PEEC NEWS RELEASE

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to register now for a special full‐day field trip, the Geologic Tour to the Goblin Colony, happening Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM MT. This popular outing is led by expert geologists Fraser and Cathy Goff and offers a rare chance to explore the diverse volcanic history of the Southeast Jemez Mountains.

Participants will visit several geologic stops along NM Highway 4 before hiking 2.2 miles round‐trip into the Goblin Colony, a striking basin filled with unusual formations of altered Bandelier Tuff. Expect a day of discovery, photography, and deep geologic storytelling.

Registration is now open, and space is limited to 25 participants. Save your spot today at peecnature.org/events.

Event: Geologic Tour to the Goblin Colony
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM MT
Meeting Location: Los Alamos Nature Center
Admission: $60 PEEC Members • $75 Non‐Members
Carpooling may be required. No high‐clearance vehicle needed.

Bring light boots, hiking sticks (optional), layered clothing, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, 1 to 2 quarts of water, lunch, and snacks.

For more information, visit PEEC’s website at peecnature.org/events. Stay connected on social media for updates on each week’s activities