Recreation

BOT Attack Shuts Down Online Payment Processing System At New Mexico Department Of Game & Fish License Sales

NMDGF News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Game & Fish (NMDGF) has experienced a BOT attack, which has caused the Department to shut down its online payment processing system. This affects all credit and debit card transactions for license and permit purchases.

During this time, customers will be unable to purchase licenses or permits with a credit card through the Department’s online system. NMDGF is working to resolve this technical issue and will provide an update as soon as possible.

In the interim, NMDGF has a solution to ensure customers can still get out into the field and enjoy Read More

Davis Was Best Predictor In Weekly Pace Race

Courtesy photo

ACRR News:

Eric Davis was the top predictor in the weekly pace race held by the picnic grounds on North Mesa.  He was 21 seconds off his predicted time.

Other accurate predictors were 3-year-old Max Davis at 24 seconds off as well as the first male finisher in the 1-mile race with a time of 10:53; Eric Anderson had a 49 second differential; Lynn Bjorklund recorded a 99 second difference and was the best female finisher in the 3 mile distance with a time of 25:21; and Madeline Harms had a 107 second differential.

On the 1-mile course Anastasiia Davis was the top finisher at 10:13.

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$15,000 In Prizes Offered To Outdoor Rec Businesses

Daniel Cederberg runs Moonrock Outfitters, a community-focused bike and skate shop in Roswell. Courtesy/NMEDD

Wolfhorse Outfitters is an Apache-owned horseback guide business based in Arenas Valley. Courtesy/NMEDD

NMEDD News:

SANTA FE — Outdoor recreation businesses in New Mexico are invited to apply for the newly expanded Adventure Pitch Fest, where companies will compete for $15,000 in cash prizes for innovative business ideas.

Formerly part of the Outdoor Economics Conference, the Outdoor Recreation Division of the New Mexico Economic Development Department (NMEDD) has reimagined Read More

Tips To Prevent Human-Caused Wildfires Over Labor Day

SFNF News:

SANTA FE — All Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) District Offices and the Supervisor’s Office in Santa Fe will be closed for the federal holiday Monday, Sept. 1, and will resume regular business hours Tuesday, Sept. 2.

As the nation gears up for the Labor Day holiday weekend, the Santa Fe National Forest encourages everyone to help prevent human-caused fires with a few helpful tips while visiting public lands.

Nationally, 9 out of 10 wildfires are caused by humans, including half of all wildfires on national forests.

Keep these tips in mind to help prevent human-caused wildfires:

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County To Host Bathtub Gravity Race Oct. 12

During Friday’s summer concert, Los Alamos County Parks and Recreation Division employee Vera Jaramillo stands beside the gravity cart she built. Jaramillo said it took her a day to construct the cart. Her advice to anyone interested in constructing a cart to compete in the upcoming Bathtub Gravity Race is ‘just make it fun’.  Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

The upcoming Los Alamos Bathtub Gravity Race is a quintessential Los Alamos event. It promotes a few things beloved in this town: creativity, fun, and a bit of STEM Read More

Duplicate Bridge In Los Alamos: Aug. 18, 2025

BRIDGE News:

Laurie and Bob Walker were high scorers today, followed by Sam Borkowsky and Jack Staurik.

This is an interesting hand that came up in our Aug. 18 game! Occasionally you have to be more aggressive than usual in the bidding, to avoid being shut out by the opponents.

This is board #5. North is the dealer and N/S are vulnerable.

North is the dealer and passes, as does East.  In 3rd seat, South should open with 1. West has 14 HCP and no biddable suit, and as a result, most Wests will pass and thereby get shut out of the auction.  But with good heart stoppers, there is a strong argument for overcalling Read More

Los Alamos County Recreation To Host Exciting New Soapbox-Style Gravity Race

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Recreation is thrilled to announce the first-ever FREE Annual Los Alamos Bathtub Gravity Race, set to take place in front of the Aquatic Center, on Canyon Road. This community event is scheduled for October 12 th with races starting at 1:00pm. This is a free event, but pre-registration is required for both the Gravity Race and the Push Race. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled afternoon for the whole family! The last day to register for this event is Wednesday, October 9 th .

Participants will face off in a double-elimination showdown divided into four age groups: 3-6, Read More

Little Bird Yoga Studio Invites Community Open House To Celebrate Milestones Aug. 23

Little Bird Yoga Studio. Courtesy photo

COMMUNITY News:

Little Bird Yoga Studio will host a special Open House and Celebration from 8:30 a.m.–noon, Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025. The community is invited to the studio to enjoy free classes, giveaways, and light refreshments. Class participants must register in advance at www.littlebirdyogastudio.com. Free classes will run throughout the weekend, from Aug. 22–24.

The celebration marks a significant achievement for studio owner Heather Quinn, who recently earned the E-RYT 500 credential — indicating more than 2,000 hours of teaching experience Read More

Tuesday Pace Race Cancelled Aug. 19

ACRR News:

The pace race for Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, was cancelled due to the rain unfortunately washing away the markings on the trail that the race directors (Priscila Rosa and Sean Thomas) made earlier in the day.  They will hold the race at a later date in the race season.

Next week’s race will be held at the North Mesa Picnic Grounds on North Mesa.  It can be gotten to by taking Diamond Drive North and driving straight through the traffic circle between the two mesas and continuing on North Mesa Road just past the water tower on the left. 1-mile paved and 3-mile trail courses will be available. 

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