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Kokopelli Property Management: How to to rent out your home in Taos Putting a house up for rent begins with determining the expectations of the homeowner. “Right from the start, we talk with the owners about their goals and usage,” says Ryan Goodman, who owns Kokopelli Property Management in Taos with his brother Brant Goodman and partner Jason Couillard. “Typically, a homeowner wants to make money but also to come out for a week’s vacation. When that vacation is becomes crucial to the best return. Eighty percent of rental income comes during 20 percent of the year – the peak times.” Peak times in Taos are Christmas holidays and spring break, so a vacation at other times will maximize the return. “We talk with owners about ‘rate optimization,’ where we try to find the sweet spot between gross revenue, nightly rent and occupancy,” says Goodman. There are two ways to rent out a home in Taos: • A lease that lasts at least a year brings in monthly income, and works best when unfurnished. Management fees run about 10 percent, and the lessee pays utilities. • A vacation rental period range from three days or to all summer. Kokopelli recommends purchasing hospitality-grade furnishings. Management fees run higher, about 25 percent, and the owner covers utilities.

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Kokopelli aggressively markets Taos properties with professional photos, a video virtual tour and online presence. Each property gets listed on the Kokopelli website, www.kokoproperty.com, and on top rental sites: www.vrbo.com, www.flipkey.com, and www.homeaway.com. “We at Kokopelli run an owner-centric management program because the owners are our customers,” says Goodman. “The guests pay the owners, and the owner pays us. Therefore, we listen to our owners and spend lots of person-to-person time with them.”

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TA O S Unbridled

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May 01-31: May 10-11: May 14-July 23: May 16-18: May 16-18: May 17: May 21-26: May 22-Sept. 04: May 24-26: June 13: June 14-15: June 15-Aug. 04: June 23-24: June 28: July 04: July 04: July 04-06: July 05: July 11-13: July 13-20: July 14: July 18-20: July 25-26:

31st Taos Spring Arts Celebration Mother’s Day Celebration in the Park Taos Blizzard Season (Beisbol) Taos Lilac Festival Jicarilla Apache Artist Show & Sale Home and Garden Expo Memorial Weekend Bike Rally Taos Plaza Live! Arts & Crafts Fair Feast Day, Taos Pueblo Arts & Crafts Fair Taos School of Music Festival 45th Rodeo de Taos Taos Historic Museums Fandango Fourth of July Celebration Arroyo Seco Parade Arts & Crafts Fair GranFondo, Ski Valley Taos Pueblo Pow Wow UNM Taos Summer Writers Conference Toast of Taos / Lions Golf Tournament Las Fiestas de Taos Feast Day of Santiago & Santa Ana

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July 26: Aug. 02: Aug. 04-08: Aug. 09-10: Aug. 15-17: Aug. 16-Sept. 01: Aug. 22-23: Aug. 30: Aug. 30-Sept. 01: Sept. 05-06: Sept. 20-21: Sept. 20-Jan. 18: Sept. 26-28: Sept. 26-Oct. 05: Sept. 27: Sept. 27-28: Sept. 27-28: Sept. 28-June 01: Sept. 29-30: Oct. 04-05: Oct. 10-12: Oct. 24-25: Oct. 25-26:

Turquoise Ball Taos Home and Garden Tour UNM Taos Summer Sustainability Institute Summer Arts & Crafts Fair Music and Arts Festival Music from Angel Fire 19th Taos Autumn Run Car Show A Russian Night in Taos Arts & Crafts Fair Michael Hearne’s Big Barn Dance, Ski Valley High Road Artisans Arts Tour Orale! Kings & Queens of Cool Fall Arts & Crafts Fair 40th Taos Fall Arts Festival Quick Draw and Live Art Auction High Road Artisans Arts Tour 24th Old Taos Trade Fair Taos Chamber Music Festival San Geronimo Day, Taos Pueblo Taos Wool Festival Fall for Antiques Taos Storytelling Festival Taos Mountain Balloon Rally

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FROM THE EDITOR: The Taos News Summer Visitors Guide: Cool information on every page By Andy Jones

TAOS SCRAPBOOK: A collection of places and events that make Taos special

FEATURES

DEPARTMENTS

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TAOS BLIZZARD: Professional baseball lights up Taos nights By Cody Olivas

TAOS MUSEUMS: Offering a treasure trove of history and culture

GETTING HERE: Driving directions, airport, rental car and shuttle information

ICONIC GALLERIES OF TAOS: Their secrets of longevity in the art scene By Teresa Dovalpage

RECREATION: 11 Ways to Love a Taos Summer — from camping to wildlife viewing, we’ve got you covered

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FOOD & DRINK: A taste of Taos

FOLLOW THE TRAIL OF THE REVOLT OF 1847 By J.R. Logan

LIVE MUSIC AT TAOS PLAZA, ALL SUMMER LONG By Teresa Dovalpage

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TAOS PUEBLO: Heritage and history

5 TAOS FIRSTS By Andy Jones

THE SECRET LIVES OF COYOTES By Steve Tapia

DAY-TRIPPIN’ BIKER BESTS: Scenic and totally fun motorcycle rides By Virginia C. Clark

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THE TAOS NEWS SUMMER VISITOR GUIDE:

Bienvenidos!

and Northern New Mexico! I’m proud to represent the people, cultures, history and natural resources that make our neck of the woods so unique. As New Mexico State Representative for District 42 I work hard to ensure the protection of these valuable cultural and natural resources. Whether you’re coming back for more or this is your first visit to our High-Desert Paradise, we’re glad to have you. Stop and take in the views, savor that last drop of green chile, and enjoy the shopping!

Welcome… We’re glad to have you. State Representative Roberto “Bobby” J. Gonzales District 42, Democrat

Cool information on every page

fter a long — and mostly fun — winter and a windy spring, nothing beats a Taos summer. We get just a few weeks of hot weather before the monsoons (what we Taoseños call afternoon showers) roll in and cool everything down. It’s a great time to visit Taos Pueblo, go for a motorcycle ride or take a history lesson. Check out a Taos Blizzard baseball game, visit a local museum or enjoy a Thursday evening at Taos Plaza Live! This year, The Taos News Summer Visitor Guide invites you to take it all in and make this the best summer ever. To inspire you to visit great places, we offer the Taos Scapbook (begins on page 32), a series of images, by local and regional photographers, of the remarkable events and locations around The Enchanted Circle. And if that isn’t enough to push you out the door and into a local wilderness, we have “11 Ways to Love a Taos Summer” (begins on page 85), an overview of popular outdoor activities such as mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking and much more. Of course, you’ll want to eat and drink along the way. You might be interested in our story about the journey of a local dish from farm to table (page 118), or if you’re thirsty, you might wet your lips reading about how some of our area’s microbreweries and wineries go about naming their fine selections (page 124). There are also ample opportunities to explore places like Peñasco (page 146), Arroyo Seco (page 148), Taos Ski Valley (page 152), Angel Fire (page 158), Red River (page 162), Questa (page 164), Eagle Nest (page 166) and Sipapu (page 168). So when you’re venturing out into the mountains, or down to the river, be sure to remember to put the Summer Guide in your bag. You’ll be glad you did. –Andy Jones, special sections editor

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Contributing Writers

Cindy Brown Teresa Dovalpage Jay Foley Stacey Glaser Jim O’Donnell Nick Streit Steve Tapia

Editorial Assistant

Ella Romancito Contributing Photographers

Steven Bundy Bob Groos Lloyd Harvey Lesley S. King Allan Lemley Desiree Manville Jim O’Donnell Kevin Rebholtz Chip Simons Geraint Smith Gak Stonn Nick Streit Terry Thompson Eli Vega Creative Direction and Layout Design

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PEÑASCO: A high point on the high road ARROYO SECO: A good thing in a small package

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TAOS SKI VALLEY: Embracing the change

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ANGEL FIRE: Cool summer fun

RED RIVER: Where something’s always happening QUESTA: A gateway to adventure

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EAGLE NEST: An Old West fisherman’s

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SIPAPU: Ski resort offers free family fun

Robin Martin, owner Chris Baker, publisher Joan Livingston, editor Chris Wood, advertising manager Andy Jones, special sections editor Jennifer Taphorn, production manager Tina Larkin, staff photographer Virginia Clark, reporter Elizabeth Cleary, reporter J.R. Logan, reporter Cody Olivas, reporter Andrew Oxford, reporter Cover Photograph

Photos on the bottom row above, from left to right: A Coffee Spot break-the fast burrito (Photo by Tina Larkin); Virginia and Smitty Clark (Photo by Tina Larkin) and Taos Pueblo Powwow (Photo by Terry Thompson).

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Taos Pueblo Powwow 2012 dance contestant Garrett Cayaditto, from Albuquerque, representing the Zia, Ute and Navajo tribes, photo by Tina Larkin, cover design by Michelle M. Gutierrez

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TAOS SCRAPBOOK If a picture is worth a thousand words, we thought a picture plus a couple hundred words would be even better. Enjoy the splendor of our region and learn about some great places at the same time, in our Taos Scrapbook. BRAZOS CLIFFS

page 31 CHAMA RIVER

page 32

GHOST RANCH

page 32

GREATER WORLD EARTHSHIP COMMUNITY

page 50

DOBSON HOUSE BED AND BREAKFAST

page 50

RÍO GRANDE GORGE BRIDGE

page 68

JOHN DUNN BRIDGE

page 68

TAOS FARMERS MARKET

page 122

LOCAL FRUIT STANDS

page 122

CIMARRÓN CANYON

page 128

SAN FRANCISCO DE ASÍS MISSION CHURCH

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SANTUARIO DE CHIMAYO

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FAWN LAKES

page 140

LATIR LAKE

page 140

RÍO GRANDE DEL NORTE NATIONAL MONUMENT

page 142

THE HIGH ROAD TO TAOS

page 144

FOURTH OF JULY IN ARROYO SECO

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EL SALTO FALLS

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WILLIAMS LAKE

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RODEO DE TAOS, JUNE 28 AND 29, 2014 AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY TERRY THOMPSON

WHAT IT IS

Rodeo de Taos is the town’s annual professional and amateur rodeo, with events such as barrel racing, roping, bull riding, bronc riding and more. The rodeo grounds are on Camino de la Merced. For more information, call the Taos County Chamber of Commerce at (800) 732-8267.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“What’s not to like about a small town rodeo? I was drawn to capturing some iconic moments at a typical rodeo. Big or small, the excitement of a rodeo is always the same.” –Terry Thompson, photographer, Taos

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RÍO BRAZOS

PICTURED: THE BRAZOS CLIFFS, PHOTOGRAPHED BY NICK STREIT

WHAT IT IS

The southern San Juan Mountains, one of the southernmost ranges of the Rocky Mountains, lies to the west of Taos, and can be accessed via Carson National Forest and U.S. 64. The Brazos Cliffs are on the westermost edge of the range, before you reach the village of Tierra Amarilla. There are numerous hiking, fishing and camping opportunities in the area, not to mention boundless beauty.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL “The Southern San Juan Mountains in New Mexico offer some of the best scenery in the Taos area. The route from Taos to Chama is one of the best scenic drives in the Rocky Mountains. From Taos, take Hwy. 64 west out of town. The first stop is the gorge bridge, then on to the high mountain meadows of the southern San Juans, where wildlife sightings are common.” –Nick Streit, photographer and fisherman, Taos

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02a RÍO CHAMA

AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY GERAINT SMITH

WHAT IT IS

A major tributary of the Río Grande, the Río Chama is about 130 miles from its source in the San Juan Mountains in Colorado, just north of the state border to its confluence with the Río Grande just north of Española. The Chama is especially popular with fisherman and whitewater rafters. The stretch below El Vado Lake offers mostly class II and class III rapids that are popular with a wide variety of rafters. Most local outfitters offer trips on the Chama.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“Standing on this bridge on Forest Road 151, which goes to Christ of the Desert Monastery, I can see the canyons and cliffs, mesas and mountains beyond. The river is most spectacular here as it rushes with torrential force under my feet passing by ponderosa pines, giant cottonwoods and sandstone cliffs. This is a favorite spot and a place away from it all. Oh and a great place for a photo trip!” –Geraint Smith, photographer, Taos

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02b GHOST RANCH

AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY ALLAN LEMLEY

WHAT IT IS

Originally named “Ranchos de Brujos” (Ranch of the Witches) by the cattle rustlers who hid cattle in the slot canyons, Ghost Ranch gained notoriety as the home of artist Georgia O’Keeffe (who bought a portion of it from early environmentalist Arthur Pack). For the past 50 years, Ghost Ranch has been a national education and retreat center owned by the Presbyterian Church. For more information, visit ghostranch.org.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“The detail in the land is unique, and the skies are immense. There is a remarkable spiritual quality to this place I feel nowhere else.” –Allan Lemley, photographer, Taos

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Red River

Questa Tres Piedras

Arroyo Hondo

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Taos Ski Valley Arroyo Seco Taos Pueblo

Angel Fire

Ranchos de Taos Ojo Caliente

Pilar Main Route to Taos

Picuris Pueblo Peñasco

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High Road to Taos Mora

Española Los Alamos

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TAOS BLIZZARD

Professional baseball lights up Taos nights By Cody Olivas

When it’s too dark to hit the bike trails or run the river this summer, the lights will be just turning on for professional baseball games in Taos. The Taos Blizzard, who play in the Pecos League — an independent, professional league — have 38 home games scheduled from May 14 through July 23. That equals a handful of home games almost every week this summer.

people who aren’t sure what to expect from the baseball teams. Every year the top players from the Pecos League seem to make their way into major league organizations where they can keep trying to climb the professional ladder.

The rookie-level league is a stepping stone for many ball players trying to keep their dreams of making it to the majors alive. Some of the athletes have played affiliated ball, but join the Pecos League to learn a new position or improve their arm strength. Others are fresh out of college and just want to keep playing ball.

