Events

Since he came to his position in 2015, George has dedicated himself to the year-round role as the General Manager of the fourth largest rodeo in North America.  His job involves coordinating countless moving pieces to ensure the success of this historic ten-day event.  As a relatively new addition to the Reno Rodeo team, George brought a wealth of business and rodeo experience from his previous home in Caldwell, Idaho.  At the time of their move, George and his lovely wife, Shannon, had been living in Idaho for 52 years.  He jokingly explains that it took them that long to "grow their wings."  George will share with us the exciting events planned for this years Rodeo June 16-25.

The JUSTin HOPE Foundation gives hope to families and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by promoting inclusion and creating opportunities through education/training and family support to maximize the individual's potential.  The Foundation was inspired by Justin Reitz, the founder's son, who was born in 2002 and diagnosed with autism at the age of two.

Dave is on the Board of Director's for the Foundation.  He will speak to us about the programs they offer and their upcoming event.

In Preparation for Kids Free Fishing Day, we will not be meeting this week. 

Sparks Rotary would like to invite all adaptive youth to join us at the Sparks Marina on Thursday, June 9th for a fun day of fishing with our friend Rebecca. All necessary fishing gear will be provided free of charge! Fishing coaches will be available to help you catch a fish.

Thursday, June 9, 2022
10 am to 2 pm
Sparks Marina

We’re Going Fishing!

The Rotary Club of Sparks in partnership with the City of Sparks and Nevada Department of Wildlife is excited to be hosting Kid’s Free Fishing Event. The fishing event is free for all kids 17 years old and younger. All youth must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.  Only registered youth for this event may fish at this location without a fishing license.

Registration is day of the event only on the south side of Sparks Marina.

Don’t have a fishing pole? No problem. Fishing poles and bait are provided, while supplies last.

Never been fishing before? We have coach volunteers to help our youth anglers reel them in and NDOW will stock the lake with over 7,000 rainbow and brown trout in preparation for a fun and eventful event!

Face painting and many more fun activities for the whole family. Did we mention… it’s FREE!

With over two decades experience on the Nevada coaching staff and in administration, Ken was named UNR's 27th head coach on December 10, 2021.  While building relationships with Wolf Pack fans in the community has been a goal since becoming Nevada's head coach, it's far from Wilson's top objective.  That is to build Wolf Pack football into a championship football program again, a place it has not reached since 2010 when Wilson was the Wolf Pack's associate head coach and Nevada won the WAC with a 13-1 record.

For five years Rob oversaw all aspects of fleet repair and maintenance for Sierra Pacific Power Company before becoming the owner and general manager of his own automotive repair company.  Specializing in fleet maintenance, general automotive repair, preventative maintenance and automotive transmission repair, Rob will speak to us about preparing now for summer weather conditions that will keep your vehicle on the road.  

Alongside her four goats; Bosco, Oatcake, Sharkey and Jon Snow, Jody hiked the 172 mile Tahoe Rim Trail in 2021. Throughout the 26 day trek, her goats carried her gear, became her best friends, and provided wonderful entertainment.  Now they can take you hiking as well! Jody will speak to us about the her walking adventures throughout the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, and Leading a Life Uncommon.