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Ely Fireman's Annual BBQ/Dance (Cancelled)
2020-08-21 17:00 - 19:30 UTC | White Pine County Fairgrounds, 78 n mcgill hwy, Ely, NV, United States
Cancelled
Ely Fireman’s Annual BBQ/Dance
Kick off the White Pine County Fair/Horse Race weekend the right way Friday night for the Ely Fireman’s Annual BBQ/Dance. This event is a fundraiser that goes toward the Ely Volunteer Fire Department’s Scholarship Fund. They will be serving beef, lamb, and turkey.
Learn More About the Horse Races and Fair HERE!

Race the Rails - 2020 #RideElyNV
2020-09-12 08:00 - 13:00 UTC | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Race the Rails – 2020
This event is committed to taking any and all necessary steps to maintain the
health and safety of both our Guests and Team Members.
For Our Operating Plan and Safety Measures For Covid-19 Click HERE
The steam locomotive and the bicycle were invented nearly 10 years apart. Both changed the way we travel, but which will prevail on September 12 at the Race The Rails – 2020?
At the sound of the train whistle, mountain and road bikers race to see who can get back to the depot before the train.
Mountain bikers test their speed and agility on a challenging 10 mile course through the beautiful mountains surrounding Ely, while road bikers prove their speed and endurance on a 25 mile course along roads and highways in the area. Everyone who finishes the course will receive a finisher’s medal.
This is not a regular race against time, or your fellow riders. It’s a race against one of histories most powerful inventions! It’s Race the Rails – 2020!
Tickets and additional info can be found here!
See what Ely offers in lodging by clicking here!
We are a remote mountain town of 4,000 where history, art, and outdoor adventure run deep. In the nearby Great Basin National Park, travelers have the chance to descend into the depths of the Lehman Cave system to explore a series of limestone and marble caverns full of huge stalagmites and other wild rock formations. The park is also home to the snow-capped Wheeler Peak which, at 13,000 feet, is the second-tallest mountain in Nevada.

