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From Carson City I've probably hiked Dead Man's Creek opposite Washoe State Park at least 20 times, spring, summer and fall and once in mid-winter. It's about a 2-mile round trip with 300 feet of altitude gain.
At the end of the trail is a gazebo which looks out serenely on Washoe Lake and Slide Mountain. Last Sunday when I hobbled up (bad back) the gentle trail (Park Rangers call it "moderate"in difficulty) the westerly winds were steady and strong as is usual with the sweep of the valley allowing winds to gain strength.

Here is the fishing report for the week of Sept. 21-28. This report covers rivers, streams and lakes in Nevada, the Sierra, Northern California and Southern Oregon.

By Aimi Xistra-Rich
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation has opened registration for the 2011 – 2012 Alpine, Freestyle, Freeride and Snowboard Programs. With a variety of options from the One-Day Program to the Full-Time Competitive Program, the Lake Tahoe foundation has something for all ages and levels of skiers and riders. Registration packets are available online, at the HSSF building, or by calling the HSSF administration office. Those who register and pay in full now will receive the early registration pricing; prices increase $100 on November 1, 2011.

Here is the fishing report for the week of Sept. 14-21. The report covers Nevada, Northern California, Southern Oregon and the Sierra.

League to Save Lake Tahoe Executive Director Rochelle Nason has resigned today, effective October 2011, after nearly 20 years of working to protect and restore Lake Tahoe.

League Program Director Carl Young will serve as interim executive director, with Nason serving as a senior advisor, until a new executive director has been selected.

James-Michael Johnson has seen enough of LaMichael James already."Oh, yeah," the Nevada Wolf Pack linebacker said this week. "We've been studying him all summer long. I watched every play of that L...

James-Michael Johnson has seen enough of LaMichael James already."Oh, yeah," the Nevada Wolf Pack linebacker said this week. "We've been studying him all summer long. I watched every play of that L...

Here is this week's fishing report for Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra and southern Oregon. This report runs this weekend through Sept. 14.

It was a different Tyler Firestone that showed up for the first day of summer practice at Dayton High.He was 28 pounds heavier and bulging with muscles nobody had seen before.And, even more importa...

The other day my Dad and I were out in his garden and he showed me his tomato plants. There were some still ripening, many more to be picked and lots of them had already been enjoyed in deliciou...

The final Harry Potter movie is out this summer. It's a tale of magical kids attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, being empowered, and learning wicked things like Arithmacy, Potions, Care of Magical Creatures, and Quiddich. This makes some real-world parents uncomfortable. Children learning things we don't know, things beyond the "straight and narrow", things that empower them, is scary.

A not-so-long, not-so-hot summer will unofficially end this Labor Day weekend, but fire risk in the Lake Tahoe Basin and northwestern Nevada may just be getting started."Quiet" was how Beth Brad...

By Nevada Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources
From Southern Nevada to Lake Tahoe and all parts above and in between, state, federal, local and volunteer firefighting resources have responded to numerous lightning- and human-caused wildfires across Nevada so far this year. The state has lost about 94,000 acres to wildfire this summer, which is significantly less than the five-year average of 428,084 acres a year.

LAKE TAHOE — If another La Nina visits the Sierra this winter – all-time records were approached in 2010-11 with more than 700 inches of snow – Tahoe South ski resorts are ready to roll on another epic season.

Greek Progressive Dinner Summer is flying by but there are some great events schedule for September starting with, of course, the Best in the West Rib-Cook in Sparks. Go by and support Carson BBQ a...

By Don Quilici
Here is the fishing report for the week of Aug. 31 through Sept. 6. The report covers rivers, streams and lakes in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.

By Bob Conrad / Nevada Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources
CARSON CITY, Nev. — When shoppers use any reusable grocery bag — paper, plastic or canvas — at any Raley’s and Food Source store in Nevada, they will be helping more than the environment, they will also be raising money to preserve and enhance Nevada State Parks.

By NHP Trooper Chuck Allen
As part of the 2011 Labor Day DUI awareness, education, and enforcement campaign labeled “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over”, several law enforcement agencies are beefing up patrols around the state.

Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery and Rocking and Rolling are offering the last Saturday Summer Social of the season — bring the kids and have a good time all for free.
This week we will be offering massages by Theresa Tuchy of Carson Hot Springs Resort, local musician Jay-Paul Malikowski, Kurt the balloon man, rock painting, and arrow head wrapping for the kids in your life. Light appetizers will be served.
Come by and enjoy the final days of summer with your community.

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Here is this week's fishing report for the week of Aug. 24-31. The fishing report covers lakes, rivers and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.

The Summer Science Program of the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center continues with a fly-fishing and fly-tying demonstration this Saturday, Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the UC Davis Tahoe City Field Station Historic Fish Hatchery, 2400 Lake Forest Road, Tahoe City, Calif. (located on the corner of Highway 28 and Lake Forest Road)
Join UC Davis volunteer David Long for activities for kids ages 6 and up:
— Learn Fly-Tying and Casting
— Discuss Lake Tahoe Fisheries

Labor Day signals the end of the official summer tourist season, not just here in Virginia City, but for most areas that are tourist driven.Don't get me wrong. We still have plenty of things goi...

This is my annual reminder that a special window set aside for fishing begins on the Friday before Labor Day.
Sept. 2, 2011 is the Opening Day of the Lahontan Cutthroat Trout fishing season at Heenan Lake in nearby Alpine County, Calif.
Each year, that season opens the Friday before Labor Day and closes the last Sunday in October (October 30 this year).
If you’re interested and if you would like to enjoy a totally different fishing experience, plan to spend Sept. 02 at that easy-to-get-to location.

By the Nevada Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources
Washoe Lake State Park is hosting a summer stargaze August 27, 2011.
Astronomy experts Adam Kremers and Jay Lawson will lead participants in an evening of star and planet gazing through high powered telescopes. A light jacket is recommended as late summer evenings can be cool.
The public is invited to attend.
Call: 775-687-4319 for more information.
WHAT: Summer Stargaze

This week's music lineup continues as Jazz! Carson City 2011 has several shows planned in the coming days. Jazz! Carson City is a month-long festival hosted by the Mile High Jazz Band Association, Carson City, local businesses, and jazz lovers.

"Conan the Barbarian" is currently wielding swords and other death weapons at the Fandango Galaxy cineplex in Carson City.

And no, if you thought this was a re-release of the Arnold Schwarzenegger film of the 1980s, it's not. It a new bloody, murderous revival of the franchise but since Arnold isn't up to murder and mayhem these days we have a new Conan, two of them actually, one in his teens and the other the Conan out on a bloody roll.

Trifle is not the prettiest dessert in an individual serving, but after the first taste, no one complains. Trifle is, however, a great way to use berries and other summer fruits to feed a crowd....

CARSON CITY, Nev. — This is a reminder that if you enjoy fishing the waters of the State of Nevada, you might be interested in entering the 2011 Ormsby Sportsmen's Association annual fishing contest.
The contest is open to only OSA club members, it is still open and it will run until Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 24). It's inexpensive and if you're interested, here is some information:

Here is this week's fishing report for Northern Nevada, Northern California, Southern Oregon and the Sierra. The following report is for the week of Aug. 17-23.

Before summer segues to fall, Tahoe South will celebrate a Labor Day last call: an amped-up holiday weekend of non-stop activities on and off the water including a food and wine festival, sternwheeler race, outdoor and showroom concerts and a fireworks extravaganza.

LABOR DAY WEEKEND