CARSON VALLEY, Nev. – While humans famously tend to vacation in warmer climates during winter, nature reflects a vastly different reality, especially in Carson Valley, Nevada, nestled between the Sierra Nevada and Pinon Mountain ranges and just 45-minutes south of the Reno-Tahoe International Airport. In fact, bald eagles and other raptors follow herds of cows during birthing season in winter, swooping in and feasting on the afterbirth of … [Read more...]
County Clerk to Open Pop-up Marriage License Office at Harry Reid International Airport Dec 26-31
LAS VEGAS (December 2023) – With New Year's Eve 2023 expected to be an extraordinarily popular wedding date in the Wedding Capital of the World™, Clark County Clerk Lynn Marie Goya will open a pop-up Marriage License Bureau at Harry Reid International Airport from Dec. 26 through Dec. 31. Because Dec. 31, 2023—or 12/31/23—includes the rare numerical sequence of 1-2-3-1-2-3, it is considered an especially appealing date by many planning their … [Read more...]
The Best Places to Gamble in the US That Aren’t Las Vegas
Without a doubt, Las Vegas is the gambling capital of the US, and it likely always will be. But it’s not the only place. In fact, there may even be casinos in your state, and you just don’t know it. Forty-six states have some form of legalized gambling, so wherever you live in the US or just visit, there’s likely a gambling option nearby. Are you ready to take a road trip? Let’s look at the best places to gamble outside of Las … [Read more...]
3 Best US Cities to Visit with Epic Downtown Areas
When it comes to countries that have a lot to offer, there are few better than the USA. Being such a large and diverse country, there is really so much variety. From different climates and cultures to amazing sights, you are definitely not going to run out of places to go here. This is why people from other countries will often spend a couple of months just discovering all of the things America has to offer. Some of the best and underrated … [Read more...]
Kern River Canyon & Valley – November 2023
Whenever we drive through this special slice of the state we always start humming, Merle Haggard's Kern River, a sad song about a girl drowning in its swift waters. And more recently, the last song that the old Hag recorded, Kern River Blues. Located only about 15 minutes from downtown Bakersfield, the closest access to the river from Highway 178 winds along its banks for about 30 miles before reaching Lake Isabella. A number of pullouts are … [Read more...]
Ride & Seek Announces 27-day Cycling Tour Across Spain and Morocco
(Cordoba, Spain) -- Ride & Seek is thrilled to announce an immersive two-stage Reconquista cycling tour from Cordoba, Spain to Fez, Morocco, delving into the heart of the Reconquista's legacy. The Reconquista or the fall of al-Andalus is a term used to describe the military campaigns that Christian kingdoms waged against the Muslim kingdoms following the Umayyad conquest of Hispania. The 27-day tour begins in Cordoba, cycling through iconic towns … [Read more...]
The Trail: a novel by Ethan Gallogly
Gil's father recently passed and Gil was recently fired from his job. His father's best friend Syd, who is fighting leukemia decides to hike the 220 mile John Muir Trail in the high Sierra Nevada mountains. Gil's mother asks him to join Syd and Gil agrees despite nurturing a strong dislike of camping, being overweight and very inadequately prepared to take on a physical challenge of this magnitude. This is a story of how their relationship … [Read more...]
The Top Destinations for Casino Visitors
Gambling is a fun pastime for many adults, no matter where they're from or what walk of life they're from. There are many different ways to gamble, but traditional casinos are among the most visited, though online casinos are becoming increasingly popular. There are many cities that attract huge amounts of visitors, partially owing to their expansive gambling culture, some of which we'll explore in this article. First, we'll consider the … [Read more...]
Cast a Line into the Trout-Laden Waters of Topaz Lake this Winter
TOPAZ LAKE, Nev. (February 2023) – At 5,000 feet elevation and located just 15 minutes south of the communities of Minden and Gardnerville in Carson Valley, Nevada, Topaz Lake's glimmering waters bring a cold-weather winter fishing experience for eager anglers after those trophy-worthy catches. While Topaz Lake once held an annual fishing derby from January to April, the lake is now reliably stocked and open to shore and boat fishing all year … [Read more...]
Dig Into Comstock Caviar at Virginia City’s 32nd Annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry
Dig Into Comstock Caviar at Virginia City’s 32nd Annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry Tasty testes take over the historic town Saturday, March 11, 2023 VIRGINIA CITY, Nev. (January 2023) – There’s no better way to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day weekend than a place that honors its Irish heritage all year long. This spring, go nuts in Virginia City, Nevada, with the 32nd annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry, set for Saturday, March 11, 2023. Here chefs … [Read more...]
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