Wild Nevadacast
A podcast complement to the series with host Dave Santina
Episode 501 – River to River
Hosts Dave Santina and Chris Orr explore natural habitat at River Fork Ranch, Bently Heritage Distillery in Minden, kayaking and trail building at the new Walker River State Recreation Area.
Episode 502 – Pioche
Hikes through Echo Canyon State Park and Spring Valley State Park, Thompson’s Opera House and the Million Dollar Courthouse in Pioche
Episode 503 – Ely
Heading back in time from Ely to McGill, Cherry Creek and Egan Canyon, then an OHV ride with the High Desert Trailblazers and our first-ever attempt at disc golf.
Episode 504 – Tahoe Family Fun
Family activities around Lake Tahoe include a dog run up to Monkey Rock, a senior-friendly walk at Spooner Lake, kid-pleasing ride on the new Tahoe East Shore Trail and an all family experience at Taylor Creek.
Episode 505 – Dark Sky Territory
Launch from Gerlach on the Black Rock Desert, art at Planet X, surprise vehicle trouble, climbing Massacre Rim, experiencing the dark skies in person and astrophotography.
Episode 506 – Goldfield to Tonopah
In Goldfield, the historic firehouse, the mid-restoration high school, and the International Car Forest of the Last Church. In Tonopah, a haunted tour at the Mizpah Hotel and a blacksmithing lesson.
Episode 507 – Red Rock Canyon and Old Spanish Trail
At Red Rock Canyon, the Calico Tanks Trail leads to a spectacular view, plus Willow Springs pictographs. On the second day of the trip, it's south along The Old Spanish Trail and past historic locations.
Episode 508 – Desert National Wildlife Refuge
The Refuge has seven life zones, including an area known as the outback, featuring fossils, a yucca forest and transition from desert to pine-covered mountains. Day two, features interpretive trails with birding, an ancient grinding stone and a special aquarium exhibit.
Episode 509 – Carson City
The Nevada State Capitol Building is a destination of it's own, including the brand-new Battle Born Room. Then enjoy a trip into Washoe Valley and a visit to Bowers Mansion. A second day in the area includes King’s Canyon with a beautiful waterfall and the new Stewart Indian School Museum.
Episode 510 – Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Lake Mead National Recreation Area offers much, like Rogers Spring and the Bowl of Fire, which is a short hike away from the road and provides colorful views of a rocky landscape. This episode includes some bonus content.
Episode 511 – Tahoe Winter Fun
A snowshoe excursion from Carson Pass to Winnemucca Lake, then a soak in Grover Hot Springs. A second day of fun has cross country skiing at Tahoe XC and a new experience at Lake Tahoe Epic Curling in Stateline.
Episode 512 – Best of Season 5
Hosts Chris Orr and Dave Santina introduce their favorite moments from the season.
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