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Fall/Winter 2021

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Fall/Winter Edition 2021

Contents Accommodations

Best Western Rama Inn of Ephrata! .................................. 19 Nelson’s Cottages .............................................................. 26

Community

City of San Luis, Arizona ...................................................... 8 Welcome To Ontario, Oregon ............................................. 16 We invite you to visit Harlem, Georgia! ............................. 23

Museums

Touch 100 Years of Aviation History .................................... 7 Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame: The Home of “Hobbspitality” ............................................. 10 Iowa’s National Motorcycle Museum ................................ 12 Come Explore History at Grout Museum District! ............. 13 Casey Tibbs South Dakota Rodeo Center ......................... 15 Humboldt Museum ............................................................. 21 River Market Antiques ....................................................... 22

Recreation

Katherine Landing at Lake Mohave Marina Arizona Waterfront Winter Paradise! .................................. 9 Welcome to Salmon Harbor Marina ‘The Best Kept Secret on the Oregon Coast’! ................... 17 Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe ................................................. 20

Departments

Publisher Information .......................................................... 5 Marketplace ....................................................................... 24 Advertiser Index ................................................................. 25 Photo courtesy: USDA NRCS Photo courtesy: South Dakota Tourism

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Touch 100 Years of Aviation History

here’s an adventure for everyone at Pima Air & Space Museum. Hundreds of thousands visit from all over the world to create lasting memories or relive them. The

this close to such a large, international variety of iconic and rare aircraft including military, commercial, civil, and experimental. There’s 250,000 square feet of indoor exhibits in six hangars,

museum offers endless opportunities for discovery with 360 aircraft on 80 acres and 100 years of flight at your fingertips from a Wright Flyer to a 747 Queen of the Skies. Nowhere else in the world can you get

of which three are dedicated to WWII. You’ll come face to face with history’s finest planes like the SR-71 Blackbird, the first Boeing 777 ever built, the oldest B-52, and the last B-36 ever built. You’ll even get to explore under

the wings of rare and sole-surviving aircraft like the Budd Conestoga, Columbia XLJ-1, and the Martin Mariner. The unprecedented collection of aircraft at Pima began in the 1960’s. Air Force Commanders at what is now known as the “Boneyard,” the 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group (AMARG), wanted to preserve aviation heritage from going up in flames at the smelter. What started as a line of airplanes on the base’s fence is now the largest privately funded air and space museum in the nation. Pima Air & Space Museum has got something for everyone whether you’re a decorated pilot or have never taken to the skies. Visitors routinely rave that it’s much bigger with more to do than expected and fun for all ages. The museum is in Tucson, Arizona just minutes off the highway at 6000 E. Valencia Rd. It’s open 363 days a year from 9am-5pm. Your adventure begins at www.pimaair.org. 

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City of San Luis, Arizona

an Luis is located at the southwest corner of Arizona, adjacent to the Colorado River and along the border of San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, Mexico and California. The city is a mere 70 miles from the white beaches of El Golfo de Santa Clara. Visitors cross the border on a daily basis, creating a sense of fluidity that impacts all aspects of life, culture, language,

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heritage, environment, and economy. San Luis was incorporated in 1979, as a young city, San Luis appeal extends to the abundance of affordable housing and quality of life that is essential to attracting new residents. With a great educational structure focus in providing higher education and low crime makes this city a unique place to call home. Shopping in San Luis provides a range

of diverse retails stores that are located in the downtown adjacent to the border. Shopping in the Mexican border town is always a favorite, and the open-air markets in these town offers Mexican souvenirs, dentist, doctors, and pharmacies within walking distance from the border. San Luis rich heritage and cultural appeal makes this city a unique community. 

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Katherine Landing at Lake Mohave Marina Arizona Waterfront Winter Paradise!

ocated just off historic Route 66 near Laughlin Nevada within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Katherine Landing at Lake Mohave Marina is a mecca for active visitors seeking stunning desert landscapes, great winter weather and plenty of boating, fishing and water recreation opportunities. Lake Mohave Known for its world class boating opportunities, Lake Mohave offers nearly 200 secluded coves and sandy beaches for exploration and relaxation. The lake is also a great smallmouth, largemouth and striped bass fishing destination. Kayaking, stand up paddling, and even scuba diving are other popular ways to enjoy the this sprawling 67 mile lake.

