Recreation

Ed Griggs Memorial Golf Classic Rescheduled To July 10

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A team of golfers at last year’s tournament. Courtesy photo
 

YMCA News:

The Y’s Ed Griggs Memorial Golf classic has been rescheduled for Friday, July 10, with player check-in at 8 a.m., and shotgun start at 9 a.m. at the Los Alamos Golf Course.

This day and time was selected in the hope of avoiding monsoon weather. The dinner and prize awards are scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. at the  Cottonwoods on the Green restaurant at the golf course. 

All players who registered before will be transferred to the new date. Information and registration is available at https:////www.tournevents.com/_ Read More

Kites In The Valle Saturday, June 20

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VCNP News:

JEMEZ SPRINGS – In 1752 by flying a kite during a thunderstorm, Benjamin Franklin proved that lightning was not a supernatural power but a natural phenomenon called electricity.

On June 20, the Valles Caldera Trust will prove that flying kites is naturally fun for everyone.

Help color the skies during the Kites in the Valle event 1-5 p.m. June 20 at the Valles Caldera National Preserve. The event is included with entrance fee into the preserve; National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands passes are accepted. Arrive through the Main Entrance off N.M. 4 near mile 39.2.

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Junior Golf Association Club Swap June 21

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LAJGA News:
 
 
The Los Alamos Junior Golf Association (non-profit) will host its annual club swap 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday June 21, at Los Alamos Golf Course. 
 
We are accepting donations of used golf equipment. Donations can be dropped off between now and June 21 at the golf course pro shop.
 
The sale will benefit the local junior golf association as well as the Los Alamos High School Golf Team.
 
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Los Alamos School Of Gymnastics Summer Campers Take Trip To Horse Stables

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Thursday’s field trip for the Los Alamos School of Gymnastics Summer Sports Camp was to the stables on North Mesa. Twenty three day camp participants took pony rides on Lola, guided by Camp Counselor and horse owner Amy Casson. Casson, a 2014 graduate of UCSD grew up participating in the Los Alamos School of Gymnastics Summer Sport Camp yearly. Courtesy photo
 
A Los Alamos School of Gymnastics Summer Sports camper rides Lola guided by Camp Counselor Amy Casson. Courtesy photo

 

 
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YMCA Summer Camp Kick-Off

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Flags and symbols for various European countries created by YMCA campers. Courtesy photo
 
Campers and staff learn the Hamster dance. Courtesy photo
 
YMCA News:
 
The Family YMCA’s Summer Camp kicked off its first full week of this year’s Around the World themed camp. 
 
Each week, the campers and staff will be “traveling” to a different part of the world, learning about various cultures, languages, traditions and more. This week, the campers went to Europe, stopping in places like Greece, France, and Italy. 
 
Indulging
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New Mexico History Museum Unveils July Events

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Children in 1860s dress. A special event, ‘Childhood, 1860’s style’ is July 19. Courtesy/NMHM

 

NMHM News:

 

The New Mexico History Museum/Palace of the Governors hosts a month’s worth of vibrant events. Bring the family, bring friends, or just bring yourself. Besides great exhibits, you’ll find these special events:

 

Saturday–Sunday, July 4-5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Young Native Artists Show & Sale

Begin collecting art, jewelry, pottery and more from the next generation of Native American artists and craftspeople at the annual Young Native Artists Read More

Environmental Class ‘Learning On The Links’ Held At Los Alamos County Golf Course

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Los Alamos Golf Course. File photo

COUNTY News:

In collaboration with the Teen Center, Pajarito Environmental Education Center, the Department of Utilities and the Los Alamos Golf Course, Matthew Allen, Golf Course superintendent, recently completed a new educational class with teens.

“Learning on the Links” was designed to introduce teens to environmental concerns and how they relate to various types of facilities in Los Alamos County. Classes were held for six weeks during the spring school semester and 17 students participated.

A wide variety of classes introduced teens to environmental Read More

Still Time To Register For Girl Scout Camp

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GSNM News:
 
Girl Scout Camp is open to all girls in 1st through 12th grade. The camps help girls get outdoors, learn about conservation, develop new skills, make new friends, and learn how to make the best s’more ever.
 
There are two Girl Scout camps, each offering different camp experiences.
 
Rancho del Chaparral is a traditional camp in the Jemez Mountains near Cuba. Activities at Rancho include hiking, horseback riding, arts & crafts, nature exploration and archery. The camp sessions include choices of learning to horseback ride, ProChef cooking challenges,
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Drier Weather May Increase Commissary Fire Activity

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SFNF News:

The Commissary Fire on the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District continues to burn naturally. Fire managers are monitoring and managing the fire as a tool to meet multiple resource objectives. 

The fire is now approximately 160 acres. 

Fire crews observed a much more active day Monday with burning close to the ground in the fallen needles and underbrush along the west side. Fire growth was short-lived due to higher humidity and increased cloud cover.

The fire has reached the drainage bottoms on both the east and west flanks. Fuel conditions in the drainage bottoms are much wetter Read More