2023-07-19–LVSC – Hike Report

LVSC Hike Report La Luz Spur – Kiwanis Cabin Loop – Sandia Mountain East 2023-07-19 Hike Report Sent By: Marilyn Fixer Hike Distance (mi): 4.3Elevation Change (ft): 520Total Uphill (ft): 805Total Downhill (ft): 805 Report: There were 8 of us on this hike trying to escape the heat. Many of the flowers had bloomed then READ MORE

2023-08-03–BCSC – Hike Notice

Bear Canyon Senior Center Hiking Group Tree Spring Trail To Fossil Garden – Sandia Mountain East Thu, 2023-08-03 @ 8:15 AMHighlights: Lush forest; rock garden meadow with fossils. Wildflowers. Cautions: Difficult footing due to exposed tree roots and rocky rough trail. Hiking poles recommended. Web Page: Click here to go to the hike web page READ MORE

2023-08-02–LVSC – Hike Notice

Los Volcanes Senior Center Hiking GroupCrest House to North Peak – Sandia Mountain East Wed, 2023-08-02 @ 8:00 AM Highlights: Views from the Sandias to the west and north. Wildflowers in season; limestone cliffs. Cautions: None Web Page: Click here to go to the hike web page where you may view the hike map, trailhead READ MORE

2023-07-26–PDSCW – Hike Notice

Palo Duro Senior Center – Wednesday Hiking GroupSan Gregorio Reservoir Long – San Pedro Parks Wed, 2023-07-26 @ 8:30 AM Highlights: Walk through mature aspen and evergreen forest, passing a picturesque reservoir. Then climb following a creek to high meadows filled with wildflowers. Cautions: Numerous downed trees to scramble over and marshy areas with saplings READ MORE

2023-07-20–BCSC – Hike Notice

Bear Canyon Senior Center Hiking Group Hamilton Mesa – Pecos Thu, 2023-07-20 @ 8:15 AMHighlights: Beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, mesa with wildflowers, hike in woods. Cautions: Rocky, poorly maintained dirt access road. Web Page: Click here to go to the hike web page where you may view the hike map, trailhead directions, how READ MORE

2023-07-19–LVSC – Hike Notice

Los Volcanes Senior Center Hiking Group Tecolote – Balsam Glade – Capulin – Sandia Mountain East Wed, 2023-07-19 @ 8:00 AM Highlights: A combination of three short hikes. Terrific views and abundant wildflowers in season. Cautions: None. Web Page: Click here to go to the hike web page where you may view the hike map, READ MORE

2023-07-12–PDSCW – Hike Notice

Palo Duro Senior Center – Wednesday Hiking GroupEllis-Survey Loop – Sandia Mountain East Wed, 2023-07-12 @ 8:30 AM Highlights: Varied terrain, with some portions in the open and some in the trees. Good views to the west, especially beautiful when aspens are showing fall color. Cautions: Ellis trail is open to the summer sun, so READ MORE

2023-07-06–BCSC – Hike Notice

Bear Canyon Senior Center Hiking GroupSandia Crest To Del Agua – Sandia Mountain East Thu, 2023-07-06 @ 8:15 AM Highlights: Numerous openings providing views to the west. Beautiful colors of aspens in the spring and fall. Wildflowers. Cautions: Some uphill on the return portion of the hike. Web Page: Click here to go to the READ MORE

2023-07-05–LVSC – Hike Notice

Los Volcanes Senior Center Hiking GroupNo Hike Scheduled – Albuquerque Wed, 2023-07-05 @ Highlights: Cautions: None Web Page: Click here to go to the hike web page where you may view the hike map, trailhead directions, how to do the actual hike, and download the hike GPS files. Hike Leader(s):   Van Driver(s):   Hike Class: Hike READ MORE

2023-06-28–PDSCW – Hike Notice

Palo Duro Senior Center – Wednesday Hiking GroupSanta Barbara CG to Santa Barbara Middle Fork – Pecos North Wed, 2023-06-28 @ 8:15 AM Highlights: Cautions: None. Web Page: Click here to go to the hike web page where you may view the hike map, trailhead directions, how to do the actual hike, and download the READ MORE

