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by Ron Arnold | Washington Examiner Water Wars: Texas v. New Mexico by Tiffany Dowling, Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist Agricultural Law Texas A & M Agrilife Extensions Service 2014 New Mexico Council of Guides and Outfitters Directory Landowners help Game and Fish Capture Poachers Program Recognizes Private Landowners’ Role In Mule Deer Restoration Efforts

by Stewart Liley, Big Game Program Manager, Wildlife Management Division, New Mexico Department of Game & Fish Stewardship & Partnership: The Keys To Abundant Wildlife by Caren Cowan Joint Stockmen’s Convention Highlights Impacting the Beef Business with Selection Indexes

by Dr. Jim Gibb, American Gelbvieh Association Executive Director Gelbvieh Breeders Recognized for Selecting for Maternal Efficiency in Cow Herd Sterling Decker Update by Curtis Fort

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N.M. Cattle Growers’ Association President’s Letter by Rex Wilson, President N.M. Federal Lands Council News by Frank DuBois N.M. CowBelles Jingle Jangle Farm Bureau Minute – Chad Smith Hired as CEO View from the Backside by Barry Denton News Update New Mexico’s Old Time & Old Timers by Don Bullis In Memoriam NMBC Bullhorn Scatterin’ The Drive by Curtis Fort To The Point by Caren Cowan Cowboy Heroes by Jim Olson On The Edge of Common Sense by Baxter Black New Mexico Livestock Board Update Real Estate Guide Market Place Seedstock Guide Ad Index

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“Winter Elk” by Kaye York depicts the rich wildlife resources the West offers. Western landscapes are the setting for most of Kaye’s paintings which include working cowboys and horses. To see more of Kaye’s work, visit her on Facebook at “Kaye York Gallery” or her website www.kayeyork.com. Kaye and her husband enjoy the western way of life at their home in Cambridge, Idaho.

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irst of all, I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and a New Years’ that inspired a sense of renewal and the promise of future blessings.

As we start this year my wish is that we focus on the challenges that lie ahead with renewed vigor. This year of 2014 marks our 100th anniversary as an association. An association dedicated to sustaining our industry for the long haul, in both large and small ways; from fighting for legislation that ensures the longevity of our economic well being, to the kinship that we share at the gatherings where we exchange information and even the frequent external annoyances that remind us the world is no longer rural centric.

On that note, the thirty-day legislative session is merely more than a week away, and as happens annually, we are sure to face challenges both old and new. Pat Boone, our PresidentElect, and our incomparable staffers, are ready to inform legislators on the issues that impact our industry and do the utmost to protect our means of providing food for this country while benefitting our state, both culturally and economically.

Please join us in Santa Fe if the opportunity arises. We will certainly be keeping you up to speed on emerging issues and would appreciate your help, even if it’s from home. It takes everyone to make a difference. As you know, agricultural awareness at the roundhouse is very minimal and it is our job to educate the policy makers so that they are able to make fully informed decisions.

In the meantime, may we all be blessed with more moisture, bringing the promise of green pastures, fat cows and healthy calves. And the renewal of our efforts to grow agriculture, as we start our second hundred years as an association.

Hasta pronto,

José J. Varela López

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Lack of science literacy helps global warmists spread their gospel

by RON ARNOLD, WASHINGTON EXAMINER

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ould it make any difference to the public whether the climate gurus in the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change are right or wrong about dangerous human-caused global warming if only a weak minority of Americans knew what carbon dioxide is? Or what the carbon in their carbon footprint is? Or that their own body is built with carbonbased molecules? Or what a molecule is?

Answer: No. That “if” is the real state of science literacy in the United States, according to nearly two decades of National Academy of Sciences studies.

Most of us don’t know any of those things, nor does most of the world, for that matter, says an Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development 2008 survey.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change can say anything it wants because only a literate minority is listening, much of which is listening with its attitudes and emotions and really, really wants catastrophic global warming to happen, as a number of IPCC scientists admit of themselves in private.

If the IPCC believers sound a bit like excitement-starved teenagers, that might be explained by the fact that literacy studies tend to focus on “what is learned by the time a student graduates from high school,” when learning contains fewer chemistry and physics courses than it does raging hormones and dominance fights.

College graduates aren’t much better.

Universities seem to indoctrinate more than educate, which probably helps whip up educated ignorance into the brand of fear marketed by IPCC scientists.

The United States National Center for Education Statistics tells us that “scientific literacy is the knowledge and understanding of scientific concepts and processes required for personal decision

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We’re not inundated with that. Popular culture has no clue or care what scientists say anyway, and pop types probably think that IPCC is a new street drug. Climate fear certainly rates lower on the popular panic scale than would Kanye West leaving Kim Kardashian for Miley “Wrecking Ball” Cyrus because of Kim’s new facelift.

You can argue endlessly about the content of IPCC reports – what’s fact and what’s not – and IPCC denizens will keep on saying what the paymaster wants, because they’re human too, and need the personal income, the career advancement, and public recognition.

So, quarreling over “content” is pointless. “Context” is what’s important – the vast organizational structure with its selfserving rules and snooty hierarchy that shapes the IPCC and determines what content it produces.

Most importantly, IPCC science isn’t scientific. It is based upon consensus, a non-scientific process from decision-making theory. That’s politics.

Also, IPCC findings depend largely on computer models, which are notoriously wobbly. GIGO applies – the 1963 hacker acronym for “garbage in, garbage out.”

The IPCC first turned GIGO into “garbage in, gospel out,” then after some experience, “gospel in, gospel out.” That’s delusional.

IPCC scientists defend their gospel with envenomed fangs, for they have inserted into their computer models the longsought Finagle’s variable constant, that number which, when added to, subtracted from, multiplied by or divided by the Wrong Answer, gives the Right Answer.

That’s supernatural.

Not only is climate gospel protected by the god Finagle, but it also has a free pass from the power of his mad prophet, Murphy, whose law says, “Anything that can go wrong, will—at the worst possible moment,” thus assuring us of IPCC gospel infallibility.

You may recognize by now that this is humor, a heresy unknown among IPCC believers.

Now, in contravention of all glum political correctness, I sincerely wish you and yours a glorious, joyous, Merry Christmas!

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The column this month covers the lump of coal served up to southern NM ranchers by our two U.S. Senators and some change in scenery on the Cibola hen compared to NM Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich, former Senator Jeff Bingaman was a moderate on legislative designations to limit public access to federal lands and do harm to the NM ranching community.

Over the years Bingaman introduced several bills that would have designated 360,000 acres of Wilderness and National Conservation Areas in Doña Ana County.

Now comes Udall and Heinrich with a bill to designate almost 500,000 acres as either Wilderness or a National Monument.

Here’s what our two U.S. Senators had to say about their Christmas present to the federal lands ranchers, hunters and other users of these lands.

“Designating a national monument would put the Organ Mountains and other spectacular areas of Doña Ana County on recreation maps around the world, attracting tourists to Southern New Mexico, creating jobs and bringing in millions of dollars in tourism revenue,” Udall said. “The Organ Mountains and surrounding area form a beautiful and iconic backdrop for Las Cruces and are beloved by New Mexicans. Our bill would help ensure local families and visitors will continue to be able to hike, hunt, and learn from the thousands of significant historic sites throughout the hills for generations to come.”

“The Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks region offers outstanding cultural resources, tourism and recreational opportunities like hunting, hiking, and camping, and links us strongly to our past.

For years, diverse coalitions in New Mexico have worked tirelessly for its permanent protection. By designating this natural treasure a national monument, a critical piece of our shared outdoor heritage will be protected for us now and for future generations of Americans to enjoy,” Heinrich said. “I look forward to working with Senator Tom Udall and communities across New Mexico to get this done.”

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Their press release also says, “Importantly, the bill preserves existing grazing rights and vehicular access to 100 percent of roads leading to currently used water wells, troughs and corrals, and it enhances hunting and other outdoor recreation opportunities. It also strengthens border security in the region by releasing wilderness study areas within five miles of the international border, creating a buffer area for Border Patrol activities, and adding an additional road for border security purposes.”

I beg to differ.

There are many problems with this legislation, but here are those that directly affect the ranching community.

Livestock Grazing In Wilderness Livestock grazing is considered to be a “nonconforming, permitted use” in wilderness areas. The 1964 Wilderness Act allows for grazing where it had previously existed, but the same Act prohibits the use of motorized vehicles or mechanical equipment. Try running a ranch in today’s competitive environment without a pickup and other mechanized tools. Proponents will quickly point to the Congressional “grazing guidelines” which allows for the “occasional use” of some of these tools. The problem is these guidelines were written almost twenty-five years ago when wilderness designations were in high country. These allotments had natural water and in many cases natural boundaries, and are seasonal grazing where livestock are turned out in the late spring or summer and gathered in the fall.

Those guidelines do not work for desert allotments, where there are windmills, pipelines, dirt tanks and fences, and grazing occurs year ‘round.

Livestock Grazing in National Monuments The problem here is the same as I’ve written about before concerning the Presidential Proclamation creating the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument. continued on page 17

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The Udall/Heinrich legislation, S. 1805, lists eleven uses or values in the Purposes section for which the monument is established and livestock grazing is not among them. Those eleven items are archaeological, historical, natural, wildlife, geological, ecological, watershed, educational, scenic, and recreational. When livestock grazing is discussed, it must be “consistent with the purposes described”.

So what does all this mean?

Whenever the agency seeks to “conserve, protect and enhance” any of the eleven uses listed and there is a potential conflict with a grazing practice, grazing will be either diminished or eliminated. If a current ranching practice is determined to be in conflict, it will have to be discontinued. If a rancher proposes a range improvement project or any other new activity which is determined to be in conflict, it will be disallowed.

That doesn’t sound very livestock friendly to me.

The proponents of this legislation will tell you they met and listened to the concerns of all the ranchers impacted. Well tell that to Jim Hyatt in Luna County. The Senator’s staff members met with him on a Tuesday afternoon and the legislation was introduced on Thursday. The bill was already drafted so it didn’t matter what issues Jim brought up, because it was already a done deal.

New Mexico’s ranchers deserve better treatment than this.

There is a way to protect these lands without harming current users, and Congressman Steve Pearce has shown us how.

His legislation, H.R. 995, would designate 55,000 acres as a National Monument in the Organ Mountains.

On livestock grazing, his legislation states “Nothing in this Act precludes the use of motorized vehicles or mechanical equipment for the construction or maintenance of range improvements or the performance of standard ranching operations or for the construction, maintenance, operation, or management of flood control or water conservation systems.”

The other issue of concern to ranchers and other rural citizens is border security.

On that issue the Pearce legislation has the following language, “Nothing in this Act, or regulations issued in furtherance of this Act, shall prevent Federal, State, or local law enforcement personnel from having unfettered access to the entire monument, including the use of motorized vehicles and specialized equipment.”

If one’s intent is to do no harm to the ranching community and to provide for the safety of rural residents, that is the type of legislative language that should be included in any bill.

Scenery On The Cibola The Cibola National Forest has announced it is undertaking an evaluation of scenery resources on its districts in New Mexico. This evaluation process involves converting from an older visual management system to a more modern approach to evaluating aesthetics of the land.

According to the announcement, the For-

est Service is requesting your comments be provided on their website by January 31, 2014.

Speaking of the Cibola, there have been some almost unbelievable happenings to the nineteen allotment owners in the Mountainair District. I’ll have more on that next month.

Till next time, be a nuisance to the devil and don’t forget to check that cinch.

Frank DuBois was the N.M. Secretary of Agriculture from 1988 to 2003, is the author of a blog: The Westerner (www.thewesterner.blogspot.com) and is the founder of The DuBois Rodeo Scholarship (www.nmsu.edu/~duboisrodeo/).

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Marana Li M Livestock Auction, Marana, Arizona (20 minutes west of Tucson on I-10)

Saturday, January 25, 2014 • 10:00 AM Early Viewing Friday Afternoon, January 24.

This sale is sponsored by the Southwest Brangus Breeders Association and offers the best Brangus genetics in the West from consignors in Arizona, New Mexico & California.

For more information please contact any member of the sale committee: Bart Carter (AZ) 928-348-8918 or 928-348-4030; Jon Ford (NM) 575-799-7546; Diane or Larry Parker (AZ) 520-403-1967; Bill Morrison (NM) 575-760-7263 or 575-482-3254.

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Water Wars: Texas v.

