Recreation

Dive Into Summer At East Park Pool

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East Park Pool. Courtesy Photo

COMMUNITY News:

East Park Pool announces 2025 summer season. The pool will be open from the weekend before Memorial Day through the weekend after Labor Day, with hours from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Whether you just want to relax or get your laps in, we’ve got something for everyone: leisure pool, 25-meter swim lanes with dedicated lap swim times, wading pool for the little ones, high dive for thrill seekers, and spacious deck area with plenty of lounge chairs and covered patios. We also have special events like Floaty Fridays and dive-in movies.

We offer annual individual Read More

Posts From The Road: Dantes View And Artists Drive At Death Valley National Park

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Artists Palette: Artists Palette is the star viewpoint on the nine mile Artists Drive area of Death Valley National Park. This view features some of the most colorful rock formations within the national park. The formations are a result of volcanic activity millions of years ago and the array of colors are caused by oxidation of the various minerals found in the rocks. A scale of the scene is seen by two groups of visitors who are located near the center of the photo who were getting a closer view of the rock formations and colors in the area from a ridge line of white rock. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com Read More

Temporary Trail Closure: Eastern Canyon Rim Trailhead

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Map depicting temporary trail closure area of Canyon Rim Trail. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Access to the Canyon Rim Trail from the Eastern trailhead, extending 0.5 miles, will be temporarily closed beginning Tuesday, April 15 for culvert installation.

The work is expected to be completed within one day. During the closure, trail users are encouraged to access the Canyon Rim Trail from the Western trailheads.

The County apologizes for any inconvenience and appreciates the community’s understanding as this project is completed to enhance the overall trail experience.

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Second Online Survey Opens For Community Input On Ice Rink Shade Structure Project

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COUNTY News:

The Public Works Capital Projects & Facilities Division invites residents to participate in a second online survey to collect feedback on a potential shade structure for the Los Alamos County Ice Rink. This feedback will help inform the decision-making process regarding improvements to the outdoor rink. The survey is open to the public from April 10-24 (14 days).

Between Jan. 9-29, 2025, an initial survey for this study solicited broad input from the community regarding a shade structure for the Ice Rink. Results of that survey can be viewed on the project web page under “Completed Read More

Los Alamos Geological Society To Meet April 15

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LAGS Board Secretary Paul Bradley to discuss ‘Mountain Climbing in Mexico’ at April meeting. Courtesy/Paul Bradley  

LAGS News:

The Los Alamos Geological Society (LAGS) will meet 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 at the Los Alamos Christian Church, 92 East Road.
Guest speaker LAGS Secretary Paul Bradley will give a presentation on “Mountain Climbing in Mexico”.
Bradley will regale participants with his most recent adventure climbing the highest mountains of Mexico. He will describe the trip with an emphasis on his climbs of the mountains of La Malinche, Iztaccihuatl and Orizaba.
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Purgatory Resort Announces New Chairlift And Ski Trails

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Major lift and terrain expansion coming for 2025–26 winter season at Purgatory Resort. Courtesy/Purgatory Resort

PURGATORY News:

DURANGO — Purgatory Resort has announced a major capital improvement project for this summer, including the construction of the new Gelande triple chairlift and development of up to five new trails and trail connectors. Scheduled to debut for the 2025–26 winter season, the project will expand frontside terrain and enhance skier access to the top of the mountain, independent of the Columbine and Village base areas.

The fixed-grip triple chairlift, manufactured Read More

Earth Day Hike Up Oak Canyon With Jemez Historic Site

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Courtesy/Jemez Historic Site

NMHS News:

Celebrate Earth Day outdoors with a guided hike from a Jemez Historic Site ranger 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturday, April 19.

A ranger at Jemez Historic Site will lead a free guided 1.5-mile hike up Oak Canyon (a.k.a. Church Canyon) in honor of Earth Day. This is a moderate hike over rough terrain. Hikers should bring water, sturdy shoes, sunscreen and a sack lunch. Rangers will identify the species of flora and fauna encountered.

Enjoy the outdoors while learning about the plants and animals that call the Jemez landscape home. Read More

Posts From The Road: Death Valley, Zabriskie Point

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Zabriskie View: A view toward the south from the Zabriskie Point walkway reveals a portion of the badlands in the area. The textures of the landscape and the various colors of the soil and rocks are easily visible from the walkway and viewpoint. The popular viewpoint is named in honor of Christian Zabriskie who was an executive with the Pacific Coast Borax Company more than 100 years ago. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Manly Beacon: The triangular shaped geological feature seen looking north from Zabriskie Point is the most notable feature in the badlands around the point. The stripped Read More

Yes! In My Backyard! (YIMBY) Film Festival May 10 At SALA

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COMMUNITY News:

The community is invited to attend a “joyful, family-friendly celebration of the natural world—and the inspiring local projects making Los Alamos an even better place to live, play and  explore!”

The Yes! In My Backyard! (YIMBY) Film Festival, sponsored by Shimano and local businesses, features a 90-minute program of adventurous, lighthearted short films—from extreme bike stunts and trail-loving dogs to stunning environmental shorts spanning Iceland to the Amazon.

Enjoy heartwarming tales of outdoor family adventures, plus a special short film by local filmmaker  Read More

Summit Garden Club Meeting April 7

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SGC News:

The Summit Garden Club will meet Monday, April 7, with Angela Prada, Los Alamos County Extension officer, who will speak on outdoor lighting, courtyards, patios, porches and hanging baskets.

The program will begin at 1:45 p.m., preceded by hors d’oeuvres and conversation at 1:15 p.m. Angela is a wealth of information.

The meeting will be held in the upstairs meeting room of Mesa Public Library. The public is invited.

We hope to see you there. Read More