Summer Riding

We’ve compiled a list of cooling centers in the valley and how to get to them by bus. Take a look at these summer safety tips from our friends at Our Path Home, which offer great guidance to any bus rider. 

Staying cool – hot tips

• Stay hydrated: drink plenty of water throughout the day. Avoid drinking alcohol, coffee, tea, and caffeinated soft drinks.
• Find shade + cool areas: seek shaded spots or air-conditioned public places during peak heat. Limit time in direct sunlight.
• Wear light clothing: opt for lightweight, light-colored, and loose-fitting clothes. Change clothing if damp or wet
• Treat your skin: use sunscreen, wear a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses. Keep a damp rag Or bandana to wipe your face or neck. Take cool showers.
• Eat light: have smaller, frequent meals and avoid heavy foods.
• Check on others, especially older adults, those with health conditions or disabilities and those Using substances.
• Consider pet safety: make sure pets have plenty of cool water and access to shade. Asphalt and Pavement can very hot for their feet.
  • VRT allows service animals and pets in an approved container that fits on your lap or under the seat 

Be alert to heat illness symptoms

• Heat stroke: dry, hot skin, no sweating, high temperature, rapid pulse, chills, confusion, Slurred speech. If you suspect heat stroke, get the person medical care immediately. Cool down with whatever methods are available. Do not give them anything to drink.
• Heat exhaustion: Excessive sweating, weakness, dizziness, clammy skin, muscle cramps, Flushed skin.
• Heat cramps: Muscle pain and spasms, usually in the abdomen, arms, or legs. If you suspect heat cramps or heat exhaustion, go to a cooler a location, remove extra clothing, and take sips of water or sports drink.
• Heat rash: Red pimples or small blisters, often on the neck, chest, groin, under breasts, And elbow creases.

Source: Our Path Home Summer Cooling Resource Guide

Boise City Hall

Address: 150 N. Capitol Blvd.

Phone: 208-608-7000

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by:

2 Broadway 3 Vista 4 Franklin 5 Emerald 7 Fairview 8 Chinden 9 State Street 10 Hill Road 16 VA/15th St 17 Warm Springs/Parkcenter 29 Overland 40 Caldwell-Boise Express Beyond Access

Boise Public Library 

Address: 715 S. Capitol Blvd.

Phone: 208-972-8200

Hours:

• Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Saturday – Sunday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Served by:

3 Vista 4 Franklin 5 Emerald 29 Overland 40 Caldwell-Boise Express Beyond Access

Cathedral of the Rockies

Address: 717 N. 11th St.

Phone: 208-343-7511

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Lunch hours: Monday – Friday, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Served by:

9 State Street 10 Hill Road 16 VA/15th St Beyond Access

City Light Home for Women & Children

Address: 1404 W. Jefferson St.

Phone: 208-368-9901

Hours:

• Daily, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Overnight check-in, 4:30 p.m.

Served by:

9 State Street Beyond Access

Corpus Christi

Address: 525 S. Americana Blvd.

Phone: 208-426-0039

Hours: Daily, 8:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Served by:

4 Franklin 5 Emerald 45 Boise State – CWI Beyond Access

Downtown Boise YMCA*

Address: 1050 W. State St.

Phone: 208-344-5501

Hours:

• Monday – Friday, 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• Saturday, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Served by: 

9 State Street 10 Hill Road 16 VA/15th St Beyond Access

Hays House (ages 9-17 only)

Address: 7221 Poplar St.

Phone: 208-322-2308

Hours: Daily, open 24 hours

Served by:

21 Cole/Glenwood Beyond Access

Interfaith Sanctuary

Address: 1620 W. River St.

Phone: 208-343-2630

Hours:

• Daily, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Overnight check-in: 4:30 p.m.

Served by:

4 Franklin 5 Emerald 45 Boise State – CWI Beyond Access

Library! at hillcrest

Address: 5246 W. Overland Road

Served by:

20 Orchard 29 Overland Beyond Access

Library! at collister

Address: 4742 W. State St.

Served by:

9 State Street Beyond Access

Library! at cole & Ustick

Address: 7557 W. Ustick Road

Served by:

21 Cole/Glenwood Beyond Access

River of Life Men’s Shelter

Address: 575 S. 13th St.

Phone: 208-389-9840

Hours: Daily, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Served by:

4 Franklin 5 Emerald 45 Boise State – CWI Beyond Access

West Boise YMCA*

Address: 5959 N. Discovery Way

Served by: 

8 Chinden Beyond Access

Caldwell FIRE AT THE PARK

July 9: Luby Park, 4-5 p.m.

July 10: Brothers Park, 4-5 p.m.

July 11: Memorial Park, 4-5 p.m.

Served by:

150 Nampa/Caldwell On-Demand Beyond Access

Caldwell Public Library

Address: 1010 Dearborn Street

Hours:

• Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by:

150 Nampa/Caldwell On-Demand Beyond Access

Caldwell Senior Center

Address: 1009 Everett Street

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Served by:

150 Nampa/Caldwell On-Demand Beyond Access

Southwest Health District Headquarters

Address: 13307 Miami Lane

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (temporary 7/8-7/12)

Served by:

150 Nampa/Caldwell On-Demand Beyond Access

Garden City Library

Address: 6015 N. Glenwood St.

Hours:

• Monday & Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Tuesday – Thursday, 9:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Served by:

21 Cole/Glenwood Beyond Access

Cherry Lane Library

Address: 1326 W. Cherry Lane

Hours:

• Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m.
• Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by:

Beyond Access

Meridian City Hall

Address: 33 E Broadway Ave.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by:

30 Pine 45 Boise State-CWI Beyond Access

Meridian Senior Center / Center at the park

Address: 1920 N Records Way

Hours: Monday & Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Served by:

24 Ustick/Maple Grove 30 Pine 45 Boise State-CWI Beyond Access

Orchard Park Library

Address: 1268 W. Orchard Park Drive

Hours:

• Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m.
• Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by: 

160 Eagle On-Demand Beyond Access

Parkview Christian Church

Address: 201 W Ustick Rd

Hours:

• Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Sunday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by:

Beyond Access

Silverstone Library

Address: 3531 E. Overland Road

Hours:

• Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m.
• Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by:

42 Happy Day to Towne Square Mall Beyond Access

Tiny Library

Address: 5159 S. Hillsdale Ave.

Hours: Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Served by:

Beyond Access

Unbound

Address: 722 E. 2nd St.

Hours:

• Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by:

30 Pine 45 Boise State-CWI Beyond Access

Harward Recreation Center

Address: 131 Constitution Way

Hours:

• Monday – Friday, 5 a.m. – 10 p.m.
• Saturday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Served by:

150 Nampa/Caldwell On-Demand

Hugh Nichols Public Safety Building – Baker Room

Address: 820 2nd Street S.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by:

42 Happy Day – Towne Square Mall 150 Nampa/Caldwell On-Demand Beyond Access

Nampa City Hall

Address: 411 3rd Street S.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by:

42 Happy Day – Towne Square Mall 150 Nampa/Caldwell On-Demand Beyond Access

Nampa Public Library Multi-Purpose Room

Address: 215 12th Ave S.

Hours:

• Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Served by:

42 Happy Day – Towne Square Mall 150 Nampa/Caldwell On-Demand Beyond Access

Star City Hall – Public Meeting Room

Address: 10769 W State Street, Star ID

Hours: July 8 – 12, 12 – 6 p.m.

Served by:

Beyond Access