New Mexico A battle is brewing between Texas and New Mexico over the waters of the Rio Grande that may be decided in the United States Supreme Court

by TIFFANY DOWLING, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR & EXTENSION SPECIALIST AGRICULTURAL LAW TEXAS A & M AGRILIFE EXTENSIONS SERVICE

Background n 1938, Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado entered into the Rio Grande Compact (“the Compact”) to allocate water from the Rio Grande between the three states. The Compact requires that

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New Mexico deliver water into the Elephant Butte Reservoir. At that point, the United States Bureau of Reclamation allocates the water between beneficiaries in Texas and New Mexico. (An additional lawsuit is pending in New Mexico federal court between New Mexico and the Bureau of Reclamation because the percentage of water allocated between the two states was modified in 2008 from 57% to New Mexico and 43% to Texas to the current percentages of 38% to New Mexico and 62% to Texas.) The allocated water is for the benefit of two beneficiaries: the Elephant Butte Irrigation District (New Mexico) and the El Paso County Water Improvement District No. 1 (Texas).

against New Mexico and Colorado in the United States Supreme Court in a battle concerning the Compact. Although Texas sued both New Mexico and Colorado, it appears that Colorado was named only because they are party to the treaty at issue. All of Texas’ claims are based upon alleged wrongful conduct by and in New Mexico.

It may seem strange that the lawsuit was actually filed in (as opposed to being appealed to) the United States Supreme Court. The reason for this is that the United States Constitution provides original jurisdiction to the Supreme Court for all disputes between states. In this instance, a state must file a motion seeking permission to file the complaint and a

The Lawsuit In February 2013, Texas filed suit

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brief explaining why the Court should hear the case.

So now that the motion has been filed, the Court will decide whether to hear the case. In making that decision, the Court considers three factors: (1) whether the dispute is truly between states (as opposed to disputes between state agencies or private claims); (2) the seriousness of the dispute--specifically looking at whether this type of conflict would lead to war between sovereign nations; and (3) whether an alternative forum is available to decide the dispute.

If it chooses to hear the case, it will likely assign the case to a Special Master who will determine any factual issues in the case. After the Special Master has resolved factual disputes, the Court would then take up the case and make decisions on the legal issues.

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Texas claims that New Mexico is illegally depleting the Rio Grande’s flow before it reaches the New Mexico/Texas state line. Specifically, Texas claims that New Mexico allows impermissible diversion of surface water from the river and that increased groundwater pumping also depletes the river by causing the surface water to leave the river to recharge connected underground aquifers. As to the groundwater pumping, Texas points to wells—approximately 2,500 of these wells have been drilled below the Reservoir since the Compact was signed—and claims that these wells are depleting the amount of water coming to Texas pursuant to the Compact. Although Texas does not point to a specific term of the Compact that was violated and does not dispute that New Mexico is delivering the correct amount of water into the Elephant Butte Reservoir, it claims that the “purpose and intent” of the Compact is violated when New Mexico allows water to be diverted prior to delivery into Texas.

Texas’ lawsuit requests that the court (1) hear the case; (2) enjoin New Mexico’s diversions and depletions that take any portion of Texas’ water; (3) order New Mexico to pay for the water that it has taken through groundwater pumping and surface diversions; and (4) specifically allocate Texas’ portion of water to which it is entitled under the Compact.

In response, New Mexico claims that its

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only obligation under the Compact is to deliver a certain amount of water into the Elephant Butte Reservoir. The Compact does not require any specific amount of water be delivered to the Texas/New Mexico state line. New Mexico claims that what happens between the Reservoir and the Texas state line is governed by New Mexico law and not by the Compact. New Mexico claims that the wells drilled below the Reservoir are proper as they were drilled based upon water rights that were granted under New Mexico law.

Colorado has argued that the Court should not hear the case because Texas’ complaints are not tied to the Compact

and, as New Mexico argues, the Compact does not apply to the waters south of Elephant Butte.

The United States, represented by the Solicitor General, encouraged the Supreme Court to grant Texas’ motion and hear the case, but also advocated for a procedural plan that would allow New Mexico to file a motion to dismiss shortly thereafter to attempt to resolve the case early on.

As the states await a decision from the Supreme Court on Texas’ motion, tensions run high. The Texas budget for 2014 shows an allocation of $5 million for litigation expenses related to the suit. In New Mexico, Governor Susana Martinez has said that New Mexico “will not cede one inch of ■ New Mexico water to Texas.”

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Calendar of Events January 21 / New Mexico Legislature Opens, Santa Fe February 3-7 / American National Cattlewomen’s Meeting, Nashville TX February 11 / Ag Fest Reception, Santa Fe February 18 / Roundhouse Feed, Santa Fe February 20 / New Mexico Legislature Adjourns March 10-12 / NMCB District Workshop March 25 / National Ag Day

areas of agriculture, and bridge the gap in our voice nationally through our ANCW and other organizations including our neighboring counties. If the nation wants to go “haywire” we can maybe bail up our own state so to speak. Anyways, you’re getting the idea.

How many people do we do business with or in our extended families or friends/co-workers who don’t know a thing about what agriculture does for you on a daily basis? Find at least one person you have communication with and ask them if they knew an average hide can render 12 basketballs or that the tires they drove on here today were made of cow byproducts. Wow, is generally their response.

It’s amazing now you have a lead in. Go through that door and bridge that gap.

Have a great month and looking forward to hearing from you.

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December 17, 2013 with six members and two juniors present. The New Years Eve dance was discussed: DJ, party favors –Gretchen will order, cookie platters – Janelda, decorations-chile and white lights will decorate the pavilion and provide lightening . . . will need two floor lamps for DJ and one for the food area – Janet and Gretchen will work on the lights. Melissa will bring cups, cocoa packets and two coffee pots, Janet has two as well. Flyers went out to FFAs and published in the Roving Clover. Club will provide cider packets and water bottles. We will meet at the Pavilion at 1:00 to decorate the day of . . . Meanwhile before that sometime . . . Janet or Gretchen will stop by to look at logistics of which doors to open, what signage may be needed and what decorating tools will be needed . . . ladders, wire, nails etc. The Ag Books are in and Janet will pick up from the Farm Bureau office this week and leave a check for them. Annual meeting happenings were discussed and meeting was adjourned. Submitted by Janet Witte

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annual Christmas party. Hostesses were Lariat officers who had a table with a buffet of appetizers, desserts and hot spiced cider. The regular meeting was not held and there were nine members present.

President Owaissa Heimann gave an update on the recent Joint Stockman’s and New Mexico CowBelles Convention in Albuquerque, NM. CowBelle of the Year is Lauren Nunn. The Membership Award and the Volunteer Time Award went to Silver Spurs. Cattleman of the Year is Sterling Spencer. The brand napkins are at the printers. The cost to CowBelle Locals is $150 per case. This comes out to $8 per pack of 100 napkins. Lariat CowBelles will host the District Workshop in March.

Kathryn Malcolm-Callis gave a talk on Kids, Kows, and More. She also read The Christmas Eve Gift by Chesna Smith. All present members gave a short history of their backgrounds for the other members.

Gifts were exchanged with a round robin distribution of presents following the instructions of a story read by Kathryn Malcolm-Callis. Respectfully Submitted

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Farm Bureau Minute

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NMF&LB names Chad Smith as CEO ew Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau has named Chad Smith as their Chief Executive Officer. Currently serving as the organization’s Director of Government Affairs and Regional Director for central New Mexico, Smith has worked for NMF&LB for four years.

“We are excited to have Chad at the helm,” says Mike White, NMFLB’s President. “He understands the issues faced by New Mexico’s farmers and ranchers and appreciates how their success ensures a successful future for our state’s rural areas.”

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Rush said, “For the past three years it has been an absolute honor to serve as CEO of this incredible organization. New Mexico agriculture is second to none!”

“This is an excellent opportunity and I am honored to serve the agricultural community in my new role. I look forward to building on our past achievements while growing our organization,” said Smith.

New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau is a 18,000 member organization comprised of farmers and ranchers, and those who are interested in private property rights and a local food supply. NMF&LB is the state’s largest, private agricultural organization and was founded in 1917. For information about joining us please call ■ 505/321-9648.

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Beef economist expects near-record profitability in 2014 BRETT WESSLER, STAFF WRITER, CATTLENETWORK.COM imited cattle supplies will keep cattle prices high next year, and a beef economist says high domestic beef demand and improving global opportunities are just a few reasons to expect near record-high profitability.

Scott Brown, University of Missouri beef economist, said the forecast for the cattle market over the next two years compares to the “golden era” of beef profits in 2004. Brown presented his outlook to producers at the annual Missouri Forage and Grassland Conference at Port Arrowhead at Lake Ozark recently.

In addition to high cattle prices and low feed costs, demand in the U.S. and global markets is improving.

“International trade has been important. It’s really a bright spot when you look ahead for 2014,” Brown said. “So not only do we expect domestic demand for beef to be better as we look ahead to 2014, but the ability to move product into places like Japan, South Korea and China does nothing but continue to help us on the price side.”

His forecast was supportive for the industry, especially cow-calf producers.

His charts showed a sharp rise in livecattle futures prices since 2010, from $80 per hundred to $135. Cattle supplies falling to a 61-year low has moved cow-calf returns from minus $25 per cow in 2009 to plus $25 in 2012. Brown told the group those returns could skyrocket to $300 per cow next year based on estimates from the Livestock Market Information Center.

Beef prices continue to improve and are expected to move an additional two or three percent higher next year, but the trend could change if consumers turn to pork and poultry as less expensive meat options. A rebounding economy and more disposable income will help keep beef on dinner tables across the country.

The outlook for 2014 and beyond is much more positive than the last four or five years, but profits could be affected if we face another unexpected drought.

“All bets are off if there is a drought in 2014.”

Brown added the expected profits in the cattle industry could benefit rural economies. As the money comes back to producers they’ll spend those dollars ■ within their communities.

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Morning works are exciting as they let you know just how well your horse is working. You will see only the serious horsemen out at the training track every morning. Occasionally, you may see a handicapper walking around as well with a pad in his hand scribbling feverishly regarding his inside scoop. Hustle bustle is the theme of a morning at the race track.

The evening prior I had received a phone call from a trainer that I had just spent three days working for and he informed me he had one more colt to shoe that he had forgotten about. It wasn’t a problem for me to swing back by the track and shoe him the next morning because the race track is abuzz way before the rest of the world.

I arrived at the usual shop area to shoe the horse, but soon the groom came and asked if I could shoe this new colt in the alleyway of the barn. The groom thought the colt might stand better in familiar surroundings. I almost never shod horses in the barn alleyway because it was a very busy area and I would have been in the way. I drove my rig over to the barn and parked at the far end.

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This particular barn was extremely long with about sixty wood plank stalls on a side and a large saddling paddock with a tack room in the middle. The exercise riders were saddling their colts and riding them out the other end of the barn to get to the track. The good thing was that I would only be there long enough to shoe just one colt.

The groom showed up with the new colt and proceeded to tell me all about him. It was indeed a pretty colt, but I was hoping he had worked with his feet for shoeing. This 2 yr. old thoroughbred stood about sixteen and a half hands tall. He was big boned with a “jug� head and pin ears.

Despite the jug head he did have a large eye which convinced you that you could talk him into behaving eventually. The colt was impressive, but not very pretty. Like many two year olds he was quite nervous and a little jittery. However, once the groom put the lip chain on him settled down quite nicely.

At the other end of the barn one of the exercise riders brought in a horse covered with sweat and heaving. The trainer looked the horse over and decided to give him a shot of anti-histamine to help settle the horse down. The trainer along with the groom and the horse went into the nearest stall to give the horse the injection. When administering the drug in the vein, the vein collapsed and the horse went nuts in the stall and wiped out the men in no time. Next the horse burst out the stall door running full out with his head high in the air. It was obvious that the horse was out of his head and running blind.

This particular barn had an alleyway made of pavement so I could hear this horse thundering toward me. I had been nailing a shoe on a front foot until I heard the horse running toward me. I dashed out from under the colt and told the groom to get under the truck. The groom let go of the colt we were shoeing which ran out our end of the barn. The colt wasn’t going to stay and see what happened either.

At the last minute I dove under the truck with the groom.

Of course once I got under there I remembered my anvil and stand sitting out there and figured the crazed horse would impale himself on the anvil horn that was pointed right at him. I thought the next thing he would do is run into the back of my truck. Somehow the speeding horse saw the anvil stand in his crazed stupor. When the horse arrived at the anvil stand he made a sharp right hand turn into the stall wall crashing through the boards.

There he laid in a heap and wasn’t conscious. They tried to revive the horse to no avail. The grooms did pick up the broken boards that surrounded him. Finally they left him alone so he could rest and I understand that he slept until the next morning. Then the horse got up and acted normal. They gave the horse a couple of weeks off and then went back to training on him. The trainer was astounded that the crazed horse trained better than ever and became one of their most successful runners. Apparently it turned this horse’s life in the right direction.

Now the horse I was shoeing turned out very differently.

The 2 year old never wanted to be in the training barn again.

They went so far as keeping him in an outside paddock and saddling him outside. He remained a pill to shoe and never got over it. The colt never wanted to be trained after that either.

