Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space

06/08/2026

What's Next for Lazy 5 Regional Park? Share Your Ideas!

What would you like to see at Lazy 5 Regional Park? Now is your chance to help shape its future.

Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space is inviting community members to participate in the first public workshop for the Lazy 5 Regional Park Master Plan Update on Thursday, June 11, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

Whether you're a regular park visitor, have a vision for future amenities, or simply want to be part of the conversation, your input is welcome.

Use the QR Code or click the link below to take the public survey, open through July 26:

https://engagekh.mysocialpinpoint.com/Lazy5MP

To learn more about the master plan visit:

https://www.washoecounty.gov/parks/planning_and_development/projects/lazy_5_master_plan.php

06/06/2026

Today's Junior Ranger Adventure Day took place at Galena Creek Regional Park! Ranger Nick and Ranger Todd taught about the Water Cycle and about life in Nevada's streams, rivers, and ponds. Everyone learned to appreciate and how to protect our valuable water. Keep an eye on our 'Calendar of Events' page for future programs!

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

Western Earwig (Forficula dentata). Did you know?? Unlike most insects that abandon their young, earwig mothers show outstanding parental care. They fiercely guard their eggs from predators and continuously lick them to prevent destructive fungus from growing.

06/02/2026

FREE MUSIC STARTS TOMORROW at The Lazy 5 Music Series!
Check out at the band and food trucks at www.washoecounty.gov/lazy5music

FREE MUSIC STARTS TOMORROW! We can't wait to see everyone out smiling and dancing! Check out the food trucks and find more info at: www.washoecounty.gov/lazy5music
Remember to bring some cash for the raffle and PLEASE NO glass and NO pets!
Another big thanks to our Featured Donors!
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen
Red Hawk Golf and Resort
Toll Brothers at Stonebrook
Northern Nevada Health System
Risen King Community Church

06/02/2026

Live music! Gardening talks! Nature journaling! Junior Ranger programs! Find all this and more at Washoe County Parks:

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05/27/2026

Wondering what activities and opportunities are available in North Valleys without having to drive down the 395?! Come discover programs and opportunities from our many amazing partners, shop at a craft fair run entirely by kids, and grab dinner at the first FOOD TRUCK THURSDAY from Reno Street Food! See you THURSDAY JUNE 11TH 4PM-8PM at North Valleys Regional Park!