Recreation

Santa Fe National Forest Offices Closed Thanksgiving Day

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SFNF News:

SANTA FE — All Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023, in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

The Coyote, Cuba, Española and Jemez offices will resume regular business hours on Friday, Nov. 24 while the SFNF Headquarters and Pecos/Las Vegas offices will remain closed until Monday Nov. 27.

If you opt for cutting your own Christmas tree over the holiday weekend, this is a reminder that Christmas tree permits can be purchased online at Recreation.gov and in person at your local district office, or at SFNF Headquarters during regular business hours. Read More

Camp May Campground Closes For 2023-24 Winter Season

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A winter scene at Camp May campground. Photo by Leslie Bucklin

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division closed Camp May campground and day use area for the winter season on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Gate access to the campground is closed and locked. The campground will reopen May 1, 2024, depending on weather conditions next spring.

Camp May is a popular campground for locals and visitors, due to its proximity to the Los Alamos townsite, Forest Service trails, and Pajarito Mountain Ski Area. The warmer than usual fall season allowed the campground and day use area to remain Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: Nov. 20, 2023

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By GEORGE MORSE
Sports And Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post

For most of this fall season, the water released from below Abiquiu Dam has been much higher than normal. Consequently, streamflow in the Chama River below the Dam has been much higher than normal.

Water released from Abiquiu was recently cut back. Streamflows have likewise dropped dramatically in the Chama River. This should improve the fishing conditions. This section of River is well-stocked. It should provide good fishing as long as the streamflow remains low. There are some big , wild brown trout here.

Special regulations in this Read More

New Mexico Economic Development Dept. Announces Grant Opportunity For Marketing Outdoor Recreation Ventures

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ORD News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico Economic Development Department Acting Cabinet Secretary Jon Clark has announced a new grant opportunity that has been released by the Outdoor Recreation Division (ORD) to assist with marketing outdoor recreation ventures.

The pilot program is run by ORD, a division of the Economic Development Department, and applications will be open until Dec. 31, 2023.

The objective of the Outdoor Marketing Grant is to expand opportunities for participation in the outdoor recreation industry. The grant will support communities’ and eligible nonprofits’ investments Read More

Scenes From First Chair At Purgatory Saturday

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Skiers and snowboarders lined up for first chair of the 2023-24 ski season Saturday at Purgatory Resort. Thanks to recent snowmaking improvements, Purgatory opened as planned with a consistent 18-inch base and ample coverage for skiing on two trails. Due to early season conditions, the current terrain is suitable for intermediate to advanced skiers and riders only. Purgatory reminds everyone to make safety a top priority when early season conditions exist. Photo by Christien Ridings/Purgatory

Scene from first chair of the 2023-24 ski season Saturday at Purgatory Resort. Photo by Isaac Read More

Daily Postcard: History Grove Shrouded In Fog At VCNP

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Daily Postcard: History Grove along the backcountry vehicle route, shrouded in fog Friday at the Valles Caldera National Preserve. From May 15 through Nov. 15, visitors with a backcountry vehicle pass may drive Valles Caldera’s backcountry route. This route takes visitors from the Valle Grande front-country through the central part of the park and up into Valle Toledo and Valle San Antonio in the north. Starting Thursday, Nov. 16, this route is closed to vehicular traffic for the winter season. The route may still be used by pedestrians, equestrians and bicyclists (including e-bikes) during Read More