Silver State Classic Challenge - 2020
2020-09-18 - 2020-09-20 | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Cancelled
For the past three decades, driving enthusiasts from around the world have gathered in September of the Nevada high desert for the running of the ultimate automotive event: The Silver State Classic Challenge! Their amazing journey traverses 90 to 120 miles of closed, two-lane public highway, comprised of long fast straights, sweeping corners, blind dips, even carving through a twisty canyon. The current course record stands at 219.6430 mph average speed, as recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. The best part is, if you’ve got the nerve, a little cash, and a fast ride, you too can join them to run as fast as you can, legally, down a public highway. Welcome to the Silver State Classic Challenge!
The Silver State Classic Challenge, Inc. is a non-profit corporation with a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and staff who annually host the Nevada Open Road Challenge and Silver State Classic Challenge. Open Road Racing events on a closed section of Nevada State Highway 318, renamed by the Nevada Department of Transportation as the Silver State Classic Challenge Highway.
Silver State Classic Challenge offers two completely different types of Open Road Racing event formats. The NORC in May is a two-way event, totaling 119.78 miles (59.89 each way), with a weekend packed full of gearhead activities, and an awards banquet after-party held in the charming, rustic mining town of Ely, Nevada. The SSCC in September is our classic 90-mile, one-way event, with additional activities held in Ely, and the SSCC awards banquet after-party is held at the historic Sam’s Town Casino Hotel in fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada.
Silver State Classic Challenge events are based on time, speed, and distance. Classes begin at 95 mph, and increase in 5 mph increments up through the 160 mph class, with a 170 mph, 180 mph, and an Unlimited, top speed class. Vehicles start one at a time, in one minute intervals against a GPS timing clock, and attempt to break the beam at the finish line as close as possible to their speed class target time. First, Second and Third place trophies are awarded to the Driver and Navigator/Co-driver in each class, based on most accurate elapsed time targets achieved, as measured by SSCC timing equipment. Trophies are also awarded to drivers of our companion One-Mile and Half-Mile Shootout events, both held on race weekends in conjunction with our Open Road Racing events.
Silver State Classic Challenge events are open to anyone 18 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license and a roadworthy vehicle, providing the driver, navigator, car and safety gear all pass a safety technical inspection. Please see our rule book on this site for further details. All entrants will receive a set of course notes and a pre-race DVD to help them prepare for their event.
All first-time Silver State Classic Challenge participants are considered rookies, and may enter classes ranging from 95 mph up to 110 mph, determined by their vehicle capabilities and safety equipment, and each Driver and Navigator/Co-Driver’s comfort level. All rookies must also attend a Silver State Classic Challenge rookie driver school. Those with documented Open Road Racing or other equivalent racing experience, or those who hold racing licenses from select sanctioned racing bodies, may be eligible to obtain a waiver from rookie school. Please see our rule book for details, and contact us to submit qualifications to our Silver State Classic Challenge Race Director for rookie school waiver requests.
For Silver State Classic Challenge rookies, the event begins on Thursday of race weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada, with a practice session and qualifying rookie school at SPEEDVEGAS, located just South of the Las Vegas Strip. An Silver State Classic Challenge prescribed classroom introduction is followed by an exhilarating high-performance driving session, where rookies will complete laps on the road course in exotic cars from SPEEDVEGAS fleet. It’s some of the most fun you’ll ever have while going to school!
During the NORC event in May, registration packet pickup will be held in Ely, Nevada. For the Silver State Classic Challenge event in September, registration will be held at Sam’s Town Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas, along with a technical inspection session. There is a Press Conference/Luncheon open to all participants, crews, Ham radio operators, and course workers of Silver State Classic Challenge events. Following after the luncheon, a caravan of participants will depart for a fun drive to Ely, roughly 240 miles North of Las Vegas, with a pit stop in Ash Springs for refueling and snacks. Along the way, rookies in the caravan will have a chance to preview the course, and ask questions about the road. Upon arrival in Ely, there will be an evening welcome party and pub crawl.
For drivers who want to test their cars at speed, or perform final tuning and reliability checks before the Open Road Race on Sunday, Silver State Classic Challenge offers Half-Mile and One-Mile Shootout events on Friday morning on Nevada Highway 490, just North of Ely. All Shootout participants pay an additional fee at registration, and must pass a formal technical inspection prior to running in these events. Participants will be allowed three runs down the closed highway, with their highest speed of three runs scoring towards potentially winning 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies.
Friday morning registration packet pickup and technical inspection is open for all Shootout participants, and to all competitors immediately after the Shootout participants are processed. Later in the day, a parade of cars will take place on Main Street to give the citizens of Ely a chance to see and hear the competitor cars, and to give the kids of Ely a chance to catch some candy, or even a ride along in your car, if you have room to let them tag along. An Silver State Classic Challenge welcome reception awaits all participants and their crews immediately following the parade. For the more adventurous, the annual SSCC Hooker’s Choice Awards Car Show is held Friday night at the famous Stardust Ranch, where prizes can be won, and shenanigans go well into the night.
Saturday morning is the annual charity pancake breakfast, SSCC car show, and a final technical inspection session, all held in the city park. Teams often host their lunch and strategy meetings during the afternoon, and many participants do final vehicle and gear prep before the big race. Saturday evening there is a mandatory Driver and Navigator/Co-Driver meeting, and then it’s off to individual dinner plans and a rare early night, because the Open Road Racing event starts first thing Sunday morning on Highway 318, South of Ely.
SSCC Open Road Racing events always begin promptly at 8 AM on the third Sunday of May (NORC) and September (SSCC), although you’ll find yourself on the road by 6 AM to make it to pre-grid in Lund by 6:30 AM, and then onto the final starting grid beginning at 7 AM. The first car will start down Highway 318 at 8 AM sharp, and cars will launch one minute apart, in order of faster speed classes to slower, and drive off down 318 towards the thrill of victory, or the agony of defeat.
The grand finale takes place Sunday evening with an Awards Banquet in Las Vegas, during which cocktails and dinner are enjoyed. Tales of amazing feats related to tearing open the space-time continuum, hilarious navigator hijinks, and countless stopwatch shenanigans will be told in a way only Silver State Classic Challenge veterans can share, as the highly anticipated announcements of who bested the time clock to win, place, or show in each speed class are read aloud. Shock, awe, tears of joy, and the taste of cake are all but guaranteed to one and all.
Best of all, reasonable entry fees put these events within the reach of almost anyone with a vehicle and a passion for racing who would like to test the performance of their car, stopwatch, and driving skills. Some of the best car people you’ll ever meet will be on hand for these events, ranging from true racing rookies and track day warriors, to occasional major series racers, TV star car nuts, and many up and coming driving talents within their own right. We host them all!
For over 30 years, Silver State Classic Challenge events have been featured on the pages of many popular car magazines, such as Road and Track, Car and Driver, and Hot Rod Magazine, just to name a few. We’ve also appeared on major television networks, including many popular automotive shows on ESPN, Fox Sports, SPEED Channel, Mav TV, and others. Of course, we’re all over YouTube on many popular channels, and some not so well known pages, too. Search for Silver State Classic Challenge to uncover many hair-raising videos (though we don’t condone them all).
If you have ever wondered what it would be like to drive your car as fast as you can handle over 90-120 miles of closed highway, or have always wanted to participate in a high speed auto rally or Open Road Racing event, there is no better place to find out what it’s like than on Nevada Highway 318. Best of all, the local Sheriff will smile and wave at you as you pass him by doing 165 in a 70. Where else can you get that rush of constant speed for that long or a distance without risking life, limb, and your driver’s license? Go to SSCC.US to register for one of our events today, and come experience the automotive rush of a lifetime with us on Nevada 318.
We hope to see you racing with us soon down the Silver State Classic Challenge Highway!
Discover more White Pine Events by Clicking HERE!

Fears, Tears, and Beers 2020
2020-09-26 | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Fears,Tears, and Beers 2020
This event is committed to taking any and all necessary steps to maintain the health and safety of both our Guests and Team Members.
For Our Operating Plan and Safety Measures for Covid-19 Click HERE
Fears, Tears, and Beers 2020 is the enduro format mountain bike event of the season! Pedal your bike to the top of the mountain and then you are timed at specific sections of the course. There will be 2-6 timed sections, mostly twisty downhills and sprint sections. The sum of the times on these special tests will determine the winner.

The event takes place on BLM and USFS administered lands under special use permits.

Men’s and women’s events for all classes.

Fun Run: Shorter in length and less climbing than the beginner class, 2 timed sections
Beginner Class: 17.5 miles, 2,300′ elevation gain, 3 timed sections
Sport Class: 26.6 miles, 3,500′ elevation gain, 4 timed sections
Expert/Pro Class: 33.3 miles, 5,400′ elevation gain, 6 timed sections
Be prepared for the weather. We have had everything from hot and sunny to very wet and snowing.
After-party/awards ceremony at Bristlecone Convention Center
Racers eat free, others will need purchase wristband for $10.

