for some, the addition of blue skies, open hills and a face full of dust is all it takes to upgrade the day from good to great. They’re modern day rough riders saddled up on 1000 ccs of creature comfort, commanding front row seats to the raw pageantry that unfolds in the hills beyond their home. That’s how the buggy bounces in the backyards of Carson Valley.

If you’re looking to elevate your life with a tasty serving of wine, cheese, rocks and sage, then check out the nearby trails, escapes and adventures that await you in Carson Valley, including those dirty little secrets known to the likes of locals like Ray and Toni.