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Upcoming Events

Paddle with the Police

When: June 16, 2023 | Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm | Ages 13-17YO | Where: Quinn’s Pond

Thanks to Officer Slater and Idaho River Sports, we are able to offer participants’ an introduction to Paddle Boarding at the beautiful Esther Simplot Park on Quinn’s Pond.

There will then be a basic water safety brief and introduction to the equipment that the participants will be using. This event is expected to last 2 hours with 1 hour of water time.

Autism Awareness Day at BPD – All Abilities Welcome

When: June 24, 2023 | Time: 11:00 – 2:00pm | Where: Boise Police Department

This special event will give attendees the opportunity to meet first responders and see their equipment. More information coming soon!

Annual Raft Trip

When: July 11, 2023 | Time: 11:00am – 5:30pm | Ages: 9-17YO | Where: Payette River

The Annual Boise PAL Raftalong is a great one day adventure for local youth with off duty police Officers. The goal of this event is to reach local kids that would rarely have the opportunity to raft and help them experience this fun activity that Idaho has to offer. We offer this activity free of charge (thanks to Cascade Kayak & Raft!) to a small group of local kids every summer 

Kids meet at the Boise Police Department and bus to the Payette River starting point, lunch is provided and then they will bus back to the PD for parent pickup that afternoon. 

This is our Officers favorite event and is typically a favorite of the kids

Annual Raft Trip

When: August 7, 2023 | Time: 11:00am – 5:30pm | Ages: 9-17YO | Where: Payette River

The Annual Boise PAL Raftalong is a great one day adventure for local youth with off duty police Officers. The goal of this event is to reach local kids that would rarely have the opportunity to raft and help them experience this fun activity that Idaho has to offer. We offer this activity free of charge (thanks to Cascade Kayak & Raft!) to a small group of local kids every summer 

Kids meet at the Boise Police Department and bus to the Payette River starting point, lunch is provided and then they will bus back to the PD for parent pickup that afternoon. 

This is our Officers favorite event and is typically a favorite of the kids

Sgt Butler Memorial 5K PAL Squad

When: August 19, 2023 | Time: 8:00am-1:55pm | Ages: 8-17YO | Where: Eagle Island State Park

Join or PAL squad to run the 5K at the Sgt Butler Memorial run. We will be sponsoring 20 local youth to run with our Officers! Registration will be covered by Boise PAL. 

BOISE PAL will also have a booth at the event with the PAL Racecar!! 

Sign up to run with us or stop by to see us! 

Prior Events

Paddle with the Police

When: May 20th, 2023 | Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm | Ages 13-17YO | Where: Quinn’s Pond

Thanks to Officer Slater and Idaho River Sports, we are able to offer participants’ an introduction to Paddle Boarding at the beautiful Esther Simplot Park on Quinn’s Pond.

BMX with a Cop

When: May 13, 2023 | Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm | Ages 9-16YO

Boise PAL and Idaho BMX are teaming up for a BMX day. Come ride the Eagle BMX track with Boise Police Officers for a fast-paced and exciting event. Snacks will be provided!

13th Annual Answering the Bell

When: March 18, 2023| Doors open: 3:00pm – Competition starts: 4:00pm | Where: Ada County Boys N Girls Club, 610 E. 42nd St., Garden City

Boise PAL’s Vista PAL Boxing Team will be competing in the 13th Annual Answering the Bell invitational event March 18th. Come out and show your support!

Coffee With a Cop

When: February 22, 2023 | Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pm | Where: Black History Museum

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month, Boise Police and Boise PAL will join community members at the Idaho Black History Museum. Hot chocolate will also be provided.

Gateway Parks Tube Hill Night

When: February 9, 2023 | Time: 5:45 – 7:45pm | Ages 10-15YO

Join Boise Police Officers for a fun-filled evening at the Gateway Parks Tube Hill in Eagle. Transportation will be provided. Space is limited. Register now!

Coffee With a Cop

When: January 18 2023 | Time: 12:00pm – 1:30 pm | Where: Black History Museum

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month, Boise Police and Boise PAL will join community members at the Idaho Black History Museum. Hot chocolate will also be provided.

Camp Rhino Day!

When: January 7, 2023 | Time: 11:00am – 1:00 pm | Ages 10-15YO

Join Boise Police Officers for an adventure-filled Ninja Warrior Class/Obstacle Course at Camp Rhino! Registration is now closed.

Nerfed Holiday Party

When: December 13, 2022 | Time: 5:00-7:00pm | Ages 11-15YO

Boise PAL is gearing up for our annual Holiday Party. This year we are inviting local youth to join off duty officers for a few hours of fun and food at NERFED in Boise. 

This event is FREE. Parents just need to register their kids ahead of time (limited slots available) and provide transportation.

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