The Pecos League has only been around for a few seasons and teams have fluctuated between a few different towns. This year 10 teams are slated to play in the league, including one Colorado team, one Texas team, two Arizona teams and six from New Mexico. Taos will play in the Pecos League’s northern divison, playing the majority of its games against the Santa Fe Fuego, Las Vegas (N.M.) Train Robbers, Ratón

The action and caliber of play surprises many

Osos and Trinidad (Colo.) Triggers. With the addition of high-powered lights at Taos High School’s baseball field this year, nearly all of Taos’ home games will take place at 7 p.m. Besides an eight-day stretch in June when Taos visits Arizona to play at the Bisbee Blue and Douglas Diablos, the Blizzard will be here every week. Tickets for the games are $6. The Santa Fe Brewery is also on site, selling beer at the games in Taos. For more information, visit TaosBlizzard.com or PecosLeague.com Photo by Tina Larkin John Apostolo bats one out into the field during a June 3, 2013 home victory against the Trinidad Triggers 6-5.

TAOS BLIZZARD HOME SCHEDULE

Fri., May 16 Santa Fe 7 p.m. Sat., May 17 Santa Fe 7 p.m. Sun., May 18 Ratón 7 p.m. Mon., May 19 Ratón 7 p.m. Sat., May 24 Trinidad 7 p.m. Sun., May 25 Trinidad 7 p.m. Mon., May 26 Roswell 7 p.m. Tue., May 27 Roswell 7 p.m. 38

Wed., May 28 Roswell 7 p.m. Thur., May 29 Roswell 7 p.m. Sun., June 1 Trinidad 7 p.m. Mon., June 2 Trinidad 7 p.m. Tue., June 3 Alpine 7 p.m. Wed., June 4 Alpine 7 p.m. Thur., June 5 Alpine 7 p.m. Fri., June 6 Alpine 7 p.m. Mon., June 9 Ratón 7 p.m. Tue., June 10 Ratón 7 p.m.

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Thur., June 19 Ratón 7 p.m. Fri., June 20 Ratón 7 p.m. Mon., June 23 Trinidad 7 p.m. Tue., June 24 Trinidad 7 p.m. Fri., June 27 Alpine 7 p.m. Sat., June 28 Alpine 7 p.m. Sun., June 29 Alpine 7 p.m. Wed., July 2 Santa Fe 6 p.m. Fri., July 4 Santa Fe 6 p.m. Mon., July 7 Trinidad 7 p.m.

Tue., July 8 Trinidad 7 p.m. Wed., July 9 Santa Fe 7 p.m. Sun., July 13 Santa Fe 7 p.m. Mon., July 14 Santa Fe 7 p.m. Tue., July 15 Douglas 7 p.m. Wed., July 16 Douglas 7 p.m. Thur., July 17 White Fish 7 p.m. Fri., July 18 White Fish 7 p.m. Sat., July 19 White Fish 7 p.m. Sun., July 20 White Fish 7 p.m.

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TAOS MUSEUMS

Offering a treasure trove of history and culture

Scenes from the Martínez Hacienda, from left to right, a historic cart replica (Photo by Eli Vega); the santos display room (Photo by Eli Vega); and the Hacienda Room (Photo by Steven Bundy).

THE MILLICENT ROGERS MUSEUM

Collections of American Indian jewelry, pottery — including the Maria Martinez family collection, painting, textiles and more. Summer hours: Daily: 10:10 a.m.–5 p.m. $10 adults; $8 seniors; $6 for military (active duty or veterans); $6 for students 6-21 with ID; $2 for children 6-16 Free for children under 5; free admission sundays for Taos county residents; tour rates and discount cards for visiting multiple times are available. 1504 Millicent Rogers Road (575) 758-2462 millicentrogers.org

THE E.L BLUMENSCHEIN HOME AND MUSEUM

Preserved as when the artist (an original member of the Taos Society of Artists) and

his family lived there. Summer Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday: Noon-5 p.m. $8 per adult; $4 for children 16 and under Free for children under 5; free admission sundays for Taos county residents; tour rates and discount cards for visiting multiple times are available. 222 Ledoux St.; (575) 758-0505 taoshistoricmuseums.org

THE HACIENDA DE LOS MARTINEZ

A fortress-like trading post constructed in 1804 by Severino (Martín) Martínez. Summer Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday: Noon-5 p.m. $8 per adult; $4 for children 16 and under

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Free for children under 5; free admission sundays for Taos county residents; tour rates and discount cards for visiting multiple times are available. 708 Hacienda Way of of Lower Ranchitos Road (575) 758-1000 taoshistoricmuseums.com

THE HARWOOD MUSEUM OF ART

The permanent collection of 1,700 works of art and archive of 17,000 photographs from the 19th century to the present. Summer Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday: Noon-5 p.m. $8 per adult; $4 for children 16 and under Free for children under 5; free admission sundays for Taos county residents; tour rates and discount cards for visiting multiple times are available.

238 Ledoux St. (575) 758-9826 hardwoodmuseum.org

GOVERNOR BENT HOUSE AND MUSEUM

The Home of New Mexico’s first American Governor, early trader, trapper and mountain man. Summer hours: Daily: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 117 Bent St. (575) 758-2376

KIT CARSON HOME AND MUSEUM

The historic home of Kit Carson, military scout, soldier, trapper, and frontiersman. Summer Hours: Daily: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 113 Kit Carson Road (575) 758-4945 kitcarsonhomeandmuseum.com

TAOS ART MUSEUM AND FECHIN HOUSE The home studio of

international artist Nicolai Ivanovich Fechin. Summer Hours: Tuesday–Sunday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $8 per adult; $4 for children 16 and under Free for children under 5; free admission sundays for Taos county residents; tour rates and discount cards for visiting multiple times are available. 227 Paseo del Pueblo Norte (575) 758-2690 taosartmuseum.org

THE COUSE HOUSE The Private home and studio of Eanger Irving Couse, a noted early 20th century painter. Arrangements may be made to tour the home. 146 Kit Carson Road To arrange a visit call: (575) 751-0369 cousefoundation.org

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RIO GRANDE GORGE BRIDGE

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Historic Home and Museum & Museum Shop OPEN DAILY 10 - 5 Save-the-date! Summer Rendezvous Fundraiser Sunday, July 6th

Watch for our 2014 Summer Lecture Series - coming soon! 113 Kit Carson Rd, Taos 575-758-4945Â www.kitcarsonmuseum.org

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WORLD 03a GREATER EARTHSHIP COMMUNITY AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY ELI VEGA

WHAT IT IS

Across the Río Grande Gorge Bridge, toward Tres Piedras, lies the Greater World Earthship Community, the epicenter of Earthship Biotecture. You can learn all about these selfsustaining homes at the Earthship Visitor Center or take part in the experiment by renting an Earthship for a few nights. earthship.com

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“Where the future and the desert meet — although what I saw was in-the-moment, those are the thoughts I had when I first visited this community. The foreign-ness of this place left me with a sense of surrealism — a strange combination of “The Flintstones” and “Star Trek.” The willingness of people to push the envelope, to go against the norm, and to disregard conformity in order to hold on to their beliefs, is a great example of staying true to yourself, staying your path, and being grounded. I respect that. Those same feelings and thoughts are what allowed me to capture the surrealism and art found in this environmentally unique place.” –Eli Vega, photographer, Superior, Colo.

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& DOBSON HOUSE BED BREAKFAST

PICTURED: THE COMMON ROOM, AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY CHIP SIMONS

WHAT IT IS

Dobson House is an ecologically friendly 6,000-square-foot solar adobe with natural adobe walls and stone floors. Furnished in a comfortable Southwestern style, the home also features the owners’ contemporary art collection. Breakfast is served in the 1,600-square-foot common room, which overlooks the Río Grande Gorge. The home is near the gorge and the old stagecoach trail, which leads to Manby Hot Springs. Visit new-mexico-bed-and-breakfast.com for information.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“I just stayed there once, when working for Audubon Magazine. It is run by an interesting couple and it has a beautiful flowing quality to the inside … like being inside a giant shell crossed with a space ship.” –Chip Simons, photographer, Albuquerque

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Georgia O’Keeffe Black Mesa Landscape, New Mexico / Out Back of Marie’s II, 1930 Oil on canvas, 24 1/4 x 36 1/4 in. Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Gift of The Burnett Foundation. © Georgia O’Keeffe Museum.

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Follow the trail of the Revolt of By J.R. Logan

1847

n the morning of Jan. 19, 1847, an angry group of Mexican loyalists and Pueblo Indians began a rampage that led to the deaths of several American officials and traders, all of whom were seen as invaders of sovereign territory by the locals.

accounts describe a very public and emotional scene during the hangings. The ropes were tied to a tree branch and the men were stood atop a cart, which was slowly pulled out from under the condemned by a team of mules.

The revolt (or insurrection, depending on which side you ask) brought a harsh reprisal from the U.S. Army, which killed hundreds of insurgents and destroyed a church at Taos Pueblo using the full force of its artillery. Once the smoke cleared, dozens of so-called rebels were jailed, and many were convicted in hastily organized courts and hanged.

One witness gave a graphic account: “Bidding each other ‘adios,’ with a hope of meeting in Heaven, at word from the sheriff the mules were started, and the wagon drawn from under the tree. No fall was given, and their feet remained on the board till the ropes drew taut. The bodies swayed back and forth, and, coming in contact with each other, convulsive shudders shook their frames; the muscles, contracting, would relax, and again contract, and the bodies writhed most horribly. While thus swinging, the hands of two came together, which they held with a firm grasp till the muscles loosened in death.”

Today, most of the major sites of this revolt are within just a few blocks of Taos Plaza. Here’s a quick walking tour of the downtown sites that bore witness to one of the defining events in Taos’ long and often bloody history. Gov. Bent House Museum, 117 Bent St.

This historic adobe was where Gov. Charles Bent, the American-appointed governor, hid with his wife and family while the mob outside called for his head. The attackers finally got hold of the governor, sticking him full of arrows and scalping him. Bent’s family and the wife of Kit Carson managed to escape through a hole they hastily dug in an adobe wall. Visitors to the museum can see the approximate location of the hole, which was re-dug by the owners. One writer who interviewed eyewitnesses days after the events wrote this: “The district attorney, Liel, was scalped alive and dragged through the streets, his relentless persecutors pricking him with lances. After hours of acute suffering, he was thrown to one side in the inclement weather. He entreated, implored them earnestly to kill him – to end his misery. A compassionate Mexican at last closed the tragic scene by shooting him. Stephen Lee, brother to the general, was killed on his own housetop.”

Padre Martínez House, 110 Padre Martínez Lane

The well-known priest Padre Antonio José Martínez tried to play the role of arbiter in the uneasy aftermath of the insurrection. He urged the rebels not to incite violence, which he knew would

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only bring a harsh response from the Americans. While the attackers were being tried by U.S. officials, Martínez asked for leniency. The padre’s home was used to quarter American soldiers sent to quell the insurrectionists. It was also the scene of the trials — deemed by many historians to be biased against the Indians and Mexicans — that ended in death sentences for all accused.

“You should have seen the poor wives of the Indians hung – heard their moans and observed their despair,” wrote another writer, an American solider, in his memoirs.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 205 Don Fernando St.

“When the concluding words ‘muerto, muerto, muerto’ — ‘dead, dead, dead’ — were pronounced by Judge Beaubien in his solemn and impressive manner, the painful stillness that reigned in the courtroom and the subdued grief manifested by a few bystanders were noticed not without an inward sympathy,” wrote a young mountain man who witnessed part of the trials. “The poor wretches sat with immovable features; but I fancied that under the assumed looks of apathetic indifference could be read the deepest anguish.”

While the bodies of the hanged Indians were taken back to Taos Pueblo to be laid to rest, the burial records for seven of these men show that they were buried in graveyard plot 6 of Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Church just west of the plaza. That church was torn down in 1911 and the location of plot 6 is unknown. Local historians believe the grave sites of these men were long ago paved over by one of the many parking lots around the building.

Taos Plaza

Several Americans killed during the revolt are buried in this cemetery, including eight mountain men attacked at a distillery north of Taos. A plaque in the cemetery identifies many of those killed in the events of 1847, honoring them for their bravery in the face of their attackers. Padre Martínez’ grave is also in this cemetery.

On Feb. 7, Pablo Montoya, a Taos Pueblo Indian accused of being one of the instigators of the violence, was the first to be hung at Taos Plaza because of his involvement in the insurrection. Over the next three months, 11 Mexicans and five Indians would meet their maker by the hangman’s noose. Contemporary

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TIna Larkin Taos Plaza Live! has become a true community event.

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PLANNING THE EVENT

More than 50 bands applied to be part of the show and only 25 will be chosen to play. “We have a commission that listens to the submissions and rates them from one to 10,” says Susan Cady, the Taos County Chamber of Commerce office manager. “We then offer the top person or band in each genre a two-hour spot, one full night for that band or person to play.” On the other nights two bands will split the bill. “We try to feature a variety of genres like country and western, rock, traditional music from Northern New Mexico, jazz and more,” says Cady. The listening commission selects the bands based on how well they perform and their availability. They chart out who is available each week and when it makes the most sense for them to play. “It’s like putting a puzzle together,” says Cady. The Chamber of Commerce has a list of volunteers who will help every week with the set up of the event and the take down afterwards, but if more people are interested in volunteering, Cady says she will be happy to talk to them.

FREE FUN FOR ALL

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of Commerce pays for its insurance and coverage. They pay musicians, too.

there may be surprise flash mobs, Zumba dances and brief performances from theater groups.

“But they cut their rates for us and do it mostly as a community service,” Cady says. “Hundreds and hundreds of people give their talent and their time to entertain Taos for free.”

“We’ve had the High Altitude Athletics young stars come out of the crowd, perform a wonderful dance and then melt back away,” says Cady. “There were kids from ages 2 to 20 and the audience was delighted to see them.”

The local business community sponsors the Chamber to produce Taos Plaza Live.

RAIN OR SHINE

“It’s through their generosity and support that we can put together the event,” she says. “Without the 30 sponsors that we have we wouldn’t be able to do Taos Plaza Live. I want to extend a big thanks to all of them.”

