Recreation and Open Space
Carson City Park Ranger Speaks Series: Local Plant Identification
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/05/2019 - 4:30pmCarson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space will host a series of environmental education events free to the public at Silver Saddle Ranch. Learn about the topics below from a Park Ranger from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. No registration necessary and all ages welcome.
New ‘Andersen Ranch’ housing development in west Carson City under review
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 07/30/2019 - 3:30pmThere are several housing developments for Carson City currently in different stages of review, and one such development is the Andersen Ranch Development, named for the Andersen family who has farmed the Carson City region since the 1870s. This new development is not to be confused with Buzzy’s Ranch on the eastern side of Carson City, also named for the Andersen family.
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 Monday, July 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/28/2019 - 7:31pmUPDATE: There's a star party late Monday night into Tuesday morning hosted by Carson City Parks and Recreation and Open Space. For summer’s most visible meteor showers, join the Carson City Parks, Rec and Open Space Department at Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory for some late night, educational fun. No pre-registration necessary. Please wear close-toed shoes and bring water for night hiking from the Observatory. Head lamps and flashlights are allowed. Parking at the Observatory can be found at 2699 Vanpatten Ave, Carson City. Please call (775) 281-7711 with any questions. This upcoming Monday is the Aquariids Viewing Party starting at 12:00 a.m. Tuesday (technically Monday night).
Heading into Monday, July 29, 2019 and we're wondering how the month went by so quickly. Again we're looking at a fairly typical end of July day weather wise, with sunny skies and a high around 94. On tap around Carson City are athletic, art and speaking events, a life guard camp, a computer coding camp, line dancing lessons and more. Enjoy.
Summer Meteor Shower Interpretive Programs: The Perseids Viewing Party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/25/2019 - 7:57amFor summer’s most visible meteor showers, join the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department at Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory for some late night, educational fun! Both viewing parties are free to the public & all ages are welcome. No pre-registration necessary.
Carson City's Muscle Powered Trash Mob to take on Horse Creek Ranch bull thistle
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/16/2019 - 6:34amThis week the Muscle Powered Trash Mob of Carson City will ride again with the annual bull thistle pull at Horse Creek Ranch.
Ross Gold Park playground in Carson City now open
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/15/2019 - 4:24pmCARSON CITY — The Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department is pleased to announce the Ross Gold Park Playground Project has been completed and the new universally accessible playground is now open to the public.
Board of Supervisors to discuss increasing residential unit building permit caps per year
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 07/13/2019 - 9:19amThe Carson City Board of Supervisors and Redevelopment Authority will be holding their next meeting on July 18, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
'Art Outside!' presented in August by Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/09/2019 - 10:47amJoin the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department in August for its new "Art Outside" series of interpretive programs.
Events around the Carson City area for Thursday, June 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 8:15pmHeading into Thursday, June 27, 2019, there's plenty to do and see around the Carson City area as we march toward an action-packed weekend. There's a morning Muscle Powered walk, Food Truck Thursday at Mills Park, a Farmers Market in Dayton, a discussion on climate change at Western Nevada College, a history presentation on Chinese woodcutters at the Nevada State Museum, a presentation by the NNDA Executive Director at a GOP monthly meeting, Cruise Night at Wing Stop, an information meeting on the Ross Gold Park master plan hosted by Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space. Read on. There's more.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, June 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/25/2019 - 7:15pmWith a windy cool down headed our way, activities around the Carson City area Wednesday, June 26 will make for a breezy good time. Looking at the day ahead there's a walk hosted by parks and recreation, kids events, Wheeled Food Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center, a free "rough cut" feature film screening at the Carson Nugget, Young Chautauquans at Dangberg Historic Park and more.
Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space hosts 'Walk with the Weeds'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/25/2019 - 2:51pmNoxious weeds cause damage to our native Nevadan plants, causing issues for the farming industry, local wild-life, and more. Learn how to recognize common invasive weeds, in addition to our Nevada native plants, on Wednesday, June 26 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, June 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 7:52amGood day Carson City and welcome to the last day of spring. Today is Thursday, June 20, 2019. Instead of hot weather, Mother Nature has decided to cool things down some as we head into the weekend with highs in the low 80s today and the low 70s for the first day of summer. Events, activities and more are lined up today including the first day of the three-day police officer motorcycle challenge at Mills Park, morning walks, Cruise Night at Empire Ranch Golf Course and live music outdoors at Living the Good Life.
Carson City Parks and Recreation to host Ross Gold Park master plan information meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 3:35pmRoss Gold Park is one of the oldest parks within the City’s park system and is located at 280 Appion Way. As part of the efforts to reinvest in aging park infrastructure, the City released a survey in April, 2019 to get the community’s input on changes to the park’s master plan.
Outdoor summer movies, Wheeled Food Wednesdays begin at Carson City's BAC
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 2:56pmThe Carson City Classic Cinema Club is kicking off cool summer nights with a series of outdoor movies located outside the Brewery Arts Center campus at The Change Companies' Minnesota St. Stage in Carson City.
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.
