Located only minutes from downtown Albuquerque and near the Rio Grande, Tingley Beach is a must-visit destination for those looking for some relaxation or outdoor recreation activity. Here, you'll find a wide range of outdoor activities, from fishing and boating to picnicking and hiking. Enjoy a quiet relaxing day of fishing in the catch-and-release or kids' pond, or take to the trails for a walk, run, or bike ride. Cool off with a pedal boat ride, or do some unique bird watching.

Grab a bite to eat the Tingley Beach Café, where you’ll find snack bar items, burgers, cold drinks and more. Charcoal grills are also available to enjoy a picnic outside. Visit the website to learn more about all that Tingley Beach has to offer the Albuquerque community!

Tingely Beach
1800 Tingley Dr SW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
www.cabq.gov/culturalservices/biopark/tingley

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Summer brings with it heat and humidity—but also an excuse to indulge in some cool, frosty ice cream! If you'd like to recreate the experience of your favorite ice cream parlor at home, this trio of homemade ice cream recipes will have you off to a sweet start.

Five-Minute Ice Cream [AllRecipes]
Yep, you read that right: This recipe only takes five minutes to make, start to finish! Simply combine white sugar, heavy cream, and frozen strawberries in a blender or food processor, then blend it all together until the strawberries are roughly chopped. Reviewers note that other kinds of frozen berries can be used in place of the strawberries, and some recommend substituting low-fat yogurt and sugar substitutes to cut down on the fat and calories.

The Master Ice Cream Recipe [New York Times]
Incorporating egg yolks into the mixture produces ice cream with a supremely smooth, creamy, and custard-like consistency. Better still, it's said that this vanilla ice cream can provide the foundation for any other ice cream flavor. Add the fruit, candies, nuts, and aromatics of your choice to transform the vanilla ice cream into whatever flavor your heart desires.

My Favorite: Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream [Real Simple]
Refreshingly indulgent, there's a reason why mint chocolate chip ice cream is a tried-and-true favorite. This recipe for the crowd pleasing ice cream steeps fresh mint leaves in a cream and milk mixture for an herbal flavor that can't be recreated by extracts. The addition of three tablespoons of cream cheese results in a texture that's extra rich and decadent.

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Gear up for a high-adventure climb at Stone Age Climbing Gym, Albuquerque's premier spot for indoor rock climbing. Stone Age first opened to the public in 1997 with just 4,000 square feet. After an expansion in 2004, the gym doubled in size to include locker rooms, party spaces, and more. A little more than 10 years later, Stone Age boasts 23,000 square feet of floor space and 21,000 square feet of climbing walls.

The gym is open to climbers of all ages. Those under 18 will need a parent or legal guardian to sign a waiver on their behalf, and those under 14 will require parental supervision while they climb. Youth programs and climbing schools are available to show you and little ones the ropes.

Stone Age is open 7 days a week with extended hours for members. Book your time by calling today and fill out your waivers online via their website to save some time.

Stone Age Climbing Gym
4130 Cutler Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 341-2016
www.climbstoneage.com

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