Division of Water Resources conducting maintenance on South Fork Dam

Posted by on Mar 12, 2012 in News, State Parks, Water | Comments Off ELKO, Nev. – The Nevada Division of Water Resources is inspecting and repairing the South Fork Dam. Visitors to South Fork are advised that water levels will be lower than normal through summer because of the maintenance efforts. South Fork Reservoir’s water level is currently normal; however, it will be lowered an additional four to five feet by October in order to inspect and do necessary...
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Prescribed burns occurring at Tunnel Creek from March through May

Posted by on Mar 5, 2012 in Conservation, News, State Lands, State Parks | Comments Off CARSON CITY, Nev. – The Nevada Division of Forestry is conducting prescribed burns at Tunnel Creek in the Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park backcountry from March through May, 2012, weather permitting. The Tunnel Creek road, from State Route 28 to Tunnel Creek Station may be closed in order to conduct the burns. Signs will be posted throughout the area when burns are being conducted. Nearly 100...
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Free hike/snowshoe at Spooner Lake January 1, 2012

Posted by on Dec 27, 2011 in News, State Parks | Comments Off LAKE TAHOE, Nev. — Celebrate the New Year with park rangers on a fun outing around Spooner Lake. This free First Day Hike is sponsored by the National Association of State Park Directors. Park entrance fees are waived for participants in the hike, or snowshoe, depending upon snow availability. WHAT: Spooner Lake hike/snowshoe WHEN: Sunday, January 1, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Spooner...
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Nevada State Parks celebrates the new year with free guided hikes January 1, 2012

Posted by on Dec 22, 2011 in News, State Parks | Comments Off CARSON CITY, Nev. – The Nevada Division of State Parks is sponsoring free, guided hikes in seven state parks on New Year’s Day as part of America’s State Parks First Day Hikes initiative. First Day Hikes offer individuals and families an opportunity to begin the New Year rejuvenating and connecting with the outdoors by taking a healthy hike on January 1, 2012 at a state park close to...
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Cave Rock and Sand Harbor boat launches closed Christmas and New Years Day

Posted by on Dec 20, 2011 in News, State Parks | Comments Off LAKE TAHOE, Nev. — The boat launch facilities at Cave Rock and Sand Harbor are closing on both Christmas, December 25, and New Year’s Day, January 1, 2012. No inspections or decontaminations will be available either of these days. These closures are due to the holidays and program staff shortages. Normal operating hours throughout the winter are daily, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Cave Rock and...
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Photos with Santa Claus at Buckland Station Dec. 17 and 18, 2011

Posted by on Dec 6, 2011 in News, State Parks | Comments Off SILVER SPRINGS, Nev. – Santa Claus will be visiting Buckland Station at Fort Churchill State Historic Park Dec. 17 and 18. Everyone is invited to attend and have pictures taken with Santa. Pictures will be taken by local photographer and Fort Churchill Artist in Residence, Richard Massey. Children waiting in line for pictures will be able to make a small Christmas ornament to take home. WHAT:...
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