PBS Reno Debuts New Season of Wild Nevada
New season premieres on Thursday, Dec. 19 at 8pm on PBS Reno channel 5.1,
Spectrum 785, and livestream at pbsreno.org/livestream
RENO, NV (DEC 17, 2024) — PBS Reno is proud to debut a new season of Wild Nevada, the award-earning local series that takes viewers on adventures throughout the state and discovers the places, people, and history that make the state unique!
The new and seventh season of Wild Nevada takes viewers to the Capital to Tahoe Trail project; a number of locations that boast rockhounding opportunities throughout the state; the beautiful lakes of the eastern Sierra; the Ruby Mountains; Black Rock Point and Incandescent Rocks Scenic Area; plus a closer look at the impact of wildfire and its aftermath.
In November 2024, PBS Reno’s Chris Orr moved into the role of Senior Producer of Wild Nevada. Orr will oversee the preproduction, filming, and postproduction of Wild Nevada, while also serving as host. Orr has been part of Wild Nevada since it first began in 2000. Since then, the series has resulted in more than 80 episodes, a 2014 special, the spinoff series Wild Nevada Memories, the companion podcast Wild Nevadacast, and has earned numerous awards including eight international Communicator Awards and four Telly Awards.
“I am honored to be able to continue producing and hosting the Wild Nevada series,” said Orr. “I consider it an honor to get to offer new episodes and adventures to our audiences. Wild Nevada is one of the most rewarding and meaningful projects on which I’ve ever had the opportunity to work. The series has allowed me to experience parts of and places in the state of Nevada that I may never have gotten to otherwise. There are still so many more places to explore and adventures ahead.”
"We are thrilled to have Chris Orr step into this new role of not just hosting Wild Nevada but producing the series and continuing to bring our viewers new wonders,” said Megan Myers, PBS Reno Vice President of Content. “With each new season, we’re not just showcasing Nevada’s breathtaking landscapes; we’re also deepening the connection between the community and the great outdoors. We look forward to the year ahead, when PBS Reno will present yet another new season of this award-earning program to commemorate the series’ 25th anniversary.”
Below is a detailed look at the new season of Wild Nevada:
Episode 701: Recreation Meets Preservation Broadcasts Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024 at 8pm
Exploring how recreation is bringing new activity to historic locations in northern Nevada. We visit the Capital to Tahoe Trail project that now connects existing Carson City trails into a whole new adventure. Then, we enjoy a fly-fishing lesson at the historic Hobart Reservoir. And we visit Sky Tavern, a location that generations of Nevadans have known as a ski area but is also now a premier single-track mountain bike destination.
Episode 702: Rockhounding and Gem-Hunting Broadcasts Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024 at 8pm
Discovering fire opals, garnets, fluorite and quartz in the heart of Nevada. We travel across the state from Denio to Ely, and from Austin to Verdi, to enjoy a sampling of the treasures that the Silver State offers for rockhounding adventurers.
Episode 703: Lakes of the Eastern Sierra Broadcasts Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025 at 8pm
While Lake Tahoe is considered the gem of the Sierras, there are lots of other fascinating lakes and reservoirs to explore. From wildlife watching and kayaking, to sightseeing and backcountry hiking, we sample some of the fun and beauty of Spooner, Marlette, Donner, Independence and Lake Davis.
Episode 704: The Lesser Known Rubies Broadcasts Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 at 8pm
Discover some of the lesser known and often unseen miles of backcountry trail and breath-taking views in the Ruby Mountains including Soldier Creek, Robison Lake, and the Ruby Marshes, along with visits to Harrison Pass and Angel Lake.
Episode 705: Black Rock to Incandescent Rock Broadcasts Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 at 8pm
This trip features some of the amazing and diverse geology of northern Nevada. We head across the playa and up Black Rock Point before exploring the colorful geological history on display in the Incandescent Rocks Scenic Area.
Episode 706: Living with Wildfire Broadcasts Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 at 8pm
Spending time in the open spaces of the Silver State, it’s almost inevitable that you will encounter the impact of wildfires. In this episode, we look at not only the importance of being fire aware, but also how prevention, recovery and fire science work together to help us safely enjoy our unique landscapes.
Wild Nevada viewers are encouraged to check out PBS Reno’s Instagram and Facebook pages, as well as the PBS Reno YouTube channel, for exclusive behind-the-scenes content. All episodes of Wild Nevada, along with 13 episodes of Wild Nevada Memories, can be streamed on PBS Reno’s website.
About PBS Reno
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