Dead Truck Canyon
Happenings around Carson City for Monday, March 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/08/2020 - 6:17pmHeading into the start of the work week, temperatures will be comparatively cool compared to last week with daytime highs near 55. The Greenhouse Project will be in the spotlight at a Carson City Democratic luncheon, plus fitness events, West Coast swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes and a Carson City Parks and Rec led full moon hike up Dead Truck Canyon. Read on for details.
Carson City Parks, Rec and Open Space to host Full Moon Hike up Dead Truck Canyon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/03/2020 - 12:10pmThe Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department will be hosting March's Full Moon Hike up Dead Truck Canyon on Prison Hill on Monday, March 9. This hike will feature the "Worm Moon," an abandoned 1950's truck and plenty of beautiful terrain.
Events around Carson City for Sunday, August 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 8:18amHello Carson City and welcome to Sunday, August 11, 2019. We've been enjoying this summer weather cool-down over the past few days. Temperatures again Sunday will be in the low 80s, ideal for events throughout the region. Activities include train rides, history walks and talks, a sunset photo hike, the Carson City Jazz and Beyond Festival and more. Enjoy the day.
Music, hikes, and Hot August Nights: Events for Carson City on Saturday, Aug. 10
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/09/2019 - 11:37pmGood morning Carson City! It's going to be a beautiful day with the high in the mid 70s, and we have a ton of great activities and events in our wonderful capitol city today! Check below to see what's happening through the weekend.
Saturday, August 10
Jazz festival, history talks, music and more: Carson City region lined up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/08/2019 - 7:20pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by, including the Jazz and Beyond Music Festival, Carson City Library’s End of Summer Learning Challenge, history talks at Mormon Station Park, train rides in Virginia City, a sushi cooking class at Sierra Chef on Sunday and more!
Art Outside: Sunset Photo Hike
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/05/2019 - 4:29pmCalling all creative adventurers! Join the Parks, Rec & Open Space Dept. on the first Interpretive Program devoted to nature photography! All skill levels are welcome as we hike the Dead Truck Canyon trail and learn different techniques to capture the beauty of Prison Hill at sunset.
Feel free to bring a phone, a digital camera, or film! And please make sure to wear close-toed shoes and bring plenty of water & sun protection. See you there!
Register at: https://apm.activecommunities.com/ccpr/Activity_Search/art-outside-sunse...
'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.
Plant sales, charity, trains, and more! Events and happenings for Sat. May 11
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/11/2019 - 8:03amGood morning Carson City! It's going to be another beautiful day in the capital city, with highs of 78 and lows of 44. On the docket today we've got a canned food drive to help the Ron Wood Center, a volunteer day to restore the Mills Park train, a Mother's Day Plant Sale, and more! Check out the full calendar before.
Here's what we've got going on for Saturday:
Events around Carson City for Friday, May 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/09/2019 - 10:03pmThe weekend is at our doorstep as we head into Friday, May 10, 2019. Even though forecasters say we may have showers this weekend, the cool spring rain won't dampen the fun. We have a bevy of activities lined up Friday including the opening of the Transcontinental Railroad exhibit at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, day 1 of the two-day Mother's Day Plant Sale hosted by The Greenhouse Project, RSVP's Spring Celebration and Carnival at Mills Park, a day hike, art showings, live music and more.
Trail Yoga Hike offered by Carson City Parks and Rec
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/17/2019 - 10:54amJoin Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 11 for a moderately difficult one-mile guided hike up Prison Hill to learn about local history and ecology. At the top, enjoy the view while Community Yogi leads beginner yoga! Please wear sturdy shoes for the hike, bring water, and bring a mat if possible. Meet us at the Dead Truck Canyon Trail head at Silver Saddle Ranch (2648 Carson River Road).
A successful 1st guided Full Moon hike for Carson City Parks, Rec and Open Space
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 4:51pmOn Saturday, Sept. 22, Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space hosted its first full moon guided hike at Prison Hill. While the department does have multiple guided hikes throughout the season, this was the first hike guided during the full moon.
Escape From Prison Hill Half Marathon is this Saturday
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Sun, 04/17/2016 - 11:53pmYou've heard about it... You've done it... Or maybe you've always thought about doing it! Now is your chance to do it again or for the first time!
Escape From Prison Hill Half Marathon, 10k, and 5K at Silver Saddle Ranch in Carson City.