Official 124th Fighter Wing Welcome Packet. OPR Lt Col Beverly Bracewell.

2. Table of Contents
Page
Commander’s Welcome 3
124th Fighter Wing Organizational Chart 4
Base Services 5
Local Information 5
Leadership - Wing Commander 6
Leadership - Vice Wing Commander 8
Leadership - Wing Command Chief 10
Gowen Field Safety 14
Idaho Air National Guard History 16
Boise’s Local Restaurants 18
Boise’s Local Restaurants cont... 19
Hotels and Restaurants - Downtown 20
Hotels and Restaurants - Outside Downtown 21
Boise Entertainment and Recreation 22
Boise & Gowen Field Important Contacts 23
Local Weather 23

3. Commander’s Welcome
DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
124TH FIGHTER WING
GOWEN FIELD BOISE IDAHO
15 October 2011
MEMORANDUM FOR Visitors and Guests
FROM: 124 FW/CC
4474 S. DeHaviland St.
Boise ID 83705-8103
SUBJECT: Welcome to the 124th Fighter Wing
1. The men and women of the Idaho National Guard’s 124th Fighter Wing welcome you to Boise. The “City
of Trees” is a spectacular backdrop for any activity in the fall. The Guardsmen at Gowen Field are blessed with a fully
supportive community that will welcome you as well.
2. Our wing’s 190th Fighter Squadron is Idaho’s first Air Guard Unit--created Oct. 13, 1946, under the command of
Lt Col Thomas G. Lanphier, one of the pilots credited with downing the bomber carrying Japan’s Admiral Yamamoto in
the South Pacific during World War II. The 190th Fighter Squadron’s first airplane was the renowned P51D Mustang. In
1947 the squadron moved to Gowen Field, a former Army Air Corps training base south of Boise’s Air Terminal. Idaho’s
citizen-airmen have shared local runways with commercial and general aviation ever since. After a steady progression
of fighter and interceptor aircraft, the 190th now flies the A-10C Thunderbolt II “warthog.” And in 2009, the squadron’s
parent unit, the 124th Wing became the 124th Fighter Wing, including a flying squadron and various support units at
Gowen Field.
3. The Idaho Air National Guard’s mission is two-fold; first, we support the Governor and the State of Idaho during
contingency tasking and community outreach; secondly, we support the President wherever and whenever we are
called upon. When supporting the governor of Idaho, we provide personnel and equipment to assist civil authorities
prior to, during and after emergencies or disasters; to protect life and property, preserve peace, order and public safety.
We provide Idaho and our nation with highly-trained Citizen-Airmen that operate on a spectrum from wildfire fighting
to snow emergency relief. In support of the President, we recruit, properly equip and train Idaho Air National Guards-
men, and ensure a high state of readiness for immediate worldwide tasking by higher headquarters. Wherever we are
called we are ready to serve, first class, or not at all.
4. Let me know if there is anything we can do to support you during your visit. I have instructed my Execu-
tive Officer, Lt Col Beverly Bracewell (208) 422-6162, or on her cell phone (208) 571-8153, to directly respond to any of
your questions. Our 24-hour command post phone number is (208) 422-5333.
JAMES R. COMPTON, Col, IDANG
Commander

4. 124th Fighter Wing Organizational Chart
124 FW/CC
Col James R. Compton
124 FW/CV
Col Brad Richy
124 FW/CCC
CMSgt Bob Bailey
124th Operations Group 124th Maintenance Group 124th Mission Support Group 124th Medical Group
Col Michael Nolan Col. Robert Park Col. Chris Rood Col. Ralph Sutherlin *
Deputy: Lt Col David Trimble Deputy: Lt Col Bill Lawson Deputy: Lt Col Neal Murphy Maj Greg Jones
124th 124th
190th Fighter Squadron Aircraft Maintenance Sqdn Forces Support Sqn
Lt Col Ryan Odneal Lt Col Jay Woody Lt Col Mike Knowles
Operations Support Flight 124th Maintenance Sqdn 124th Civil Engineer Sqn
Maj Chad Kornberg * Lt Col Craig Logan Lt Col Jim Heuring
124th
124th Maintenance
124th Air Support Ops Sqdn Communications Flight
Ops Flight
Lt Col Bill Iluiano Maj Scott Salois * Capt Phil Mills
124th Logistics
Intelligence Formal Readiness Sqn
Training Unit (IFTU) Lt Col Linda Schneider
Maj Jamie Walker
124th Security Forces Sqn
* Traditional Guard Lt Col Steph Shepperd

5. Local Information
Boise is the capital and largest city in the State of Idaho, with over
200,000 residents. It is a blend of both traditional and non-traditional
sights and attractions.
Located along the Boise River and nestled against foothills of the
Rocky Mountains, our city offers many outdoor activities. Some
popular examples are skiing and snowboarding at Bogus Basin Ski
Resort, biking on the Boise River Greenbelt and in the foothills, and
boating at nearby reservoirs. The Boise area has it all - desert, rivers,
mountains and lakes for hiking, camping, kayaking, river rafting, hunt-
ing and fishing.
Known as “The City of Trees,” Boise boasts one-of-a-kind museums and urban parks. Among the
many unique sites to visit are the Basque Museum and Cultural Center, Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights
Memorial, Idaho Black History Museum, Morley Nelson World Center for Birds of Prey and the Morrison
Knudsen Nature Center by Municipal Park .
Boise is home to Boise State University, the state’s largest university.
Bronco football in Boise is the sporting highlight of the year for most resi-
dents. We also have minor league basketball, hockey, and baseball teams,
giving year round sporting event opportunities.
Base Services
AAFES Shoppette:
Building 309. Open Monday - Friday 1000 - 1700 and Sat 1000 - 1700 on Drill Weekends. 208-422-5676
Alteration Shop and Cleaners:
Building; 309 - Shoppette. Open Mon, Wed, Fri. 1100 – 1330.
Barber Shop: Building: 309; Open same hours as shoppette. Call 208-422-5240 to set up an appointment.
Chapel:
208-422-5394 or 208-841-9723
Bible Study: Thursday morning, 0630
Catholic: Mass, 1415, Sunday (Drill weekends and as requested by Commanders)
Protestant: 1315, Sunday (Drill weekends and as requested by Commanders)
Gowen Club:
The Gowen Field Activities Center offers and caters lunch and breakfast to members and non-members.
Hours of operation are 0630-0830 for breakfast (special catering only) and 1100-1300 for lunch (Fridays only).
For members, there are two full bars at the club. Building 710 S Junker or S Kennedy Street . Call (208) 422-
5668 or check http://www.gowenclub.com/Menu.php for the menu and more information.
Medical:
Base medical has limited availability, but active duty individuals can receive care at MHAFB.

