Arriving from the ding-ding-dinging of Reno to the quiet, sleepy Quincy was a great change of pace.  We checked into The Sporting Inn located on Main Street. The B&B is located on the second floor of a storefront, in a building that looks to have been there since the town’s early days. It was like stepping back in time. We were warmly welcomed by Innkeeper Sandy, who made us feel right at home. There was a common fridge with cold drinks, books and games to borrow in the sitting room, and a cozy bed in a homey room down the hall. Fluffy white robes were on-hand for going back and forth to the shared bathroom or shower. In the morning, Sandy introduced us to Jennifer, who prepared an amazing breakfast each morning. There was always fresh fruit, something home-baked, steaming coffee and a flavorful main dish. I think my favorite was a spinach and cheese omelet, but the breakfast sandwich on the last day was a close second. We enjoyed swapping stories with the ladies and other guests. Some were visitors there to enjoy the natural beauty of the area; others were performing or involved somehow with the festival.

The High Sierra Music Festival is a four-day festival featuring an eclectic mix of music in a beautiful setting in the mountains about 80 miles northwest of Reno. Big-name artists like The Black Crows, Widespread Panic and Ozomatli played alongside lesser-known but equally talented jazz, newgrass, bluegrass, funk, electronica, afrobeat, and more. We were set up by the Big Meadow stage, one of the main performance areas. The edges of the meadow were filled with campers. The atmosphere of the festival was friendly, peace-loving and gentle. There were LOTS of families and kids seemed to roam freely, carefree. Food was delicious and healthier than usual. Most of the sponsors were organic/natural beverages and there were vendors selling handmade, fair-trade and environmentally friendly items. Everyone seemed to have a great time, and we were very happy to have been included. Videos below should give a better idea of the vibe.

One of our favorites:
Zach Deputy download link-http://www.mediafire.com/?jyrmzho1ld0

After our shifts were over, we enjoyed some really good food back in Quincy. One highlight was a coconut fish curry with quinoa salad accompanied by a carrot, ginger, cardamom juice (HT) at Pangaea, and Sweet Lorraine’s Blackened Pork Chop (Donny). We were sorry to leave, but it was an absolutely beautiful drive out of the mountains and on to Napa.