stewardship
Brewfest, Antsy McClain and more: Carson City area events celebrate first summer weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 6:28pmHeading into the weekend, there's a bevy of events around the Carson City region that brings a cool breeze to the first three days of summer. The 16th Motor Officer Challenge kicks off Friday at 7 a.m. at Mills Park. Lace up the shoes for a Friday morning walk at East Silver Saddle Ranch hosted by Muscle Powered.
Americorps Volunteers are Summertime Mentors at Boys and Girls Clubs
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 2:37pmAn Americorps National Civilian Community Corps Team, Green Four, will be working with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Mason Valley to mentor children enrolled in its summer program.
During the team’s six week engagement, the seven young adults will serve over 150 children spread between the Yerington, Silver Springs and Dayton Boys and Girls Club sites.
Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day Saturday, June 22
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/08/2019 - 8:04amSaturday, June 22 | 8:30 am - noon
Location: Baldwin Beach, South Tahoe
Volunteers of all ages and skill levels are invited to this fun, hands-on restoration day. Participants will build fencing to protect the threatened native Tahoe Yellow Cress and survey for aquatic invasive species.
Lake Tahoe Basin fuelwood permit sales begin June 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/19/2019 - 12:29pmThe USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will begin the sale of personal use fuelwood permits at the Forest Supervisor’s Office in South Lake Tahoe on Monday, June 3, 2019. Permits cost $20 per cord, with a two-cord minimum purchase and a limit of 10 cords per household.
Carson City Junior Rangers program hosts Leave No Trace Hike
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 7:28amThe Carson City Junior Ranger Program educates youth about the environment, fosters a sense of community, and encourages life-long environmental stewardship. Throughout each year's Junior Ranger events, children will fill out their educational Adventure Guides at each program as they learn more about the outdoors.
Signups underway: Carson City 2019 Junior Ranger Program begins 4-week run this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/15/2019 - 2:23pmThe Carson City Junior Ranger Program begins this Saturday. Sign up your children now to be a part of this four week educational and fun experience.
Junior Ranger Program 2019
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/26/2019 - 1:35pmThe Carson City Junior Ranger Program educates youth about the environment, fosters a sense of community, and encourages life-long environmental stewardship. Throughout each year's Junior Ranger events, children will fill out their educational Adventure Guides at each program as they learn more about the outdoors.
Eight Carson City restaurants join the Green Dining District on Carson Street
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 8:34amThe nonprofit organization greenUp!, which provides environmental education to businesses, announced Wednesday that it has eight restaurants so far that will be part of the Green Dining District pilot program on Carson Street in Carson City.
Lynn Zonge picked as 2019 Andy Aldax Award recipient by Carson City area water district
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/10/2019 - 6:15pmThe Carson Water Subconservancy District announced this week the selection of Lynn Zonge to receive the 2019 Andy Aldax Carson River Watershed Award for Exemplary Service in Conservation and Protection of the Carson River Watershed.
Robert Mergell picked as administrator to lead Nevada Division of State Parks
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/02/2019 - 12:14pmCARSON CITY — Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources director Bradley Crowell announced Wednesday the appointment of Robert “Bob” Mergell to serve as the new Administrator for the Nevada Division of State Parks.
JoAnne Skelly: Gardening Grows the Child
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/02/2018 - 7:05pmChildren often spend a lot of time indoors. In fact, “children spend on average less than one hour per day outside” according to the National Gardening Association. And yet, a connection to nature has significant developmental benefits for children.
Celebrate the Silver State's diverse natural, cultural wonders this Nevada Day
Submitted by editor on Thu, 10/25/2018 - 9:37amCARSON CITY — Did you know that Nevada Day is the largest celebration of statehood in the nation? Nevada Day is more than an extraordinary parade, it is Nevada’s heritage celebration – a gathering of communities to salute our State’s past and embrace its future.
National Trails System Act: 50 years of connecting communities like Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/08/2018 - 2:44pmThe year 1968 was one of turmoil. The Vietnam War was intensifying, and protests were increasing back home. Martin Luther King Jr. and presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy were both assassinated. Urban riots were common, and college unrest was widespread.
Carson City schools earn EPA Energy Star certifications
Submitted by editor on Mon, 10/08/2018 - 10:45amNine out of the 10 Carson City School District schools earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star certification, which signifies their buildings perform in the top 25 percent of similar facilities nationwide for energy efficiency and meets strict energy efficiency performance levels set by the EPA.
Vote Now: Carson City's Greenhouse Project competes in foundation's Power of Good Giveaway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 9:30amThe Greenhouse Project in Carson City, a nonprofit teaching facility at Carson High School that provides youth education and vocational opportunities, is participating in the Power of Good Giveaway through the NV Energy Foundation and is asking locals to vote Tuesday through Friday.
First day of Autumn: Fall in for events around Carson City Saturday, Sept. 22
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 09/21/2018 - 8:55amMother Nature and Father Time often don't agree here in Northern Nevada. While the calendar marks today as the official start to Fall, the weather still feels like summer.
National Public Lands Day to be celebrated at Lake Tahoe's Nevada Beach
Submitted by editor on Wed, 09/12/2018 - 3:14pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The public is invited to celebrate National Public Lands Day with the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit and our partners at Nevada Beach Pavilion on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day Fall
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/28/2018 - 5:14pmVolunteers of all ages and skill levels are invited to this fun, hands-on restoration day. By pitching in, you are improving the watershed habitats that surround Lake Tahoe. Healthy forests act as natural pollution filters to Keep Tahoe Blue.
What to wear and bring: sturdy boots, clothes that are comfortable and can get dirty and sunglasses. Bring a reusable water bottle and leather work gloves if you have them.
Let's Do Better This Year
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/24/2018 - 2:40pmWe can do better, we should do better, and we must do better. You see, it’s our responsibility to do better, and we need to realize that no amount of money is going to help more than the investment we choose to give it.
I’m talking about the stewardship of our future. You know them, the oft-maligned young people in our midst. The ones we criticize for being cell phone dependent and social media addled, even as older adults are the fastest growing group of social media users.
So, technology is to blame? Not specifically, but it can be thrown into the stew.
Forest Service offers guided hikes at Lake Tahoe ski resort
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 11:21amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE — Summer is here and that means it’s time to get out and enjoy your public lands. The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit and Heavenly Mountain Resort offers folks to Hike with a Ranger this summer.
Fourth of July boat inspections at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 06/30/2018 - 7:47amThe Fourth of July holiday and fireworks celebration brings a welcomed influx of boaters to the Lake Tahoe Basin.
With sunny skies and warm temperatures predicted, boaters are urged to clean, drain, and dry their boats before arriving at Lake Tahoe inspection stations to avoid delays and decontamination fees. All stations close at 5:30 p.m., so please plan accordingly.
Wilderness advocate to be Carson City Dems luncheon speaker
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/19/2018 - 8:36amShaaron Netherton, Friends of Nevada Wilderness Executive Director, will be the featured speaker at the Carson City Democratic luncheon on Monday, June 25.
Nevada Division of Forestry accepting community forest, open space grant program proposals
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/07/2018 - 12:20pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Division of Forestry announced Monday that applications are now being accepted for the Community Forest and Open Space Program competitive grant funding. CFP provides funding for the acquisition of private forest lands for public use. Funds are provided by the U.S. Forest Service.
Every Day is Earth Day at the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 04/20/2018 - 12:06pmEach year on Earth Day, April 22, more than 1 billion people in 192 countries join together to celebrate and protect our common home. From participating in community clean-up events, to reaching out to local leaders about environmental concerns, and spending time appreciating the outdoors, Earth Day serves as an annual opportunity to promote environmental stewardship across the globe.
Column: Working together for a healthier Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/25/2018 - 9:27amEarth Day at Lake Tahoe has a special meaning. Working together through the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program, more than 50 local, state, federal, nonprofit, and private sector partners are implementing projects and programs to conserve the Tahoe Basin’s environment and fix past environmental harms.
Healthy Communities Coalition’s March and April Guest Speakers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/06/2018 - 2:01pmHealthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties’ hosts monthly breakfast meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 9 a.m. Diverse groups and community volunteers gather to share news and to collaborate on system changes that improve access to affordable, local food and to health care, and that support community-based, sustainable economic development.
Nevada Department of Transportation hires for summer internships
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/05/2018 - 2:10pmCARSON CITY, Nev. – The Nevada Department of Transportation is looking ahead to the summer road construction season by accepting applications for paid summer internships through Feb. 28.
Ski with a Ranger offered by Forest Service at Lake Tahoe's Heavenly
Submitted by editor on Fri, 01/19/2018 - 3:46pmThe U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit invites the public to Ski with a Ranger at Heavenly Mountain Resort beginning Friday, Jan. 26, 2018.
Plates for Powder returns: Buy a Tahoe license plate and ski for free
Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/01/2017 - 1:34pmSki season is nearly here and with it returns the popular “Plates for Powder” program. Residents who purchase a new Lake Tahoe license plate in either Nevada or California can receive free lift tickets to one of eight Tahoe resorts participating in the program.
Winter is coming: Nevada Ag department urges caution when buying firewood
Submitted by editor on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 1:53pmWith winter approaching, the Nevada Department of Agriculture urges consumers to be careful when purchasing firewood. Advertisements can mislabel firewood, leading buyers to believe they are purchasing more wood than they actually are.