A VENUE FOR PROMOTION

Taos Plaza Live creates a venue for different types of promotion, mostly for nonprofit organizations. This summer, during Taos Plaza Live, Stray Hearts will do an Adopt-a-thon. Habitat for Humanity will be there to promote volunteerism for the houses they build. One of the Taos County Chamber of Commerce members, Brown and Brown Insurance, will be informing the community about the importance of having children identified with the National Child Database.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Anything can happen, says Cady. Besides music,

Summer weather tends to be nice but even if it is not, Taos Plaza Live goes on. “Last year we had great weather until one night when there was a terrible downpour right in the middle of the event, but people kept going,” Cady says. “The energy is always great, and the crowd is wonderful. Some people come week after week, like an 80-year-old lady who sits at the same spot every time.” Well over 10,000 people attend Taos Plaza Live every summer – between 800 and 1,000 every Thursday night. “The performers come with an open heart and a song in their voice to entertain them,” says Cady. “We invite the community and visitors to come and be part of this wonderful annual event.” To find out more about Taos Plaza Live and see the schedule visit taoschamber.com

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2014 MUSIC FESTIVALS & CONCERTS MAY 22 – SEPT. 4 TAOS PLAZA LIVE

Every Thursday night (6-8pm), all summer long. The Taos County Chamber of Commerce bring the best of Taos' musicians to the Taos Plaza stage. Free and kid-friendly, for full concert schedule, visit taoschamber.com or call (575) 751-8800.

MAY 31–JUNE 28

TAOS OPERA INSTITUTE FESTIVAL

Taos Opera Institute takes some of the most distinguished faculty and up-and-coming young professionals from around the country to teach and learn at Taos Ski Valley. A series of operatic and classical music concerts will take place in a variety of venues throughout Northern New Mexico. The festival season kicks off May 31 with a free performance of the Cantos de Taos at Edelweiss Lodge and Spa in Taos Ski Valley. The seventh annual TOI Gala and reception will take place June 28 at the Taos Community Auditorium. For a full schedule of events, visit taosoi.org or call (575) 740-6431.

JUNE 6 - 7

RIVER & BREWS BLUES FESTIVAL The mountain town of Red River (North of Taos) hosts its fifth annual River & Brews Blues Fest, Courtesy of the Red River Chamber of Commerce. With an open mic night kicking things off on June 6, River & Brews Blues Festival brings great music, delicious food (from local restaurants) and regional microbrews and wine to the bottom of 64

the slopes of Red River Ski Area. Visit redriverbluesfest.com or call (800) 348-6444.

SEPT. 4–6

JUNE 22–AUG. 10

Hearne’s 12th Barn Dance returns to Taos Ski Valley. A full line up has yet to be announced, but should be available later in the summer at michaelhearne. com/bigbarndance. Past years have included some of the most respected names in traditional country, americana, and folk music.

TAOS SCHOOL OF MUSIC

A record-breakin g number of applicants from talented young classical musicians promises the 52nd chamber music season of the Taos School of Music will be the best ever. Ten alumni number among 141 string players and pianists from the nation's leading music academies who auditioned in New York and Boston for the coveted 19 faculty positions. Guest Artists include the Borromeo String Quartet, the Brentano String Quartet, and for the first time, the Miro Quartet. Pianists Robert McDonald and Thomas Sauer and violinist Michael Tree will also be performing. Season details available at taosschoolofmusic.com.

AUG. 15–AUG. 31

MUSIC FROM ANGEL FIRE

Music from Angel Fire returns for its 31st summer festival with works performed by internationally renowned artists, including pianist Anne-Marie McDermott, flutist Tara Helen O'Connor, cellist Peter Wiley and violinist Ida Kavafian (celebrating her 30th season as artistic director). The festival will present 14 concerts in Angel Fire, Taos, Ratón and Las Vegas and will feature premiers by 2014 composer-in-residence Bright Sheng and 2014 young artist composer-in-residence Andrew Hsu. Visit musicfromangelfire.org or call (575) 377-3233.

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The Taos area has a number or restaurants, bars and dance venues that feature live music. Check Tempo magazine in The Taos News for weekly calendar of events, available in print or online at the taosnews.com. Here are some of the most popular venues in the Taos area. ALLEY CANTINA, 121 Teresina Lane,

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OLD MARTINA'S HALL, 4140 State Road 68, Ranchos de Taos; (575) 758-3003; oldmartinashall.com PEÑASCO THEATER COLLECTIVE, 15046

State Road 75, Peñasco; (575) 587-2726; wisefoolnewmexico.org

SABROSO RESTAURANT, 470 State Road 150, Arroyo Seco; (575) 776-3333; sabrosotaos.com SAGEBRUSH INN CANTINA, 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos; (575) 758-2254; sagebrushinn.com TAOS COMMUNITY AUDITORIUM, 145

Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos; (575) 758-0150; tcataos.org

BULL O' THE WOODS SALOON, 401 E.

Main Street, Red River; (575) 754-2593

TAOS ALE HOUSE, 401 Paseo Pueblo Norte, Taos (575) 758-5522; taosalehouse.com

CASA LOS CORDOVAS, 330A Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos; (575) 751-9600; casaloscordovas.com

TAOS MESA BREWING, 220 ABC Mesa Road, El Prado; (575) 758-1900; taosmesabrewing.com

EL MONTE SAGRADO LIVING RESORT & SPA, 317Kit Carson Road, Taos;

THE ADOBE BAR AT TAOS INN, 125 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos; (575)758-2233; taosinn.com

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04a THE RÍO GRANDE GORGE BRIDGE AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY STEVEN BUNDY

WHAT IT IS

Referred to by locals as “the gorge bridge” or “the high bridge,” this steel-deck arch bridge on U.S. 64 sits 565 feet above the Río Grande. The bridge was constructed between 1963 and 1965 and is a very popular place for visitors, with lookout decks on the sides offering amazing views of the gorge below.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“From my first visit to Taos, coming in from the northeast and being met with the spectacle of the gorge bridge, our little bit of a grand canyon; I was drawn to this high mountain valley. There is a strong energy and spirit to this bridge. Its beauty is often enhanced at dusk when whole herds of bighorn sheep ascend from the depths of the canyon to graze along the top of the mesa. Watching visitors experience this amazing sight is always entertaining. They seem to lose all sense of reality in the face of its grandeur.” –Steven Bundy, photographer, Taos

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04b THE JOHN DUNN BRIDGE AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY TINA LARKIN

WHAT IT IS

The area around the John Dunn Bridge over the Río Grande west of Arroyo Hondo is a popular recreation area that is now part of the Río Grande del Norte National Monument. The area is popular with rock climbers, hot spring enthusiasts (the Black Rock hot springs are up the gorge just a little ways past the bridge) and with those just looking to cool off in the relatively calmer portion of the river.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“A ‘wild art’ photo-request to document water recreation brought me to the historic Hondo Bridge on a hot afternoon last June. To my amazement a cluster of rafters passed under the bridge just as I was walking across it with camera in hand.” –Tina Larkin, staff photographer at The Taos News

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Heritage and history

Photo by Terry Thompson Dancers in full regalia at the Taos Pueblo Powwow.

Few places on earth can boast the heritage and history of Taos Pueblo.The history of the Pueblo goes back nearly 1,000 years. That’s right, people were living at Taos Pueblo long before Columbus discovered the New World and before Europe came out of the Dark Ages. The main part of the present buildings at the Pueblo looked much the same when the Spanish arrived in Northern New Mexico in 1540. People still live in those buildings, making it the oldest continously inhabited community in the United States. The summer and fall seasons offer unique ways to share and appreciate that history and heritage. From private rites of Pueblo members to more public (and often times more recent) Pueblo associations, like the powwow and its intricate regalia, all these events share a sense of history and tradition.

FEAST DAYS

San Antonio Feast Day takes place June 13 and offers ceremonial dances in the afternoon. The Pueblo chooses to share these celebrations with the public but one needs to remember that these ceremonies carry religious meaning for the members of the Pueblo. It’s important for visitors to behave as they would in their own place of worship.

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The San Juan Feast Day takes place June 24 and the Santiago and Santa Ana Feast Days (the patron saints of Taos) take place July 25 and 26, respectively. The feast days, which are held to honor certain saints, are a tradition that goes back to the early days of Spanish colonization. The events mix Catholic traditions with ceremonies of the Pueblo religion. According to taospueblo.com, a typical feast day includes “eating, visiting with family, friends and enjoying traditional dances that allowed to public spectators. Feast days are an integral part of Pueblo culture.” No photography is allowed at any of the feast days.

POWWOW The 2014 Taos Pueblo Powwow will take place July 11-13. Come enjoy the grand spectacular of dance, food and music as cultures from all across North America will be in attendance to celebrate their heritage and to

compete for prizes in different categories that are broken down by age group and dance style. The weekend kicks off with the grand procession on Friday night. For more information, visit taospueblopowwow.com.

SAN GERONIMO EVE VESPERS AND FEAST DAY Taos Pueblo’s San Geronimo Feast Day festivities begin on Sept. 29 with a sundown dance, followed by Vespers in San Geronimo Church. On feast day, the 30th, there are foot races and the traditional pole climb. Since the event traditionally celebrates harvest, there will be a trade fair with crafts and food for sale. Taos Pueblo is open to the public for tours and guided tours most days from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call the Taos Pueblo Tourism office at (575) 758-1028 for more information, or visit taospueblo.com.

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THE SECRET LIVES OF

Geraint Smith Coyotes are extremely territorial creatures.

We’ve heard their howls and we occasionally see them running across the road, or carrying a rodent across a pasture. But what, exactly, is the coyote really up to?

COYOTES

he coyote is widespread and ranges from Panama north through Mexico, the United States, and all but the northernmost portions of Canada. The coyote fills roughly the same ecological role in the Americas that is filled in Eurasia and Africa by the similar-sized jackals. The coyotes’ range has expanded in the wake of human civilization, and coyotes, now readily reproduce in metropolitan areas The name “coyote” is borrowed from the Mexican-Spanish word coyote, ultimately derived from the Aztec word coyotl, meaning “trickster.” The scientific name — Canis latrans — means “barking dog” in Latin. If you have ever lain awake at night and heard a pack of coyotes yelping, you know just how appropriate their name is. In the preface for “Coyote Stories,” by Mourning Dove, the author writes, “The Animal People were here first — before there were any real people. Coyote was the most important because, after he was put to work by the Spirit Chief, he did more than any of the others to make the world a good place in which to live … There were many times … when he amused himself by getting into mischief and stirring up trouble … Coyote was a great one to play tricks, sometimes he is spoken of as ‘Trick Person.’” The coyote call or “yip” are often a series of short notes. The yip is most often heard at dusk or at night, and is most common during the spring mating season and in the fall when the pups leave their families to establish new territories. The yip is a very shrill call; it is one you won’t forget.

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oyotes are omnivores, meaning they will eat mice, fruit, vegetables, insects, birds, snakes, lizards, berries and eggs. In other words, if it swims, crawls, flies, or hangs on trees, it is fair game for the coyote. Coyotes are opportunistic, versatile feeders. Part of the coyote’s success as a species is due to its dietary adaptability. Wayne Grady writes in “The World of The Coyote” that coyote dens are usually dug in sandy soil amid trees and roots and can extend many yards into the ground. Pups stay close to

COYOTES

the opening of the den during the day and are called back by the mother at feeding time or if she senses an intruder. The coyote’s “home range,” where it lives and protects itself from other coyotes, can vary from two square miles to as much as 40 square miles, depending on population density and food availability. The authors of the “Field Guide to Mammals of the Rocky Mountains” — Chris Fisher, Don Pattie and Tamara Hartson — write that coyotes look like gray, buffy or reddish-gray, mediumsized dogs. The nose is pointed and there is usually a gray patch between the eyes that contrasts with the tawny top of the snout. The bushy tail has a black tip, and when frightened, the coyote runs with its tail tucked between its hindlegs.

So what is the big secret when it comes to coyotes? It’s not that it’s such a big secret, it’s just that they are so secretive! Grady writes that even though they are without a doubt the most numerous and successful large predator in North America, seeing one in the wild is a relatively rare occurrence. To understand the role of the den site, it is important to know something about coyote territoriality — the area patrolled by a coyote (either individually or in a pack). When a strange or migrant coyote wanders into the outermost area of another coyote’s home range, it may be allowed to do so undisturbed, as long it wanders out again fairly promptly. If it begins to hunt or otherwise behave as though it were thinking of moving in, there may be some snarling and teethbaring, and the intruder will usually get the message and amble nonchalantly back into the nearest neutral zone. The outer areas of home ranges can be thought of as a sort of buffer zone between rival packs, where minor transgressions are tolerated as long as they remain minor. So it’s nothing personal. The coyote wants to keep his secrets from other coyotes as well, not just us humans.

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TAOS TO CHAMA

DISTANCE: 180 miles, 2.5 hours one-way, 5

hours round trip

Enjoy this gorgeous run along U.S. 64 west: The first seven miles takes you to the Río Grande Gorge Bridge, then onward to Tierra Amarilla, a span that stretches across the Taos Mesa to Tres Piedras. From TP, you head up and over the Tusas Mountains, to the Los Brazos overlook (a spectacular vista of the northwest plateau). Riders then plunge back down into the Chama Valley and head north on State Road 84 to Chama, the iconic Cumbres y Toltec narrow gauge rail town of the Old West with charming shopping and eating spots as the midway point of the trip. Return the same way or stay on State Road 84 south from Chama to San Juan Pueblo, just north of Española, then back to Taos on State Road 68; a nice change-up if you have the time.