Events around the Carson City area for Monday, June 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 7:59amGood day Carson City. Today is Monday, June 17, 2019. We're off and running into a week filled with activities and a weekend that promises to deliver. The forecast calls for sunny weather and a high near 90, making it another beautiful day around the capital city. Enjoy.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, June 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/11/2019 - 11:16pmHeading into Wednesday, June 12, 2019 means we are half way through the work week. Temperatures will be around the 90 mark with a chance of afternoon showers. Activities lined up include art classes, a hike designed for tots through Carson City Parks and Recreation, a Ninja aerobic class at Yaple's Ballroom and you can hear local author CW Bayer talk about three of his books on area history at Browsers Corner Book Store. Plus Jazz Night at Living the Good Life and Country Night at Jimmy G's Cigar Bar. Read on for more.
Carson Valley Days headlines jam-packed three days around the Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/06/2019 - 5:23pmWith the weather reaching the mid-80s, now is the perfect time to get out and explore during a jam-packed three days around the Carson City region. Friday has plenty of events to get you to the weekend.
Carson City Parks and Rec offers summer bicycling programs for children, teens and adults
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 3:48pmCarson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space will offer two bicycle programs this summer, one designed for children and the other for adults and teens.
National Trails Day 2019: Carson City celebrates its biggest gathering
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 5:39amNational Trails Day was last Saturday, June 1 and Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space celebrated by having more than 70 trail builders and supporters along, including Mayor Bob Crowell, making it our biggest National Trails Day event yet.
Carson City to celebrate Pollinator Week 2019 with series of interpretive programs
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/01/2019 - 10:24amJoin Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space to learn about the valuable ecosystem services provided by bees, birds, butterflies, bats and beetles with a number of free interpretive programs.
— Pollinator Interpretive Hike - Monday, June 17, 5:30 to 7 p.m., at the Longview Trail, 2649 Kings Canyon Road.
— Pollinator Tot Trek, Wednesday, June 19, 10 a.m. to noon at Carson River Park.
— Pollinator Garden Planting on Saturday, June 22, 9 a.m. to noon at the Foothill Garden, 1535 Medical Parkway.
Events and happenings for Saturday, June 1
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 11:27pmGood morning Carson City, and happy June! We have a ton of events going on today in our beloved capital city, with the June wine walk, the first day of the farmer’s market, a brew fest at Fuji park, and more! With a high of 75, it’s shaping up to finally start to feel like summer (knock on wood).
Events, happenings and more around the Carson City area this Friday through Sunday
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 4:43pmHeading into a jam-packed weekend of events around the Carson City region, there's a bevy of activities Friday to get your started. Lace up your shoes for a morning walk at Riverview Park, and then head on over to the Nevada State Museum for a coin press demonstration, and tours that explore anthropology and Nevada history. Later there's a cruise night gathering at Carson Mall to benefit Safe Grad Night, an Italian dinner fundraiser at the Governor's Mansion to benefit Carson City's homeless, live music at Living the Good Life and A to Zen, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club, and much more. Read on and enjoy!
Camp Carson: Carson City youth summer camp begins June 17 with registration open now
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 1:22pmThe annual Camp Carson program for kindergarten through 6th grade children through Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is now open for registration with camp beginning June 17.
What's happening around Carson City on Thursday, May 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/29/2019 - 8:52pmWho hasn't been enjoying life at home without the air conditioner or swamp cooler running? Sooner or later that will change, but for now, enjoy the moment. Heading into Thursday, May 30, 2019, you can take a bike ride with local dignitaries or stroll through the capital grounds. If you're a job seeker there's an employment fair at Max Casino. Winding down the day there's an afternoon hike in the hills; the rev of engines highlights the return of Carson City's Thursday night car and truck cruises, and ... Elvis will be in the house at Living the Good Life Nightclub, Bistro and Lounge. Enjoy!
Carson City to highlight acquisition near Ash Canyon for Saturday's National Trails Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/29/2019 - 12:46pmCome celebrate Carson City’s trails on National Trails Day, Saturday, June 1 at 8 a.m. Carson City will be hosting an event on one of our most recent Open Space acquisitions, 206 acres near Ash Canyon.
Mayor Bob Crowell will say a few words about Carson City’s Open Space program and will be joined by members of the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department, the Nevada Land Trust and Muscle Powered.
Events around the Carson City region for Wednesday, May 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 7:53pmIs it the middle of the work week already? That's what a 3-day holiday weekend brings. Heading into Wednesday, May 29, 2019, there's a number of events around the Carson City region lined up, including Salsa dancing classes at Yaple's Ballroom, a live music show at Piper's Opera House in Virginia City (hosted by the Canvas Cafe) and a live jazz jam at Living the Good Life in Carson City.
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.
Day of Tribute and Honor: Events around Carson City area this Monday, Memorial Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/26/2019 - 7:57pmHeading into Memorial Day, May 27, 2019, we urge all to take time out of your day to honor those who served and died defending our country. Memorial Day is the day we celebrate those men and women who passed while serving in the United States Armed Forces. There are events Monday in Carson City at the Stewart Indian School Cemetery and at Lone Mountain Cemetery and in Fernley at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery.