Calendar Apr 21: The Sagebrush Biome Jun 4: GoNative Plant Sale & Informational Fair Jun 14: The Lava Rock Biome Jul 20: Exploring the Riparian Biome Aug 9: The Montane & Alpine Biome

The Lava Rock Biome Unique to South Central Idaho and most evident in the eastern portion of the Snake River Plain, is the lava rock biome. This unique volcanic landscape is a result of the North American Plate moving in a southwesterly direction over the stationary Yellowstone hotspot. Over millions of years of volcanic activity basalt and rhyolite now dominate the landscape. Currently, the earth’s crust is being pulled apart by what is known as basin and range type faulting. Although seemingly inhospitable, this unique desert ecosystem is home to over 600 plant species and a large variety of migratory and indigenous animals. GoNative Series: The Lava Rock Biome Tuesday, August 14 at 7am A special tour at the Craters of the Moon for early risers! Sawtooth Botanical Garden $5 for Sawtooth Botanical Garden Members $10 for non-members