Explore Volcanic Highlands On Guided Geologic Daytrip Tour To St. Peter’s Dome Sept. 6
St. Peter’s Dome in Jemez mountains. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites geology enthusiasts and curious explorers to join a full-day Geologic Tour to St. Peter’s Dome from 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday, September 6, 2025. Led by renowned geologists, Fraser and Cathy Goff, this guided excursion into the southeastern Jemez Mountains offers a rare opportunity to discover the stunning volcanic features and geologic history of this rugged and remote region.
Participants will carpool from the Los Alamos Nature Center, departing at 8 a.m., Read More
Daily Postcard: Prickly Pear Cactus Plant On Altura Drive
Daily Postcard: A prickly pear cactus plant spotted Thursday on Altura Drive in White Rock. Photo by Annette Maes-Livermore Read More
Laguna Wildfire Update July 20: Increased Smoke Expected As Firefighters Work To Contain Blaze, 55% Contained
SFNF News:
The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) has released the July 20 update on the lightning-caused Laguna Wildfire, which sparked on June 25. It has consumed 16,713 acres in the Coyote Ranger District, 8 miles north of N.M. 96 and west of the Chama River Canyon Wilderness.
Increased smoke can be expected in the coming days as firefighters work to contain the blaze, now 55 percent contained.
Gallina Ranch remains in “GO” evacuation status, and the Monastery of Christ in the Desert remains in “SET” status. For complete information on evacuations in New Mexico, visit https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/sfd/fire-prevention-programs/ready-set-go-new-mexico/ Read More
Los Alamos National Laboratory Hosts 30 Years Of Quantum Dots Conference – Uniting Pioneering Scientists, Next Generation Of Researchers From Around The World
Quantum dots have transformed technologies in displays, photonics, bioimaging, and energy harvesting. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is hosting the 30 Years of Quantum Dots at Los Alamos conference starting today through July 24 in Santa Fe.
The meeting will unite pioneering scientists and the next generation of researchers from around the world to examine cutting-edge advancements and chart the future of colloidal quantum dot science — a field the Laboratory helped shape from its inception.
“In the early days, quantum dot research was a niche curiosity Read More
First Fort & Arsenal Tours Saturday Aug. 16
Fort Union National Monument, west of Watrous, N.M. Take exit 366 off I-25 and follow N.M. 161 eight
miles west to the Monument. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/foun. Courtesy/NPS
Fort Union News:
WATROUS: Fort Union National Monument announces its upcoming free programs for visitors to experience where Fort Union began. Only accessible once a year, the First Fort and Arsenal ruins are a must-see event.
These 2-hour programs include living history, historic weapons, and time to explore.
Car caravans depart from the visitor center at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., with the distance to the site Read More
Daily Postcard: Butterfly & Bee Drawn To Blooming Flowers
Daily Postcard: The flower of a coreopsis plant attracts a two-tailed swallowtail butterfly recently in the garden of a residence on Barranca Mesa. Photo by Selvi Viswanathan
A bumble bee is attracted to a Rocky Mountain Bee Plant blooming on Barranca Mesa. Photo by Selvi Viswanathan Read More
‘Earth Is The Magnet Of The Sky’ Exhibit Closes Thursday
Albedo III (36 x 36 x 2 in.) is one of the pieces by Catherine Eaton Skinner in the ‘Earth is the Magnet of the Sky’ exhibit, which closes Thursday at Step Up Gallery. Courtesy/Step Up Gallery
STEP UP GALLERY News:
The art exhibit, “Earth is the Magnet of the Sky”, closes Thursday, July 24 at Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library, which is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday.
Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library has hosted this showing of remarkable art by world-renowned artist Catherine Eaton Skinner since early June and it has attracted many Read More
EDD Awards $800K LEDA Grant To Navitas Global In Portales
Navitas Global in Portales has been awarded LEDA funds of $800,000 to create 31 jobs with an estimated annual payroll of $1.9 million and a capital investment of up to $42 million. Courtesy/Navitas Global
EDD News:
SANTA FE — Navitas Global, an advanced ethanol production facility in Portales, has been awarded LEDA assistance to add jobs and expand operations through a program administered by the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD).