6. Leadership - Wing Commander
COLONEL JAMES R. "JR" COMPTON Page 1 of 2
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
COLONEL JAMES R. "JR" COMPTON
ColonelColonelR. Compton is the 124th Fighter Fighter
James James R. Compton is the 124th
Wing Commander for the for the Air National
Wing Commander Idaho Idaho Air National
Guard, Boise, Idaho. He is responsible for the
Guard, Boise, Idaho. He is responsible for the
operational readiness of the wing's flying
operational readiness of the wing’s flying
squadron, Intelligence Formal Training Unit, Air
squadron, Intelligence Formal Training Unit, Air
Support Operations Squadron, and 16 support
Support Operations Squadron, and 16 support
units, with more than 1,350 members. Based at
units, with more than 1,350Air Terminal) in Boise, Idaho,
Gowen Field (Boise members. Based at
Gowen the 124th Fighter Wing is a reserveIdaho,
Field (Boise Air Terminal) in Boise, component of
the U.S. Air Force's Air Combat Command.
the 124th Fighter Wing is graduated componentState
Colonel Compton a reserve from Boise of
the U.S.University in 1981 earning his Baccalaureate
Air Force’s Air Combat Command.
Coloneldegree in Business Management. State
Compton graduated from Boise He joined the
University in 1981 earning his Baccalaureate
Idaho Air National Guard in 1982 receiving his
degree in Business Management. He joined Military
commission through the Academy of the
Science that same year. He began his Air National
Idaho Air National Guard in 1982 receiving his system
Guard career as a navigator and weapons
commission through the Academy of Colonel Compton
officer in the RF-4C Phantom. Military
Sciencegraduated from pilotbegan his Air National
that same year. He training in 1986 and became
Guard career as a navigator and 1987. He was assigned
a full-time Guardsman in weapons system
officer in the RF-4C Phantom.Training Unit as an RF-4C
to the 189th Regional Colonel Compton
graduated from pilot training in 1986from the United
flight instructor. He graduated and became
States Fighter Weapons School in 1990. Colonel
a full-time Guardsman in190th Fighter Squadron during its
Compton led the 1987. He was assigned
to the 189th Regional OPERATION IRAQ RF-4C
deployment to Training Unit as an FREEDOM 2003. He received the Air Medal with four oak leaf clusters.
flight instructor. Hehis current position Colonel Compton commanded the 190th Fighter Squadron, the 124th
Previous to graduated from the United
States Fighter Weapons Schoolthe 1990. Colonel Group, all at Gowen Field. A command pilot, he continues to fly
Operations Group, and in 124th Logistics
Compton led the 190th Fighter Squadron during its operational missions in the F-4G Wild Weasel, and the RF-4C
as a instructor pilot in the A-10C. He has flown
Phantom II. He trained in the T-37 Tweet, and T-38 Talon.
deployment to Operation Iraq Freedom 2003. He received the Air Medal with four oak leaf clusters.
Previous to his current position Colonel Compton commanded the 190th Fighter Squadron, the 124th
EDUCATION
Operations Group, and the 124th Logistics Group, all at Gowen Field. A command pilot, he continues to fly
as a instructor pilot in the A-10C. He has flown operational missions in the F-4G Wild Weasel, ID the RF-4C
1981 -- B.S., Business Administration and Management, Boise State University, Boise, and
Phantom II. He Squadron Officer School, Correspondence
1985 -- trained in the T-37 Tweet, and T-38 Talon.
1996 -- Air Command and Staff College, Correspondence
2000 -- Air War College, Correspondence
EDUCATION
1981 -- B.S., Business Administration and Management, Boise State University, Boise, ID
ASSIGNMENTS
1985 -- Squadron Officer School, Correspondence
1996 -- AirOctober 1982 - May 1983, student, Undergraduate Navigator Training, Mather AFB, CA
1. Command and Staff College, Correspondence
2000 -- AirMay 1983 - February 1984, student, RF-4C weapons system officer, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
2. War College, Correspondence
3. February 1984 - June 1985, RF-4C weapons system officer, 124th Tactical Reconnaissance Group,
Gowen Field, Boise, ID
4. June 1985- June 1986, student, Undergraduate Pilot training, Vance AFB, OK
5. June 1986 - December 1986, student, RF-4C Pilot, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
6. December 1986 - May 1987, RF-4C pilot, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
7. May 1987 - June 1990, RF-4C instructor pilot, 189th Tactical Reconnaissance Training Flight, Gowen

7. ASSIGNMENTS
1. October 1982 - May 1983, student, Undergraduate Navigator Training, Mather AFB, CA
2. May 1983 - February 1984, student, RF-4C weapons system officer, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
3. February 1984 - June 1985, RF-4C weapons system officer, 124th Tactical Reconnaissance Group,
Gowen Field, Boise, ID
4. June 1985- June 1986, student, Undergraduate Pilot training, Vance AFB, OK
5. June 1986 - December 1986, student, RF-4C Pilot, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
6. December 1986 - May 1987, RF-4C pilot, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
7. May 1987 - June 1990, RF-4C instructor pilot, 189th Tactical Reconnaissance Training Flight, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
8. June 1990 - December 1990, USAF Fighter Weapons School, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
9. December 1990 - February 1994, RF-4C weapons and tactics officer, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
10. February 1994 - May 1994, F-4G Wild Weasel conversion, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
11. May 1994 - June 1996, weapons and tactics officer, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
12. June 1996 - September 1996, A/OA-10 Conversion, Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ
13. September 1996 - March 1999, operations officer, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
14. March 1999 - May 2001, chief of safety, 124th Wing, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
15. May 2001 - May 2004, Commander, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
16. May 2004 - October 2004, Operations Group Commander, 124th Wing, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
17. October 2004 - August 2006, Maintenance Group Commander, 124th Wing, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
18. August 2006 - August 2008, Vice Wing Commander, 124th Wing, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
19. August 2008 - present Wing Commander, 124th Fighter Wing, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
FLIGHT INFORMATION
Rating: Command pilot
Flight hours: More than 4,000
Aircraft flown: T-37, T-38, RF-4C, F-4G, A/OA-10, A-10C
MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Meritorious Service Medal
Air Medal with four Oak Leaf Clusters
Aerial Achievement Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal
Air Force Achievement Medal
Joint Meritorious Unit Award one oak leaf cluster
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with one oak leaf cluster
EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
Second Lieutenant: August 1982
First Lieutenant: August 1985
Captain: August 1987
Major: December 1992
Lieutenant Colonel: April 1997
Colonel: July 2004
(Current as of September 2011)

