Scene from folks participating in a previous snowshoe & cross‑country ski adventure. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to join the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) and Los Alamos Mountaineers (LAM) for an intermediate snowshoe or cross‑country ski adventure, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026.
With only a few spaces left, early registration is encouraged. This point‑to‑point winter outing will travel from the Las Conchas Trailhead to the East Fork Trailhead, covering 4.5 miles and approximately 800 feet of elevation gain.
Designed for participants with prior snowshoeing or skiing experience, the trip offers a rewarding challenge and a chance to explore one of the Jemez Mountains’ most scenic winter corridors.
Because conditions vary, the use of snowshoes or skis will be weather‑dependent. If snow is insufficient, the outing will shift to a winter hike, and micro‑spikes such as YakTraks may be recommended.
Trip Logistics
- Participants will meet at Los Alamos Nature Center (2600 Canyon Road) at 9 a.m. to carpool to the trailhead. Four‑wheel drive and shovels are helpful for winter parking conditions.
- Those traveling from outside Los Alamos may meet the group at 10 a.m. directly at the Las Conchas Trailhead.
- Cars will be staged at the East Fork Trailhead for the return, and PEEC has snowshoes available to lend to participants as needed.
About the Trip Leader
- The outing will be led by Zack Baker, a long‑time PEEC and Los Alamos Mountaineers volunteer known for his enthusiasm, experience, and recent wilderness first aid training.
- Baker enjoys introducing new skiers and snowshoers to winter travel and guiding groups through safe, memorable day trips.
Admission
- PEEC/LAM Members: $4 individual / $8 family
- Non‑Members: $5 individual / $10 family
Registration
- Space is limited and expected to fill quickly. Anyone interested is encouraged to reserve a spot soon.
- For more information, visit PEEC’s website at peecnature.org/events. Stay connected on social media for updates on each week’s activities.
About PEEC:
- PEEC was founded in 2000 to serve the community of Los Alamos. It offers people of all ages a way to enrich their lives by strengthening their connections to our canyons, mesas, mountains, and skies. PEEC operates the Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road, holds regular programs and events, and hosts several interest groups, from birding to hiking to butterfly watching. PEEC activities are open to everyone; however, members receive exclusive benefits such as discounts on programs and gift shop merchandise. Annual memberships start at $35. To learn more, visit peecnature.org/support/membership/.