NEVADA GHOST TOWNS & BEYOND

Recent Ghost Towns & Travel Updates

Dun Glen & the not-so-final, final resting place

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The ghost town of Dun Glen was one of the largest towns in Northern Nevada. In addition to mining, the town was a regional supply center. Conflict is a way of life, and Dun Glen had its share, including thefts, fights and hostilities with Native Americans.Sadly, Dun Glen will be remembered for a conflict between modern mining and history... leaving a family's final resting place less than ... VIEW POST

Candy Dance 2022

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I had a great time at Candy Dance. I met many followers and new readers and talked about ghost towns for two days. Alan is an avid follower and was unable to attend. However, his sweet wife wanted a picture to show she had met me; it was the weekend's highlight. Stan and I hardly had time to sit down; we were non-stop selling, especially on Saturday. I was exhausted at the end of each day. ... VIEW POST

Rainbow & Candy Dance

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If you are at Candy Dance in Genoa, say hi to me. Better yet, meet Stan Paher! I will be helping Stan Saturday and Sunday. The booth is by the regular bathrooms at Mormon Station. Stan has a great collection of Nevada history books and is happy to sign them. I am so glad I looked outside when I did. My little one was home sick for a week, so I had been sleeping in and missed a gorgeous ... VIEW POST

Honey Badger got a new sister!

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So, I did a thing this weekend. We weren't planning on trading out my daily driver until next year. We talked about trading the Enclave for an SUV that handled easier off-road trips and didn't get beat up on the ranch. Also, something I can explore in without getting 12 mpg. When Honey Badger was at the dealership last week, I checked out a 2023 Grand Cherokee Overland. I loved my Enclave, ... VIEW POST

Johntown: Nevada’s First Ghost Town

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On the way home from a Labor Day trip up Jumbo Grade, I decided to look for the ghost town of Johntown. I learned that the obscure town was Nevada's first mining camp which also became Nevada's first ghost town. Even though nothing remains, Johntown was once home to the movers and shakers of the Comstock. While the town is forgotten by many, it played a vital role in the Comstock Lode. Gold ... VIEW POST