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OPEN GATE PROGRAM OVERVIEW New Mexico Department of Game and Fish’s (NMDGF) Open Gate program is a voluntary program available to landowners that leases access to private property for properly licensed sportsmen and women to hunt, fish, or trap. Landowners who work with the NMDGF through Open Gate receive an annual lease payment and are provided liability protection from the State. Leases generally run for the duration of one license year; however, longer-term agreements that cover multiple license years may be available under some conditions.

Open Gate works with landowners to create a customized lease agreement tailored to meet their individual needs and protect their interests. Landowners may specify the types of activities that are permitted on their property and dictate the seasons for which the property is open. Landowners may elect to lease some or all of their property. Access is permitted only on leased acreage during open seasons. Sportsmen are expected to act responsibly and comply with the rules when using an Open Gate property. Game Wardens patrol Open Gate properties during open seasons enforcing the rules.

habitat on their property. This component compliments farm bill cost share programs, such as the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and the Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program (WHIP). The NMDGF can partner with a landowner through Open Gate to help pay up to 50% of the landowner’s costs for habitat improvement projects if they enter into a long-term hunting or fishing lease (5 years or longer).

renewed annually until available funds for the current year are expended. The NMDGF will prioritize leases that are located reasonably close to populated areas, in areas with limited access, and that have the potential to offer a wide variety of activities. All applications are evaluated by the NMDGF, prioritized and ranked depending upon benefits the proposed lease provides to the State’s sportsmen and women.

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To participate in the Open Gate Program, a landowner’s property must provide habitat suitable to support a hunting, fishing, or trapping lease. Applications are accepted year round and lease agreements are

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38 . . . . . . . MISSION STATEMENT 39 . . . . . . . PRESIDENTS MESSAGE 39 . . . . . . . CODE OF ETHICS 40 . . . . . . . NATIVE GAME SPECIES OF NEW MEXICO 40 . . . . . . . . Deer 40 . . . . . . . . Elk 42 . . . . . . . . Bighorn Sheep 43 . . . . . . . . Pronghorn 44 . . . . . . . . Javelina 45 . . . . . . . . Black Bear 45 . . . . . . . . Cougar 46 . . . . . . . EXOTIC SPECIES OF NEW MEXICO

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48 . . . . . . . BIRD GAME SPECIES OF NEW MEXICO 50 . . . . . . . ANGLING 51 . . . . . . . 2014 NEW MEXICO OUTFITTERS & GUIDES . . . . . . . . . MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY 51 . . . . . . . . Native Big Game Outfitters 53 . . . . . . . . Exotic Species Outfitters 54 . . . . . . . . Predator Hunting Outfitters 55 . . . . . . . . Bird Hunting Outfitters 56 . . . . . . . . Fishing Outfitters 56 . . . . . . . . Recreational Outfitters

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Officers & Board of Directors BOB ATWOOD – PRESIDENT

JOHN OLIVAS – NORTHEAST

RICK SIMPSON - VICE PRESIDENT

RAY MILLIGAN – NORTHWEST

GT NUNN – SECRETARY/TREASURER

TOM KLUMKER – SOUTHWEST

JACK DIAMOND – PAST PRESIDENT

MIKE ROOT - SOUTHEAST

BILLY SEELBAUCH – GUIDE DIRECTOR

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Our goal is to enhance the image of professional hunting, to educate the public on the environmental and economic benefits provided by the industry, to better the professional pursuits of our members, and to help preserve New Mexico’s rich heritage of hunting, fishing, and outdoor activities.

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Message from the President hen you consider hunting in New Mexico you’re looking at perhaps the most varied list of free ranging big game species in North America, a wonderful climate, and a whole spectrum of landscapes from high desert to alpine meadows. New Mexico has it all, and all of it is waiting for you. Whether you’re hunting a 400 class elk, trophy mule deer, three species of wild turkey, the elusive Coues deer, or free ranging Oryx and Persian ibex, few places, if any, can match the hunting experiences that New Mexico can offer. We can take you back to the Old West with a challenging and exciting bear or mountain lion hunt, on horseback and behind hounds, a fast disappearing American tradition.

Since 1978 the New Mexico Council of Outfitters and Guides has been dedicated to providing the most enjoyable and rewarding hunting opportunities possible. Guided by our dedication to fair chase and committed to a high code of ethics and standards, Council members strive to make your New Mexican hunting experience both memorable and successful. Whether this is your first hunting trip to the Land of Enchantment, or one of many trips to the Southwest, there is always a new and exciting adventure waiting for you just over the next ridge.

On behalf of the officers, directors, and members of the New Mexico Council of Outfitters and Guides, you’re invited to experience some of the finest big game hunting in North America. Come visit us and hunt New Mexico!

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Outfitters & Guides Code of Ethics 1 . The outfitter and guide will utilize knowledge and skill for the benefit of the public and the profession they serve. They will cooperatively strive to extend the public knowledge and appreciation of the profession.

or business. The outfitter and guide shall refrain from expressing publicly opinions in regard to other outfitters and guides or on allied technical subjects, unless informed as to the facts related thereto.

2 . The outfitter and guide will be loyal to the client or employer and perform the job to the best of their ability at all times.

7 . The outfitter and guide shall guard the profession against the admission of persons unqualified because of moral character or who are of inadequate training and thus unable to perform as a professional.

3 . The outfitter and guide shall direct their best efforts towards the fulfillment of the contractual obligations and do nothing that will infringe upon the rights of the client or the cause of good sportsmanship.

4 . The outfitter and guide shall advertise in a dignified manner, setting forth a factual presentation of the services prepared to be rendered for the prospective clients, or the public, and the cost of such service.

5 . If the outfitter has the responsibility to furnish stock, equipment or boats, the equipment furnished shall be properly maintained, operated and handled. The outfitter shall maintain adequate sanitary service facilities and serve wholesome food only to be conditioned by the primitive nature of the surroundings.

6 . The outfitter and guide shall respect the rights of the other outfitters and guides and shall not, without just cause, directly or indirectly, injure the reputation of the individual

8 . The outfitter and guide shall cooperate in extending training opportunities to others through an interchange of ideas and experiences and by seeking other means to assure the longevity of the profession.

9 . The outfitter and guide shall support the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish laws and will use approved methods in the care of wildlife harvests. The outfitter and guide shall protect the fields and forests from the ravages of wildfire and support the conservation of natural resources.

10 . The outfitter and guide shall practice appropriate minimumimpact camping techniques, and shall cooperate with other outfitters and guides, as well as agency personnel, to continue to develop better methods of caring for the lands and waters upon which the outfitter or guide operates.

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Native Game Species of New Mexico DEER racking a buck mule deer is the classic hunt of the American West and the mountains of Northern New Mexico are famed for their heavy horned big bucks.

Good numbers of mule deer can also be found in the Gila and Cibola national forests. Booking a private land hunt with an outfitter is your best bet for bagging a trophy.

Mule deer are challenging quarry and are highly regarded by big game hunters for their elusiveness. Bigger then a whitetail deer, adult bucks may weigh more than 200 pounds and stand up to 42 inches at the shoulders.

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large, mule like, ears. While they are unable to detect most motionless objects, the mule deer’s eyesight is extraordinarily sensitive to movement and their large ears provide for super-acute hearing. The key to hunting mule deer are good optics and patience. It’s amazing how you can look down a sagebrush draw for hours and see nothing, only to have a couple of monster bucks stand up 500 yards away.

Tracking or spot-stalking are the preferred methods for hunting mule deer. It helps to be in fair-good physical condition as steep climbs and unpredictable terrain is common in mule deer country. Horses or all-terrain vehicles can also be used to get reasonably close. Hunting from a tree-stand can be an option in heavily wooded terrain, in which hunters can position themselves along favored travel routes or near feeding areas. Mule deer are not as flighty as whitetails and even bow hunters have a good chance to sneak within range of a bedded muley.

In addition to mule deer, the southwest corner of New Mexico is also home to the illusive “gray ghost” or Coues deer. The Coues deer are a subspecies of whitetail deer. One of the smallest deer in America, they stand about 30 inches tall at the shoulder and rarely exceed 100 pounds. Known for its “now you see me, now you don’t” tendencies, the Coues deer is one of the most difficult species of deer to bag and would be a

prized addition to any trophy room.

ELK A trophy hunter’s paradise, the forests of New Mexico are home to more than 70,000 Rocky Mountain elk. Few western states come close to matching New Mexico in size, number, and quality of elk hunts.

Every fall, from the awe-inspiring San Juan Mountains and the world famous Valle Vidal in the north to the breath taking Gila Mountains in the south, the forests of New Mexico come alive with the sound of bugling elk. Bull elk are undoubtedly the state’s most coveted big game trophy.

In addition to private ranches and national forest, hunts are available on the Valles Caldera National Preserve in the Jemez Mountains of north central New Mexico. In recent years, bull elk hunters in the Valles Caldera boast a success rate of more than 80 percent.

During the early-season hunts elk are in rut. The rut lasts into October and the action can be as good, if not better, than any other time during the year. The best method to bag a bull during this time is to draw the animal toward you with a bugle or cow call.

By bugling your goal is to convince the bull that you are trying to steal his cows thus prompting him to come and challenge you.

Using a cow call plays on the bull’s primal instinct to find mates.

As the rut draws to a close bull elk will leave their cows and begin to form bachelor herds. Bulls are drawn to prime feeding areas to replenish fat reserves for the impending winter. The spot-and-stalk technique will likely become the hunter’s method of choice during this time of year.

Because elk are large animals, an adult male stands up to 60 inches at the shoulder and can weigh up to 750 pounds, a .300 or .338 caliber rifle is the preferred firearm.

However, many bulls are shot each year with a trusty .270 or 7mm. For late season hunts, rifles should be sighted in for 250 yards. Early season hunts are usually closer than 100 yards and sometimes as close as 30. Archery and muzzleloader hunts are also available throughout New Mexico.

Winter comes early in the high country of New Mexico so hunters need to remember to prepare for varying weather conditions. Late-season hunts can be very cold while early-season hunts can be cold at night and very warm during the day. Conditions can quickly change from warm and sunny to cold and cloudy with rain or snow.

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change rapidly. Good boots and warm, layered clothing are essential. Camouflage clothing, including the hands and face, is crucial.

The ruggedness of your hunt depends on the time of year and your location. Due to the variety of terrain and the large distribution of elk herds in New Mexico you can find great hunts that are suited to nearly any

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physical ability. Whether your dream hunt involves minimal hiking and the comforts of a warm hunting lodge or an extended backcountry hunt spending several days horseback while staying at a remote mountain camp, New Mexico can provide what you are looking for.

BIGHORN SHEEP The bighorn sheep industry in New Mexico has a long respected reputation.

The Rocky Mountain Bighorns of the state’s alpine wilderness are a premier trophy for sportsman around the world.

Hunts currently take place in the Pecos, Wheeler Peak, and Latir wilderness areas of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The Desert Bighorn sheep of the southwestern United States are a rare and prized opportunity for any sheep hunter.

Hunts take place in the Peloncillo, Hatchet, Ladron, Caballo, and

Fra Cristobal mountains of southern New Mexico. There is also a hunt offered on the White Sands Missile Range.

The Rocky Mountain Bighorn is the largest wild sheep in North America. Rams can weigh up over 300 pounds and stand over 42 inches at the shoulder. They are renowned for their massive brown horns that curl back over the ears and up past the cheeks. By seven years of age a ram can have a full curl with a spread of up to 33 inches. The Desert Bighorn are slightly smaller and lighter in color. A large ram will likely not weigh more than 220 pounds and stand 38 inches at the shoulder. Their horns are typically longer than, but not as massive as, those of their Rocky Mountain cousins.

A Bighorn’s body is compact and muscular, perfectly designed for jumping and gaining narrow footholds. The animal has extremely acute eyesight and can watch an animal, or hunter, from up to a mile away.

Therefore, sheep hunting is all about glassing. The best guides will carry spotting scopes and binoculars of the finest quality.

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Most Rocky Mountain bighorn outfitting is done with packhorses and tent frame camps. The seasoned sheep hunter knows there will be long days in the saddle and that the climb into the high country, often above 12,000 ft in elevation, will be tough on legs and feet. It is essential to get your body in

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shape, especially if you are unaccustomed to being at high elevations, and toughening up your mind can be equally as important.

Sheep hunting can often include long days and cold nights. The weather can be unpredictable and there’s a chance you could spend your days in a sleeping bag listening to the pounding rain or whispering snow.

Vigilance is king in the backcountry.

Remember to pack emergency gear, you can never have enough clothing, and drinking plenty of water is the key to fighting off altitude sickness. A good mountain rifle is also essential. However, probably more important are the many hours spent fine-tuning your shooting skills and learning the trajectory of your firearm in preparation of the hunt.

Bighorn sheep hunting and the majestic scenery of the alpine wilderness gets in your blood. After one trip to New Mexico’s high country, most hunters

simply feel they have to return. The gorgeous mountain peaks and the sight of a wild bighorn are too irresistible to not experience again.

