MINDEN, Nev. – Nevada State Parks invites the public to a free Chautauqua-style presentation on October 2 at 10:00 a.m. at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park in Minden.  Nevada State Park Ranger Mike Dinauer and community organizer Linda Conlin, will give a Chautauqua presentation on Nevada pioneers Samuel and Eliza Buckland.

In 1859, Samuel Buckland established a ranch and a trading post along the Carson River next to the California Trail in what is now Lyon County. He met his wife, Eliza Prentice, when the wagon train she and her sister were traveling with stopped at his trading post. As Fort Churchill was dismantled in 1870, the Buckland’s salvaged materials to build a two-story house for what became an important stop for travelers as they supplied goods to immigrants, travelers and ranchers. The Overland Stage Company kept horses there and Pony Express riders stopped to change mounts. Today, Buckland Station is open to the public as part of Fort Churchill State Historic Park.

WHAT: Chautauqua presentation of Samuel and Eliza Buckland

WHEN: Saturday, October 2, 10:00-11:00 a.m.

WHERE: The park is located at 1450 Highway 88, one-half mile south of the Carson Valley Swim Center. A map and further information can be found at parks.nv.gov/hr.htm or by calling 775-783-9417.

WHO: The event is open to the public.

COST: This is a free outdoor program.

CONTACT: Mark Jensen, 775-783-9417, dangbergranch@parks.nv.gov

MORE: Chairs and shade shelters are provided by the park. Visitors are welcome to bring lawn chairs, and encouraged to bring drinking water.   Dress according to the weather for this outdoor program.  Pets should be left at home.