Robin
@redrockrobin.bsky.social
Hydrologist, cat person, owned by two dogs, hiking, plant nerding, rural Nevadan. She/they
What started as a half assed joke because my middle nephew is a pest and refuses to tell me what he wants for gifty days had turned into an hour side quest with a daydream weeklong adventure touring the creameries of Oregon. At least he isn't getting one large wheel this time 🤣
February 19, 2026 at 12:41 AM
What started as a half assed joke because my middle nephew is a pest and refuses to tell me what he wants for gifty days had turned into an hour side quest with a daydream weeklong adventure touring the creameries of Oregon. At least he isn't getting one large wheel this time 🤣
It's bad enough i have to get photographed by tsa every trip. I don't have any interest in being seripticously being identified as I go about my day to day.
Facial recognition technology is dangerous when it works and when it doesn't.
The last thing we need is Big Tech, the government, or anyone else capturing our biometrics as we go about our lives.
Meta must not add this unreliable and invasive technology to its glasses.
The last thing we need is Big Tech, the government, or anyone else capturing our biometrics as we go about our lives.
Meta must not add this unreliable and invasive technology to its glasses.
Meta Plans to Add Facial Recognition Technology to Its Smart Glasses
www.nytimes.com
February 18, 2026 at 11:24 PM
It's bad enough i have to get photographed by tsa every trip. I don't have any interest in being seripticously being identified as I go about my day to day.
Is it wrong I'm hoping for a weather closure?
LKN issues SNOW SQUALL for Humboldt County, Northern Elko County, Northern Lander County and Northern Eureka County, Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range, South Central Elko Coun... at Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:43:57 +0000 via IEMbot
Additional Details Here.
Additional Details Here.
February 18, 2026 at 6:56 AM
Is it wrong I'm hoping for a weather closure?
I need a longer bed so I can have my legs straight and the dog can sleep at my feet (he sneaks up while I'm sleeping)
February 17, 2026 at 7:37 AM
I need a longer bed so I can have my legs straight and the dog can sleep at my feet (he sneaks up while I'm sleeping)
Can confirm, my siding is trying to come off (more)
🚨 Winter Storm Warning issued February 16 at 1:39PM PST until February 18 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Elko NV 🚨
Additional Details Here.
Additional Details Here.
February 16, 2026 at 9:57 PM
Can confirm, my siding is trying to come off (more)
Winter finally?
🚨 Winter Storm Warning issued February 15 at 11:16PM PST until February 18 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Elko NV 🚨
Additional Details Here.
Additional Details Here.
February 16, 2026 at 8:19 AM
Winter finally?
Good. It's the ioc who isn't compromising. His helmet would be political if it said f russia or something to that effect instead of honoring his fellow athletes who have passed.
Ukrainians are uniting in solidarity with Olympic skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych after he was disqualified for wearing a helmet with images of Ukrainian athletes killed during Russia's invasion. n.pr/4rqEdSs
Ukrainians rally in support of Olympian Vladyslav Heraskevych, banned for his helmet
Ukrainians are uniting in solidarity with Olympic skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych after he was disqualified for wearing a helmet with images of Ukrainian athletes killed during Russia's invasion.
n.pr
February 13, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Good. It's the ioc who isn't compromising. His helmet would be political if it said f russia or something to that effect instead of honoring his fellow athletes who have passed.
That's not even a bee sting to them.
Tesla started running unpermitted battery recycling equipment at its Gigafactory while its environmental impacts were still under government review — and must now pay Nevada $200,000 for it.
Read more here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/tesl...
Read more here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/tesl...
Tesla pays Nevada $200K in fines for operating battery recycling equipment without permit - The Nevada Independent
Tesla will pay Nevada $200,000 for operating battery recycling equipment at its Northern Nevada Tesla Gigafactory without a permit, according to a settlement signed by the company and the Nevada…
thenevadaindependent.com
February 13, 2026 at 4:13 PM
That's not even a bee sting to them.
Please no. They're all wackadoos
Will Sam Brown be Nevada’s next congressman? How about Andy Matthews, Joey Gilbert or Paul Enos? Mini Racker checks in on the state of the race to replace Rep. Mark Amodei.
Read about it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/gop-...
Read about it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/gop-...
GOP primary to replace Amodei hinges on Trump favorite Sam Brown - The Nevada Independent
If the former Senate nominee doesn’t enter the race, as many as a dozen candidates are waiting in the wings — and a few will run even if he does.
thenevadaindependent.com
February 13, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Please no. They're all wackadoos
It was an inspiring week, but I need a long ass nap before I can act on it. Hopefully it doesn't evaporate while I snooze.
February 13, 2026 at 4:07 PM
It was an inspiring week, but I need a long ass nap before I can act on it. Hopefully it doesn't evaporate while I snooze.
Reposted by Robin
“The Florida Panhandle has seen more snowfall than Salt Lake City this year,” said Jon Meyer, assistant state climatologist at the Utah Climate Center.
Western ski resorts and their terrible, horrible, no snow, very bad year
“The Florida Panhandle has seen more snowfall than Salt Lake City this year,” said Jon Meyer, assistant state climatologist at the Utah Climate Center.
www.sltrib.com
February 7, 2026 at 8:15 PM
“The Florida Panhandle has seen more snowfall than Salt Lake City this year,” said Jon Meyer, assistant state climatologist at the Utah Climate Center.
Leaving abnormally warm 50degree days to 13 degrees F abnormally chilly weather.
February 7, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Leaving abnormally warm 50degree days to 13 degrees F abnormally chilly weather.
Riding a 737max this morning.
