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Carson Tahoe Health to Celebrate National Trails Day with New Paths and Wellness Opportunities

A new community trail will be completed June 2, on National Trail’s Day. Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space’s new 1.1 mile hiking/running/mountain biking trail, with trailhead space donated by Carson Tahoe Health, will run from the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center/Foothill Garden to Lakeview Estates.  This Saturday, volunteers will be completing The Foothill Trail, with its new trailhead just behind the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center, next to the Foothill Garden. The Foothill Trail is a result of Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space’s partnerships with several groups, including; Carson Tahoe Health; The Greenhouse Project; Northern Nevada Children’s Home; NDOT; and Muscle Powered. “Over the years, the Carson Tahoe Wellness Walk has become a beacon for local outdoor enthusiasts,” said …


Which Hiking Boots Are Right For You?

Now that we are in the swing of summer, we are sure you have been getting out and enjoying the outdoors. Living right next to Lake Tahoe also makes for some prettier than normal scenery. If you’re like us and like to get up there and explore the hiking trails, we are sure you will love this post!   Hiking is not only a great way to get in some exercise with your friends, it is the perfect way to explore nature and see parts nature that hasn’t been overrun by us humans. However, whenever the word hiking comes up, you know the discussion about tennis shoes versus hiking boots follows. Some like hiking boots, while others swear they are …