A Weekend of Dangberg Family History

The weekend of July 23 and 24 the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park will feature two days of Dangberg family history with a Chautauqua on Fred Dangberg, Jr. and a presentation by his real life grandson Steve “Dink” Achard. Both presentations are free.

Author Steve “Dink” Achard will speak on his book Lost Legacy of Carson Valley: The Rise and Fall of the H.F. Dangberg Ranching Empire on Sunday, July 24 at 10:00 am. Achard is the grandson of H.F. Dangberg, Jr. and grew up at the Dangberg Home Ranch in the 1930s and 1940s. His unique insight and first-hand experiences help to bring the family to life. This book will be available for sale and signing by the author, after the presentation.

Alpen Sierra Coffee Company is providing complimentary coffee and 88 Cups & More is providing baked treats for visitors.

The park is located at 1450 Hwy 88m ¼ mile north of the Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital. This is an outdoor event, and visitors should bring their own seating. Dogs are not permitted at this event. For more information, visit dangberghomeranch.org.

Upcoming authors include Gary Noy with a presentation on his book Sierra Stories on August 14 and Comedienne Kat Simmons with a presentation on her book Kat’s Daily Cups on August 28. The park’s full 2016 event schedule is available at the park’s website.

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