Springtime activity
ABOVE: A biker grinds a rail at the skatepark on Wednesday afternoon. Today marks the first day of spring and the time when many outdoors enthusiasts can begin to pursue their favorite activities, [Photo by Brian Leddy / Independent]

BELOW: Gallup Bengal John Tafoya (10) connects with the ball for a triple as the Bengals defeated the Grants Pirates Tuesday at Ford Canyon Park in Gallup. The Bengals will be playing in the Aztec Invitational this weekend. [Photograph by Jeff Jones / Independent]