Stansbury Reintroduces America’s Red Rock Wilderness Act
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01)
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01), a member of the House Natural Resources Committee, and Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), continued their fight to protect American wilderness by reintroducing the America’s Red Rock Wilderness Act.
Read the bill here.
Forty-one members of Congress signed on to co-sponsor the legislation.
“I am proud to reintroduce legislation protecting some of America’s most iconic landscapes, the Red Rocks Wilderness,” Rep. Stansbury said. “Protecting Read More
Earth Month 2025 Features Online Events To Help New Mexicans Connect And Grow As Climate Advocates
Rita O’Connell
By SARA ANN MASON
State Coordinator
Citizens’ Climate Lobby New Mexico
Want to learn how to make climate impacts beyond Earth Day? Citizens’ Climate Lobby New Mexico is excited to offer three virtual events open to people around the state interested in building the political will for a livable world.
These workshops promise to focus on concrete actions that are:
- Effective. We stay focused on national legislative solutions that will reduce America’s carbon emissions from fossil fuels, fast.
- Nonpartisan. We welcome anyone who is serious about solving climate change as a volunteer.
PEEC Seeks Volunteers For Los Alamos Nature Center
PEEC Co-Founder Rebecca Shankland, center, with dedicated volunteers. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is seeking dedicated volunteers to support its mission of enriching lives by strengthening people’s connection to nature. Volunteers are the backbone of PEEC, ensuring visitors have an engaging, educational and enjoyable experience at Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road.
Right now, PEEC’s greatest need is for docents and garden volunteers. Docents serve as the ambassadors of PEEC, welcoming visitors, answering questions Read More
Daily Postcard: Spring Blossoms Emerging Around Town
Daily Postcard: Spring blossoms are emerging in trees around the area including this one spotted Saturday on Longview Drive in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
All Santa Fe National Forest Offices To Close For Training
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — All Santa Fe National Forest offices, including the Supervisor’s Office in Santa Fe will be closed Wednesday, April 2 for employee training.
Regular business hours will resume Thursday, April 3.
Find a list of Santa Fe National Forest offices and hours of operation on the Santa Fe National Forest website here.
About the Forest Service:
The USDA Forest Service has for more than 100 years brought people and communities together to answer the call of conservation. Grounded in world-class science and technology– and rooted in communities–the Forest Service connects people Read More
Daily Postcard: Cedar Waxwings Sipping Water In White Rock
Daily Postcard: Cedar Waxwings gather to sip water from a birdbath Thursday afternoon in the yard of a residence in White Rock. The Cedar Waxwing is one of the few North American birds that specializes in eating fruit. It can survive on fruit alone for several months. Because they eat so much fruit, Cedar Waxwings occasionally become intoxicated or even die when they run across overripe berries that have started to ferment and produce alcohol. Source: allaboutbirds.org. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs
Another view of Cedar Waxwings sipping water from a birdbath Thursday afternoon in the yard of a residence Read More
Wildfire Contained To Acre At East Fork In The Jemez Today
COUNTY News:
Sandoval County and the U.S. Forest Service responded this afternoon to a small wildfire at East Fork in the Jemez Mountains. A Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) response was not requested.
Residents may see and smell smoke in the area, but LAFD officials indicate there is no cause for alarm. The fire was contained to one acre, and crews will remain on scene to ensure no flare-ups.
LAFD reminds the community to be extra cautious and aware of the concerning fire conditions following the dry winter season.
Visit the Ready, Set, Go page on the County website to learn how to prepare for wildfire Read More
PEEC Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Special Events Throughout April
Courtesy/Pajarito Environmental Education Center
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is thrilled to announce a month-long celebration in honor of its 25th anniversary, culminating in the highly anticipated 25th Annual Earth Day Festival Saturday, April 26, 2025. The festival, a beloved community tradition, will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. MT at Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road. Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend!
The Earth Day Festival promises a fun-filled day with entertainment, food, hands-on activities, and informational Read More
Daily Postcard: Female Red Crossbill In Upper Water Canyon
Daily Postcard: A female Red Crossbill is observed Wednesday afternoon in upper Water Canyon. Their specialized bills allow them to break into unopened cones, giving them an advantage over other finch species. Source: www.allaboutbirds.org. Photo by Marc Bailey Read More
Alcove House Temporarily Closed Starting March 31, 2025 At Bandelier For Flood Debris Removal
NPS News:
Bandelier National Monument’s Alcove House will be temporarily closed starting Monday, March 31, 2025.
The park is beginning flood debris removal in that area, and work is expected to last up to five weeks.
Portions of the Cottonwood Overflow Parking Lot will also be closed during this time. It is recommended that visitors arrive to Bandelier before 9 a.m. or after 3 p.m. to avoid parking lot congestion.
At this time of year, it is very common for the parking lots in Frijoles Canyon to reach full capacity. When this happens, visitors are not permitted to enter and are asked to return later Read More
Denver Steels Phase II Improvements Public Meeting April 3
Map of Denver Steels area. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Public Works Department in collaboration with the Transportation Board invites residents to attend a public input meeting regarding the upcoming Denver Steels Phase II Improvements Project.