PRONGHORN With its incredible eyesight and blazing speed, the pronghorn is truly a unique species and a formidable challenge of your stalking and shooting skills. The animal’s branched horns and prominent eyes make it an impressive trophy mount.

The pronghorn, commonly referred to as an antelope, is unique to North America. Its ancestry traces back millions of years and it is only surviving relative of the Antilocapridae family. Its impressive horns grow from behind its eyes and it is the only animal in the world to shed its horns as if they were antlers. A quality trophy antelope has thick horns at least 14 inches long. The average adult buck will stand about 3 feet at the shoulder and weigh about 110 pounds. It is helpful to have an experienced guide with you to determine the size of the buck from a distance.

New Mexico’s pronghorn are plentiful.

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as you glass the windswept prairies. Getting close enough to get a good shot is the real trick. The pronghorn is the second fasted land animal on earth. Second only to the cheetah, pronghorn can run up to 55 mph and can maintain speeds of 35 mph for several miles. Hunting requires patience and stealth. Get ready to get down and crawl, pronghorn can detect movement from up to four miles away.

Active both day and night, pronghorn prefer open terrain and depend on their keen eyesight and lightning speed for defense.

Because the pronghorn is not a large target,

it is important to make an accurate shot. The preferred rifle for hunting antelope is a .243 or .270 with a 100-150 grain bullet. Most shots are from less than 250 yards but you should be prepared to take a longer shot.

Antelope appear farther away than they actually are. In treeless country there are few points of reference and having a good rangefinder on hand is essential.

JAVELINAS HAVE POOR EYESIGHT BUT EXCEPTIONAL HEARING AND TRAVEL IN BANDS OF SIX TO TEN â–

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Texas. About 3½ feet in length from nose to tail, they weigh between 35-60 pounds and have a distinct musky smell. Javelinas are very aggressive and the whole band can charge if provoked. They have short straight canine tusks which they use as their primary defense against predators.

Javelinas have poor eyesight but exceptional hearing. They usually travel in bands of six to ten and prefer to stick to brushy canyon bottoms and grassland. They can be found around prickly pear cactus and permanent water sources. In the heat of the day they can be found along the cooler slopes of the canyon.

Pound for pound there is probably no more exciting desert animal to hunt in North America. Javelina season in New Mexico is limited to the first three months of the year and is available through lottery draw only. An experience spiced with challenge and an ever present risk of being charged by sixty pounds of muscle tipped with sharp tusks will no doubt keep you on your toes.

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BLACK BEAR The term black bear can be misleading.

New Mexico’s black bear population also consists of chocolate brown, tan, and cinnamon colored bears. Medium in size among the bears of North America, black bears average 135 pounds although a 400 pound

bruin is not unheard of. Black bears are agile climbers with an acute sense of smell and excellent hearing. On all fours an adult male can stand more than three feet tall at the shoulder.

Black bears are found in all forested areas of New Mexico and they tend to feed on herbaceous growth in dense hidden areas. An adult male, on average, occupies an area of 25 square miles but can extend their territories to as much as 50 miles in search of food. In New Mexico black bear hunts are offered in the fall.

They are typically hunted with hounds until the animal is treed.

However, many hunters have also successfully bagged a trophy bear by waiting patiently in a blind near a known feeding or water source.

COUGAR Known by many names, the cougar, or mountain lion, are one of the most elusive creatures in the world. Found only in the western hemisphere of the Americas, these big cats can be found in all mountainous areas of New Mexico.

The fur of this large predator is short and reddish-brown to gray-brown with white on the underside and a black tipped tail. Adult males average 125 pounds and females weigh approximately 100 pounds. A veteran hounds-man will tell you that a cougar hunt seldom unfolds in a way the uninitiated might expect. A cougar hunt often begins with the search for a fresh track.

Recent snowfall can be a huge help with this task. Once a suitable track is found the dogs are released and the fun begins.

Cougars are sleek and elusive so hunting them is often unpredictable. The big cat could throw the dogs off track, give them the slip, or turn around and fight.

Cougar hunting in New Mexico is truly an exciting and unique experience. If you’d like to try a hunt that’s anything but ordinary and may produce what is arguably the most exotic and coveted big game trophy in North America, give cougar hunting a try. ■

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Exotic Species of New Mexico ORYX, PERSIAN IBEX, & BARBARY SHEEP

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New Mexico is home to the African species of Oryx and Barbary sheep as well the Persian Ibex species from the mountains of Siberia and Iran.

Oryx, also known as gemsbok, are large antelope from Africa’s Kalahari Desert.

They were introduced to New

Mexico in the 1960s and a sizable population of about 2,500 animals inhabits the brushy deserts of the White Sands Missile Range and Tularosa Basin.

Adult male Oryx weigh from 400 to 500 pounds and stand approximately 47 inches at the shoulder. Their v-shaped, slender, black horns usually measure 30-40 inches in length. Their distinct black and white faces make them an impressive mount for any trophy room and their meat is arguably the best of any wild game.

Oryx roam the canyons, foothills, and lowlands of the missile range. They typically travel in bands of up to 50 animals and are prolific breeders. An Oryx hunt is not usually physically demanding and hunter success rates are very high on the missile range.

Persian Ibex were also released into New Mexico in the 1960s. Today hundreds roam the Florida Mountains in the southern portion of the state. Ibex are short-legged, agile creatures that stand approximately 30 inches at the shoulder. Adult females average 90 pounds and males can tip the scales at up to 150 pounds. Ibex are very elusive and difficult to hunt but are prized trophies for their dark, curved horns. They live in rocky, rugged country usually on high

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cliffs. They can jump several feet, walk along sheer cliffs, and spot movement from a half-mile away. Spot-and-stalk is the preferred hunting method. Once you spot your Ibex it’s usually a slow, stealthy, uphill approach to get close enough for a shot.

Ibex can easily bluff and out maneuver you so it is very helpful to have an experienced guide assist you during your hunt.

As with Oryx, Barbary sheep were introduced from Africa to New Mexico in the 1960s. Today they are found in small scattered herds along the rough, mountainous terrain of the high desert of southern New Mexico.

The animal is coveted for its spread of prominent horns which can measure up to 30 inches and curve upward and then back inward. A Barbary sheep makes an impressive body mount because of its flowing mane, beard, and unique chaps along its front legs.

Similar to Ibex, Barbary sheep are hunted using the spot-and-stalk technique.

Be ready to cover some ground because as far as Barbary sheep are concerned, the rougher the terrain the better. You can literally wear out a good pair of boots stalking ■ these elusive creatures.

Who’s Got Your Back? Why Your Next Outfitter Should Be Insured ■ BY CHARLES COLLIER ou have a directory of the finest outfitters in New Mexico, a long list of NMCOG members who know the Land of Enchantment and its game better than anyone else, but how do you pick one for your next outdoor adventure? As a hunter, I know that the most important factors in making my decision are related to an outfitter’s reliability: how long they’ve been in business, what their success ratio is, how much land is available, and so on. But as an insurance broker specializing in outfitters, I am also aware of another decision factor that might not occur to the average hunter: insurance coverage.

It’s obvious why having comprehensive liability protection benefits an outfitter. But if the reasons why it benefits a hunter for his chosen outfitter to be well covered are less obvious, they are no less important. Hunting, like any outdoor activity, entails risk. A good insurance policy protects outfitters and their clients from this risk by covering expenses arising from client injuries. Put simply, if you were hunting with an outfitter and got hurt; wouldn’t you want him to have an insurance policy that would cover your medical expenses?

Here’s a real life, recent example: A man was hunting with an outfitter when he was thrown from a horse and broke his hip. Because this man was a surgeon and his injury prevented him from working, his claim was very high—about $150,000. Fortunately, the outfitter had a solid policy including horseback-riding coverage, so the insurance company took care of the expenses. Thus, both the hunter and outfitter were protected.

When looking for an outfitter with adequate insurance, be aware that it’s possible for somebody to claim they’re insured, but in truth not be. For this reason among many, the best way to find a trustworthy outfitter is through referrals from other hunters (using this directory as your source). Note, too, that for an outfitter’s insurance to cover your expenses, you must demonstrate the outfitter’s liability. For instance, if you hurt yourself while on a hunt by tripping and falling, your outfitter isn’t liable for your injuries and their insurance won’t pay; however, if your tent collapses and injures you because your outfitter staked it improperly—and you can prove that—their insurance will cover this.

Hunters aren’t the only ones who should make sure the outfitters they contract with are insured; ranch owners, too, should also consider insurance when deciding whether to even allow an outfitter to use their land. That’s because if an outfitter’s client is injured while he’s on a rancher’s property and the outfitter isn’t properly insured, liability for the injury may fall directly on the rancher. Ranchers who work with outfitters should ensure not only that the outfitters have insurance, but also that they, the rancher, is listed under “additional insured” on the outfitter’s policy.

Just as our state offers a wide variety of game, it also offers an assortment of outfitters to choose from. As you peruse this index of New Mexico’s outstanding professionals, bear in mind: when it comes to insurance, the outfitter who protects himself, protects you.

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Bird Game Species of New Mexico TURKEY ew Mexico boasts an abundant population of wild turkeys with the Merriam’s subspecies found mostly in the northern part of the state and the Rio Grande subspecies in the south and east.

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New Mexico’s wild turkeys are generally found in mountainous areas in scrub oak and ponderosa pine forests. The gregarious, vocal nature of the taller Rio Grande turkey makes it an especially exciting bird to hunt during the spring mating season.

The Merriam’s is known for its impressive plumage with its white-tipped tail feathers and black body which reflects blue, purple, and bronze hues.

Turkeys are savvy and often unpredictable birds, making them one of the most challenging of winged quarry to hunt in North America. A guide will not only put you at a good spot and help you with calling in these elusive birds, they will also help keep you calm at the thrilling moment of truth when your gobbler is about to strut into range.

UPLAND GAME Dove Three species of dove as well as bandtailed pigeons may be hunted in New Mexico. Starting each year on the first of September, both mourning dove and its larger cousin, the white wing dove, are plentiful throughout the state. These birds are fast

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EurasianJoseph Gonzales collared doves, an invasive non-native species, have recently appeared in eastern New Mexico.

In an attempt to manage migration by this species, there is no bag limit as long as the combined limit of mourning and white wing has not been met. An upland bird license is required to hunt dove. Both resident and non-resident licenses are available over the counter.

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Grouse The high country of New Mexico holds blue or spruce grouse. The season is early fall and provides both an exciting break for elk hunters as well as an excuse for any hunter to enjoy the colors and crisp air of fall in the pine forests. Called “fool hens” by early settlers because of their habit of feeding in the open and flushing late, once these birds have been flushed and are flying they are every bit as hard to hit as their eastern cousins.

Quail Four species of quail are native to New Mexico. Scaled or blue quail are the most common species. Gambel’s quail are easy to recognize with their distinctive black top

knot. Bobwhite quail can be found in the far eastern portion of the state and Montezuma in the southwestern mountains. With or without dogs, quail offer the upland hunter every opportunity to either be outwitted or out-run by their quarry. Quail season lasts from mid November into February. If you plan to hunt a scaled quail better bring your track shoes.

“Scalies” in particular do not hold for pointers and would rather run than fly.

Pheasant Pheasant hunting has an extremely short season in New Mexico, normally just three days in December. The most successful pheasant hunting is done either in the Rio Grande Valley or in the grain fields of eastern New Mexico.

Waterfowl Long recognized as a big game hunting destination, New Mexico’s bird shooting opportunities, whether upland or waterfowl, will tempt any hunter to include his vest and shotgun when planning a trip to the Land of Enchantment. New Mexico is located on the western edge of the Central Flyway and, despite its many clear “blue bird” days, offers an incredible variety of waterfowl especially for a desert state.

Sandhill Crane Sandhill crane can be hunted in eastern and central portions of New Mexico. They can normally be found in harvested grain fields and near water sources. Seasons vary by region but most hunting is available from October to January. Most bag limits are 2 per season except in eastern New Mexico where the limit is 3 per day and six in possession.

Ducks Duck hunting opportunities range from decoyed ducks on New Mexico’s lakes and rivers to jump shooting ducks on the prairie potholes. Teal season opens in September, but the majority of duck hunting runs from October into January. Species include scaup, common moorhen, Virginia rail, sora, snipe, canvasback, pintail, and American coot.

Geese Species of geese found in New Mexico include Canada and white-fronted geese as well as snow, blue-phase snow, and Ross’s geese. Seasons generally run from October to as late as mid-March for light geese. ■

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New Mexico Angling: An Overview

BY GREGG FLORES, WHERE THE RIVER RUNS t is well-known that there are numerous and quite prolific hunting opportunities available throughout the state of New Mexico but what many visiting outdoorsman may not realize is that New Mexico possesses some of the most fantastic fishing anywhere in the Southwestern United States. I am a native New Mexican and my

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Being that my father placed a rod in my hand before I could do most anything else I am fortunate to have experienced over 20 years of fishing the Land of Enchantment. It is only because I have first-hand experience on how incredible New Mexico fishing can be that I would take the time to write an article encouraging you to spend some time on our waters. Let me share a few insights and very recent pictures (less than 2 months old) with you so you don’t walk away thinking I am simply telling “fish stories”.