8. Leadership - Vice Wing Commander
COLONEL WILLIAM B. "BRAD" RICHY Page 1 of 2
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
COLONEL WILLIAM B. "BRAD" RICHY
ColonelCol. William B. Richy isVice Vice Commanderthe
William B. Richy is the the Commander for for
the 124th Fighter Wing, Idaho Air National Guard,
124th Fighter Wing, Idaho Air National Guard, Boise, Idaho.
Boise, Idaho. He shares responsibility with the
He shares responsibility with the wing commander for the
wing commander for the operational readiness of
operationalwing's flying squadron, Intelligence FormalIntel-
the readiness of the wing’s flying squadron,
ligence TrainingTraining Unit, Air Support Operations Squad-
Formal Unit, Air Support Operations Squadron,
ron, and 16 support units, with more than 1,350 members.
and 16 support units, with more than 1,350
Based at Gowen Field (Boise Air Terminal) in Boise, Idaho, the
members. Based at Gowen Field (Boise Air
124th Fighter Wing is a reserve componentFighter U.S. Air
Terminal) in Boise, Idaho, the 124th of the Wing
is a reserve component of the U.S. Air Force's Air
Force’s Air Combat Command.
Combat Command.
ColonelColonel Richy has a masters in Business Admin-
Richy has a Masters Degree degree in business
istration from Golden from Golden Gate University and in
administration Gate University and a Bachelors a
Business Administration fromadministration from He has
bachelors in business McKendree College.
completed Air War College, Air Command and Air War
McKendree College. He has completed Staff College,
College, Air Command and Staff College, and
and Squadron Officer School. Before assuming vice com-
Squadron Officer School. Before assuming vice
mand of the 124th Fighter Wing, he commanded the 124th
command of the 124th Fighter Wing, he
Maintenance Group theGowenMaintenance Group at
commanded at 124th Field.
ColonelGowenbegan his military career in 1977 as an en-
Richy Field.
listed member Richy began States Air career in 1977 as
Colonelof the United his militaryForce. He was com-
missioned enlisted member of the 1984 after graduating from
an a second lieutenant in United States Air Force.
He was commissioned a second lieutenant in 1984
the Academy of Militaryfrom the AcademyRichy joined the
after graduating Science. Colonel of Military
Idaho Air National Guard as an instructor pilot National Guard as an instructor pilot in the RF-4C in 1988.
Science. Col Richy joined the Idaho Air in the RF-4C
in 1988.
EDUCATION
EDUCATION
1982--Associate in Applied Science, Community College of the Air Force
1983--Bachelors in Business Administration, McKendree College, Louisville, KY
1982--Associate in Applied Science, Community College of the Air Force
1984--USAF Pilot Training, Vance Air Force Base, OK
1983--Bachelors in Business Administration, McKendree College, Louisville, KY
1988--Squadron Officer School, Correspondence
1984--USAF Pilot Training, Vance Air Force Base, OK
1990--Master in Business Administration, Golden Gate University, San Francisco CA
1988--Squadron Officer School, Correspondence
1999--Air Command and Staff College, Correspondence
2007--Air War College, Correspondence
1990--Master in Business Administration, Golden Gate University, San Francisco CA
1999--Air Command and Staff College, Correspondence
ASSIGNMENTS
2007--Air War College, Correspondence
1. July 1988 - Dec. 1990, Flight Instructor and Scheduler, RF-4C RTU, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
2. Dec.1990 - March 1991, Flight Instructor and Flight Scheduler, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field,
Boise, ID
3. May 1995 - Aug. 1996, 190th Fighter Squadron Flying Safety Officer, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
4. Aug. 1996 - July 1998, A-10/OA Instructor Pilot, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
5. Nov. 1998-Nov. 2000, Flight Commander, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
6. Nov. 2000-Nov. 2006, Commander, 124th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
7. Oct. 2006 - Oct. 2008, Commander, 124th Maintenance Group, Gowen Field, Boise, ID

9. ASSIGNMENTS
1. July 1988 - Dec. 1990, Flight Instructor and Scheduler, RF-4C RTU, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
2. Dec.1990 - March 1991, Flight Instructor and Flight Scheduler, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
3. May 1995 - Aug. 1996, 190th Fighter Squadron Flying Safety Officer, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
4. Aug. 1996 - July 1998, A-10/OA Instructor Pilot, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
5. Nov. 1998-Nov. 2000, Flight Commander, 190th Fighter Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
6. Nov. 2000-Nov. 2006, Commander, 124th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
7. Oct. 2006 - Oct. 2008, Commander, 124th Maintenance Group, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
8. Oct. 2008 - present, Vice Commander, 124th Fighter Wing, Gowen Field, Boise, ID
FLIGHT INFORMATION:
Rating: Command pilot
Flight hours: More than 8,000
Aircraft flown: T-37, T-38, RF-4C, F-4E, F4G, A/OA-10, A-10C, C-26B, HS-125, CE-550, CL-601, B-747, B-757, B-767, and the
DC-8
MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS:
Bronze Star Medal
Meritorious Service Medal
Air Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
Combat Readiness Medal
Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION:
Second Lieutenant: March 1984
First Lieutenant: December 1986
Captain: February 1989
Major: April 1996
Lieutenant Colonel: May 2000
Colonel: April 2008
(Current as of September 2011)

10. Leadership - Wing Command Chief
CMSGT ROBERT F. BAILEY Page 1 of 2
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
CMSGT ROBERT F. BAILEY
Chief Master Sergeant Robert F. Bailey is the 124th Fighter
Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant, Bailey isField (Boise
Chief Master Sergeant Robert F. Gowen the
124th Fighter Wing Command Chief Master
Air Terminal), Idaho. He advisesAir National Guard Base,
Sergeant, Gowen Field the commander on all issues
regarding the health, welfare,commander on all issues
Idaho. He advises the morale, and effective utiliza-
tion of assigned enlisted personnel. morale, and effective
regarding the health, welfare,
utilization of assigned enlisted personnel.
Chief Bailey enlisted in the United States Air Force in Janu-
Chief Bailey enlisted in the United States Air Force
ary 1976. His military experience includes service as a
in January 1976. His military experience includes
manager, mentor, a manager, mentor, quality assurance
service as quality assurance evaluator, first sergeant,
trainingevaluator, first sergeant, training manager, and as
manager, and as the telecommunications installa-
tion and maintenance Chief Enlisted Manager of the 124th
the telecommunications installation and
Communications Flight. Chief Bailey has served at 124th
maintenance Chief Enlisted Manager of the locations
Communications Flight. Chief Bailey has served at
in Germany, England, Italy, Hawaii, Alaska, and the
locations in Germany, England, Italy, Hawaii,
Continental United States. After moving to Idaho he enlist-
Alaska, and the Continental United States. After
ed in the Idaho to Idaho he enlisted in 1993. He was activated
moving Air National Guard in the Idaho Air
in support of Operation Allied Force and Operation
National Guard in 1993. He was activated in
Noble Anvil during the Kosovo War,Force and Noble Anvil
support of Operations Allied and served as the Com-
during the Kosovo War, and served as the
munications Liaison, 131st Expeditionary Fighter Squadron.
Communications Liaison, 131 Expeditionary
He became the initial First Sergeant assigned to an ANG Air
Fighter Squadron. He became the initial First
Expeditionary Force (AEF) position during his 2003 deploy-
Sergeant assigned to an ANG Air Expeditionary
ment with the(AEF) position during his 2003 deployment
Force 190th Fighter Squadron at Ahmed Al Jaber
AB, Kuwait. In 2006 heFighter Squadron at Ahmed Al Jaber AB, Kuwait. In 2006 he deployed in support of
with the 190th deployed in support of Operation
Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom while assigned as the Communication Quality As-
Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom while assigned as the Communication Quality Assurance Evaluator
suranceat Al Dahfra AB,Dahfra AB, UAE.
Evaluator at Al UAE.
EDUCATION
EDUCATION USAF Noncommissioned Officer Orientation Course, McClellan AFB, California
1978,
1978, USAF Noncommissioned Officer Orientation Noncommissioned AFB, California
1984, Air Force Communication Command, Course, McClellan Officer Leadership School, Keesler AFB,
1984, Air Force Communication Command, Noncommissioned Officer Leadership School, Keesler
Mississippi
1996, USAF Noncommissioned Officer Academy, Barksdale AFB, Louisiana
AFB, Mississippi
2000, USAF First Sergeants Academy, Maxwell AFB, Alabama
1996, USAF Noncommissioned Officer Academy, Barksdale AFB, Louisiana
2002, USAF Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy, Gunter Annex Maxwell AFB, Alabama
2000, USAF First Sergeants Academy, Maxwell AFB, Alabama
2004, ANG Chief Executive Course, Andrews AFB, Virginia
2002, USAF Senior NoncommissionedCourse, Academy, Gunter Annex Maxwell AFB, Alabama
2005, USAF Chief Leadership Officer Maxwell Gunter Annex, Alabama
2004, ANG Chief Executive Course, Andrews AFB, Virginia
2010 CompTIA Security Plus Certified
2005, USAF Chief Leadership Course, Maxwell Gunter Annex, Alabama
ASSIGNMENTS
2010 CompTIA Security Plus Certified
1. January 1976 - March 1976, trainee, Basic Military Training, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas
2. April 1976 - September 1976, student, telephone switching equipment apprentice, ASAF School of Applied
Aerospace Sciences, Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas
3. October 1976 - February 1981, electronic installation crew chief, 1849th Electronic Installation Squadron,
McClellan Air Force Base, California
4. March 1981 - June 1983, automatic central office technician, Headquarters Fourth Allied Tactical Air

