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Nevada Magazine statewide scavenger hunt now underway

Where else in the world can you traverse a forest composed entirely of dilapidated and half-buried cars, photograph a plaster ghost riding a bicycle next to a giant metal penguin and miner, admire eloquent murals depicting history, and watch 30-foot flames shoot from the antennae of a giant metal praying mantis? Nevada, of course. And the 2017 Nevada Magazine Silver State Scavenger Hunt is the perfect way to do it.

We’re celebrating outdoor art of every shape and size this year, sending scavenger hunt participants on a wild ride to see some of the state’s most beautiful and bizarre installations.

Once again, we’ve split the state into two zones — Northern and Southern — and chose 14 notable art pieces in each. Simply pick a zone, visit 10 of the 14 locations in that zone, snap a photo of yourself holding the JULY/AUGUST 2017 issue of Nevada Magazine at each location, and email us all 10 photos to nvmaghunt@gmail.com.

We’re teaming up with Land Rover Las Vegas and Jaguar Land Rover Reno again, who will be providing this year’s prizes. In addition to those provided by Land Rover, participants have a chance to win other cool prizes including Nevada State Museum passes, Nevada Museum of Art passes and restaurant gift certificates.

The official list of destinations is published in the JULY/AUGUST 2017 issue of Nevada Magazine.

To get your copy first, subscribe to Nevada Magazine.

You can also look for the JULY/AUGUST 2017 issue on newsstands. The hunt began July 1 at 8 a.m. and ends Monday, July 31 at 5 p.m. Go here for complete rules and information on how to receive a complimentary copy of Nevada Magazine.

Northern Nevada Grand-Prize Winner
This grand prize is best suited for the day-tripper, and includes an off-road experience in a Land Rover. The prize gives the winner a chance to explore some of the state’s coolest locations while riding in a Land Rover. Breakfast and lunch is catered, and the lucky explorer gets to ride with professionals at Land Rover.

Southern Nevada Grand-Prize Winner
The southern Nevada grand-prize winner gets a chance to experience racing a 550 horsepower V8 Jaguar F-type sports car at the Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch in Pahrump. The experience puts one lucky person behind the wheel of this incredible vehicle, in an adventure that will leave them in awe. The southern Nevada grand-prize winner can opt instead for a Land Rover off-road experience if they choose. See the northern Nevada Grand Prize Winner description for details.

The first 25 people to complete will receive a free copy of our “Historical Nevada” book.

About Nevada Magazine
For 80 years, Nevada Magazine has been telling the Silver State’s story — of Las Vegas, Carson City, Reno, Lake Tahoe and beyond. In print and online, we highlight urban and rural travel, dining, people, history, gaming, events, shows, and more. On our website, you’ll find content from our bimonthly publication as well as online-only material, such as “Web Extras.” Visit nevadamagazine.com for more information.

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Carson City Sheriff's Office reports three arrests from Friday until early Monday.

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Proscenium Players Inc. presents Fools by Neil Simon, winner of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

CARSON CITY — Since the early 1980s, May has held special significance in Nevada as a month dedicated to honoring and celebrating the state's rich history through historic preservation and archaeology.

Carson City Fire Department and multiple agencies will host Tuesday the 2nd annual wildfire education and preparedness workshop for the community Tuesday, April 30.

Carson City is a Bee City USA affiliate, the first in the state of Nevada. Bee Cities are a part of The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation. "Bee City USA’s mission is to galvanize communities to sustain pollinators by providing them with healthy habitat, rich in a variety of native plants and free to nearly free of pesticides.”

In recognition of Historic Preservation and Archeological Awareness Month, the City’s Historic Resources Commission has organized the 2024 Scavenger Hunt.

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Six local bowlers were inducted in the third class of the Carson Country Bowling Association Hall of Fame at their annual meeting on Saturday, April 27, at HomeGrown Bowl. Carson Country is the local association of the U.S. Bowling Congress.

Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space will hold a "Sheep Talk" this Monday, April 29 from noon to 1 p.m. so residents can learn from Carson City staff about the popular fuel reduction program used annually with the use of "firefighting" sheep.

Two Carson City residents who hiked C-Hill recently returned Sunday morning with a message: The flag that graces the hillside is in need of repair.

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Camp GOTR (Girls on the Run) is coming to Carson City for the second year in a row! Camp GOTR will be a week-long, half-day summer camp from 8 AM- 12 PM at the Carson City Community Center the week of August 5th- August 9th.

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A number of new Junior Park Rangers received their badges as they were sworn in as part of the annual Junior Park Rangers Day in Carson City.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

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Over 80 dedicated volunteers joined forces to comb the park's picturesque shores on Monday, April 22, 2024.

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Douglas County officials have announced that construction will begin soon on the first phase of the Muller Parkway Project. The project aims to alleviate traffic congestion in Minden and Gardnerville, offering an alternative route to the main U.S. Route 395 through town. The decision comes as the County moves to fill its requirement to construct 2.4 miles of two-lane road by 2025.

Carson High School is pleased to announce Katarina Klatt and Brynn Russell will carry their academic and athletic talents on to the next level with Division 1 Scholarships. A short signing ceremony was held at the Carson Aquatic Center Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is moving forward with its plan to transfer certain mail processing operations from Reno to Sacramento, a change that has drawn bipartisan opposition among Nevada elected officials over its potential impact on the region’s economy and fears that it would slow the processing of ma

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The Division of Child and Family Services, Nevada’s Department of Health and Human Services, invites the community to participate in the 2nd annual “Walk Us Home” 5K for Foster Homes on Saturday, April 27, 2024 in Carson City.

The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner’s Office has identified two Carson City residents who died in a wrong way crash early Wednesday morning in Carson City.

Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week introduces, Shrek. While he may not hail from a swamp, this lovable pup is as big-hearted as they come, searching for his forever family.