Carson City Nevada News - Carson Now - Your one stop for Carson City news https://carsonnow.org/ en Dayton Pop Warner announces strength and conditioning camp in June https://carsonnow.org/story/05/12/2024/dayton-pop-warner-announces-strength-and-conditioning-camp-june <div class="fb-social-like-widget"><fb:like href="https://carsonnow.org/story/05/12/2024/dayton-pop-warner-announces-strength-and-conditioning-camp-june" send="false" layout="button_count" show_faces="false" width="350" action="like" font="arial" colorscheme="light"></fb:like></div><div class="field field-type-date field-field-date"> <div class="field-label">Event Date:&nbsp;</div> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <span class="date-display-single">June 29, 2024 (All day)</span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-type-filefield field-field-images"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <a href="/story/05/12/2024/dayton-pop-warner-announces-strength-and-conditioning-camp-june" class="imagecache imagecache-galleryformatter_slide imagecache-linked imagecache-galleryformatter_slide_linked"><img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/galleryformatter_slide/130666-daytonfootbal1.jpeg" alt="" title="" width="475" height="400" /></a> </div> <div class="field-item even"> <a href="/story/05/12/2024/dayton-pop-warner-announces-strength-and-conditioning-camp-june" class="imagecache imagecache-galleryformatter_slide imagecache-linked imagecache-galleryformatter_slide_linked"><img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/galleryformatter_slide/130666-daytonfootbal2.jpeg" alt="" title="" width="320" height="400" /></a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-type-text field-field-byline"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> Submitted to Carson Now </div> </div> </div> <p>As the summer sun begins to heat up, so does the excitement at Dayton Pop Warner as local athletes gear up for a two-day strength and conditioning camp.</p> <p>Set to take place June 29-30, held at Dayton High School. this camp aims to sharpen the skills of budding football stars from all over Northern Nevada including participants from Dayton Pop Warner and Biggest Little City Football Academy.</p> <p>Organized by a team of seasoned coaches and fitness experts, the camp promises to provide participants with a comprehensive training experience designed to enhance their physical strength, agility, and endurance. With a focus on football-specific conditioning drills and techniques, attendees can expect to push their limits and elevate their game to new heights.</p> <p>"We're thrilled to bring this opportunity to the athletes of Northern Nevada remarked Coach Richard Vasquez one of the lead organizers of the camp. "It's not just about building muscle or increasing speed; it's about instilling discipline, resilience, and a winning mindset."</p> <p>The camp will feature a dynamic mix of activities, including strength training sessions, speed and agility drills, as well as nutrition and recovery workshops. Participants will have the chance to learn from experienced coaches and trainers who have worked with athletes at all levels, from local leagues to the professional ranks.</p> <p>"We want to give these young athletes the tools they need to succeed, both on and off the field," said Coach George Freeman another key figure behind the event. "By focusing on proper technique, injury prevention, and the importance of rest and recovery, we're laying the foundation for long-term success."</p> <p>In addition to honing their athletic abilities, participants will also have the opportunity to connect with fellow athletes and coaches, fostering a sense of camaraderie and teamwork that is essential for success in football and beyond.</p> <p>"The bonds formed at events like these can last a lifetime," said Coach Michael Hayes. "We want these athletes to leave feeling not only physically stronger but also part of a supportive community that will cheer them on every step of the way."</p> <p>With spots filling up fast, organizers encourage interested athletes to register early to secure their place at the Dayton Strength and Conditioning Camp. Whether dreaming of gridiron glory or simply looking to stay active during the summer break, this camp offers something for every football enthusiast in the Dayton area.</p> <p>For more information and registration details, visit <a href="https://blcfa.com/" title="https://blcfa.com/">https://blcfa.com/</a> or contact Michael Hayes 775-220-7322. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your game to the next level!