Meeting Invitation [pdf 67k]

Clay Minerals Society

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Sandia National Laboratories

University of New Mexico

New Mexico Tourism Department

Santa Fe Visitors Bureau

Albuquerque Visitors Bureau

Albuquerque 10-Day Weather Forecast

Santa Fe 10-Day Weather Forecast

Altitude Sickness Information:

Altitude sickness may develop in travelers who ascend rapidly to higher altitudes, including those in previously excellent health. Being physically fit in no way lessens the risk of altitude sickness. Those who have developed altitude sickness in the past are prone to future episodes. The risk increases with faster ascents and higher altitudes. Symptoms of altitude sickness, may include headaches, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness.

Albuquerque, New Mexico's altitude is 5352 feet above sea level.
Santa Fe, New Mexicio's altitude is 6355 feet above sea level.

Preventing Altitude Sickness:

• Ascend gradually or by increments to higher altitudes
• Avoid overexertion
• Eat light meals
• Avoid alcohol (effects of alcohol are magnified at higher altitudes)

Preventing Dehydration:

• Drink plenty of fluids, especially when in the sun.
• Make sure you are taking in more fluid than you are losing.
• Schedule physical outdoor activities for the cooler parts of the day.
• Drink appropriate sports drinks to help maintain electrolyte balance.

Preventing Heat Stroke:

• Drink plenty of fluids during outdoor activities, especially on hot days. Water and sports drinks are the drinks of choice; avoid tea, coffee, soda and alcohol as these can lead to dehydration.
• Wear lightweight, tightly woven, loose-fitting clothing in light colors.
• Schedule vigorous activity and sports for cooler times of the day.
• Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a hat, sunglasses and using an umbrella.
• Increase time spent outdoors gradually to get your body used to the heat.
• During outdoor activities, take frequent drink breaks and mist yourself with a spray bottle to avoid becoming overheated.
• Try to spend as much time indoors as possible on very hot and humid days.

Five easy reccommendations for sunburn protection:

1. seek shade, especially during midday when UV rays are strongest;
2. cover up with light clothing to protect exposed skin;
3. get a hat with a wide brim to shade your face, head, ears, and neck;
4. wear sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays; and
5. rub on sunscreen with at least SPF 15 and both UVA and UVB protection.

Albuquerque International Airport is served by most U.S. airlines. The Santa Fe Airport is served by some commuter airlines. Most attendees will find that travel into Albuquerque provides the most flight options and is the most economical. Rental cars and shuttle service is available at Albuquerque International Airport. Shuttle service check in can be found opposite baggage claim on the east end of the airport on the lower level. Santa Fe is approximately a one hour drive from Albuquerque Airport. See corresponding maps at left.

• Albuquerque International Airport
• Sandia Shuttle Express
  (Shuttle between Albuquerque International Sunport and Santa Fe.)
  Toll Free: 1-888-775-5696
  Telephone: 505-242-0302
• Santa Fe Shuttle
  (Round trip transportation from the Albuquerque International Sunport to hotels in Santa Fe.)
  Toll Free: 1-888-833-2300
  Telephone: 505-243-2300
  Fax: 505-243-1275
• Other Transportation