see a second “mini-bump” in the market activity in September and October – sometimes among the busiest months of the year.

Who do you know that might be considering making a move to take advantage of these strong market conditions? Your referrals and repeat business are so very greatly appreciated, and help is just a text, call, or email away.

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HOMES SOLD JULY 2016*

MEDIAN SALES PRICE

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AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET

2,217 HOMES CURRENTLY ON MARKET*

* Numbers reflect year-over-year comparisons.

392

$169,700

HOMES SOLD JULY 2016*

MEDIAN SALES PRICE

13 AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET cbboise.com

Canyon County

970 HOMES CURRENTLY ON MARKET*

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Ada County

Featured Homes

6000 S. Hollyhock Way SE Boise Fresh new paint! 4 bedroom, 3 bath and 1,857 sq.ft. home has many upgrades and features.

Modern kitchen includes dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances and pantry. Master suite features dual sinks, walk-in closet and a walk-in shower.

Great and mature yard. Community pool and walking paths, along with acess to the Greenbelt and Boise River.

9523 W. Woodland Dr. W Boise Beautiful, single-level home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Kitchen features quartz counters, custom tile back splash, stainless steel appliances and under-mount sink. Spacious main-level master suite has dual sinks and walk-in closet. Fully landscaped with automatic sprinklers. Don't miss out on this amazing home!

4863 N. Larkwood NE Meridian Immaculate home on 2.5 gorgeous acres!

Property includes fruit trees, massive garden area, huge greenhouse, chicken coop and a root cellar. Updated home with extensive hardwood flooring. Kitchen includes granite counters, double ovens, huge island with sink and stainless steel appliances. Spacious master with sitting area and balcony. Room for a shop!

4039 W. Gillette Dr. NW Meridian Popular floor plan with new carpet, designer colors and RV parking! This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home features 2 living areas, upstairs laundry room, and nice upgrades. Master suite includes dual sink and walk-in closet. Corner lot, just a short way to the community pool.

Great freeway access! Close to Fuller Park.

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Featured Homes

12378 W. Mardia St. SW Boise Welcome home! New roof and exterior paint.

Front porch leads you into this lovely and wellmaintained home. Kitchen boasts hardwood, shaker cabinets with crown, full tile back splash and breakfast bar. Bright and cheery with many windows. Main floor master suite with walk-in closet, dual sinks and extra long tub. Northfacing back yard.

12679 W. Collingwood SW Boise Rockhampton custom charmer! Features a large open great room and kitchen area with vaulted ceilings, eating bar and solid surface counters. Spacious master suite with fireplace, stunning tiled shower, dual sinks and walk-in closet. Formal dining, plus office and bonus room give you plenty of room for everyone! RV parking, extra deep garage and much more!

1971 W. Marten Creek Dr. NW Meridian Don't miss this fantastic home in the desirable Lochsa Falls subdivision! Better-than-new with mature landscaping. New exterior and interior paint, plus new carpet throughout. Light and bright floor plan has it all! Kitchen features island/breakfast bar, granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Fully fenced, private back yard with big patio, perfect for BBQs.

1207 N. Cabrillo Ave. Kuna Clean and cute charmer with new roof, paint, and carpet! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, and 1,426 asf home features RV parking and a huge back yard.

Lives large with two family rooms and an open kitchen. Master suite has great walk-in closet and dual sinks. Back yard includes mature landscaping, firepit, and storage shed. Don't miss out on this great opportunity!

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Canyon County

Featured Homes

4207 Boreal Ct. NE Nampa Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2,068 sq.ft. home on a quiet cul-de-sac. New floors and fresh paint! Kitchen features granite counters, island and spacious pantry. Master suite has soaker tub, separate walk-in shower, dual sinks, and walk-in closet. Huge upstairs bonus room will give your whole family room to play! Located in wonderful subdivision.

217 Walnut Creek Way S Nampa Great location in the highly desirable Middle Creek Subdivision, right by the Greenbelt!

Open and vaulted ceilings, a newly renovated kitchen, and separate living room and family room. Beautiful back yard features a custom stamped patio, great for entertaining. Close to shopping and amenities. This 4 bed, 2.5 beauty is a must see!

1021 S. Spring Valley Dr. S Nampa Brick stamped front porch welcomes you to an open floor plan that features fireplace, quartz counters, beautiful lighting, soft-to-close two tone cabinets, detailed ceiling finish work, and a sliding barn door. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,954 sq.ft. home has amazing style and consistent quality. 3-car garage with RV pad.