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This run is good any day of the week, in almost any kind of weather because the road is fine and the stop-overs plentiful. Weather can be dicey in the mountains, however, so be prepared with rain gear and to pull off the road as conditions dictate. This scenic route includes unimpeded views of Taos Mesa on the west, majestic mining and logging sites and forests on the north and south, and expansive mountain lakes and horizons on

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the southeast, all in the shadow of New Mexico’s highest mountain, Wheeler Peak. Since it’s a circle, you can go either clockwise or counterclockwise, with due north being noon: Clockwise, head north on U.S. 64 through El Prado. Proceed north on State Road 522 through the charming hamlets of Arroyo Hondo, San Cristóbal and Questa. Turn east onto State Road 38 to Red River — a great place for a snack or a meal and just a butt-break. Continue east along State Road 38 on Bobcat Pass toward Elizabethtown, historic in name but not much for stopping, then into Eagle Nest for latte or water. Ride west out of Eagle Nest on U.S. 64, to Angel Fire (definitely worth a look or walk-about) and then up over Palo Flechado Pass and down through Taos Canyon back to the Plaza.

Pueblo and Peñasco; stay on State Road 75, south along the breathtaking ridge route down into Dixon and back to State Road 68. Fun alert: the northward turn onto State Road 68 is a great sweeping arc with its own dedicated lane — so open it up and growl up the highway along the Río Grande Gorge canyon.

TAOS TO CHIMAYO HIGH ROAD TO TAOS DISTANCE: 52 miles, 1 hour, one-way

TAOS TO DIXON PARTIAL HIGH ROAD TO TAOS

The exact same directions as the Taos-Dixon run, except before Picuris Pueblo you bear south on State Road 76 to Truchas, Trampas and Chimayo — along the official “High Road to Taos.” You can either return the same way or proceed through Chimayo to State Road 68 and follow the Río Grande north back up to Taos. Be sure to stop at the Pílar Yacht Club halfway and say hello to Rico Salazar and his friendly staff (located opposite the BLM Visitors Center on State Road 68).

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TAOS TO LAS VEGAS

DISTANCE: 26.5 miles, 33 minutes one-way, 1.25

Head south on State Road 68 from Taos Plaza to the Talpa/Ranchos de Taos intersection of state roads 68 and 518. Bear east on State Road 518 to Talpa and climb 10 miles up U.S. Hill through the dense Carson National Forest (the U.S. Hill pullout is worth the effort, either on the way up or back). Continue south to State Road 75 (see the Rock Wall landmark) and turn right, going west/southwest through the beautiful Peñasco valley towns of Vadito, Picuris

DISTANCE: 77 miles, 1 hour 45 minutes one-way or 3.5 hours round trip

Head east on State Road 518 toward Talpa and meander the eastern meadows, mountains and foothills toward the original capital of New Mexico, Las Vegas, where Teddy Roosevelt gathered local Rough Riders in the Las Vegas Plaza. This is a truly fascinating area that deserves at least annual visits to take in all the history.

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Put your homeownership goals in experienced hands Contact me today! Melissa J. Naylor 575-751-4208 1210 Salazar Rd Unit I Bldg 3 Taos, NM 87571 melissa.naylor@wellsfargo.com www.wfhm.com/melissa-naylor NMLSR ID 424842

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11 WAYS TO LOVE A TAOS SUMMER RULE NO. 1 FOR MAKING THE MOST OF TAOS IS TYPICALLY: “Get outside.” That said, some folks need directions a little more specific. To that end, we’ve compiled “11 Ways to Love a Taos Summer” with recommendations, suggestions and demands (yes, demands) on how to get out there and make the most of these beautiful surroundings. For some people, a gentle hike will suffice, while for others something more challenging is required, whether it be rock climbing or mountain biking. You want to be a spectator? How about a ride in a hot-air balloon, or some wildlife viewing? For others among us, the only path to sanity is to cast a fly into the river. It’s all here, in The Taos News Summer Visitors Guide.

CAMPING PAGE 86

ROCK CLIMBING PAGE 98

HIKING PAGE 88

FISHING PAGE 100

RAFTING PAGE 90

HORSEBACK RIDING & LLAMA TREKKING

MOUNTAIN BIKING

BALLOONING PAGE 96

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WILDLIFE PAGE 110

SUMMER CAMP PAGE 112

OJO CALIENTE PAGE 114

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mountain biking

adrenaline is only a few pedal strokes away By Cody Olivas

or some people, mountain biking is a yearround sport in Taos. Trails like the West Rim of the Río Grande are rideable almost any day of the year. In the spring, higher-elevation trails begin opening up and the sport begins to ramp up for summer. Mountain biking thrives in the summer. Once the snow melts, hundreds of miles of trails appear in the local mountains that surround Taos. Singletrack trails are everywhere. Your abilty, and your bike, will determine what you’re able to ride. There are trails, however, that are perfect for everybody – from newbies to professional downhill mountain bikers. Rookies, or people riding hard tails (bikes with no rear suspension), can handle the cross-country trails to the west of town. Full-suspension bikes are best for the the more traditional mountain bike trails, which feature an hour or two of

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climbing to reach long, thrilling descents. Then, for people wanting to ride Angel Fire’s Bike Park, downhill bikes with 200-millimeters of travel are the optimal choice. Local shops, like Gearing Up and Taos Cyclery, offer a wealth of knowledge and can point you in the direction of a trail that’s right for you. They also feature huge selections of maps and any piece of gear that you might need on the trail. A few trails, however, stick out from the rest. The Southboundary trail, which links Angel Fire and Taos, is arguably the most popular ride in the area. With a shuttle to the trailhead, people can ride downhill through lush vegetation for almost 30 miles between the two towns. The Angel Fire Bike Park’s trail system is a world-class destination, and has added some easier trails over the last few years to cater to more riders. With 60 miles of downhill trails,

the bike park was recently named No. 1 in the Southwest by readers of MTBParks.com, and one of the top-5 bike parks in North America by Liftopia. It has also hosted some of the biggest events in the sport, including Red Bull Dreamline, USA Cycling’s downhill national championships in 2013 and the collegiate national championships in 2012. This summer, Taos Ski Valley will also debut lift-accessed mountain biking. TSV will feature one of the only lift-accessed beginner areas. It will also have an intermediate, 3.6-mile trail accessible from Lift 1 called The Berminator. Across the road, there are more trails at Northside at Taos Ski Valley. You have to pedal up some tough climbs to get there, but reaching the high-alpine is a reward in itself. Plus, it’s all downhill back to your car. One thing is for sure no matter where you ride: adrenaline is only a few pedal strokes away.

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ROCK CLIMBING GO VERTICAL ON TAOS CLIFFS By Jay Foley

t is becoming a well-known fact that summers in Taos rival the area’s world-renowned winter ski season for outdoor adventure. Taos County contains stunning climbing cliffs of all shapes and sizes, including enough varied terrain to keep beginners or experts satisfied for a lifetime of visits. There are dozens of unique locations to enjoy technical climbing near Taos, including the spectacular Río Grande del Norte National Monument. With its miles of vertical cliffs and hundreds of classic rock climbs; it encompasses a major portion of the 242,555 acres recently designated as a National Monument. Also, the Sangre de Cristo Mountains house soaring granite monoliths, as well as cozy little cliffs, nestled in the forest, surrounded by mountains, streams and cool temperatures.

The best 5.13-grade expert terrain is found at the newly discovered Lions Den, located high above Red River. The best beginner and intermediate climbing is found in Tres Piedras and Comales Canyon. The best areas for setting up top ropes are Dead Cholla and Amole Canyon. And you can find great bouldering near Questa Dome, Rinconada, and the National Monument’s Vista Verde Trail. There is no better place than Northern New Mexico to enjoy rock climbing in a natural, dramatic setting while admiring the beauty of this unique area and fully experiencing the spirit of Taos. Jay Foley is a Taos rock climbing pioneer, the proprietor of Mountain Skills guided rock climbing and the author of “Taos Rock” (Sharp End Publishing).

FIVE POPULAR CLIMBING LOCATIONS IN TAOS:

01. Tres Piedras, where you will find spectacular granite domes minutes from the car. 02. Comales Canyon, which features quality bolted sport climbs as well as moderate traditional routes 03. El Rito, with its fun gymnastic climbing on big cobbles and incut pockets. 04. Questa Dome, with adventure climbing on a near 1,000-foot granite dome in a wilderness setting. 05. The Río Grande del Norte National Monument, with its exposed basalt cliffs and dramatic views.

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FYI

For guided trips, climbing lessons or to purhase “Taos Rock,” contact Mountain Skills at (575) 776-2222 or visit climbtaos.com. Check out the website’s “New Route Info” sidebar for directions and descriptions of Taos’ newest routes.

Sir Chris Bonnington climbing in Tres Piedras. Photo by Geraint Smith for Taos Mountain Film Festival.

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FISHING THE RÍO GRANDE OFFERS UNIQUE CHALLENGES TO ANGLERS By Nick Streit

y father moved to Taos to become a mountain man but as bad timing would have it, arrived in the late ’60s and had to be a hippie instead. Yet he found time to hunt and fish in what is now the Río Grande del Norte National Monument and the table fare his efforts provided where a hit with fellow hippies, most of which were broke and had not yet mastered the art of “living off the land.” Since 1980, my family has been making a living taking folks fishing on the Río Grande and its tributaries. And so it is easy to understand how I came to spend my childhood chasing trout and other critters in the canyon. There is roughly 60 miles of river in the Monument, allowing my father and I a lifetime’s worth of opportunity to explore new stretches of the river. To this day there are still places deep in the gorge that we have not waded, many of them guarded by the daunting cliffs of the canyon. Maybe it’s because of this that the Río Grande continues to be my favorite river to fish. My career as a fly fishing guide has already given me the opportunity to fish all over the world — from Alaska to Argentina I have stalked trout in some of the planets finest streams. But the Río Grande still tops my list. Maybe it’s the robust wild trout that fight so hard they can leave the most seasoned anglers bruised, bloodied and winded as they attempt to keep up as their quarry leaps trough class 4 and 5 rapids. Maybe it’s the solitude of the canyon, a place where you share the river with otters, bighorn sheep, bobcats, and eagles — not other fishermen.

And there is no guarantee that the fish will be on the bite once you schlep yourself and your gear down there. The Río Grande is not a tail-water, meaning its flows are not controlled by a dam and water conditions can change rapidly. But is that not why we started fly fishing in the fist place? For the challenge of it all? The pursuit of a worthy adversary? In no other place does this ring as true as the Río Grande del Norte. Catching a trout on a fly there is an accomplishment, something to be proud of. If it was easy, it would be called bait fishing. 100

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Photo by Tina Larkin

Or it may be the challenge of it all. The Río Grande is no easy river. Forget the lawn chairs and the coolers of beer, this is expert-only terrain. Anglers must negotiate rocks the size of smart cars as they wade up and down the river. And did I mention the hike? To date there are no escalators to deliver you from your vehicle down to the water 800 feet below (though it’s the hike back up our clients complain about.)

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HORSEBACK RIDING & LLAMA TREKKING

WITH THE HELP OF YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS HORSEBACK RIDES TAOS SKI VALLEY

BIG AL AND CREW take you on an adventure through

Taos Ski Valley that offers much more than riding a horse. Big Al’s Cowboy Camp offers flame-cooked snacks, dinners and breakfasts. Choose from a threehour adventure with a 15-course snack, a three-hour ride with a chuck wagon dinner, or an overnight adventure with dinner and breakfast. (575) 7516051; bigaltsv.com RÍO GRANDE STABLES offers a variety of different horseback riding options, from one-hour trips to full-day trips (some with lunch included). The stables open May 27 and close Labor Day weekend. Trip options include one-hour, two-hour, three-hour, halfday and full-day, all into the wilderness surrounding Taos Ski Valley. Trips start at 9 a.m and are offered until sundown. (888) 259-8267; lajitasstables.com

ANGEL FIRE

ROADRUNNER TOURS offers tours from Angel Fire with horseback trips and wagon rides, including “breakfast and dinner” rides, Gold Panning rides, Family Overnight Trips, Wilderness Camp Trips and more. (575) 377-6416; rtours.com

RED RIVER

RED RIVER STABLES has trails open for all level of

riders. One-hour trips are offered several times a day and new two- and four-hour tours of Red River Ski

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Area are also available. Rides are also available on the Goose Creek and Middle Fork Lake Trails and to Wheeler Peak. Reservations are recommended. (575) 754- 1700; redriverstables.com BOBCAT PASS ADVENTURES offers trail rides daily with options to take a one-hour, two-hour or threehour trip. Bobcat also offers an all-day ride into the Valle Vidal for advanced riders, with lunch provided. Bobcat Pass Adventures also offers ATV and Kawasaki T-Rex tours daily. In addition, on most Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Bobcat Pass hosts Cowboy Evenings, featuring Dutch-oven cooking and live entertainment. Reservations required. (575) 7542769; bobcatpass.com

SOMETHING DIFFERENT IN TAOS WILD EARTH LLAMA ADVENTURES offers llama treks

through the Sangre de Cristo mountains and over the Río Grande Gorge. Llamas serve as your guide and bell hop, carrying your gear so you can enjoy the beautiful hike. Llama excursions vary by amount of time you want to spend on a hike. Wild Earth offers a “Take a Llama to Lunch” day hike, an overnight packed trip, a three-day/two-night trip, a four-day/ three-night trip, and for five-day/four-night llamafilled adventure. There are also special rates for kids. (575) 758-5262; llamaadventures.com

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MICHAEL MARTIN MURPHEY RETURNS TO TAOS!

Saturday . May 31, 2014 8pm - 9:30pm at Taos Mesa Brewing

TICKETS: $100 - VIP (limited to 50 tickets) includes front-row seating, gourmet steak dinner, private meet & greet before the show, signed & personalized CD album and poster $50 - Seated Area (limited to 150 tickets) includes signed CD and poster $30 - Standing Room Only (300 tickets) To purchase tickets call 1-800-838-3006 or visit www.mmmtaos.com

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summer camp

Fun For kids in the enchanted circle

etting out and enjoying nature is probably the first choice for kids when visiting the Taos area, but there are also options for summer camps and youth activities throughout the Enchanted Circle.

fly fishing, antler hunts, hiking and general outdoor safety, all in various environs, including El Valle Vidal and Valle Escondido, among others. Visit taoshuntingco.com call (575) 770-4190 for camp dates and information.

