Carson City Park Ranger-led programs in November feature outdoor safety day, galaxy talk
Every month the Carson City Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, events, and exciting adventures. All programs are offered for free and take place in one of the many Carson City parks and open space areas.
Online Registration is often required so Park Rangers have a proper head count.
All programs are subject to cancellation due to Park Ranger availability; registered participants will be notified. You can find more information about each program here.
JR Ranger Outdoor Safety and Leave No Trace
Grab your Adventure Guides and join a Carson City Park Ranger for this important Junior Ranger activity! You'll work through pages 3-5 with a Park Ranger while hiking the Riverview Park area. Learn about necessary outdoor safety tips and the 7 Leave No Trace Principles. Also stop at the picturesque Carson River.
The hike will be about 2 miles total over flat terrain. The trail is considered "Easy" according to the IMBA trail rating system. Bring all hiking essentials including closed-toe shoes and layers.
Date: Nov. 4, 2023
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Riverview Park located at the East end of 5th Street and Marsh Rd.
Need to Know:
- Registration is not required, but recommended here.
- Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Dogs are allowed, but must remain on a six-foot leash
- Adventure Guides will be provided free of cost. Bring yours if you already have one!
Galaxy Talk
Join the Carson City Park Rangers and Dr. Thomas Herring, Professor of Physics at WNC, for a star gazing event at Silver Saddle Ranch. Telescopes will be set up around the Red House area and staff will be around to instruct on our solar system, the Milky Way Galaxy and much more!
Stop by anytime between 6 to 7 p.m. and remember to bring your questions and layers. NOTE: This program is weather dependent as clouds will block the view of stars and may be cancelled.
Date: Nov. 17, 2023
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Silver Saddle Ranch
Need to Know:
- Online registration is not required
- Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Dogs must be on a six-foot leash