Download Activity descriptions for 2010 annual meeting

Activity descriptions for 2010 annual meeting
Saturday afternoon, October 9
Bandelier tour 1-6 pm
Travel northwest out of Santa Fe to Bandelier National Monument, and descend into a canyon filled
with the ruins of the Anasazi Indians, colloquially "the Ancient Ones." Located on the Pajarito Plateau
of the Jemez Mountains, Bandelier was the home of the Anasazi from the eleventh to fourteenth
centuries. Excavated over 90 years ago, these ruins were once home to over 200 people, ancestors
of today's Pueblo Indians. Walk along easy paths past the remains of ancient Pueblo dwellings, to the
cliff dwellings where they can climb ladders to peer inside. If time permits, take a walk further up the
path that leads to the Ceremonial Cave, where the Anasazi and later descendants held spiritual rites
and celebrations. Cost: $105 per person includes transportation, bottled water, guide and entry fee
to monument.
Chimayo tour 1-5pm
Enjoy a drive through the beautiful sandstone formations into the lush Chimayo Valley. The tour will
take us north of Santa Fe along the “High Road”, passing through several small 18th and 19th century
Hispanic farming communities before finally arriving at the village of Chimayo, located in a beautiful
valley in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Stops include the charming Santuario de
Chimayo, the most important Catholic pilgrimage site in the Southwest, Centinela Weaving, and a stop
at Estrella Vineyards for a Winetasting. Cost: $105 per person includes transportation, guide, entrance
fees and wine tasting.
Fly Fishing 1-6pm
Santa Fe is home to some of the best flyfishing in the Southwest. Professional guides assist you with
equipment, technique and local secrets.
COST: $210 per person includes transportation, river guide, bottled water all necessary fly-fishing gear
and equipment, and beverages, minimum of 6.
City bike tour 2-4 pm
Explore the ancient roads of Santa Fe with this easy ride around town. A little exercise, a little
history….a great way to get acquainted with Santa Fe! Experienced riders bring your shoes, pedals,
and any other equipment to make your ride more enjoyable. Suitable for all levels.
COST: $120 per person includes transportation, guides, mountain bike rental, helmet, water and snacks.
Canyon road tour 1-3pm
Studio and Gallery Tour of Canyon Road
For nearly a century, artists and art lovers have flocked to Canyon Road, Santa Fe’s art gallery
district. Santa Fe is an art collectors dream, and nowhere else in town can you find the artistic scope
and richness that Canyon Road offers. On Canyon Road you’ll find more than 100 art galleries and
studios, unique specialty shops, world class restaurants, and the historic adobe architecture that
gives Santa Fe its legendary southwestern charm. Join us on a tour of Canyon Road’s many
attractions and find out why Canyon Road is “The Art and Soul of Santa Fe." COST: $70 per person
includes transportation, guide and gratuities, based on 8.
Sunday afternoon, October 10
Tent Rocks 1-5 pm
Join us for a beautiful slot canyon hike through the unique geological area known as Kasha-Katuwe
Tent Rocks. Tent Rocks is an area that features large, cone-shaped rocks hugging the steep cliffs of
Peralta Canyon. These formations were originally created by the powerful dual forces of vulcanism
and erosion - which have built up, reshaped and then torn down this landscape over time. While
uniform in shape, the tent rock formations vary in height from just a few feet to over 90. Most of the
trail is on a gradual sloping incline through a slot canyon that is an invigorating but not strenuous
walk. A steep climb to the top of the mesa is available at the end of the trail for those interested in a
challenge and a spectacular view. Please bring layered clothing, a sun blocking hat, good walking
shoes and sunscreen.
COST: $105 per person includes transportation, professional guide and entrance fees, bottled water
gratuities.
Horseback riding 1-4 pm
We offer the best horseback riding available in Santa Fe, New Mexico. We ride through the scenic
hills and high desert ranch from the historic mining town of Cerrillos, New Mexico. Rides include
spectacular 360 views of all area mountain ranges. Trips can include the Madrid Overlook, La Bajada
Overlook, Devil's Canyon, Crooked Hat Canyon, Elkins Canyon, Cash Entry Mine, Grand Central Silver
Mine, Franklin Ridge and Miner's Trail. Riders of all skill levels will appreciate our smooth riding
gaited horses. All of our horses are registered Missouri Foxtrotters and Tennessee Walkers. Able
riders may trot, canter, or gallop.
COST: $120 per person includes transportation, professional guide, 1-hour ride, and all necessary
equipment.
Insider’s culinary tour 2-5 pm
Join us at The Santa Fe School of Cooking for a walking tour of some downtown restaurants to gain
an understanding of the different cultural influences happening in the foods of Santa Fe. One of our
fabulous chef/instructors will act as your host and help you gain an understanding of the eclectic mix
of old and new, traditional and contemporary influences in the food. The tour will begin at the
School where you will discuss the traditional NM influence and taste it for yourself. Then you are off
to the following venues to learn (and taste!) more. Los Mayas Mexican restaurant to meet the
charming owner Fernando Trillo and discuss the differences in New Mexican and Mexican cuisine The
Institute of American Indian Arts where Lois Ellen Frank, a James Beard award winning author will be
sampling Native American food (a pass to IAIA is included!) Amavi, the much anticipated new
restaurant of local celebrity chef, David Sellers James Campbell Caruso's La Boca, the big winner at
this year's Taste of Santa Fe, taking home the Best In Show award! We look forward to introducing
you to some of Santa Fe's top chefs and bringing you into our diverse culinary scene! COST: $130per
person min 12 / max 20 people for class only. Transportation based on group size.
Museum Hill tour 2-4pm
This tour provides an overview of the best of Santa Fe’s Museums. The tour starts with what is
perhaps Santa Fe’s most unique museum, the Museum of International Folk Art, one of the
highlights of a visit to Santa Fe. Celebrating folk art from around the world, including work from
over 100 countries, the museum displays elaborate dioramas from 19th century Germany, New
Mexican quilts, Mexican masks, South American and African puppets, amulets, talismans, and an
endless array of figurines and ceremonial clothing. The Museum of Indian Arts and Culture is also
atop “Museum Hill”, and will introduce the group to the historical and contemporary lives of the
Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache cultures. Cost: $80 per person includes transportation, professional
guide, Museum Pass and gratuities, based on 10.