nor Your Relatives Passed It’s an ever-evolving holiday that traces its earliest roots to the Aztec people in what is now central Mexico. Skulls, like the ones placed on Aztec temples, continue to be a key symbol in this tradition for more than six centuries. During the Day of the Dead, there are even life-size papier-mâché skeletons that stand as a reminder that death is just a part of life, and it shouldn’t be something we should fear!
Halloween is just around the corner. You’ll soon have trick-or- treaters approaching your door requesting a healthy share of candy. Before then, you may want to go out and feel the thrills of the season yourself, but maybe you’re someone who doesn’t enjoy the cramped spaces of haunted houses. You don’t have to step indoors to experience a spooky attraction, though. There are plenty of outdoor Halloween attractions to check out, and here are three of the most thrilling. Zombie Paintball We’ve all watched a scary movie and thought we could do better than some of the characters in these extreme situations. Now is your chance to prove it. There are zombie paintball courses throughout the country, and they can be a great time for everyone involved. You’ll step aboard a bus or trailer outfitted with paintball guns and proceed along a course full of zombies and creatures. Before long, your friends and family will get into the competitive spirit to see who can hit the most targets. Haunted Corn Maze Haunted houses are great if you’re trying to experience some jump scares. But if you want to get the haunted house experience in an outdoor setting, you should check out a haunted corn maze. You’ll hear screams coming from all around to help amp up the fear. It’s also a great way to get some exercise! Haunted Hayride So, what if you want the best of both worlds? You may want to feel scared without walking through a maze or using a paintball gun. That’s where haunted hayrides come in. On a haunted hayride, you’ll hop aboard a platform that’s being towed by a tractor or truck as they take you through a dark forest and possibly some barns. Performers will be woven throughout to provide scares at the perfect moments. It’s a great way to get the classic Halloween experience without having to walk through a house or maze. Get Out of the (Haunted) House With These 3 Outdoor Halloween Attractions
If you’re looking for a fun, family event to celebrate Día de Los Muertos, Bernalillo County is hosting its 8th annual Sugar Skull
Fun Run! Located at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, on Oct. 23, guests can walk, jog, strut, and stroll their way along the picturesque Bosque! This year, participants can select from a timed 5K for runners, a 5K walk/run, or a 1-mile strut and stroll for strollers and pets. The early bird registration fee is $35 and increases to $45 from Sept. 1–Oct. 20. Late registration will cost $55 and be available Oct. 21- 22. But registration will not be possible on the day of the event, so be sure to grab your tickets quickly!
Check out Active.com, type in “Sugar Skull Fun Run,” and register now!
Inspired by FoodNetwork.com
Creamy Baked Pumpkin Risotto
Ingredients
• Pepper, to taste • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese • 2 tbsp mascarpone cheese • 2 tbsp olive oil
• 5 cups of low-sodium
chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups Arborio rice • 2 cups of pumpkin, diced • 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin purée • 1/2 yellow onion, minced • Salt, to taste
Directions 1. Heat the oven to 400 F and arrange a rack in the middle. 2. In a 3-quart baking dish, combine broth, rice, diced and puréed pumpkin, and onion. 3. Season with salt and pepper, then stir until evenly combined. 4. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake until water has been absorbed and rice granules are puffed. 5. Remove from the oven and stir in basil, grated Parmesan cheese, mascarpone cheese, and olive oil.
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