I will start with the San Juan River, not necessarily because it’s the “best” trout fishery in the state but because it is undoubtedly one of the most well-known.

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sized trout of the San Juan River plump all year long. The upper sections of the river are essentially ALWAYS gin clear unless the lake’s turning over in the winter. This makes for fantastic year-round fishing on small flies and light tippets. The caveat with this fishery is, well, the crowds. Easy access to trophy trout can and does draw crowds by the hundreds. You’ll rarely, if ever, find yourself alone on “The Juan” but with the right tools and tactics you can find great fishing on every single trip. With the fabled status of this fishery you will find no lack of choices in guides/outfitters. Among the more well-known are Fisheads of the San Juan River, Abe’s Motel and Fly Shop, Aztec Anglers, Float and Fish, and Soaring Eagle Lodge. There are others but instead of attempting to create a comprehensive list here I would advise that you perform a small search of your own. Make some phone calls and decide which outfit best suits your needs.

An overview of New Mexico fisheries that excludes the Rio Grande River is like eating a banana split without the banana. If you are looking for solitude and the opportunity to take multiple fish species on a single trip any time of the year, this is the fishery for you. A quarter mile trek off of the main trails will often find you completely alone and surrounded by vast canyon walls with willing and numerous trout, pike, smallmouth bass, carp, and catfish. The Rio Grande River holds fish of one species or another all along its length but it is no secret that the sections from Pilar up into Colorado are where you should focus your angling efforts. The fish that dwell in these parts of the state are nearly 100 percent wild which means that hooking these fish is usually not the problem. The majority of wild fish are unlikely to refuse most any of the lures/flies in your box. The issue is LANDING them. They are arguably the strongest fish anywhere in the state and with class 3+ rapids aiding their downstream retreat, it is not uncommon to feel as though you have a new state record pulling at the end of your line. The difficult access and rugged trails that lead into the Rio Grande Gorge make a fishing buddy and/or hiring an outfitter an absolute necessity. The risks of injury are very real and you do NOT want to be stuck in these canyons alone if the worst were to happen. Contacting the knowledgeable staff and guides of Nick and Taylor Streit’s Taos ■ Fly Shop is a good place to start

2014 New Mexico Council of Guides and Outfitters Membership Directory Native Big Game Outfitters Backcountry Hunt Steve Jones 1029 Haston Rd Carlsbad, NM 88220 (575) 361-1053 www.backcountryhunts.com Beaverhead Outfitters Jack Diamond HC 30 Box 446 Winston, NM 87943 (575) 772-5795 www.beaverheadoutfitters.com Black Mountain Outfitters, Inc. Tom McReynolds PO Box 101 Laveen, AZ 85339 (602) 705-4297 www.bmohunts.com Black Range Outfitters, LLC Sterling Carter PO Box 97 Winston, NM 87943 (575) 772-5210 Blue Mountain Outfitters Bob Atwood PO Box 697 Belen, NM 87002 (505) 864-6867 www.bluemountainoutfitters.com Circle S Stables Kraig Storey PO Box 371 Springer, NM 87747 (575) 520-5775 www.circlesridingstable.com Circle Seven Guided Hunts Rick Rogers PO Box 707 High Rolls Mtn Pk., NM 88325 (575) 682-2530 www.circlesevenguidedhunts.com Compass West Outfitters Chris Guikema 33 Road 25531 Aztec, NM 87401 (505) 801-7500 www.200inches.com

Dirk Neal’s Outfitting Service Dirk Neal PO Box 193 Red River, NM 87558 (575) 754-2729 www.redriverstables.com Extreme Hunting Adventures Matt Gilstrap HC 30 Box 469 Winston, NM 87943 (575) 772-5927 www.newmexico1outfitter.com Frontier Outfitting & Guide Service G.T. Nunn PO Box 35 Bosque, NM 87006 (505) 350-9775 www.frontieroutfitting.com Graham’s Guide Service, LLC Joseph Graham 266 Eagle Creek Canyon Rd. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (575) 937-2099 www.grahamsguideservices.com H&A Outfitters, Inc. Andrew Salgado PO Box 16461 Santa Fe, NM 87592 (505) 474-6959 www.nmbiggamehunting.com Harry Wood Guide & Outfitter Harry Wood 5244 CR149 Centerville, TX 75833 (903) 536-7130 www.harrywoodguides.com

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Kennedy Hunting Services, Inc. Kirk Kennedy 41 Outfitters Rd. Des Moines, NM 88418 (575) 278-2185 www.kennedyhuntingservices.com Knight Guiding/Outfitting LLC Daric Knight PO Box 212 Springerville, AZ 85938 (928) 521-9897 www.knightguiding.com Largo Canyon Outfitters Mark Mcknight 300 Heiland Rd Aztec, NM 87410 (505) 330-1639 www.largocanyonoutfitters.com Limestone Outfitters Darell Welty PO Box 75 Winston, NM 87943 (575) 772-5768

Lobo Outfitters Dick Ray 4821A Hwy 84 Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 (970) 264-5546 www.lobooutfitters.com

Morris Mosimann Hunting Services Morris Mosimann HCR 62-Box 81 Raton, NM 87740 (575) 445-3255

Lodge & Ranch at Chama Land & Cattle Co. Frank Simms PO Box 127 Chama, NM 87520 (575) 756-2133 www.lodgeatchama.com/index.html Mangas Outfitters Tuffy Barnett PO Box 354 Datil, NM 87821 (575) 838-6202 www.mangasoutfitters.com

Mountain States Guide Service Rob Degner PO Box 6310 Navajo Dam, NM 87419 (505) 320-2602 www.mountainstatesguideservice.com New Mexico Elk Hunting Jack McCormick 88 Brannen Rd. Tijeras, NM 87059 (505) 321-8202 www.elkoutfitter.com

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New Mexico Hunting Adventures Vincent Vigil 10201 Ventana Hills Rd. Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 363-1638 www.nmhuntingadventures.com

Milligan Brand Outfitting, Inc. Ray Milligan HC 75 Box 87 Chama, NM 87520 (505) 470-1944 www.milliganbrand.com

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Premier Hunts of New Mexico Art Orthman PO Box 402 Eagle Nest, NM 87718 (575) 377-3556 www.premierhunts-nm.com Rancho Rojo Outfitters Mark Harper PO Box 155 Coyote, NM 87012 (575) 638-5004 www.harperhunts.com RB Outfitter and Guide Services Ron Schalla PO Box 57 Chama, NM 87520 (575) 756-1409 www.rboutfittershunt.com Redwing Outfitters Bob Daugherty HC 30 Box 165 Winston, NM 87943 (575) 743-0448 www.redwinghunts.com Ridgeline Outfitters LLC Dan Reyes 1239 Sunflower Ave. Belen, NM 87002 (505) 866-1074 www.ridgelineoutfitters.com Rio Brazos Outfitters, Inc Frank Simms 7 Paintbrush Ct Santa Fe, NM 87506 (575) 756-2133 www.riobrazosoutfitters.com/ Ross Johnson Outfitters Susan Johnson PO Box 330 Datil, NM 87821 (575) 772-5997 www.rossjohnsonoutfitters.com Royal Trophy Outfitters Andre Galenda 1689 Sturgeon Point Rd Derby, NY 14047 (716) 992-2406 www.rtohunts.com Rugged Cross Outfitters David Welty PO Box 117 Winston, NM 87943 (575) 743-0251

San Francisco River Outfitters Tom Klumker HC 61 Box 179-C Glenwood, NM 88039 (575) 539-2517 www.huntinginnewmexico.com

U-Trailâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Elite Gila Hunts James Mater PO Box 66 Glenwood, NM 88039 (575) 539-2426 www.elitegilahunts.com

Santa Fe Guiding Company Bob King 75 Sibley Road Santa Fe, NM 87508 (505) 466-7964 www.santafeguidingco.com

West Tex-New Mex Hunting Jess Rankin PO Box 2305 Roswell, NM 88202 (575) 622-6600

Southwest NM Trophy Outfitters LLC Nettie Carrejo PO Box 373 Quemado, NM 87829 (575) 773-4729 S-S Outfitters Rick Simpson HC 66 Box 70 Glencoe, NM 88324 (575) 653-4249 www.s-soutfitters.com STC Outfitting Stephen Connor PO Box 396 Cloudcroft, NM 88317 (575) 687-4006 www.stcoutfitting.com The Timbers at Chama Bill Glisson HC 75 Box 136 Chama, NM 87520 (575) 588-7950 www.thetimbersatchama.com Tomahawk Outfitters James Kneip RR 1 Box 33 Springer, NM 87747 (575) 483-5963 www.tomahawkoutfitters.com Top Notch Outfitters Brian Newell PO Box 1353 Capitan, NM 88316 (575) 937-3572 www.topnotchoutfitters.com Trophy Ridge Outfitters Audrey McQueen 725 S. Genevieve Eager, AZ 85925 (505) 350-6487 www.trophyridgeoutfitters.net United States Outfitters, Inc. George Taulman 325 Santistevan Lane Taos, NM 87571 (800) 845-9929 www.huntuso.com

Wildlife Taxidermy & Hunting Foster Butt 437 E Old Hickory Blvd Madison, TN 37115 (615) 865-9323 www.wildlifeoutfitting.com

Exotic Species Outfitters Backcountry Hunt Steve Jones 1029 Haston Rd Carlsbad, NM 88220 (575) 361-1053 www.backcountryhunts.com Beaverhead Outfitters Jack Diamond HC 30 Box 446 Winston, NM 87943 (575) 772-5795 www.beaverheadoutfitters.com Blue Mountain Outfitters Bob Atwood PO Box 697 Belen, NM 87002 (505) 864-6867 www.bluemountainoutfitters.com Circle Seven Guided Hunts Rick Rogers PO Box 707 High Rolls Mtn Pk., NM 88325 (575) 682-2530 www.circlesevenguidedhunts.com Compass West Outfitters Chris Guikema 33 Road 25531 Aztec, NM 87401 (505) 801-7500 www.200inches.com Extreme Hunting Adventures Matt Gilstrap HC 30 Box 469 Winston, NM 87943 (575) 772-5927 www.newmexico1outfitter.com continued on page 54

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Frontier Outfitting & Guide Service G.T. Nunn PO Box 35 Bosque, NM 87006 (505) 350-9775 www.frontieroutfitting.com Graham’s Guide Service, LLC Joseph Graham 266 Eagle Creek Canyon Rd. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (575) 937-2099 www.grahamsguideservices.com H&A Outfitters, Inc. Andrew Salgado PO Box 16461 Santa Fe, NM 87592 (505) 474-6959 www.nmbiggamehunting.com

Redwing Outfitters Bob Daugherty HC 30 Box 165 Winston, NM 87943 (575) 743-0448 www.redwinghunts.com Ridgeline Outfitters LLC Dan Reyes 1239 Sunflower Ave. Belen, NM 87002 (505) 866-1074 www.ridgelineoutfitters.com Rio Brazos Outfitters, Inc Frank Simms 7 Paintbrush Ct Santa Fe, NM 87506 (575) 756-2133 www.riobrazosoutfitters.com/

Haystack Mountain Outfitters R.A. “Pancho” Maples 3306 Woodbine Way Roswell, NM 88203 (575) 626-3386

Ross Johnson Outfitters Susan Johnson PO Box 330 Datil, NM 87821 (575) 772-5997 www.rossjohnsonoutfitters.com

JACO Outfitters, LLC John Olivas HCR 34 Box 65 Holman, NM 87723 (505) 379-5551 www.jacooutfitters.com JFW Ranch Consulting, LLC Jim Welles 10600 Eagle Rock NE Albuquerque, NM 87122 (505) 294-7861 www.newmexicobiggamehunting.com Mangas Outfitters Tuffy Barnett PO Box 354 Datil, NM 87821 (575) 838-6202 www.mangasoutfitters.com

Santa Fe Guiding Company Bob King 75 Sibley Road Santa Fe, NM 87508 (505) 466-7964 www.santafeguidingco.com S-S Outfitters Rick Simpson HC 66 Box 70 Glencoe, NM 88324 (575) 653-4249 www.s-soutfitters.com STC Outfitting Stephen Connor PO Box 396 Cloudcroft, NM 88317 (575) 687-4006 www.stcoutfitting.com

New Mexico Elk Hunting Jack McCormick 88 Brannen Rd. Tijeras, NM 87059 (505) 321-8202 www.elkoutfitter.com New Mexico Hunting Adventures Vincent Vigil 10201 Ventana Hills Rd. Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 363-1638 www.nmhuntingadventures.com

