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Wilbur D. May Museum presents ‘The Lost World Of Dragons’

Feb 15, 2025

Wilbur D. May Museum presents ‘The Lost World Of Dragons’

"The Lost World of Dragons" showcases dragons from all over the world and educates visitors on how dragons fit into different cultures by featuring animatronic dragons and more!

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Wes Jahn named curator at Wilbur D. May Museum

Feb 5, 2025

Wes Jahn named curator at Wilbur D. May Museum

The Wilbur D. May Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Wes Jahn as its new curator. Jahn brings a wealth of experience in museum programming and a passion for engaging the community with dynamic exhibitions and educational initiatives.  

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Washoe County will implement fines to improve safety and enjoyment at regional parks beginning July 1

Jul 1, 2024

Washoe County will implement fines to improve safety and enjoyment at regional parks beginning July 1

Beginning today, July 1, Washoe County park rangers and district managers will add “enforcement officer” to their titles, and will have the authority to issue citations and fines for code violations at all Regional Parks and Open Space areas.  

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Kick back for music and fun at Lazy 5 Summer Concert Series

May 31, 2024

Kick back for music and fun at Lazy 5 Summer Concert Series

Join friends and neighbors every Wednesday at Lazy 5 Regional Park for an evening of music and fun with the 19th Annual Lazy 5 Summer Music Series.  This 10-week concert series features a little bit of something for everyone, from classic rock to country hits to...

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Join us this weekend for Living History at Bowers Mansion

May 14, 2024

Join us this weekend for Living History at Bowers Mansion

The historic Bowers Mansion will begin its 2024 tour season with a Living History Event this weekend. Return to the days of Nevada’s statehood, bring a picnic lunch, enjoy the grounds and tour the mansion.  Enjoy live music by Sage Creek Bluegrass and food from the...

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Help us plan for the future of Rancho San Rafael Regional Park

May 8, 2024

Help us plan for the future of Rancho San Rafael Regional Park

Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space is currently in the process of updating its Park Master Plan for Rancho San Rafael Regional Park. This is the public’s opportunity to share their opinion on the what the future of the 575-acre park should look like.  

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Farm Day returns to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park

Apr 26, 2024

Farm Day returns to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park

Celebrate spring with Farm Day by bringing the family to Rancho San Rafael Regional Park’s Nevada Farms and Families area with activities from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday April 28.  

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Explore the Living History of Bowers Mansion on October 21

Oct 12, 2023

Explore the Living History of Bowers Mansion on October 21

The historic Bowers Mansion will end its 2023 tour season with another Living History Event. Return to the days of Nevada’s statehood, bring a picnic lunch, enjoy the grounds and tour the mansion.  WHAT: Living History Event at Bowers Mansion.  WHEN: Saturday,...

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Renown Health, Washoe County, and National Fitness Campaign Make Fitness Free for Community

Sep 18, 2023

Renown Health, Washoe County, and National Fitness Campaign Make Fitness Free for Community

Renown Health, Washoe County, and National Fitness Campaign  (NFC) today announced a partnership to bring an outdoor Fitness Court® to two Washoe County regional parks: Rancho San Rafael and South Valleys. The Fitness Courts will      officially open on Wednesday,...

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S’more Family Fun Fridays: Washoe County Parks offers free programs under the stars

Jun 8, 2023

S’more Family Fun Fridays: Washoe County Parks offers free programs under the stars

Park Rangers with Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space invite one and all to make this a memorable summer for the whole family at the “Galena Campfire Programs”, taking place at Eagle Meadow at Galena Creek Regional Park each Friday evening throughout the summer.

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Bowers Mansion turns up the volume with Programs on the Porch

Free concert & performance series to run from May-June

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May 2, 2017

Spring Clean-Up Day at the Wilbur D. May Arboretum this Saturday

Annual event seeks volunteers to get public garden ready for spring

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Apr 24, 2017

Come in from the Cold programs at Bartley Ranch Park

Concert series begins February 11, 2017.

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Feb 10, 2017

End of the trail for Nevada Discovery Ride

Welcome home Samantha Szesciorka from 1,100 mile trip.

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Oct 17, 2016

Canceled Treat your taste buds to all things apple

You are invited to the Washoe Valley Cider Squeeze Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016. This is event is canceled.

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Oct 13, 2016

Bartley Ranch Regional Park is pleased to announce Sierra-Nevada Autumn Photo Exhibit

Share your fall-themed photos with Washoe County.

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Sep 7, 2016

Explore Washoe County’s picturesque parks using the new Truckee Meadows Trails Guide

The new guide features two additional trails and is available now.

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Aug 11, 2016

On the trail again

Follow along as County Employee embarks on 1,100-mile journey across Nevada.

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Aug 10, 2016

County sells Sky Ranch Park property to support economic development

Money from the sale will go toward future park needs in Spanish Springs.

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May 18, 2016

Small areas of two local parks will close temporarily

Link Piazzo Dog Park and a portion of Bartley Ranch Regional Park will close April 4, 2016.

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Apr 1, 2016

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