Outings are normally free and open to non-members, although we do like it if you join the Club to increase our local and national clout.
Events can be also found on our event calendar, and many on the Chapter Meetup site. The Santa Fe Group outings are listed on their Meetup site. Remember that outings may be added or changed as the season progresses.
Important! We rely on participant self-screening to ensure an outing that is safe and appropriate for all. We will do our best to detail the outings so you can decide if your fitness level and experience are fitting. Some things to consider are the elevation:
- Are you acclimatized to the stated elevations expected?
- Are you recovering from sickness or medical procedure or taking any medication or have a recent change of medication that may reduce or impact your fitness and ability?
- Do you have any issues or concerns that might impact you and possibly the whole group’s safety?
Please contact the outing leader with any questions or concerns.
Sign-up using the link below each listing. This link will take you to the calendar event listing with more information and registration.
We look forward to seeing you outside! We have quite varied offerings. If you are interested in joining the next outing in Southern NM, contact either Antoinette Reyes in Las Cruces at Antoinette.Reyes@sierraclub.org or John Pijawka at jastro@windsream.net for outings around the Ruidoso area. Depending on the interest, we will start having more regular outings based on attendance and will prioritize areas that have four or more people interested.
July 2025
Wednesday, July 9: Zero Waste E-Recycling Tour, 10-11:30 a.m. Tour of Albuquerque Computer and Electronics Recycling Company. Find out what you can e-recycle beyond just computers and cell phones and what happens to it all. We will be standing indoors the whole time so wear comfortable closed-toed shoes. Limit is 12 people. Register by Monday July 8.
Trip leader: Laurie Zunner
Trip Leader: John Pijawka
Level: Easy
Location: Albuquerque
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Friday, July 11: La Cueva Rocks Trail Morning Hike. Detailed parking instructions and time will be sent via email to prevent too large of a group from coming. Limit is 20 people. We will hike Fillmore Trail to the Lower La Cueva Trail to visit the archaeological site known as the Hermit’s Cave. Hike is 0.8 miles but rocky. Limited shade so please bring plenty of water.
Trip leader: Antoinette Reyes
Level: Moderate, no dogs
Location: La Cueva Picnic Area Parking Lot, $5 day use fee
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August 2025
Wednesday, August 13: Zero Waste Tour of the Surface Water Treatment Plant, 10-11:30 a.m. Learn how water from the Rio Grande is taken in and treated to become your drinking water. It is expected that by August the Rio Grande will be too low so the treatment plant will switch to taking up ground water. Learn how this is done, the relationship between the river and ground water and how & when the treatment plant recharges the ground water. There will be a lot of walking, going in and out of buildings and climbing stairs. Long pants and closed-toed shoes are required. Bring a hat, water bottle and questions.
Trip leader: Laurie Zunner
Level: Easy
Location: Albuquerque
Register for this event by August 11. Limit 16 people.
Thursday, August 21: Early morning on the bike trail. This ride will be pretty flat but we will have moderate miles on dirt and pavement, approximately 20 miles, while visiting Valle de Oro. Will stop for a coffee if time allows for group. We will start at Hispanic Cultural Center, west end of lot. Ride is limited to Age 16 and above, limit number to 12 riders. Bring ID and small amount of money, and have a bike in good riding condition, and equipment to repair a flat tire. MUST HAVE A HELMET TO RIDE, water bottle and snack to carry, small pack to carry items.
Trip leader: Rose Rowan
Level: moderate
Location: Albuquerque
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September 2025
Saturday, September 6: Birding Along the Animas River, 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Please join Mike Foster for a fun outing looking for interesting birds along the Animas Riverwalk. This is a beautiful walk, and it’s possible to see several types of birds and really enjoy the morning. Bring: water, binoculars, patience and appreciation for the outdoors. No dogs, 18 yrs and older.
Trip leader: Mike Foster
Level: Easy
Location: Riverside Nature Center, Farmington
Register for this event by September 14. Space is limited.
