archery
Carson City's Centennial archery facility to be named for internationally-renowned bow maker
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 08/15/2019 - 10:57amDuring Thursday’s Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting, a resolution was passed to rename the archery range at Centennial Park the “Tim Meigs Carson City Archery Range.”
Representatives of Carson City’s Clear Creek Bowmen archery club, along with the Parks and Recreation department, brought the resolution to the Board in an effort to honor Tim Meigs, a long-time Carson City citizen who was entered into the Archery Hall of Fame, and who has based his archery business out of the capital city for over sixty years.
Meteor watch party, outdoor jazz, family movie night and more Tuesday around Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/12/2019 - 5:40pmHeading into Tuesday, August 13, there's a galaxy of events lined up, beginning at midnight with a meteor shower watch party at WNC's Jack C. Davis Observatory. When the sun arrives there's fitness events, a book talk at the Nevada State Library and Archives, outdoor Carson City jazz festival happenings at Comma Coffee and Bob McFadden Plaza, family movie night at the library and more. Enjoy.
National Night Out, film classic at BAC, fitness events and more Tuesday around Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/05/2019 - 7:48pmHeading into Tuesday Aug. 6, which means the safest family celebration of the year at the 17th annual Carson City National Night Out. This is an event like no other, where agencies who work in areas of public health and safety gather at Mills Park to meet with Carson City residents. This event features 3 hours of information booths, games, demonstrations, food and fun. Also happening Tuesday is a free robotics mini-camp for kids in nearby Silver City, Reciprocity Inc. will host a fundraiser at Rustically Divine, there's the Culinary Traveler’s Club's Polynesian Paradise featured at Bleu Café; the Carson City Classic Cinema Club will feature a Sci-Fi favorite at the BAC, plus fitness outings and more. Hug your children. Enjoy.
Events around the Carson City area for Tuesday, July 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/29/2019 - 7:08pmWith a daytime high around 92 and plenty of sunshine, activities lined up around Carson City for Tuesday, July 30, feature a midnight meteor shower gathering at the Jack C. Davis Observatory, morning and evening hikes, a Capital City youth fall baseball meeting, a ladies bike ride, a Relay for Life fundraiser at Firehouse Subs, archery at Centennial Park, art showings and more. Enjoy.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, July 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/22/2019 - 6:51pmHeading into Tuesday, July 23, 2019 there's plenty of indoor and outdoor activities around Carson City, including a morning power walk and evening hike and bike ride, an Apollo lecture at the Nevada State Museum, high tech imaging demonstrations with NASA technology at the Carson City Library Digitorium, archery at Centennial Park, art showings and more. Enjoy.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, July 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/15/2019 - 7:05pmAs we head into Tuesday, July 16, 2019 we're reminded it's halfway through the month and time sure is flying as we celebrate our summertime favorite stops around the Carson City region. For Tuesday we have walks, hikes and bike rides, a Red Cross "be ready" presentation, Fat Tuesday Business Networking in Dayton, art classes, showings and more. Enjoy.
Take a walk, ride a bike, catch a classic film: Events around Carson City on Tuesday, July 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/01/2019 - 6:14pmAs we go forward and move ahead into Tuesday, July 2, 2019 we're looking at another sunny day, all the better as we prepare to celebrate Independence Day. Are you ready for July 4 fireworks at Mills Park? As a Tuesday warmup, get the heart pumping during Muscle Powered's three fitness outings. Plus there's art showings, hands-on science activities in Silver City, an evening archery shoot, a viewing of the 1953 film "From Here to Eternity" at the Brewery Arts Center hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club and more. Enjoy the day.
Day two of Epic Rides, Carson City Airport's Open House, and more: Events for Saturday, June 29
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 11:26pmGood morning Carson City, and happy Saturday! It'll be a bit warmer than yesterday with a high of 86 and a low of 51, and you can expect a bit of a breeze with 13 mph winds.
There's a lot going on today in our beautiful Capital City, with day two of Epic Rides, the Carson City Airport Open House and Wing Cook-off, the farmer's market, a youth expo, and more.