Full-Service Marina With 800 slips, a full-service boat shop, multiple launch ramps, fuel dock, moorage and a wide variety of boat rentals, Katherine Landing is the largest marina on scenic Lake Mohave. Camping Katherine Landing offers RV campers 30-amp and 50-amp

full hook up site options as well as plenty of affordable dry camping sites, all with stunning desert scenery.

Lake Mohave Lodge The historic Lake Mohave Lodge is a 50 room, 1960’s vintage hotel located just steps away from the marina, boat rentals, swim beach, Katherine Landing Café and retail store. Gaming, Dining and Entertainment Situated just 10 minutes from Katherine Landing is the riverfront Laughlin Nevada strip with eight casinos including the Tropicana, Harrah’s and the Golden Nugget. Looking to visit Las Vegas? The king of all gaming destinations in less than 2 hours away! Sightseeing Historic Route 66, the old Arizona mining town of Oatman and the Grand Canyon Skywalk are among the other attractions in the area surrounding Katherine Landing. Visitors seeking a combination of outdoor adventure, fun and relaxation will find that Katherine Landing at Lake Mohave Marina delivers all that and the amazing winter climate of the Arizona desert!  Katherine Landing is an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service

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Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame: The Home of “Hobbspitality”

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id you know that Lea County is home to more Rodeo Champions than any other county in the United States? Visit the Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame, located on the campus of New Mexico Junior College, where permanent exhibits range from the history of Southeast-

ern New Mexico (there’s more than you think!) to the pioneers, ranchers, and rodeo champs who have put Lea County on the map in the Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame. Check out the artifacts on display, or be one of the first to delve deeper into our collections with our new touchscreen technology. “There’s so much history here, and

the population has such pride in their heritage, that it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement,” says Erin Anderson, Executive Director. Not only can you learn about the history of the area with the permanent exhibits, but you can always find something new in the traveling exhibits gallery. “We pride ourselves on providing

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a unique, educational experience for all ages,” continues Anderson. “For example, a few years back we brought in Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, which was HUGE for our area. Not only was that our most successful exhibit to-date, but it also made other museums in New Mexico look at us and say ‘If HOBBS can do it, then we can too!’ How cool is that?” More recently, the Museum has hosted exhibits about Rodin, National Geographic, dinosaurs, Goose Bumps! The Science of Fear, and so much more. “You do not want to miss what we have coming up,” explains Anderson. August 19-October 31, 2021 - Explore the newest National Park, White Sands National Monument, with Into the Great White Sands: Photographs by Craig Varjabedian. Before White Sands became a National Park on December 20, 2019, artist Craig Varjabedian explored the surrealistic landscape of White Sands, near Alamogordo, NM, creating masterful images over a period of five years. White Sands is breathtakingly vast, encom-

passing 275 miles, landscape entirely made of crystals of gypsum. Pure white dunes roll in waves for miles to the mountainous horizon- forming a landscape filled with spectacular color and astonishing light. The park is brimming with a history both ancient and recently relevant, contained in an environment with flourishing vegetation and wildlife - whose days begin in vivid sunrise and end in dramatically vibrant sunsets. The Sands is an unforgettably unique place - a land that words fail to adequately describe, but whose visual beauty and wondrous imagery Varjabedian has brilliantly captured in these eloquent and evocative pictures. The fifty images selected for this exhibition of Into the Great White Sands are from his collection found in his recently published book of the same name. To the Moon: Snoopy Soars with NASA examines the history of Apollo 10 and the Peanuts characters’ role in that flight and in the NASA Manned Flight Awareness safety program. It was a very great honor when the crew

of Apollo 10 chose to nickname their command and lunar modules Charlie Brown and Snoopy, respectively. The flight of Apollo 10 in May 1969 was the “dress rehearsal” for the lunar landing that was scheduled for July 1969. Charles Schulz’s involvement with NASA began a year earlier than the 1969 flight of Apollo 10 when he was approached by NASA with a request to use Snoopy as their safety mascot. The Silver Snoopy Award program was instituted to improve the safety record of NASA employees and contractors. It proved to be a huge success with the astronauts and the employees. The Silver Snoopy pin is a much-coveted award. Snoopy has been on the job for 50 plus years and continues to this day in his role as NASA’s safety mascot. To the Moon: Snoopy Soars with NASA is organized and toured by the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center, Santa Rosa, California. Follow us on Facebook or check the Museum’s website (nmjc.edu/museum) for up-to-date information on Museum hours. 

