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  • Enchanted Forest XC Ski Area – 2019-20

    Each Winter, the Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski and Snowshoe Area (EFXC) offers a variety of activities and events for both snowshoe and x-country enthusiasts alike. The EFXC is located just three miles east of Red River on NM highway 38 at Bobcat Pass. Some 2018-19 event highlights are: Moonlight Ski & Snowshoe Tours:Saturdays —…

  • Red River Ski Area – 2021-22

      The Red River Ski Area (RRSA) plays host to a number of fun and exciting winter events each ski season. Below is a sampling. Opening Day: The day before Thanksgiving 2022 Frozen Turkey Race: Thanksgiving Day 2022 Torchlight Parade & Fireworks: Saturdays, beginning around 7 PM (Red River Time) 2021-2022 Race Camp: December 4-5,…

  • 2020 USASA Events at RRSA

    2020 USASA Events at RRSA

    The USASA will be sanctioning three programs at the RRSA this winter season: Gold Rush Rail Jam on January 4, the Red River Rampage Slopestyle on February 22,  and the Slalom and Giant Slalon on February 23. These contests are for amateur skiers who compete in different age categories and accumulate points which can qualify…

  • Snowmobiling – A Look Back

    Snowmobiling – A Look Back

      A Little History It is believed that the first snowmobile came to the Red River Valley around 1966 when high country resident Johnnie Mutz purchased a Johnson Skee Horse to use both for ranch work and as a toy to play in the snow. The Skee Horse came in three different sizes, including a…

  • Showdown on Main Street

    Showdown on Main Street

      WHAT:  The World Fast Draw Association World Balloon Elimination Championships WHEN:  Saturday & Sunday September 28-29, 2013 WHERE:  Downtown Red River NM Howard Darby, Nick Ione, Jon Wilson and Jon Rivera have three things in common: they are good friends, they love the sport of fast draw, and they are presently the four fastest…

  • Mountain Top Concert

    Mountain Top Concert

      A great turn-out for this year’s Mountain Top Concert at The Tip. Click images to enlarge.

  • NM Trout Stocking Reports

    NM Trout Stocking Reports

      View this week’s fish stocking report and all manner of hunting, fishing and birding information here: http://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/recreation/

  • Goose Creek Nature Hike

    Goose Creek Nature Hike

      If you’re looking for a quiet nature hike with plenty of interesting sights, check out the Goose Creek Trail. This 5.5 mile long trail is located 2.5 miles from town on the Upper Valley Rd (keep right at the Y), right at the entrance to the Aspen Park property. Cross the wood bridge and…

  • Rock Climbing

    Rock Climbing

      Are you looking for a challenge or something most people wouldn’t dare attempt? If so, then you’re in luck. Right outside Red River is a popular destination for local rock climbers! If you need guided instruction, Taos-based Mountain Skills Rock Climbing has over 20 years of experience and have been featured in New Mexico…

  • NM Public Fishing Waters

    NM Public Fishing Waters

      New Mexico offers fishing enthusiasts a wide variety of angling locations and nearly two dozen species of game fish! Click here to view New Mexico Game & Fish’s map of public fishing waters: NM_Public_Fishing_Waters