The event is also great for visitors. Music and celebrating all day at Broadbent Park. Bring your binoculars and lawn chairs to watch the Expert and Pro classes take on the final downhill timed section.

Sept. 26th – Check in begins at 8:00 a.m. Races start 9 a.m.
Fun Ride, Beginners, Sport, Expert and Pro
1st 2nd and 3rd awarded in each class
Contact Kent Robertson-(775-289-6042) or Kelly Ernest-(775-296-0910) for more information
Check for updates by Liking and Following our Facebook or by clicking here!
Fear, Tears, and Beers 2020 Poster

Fears, Tears, and Beers 2021
2021-06-12 | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Fears, Tears, and Beers 2021
*Fears, Tears, and Beers 2021 is committed to taking any and all necessary steps to maintain the health and safety of both our Guests and Team Members*
For Our Operating Plan and Safety Measures for Covid-19 Click HERE
Fears, Tears, and Beers 2021 is the enduro format mountain bike event of the season! Pedal your bike to the top of the mountain and then you are timed at specific sections of the course. There will be 2-6 timed sections, mostly twisty downhills and sprint sections. The sum of the times on these special tests will determine the winner.

The event takes place on BLM and USFS administered lands under special use permits.

Men’s and women’s events for all classes.

Fun Run: Shorter in length and less climbing than the beginner class, 2 timed sections
Beginner Class: 17.5 miles, 2,300′ elevation gain, 3 timed sections
Sport Class: 26.6 miles, 3,500′ elevation gain, 4 timed sections
Expert/Pro Class: 33.3 miles, 5,400′ elevation gain, 6 timed sections
Be prepared for the weather. We have had everything from hot and sunny to very wet and snowing.
After-party/awards ceremony at Bristlecone Convention Center
Racers eat free, others will need purchase wristband for $10.

The event is also great for visitors. Music and celebrating all day at Broadbent Park. Bring your binoculars and lawn chairs to watch the Expert and Pro classes take on the final downhill timed section.

June 12th – Check in begins at 8:00 a.m. Races start 9 a.m.
Fun Ride, Beginners, Sport, Expert and Pro
1st 2nd and 3rd awarded in each class
Contact Kent Robertson-(775-289-6042) or Kelly Ernest-(775-296-0910) for more information.
Stay updated by following us on Facebook HERE!
Learn more and register for the event HERE!

2021 White Pine Gymkhana Series
2021-06-12, 2021-07-17, 2021-09-05
2021 White Pine Gymkhana Series
The White Pine Corral Association is proud to announce their Gymkhana Series for 2021! This 2021 White Pine Gymkhana Series event dates are June 12th, July 17th, and September 5th.
Sign-ups are at 8:00 a.m. and the event begins at 9:00 a.m. Payout are at each series event. Look forward to Buckle and bronc Halter Prizes for the Average 1st and 2nd place Prize Winners who attend at least two gymkhanas!
Entry Fees are $5.00 per event for a leadline age group, and $10.00 for all other ages 8 and up.
For more Information Contact:
Billie Sue – (775) 296-1249
Kent – (775) 293-5076
TJ – (775) 293-9020

Gymkhana includes timed speed events such as barrel racing, pole bending, keyhole race, keg race (also known as “down and back”), flag racing, and stake race.
Most of these events are designed to display precise, controlled actions and tight teamwork between horse and rider at speed, and demonstrate many skills such as flying lead changes, sliding stops and more. Most clubs offer a variety of classes for all ages and abilities of people, allowing riders to compete at the speed level at which they are most capable and comfortable.
Learn More About White Pine County HERE!
More Events Can Be Found HERE!

T-Rex and Mascot Races
2021-08-22 13:00 - 17:00, 2021-08-23 13:00 - 17:00 UTC | White Pine County Fairgrounds, 78 n mcgill hwy, Ely, NV, United States
T-Rex and Mascot Races
Join us at the White Pine County Horse Races on Saturday, August 21st, and Saturday, August 22nd, for the great entertainment of the T-Rex and Mascot Races!

Event will be in the evening of both days. Bring your own costume, there is no fee or age limit! That’s right! It’s FREE and ALL ARE WELCOME TO PARTICPATE! You can dash, you can walk, you can dance, you can talk. Just make it down the track 50 yards! You’ll have to register with a name for your character- get creative!

All participants will receive a Thank You Gift!

To register contact us at the Bristlecone Convention either via email at nicole.collard@elynevada.net or call us at (775) 289-3720.

See you at the races!!!

Race the Rails – 2021 #RideElyNV
2021-09-11 08:00 UTC | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Race the Rails – 2021
*Race the Rails – 2021 is committed to taking any and all necessary steps to maintain the safety and health of our Guests and Team Members*
The steam locomotive and the bicycle were invented nearly 10 years apart. Both changed the way we travel, but which will prevail on September 11 at the Race The Rails? At the sound of the train whistle, mountain and road bikers race to see who can get back to the depot before the train.
Mountain bikers test their speed and agility on a challenging 10 mile course through the beautiful mountains surrounding Ely, while road bikers prove their speed and endurance on a 25 mile course along roads and highways in the area. Everyone who finishes the course will receive a finisher’s medal.
This is not a regular race against time, or your fellow riders. It’s a race against one of histories most powerful inventions! It’s Race the Rails – 2021!
Tickets and additional info: https://bit.ly/3lxrgar
See what Ely offers in lodging by clicking HERE!
Ely is a remote mountain town of 4,000 where history, art, and outdoor adventure run deep. In the nearby Great Basin National Park, travelers have the chance to descend into the depths of the Lehman Cave system to explore a series of limestone and marble caverns full of huge stalagmites and other wild rock formations. The park is also home to the snow-capped Wheeler Peak which, at 13,000 feet, is the second-tallest mountain in Nevada.
Follow Updates on Our Facebook HERE!