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Iowa’s National Motorcycle Museum

ver 500 motorcycles, several thousand pieces of art and memorabilia, even a very early airplane are part of the National Motorcycle Museum presentation of American transportation history. Located about 50 miles west

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of the Mississippi in Anamosa, Iowa, artist Grant Wood’s territory, the Museum offers visitors a look at motorcycles from around the world, 1890’s through the 20th Century. If that huge motorcycle collection isn’t reason enough to visit, Museum staff recently installed the Early American Transportation Innovation exhibition focused on pre-1920 transportation ideas and inventions of all types. A timeline of innovations opens the exhibit and you’ll learn about the origins of steam power, internal combustion in motorcycles, even aviation innovation is touched on. Central to this new show is a one-off airplane the Museum received as donation recently. The 1911 STECO Aerohydroplane, a very innovative bi-plane on floats, created by Chicago inventor James Stephens is powered by a French Gnome-Omega seven cylinder rotary engine. Surprised to see an airplane in a motorcycle museum? It turns out that Glenn Curtiss, the Wright Bothers and other inventive types experimented with wheeled and winged transportation; there’s innovation cross-over. “So many interesting approaches to transportation were tried, so many patents established in these early years. The motorcycles, bicycles and the airplane show so much interesting and creative American innovation,” says National Motorcycle Museum chairman, Jill Parham. “This was a challenging project in so many ways. We are grateful to the Minnesota Air & Space Museum for donating the STECO collection, the monetary donations of support and for all the volunteers who helped get it installed in our Museum.” Motorcycles on display include a replica 1869 Roper Steam Cycle, Flying Merkel, Iver Johnson, Reading Standard, Excelsior, Thor, Sears, Thomas, the very rare Blue Bird and Crouch plus fine Indians and Harley-Davidsons. The National Motorcycle Museum rotates exhibits annually so don’t wait long to visit. Whether you’re a motorcycle enthusiast or just into American history, plan your visit at www. nationalmcmuseum.org, or call 319 462 3925.  www.ritzhospitalitymag.com

Come Explore History at Grout Museum District!

he Grout Museum District in Waterloo, Iowa strives to provide a better understanding of our world by collecting, preserving and interpreting history and illustrating scientific principles. The Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum honors the service and sacrifice of all Iowa veterans from the Civil War to present. Step into their stories through traditional exhibits, interactive activities and an electronic Wall of Honor. The Grout Museum of History and Science collects, preserves and interprets cultural and natural history of the region. Pretend you’re a pioneer. Explore your ancestry. Your curiosity will take you far! Our current featured exhibits: Desert Storm: 30 Years Later marks the 30th anniversary of the Persian Gulf War. More than 3,000 Iowans were part of a U.S.–led coalition force that expelled Saddam Hussein’s invading Iraqi forces from the sovereign nation of Kuwait. Six Iowans were killed in the war. This exhibit will include artifacts and first-person oral histories from Iowans who served in the conflict, as well as local news coverage from that time. Remember the Ladies: The Path to Suffrage takes you on a journey to explore the relationship between suffragists in Iowa and the Cedar Valley and the national movement and learn about the changing roles of women throughout the 20th century. Winning the right to vote was a hard-fought battle for women. Iowans like Carrie Chapman Catt, Amelia Bloomer, Annie Nowlin Savery and Anna B. Lawther were at the forefront of this effort. Admission to the Grout Museum AND Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum is $12 for Adults, $6 for Veterans & Children 4-13, and Children 3 & Under are free! Desert Storm veterans receive free admission for the duration of the exhibit. www.ritzhospitalitymag.com

Hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. For more information visit groutmuseumdistrict.org or call 319-234-6357.