2063 W. Bear Creek Dr. S Nampa Immaculate residence nestled in one of Nampa's finest subdivisions. Great floor plan with custom finishes and substancial storage throughout. Tons of space with 5 bedrooms, 2 living areas, 3.5 baths, huge bonus room, and work room. Extensive landscape, custom water feature, garden, and insulated shed. Enjoy your south-facing back yard and covered patio!

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2009 W. Rosten Ave. S Nampa Move-in ready home featuring 3 bedrooms upstairs and 1 downstairs. Wonderful kitchen with stainless steel appliances, top-of-theline gas stove, and breakfast bar. Opens to dining area and living room with elevated gas fireplace. Relax in your manicured back yard under a 40' covered patio with bamboo garden. Don't miss out.

1100 Heckathorn Pl. S Nampa Elegant townhouse tucked away on a cul-desac against the Greenbelt. Features 2 master suites, formal living and dining, family room, and big bonus room. Wrap-around porch and screened patio to enjoy a peaceful evening on the creek. Good sized yard has park-like landscaping. This 4 bedroom, 3.2 bath, 2,223 sq.ft. home won't last long.

11969 Sandpiper Ct. NW Caldwell Custom home lives large with 4 beds, 2.5 baths and 1,934 sq.ft. Expansive kitchen is finished with granite and tile. Upstairs master suite has soaring vaulted ceilings, a beautiful master bath, and a huge walk-in closet. The open concept living area flows into a large dining area and a built-in office nook. 3-car garage has finished epoxy floors. Move-in ready!

4706 Jonagold Pl. SW Caldwell Move right in! Well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath, single-level home on a quiet cul-de-sac.

Spacious family room and dining area, vaulted ceilings, and laminate flooring. Kitchen with pine cabinets, built-in microwave, and large cast iron sink. Fully fenced yard. Conveniently close to shopping and schools.

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FARMERS’ MARKETS Boise Farmers’ Market Each Saturday

9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

10th and Grove, downtown Boise www.theboisefarmersmarket.com

Capital City Public Market Each Saturday

9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

8th and Idaho, downtown Boise www.capitalcitypublicmarket.com

Eagle Saturday Market Each Saturday

9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

185 E. State St., Eagle www.facebook.com/eaglesaturdaymarket

Meridian Youth Farmers’ Market Each Saturday through September 24

9:00 a.m.-noon Meridian City Hall Plaza 33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian Information

Nampa Farmers’ Market Each Saturday

9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Front and 13th, Nampa www.nampafarmersmarket.com

Caldwell Farmers’ Market Each Wednesday evening

3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

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Happenings What do you want to do today?

Alive After Five Concert Series Wednesdays starting June 1

Canyon Acoustic Music Festival August 26-27, times vary

5:00-8:00 p.m., Basque Block 611 W. Grove St., Boise downtownboise.org

Great Garden Escape Thursdays, June 16-September 15

Check times and schedule online Idaho Botanical Garden 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise www.idahobotanicalgarden.org

618 Irving St., Caldwell Info

The Color Run Saturday, August 27, 9:00 a.m.

250 E. Parkcenter Blvd., Boise thecolorrun.com

Nampa Pooch Party Stroll and Splach August 27, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Western Idaho Fair August 19-28, times vary

Yoga at ZooBoise Sunday, August 28, 9:45-11:00 a.m.

Expo Idaho 5610 Glenwood, Boise sharemyfair.com

Bug Day! Saturday, August 20, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Idaho Botanical Garden 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise www.idahobotanicalgarden.org

The Long Run Eagles Tribute Sunday, August 21, 8:00 p.m.

The Playhouse Boise 8001 W Fairview Ave., Boise playhouseboise.com

See Spot Splash August 24, 3:00-7:00 p.m.

Boise Natatorium, 1811 Warm Springs Blvd. idahohumanesociety.org

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Lakeview Park 1304 7th St. N., Nampa Pooch Party Info

355 Julia Davis Dr., Boise zooboise.org

Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic August 31-September 4, times vary

Ann Morrison Park 1000 S. Americana Blvd., Boise spiritofboise.com

Art in the Park September 9-11, times vary

Julia Davis Park 700 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise boiseartmuseum.org

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