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Wild Nevada
Episode 211: The Right Tuff
Season 2
Episode 11
This trip takes hosts Chris and Dave on a geologic field trip in the Spanish Springs and Red Rock area in northern Nevada. The adventure begins with a stop at the Miocene Fossil Lake Beds and then, it is on to an area of striking geology known as the “Moon Rocks.” The group drives to Red Rock Canyon to hike into the canyon and concludes at Petersen Mountain hunting for quartz crystals.
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Exploring spectacular locales and ways to enjoy the autumn hues in northern Nevada.
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Exploring Nevada's Extraterrestrial Highway, from alien swag to fascinating science and geology.
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Exploring the historic Pony Express route and its history across Nevada, from California to Utah
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Travel from Eureka to the Alta-Toquima Wilderness for some camping fun and a hike up Mount Jefferson
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Heading into the remote desert of Esmeralda County to explore unique and diverse landscapes
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Exploring Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park, along with a visit to Austin, NV, and a nearby hot springs.
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Visiting Pershing County's Marzen House Museum, Lovelock Cave and Rye Patch State Recreation Area.
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Traveling a pair of historic routes that once led to gold, but now lead to scenic adventures in the
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Visiting the community of Yerington, along with Walker Lake, Weber Reservoir, and the Walker Basin.
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Following the path of some of the earliest immigrants in southeastern Nevada in a new adventure.
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This trip explores some of the adventure that can be accessed along and near the Carson River.
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Exploring some of the prehistoric history in northern Las Vegas and Death Valley National Park.