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DESERT STORM: 30 YEaRS LaTER NOW OPEN at the GROUT MUSEUM OF HISTORY & SCIENCE More than 3,000 Iowans were part of a U.S. led coalition force that expelled Saddam Hussein’s invading Iraqi forces from the sovereign nation of Kuwait. Six Iowans were killed in the war. Thirty years later, this exhibit will provide deeper public understanding and acknowledgment of their service, which set precedent for Iowan’s subsequent and ongoing service in that region. Background Image: Stinger Crew, Operation Desert Storm, April 1, 1992 Ad paid for, in part, by Experience Waterloo Hotel/Motel Tax

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Casey Tibbs South Dakota Rodeo Center Fort Pierre, South Dakota

ust minutes from the interstate in cozy Fort Pierre, South Dakota, a cowboy treasure of epic proportions waits for hungry groups. Both a historical rodeo museum and a rentable venue for western-style entertainment and catered meals, the Casey Tibbs South Dakota Rodeo Center will prove to be a feast for the eyes, mind and belly. Seated atop Verendrye Drive and across the river from South Dakota’s state capitol, Casey Tibbs Rodeo Center presents the state’s rich rodeo culture from the past and present day. Take a stroll through the outdoor garden, featuring life-size sculptures; admire memorabilia from champion rodeo performers, including the amazing, nine-time world champion rodeo performer Casey Tibbs, exhibits on the Great Plains Indian Rodeo, Olympic Rodeo and more. Learn about world-famous cowgirl trick rider extraordinaire – Mattie Goff-Newcome. Want to be a rodeo star? Do not miss the chance to ride a virtual bronc at the Casey Tibbs

Rodeo Center. Have dinner with a view at the Casey Tibbs Center’s conference area. Through the windows, historic Fort

Pierre and the beautiful Missouri River vie for guests’ attentions against the dazzling cuisine, which can be catered to specific South Dakota fare such as bison steaks, and entertainment. Upon

request, the Casey Tibbs Center can bring the heart of South Dakota to life before bus tour groups’ eyes with presentations from Lakota dancers, Rodeo Ambassadors and more. Ask about adding a Lewis and Clark historical presentation to a conference center rental to increase the educational factor of a tour. There is something inherently American about the rodeo, and perhaps that is why Fort Pierre is also a “gold mine” of historic sites. Learn about Lewis and Clark, Wild Bill, the settlement of the native Lakota people, Casey Tibbs and much more. View one of the most important historical discoveries of the region via the tale of the Verendrye brothers, a duo who stealthily claimed part of South Dakota for France in the 1700s. The Casey Tibbs Center is bus group ready with ample parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities. Discounts for bus groups apply. For more information, visit caseytibbs.com or phone (605) 494-1094. 

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Welcome To Ontario, Oregon

ntario is nestled on the lush banks of the Snake River and is proud to be the first Oregon city you encounter when traveling west from the Idaho border. Once you

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enter the uniquely rugged landscape of the Treasure Valley, you will come to understand why many people never want to leave. Those who choose to live here understand the meaning and importance of a quality, family oriented lifestyle. Thus, the community reflects the energy, distinction, and diversity of the surrounding geography. Ontario is the kind of laid-back town you dream about when you want to get away from the hectic schedule of a busy, big city lifestyle. It is a town where you will find the people are genuine, authentic, friendly, and down to earth. It is a town with a fascinating history, rich traditions, and a diverse population. Ontario boasts a myriad of recreational activities for all ages, interests and skill levels within driving distance from its downtown area. Here you can enjoy mountain biking, hiking, golfing, camping, sport fishing, bird watching, kayaking, river rafting, horseback riding and much more. Ontario is situated only two hours from

four separate ski resorts including the world renowned Tamarack Ski Resort in Cascade Idaho. You can not only downhill ski to your heart’s content, but also snowmobile, cross country ski and ice skate as well. There are also 61 acres of lush parks within the city, so there are many opportunities to just enjoy the landscape. Ontario is known for its wonderful annual Winter Wonderland Christmas Parade - the largest Christmas Parade in our region. It is held on the first Saturday of December, although the weather may be cold, the people of Ontario are warm and friendly. We invite you to join us to watch the wonderful Christmas Parade and enjoy the mix of local entries of floats, marching bands, dignitaries and of course the big guy himself Santa Clause! Ontario is a city full of things to do, places to see, and four distinct and beautiful season’s, so anytime you choose to visit will be the perfect time. Visit us on our web site at www. ontariochamber.com  www.ritzhospitalitymag.com

Welcome to Salmon Harbor Marina ‘The Best Kept Secret on the Oregon Coast’!

almon Harbor Marina boasts one of the Oregon Coast’s largest recreational facilities, all in an area known for its natural beauty. Whatever your interests, you’ll discover your complete vacation experience in Salmon Harbor. Complete Marina Facilities Salmon Harbor Marina is one of the largest recreational facilities on the Oregon Coast. The marina has immediate access to the Umpqua River, the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, the Pacific Ocean, and miles of white-sand public beaches. 550 moorage slips are available in Salmon Harbor for short-term or longterm occupancy, at competitive rates. Both wood and concrete docks, with shore power and domestic water, are available. Harbor services include two launch ramps. A full-service fuel dock is available at the west end launch offering Non-Ethanol Premium fuel 92 octane for Water Craft, ATV’s and Lawn Tools. Need repairs or supplies? Winchester Bay businesses offer a range of services for mariners. As well as sling-type and crane-type launching facilities for larger vessels. The U.S. Coast Guard is also available to assist you from their station in Salmon Harbor. Visitors are welcome to tour their facility. Please call ahead (541-271-2138) to make arrangements. Camping Opportunities Salmon Harbor also has 124 selfcontained camping sites available with restroom and shower facilities. These campsites are on a first come first serve basis and are available yearround. www.ritzhospitalitymag.com

Sightseeing Visitors with historical interests will want to tour the Umpqua River Lighthouse, over a century old and commanding dramatic views of the Oregon Dunes and the Pacific Ocean. In nearby Reedsport, the Umpqua Discovery Center offers a glimpse into the region’s past, from the times of the Kuuich tribe to the present. Historic homes dot the community of Gardiner, just the other side of the Umpqua River. Wildlife Don’t miss the Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area, just outside Reedsport on Highway 38, where you can view these majestic animals in a protected natural setting. Whales travel past Winchester Bay on their annual migration each spring. And you’ll find a range of coastal wildlife along the many hiking trails in the area.

Fishing Few anglers go home from Salmon Harbor empty-handed. Species in the area include Chinook salmon, striped bass, steelhead, sturgeon, chad, pink fin perch, and small mouth bass. We’ve become known as the Crab Capital of Oregon for the delicious Dungeness crab you can catch right off the docks, and several different species of clam are just a pail and shovel away. Off-Roading It’s hard to match the exhilaration of climbing the towering Oregon Dunes in an all-terrain vehicle. Bring your own, or rent locally, to explore off the beaten track! Annual events in Salmon Harbor include competitions for the dedicated ATV-er. Or, for a taste of “old-fashioned” off-roading, dogsleds meet the dunes in the annual Dune Mushers’ Run.  A Department of Douglas County, Oregon

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BEST WESTERN Rama Inn of Ephrata!

ust minutes away from our recently renovated and comfortable Ephrata hotel, guests come from around the world to explore the beauty of Grant County. Others come here for the fantastic concerts at The Gorge Amphitheatre, one of America’s premier outdoor concert venues. Whether you prefer recreation in the great outdoors or relaxing and listening to your favorite band, why not stay in luxury at the same time?

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Enjoy clean, comfortable spacious rooms and luxury bedding at our property. Our heated, indoor pool is a haven after a long day of sunbathing or adventure. Come for the water recreation and incredible hiking trails along the Columbia River Gorge. Fishing, hunting and outdoor recreation are a way of life near our hotel.

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In 2012, Best Western became the first hotel brand to set a high level of cleanliness with the rollout of the successful “I Care Clean” program. At the onslaught of the Covid-19 pandemic, we were among the first in the industry to rollout new standards and best practices to enhance our cleaning protocol. For the past seventeen years, Thonna Bodi-Milligan–General Manager, has been working hard to insure that the staff is consistently courteous and accommodating. At Ephrata BEST WESTERN, we know that our guests deserve the best while traveling that’s why yearly renovations continue keep the hotel up to date and being consistent on cleaning standards are a must! Join us at the Best Western Rama Inn of Ephrata, WA– “Because we care!”.  www.ritzhospitalitymag.com