The Taos Youth and Family Center is always a good place to start your quest for summer fun, offering swimming lessons, a skate park, rollerblading and much more. Visit taosyouth.com for more information.

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summer camps Field institute oF taos (Fit) May 27 – August 15 FIT Neighborhood Camp is a professional, drop-in day camp experience at Quail Ridge Taos. Fun and supervised daily activities include swimming, arts and crafts, tennis, and other sports, group games, field trips and more. Ages 5-12. Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. fitaos.org – neighborhoodcamp@gmail.com; (505) 417-1469 FIT summer camps (established in 1996) get youth outdoors exploring local ecosystems through fun, inspiring, educational adventures. In the mountains of Taos Ski Valley and beyond, FIT actively connects youth with nature. Ages 6 and up, with scholarships available. June 2-Aug. 15. For schedule and more information, visit fitaos. org – info@fitaos.org; (575) 770-2391.

taos Hunting company Taos Hunting Company summer day camps teach students to love and respect the outdoors. Activities include archery,

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June 9 - Aug. 8 Camp Angel Fire is a recreational day camp for kids 5 (who have been to kindergarten) through 12 years, at the Angel Fire Community Center. Mondays - Fridays, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., either daily or season-long. Camp Angel Fire fills up quickly, so book in advance to secure a spot, even though walk-ins are welcome if there is room. Activities offered include tennis, mountain biking, hiking, rope courses, arts and crafts, cooking and more. angelfirefun.com

red river Fun

Red River kid stuff includes, but is not limited to: Mike’s Fun Place features a climbing wall, Pepe the Bull, Bungee jumping, the Hammer, Scooters, scoot cars, and new bumper cars. (575) 754-1713 The Red River Community House offers classes, programs and summer activities too numerous to mention. Visit redrivercommunityhouse.org for a full schedule of summer time activities. Black Mountain Lodge and Playhouse has offered youth something to do since 1948, with a roller skating rink, billiards, pool, video arcade games, indoor and outdoor putt-putt golf, ping pong, darts, foosball and air hockey. blackmountainlodgeriver.com

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OJO CALIENTE SOAK UP NEW IMPROVEMENTS AND ENCHANCEMENTS AT OJO CALIENTE

Courtesy Photos The new mud area at Ojo Caliente promises to be available year-round, weather-permitting.

jo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa has had a busy winter. With a goal of improving the experience for guests, while honoring the facility’s essence, charm and history — with an ongoing ideal of stewardship for sustainability — Ojo Caliente continues to make improvements to the facility, including these recent changes:

NEW LADIES’ SPA CHANGING AREA October 2013 The new ladies’ spa changing area is located in the Historic Bathhouse and is available to all women who purchase a spa treatment. The new area includes 74 new lockers, four showers and features Ojo Signature Hair and Body Care amenities. Spa lockers include a robe and large bath towel for guests to use during a visit.

NEW MUD AREA September 2013

Ojo’s avid Mud Pool enthusiasts will now be able to enjoy this indulgence year-round, weather permitting. The mud that is pumped into a stone vessel for guests to slather all over themselves is now being heated. The area also features three new outdoor showers and the new mud area’s location will receive more sun exposure throughout the 114

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year, allowing Ojo’s blend of clay (once applied to the skin) to dry better with natural radiant heat.

EXPANDED MEN’S LOCKER ROOM April 2013 The Men’s Locker Room in the Main Bathhouse now includes a larger changing area and an additional 48 new lockers for a total of 82 lockers (of which, 34 of these are outfitted with Ojo robes and large bath towels for guests who purchase a spa treatment to use during their visit). The Men’s Locker Room also now features Ojo Signature Hair and Body Care amenities.

CREATION OF A NEW LITHIA POOL Expected completion Fall 2014 Ojo Caliente’s historic Lithia Pump stopped functioning in 2011. By popular demand, Ojo will be

converting the existing Mud Pool into a Lithia Pool enhanced with patio ramadas, additional hammocks and expanded seating.

RV PARK IMPROVEMENTS FIRST PHASE Expected completion Summer 2014

RV and camping guests will benefit from a new shower and toilet facility in the RV Park.

ABOUT OJO CALIENTE MINERAL SPRINGS RESORT & SPA Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs is one of the oldest natural health resorts in the United States. Opened in 1868, and celebrating its 146th year, Ojo Caliente is the only hot springs in the world with four unique, sulfur-free healing mineral waters including iron, arsenic, soda and lithia. For more information, visit ojospa.com.

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Food & Drink: A taste of Taos

iving creatures must eat and drink to survive, and lucky for us, humans tend to do both things in style. And for those of us who truly relish our dining opportunities, Taos has plenty to offer. From fine dining to food stands, cocktail lounges to microbreweries, the entire Enchanted Circle is a paradise for culinary enthusiasts, beer lovers and vinophiles. Taos has particularly embraced the local-vorism movement, with many local restaurants using as many local ingredients whenever possible. Andrew Oxford takes readers on the culinary journey on page 118, as he traces the path from farm to table for a popular local dish. Jim Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell looks into the name origins of locally made beers, wines and liquors on page 126 and Elizabeth Cleary takes us around town to find the perfect cocktail (page 136). No visit to Taos is complete without hitting several local establishments. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the only way to truly acquire a taste of Taos. â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Andy Jones, special sections editor

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05a THE TAOS FARMERS MARKET AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY TINA LARKIN

WHAT IT IS

The Taos Farmers Market offers farmdirect groceries from eight Northern New Mexico counties and Costilla County, Colo. This year’s season begins May 10 and runs through Oct. 25. The Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday in the Taos Town Hall parking lot on Camino de Placitas.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“Over the past five years as a staff photographer at The Taos News I have been known to drop in at the Taos Farmers Market to take a few pictures for Tempo magazine’s On The Scene page. I love documenting the interaction between people while they are on their culinary shopping missions. The Taos Farmers Market offers a unique atmosphere unlike any other public event that I cover; persons of all ages, kids and pets weave through a smorgasbord of color, shape and texture.” –Tina Larkin, staff phtographer for The Taos News

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SOPYN’S FRUIT STAND IN RINCONADA AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY CHIP SIMONS

WHAT IT IS

An old-school fruit stand (of which there are several between Santa Fe and Taos), Sopyn’s sells apples, chiles and corn, among other in-season treats. The proprietor, Anna Sopyn also reportedly makes wonderful decorations from dried chile and corn. Sopyn’s is in Rinconada, off State Road 68, just north of the Blue Heron Brewing Brewing Co.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“The fruit market is just a great place for fresh fruit and the lady there is always really cool. There really are not many stands like this in New Mexico.” –Chip Simons, photographer, Albuquerque

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TAOS MESA BREWING

20 ABC Mesa Road, El Prado taosmesabrewing.com; (575) 758-1900 Jayson Wylie, one of the founders and the head brewer at Taos Mesa Brewing aims to have his beers as iconic as Taos. “We live here because we love this place,” he says. “We want to represent this place with our beers.” The Hopper IPA has its perhaps obvious birth from the actor Dennis Hopper and the Whitefeather IPA is named for the run up in Taos Ski Valley. The best-selling beer is the Three Peaks IPA named for the Tres Orejas to the southwest of the brewery. The Wheeler Peak Wheat? Well that is obvious. “Our Rainy Day IPA was created on a rainy day,” says Wylie. “And when does a rainy day ever happen around here anymore? We had to commemorate that!” Continues on page 126

Jim O'Donnell Taos Mesa Brewing features 9-12 distinct beers on draught at all times. They rotate seasonable and speciality beers into the mix along with samples of other regional craft beers.Taos Mesa Brewing produces their beers in an all grain infusion mash brew house located on site.

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A Full Service Grocery Store & Liquor Department Located in the Cruz Alta Plaza - 710A Paseo Del Pueblo Sur

6AM-11PM • 575-758-1250 Sav-on Pharmacy • 575-758-1203

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CIMARRÓN CANYON AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY GERAINT SMITH

WHAT IT IS

Most people are familiar with Cimarrón Canyon for the stretch of U.S. 64 that winds through the narrow area along the Cimarrón River east of Eagle Nest. The canyon is also home to Cimarrón Canyon State Park, a forested area with interesting geology and nice camping spots. The park is also the center of the Colin Neblett Wildlife Management Area, and the home of the Palisades Sill, a fine-grained porphyritic dacite sill, which forms spectacular cliffs in the canyon.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL “Palisades Sill is a spectacular geological formation in the eastern section of Cimarron Canyon State Park between Eagle Nest and Cimarrón. Vertical canyon walls, the crystal clear Cimarrón River, with trout fishing and wildlife; bears, mule deer, raptors, wild turkey and a variety of birds, makes for a great day trip and some wonderful photo opportunities.” –Geraint Smith, photographer, Taos

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Taos’ Favorite is Back! Casa de Valdez Restaurant is back after 10 years and is proud to continue serving our famous Hickory Smoked Barbecue, the finest Steaks, and Northern New Mexican Food.

Full Service Bar Famous House Margaritas House Made Wine Coolers

Casa de Valdez

The Famous A-frame 2.5 miles South of the Plaza

1401 Paseo del Pueblo Sur • 575.758.8777

Celebrate!

A Timeless Tradition for 50 Years! Join us as we celebrate Rancho de Chimayó Restaurante — bringing the authentic flavors of Chimayó to New Mexico and beyond for 50 years!

Join us June 21, 2014 as we Kick-off our

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SANTUARIO DE CHIMAYÓ CHURCH

AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY TERRY THOMPSON

WHAT IT IS

The compound at Santuario de Chimayó, maintained by the Sons of the Holy Family, contains two buildings of historical significance. El Santuario itself, a shrine built on the site of what many believe to be a miracle associated with the crucifix of Nuestro Señor de Esquipulas (Our Lord of Esquipulas) and El Pocito, the small pit of Holy Dirt, which many people believe has remarkable healing powers. The Chimayó church is also the destination for many pilgrimages, especially during the Lenten season. Visit elsantuariodechimayo.us for more information.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“The Santuario de Chimayó Church, more than 200 years old, is a popular pilgrimage destination. The 17th century town is filled with history and Old World charm that is rare to find these days. It’s a magical place that is hard to ignore.” – Terry Thompson, photographer, Taos

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SAN FRANCISCO DE ASÍS MISSION CHURCH AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY HARVEY LLOYD

WHAT IT IS

A National Historic Landmark, the church was built between 1772 and 1816. Ranchos de Taos residents re-mud the building every June and due to its unique architecture (a blend of native and Spanish styles) and superb preservation, San Francisco de Asís is one of the most photographed (and most painted) buildings in the country. The building also continunes to serve as an active parish in the Sante Fe Diocese and hosts regular Masses and festivals. It is open year-round to visitors.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“My challenge and passion is to, in the painter Dubuffet’s words, ‘reinvent the world every day.’ The monumental architecture and elegant simplicity of the exterior this small church lies hidden until you rediscover it, and display its grandeur in a fresh, new way. I keenly wanted to see it anew, as though it had never been seen. The art of photography is the art of seeing with total innocence.” – Harvey Lloyd, photographer, Santa Fe

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ADOBE & PINES INN HISTORIC BED & BREAKFAST

Fireplaces • Whirlpools • Three Course Breakfast • Spa Services Private Hot Tubs • Entrances • Baths ‘12 Award of Excellence –TripAdvisor “Best of Southwest”–BedandBreakfast.com 575-751-0947 • 855-828-7872 • www.adobepines.com

DREAMCATCHER BED & BREAKFAST

Our Taos Bed and Breakfast Inn sits nestled in a serene, wooded area just a 10 minute walk from Historic Taos Plaza which is the center of our lovely town. Feast on our European breakfasts. Taos is your perfect year-round destination. 416 La Lomita Rd. • 888-758-0613 • www.dreambb.com.

LA POSADA DE TAOS BED & BREAKFAST... A PLACE LIKE NO OTHER! La Posada de Taos is a historic adobe inn just two blocks from the Taos Plaza. As the first B&B in Taos, La Posada is unique among the town’s small Inns. The home has stayed true to its roots as a Pueblo-style Hacienda. The six guest rooms are each decorated in a style true to Taos & original artwork adorns the walls throughout the home. 309 Juanita Lane, Taos 800-645-4803 www.laposadadetaos.com

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CASA BENAVIDES

Luxury downtown Historic Inn 3/4 block from Plaza. Fireplaces, AC, wireless internet in lobby, extensive art collection, patios, balconies, hot tubs, heated jet tubs, KILLER BREAKFAST and lovely afternoon tea & desserts. Voted Best B&B in Taos 2014 137 Kit Carson Rd. • 800-552-1772 • www.taos-casabenavides.com E US’ S IN TH IC INN T N A ROM MOST DAY TOP 10 USA TO E H T F ‘ONE O

TOUCHSTONE INN SPA & GALLERY

Secluded in-town with exquisite views - the perfect place for your event or personal getaway. “The Place to Stay in Taos” - USA Today. www.touchstoneinn.com • 575-779-8712 or 575-758-0192

HACIENDA DEL SOL

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Cocktails} TOASTING THE TAOS WAY

Mix it up with a local beverage Photos by Elliott Martin From left to right, Lucas Motsinger, assistant general manager at The Gorge Bar and Grill, makes one of their popular drinks, the Moscow Mule; Rik Bowman, general manager at Martyrs Steakhouse, uses a Ra Chand juicer to squeeze a grapefruit for a fresh squeezed grapefruit margarita. To maintain their 1920’s atmosphere, all juicing is done by hand; and the Coco Playa at Old Martina’s Hall.

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ADOBE BAR AT THE HISTORIC TAOS INN

MARTYRS STEAKHOUSE

OLD MARTINA’S HALL

The Adobe Bar, located within The Historic Taos Inn, prides itself on being “The Living Room of Taos.” Soaking up the live music and dramatic architecture of this Taos landmark just wouldn’t be complete without one of the bar’s famous margaritas. Holly Suazo, the assistant food and beverage manager at the inn, said that of the bar’s 10-plus options, the most popular on the margarita menu is the Inn’s “cowboy buddha” margarita. This refreshing choice combines Herradura silver tequila, cointreau and lime juice, and is a great option for those who prefer a less sweet margarita, as it uses no sweet and sour mix.

