Silent Riders Christmas Tree Set Up In Virginia City
Done & Done!
It was a very cold November morning, the snow lightly fell throughout the day and Christmas Spirit was in the air
Tackle the task
The Silent Riders along with merchant Joe Stel from town got to work setting up not one, but two trees for the annual tree lighting and the Christmas season! One tree was the Virginia City Christmas Tree and the otherTree is sponsored by The Silver Dollar Saloon!
Cold to the touch
Jackets and gloves were indeed the ticket as the tree set-up commenced in 26 degree weather
Team Work
Strength and Patience
Figuring It Out
Of course lights were out and ornaments were broken, but they got that sorted out!
Figuring It Out
Strength and Patience
Figuring It Out
After a short time, both trees began to take shape
Strength and Patience
Strength and Patience
Even The Elves Got Involved
As with any project, repairs and repositioning had to be done
Even The Elves Got Involved
Even The Elves Got Involved
Even The Elves Got Involved
stringing new bulbs and lights took careful work
A Special Guest
Even The Elves Got Involved
All in All, A Good Day
unbeknownst to most children in town, SANTA made a secret trip to Virginia City to supervise and help as well!
All in All, A Good Day
Even The Elves Got Involved
All in All, A Good Day
it was a goo day as friends got together to chat and cheer on the setting up of the trees!
The Virginia City Tree Lighting
Tradition
The tree lighting was attended by a few, yet die hard Christmas fans
Santa!
Santa dropped by to help with the countdown and get the crowd to participate on this very chilly night
Die Hard Silent Riders
Some die hard Silent Riders braved the cold temps to help with the countdown and cheer Santa on
For the children
This tradition dates back many years and the town all come together to give the local children a thrill
a fun night
Word is that next year, there will be hot chocolate, candy canes and carolers, as well as more lightning and Christmas music! see you then!
Christmas On The Comstock!
Chilly Cheers!
The second Christmas Parade proved a challenge as snow dumped in Virginia City backed by 40 mile an hour winds
The First Parade...
went off without a hitch, the temps were mild and the scores of crowds cheered as the parade marched by with decorated vehicles and Silent Riders, among others
So Much Fun
The air was thick with Christmas cheer as smiles and holiday greetings could be heard up and down the street
Then Things Changed ...DEC.14th
pushing Through
Watching three step
Watching three step
The storm blew in during the afternoon and stuck around
Watching three step
Watching three step
Watching three step
the Snow just kept falling but the wind was the worst as the snow fell sideways and dusted everyones face
Side Snow
Watching three step
Keeping Up Appearances
The Silent Riders as well as a few entrants kept the faith and pushed through giving the families a great time
Keeping Up Appearances
push, Push push... Brrrrr
Keeping Up Appearances
it was hard to smile let alone see with snow blowing directly in your face but it sure was fun!
Braving The Storm
push, Push push... Brrrrr
push, Push push... Brrrrr
these hard core families sure know how to celebrate Christmas as the didn't let some snow dampen their spirits!
push, Push push... Brrrrr
push, Push push... Brrrrr
push, Push push... Brrrrr
The team came through walking and waving with three lanterns showing the way...
A tale Of Two Parades
Dec. 7th
Dec. 14th
Dec. 14th
the first parade went off without a hitch, smiles and fireworks all around
Dec. 14th
Dec. 14th
Dec. 14th
The second parade was a little more to endure but everyone came through, giving the families and kids alike a great time. Actor Jeremy Renner was the Grand Marshal
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Banker & Wife With Michael C. on a chilly fall morning
Fun Facts
Hustle & Bustle
As you walk the streets of Virginia City Nevada today, it's a nice calm stroll, meandering throughout the town, looking in all of the shops and meeting some of the 700 + residence that live here.
But did you know that back in 1875, there were 25,000 full time residence crowding the streets, trying to get a seat at a restaurant or saloon? it was crashing combination of dirty clothed miners and the elite who were moving in from San Francisco because this was " the next big town, where one could make their fortune" .
Shoulder to shoulder, it was a crowded, loud and bustling town that sure seemed like the next big thing! As the silver and gold dwindled, well... so did the population. Now its few residence enjoy a quiet, calm and refreshing town, where you can be alone in the wilderness or meet up with friends in town at the drop of a hat!