</p> Sports Sun, 12 May 2024 16:53:05 +0000 Jeff Munson 130666 at https://carsonnow.org Hello spring: Bear looking for breakfast lumbers through Carson City yard https://carsonnow.org/reader-content/05/12/2024/sunday-morning-brown-bear <div class="fb-social-like-widget"><fb:like href="https://carsonnow.org/reader-content/05/12/2024/sunday-morning-brown-bear" send="false" layout="button_count" show_faces="false" width="350" action="like" font="arial" colorscheme="light"></fb:like></div><div class="field field-type-filefield field-field-images"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/img_8582_-_copy.jpg" alt="" title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="102" /> </div> <div class="field-item even"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/img_8586_-_copy_2.jpg" alt="" title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="111" /> </div> <div class="field-item odd"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/img_8592_-_copy.jpg" alt="" title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="97" /> </div> <div class="field-item even"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/img_8595_-_copy.jpg" alt="" title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="108" /> </div> <div class="field-item odd"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/img_8584_-_copy_2.jpg" alt="" title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="100" /> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-type-text field-field-byline"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> Photography by Edward Howell </div> </div> </div> <p>Sunday in Carson City brought out a black bear with a shiny brown coat that lumbered through a yard in early morning light, probably looking for breakfast.</p> <p>The bear was spotted along Pinion Hills Drive, near the bridge at the Carson River, behind Buzzy's Ranch in East Carson City.</p> <p>Scroll and double click on each photo to see full size.</p> Outdoors Sun, 12 May 2024 14:57:10 +0000 130663 at https://carsonnow.org Carson City area road report for week of May 13-19 https://carsonnow.org/story/05/12/2024/carson-city-area-road-report-week-may-13-19 <div class="fb-social-like-widget"><fb:like href="https://carsonnow.org/story/05/12/2024/carson-city-area-road-report-week-may-13-19" send="false" layout="button_count" show_faces="false" width="350" action="like" font="arial" colorscheme="light"></fb:like></div><div class="field field-type-filefield field-field-images"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <a href="/story/05/12/2024/carson-city-area-road-report-week-may-13-19" class="imagecache imagecache-galleryformatter_slide imagecache-linked imagecache-galleryformatter_slide_linked"><img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/galleryformatter_slide/130662-conetree.jpg" alt="" title="" width="478" height="263" /></a> </div> </div> </div> <p>Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 13-19, 2024. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:</p> <p>— 2nd Street between Carson Street and Curry Street will be closed to westbound traffic from April 8, 2024 to June 30, 2025 for construction.</p> <p>— Center Drive between Topsy Lane and Rabe Way will be closed to thru traffic from Wednesday through Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.</p> <p>— On Saturday, May 18th, Stetina’s Paydirt Gravel Race will be taking place in South Carson City. Expect rolling road closures for the whole day.</p> <p>— Telegraph Street between Stewart Street and the intersection of Valley Street will be closed on Wednesday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.</p> <p><strong>Lane restrictions are expected at the following locations due to road/utility work:</strong><br /> — Carson Street between Adams Street and Park Street will have reduced southbound lanes from Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.</p> <p>— Conestoga Drive near the intersection of Sigstrom Drive will have reduced lanes from Thursday through Friday, from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.</p> <p>La Motte Drive near the intersection of Arrowhead Drive will have reduced lanes from Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.</p> <p>Maison Way, near and at the intersection of Newman Place, will have reduced lanes from Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.</p> <p>Northridge Drive, at the intersection of Roop Street, will have reduced lanes from Monday, May 13 to Friday, May 24, from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.