Silver State Classic Challenge 2021
2021-09-17 - 2021-09-19 | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Silver State Classic Challenge 2021
The Silver State Classic Challenge is committed to taking any and all necessary steps to maintain the health and safety of both our Guests and Team Members following COVID-19 Guidelines.
For the past three decades, driving enthusiasts from around the world have gathered on the third Sunday September in the Nevada high desert for the one of the truly most unique automotive events. Traverse 90 to 120 miles of closed, two-lane public highway, comprised of long fast straights, sweeping corners, blind dips, even carving through a twisty canyon. The current course record stands at 219.6430 mph average speed, as recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. The best part is, if you’ve got the nerve, a little cash, and a fast ride, you too can join them to run as fast as you can, legally, down a public highway.
The SSCC in September is our classic 90-mile, one-way event, with additional activities held in Ely, and the SSCC awards banquet after-party is held at the historic Sam’s Town Casino Hotel in fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada.
The Silver State Classic Challenge, Inc. is a non-profit corporation with a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and staff who annually host the Nevada Open Road Challenge (NORC) and Silver State Classic Challenge (SSCC) Open Road Racing events on a closed section of Nevada State Highway 318, renamed by the Nevada Department of Transportation as the Silver State Classic Challenge Highway.
SSCC events are based on time, speed, and distance. Classes begin at 95 mph, and increase in 5 mph increments up through the 160 mph class, with a 170 mph, 180 mph, and an Unlimited, top speed class. Vehicles start one at a time, in one minute intervals against a GPS timing clock, and attempt to break the beam at the finish line as close as possible to their speed class target time. First, Second and Third place trophies are awarded to the Driver and Navigator/Co-driver in each class, based on most accurate elapsed time targets achieved, as measured by SSCC timing equipment. Trophies are also awarded to drivers of our companion One-Mile and Half-Mile Shootout events, both held on race weekends in conjunction with our Open Road Racing events.
All first-time SSCC participants are considered rookies, and may enter classes ranging from 95 mph up to 110 mph, determined by their vehicle capabilities and safety equipment, and each Driver and Navigator/Co-Driver’s comfort level. All rookies must also attend an SSCC rookie driver school. Those with documented Open Road Racing or other equivalent racing experience, or those who hold racing licenses from select sanctioned racing bodies, may be eligible to obtain a waiver from rookie school.
All Details and Qualification About This Event Can Be Found HERE!
Discover More of White Pine County HERE!

Fears, Tears, and Beers 2022
2022-06-11 | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Fears, Tears, and Beers 2022
Fears, Tears, and Beers 2022 is the enduro format mountain bike event of the season! Pedal your bike to the top of the mountain and then you are timed at specific sections of the course. There will be 2-6 timed sections, mostly twisty downhills and sprint sections. The sum of the times on these special tests will determine the winner.

The event takes place on BLM and USFS administered lands under special use permits.

Men’s and women’s events for all classes.

Fun Run: Shorter in length and less climbing than the beginner class, 2 timed sections
Beginner Class: 17.5 miles, 2,300′ elevation gain, 3 timed sections
Sport Class: 26.6 miles, 3,500′ elevation gain, 4 timed sections
Expert/Pro Class: 33.3 miles, 5,400′ elevation gain, 6 timed sections
Be prepared for the weather. We have had everything from hot and sunny to very wet and snowing.
After-party/awards ceremony at Bristlecone Convention Center
Racers eat free, others will need purchase wristband for $10.

The event is also great for visitors. Music and celebrating all day at Broadbent Park. Bring your binoculars and lawn chairs to watch the Expert and Pro classes take on the final downhill timed section.

June 11th – Check in begins at 8:00 a.m. Races start 9 a.m.
Fun Ride, Beginners, Sport, Expert and Pro
1st 2nd and 3rd awarded in each class
Contact Kent Robertson-(775-289-6042) or Kelly Ernest-(775-296-0910) for more information.
Stay Updated by Following Us on Facebook HERE!
Learn More and Register For the Event HERE!
Stay updated by following us on Facebook HERE!
Learn more and register for the event HERE!

Race the Rails - 2022
2022-09-10 08:00 UTC | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Race the Rails – 2022
The steam locomotive and the bicycle were invented nearly 10 years apart. Both changed the way we travel, but which will prevail on September 10th at the Race The Rails? At the sound of the train whistle, mountain and road bikers race to see who can get back to the depot before the train.
Mountain bikers test their speed and agility on a challenging 10 mile course through the beautiful mountains surrounding Ely, while road bikers prove their speed and endurance on a 25 mile course along roads and highways in the area. Everyone who finishes the course will receive a finisher’s medal.
This is not a regular race against time, or your fellow riders. It’s a race against one of histories most powerful inventions! It’s Race the Rails – 2022!
Tickets and additional info: 6th Annual Race The Rails Tickets, Sat, Sep 10, 2022 at 8:00 AM | Eventbrite
See what Ely offers in lodging by clicking HERE!
Ely is a remote mountain town of 4,000 where history, art, and outdoor adventure run deep. In the nearby Great Basin National Park, travelers have the chance to descend into the depths of the Lehman Cave system to explore a series of limestone and marble caverns full of huge stalagmites and other wild rock formations. The park is also home to the snow-capped Wheeler Peak which, at 13,000 feet, is the second-tallest mountain in Nevada.
Follow Updates on Our Facebook HERE!

