Recreation

County Ice Rink’s Chiller Gets An Upgrade

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This is the original chiller inside the mechanical room next to the Zamboni garage at Los Alamos Ice Rink. The original chiller utilized three reciprocating compressors and delivered 98.4 refrigeration tons. Council recently approved the purchase and installation of a new ice chiller that has 155 tons of refrigeration. Courtesy/LAC

This was the original condenser on the outside space next to the mechanical room. This space is occupied by the temporary chiller. Courtesy/LAC

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

With the original ice rink chiller expired and Read More

Los Alamos Hilltopper Run Sunday Aug. 18

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Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation News:

There’s still time to register for the Hilltopper Run! This year the race is Sunday, Aug. 18 at Canyon Rim Trail beginning at the west end of the Canyon Rim Trail in the Smith’s Marketplace parking lot.

There will be:

  • 5 mile run (6:30 a.m. start);
  • 5K Run (8:15 a.m. start); and
  • Kids’ 1 mile run (9:30 a.m. start).

The race will be an out an;d back course along the paved trail. Packet pick-up is 3-7 p.m. Saturday at Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op. To register for the race and see the course map, visit  https://tcrproductions.com/hr24reg.

Please note: Canyon Rim Trail Read More

DFA: $7.5 Million For City Park Improvements In New Mexico

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DFA News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) announces $7.5 million for city park improvements.

Signed into law by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, 2024 Capital Outlay Projects Senate Bill 275 created the City Park Improvement Program to enhance the quality and accessibility of city park facilities across New Mexico. 

The City Park Improvement Program will increase recreational opportunities for residents of all ages and abilities, revitalize and modernize existing park facilities, address safety concerns within city parks, and foster community engagement Read More

White Rock Skate Park Closed For New Module Installation

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Rendering presented at a meeting in March of the proposed skatepark layout in White Rock. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Parks Division has closed the White Rock Skate Park for the disassembly of old park equipment and installation of new modules.

Disassembly has been completed, and American Ramp Company has begun the installation of the new Pro Series modules beginning today, Aug. 12. 

This process is expected to take two weeks. The park is scheduled to reopen at the end of August or beginning of September.

The new White Rock Skate Park design modules are made of Maxigrip-coated Read More

Posts From The Road: Craters Of The Moon National Monument And Preserve

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A’a Lava: A’a lava is identified by the jagged, rough surface as seen in this photo. A’a lava experienced a more violent eruption, moved farther and faster following eruption, and may be seen in large blocks such as the lava seen in the photo. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

Pahoehoe Lava: Pahoehoe lava is characterized by a smoother surface that may appear in strands like a rope. The eruption of Pahoehoe lava was slower and flowed across the Earth’s surface in a more liquid state. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos

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Daily Postcard: Coyote Trots Through Valle Grande

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Daily Postcard: A coyote is spotted Friday morning trotting through Valle Grande at Valles Caldera National Preserve. Coyotes run as fast as 25 to 30 miles an hour, but can run 35 to 40 miles an hour when pursued. Valles Caldera’s high-elevation ecosystems support a great diversity of wildlife including a healthy populations of coyotes,  mountain lions, bears and bobcats, and several thousand elk. Additionally, at least 40 bird species of conservation  concern and three endangered wildlife species are known to occupy Valles Caldera. Photo by Stan Ford/NPS Read More

Santa Fe National Forest Expands Scan & Pay Sites

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SFNF News:

SANTA FE – The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) is expanding Scan & Pay sites in the Jemez Ranger District.

In addition to Vista Linda and Redondo Campgrounds, Scan & Pay will be available at:

          • Spanish Queen Picnic Area • Battleship Rock Picnic Area
          • Battleship Rock Trailhead

These sites are now available on the Scan and Pay app. Scan & Pay allows visitors to the SFNF to scan a QR code at the site kiosk and pay for their visit directly from their mobile device. Wi-Fi or data usage is required to download the app, but not necessary when using the Scan & Pay feature to pay for your Read More

Bandelier Confirms Dead Bat Tests Positive For Rabies

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Bat with rabies. Courtesy/cdc.gov

BANDELIER News:

Bandelier National Monument has confirmed that a bat found dead in the park has tested positive for rabies.

This is the first confirmed rabies case of the year for northern New Mexico.

The dead bat was found July 7 in the Cottonwood Picnic Area.

No known human contact with the bat has been reported, but we advise anyone who touched or had contact with any bat near the Cottonwood Picnic Area in early July to contact their healthcare provider or New Mexico Department of Health promptly.

Rabies is a fatal disease that can affect any mammal, including Read More

Pajarito Pickleball Club Announces Two Upcoming Skills Clinics For Players Of All Levels

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Pajarito Pickleball Club News:

The Pajarito Pickleball Club announces two upcoming skills clinics for players of all levels. The clinics will be facilitated by three club members who are certified instructors.

Aug. 17, Scott Parkinson will teach a class for beginners and Eddy Stein will lead an advanced clinic. Aug. 24, Scott Parkinson will lead the beginner’s group and Sam Menefee will facilitate a clinic for intermediate players. No experience is necessary to join the beginner’s sessions. Loaner paddles will be available and beginners will learn the rules of the game and be introduced Read More

YCC And Volunteers Make A Difference In Los Alamos

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Courtesy photo

Scene of the Los Alamos YCC team busy this summer working to improve the land in Los Alamos County and the Santa Fe National Forest. Courtesy/YMCA

YMCA News:

The Los Alamos YCC team has been busy this summer in Los Alamos. The group splits their time between working on Los Alamos County and the Santa Fe National Forest.

On the Los Alamos County land, the YCC spent the beginning of the summer finishing the last 1.5 mile of cattle fence improvements in Pueblo and Bayo Canyons. Their efforts over the last two years have significantly reduced the number of feral cattle entering Los Alamos Read More