Nevada Landscape
Halloween fun, 'reverse parade' and film festival, competitions highlight Nevada Day weekend around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 7:42pmHeading into the final weekend of October, Halloween and Nevada Day events will keep revelers busy through Sunday making for a jam packed weekend of fun for families and grownups around the Carson City region.
5 Questions for artists Adrian Landon and Morgan Craig of Carson City's Summer Artist Lecture Series
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 07/24/2019 - 9:12amThis Thursday, July 25, the second Free Artist Lecture for the Carson City Artist Lecture Series will take place at the Brick (The Community Development Building) located at 108 E. Proctor Street. This lecture will feature three artists in two lectures: Morgan Craig of Philadelphia, Adrian Landon and Ewelina Bochenska of New York, who will be presenting together.
Local artist show ends at State Assembly Building
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 9:39amThe photography exhibit of Melody Hoover, at the Nevada State Assembly Building, is ending with the close of the 2019 Legislature Session. The fourteen framed photographs are of Nevada Landscape and will be shown at the Nevada Artist Association Art Gallery, on a rotating basis, starting June 1.
Saturday's Levitt AMP Carson City concert series features double bill of local, national musicians
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 4:11pmThe Brewery Arts Center continues an unforgettable season of free music under the stars in Carson City. With 8 concerts to go all summer, grab your family, friends and neighbors and get ready to head on down to Carson City and Brewery Arts Center for Levitt AMP Carson City presented by The Change Companies.
Carson Valley's Lampe Ranch added to National Register of Historic Places
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 04/21/2018 - 8:42amThe National Park Service (NPS) has listed the Wilhelm Lampe Ranch in Gardnerville in the National Register of Historic Places.
Carson City exhibit features Las Vegas artist Bobbie Ann Howell
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/17/2018 - 8:21amArtist Bobbie Ann Howell grew up in picturesque Lee Canyon, a small community nestled in the Spring Mountains northwest of Las Vegas.
Nevada Division of Forestry revitalizes early miner Nevada tradition: Charcoal production
Submitted by editor on Sat, 12/26/2015 - 2:34pmEarly Nevada miners historically used charcoal as a fuel source to smelt less valuable ore to extract silver and gold. Located near mining districts throughout the state, charcoal ovens were utilized to optimize the charcoal conversion process.
Nevada wildlife department names biologist Clint Garrett employee of the year
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/23/2015 - 3:53pmHabitat Division biologist Clint Garrett was recently named the winner of the Ted C. Frantz Employee of the Year award for the Nevada Department of Wildlife.
The honor is to recognize significant achievements during the previous year toward the mission of the agency or the conservation, management, enhancement of wildlife in Nevada that are clearly above and beyond his or her normal duties. While “above and beyond” is in the description of the award, it doesn’t seem to cover what Garrett was able to accomplish.
Polar Express aboard V&T sells out for fifth season; other holiday train options available
Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/25/2015 - 12:23pmThe Polar Express on the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad has sold out for the fifth consecutive year, with more than 15,000 passengers securing rides to the North Pole.
A wait list sign-up is available online here that could offer a last chance to ride the Polar Express in 2015. Tickets for next year’s holiday train go on sale in August 2016.
Chamber of Commerce unveils local artist, St. Clair's metal sculpture
Submitted by Rachel Spacek on Sat, 05/23/2015 - 2:57pmA local metal artist, Robbie St. Clair unveiled his six-foot metal sculpture of two mustangs rearing. The Carson City Chamber commissioned St. Clair to create the piece of uniquely Nevada art.
Continuing in the vein of placing public art in public places such as that placed along the I-580 corridor as part of the freeway construction, St. Clair’s mustang sculpture was unveiled and dedicated Saturday.
St. Clair began to pursue metal 10 years ago when he found himself wanting to create art that was tangible. He began to construct signs and started taking art classes.
