2024 PECOS ADVENTURE DAY
Pecos Adventure Day 2024: Join Us for Public Lands Day and Celebrate Our Watershed!
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024
Location: Various Locations in Pecos, NM
To conclude Upper Pecos Watershed Awareness Month, come out and celebrate with us on Public Lands Day during Pecos Adventure Day! This special event on Saturday, September 28, 2024, highlights the importance of community involvement in preserving the Pecos River through activities: the Pecos to Pecos River and Road Cleanup, Village of Pecos Children’s Fishing Derby and the Pecos River Art Contest.
River Cleanup from Pecos, NM to Pecos, TX
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: American Legion, Pecos, NM
The River Cleanup is the centerpiece of Pecos Adventure Day. We invite you to join the Upper Pecos Watershed Association, River Source NM, NM Wild, and other dedicated volunteers in a hands-on effort to clean up the Pecos River, from Pecos, NM to Pecos, TX. The cleanup will start at the American Legion, Pecos, where you’ll receive all necessary supplies, including vests, gloves, and trash bags. Your efforts will directly contribute to the health and beauty of our watershed. Volunteers will also receive an “Event Bingo” stamp for participating in this critical activity.
Pecos River Art Contest for Kids
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: American Legion, Pecos, NM
Following the cleanup, we invite young artists ages 11-19 to express their creativity and love for the Pecos River in the Pecos River Art Contest. Hosted at the American Legion, this contest encourages our youth to engage with the river in a meaningful way. Artists can submit their work for judging and collect their “Event Bingo” stamp upon submission. The art contest is a celebration of the river’s beauty and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
Village of Pecos Children’s Fishing Derby
Time: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Monastery Lake, Pecos, NM
In addition the day kicks off with the Village of Pecos Children’s Fishing Derby at Monastery Lake. This event is an excellent opportunity for young anglers (ages 0-18) to enjoy a morning of fishing and fun. While the derby is a fantastic start to the day, our main focus remains on the River Cleanup and Art Contest.
Event Bingo
As a fun and engaging element of Pecos Adventure Day, we’re offering Event Bingo! Collect stamps by participating in the River Cleanup, Art Contest, and Fishing Derby. Once all three stamps are collected, you’ll be entered into a drawing for a special prize. The winner will be announced at the conclusion of the Pecos River Art Contest at 2:00 PM.
“Pecos Adventure Day is more than just a day of activities—it’s a celebration of our shared commitment to preserving the environment and creating lasting memories in the great outdoors,” said Telesfor ‘Ted’ Benavidez, Mayor of the Village of Pecos. “We encourage everyone to join us, collect your Event Bingo stamps, and take part in this fantastic day of outdoor activities.”
Mark your calendars and join us for a day of exploration, engagement, and, most importantly, stewardship of our Pecos River!
For more information, contact us at [email protected] or 505-757-3600.