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Top Notch Outfitters Brian Newell PO Box 1353 Capitan, NM 88316 (575) 937-3572 www.topnotchoutfitters.com Trophy Ridge Outfitters Audrey McQueen 725 S. Genevieve Eager, AZ 85925 (505) 350-6487 www.trophyridgeoutfitters.net

United States Outfitters, Inc. George Taulman 325 Santistevan Lane Taos, NM 87571 (800) 845-9929 www.huntuso.com West Tex-New Mex Hunting Jess Rankin PO Box 2305 Roswell, NM 88202 (575) 622-6600

Predator Hunting Outfitters Backcountry Hunt Steve Jones 1029 Haston Rd Carlsbad, NM 88220 (575) 361-1053 www.backcountryhunts.com Blue Mountain Outfitters Bob Atwood PO Box 697 Belen, NM 87002 (505) 864-6867 www.bluemountainoutfitters.com Circle Seven Guided Hunts Rick Rogers PO Box 707 High Rolls Mtn Pk., NM 88325 (575) 682-2530 www.circlesevenguidedhunts.com Compass West Outfitters Chris Guikema 33 Road 25531 Aztec, NM 87401 (505) 801-7500 www.200inches.com Extreme Hunting Adventures Matt Gilstrap HC 30 Box 469 Winston, NM 87943 (575) 772-5927 www.newmexico1outfitter.com Frontier Outfitting & Guide Service G.T. Nunn PO Box 35 Bosque, NM 87006 (505) 350-9775 www.frontieroutfitting.com H&A Outfitters, Inc. Andrew Salgado PO Box 16461 Santa Fe, NM 87592 (505) 474-6959 www.nmbiggamehunting.com

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Harry Wood Guide & Outfitter Harry Wood 5244 CR149 Centerville, TX 75833 (903) 536-7130 www.harrywoodguides.com JACO Outfitters, LLC John Olivas HCR 34 Box 65 Holman, NM 87723 (505) 379-5551 www.jacooutfitters.com James Guide Service Marvin James PO Box 2312 Flagstaff, AZ 86003 (928) 526-6212 www.jamesguideservice.com Kennedy Hunting Services, Inc. Kirk Kennedy 41 Outfitters Rd. Des Moines, NM 88418 (575) 278-2185 www.kennedyhuntingservices.com Lobo Outfitters Dick Ray 4821A Hwy 84 Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 (970) 264-5546 www.lobooutfitters.com New Mexico Elk Hunting Jack McCormick 88 Brannen Rd. Tijeras, NM 87059 (505) 321-8202 www.elkoutfitter.com

Ross Johnson Outfitters Susan Johnson PO Box 330 Datil, NM 87821 (575) 772-5997 www.rossjohnsonoutfitters.com

Frontier Outfitting & Guide Service G.T. Nunn PO Box 35 Bosque, NM 87006 (505) 350-9775 www.frontieroutfitting.com

Royal Trophy Outfitters Andre Galenda 1689 Sturgeon Point Rd Derby, NY 14047 (716) 992-2406 www.rtohunts.com

Haystack Mountain Outfitters R.A. “Pancho” Maples 3306 Woodbine Way Roswell, NM 88203 (575) 626-3386

S-S Outfitters Rick Simpson HC 66 Box 70 Glencoe, NM 88324 (575) 653-4249 www.s-soutfitters.com STC Outfitting Stephen Connor PO Box 396 Cloudcroft, NM 88317 (575) 687-4006 www.stcoutfitting.com Tomahawk Outfitters James Kneip RR 1 Box 33 Springer, NM 87747 (575) 483-5963 www.tomahawkoutfitters.com Trophy Ridge Outfitters Audrey McQueen 725 S. Genevieve Eager, AZ 85925 (505) 350-6487 www.trophyridgeoutfitters.net

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One on One Adventures Bill Lewellen PO Box 215 Jarales, NM 87023 (575) 642-8090 www.oneononeadventures.com

Backcountry Hunt Steve Jones 1029 Haston Rd Carlsbad, NM 88220 (575) 361-1053 www.backcountryhunts.com

RB Outfitter and Guide Services Ron Schalla PO Box 57 Chama, NM 87520 (575) 756-1409 www.rboutfittershunt.com

Blue Mountain Outfitters Bob Atwood PO Box 697 Belen, NM 87002 (505) 864-6867 www.bluemountainoutfitters.com

Ridgeline Outfitters LLC Dan Reyes 1239 Sunflower Ave. Belen, NM 87002 (505) 866-1074 www.ridgelineoutfitters.com

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Assessing Fiscal Sustainability very country faces an intertemporal budget constraint, which requires that its government’s future expenditures, including servicing its outstanding official debt, be covered by its government’s future receipts when measured in present value. The present value difference between a country’s future expenditures and its future receipts is its fiscal gap, says Laurence Kotlikoff, a senior fellow with the National Center for Policy Analysis and economist at Boston University.

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■ The United States needs to raise taxes, cut spending or engage in a combination of these policies by an amount equal to 10.3 percent of annual GDP to close its fiscal gap.

■ Closing the gap via raising taxes would require an immediate and permanent 57 percent increase in all federal taxes.

■ Closing the gap via spending cuts (apart from servicing official debt) would require an immediate and permanent 37 percent reduction in spending.

This grave picture of America’s fiscal position effectively constitutes a declaration of bankruptcy.

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Teff could be a solution for drought-stricken forage s drought continues to challenge New Mexico’s agriculture, New Mexico State University’s Agricultural Experiment Station’s research indicates teff forage to be a premium alternative crop that is heat resistant and requires less water to thrive.

Teff forage was introduced to New Mexico from Ethiopia about 10 years ago. Leonard Lauriault, superintendent at the NMSU Agricultural Science Center at Tucumcari, assessed the benefits of this hay crop at the Tucumcari and Los Lunas science centers.

Although in Ethiopia and parts of the U.S. the grain teff produces, which is comparable to wheat, is used for human consumption, Lauriault’s research focused on teff’s value as a forage crop.

The grain is strictly used for human consumption and the forage for hay production. Lauriault said that teff is not suitable for grazing because it has a weak root system in contrast to alfalfa.

“There’s considerable amount of variability between our study and what has been previously published,” Lauriault said. “We found that the teff could yield about the same as alfalfa in the second half of the growing season with half the water.”

“What producers can do is have the alfalfa and have another field of teff, since alfalfa does not need a lot of water in the spring,” Lauriault said. “Stop irrigating the alfalfa after mid-June and water teff for the rest of the growing season. With about half the water you would use for alfalfa, you get the same yields.”

Teff should not be planted too early in the spring because it is not tolerant of cold temperatures and has the time to thrive without the interference of other weeds.

Lauriault added that teff is a top quality feed, mainly used for horses. His 2007-2008 research using irrigation water demonstrated that planting in mid-June or early July, which is considered late planting, “may have shortened the time between planting and the first harvest and possibly saved irrigation water.”

The study also showed that teff could be used for dairy feed, but it is a better source of feed for horses, especially those that are diabetic or have metabolic disorders.

Mark Marsalis, Extension forage specialist at the NMSU Agricultural Science Center at Los Lunas, added that “teff grows well throughout much of New Mexico, and one of its primary qualities is that it is a drought-tolerant crop, palatable for horses.”

He said that teff seems to be preferred by horses because of its fine-stemmed nature and high quality, which is similar to timothy hay.

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“The first nitrogen application, about 60 pounds per acre, is best applied after it is planted,” Lauriault said. “After the second cutting, if there is time for a third cutting, about 30 more pounds per acre of nitrogen can be applied.”

Alternating alfalfa and teff during different growing seasons helps with the irrigation water scarcity that is notable after the first growing season.

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Landowners help Game and Fish capture poachers hen New Mexico Department of Game and Fish conservation officers go undercover to catch poachers, their success often depends upon the help of landowners and sportsmen.

A recent Department investigation of in southwestern New Mexico’s Catron County resulted in charges against three poachers. The charges included the unlawful killing of an elk with a rifle during a bow-only hunt, unlawful possession of an elk, unlawful use of a license issued to another, tampering with evidence, waste of game, and several accessory charges.

Department officers arrested the individuals Sept. 21 in a remote area southeast of Reserve. An investigation conducted earlier that day led officers to believe that the trophy elk in the defendant’s possession was shot illegally with a rifle.

“It’s our job to stop poaching, but we cannot do it without the help of the community,” said Col. Robert Griego, who leads the Department’s Law Enforcement Division. “We couldn’t have made this case without the assistance of the Salvo family, who allowed us to use their cabin, printer and electricity to prepare an affidavit for a search warrant and then let us use their home phone to contact a judge who could approve it. We also owe our success to the guides and hunters who shared their camp with us, and the other agencies who came together to share resources and ensure that this mission was a success,” Griego said.

The investigation leading to the charges is part of the Department’s ongoing efforts to fight poaching in New Mexico. Department officers on patrol in Catron County were looking for individuals they suspected would try to illegally shoot elk with a rifle during the archeryonly season.

An undercover Game and Fish officer was patrolling the area when a man and his girlfriend, who were scouting for elk in Game Management Unit 16D, pulled over to speak with him. The officer recognized the man from a previous investigation, but the man did not recognize the officer.

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unit during the peak of the rut, when bull elk are most vocal and vulnerable. She was the only licensed hunter in their party, made up of herself, her boyfriend and her boyfriend’s father.

A team of Department officers began to monitor their activity and camped nearby.

A short distance away, an outfitter camp with several guides and hunters were staying on the Y Ranch. The Salvo family and the guides allowed the officers to hide their trucks behind the hunting cabin and welcomed the officers indoors to eat and rest during long hours on patrol. The cabin was in one of the few areas where there was cell-phone reception, and the officers utilized the area to call one another and exchange information.

“We were happy to help,” Bobby Salvo of the Y Ranch said. “As livestock producers, we care for the land and manage it to ensure that our cattle are healthy and have optimum gain, and this in turn benefits the wildlife that lives on and around our ranch.”

“We appreciate the wildlife and enjoy having a hand in their management and protection. We don’t want to see poachers coming in and killing them,” Salvo said.

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21, an officer already was awake and on patrol. He saw two individuals drive their pickup a short distance from camp and stop. A bull elk bugled nearby. The officer watched someone wearing a headlamp leave the truck and walk into the darkness toward the bugling elk.

The officer alerted his partners and they sat overlooking the area until the sun rose.

At about 7 a.m. they heard a rifle shot come from the direction of the bugling elk. A half-hour later, the woman drove a pickup from camp toward the location where the shot had been heard. Using the elevation of the hill to boost his cell-phone reception, the officer called his team to relay the information. The officers began to quickly and silently work their way toward the location where they believed an elk had been poached.

After searching for hours, an officer found the remains of a large bull elk missing all four quarters, the back straps and head. He climbed a nearby ridge and held out his cell phone to check for reception.

The signal allowed him to notify the other team members that he had found the dead elk. A nearby officer worked his way toward him from the Y Ranch hunt camp to help him document the evidence.

The officers began conducting a detailed necropsy of the elk. They found

only one wound: On the right shoulder of the elk appeared to be the entrance wound of a bullet. The officers dissected the area slowly, removing a quarter inch of flesh at a time. They noticed that the wound channel had the round shape of a mushroomed bullet, not the “X” or “Y” shape created by the razor sharp blades of a broadhead tip of an arrow. The wound tracked deep into the upper chest cavity and into the lungs. The officers turned the elk over and discovered the bullet’s exit wound high on the left side and into the bottom of the spine. In the exit wound they found the evidence they needed: fragments from the copper jacket of a bullet.

Given the evidence, the officers were certain that the elk had been unlawfully killed with a rifle. One of the officers at the scene took a tissue sample from the elk with his pocket knife. If the DNA from the elk carcass were to match the DNA of the head and four quarters they suspected they would find in the poachers’ possession, they could scientifically prove the elk had unlawfully killed.

But, to get the sample the officers knew they would need a search warrant, and they would need it fast. The poachers had begun to pack up their belongings and break camp. For the Department officers, time was short and beginning to run out.

“We knew that the father and son weren’t going to admit to anything and we would need to prove every charge with physical evidence,” Griego said.

With the bullet fragments and DNA samples in hand, an officer radioed his team at the Y Ranch hunt camp and told them to be ready to stop the poachers if they tried to leave the area. The officers positioned themselves two miles south of N.M. 12 at the Y ranch headquarters.

As the suspects drove away from their camp and neared the end of the road on the Y Ranch, two Department law enforcement trucks pulled in behind them with their red lights flashing. The suspects pulled over. The officers directed them to step out of their vehicles and placed them in handcuffs.

When the officers began questioning the woman, at first she gave them a cover story. But when they told her that they knew the elk had been shot with a rifle and a piece of bullet had been found in the wound, she began to cry. She confessed that her boyfriend had shot the elk. She said she had been at camp and had only come later to tag the elk and pose for phocontinued on page 63

Safari Club honors Ben Byrd as Officer of the Year en Byrd, a top conservation officer with the Department of Game and Fish, has been named New Mexico Wildlife Officer of the Year, a prestigious award sponsored by the conservation organization ShikarSafari Club International.

