Marlette–Hobart Backcountry update: spring 2011

Posted by on Jun 29, 2011 in State Parks | Comments Off From the Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park ranger: 6/29/2011 We have finally had some significant snowmelt and can now update access and trail conditions into Marlette-Hobart Backcountry. North Canyon and Marlette Lk Basin North Canyon is free of snow until one reaches Marlette Saddle at the 4 mile mark. The saddle still has a 150-200 ft long snowdrift blocking the road. The rest of the road down...
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Cool off in July at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park

Posted by on Jun 27, 2011 in News, State Parks | Comments Off LAS VEGAS – Spring Mountain Ranch State Park is more than just a place for Super Summer Theater plays. The park offers many activities year round for the entire family. There is a $9.00 per vehicle entrance fee. Nevada residents receive a $2.00 discount. Cash and check are accepted. There is no additional charge for the events. Spring Mountain Ranch State Park is located 15 miles west of Las...
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Governor takes tour of Lake Tahoe

Posted by on Jun 27, 2011 in Env. Protection, Forestry, News, State Lands | Comments Off Continuing his pattern of briefings on issues of importance to the state, Governor Brian Sandoval today embarked on an investigative tour of Lake Tahoe.  Joined by Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Director Leo Drozdoff and TRPA representative Steve Robinson, Sandoval visited the Boulder Bay project and toured the Aquatic Invasive Species Inspection Station. “Today’s...
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Fire restrictions implemented at Big Bend and Spring Mountain State Parks

Posted by on Jun 22, 2011 in Forestry, News, State Parks | Comments Off LAS VEGAS — The Nevada Division of State Parks and Nevada Division of Forestry announced today that added fire restrictions are being implemented at Big Bend and Spring Mountain Ranch state parks because of the high potential for wildfire. The divisions instituted restrictions on Friday at both parks. Extreme temperatures, high fire danger and an abundance of cheat grass and red brome have...
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An evening with bats at Dayton State Park Saturday, June 25

Posted by on Jun 21, 2011 in News, State Parks | Comments Off DAYTON, Nev. – Bats are some of the most misunderstood animals. Join park volunteer and bat expert, Brian Buttazoni, for this informative evening program “The World of Bats.” Learn about what bats eat, where they live, how they are beneficial to humans and how to observe them. WHAT: An Evening with Bats WHEN: Saturday, June 25, 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. WHERE: The group area at Dayton...
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