Arrive midday to the enchanting Bishop’s Lodge. Upon arrival, a Junípero Spritz is handed to you for a post -ravel refreshment. Juniper is used in Native American cultures for its healing properties.

Get to know the property as you explore our spacious grounds; pop into Horseshoe Gallery to visit our artist in residence; visit the famous Bishop’s Lodge Stables and feed our friendly horses and spend a minute at the stream with our Orvis guides to learn about our fly fishing offerings. Thereafter, head to our pool for sips and bites.

Book our Holy Margarita Cocktail Class to learn the art of southwestern mixology.

Head to SkyFire for dinner and be sure to start with the tostados. As the sun sets, grab our Polaroid camera and have one of our team members snap a sunset polaroid of the family.

Note: Children under the age of 10 dine complimentary from our kids menu

Enjoy an early breakfast at SkyFire, and then make your way to the Stables for a horseback ride. A cookout picnic awaits as you dismount and wave goodbye to your equine friends.

Spend the afternoon with a local leather maker to learn the art of western tooling. The creative expression and sheer fun of hammering stamp patterns into leather make this an unforgettable high-desert experience.

Unwind over a private dinner in the Wine Room followed by Native Storytelling with native storyteller and drummer Ehren.

With your adventure lunches packed and guide ready to go, head offsite to visit Bandelier National Monument. This National Park is home to the Pajarito (Spanish for “little bird”) Plateau, where dynamic geological forces weave the story of migration and settlement of ancestral Pueblo Peoples. Hike and explore the low stone walls and petroglyphs, and follow the ancient pathways.

After a quick break, return back to property for a painting session on the Meadow. Guided by our artist in residence, relax and paint, learning tricks of the trade.

Thereafter, head outside to (Bishop) Lamy’s Drive-In for a movie under the stars.

Breakfast in Two Dogs Cafe before heading off site for a river rafting adventure.

Enjoy lunch surrounded by New Mexico’s natural beauty.

Make your way to the Yarrow Room for an artful afternoon with Tribal Elder Elmer, learning the art of native drum making.

Head to The Plaza in downtown Santa Fe for dinner at one of the favorite local gems.

Enjoy a serene breakfast on SkyFire’s terrace overlooking the Jemez Mountains.

Afterwards, make a stop by our Historic Chapel, or book a Land Dance class to practice playful movement, sinking into the earth and connecting with ourselves and each other.

Venutre over to our beehives to learn about these buzzing creatures surrounded by abundant lavender and historic fruit trees.

Unwind at the pool, painting tiles with our friendly local artist. Painted tiles are a common vision across Santa Fe.

Commemorate your last night with a vintage family tintype photo – a valued keepsake for years to come. A fun fact: the largest collection of tintype photography is in New Mexico.

Conclude the evening with dessert from our talented pastry chef, followed by cosmic stargazing.

Depart late morning after breakfast at SkyFire or enjoy a soak in our pool.

Each week, Thursday-Sunday, we offer age-appropriate skill building activities that explore our natural surroundings, history and culture of Santa Fe and this land. Our days follow a flow learning model, beginning with a game to awaken children’s enthusiasm, followed by skill-building activities to teach wilderness know-how and engage children more deeply in nature. Each day’s themes are complemented through story, nature journaling and an art project to tap into your child’s imagination and creativity.