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Holiday events at Sand Harbor December 27 and 28, 2014

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INCLINE VILLAGE, NV. – Enjoy the holidays by taking a sleigh ride around Sand Harbor or renting snow shoes to get down to the beach. The park restaurant will be open weekends for a holiday drinks and snacks. Special meal and sleigh ride packages will be available as well.

‘Before It Was a Park’ History Talk

Join rangers for a presentation on Comstock history and how the natural resources of the Tahoe area supported the activities of the mining district. Follow other events as well leading up to the creation of the park. The event is free but an entrance fee into the park will be required. All ages are welcome.

WHEN: Saturday, December 27th, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

WHERE: Visitor Center at Sand Harbor, 3 miles south of Incline Village on Hwy. 28.

‘Christmas Heritage’ Talk

Join park staff for a presentation on how Christmas has been celebrated over the years, in different areas, and learn a little about the history and culture surrounding this most important family holiday. The event is free but an entrance fee into the park will be required. All ages are welcome.

WHEN: Sunday, December 28th, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

WHERE: Visitor Center at Sand Harbor, 3 miles south of Incline Village on Hwy. 28.

Hike the Point with Rangers

Join park rangers for a fun and informative ¾ mile hike around the scenic Sand Point Boardwalk at Sand Harbor. Learn about Lake Tahoe along the way as well as interesting facts about the plants and animals in the area. All ages are welcome. Please be sure to dress for the weather and bring your own snacks and drinks. The event is free but an entrance fee into the park will be required.

WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, December 27 and 28, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: Visitor Center at Sand Harbor, 3 miles south of Incline Village on Hwy. 28.

SOURCE: State Parks.

 

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