Thursday, September 11: Zero Waste Tour of BARCO Recycling Facility, 9-10:30 a.m. See how all of our blue-bin recycling is sorted. Come find out how much is actually recycled and get answers to other recycling questions. Must be able to climb stairs and not be bothered by a very noisy environment. Long pants, closed-toed shoes are mandatory, mask optional. Bring: water bottle, questions. Vests, helmets, eye protection, and ear plugs will be provided. Register early; space is limited to 10 adults.
Trip leader: Laurie Zunner
Level: Easy
Location: Albuquerque
Register for this event by September 9
Saturday-Sunday September 13-14: Wilderness First Aid Course. The SOLO Wilderness First Aid Course is a certified, instructor-led two-day first aid course that provides training for anyone who spends time hiking, skiing, etc. Students will have ample opportunity to practice skills in life-like situations, both as patients and caregivers. Attendees must take part in all portions and hours of the course to obtain certification.
Why attend?: People get hurt, sick, or lost. Then the temperature drops, the wind picks up, and it starts to rain. Would you know what to do? If you’re ever more than an hour away from a hospital or one mile from any road, you need to have these skills. Many backcountry emergencies are preventable, and when bad things happen, sometimes the wrong care can make things worse.
Price: $200 per person. (Participants must commit to attending both days).
Class times: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. Register to be placed on the class list. Payment instructions will be sent in mid-July to hold your seat.
Class Coordinator: Debbie Bryant
Level: Easy
Location: Albuquerque area
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Saturday, September 20: More Birds Along the Animas River, 8 a.m. -11 a.m. Please join Mike Foster for a fun outing looking for interesting birds along the Animas Riverwalk. This is a beautiful walk, and it’s possible to see several types of birds and really enjoy the morning. We will look for migratory and resident birds. Bring: water, binoculars, patience and appreciation for the outdoors. Downloading the Merlin app (which is free) is helpful. No dogs, 18 yrs and older. Space is limited.
Trip leader: Mike Foster
Level: Easy
Location: Riverside Nature Center, Farmington
Register for this event by September 17.
Saturday, September 20: Hike Palomas Peak Via Faulty Trail, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This is a strenuous hike, please only sign up if you are in shape and know your pace. This trail is approximately 7.5 miles long with 1853 elevation gain (according to all trails) and is rated by all trails as moderate to strenuous. We will meet at the Sandia Man cave parking. We should be done in 5-1/2 hours if everyone who signs up can maintain a 1.5 to 1.75 mph pace. (If you don’t know your pace, this hike isn’t for you). This is a remote trail with some great views and some medallion trees that we will try to find. We will stop for water breaks and a snack/lunch break along the way. Restrictions: No dogs please, it’s too onerous. Children over 13 are allowed if they have hiked 8 miles before recently and IF the leader approves. Bring: water, food, hat, appropriate clothing for the weather. Long sleeves and pants are recommended as about 20% of the trail is overgrown.
Trip leader: Debbie Bryant
Level: Strenuous
Location: Placitas Sandia Man Cave
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Saturday, September 27: Yoga Hike In The Mountains. If you’d like to explore the wonders of nature, hiking and outdoor yoga in the company of really nice people this is the hike! We’ll embark on an easy 1.2 mile hike followed by a one hour outdoor yoga and mindfulness break. Includes 100 feet of elevation gain and amazing views of the mountains. Sponsored by the Sierra Club Military Outdoors Program and everyone is welcome. Limited to 15 participants, and children over the age of 12 are welcome when accompanied by parent or legal guardian. No dogs, please.
Trip leader: Terry Owen
Level: Easy
Location: East Mountains of Albuquerque
Register for this event by September 25
Featured image: Caption: Summer Solstice Hike at Sandia Crest. Shown are: Debbie Bryant, Sequoia Rudolph, Michael Skrabanek and Terry Owen
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