On May 5, 2009, we issued an earnings release announcing our first quarter financial results, a copy of which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Report on Form 8-K. Additionally, Exhibit 99.2, a copy of which is furnished, includes statistical information relative to our quarterly performance. Management will review the company's performance during a webcast and conference call to be held today, May 5, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern. To link to the webcast, go to our website at www.BoiseInc.com and click on the link to the webcast under Webcasts & Presentations on the Investors drop-down menu. To join the conference call, dial 866-841-1001. International callers should dial 832-445-1689.

We have reconciled the non-GAAP financial measures to our reported financial performance in the financial notes that accompany our earnings release.

(d) Exhibits.

The following exhibits are furnished as part of this Report on Form 8-K:

Exhibit Number                    Description

Exhibit 99.1     Boise Inc. Earnings Release dated May 5, 2009

Exhibit 99.2     Boise Inc. Quarterly Statistical Information