Bike race, airport open house, live reggae and more: Carson City stacked with all-ages weekend events
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/27/2019 - 5:50pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City area to help the next three days breeze by. There's a morning Muscle Powered walk, plus the Nevada State Museum will host 2 behind the scenes tours in natural history and anthropology. Plus, the fourth annual Carson City Off-Road kicks off its three-day event with a Capital 15 Fun Ride and Free Clunker Crit Ride. Heading into the evening, “Newsies” will take stage at the Carson City Community Center and you can sit under the stars and watch “The Little Rascals” at 8 p.m. during movie night at John Mankins Park.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, June 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 6:08pmAs we set our radar ahead to Tuesday, June 25, 2019, we say hello Carson City and welcome to a bevy of events ahead including activities for children of all ages, a Muscle Powered morning walk, evening hike and bike ride, a cyber security awareness workshop hosted by DeBug Computer, a job fair at the Carson Nugget, art showings, a delicious taste of France via Bleu Café Culinary Travelers Club and more. Read on for what's happening.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, June 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 7:13pmHeading into Tuesday, June 18, 2019 we're looking at continued warming around the region with a daytime high around 91. Temperatures are expected to actually lower toward the end of the week. Events around town Tuesday include a Muscle Powered walk, hike and bike ride, yoga, exercises for the mind and body hosted by the Carson City Emblem Club, political gatherings, art activities and more.
Free Nevada Outdoor Experience Youth Expo
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/15/2019 - 11:16amThe Nevada Outdoor Experience is co-sponsored by the Wild Sheep Foundation and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. The goal of the free event is to excite and inspire the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, June 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 7:55pmHello Carson City, is it getting warm enough yet? That's the question as we head into a forecast high Tuesday in the low 90s, give or take a few degrees. Don't sweat as our good friends at Muscle Powered have morning and evening walks and a bicycle ride happening before and after the heat sets in. Plus there's local talks about history, addiction and wellness; a yoga class for those with arthritis, a family viewing of the classic basketball fantasy movie "Space Jam" at the Carson City Library and a whole lot more. Scroll on and enjoy your day!
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, June 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/03/2019 - 9:21pmHello Carson City as we welcome Tuesday, June 4, 2019. Events and activities abound, from yoga, walks and a bike ride, to art showings and a jewelry making class. There's an exquisite paella and olive oil show at Bleu Café featuring world renown chef Don Pepe, and a viewing of the classic film "High Noon" with the legendary Gary Cooper at the Brewery Arts Center. Be sure to take some time out of your busy day to enjoy the capital city's great indoor and outdoor activities. Here's what's happening.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, May 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/27/2019 - 7:55pmHello Carson City and a warm welcome back from the Memorial Day weekend. Heading into Tuesday, May 28, 2019 there's sunshine in our midst or so says weather forecasters. We're looking at highs in the upper 60s. On tap for the day we have morning and evening walks, a bicycle ride for ladies, an archery shoot at Centennial Park, a Tip-A-Cop fundraiser in Gardnerville to support Special Olympics, a meeting of the Carson City school board and more.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, May 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2019 - 10:06pmAs we head into Tuesday, May 21, 2019 there seems to be some debate brewing about the weather. Is the persistent series of cold weather systems normal or not? We spoke with a forecaster from the National Weather Service about it and he noted that everyone has an opinion. Some folks swear this happens every Spring, storm after relentless storm through the entire month of May. Some swear the month of May in western Nevada is usually sunny, in the upper 70s to low 80s and comfortable. Whichever you believe, go with it and enjoy. Here's what's ahead Tuesday:
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, May 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/13/2019 - 6:34pmOne of the great things about our high desert climate is is how quickly conditions can change. Heading into Tuesday we're looking at breezy conditions and sunny skies, with a shift in the weather Wednesday. But for now, let's enjoy Tuesday, May 14, with indoor and outdoor activities including three separate Muscle Powered hosted events, an archery shoot, Big Band Jazz at Living the Good Life and more. Read on.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, May 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 7:53pmHeading into Tuesday, May 7, 2019 we are looking at another picture perfect day for a morning or evening stroll with Carson City's own Muscle Powered and a bevy of events, including a chamber digital marketing workshop, Polka Dot Powerhouse Carson City Chapter meeting and open house, family movie and craft night at the Carson City Library, a filmmaking discussion followed by a showing of the classic "12 Angry Men" at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall and more. Enjoy.
May the fourth be with you, and with bicycle safety. Events and happenings for Sat. May 4
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/04/2019 - 7:57amGood morning Carson City, and happy weekend! We've got a warm day ahead with highs of 76 degrees! Today on the docket is the early farmer's market, a Mother's Day craft fair, the grand reopening of the second wind thrift store, and more!