Bristlecone Birkebeiner Winterfest Race
2023-01-14 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Ward Mountain North, Murry Summit Rt. 6, Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Bristlecone Birkebeiner Winterfest Race
The Bristlecone Birkebeiner Winterfest Race is a multi-sport winter event at the Ward Mountain Recreation Area, North Trailhead held on January 14th. Event options are cross-country ski, snowshoe, or fat tire bike!
Weather is unpredictable in Ely. Sometimes there is enough snow, sometimes there is barely enough snow, or sometimes there is none! If there isn’t enough snow, their will be a Long and Short Course Trail Run, and a Kids Trail Run that follows the same trails as the cross-country ski events. And there will be a fat tire/mountain bike event that will follow the same route as the fat tire route.

The Cross-country Ski Long Course will traverse the Birkebeiner Loop (D Loop). The Cross-country Ski Short Course and Snowshoe Course will follow the Connector Trail to the Birkebeiner Loop. The Kids Ski course is an out-and-back on the Shelter Connector Trail. And the Fat Tire Bike course is a loop using the Birkebeiner Loop, Atta Boy Loop, and Revenue Loop Trails.
**It is our priority to keep our participants, volunteers and community safe and we will be following current COVID-19 guidelines at the time of the event**

Schedule of Events:
8:00 am – Long Course Cross-country Ski – $40
8:10 am – Short Course Cross-country Ski – $30
8:30 am – Fat Tire Bike – $40
8:35 am – Snowshoe – $30
9:30 am – Kids Cross Country Ski – $15
Weather is unpredictable in Ely. Sometiems there is enough snow, sometimes there is barely enough snow, or sometimes there is none! If there isn’t enough snow, there will be a long and short course trail run and kids trail run that follows the same trails as the cross-country ski events. And there will be a fat tire/mountain event that will follow the same route as the fat tire route.
Not-enough-snow Schedule of Events:
8:00 am – Mountain bike/Fat Tire – $40
8:10 am – Long Course Trail Run – $40
8:30 am – Short Course Trail Run – $30
9:30 am – Kids Trail Run – $15
Medals will be awarded as following:
Long Course Ski/Trail Run – top three male & top three female
Short Course Ski/Trail Run – top three male & top three female
Kids Course Ski/Trail Run – top three kids
Snowshoe Course- top three
Fat Tire Bike/Mountain Bike Course – top three

If you register for a snow or a no-snow event and weather doesn’t cooperate in your favor, we will provide transfer your registration (minus Active.com transaction fee) towards another EOE event.

Ely Outdoor Enthusiasts work closely with the Bureau of Land Management for trail grooming before the event. However, sometimes weather conditions do not allow for optimal grooming conditions.

This event is committed to taking any and all necessary steps to maintain the health and safety of both Attendees and Organizers. Masks and social distancing will be required.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE EVENT AND ELY OUTDOOR ENTUHUSIASTS HERE!
DISCOVER MORE FEATURED EVENTS HERE!

Turkey Vulture Stretch 5K 2023
2023-03-18 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Turkey Vulture Stretch 5K – 2023
This event is committed to taking any and all necessary steps to maintain the health and safety of both our Guests and Team Members.
Welcome spring and the turkey vultures back to Ely, with the Turkey Vulture 5K Run/Walk. Every March, the turkey vultures return to Ely after a relaxing winter in South America. This run is to honor these not-so-pretty birds and welcome them and spring back to Ely! The route takes you past the Ely Cemetery where you have a chance of seeing a turkey vulture with its wings outstretched in a tree. Ely Outdoor Enthusiasts are also offering a VIRTUAL event option!
The event is held at Veterans Park near the duck pond and takes a lap around town. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 female, top 3 male, top 3 kids (10 yrs and younger), and top 3 seniors (55+). To be eligible for awards, you MUST be chipped timed.

THE COURSE
The course runs counter-clockwise starting on Clark Street near the duck pond. Participates run/walk up Campton, left on Orson, left on Aultman, left on Mill, left on 2nd, left on Murry, right on Campton, left on 7th, right on Clark to the finish line. On Aultman all participants must stay to the left of the cones.
PRICING
ADULT WITH SHIRT = $30
ADULT NO SHIRT = $20
KID WITH SHIRT (5-10 YRS)= $20
KID NO SHIRT (5-10 YRS) = $10
4 YEARS AND YOUNGER = FREE
VIRTUAL ADULT = $30
VIRTUAL KID = $20
$5 OFF PER PERSON FOR GROUPS OF 10
T0 RECEIVE GROUP DISCOUNT EMAIL: ELYOUTDOORENTHUSIASTS@GMAIL.COM
SHIRT DEADLINE IS MARCH 8
Event Details:

Shirts are long sleeve tri-blend. You must register by March 8th to guarantee a shirt.
Medals will be award to the top three male and female finishers, top three kids (10 years and younger), and top 3 seniors (55+). To be considered for placing, select the option during online registration.
This is a chip timed event. If you prefer not to be timed, please select the option during registration. You must be chipped to qualify for awards.
The route is not closed to traffic. All participants must run on the left side of road, against traffic.
There are no dogs allowed on the course.
Strollers and wagons are permitted on the course.
This event will occur rain, snow, or shine.

