Red River Run 2008, Memorial Weekend

Released on: May 10, 2008, 10:57 am

Press Release Author: Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza and John Slenes

Industry: Entertainment

Press Release Summary: Brief information on the 26th annual Red River NM motorcycle
rally.

Press Release Body: Red River, Taos County\'s Northern most ski area and mountain
vacation playground hosts the 26th annual Red River Run Rally motorcycle event
Friday May 23, 2008 and through Monday May 26, 2008. Started in 1981 by Lester
Lewis, then President of the local Chamber, with a few dozen Gold Wing bikes
attending, the rally has reached peak numbers of a reported 25,000++. Owners of
cycles of all makes and models from quite a distance attend.

Articles in several cycle magazines herald the rally\'s fun and excitement. Motor
Cycle Events, V-Twin, Biker\'s Atlas, Easy Riders and other cycle magazines have
published articles, photos, and videos of the Rally and activities related thereto.
All of that publicity and history have led the town of Red River to increase the
number of in town activities and locations to include games, live music, shows,
vendors, trade show, and product and bike demos. Food and libations of all sorts
are enjoyed.

Memorial Day is the peak point of the weekend and most riders visit the Viet Nam
Veterans Memorial in Angel Fire. It is the first Viet Nam Veterans Memorial in the
country, grew to a museum honoring the American\'s lost in that war effort, and
became a New Mexico State Park in 2005.

Visitors to this Memorial Day event also enjoy jeep, quads, mountain bikes, and
horse rides on the miles of roads and trails in the 1.5 million acres of national
forests surrounding the Enchanted Circle. Rentals of those OHVs are available from
several vendors. White water rafting is available for those who prefer a wet
environment. Fishing is available in streams and lakes throughout the Enchanted
Circle area. Hiking those miles of trails is the choice of the hardy.

Angel Fire, Taos, Questa, Red River, and Eagle Nest are on the 84 mile Enchanted
Circle which circumnavigates New Mexico\'s highest point, Wheeler Peak, at 13,100
feet. Winding through some of the Sangre de Christo\'s most beautiful scenic
mountains, the Enchanted Circle is a popular drive for both bikes and cars.
Frequent stops to experience those views, history, and sights, while cruising that
circle of fun is an experience that most will enjoy. Highway 64 East through the
Cimmarron canyon is another worth while driver/ride as is 64 West over the Rio
Grande Gorge bridge all the way to Cumbres & Toltec steam powered scenic RR in
Chama, NM and Antonito, CO.

Wandering the 80+ galleries of Taos, historic Taos Pueblo, or the 6+ Museums in Taos
provides more eye candy for new and returning visitors. Most local ski areas open
summer sight seeing lift rides Memorial Weekend. And don\'t forget New Mexico\'s
offical question...\"Red or Green?\", referring to the hot and spicy chili flavors of
our tasty local New Mexican foods!

Indian Hills Inn, Taos Plaza is offering a special discount rate 4 night package for
the Memorial weekend. Good for 4 nights from Thursday thru Sunday or Friday thru
Monday, you can book the 4 nights for $417 plus tax for 1 or 2 Guests. That
represents a savings of over $30 a night. \"Last year, we had almost 30 bikes parked
in our central courtyard in the grass under the tall trees\" said John Slenes, owner;
\"We take good care of our two wheel visitors!\" Special rates NOT available online.
Call the Inn direct 1-800-444-2346 or email indianhills@newmex.com . Links to many
area tourist sites are at www.newmex.com/indianhillsinn web site.

Web Site: http://newmex.com/indianhillsinn

Contact Details: 233 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571
575-758-4293

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