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Outside Inn Veggie Cart

The 2012 season for the Outside Inn's vegetable cart has come to an end, but we sure have enjoyed the constant stream of fabulous and amazing free fruits and veggies.  This blog post shares a few photos from this summer, click here for an…
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Rock Climbing

"Nevada County is an outdoor playground," says South Yuba Club trainer Joan Daugherty, "It's a great place to rock climb."  Joan's top three favorite places to climb are "Donner Summit, Bowman Lake and Auburn Quarry."  Mike Carville, owner…
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Holdrege and Kull Fall Classic

Because the weather has been great, and the fall colors make bike riding so satisfying, Holdrege and Kull, that fine engineering firm in town, once again sponsored a community mountain bike, road cycling, and hike followed by a band and…
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South Yuba Trail in Fall

Nevada City received its first winter storm and while some may think the colder weather it's time to stay inside, we think it's a great time to get out and explore.  These photos are from the South Yuba Trail, starting at Edwards Crossing…
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Fall Colors Walk

The Sierra Club Run Through the Colors event did not happen this year, but a few dedicated fans decided to walk the course this morning to celebrate fall, the Sierra Club and the many fond memories of the event.  Click here for photos from…
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Getting Ready for Ski Season, *giveaways

It's time to start thinking about the ski season.  Lake Tahoe ski resorts have announced their opening days, it's time to get in shape, get the gear and get out there.  To help get you ready Mike Carville from South Yuba Club has made a 6…
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Mountain Biking Truckee to Nevada City

A crew of 8 hardy and adventuresome mountain bikers recently rode  from Truckee to Nevada City, successfully completing an almost all dirt 70 mile ride.   Dan Goldsmith and Matt Reynolds spent weeks researching the route, which included…
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Art OnSite Deer Creek Tribute Trail

Have you been for a walk/run/bike ride along the Deer Creek Tribute Trail?  The 9 mile trail starts in downtown Nevada City and explores the area above, beside and through Deer Creek.  Stop by the Outside Inn's office for a free map if you…
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Mountain Biking Hole in the Ground

Have you been to Hole in the Ground?  The 18 mile mountain bike ride starts up at the summit.  "One of more popular, close by/out of the area mountain bike rides, people love to escape and try to something different," Duane Strawser, of the…
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Bridgeport

While the temperatures may be dropping a bit, now is still a fabulous time to head to the South Yuba River.  Head down to Bridgeport and walk along the Buttermilk Bend trail, check out the covered bridge or bring a book and sit on a rock…
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Celebration of Life Triathlon

Congratulations to all the participants of the 18th annual Barbara Schmidt Millar Celebration of Life Triathlon.  Over 400 women swam, biked and ran around Cascade Shores in Nevada City.  The event raised over $50,000 this year, with money…
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Fishing in Nevada City

My research assistant here admits that he doesn't know much about fishing, hasn't actually caught a fish in a non-stocked pond, but enjoys getting out in the South Fork of the Yuba River and giving it a try. California School of Fly Fishing,…
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Malakoff Diggins

Malakoff Diggins outside of Nevada City offers a lot of options for a day time excursion, gold mining, fishing, picnic spots or take a town tour of historic North Bloomfield.  Tours offered Friday, Saturday and Sundays at 1:30 for the rest…
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Nevada City Mountain Biking

New Zealander Nicole Ranger mountain biking Round Mountain Trail and Hudson Trail in Nevada City.  She thinks the trails here are "awesome."  She enjoyed the added technical challenges of the rocky terrain.  If you're looking for riding…
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Bouldering in Nevada City

Along a the quiet country road called Factory Street are a collection of granite boulders with telltale chalk marks on them.  The chalk is used by local climbers to grip the tiny ledges as they maneuver around the granite slabs.  Here is…
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Swimming Holes

Time to cool off in Nevada City!  Head to the river, the lake or the pool!  We've done a number of posts on great water activities. Magical spots on the South Yuba River Kayaking on Lower Scotts Flat Lake Stand Up Paddle Boarding at…
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Lower Scotts Flat Lake

Looking for a fun family friendly water activity?  While the rest of the county is down at the South Yuba River try taking a trip out to Lower Scotts Flat Lake.  The smaller (and slightly cooler) lake is just downstream from Scotts Flat…
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South Yuba River

Have you been for a dip in the South Yuba River yet?  I took the top right photo last night in an after work dip, such a fabulous way to end the day.  There are so many amazing swimming holes out our back door.  Stop by the Outside Inn if…
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Nevada City Classic Bicycle Race

The 52nd Nevada City Classic Bicycle Race took place today in and around downtown Nevada City.  The well established race is the second oldest cycling in the US and the oldest in the West.  Crowds came out, despite the heat, to cheer on…
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Swimming

It's warming up and time to go swimming!  Lots of options in Nevada City, head to the river (click here and here for some photos from last summer), jump in Pioneer Park pool or if you're a guest at the Outside Inn come for a dip in our pool.…
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Paddle boards at Scotts Flat Lake

Looking for a fun outdoor activity?  Go try stand up paddle boarding out on Scotts Flat Lake.  Mountain Recreation has just launched a new rental service at Scotts Flat Campground, stop by Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays 12-6 to try a Boga…