This old-timey steakhouse has 1920s flair with Prohibition-Era cocktails to match. In keeping with the old-fashioned theme, there is no blender behind the bar, with bartenders opting instead to crush ice by hand. During the summer, the restaurant’s most popular drink is its grapefruit margarita. It’s so popular, in fact, that during the warmer months the bartenders’ main focus often becomes fresh-squeezing all of the limes and grapefruits that go into each cocktail. In addition to the lime, grapefruit juice and tequila, the margarita is topped with elderflower liqueur and blood orange puree, which, general manager Rik Bowman says, is what “makes it special.”

Old Martina’s Hall, a happenin’ dance hall turned restaurant and bar, is oozing with Taos history and ambiance. The folks down at Old Martina’s are ready for the warm weather with a cocktail they rolled out just in time for spring called the “coco playa.” Martina’s is licensed to serve only beer and wine, but by using their collection of wine-based spirits, the bartenders behind the “Aroma Bar” don’t let this hinder their creativity. The coco playa is a tropical mix of wine-based rum, pineapple juice and coconut water. Sugar goes around the rim of the glass and coconut shavings top off the drink.

125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos taosinn.com; (575) 758-2233

Suazo said that for spring, the inn is unveiling a new cocktail menu that features many of the old-fashioned “classic” cocktails and New Mexico-made spirits.

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146 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos martyrs-steakhouse.com; (575) 751-3020

During happy hour, Martyr’s offers $2 off cocktails and a menu of discounted food specials.

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The Aroma Bar also serves up sangria made to order and a cucumber jalapeno margarita that bartender Brook Wishard says is fast becoming one of the bar’s most popular drinks.

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AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY BOB GROOS

WHAT IT IS

Fawn Lakes, and Fawn Lakes campground can be found on State Road 38 between Questa and Red River. The recently refurbished camp site features 22 tent and trailer sites and two small stocked ponds among spruce and ponderosa pine. The lakes are near several other campgrounds, including Elephant Rock.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“Having moved to New Mexico from Southern California, I am always amazed at the number of beautiful, aquatic recreational areas I discover in New Mexico. Taoseños, in particular, are blessed to have, at their doorstep, stunning riparian areas for hiking, birding, and fishing. I’m attracted to water like a hummingbird is to the nectar of a feeder, and took this photo at Fawn Lakes while stretching my legs during an afternoon drive along the Enchanted Circle.” –Bob Groos, photographer, Albuquerque

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08b LATIR LAKES AND RÍO COSTILLA PARK AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY DESIREE MANVILLE

WHAT IT IS

Latir Lakes are a series of natural alpine lakes in the Río Costilla Park, a privately owned recreational area that offers camping, ATV tours, trout fishing in the lakes and Costilla Creek and guided hunting excursions. The lakes lie just below Latir Peak itself and the Park shares a boundary with the Latir Peak Wilderness.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“The Latir Lakes are not easy to get to but so worth the effort. Going there takes me back to my childhood when my father would take us to these incredible fishing holes in the Colorado mountains where, because I didn’t fish, I would wander around and just look. Now days I take my pole and my camera and wander around looking and occasionally catching that beautiful trout.” –Desiree Manivlle, photographer, Taos

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RÍO GRANDE DEL NORTE NATIONAL MONUMENT

PICTURED: UTE MOUNTAIN FROM WILD RIVERS RECREATION AREA, AND A LIGHTNING STORM IN THE RGDN AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY JIM O’DONNELL

WHAT IT IS

Established on March 25, 2013 by Presidential Proclamation, Río Grande del Norte National Monument includes approximately 242,500 acres of public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management. The monument follows the gorge of the Río Grande from the Colorado state line southward to the Orilla Verde Recreation Area near Pílar. The rugged Taos Plateau, west of the river in northern Taos County, is also part of the monument. Visit blm.gov/nm/ riograndedelnorte or call the BLM’s Taos Field Office at (575) 758-8851

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“The first time I came to the landscape that is our new national monument I was a little kid. We came for the fishing and the ancient Native American petroglyphs. Over the years I kept coming back for the wildness of it all. There are not many massive chunks of wilderness landscape left and we have one right here. The wideopen views and the snow-capped peaks as a back drop can at once lift my heart and set my mind at ease.” –Jim O’Donnell, freelance writer and conservation photographer, Taos

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THE HIGH ROAD TO TAOS AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY LESLEY S. KING

WHAT IT IS

The High Road to Taos Scenic Byway is one of the most beautiful stretches of road in the state, running through the historic villages of Chimayo, Córdova, Truchas, Las Trampas, Peñasco, Placita and finally Talpa. Running alongside the magnificent peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, there are plenty of detours and scenery to make a day of it. For a complete route description, visit newmexico.org/high-roadto-taos-trail/.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL “The High Road from Santa Fe to Taos is special to me because it holds the heartbeat of this state. With its hoodoos, hidden creeks and Hispanic and Pueblo villages set against the blue Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the route always offers surprises — a sparkly purple lowrider, a chapel tucked into a backyard, or a patch of sunflowers.” –Lesley S. King, photographer and author, Santa Fe

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This is retirement. There are no rules.

Terry Thompson A crowd of diners enjoy their meals at Sugar Nymphs Bistro.

SUGAR NYMPHS BISTRO

Also located in the theatre building is Sugar Nymphs Bistro. Over the past 13 years, Sugar Nymphs has built the reputation as a culinary institution. Leaning on relationships with local farmers, chefs Kai Harper and Ki Holste prepare a seasonal menu weekly that consists of food comprised of contemporary recipes and local flavors. Homemade pastries include organic carrot cake old-fashioned chocolate layer cake, cookies, chocolate maple pecan pie, fruit crisps and glutenfree desserts. And on any given day lunch consists of specials like steak quesadillas, goat cheese salad, shrimp jambalya, crispy crab cakes with chipotle mayonnaise or pulled pork sandwiches with house-made barbecue sauce. Of

course they always have a green chile cheeseburger, a perquisite for any restaurant along the High Road. The dinner menu offers organic salads, house-made soup, green chile Alfredo with shrimp or grilled chicken, pork tenderloin with chipotle cream, grilled lamb chops, the farm plate – which is the chef’s inspiration with whatever local produce is delivered that day – and chicken mole. Sunday brunch is a popular meal, with complimentary scones and more. Sugar Nymphs is open seven days a week in the summer months and has a reduced schedule in the winter. Call ahead at (575) 587-0311 for hours or visit the restaurant’s Facebook page or website, sugarnymphsbistro.com, for more information.

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A GOOD THING IN A SMALL PACKAGE Geraint Smith State Road 150 as it winds through Arroyo Seco.

n typical Taos County fashion, the village of Arroyo Seco packs more than its share of dining and shopping options into a tiny town. An unincorporated community (there are probably less than 30 houses in the village itself) the term Seco applies to a more vast area, mainly comprising the 87514 ZIP code. But it’s the tiny stretch of State Road 150 where most of the action occurs, from shopping to dining to gearing up for a big hike, Arroyo Seco is a surprisingly busy little town. Here are some of the summer highlights for life in Seco. FOURTH OF JULY PARADE

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various livestock are all included in the parade, which starts at noon each year. The Hondo-Seco Fire Department truck usually offers a respite from the mid-day heat in the form of a good oldfashioned spray down. To avoid heavy traffic, come early and stay late.

SHOPPING AND DINING

A PLACE TO STAY

Pottery, contemporary art, fine art photography and folk art can all be found on “main street” Arroyo Seco. A visitor might be surprised to find the right gift for a loved one, a used oak dresser or the latest in women’s fashions.

PROXIMITY TO ALL THE GOOD STUFF

For such a quaint village, Arroyo Seco has an impressive number of galleries, and boutique shops, all within easy walking distance. An afternoon can easily be be spent searching for gifts and finding the right piece of art to take home.

After all that shopping, you can choose from a handful of local eateries, including green chile connoisseurs Abe’s Cantaina, farm-to-table advocates Aceq, ice cream legends Taos Cow and fine-dining establishment Sabroso.

Want to stay in Arroyo Seco longer than a day? The village also has quality lodging accommodations, including the quirky downtown hostel known as the Abominable Snowmansion. There are also a number of vacation home rentals in the area and bed and breakfasts, such as Salsa del Salta and Cottonwood Inn Bed & Breakfast.

Up State Road 150 is Taos Ski Valley, with numerous options for outdoor recreation. In the other direction is Taos. Arroyo Seco is a great base to explore all that Taos County has to offer. For a complete rundown on the village, check out visitseco.com.

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EL SALTO FALLS

AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY KEVIN REBHOLTZ

WHAT IT IS

A series of waterfalls on El Salto Creek above Arroyo Seco. The falls are all on private land so it is important to respect the rules. Permits are $4 a person and can be obtained at a blue house on the left as you ascend the road east of Arroyo Seco. There is a large sign in front of the house. As Doug Scott, author of “Taos Waterfalls” writes, “Stop and GET A PERMIT. These folks own a piece of beautiful New Mexico and they are kind enough to share it with us. Pay the small fee, obey their rules and do not trash the place, and enjoy the falls.”

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“I guess the reason this is my favorite place is because it represents in many ways a certain wildness that is truly unique to Taos. Sheer cliffs, dramatic waterfalls and a continual ‘off the beaten track’ feel make for an adventurous outdoor experience. Even getting the ‘permit’ necessary to explore the area makes for a nice dose of Taos local color, since you have to obtain this from the house of the local mayordomo via a little fee box and handwritten ‘permit’ honor system.” –Kevin Rebholtz, photographer, Arroyo Seco

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ARROYO SECO FOURTH OF JULY PARADE AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY GAK STONN

WHAT IT IS

The most colorful celebration of American Independence in Northern New Mexico. Not for early bird revelers, the Seco parade starts at noon. For more information, visitseco.com.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

“Arroyo Seco is the perfect host to a parade that rivals the best times in the state. The parade is a Rubik’s Cube; part circus, part multi-cultural museum, and all Northern New Mexico flair. There are painted horses, bridled street performers, food being lofted, live music served hot, dancers and performers galore … and best of all you wouldn’t know a thing was going to happen if you arrived at 9 a.m. and wouldn’t have known anything had happened if you strolled in after 3 p.m., but between those two times is a massive array of stunning excitement for the entire family. And like the finest dream, you blink and it’s gone.” –Gak Stonn, photographer, Taos

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EMBRACING THE CHANGES Continued on page 154

ver since the announcement came last winter that billionaire conservationist Louis Bacon was purchasing Taos Ski Valley from the Blake family, whose patriarch Ernie Blake founded the resort, big things have been coming down the pike at TSV. The Ski Valley is still a great place to cool down during the summer months and TSV is offering more reasons to travel up State Road 150 than just alpine hiking. LIFT-ACCESSED BIKING

Starting June 28, Taos Ski Valley will offer lift access to The Berminator, TSV’s first mountain bike flow trail. The Berminator is a 3.6-mile intermediate flow trail featuring “sick” berm turns and optional top jumps, step downs, step ups, hip jumps and rock drops. For those not quite ready for the challenges of The Berminator, TSV also offers the lift-accessed Pioneer’s Bike Park, which encourages progression and skill building as guests navigate beginner and intermediate flow trails, as well as the uphill/ downhill gateway across the trail.

Bike season passes are available now and winter season passholders will receive discounts on mountain biking at TSV. The mountain is also offering mountain bike rentals at Taos Ski and Boot, located at the base of Chair #1; children’s and adult sizes are available.

SUMMER SCENERY

Take advantage of one of the area’s easiest and most relaxing ways to escape the heat and enjoy the mountain scenery with scenic chairlift rides, which will begin on May 24. Take in amazing views, blue skies and clear mountain air while riding the chairlift. At the top, experience unobstructed views of Wheeler Peak, West Basin Ridge and abundant wildflowers. While there are no facilities at the top of the lift, several picnic tables offer a great spot to bring your sack lunch. Hours of operation and rates are available at skitaos.org.

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It’s cool at 9,207 feet New beginner and intermediate mountain bike trails now open Chairlift rides with magnificent views of the Southern Rockies Hike the popular trail to Wheeler Peak, highest point in NM Free “Saturday Summer Music Series” at the base area stage Family-friendly events throughout the summer Green chile cheeseburger and delicious margaritas await you after your day of adventure Wake up surrounded by nature in a luxurious condo Enjoy our locally-owned boutique lodging for a memorable alpine experience

stay & play in beautiful taos ski valley! Lodging Specials • Activities & Events • Shops & Restaurants Visit taosskivalley.com or skitaos.org

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DISC GOLF

TSV’s disc golf course design is set to challenge beginners and experts, with 18 holes to test distance and finesse. The course begins at the base of Chair #5 and spreads from the Rueglli beginner lift to the exit of the ski run North American, before returning players to the base area. This year, the course has new tee boxes and throwing pads.

NORTHSIDE AT TAOS SKI VALLEY

Northside is a year-round fee-based recreation area on 1,200 acres of private alpine wilderness, with a signed and mapped, looped trail system. Northside offers miles of mountain bike single-track and double-track trails, in addition to some of the Ski Valley’s most beautiful hiking trails. Call (575) 776-3233 or visit ridenorthside.com for more information.

SUMMER MUSIC SERIES

From May 24 through Aug. 30, on every Saturday afternoon from 3 to 6 p.m., TSV will host free live music, with volleyball courts, a bouncy castle and kiddie play area. Acts already scheduled at press time include Boris and the Salt Licks, Tiffany Christopher, Carter Sampson, Cody Jasper, The Gleewood Band and Vanilla Rawk. Visit skitoas.org for a complete schedule.

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Gak Stonn Taos Ski Valley as see from Gold Hill in the Columbine-Hondo Wilderness Study Area.

DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT

Just because the huge ski crowds aren’t around in the summer, that doesn’t mean that everyone boards up and goes to Tahiti. On the contrary, the dining and night life options are plentiful in the Ski Valley during the summer. You can still enjoy an Optimator on the patio of the Bavarian or enjoy live music at the Martini Tree Bar, or a burger at Stray Dog Cantina. And you can still take part in a great meal at establishments such as the Hondo Restaurant or Hotel St. Bernard. For a complete list of options, visit taosskivalley.com.

FULL MOON HIKES

Each month, the mayor of Taos Ski Valley leads a free moonlight hike to Williams Lake. The hike is two miles each way and moderate. The hike takes a few hours so guests 12 and over are recommended. To see a full schedule, visit taosskivalley.com. Hikers meet at the parking lot on Twining Road near the Bavarian Lodge.

MEN AT WORK

As part of ongoing renovations to the base area at Taos Ski Valley, construction fences will be part of the permanent scenery at Taos Ski Valley, as many of the older buildings at TSV are razed and replaced. Additionally, the resort will be upgrading infrastructure

and leveling “the moat,” a gap between the base of Lift #1 and the face of the base area building. TSV officials have said that safety amid the projects will be a primary concern and that traffic circulation will always be maintained so emergency vehicles can properly respond. The work this summer is only the first steps in a long-range plan. “The strategy is to be doing something every year for the next 10 years,” TSV vice president Chris Stagg was recently quoted as saying in The Taos News.

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WILLIAMS LAKE AS PHOTOGRAPHED BY GERAINT SMITH

WHAT IT IS

Williams Lake is an alpine lake nestled in the area between Taos Ski Valley and Wheeler Peak in the Wheeler Peak Wilderness of Carson National Forest. The hike to the lake is popular with locals and visitors. Columbines can be found growing during the summer time near the lake.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL “On an afternoon hike, in mid-June, to Williams Lake the columbine were growing out of every rock crevice. The state flower of Colorado resembled groups of extended family showing up for a summer gathering creating a purple hued wilderness.” –Geraint Smith, photographer, Taos

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TAOS SKI VALLEY

LODGING

Offering condos, suites, hotel rooms, and Chalets at a range of prices, Taos Luxury Property Rentals has something for everyone looking for lodging in Taos Ski Valley, the heart of the Wheeler Peak Wilderness Area. Ask about packages including white water rafting, rock climbing, ballooning, and guided fishing excursions.

The Edelweiss Lodge & Spa offers hotel rooms

condos in the heart of Taos Ski Valley with all the amenities.

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The Powderhorn Suites & Condominiums has family friendly hotel rooms, suites, and condos available in the Taos Ski Valley base area.

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offer luxury 3 bedroom Chalets at the base of hiking trails to Wheeler Peak and Williams Lake. Next to the famous Bavarian Restaurant.

With cool weather, unequaled hiking and biking opportunities, and easy access to the summer playground of Taos, Taos Ski Valley is an ideal place to base your summer getaway in northern New Mexico.

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COOL SUMMER FUN Jack Affleck/Courtesy Angel Fire Resort Below: A mountain biker looks at the camera at Angel Fire’s Bike Park.

ngel Fire Resort is known near and far as a great place to cool down in the summer. And while you’re at it, there’s no shortage of fun events and activities at the resort. NO. 1 BIKE PARK IN THE SOUTHWEST

Recently awarded No. 1 Bike Park in the Southwest by readers of MTBParks.com in Decline Magazine and No. 5 Bike Park in a North American by Liftopia, the Angel Fire Bike Park is continuing its efforts to offer the best, most authentic trails to riders this season. While the Angel Fire Bike Park has solidified its reputation with expert riders by hosting a series of races and events, including the 2013 Red Bull Dreamline event last August, the park’s goal this season is to engage more beginners and intermediates to the sport. For the novice and intermediate riders, the Angel Fire Bike Park will continue to rework the trails so beginners will have a safe and controlled environment to learn the sport, improve basic skills and fine-tune the right technique for difficult sections. A full span

of instructors is also on hand for one-on-one skills training and advice. The Angel Fire Bike Park also boasts one of the longest seasons in the Rockies with all trails open from May 16 to mid October. For more information, including a schedule of events, visit angelfirebikepark.com.

AT THE COUNTRY CLUB

Angel Fire Resort Golf & Country Club offers a fullservice golf shop, on-staff PGA pro, meeting spaces, fitness center and an upscale bar and fine-dining establishment, Elements. The golf course, with new cart paths and an expanded range this summer, offers a highaltitude challenge, with holes winding through spruce and aspen and rolling fairways, streams and challenging bunkers.

DISC GOLF

For those other golfers, Angel Fire features an 18-hole disc golf course that utilizes the resort’s ski area. Golf is free if you have your own discs, but lift tickets must be purchased to access the chairlift. Course maps and scorecards available in the base-area ticket office, or they can be downloaded at angelfireresort. com/summer/ mountain/summit-disc-golf

RIDE THE ZIPLINE

Starting in mid-June, Angel Fire Resort Zipline Adventure Tour is an adventure that starts at 10,600 feet. The two- to threehour tour puts guests safely in the air with trained guides. Zip lines vary from 120 to 1,600 feet in length. Visit angelfireresort. com/summer/mountain/zipline for more information.

RIDE THE LIFT

Ride the lift up and hike down for a gentler alpine adventure. The top of the mountain is a great place for a picnic and the views of the Moreno Valley are breathtaking. The chairlift will begin running on May 16 and continue through early October. Call the resort at (800) 6337463 in advance because the lift doesn’t always run on weekdays, and is always weather permitting.

BASE ACTIVITIES

From May 16 through October, a slew of activities will be offered for children at the base of the ski area, including a climbing wall and a bounce house. There will also be a Eurobungy, which is a combo trampoline-pulley that hoists you and three others into the air to flip, fly and jump yourself silly. Tickets for all the activities can be purchased in the base area.

TENNIS

Located at Olympic Park just south of the Lodge at Angel Fire Resort on Highway 434, the Angel Fire Resort Tennis Center includes six hard courts for use by Resort members, guests and visitors to the Moreno Valley. The Tennis Center is open to the public May 1 through Oct. 31, from 8 a.m. To 6 p.m. Children clinics are free for ages 10 and younger. Clinics, lessons, tournaments and weekly play are all available and start in June. For complete and up-to-date information about Angel Fire Resort, visit angelfireresort.com.

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ANGEL FIRE BIKE PARK CALENDAR OF EVENTS Angel Fire Bike Park will host a series of day races. Every other Saturday starting June 28, riders will be able to do a single-course trail race at the end of the day. Riders will register day-of and will compete for bragging rights and free beer at the end of the day. As the site of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup, NORBA Nationals, USA Cycling Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championships, Red Bull Dreamline and part of the PRO GRT calendar, the Angel Fire Bike Park will host a series of events this summer season as well. MAY 16-18: OPENING WEEKEND BASH AND BETI ALLRIDE CLINIC

Join Angel Fire Bike Park for an early start to the 2014 bike season, as well as, a series of clinics from the renowned Beti AllRide Series.

JUNE 7-8: OSO HIGH MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE

Come out and race an Oso High Omnium Cross Country; consisting of a standard cross country, hill climb and short-track cross-country. JUNE 7: NEW MEXICO ENDURO CUP

Angel Fire will host one of the nation’s most unique and largest Enduro races, the New Mexico Enduro Cup, sponsored by Mountain Top Cycling. Enduro combines cross-country athleticism with downhill technique, with one day out-of-bounds and one day in bounds. Negotiating timed stages, mountain bikers will race their way through an action-packed weekend and a plethora of courses to be crowned Enduro champion. JUNE 11-13 & JUNE 14-16: PROFESSIONAL MOUNTAIN BIKE LEVEL 1 INSTRUCTOR COURSE

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cross country and bike park (DH) environments. JUNE 14-17: PROFESSIONAL MOUNTAIN BIKE LEVEL 2 INSTRUCTOR COURSE

The PMBI Level 2 course is designed to follow on from the Level 1 courses and train instructors how to teach and develop the skills of intermediate to advanced riders. The Level 2 course is only available in a bike park (DH) environment. JUNE 20-22: USA CYCLING GRAVITY MOUNTAIN BIKE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

Angel Fire Bike Park hosts the USA Cycling Gravity Mountain Bike National Championships. Events will include downhill and dual slalom racing along with festivities in between. AUG. 30-SEP. 1: ANGEL FIRE'S SECOND ANNUAL GRAVITY GAMES AND BREWFEST

The fun continues with a “whipoff” and long jump, racing, a

movie premiere, craft beers and prizes. All season pass holders will be entitled to free entry to the Gravity Games & Brewfest. SEP. 6-7: NEW MEXICO ENDURO CUP & BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL MOUNTAIN BIKING RACES

This action-packed weekend will include multiple Enduro courses and the UNM Back to School Special Races.

SEP. 12-14: PROFESSIONAL MOUNTAIN BIKE LEVEL 1 INSTRUCTOR COURSE

The PMBI Level 1 course trains instructors how to skillfully teach and guide beginner to intermediate riders. OCT. 11-12: CLOSING WEEKEND

Come out and finish off another amazing season of mountain biking with one last shred fest! To schedule your reservation or for more information about The Angel Fire Bike Park, including the full schedule of events and registration go to for angelfirebikepark.com or angelfireresort.com.

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RED RIVER

WHERE SOMETHING’S ALWAYS HAPPENING

ed River is another small town in the Enchanted Circle with more than its fair share of entertainment options, thrills, great food and fun events.

Summer time in Red River is an especially exciting time, as people from all over the country come to the high-altitude village to get away from the heat. Just walking the shop-lined streets can fill up a day. Here are some other exciting summer activities: SCENERY, MUSIC (AND BRUNCH) ON TOP

Summer Scenic Chairlift rides re-open for the weekends starting May 24, and will be available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through June 13, when lift service will run daily. Strap your bike on the Platinum chair, put on your hiking shoes or bring your gear for a game of disc golf, or just ride a round trip and check out the scenery. Beginning June 14, Red River Ski Area will be offering a live music series titled Music on Top, with performances every Saturday, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The performances will take 162

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place at The Tip restaurant deck, at the top of the mountain (take the Platinum chair lift up). Then, in July, the Ski Area will host Brunch at the Tip, on Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, visit redriverskiarea.com.

TUBING

From June 13 to Aug. 16, visitors to Red River can fly down the mountain at Red River Ski Area’s tubing areas. Ride the Little Blue Surface Lift to enjoy the 400-foot Baby Blue Hill. Riders must be 4 years old or older (there is a free mini-lane for riders under 4). Or ride the “longest summer

Terry Thompson Hundreds of motorcycles can be found in Red River during the Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally.

tubing lanes in the country on Gold Rush Hill, serviced by the Gold Chairlift. Gold Rush Hill offers 800 feet of excitement (must be 7 years of age or older). Summer tubing is available on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends (weather permitting).

SLING THE DISC

At the top of the mountain is an 18-hole disc golf course, with holes that wander through aspens and open up to beautiful views of the Sangre de Cristo Moutains. Bring your own discs or rent from the staff at the pro-shop, which is located at the Tip Restaurant at the top of the Platinum Chair.

and dining options, but there is also opportunity galore to work off some of those calories. The Red River Nature Trail starts in town beside the Platinum Lift and goes two miles along the Red River to Goose Lake Road. The trail includes interpretive signs along the way to help you learn more about the wildlife and plants around the area. Redriver. org has a complete list of hiking trails in the Red River area.

FESTIVAL CITY

Red River is also host to numerous festivals, fairs and other popular events, including the Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally, the River & Brews Blues Fest (June 6-8), Fine Art & Wine You can also hike or bike to the Festival (June 13-15), Fourth top of the mountain. The Sunny of July Parade and Celebration, Side course suits introductory the Buckaroo Ball (Aug. 7), Hot level disc golfers, while the Chili Days, Cool Mountain Cracker Jack offers Championship Nights (Aug. 14-16), Aspencade Pro Style challenges. Take part in Arts & Crafts Fair (Sep. 26-28) the Drew Judycki Memorial Disc and Oktoberfest (Oct. 10Golf Tournament the weekend of 12). And these are just the big Sep. 28-29. events! There’s always something happening in Red River. Visit HOOF IT redriver.org for a full calendar of Red River offers great shopping events.

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A GATEWAY TO ADVENTURE

estled between the Carson National Forest and Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, the village of Questa is all about the outdoors. The Questa area boasts stunning hiking trails, dramatic campsites, serene mountain lakes, and pretty drives for the less adventurous.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act, and Questa is uniquelylocated to celebrate this landmark conservation bill that lies at the heart of how we think of our great outdoors. This tiny, historic village is completely surrounded by one (or more) of every forestry entity there is, it seems, from National Forest to the Bureau of Land Management, to a National

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Monument and Designated Wilderness areas. Area artists and various landmanagement groups are collaborating on projects that will run through this summer and into 2015. These range from a wilderness-themed art show to be held at Ocho art and event space in Questa, in July, to events at the Río Grande del Norte National Monument, and an online “residency” for thinkers,

Geraint Smith The Village of Questa celebrates Memorial Day Weekend with a tribute to veterans in the center of town.

from the unknown local to the well-known national, to share what the wilderness means to them. “Wilderness Thinkers in Residence” is spearheaded by Claire Coté, and LEAP (Land, Experience and Art of Place”), a dynamic multi-faceted organization that spearheads workshops, art shows and events in the Taos and Questa areas. — A half-hour north of Taos, Questa is one in a long string of small, historic villages scattered up the Río Grande from what is now Mexico into southern Colorado. Questa’s thick-walled adobe church has stood at the center of this traditional community since the mid-1800s and gave the village its original name of San Antonio del Rio Colorado.

