Summer Synonymous with Special Events in Reno-Tahoe

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BROADCAST B-ROLL FOOTAGE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD

TITLE: SUMMER SYNONYMOUS WITH SPECIAL EVENTS IN RENO-TAHOE
Diverse Line-up of More than 55 Summer Special Events Caters to Travelers with an Appreciation for the Outdoors, Arts, Culture and Music, Western Heritage, Cuisine and Motorized Sports

STORY SUMMARY: Special events are a significant draw for Reno-Tahoe travelers, who will have over 55 events to choose from this summer. Not surprisingly, the events are as varied and diverse as the region itself, showcasing the best of Reno-Tahoe’s Western heritage, outdoor adventure, arts, culture and music, cuisine and motorized sports.

For a complete release and all event details, download an extended release (PDF) here.

For more information about Reno-Tahoe, visit: www.visitrenotahoe.com.

FOOTAGE INCLUDES: Current event footage from the Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay Race, shot Friday, June 6, 2008. Also included are b-roll segments from other Reno-Tahoe events, including the Tour de Nez, Xterra Tahoe City, Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, and Lake Tahoe Music Festival.

SOUNDBITES:
- Eric Lerude, Founder Reno-Tahoe Odyssey
- "Boots", Event Participant

LOCATOR: Reno, NV.

PROVIDED BY: The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority
Contact: Jenny Franklin, Switchback PR + Marketing (530) 550-2252, jenny@switchbackpr.com
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