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 Racing Camels, Ostriches and Zebras in Nevada’s Historic Virginia City A Tradition Dating Back 64 Years and Steeped in Comstock Lore
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Posted May 22, 2023

Racing Camels, Ostriches and Zebras in Nevada’s Historic Virginia City A Tradition Dating Back 64 Years and Steeped in Comstock Lore

VIRGINIA CITY, Nev. – It’s a story 64 years in the making – the historic silver mining town of Virginia City, Nevada, and racing camels, ostriches and zebras for a […]

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 Off-Road Bike Adventures Through America’s Largest Historic District
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Posted July 29, 2020

Off-Road Bike Adventures Through America’s Largest Historic District

Enjoy Mountain Biking and Gravel Riding in Virginia City Ralph Waldo Emerson may have not been a cyclist when he wrote “it’s not the destination, it’s the journey,” but he […]

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 Statement on Special Events August to November 2020
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Posted July 24, 2020

Statement on Special Events August to November 2020

Virginia City, Nevada Releases Statement on Special Events Taking Place August to November 2020 Beyond our mining history, Virginia City is known for our quirky special events. Traditions like [...]

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Posted August 30, 2019

60 Years of Camel & Ostrich Racing on the Comstock

An event now almost as historic as the town it calls home, Virginia City, Nevada’s International Camel Races celebrate 60 years in 2019. Historic Virginia City, Nevada, is known for […]

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