This is the Land of Georgia O'Keeffe! This is a hiking and site seeing trip.We will hike canyons and mountains in northern New Mexico, explore ancient archeological sites and museums in Santa Fe viewing the spectacular scenery, and stay a full week at Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu and Santa Fe. Yes, you will need hiking boots and fleece.
The trip includes field trips to ancient pueblos along te Rio Chama and Rio Ojo Caliente, petroglyph areas and a pit house village highlight this week. The itineary includes a trip to the Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs where we can soak in hot springs sacred to Native Americans. We will hike up to seven miles per day at an elevation of 8000' on some days. Ghost Ranch is situated 6500' above sea level. While hiking, there will be stops for discussion on various Native American histories, traditions, life styles, as well as, flora and fauna. If you like to hike at a fast pace without stops, this may not be the trip for you.
Some outdoor clothing and outdoor equipment that you will need are hiking boots, bathing suit, polypropylene socks, and waterproof jacket and pants. All this because we are never sure of the weather.
Hikes in Abiquiu include:
Chimney Rock, Box Canyon and Kitchen Mesa at Ghost Ranch
Red Dot Trail in the town of White Rock
Hikes in Santa Fe included:
Atalya Mountain
Dale Ball Trail
Cerrillos Hills Historic Park
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I just completed the survey, with all "Excellent"s.
Thanks for a wonderful trip! See you again soon.
I just filled out the survey and gave you both stellar reviews - which are well deserved! Thank you so much for a wonderful trip. Look forward to seeing you soon.
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