Washoe Lake
Washoe Lake State Park celebrates the holidays with 'Trail of Lights: A Drive-through Holiday Celebration'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/13/2020 - 3:00pmNEW WASHOE CITY — Enjoy some holiday cheer at Washoe Lake State Park with a sparkling drive-through festival of lights. Campground Loop B will be decorated with a jolly display of twinkling lights and holiday scenes. Stay warm and merry as you listen to your favorite holiday music while driving through the campground, enjoying the cheerful decorations.
Beautiful reflection of Slide Mountain on Washoe Lake
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/29/2020 - 7:16pmThis beautiful reflection of Slide Mountain on Washoe Lake was photographed Saturday by Carson Now reader Deb Taylor.
Photo perfect Saturday in Washoe Valley
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/22/2020 - 7:54amNevada's statehood celebrated at WNC in Carson City with film festival and 'reverse parade'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/26/2020 - 12:55pmCelebrate Nevada’s most cherished time of the year in the safety of your own vehicle at Western Nevada College on Oct. 30 and 31. For many there will be a major void in their social calendars to fill on Nevada Day without the annual parade to attend.
Wild Mustangs at Washoe Lake
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/20/2020 - 11:07pmSunrise at Washoe Lake
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 08/29/2020 - 11:50amNational Weather Service issues Dense Smoke Advisory for Reno, Carson City region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/19/2020 - 7:55amUPDATE: The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Dense Smoke Advisory for the greater Reno, Carson City and Carson Valley areas including Sparks, Verdi, Gardnerville and Virginia City. The advisory is in effect until 11 a.m. Thursday. Visibility is below 3 miles with unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups. The advisory says to expect periods of dense smoke and unhealthy air quality through Thursday morning. Winds may help improve air quality into Wednesday night before smoke returns to the area by early Thursday morning.
Photo of fading NEOWISE Comet
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/03/2020 - 8:02amHere is a picture of the comet. I took this July 25, 2020 from over by Washoe Lake. I had to keep working at it. First I had to make sure I had the right portion of the sky. The bottom two Big Dipper stars on the generally right side of photo are what points down somewhat towards the comet. 10-second exposure. I'm just an amateur photographer. It's very far away of course now. I could hardly find it - at first finding something else, but then I finally found the right blip. Oh Boy!
Mule Deer at Lake Washoe
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/22/2020 - 3:40amThings to do and see around Carson City and beyond this 'socially-distant' July 4 weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 10:55amWhile there may not be fireworks this Fourth of July, there are still many activities in Carson City and beyond!
Hiking trails, camping, cycling, golf and more highlight outdoor summer activities around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/17/2020 - 6:05amPlenty of activities around Carson City are returning for all to enjoy throughout the summer. From hiking and biking trails and campgrounds, to several outdoor recreational activities, there are many ways to get outside and enjoy the warm weather.
Red Tail Mother Hawk and babies
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/16/2020 - 9:32amWashoe Valley Wild Horses
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/22/2020 - 8:05amPhotographer Allison Gill was driving on East Lake Boulevard, north of Carson City on Monday evening and saw these wild horses by Little Washoe Lake. She thought they were beautiful and, being the aspiring photographer that she is, pulled over and hiked out into the field to get some pictures. These horses are exactly what you think of when you think of Wild West Nevada.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Feb. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/09/2020 - 9:02pmHeading into the first day of the work week, happenings around the capital city Monday include art and fitness activities, a luncheon highlighting presidential candidate Gov. Deval Patrick, a sunset walk at Washoe Lake State Park, a free Partnership Carson City Yoga class at the community center, a Valentine's blood drive, swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes and more.
Train rides, moonlit hikes, flea markets and more: Events and Happenings for Sunday, Oct. 13
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 9:49pmGood morning Carson City and happy Sunday! If you haven’t had a chance to ride the V&T Train, today is the last day of the season! In addition we’ve got a great list of events for the region, so check below to plan your day!
Pumpkin Patch, last chance for V&T Train Rides and more: Events for Saturday, Oct. 12
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 7:04amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! It’s going to be another beautiful fall day today and to celebrate it, you can choose from the long list events we have going on today and Sunday in the region!
Check below for the full list.
Saturday, October 12
V&T train rides, pumpkin patch, Scandinavian festival, hikes, fundraisers and more: Carson City region set for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 8:44pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the final V&T Railway train rides of the 2019 season, the 27th annual Carson City Pumpkin Patch at Seeliger Elementary School, fundraisers around town, coin press demonstrations at the Nevada State Museum, comedy at the Carson Nugget and more!