The project involves full reconstruction of 36th Street between Orange Street and Ridgeway Drive. It also includes connecting roads Pueblo Drive and Questa Drive between 36th Street and 35th Street, as well as Ridgeway Drive between 37th Street and 35th Street.
The scope of work consists of replacing the existing base course and Read More
It Takes A Community To Navigate Dire Wildfire Season
Wildland Fire Chief Kelly Sterna speaks with homeowners Ruth and Jim Doyle as he prepares to conduct a free wildland fire home assessment last fall of their North Mesa residence. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
“It’s going to take everybody doing the right thing to really harden our community to wildland fire,” –Wildland Fire Chief Kelly Sterna
It is only March but the seasonal outlook for wildfires is already looking dire.
During a recent Los Alamos Local Emergency Planning Committee meeting, Los Alamos Wildland Read More
Get Up Close To Camel Corps At Coronado Historic Site
Texas Camel Corps will be at Coronado Historic Site for a family-friendly event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 12. Courtesy/CHS
Texas Camel Corps will be at Coronado Historic Site for a family-friendly event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 12. Courtesy/CHS
Coronado Historic Site News:
BERNALILLO – Get up close to camels and learn about the history of the Texas Camel Corps at Coronado Historic Site during a family-friendly event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 12. This special event is presented by New Mexico Historic Sites and The Friends of Coronado and Jemez Historic Sites.
Visitors Read More
Daily Postcard: Unusual Sunset Tuesday Along N.M. 4
Daily Postcard: Unusual sunset Tuesday along N.M. 4 near White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Scenes From Ribbon Cutting On Kinnikinnik Park ADA Trail
Alex Morgan, center, snips the ribbon on the newly re-done Kinnikinnik Park ADA Trail Tuesday afternoon along with Community Services Department Director Cory Styron, far left, Los Alamos Council Councilor Ryn Herrmann, third from left, Parks Superintendent Wendy Parker, third from right, Council Chair Theresa Cull, second from right, and New Mexico Recreation Division Program Manager Carl Colonius, far right. This modified trail loop, located beside the Aquatic Center, is a .25-mile section of an existing trail that is now an ADA certified crusher fine trail that utilizes the U.S. Forest Read More
Discover The Fascinating Wonders Of Seasonal Community Science With PEEC At Los Alamos Nature Center
Craig Martin
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites community members to explore the fascinating world of seasonal community science at a special event, 7-8 p.m. Friday, March 28 at the Los Alamos Nature Center a 2600 Canyon Road.
The event is free to the public and will feature naturalist and writer Craig Martin and PEEC education staff as they showcase a variety of ways for individuals to get involved in community science projects.
About the Event:
Community science offers something for everyone, no matter their interests. From local wildlife to the farthest Read More
PEEC Seeking Summer Camp Counselors For 2025
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is seeking enthusiastic and responsible individuals to join our team as Summer Camp Counselors! This is a fantastic opportunity for nature lovers who want to inspire the next generation of outdoor explorers.
PEEC counselors play a vital role in fostering a love for nature by supporting camp activities, assisting instructors, and ensuring a safe and engaging experience for all participants. Ideal candidates are energetic, responsible, and passionate about the outdoors.
To apply, complete an application at peecnature.org/employment Read More
AGU: New Carrier Birds Brought Avian Flu To Europe And The Americas
AGU News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Bird flu cases are rising rapidly in the United States and around the world. A new study traces how the disease spread over the last two decades from Asia to Europe, Africa and the Americas. New bird species, from pelicans to peregrine falcons, are catching and carrying the disease, the study finds. The pattern may be a clue to why culling domestic birds has not halted the most recent outbreak.
The study shows the important role a wider range of wild birds have as both victims and vectors of disease spread, upending previous assumptions about which birds spread the virus. Read More
Paleontologist From NM Museum Of Natural History & Science Part Of Team Naming New Species Of Clawed Dinosaur
Bones and diagram of newly discovered dinosaur Duonychus tsogtbaatari. The dinosaur was identified by a group of researchers that includes New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science Executive Director Dr. Anthony Fiorillo. Courtesy/NMMNHS
A rendering of Duonychus tsogtbaatari, a newly identified dinosaur identified by an international research team. Courtesy/NMMNHS
NMMNHS News:
ALBUQUERQUE – A new species of dinosaur notable for its long, distinctive claws has been discovered in Mongolia by an international research team that included New Mexico Museum of Natural History Read More
Daily Postcard: California Tortoiseshell On Reservoir Road
Daily Postcard: A rare California tortoiseshell butterfly spotted Saturday on the Reservoir Road. As the name suggests, it’s usually found farther west than New Mexico. Photo by Michael Smith
Another view of the rare California tortoiseshell butterfly spotted Saturday on the Reservoir Road. Photo by Michael Smith Read More
