Recreation

Posts From The Road: Travels & Reminiscing

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Balloon Fiesta: Beautiful southwestern blue skies were present every day during this year’s Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Slightly breezy winds prevented the larger special shaped balloons from flying on some days but it did not prevent them from inflating and remaining on the ground for visitors to enjoy. The standard sized balloons flew every day of the nine day fiesta. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Special Shapes Glow: A special shapes glow was held on Thursday and Friday evening during the 52nd annual Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. The glow allows visitors to walk Read More

Valles Caldera Fall Fiesta Draws Thousands To The Jemez

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Basket-weaver Andrew Harvier showing off some of his traditional baskets. Photo by I. Owsley/NPS

NPS News:

Nine days of special events and guest programming attracted more than 3,000 visitors to Valles Caldera National Preserve for its second annual Fall Fiesta, which occurred Oct. 5-13, 2024.

Valles Caldera Fall Fiesta offered participants a variety of opportunities to enjoy and learn about their park through daily ranger programs, cultural demonstrations, guest speakers, tribal artisans, and extended park hours.

“We are pleased with the momentum this event has gained in its second Read More

Upcoming Office Closures On Santa Fe National Forest

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SFNF News:

SANTA FE — The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) has announced two upcoming office closures that will affect the public. The offices will not be open to visitors or sell passes/permits on these days, please plan accordingly.

Closures include:

  • Tuesday, Oct. 22 – The Supervisor’s Office in Santa Fe will be closed all day and will resume business hours Wednesday, Oct. 23; and
  • Tuesday, Oct. 29 – ALL Santa Fe National Forest offices will be closed due to a staff event. The Supervisor’s Office, Cuba, Coyote, Jemez, Española and Pecos/Las Vegas district offices will resume business hours Wednesday
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Mountaineers Talk On Ski Climbing Mount Rainer Oct. 22

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Heading towards the summit of Mount Rainier. Courtesy/LAM

By WILLIAM PRIEDHORSKY
Los Alamos Mountaineers

In late May of 2024 Greg Huey (Mud Duck) and Tadz Kostrubala (Tabone) successfully summitted the Rainier stratovolcano via the Disappointment Cleaver (DC) Route. At the Oct. 22 Mountaineers meeting, the two will discuss their DC ascent, fairly standard for Rainier, and their not-so-standard attempt to descend on skis. Mount Rainier is Washington State’s highest mountain, peaking out at 14,411 feet. It is most often climbed by the DC route, which climbs 9,000 feet on snowfields and Read More

Bureau Of Land Management Seeks Nominations For Public Lands Rule Advisory Committee

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BLM News:

Advice and recommendations will support engagement, outreach, and partnership

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking nominations for a new Federal advisory committee that will help inform how the Bureau implements the Public Lands Rule.

The Committee will advise on outreach and engagement, best management practices, and the development and refinement of agency guidance to support implementation of the Rule across the country.

The Public Lands Rule provides the BLM with new tools and guidance to inform the balanced management of natural resources. Read More

Los Alamos Camping Area Reservations Available Online

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Parks and Open Space Division has announced that reservations for Camp May, Main Gate RV Park and White Rock RV Park can now be made online through the County’s website under “Camping & RV Parks”.

This new service provides a convenient alternative to the previous in-person-only reservation system, making it easier for both visitors and residents to plan their stays.

  • Camp May near Pajarito Ski Mountain offers scenic picnic areas and fire pits. Open from May 1 to Oct. 31 (dependent on weather) and is situated approximately six miles west of Los Alamos. The nightly
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Red River Nominated For USA Today’s ‘Best Ski Town’

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Red River News:

RED RIVER — The Town of Red River Office of Economic Development & Tourism has announced its nomination for USA Today’s prestigious “Best Ski Town” award for 2024. Having won this title in both 2021 and 2023, Red River continues to distinguish itself as a premier destination for skiers, outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.

Located in the heart of the northern New Mexico mountains, Red River offers visitors a truly unique and personal ski experience. The town is home to a family-owned downhill ski area, which provides world-class skiing with a welcoming, small-town charm. Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: Oct. 14, 2024 

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By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post

Weather forecasts for this winter indicate a La Nina, a cooler Pacific current, affecting the weather. So far this has been the case with dry conditions and warmer-than-normal temperatures this fall. Streamflows are running well-below normal for this time of year. They make for good fishing, but the low water requires a stealthy approach and accurate casts. Fly fishing is often excellent this time of year.

The wild brown trout and brook trout are spawning this time of year. They will develop deeper colors and become more aggressive.

Brown Read More

Los Alamos Youth Cyclists Pedal Pajarito Ski Hill

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Los Alamos Mountain Bike team before the Pedal Pajarito race on Sunday, from left, Jim Tyldesley, Calvin Grow, Quanah Moseley, Ian McLean, Sebastian Koglin, Jonathan Wehner, Matthew Wehner, Hannah Waldschmidt and Natalie Crawford. Courtesy photo

By Paula Knepper
Los Alamos Mountain Bike Team

Youth cyclists pedaled Pajarito ski hill on Sunday, Oct. 13 for the third race of the New Mexico Interscholastic Cycling League (NMICL) season. More than 130 youth athletes from across the state competed on a cross-country mountain bike race hosted on the bike trails at Pajarito Ski Area. Athletes Read More