Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe
Fishing Report: Fish are still biting despite lower lake levels, river clean up planned for Oct. 17
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/10/2020 - 9:59amHello fellow anglers, Fall is definitely here. Renee and I took a trip through Alpine County last week to enjoy the fall colors. Many trees have turned, while others are just starting to get their true colors.
To get a good look at the viewing, venture up through Highway 88 from Woodfords to Caples Lake. Another good area of fall color viewing is from Woodfords on Highway 89 up to Kinney reservoir on Highway 4 .
Tribal leader, environmental champion Norm Harry dies at 65
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 7:54pmThree-term chair of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Norm Harry died this week. He was 65.
Harry was an advocate for tribal water rights, and he was instrumental in getting the Truckee River Operating Agreement signed. That agreement designated much of the Truckee River waters to the tribe and settled claims among multiple parties for water rights.
Harry was a champion of the land, water and Indigenous people.
Nevada division announces new tribal coordinator for emergency response
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/21/2020 - 6:43amThe Nevada Division of Emergency Management is pleased to name Cassandra Darrough as DEM's Tribal Coordinator, helping with emergency management support for Nevada’s 27 federally-recognized Tribal Nations in close collaboration with Nevada Indian Commission.
With meetings canceled, Nevada and federal agencies offer varying guidances for weighing in on environmental issues
Submitted by admin on Sun, 04/19/2020 - 1:02pmIn late March, the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe sent a letter to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation requesting that the agency delay a public comment period for a controversial and complicated project to do maintenance on the Truckee Canal, a manmade diversion off the Truckee River.
For Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe, bighorn sheep reintroduction part of decades-long effort to recover wildlife
Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 4:44pmTribal members, conservationists and students, bundled up in thick coats and beanies, gathered in two rows fanning out from transport trailers to watch the release into tribal land, an area usually closed to the public. Bighorn sheep, separated into two trailers, rushed out in waves.
22 bighorn sheep to be re-introduced to Pyramid Lake range
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 3:29pmThe Nevada Department of Wildlife and the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe are set to release 22 bighorn sheep Monday to the Lake Range on the Pyramid Lake Paiute Reservation in a historic project between NDOW and the Tribe to reintroduce the species to the mountains surrounding Pyramid Lake where they once thrived.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, September 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/10/2019 - 5:10amHello Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019. Events around the capital city include a monthly lunch series at the Nevada State Library featuring author, professor and poet Lindsay Wilson, a Sierra Nevada Forum discussion on Nevada's Native Tribes, past, present and future; heart and vascular screenings through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a morning walk, evening hike and a bike ride with Muscle Powered, archery at Centennial Park, family craft and movie night at Carson City Library and more.
Sierra Nevada Forums to host talk Tuesday on Nevada Native American tribes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/04/2019 - 9:41amNevada tribal leaders share concern, not informed over plutonium shipment
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 9:48amCARSON CITY — Leaders from 13 Nevada tribes have sent letters to President Donald Trump and Energy Secretary Rick Perry protesting the federal government’s shipment of a half metric ton of weapons-grade plutonium to the Nevada National Security Site without informing state government officials or the tribes.
Carson City restaurant pilot project to involve 30 eateries wins recycling program grant
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 11:38amThe Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Division of Environmental Protection’s Recycling Program has awarded grants to six Nevada organizations, including a Carson City pilot project involving 30 restaurants.
Burning Man attendees face traffic stops, searches
Submitted by editor on Wed, 08/22/2018 - 8:13amLaw enforcement officers from both the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs and Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe have been pulling over vehicles on their way to early Burning Man festivities in the Nevada desert.
Blessing ceremony marks ‘a new beginning’ for Stewart Indian School
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 3:27pmCARSON CITY — With blessings delivered in the native languages of the Paiute, Western Shoshone and Washoe tribes, a new chapter in story of Stewart Indian School commenced on Wednesday.
UNR professor's research highlights recovery of Nevada's iconic Lahontan cutthroat trout
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 3:19pmThe Lahontan cutthroat trout was rediscovered in a "dinky" stream near the Nevada-Utah border. Genetic testing by University of Nevada, Reno Associate Professor of Biology Mary Peacock led to the rediscovery of an iconic Nevada fish.
Two aging Jump Around Carson buses to be replaced with $447K federal grant
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/05/2018 - 10:14amThe Carson Area Metropolitan Planning Organization will receive $447,480 in U.S. Department of Transportation funding to replace two buses in the Jump Around Carson (JAC) fleet that have exceeded their useful life, officials announced this week.
American Indian Achievement Awards celebrated Saturday at Nevada Governor's Mansion
Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/15/2017 - 12:29pmFour Nevadans will be honored on Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City for their contributions to the American Indian community.
Champions of Nevada’s rural tourism industry honored at state conference
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 11:47amELKO, Nev. — The Nevada Division of Tourism recognized outstanding members of the state’s rural tourism industry at the VolunTourism Awards Dinner April 27 in Elko. The awards ceremony was a highlight of the state’s annual Rural Roundup conference.
