Nevada Magazine chose two of my photos as the runner-up in The Great Nevada Picture Hunt: ghost town and, shockingly, wildlife. I am honored to be in the company of many outstanding photographers, including my friend Jackie Gorton. I also have my second feature article: Portal Through Time, about the Sutro Tunnel. Let Nevada Magazine know if you like my articles and want to see more. ... VIEW POST
Recent Ghost Towns & Travel Updates
Pleasant Grove House: Losing History
Like the California gold rush, Pleasant Grove House started with a bang, yet its glory faded over time. It began as a waystation for travelers headed to the gold fields of California and later served as a remount station for the famed Pony Express. Now, the 172-year-old historic station is ignored, a silent witness to progress and the passage of time. Abandoned and dilapidated, with new housing ... VIEW POST
Friday Funday
Friday, Austin of Nevada Expeditions had to drop off his work ride for service in Reno, and he asked if I wanted to explore for a few hours. Hmmm, of course! Nevada State Hospital As an undergraduate in psychology, I loved classes on the history of mental health treatment. Techniques ranged from mundane to bizarre. One of my professors used to work at an old psych hospital, and he couldn't ... VIEW POST
FALL FUN
Enjoy the possibly last good day of the fall leaves! I took my advice, and my friend Denise and I explored Tallac Historical Site and had lunch and Rum Runners at the Beacon. The colors weren't as spectacular as last year, but they will still be gorgeous. It was a perfect way to spend a fall day. This weekend I have a volunteer appreciation day at Sutro. My mom wanted to see what I was ... VIEW POST
Top 10 Ghost Towns to visit this Fall
Fall is my favorite time of year to visit ghost towns. Temperatures are pleasant, the skis are beautiful, and the leaves are spectacular. Nothing sets off historic sites better than a pop of color, making it a photographer's dream. I collected a list of my top ten favorite ghost towns to visit as the leaves change colors. They are within a day trip from Carson City, Carson Valley, Reno, or ... VIEW POST
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