On November 3, 2009, we issued an earnings release announcing our third quarter financial results, a copy of which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current 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, November 3, at 12:00 p.m. Eastern. To link to the webcast, go to our Web site 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 Current Report on Form 8-K:

       Exhibit Number                   Description

       Exhibit 99.1     Boise Inc. Earnings Release dated November 3, 2009

       Exhibit 99.2     Boise Inc. Quarterly Statistical Information