Cerro Grande is a large volcanic dome on the southeastern rim of the Valles Caldera. At the summit (10,200 ft.), there are spectacular views looking into the caldera and across the southern Jemez Mountains. The hike is moderately strenuous, climbing 1,200 feet in elevation, and is 4 miles round trip. There is much geology to [...]

This one-day course will explore the geologic history of the area around Abiquiu, including rock formations and vistas that inspired Georgia O’Keeffe. Field stops and lectures will discuss the history of the Colorado Plateau, Jemez Mountains and the Rio Grande Rift. Students will gain insight into the changing shape of the landscape in northern New [...]

This sculpture workshop, led by renowned stone sculptor’s Candyce Garrett and Alexandra Morosco, is designed to help beginning to professional sculptors develop their skills working with Alabaster, Limestone, Marble, and Granite. Sixteen million years ago the Jemez Mountains began a series of volcanic eruptions. Today, in the Abiquiu area, that range is 11,561 feet high. [...]