Treasure Valley neighbors head back outside after wildfire smoke 'cut the summer short'

TREASURE VALLEY — Families, river floaters and local vendors are returning to outdoor activities in the Treasure Valley after days of wildfire smoke forced them inside. WATCH | Why neighbors across Treasure Valley are heading outsideNeighbors across Treasure Valley head outside as wildfire smoke clearsAt the splash pad at Ann Morrison Park, families like Brendon Hepworth's were back in the water after days stuck indoors. A lifelong Treasure Valley resident, Lyon said smoky summers are familiar — but no less frustrating. "I feel like it does cut the summer short because I miss out on being outside hiking, floating the river," Lyon said. RELATED | 'We are just right in the line of the smoke': Experts weigh in on air quality conditionsThe smoke also hit local businesses.