Carson City Chamber to unveil public art by StClair on Saturday
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/20/2015 - 10:51amContinuing in the vein of placing public art in public places such as that placed along the I-580 corridor as part of the freeway construction, the Carson City Chamber has commissioned local metal artist Robbie StClair to create a piece of uniquely Nevada art to be unveiled and dedicated this Saturday, May 23 at noon in front of the Chamber building located at 1900 S. Carson Street within the complex of the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
Carson City Chamber to unveil public art by StClair this Saturday
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/20/2015 - 10:20amContinuing in the vein of placing public art in public places such as that placed along the I-580 corridor as part of the freeway construction, the Carson City Chamber has commissioned local metal artist Robbie StClair to create a piece of uniquely Nevada art to be unveiled and dedicated this Saturday, May 23 at noon in front of the Chamber building located at 1900 S. Carson Street within the complex of the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
Travel Nevada tourism officials honor top rural visitor supporters at statewide conference
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/17/2015 - 11:48amThe Nevada Division of Tourism, also known as TravelNevada, recognized outstanding members of the state’s rural tourism industry Thursday, April 16 at the VolunTourism Awards dinner at the Carson Valley Inn. The annual event was part of the state’s 25th Rural Roundup tourism conference.
Nevada Landscape Association offers Reno conference to encourage best management practices
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/20/2014 - 11:24amThe Nevada Landscape Association Annual Conference and Trade Show, co-sponsored by the Nevada Department of Agriculture, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and City of Reno Urban Forestry Commission, will be held on Wednesday February 4, 2015 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center.
Living With Fire program introduces new group to help reduce wildfire threat
Submitted by editor on Mon, 11/10/2014 - 9:18amUniversity of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Living With Fire Program introduced The Nevada Network of Fire Adapted Communities, or The Network, through The Network’s inaugural conference Friday, Oct. 24.
There were 80 Nevadans from 10 counties in attendance representing many stakeholders in Nevada’s wildland-urban interface fire issue, including members of wildfire-prone communities; local fire service representatives; local, state and federal agencies; and landscape partners.
Tickets going fast for Carson City Polar Express holiday train
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/08/2014 - 12:47pmLess than two months from departure, tickets aboard the 2014 Polar Express train are on the fast track countdown, with 60 percent of the coach seats and 91 percent of the VIP Parlor Car seats sold. Even with the addition of more trips and passenger cars, the month-long event has consistently sold out since debuting four years ago and is expected to draw record numbers again this holiday season.
'Home means Nevada' to Reno Philharmonic: Classix Two celebrates Nevada's 150th Birthday
Submitted by editor on Wed, 09/10/2014 - 11:29amThe Reno Philharmonic Association celebrates Nevada's sesquicentennial with a Nevada 150th signature event dedicating the entire performance to the state during its Classix Two concert set for Oct. 11, 12 and 14, 2014 at the Pioneer Center for Performing Arts, Reno, Nev. This milestone performance marks the first full orchestral and choral arrangement of the state’s song, "Home Means Nevada."
Polar Express 2014 tickets aboard the historic V&T Railroad now on sale
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/21/2014 - 12:22pmTickets for the 2014 season of the Polar Express aboard the historic Virginia and Truckee Railroad are now on sale. The perennial holiday favorite all-ages train ride from the frosty Northern Nevada landscape to the North Pole, will run from Nov. 20 to Dec. 22. The hour long V&T diesel train ride includes a keepsake silver bell, hot chocolate and cookies, entertainment and a reading of The Polar Express.
Nevada wildlife wardens respond to 20 bear calls in July
Submitted by editor on Fri, 08/01/2014 - 3:13pmThe month of July ended with the Nevada Department of Wildlife dealing with 20 black bears in the 31 days.
“That is a faster than normal pace,” says NDOW biologist Carl Lackey, “but it is really the calm before the storm with potential nuisance bear activity in western Nevada. This is the time of year that the bears expand their search for food and during that search bears and the activities of people often come in to conflict. August, September and October should be very busy with our bears.”
Wild West Murder Mystery theater train and barbecue aboard historic V&T July 18 and Aug. 15
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/03/2014 - 2:01pmHijinks on the Comstock with a twist comes to Carson City this summer with "Where is the Gold?" a Wild West melodrama and murder mystery dinner set aboard a vintage Virginia and Truckee Railroad steam engine train, July 18 and August 15.
