LPM Spring Meeting 2008 | Optional Excursions & Activities

Discover the thrill of casting to rising trout in the beautiful Pecos River. Your professional guide will lead you to a pristine site for your fishing adventure, and will take the mystery out of the art of fly-fishing. Both the novice and the advanced angler will enjoy the beauty and peacefulness that surrounds them in northern New Mexico.

Santa Fe ’s Canyon Road, comprised of residences, restaurants, galleries and shops, is one of America’s oldest and most charming neighborhoods. Experience some of Santa Fe finest galleries, which include art works of longtime favorites as well as exciting newcomers. Learn the origins of the magnificent artistry of our Pueblos and visit with gallery and shop owners eager to discuss their collections.

One of America's most popular adventures, whitewater rafting is becoming a tradition for visitors to Northern New Mexico. The rafting season begins with the snowmelt in spring and generally lasts through October. All levels of rafters, from the novice to the expert will enjoy this adventure along the Rio Grande. Along the valley floor, the rafters will experience spectacular scenery, with a full range of whitewater on the "Race­course" south of Taos. It is recommended that the rafters bring extra clothing to change into at the take-out point. Due to safety regulations, no one under the age of seven years old or in excess of 230 pounds will be permitted to participate in this event. Waterproof suits and helmets can be provided upon request.

Do you love chile? Are you curious but unfamiliar? Our Chile Amor class will delight those already familiarity with New Mexico's official state vegetable and light the fires of passion for those yet uninitiated. Here in the Land of Enchantment, chile is more than an ingredient; it is the embodiment of a diverse and rich cultural heritage and a distinct Southwestern lifestyle. Participants will explore chile's unique culinary and medicinal qualities, learn to identify different varieties, and discover how to handle them safely and efficiently in the kitchen. After the introduction we'll don aprons and prepare red and green chile sauces and homemade tortillas to taste! Limit of 16 people, so register early! THIS IS A HANDS-ON CLASS.

Travel to Bandelier National Monument where you’ll descend into a canyon filled with the ruins of the Anasazi Indians, colloquially "the Ancient Ones." Located on the Pajarito Plateau of the volcanic Jemez Mountains, Bandelier was the home of the Anasazi from the eleventh to fourteenth centuries. Excavated over 90 years ago, these ruins were once home to over 200 people, ancestors of today's Pueblo Indians. Hundreds of petroglyphs carved by the original residents are still visible. You may walk along easy paths past the remains of ancient Pueblo dwellings to the cliff dwellings where you can climb ladders to peer inside. There will be an option for adventurous people to climb the 150 feet of ladders to visit Alcove House.

We offer the best horseback riding available in Santa Fe, New Mexico. We ride through the scenic hills and high desert ranch from the historic mining town of Cerrillos, New Mexico. Rides include spectacular 360 views of all area mountain ranges. Trips can include the Madrid Overlook, La Bajada Overlook, Devil's Canyon, Crooked Hat Canyon, Elkins Canyon, Cash Entry Mine, Grand Central Silver Mine, Franklin Ridge and Miner's Trail. Riders of all skill levels will appreciate our smooth riding gaited horses. All of our horses are registered Missouri Foxtrotters and Tennessee Walkers. Able riders may trot, canter, or gallop.