</p> News Sun, 12 May 2024 14:14:12 +0000 Jeff Munson 130662 at https://carsonnow.org Kids to Parks Day Celebration at Mills Park on Saturday, May 18th https://carsonnow.org/reader-content/05/11/2024/kids-parks-day-celebration-mills-park-saturday-may-18th <div class="fb-social-like-widget"><fb:like href="https://carsonnow.org/reader-content/05/11/2024/kids-parks-day-celebration-mills-park-saturday-may-18th" send="false" layout="button_count" show_faces="false" width="350" action="like" font="arial" colorscheme="light"></fb:like></div><div class="field field-type-filefield field-field-images"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/img_8130.jpeg" alt="" title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="131" /> </div> <div class="field-item even"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/img_8131.jpeg" alt="" title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="128" /> </div> <div class="field-item odd"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/img_8132.png" alt="" title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="278" /> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-type-text field-field-byline"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> By: Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department </div> </div> </div> <p>“Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors.” – National Park Trust</p> <p>The community is invited to Mills Park from 10:00am – 2:00pm on Saturday, May 18, 2024, for the 6th annual Kids to Parks Day event here in Carson City! The celebration will include music, food, outdoor activities from local organizations, educational booths, and the Junior Park Ranger Olympics! The whole community is invited to join in on this fun day of outdoor play! </p> <p><strong>Schedule of Events:</strong><br /> 10:00am - Mayor Lori Bagwell will read the Kids to Parks Day 2024 official proclamation and start the day<br /> 10:30am - Jr Park Ranger Olympics Official Start<br /> 1:30pm - Jr Park Ranger Olympics End<br /> 2:00pm - Kids to Parks Day event ends, kids encouraged to visit other parks and keep celebrating the day<br /> 4:00pm – Wheelhouse Best Trick Competition Ends</p> <p>The Junior Ranger Olympics will be a fun obstacle course consisting of 5 stages that’ll test Carson City Junior Park Rangers on the skills they need to become a future Park Ranger. Skills that will be tested include Packing a backpack, trail maintenance, physical agility, map and brochure sorting, first aid, and navigation. The course will kick off at 10:30am and end at 1:30pm. It’s open to kids in grade levels 1st - 3rd and 4th - 6th. Prizes will be given to all 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in the two age groups. </p> <p>The Wheel House will be hosting a Best Trick Competition at the skate park. They will be providing music for the event and setting up skating obstacles. They will also be conducting trick competitions and giving away prizes. Kids can begin signing up at 10:00am.</p> <p>Bone Appetit Bar-B-Que Grill will be offering food and drinks for the event and will have a special kid’s menu exclusively for Kids to Parks Day. Scoups Ice Cream &amp; Soup Bar will also be offering ice cream options. </p> <p>Other booths and activities will include: America First Credit Union, Bee City, Carson City Health and Human Services, Carson City Library, Carson City Railroad Association, Computer Corps, Friends of Silver Saddle Ranch, Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada, GNCU, The Greenhouse Project, Grocery Outlet, Messy Kids Art School, Muscle Power, Nevada State Parks, Nevada Department of Wildlife, River Wranglers, Salvation Army, Western NV Safe Routes to School, and W.O.L.F!</p> <p>You can find more information about Kids to Parks Day at <a href="https://www.carson.org/government/departments-g-z/parks-recreation-open-space/special-events/kids-to-parks-day" title="https://www.carson.org/government/departments-g-z/parks-recreation-open-space/special-events/kids-to-parks-day">https://www.carson.org/government/departments-g-z/parks-recreation-open-...</a>. </p> <p>Special thanks to all the businesses that are supporting this event through donations : Aces, Author: Jennifer Bentio-Kowalski, Click Bond, Defy Sparks, GearHut, Nevada State Parks, Play it Again Sports, and Wild Island Coconut Bowl. </p> <p>If you have any general questions, please contact Carson City Park Rangers at <a href="mailto:parkrangers@carson.org">parkrangers@carson.org</a> or (775) 283-7035. </p> <p>Parking will be available in and around Mills Park at 1111 E. Williams St. Carson City, NV 89701.