-
Ely
There is a sad song for every waitress in this town Phone calls to family at the forlorn parking lot Scattered showers and icy wind Casinos and taxidermy So glad we have wheels and gas in the tank
-
Highway 6
A soft spot in my heart for Nevada. Mountains taller than you know, roads so lonely your mind composes country music. Still you never know, you might run into long lost friends after you pulled over at a mile post in the middle of nowhere.
-
State Line Cabin
When you are in Gold Point, look for a Walt. Actually, don’t look for him, he will find you. You’ll get good stories and cheap burritos. Look in his eyes and you won’t ask why he moved from New York, back when it had seven million people to this town which now has seven. Tip…
-
Gold Point, Nevada
You may decide to drive here, you may not. It is a 34 mile detour off a minor highway. Do go, you won’t regret it. The sign at the town entrance reminds of better days, “Population 22”. You can’t buy beer here, but you might get one free. Donations accepted.
-
Life and Death in the Big Smokey Valley
-
Winnemucca Hotel & Bar
The oldest place in town, serving Basque food and sad stories. Michael, bartender and second generation owner, recommended we skip the food and go to Martin’s Hotel instead. Family style Basque-Amercin feast and friendly conversations with Australian mineral prospectors.
-
Red Rocks in March