WAY IT WAS MUSEUM

VIRGINIA CITY, NV

A white-breasted nuthatch joins the fun Pine nuts are their favorite. The last several times I've been up here, I didn't see any chickadees at the top on the ridge. But I always find them down here near the northern base of the ridge. If you hear them you stop walking and look around and if you see a few you reach for the pine nuts and almost the moment the nuts come out the chickadees are mobbing you. The nuthatches are fellow travelers. They watch what the chickadees are up to and might decide to get in on the sweet, sweet pine nut action. However, I have encountered much larger Clark's nuthatches that dance around the tree branches watching the chickadees, but just can't bring themselves to come down to my hand. Eventually they'll go for pine nuts I toss onto the snow. But these smaller guys are much more courageous.
A white-breasted nuthatch joins the fun Credit: simonov

The Way It Was Museum is a popular tourist attraction located in Virginia City, Nevada. This museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the town and the surrounding area. The museum features a wide range of exhibits and displays that showcase the unique culture and lifestyle of the old west.

One of the main attractions of the Way It Was Museum is the extensive collection of antique firearms, including rifles, pistols, and shotguns. Visitors can also see a variety of historical artifacts, including clothing, tools, and household items from the 19th century.

The museum also features a replica of an old-fashioned saloon, complete with a bar, poker table, and other period features. Visitors can experience what life was like in the old west by exploring the saloon and other exhibits.

In addition to the exhibits, the Way It Was Museum also hosts special events and educational programs throughout the year. These events are designed to educate visitors about the history and culture of Virginia City and the surrounding area.

Overall, the Way It Was Museum is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in the history of the old west. With its extensive collection of artifacts and exhibits, this museum provides a unique glimpse into the past and offers a fun and educational experience for visitors of all ages.

WAY IT WAS MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in VIRGINIA CITY NV. US MID #8403200001

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

A white-breasted nuthatch joins the fun Pine nuts are their favorite. The last several times I've been up here, I didn't see any chickadees at the top on the ridge. But I always find them down here near the northern base of the ridge. If you hear them you stop walking and look around and if you see a few you reach for the pine nuts and almost the moment the nuts come out the chickadees are mobbing you. The nuthatches are fellow travelers. They watch what the chickadees are up to and might decide to get in on the sweet, sweet pine nut action. However, I have encountered much larger Clark's nuthatches that dance around the tree branches watching the chickadees, but just can't bring themselves to come down to my hand. Eventually they'll go for pine nuts I toss onto the snow. But these smaller guys are much more courageous.
Feeding mountain chickadees Pine nuts are their favorite. The last several times I've been up here, I didn't see any chickadees at the top on the ridge. But I always find them down here near the northern base of the ridge. If you hear them you stop walking and look around and if you see a few you reach for the pine nuts and almost the moment the nuts come out the chickadees are mobbing you.
Relay Peak 10,338 feet high. I have been to the top multiple times, and it is one of my favorite local climbs. In fact, I prefer it to nearby (and slightly taller and more famous) Mt Rose in many ways because far fewer people ever climb it. Maybe because most of the route is along a dirt road rather than a forest trail. But I don't mind that. I have posted photos of previous Relay Peak hikes <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/simonov/albums/72177720301684171/">here</a>, <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/simonov/albums/72177720300125283/">here</a>, <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/simonov/albums/72177720301696259">here</a> and <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/simonov/albums/72177720318372064">here</a>. Chickadee Ridge, on the other hand, was a pleasant 2½ mile round trip hike, about a week after the season's first major snow.
Lake Tahoe overcast This was a pleasant 2½ mile round trip hike up Chickadee Ridge, about a week after the season's first major snow.
Weak winter sun This was a pleasant 2½ mile round trip hike up Chickadee Ridge, about a week after the season's first major snow.
Feeding mountain chickadees Pine nuts are their favorite. The last several times I've been up here, I didn't see any chickadees at the top on the ridge. But I always find them down here near the northern base of the ridge. If you hear them you stop walking and look around and if you see a few you reach for the pine nuts and almost the moment the nuts come out the chickadees are mobbing you.
Incline Peak 9,561 feet high. I've never been to the top of it yet. This was a pleasant 2½ mile round trip hike up Chickadee Ridge, about a week after the season's first major snow.
Dunno Maybe trail markers for a group hike? They were left there by someone. I was completely alone up on the ridge that morning. This was a pleasant 2½ mile round trip hike up Chickadee Ridge, about a week after the season's first major snow.
Feeding mountain chickadees Pine nuts are their favorite. The last several times I've been up here, I didn't see any chickadees at the top on the ridge. But I always find them down here near the northern base of the ridge. If you hear them you stop walking and look around and if you see a few you reach for the pine nuts and almost the moment the nuts come out the chickadees are mobbing you.
Feeding mountain chickadees Pine nuts are their favorite. The last several times I've been up here, I didn't see any chickadees at the top on the ridge. But I always find them down here near the northern base of the ridge. If you hear them you stop walking and look around and if you see a few you reach for the pine nuts and almost the moment the nuts come out the chickadees are mobbing you. They really don't get along with each other. It is rare for more than one of them to share my hand.
A white-breasted nuthatch joins the fun Pine nuts are their favorite. The last several times I've been up here, I didn't see any chickadees at the top on the ridge. But I always find them down here near the northern base of the ridge. If you hear them you stop walking and look around and if you see a few you reach for the pine nuts and almost the moment the nuts come out the chickadees are mobbing you. The nuthatches are fellow travelers. They watch what the chickadees are up to and might decide to get in on the sweet, sweet pine nut action. However, I have encountered much larger Clark's nuthatches that dance around the tree branches watching the chickadees, but just can't bring themselves to come down to my hand. Eventually they'll go for pine nuts I toss onto the snow. But these smaller guys are much more courageous.
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WAY IT WAS MUSEUM
113 N C ST
VIRGINIA CITY
NV
89440

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MID # 8403200001
Name WAY IT WAS MUSEUM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Western
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LAT/LONG 39.312986, -119.648723
CODES FIPS State Code: 32
FIPS County Code: 029
US Census Tract: 970200
US Census Block: 3068