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  • From: Una Smith <una.smith AT att.net>
  • To: treq-nm AT lists.ibiblio.org
  • Subject: [TREQ-NM] Ride the Valles Caldera
  • Date: Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:52:10 -0600

TREQ-NMers,

The text below is an advertisement of sorts that is "going around": I
have received several copies already this week, from different people.

Una Smith
Los Alamos

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Again, this summer the Valles Caldera National Preserve is also open to
horse riders with their own mounts. Available dates and Internet links
for the preserve are below. Large groups, and equestrian organizations
can contact the VCNP to arrange for special events.

Be prepared for rain, and deer flies, and plan your ride to be back
before a possible downpour as the rainy season is closing in on us.
It is always good to be prepared. Bring a slicker or rain coat for
yourself, and fly spray for your horse. It is cooler (and sometimes
downright cold) in the mountains compared to Albuquerque or Santa Fe.
Here is a check list on the website of recommended gear.

http://www.vallescaldera.gov/comevisit/horse/horse_needtoknow.aspx

You will find a water trough for your horses at the staging area. Human
amenities include a pot-a-potty, and the hut is stocked with bottled
water, Gatorade and VCNP logo gear for sale. Credit cards and cash are
accepted. There is ample parking and you do not have to worry about your
rig while you are on the trail enjoying yourself. Pets are not allowed
at the VCNP (see also
http://www.vallescaldera.gov/comevisit/horse/horse_rules.aspx).

*The VCNP web site:* vallescaldera.gov

*Links to information about riding the VCNP:*
http://www.vallescaldera.gov/comevisit/horse/index.aspx
http://www.vallescaldera.gov/comevisit/horse/horse_Education.aspx
http://www.vallescaldera.gov/comevisit/horse/horse_faq.aspx
http://www.vallescaldera.gov/comevisit/horse/horse_rules.aspx

*Link to make reservations:*
http://www.vallescaldera.gov/comevisit/horse/horse_viewall.aspx

Apply On-Line

To reserve your ride on the Preserve, select your ride from the
available dates page:
http://www.vallescaldera.gov/comevisit/horse/horse_viewall.aspx

The site will accept credit card payments only.

Apply by Phone

You may also contact us by phone Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (MST)
and on Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (MST) by calling toll-free:
1-866-382-5537.

To Ride Without Reservations

The Trust will allow spontaneous use based on available space. Riders
without reservations must arrive at the Banco Bonito staging area before
10 am. There are no guarantees on available space. No exceptions will be
made.

Riding Fees

Riding fees are $20 per horse. Parking is secure, behind locked gates!
The trails are terrific. The terrain and landscape is varied, and you
can design your ride to be as easy or as difficult as you desire. On the
Equestrian Event days listed below, the VCNP reserves the trails just
for horses and their riders. Imagine the luxury of riding your horse
in this glorious landscape -- without motorized vehicles, hikers or
bicycles. Out of consideration for the well being of the equestrian
gusts of the VCNP, please remember that stallions are not allowed on
the preserve, and riders 16 and under are required to wear helmets.

Links to VCNP maps:
http://www.vallescaldera.gov/about/maps/maps_static.aspx

*Available Dates:*
Friday, July 04, 2008
Saturday, July 05, 2008
Sunday, July 06, 2008
Friday, July 18, 2008
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Friday, August 01, 2008
Friday, August 15, 2008
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Friday, August 29, 2008
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Friday, September 26, 2008
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Sunday, September 28, 2008





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