outdoor
Guided snowshoe hikes with a ranger begin Saturday on the Carson Ranger District
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 11:51amCARSON CITY — The Carson Ranger District on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is pleased to announce the return of the popular Forest Ranger-led snowshoe walks. The walks begin this Saturday, Jan. 25, and will be offered every Saturday through March 28.
Colin Robertson picked to lead new Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/23/2020 - 11:57amThe Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced Thursday the appointment of Colin Robertson as its first Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation administrator.
Carson City Events and Happenings for Saturday, Jan. 18
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/18/2020 - 12:12amHappy Saturday Carson City! I hope you’ve all been driving safely on the icy roads, and I also hope you enjoyed the bit of sun we got yesterday! It’ll be another beautiful winter day, and say goodbye to the snow in the next few days because highs will be around 50 degrees for the next week.
We’ve got a ton of great events going on today and tomorrow, so check below to see what’s happening!
Greenhouse Project dinner fundraiser, comedy, live music and more: Carson City region readies for upcoming weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 7:34pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. The Union will host a dining fundraiser for the Greenhouse Project on Friday, and artist Jakota Wass performs at Bella Vita Bistro. The 43rd annual Wild Sheep Show will be held at the Reno-Sparks Convention. Comedian Marc Yaffee headlines the Carson Comedy Club on Saturday with much more in store for the weekend! Read on for more information.
High Wind Warning tonight through Tuesday for Carson City region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 11:58amA weather system moving into the region will bring strong gusty winds, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a High Wind Warning from 10 p.m. Monday through 1 p.m. Tuesday for the greater Reno, Carson City, Carson Valley, and Dayton areas as well as the Mono County region.
Free fitness and outdoor adventures available for young people living with cancer, MS
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/09/2020 - 8:53amFirst Descents is piloting in 2020 a monthly meetups program in northern Nevada. The program will provide 11 life-changing outdoor and outdoor-related adventures this year free of cost to local young adults impacted by cancer and other serious health conditions.
Wild Sheep Show: Largest conservation, mountain hunting convention in Reno Jan. 16-19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/06/2020 - 10:30amThe Wild Sheep Foundation will host its 43rd annual Convention and Sporting Expo, known as "The Sheep Show,” Jan. 16-19 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center and the Peppermill Resort Spa & Casino.
New events center, potential casino sale could boost prospects for South Tahoe market
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/04/2020 - 5:37pmSTATELINE — Mont Bleu, a resort that has gone by three names and had five owners in 41 years, is playing a central role in the future of the South Lake Tahoe gaming market.
Eldorado Resorts CEO Thomas Reeg said the Reno-based company will need to sell at least one of the three casinos it will own in Tahoe once a $17.3 billion merger/buyout of Caesars Entertainment is completed early next year.
Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range Closed January 3-17 for Maintenance
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/04/2020 - 12:40pmThe Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range will be closed from January 3-17, 2020, for lead reclamation operations. For safety reasons, all shooting activities, including reservations and public use, are canceled during construction.
Lead reclamation is an important environmental best practice for outdoor shooting ranges and is recommended by the National Rifle Association and the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
Legendary Country Rock Band I See Hawks in LA to Play at Historic Silver City Schoolhouse
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/29/2019 - 1:37pmI See Hawks in L.A., “The house band for the hippy diaspora," to play exclusive Northern Nevada show January 11, 2020 at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse Saturday, Jan. 11.
Wilderness First Aid
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 3:21pmDesigned for outdoor enthusiasts, scouts and scout leaders, and anyone who works or spends time in remote environments, this course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away. Seniors get a 15% discount! Any questions? Call us at 775-445-4210 or e-mail us at conted@wnc.edu.
Register here: https://www.campusce.net/wnc/Course/Course.aspx?c=115
South Carson Street project design finished, bidding process to begin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 3:15pmThe South Carson Street project design is complete. The project team is pleased to announce the completion of the project design after nearly a year of design progression since the initial public kick-off meeting on December 11, 2018. During the design phase, the project team has conducted over 20 public meetings to gather useful feedback on various project features.
Kenny Chesney, Michael Franti to play Tahoe on July 2-3
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 3:04pmKenny Chesney fans comprise the No Shoes Nation, and then there is Michael Franti, who always performs barefoot onstage. Both sides will converge at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harveys on Thursday and Friday, July 2 and 3.
Nevada Arts Council announces 2020 grant awards for artists
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/16/2019 - 2:21pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Arts Council announced the awarding of $22,639.60 in statewide grants to support individual artists in the production and presentation of artistic projects that will occur between Jan. 1 and June 30, 2020.
Bridgeport Winter Recreation Area open to snowmobiling beginning Monday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/15/2019 - 10:18amThe Bridgeport Winter Recreation Area on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Bridgeport Ranger District will open for snowmobiling starting at midnight on Monday, Dec 16.