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Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Pyramid Lake yramid Lake is located about 50 miles northeast of Reno, Nevada, and has been designated as one of the first 5 National Scenic Byways in the country. The Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation is comprised of 476,728 acres, with three communities within. The tribal membership are direct descendants of the Northern Paiute People who occupied the vast areas of the Great Basin, but more specifically, the Kooyooe Tukaddu band (named for the unique prehistoric fish found only in Pyramid Lake.) Today, the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe is one of the largest tribes in Nevada, with roughly 2,500 Tribal Members living on the Reservation. Pyramid Lake occupies 112,000 surface acres inside the reservation boundary, and has a shoreline of approximately

der the ‘Permits’ tab. Masks are required at each of our three stores; customer limits are posted at all three store locations. Pertinent store information is posted on the Pyramid Lake Tribal Enterprises Facebook Page, or Pyramid Lake Marina Store. Fireworks are sold year-round at each of these store locations, and each purchase comes with a permit which allows customers to discharge at select Pyramid Lake Beaches. Case sales are available online at: www.i80casesales.com. On social media, you can find us at - i80fireworks on Instagram; I-80 Fireworks on Facebook, and on firework specific website, www.pyramidlakefireworks.com. Up to date information can be found on Facebook at Pyramid Lake Enterprises and Pyramid Lake, as well as at Twitter @ plpt.

175 miles. The endorheic salt lake is a residual body remaining from the Pleistocene Lake Lahontan, which had covered most of the Northern Nevada areas 9,000 years ago. The lake is now fed primarily by the Truckee River, which serves as an outlet of Lake Tahoe. Pyramid Lake was given its name for the pyramid shaped tufa-rock formation on the southeastern part of the lake, which is accompanied by the Stone Mother. Fish species of Pyramid Lake occupying the lake includes the worldwide famous Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, Sacramento Perch, Tui-Chub, Tahoe sucker and Cui-ui, which is on the endangered species list. Recreation – Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic that is currently gripping the world, the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribal Council has new restrictions in place that have changed recreation at the lake. Permits are now available online ONLY at plpt.nagfa.net/ online, and the Ranger Station, located at 2500 Lakeview Dr, in Sutcliffe. Permit prices have also changed – you may now find these changes at our website, PyramidLake.us, un-

Fishing – As Pyramid Lake is known for its prized Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, fishing season is as follows: trout fishing is open from October 1 to June 30th of each year. Trout season is closed from July 1st through September 30th. From July 1st to September 30th, the open waters of Pyramid Lake will be open to fishing to all species, excluding trout and cui-ui, and is limited to shore fishing only. Wading is permitted, but no boats, ladders or flotation devices may be used to fish. Any trout or cui-ui must be immediately released. Truckee River fishing on the Pyramid Lake Reservation is open from June 1st through February 28th, and will be closed to fishing from March 1st, through and including May 31st. Legal Fishing Hours are one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset. For more information on fishing, please feel free to contact our amazing Ranger Station team at 775-476-1155. They are open every day of the week, 8-4 pm.  Tribal Administration Building: 775-574-1000 Pyramid Lake Tribal Rangers: 775-476-1155 Website: pyramidlake.us

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Humboldt Museum

ver wonder what became of old Winnemucca, the town where brave pioneers sought their fortune and weary cowboys hitched up their steeds after a day on the Nevada range? Those days live on at the Humboldt Museum, along with the Great Depression, the Roaring Twenties, and even the Ice Age. The museum offers a compendium of area history through its many artifacts. Visitors will see a turn-of-the-century soda factory scene, several horseless carriages, a set of bones from a local mammoth, remnants from Chinatown and so much more. The three acre Humboldt Museum complex consists of four structures open to tours: the former St. Mary the Virgin Episcopal Church built in 1907 (the original home of Humboldt Museum), the 1880’s Greinstein Mercantile Building, the Cumley-Richardson House built in 1899, and the modern two-story brick museum building

which houses the bulk of the museum’s exhibits and collections. Visitors will also enjoy plenty of RV parking

Winnemucca, Nevada. Public hours are Monday–Friday 9:00am-4:00pm & Saturdays 1:00pm-4:00pm. The mu-

alongside a shaded interpretive viewing plaza overlooking the Humboldt River Valley. Humboldt Museum is situated above the California Trail, along the Humboldt River, at 175 Museum Way in

seum is generally self-guided, although docent-guided tours are available. While admission is free, donations are always appreciated. For more information visit www.humboldtmuseum.org or call (775) 623-2912.

Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Home of the Kooyooe Tukaddu Band of Paiute Indians

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Pyramid Lake is located about 38 miles northeast of Reno, Nevada, and has been designated as one of the first 5 National Scenic Byways in the country. Considered the most beautiful desert lake in the world, Pyramid Lake is home to world renowned Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, to amazing Tufa Rock Formations, and is a site of tranquility and peace to many returning visitors. Recreational activities are available by season, and permits are easily available online. Check us out at pyramidlake.us today!

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River Market Antiques

he River Market Antiques is positively a one of a kind antique shop located in Columbus, Georgia, where the owner, Allen Woodall, is most often available in the store to share an experience, or to answer questions about unique items in the store. With a wide variety of distinctive and limited pieces, The River Market has offered customers an enjoyable shopping experience for over 20 years. And in addition to the retail experience, customers are able to take a walk down memory lane by stepping into The World Famous Lunchbox Museum.

Columbus, Georgia native, Allen Woodall, purchased his first lunch boxes from The Lakewood Fairgrounds in Atlanta in 1985; The Green Hornet and Dick Tracy lunch boxes were the first in his collection. He found the lunch boxes to be one of the greatest forms of pop art, and it was the art that would keep Woodall on the hunt to accumulate more, and more boxes to add to his growing gallery. After a few years of compiling these miniature masterpieces, Woodall decided to write a book. He hoped his book would inspire others and promote the hobby of collecting metal lunch boxes. The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Metal Lunch Boxes was Published in 1990, and re-released in 2000. The book was Woodall’s way of sharing information about lunch box manufacturers, care and cleaning instructions, carry-alls, and even advertising and original art. Today, there are over 5,000 pieces in The World Famous Lunch Box Museum, where people come from all over the world to take a walk down memory lane. Today, there are over 6 museums located inside of The River 22 R i t z

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Market. July 2021 marked the grand opening of Columbus Collective Museums which houses The Lunchbox Museum, The Royal Crown Cola Museum, The Chero-Cola Museum,

The Nehi Drink Museum, Tom Huston’s Peanuts Museum, and The Georgia Radio Museum! For more information and for more history on these collections, visit our website - columbuscollectivemuseums.com .  www.ritzhospitalitymag.com

We invite you to visit Harlem, Georgia!

arlem, Georgia, founded in 1870, is a charming small city about half an hour west of Augusta, Georgia. In Harlem, you will experience precious small-town life and abundant southern hospitality. Harlem is the birthplace of comedic pioneer Oliver Hardy. Oliver Hardy and Stan Laurel paved a path for comedians with their historic careers, which bridged the gap between the silent era short films into “talkies” or sound films culminating in full-length features. The city celebrates Oliver’s comedic legacy throughout its quaint downtown. You will find a fun Laurel and Hardy mural beside the railroad tracks, the historic water tower is crested with Oliver’s jolly smile, and inside the Harlem Museum and Welcome Center located in the historic Columbia Theater, you will discover The Laurel and Hardy Museum of Harlem, GA. The latter is the only museum dedicated to the careers of Laurel and Hardy in The United States. Each year on the first Saturday in October, Harlem hosts tens of thousands of guests at the Oliver Hardy Festival dedicated to celebrating the heart of creativity of the dynamic duo by inviting craft vendors, entertainers, lookalikes, and more. The museum also contains a deep dive into the rich history of Harlem, Georgia. Discover why the city was developed,

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how it was named, how the city became a summer haven for surrounding cities, and how Harlem pioneered entertainment and innovation for Columbia County. As the first city in the county, Harlem had a significant impact on the local area and the State of Georgia. Let the museum take you on a journey through both time and entertainment. In Harlem, you can enjoy an afternoon filled with shopping downtown, feasting on superb cuisine in one of the local eateries, treating yourself to some yummy ice cream at our local ice cream parlor, or even appreciate a walk through the town to experience the beauty of an eclectic blend of historic architecture. Of course, you are also encouraged to stay the evening at Columbia County’s only bed and breakfast, The Red Oak Manor. Harlem is ripe with activity as the city, the Harlem Merchants Association, and others routinely host fun-filled, family events throughout the town. So many of Harlem’s three thousand plus residents are young families, growing and nurturing the small-town with class and southern charm, making Harlem an extraordinary and welcoming place. Add us to your itinerary for any trip through Georgia and the South to get an authentic taste of both the past and present of a vibrant, growing, small southern city. 

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