Forecast for Taos: Even More Authentic Summer Events with a Good Chance of Relaxation
Press release 8/9/2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Erica Asmus-Otero (505) 259-2202 Erica@griffinassoc.com
Recent monsoon rains have improved conditions in the forested areas of Taos and Taos Ski Valley, allowing for Stage 1 restrictions. Those restrictions mean that campfires are now allowed; instead, only Forest Service-provided grills and grates in developed recreation sites are permitted. For current fire restrictions, call (877) 864-6985 or visit www.fs.fed.us/r3/ or www.nmfireinfo.com.
A cool summer getaway, Taos Ski Valley will also be the gathering place on August 13 for the “Up and Over Trail Run” – a challenging, high-altitude 10k run. The race begins at 9 a.m. at the base of lift #1. Pre-registration is $30 or $35 on race day. Visit taosskivalley.com/trailrun for details.
A number of festivals, celebrating everything from wine to medicinal plants, will take place in the month of August in Taos such as the Toast of Taos Arts and Wine Festival, August 18 through 21. Wine connoisseurs can sample wines, take wine seminars and toast at special dinners, or participate in the Grand Tasting at the Taos Convention Center. Call (575) 758-3911 for more information or visit http://toastoftaos.com/.
The Wild Food and Medicinal Plant Festival is a bioregional festival focusing on local wild plants and their many uses. Free workshops led by herbalists will teach participants which herbs are medicinal, edible and much more. The festival takes place at TSV on August 13. Also at TSV,
the family-friendly Taos Mountain Music Festival on August 20 and 21, featuring live music from a variety of genres, a marketplace, and kids area. For more information, visit taosmountainmusicfestival.com.
Other events taking place in the remainder of August in and around Taos include, but are not limited to:
The deadline to submit art for the “Taos Select” portion of the Taos Fall Arts exhibition has been extended to August 14th. Contact Deborah Rael-Buckley at 9505) 681-4914 or drb@deborahraelbuckley.com for more information.
For updates on fire restrictions or current conditions, go to http://www.inciweb.org/10/ or www.nmfireinfo.com. For general information on Taos, visit www.taossacredplaces.com.
Travelers can also visit the Town of Taos’ frequently updated webcam on the www.taos.org home page to monitor conditions at any time.
CONTACT: Erica Asmus-Otero (505) 259-2202 Erica@griffinassoc.com
Forecast for Taos: Even More Authentic Summer Events with a Good Chance of Relaxation
TAOS, NM — August 9, 2011—All Taos area forests are now open once again for hiking, biking and camping, with fire restrictions reduced to Stage 1 in the Carson National Forest. Taos outdoor activities continue to expand in the months of August and September – ranging from outdoor festivals to cultural events, sports competitions, and much more.Recent monsoon rains have improved conditions in the forested areas of Taos and Taos Ski Valley, allowing for Stage 1 restrictions. Those restrictions mean that campfires are now allowed; instead, only Forest Service-provided grills and grates in developed recreation sites are permitted. For current fire restrictions, call (877) 864-6985 or visit www.fs.fed.us/r3/ or www.nmfireinfo.com.
A cool summer getaway, Taos Ski Valley will also be the gathering place on August 13 for the “Up and Over Trail Run” – a challenging, high-altitude 10k run. The race begins at 9 a.m. at the base of lift #1. Pre-registration is $30 or $35 on race day. Visit taosskivalley.com/trailrun for details.
A number of festivals, celebrating everything from wine to medicinal plants, will take place in the month of August in Taos such as the Toast of Taos Arts and Wine Festival, August 18 through 21. Wine connoisseurs can sample wines, take wine seminars and toast at special dinners, or participate in the Grand Tasting at the Taos Convention Center. Call (575) 758-3911 for more information or visit http://toastoftaos.com/.
The Wild Food and Medicinal Plant Festival is a bioregional festival focusing on local wild plants and their many uses. Free workshops led by herbalists will teach participants which herbs are medicinal, edible and much more. The festival takes place at TSV on August 13. Also at TSV,
the family-friendly Taos Mountain Music Festival on August 20 and 21, featuring live music from a variety of genres, a marketplace, and kids area. For more information, visit taosmountainmusicfestival.com.
Other events taking place in the remainder of August in and around Taos include, but are not limited to:
- August 9–12 – “Harwood Children’s Program: Art Exploration Workshop of Puppets” – three day workshop led by NM artist Cristina Masoliver, where kids create multi-media puppets. 10 a.m. to noon daily. Location: Harwood Museum. Visit harwoodmuseum.org.
- August 13 – “Full Moon Hike” – experience a guided 2.5 mile hike to Williams Lake at night. Meet at 7 p.m. Location: Taos Ski Valley Visit: taosskivalley.com.
- August 19 – 21 – “Gay Pride Taos” – high energy dance party and drag show Friday with late night comedy show, musicians, vendors on Saturday and Sunday. Visit: taospride.com.
- August 19–21 – “Taos County Fair” – see prize winning livestock and a pie eating contest and sample local blue ribbon recipes. Location: Taos County Fairgrounds Visit: taoscountyfair.com.
- August 27 – “A Russian Night in Taos” – annual gala fundraiser with dancing, dining, art, and silent auction. Location: Taos Art Museum Visit: taosartmuseum.org.
- August 27–28 – “Autumn Run Car Show” – classic car show, including music, poker run, BBQ and street dance. Location: Kit Carson Park and Taos Plaza Call: (575) 758-1405
The deadline to submit art for the “Taos Select” portion of the Taos Fall Arts exhibition has been extended to August 14th. Contact Deborah Rael-Buckley at 9505) 681-4914 or drb@deborahraelbuckley.com for more information.
For updates on fire restrictions or current conditions, go to http://www.inciweb.org/10/ or www.nmfireinfo.com. For general information on Taos, visit www.taossacredplaces.com.
Travelers can also visit the Town of Taos’ frequently updated webcam on the www.taos.org home page to monitor conditions at any time.
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