11. ASSIGNMENTS
1. January 1976 - March 1976, trainee, Basic Military Training, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas
2. April 1976 - September 1976, student, telephone switching equipment apprentice, ASAF School of
Applied Aerospace Sciences, Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas
3. October 1976 - February 1981, electronic installation crew chief, 1849th Electronic Installation
Squadron, McClellan Air Force Base, California
4. March 1981 - June 1983, automatic central office technician, Headquarters Fourth Allied Tactical Air
Force, Kindsbach Underground Facility, Germany
5. July 1983 - November 1984, Quality Assurance Evaluator and electronic installation team chief,
1849th Electronic Installation Squadron, McClellan Air Force Base, California
6. August 1989 - August 1992 NCOIC and Team Chief Inside Plant Section, 216th Electronic Installa-
tion Squadron, Hayward Air National Guard Station, California
7. November 1993 - May 1999, Computer Maintenance Technician, training manager, 124th Commu-
nication Flight, Gowen Field Air National Guard Base, Idaho
8. May 1999 - July 1999, Communication Liaison during Allied Forces deployment, 131st Expedition-
ary Forces Squadron (Killer Bees), Trapani, Italy
9. July 1999 - December 2001, First Sergeant, 124th Communication Flight, Gowen Field Air National
Guard Base, Idaho
10. December 2001 - March 2011, Chief of Operations and Information Technology Supervisor, 124th
Communication Flight, Gowen Field Air National Guard Base, Idaho
11. April 2011 - Present 124th Fighter Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant
MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Air Force Meritorious Service Medal
Joint Service Commendation Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal with four oak leaf clusters
Air Force Achievement Medal with one oak leaf cluster
Joint Meritorious Unit Award
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award
Air Force Good Conduct Medal with oak leaf cluster
Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal with three oak leaf clusters
National Defense Service Medal with one device
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
Kosovo Campaign Medal with one device
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Armed Forces Reserve Medal with 2 M and hourglass device
NATO Medal
Idaho Emergency Duty Ribbon
Idaho Reenlistment Ribbon with two oak leaf cluster
Idaho Service Ribbon with one oak leaf cluster
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS
1999 Idaho Air National Guard NCO of the Year
Idaho National Guard Chief’s Council
124th Fighter Wing First Sergeants Council
Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States Member
Member Gowen Field Activity Center
EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
Chief Master Sergeant May 2, 2004
(Current as of September 2011)

14. Gowen Field Safety
Gowen Field is a DOD installation, which means there is to be no hand-held cell phone use while op-
erating a motor vehicle. Hands free cell phones and Blackberries are authorized for use by vehicle opera-
tors and passengers at all times. Passengers may use cell phones and Blackberries.
Distraction kills…pay attention.
Wear seatbelts while operating all military or civilian vehicles on base. Accomplish Foreign Object Debris
(FOD) checks on any vehicle entering the flight line or alert area.
Speed Limits
Follow the speed limit on base as posted and 15 mph on the flight line.
Vehicle Parking Areas—5 MPH
Aircraft Parking Ramp—15 MPH (5 MPH within 25 ft. of an aircraft)
Flight Line Access—15 MPH as designated by installation commander
Designated Traffic Lanes on the Ramp, Taxiway or Within 200 ft. of Aircraft
Parking Area—15 MPH
All traffic flow on the aircraft parking ramp shall be parallel to the
noses of parked aircraft with driver’s side toward aircraft
Do Not drive diagonally across the aircraft parking ramp
Vehicle Parking
Vehicles will not be backed or parked in the immediate vicinity of any
aircraft (25 ft. in front, 200 ft. to rear), except as authorized for ops such
as loading, unloading, servicing or towing. A spotter will be posted when a
vehicle is backed towards an aircraft. Preposition wheel chocks to prevent
vehicles from being backed into aircraft. Set parking brakes on all parked
vehicles.
All unattended vehicles will be parked so they will not interfere with the aircraft being towed or taxied. Turn
off ignition, leave keys in ignition, and place manual transmissions in reverse and place automatic trans-
missions in park. Set parking brake or place chocks in front and behind a rear wheel or between wheels on
tandem axels.
Emergency vehicles responding to emergencies are exempt
Motorcycle riders will comply with AFI91-207 and have completed an approved motorcycle safety course.
Helmets and protective clothing are required when riding a motorcycle on base. Contact base safety for
other required items.

15. Pedestrian Safety
We have several branches of the military here that march and perform PT in groups. Pay special attention
when driving during hours of low visibility as the personnel will often be running or marching on the road-
ways.
MANDATORY- Wear your reflective belt during the hours from dusk till dawn and during time periods of
reduced visibility. Headphones are not allowed when running on the roadways.
Alcohol
We have Highway Safety Checks many times a year and not always in conjunction with a holiday. If you find
that you have had “One” too many drinks, call a cab or a friend. Better yet have a plan, which includes a des-
ignated driver and stay with the plan.
Two more options are: Local Taxi (333-0333) and Your Wingman
Traffic
Speed limit on Gowen Field is 25 unless otherwise posted. Security Forces will issue citations for traffic
infractions. If you are traveling to the east campus take note of the red flashing lights when crossing ECHO
taxilane. Aircraft and helicopters travel this taxilane frequently.
Wearing of a seatbelt is always a smart thing to do! The use of seatbelts is mandatory in the state of Idaho, as
it is for the Base.
There are several one way grids and tons of construction if you travel into the city. Be aware of your sur-
roundings. Traffic in Boise can become quite congested if you are traveling to the west between 1600-1800.
Use caution and allow more time to reach your destination.
PPE
It’s important to remember if you go from the role of an observer to a worker that you remove your jew-
elry and utilize PPE as required for the job tasking. Make sure you have: safety toed boots, eye protection,
leather gloves, and hearing protection when required.
ORM
Operational Risk Management. This should be used at all times during your time spent here. This acronym
simply means thinking about what you are doing BEFORE you do it. Many times when we travel, we tend to
let our guard down. In unfamiliar surroundings this can be deadly. Please pay attention to your surround-
ings, don’t over exert yourself during PT or a pick-up basketball game, and watch out for your Wingman.
124 FW Safety
“Mission First – Safety Always”
DSN 422-5317

