Recreation

Ashley Pond Pavilion Project Gets Underway

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division has announced the upcoming construction of new pavilions at Ashley Pond aimed to enhance community engagement and outdoor experiences for residents and visitors alike.

The project began Monday and is expected to be completed by Nov. 22, 2024. The project will start with the removal of two existing slabs, followed by site preparation for the new ones. Once the new slabs are in place, the pavilion building process will commence.

These new pavilions will offer versatile spaces for a variety of activities, including family gatherings, Read More

Valles Caldera National Preserve Backcountry Vehicle Route Closed For Season

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Snow covering the Cabin District area Nov. 4, 2024. Photo by N. Plants/NPS

NPS News:

Valles Caldera National Preserve has closed the backcountry vehicle route early this year due to the recent snowstorm and the forecast for additional snow over the next few days.

Normally, the route remains open through Nov. 15. The vehicle route is slated to open again May 15, 2025, weather-permitting.

Visitors to the park can still enjoy exploring the front-country of the park, driving as far as the Cabin District on the north side of Valle Grande.

In addition, visitors can explore beyond the Cabin District Read More

Bureau Of Land Management Farmington Field Office Plans Prescribed Pile Burns Near Cedar Hill And West Navajo

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BLM News:

FARMINGTON — Beginning Nov. 1, 2024, and continuing through out the month, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) plans to conduct prescribed pile burn operations in two locations in the Farmington Field Office.

One unit will be seven acres in size, located just south of Cedar Hill. The second unit will be 12 acres in size, near NM 511, between mile marker 17 and 20, approximately five miles north/northwest of Navajo Lake State Park.

These operations are weather-dependent and will take several days to complete. Fire management crews will monitor daily weather to decide which date the Read More

No Open Gyms Tonight Due To Election Day Closures

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COUNTY News:

There will be no Open Gym programs this evening, Nov. 5, as Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) are closed for Election Day.

Regular Open Gym schedules will resume on Wednesday, Nov. 6.

LAPS appreciates the community’s understanding and encourages everyone to participate in Election Day activities.

For more information, please contact the Aquatic Center at 505.662.8170. Read More

Posts From The Road: Big Boy No. 4014 Steam Locomotive

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Anticipation: Thousands of train enthusiasts lined both sides of the tracks near the Greeley Train Station. Many of the crowd showed up hours before the arrival of the train in anticipation of seeing the Big Boy No. 4014 locomotive. Photo by Gary Warren

4014 Arriving: After much waiting the anxious crowd spotted the Big Boy No. 4014 locomotive as it rounded a curve and came into view. The sunny fall day was perfect for viewing the locomotive during a stop in Greeley, Colo. The locomotive was actually about 15 minutes early and was stopped for almost 45 minutes before leaving for its final destination Read More

Los Alamos Golf Course Schedule Changes Begin Nov. 4

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos Golf Course will adjust its operating hours for the winter season beginning Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. 

The golf course and golf shop will be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

The golf shop will be open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays, with all rentals required to be returned by 4:30 p.m.

These changes will remain in effect until Dec. 8, 2024, subject to course and weather conditions.

Golfers should stay updated on any changes by visiting the Los Alamos County website or contacting the golf course directly.

For additional information, contact the Los Alamos Golf Read More

35th Annual Festival Of The Sandhill Cranes Dec 11-15

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The 35th annual Festival of the Cranes is Dec. 11-15 in Socorro County. Photo by Steven Aicinena

Friends of Bosque del Apache News:

Get ready to be inspired by one of nature’s grandest migrations – the 35th Annual Festival of the Cranes will take place Dec. 11-15 in Socorro County, welcoming bird lovers, photographers and nature enthusiasts from all over the world to experience the breathtaking return of the Sandhill Cranes to the Middle Rio Grande Valley.

Join experts and enthusiasts alike at the world-renowned Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge as thousands of Sandhill Cranes, along Read More