Outdoor adventures in Nevada encompass four seasons, from skiing during the winter to kayaking the Colorado River during the summer.
Here are five great ideas for fun and memorable group outings after the meeting.
Las Vegas-based Pink Jeep Tours (www.pinkjeeptours.com) touts a “small interactive group experience” in custom-designed Tour Trekkers that seat 10 passengers and are driven by guides with knowledge about the history and geology of the area.
A variety of tours are offered at different price points, including cruising the Vegas strip, visiting the Grand Canyon and off-roading in nearby backcountry.
Desert River Outfitters (www.desertriveroutfitters.com) facilitates kayak exploration of the Colorado River in Laughlin.
The outfitter can accommodate up to 150 people on a variety of single and double sit-on-top kayaks that are popular with groups, which enjoy special rates with a minimum of 20 people.
Primm-based Buffalo Bill’s Resort and Casino (www.primmvalleyresorts.com) is home to a thrilling roller coaster and other attractions.
The Desperado, ranked among the top 10 coasters in the country, is fast and reaches 209 feet above the desert floor for fantastic drops.
Buffalo Bill’s waterborne Adventure Canyon Log Flume also promises a few screaming delegates as it plunges more than 50 feet.
Wide Open Excursions (www.wideopenbaja.com) in Reno operates off-road driving adventures lead by professional guides.
In Elko, Lamoille Canyon Byway (www.exploreelko.com) is a popular scenic attraction for attendees, while the 18-hole Ruby View Golf Course (www.exploreelko.com) is also big with golfers in the group.
Attendees pilot race cars used in the SCORE Baja 1000 and BITD Vegas 2 Reno races.
Lake Tahoe’s Diamond Peak Ski Resort (www.diamondpeak.com), located in Incline Village, accommodates beginner to expert skiing and snowboarding outings.
Diamond Peak can accommodate any size group and discounted lift tickets are available for groups of 10 or more.
Group instruction and rental equipment is available for all levels through the Diamond Peak Ski & Snowboard School.
