Recreation

Santa Fe National Forest Offices To Close For Veteran’s Day

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SFNF News:

SANTA FE — All Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) offices will be closed Friday, Nov. 10, in observance of Veteran’s Day. Offices will resume regular business hours Monday, Nov. 13.

The Forest Service participates in fee-free days with other federal agencies to commemorate holidays and encourage Americans to visit their public lands. Fees will be waived at Santa Fe National Forest sites that normally charge a day-use fee and campgrounds that are not on the National Recreation Reservation System.

Visitors to the Santa Fe National Forest are encouraged to contact the appropriate ranger Read More

BLM Public Lands National Campaign Expands In New Mexico To Encourage Safe Respectful Visits Amid Booming Recreation

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BLM News:

DURANGO, Colo. — In response to record numbers of visitors, a national and digital edu-tainment campaign is expanding today in New Mexico and throughout the West with the goal of inspiring safe and respectful use of public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management. 

Through a series of cheeky yet earnest videos, social content and website resources, the “Respect. Connect. Protect” campaign showcases Spokespebble who deeply cares about protecting nature, keeping people safe and helping them plan visits to these more remote, rugged and sensitive landscapes. The campaign is Read More

Fishing Report For Week Of Oct. 30, 2023

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By GEORGE MORSE
Sports And Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post

Snow is In the weather forecast for this coming week. It will not be long until some of the smaller, high-elevation lakes become hard to reach if not inaccessible due to winter conditions

Ice-fishing season usually begins in January. Lakes that reliably offer ice fishing are Eagle Nest, Fenton, Maloya and Heron. Heron is usually the last to open. Be sure to call ahead to check on conditions before leaving on an ice-fishing trip.

Tingley Beach in Albuquerque is now being stocked again with rainbow trout. It was stocked Oct. 18 with 1500 rainbow Read More

Posts From The Road: Galveston-Port Bolivar Ferry

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Sea Gulls: Sea Gulls and various other birds like to follow the Galveston-Port Bolivar Ferry while it travels in hopes of spotting fish for an afternoon snack. The ferry’s movement stirs up the fish making it easier for the birds to dive for and capture. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Ship and Ferry: Another ferry transports vehicles across the 2.7 mile gap between Galveston Island and Bolivar Peninsula. The route crosses the Houston Ship Channel and often gives ferry riders an up close view of the ships as they enter the channel. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

By GARY WARREN
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Construction Delays Extend Bandelier Tsankawi Unit Closure

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BANDELIER News:

Bandelier National Monument will extend the closure of its Tsankawi Unit past the previously expected mid-October 2023 timeframe. This is due to construction delays at Tsankawi and the New Mexico N.M. 4 intersection at the entrance to the park unit.

The Tsankawi Unit is expected to reopen after construction is completed prior to the 2024 summer season.

The ongoing construction work is part of the larger interagency project to improve traffic flow and safety at the junction of N.M. 4 and East Jemez Road outside of White Rock. Bandelier is constructing a new parking area and access Read More

It’s Registration Time For Los Alamos Hockey!

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By CHANTIELLE HANSON
LAHA President

It’s Registration Time!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, hockey registration! Whether it is your first season or 10th or more, the Los Alamos Hockey Association (LAHA) coaches can’t wait to see you back on the ice.

Please click on the link below to get registered. You will need to register for a new USA hockey number if you have not already done so this year. The registration process will guide you through getting a USA hockey number.

All players 8U and older need to purchase a jersey set and socks unless you have one that still fits from a previous year. Read More

Pajarito Mountain Cafe Closed For The Season

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From Pajarito Mountain:

Thanks for a Great Season!

Cafe Closed ’til Ski Season Scheduled Dec. 21.

We hope you had a blast shredding the trails and soaking up the good vibes with us this summer and fall!

A massive thanks for being part of our community and making every moment special. Your smiles, laughter, and adventurous spirit truly lit up the mountain.

SEE HOURS OF OPERATION Read More

Pajarito Mountain Registration Open For Camp Bluebird

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From Pajarito Mountain:

Pajarito Mountain presents Camp Bluebird, a Multi-Week, Saturday Ski School.

Looking for an amazing winter adventure for your little ones ages 7-12? Look no further! We’ve got you covered with Camp Bluebird, our 4-week, Saturday only ski school camp. Get your kids zooming down the slopes this season. Plus, they’ll make new friends and have a blast on the snow!

Camp Bluebird Schedule

Session 1:

  • Jan. 6-27
  • 4 weeks
  • Saturdays Only
  • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  

Session 2:

  • Feb. 3-24
  • 4 weeks
  • Saturdays Only
  • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

REGISTER NOW Read More

Los Alamos Elks Lodge Donates To Several Charities

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From left, Exalted Ruler Ben Bouman, Golf Tournament Chair Jeff Goettee and Past Exalted Ruler Troy Calloway  present a check for $8,000 to President & CEO Sara Lister of Make-A-Wish New Mexico. Courtesy/Elks Lodge

ELKS LODGE News:

This year’s Los Alamos Elks Lodge #2083 has announced that its annual Charity Golf Tournament raised $10,000, which was recently donated to several local and state organizations.

Exalted Ruler Ben Bouman, Past Exalted Ruler Troy Calloway and Golf Tournament Chair Jeff Goettee presented an $8,000 check to Make-A-Wish New Mexico.

“Make-A-Wish New Mexico Read More