</p> Announcements Sat, 11 May 2024 23:43:18 +0000 130661 at https://carsonnow.org Reflections of Lake Tahoe at Carson City Senior Center Tuesday https://carsonnow.org/reader-content/05/10/2024/reflections-lake-tahoe <div class="fb-social-like-widget"><fb:like href="https://carsonnow.org/reader-content/05/10/2024/reflections-lake-tahoe" send="false" layout="button_count" show_faces="false" width="350" action="like" font="arial" colorscheme="light"></fb:like></div><div class="field field-type-filefield field-field-images"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/reflections_of_lake_tahoe_title_page.jpg" alt="" title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="116" /> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-type-text field-field-byline"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> By Carson city Senior Center </div> </div> </div> <p>Free History Slide Show: Reflections of Lake Tahoe Tuesday May 14, 1:30pm, at the Carson City Senior Center. </p> <p>Using extensive research and seldom seen photographs, local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff take a look back at the many people and events that have affected this magnificent Sierra Nevada gem over the years. </p> <p>From industrial powerhouse of the Comstock Lode to the many efforts to create a Lake Tahoe National Park, the varied tales of “Big Blue’s” history are unique, interesting, and often amusing. </p> <p>The Senior Center is located at 911 Beverly Dr. Carson City, NV.</p> <p>Call David at 760 920 8061 for more information.</p> Arts and Entertainment Lake Tahoe History Sat, 11 May 2024 20:58:14 +0000 130651 at https://carsonnow.org The Misfits Theater Group presents Gold Casino or Bar Be Tender in May https://carsonnow.org/reader-content/05/10/2024/misfits-theater-group-presents-its-2024-spring-production-gold-casino-or-b <div class="fb-social-like-widget"><fb:like href="https://carsonnow.org/reader-content/05/10/2024/misfits-theater-group-presents-its-2024-spring-production-gold-casino-or-b" send="false" layout="button_count" show_faces="false" width="350" action="like" font="arial" colorscheme="light"></fb:like></div><div class="field field-type-filefield field-field-images"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/article_img_1.jpg" alt="" title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="134" /> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-type-text field-field-byline"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> By Erlinda Ibe Haukohl </div> </div> </div> <p>The Misfits Theater Group presents its 2024 Spring Production: Gold Casino or Bar Be Tender on the weekends of May 18-19 and May 24, 25 and 26, 2024.</p> <p>The Gold Casino is owned by an escaped felon hiding from the law. The villain discovers there is gold hidden in the bar of the casino, and he plans to steal the gold and burn the casino to the ground. The felon, heroine bartender, and an undercover cop foil the villain’s evil plan! The casino is saved—and romance is in the air! </p> <p>Gold Casino/Bar Be Tender performances will be at the Dayton Community Center located in historic old town Dayton at 164 Pike Street. Call Lisa at 775-315-1085 to make a reservation. Ticket cost is $15 per seat.</p> <p>Evening performances start at 7 pm on May 18, 24 and 25. Two scheduled matinees will start at 2 pm on Sunday, May 19 and 26. A handicap drop off zone will be located at the bottom of the handicap ramp in front of the Community Center. Proceeds from the May 24 performance will benefit the Dayton Food Pantry!</p> Arts and Entertainment Dayton Community Center Dayton NV misfits theater group save the date Sat, 11 May 2024 20:33:54 +0000 130646 at https://carsonnow.org Native Plant Sale May 18 at River View Park in Gardnerville https://carsonnow.org/reader-content/05/10/2024/native-plant-sale <div class="fb-social-like-widget"><fb:like href="https://carsonnow.org/reader-content/05/10/2024/native-plant-sale" send="false" layout="button_count" show_faces="false" width="350" action="like" font="arial" colorscheme="light"></fb:like></div><div class="field field-type-filefield field-field-images"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/calendar_slide/fb_post.jpeg" alt="UNR Extension Native Plant Sale " title="" class="imagecache imagecache-calendar_slide imagecache-default imagecache-calendar_slide_default" width="180" height="151" /> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-type-text field-field-byline"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> Jessica Gardner </div> </div> </div> <p>UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Douglas County are hosting a Native plant sale on Saturday, May 18 at the River Fork Ranch (The Nature Conservancy) located at 381 Genoa Ln. Minden, NV. </p> <p>The event is from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. </p> <p>All plants are a first come, first serve basis. </p> <p>All proceeds will benefit the UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Douglas County. Plants have been grown by The Washoe State Tree Nursery.</p> <p>For more information, please email <a href="mailto:jessicagardner@unr.edu">jessicagardner@unr.edu</a> or call 775-782-9960.</p> Community gardener gardening master gardeners Native Plants plants Sat, 11 May 2024 18:52:40 +0000 130648 at https://carsonnow.org Did you see it? Auroras spotted across Nevada skies thanks to large solar storm https://carsonnow.org/story/05/11/2024/did-you-see-it-auroras-spotted-across-nevada-skies-thanks-large-solar-storm <div class="fb-social-like-widget"><fb:like href="https://carsonnow.org/story/05/11/2024/did-you-see-it-auroras-spotted-across-nevada-skies-thanks-large-solar-storm" send="false" layout="button_count" show_faces="false" width="350" action="like" font="arial" colorscheme="light"></fb:like></div><div class="field field-type-filefield field-field-images"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <a href="/story/05/11/2024/did-you-see-it-auroras-spotted-across-nevada-skies-thanks-large-solar-storm" class="imagecache imagecache-galleryformatter_slide imagecache-linked imagecache-galleryformatter_slide_linked"><img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/galleryformatter_slide/130660-aurora_brett.jpeg" alt="" title="" width="500" height="281" /></a> </div> <div class="field-item even"> <a href="/story/05/11/2024/did-you-see-it-auroras-spotted-across-nevada-skies-thanks-large-solar-storm" class="imagecache imagecache-galleryformatter_slide imagecache-linked imagecache-galleryformatter_slide_linked"><img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/galleryformatter_slide/130660-northern_lights_sarah.jpeg" alt="" title="" width="500" height="375" /></a> </div> <div class="field-item odd"> <a href="/story/05/11/2024/did-you-see-it-auroras-spotted-across-nevada-skies-thanks-large-solar-storm" class="imagecache imagecache-galleryformatter_slide imagecache-linked imagecache-galleryformatter_slide_linked"><img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/galleryformatter_slide/130660-smith_valley_051024_2245_img_3810_tgmontgomery.jpeg" alt="" title="" width="500" height="333" /></a> </div> <div class="field-item even"> <a href="/story/05/11/2024/did-you-see-it-auroras-spotted-across-nevada-skies-thanks-large-solar-storm" class="imagecache imagecache-galleryformatter_slide imagecache-linked imagecache-galleryformatter_slide_linked"><img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/galleryformatter_slide/130660-img_8126.jpeg" alt="" title="" width="500" height="231" /></a> </div> </div> </div> <p>In an extremely rare display of colors, the aurora borealis was spotted throughout Northern Nevada Friday night as captured by multiple Carson Now readers. Click on each photo to expand. </p> <p>This spectacular display is caused by a severe solar storm that is expected to continue through the weekend. </p> <p>Did you spot the aurora? Send photos to <a href="mailto:kelsey@carsonnow.org">kelsey@carsonnow.org</a>.</p> News Sat, 11 May 2024 18:12:39 +0000 Kelsey Penrose 130660 at https://carsonnow.org Nevada Board of Wildlife Commission Approves 2024 - 2025 Big Game Hunting Tag Quotas https://carsonnow.org/story/05/11/2024/nevada-board-wildlife-commission-approves-2024-2025-big-game-hunting-tag-quotas <div class="fb-social-like-widget"><fb:like href="https://carsonnow.org/story/05/11/2024/nevada-board-wildlife-commission-approves-2024-2025-big-game-hunting-tag-quotas" send="false" layout="button_count" show_faces="false" width="350" action="like" font="arial" colorscheme="light"></fb:like></div><div class="field field-type-filefield field-field-images"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <a href="/story/05/11/2024/nevada-board-wildlife-commission-approves-2024-2025-big-game-hunting-tag-quotas" class="imagecache imagecache-galleryformatter_slide imagecache-linked imagecache-galleryformatter_slide_linked"><img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/galleryformatter_slide/130659-img_8125.jpeg" alt="" title="" width="500" height="333" /></a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-type-text field-field-byline"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> Nevada Department of Wildlife </div> </div> </div> <p>After review of the Nevada Department of Wildlife’s recommendations and consideration by County Advisory Board’s to Manage Wildlife, the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners has approved big game tag quotas for the upcoming 2024-2025 hunting season. </p> <p>The Commission’s approved quotas for species such as antelope, elk, mountain goat, bear, and bighorn sheep remained largely unchanged from the Department’s recommendations; however, the Commission made considerable changes to mule deer quotas after hearing concerns from the public over more recent population declines, especially in the northeast portion of the state.