VIRTUAL Event Details:

All virtual participants will receive a long sleeve tri-blend event shirt. You must register by March 8th to guarantee a shirt.
Virtual participants will not be considered for awards.
Virtual run must occur between Friday March 19, 12AM to Sunday, March 21, midnight.
Virtual run participants must run a 5k (3.1 miles) either outdoors or on treadmill.
Virtual run participants will either post their run (screen shot of app, map, or picture of treadmill screen) to the Virtual Run Facebook Post or send it to our email (elyoutdoorenthusiasts@gmail.com).
Shirts will be mailed to out-of-town participants.

More Info and More Events From Ely Outdoor Enthusiasts HERE!
Discover More To Do In White Pine HERE!

White Pine Coyotes Desert Race
2023-06-03 08:00 - 15:00 UTC | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
White Pine Coyotes Desert Race
A date to #RideElyNV! White Pine County is dirt bike friendly
The White Pine Coyotes will be having their Desert Race on June 3rd.
Specific location TBA but we’ll see you here in White Pine for Eastern Nevada’s Desert Race.

White Pine BMX State Race
2023-07-21 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-07-22 17:00 - 18:30, 2023-07-23 16:00 - 17:30 UTC | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
White Pine BMX State Race
There are many ways to #RideElyNV and the White Pine BMX State Race should be on your list.
Register Here: https://bit.ly/44wfHUD
Thursday, July 20th
Local Race
(Reg.) 5:30pm-6:00pm
Motos Posted ASAP $6
Friday, July 21
Race for Life
(Reg.) 5:00pm-6:30pm
Motos Posted ASAP
Fee $10 Online $13
Saturday, July 22nd
State Qualifier
(Reg.) 4:00pm-5:30pm
Motos Posted ASAP
Fee $35 Online $38

Coyotes MC Howl at the Moon
2023-07-29 17:00 - 23:00 UTC | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Coyotes MC Howl at the Moon
This is the weekend to #RideElyNV! White Pine County is also dirt bike friendly and Coyotes MC is having their Howl at the Moon Night Ride July 29th!
All info can be found in the flyer below and they’ll also be having t-shirts and food for sale.

Fair and Horse Races of White Pine County
2023-08-18 - 2023-08-20 | White Pine County Fairgrounds, 78 n mcgill hwy, Ely, NV, United States
Fair and Horse Races of White Pine County
The White Pine County Fair and Horse Races returns to the White Pine County fairgrounds on August 18-20, with all the fun of a county fair and all the excitement of horse racing.
**POST TIME FOR HORSE RACING**
Friday @ 3:00 P.M.
Saturday & Sunday @ 1:00 P.M.
In addition to pari-mutuel betting, activities include, 3 days of live music, BBQ, crafts, vendors, 4H exhibits, livestock auctions, and more. Grab the entire family and Visit Ely Nevada for 3 days of fun at the oldest horse racing event in Nevada.
A safe bet for a fabulously exciting time is the White Pine Horse Races in Ely, NV. This iconic event has been taking place since the 1920s and draws thousands of people from all over the country. Featuring exciting, live action racing of thoroughbreds and quarter horses; complete with pari-mutuel betting, bar, concessions and the County Fair. Post time 3 pm Fri., Aug. 19; and 1 pm Sat. & Sun., Aug. 20-21. Free admission on Friday. On Sat. & Sun. $5. See you at the Races! Located halfway between Las Vegas and Salt Lake City.
Originally organized in 1934, the races were formed by local ranchers and business people in an effort to overcome the depression blues. Some of the people involved in the formation of the races were Bill Goodman, Frank Calloway and Stan Draper. This group ran the races until 1937 when the county helped by forming a Fair Board. The first chairman of the board was Tom Bath, a local business owner. A year later, they would build a new race track and grandstand which is still in use.
The White Pine County Fair returns to the WPC fairground on August 19-21, with all the fun of a county fair. Activities include, 3 days of live music, BBQ, crafts, vendors, 4H exhibits, livestock auctions, and more. Grab the entire family and Visit Ely Nevada for 3 days of fun at the oldest horse racing event in Nevada.
Pari-mutuel betting is the most common form of horse racing betting. The term actually originated in France, and literally translates “to wager amongst ourselves”. Unlike most other forms of betting, the odds are not fixed. Rather than placing a bet against the race track, like one would with a bookie, horse racing bettors are wagering against each other. For this reason, the payouts on a single wager could range anywhere from less than the actual amount wagered, to astronomical amounts.
Come down to the fairgrounds early on Friday and check out all the excitement of the Ranch Rodeo. Contestants compete in events like bronc riding, barrel racing, roping, and even mutton busting for the kids.
Located at the White Pine County Fair Grounds on Fairview Lane next to the Marich Softball Complex.
See their website for a list of events and prices.
The 2023 Condition Book can be found (TBA)!

More info can be found here!

