Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Find a town that fits what you're looking for, whether it's a small town like Ely, along what's affectionately known as "The Loneliest Road in America," Highway 50, or a more metropolitan area like Carson City, or a place that is clearly devoted to gambling and entertainment like Lake Tahoe or Reno.
Explore your job options before settling on a location. Much of Nevada's economy is based on the service industry, which means a lot of jobs pay low to average wages. These include bartenders, waitstaff, housekeepers, casino dealers and others who support the hospitality industry. There are, of course, other career opportunities, but do your homework by checking job boards, networking with anyone familiar with Nevada's business world and even making visits prior to deciding if or when to move there.
Check out the colleges and the career opportunities they could offer you. The largest state university in northern Nevada is the University of Nevada at Reno, which offers a wide range of degree programs, from biotechnology and health care to engineering and agriculture.
Discover the terrain. Northern Nevada is a land marked by mild desert and rugged mountains, so check out the campgrounds, lakes and hiking trails that will be a part of your life in this region.
Visit an outdoor outfitters store and talk to the experts about the types of hiking boots, tents, ski gear, kayaks or any other outdoor recreation clothing and equipment you'll need to enjoy your new outdoor adventures.
Take guided tours of areas unfamiliar to you, both to help you stay safe, as well as learn the history and features of places like the Northern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Likewise, if skiing or kayaking are new activities for you, get some lessons at first to minimize the frustration of learning something new and to get you started with good habits.