On this episode of Community Conversation, Megan Ray sits down with Tami of NVTami and Austin of Nevada Expeditions to explore Nevada’s ghost towns, mining camps, historic sites, and some of the forgotten stories hidden across the Silver State.
They talk about what inspired them to start documenting Nevada history, how they research remote locations, the adventures that come with exploring Nevada’s backcountry, and why preserving these places matters.
The conversation also takes a closer look at historic sites in Elko County and northeastern Nevada, along with the challenges of protecting fragile locations from vandalism, theft, and time.
Whether you love Nevada history, ghost towns, old mining communities, or simply discovering what’s down the next dirt road, this episode is packed with stories from Nevada’s past.


