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Soroptimist Garden Tour 2012

This year's Soroptimist International Garden Tour was a amazing collection of special outdoor spaces through out Nevada County.  The gardens ranged from natural no watering flower beds to beautifully manicured lawns and bushes that have matured…
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Bike & Hike Event

The 2012 Bike & Hike Event took place today at Seven Hills School.  The fundraiser for the Nevada City Schools had something for everyone; road rides, hikes, obstacle courses, tricycle races, silent auction, taco lunch, plus more.  Lots…
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Kayaking in Nevada City

This is the time of year you see those plastic boats tied to the top of trucks driving up and down Hwy 49.  The runoff is happening and the rivers are running.   We are surounded by white water living here in Nevada City. Here is what…
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Buttermilk Bend Trail, Bridgeport

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…
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Sugar Loaf Mountain

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…
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Nevada City Mountain Biking

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…
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Hirschman Trail

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,…
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Independence Trail

The weather in Nevada City is fabulous, why not take a hike?  Independence Trail is 5.5 miles from downtown Nevada City off Highway 49.  The trail twists and turns along the Excelsior Canal, where the gold rush era wooden flumes now provide…
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Jim Rogers Memorial ride

A cold misty Saturday did not deter the 150 riders who came out to remember fellow cyclist Jim Rogers, who was killed two years ago on Hwy 174 by a passing motorist while riding his bicycle.  The group rode en mass to remember one of the…
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Cascade Canal NID trail

Since we're still having a mild winter in Nevada City, why not go for a hike?  The Outside Inn has a thorough selection of trail maps in our office, stop by for directions to some of our favorite trails. The Cascade Canal trail (or Banner…
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Cycling to Bridgeport

What do you do when there's no snow?  Get on your bike!  Put on your Outside Inn jersey and hit the fabulous Nevada County roads.  Dieter and the ladies rode did the Bridgeport Loop.  Stop by the Outside Inn for a map, because one of these…
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South Yuba River, Edwards Crossing

Since we're having such a mild winter here in Nevada City, why not take a hike down along the South Yuba Trail.  Start at Edwards Crossing and hike downstream, stop by the Outside Inn office for a map.  Below are some more photos from a recent…
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Best of Nevada City

Happy New Year's Eve from all of us at the Outside Inn.  The Innside Nevada City blog has grown and evolved over the last 12 months and I'm excited to continue to share our love for the community in the year to come.  I've done a recap on…
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Best of Nevada County hikes

There are a lot of great walks and hikes in our area and I've been profiling a few of them throughout the year, so I thought in honor of the end of the year it'd be nice to compile a best of list with a few photos to help motivate you to…
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Fishing at Hirschman’s Pond

Fishing at Hirschman's Pond in downtown Nevada City.  For more information on the pond click here and the loop trail click here.
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Outside Inn Gift Giving Guides

Welcome to the last of the Outside Inn's gift giving guides.  If you're still looking for a gift for your loved ones here's a list of the past Friday's local shopping guides. Wine Lovers Gift Guide Holiday Gift Guide for Children Food Lovers…
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South Yuba Trail

Since the sun is still shining, why not go for a hike on the South Yuba River Trail.  Outside Inn employee Trinity Wilson took her dogs Jack and Shelby on the 15 mile stretch from Washington to Edwards.  Click on the photos below for a glimpse…
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Nevada City Mountain Biking

Dan Thiem and Dieter King mountain biking in Nevada City.  Great mountain bike trails just out the Outside Inn's backdoor.  The sun is shining, get on your bike and go for a spin. Just watch out for the log at the bottom. Photos by Evans…
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Deer Creek Tribute Trail

If you haven't been down to the Deer Creek Tribute trail (click here and here for past posts on the trail in downtown Nevada City) you should go down and check out the recently extended loop on the other side of the pedestrian bridge.  The…
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Sierra Snapshots Travel Program

Cheryl Noble's TV program Sierra Snapshots is a travel show that showcases the Northen Sierra Nevada areas.  This week's episode is all about dog friendly activities.  Click on the video below to see some of the people and places Cheryl and…
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Outdoor Enthusiast Gift Guide

Looking for a gift idea for the outdoor enthusiast on your Christmas list?  Join the Plaid Friday movement this week and shop local.  (For other great local gift ideas click on my previous gift giving guides, Wine Lovers, Children Gift ideas…