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Ghost Walk tours in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/17/2010 - 1:50amf you are brave enough, join "The Festival of the Spirits" with costumed guides as they lead you through Carson City's historic district.
Spirits of the past will appear as you hear the stories of their hauntings on Carson City's Historic Kit Carson Trail.
There are two tour choices; the Curses Tour and the Rumors Tour. They depart from 3rd and Carson Street. First tour at 10 a.m. (departing every 30 minutes) and last tour at 2 p.m.
Friends in Low Places Carson City Cemetery Tour
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/13/2010 - 1:22amFriendly ghosts will lead tours along Carson City’s historic Kit Carson Trail offering tales of the city’s haunted Victorian homes and buildings along two different routes. The “Friends in Low Places” guided cemetery tour is a new addition to the annual festivities, Oct. 22 - 23.
Community Pledges Support for Military Families and Veterans During Community Covenant Ceremony
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/20/2010 - 11:33amThe sacrifices of military families and veterans — past, present and future — are recognized and valued in Lyon County.
That message was delivered in many ways during a “Military Community Covenant” signing ceremony last week during Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey’s September meeting. Community leaders from throughout Lyon County were on hand to sign a “community covenant” that promises Lyon County communities and State and local groups will work together to increase support to the area’s military families and veterans.
Travel Nevada: Railroad buffs venture to Ely to ride on the Nevada Northern Railway
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/08/2010 - 3:02amEly, Nev. – The Nevada Northern Railway is not your usual traditional museum with stationary buildings, equipment and trains that may not even tie to the history of the area.
Carson City, Carson Valley swings into the Divine 9 golf season
Submitted by editor on Sat, 05/22/2010 - 11:08amCourse improvements, packages, online accessibility and savings are springing up around the Carson City and Carson Valley’s Divine 9 Golf Courses.
Spring and summer golf excursions for individuals and groups to Nevada’s capital city and the High Sierra are convenient, fun and affordable with the co-op power of nine Carson City/Carson Valley golf courses and nine lodging properties.
State Parks announces 75th anniversary photography and geocaching contests
Submitted by on Wed, 04/07/2010 - 2:49pmby Scott Schrantz Source: http://aroundcarson.com/2010/04/07/state_parks_announces_75th_anniversary_photography_and_geocaching_contests News Release: March 26 marked the 75th anniversary of Nevada State Parks. It was the exact date on which the Nevada Legislature first created the Nevada State Park system in 1935.
Tourism commission to expand and brand in updated Nevada visitor strategy
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/31/2010 - 9:39pmThe Nevada Commission on Tourism has updated its strategic plan for attracting visitors, combining cost-effective new initiatives and time-tested programs with proven track records, Lt. Gov. Brian K. Krolicki said Tuesday.
The agency (http://travelnevada.com) will target U.S. consumer markets that have large populations with convenient driving distance or easy air access to Nevada and international markets whose travelers have a strong likelihood of visiting Nevada, such as Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom and Germany, said Krolicki, Nevada's tourism commission chair.
Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park tours begin April 7
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/22/2010 - 2:30pmMINDEN, Nev. – Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park will open for tours on Wednesday, April 7, 2010.
President Obama in Las Vegas Thursday
Submitted by on Mon, 02/15/2010 - 3:22pmPresident Obama will visit Las Vegas on Thursday to give a boost to Sen.
About Politicians, Barrel Clowns and Reasonable Expectations
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/13/2010 - 1:54pmWhowuddathunk? Miss Sarah, the charming storyteller and patron saint of the Tea Party, actually did get one thing right in her speech at the Tea Party convention last week.
Winners of Parks and Recreation awards announced
Submitted by on Wed, 11/04/2009 - 6:17amWinners of Parks and Recreation awards announcedNevada Appeal Staff Report
Wine tours better with designated driver
Submitted by admin on Sun, 08/02/2009 - 4:01amWine-lovers will no longer have to draw straws when designating a driver for El Dorado wine tastings.South Shore couple John and Vicki Bain started up Wine Tours from Tahoe for visitors and residents of the area.