Charlie Daniels, Tanya Tucker headed to Carson Valley Inn
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 7:48pmThe devil may have gone down to Georgia, but the Charlie Daniels Band is coming to Carson Valley Inn next summer. And so is Tanya Tucker.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 5
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 7:07pmThe days keep moving along, ever closer to the weekend and huge helpings of Christmas holiday activities. Thursday events around the capital city include a meeting of the Board of Supervisors, an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered, a meeting with the developer of the proposed Andersen Ranch, a presentation: "Feathers and Furs of the Carson Valley" at the River Fork Ranch, an "End to Prohibition Party" at Gather restaurant, and more.
Feathers and Furs of the Carson Valley: a program about the wildlife of western Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/03/2019 - 4:50pmJoin local outdoor and birding enthusiasts for a informative programs on the lives of five local Owls by Rob Lowry and Corvids (Jays, Magpies, Crows/Ravens and Nutcrackers) by Jim Woods.
Both presenters will also discuss the National Audubon Christmas Bird Counts: Dec.15 or Carson City and January 5th for Minden.
Lake Tahoe's Heavenly ski resort now open, Kirkwood and Northstar on Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/27/2019 - 10:41amHeavenly Mountain Resort at Lake Tahoe welcomed skiers and boarders to the slopes Wednesday morning with 11 inches of new snow on the ground, launching the 2019-20 winter season.
New program manager hired for Nevada Conservation Districts
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/26/2019 - 7:17amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is excited to announce that Zachary Ormsby has been hired as the new Program Manager for the Nevada Conservation Districts Program. As NCDP’s Program Manager, Ormsby will work with Nevada’s 28 conservation districts to help advance natural resource conservation and management throughout the State’s diverse rural and urban landscapes.
Carson City among 25 finalists for Levitt AMP music series grant, winners to be announced Dec. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/21/2019 - 9:18amThe votes have been counted and Carson City was picked among 25 finalists competing for a Levitt AMP grant proposal, submitted by the Brewery Arts Center, for its popular free summer concert music series. Winners will be announced Dec. 20, according to an announcement Thursday morning.
Deadline Wednesday to vote for return of Levitt AMP Carson City summer concert series
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/19/2019 - 9:58amThis Wednesday, Nov. 20 is the last day to vote support for a Levitt AMP Foundation matching grant that would ensure the return of the Brewery Arts Center's 10-week free, live outdoor music series to Carson City in the summer of 2020.
Nevada Assemblywoman appointed as first administrator of state's Division of Outdoor Recreation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/18/2019 - 2:40pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources on Monday announced the appointment of Heidi Swank as the inaugural Administrator for NDCNR’s new Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation.
Holiday Inn Club Vacations takes ownership of The Ridge Resorts at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 1:52pmHoliday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated, a national vacation ownership company, announced Monday the acquisition of The Ridge Resorts, a multi-faceted 11-acre timeshare property with 378 units located in Stateline, Nev. above Lake Tahoe.
Carson City Classic Cinema Club rallies for kids by bringing 'Golden Age' films to community
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 9:20amFor the past five years the Carson City Classic Cinema Club has been showing the great 'Golden Age of Hollywood' films to local moviegoers as a way to promote art education in the community. The club's founder notes its acceptance thus far has been slow going but, so far, successful.
Carson Tahoe Health, Rotary of Carson City celebrate Labyrinth anniversary and partnership
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 8:57amWednesday marks 13 years since the opening of the outdoor Labyrinth located at the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center. The unique space was made possible through a generous donation from the Rotary Club of Carson City.
In 2006, under the leadership of past president Rafael Cappucci, the Rotary Club contributed $75,000 to build the Labyrinth, and gave another $200,000 in support of the Cancer Center project over a four-year period.
Voting now underway for Levitt AMP grant to return Carson City summer concert series
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 5:53pmThe Brewery Arts Center is back in the running to bring a 10 week free, live music series to Carson City next June 6 through August 15, 2020.
Sponsored by the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation, a national foundation dedicated to strengthening the social fabric of America through free live music, Brewery Arts Center hopes to qualify, once again, as one of the Top 25 finalists competing for a 2020 Levitt AMP Your City Grant Award.
Fine art show’s 25th anniversary highlights Carson City, Carson Valley artists
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 5:38pmArtists from Carson City, Minden and Gardnerville will be featured at the 25th annual Northern Nevada Artisan Show and Sale this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1-2 in Reno.
The event’s 25th anniversary will be dedicated to the memory of Jim McCormick, UNR Art Department chair, artist, curator and one of the founders of the show. Admission is free.
Silver State Musings: Why Home Means Nevada to me
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 8:39pmImpressions. They are what we remember about people, places or things that come into and out of our lives.
Nevada joins 16 states promoting outdoor recreation, environmental stewardship
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 11:23amIt’s official. On Thursday, Nevada joined the “Confluence of States,” a coalition of 16 bipartisan states centered on a set of shared principles, common values, and best practices surrounding outdoor recreation and conservation.