In this segment of 2 Plus You Nevada, host Sarah Johns welcomes Rick Reed from Sky Tavern to discuss the nonprofit’s growing year-round outdoor recreation programs, including the Sky Tavern Bike Park, MayDay Festival, youth mountain bike clinics, and affordable learn-to-ski opportunities for Northern Nevada families.

As a longtime Northern Nevada nonprofit, Sky Tavern continues expanding access to skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and outdoor education through affordable programs, scholarships, and community-supported recreation opportunities.

🚨 Segment Highlights:

🚵 Sky Tavern Expands Into Year-Round Recreation

• Summer mountain bike programs now complement winter ski programs

• Expanding outdoor recreation opportunities for youth and adults

• Affordable and accessible programs designed for Northern Nevada families

🎉 MayDay Festival Returns to Sky Tavern Bike Park

• Third annual MayDay Festival kicks off summer season

• Mountain bike demos, live music, food, vendors, raffles, and shuttles

• Event proceeds help support trails and youth programs

🚲 Youth & Adult Mountain Bike Clinics

• Riders in the Sky skills clinics available throughout summer

• Youth progression camps and all-day activities offered in June

• Certified instructors helping riders build confidence and skills

⛰️ New Shuttle Program Makes Riding More Accessible

• Partnership with the U.S. Forest Service

• Shuttle service takes riders from parking area to the top of the mountain

• Helping riders avoid difficult climbs and enjoy more trail access

🎿 Why It’s Never Too Early to Sign Up for Ski Season

• Families encouraged to register early for learn-to-ski programs

• Free Ride Pass included with early registration before end of May

• Nearly 30 preseason and holiday ski dates included

💙 Affordable Outdoor Access for Northern Nevada Families

• Scholarship opportunities available for low-income families

• Community donors and grants help reduce participation costs

• Breaking down financial barriers to skiing and snowboarding

🥇 Olympic Legacy at Sky Tavern

• Olympic gold medalist David Wise learned to ski at Sky Tavern

• Multi-generational Northern Nevada families continue supporting the nonprofit

• Programs focused on building lifelong outdoor recreation opportunities

🌐 Learn More About Sky Tavern Programs

• Find information about bike clinics, ski programs, scholarships, and volunteer opportunities online

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