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Wildlife awareness presentation Tuesday at Spooner Lake State Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/06/2018 - 11:55amLAKE TAHOE, Nev. — Learn how to handle wildlife encounters, whether it be while camping, hiking or in your own backyard. Join the Nevada Department of Wildlife’s Urban Wildlife Coordinator for a lesson on what to do and how to react to wild animals; from raccoons and coyotes to bears and mountain lions.
Free fishing day this Saturday coincides with Discover Nevada State Parks Day
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/05/2018 - 9:30amThe Nevada Department of Wildlife's annual Free Fishing Day is this Saturday, June 9. Anglers may fish in any public water throughout the Silver State without a fishing license. All limits and other regulations apply.
John Bullis column: Engineer’s music business expenses partially allowed
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/31/2018 - 3:13pmAaron K. Nicholson found his engineering work to be stressful, so he started a music business. He produced two full length albums in 2013 and 2014. He tried to sell the albums on the internet.
Forest Service urges safety first when recreating this Memorial Day weekend
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/25/2018 - 11:10amIt is time to gather up the family and gear and head to your favorite recreation spot. Memorial Day weekend is the kick off for the summer, and traditionally it is a very busy weekend on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Forest visitors can enjoy biking, camping, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, picnicking, and many more recreations activities this summer.
Mac the Naw: Memorial weekend family fishing adventures last a lifetime
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/18/2018 - 8:37amHello fellow anglers, We are only a week away from Memorial weekend, which means anglers will be everywhere enjoying the beautiful Sierra. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Nevada Department of Wildlife will be planting our surrounding lakes, ponds and rivers with trout.
Mac the Naw: Kids fishing event Saturday in Carson City, next month in Gardnerville and Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/03/2018 - 1:16pmHello fellow anglers, I can't tell you how exciting this time of year is. Many of the local rivers have opened for fishing, the higher lakes are thawing and local kids fishing events are taking shape.
Nevada Outdoor Experience 2018 youth event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/21/2018 - 6:17amThe Nevada Outdoor Experience is a free family event designed to excite and inspire youth and their families to get outdoors, find some neat hobbies, and have fun!
Citizen directs message to person who left abandoned camp fire off Goni Road
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/20/2018 - 6:48amEditor's Note: Carson Now asks its readers to use their real name with submissions. We received this submission today from "a concerned citizen." Because of what they found, and the fact that Nevada is generally always in a state of fire danger, we thought we'd let this one slide.
Camping season is upon us, and the weather is getting nice. It's that time of year when people like to get out and have a good time in the great outdoors camping, four-wheeling, hiking etc. It's fun to enjoy our open spaces.
Just remember, it's important to be responsible while we're all living it up outside.
Mac the Naw: 2018 California fishing opener a week away
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/20/2018 - 6:01amHello fellow anglers, we have a little over a week until the 2018 California opening fishing season, which begins April 28. As a reminder, check your regulation book for any waters you plan to fish. Some may have limit and bait changes, while some do not open until a later date.
Carson City public works, emergency managers prepare for arriving storm
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/20/2018 - 6:17pmCarson City emergency managers and the public works department posted a short video Tuesday in preparation of a storm expected to arrive beginning Wednesday, March 21.
Nevada receives $1 million federal grant to open new Walker River Park
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/07/2018 - 1:51pmMASON VALLEY — Nevada Division of State Parks is the recipient of a $1 million federal grant award through the National Park Service’s Land and Water Conservation Fund to develop Nevada's newest state park, the Walker River State Recreation Area.
Mac the Naw: Ice fishing at Red Lake, Mason Valley opens for season
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/15/2018 - 10:16pmHello fellow anglers, we now have another area in Nevada that is open to fishing. On Feb. 9, the Mason Valley Wildlife management area opened for the season.
Senator Square: Carson High School Digital Media Class launches new webpage
Submitted by editor on Sun, 02/11/2018 - 5:25amThe Community of Carson City, and anyone in the world with access to the internet, now has an opportunity to visit CHS. Carson High School’s new Digital Media class launched their Senators Now webpage Feb. 1.
Storey and Lyon Community Coalition meets this Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/06/2018 - 2:17pmSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — The public is invited to the monthly breakfast meeting of the Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties on Thursday, Feb. 8, 9 a.m. at the Silver Springs Community Center. Each month the private nonprofit convenes for a meeting featuring guest speakers and ongoing planning on issues impacting the region.
Pine Nut Mountain Trail Association receives state off-highway vehicle program grant
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/05/2018 - 4:32pmThe Pine Nut Mountains Trail Association is pleased to announced that it is a grant recipient from the 2018 Nevada Off–Highway Vehicle Registration Program for use in supporting numerous clean up events.
Mac the Naw: Topaz opener brings lots of catches, large mackinaws being caught at Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Sat, 01/13/2018 - 4:53amHello fellow anglers, welcome to the new year and may it bring you tighter lines. I can truly say the Topaz Lake fishing derby is off to a very good start.
Mac the Naw: Topaz fishing opener Jan. 1 brings cash prizes and slot play for big catches
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/27/2017 - 1:41pmHello fellow anglers, it is that time of year to celebrate the new year and the Topaz Lake opening day fishing season. On Monday, Jan. 1, 2018 at precisely 6:46 a.m. will be the official starting time for anglers to begin fishing on Topaz Lake.
