Recreation

LAFD: Public Safety Highest Priority At Fireworks Display

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Fire Chief Troy Hughes

 

COUNTY News:

 

Los Alamos Fire Chief Troy Hughes commented this morning on public safety and the upcoming fireworks display sponsored by the Kiwanis Club.

 

The County contracts with the Kiwanis to provide the fireworks for the popular, family-friendly annual event held at Overlook Park in White Rock each Independence Day. At this point, the fireworks display is scheduled to go on as planned; however, Hughes stressed that many public safety and fire-wise considerations have been taken into account in the early planning stages.

 

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Free Bridge Lessons For Kids This Summer

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Cliff Rudy, left, and Bob  Walker from the Los Alamos Duplicate Bridge Club play Bridge with  Cory Liechty, left, and Rebekah Lockhart, both 5th graders at Pinon Elementary School. Courtesy photo

Staff Report

Members of the Los Alamos Duplicate Bridge Club are offering free bridge lessons for students in Grades 4-12. These lessons are also being sponsored by the County Recreation Department.

Classes for kids in Grades 4-7 are being held at the White Rock Library 10:45 a.m. to noon Thursdays. Classes for students in grades 7-12 are being offered 1:30-3 p.m. Fridays in the downstairs Read More

Current Trail Conditions and Closures

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COUNTY News:

At 8 a.m. today, all trails on the Santa Fe National Forest have closed due to fire danger.

This includes, but is not limited to:

Sections of the Perimeter Trail (visit www.losalamosnm.us and Parks/Open Space & Trails/Trails Network to link to a land ownership map for details)

  • Mitchell Trail above (north of) the Perimeter Trail
  • Rendija Trail, Pajarito Trail, Cabra Loop
  • Guaje Ridge Trail, Guaje Canyon Trail
  • Pipeline Road
  • Quemazon Trail from about 0.6 miles above the trailhead
  • Cañada Bonita Trail (Guaje Canyon Trail)
  • Water, Valle, Pajarito Canyon trails and the Nail Trail

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Great American Backyard Campout Saturday at Bandelier

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Juniper Campground at Bandelier National Monument. Courtesy/NPS

BANDELIER News:

Thousands of people around the nation will gather to take part in a one-night event called the “Great American Backyard Campout” Saturday, June 22. 

Join the staff at Bandelier National Monument for food and fun activities 6-9 p.m. at Juniper Campground. Visitors are encouraged to camp in Juniper Campground or arrive just to participate in the event. 

Activities include:

  • 6-7 p.m. – Did you say free food? Hot dogs, chips and beverages will be grilled by monument staff and offered free
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County Horse Show Registration Open

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Recreation Division presents the Los Alamos County Horse Show at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 20 at Brewer Arena.

Horse Show registration forms are available at the Aquatic Center or visit www.losalamosnm.us/rec. The deadline for pre-registration is 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 17. Return all registration forms to the Aquatic Center.

  • Pre-Registration: $5 class entry per participant (by July 17)
  • Late Registration: $8 class entry per participant (after July 17)
  • Family Registration: $30 per family. Families are three or more participants. Participants must be immediate
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Taiji in the Park Has Moved

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TAIJI News:

Taiji in the Park has been moved to the lawn behind Fuller Lodge due to constructions at Ashley Pond.

The times are still the same. The group meets 7-8 p.m. Tuesdays, 8-9 a.m. Thursdays and 10-11 a.m. Saturdays.

The community is invited to these free events. For more information, contact instructor Kok Heong McNaughton at 920-6808 or kokheong@comcast.net Read More

Hey Kids – Join the Tennis Fun

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Courtsy/LATC

Courtsy/LATC

 

Los Alamos Tennis is Growing – Come Join the Fun!
By Lloyd Wilton

Tennis is the second most popular sport in the world, and for some concrete reasons.

Tennis season is primarily played in the summer and played by all ages and skill levels. Players of all ages chase the summer to compete and have fun. Secondly, the sport is challenging and with anything challenging it is highly rewarding. 

Finally, tennis is life-long, you can start as many professionals and non-professionals do at age 5. This is not necessarily a time you must start and that is the beauty of Read More

Free Bridge Lessons Offered For Kids

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LADBC News:

Members of the Los Alamos Duplicate Bridge Club are offering free bridge lessons for Students in grades 4-12, starting this week.

Classes for kids in grades 4-7 are 10:45 a.m. to noon Thursday, June 20 at the White Rock Library. Classes for students in grades 7-12 will be offered 1:30-3 p.m. Friday, June 21 in the downstairs Conference Room at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. These classes are once a week until further notice.

Students need not have previous experience in order to join these lessons. Bring your friends and come ready to have a fun and challenging experience learning the Read More

Gear Donations Needed for Junior Golf Club Swap

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LAJGA News:

The Los Alamos Junior Golf Association Annual Club Swap is set for 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, June 30 under the big tent at the Los Alamos Golf Course.

The Association is seeking donations of golf gear, including, clubs, umbrellas, head covers, shoes and other gear.

Drop off donations at the Los Alamos Golf Shop at the Golf Course prior to June 30. For information, contact Mike Lippiatt at 505-662-5096 or Becky Haines at 505-500-8156. Read More