Bogus, But True
This plant, often associated with Christmas, is actually a parasitic species.
What is mistletoe?
This ski resort, near Boise, got its name from 19th-century prospectors selling fake gold.
What is Bogus Basin?
Despite countless warnings, this party guest became part of the floor plan by inspecting Robin's bedroom remodel a little too closely.
Who is Sammy T?
This Buzzard broke his clavicle by diving into a tent set up in the living room.
Who is Colton?
This signature haircut, favored by Robin, was a childhood classic.
What is bowl-cut?
Snowflakes form this many sides due to the molecular structure of ice.
What is six?
The “Mouse House” was the nickname for this beginner ski program.
What is Mighty Mice?
This illegal act in a Mexican alley almost landed Quinn and Colton behind bars after finishing off a bottle of “tres anos.”
What is public urination?
This mining scam, giving Bogus Basin its name, involved selling this “fool’s gold” to unsuspecting prospectors.
What is pyrite?
What is the name of the friend group documented in YouTube videos filmed with a borrowed GoPro by Quinn and company?
What is The Eagle Skate Crew?
This temperature scale is commonly used in scientific discussions of absolute cold, starting at absolute zero.
What is Kelvin?
This Idaho ski destination introduced the world’s first alpine chairlift in 1936, charging 25 cents per ride.
What is Sun Valley?
What outdoor activity turns into a multi-hour Buzzard endurance test, complete with mountains, jungles, beaches, tears, sweat, and a whole lot of regret?
What is hiking?
Robin had a habit of renaming foods to get the kids to eat — including calling this dinner staple “diaper sandwiches.”
What are tacos?
After carefully counting heads in the car, this family member was accidentally left behind at the campsite — completely none the wiser.
Who is Sammy?
This Latin phrase, meaning “It is forever,” serves as Idaho’s state motto.
Esto Perpetua
This Buzzard earned the nickname “the squirrel” for hiding candy wrappers everywhere except where they belonged.
Who is Quinn?
Quinn and Colton often turned this household "item" into a sword — and Carli’s face became the target on a neighbor’s trampoline.
What is baluster?
Almost taken out by a BB gun, this Buzzard lived to tell the story — and the shooter learned a lesson too.
Who is Carli?
Photo proof exists of this Buzzard baby enjoying life in the buff… and in Peter’s oversized boots.
Who is Carli?
This scientific process explains why frost forms on surfaces even when temperatures are below freezing.
What is sublimation?
The poinsettia is native to this country, where it was originally called “Flor de Nochebuena.”
What is Mexico?
This word was screamed loudly enough to solve a drink problem, create a family legend, and haunt a waitress forever.
What is LIIIIMMEEEE!!!!!?
This domino game was taught to the family by Grandma Anna.
What is Chicken Foot?
Buzzard kids were scarred for life after this little creature ended up in Sammy’s jaws.
What is bunny rabbit?