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09/11: Bull of the Woods Marathon – Course Volunteers Needed

When: Saturday, September 11, 2021Where: Taos Ski ValleyWhat: Race support ECTA is looking for volunteers to man aid stations, support…

08/14: Palo Flechado Trail Construction Day

When: Saturday, August 14, 2021 @ 8:30amWhere: Palo Flechado PassWhat: Trail construction! The Enchanted Circle Trail Association is psyched to…

Enchanted Circle Trails Association

3 days ago

Have you been meaning to volunteer this summer but just couldn't find the time? You're in luck, we have one more opportunity for you!Join ECTA and Wild Earth Llama Adventures for the last volunteer day of the season, you won't want to miss it.**Please email carel@enchantedcircletrails.org if you plan on attending**Details:📆 When: Wednesday, October 22nd at 10 AM📍 Where: Meet at the entrance to the Columbine Canyon Campground⛏ What to Expect: A day filled with fun and trail maintenance! Work will consist of using pick mattocks, McLeods, and shovels to improve drainage on the trail and of using loppers and hand saws to cut back encroaching vegetation.The hike into the worksite is about 2 miles and is a gentle but steady uphill climb. We'll be working our way up the trail from that point. Expect to hike 6-7 miles roundtrip. ✅ What to Bring: Please wear long pants, sturdy hiking shoes/work boots, work gloves, and eye protection (sunglasses okay).Bring a day pack with plenty of food and water, sunscreen, layers, and rain gear. *We will be on the trail all day and not returning to the cars for lunch*ECTA will provide the hard hats and tools.We hope#trailsconnectuse#enchantedcircletrailsn#enchantedcirclei#nmoutdoorse#nmoutsidem#nmtrues#adoptatrail##trails##trailmaintenancel#nmtrailsa#volunteer##taosi#NewMexicoe#getoutdoorswmexico #getoutdoors ... See MoreSee Less

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Enchanted Circle Trails Association

7 days ago

Due FRIDAY! Be sure to comment on the draft Environmental Assessment for the Questa to Red River Trail?enchantedcircletrails.org/2025/09/30/comment-on-draft-ea-questa-to-red-river-trail/The Q2RRT will connect two Enchanted Circle communities via a non-motorized, multi-use path that thread together multiple recreation sites along the Red River canyon.Your input is important! ... See MoreSee Less

Comment on Draft EA - Questa to Red River Trail - Enchanted Circle Trails Association

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Submit your comments on draft EA for the Questa to Red River Trail (Q2RRT) by Friday. www.fs.usda.gov/r03/carson/projects/67508 Click “Get Connected” then “Comment/Object on Project” o...

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Enchanted Circle Trails Association

1 week ago

2 days until we get to spend the day under the beautiful fall foliage on the Deer Creek Trail, and please don't forget to email carel@enchantedcircletrails.org if you're joining us! Details:☀️ When: Sunday, October 5th at 9 AM (folks may come and go as they need, there's no requirement to stay the entirety of the workday)☀️ Where: Meet at the Columbine Canyon trailhead at the southern end of the Columbine Campground☀️ What to Expect: A day filled with fun and trail maintenance! Work will consist of using pick mattocks, McLeods, and shovels to bench (widen) narrow, erosive sections of the trail.The hike into the worksite is about 2.1 miles and is a gentle but steady uphill climb. Expect to hike 5-6 miles roundtrip. We'll be taking the Columbine Canyon trail (8,000') for 1.5 miles before turning on to the Deer Creek trail (~8,300') and continuing on the Deer Creek trail for 0.6 miles until we reach the beginning of the work site (~8,750').☀️ What to Bring: Please wear long pants, sturdy hiking shoes/work boots, work gloves, and eye protection (sunglasses okay). Bring a day pack with plenty of food and water, sunscreen, layers, and rain gear. *We will be on the trail all day and not returning to the cars for lunch*ECTA will provide the hard hats and tools. ... See MoreSee Less

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