GET OUT

PLEASE DON’T MISUNDERSTAND. WHEN I SAY, “GET OUT,” I MEAN PUT ON YOUR ADVENTURER’S FACE AND EXPERIENCE SOME OF THE INCREDIBLE THRILLS TAOS HAS TO OFFER — THE GOOD KIND OF SHIVER-DOWN-YOUR-SPINE, HEART-POUNDING EXCURSIONS AND FASCINATING HISTORIC PLACES YOU’LL NEVER FORGET.

Hiking into Carson National Forest or along the Río Grande Gorge readily come to mind. Or mountain biking in Taos Ski Valley or Angel Fire. Maybe off-roading in Red River, horseback riding in Pilar, floating in a hot air balloon or taking a trek with llamas is more your speed. And because Mother Nature blessed Northern New Mexico with abundant snowfall this past winter, whitewater rafting and kayaking down the Río Grande and Río Chama is expected to be more exciting than ever. Adventures can come in many ways, including the exploration of the area’s art galleries, shops, landmark homes, museums and historic sites such as Taos Pueblo — a must-see on everyone’s list. All that adventure can make for a grumbly stomach. Want to try new cuisine? Ever tasted green chile? Started your day of adventure with an authentic, burly breakfast burrito? We have that. And if you’re looking for farm-to-table restaurants, Taos has your menu. But you don’t have to take my word for it. Outside magazine has ranked New Mexico, specifically Taos Ski Valley, as number two of 33 top places to visit this year. Read all about it at outsideonline. com/2390770/best-trips-2019. It’s wild. It’s beautiful. It’s unpretentious. It’s one of a kind. It’s all for the taking. So get out there and have the time of your life.