16. 124TH FIGHTER WING, IDAHO AIR GUARD
GOWEN FIELD (BOISE AIR TERMINAL), IDAHO
Idaho Air National Guard History FACT SHEET
I I
THE BRIEF HISTORY OF THE IDAHO AIR GUARD
daho’s Air National Guard was
established in 1946, and has
Idaho’s citizen-airmen have shared
local runways with commercial and
quietly celebrated more than a general aviation evermoved to Gowen Field,
The squadron
since.
daho’s Air National Guard
half century of volunteer service 1946, In 1950, the airmen and their Mus-base
was established in and a former Army Air Corps training
to Idaho and the has quietly celebratedtangs were called to active duty — the
nation by thou- more south of Boise’s Air Terminal, in 1947.
sands of citizen-airmen.than a half‑century of volun‑full-scalecitizen‑airmen havethe Idaho
only Idaho’s mobilization in shared local
The state’s first Air Guard unit, the Idaho and the runways with— to replace Air
teer service to Air Guard’s history commercial and general
Force aviation ever since.
nation by thousands of citizen‑airmen. units sent to Korea.
190th Fighter Squadron, was created
The state’s first Air Guard unit, the In 1950, the airmen and their
Oct. 13, 1946, under the command Idaho Mustangs werejet age in 1953, —
entered the called to active duty
190th Fighter Squadron, was created
of Lt. Col. Thomas G.13, 1946, under the command the only full‑scale mobilization in the
Oct. Lanphier, one trading aging Mustangs for the F 86A
of the pilots creditedCol. Thomas G. Lanphier, one Jet, America’s first swept wing
of Lt. with downing Sabre Idaho Air Guard’s history — to replace
the bomber carrying Japan’s Admiral downing TheForce units sent to Korea.
of the pilots credited with fighter. Air 190th, part of the U.S.
the bomber carrying Japan’s Air Force’sIdaho entered Command, 1953,
Yamamoto in the South Pacific during Admiral Air Defense the jet age in
World War II. Yamamoto in the South Pacific during trading aging Mustangs for the F‑86A
changed aircraft four more times over
World War II. Sabre Jet, America’s first swept‑wing
Like Lanphier, most of Idaho’s early the next 23 years to fly the F 94 Starfire,
Like Lanphier, most of Idaho’s early fighter. The 190th, part of the U.S. Air
airmen were veterans of the war. of the war. 89 Scorpion, F 86L Sabre Jet and F
airmen were veterans F The Force’s Air Defense Command, changed
The volunteers — 23 officers and 44 and 44 en‑ aircraft four more times over the next
volunteers — 23 officers 102 Delta Dagger.
enlisted men — metmen — met one night each week 23 the 190th Fighter Squad- F‑89
listed one night each In 1975, years to fly the F‑94 Starfire,
in a small building Street Street in Scorpion, name SabremissionF‑ 102
week in a small building on Fort on Fort ron changed its F‑86L and Jet and to
in downtown Boise. downtown Boise. Delta Dagger.
join the newly formed 124th Tactical
“They had nothing. No airplanes, no In 1975, the 190th Fighter Squad‑
“They had nothing. No airplanes, Reconnaissance Group as the 190th
buildings. No money. Not even an air‑ ron changed its name and mission to
no buildings. No money.retired Col. W.D. Bozeman, join the newly‑formed 124th Tactical
field,” said Not even an Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron,
airfield,” said retired Col. W.D. Bozeman,members. the F 4 PhantomGroup a Mach 2
one of the group’s founding flying Reconnaissance II jet, as the 190th
one of the group’s founding members. and skills Tactical ReconnaissancePhantom
“But they had determination two seat twin-engine fighter. Squadron,
“But they had determination and skills
and hope.” jets would eventually spend 20 years 2
flying the F‑4 Phantom II jet, a Mach
and hope.” Recruiting new members for the two‑seat twin‑engine fighter. Phantom
on Gowen Field, longer than any other
fledgling fighter squadron had the in the history of Idaho’s Air years
aircraft
jets would eventually spend 20
Recruiting new members for the low — $10 per on Gowen Field, longer than any other
highest priority. Pay was
fledgling fighter squadron had the National Guard. the history of Idaho’s Air
aircraft in
month for enlisted
highest priority.members — and, without airplanes to National Guard. the unarmed
Pay was low — $10 per Idaho’s first Phantom,
RF-4C, Idaho’s first Phantom, the unarmed
month for enlistedthere was little and, members carried high resolution cameras
fly, members — for unit
without airplanes do fly, there was little training RF‑4C, carried high resolution cameras
to to during their weekly and electronic sensors, which soon
periods.
for unit members to do during their and electronic
proved their worth to thousands of
sensors, which soon proved their worth
weekly training periods. someone brought cider and in thousands of people in Idaho.
“Finally, people Idaho.
doughnuts to a drill,” said retired Brig. to
“Finally, someone Jim Trail, a cider andthe original
Gen. brought member of Phantom jets tracked flood flood waters
Phantom jets tracked waters
doughnuts to aunit who would eventually command pouring from the rupturedDam
drill,” said retired Brig. pouring from the ruptured Teton Teton
Gen. Jim Trail, a the squadronthe original Idaho’s hours within hours of the dam’s col‑
member of and serve as within Dam of the dam’s collapse to
show lapse to show officials where flood
unit who wouldAssistant Adjutant General. “That may officials where flood waters were
eventually command
the squadron and serve as first recruiting andheaded in time to warn people— continued
have been the Idaho’s reten‑ living
tion program in the Idaho Air Guard.”
in endangered areas. Aerial photo-
Assistant Adjutant190th Fighter Squadron’s first air‑ Aircraft of the Idaho Air National Guard: (right,
The General. “That
may have been planefirst recruitingP‑51D Mustang, taken immediately after the F-86A
the was the famous and graphs from top) The F-51D Mustang (1946-1953),
retention program inbecame the F‑51D in 1947Challis earthquake helpedStarfire (1955-1956),
which the Idaho Air when Sabre Jet (1953-1955), F-94 emergency
Guard.” response crews locate and evaluate
the Air Forcereclassified former pursuit F-89 Scorpion (1956-1959), the F-86L Sabre
Jet (1959-1964), and the F-102 Delta Dagger
The 190th Fighter Squadron’s first air- damage.
aircraft as fighters.
(1962-1976).
plane was the famous P 51D Mustang, Idaho aircrews excelled in their
which became the F 51D in 1947 when military mission as well. Two Idaho Aircraft of the Idaho Air National Guard:
(right, from top) The F-51D Mustang (1946-
the Air Force reclassified former pursuit fliers were named “Best Aerial Recon- 1953), F-86A Sabre Jet (1953-1955), F-94
aircraft as fighters. naissance Aircrew” at an international Starfire (1955-1956), F-89 Scorpion (1956-
The squadron moved to Gowen Field, competition. The 124th was named 1959), the F-86L Sabre Jet (1959-1964), and
a former Army Air Corps training base “Best Flying Unit in the Air National the F-102 Delta Dagger (1962-1976).
south of Boise’s Air Terminal, in 1947. Guard” and received the prestigious

