Recreation

Posts From The Road: Skyscapes

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Sunset: Sunsets often fit into my definition of ‘skycapes’. We had stopped for the night near Douglas, Wyo. when the skies lit up at sunset and gave us a beautiful and colorful show. The sun’s colors reflecting from the clouds even reflected the golden hues onto the open field next to our campsite. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Cumulus: Cumulus clouds are the beautiful white puffy clouds that silently float through the sky above. These clouds give depth and interest to an otherwise clear blank sky. This photo shows several cumulus clouds as they fill the sky above the  Navajo Nation in northern Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: Jan. 26, 2025 

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By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors 
Los Alamos Daily Post

The snowpack in Northern New Mexico is 47-percent of normal. The weather forecast for this coming week includes some much-needed snow.

The Arctic Blast last week appears to be over. Temperatures can still  plunge well-below zero in some of our high mountain valleys.

The Moreno Valley where Eagle Nest Lake is located is a prime example. Temperatures here can reach minus-15 or even lower. Angel Fire hit a low of -30 last week. Please dress warmly.

The record low temperature for New Mexico is -50 degrees in 1951 at Gavilan, a small community Read More

Daily Postcard: Raven Soars Across Sky Above Valle Grande

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Daily Postcard: A raven soars across the sky above Valle Grande Jan. 15 at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Valles Caldera National Preserve is home to 196 species of birds. A recent Natural Resource Condition Assessment by the National Park Service determined that ponderosa pine forests are the preferred habitat for 35% of these bird species, which means that areas like History Grove, Banco Bonito and El Cajete Trail are fantastic places to go birdwatching in the park. New birders and avian aficionados are invited to attend ranger-guided birding programs every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. Read More

County Ponders Shade Structure For Ice Rink

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Los Alamos County Ice Rink is undergoing improvements including a new chiller, flooring and possibly a shade structure. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

The original ice rink during the Los Alamos Ranch School days. Courtesy/Los Alamos Historical Society

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

Los Alamos’ open air ice rink has a 100 plus year history; it existed before the Manhattan Project and was a recreational hot spot for Los Alamos Ranch School boys who played hockey on it.  A photograph captured the original rink, which appears more like a patch of ice surrounded Read More

Top 25 Activities In Los Alamos County In 2025

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Explore hands-on exhibits at Bradbury Science Museum. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County—the birthplace of groundbreaking scientific discoveries and a sought-after travel destination for history buffs, science enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers—invites travelers to check off their 2025 vacation bucket list in Los Alamos, where discoveries are made.

“From science and history to a thriving culture of outdoor recreation, Los Alamos is a lively destination with small-town charm, friendly faces, and so much to explore,” County Marketing Specialist Ellyn Felton said. “Whichever Read More

Posts From The Road: Arizona Coastline

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La Paz County Park: The Colorado River seen from La Paz County Park located north of Parker, Ariz. offers many recreational opportunities and a campground for RVers. Boating and almost all water sports are available on the Colorado River on the western border of Arizona. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Lake Havasu: The setting sun lighting the sky and reflecting the waters of Lake Havasu. This is a view of boaters and a paddle boarder on the canal which was dredged out to create a setting for the London Bridge in the 1970s. The waters open up at the end of the inlet to the open lake waters. Photo Read More

Bureau Of Land Management Seeks Nominations For Northern New Mexico Resource Advisory Council

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BLM News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public nominations for vacant positions and positions that will become vacant on its Northern New Mexico Resource Advisory Council, which advises the BLM on public land issues within the Rio Puerco, Farmington and Taos field offices. As advertised in the Federal Register, the BLM will consider nominations until Feb. 18, 2025.

The Northern New Mexico Resource Advisory Council, composed of citizens chosen for their expertise in natural resource issues, helps the BLM carry out its stewardship of more than 3 million acres Read More

New Mexico Museum Of Natural History & Science To Host Young Explorers Spring Camps March 17-21

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NMMNHS News:

Spring Young Explorers Camps are returning to the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) this March, offering campers the chance to explore topics like New Mexico’s ancient past the science of spring, and much more.

Starting Monday, March 17 through March 21, campers in kindergarten through fifth grade will be able to explore a variety of scientific topics through fun, age-appropriate activities throughout the week. Camp runs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

Spend the day exploring New Mexico’s dinosaurs and other ancient life forms on Monday and Tuesday of Read More