Here's what's happening Saturday:
Events around Carson City for Friday, May 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/02/2019 - 10:08pmWhat a week it was Carson City, and it isn't even over yet. Heading into Friday, May 3, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and temperatures in the low 70s. There's a host of activities Friday and, looking ahead, a bevy of fun Saturday including a Mother's Day craft fair at the Carson City Community Center, a Star Wars themed bicycle safety day, a wine, cheese and dessert ride aboard the V&T, an early opening of the downtown farmer's market, the May Downtown Carson City Wine Walk, a memorial walk, presentations, comedy, live music and more. Enjoy.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, April 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/29/2019 - 6:53pmHello Carson City as we prepare to welcome Tuesday, April 30, 2019, with a blast of cold air and chance for valley rain and Sierra snow. The good news is the weather change is short-lived and should be out of here by Wednesday afternoon. Looking ahead for Tuesday, we've got a morning power walk and afternoon hike, an archery shoot, art showings and more.
Events around Carson City for Sunday, April 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 04/27/2019 - 7:47pmHello Carson City. We're heading into Sunday, April 28, 2019 with another fabulous Spring day ahead with highs in the low 70s. Events lined up include a cancer center benefit bow shoot hosted by Clear Creek Bowmen, a Muscle Powered bike ride, a Bee City USA Earth Week presentation, an open house at the Wungnema House in Mills Park, a Carson City Symphony concert and more. Enjoy your day.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, April 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/22/2019 - 8:58pmHello Carson City. Are you ready for Tuesday, April 23, 2019? Prepare for continued sunny skies with highs in the low 70s. Looking ahead there's plenty to do, see and explore including morning and evening hikes, art and library presentations, a classic movie showing, live music and more. Read on.
Clear Creek Bowmen Cancer Shoot
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 2:02pmThe Clear Creek Bowmen Cancer Shoot is happening again on Sunday, April 28 at the Centennial Park Archery Range in Carson City. There will be 35 3-D targets at unmarked yardages. Registration starts at 8 a.m. Shoot starts at 9 a.m.
Entry fees:
Adults: $20
Couple: $30
Family: $35
Young Adult (15-17-years-old) $10
Youth (12-14-years-old) $5
Cubs (11 and under) Free
What's happening around Carson City for Tuesday, April 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/16/2019 - 7:55amHere we go, Carson City, it is Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Another mixed bag of weather around the capital city today, with mostly cloudy skies and a few showers in the morning and then mostly sunny later in the afternoon with daytime highs in the upper 50s. Not bad for a spring day.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, April 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/09/2019 - 5:47amHello Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, April 9, 2018. Today will be a mixed bag weather wise, featuring showers, gusty conditions, sunshine and much cooler temperatures. In other words, it looks and feels a lot like spring. Meanwhile, we've got a full plate of activities around town. Read on for more.
Family Fun Day at Sunridge Golf and Recreations
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/04/2019 - 3:14pmSunridge Golf and Recreations is having a grand reopening party on Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We would like to welcome the community to join us at the course for a family-friendly day of fun.
Come check out all of the work we've been doing over the winter including our clubhouse upgrades, new 3000square foot event tent, and outdoor archery range.
We will have facility tours, door prizes, membership specials, food trucks, try archery classes, face painting, bounce houses, and music all day long.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, April 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 6:58amGood morning Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, April 2, 2019. We're looking at a steady flow of showers today, according to the National Weather Service with snow in the upper elevations of the Sierra. There is a Winter Weather Advisory until midnight for the west slope of the Sierra. Today in town we have events that range from a Carson High School team fundraiser to movies to politics to fitness. Enjoy your day.
Tuesday night archery shoots return to Carson City's Centennial Park Archery Range
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/31/2019 - 5:14pmEvery Tuesday evening, 5:30 to dusk, the Clear Creek Bowmen host its Tuesday Night Archery Shoots at the Centennial Park Archery Range in Carson City.
NDOW to host 10th Archery in the Schools Program State Tournament Feb. 8
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 02/05/2019 - 9:48amImagine a line of nearly 200 youthful archers all releasing their arrows toward down-range targets at the same time. In 12 minutes, those archers will shoot a total of 6,000 arrows in one of three flights that will comprise the 2019 annual Nevada National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) State Tournament.