Race the Rails 2023
2023-09-09 08:00 UTC | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Race the Rails 2023
The steam locomotive and the bicycle were invented nearly 10 years apart. Both changed the way we travel, but which will prevail on September 9th at the Race The Rails? At the sound of the train whistle, mountain and road bikers race to see who can get back to the depot before the train.
Mountain bikers test their speed and agility on a challenging 10 mile course through the beautiful mountains surrounding Ely, while road bikers prove their speed and endurance on a 25 mile course along roads and highways in the area. Everyone who finishes the course will receive a finisher’s medal.
This is not a regular race against time, or your fellow riders. It’s a race against one of histories most powerful inventions! It’s Race the Rails – 2023!
Register for Race the Rails 2023 HERE!
See what Ely offers in lodging by clicking HERE!
Ely is a remote mountain town of 4,000 where history, art, and outdoor adventure run deep. In the nearby Great Basin National Park, travelers have the chance to descend into the depths of the Lehman Cave system to explore a series of limestone and marble caverns full of huge stalagmites and other wild rock formations. The park is also home to the snow-capped Wheeler Peak which, at 13,000 feet, is the second-tallest mountain in Nevada.
Follow Updates on Our Facebook HERE!

Turkey Vulture Stretch 5K
2024-03-16 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Join us for the annual end-of-winter, welcome-spring, get-off-the-couch, Turkey Vulture Stretch 5K! Event is held at Veterans Park Near the duck pond and takes a lap around town.
On March 16th, welcome spring and the turkey vultures return to Ely, with a 5K run/walk! The event is held at Veterans Park near the duck pond and takes a lap around town.

Medals will be awarded to the top 3 female, top 3 male, top 3 kids (10 yrs and younger), and top 3 seniors (55+).

To be eligible for awards you must be chipped timed.

Email us to get details on group discounts: elyoutdoorenthusiasts@gmail.com

For event details visit their website at:
www.elyoutdoorenthusiasts.org
After the Turkey Vulture Stretch 5K, look forward to enjoying some of the best dining Ely has to offer!

Fears, Tears, and Beers 2024
2024-06-08 | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Fears, Tears, and Beers 2024
Fears, Tears, and Beers 2024 is the enduro format mountain bike event of the season! Pedal your bike to the top of the mountain and then you are timed at specific sections of the course. There will be 2-6 timed sections, mostly twisty downhills and sprint sections. The sum of the times on these special tests will determine the winner.

The event takes place on BLM and USFS administered lands under special use permits.

Men’s and women’s events for all classes.

Fun Run: Shorter in length and less climbing than the beginner class, 2 timed sections
Beginner Class: 17.5 miles, 2,300′ elevation gain, 3 timed sections
Sport Class: 26.6 miles, 3,500′ elevation gain, 4 timed sections
Expert/Pro Class: 33.3 miles, 5,400′ elevation gain, 6 timed sections
Be prepared for the weather. We have had everything from hot and sunny to very wet and snowing.
After-party/awards ceremony at Bristlecone Convention Center
Racers eat free, others will need purchase wristband for $10.

The event is also great for visitors. Music and celebrating all day at Broadbent Park. Bring your binoculars and lawn chairs to watch the Expert and Pro classes take on the final downhill timed section.

June 8th – Check in begins at 8:00 a.m. Races start 9 a.m.
Fun Ride, Beginners, Sport, Expert and Pro
1st 2nd and 3rd awarded in each class
Contact Kent Robertson-(775-289-6042) or Kelly Ernest-(775-296-0910) for more information.
Stay Updated by Following This Event on Facebook HERE!
Learn More and Register For the Event HERE!

2024 County Fair and Horse Races
2024-08-16 - 2024-08-18 | White Pine County Fairgrounds, 78 n mcgill hwy, Ely, NV, United States
2024 County Fair and Horse Races
The White Pine County Fair and Horse Races returns to the White Pine County fairgrounds on August 16-18, with all the fun of a county fair and all the excitement of horse racing.
**POST TIME FOR HORSE RACING**
Friday @ 3:00 P.M.
Saturday & Sunday @ 1:00 P.M.
In addition to pari-mutuel betting, activities include, 3 days of live music, BBQ, crafts, vendors, 4H exhibits, livestock auctions, and more. Grab the entire family and Visit Ely Nevada for 3 days of fun at the oldest horse racing event in Nevada.
A safe bet for a fabulously exciting time is the White Pine Horse Races in Ely, NV. This iconic event has been taking place since the 1920s and draws thousands of people from all over the country. Featuring exciting, live action racing of thoroughbreds and quarter horses; complete with pari-mutuel betting, bar, concessions and the County Fair. Post time 3 pm Fri., Aug. 16; and 1 pm Sat. & Sun., Aug. 17-18. Free admission on Friday. On Sat. & Sun. $5. See you at the Races! Located halfway between Las Vegas and Salt Lake City.
Originally organized in 1934, the races were formed by local ranchers and business people in an effort to overcome the depression blues. Some of the people involved in the formation of the races were Bill Goodman, Frank Calloway and Stan Draper. This group ran the races until 1937 when the county helped by forming a Fair Board. The first chairman of the board was Tom Bath, a local business owner. A year later, they would build a new race track and grandstand which is still in use.
The White Pine County Fair returns to the WPC fairground on August 19-21, with all the fun of a county fair. Activities include, 3 days of live music, BBQ, crafts, vendors, 4H exhibits, livestock auctions, and more. Grab the entire family and Visit Ely Nevada for 3 days of fun at the oldest horse racing event in Nevada.
Pari-mutuel betting is the most common form of horse racing betting. The term actually originated in France, and literally translates “to wager amongst ourselves”. Unlike most other forms of betting, the odds are not fixed. Rather than placing a bet against the race track, like one would with a bookie, horse racing bettors are wagering against each other. For this reason, the payouts on a single wager could range anywhere from less than the actual amount wagered, to astronomical amounts.
Come down to the fairgrounds early on Friday and check out all the excitement of the Ranch Rodeo. Contestants compete in events like bronc riding, barrel racing, roping, and even mutton busting for the kids.
Located at the White Pine County Fair Grounds on Fairview Lane next to the Marich Softball Complex.
See their website for a list of events and prices.