“Questa” was an Anglo attempt at simplification but became an official misspelling of the Spanish “cuesta,” referring to the ridge where the old church plaza was built. This historic structure suffered major damage several years ago and is undergoing painstaking reconstruction. The ongoing project has become a source of pride as community members have taken on most of the volunteer work themselves. Questa today is renowned for the beautiful scenery surrounding the village. It offers trails into the Río Grande Gorge, trout fishing and mountain lakes with trails that can access the highest reaches of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. There are llama-guide and fishing outfitters nearby, and many choices for your own mountain biking and horseback excursions.

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SKI RESORT OFFERS FREE FAMILY FUN DURING SUMMER By Stacey Glaser Courtesy Photos Below: The Alpine Course at Sipapu offers disc golf fun for everyone. Bottom left: The Río Pueblo, which flows right through the heart of Sipapu, offers anglers solitude and an abundance of trout.

ipapu Ski and Summer Resort boasts the longest ski season in New Mexico but the summer months bring their own bragging rights at this family-friendly destination in Taos County. Just 20 miles southeast of the town of Taos on State Road 518, Sipapu transforms during the summer months to offer visitors affordable, adventurous and family-friendly activities: TROUT FISHING

The alpine course, which was named one of the most scenic courses in the country by Disc Golf Digest, offers sweeping views and dramatic features, including incredible elevation changes, creative routes, river crossings, towering trees and fairways filled with wildflowers.

DISC GOLF

During the summer, ongoing disc golf events take place at the course, including disc golf tournaments and random disc golf doubles on Thursday evenings at 5 p.m. This year, some of the best disc golfers in New Mexico will compete in the New Mexico State Doubles Championships on Sept. 12-14.

Sipapu offers exceptional trout fishing in its stocked fishing pond and on the Río Pueblo, which flows right through the heart of the resort. A New Mexico fishing license is required and may be purchased at Sipapu’s general store, which also sells fishing supplies. Sipapu’s 20-basket disc golf course is spectacular, secluded and free to play. Everyone – seasoned veterans, weekend warriors or newbies – will be challenged and inspired.

OFF-ROADING

The over 300 mile mountain trails that surround this small resort make Sipapu a mecca for off-road enthusiasts. Every year during the first weekend of June, the New Mexico Trials Association organizes the annual Sipapu Trials Event, which draws up to 100 riders in everything from junior to expert divisions. The New Mexico Off Highway Vehicle Association (NMOHVA) will also bring back its annual “Vintage Sipapu” rides May 31-June 1, and the Mountain West

Vintage Trials Association will host an event Aug. 30-31.

MOTORCYCLE RALLIES AND PIT STOPS

Every year during the weekend after Labor Day, BMW motorcyclists mark their annual pilgrimage to Sipapu for the Bavarian Mountain Weekend BMW Motorcycle Rally. The event includes live music, day rides, door prizes and BMW motorcycle sales. Sipapu’s outdoor patio restaurant, Paradise Riverside Bar and Grill, delivers an ideal pit stop for motorcyclists. Located on the banks of the Río Pueblo, the cantina features a New Mexicaninspired menu, a full bar and a lush, rustic atmosphere.

CAMPING AND HIKING

In addition to offering more than 40 slope-side lodging units, Sipapu has a handful of RV sites and tent sites for those who prefer sleeping under the

stars. The slopes provide ample opportunities for hikers to explore. Sipapu’s trails are wellmarked, and several National Forest trails are available a short drive away.

MUSIC FESTIVAL

For the last two years, hundreds of visitors and artists have descended upon the mountain for Music on the Rocks, an all-day music festival featuring local and regional musicians, artists and those that love live music in a stunning outdoor venue. This year’s event happens in September and the lineup of musicians will be announced this summer at SipapuNM.com.

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Sipapu hosts several events for artists throughout the summer. Several painting workshops include three separate series by professional watercolor artist Lynn McLain.

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JUNE 16-AUG. 31 –

JUNE 28-29 –

BINGO in the park Each Monday through Saturday, from 6 to 8 p.m. All ages welcome. $15 per packet (10 games) – pull tabs. On dates that the pavilion in Brandenburg Park is reserved, Bingo will be held elsewhere. Call the Red River Chamber of Commerce at 575-754-2366 ext 1 for more information.

Habla Tamale Festival A festival will be all about tamales, featuring prizes for tamale cooking competitions in both commercial and individual categories. There will be tamale eating contests, tamale teaching techniques, family tradition booths, kids zones, music, dancing, craft and food vendors and more. At the Angel Fire Resort. Angelfireresort.com

JUNE 19 – Plaza Live! with Muddy Mountain Orchestra and Blue Reys Taos Plaza Live, featuring Muddy Mountain Orchestra at 6 p.m. and Blue Reys at 7 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com

JUNE 20 – USA Cycling Gravity Games National Championship races in downhill mountain biking at Angel Fire Resort. Angelfirebikepark.com

JUNE 21 – The Gleewood Band at TSV Taos Ski Valley’s free Saturday music series continues with The Gleewood Band from 3 to 6 p.m. Call the TSV chamber at (575) 776-1413. gleewood. bandcamp.com

JUNE 26 – Taos Plaza Live! with The Bad Boys and 44th Army Band Taos Plaza Live, featuring The Bad Boys at 6 p.m. and the 44thArmy Band at 7 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com

JUNE 28 – Bike Park Opening Festivities at TSV Lift access biking comes to Taos Ski Valley. The band Vanilla Rawk will help kick things off. Call (575) 776-2291, ext. 2252.

JULY JULY 3 – Plaza Live! with Dickie Cordova y La Pleve and Stash Taos Plaza Live, featuring Dickie Cordova y La Pleve at 6 p.m. and Stash at 7 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com

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village’s Birthday in small town fashion. Parade, rubber duck race, fun games and live music. Kids can ride the firetruck. Parade starts at 2 p.m.; music and events follow the parade. Free. Brent Berry y Tambien will perform from 3-6 p.m. Taosskivalley.com

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AUG. 7 –

Fiestas De Taos Feast Day celebration of Taos’ patron saints, Santiago and Santa Ana, featuring food, music, vendors, parades, dancers and more. At Taos Plaza. Fiestasdetaos.com

Arroyo Seco Parade You never know what you will see at the annual Arroyo Seco Independence Day parade - festivities begin at noon in Arroyo Seco. Visitseco.com

Taos Plaza Live! with Big Swing Theory Taos Plaza Live, featuring Big Swing Theory from 6 to 8 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com

Red River Valley Buckaroo Ball An evening of barbecue, live music, dancing and silent and live auctions to benefit the Red River Community Fund. Wear your Western attire for a night of food, festivities, and fundraising. $35 per person or $300 per table of 8, at the Red River conference center from 5 to 8 p.m. redriver.org/buckarooball

JULY 5-6 – Quilt Show The Taos High Country Quilt/ NeedleCraft Guild will host a Quilt Show at the Stables Gallery on Paseo del Pueblo Norte, on Civic Plaza Drive, next to the Kit Carson Park from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Call at (575) 741-6430

32nd Annual High Country Arts and Crafts Festival Come one, come all to the juried fine arts and craft fair in Eagle Nest, featuring live music and youth exhibits. At the Enchanted Eagle Park in Eagle Nest. Eaglenestchamber.org

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JULY 12 – Moon Hike Enjoy a guided 2.5-mile hiking tour to Williams Lake. Meet at the hiker parking on Twining Road at 7:30 p.m.; free.

JULY 12 – Sixth annual Toast of Taos Wine Festival & Golf Tournament At the Taos Country Club with game prizes, and wine. 9 a.m.–2 p.m.; toastoftaos.com

Moon Hike Enjoy a guided 2.5-mile hiking tour to Williams Lake. Meet at the hiker parking on Twining Road at 7:30 p.m.; free.

AUG. 14 – Taos Plaza Live! with Don Conoscenti Band and the Jennifer Peterson Band Taos Plaza Live, featuring the Don Conoscenti Band at 6 p.m. and the Jennifer Peterson Band at 7 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com Hot Chili Days, Cool Mountains Nights Larry Joe Taylor’s “Hot Chili Days, Cool Mountain Nights” Music Festival & Cook-off. At music venues throughout town. Cook-off at Brandenburg Park on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. larryjoetaylor.com/ red_river.htm

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Taos Plaza Live! with Last to Know Taos Plaza Live, featuring Last to Know from 6 to 8 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com Taos Pueblo Powwow Taos Pueblo is famous for its powwow. Competitions for American Indian dances, arts and crafts, food and music. Events begin Friday evening with a grand procession. Join Taos Pueblo as they dance, sing, and share the beauty of their ancestral home. At the Taos Pueblo Buffalo Grounds. Taospueblopowwow.com

TSV Fourth of July Celebration Come celebrate Independence Day and the

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Michael Martin Murphey’s Rocking 3M Chuckwagon supper A chuck wagon brisket supper and music from Michael Martin Murphey under the stars in an outdoor amphitheater on (mostly) Thursdays and Saturdays during July and August. Tickets: $48. Tickets and information: michaelmartinmurphey.com 73rd annual Fourth of July parade and picnic in the park In Red River at Brandenburg Park. Parade, live music, children’s actives, candy, family fun and events. Redriver.org

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AUG. 15 – – Taos Plaza Live! with Julian Lucero Band and The Dwayne Ortega Band Taos Plaza Live, featuring Julian Lucero Band at 6 p.m. and the Dwayne Ortega Band at 7 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com

AUGUST AUG. 7 – Taos Plaza Live! with Kim and the Caballeros Taos Plaza Live, featuring Kim and the Caballeros from 6 to 8 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com

Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert at the Angel Fire Community Center at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

AUG. 16 – Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert at the Taos Center for the Arts at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

AUG. 17 – Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents Angel Fire Closer Encounters open rehearsal at Angel Fire Community Center at 2 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

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Plaza Live! with the Time Machine Band and Kathy & the Cruisers Taos Plaza Live, featuring Time Machine Band at 6 p.m. and Kathy & the Cruisers at 7 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com

Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert at the Angel Fire Community Center at 2 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

Music on the Rocks Music Festival Sipapu will host the fifth annual Music on the Rocks festival, a two-day event featuring some of the best local and regional artists, along with a beer garden, artists booths and food and beverages. For a complete lineup, visit sipapunm.com

Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert at the Angel Fire Community Center at 2 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

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AUG. 15 – Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a free community concert at the Shuler Theater in Ratón at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

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Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a free family and youth concert at the Taos Center for the Arts at 10 a.m. musicfromangelfire.org

AUG. 27 – Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert at the Taos Center for the Arts at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

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Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert at the Shuler Theater in Ratón at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a free family and youth concert at the Eagle Nest Elementary/ Middle School at 10 a.m. musicfromangelfire.org

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Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents Angel Fire Closer Encounters open rehearsal at Angel Fire Community Center at 1 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

AUG. 20 – Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert at the Angel Fire Community Center at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

AUG. 21 – Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert at the Ilfeld Auditorium in Las Vegas at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org 194

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Plaza Live! with Katie P & the Business Taos Plaza Live, featuring Katie P & the Business from 6 to 8 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com

AUG. 29 – Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert – “Musical Conversations II” – at the United Church of Angel Fire at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

AUG. 30 – Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert at the Taos Center for the Arts at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

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Michael Hearne’s Big Barn Dance Michael Hearne’s annual music festival returns for more two-stepping action over three days at Taos Ski Valley. Michaelhearne.com

SEPT. 5-6 – Weekend BMW Motorcycle Rally Hosted by the Land of Enchantment BMW Riders, this rally is considered one of the finest BMW motorcycle rallies in the west. Registration is required. For more information, call (575) 587-2240.

SEPT. 8 – Full Moon Hike Enjoy a guided 2.5-mile hiking tour to Williams Lake. Meet at the hiker parking on Twining Road at 7:30 p.m.; free.

SEPT. 26-28 – Aspencade Arts & Crafts Festival Browse through booths of hand-crafted items while you enjoy delicious food, live entertainment, and the crisp air and changing colors of fall in Red River at Brandenburg Park and the Red River Conference Center, starts at 9 a.m. each day. Redriveraspencade.com

SEPT. 27 – Third annual Drew Judycki Memorial Disc Golf Tournament A two-day PDGA sanctioned tournament atop the Red River Ski Area. Register online at redriver.org/discgolf

SEPT. 30 – Taos Pueblo San Geronimo Day Experience this centuries-old trading event and shop for authentic American Indian arts and crafts, includes the ceremonial pole climbing (No cameras). Traditional races start at dawn and pole climbing is at 4 p.m., at the Taos Pueblo Plaza. Taospueblo.com

OCTOBER OCT. 10-12 – Oktoberfest in Red River Authentic German food and music, arts and crafts vendors, microbreweries and wineries, entertaining games and contests. Plus food vendors and family friendly activities. Get your commemorative taster mug or pint glass when you get to the park. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Red River’s Brandenburg park. Redriveroktoberfest.com

SEPT. 26-OCT. 5 – Taos Fall Arts Festival One of the most prestigious shows of the year celebrates its 40th anniversary. The Taos Fall Arts Festival includes a juried exhibition, open show, miniatures, and Distinguished

SEPT. 12-14 – New Mexico State Doubles Disc Golf Championships The biggest disc golf tournament in the state. Tournament takes place at the Sipapu disc golf course – mixed doubles will be offered. No registration available on the day of the tournament. Sipapunm.com

SEPT. 13 – Oktoberfest at TSV Chairlift rides and free fun for the entire family, with live music (including an oompah band), a bouncy house for the kids and traditional Bavarian food and beer. taosskivalley.com

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Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert at the Angel Fire Community Center at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org Music from Angel Fire Music from Angel Fire presents a mainstage concert – with “Musical Conversations” – at the United Church of Angel Fire at 7 p.m. musicfromangelfire.org

SEPT. 4 – Plaza Live! with Dakota Romero (with K Bolan) and the Songstresses of Taos Taos Plaza Live, featuring Dakota Romero (with K Bolan) at 6 p.m. and the Songstresses of Taos at 7 p.m., at Taos Plaza. Taoschamber.com

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Achievement Awards at six venues throughout the Taos historic district. taosfallarts.com

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