ABIQUIU EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
River Music with The Foggy Memory Boys: Three Days of Canyon Water, Campfire Jams and Gourmet Camp Meals
A Friday-morning to Sunday-afternoon river trip out of Abiquiu that pairs class II–III paddling with live bluegrass, riverside cooking and dramatic sandstone canyons.
River Music with The Foggy Memory Boys: Three Days of Canyon Water, Campfire Jams and Gourmet Camp Meals.
This three-day river journey out of Abiquiu threads the Chama River through evergreen-lined canyons and towering sandstone walls, pairing purposeful paddling with riverside music, gourmet camp meals and evening campfire jams.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Riverside Jams with The Foggy Memory Boys
Evening campfires and riverside stops become stages for the Foggy Memory Boys, a Taos-rooted bluegrass outfit that brings fast picking, close harmonies and an energetic festival vibe to the canyon camps.
Gourmet Camp Cooking and Slow Evenings
Camps are set on high-water benches beneath ponderosa and Douglas fir, where hearty, hot breakfasts and gourmet suppers frame afternoons of music and conversation around the fire.
Canyons, Cliffs and Quiet Monasteries
The trip threads scenic canyons with multi-hued sandstone cliffs up to 1,000 feet and views of regional landmarks, including the massive Brazos Cliffs and the Christ in the Desert Monastery.
What the day feels like
What the three-day trip feels like
From a Friday-morning meeting in Abiquiu to a mid‑afternoon takeout on Sunday, the trip alternates spirited stretches of Class II (and later II–III) water with long, slow runs, shoreline hikes and camp that centers on food and music.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The trip runs from Friday morning through Sunday afternoon.
Participants meet at Bode's General Store, 21196 US-84, Abiquiu, NM, before a roughly one-hour shuttle to the put-in.
Bring appropriate clothing and personal items for multi-day river camping; craft and boat options include paddle boats, oar boats, individual or two-person inflatable kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards.
Gourmet camp meals are provided as part of the trip, with hearty breakfasts and evening suppers served at camp.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The outing runs from Friday morning until Sunday afternoon.
Where do participants meet?
Meeting location is Bode's General Store, 21196 US-84, Abiquiu, NM.
What age range is the trip suitable for?
The trip is open to participants age 6 and older and is described as family-friendly.
What boats and craft are used on the river?
Options include paddle boats, oar boats, individual or two-person inflatable kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards.
What level of whitewater will we encounter?
The route includes Class II rapids on early stretches and later a livelier whitewater section rated Class II–III.
Will there be music and meals on the trip?
Yes — the trip features riverside music and campfire jams alongside gourmet camp cooking for meals.