Fun Outings

Ice Fishing Opens At Three New Mexico State Parks

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New Mexico State Parks News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico State Parks announces the official opening of ice fishing season at Eagle Nest Lake, Fenton Lake and Sugarite Canyon State Parks.

Anglers eager to bundle up and cast a line can now enjoy this winter tradition—while taking precautions to stay safe on the ice.

“We welcome ice fishing enthusiasts to enjoy this winter fishing season. However, we ask that they take precautions to ensure that their outings are safe and enjoyable,” said Toby Velasquez, director for New Mexico State Parks.

Ice Fishing Guidelines & Safety Tips

  • Foot traffic only – Motorized
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‘Mardi Gras In The Mountains 2025’ In Red River

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Red River News:

RED RIVER – The vibrant town of Red River is thrilled to announce the 33rd annual Mardi Gras In The Mountains, set to take place from Feb. 27 to March 4.

This year’s festivities embrace the theme “Superheroes”, inviting attendees to celebrate the spirit of heroism amidst the enchanting winter landscape.

Event Highlights:

Thursday, Feb. 27:

  • Pre-Parade Kickoff Reception: Join the Krewes for music, refreshments and hors d’oeuvres 6-7 p.m.  at Yesterday’s Diner.
  • Thursday Night Parade: The parade starts at 7 p.m. at Yesterday’s Diner and ends at the Motherlode Saloon. Spectators
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DWI Planning Council To Host Winter Festival Feb. 27

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos DWI Planning Council is hosting a Winter Festival 4:30-8:30 p.m., Feb. 27, at SALA Event Center. The event is an 18+ substance-free event with music, food trucks, movies, games and mocktails. Entry and activities are free, and the food and mocktails will be available for purchase by attending vendors.

The night will include many activities for community members 18 and over to enjoy. In the dance room, DJ PET will be providing the tunes; two movies will be shown in two different theaters starting at 5:45 p.m. and 6 p.m. Samizdat Bookstore will be in the fourth room providing Read More

Posts From The Road: Skyscapes

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Sunset: Sunsets often fit into my definition of ‘skycapes’. We had stopped for the night near Douglas, Wyo. when the skies lit up at sunset and gave us a beautiful and colorful show. The sun’s colors reflecting from the clouds even reflected the golden hues onto the open field next to our campsite. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Cumulus: Cumulus clouds are the beautiful white puffy clouds that silently float through the sky above. These clouds give depth and interest to an otherwise clear blank sky. This photo shows several cumulus clouds as they fill the sky above the  Navajo Nation in northern Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: Jan. 26, 2025 

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By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors 
Los Alamos Daily Post

The snowpack in Northern New Mexico is 47-percent of normal. The weather forecast for this coming week includes some much-needed snow.

The Arctic Blast last week appears to be over. Temperatures can still  plunge well-below zero in some of our high mountain valleys.

The Moreno Valley where Eagle Nest Lake is located is a prime example. Temperatures here can reach minus-15 or even lower. Angel Fire hit a low of -30 last week. Please dress warmly.

The record low temperature for New Mexico is -50 degrees in 1951 at Gavilan, a small community Read More

Military Posts Along Santa Fe Trail Presented In Friends Of New Mexico History Museum Online Lecture Feb. 5

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Educator, Author Leo E. Oliva, Ph.D.

Dept. of Cultural Affairs News:

Everyone is invited to join educator and author Leo E. Oliva, Ph.D., for an online lecture noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5, “Network of Conquest: Military Posts and the Santa Fe Trail” about military posts and the network of conquest along the Santa Fe Trail, as part of the Friends of History monthly lecture series.

The presentation will provide an overview of military posts along the Santa Fe Trail, from St. Louis to Santa Fe, and the history of when and how each contributed to the conquest of Indigenous Nations and the military Read More