Blue Moon hike at Washoe Lake State Park
Take a moonlit walk under a blue moon, the second full moon in the month of July, and learn about the history of Washoe Valley. This is a moderate, 2.5 mile hike through the sand dunes and dry lake bed. Bring a flashlight and good walking shoes. Sandals are not recommended.
WHEN: Friday, July 31, at 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Washoe Lake State Park, 4855 Eastlake Blvd. Take Exit 44 from I-580, drive north on Eastlake Blvd, 4 miles, and the park’s entrance is on the left. Meet at the Equestrian parking lot; turn right after the fee booth, pass the campground, and it is the gravel parking lot near the group use pavilion.
COST: This event is free after the park’s entrance fee of $7/vehicle. Nevada residents receive a $2 discount. Cash or checks are accepted.
CONTACT: Kim Zuch, (775) 687-4319, washoelake@hdiss.net
The passport challenge continues: The Nevada State Parks Passport Booklet is now available and may be picked up at any state park. Visitors who have their booklets stamped at 15 different parks will earn a free annual pass to all Nevada State Parks. The booklet, which serves as a travel aid as well as travelogue for park visitors, includes photos, a description of each park, lists of amenities, travel journal pages and spaces for validation stamps which have been designed to reflect each unique state park.
— Jenny Ramella is a Public Information Officer for the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources