Recreation

Bandelier Vies for Votes as ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’

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The climb to Alcove House at Bandelier National Monument. Courtesy/BNM

BANDELIER News:

Bandelier National Monument is among more than 200 landmarks worldwide vying for the VirtualTourist.com’s quest to crown the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” 

Public voting for the “Eighth Wonder of the World” began Monday, June 3 and continues through Sept. 30 at VirtualTourism.com, a leading travel research website and community that is part of TripAdvisor Media Group.

“It’s wonderful to have a nomination from every corner of the world so we are thrilled to receive landmark as a nomination from nominator,” Read More

Bandelier Enters Stage II Fire Restriction!

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Ponderosa Campground. Photo by Sally King

BANDELIER News:

Stage II Fire Restrictions will go into effect for Bandelier National Monument at midnight Wednesday, June 5, and will remain in effect until weather conditions change. 

“These restrictions are a result of high fire danger, low fuel moistures, and regional fire preparedness level. We have been experiencing many warm windy days and these restrictions will reduce the threat of human caused fires in the monument,” Park Superintendent Jason Lott said.

Bandelier National Monument staff remind visitors that under Stage II fire Read More

Start Your Golf Cart For Strong Kids Golf Classic

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YMCA News:

The Family YMCA’s Ed Griggs Memorial Strong Kids Golf Tournament is Saturday, June 15.

Check in and games begin at noon and 1 p.m. kicks of the Shotgun Start/Scramble.

Participation in this annual tournament helps 80 youth attend the Y’s summer camp and after school program, and assists 174 adults and children to have access to healthy programs and activities at the Y.

Click here to see the Golf Classic brochure for all the details.

Register online now, or complete the attached form and deliver to the YMCA, 1450 Iris St.

For individuals unable to participate in the tournament but want Read More

Scouts Backpack San Pedro Parks Wilderness

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From left, Martin Naud, Aaron Robinson, Sam Bond, Will Jean, Patrick Jean, Assistant Scoutmaster Steve Mosier, Thomas Mosier, George Margevicius, Christopher Bond, ASM Alan Bond, Darren Naud and Duncan Fuehne. Photo by  Holly Trellue

BSA News:

During the Memorial Day weekend, nine Scouts and four adults from Troop 122 took a two-night, 20-mile backpack trip deep into the heart of the San Pedro Parks wilderness in the western Jemez Mountains.

Once past San Gregorio Reservoir, the Scouts encountered few others as they trudged through deep snow on shady parts of the trails and swampy Read More

Repair Work to Cause Temporary Closure of Bandelier’s Alcove House

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One of the ladders leading up the cliff to Alcove House, Bandelier National Monument. Courtesy/NPS
 
BANDELIER News:
 

For months, the stonework of the kiva at Alcove House (formerly known as Ceremonial Cave) in Bandelier National Monument has become more and more unstable.

 

Recently that part of the alcove was fenced off as a temporary measure so visitors could go up the ladders and enjoy the rest of the alcove while staying clear of any rocks that might break off from the weakened kiva walls. Now arrangements are in progress for a major project to begin in June to remove unstable

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Column: Valles Caldera Faces Troubled Future

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Column by TOM RIBE
Santa Fe

The beautiful Valles Caldera National Preserve atop the Jemez Mountains faces a troubled future if Congress doesn’t act soon.

 
This vast volcanic wild and beautiful place is often cited by visitors as “national park quality.” The legislation that created the Preserve in 2000 expires in 2020 and if congress does nothing, the Preserve will cease to exist as a protected place and will become general multiple use Forest Service land with no staff and virtually no protection of any kind.

How could this happen? When New Mexicans pressed Congress to buy the old Baca Ranch

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LASA Movie Fundraiser at the Co-op Friday

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LASA News:

Enjoy an outdoor movie, “Strength In Numbers.” at 8 p.m. Friday May 31, presented by Los Alamos Singletrack Association and shown at the LA Co-op Market.

A fundraiser for the club, the movie will be shown on the Co-op lawn (weather permitting) for $10 foradults, $5 for those under 18 and free for children five and under. Come out early and have a picnic on the lawn with other cycling enthusiasts.

“Strength in Numbers” is a rally call to connect all mountain bikers, regardless of location or language or discipline. The film captures a true way of life, from the world’s best pros to those Read More

Bike and Gear Swap Saturday

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LASA News:

With summer just around the corner, the Bike and Gear Swap, a fundraising event for the Los Alamos Singletrack Association (LASA), is a great opportunity to sell items you no longer use, and buy equipment to help you enjoy the summer.

The Bike Swap will start promptly at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 1 at the Co-op and end at noon sharp. Mark Whitcomb will provide free bike safety checks during the Bike Swap.

If you want to sell items,drop off equipment at the Co-op Thursday or Friday between noon and 8 p.m. or Saturday from 7-7:30 a.m. Items will not be accepted after 7:30 a.m. Ask for the general manager Read More

Y CAMP a Mythical Journey This Summer

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YMCA News:

Y Camp opens June 5 and runs thru Aug. 2 at Mountain Elementary School.

Each activity station will include fun and unique activities in relation to the following weekly themes:

  • Week 1- Getting To Know You Days
  • Week 2- Outer Space Week
  • Week 3- Medieval Week
  • Week 4- Super Hero Week
  • Week 5- Red, White & Blue Week
  • Week 6- Magic Week
  • Week 7- Pirate Week
  • Week 8- Things-With-Wings Week
  • Week 9- Farwell to Summer Days

Camp will conclude with an end-of-summer show, tying all the pieces together, bringing a marvelous end to the Mythical Journey summer.

A $25 registration discount will continue Read More

Bandelier Memorial Day Activities; Shuttle Buses Begin Friday

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Frijoles Canyon. Courtesy/NPS

BANDELIER News:

The Memorial Day holiday marks the beginning of the summer season at Bandelier National Monument, with the shuttle buses beginning Friday, May 24, and special activities happening throughout the weekend.

“If you haven’t been to Bandelier lately, this is a good time to come,” Park Superintendent Jason Lott said. “You can catch a free bus in White Rock, relax and enjoy the scenery on the way to and from the park, and have a leisurely day with the family in Frijoles Canyon.”

The shuttle buses begin running Friday morning.

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