Events at Valley of Fire State Park in March
Posted by alyce on Feb 21, 2013 in News | Comments Off OVERTON, Nev. – Valley of Fire State Park is offering a wide variety of programs and guided hikes this spring. All programs are free of charge, but entrance into the park is $10.00 per vehicle; Nevada residents receive a $2.00 discount. Please contact Ranger Amber Heman at 702-397-2088 or at vofranger2@mvdsl.com if you have any questions. Programs and hikes may change due to weather and...read more
22nd Annual World Atlatl Contest and Endurance Challenge at Valley of Fire State Park on March 22 through 24
Posted by alyce on Feb 20, 2013 in News | Comments Off OVERTON, Nev. – Three days of discovery and competition involving the ancient atlatl tool, which predates the bow and arrow and was commonly used by natives for hunting bighorn sheep. The events are free of charge, but entrance into the park is $10.00 per vehicle; Nevada residents receive a $2.00 discount. Please contact Ranger Amber Heman at 702-397-2088 or at vofranger2@mvdsl.com for...read more
Grants available for recreational trails projects
Posted by alyce on Feb 15, 2013 in News | Comments Off CARSON CITY, Nev. – Approximately $1,250,000 in grant funds from the Federal Highway Administration trails assistance program is available for motorized, non-motorized and education trail projects. The Nevada Division of State Parks is accepting applications for eligible projects that include new construction, maintenance, trail related facilities or education projects. A minimum of 30% of...read more
Trout Derby at Wild Horse State Recreation Area on Saturday and Sunday February 16 and 17
Posted by alyce on Feb 4, 2013 in News | Comments Off ELKO Nev. – The annual Wild Horse Trout derby continues this year on February 16 and 17. Fun for the whole family includes ice fishing, sledding, and ice skating. Cash prizes will be given for the longest trout each day. Numerous other prizes can also be won. Registration is $10.00 cash; used for cash prizes. Pulled pork and sloppy Joe sandwiches, hot drinks, and bait and tackle will be...read more
Leave No Trace Trainers Course at Valley of Fire State Park on March 2-3, 2013
Posted by alyce on Feb 1, 2013 in News | Comments Off Overton, Nev. – This program promotes skills and ethics to support the sustainable use of wild lands and natural areas. This is a two day course with one night of camping. After completing this course you will become a Leave No Trace Trainer and will receive a certificate from the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics in Boulder, CO. There is no cost for this program, but you will...read more
Programs at Valley of Fire State Park in February 2013
Posted by alyce on Feb 1, 2013 in News | Comments Off OVERTON, Nev. – Valley of Fire State Park is offering a wide variety of programs and guided hikes. All programs are free of charge, but entrance into the park is $10.00 per vehicle; Nevada residents receive a $2.00 discount. Please contact Ranger Amber Heman at 702-397-2088 or at vofranger2@mvdsl.com if you have any questions. Programs and hikes may change due to weather and...read more
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- Events at Valley of Fire State Park in March
- 22nd Annual World Atlatl Contest and Endurance Challenge at Valley of Fire State Park on March 22 through 24
- Grants available for recreational trails projects
- Trout Derby at Wild Horse State Recreation Area on Saturday and Sunday February 16 and 17
- Leave No Trace Trainers Course at Valley of Fire State Park on March 2-3, 2013
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