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Melissa Arnot, The Center for the Arts

 The Center for the Arts brought Melissa Arnot to town last night and a packed house came to hear her speak.  Melissa is the world record holder for the most Mount Everest summits by a woman.  Many thanks Melissa for sharing your down to…
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Snow Mountain NID Trail

While we wait for the rain to return to California, why not head outside and soak up the sunshine.  Snow Mountain NID trail is one mile up Highway 20 and offers a level easy hike along the irrigation ditch.  So grab your bike, your kid, the…
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Loma Rica Bangor Loop Ride

Lots of sunny days in Nevada City this month, what to do when the skiing up the hill isn't calling your name?  Hop on your bike!  "This lack of winter is a worry for all of us, but I have to say it is a boon for cycling.  We drove 20 minutes…
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Things to Do and Winter Specials

Time to plan your winter escape to Nevada City, so I've put together a few itineraries to help you with your trip planning, and make sure you scroll all the way to the bottom for the limited time offer Outside Inn winter special promotion. Couples…
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Triathlon Club

Is your New Years resolution to get in shape?  Have you ever considered doing a triathlon?  Are you inspired by the ladies at the Barbara Schmidt Millar Triathlon?  There's a new tri club forming right here in Nevada City.  The Soles…
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Why I love Nevada City

Happy New Year!  I love our community and have put together a list of a few of the reasons why I love Nevada City. Community: I love the small town vibe of our community, whether it's people helping others in need, small town businesses…
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Upcoming Film Festivals

The Backcountry Film Festival returns to Nevada City tonight, 7pm at the Nevada Theatre, a fundraiser for the local non-profit organization Snowlands Network.  It will be an action packed evening with films by Sweetgrass Productions, Powderwhore…
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Nevada City

There are so many things I love about living in a small town.  As many of you know through the InnSide Nevada City blog I share my love of Nevada City and the area through photos, and occassionaly a few tid bits of information.  Thanks to…
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Ski Season

Are you ready for ski season?  I know we're all enjoying the amazing fall weather, but really, it's not too early to start gearing up for the upcoming winter.  With a number of world-class ski resorts just up the hill from Nevada City (Sugar…
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Nevada City Fall Colors

It is prime fall colors time in Nevada City and I can't stop marveling at the natural beauty throughout town.  I posted this blog post last week about one of my favorite trees on Nevada Street and now the tree around the corner at Willow Valley…
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Fall Colors

Fall... I already said it's one of my favorite seasons, but I stopped to capture this tree on Nevada Street this morning and I figured I'd say it again, "I love fall color."  (I have a feeling there may be more than one blog posts celebrating…
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Celebration of Life Triathlon

Barbara Schmidt Millar Celebration of Life Triathlon is one of those events that makes me proud to call Nevada City home.  The 19th annual women's only triathlon took place this morning in Cascade Shores. The event is a fundraiser for the Women's…
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Art OnSite, Deer Creek Tribute Trail

The Art OnSite Deer Creek Tribute Trail art exhibition makes its grand opening this weekend.  If you aren't familiar with the downtown Nevada City walk, now is a great time to go explore, with 8 international artists showcased in the natural…
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Mountain Dog South Yuba River Swimming Hole

Mountain Dog is one of the most asked about swimming holes on the South Yuba River.  Last summer it was named one of the Best of California Swimming Holes in California and guests at the Outside Inn have been looking for directions to the…
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SUP Races at Scotts Flat Lake

If you missed last night's end of the season SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board) race at Scotts Flat Lake, don't worry, just rent a board from Mountain Recreation, throw some drinks in a cooler and bring the kids (and you'll have a similar experience).…
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Nevada County Images-Josh Miller Photography

The 7 reasons I love living in Nevada County, By Josh Miller I'd like to welcome a special guests to the Outside Inn's blog, Josh Miller, a local photography whose work I have long admired.  After his photo graced the cover of Nevada County…
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Cycling around California

The Outside Inn hosts some of the coolest guests, today's crew including 6 mates from Australia who are on a self guided cycling tour around the northern part of California.  Their trip will span 4 weeks and cover 1000 miles.  Ferdy, the…
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Cycling Nevada City to Downieville

Today's blog post comes from my mother, Evans Phelps, who is an inspiration to many of us in her continual quest for new outdoor experiences .  This week she took a ride with her new touring bike from Tour of Nevada City and shared some…
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South Yuba River Adventures

TGIF, what your your plans for the weekend?  Summer is in full swing in Nevada City, why not take the kids to the South Yuba River for a great family friendly activity.  These young men took their boogie boards underneath the bridge at…
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Nevada City Lakes

Nevada City is known for the South Yuba River and all the magical places to cool down and explore, but have you ever considering have a day by the lake?  Within 20-30 minutes of downtown you could be at the shores of Scotts Flat, Lower Scotts…
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Gold Country Ultimate Frisbee

Did you know there's an active Ultimate Frisbee league in Nevada County?   The summer season may be almost done, but if you were looking to connect with other ultimate frisbee players check out Gold Country Ultimate Frisbee, pick up games…