Want to learn more about the Great Basin, the beautiful place we call home?

Well look no further, NOS has partnered with local experts to bring a community workshop featuring all the best parts of Nevada to YOU!

Join us for a day of learning all about local wildlife in the area with the Nevada Department of Wildlife, local plants and trees with NOS, local history with the California Trail Center and Northeastern Nevada Museum, and more!

There will also be local geologists presenting on the geology of the Great Basin and surrounding areas.

Pack a lunch as we fill you full of knowledge on the Great Basin: for example, did you know that the Great Basin Region has some of the most diverse landscapes and ecosystems?

Come to this FREE workshop to learn even more.

Please remember to dress warm as this event will take place outdoors.

Youth should be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop.

Be sure to pack a lunch and a water bottle.

S'mores and hot chocolate will be provided.

The path of the 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse happens to pass right through northern Nevada!

This rare and extraordinary event will take place Saturday, October 14th.

This event, in partnership with Nevada Outdoor School, the California Trail Center and Northeastern Nevada Museum will take place at the California Trail Center.

The event will start at 7:30am with treats and solar crafts.

Bring your own reusable cup or mug for some hot chocolate, coffee or tea!

The partial eclipse begins at 8:07am and then by 9:22am viewers will be able to see the annular eclipse which looks liks a ring of fire as the moon blocks all but the outer edges of the sun.

Solar glasses will be provided while supplies last.