Full moon hike, dune trek among Washoe Lake State Park events this month
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 4:43pmNEW WASHOE CITY — October events at Washoe Lake State Park include a Full Moon Hike and a guided hike through the sand dunes.
Nevada State Parks will be 'fee-free' Sept. 28 in honor of Nevada Public Lands Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/17/2019 - 9:11amCARSON CITY — Nevada residents and visitors are invited to celebrate Nevada Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 28 with a “fee-free” day at Nevada’s State Parks. Park fees, including entrance, camping (Saturday night) and boating, where applicable, will be waived at state parks throughout Nevada.
Washoe Lake Wild Mustangs
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/08/2019 - 6:15pmCarson High School Cross Country hosts 2019 Sierra League Meet at Washoe Lake State Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/06/2019 - 10:50pmThursday provided the Carson High School cross country team with a good look at the rest of the Sierra League and a little change of pace Thursday afternoon in Washoe Valley.
Memorial run, history walks, camel races, veteran resource fair and more: Carson City region gears up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 6:36pmHeading into the weekend, there’s plenty of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include an artists fair at Carson Mall, the 60th annual camel and ostrich races in Virginia City, a memorial run in Carson City, the 28th annual Oktoberfest in Gardnerville, a Veterans Resource Fair at Carson Nugget, history walks at Mormon Station Park, live comedy and more.
Night hike, wetland bird watch and more in September at Washoe Lake State Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 12:47pmNEW WASHOE CITY — September events at Washoe Lake State Park include an evening hike through the sand dunes, a birdwatching program, a morning walk through the Day Use Area, and a night hike.
Carson High School cross country team optimistic for upcoming 2019 season
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 10:05amLed by an experienced nucleus of runners, the Carson High School cross country program has good reason for optimism for the start of a new season.
Wildlife awareness talk featured Sept. 6 at Washoe Lake State Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/21/2019 - 11:22amNEW WASHOE CITY, Nev. — Learn how to handle a variety of wildlife encounters, whether it’s while camping, hiking, or in your own backyard. Join the Nevada Department of Wildlife’s Urban Wildlife Coordinator for a lesson on what to do and how to react to wild animals, including raccoons, coyotes, bears, mountain lions, bobcats, skunks, and even snakes (gopher snakes and rattlesnakes).
A Bumpy Ride across Carson Skies: an overly-dramatized recount of flying in a single-engine plane on a breezy day
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/29/2019 - 3:47pmThe first time I rode in a small plane was at the Carson City Airport Open house. I was probably 5, my brother probably 8, along with our dad who took us to geek out over the WWII planes and tanks.
The pilot offered us a ride, and we climbed aboard a small orange-and-white plane with a bench seat in the back and two seats in the front. My dad sat beside the pilot, my brother and I strapped in the back.
About thirty seconds after take-off, my brother and I noticed something horrific to our child-minds: in the back of the cockpit, buzzing around beside us, was a bee.
Free Nevada Outdoor Experience Youth Expo
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/15/2019 - 11:16amThe Nevada Outdoor Experience is co-sponsored by the Wild Sheep Foundation and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. The goal of the free event is to excite and inspire the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts.
Earthquake Update: Epicenter located closer to Carson City near Washoe Lake
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/07/2019 - 9:25amThe Earthquake which shook our region just before 10 p.m. Thursday night has now been updated, with the epicenter thought to be near Washoe Lake, just past the Carson "county" lines.
Originally, the epicenter of the 3.7 magnitude quake was thought to have been located in South Reno near Arrowcreek Golf Course, 12 km from Carson City.
Wildflower walk, full moon hike and more at Washoe Lake State Park in June
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/22/2019 - 1:38pmNEW WASHOE CITY, Nev. — June events at Washoe Lake State Park include stargazing, a wildflower walk, birdwatching, a full moon hike and fish printing.
Star Party at Washoe Lake State Park on Saturday, June 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 9:11amNEW WASHOE CITY, Nev. — Experience the stellar night sky at Washoe Lake State Park. The Northern Nevada Astronomy Group will have various sizes of telescopes available for viewing stars, planets, and other wonders of the galaxy. A short presentation about astronomy will be given while it gets dark enough for the telescopes. Participants should bring a jacket, red light if possible (red light does not negatively affect night vision), and a lawn chair.