Activities, Events and Recreation
The Springs Preserve is the premier place in Las Vegas to explore the valley’s vibrant history through interactive science and nature exhibits, botanical gardens, hiking, trails, and live animal shows. There are numerous annual events for holidays such as Thanskgiving, Christmas and July 4. Check website for information on changing exhibits and events. The Nevada […]
OUR MISSION To preserve and improve the remaining habitat of birds and other wildlife, restore historical habitat, and educate the public, with emphasis on children, providing vision to all about our unique Nevada environments. A chapter of the National Audubon Society, based in Reno and serving all of northern Nevada, represents over 1,000 memberships of […]
Fallon National Wildlife Refuge provides limited recreation opportunities to visitors who enjoy getting away from it all. But a trip to Fallon NWR is not for the casual visitor – it takes a lot of planning and awareness to enjoy viewing the unique landscape and diverse wildlife found here. Regulation of recreation activities allows for […]
Stillwater NWR provides recreation opportunities to visitors who enjoy getting away from it all. Activities include viewing the unique geology and desert wildlife, waterfowl hunting, bird watching, and nature photography. Passenger vehicles are fine as long as roads are not wet or wash-boarded. Make sure to pack water, food, a cell phone or other signalling […]
The Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge headquarters is your destination for refuge information. Personnel are generally at this location daily, Monday thru Friday, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Informational brochures are available outside the office for weekend visitors. The refuge office is located in Ruby Valley, in Elko County, about 65 miles south and […]
As the largest refuge outside of Alaska, Desert NWR is an excellent place to visit, whether for a day trip or a longer stay. Desert NWR is more than twice the size of Rhode Island – here are some highlights of different destinations to get you started to explore the refuge. Some activities include: Camping […]
Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is a biodiversity hotspot and a haven for rare plants and animals; an incredible story of survival for an ancient species of fish. Experience the last remaining oasis in the Mojave Desert, ponder the mysteries of the famous Devils Hole, stroll along beautiful boardwalks and walk in the footsteps of […]
Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) is open to the public from sunrise until sunset every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from September through May. Due to the refuge’s small size, fragile habitat, and ongoing restoration work, the refuge is closed during June, July, and August. Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge is only 116 acres in […]
Whether hiking, hunting, camping, or fishing, your visit will be enriched with the wildlife of Pahranagat NWR. Boating Non-motorized boats or boats with electric motors are permitted on Middle Marsh Unit and Lower Lake throughout the year, and on Upper Lake from February 1 through September 30. Upper Lake is closed to boating October 1-January […]
The Mission of the Tahoe Rim Trail Association is to maintain and enhance the Tahoe Rim Trail system, practice and inspire stewardship, and preserve access to the natural beauty of the Lake Tahoe region. The backbone of our volunteer programs, volunteer workdays allow the TRTA to develop and implement dozens of projects every year to […]