17. waters were headed in time to warn
Spaatz Trophy from the
people living in endangered areas.
National Guard Asso-
Aerial photographs taken immediately
ciation. Idaho air¬men
after the Challis earthquake helped
and Phantom jets went to Canada
emergency response crews locate and
and Norway to provide critical tacti-
evaluate damage.
cal reconnaissance capabilities in U.S.
Idaho aircrews excelled to their
and NATO forces. i on as wel l. Two
m i l it ar y m iss
In 1991, Idaho’s Air Guard “Best Aerial
Idaho fliers were named changed
aircraft and mission again. The at an
Reconnaissance Aircrew”
unarmed RF4C Phantom jets The 124th
international competition. were re-
placed named “Best Weasel fight¬ers.
was by F 4G Wild Flying Unit in the
The 124th Tactical Reconnais¬sancethe
Air National Guard” and received
Group becameSpaatz Trophy from the
prestigious the 124th Fighter
Group, a reserve component of the air‑
National Guard Association. Idaho
U.S. Air and Phantom jets went to Canada
men Force’s Air Combat Command.
Aircraft of the Idaho Air National Guard: (top,clockwise) The RF-4C Phantom II (1976-1991),
and Norway to provide critical tactical
In 1993 Idaho’s Wild Weasel jets F-4G Wildthe Idaho(1991-1996), the A-10 ThunderboltRF-4C Phantom II (1976-1991), F-4G Wild Weasel
Aircraft of Weasel Air National Guard: (top,clockwise) The II — the “Warthog” (1996), and the C-130
were sent to Southwest Asia to U.S. and
reconnaissance capabilities to sup- Hercules transport — Thunderbolt II — the “Warthog” (1996), and the C-130 Hercules transport — the
(1991-1996), the A-10 the “Herk” (1996).
NATO forces.
port Op¬eration Southern Watch, en- “Herk” (1996).
the last in the U.S. Air Force, for two several major deployments to loca-
forcing 1991, Idaho’s Air Guard changed
In the no fly zone over southern
aircraft and mission again. The
Iraq. new aircraft — the A 10 Thunderbolt
units — two flying squadrons,15 sup‑ at home, having the world.
tions throughout flown numerous
II,port units at Gowen Field and an”elec‑
better known as the “Warthog, and
Twice Idaho airmen were chal- were
unarmed RF4C Phantom jets humanatarian beloved Herks in The
Idaho lost its relief missions. 2009
the C 130 Hercules transport. control
lenged by illegal Iraqi air defense fight‑
replaced by F‑4G Wild Weasel tronic combat training range Herks were also 2005 Base Realign-
as a result of the tasked to support
ers. The 124th Tactical Reconnais‑
radar. The threats were answered — squadron assigned to Mountain Home
The Warthog, famous for its success overseas contingincies, Many of from
ment and Closure Act. In fact, the
sance Group became the 124th Fighter
and silenced — with anti-radiation Air Force Base, Idaho.the Gulf War,
against Iraqi armor in 2001 to 2008 the unit flawlessly mis-
members who were part of that ex‑
missiles. The 124thcomponent of the Air
Group, a reserve earned the U.S. U.S. The wing traded its Wild Weasels,
provides close air support to troops ecuted several major within the wing
sion were absorbed deployments to
Force Out¬standing Unit Command.
Air Force’s Air Combat Award — on the ground. U.S. Air Force, for two
the last in the locations throughout the world. valu-
and went on to perform other
In 1993 Idaho’s Wild Weasel jets were
presented to the unit personally by new aircraft —proved their worth
Idaho’s A-10s the A‑10 Thunderbolt Idaho lost its beloved Herks in 2009
able duties. In particular, the 124th
sent to Southwest Asia to support Op‑ II, better known as the “Warthog,” and
during Operation Allied Force in 1999 as a result of the 2005 Base Realignment
was selected as a key installation to
the Secretary of the Air Force — for
eration Southern Watch, enforcing the the C‑130 Hercules transport.
when they flew combat missions over and Closurenew Consolidated Install
perform a Act. Many of the members
its role in Operation Southern Watch.
no‑fly zone over southern Iraq. KosovoWarthog, famous for its success
The and again in Operation Iraqi who werefor the entire active duty,
Program part of that mission were
Less than six months after end-
Twice Idaho airmen were challenged against Iraqi armor in the Gulf War, absorbed within the wing andAwent
Freedom in 2003. Already deployed Guard and Reserve A-10 fleet. crew
ing itsillegal Iraqi air defense radar. The
by first Southwest Asia tour, the
124th began a answered — and silenced to Kuwait close air support to troops on
provides in support of Operation on more than 50 full-time personnel
of to perform other valuable duties.
threats were second Southern the ground.
South¬ern Watch, more than 250 In particular, the 124th was selected
performed several important modi-
Watch deploy¬ment, followed by two
— with anti‑radiation missiles. The
back to back tours in support of Op- personnel were mobilizedtheir worth
Idaho’s A‑10s proved in place. a key installation to perform a than
fications and upgrades to more new
124th earned the U.S. Air Force Out‑ Idaho’s Operation Allied search 1999
duringA-10s led combatForce in and Consolidated Install Program for the
200 A-10 aircraft.
eration Provide Comfort, enforcing to
standing Unit Award — presented
the northern no fly zone and protect-of rescue and close combat missions over
when they flew air support missions entire active duty, Guard and Reserve
Changes and challenges of the
the unit personally by the Sec‑retary Kosovo and again in Operation Iraqi A‑10 fleet. A crew of more than 50
ing KurdsForce — foraggression. From in the initial weeks and months of the past half-century have consistently
the Air from Iraqi its role in Operation Freedom in 2003. Already deployed to full‑time personnel performed several
1993 to 1995 Idaho’s airmen served war. Two Idaho pilots received the produced positive results, thanks to
Southern Watch. Kuwait in support of Operation South‑ important modifications and upgrades
moreLess than six months after ending
than a year in the volatile Distinguished Flying Cross for their the dedicated efforts of thousands of
ern Watch, more than 250 personnel to more than 200 A‑10 aircraft.
Persian Gulf — longer than any other efforts. men and women who have served
its first Southwest Asia tour, the 124th were mobilized in place. Idaho’s A‑10s Changes and challenges of the
flying unitsecond Southern Watch deploy‑ The 190th Fighter Squadron also Idaho and America since 1946 as
began a in the Air National Guard. led combat search and rescue and close past half‑century have consistently
deployed inmissions in the initial weeks members of the Idaho Air National
In 1995,followed byFighter Group
ment, the 124th two back‑to‑back air support 2007 to Iraq and 2008 to produced positive results, thanks to the
Afghanistan. of the war. Two Idaho Guard.
became in support Wing, with 18
tours the 124th of Operation Provide and months dedicated efforts of thousands of men
units — two flying squadrons, 15 no‑fly
Comfort, enforcing the northern Idaho’s Herks were active here at
pilots received the Distinguished Flying and women who have served Idaho and
sup¬port units at Gowen Field andIraqi
zone and protecting Kurds from home, having flown numerous hu-
Cross for their efforts. America since 1946 as members of the
To learn more about the Idaho Air National
an aggression. From 1993 to 1995range
elec¬tronic combat training Idaho’s manitarian relief missions. The Herks
served Idaho and America since 1946 Guard, write or call the 124th Fighter Wing,
Idaho Air National Guard.
were also tasked to Idaho Airoverseas
as members of the support National Attn: Public Affairs Office, 4474 S. DeHavilland
control squadronmore than toyear in the
airmen served assigned a Moun-
Street, Boise, Idaho 83705-8006. (208) 422-
tain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. any
volatile Persian Gulf — longer than contingencies. In fact, from 2001 to
Guard. To learnor visit www.idaho.ang.af.mil
5398 more about the Idaho Air National Guard, write
other flying unit in the Air National
The wing traded its Wild Weasels, 2008 the190thflawlesslySquadron also
The unit Fighter ex¬ecuted or call the 124th Fighter Wing, Attn: Public Affairs Office,
Guard. deployed in 2007 to Iraq and 2008 to 4474 S. DeHavilland Street, Boise, IdahoFW/PA 1 JUL 10
124 83705-8006.
In 1995, the 124th Fighter Group Afghanistan. (208) 422-5398 or visit www.idaho.ang.af.mil
became the 124th Wing, with 18 Idaho’s Herks were active here 124 FW/PA 1 JUL 10

