Elko Correspondence – December 2019
Christmas is almost here, and Elko has plenty of great Christmas events to see. Here are a few of the best in the area...
Elko Correspondence – October 2019
Fall is definitely here in Elko, and that means plenty of great events in October.
The Murals Are Done
The last week in September saw the...
Elko Correspondence – September 2019
End of summer hiking
September is one of the best month's for hiking in Elko County, and there are dozens of trails to choose from...
Elko Correspondence – August 2019
Elko is full of fun activities during August and here are a handful worth checking out:
Movies in the Park
The Northeastern Nevada Museum is showing...
Elko Correspondence – July 2019
Art in the Park
Elko County Art Club's annual Art in the Park craft and arts show is coming! July 13th and 14th, 2019! There's...
Elko Correspondence – May 2019
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo
Club Mexicano de Noreste de Nevada invites everyone to come celebrate the 19th annual Cinco de Mayo event on Saturday May...
Elko Correspondence – April 2019
April Greetings from Elko. Spring has arrived and we are enjoying the warmer weather.
Real Sarahs Coming to Elko
Come join the fun as this Americana...
Elko Correspondence – March 2019
We have had a snowy winter in Elko, and I am ready for Spring. Regardless of the weather, there is plenty to take in...
Elko Correspondence – February 2019
Winter Greetings from Elko. There is plenty to see and do in Elko if you are getting cabin fever.
Here are a few events to...
Elko Correspondence – January 2019
Happy New Year from Elko.
The National Cowboy Poetry Gathering
The "Gathering" is less than a month away. ...
Elko Correspondence – December 2018
It is the Christmas season in Elko, and there are plenty of holiday events to take in. Below are a few of the favorites.
Creche...
Elko Correspondence – November 2018
Fall greetings from Elko. There is lots to do this month, and here are a few events that caught my eye.
Cozy Cocktail Walk
Get into...
Elko Correspondence – October 2018
Fall is in the air, and there is lots to do in Elko this month while the weather is nice.
Western Folklife Center Happenings
The Western...
Elko Correspondence – September 2018
Outdoors in Elko County
There is plenty of summer left in September and here are a few of my ideas to consider:
Berry picking
The wild...
Elko Correspondence – August 2018
Summer Greetings from Elko! There is plenty going in the area, and here are a few activities to check out.
Jarbidge Days
Head to Jarbidge...
Elko Correspondence – July 2018
Summer greetings from Elko. There is plenty to see and do in Elko this month, including 4th of July Festivities. Let this Independence Day...
Elko Correspondence – June 2018
Farmers Markets
The Elko and Lamoille Farmers Markets are ready to get underway! The markets run from June -- October, and local producers invite you...
Elko Correspondence – May 2018
Halleck Bar Party
The public is invited to the Annual party at the Northeastern Nevada Museum that starts at 6 p.m. on May 4th. It...
Elko Correspondence – April 2018
Spring Gardening
The snow is melting, the ground is thawing, and it is time to head outside and do a little gardening. My favorite place...
Elko Correspondence – March 2018
Sheepherder's Ball
Elko's Basque Scene is alive and well. On March 10th the Elko Basque Club is hosting its Annual Sheep Herders Ball at the...
Elko Correspondence – February 2018
New Museum Opens in Elko
The Cowboy Arts and Gear Museum has its grand opening on February 2nd at 2 p.m. The museum is located...
Elko Correspondence – January 2018
Saddle Up for Cowboy Poetry
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The 2018 National Cowboy Poetry Gathering starts on the 29th of this month. Now is the time to get...
Elko Correspondence – November 2017
Edible Elko
Kennedy Ranch is raising great tasting grass fed beef, free range chickens and free range turkeys in Lamoille. Last week I picked...
Elko Correspondence – October 2017
Roll Out the Barrel
The Elko Downtown Business Association’s popular Beer Walk is coming back to Elko on Saturday October 14, 2017. It starts at...
Elko Correspondence – September 2017
September Camping
There is plenty of nice weather for camping in September. I recommend Angel Lake Campground for a quick weekend getaway. It is only...
Elko Correspondence – August 2017
Road Trip to Jarbidge
My summer is not complete without a trip to Jarbidge, and I made it up there over the 4th of...
Elko Correspondence – July 2017
Summer greetings from Elko. There is plenty to see and do in Elko this July. Here are a few of my favorites.
Wild about Flowers
This...
Elko Correspondence – June 2017
California Trail Days
On June 3rd and 4th, come experience western history as the California Trail Interpretive Center will be hosts its Annual Trail Days...
Elko Correspondence – May 2017
Edible Elko
The Fresh Fare Bistro has been open for a few months, and I finally tried it out, twice, during the past week. I...
Elko Correspondence – April 2017
Bighorns in the Rubies
Early Spring is the perfect time to see the Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep in the Ruby Mountains. Last weekend, I...
Elko Correspondence – February 2017
Old West Murals in Downtown Elko
In November and December, eleven photo murals were installed in downtown Elko. These photo murals, taken by Deon and...
Elko Correspondence – December 2017
It's beginning to look A Lot Like Christmas
Elko is jumping right into the Christmas spirit, and I wanted to share a few of...
Elko Correspondence – October 2016
Fall Colors in Elko County
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Fall brings a lot of changes to the mountains of Elko County, and one of the best to take in...
Elko Correspondence – September 2016
September Hiking in the Rubies
September is often the best time to hike in the Ruby Mountains, as the temperatures have cooled off and the...
Elko Correspondence – July 20016
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July Campouts
I'm paraphrasing a line from one of the poets who recited earlier this year at the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko, Doris...
Elko Correspondence – June 2016
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Waterfalls and wildflowers
June greetings from Elko. This is my first post, and I'm happy to be sharing stories about Elko and the surrounding area.
I've...
Elko Correspondence – February 2016
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Megateuthis Makes its Debut in Elko
The giant, mechanical squid known as Megateuthis was a Burning Man sensation this summer. Elko artist Barry Crawford spent...










