Navitas specializes in converting whey derivatives, a sugar-rich byproduct of dairy processing, into advanced biofuels and high-protein animal Read More
Daily Postcard: Dramatic Sunset Follows Rain In White Rock
Daily Postcard: A dramatic sunset colors the sky as gentle rain falls over Pajarito Acres early Friday evening in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Another view of the sky early Friday evening from Pajarito Acres in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
A view of the sky early Wednesday evening from Pinon Trails in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Summer Riding & Hiking Underway On Pajarito Mountain
Lift-served downhill mountain biking is underway at Pajarito. Courtesy/PMSA
Pajarito Mountain News:
Summer is in full swing at Pajarito Mountain, and its lift-served downhill mountain biking trails are riding their gnarly best.
Whether a seasoned downhill Pajarito rider or looking to try something new, the trails provide the perfect blend of challenge and scenery.
Hikers can also take advantage of the lift service to access higher elevation trails and enjoy the cooler mountain air and panoramic vistas that make Pajarito special.
Class 1 Permit Modification Request To Update Off-site Facilities Added To LANL Public Reading Room
LANL News:
Per regulatory requirements, this announcement is to notify readers that the following documents have been added to the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Electronic Reading Room.
The document(s) have been submitted to fulfill one or more requirements of the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
- Class 1 Permit Modification Request to Update Permit Attachment L, Listing of Off-site Facilities
- Response to June 9, 2025 Letter, Temporary Authorization Los Alamos National Laboratory Hazardous Waste Facility Permit
The Boys Are Back In Town!
The boys are back in town and looking sharp as they stroll along Los Pueblos today on Barranca Mesa. Photo by Arrin Arensman Read More
Two Flower Stems Intertwine To Make A “Bouquet” In Nature
Rocky Mountain bee plant and coreopsis together stems intertwine to make a “bouquet” in nature. Photo by Selvi Viswanathan Read More
NMED Reviews Stage 1 Abatement Plan For Former PNM Dump In Algodones
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department is reviewing a Stage 1 Abatement Plan to address contamination at a former Public Service Company of New Mexico waste site located on North Hill Road in Algodones.
PNM submitted its plan on June 23, 2025, to continue assessing environmental contamination resulting from the former dumping site, used to dispose of office waste like paper, packaging, and food scraps from the now-closed Algodones Generating Station. The station operated as a natural gas and fuel oil-fired steam electric power facility from 1954 to 1987.
Discover Local Blooms On Free Guided Wildflower Walk With PEEC July 21
Courtesy photo
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites nature lovers to enjoy the beauty of summer blooms during a Wildflower Walk from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Monday, July 21. This easy, guided outing will be led by local botanist and PEEC founder Dr. Chick Keller, who will help participants identify a variety of native wildflowers found in the Los Alamos area.
The location for the walk will be selected shortly before the event to ensure the group visits a site where flowers are in peak bloom. Participants will meet at the Los Alamos Nature Center to check in before carpooling Read More
Daily Postcard: Three Nestling Barn Swallows In White Rock
Daily Postcard: Three nestling Barn Swallows have been seen in White Rock recently. According to the Audubon Society, both parents feed the young, who leave the nest 18-23 days after hatching. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
Responders On Scene At Gas Leak In Tsikumu Village
Los Alamos County Police, Fire, and Utilities crews are responding to the scene of a gas leak this afternoon in Tsikumu Village on North Mesa. Once the leak has been repaired, residents and visitors will be allowed back into the neighborhood. Páya Pavlíková/ladailypost.com
Another view of Los Alamos County Police, Fire, and Utilities crews responding to the scene of a gas leak this afternoon in Tsikumu Village on North Mesa. Once the leak has been repaired, residents and visitors will be allowed back into the neighborhood. Páya Pavlíková/ladailypost.com Read More
Los Alamos Open Space & Trails Working Group Announces Test Your Trail Smarts’ Quiz Winner!
Open Space Working Group members Celeste Raffin (left), Jerry Cowan (right), and Kevin Holsapple present prize package items to Trail Etiquette Quiz Contest winner Ashley Horner.
OSTWG News:
The Los Alamos Open Space & Trails Working Group is excited to announce the winner of their “Test Your Trail Smarts: Multi-Use Trail Etiquette Quiz”! The quiz, which closed on June 30, 2025, was designed to raise awareness and promote safer and more harmonious shared trail experiences on the beautiful Pajarito Plateau.
An impressive 32 out of 66 entries achieved a perfect score on the Read More
Daily Postcard: Close Up Of Southwestern Fritillary Butterfly
Daily Postcard: A close up view of one of the many Southwestern Fritillary butterflies that could be seen on July 12 along the Las Conchas Trail. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
