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Happy Fall Y'all!
Fall is a m agical time in Red River. The warm sunny days get a little cooler, the beautiful green aspen leaves change to bright hues of yellow, orange, and red, and the higher elevations are filled with the fascinating sounds of elk bugling as they prepare for the winter.
In addition to the annual changes that occur in and around the forest, Red River has a great lineup of special events that make fall the perfect time to visit if you're looking for a relaxing getaway. This year the Red River Chamber of Commerce has combined two favorite fall events into one weekend. The Aspencade Arts & Crafts Fair and the "Days of 1895" (Pioneer Days) will take place September 23-25. Complimenting all of the terrific Main Street shopping you're used to in Red River, Brandenburg Park and the Conference Center will be filled with
artists and han d- made crafts vendors carrying home furnishings, jewelry, Christmas gifts & decorations, photography, and more. As a celebration of Red River's "wild, wild west" history, hayrides, historical reenactments, a fast draw competition, spaghetti western, and barn dance will all take place in conjunction with the arts & crafts festival. Live music and entertainment will be provided all weekend and all events are free of charge (including the barn dance with legendary Taos musician Jimmy Stadler). The Red River Ski Area will also be offering a special Autumn Chairlift Ride this weekend with a one-hour round trip ride up the mountain to experience the beautiful fall colors. Find out more about the ride here.
Another favorite fall event in northern New Mexico is Oktoberfest, October 7-9. The natural alpine setting of Red River makes it a perfect venue for authentic German food and music, microwbreweries & wineries, contests & ski trip giveaways,the Ms. Oktoberfest competition, and the Keg Krawl (contestants carry kegs of beer from the park to the Bull o' the Woods Saloon). Lederhosen are not required but definitely encouraged!
 | | Video of Oktoberfest in Red River, NM |
Find out more about these exciting fall events at RedRiver.org. |
Enchanted Circle Challenge 
New Mexico has long been known as the Land of Enchantment, so it's only fitting that the area surrounding Red River is known as the Enchanted Circle.
How would you like to win a seven-night stay in Red River and the surrounding communities that sit along the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway?
This fall you can take the Enchanted Circle Challenge, a photo scavenger hunt through Red River, Eagle Nest, Angel Fire, Taos, Questa, Taos Ski Valley, and the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial. Seven landmarks have been ide
 | | Catherine Nalen from FL took the Challenge! |
ntified in these communities. Just take a photo of yourself with all seven landmarks, upload them to EnchantedCircle.org, and you'll be entered to win a seven-night trip in the Enchanted Circle to be used in 2012!
The Enchanted Circle Challenge runs through October 30th.
Find out more about the Enchanted Circle Challenge here. |
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