Seniors sought for National Youth Science Camp honors
Submitted by editor on Tue, 12/19/2017 - 10:00amCARSON CITY, Nev. – A Nevada Department of Education Committee will select two Nevada high school seniors to participate in the National Youth Science Camp that will include hands-on research projects presented by scientists from across the nation, overnight camping trips into the Monongahela National Forest and a visit to Washington D.C.
Fall brings heightened bear activity around western Nevada and Sierra
Submitted by editor on Tue, 10/03/2017 - 12:54pmFall is the time of year for increased bear foraging activity and more human and bear encounters are possible, according to wildlife officials in Nevada and California.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Sept. 30 – Oct. 1
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 09/29/2017 - 8:11pmWith all the motorcycles on the road, you may be looking for some peace and quiet. Luckily, it’s fee-free day at all of the Nevada State Parks. Load up the kids, pack a picnic, at head to the great outdoors. Don’t miss out on the last-of-the-season Farmers Market at Third and Curry, stock up on local honey and load your basket with yummy stuff. Oktoberfest takes over the McFadden Plaza at 3 p.m. Bavarian and German beers, authentic food, and live music await. Keep reading for everything the area has to offer.
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Mac the Naw: Fall fishing in the Sierra has arrived, cold nights if you're tent camping
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/29/2017 - 2:10pmHello fellow anglers, fall has fallen and brought the down the temperatures with it. Last week camping with the Ness family, we hit a whopping low of 24 degrees one night. That is hardcore camping when you are in a tent. For those that want to get in a few last camping trips, you have better hurry up.
Governor Sandoval proclaims Saturday Public Lands Day; free access to all Nevada State Parks
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/29/2017 - 12:25pmGov. Brian Sandoval has signed a proclamation declaring this Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017 as Nevada’s inaugural “Public Lands Day.” Nevada residents and visitors are invited to celebrate with a “fee-free” day at all Nevada’s State Parks. Fees, including entrance, camping, and boating will be waived at state parks throughout Nevada.
Nevada State Parks will be 'fee-free' in honor of Nevada Public Lands Day
Submitted by editor on Wed, 09/20/2017 - 4:33pmNevada residents and visitors are invited to celebrate Nevada Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 30, with a “fee-free” day at Nevada’s State Parks. Park fees, including entrance, camping on Saturday night, and boating, where applicable, will be waived at state parks throughout Nevada.
Mac the Naw: Fishing strong at Sierra lakes; Heenan opens Sept. 1, plus adventures in Oregon
Submitted by editor on Thu, 08/24/2017 - 2:04pmHello fellow anglers, I have been away for a couple weeks fishing in Oregon and northern California. Oh did we get into some nice fish, which I will give you the full story at the end of this report.
Carson City area weather: Chance of thunderstorms, potential for flash flooding this weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/18/2017 - 11:15amA low pressure system off the coast of southern California will bring air instability and moisture to western Nevada and the Eastern Sierra through the weekend and into next week creating the potential for thunderstorm activity, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
Friday, Aug. 18: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/18/2017 - 6:44amLet's kick off the weekend with a street party, or two. The HopeFest Concert at the Carson Tahoe Medical Center is a family friendly celebration. Grab something from a food truck, enter their raffle, and get your groove on. The music doesn't stop when the sun goes down though. You've got your choice of Deception at Living the Good Life, or Mentally Spent on the Third Street Stage in McFadden Plaza. Douglas County has Summerfest in Minden Park: live music, yummy eats, and a come-as-you-are car show sure to get Carson Valley hoppin.
Homelessness in Our Cities
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/16/2017 - 6:06amRecently, James went to Portland, Oregon for a concert and to celebrate his 17th wedding anniversary with his lovely wife, Vicki.
One of the first things he noticed driving around the area was the traffic nightmare. After one miserable attempt to drive eight miles in an hour, it was time to put the car away and rely on public transportation. It was clean, on schedule, and very reasonable at five dollars per person for unlimited rides.
Dutch oven cooking demonstration this Sunday at Mormon Station State Park
Submitted by editor on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 8:51amGENOA, Nev. – Join Park Rangers at Mormon Station State Park for a special breakfast Dutch oven cooking demonstration. Rangers will be cooking up a breakfast casserole and a bacon bomb, all while explaining the basics of Dutch oven cooking.
Mac the Naw dishes on the heat, sunstroke, hydrating and the best times to fish
Submitted by editor on Thu, 08/03/2017 - 12:50pmHello fellow anglers, is it hot enough for you? Recently it has felt like the line from that Mark Chesnutt country song, where he sings "It's Too Hot to Fish."
Nevada State Lands accepts deed making Walker River State Recreation Area an official park
Submitted by editor on Sun, 07/23/2017 - 10:41amYERINGTON, Nev. – The creation of a new Nevada State Park, known as the Walker River State Recreation Area is official. on Wednesday, July 19, the Nevada Division of State Lands accepted the gift deeds facilitated by the Walker Basin Conservancy, and will assign the donated property to the Nevada Division of State Parks for the development and management of the new park along the East Walker River in Lyon and Mineral counties.