April Carson City Park Ranger-led programs include geology, birding and a Prison Hill hike
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/27/2023 - 3:49pm
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Repeats every week until Sat Apr 22 2023 .
April 1, 2023 (All day)
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April 8, 2023 (All day)
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April 15, 2023 (All day)
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April 22, 2023 (All day) Every month, the Carson City Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, events and exciting adventures.
All programs are offered for free and take place in one of the many Carson City parks and open space areas. Online Registration is required so Park Rangers have a proper head count. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult and dogs may or may not be allowed.
All programs are subject to cancellation due to Park Ranger availability; registered participants will be notified. You can find more information about each program here.
Geology Excursion
Join a Carson City Park Ranger and geologist Tom Gray for an adventure that truly rocks! On this hike, we will be discussing the geology of Nevada and Carson City, and looking at some cool examples along the way.
The hike is considered "more difficult" according to the IMBA Trail Rating System. Expect moderate and rocky terrain over a 2 mile loop. Dress for the weather; bring water and wear closed toe shoes.
Date: Saturday, April 1, 2023
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Wildhorse Trail at the north end of Centennial Park
Registration is required by going here.
Spring Bird Walk
Join a Park Ranger and Jim Woods on a birding adventure along the Carson River! Whether you are an avid birder, or an outdoor enthusiast interested in local bird species, this hike will be an exciting experience for the whole family. We recommend bringing water, snacks, binoculars, or scope.
The trail is considered "easy" according to the IMBA and will be about three miles long. Expect flat terrain and minimal obstacles as we walk along the river corridor to the Mexican Dam.
Date: Saturday, April 8, 2023
Time: 8:30am-11:00am or longer.
Location: Carson River Park
Registration is required by going here. No dogs, as they might scare away the birds.
End to End Prison Hill Patrol
What's the best kind of Park Ranger patrol? A Foot Patrol! Foot patrols give our Park Rangers the opportunity to address issues unseen from the road or trailhead, make education and enforcement contacts with trial users, note trail damages and maintenance needs, pick up litter, and much more!
This special adventure gives participants the chance to experience Prison Hill from the 5th Street Trailhead all the way to the OHV staging area over a 6-mile foot patrol with a Carson City Park Ranger. Can you think of a better way to celebrate Earth Day.
The hike is considered "More Difficult" according to the IMBA trail rating system. Expect moderate to steep terrain with sandy sections and rock obstacles along a 6 mile hike. Transporation will be provided back to the 5th Street Trailhead.
Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023 (Earth Day!)
Time: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Meet at the 5th Street Trailhead of Prison Hill on the corner of Carson River Road and East 5th Street.
Registration is required by going here. There are limited spaces on the return transportation.
This is a 6 mile hike with varying levels of difficulty. Participants must be able to complete the journey.