President Trump approves major disaster declaration for Nevada in response to January flooding
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 02/17/2017 - 11:27pmUPDATE 8AM: Less than 10 days after Nevada Gov. Sandoval sent a letter to President Donald Trump asking for federal assistance due to flooding in early January, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has responded to the call.
Lyon and Storey Coalition Hosts Speakers from Foster Care Recruitment and Mobile Crisis Response Team
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/29/2017 - 6:54pmThe Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties will have 3 guest speakers for their February breakfast meeting. The meeting is on Thurs February 9th at 9am at the Silver Springs Community Center.
Speakers include Lori Nichols from Foster Care Recruitment, and Sally Hazard from the Fernley office for the Advanced Foster Care Program. They will explain the pressing need for foster homes in the Lyon and Storey County region, and offer ways to help increase the number of foster parents.
Text of Nevada Governor Sandoval State of State 2017 speech
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/17/2017 - 8:47pmHere is the 2017 State of the State presented by Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval.
Burning Man Travel Advisory
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/23/2016 - 3:09pmThe Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe would like to advise travelers going to the Burning Man Festival to obey posted speed limits, and to slow down and keep your distance while traveling through the Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation. The Tribe would like motorists to be aware of the dangers associated with high speeds on two lane highways; all State Routes on the reservation are two lane roads with very narrow shoulders.
Pyramid Lake War Memorial Celebration
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/18/2016 - 5:20pmThe Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe is pleased to announce that the 2016 Pyramid Lake War Memorial Celebration will take place on Friday May, 20th in Nixon, NV. The Tribe would like to invite the public and their families to participate in the annual Sunrise Ceremony and the Eagle Staff Run walk/run along the Truckee River from the Numana Hatchery to the Nixon Gym.
Capital City Arts Initiative exhibition features Great Basin Native Artists
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/19/2016 - 10:28amThe Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, Great Basin Native Artists, with art works by seven Native American artists at the Carson City Community Center's Sierra Room that is running now through July 6, 2016. The Community Center is located at 851 E. William Street, Carson City.
House Advances Amodei Bill to Increase Local Control of Nevada Public Lands
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/16/2016 - 1:38pmWASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-2) commended the House Natural Resources Committee’s unanimous passage Wednesday of his bill to allow public land to be held in trust for six different tribes throughout Nevada. H.R. 2733, the Nevada Native Nations Land Act, would greatly benefit the people of these regions by providing increased opportunities for economic development.
Nevada Guard Airman killed in Pyramid Lake boating accident
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/10/2016 - 11:27amSenior Airman Michael Anthony Beaton, 26, a member of the 152nd Maintenance Squadron, Nevada Air National Guard, died this week in a boating accident at Pyramid Lake.
UNR student secures $10K grant to promote good health at Pyramid Lake High School
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/23/2015 - 3:11pmChristine Braunworth is a senior at the University of Nevada, Reno and she is determined to make an impact in the Native American community. Braunworth, who will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in social work this spring, recently helped secure a $10,000 grant from Native STAND, a comprehensive, sustainable curriculum for training peer educators who promote healthy decision making for Native youth.
Reflections on Pyramid Lake
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/04/2015 - 1:00pmThe presentation is free, but seating is limited so please RSVP here. Free parking is available at the Brian Whalen Parking Garage, top floor, using code #2443333. For more information, call (775) 682-5665.
See the flier below.
International film weekend takes root in Carson City; Independent films with local ties to screen free at WNC
Submitted by editor on Fri, 01/16/2015 - 7:27pmWhat began last year with a desire by five local women to bring international films to Carson City will this year be a multi-venue, free three-day event, Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 5-7. Last year’s event was a rousing success, paving the way for this year’s larger festival.
The Carson City Community Center and Western Nevada College will be venues for viewing three foreign feature-length films, three independently produced films, and several Brewery Arts Center contest-winning short films.
House Passes Amodei's Nevada Native Nations Lands Act
Submitted by editor on Mon, 12/01/2014 - 3:57pmBy suspension vote, the U.S. House of Representatives on Monday passed the Nevada Native Nations Lands Act, legislation sponsored by Congressman Mark Amodei of Nevada's second district.
The legislation includes six tribal land measures, as well as a smaller conveyance to the City of Elko. The bill was amended to match the Senate version, which was reported out of the Senate Indian Affairs Committee in August.
Amodei's Pyramid Lake bill passes Senate, set to become law
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/19/2014 - 11:06amIn a hopeful sign for the Northern Nevada lands bills awaiting a vote in the Senate, Congressman Mark Amodei's (NV-2) Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe – Fish Springs Ranch Settlement Act last night passed the Senate and is now headed to the President for signature.
"I want to thank Senators Reid and Heller for their work to pass this bill, as well as Senator Flake for releasing his hold," said Amodei. "This is good news for water users in the Truckee Meadows."
House passes Nevada Congressman Amodei's Pyramid Lake bill
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/22/2014 - 2:35pmThe U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday passed Nevada Congressman Mark Amodei’s bill known as Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe – Fish Springs Ranch Settlement Act, by a bipartisan voice vote.
The bill, H.R. 3716, would ratify an agreement between the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe and Fish Springs Ranch to resolve a dispute over water rights near Reno. It is expected to be passed by the Senate and signed into law.