There were some surprises at Water Canyon near Winnemucca. I thought for sure it would be past peak by now. An early season snow storm with wind had rolled in a couple days before I arrived there on October 24, 2022. To my surprise, the aspens in the upper part …
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When the cottonwoods start to change color, they’re a majestic sight, 24-karat gold umbrellas. That’s what is happening now around Cradlebaugh Bridge, on Highway 395 in the Carson Valley between Carson City and Minden. Professional photographer Patrick Wilkes stopped there on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 to capture these beautiful shots. …
One of the best fall color drives for people in Northwestern Nevada includes gorgeous autumn color along with weekend pig races, a giant sling shot, even homemade pie. Start the day traveling south on 580/395 from Reno or Carson. When you reach the northern part of Carson Valley you’ll cross …
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Did you know aspens do something in the winter that other trees don’t do? Trees use a process called photosynthesis to produce the sugar they need to survive. In the winter, trees that lose their leaves (called deciduous trees) are mostly dormant and stop photosynthesis. But not the majestic and …
Looking for a gift for the fall foliator in your life? Here are some nature gifts every leaf peeper will love. From a unique coffee mug to a wall calendar with soothing fall photos and other nature scenes to elegant, aspen-leaf wine glasses and more, we present gift ideas to …
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