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The officers arrested the suspects and drove for more than an hour to the Catron County jail in Reserve for booking. The man who shot the elk was charged with several misdemeanor violations, including poaching an elk with a rifle during bow season. His father and girlfriend were charged with four counts of misdemeanor poaching and accessory violations.

After receiving a search warrant, the officers combed the trucks and camper trailer for evidence all night and into the morning. They discovered two high-powered rifles hidden under a mattress, two ice chests full of fresh elk meat and the head of a six-by-six bull elk valued by the state at $8,000.

An officer collected tissue samples from the meat and sent them along with the tissue samples taken from the elk carcass to by analyzed by a lab. The lab found that the samples had identical genotypes or gene sequences, verifying that they had originated from the same elk.

“This was a great case where our uniformed and undercover officers worked together toward a common goal, and the support of the community made it all possible,” Griego said. This is a perfect example of New Mexico’s wildlife reaping the benefits of strong relationships between our officers and landowners.

Anyone with information about wildlife crimes in New Mexico may anonymously contact Operation Game Thief at 1-800432-4263. Rewards are available for information leading to the arrest and prosecu■ tion of wildlife poachers.

investigative team, the Operation Game Thief program and supervises the revocation, training and recruiting programs.

“Ben is one of the most dedicated and respected officers we have in the department,” said Robert Griego, colonel of Field Operations. “He should be recognized not just for his exemplary law enforcement efforts, but also his participation in gamemanagement activities.”

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Program Recognizes Private Landowners’ Role in Mule Deer Restoration Efforts

by STEWART LILEY BIG GAME PROGRAM MANAGER, WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIVISION, N.M. DEPARTMENT OF GAME AND FISH he New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is counting on longtime partners to help reverse the disturbing trend of declining mule deer populations across the state. And perhaps the most valuable partners in that quest are the thousands of private landowners who, as stewards of the land, provide critical habitat for livestock and wildlife.

By providing their livestock with the basics needed to thrive in a sometimes harsh southwestern environment, ranchers also are providing for wildlife. Whether it’s food, water, cover or predator management, what’s good for livestock usually is good for wildlife.

The Department always has recognized the important contributions private landowners make toward enhancing mule deer populations. But as deer numbers continue to decline, the Dept. hopes more ranchers will participate in a special program to enhance deer habitat on private land.

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For several years, the Private Land Deer Conservation Incentive Program has rewarded dozens of participating landowners with expanded hunting opportunities on their property. In exchange for deer habitat enhancements, landowners receive benefits such as longer seasons and special licenses.

“It’s a win-win situation for the landowners and the deer,” said Darrel Weybright, assistant chief of the Department’s Wildlife Management Division. “In many cases, landowners are rewarded just for doing a little more than what they normally do for their livestock anyway.”

Landowners who sign up for the program provide the Department with a management plan that describes the property, its primary use, habitat treatment history and deer population. Department biologists then visit the property to evaluate habitat conditions and provide technical assistance for planning projects. Although the Department attempts to maintain some consistency across ranches, it considers each property as unique. Incentive rewards are determined by the nature and extent of habitat work completed.

When considering specific habitat improvements, biologists evaluate key factors that influence mule deer populations and health. The objective is to tailor habi-

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Food One of the best ways private landowners can help deer is to make sure they have plenty of quality, diverse food sources.

Mule deer are primarily browsers, meaning a majority of their diet is comprised of leaves, twigs, buds of woody plants, weeds and flowers. Usually, less than 10 percent of their annual diet is composed of grasses.

Effective habitat restoration projects often focus on maintaining browse plants for deer during the winter and in dry years when browse is mostly absent from ranges. Quality browse also plays an important role in helping deer recover from winter stress, and promotes fawn survival in spring and early summer.

Cover Deer need places to take shelter from the weather and hide from predators, but adequate cover often is overlooked when landowners design habitat improvement projects. The Department works with landowners in the Private Land Deer Conservation Incentive Program to design projects that leave 30 to 50 percent of large areas as patchwork patterns of trees or large shrubs.

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Water projects as part of deer habitat improvements should recognize that the demand for water varies through the year depending on the animal’s sex and age, and environmental conditions. For example, pregnant or lactating mule deer may need habitat closer to reliable water sources because of the increased demands of gestation.

Deer biologists generally recommend landowners maintain one to three water sources per square mile.

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from moving from cover to food or long migrations as seen in northwestern N.M..

Modifying fencing schemes on a property can substantially impact how wildlife utilizes the resources available to them.

Removing unnecessary interior fences can improve wildlife movement and reduce entanglements. Lowering the top wire to 42 inches or lower makes it easier for deer to successfully clear the fence, especially if it is on a slope. Raising the bottom wire to at least 16 inches off the ground provides easier crossings for fawns.

Fence damage can be limited by using smooth wire for the top and bottom strands, as barbs may get caught on animals going over or under, leading to bro-

ken strands. Implementing these modifications allows for a four-wire rather than five-wire fence, reducing material and labor costs.

Predators Predators such as cougars and coyotes can have a substantial impact on deer populations.

Cougars specialize in killing mule deer and can be challenging to control because they can switch prey sources, surviving on anything from rabbits to cattle. This can lead to increased numbers of cougars, and because cougars prefer deer as prey, deer populations can suffer. The Department sometimes allows landowners to use snares to keep cougars in check.

While mountain lions primarily prey on adult mule deer, coyotes go after fawns.

Although coyotes can be managed through consistent harvesting, trapping or aerial gunning, consistent management is vital. Coyotes can recover from population control quickly through increased pup production, which may negate any benefits from control efforts.

The Department encourages landowners to learn more about the Private Land Deer Conservation Incentive Program.

Through the program, Department staff will help assess conditions on the property that affect mule deer, develop appropriate habitat projects and identify additional funding sources.

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Stewardship & Partnership: The Keys To Abundant Wildlife

by CAREN COWAN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NEW MEXICO CATTLE GROWERS’ ASSOCIATION ictionary.com defines a partner as “a person who shares or is associated with another in some action or

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endeavor; sharer; associate.” The same source defines stewardship as “1. the position and duties of a steward, a person who acts as the surrogate of another or others, especially by managing property, financial affairs, an estate, etc. 2. the responsible overseeing and protection of something considered to be worth caring for . . .”

There can’t be many who dispute that New Mexico’s and the nation’s abundant wildlife today is something worth caring for. Nor should anyone dispute that caring for that wildlife is a shared responsibility between those who own and manage the land and those who use wildlife for recre-

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ation, be that hunting, fishing, trapping, photography or simply watching.

A rub can come in where, how and when that stewardship and what partnership occurs. To those who own and manage the land and water that is home to the hundreds of species that may share any particular piece of land, stewardship and partnership is the daily routine and in many cases has been handed down for generations. It is the rare piece of land that is set aside for a sole purpose.

Landowners understand that while they hold the property and water rights it will be shared with wildlife. The key is to find the appropriate level of sharing that allows that landowner to economically use the property while wildlife has habitat as well.

Water in the West is a scarce commodity. Before ranchers and farmers arrived on the scene over four centuries ago, wildlife had to depend on the natural water, rivers, creeks and springs, to survive. That severely limited the territory that wildlife could range. When ranchers and farmers settled, they dugs wells, at first by hand.

They built ditch systems, in New Mexico called acequias, to bring the precious water to their livestock and crops. They

“The game that had provided sustenance to the first dwellers on the land also provided much needed protein for the settlers ...” built earthen tanks or dams to catch and hold rainwater for use at a later time.

That water served several purposes. Not only did it allow livestock and crops to grow, it allowed wildlife to expand their range well beyond what Mother Nature had previously provided. Rather than living only within a close radius of natural water, wildlife could expand to areas around man-made water sources. The populations of animals could expand as well as more water became available.

The game that had provided sustenance to the first dwellers on the land also provided much needed protein for the settlers, including the military, the railroad

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2. If you are under 65 and have individual (non-group) coverage for you and your family or you have your own small group plan. a. If your policy was purchased before March 2010 and you have not made changes to the policy [no increased deductible, etc], this policy is grand fathered and you can keep it as long as the insurance company keeps renewing that plan. b. Your policy was purchased after March 2010. If your policy is from Blue Cross Blue Shield or Lovelace, you can keep it until Dec. 1, 2014. You will have to select a new plan after that date.

3. If you are covered under the New Mexico Cattle Growers member group policy with Blue Cross Blue Shield, your coverage will continue until August 1, 2014. You will be alerted to any proposed changes in your plan by June 1, 2014.

Q. I do not have health coverage, what are my options? a. Sign up by March 31, 2014, for a policy that will begin on April 1, 2014 with one of the following companies: i. Blue Cross Blue Shield ii. Presbyterian iii. New Mexico Health Connections iv. Molina (only for those eligible for Medicaid) b. How do you do it?

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builders and workers, and other people who came West to seek their fortune.

Without question some of those “early adapters,” no matter their reason for heading West, didn’t understand how fragile and weather dependent resources were where annual rainfall is less than 10 or 12 inches a year. Land, water and wildlife were overused. As they learned the hard way, it can take centuries to for those land and water resources to heal.

Fortunately wildlife is much more resilient. Yes, there is a state and federal threatened and endangered species list.

But that is a whole different story for another day. For the most part if wildlife has water and food with a fair chance of avoiding predators, it can and does thrive.

New Mexico and the nation have learned during the near record drought the past few years just how dependent upon rainfall man and wildlife are. Even man-made watering facilities aren’t enough if there is not rainfall. The rains late this summer have been a tremendous relief. Lots of New Mexico caught water, rivers and lakes rose. Parched land got a much need drink of water and the land-

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scape greened up. Wildlife and livestock were able to fill their bellies and head into winter with some energy reserves and hopefully bred to produce babies in the spring.

We are not out of the woods yet. The rains came late in the growing season, not a lot of grass grew. There will not be abundant feed for wildlife and livestock through the winter. For there to be grass next

Livestock grazing has been a part of New Mexico’s economy since Onate fist came to the region over 400 years ago. spring to feed lactating mothers, there must be ample moisture — rain and snow — through the winter. Snow pack is needed so that rivers and streams will run providing water until next summer’s rains come.

Distribution of these scarce resources is

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where stewardship and partnership come into play. To fully understand land management in New Mexico, one must first understand landownership within the state. Nearly 60 percent of the land is owned and controlled by some form of government, federal, state and tribal. That leaves only about 40 percent that is privately owned paying taxes and creating economic activity.

Livestock grazing has been a part of New Mexico’s economy since Onate fist came to the region over 400 years ago.

That practice remains a large part of the state’s economy as well as a tool for prudent land management. The vast majority of New Mexico ranches are owned by families many who have been on the land for six generations with four generations living on the ranch today. Hunting, fishing and trapping are all part of their culture and heritage not only for sport, but for putting meat on the table.

Most of those ranches are made up of private land co-mingled with federal and/or State Trust lands. Federal and State Trust lands are not one in the same. As their names indicate they are managed by different governments and they have different rules. Federal lands, those managed by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) are “multiple use” lands that are available for a wide variety of “public” uses ranging from livestock grazing, mineral production to wildlife recreation. By law timber production is on that list, but policy changes within the USFS over the last few decades has dictated that timber is only fuel for the catastrophic fires the West has suffered in recent years.

Both federal agencies have bureaucracies to manage the land to some degree but without the ranching community there would be no daily on-the-ground stewards of the land. Nor would there be water for wildlife. Most of the water is owned by the ranchers, although the USFS is testing water law on many levels today.

Even if the agency held ownership of the water, they do not have the manpower to maintain the watering facilities away from rivers and springs that have allowed wildlife populations to grow.

State Trust lands were set aside for the state to generate income for schools and hospitals. Activities on State Trust lands are permitted by the State Land Office.

Part of the responsibility that goes along with a State lease is stewardship — ensuring that the land isn’t harmed by those

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spend some if not all their lives on private land.

With so many different groups with their fingers in the pie of land and wildlife management, only stewardship and partnership will ensure a healthy and robust future for wildlife and the lands that support them. A prime example of this cooperative ability was seen last summer when the NMDGF partnered with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture and Soil & Water Conservation districts to distribute funds to assist with keeping water facilities flowing during the drought. Working through ranch families was the only way to apply those funds. Critics who would scrutinize the agency’s cooperation and partnership with landowners and managers who live and work on the land every day, simply do not have a strong knowledge base about stewardship and wildlife management.

There probably isn’t enough understanding and communication about how and why ranch families manage the land and thus wildlife. Ranchers long ago learned the lesson about letting every acre be grazed all the time. Most ranchers have some sort of grazing rotation system controlled duration and density of livestock so that there is enough grass to go around for

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who are not permitted to be there. The New Mexico Department of Game & Fish (NMDGF) pays for access for hunters during hunting and scouting seasons.