</p> <p>Key highlights of the approved quotas include:</p> <p>• Antelope: Antelope populations in Nevada continue to remain strong and a 33% increase for horns-longer-than-ear (adult male) antelope tags reflect the healthy population increases for the species this year. Recent survey data indicates an average of 40 bucks per 100 does and 37 fawn per 100 does, which are both increases over the previous year’s survey data. </p> <p>• Mule Deer: Mule deer fawn ratios observed during fall 2023 and spring 2024 are the highest they have been in a decade and indicate that populations are expanding. Commissioners approved mule deer quotas that were similar to last year except for more noticeable decreases in Management Areas 6, 7 and 10, where quotas were decreased by 35 percent. Despite these decreases, buck ratios in many units across the state are above the management objective of 30 bucks per 100 does. The lower quotas should lead to increased maturity of bucks in the deer herd in the coming years. </p> <p>• Elk: Commissioners approved 1,779 bull and spike tags combined and 2,581 cow elk tags. This represented a 7.5% increase in elk tags, with bull elk quotas remaining similar to the prior season. Conditions throughout elk habitat in Nevada improved during the summer and fall of 2023 and winter conditions were mild compared to the previous year. Biologists expect to see the health of the population substantially improve this year.</p> <p>• Bear: The Commission approved only a slight adjustment in bear tags, with an increase of five tags over last year. This decision comes as a result of the steady growth in Nevada’s bear population.</p> <p>• Moose: The 2024 hunting season represents the first time in Nevada’s history a moose hunt will be available, marking an exciting milestone for wildlife enthusiasts. The Commission approved NDOW’s recommendation of two antlered moose tags, which represents less than 2% of the estimated 105 moose in Nevada, a percentage biologists decided on to maintain a growing population. (<a href="https://youtu.be/N5vjP-Qoq-A" title="https://youtu.be/N5vjP-Qoq-A">Click to watch a presentation on the status of moose in Nevada</a>)</p> <p>• Bighorn Sheep: The approved recommendation for an approximate 16% decrease in desert bighorn ram tags, coupled with an increase of four more tags for California bighorn rams, demonstrates the Department’s commitment to species-specific management strategies. Due to multi-year drought and disease impacts Nevada’s desert bighorn sheep herds have been drastically declining, so the quota aims to be conservative as the populations have experienced declines.</p> <p>• Mountain goats: In support of recent improvements in populations numbers, especially in hunt unit 102, the Commission approved a recommended increase of two mountain goat tags. This number follows harvest guidelines, which allow for the take of 2% to 5% of the population.</p> <p>​“We’ve had a positive year for many of our big game herds and we expect their health to only improve thanks to two consecutive wet winters, which resulted in improved habitat conditions. This has helped big game species in their recovery from long term drought followed by severe winter weather experienced during late 2022 and throughout the early months of 2023,” said Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) Director Alan Jenne. “Additionally, we saw significant numbers in big game tag applications. The ongoing support we receive from sportsmen and women helps increase our conservation efforts and ensures continued improvements for all of Nevada’s 897 wildlife species.”</p> <p>​Commissioners made their decision after reviewing recommendations from NDOW biologist and hearing input from the County Advisory Boards and the public. NDOW's recommendations are made after hundreds of hours of surveys both from the ground and the air to classify age, sex, and recruitment of young, population modeling to develop accurate estimates of population size and consideration of management guidance from the Commission. This approach ensures that the quota recommendations for the 2024-2025 hunting season are both sustainable and reflective of the current health of Nevada's wildlife.