The weather is warming up in Nevada City and it’s a perfect time to visit our friends at Treats. As you can see below their ice cream doesn’t last long! Peggy & Bob Wright describe their ice cream as “Homemade artisans ice cream, made with local and organic ingredients, when possible.” If you’re not in the […]
The wildflowers are in season at Bridgeport on the South Yuba River. Pack a picnic and head to Buttermilk Bend Trail, the level trail follows the river for 1.2 miles and is perfect for all ages and abilities. Guided walks every Saturday and Sunday at 11am through mid May. If you’re feeling ambitious ride your […]
Want to get 365 degree views of downtown Nevada City? Take a short walk up to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain. Bring a picnic and sit and enjoy the views. The trail starts at the top of Coyote Street on the left hand side and takes approximately 10-15 minutes to walk to the top. […]
Briar Patch Co-Op has something for everyone, whether its fresh local organic fruits and veggies, local wines, healthy meals to go, amazing fresh criossants, tickets to the latest local performance or bulk foods. Really, you just need to pop in and check it out yourself. Their comphrensive website has information on how to get involved, cooking classes, […]
It’s spring, time to dust off the bike and hit the trails. If you’re looking for a community of riders try BONC (Bicyclists of Nevada County) or stop by the Outside Inn for a map of some of our local singletrack rides, you’re bound to find someone else outdoors with the same idea. © 2012 […]
Hungry? Head to Jernigan’s Tap House & Grill on Argall Lane, Nevada City and check out their menu of burgers or sandwiches (my vote is the tri-tip sandwich) and wash it down with one of the many beers on tap. Live music Wednesday/Friday and Saturdays. © 2012 InnSide Nevada City
Wendy Van Wagner’s In the Kitchen offers hands on cooking class, for all ages. When I asked her for her favorite spring time receipe she replied with, “Did you know that Strawberry Shortcake is really one of the EASIEST desserts to make? The only real cooking/baking is making the shortcakes! The rest is sliced strawberries and […]
The opening cermony for Hirschman’s Trial is April 21st, 9am. I’ve complied a few of my favorite photos from the last year. If you need directions the Outside Inn office has a free map of the trail. It’s become a favorite of our guests, due to the proximitiy to town. If you’d don’t make it […]
I’m super excited to announce our winner of the web design and photo shoot contest is Sheila Cameron. She has won a prize package by John Burnett. When I asked Sheila her thoughts on winning she replied with the following, “Thank you so much for running this wonderful contest. I can’t tell you how much this […]
Today’s post is brought to you by local photographer G Aronow Photography, many thanks to Georgette for these beautiful photographs and write up. This weekend and possibly next, Ananda is having their Spring celebration at the Crystal Hermitage, which they describe as the “spiritual heart of Ananda”. The tulips are just starting to bloom and […]
The Outside Inn’s blog has teamed up wtih Carolines Coffee Roasters to help celebrate their 30th birthday celebrations. Holly provided the coffee and I decorated the goodies. The fun coffee crate includes 2 coffee mugs, 3 sample packs of coffee, a bookmark and a greeting card. How can you win? Stop by the Carolines Coffee […]
Spring is in bloom at the Outside Inn, all of these beautiful flowers were found around the property, come on by and smell the flowers. © 2012 InnSide Nevada City
Get inspired to paint and draw, take a fine arts class by Ruth Chase at As If Studios in Grass Valley. Her next class is all about Portrait Drawing, April 14th 10am-1pm. “Using traditional exercises with a twist. You will come out of this class not only with drawing skills but also the ability to see creatively,” […]
Need a book? Check out the Friends of Nevada County Libraries Book Sale, held the first Saturday of every month from 9am- 3pm at the Doris Foley Historical Library. Thousands of books available priced between 25 cents to $3. You’re bound to find something you need to take home. Or if you’ve got a few […]
The Outside Inn’s blog InnSide Nevada City has teamed up with local photographer and web designer John Burnett for a chance to win a professional photo shoot and custom web site design, click here for details on the prize package. Check out the entries below, they range from food, art, wine to business support services and […]
Indian Springs Vineyards Tasting Room in downtown Nevada City is a welcoming place to stop in, sample some wine or perhaps sit in the front window and have a glass. Our friends at Indian Springs have offered us a special “Friends of Outside Inn” promotion. Post a comment on this blog post and tell us your […]
Pearl came to visit us over the weekend, she loved her stay in the Paddler’s Suite. She joins the Outside Inn flickr club of furry friends of the Outside Inn. We allow dogs in 13 of our 16 rooms, so if you have a dog and want to visit Nevada City, give us a […]
Looking for a casual place to have lunch in Nevada City? Check out Matteo’s Public, open for lunch Tuesday through Sunday. Matt is offering a special giveaway to Outside Inn’s fans, post a comment on this blog post about your favorite thing about Matteo’s Public; is it the beer sampler, the live music, the patio […]
Sierra Farm to Table brought a Equinox Dinner to the Stonehouse and treated an intimate gathering of people to a delicious meal with local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Jim Gates, owner of Nevada County Free Range Beef, was the special guest for the first banquet style meal. Shanan Manuel and Pauli Halstead hope to continue to share […]
The Outside Inn’s blog likes to help promote local activities, events and businesses. We have partnered up with John Burnett Photography to offer a special contest to one lucky Nevada City/Grass Valley business. The prize is a Free Website & Professional Photo Shoot, which will include: Website with up to six pages (wordpress based). Widescreen photographic format 2-3 […]
It doesn’t snow in downtown Nevada City very often, so it’s always amazing to see Outside Inn covered with a blanket of snow. I’m glad I snapped these photos early, because the photos below were both taken today, within hours of each other. © 2012 InnSide Nevada City