The 2024 Condition Book(TBA)

More Info Can Be Found HERE!

Race the Rails 2024
2024-09-07 07:30 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Race the Rails 2024
The steam locomotive and the bicycle were invented nearly 10 years apart. Both changed the way we travel, but which will prevail on September 7th at the Race The Rails? At the sound of the train whistle, mountain and road bikers race to see who can get back to the depot before the train.
Mountain bikers test their speed and agility on a challenging 10 mile course through the beautiful mountains surrounding Ely, while road bikers prove their speed and endurance on a 25 mile course along roads and highways in the area. Everyone who finishes the course will receive a finisher’s medal.
This is not a regular race against time, or your fellow riders. It’s a race against one of history’s most powerful inventions! It’s Race the Rails – 2024!
Register for Race the Rails 2024 HERE!
See what Ely offers in lodging by clicking HERE!
Ely is a remote mountain town of 4,000 where history, art, and outdoor adventure run deep. In the nearby Great Basin National Park, travelers have the chance to descend into the depths of the Lehman Cave system to explore a series of limestone and marble caverns full of huge stalagmites and other wild rock formations. The park is also home to the snow-capped Wheeler Peak which, at 13,000 feet, is the second-tallest mountain in Nevada.
Follow Updates on Our Facebook HERE!

National Plan for Vacation Day
2025-01-28
National Plan for Vacation Day
“National Plan for Vacation Day, on the last Tuesday in January, reminds us to plan our vacation at the start of the year for the rest of the year. The early bird gets to pack their bags and travel away to a little fun and relaxation!”
Plan your White Pine County Road Trip Today! Learn how to observe National Plan for Vacation Day here: https://bit.ly/4gaU8P0
Discover What You Can Do In White Pine HERE!

Turkey Vulture Stretch 5K 2025
2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Turkey Vulture Stretch 5k 2025
Welcome spring and the turkey vultures back to Ely, with the Turkey Vulture 5K Run/Walk. Every March, the turkey vultures return to Ely after a relaxing winter in South America. This run is to honor these not-so-pretty birds and welcome them and spring back to Ely! The route takes you past the Ely Cemetery where you have a chance of seeing a turkey vulture with its wings outstretched in a tree.
The event is held at Veterans Park near the duck pond and takes a lap around town. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 female, top 3 male, top 3 kids (10 yrs and younger), and top 3 seniors (55+). To be eligible for awards, you MUST be chipped timed.
More Info and More Events From Ely Outdoor Enthusiasts HERE!
Discover More To Do In White Pine HERE!

Nevada Open Road Challenge 2025
2025-05-15 - 2025-05-18 | Ely, NV, 89301, United States
Nevada Open Road Challenge 2025
For the past three decades, driving enthusiasts from around the world have gathered on the third Sunday of May in the Nevada high desert for the one of the truly most unique automotive events. Traverse 90 to 120 miles of closed, two-lane public highway, comprised of long fast straights, sweeping corners, blind dips, even carving through a twisty canyon. The current course record stands at 219.6430 mph average speed, as recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. The best part is, if you’ve got the nerve, a little cash, and a fast ride, you too can join them to run as fast as you can, legally, down a public highway.
This event in May is a two-way event, totaling 119.78 miles (59.89 each way), with a weekend packed full of gearhead activities, and an awards banquet after-party held in our charming, rustic mining town of Ely, Nevada. Registration packet pickup will be held in Ely, Nevada.
The Silver State Classic Challenge, Inc. is a non-profit corporation with a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and staff who annually host the Nevada Open Road Challenge (NORC) and Silver State Classic Challenge (SSCC) Open Road Racing events on a closed section of Nevada State Highway 318, renamed by the Nevada Department of Transportation as the Silver State Classic Challenge Highway.
SSCC events are based on time, speed, and distance. Classes begin at 95 mph, and increase in 5 mph increments up through the 160 mph class, with a 170 mph, 180 mph, and an Unlimited, top speed class. Vehicles start one at a time, in one minute intervals against a GPS timing clock, and attempt to break the beam at the finish line as close as possible to their speed class target time. First, Second and Third place trophies are awarded to the Driver and Navigator/Co-driver in each class, based on most accurate elapsed time targets achieved, as measured by SSCC timing equipment. Trophies are also awarded to drivers of our companion One-Mile and Half-Mile Shootout events, both held on race weekends in conjunction with our Open Road Racing events.
All first-time SSCC participants are considered rookies, and may enter classes ranging from 95 mph up to 110 mph, determined by their vehicle capabilities and safety equipment, and each Driver and Navigator/Co-Driver’s comfort level. All rookies must also attend an SSCC rookie driver school. Those with documented Open Road Racing or other equivalent racing experience, or those who hold racing licenses from select sanctioned racing bodies, may be eligible to obtain a waiver from rookie school.
All Details and Qualifications About This Event Can Be Found HERE!
Discover More of What White Pine County Offers HERE!