</p> <p>​A detailed list of all approved quotas is available in the Commission Regulation 24-12, 2024 <a href="https://www.ndow.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-CR-24-12-BIG-GAME-QUOTAS-COMMISSION-APPROVED-FINAL-1.pdf" title="https://www.ndow.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-CR-24-12-BIG-GAME-QUOTAS-COMMISSION-APPROVED-FINAL-1.pdf">Big Game Quota.</a></p> <p>​Nevada’s big game tag application period closed on Wednesday, May 8. Big Game draw results will be released on or before Friday, May 17.</p> Outdoors Sat, 11 May 2024 17:11:30 +0000 Kelsey Penrose 130659 at https://carsonnow.org Carson High School plans to absorb Pioneer Academy in the 2024-25 school year https://carsonnow.org/story/05/10/2024/carson-high-school-plans-absorb-pioneer-academy-2024-25-school-year <div class="fb-social-like-widget"><fb:like href="https://carsonnow.org/story/05/10/2024/carson-high-school-plans-absorb-pioneer-academy-2024-25-school-year" send="false" layout="button_count" show_faces="false" width="350" action="like" font="arial" colorscheme="light"></fb:like></div><div class="field field-type-filefield field-field-images"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item odd"> <a href="/story/05/10/2024/carson-high-school-plans-absorb-pioneer-academy-2024-25-school-year" class="imagecache imagecache-galleryformatter_slide imagecache-linked imagecache-galleryformatter_slide_linked"><img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/galleryformatter_slide/130655-carson_high_school_blue.jpeg" alt="" title="" width="500" height="362" /></a> </div> <div class="field-item even"> <a href="/story/05/10/2024/carson-high-school-plans-absorb-pioneer-academy-2024-25-school-year" class="imagecache imagecache-galleryformatter_slide imagecache-linked imagecache-galleryformatter_slide_linked"><img src="https://carsonnow.org/sites/www.carsonnow.org/files/imagecache/galleryformatter_slide/130655-pioneer_high_school.jpeg" alt="" title="" width="500" height="278" /></a> </div> </div> </div> <p>On Tuesday, May 14, the Carson City School District’s Board of Trustees will host a meeting at Carson High School at 1111 N. Saliman Street. At the meeting the district will discuss their plan to merge Carson High School and Pioneer Academy. </p> <p>The following explanation is from the School Board Agenda: </p> <p>As the Carson City School District continues to see declining enrollment, there are conscious efforts to consider opportunities that present themselves where structural organizational changes can be made that bring a cost savings but also have a minimal impact on the services we provide. With the recent vacancy in the principal position at Pioneer Academy, one of these opportunities has presented itself. </p> <p>For approximately 20 years, Pioneer and Carson High have operated as two separate school entities, Carson High as our large comprehensive high school and Pioneer as our alternative high school. </p> <p>Beginning with the 2024-2025 school year, Pioneer Academy will become the off-site alternative campus of Carson High School, effectively merging the two entities. </p> <p>An administrator will be assigned to the Pioneer campus, but be considered as a part of the Carson High administrative team. The Pioneer campus will continue offering the same level of service to our students but with a more cost-effective model that sets the district in a good position to continue services to students that may be more successful in that smaller alternative setting. </p> <p>All students who currently attend Pioneer will continue to attend the Pioneer campus, but now with potentially more streamlined access to the curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular offerings of Carson High School. Meetings with staff and parents have occurred or have been scheduled to explain this structural change. </p> <p><a href="https://www.carsoncityschools.com/common/pages/DownloadFileByUrl.aspx?key=%2bKTS8eHUUyLvBQ8SCOZ0n90qOyxJgnzDW%2b7EGjG%2f8h6fJAxB3whsm3w0QNz2%2fPXIRg5SJQuMWaVFxoI2utWYQROjXWyaZ9fUe%2bddCm1isejleV3APqdjmhaCkQ4FNrxJoh8MkRZlfDf412uxWI%2fIu6KTwdwflTKkmft6gTj%2bDYDmfd8VFc286063mmbWtwChoT6NHTu0xK1xgyu7O2gOKX%2bqONhI3ekvNPyhdLDAJB%2fpXjZD" title="https://www.carsoncityschools.com/common/pages/DownloadFileByUrl.aspx?key=%2bKTS8eHUUyLvBQ8SCOZ0n90qOyxJgnzDW%2b7EGjG%2f8h6fJAxB3whsm3w0QNz2%2fPXIRg5SJQuMWaVFxoI2utWYQROjXWyaZ9fUe%2bddCm1isejleV3APqdjmhaCkQ4FNrxJoh8MkRZlfDf412uxWI%2fIu6KTwdwflTKkmft6gTj%2bDYDmfd8VFc286063mmbWtwChoT6NHTu0xK1xgyu7O2gOKX%2bqONhI3ekvNPyhdLDAJB%2fpXjZD">The full agenda can be viewed here. </a></p> News Sat, 11 May 2024 03:47:05 +0000 Kelsey Penrose 130655 at https://carsonnow.org