18. Boise’s Local Restaurants
Angell’s Bar & Grill Buster’s Sports Bar
999 Main Street 1326 Broadway Ave.
Boise, Idaho 83702 1 Price: $$$ Boise, Idaho 83706 7 Price: $
(208) 342-4900 (208) 345-5688
www.angellsbarandgrill. www.busterssportsbar.com
“Located in the lively center of downtown Boise, Angell’s Quality food and fast, friendly service. Extensive menu,
is a stylish and contemporary spot for locals and travelers in offering a variety of domestic and micro brews, along with a
upscale yet comfortable surroundings.” full bar and quality wines.
Asiago’s Restaurant & Wine Bar Cazba Middle Eastern Restaurant
1002 W. Main Street 211 N. 8th Street
Boise, Idaho 83702 2 Price: $$ Boise, Idaho 83702 8 Price: $$
(208) 336-5552 (208) 381-0222
www.asiagos.com
“An unpretentious, intimate setting, combining old world From its whimsical cloud-covered walls to its framing
designs with modern accents. Located in the newly renovat- columns, the Eastern Mediterranean eatery channels an air
ed Gem-Noble building, the dining area surrounds you with of elegant mystery, furthered only by the mystery of the
turn of the century brick walls, Italian tile floors, and original unequivocally ethnic-only menu.
Barbacoa Cafe Ole
276 S. Bobwhite Ct. 404 S. 8th Street
Boise, Idaho 83706 3 Price: $$$ Boise, Idaho 83702 9 Price: $$
(208) 338-5000 (208) 344-3222
www.barbacoa-boise.com www.cafeole.com
The name itself sounds like a celebration. Barbacoa’s With enchanting locations in downtown and Boise Towne
open-fire grilling process and culinary delights are a tribute Square Mall, Cafe Ole offers great tasting Mexican style
to the ranchers and cowboys of the Pacific Northwest. dishes and excellent service.
Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery Chapala Mexican Restaurants
610 W. Grove Street 1201 S. Vista Avenue
Boise, Idaho 83702 Boise, Idaho 83705 10
4 Price: $ Price: $
(208) 426-0538 www.chapalarestaurants.com
www.bardenay.com
Bardenay, the nation’s first distillery restaurant, serves up Lightening fast service and great authentic Mexican cui-
distinctive cocktails with premium spirits, some of its own sine, Chapala’s has long been rated among the best Mexican
making. restaurants in Boise.
Bittercreek Alehouse / Red Feather Restaurant Chiang Mai Thai
246 N. 8th St. 4898 Emerald Street
Boise, Idaho 83702 5 Price: $ Boise, Idaho 83706 11 Price: $$
(208) 345-1813 * Boise Best Bet (208) 342-4051 * Boise Best Bet
www.justeatlocal.com/bittercreek www.chiangmaithairestaurant.com
Bittercreek Alehouse offers a warm, inviting casual dining Exotic sauces and flavors intermingle on your plate, and
experience with outstanding, attentive service. Our large the hot, tangy aromas waft up to meet your nose, creating
front windows and open-air patio present a perfect location an exciting taste journey. Locals tip: Just go, man.
for people watching in downtown Boise.
Brick Oven Bistro
801 Main Street
Boise, Idaho 83702 6 Price: $
(208) 342-3456
www.brickovenbistro.com
In an era where chain concepts dominate the restaurant
landscape, the Brick Oven remains true to the best of what
Boise is about: authenticity, family, casualness and convivial-
ity.