"Where is the Gold?" produced by the Brewery Arts Center will entertain with plenty of Comstock legend and lore intertwined with spellbinding whodunit mystery. The audience will be invited to help the cast of characters solve the mystery of who stole the gold, and who is responsible for the death of Mr. Big.
Family Fun Saturday at the Nevada State Museum: Exploring Topographical Maps and Fremont
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/05/2014 - 3:29pmLooking for a fun, educational activity to enrich your Saturday? Discover Family Fun Saturdays at the Nevada State Museum.
Saturday, May 17 features Exploring Topographical Maps and the Fremont exhibit, from 10 am - 3 pm for ages ten and up. Discover how to read a topo map to plan hikes, understand the flow of water, and appreciate the rugged Nevada landscape; construct a hill using contour layers and learn how to read a compass.
Nevada's Cooperative Extension to test large-scale production, use of biochar in Eureka County
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/16/2013 - 1:20pmRENO, Nev. – University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, with other partners, is embarking on a large-scale three-year project to find more efficient ways to increase water conservation and plant growth, and decrease the release of fossil fuel in the Great Basin.
Polar Express holiday train aboard V&T Railroad sells-out third straight year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/07/2013 - 11:29amIt’s a proven hot ticket to catch a ride from Carson City to the North Pole. For the third year, The Polar Express train aboard the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad has sold out. More than 16,000 passengers secured tickets on the Christmas season-flavored, children's story-inspired holiday passenger train.
Even with the addition of 18 more trains representing 6,500 seats over last year’s 10,000-plus capacity, a 66 percent increase, the train’s popularity continues to grow, V&T officials note.
Polar Express tickets aboard V&T Railroad going fast, seats on four dates remain
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/31/2013 - 2:50pmWith the holiday season just weeks away, THE POLAR EXPRESS train is cannonballing down the fast track, with nearly all tickets aboard the historic Virginia and Truckee Railroad sold out.
Area artists work on display at the Carson City Business Resource Innovation Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/11/2013 - 12:56amThe Capital City Arts Initiative opened its exhibition, BRIC Art 4, with artwork by eight area artists at the Carson City Business Resource Innovation Center on Wednesday. The exhibition will remain at the BRIC through early September 2014.
CCAI BRIC Art 4 Exhibition
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/04/2013 - 8:07pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, BRIC Art 4, with artwork by eight area artists at the City’s Business Resource Innovation Center [BRIC]. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Wednesday, October 9, from 5 - 7pm. The BRIC is located at 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. The exhibition and reception are free and the public is cordially invited. The exhibition will remain at the BRIC through early September 2014.
Polar Express Carson City holiday train tickets on sale now
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/13/2013 - 3:19pmReturning with more rides and seat options for its third season after two consecutive years of sold-out tours, tickets to the Carson City Polar Express aboard the historic Virginia and Truckee Railroad are on sale now for the 2013 holiday season.
With just 30 trains in the U.S. that travel to the North Pole, the Polar Express aboard the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad has captured the hearts, minds and imaginations of children, their parents and grandparents making the train tour into a holiday tradition for Carson City area families.
Historic Virginia and Truckee Railroad adds two 'Toast of the Canyon' tours to season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 11:26amDate night takes a trip back in time Saturdays on the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad “Toast of the Canyon” route. Wine and appetizers are served aboard the round trip historic steam engine excursion through the Carson River Canyon, Sept. 7 and Oct. 5.
Tickets going fast for Polar Express Holiday Train on V&T Railroad
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/06/2012 - 4:03pmWeeks away, the 2012 Polar Express train is on the fast track Carson City countdown, with 80 percent of the coach class and nearly 99 percent of the VIP Parlor Car tickets sold. This time last year, 39 percent of tickets had been purchased.
Pre-sale tickets now available for Polar Express Holiday Train Rides
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/25/2012 - 4:26pmPre-sale tickets for the popular 2012 Polar Express™ train aboard the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad are now available. Be sure to purchase your tickets now to this officially licensed event, as last year's 7,500 Polar Express sold out before the inaugural ride.