2023-06-28–PDSCW – Hike Notice

Palo Duro Senior Center – Wednesday Hiking GroupSanta Barbara CG to Santa Barbara Middle Fork – Pecos North Wed, 2023-06-28 @ 8:15 AM Highlights: Cautions: None. Web Page: Click here to go to the hike web page where you may view the hike map, trailhead directions, how to do the actual hike, and download the READ MORE

2023-06-22–BCSC – Hike Notice

Bear Canyon Senior Center Hiking GroupWinsor Trail to Nambe Lake – Sangre De Cristos Thu, 2023-06-22 @ 8:15 AM Highlights: A strenuous hike through lush aspen forest enroute to Nambe Lake. Cautions: Trekking poles recommended for steep climb to and from lake. High altitude; not recommended for hikers with respiratory disorders. Web Page: Click here READ MORE

2023-06-22–BCSC – Hike Notice

Bear Canyon Senior Center Hiking GroupWinsor Trail to Nambe Lake – Sangre De Cristos Thu, 2023-06-22 @ 8:15 AM Highlights: A strenuous hike through lush aspen forest enroute to Nambe Lake. Cautions: Trekking poles recommended for steep climb to and from lake. High altitude; not recommended for hikers with respiratory disorders. Web Page: Click here READ MORE

2023-06-22–BCSC – Hike Notice

Bear Canyon Senior Center Hiking GroupWinsor Trail to Nambe Lake – Sangre De Cristos Thu, 2023-06-22 @ 8:15 AM Highlights: A strenuous hike through lush aspen forest enroute to Nambe Lake. Cautions: Trekking poles recommended for steep climb to and from lake. High altitude; not recommended for hikers with respiratory disorders. Web Page: Click here READ MORE

2023-06-21–LVSC – Hike Notice

Los Volcanes Senior Center Hiking GroupBandelier Cliff Dwellings – Los Alamos Wed, 2023-06-21 @ 8:00 AMVariation: As necessary to make our time constraints work. Jody will advise as your hike leader on day of hike. Highlights: Cliff dwellings and kivas Cautions: From the middle of May to the middle of October you are required to READ MORE

2023-06-14–PDSCW – Hike Notice

Palo Duro Senior Center – Wednesday Hiking GroupLa Vega Meadow – Sangre De Cristos Wed, 2023-06-14 @ 8:15 AM Highlights: A hike through forest to a meadow with wildflowers in season. Cautions: The elevation of the hike is over 10,000 ft. Web Page: Click here to go to the hike web page where you may READ MORE

2023-06-08–BCSC – Hike Notice

Bear Canyon Senior Center Hiking GroupDavid Canyon Loop – Cedro Peak Thu, 2023-06-08 @ 8:15 AM Highlights: A pleasant loop hike down the east ridge of the canyon and back up the west ridge. Nice ponderosa pines at this altitude. Cautions: Take plenty of water and sun protection. Treking poles may be useful to some READ MORE

2023-06-07–LVSC – Hike Notice

Los Volcanes Senior Center Hiking GroupLa Luz Spur – Kiwanis Cabin Loop – Sandia Mountain East Wed, 2023-06-07 @ 8:15 AM Highlights: A delightful, mostly shaded summer hike with spectacular views, wildflowers and possibly some wildlife. Cautions: Some portions with narrow trail and steep dropoffs. Hiking poles recommended. Web Page: Click here to go to READ MORE

2023-05-31–PDSCW – Hike Notice

Palo Duro Senior Center – Wednesday Hiking GroupContinental Divide Trail FR193 South Short – Mount Taylor Wed, 2023-05-31 @ 8:15 AM Highlights: Hike through forest of magnificent ponderosa pines. The ridge overlook provides beautiful views of the mountains and the vastness of the forest. Cautions: Poles helpful but not necessary for those who do not READ MORE

2023-06-07–LVSC – Hike Change Notice

Los Volcanes Senior Center Hiking GroupLa Luz Spur – Kiwanis Cabin Loop – Sandia Mountain EastWed, 2023-06-07 @ 8:15 AM HIKE CHANGE NOTICE Change Notice Sent By: Marilyn Fixer Original Hike: Continental Divide Trail FR193 South Short Highlights: A delightful, mostly shaded summer hike with spectacular views, wildflowers and possibly some wildlife. Cautions: Some portions READ MORE