19. Boise’s Local Restaurants cont...
Goodwood Murphy’s Seafood & Steakhouse
Barbecue 1555 Broadway Ave.
7849 W.
13 Price: $ Boise, Idaho 83706 19 Price: $$$
Spectrum Street (208) 344-3691
Boise, Idaho 83709 www.cishenanigans.com
Great food and service meets finger-lickin’ barbecue in a Murphy’s Seafood Steakhouse, a cornerstone in Boise
comfortable and inviting atmosphere. This very solid choice dining for 20 years offers affordable cuisine in an elegant but
for lunch or dinner. casual setting.
Ha’ Penny Bridge Pub Ram Restaurant & Brewery
855 Broad Street 709 E. Park Blvd.
Boise, Idaho 83702 14 Price: $$ Boise, Idaho 83712 20 Price: $
(208) 343-5568 (208) 345-2929
www.hapennybridgepub.com www.theram.com
Experience Irish Pub entertainment featuring live mu- A great place for local microbrews and above average bar
sic, sporting events on plasma screens and casual dining food. Set right on the Boise River Greenbelt, this is a sum-
inspired by early to mid-1900’s european works. mertime hotspot and a great place to hit during a Bronco
football game.
Happy Fish Sushi Reef
855 Broad Street 105 S. 6th Street
Boise, Idaho 83702 15 Price: $$ Boise, Idaho 83702 21 Price: $$
(208) 343-4810 (208) 287-9200
www.happyfishsushi.com www.reefboise.com
Happy Fish Sushi has become one of the hottest spots in Great food, live music and home to Boise’s only rooftop
downtown Boise offering a great place to catch a drink after outdoor tiki bar make a visit to REEF a unique, and extremely
work or get a night on the town started. fun, experience.
Kyoto Japanese Steakhouse Shige Japanese Cuisine
6002 W. Fairview Ave. 100 N. 8th Street
Boise, Idaho 83704 Boise, Idaho 83702 22
16 Price: $$ Price: $$
(208) 378-8808 (208) 338-8423
www.shigejapanesecuisine.com
Tepanyaki-style Japanese cuising with surprisingly good For Boise, Shige’s is an institution, and deservedly so. Chef
sushi. Awesome for large groups to gather around the grill. Shige was one of the very first in Boise, and has consistantly
Watch out for flying shrimp! been making good sushi for many years.
Mai Thai Tablerock Brewpub & Grill
750 W. Idaho Street 705 W. Fulton Street
Boise, Idaho 83702 17 Price: $$ Boise, Idaho 83702 23 Price: $
(208) 344-THAI (8424) (208) 342-0944
www.maithaigroup.com www.tablerockbrewpub.com
Consistently ranked tops among Thai restaurants in Boise, Boise’s Original TableRock BrewPub & Grill. Offers lunch
come for the great food and cocktails but be warned: you’ll and dinner in a great family atmosphere as well as a fabu-
need to come early to peruse the menu, it reads like a novel! lous catering service.
Mazzeh Willowcreek Grill & Raw Sushi
404 E. Parkcenter Blvd. 2203 S. Vista Avenue
Boise, Idaho 83706 18 Price: $ Boise, Idaho 83705 Price: $$
(208) 333-3223 (208) 343-5544 24
www.mazzeh-id.com www.willowcreekgrill.com
Killer gyros, hummus, and shwarmas make Mazzeh the Surprisingly good food and decent beer selection make
recently annointed “BEST” mediterranean restaurant in Boise. this one of Boise’s up-and-coming “best of” hotspots, though
many still don’t know about it.

20. Hotels and Restaurants - Downtown
Downtown Boise Area
Bars & Restaurants
1. Angell’s Bar & Grill
rill 2. Asiago’s Restaurant
ant
4. Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery
rant & Distillery
5. Bittercreek Alehouse / Red Feather
ouse / Red Feather
o 6. Brick Oven Bistro
astern Cuisine
8. Cazba Middle Eastern Cuisine
n Cantina
ge Pub
9. Café Ole Mexican Cantina
hi 14. Ha’ Penny Bridge Pub
15. Happy Fish Sushi
17. Mai Thai
e Cuisine
21. Reef
wpub & Grill
22. Shige Japanese Cuisine
23. Tablerock Brewpub & Grill

21. Hotels and Restaurants - Outside Downtown
Boise Area
Bars & Restaurants
3. Barbecoa
7. Buster’s Sports Bar
10. Chapala Mexican Restaurant
11. Chiang Mai Thai
13. Goodwood BBQ
16. Kyoto Japanese Steakhouse
18. Mazzeh
19. Murphy’s Seafood & Steakhouse
20. Ram Restaurant & Brewery
24. Willowcreek Grill/Raw Sushi

22. Boise Entertainment and Recreation
sports Hiking/Biking - Boise River Greenbelt
www.visitidaho.org/thingstodo
Boise State Bronco Athletics Stretching more than 20 miles from Eagle Island State Park
(208) 426-4737 eastward to Discovery State Park at the base of Lucky Peak
www.broncosports.com Dam, this paved pathway offers inline skaters, joggers, walk-
ers and cyclists a year-round paved pathway. The well-marked
Boise Hawks (Class A Chicago Cubs affiliate) trail meanders through downtown Boise, Veterans Memorial
(208) 322-5000 Park, and Julia Davis Park following the serpentine Boise River.
www.boisehawks.com Trailside restaurants offer refreshments and people watching
opportunities. Once you leave Boise’s boundaries, the pathway
provides views of rolling brown mountains and wildlife, such
Idaho Steelheads Hockey as herons and bald eagles.
(208) 383-0080
www.idahosteelheads.com Mountain Biking - Ridge to Rivers Trail System
(208) 384-4240
www.ridgetorivers.org
Idaho Stampede Basketball
Stretching from the Boise River to the Boise Ridge, this trail
(208) 424-2200
system offers hikers and mountain-bikers 75,000 acres of trails.
www.nba.com/dleague/idaho
equipment rental
Firebird Raceway
(208) 938-8986 REI Boise
www.firebirdonline.com (208) 322-1141
www.rei.com
Meridian Speedway
(208) 888-2813 Outdoor Adventures
www.meridianspeedway.com (208) 386-9846
www.boiseoutdoor.com
recreation Bikes to Boards
(208) 343-0208
Skiing - Bogus Basin www.bikestoboards.com
(208) 332-5151
www.bogusbasin.com Alpenglow
Located 16 miles north of Boise, off a twisting mountain road, (208) 331-BOAT
this folksy ski resort is Boise’s winter getaway. Offering great www.www.alpenglowidaho.com
skiing day or night, Bogus has 58 runs, six ski lifts and cross-
country skiing.
movie theaters
Rafting/Floating - Boise River
(208) 384-4240 Edwards Downtown Cinema 9
www.cityofboise.org/boiseriver (208) 338-3821
Floating the serene Boise River is a peaceful, cost-efficient way
to spend a summer. From June to September, inner tubes,
rafts, canoes and kayaks meander through the city’s water ar- Edward Spectrum 21 & IMAX Theatre
tery from Barber Park to Ann Morrison Park, an event passed (208) 377-9603
down to generations of Boiseans. You might find yourself as
wet as Gilligan after this three-hour tour, but its ample retalia- The Majestic Cinema
tion to the desert heat. White water is scarce, but lifejackets are (208) 888-2228
strongly recommended. Boise Parks and Recreation provides
transportation from Ann Morrison Park to Barber Park. Other-
wise, you’ll need two vehicles. Summer: dawn to dusk The FLICKS
(208) 342-4222

23. Boise & Gowen Field Important Contacts
HOSPITALS
BASE CONTACT INFORMATION
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
1055 N. Curtis Road POSITION NAME NUMBER (208) 422-XXXX
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 367-2759 FW/CC Col James Compton 5342
FW/CV Col Brad Richy 5814
St. Luke’s Hospital FW/CCC CMSgt Bob Bailey 6993
190 East Bannock FW/CCE LtCol Beverly Bracewell 6162
Boise, ID 83702 OG/CC Col Mike Nolan 5300
(208) 381-1200 MXG/CC Col Robert Park 5400
MSG/CC Col Chris Rood 5947
CABS MDG/CC Col Ralph Sutherlin 5369
ABC Taxi SAFETY LtCol Anthony Brown 5600
(208) 344-4444 Command Post 5333
Security Forces 5366
Boise City Taxi Fire Department 5363
(208) 377-3333
General Emergencies 911
Yellow Cab
(208) 333-0333
Local Weather
Averages are in the 20˚s/30˚s during the winter and as hot as 100˚ in the summer months.
The weather does fluctuate daily in the spring and fall, so plan for a variety of conditions.
It also tends to be on the windy side here in the valley.

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