• Select the appropriate month by using the left and right arrow buttons
• Locate the event or outing for which you’d like to register
• Click on the name of the outing or event and a registration form window will open
• Provide the requested information in the registration form. Upon completion, click on the red “Submit” button at the bottom of the form.
• If a liability waiver (participation agreement) is required to participate in the outing, a subsequent form will appear. Read and acknowledge the waiver (participants under the age of 18 will need a parent or legal guardian to complete the form with them) by checking the appropriate boxes at the bottom of the form. If you wish to submit a paper form instead, please request the form in advance from the Outings Leader listed in the announcement. Otherwise, click on the box labeled “Submit Digital Waiver”.

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April 2026

Saturday, April 18 – Sun. April 19 — Joint event: Introduction to Backpacking Overnighter
This is the perfect outing for those who have never backpacked before and would like to give it a try in a low-risk environment. We will be accompanied by several experienced mentors. After meeting at the trailhead, we’ll backpack approximately three miles into the backcountry, set up a base camp and then explore the surrounding area, where there are petroglyphs, slot canyons and a number of puebloan ruins. Saturday evening we’ll enjoy camping under the stars and learn more about the area’s history as well as backcountry safety. On Sunday we’ll continue our adventure until mid-morning, after which we’ll break camp and depart.

Saturday, April 18 — Migrating birds along Animas River in Farmington, 9-11 a.m.
Come and see the beautiful river walk and experience the changing variety of birds during spring migration along the Animas River. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars, snacks and water. Sunscreen and bug juice are always good to bring as well.

Saturday, April 25 — A decade of forest fires and flooding in Ruidoso, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Let’s hike and discuss the past number of fires that have occurred in Lincoln County. Topics will include the effects of fire, drought and monsoon flash floods that have impacted recreational trails within the forest and how fire shaped the ecology within the area of our hike. We’ll be hiking one of the Cedar Creek trails and walk through some heavily burn-scarred areas.

Saturday, April 25 — Hike at Doe Run-Gutierrez Open Space, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
I’m excited about a trail I hiked recently: Sandia Vista, Doe Run, Canyon and Sierra Vista Loop. This hike is about 6 miles long and a 1,000 feet elevation change, but the ups and downs are relatively smooth and this hike is very pleasant.

Sunday, April 26 — Cabezon Loop bike ride, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Enjoy this beautiful loop ride and bring the bike of your choice: mountain, gravel or E-bike. Fat tires are very helpful on this ride. We will meet at the intersection of San Luis and Pipeline Road at 9 a.m. We will ride a 22-mile loop route on backcountry roads around the iconic Cabezon Peak. Expect a large variation of steepness and surfaces (sand, rock, mud, etc).

May 2026

Friday, May 1 — Gutierrez Hubbell House tour, walk and lunch, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Easy hike with a bit of South Valley culture. Visit the Gutierrez Hubbell House Open Space in the South Valley. A fine example of adobe architecture dating back to the 1860s. The property includes 10 acres. Fed by an historic acequia, much of the property is farmed. We will walk the perimeter trail, an easy one-mile loop. Then we will be greeted by the staff and tour the museum.

Saturday, May 9 — Spring birds along the Animas River in Farmington, 9-11:30 a.m.
Come and see the beautiful river walk and experience the changing variety of birds along the Animas River. Leisurely pace. The trip will be 2.5 miles on level dirt trails. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars, snacks and water. Sunscreen and bug juice are always good.

Sunday, May 10 — Lake Peak bike and hike, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Enjoy this amazing adventure biking and hiking on the summit of Lake Peak (12,836 feet). This is a ride for folks that are fit and have experience riding on challenging, uneven rocky surfaces. Expect a large variation of steepness and surfaces (sand, rock, mud). Total mileage is 13 miles one-way (last three-fourths of a mile on foot). Total elevation gain approximately 2,450 feet.

Tuesday, May 12 — Zero waste tour of the Southwest Wastewater Reclamation Plant, 9:30 a.m.- Noon.
We will meet at the water Ed building at 9:20 a.m. to sign in. We will hear an orientation followed by a tour of the extensive facility, showing the stages of wastewater reclamation. This will be mostly outside and includes walking, standing and climbing stairs. Comfortable shoes are recommended. Long pants and closed-toed shoes are required.

June 2026

Saturday, June 6 — Early summer birds along the Animas River in Farmington, 9-11:30 a.m.
You’ll be surprised to see how many varieties of birds you can spot along the Animas River. Plus, it’s a beautiful place to be in the summer. Leisurely pace. The trip will be 2.5 miles on level dirt trails. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars, snacks and water. Sunscreen and bug juice are always good.

Wednesday, June 10 — Zero waste tour of the Rio Grande Soil Amendment Facility, 9-10:30a.m.
Come see how bio-solids from the Southwest Wastewater Reclamation Plant are mixed with brown and green plant waste, wood and horse manure to make compost available for sale to the public. We may see the large SCARAB machine turn a windrow of developing compost inside out.

Saturday, June 20 — Summer solstice celebration yoga-hike
Celebrate the coming summer solstice with a short hike and outdoor yoga in the shadow of the Sandia Mountains. Sponsored by the Sierra Club Military Outdoors Program, and everyone is welcome. Bring your yoga mat, water and snacks. Wear hiking boots, tennis shoes or other shoes that cover the entire foot.