February 7, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Riding a 737max this morning.
Gotta quit procrastinating and pack for this trip. Toilet project is going to have to wait for the leak to be fingerwagged at when i get back.
February 7, 2026 at 12:27 AM
Gotta quit procrastinating and pack for this trip. Toilet project is going to have to wait for the leak to be fingerwagged at when i get back.
My mom thought a sofa spring had given way
People along the Wasatch Front reported feeling the rattles of an earthquake Thursday afternoon. The epicenter was in Utah County.
A minor earthquake, centered in Utah County, rattles the Wasatch Front
People along the Wasatch Front reported feeling the rattles of an earthquake Thursday afternoon. The epicenter was in Utah County.
www.sltrib.com
February 6, 2026 at 2:57 AM
My mom thought a sofa spring had given way
Passing connections are thrilling but suck at the same time. Had a bunch of great dances with someone in town for an event.
February 4, 2026 at 1:33 AM
Passing connections are thrilling but suck at the same time. Had a bunch of great dances with someone in town for an event.
Drove over Harrison pass today to #rubylakerefuge in 2wheel drive. The pass should be closed this time of year. The roads were dry enough for kicking up July dust behind the truck.
February 3, 2026 at 1:34 AM
Drove over Harrison pass today to #rubylakerefuge in 2wheel drive. The pass should be closed this time of year. The roads were dry enough for kicking up July dust behind the truck.
Leaving dogs for a week for work. Trying having someone come to the house to check them 2x a day. Clip them together as he won't jump the fence. tested the hrs Friday and Saturday- escape artist broke open a gate & took her brother on walk about. Today he ditched his collar & she left tether&all 🤦♀️
February 2, 2026 at 2:54 AM
Leaving dogs for a week for work. Trying having someone come to the house to check them 2x a day. Clip them together as he won't jump the fence. tested the hrs Friday and Saturday- escape artist broke open a gate & took her brother on walk about. Today he ditched his collar & she left tether&all 🤦♀️
Reposted by Robin
OPINION by John L. Smith: Walker Lake is stunning — and it’s slowly shrinking to death. Exploited and depleted, the lake faces a bleak fate that’s not just a Mineral County problem. It’s a Nevada problem.
Read it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/opin...
Read it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/opin...
February 1, 2026 at 4:30 PM
OPINION by John L. Smith: Walker Lake is stunning — and it’s slowly shrinking to death. Exploited and depleted, the lake faces a bleak fate that’s not just a Mineral County problem. It’s a Nevada problem.
Read it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/opin...
Read it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/opin...
Cumbia and ranchero class went well today, but shit I'm sore. No dancing to all the dancing was not the brightest idea I've had this week... but it's been fun.
January 31, 2026 at 11:47 PM
Cumbia and ranchero class went well today, but shit I'm sore. No dancing to all the dancing was not the brightest idea I've had this week... but it's been fun.
Today, I was eating my lunch in the green room at #nationalcowboypoetrygathering when one of the performers turns to another apropos of nothing- bike shorts or g-string? Right as the other was drinking his beer. There was much blushing, beer exited nostrils, and the camera finally left the room.
January 31, 2026 at 11:21 AM
Today, I was eating my lunch in the green room at #nationalcowboypoetrygathering when one of the performers turns to another apropos of nothing- bike shorts or g-string? Right as the other was drinking his beer. There was much blushing, beer exited nostrils, and the camera finally left the room.
Cheezus mouse
Nearly 1 in 10 Nevadans will lose access to their SNAP food benefits in March as work requirements and other new eligibility rules take effect.
Read about it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/4500...
Read about it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/4500...
45,000 Nevadans expected to lose food stamp benefits in March, says state agency - The Nevada Independent
Reduced eligibility for SNAP assistance is just one way the food program is changing. Starting in October, states will also have to pay more to administer benefits and may be penalized for high…
thenevadaindependent.com
January 30, 2026 at 12:08 AM
Cheezus mouse
5 jobs I've had
1) cleaner for a neighbor
2) line cook
3) art class model
4) timber cruiser
5) grocery store deli person
1) cleaner for a neighbor
2) line cook
3) art class model
4) timber cruiser
5) grocery store deli person
Five jobs I've had
1. Camp counselor
2. Foam Tech
3. Attractions Host
4. Social Media Manager
5. Call center help desk
1. Camp counselor
2. Foam Tech
3. Attractions Host
4. Social Media Manager
5. Call center help desk
Five jobs I've had
1. Grocery store cashier
2. Sensitivity Consultant
3. Senior Writer
4. Lunch "lady"
5. Office manager
1. Grocery store cashier
2. Sensitivity Consultant
3. Senior Writer
4. Lunch "lady"
5. Office manager
January 29, 2026 at 7:11 AM
5 jobs I've had
1) cleaner for a neighbor
2) line cook
3) art class model
4) timber cruiser
5) grocery store deli person
1) cleaner for a neighbor
2) line cook
3) art class model
4) timber cruiser
5) grocery store deli person
Honestly this is huge because the state is taking on the environmental liability of the site and its cleanup
The state of Utah just spent $30 million to buy U.S. Magnesium. So now what? I got some answers: www.fox13now.com/news/great-s... #utpol #Utah
January 29, 2026 at 6:58 AM
Honestly this is huge because the state is taking on the environmental liability of the site and its cleanup
I've been using a good group based food diary... it just tried to tell me birria tacos are straight carbs... clearly they used really bad ones for their base line.
January 28, 2026 at 7:58 AM
I've been using a good group based food diary... it just tried to tell me birria tacos are straight carbs... clearly they used really bad ones for their base line.