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Trails Day Fair

Nevada County Celebration of Trails Day Fair today was a success.  Thanks to all the folks who participated, it was awesome to see groups and businesses who support the outdoors and trails gathered in one spot.  BYLT Outreach Coordinator…
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Celebration of Trails

This Saturday, May 30th is Nevada County Celebration of Trails Day and the Bear Yuba Land Trust has organized an entire day to encourage folks to get outside and enjoy the trails.  A full list of the day's activities can be found online here.…
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Summer Fun

Happy Memorial Day Weekend.  Looking to start planning your summer fun, here are a few of my favorite summer activities. Swimming at the South Yuba River Farmers Markets: Nevada City Farmers Market, Nevada County Growers Market, Grass…
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Outside Inn Sign

For a girl who loves our community and all things Nevada City, I don't write very many blog posts about the Outside Inn.  But I'm excited to share with you our new sign (thanks Grass Valley Sign).  We rebranded the Outside Inn's logo earlier…
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What’s SUP?

Mountain Recreation's SUP rentals out at Scotts Flat Lake will be available starting this weekend.  Daily rentals will be available at the Day Use area at the Scotts Flat Campground Saturday, Sunday and Monday of Memorial Day weekend…
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Amgen Tour of California

Amgen Tour of California, Stage 2 start in downtown Nevada City was the place to be this morning.  The 10th anniversary cycling road race includes 18 of the world's top professional cycling teams, which include Olympic medalists, Tour…
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Camp Augusta

Have you heard of Camp Augusta?  The summer camp has been operating for the last 80 years on 80 acres off Lake Vera Purdon Road less than 10 minutes outside of downtown Nevada City.  While my children have been on school field trips to…
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BriarPatch Cooking Class

BriarPatch Co-Op Community Cooking School is always cooking up something fun.  Last night I tried Maria Benner's Mexican Tacos and Salsas class.  We made three salsas: chile de arbol, avocado salsa and pastor salsa and then paired them with…
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First Friday Art Walk

The 2015 Nevada City First Friday Art Walk season kicked off last night with a theme of CYCLES and fun throughout downtown.  With 30 different spots on the map there was an opportunity to visit merchants, restaurants and pop up art galleries,…
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Books, books and more books

Books, books and more books...  this Saturday is California Independent Bookstore Day and if you've got time you can stop by The Book Seller for any one of their events, prizes or snacks, costumes encouraged. "We're so lucky to have…
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Summer Camps

The 4th annual Nevada City Summer Camp Fair is Saturday, May 2nd, 10am- 2pm at the Vet's Hall in downtown Nevada City.  If you're looking for more information on opportunities for kids this summer, this is a great event for you.  Nevada…
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Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet

Community Asian Theatre of the Sierra (CATS) opens the production of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet tonight at the historic Nevada Theatre.  The play is based on the best-selling historical fiction novel by Jamie Ford.  Follow…
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LORE: The Art of Story

DANK's new art exhibit "LORE: The Art of Story" in the Miners Foundry Osborn/Woods Gallery opens this weekend.  The collection of pieces opens at noon, Saturday, April 11th.  DANK (which is an acronym for Do Art Now Kids) includes:  Celine…
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Got Beer?

Are you a beer fan?  Nevada City has a lot of great options for local craft beers.  Matteo's Public has 10 draft beers on tap, some "local and not-so local," says owner Matt Marguiles.  "We've got local beers from Three Forks and Ol Republic…
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Points of Historical Interest

Have you ever stopped and looked at all the points of historical interest in downtown Nevada City?  You can check out the map below or print out the Nevada City Chamber Walking Tour Map.   It is a great way to check out mining artifacts…
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Things to Do

What to do in Nevada City?  I get this question every day at the Outside Inn and often I ask folks, tell me a little bit more and I can help send you in the right direction.  What I love is that our guests end up getting out and about…
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Mountain Biking

Nevada City is known as a world-class mountain biking destination and if you haven't been out cruising the trails, now is the season.  If you're looking to connect with others, think about joining BONC (Bicyclists of Nevada County), YBONC (Youth…
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Malakoff Diggins

Have you been to Malakoff Diggins State Park?   I often tell people that taking a hike on the loop trail is like visiting the moon as you have the opportunity to see California's largest hydraulic mine and the lasting effects of the…
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Nevada City Running Club

Spring is such a beautiful time of year in Nevada County.  If you're looking to get out and connect with other folks, check out Dr. Goodspeed-Walters running club or yoga for runners.  Her Saturday morning runs cover trails through out…
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Gray Goose

Gray Goose on Broad Street is one of those shops that you go inside looking for something in particular and you find 10 others things you didn't realize you needed.  Stuey stocks the shop full of eclectic and humorous items, ranging from…
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Cherry Tree at Ike’s Quarter Cafe

It's that time of the year when you have to walk up Commercial Street to check out the Cherry Blossom tree blooming on the patio at Ike's Quarter Cafe.  Click here for more spring time ideas of things to do in Nevada City & Grass Valley.…