Additionally there are lands that are owned by agencies including the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS). Hunting is allowed on some lands held by the FWS, but FWS employees don’t seem to believe that they are held to state game laws, as evidenced by the recent killing of elk on the Bosque Del Apache by federal employees out of season while denying New Mexico hunters the opportunity to hunt them via a depredation hunt.

The National Park Service, the Bureau of Reclamation, the New Mexico State Parks and the NMDGF along with others also own and/or manage lands in New Mexico that may or may not allow hunting and other wildlife recreation. It is also worth noting that four of the nation’s top ten landowners listed in The Land Report’s “America’s Top 100 Landowners” hold property in New Mexico. Another little know fact, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation, is that the majority of species in the United States

all the species living on the land. It is necessary to hold pasture open, shutting off watering facilities, so that the land has time to rest and grass can re-grow. Higher elevation country can only be grazed during the warmer months.

There are those that think that those who live and work on the land are uneducated and therefore unwilling or unable to do the best thing for land and wildlife. That couldn’t be farther from the truth. Most ranchers today have college educations and are requiring that their children have post graduate training before they come home. The mining and oil and gas industries have evolving technologies that minimize land and wildlife disturbance.

Wise land use provides the greatest conservation benefit for wildlife. Because ranchers and other users such as the oil and gas industry are on the land every day, they possess the knowledge what the land and wildlife need for continued health. The New Mexico Sportsmen for Fish & Wildlife are partnering with the New Mexico Oil & Gas Association and private companies to address conservation on the ground.

The next time you are enjoying wildlife in whatever form you choose, remember all those people who are working together ■ to make your experience possible.

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Among them: Arkansas voters must now show a photo ID at polling places, while Virginia voters for the first time will be able to register online.

In Colorado, 16 year olds will be able to pre-register to vote, but must still wait until they’re 18 to vote.

California students must be allowed to play school sports and use school bathrooms “consistent with their gender identity,” regardless of their birth identity.

In Oregon, new mothers will now be able to take their placentas home from the hospital — some experts say ingesting it has positive health benefits. Another new state law bans smoking in motor vehicles when children are present.

Minimum-wage increases take effect in four northeastern states: Connecticut’s rises to $8.70 an hour; New Jersey’s to $8.25; and New York’s and Rhode Island’s to $8. In nine other states, the minimum wage rises automatically because it’s indexed to inflation.

Perhaps most significantly, Colorado adults age 21 or older will be able to buy up to an ounce of marijuana for recreational use from a state-licensed retail store.

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Florida: Expanded early voting.

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2013 Cattleman of the Year Presented by BILL SAUBLE ach year the New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association honors one of its own for their selfless generosity to the Association, our families, our state, our region and often our nation. The winner is nominated and selected by the Board.

The level of giving really doesn’t vary much from honoree to honoree — all are tied hard and fast. They are all committed to raising good cattle. They are all committed to seeing that we can continue ranching.

There are many things that make this year’s honoree unique. He is one of the most innovate and deep thinking individuals among us. He gives of himself, whether he is serving on the school board, the county commission or is visiting the local CowBelle meeting. He not only works hard on his own ranch but also gives a great amount of thought, energy and time to furthering the causes of the cattle industry and helping other cattlemen.

He analyzes everything and talks cows, numbers, water, technology, the importance of pending legislation. I don’t think he knows the meaning of “inside the box.”

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Stirling Spencer is a fourth generation rancher and the great-grandson of the first Governor of New Mexico William C. McDonald who owned the ranch Stirling is still on. He graduated from New Mexico Military Institute and New Mexico State University (NMSU) with a degree in chemical engineering. He went to work for Continental Water Company. In 1978 when his father’s health began to fail, Stirling bought controlling interest in the family ranch, making it his life-long career.

Just a few on the list of Stirling’s service

Al Porter (l), Farm Credit of New Mexico and CoBank, presents the 2013 Cattleman of the Year Award to Stirling Spencer, along with Stan Fettig & Aubrey Dunn, both with Farm Credit.

include two terms as a Lincoln County Commissioner, Director of the AZ/NM Coalition of Counties, the NMCGA Board, the Cattlegrowers Foundation, the Production Credit Association, the Farm & Ranch Museum, the Tom & Evelyn Linebery Policy Center at NMSU, the NMSU Corona Ranch Advisory Board. He has been CowBelle Man of the Year. He is currently serving as County Probate Judge.

He is never afraid to take a stand for the industry and is both an intelligent and articulate spokesperson. He has donated generous to Cattle Growers’ and numerous other groups. Stirling contributes significant effort to encourage young people in the industry through employment opportunities on the ranch. He can always be counted on to be a strong supporter of FFA and 4-H members especially to the Lincoln County Fair Junior Livestock Sale.

He is one of the motivating factors in developing NMCGA leadership like our past president Rex Wilson.

We are pleased to have about 20 members of Stirling’s family and friends with us tonight.

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2013 Inspector of the Year Presented by REX WILSON & BILL SAUBLE he New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association and its members depend on the Livestock Board and its force of inspectors each and every day and night of the year. The partnership between the Association and the Board is nearly a century old and we salute the Livestock Board for their more than 125 year history of service.

This year’s inspector of the year is Kenneth Hileman. His nomination comes from some folks who don’t lavish praise but who value hard work and dedication to service. This is an honor they believe Kenneth has earned many times over.

Kenneth grew up on the family homestead in Clovis where they ran Charolais cattle. He married Martye Bailey and they reared three children, Sheridan, Kendra and Lindsey. His children have blessed him with three grandsons, Trenton, Luke and Stetson.

Kenneth’s first jobs included feeding rodeo bulls for his cousin and driving a tractor for a neighbor. He started working for the Clovis, Portales and Roswell sale barns in 1974. In addition to working the sale barns he took another job caring for wheat pasture cattle. He continued both jobs until his family starved out and he started his career with the New Mexico Livestock Board in June of 1987. In 1989 he successfully completed the Police Academy. He worked out of Clovis for 14 years then transferred to Weed, N.M. in 2001 where he still lives today as the District 4 Brand Inspector.

Kenneth has been with the New Mexico Livestock Board for nearly 27 years. He was planning to retire this month but his producers begged him to stay. He has an outstanding reputation for his dedication to them. Kenneth is truly a great asset to the industry and the New Mexico Livestock Board.

Thank you, Sauble Ranch for sponsor■ ing this award.

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NMCGA President Rex Wilson (l) presents the Ayudando Award to Dee Bridgers (l).

here are countless people behind, and sometimes in front, of the scenes who support and make the work of the New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association possible. Nearly two decades ago the Ayudando — “You are always there” Award was established to honor those individuals within and outside the Association who give their 100 percent to our families and our businesses.

These people come from all walks of life and all sorts of careers but they all care about ranchers and our families. They give of themselves at a variety of levels. Some of them we have known forever, others are newer friends, but they all give of themselves for our benefit — they are always there.

This year we want to thank a person that came into our family uniquely. She is retired military, she has never owned a cow, but has a brand. It doesn’t matter what we ask of her, she has ALWAYS delivered.

Dee Bridgers became part of the Bob Frost family during the Bill Richardson presidential campaign . . . but don’t hold that against her. It was long after that she became part of the Cattle Growers’ family.

Dee has been a long-time sponsor of the Cowboy Christmas Party, has been live support for the Silent Auction and has volunteered literally countless hours to NMCGA and today works part time in the Office.

She has done everything from manning booths to cleaning the office, but most of all she is our friend and a member of the ■ Cattle Growers’ family.

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Rex Wilson (l), NMCGA President, presents the Bruce & Alice King Memorial Service Award to David Abby (c), with Bill King (r).

ew Mexicans were blessed with tremendous examples of what public service and love of community really means in the persons of Bruce and Alice King who will always be known as the Governor and First Lady of New Mexico.

The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ has chosen to remember those examples and Bruce and Alice’s memory by honoring other New Mexicans who follow in their footsteps annually. This year we are honoring someone who knew Governor King probably better than most and served the Legislature during several administrations.

He didn’t grow up cowboy, but it seems that he has always been a cowboy at heart.

When he met and married his beautiful bride the cowboy dream became a reality.

You fill find him in coat and tie during the week, but on many weekends you will find him at the Erramouspe Ranch getting dirty.

David Abby is the Legislative Finance Committee Director where he is key to our state’s budget and finances. He also oversees many other duties in Legislative Council Service. He has been an ace in the hole more times than we can count.

David, we want to say not only thank you to you but also to Lorin and Lucy. We know that your work hours are often long — and they probably try your patience But you can be sure that there many, many of us in the ranching industry that know and value the work you do on our behalf and ■ the state as a whole.

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Kenneth Heilman (l), 2013 Inspector of the Year, receiving his award from Bill Sauble (r), Chairman of the New Mexico Livestock Board and sponsor of the award.

NMCGA Youth Win Awards During 2013 Joint Stockmenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Convention

Barrett Ray (c) was a NMCGA/Purina/ YCLC 2013 Scholarship winner. She received her check from Gary Creighton (l), Purina, and Boe Lopez (r)

2013 NMCGA State Fair Novice Showmanship Winner Cooper Autrey (l) receives his buckle from YCLC Chairman Boe Lopez.

Derrick Cosper (l) was NMCGA State Fair Showmanship Senior Winner. YCLC Chairman Boe Lopez (r) presents the award.

Colton Law (l) was Junior NMCGA Champion Showman the 2013 New Mexico State Fair. Boe Lopez presented him his buckle.

LynnMarie Jarrett (l) won the $500 Trade Show Exhibitor Scholarship. Boe Lopez presented the award.

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2013 Budâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Contract Award

Sam Smallidge PhD (l) receives the 2013 Budâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Contract Award from New Mexico Federal Lands Council President Bebo Lee.

Presented by JOSE VARELA LOPEZ & BEBO LEE he â&#x20AC;&#x153;Budâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Contract Awardâ&#x20AC;? is presented here every year in memory of Bud Eppers. For those of you who didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know Bud, he was a rancher from the Roswell area who got involved in Federal land grazing issues because of a problem on his own place. He went on to represent all of us on a wide range of issues involving federal and state land grazing, water law and private property rights. Bud lobbied for us in Santa Fe and Washington on these issues and others. Bud wanted to present this bronze to someone who had been a friend to the federal land grazing industry but he wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t able to get it done before we lost him.

The New Mexico Federal Lands Council decided to make it an annual award in his memory. Jimmy Bason came up with the Budâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Contract name and I am sure those of you who knew Bud would agree that it fits.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipient was born and raised in Lafayette, Indiana. He grew up among his three older brothers in a loving and devout Christian home. His father

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worked as a chemist at Purdue University analyzing feeds, and instilled in his children the absolute importance of agriculture to the security of the United States.

His mother raised her four boys with strict discipline and abundant love. We have been told our recipient needed an extra helping of the former.

As he grew up, experiences in Scouting, martial arts, football, wrestling, hunting, fishing and trapping and his education helped to develop self-determination, problem solving skills and commitment to his community.

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He earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Wildlife at Purdue University in 1993. He was married in 1995 and moved immediately to New Mexico to obtain his masters in Wildlife under Dr. VW Howard and finally a PhD in Range Science under Dr. Red Baker at New Mexico State University (NMSU). In 2005 he recieved his PhD and was offered employment as the Range Specialist in 2007. In 2009, he transitioned to the Wildlife Specialist position and was recruited to be the Range Improvement continued on page 77

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Task Force (RITF) Coordinator in July of 2010.

Other RITF members and coordinators have been recipients of this award in the past and with good reason. Grazing critics seldom if ever have any facts to back up their attacks on our industry and our way of life. In countless instances the scientific data provided by RITF specialists has made the case and kept enemies of livestock grazing from pushing ranchers off their land. No other state has an organization like the Task Force to support the livestock industry. The RITF is one of our most valuable assets and it has to have leadership to coordinate its efforts.

This year’s Bud’s Contract Award winner is RITF Coordinator Sam Smallidge.

Some of the issues Sam has been involved in recently include the Forest Service’s attempt to arbitrarily redefine an animal unit resulting in reduced stocking rates, providing data on Endangered Species Act listings and Habitat designations, including the Jaguar Critical Habitat proposal, numerous actions on the Mexican Wolf reintroduction, and providing data for the argument against Sand Dune Lizard listing.

Sam and the Task Force were also instrumental along with New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) in providing data to keep grazing in the Mountainair Ranger District when the Forest Service decided to drastically reduce stocking rates earlier this year without facts to support their actions.

We have also been told that he has not

been afraid of anything in his work to provide the facts we need to support our arguments . . . except Caren’s dog.

Federal and State funding cuts have cost the Task Force personnel in recent years. Sam has worked hard to restore positions and rebuild the Task Force.

Sam and his wife Maureen are the proud parents of three boys, John, 17; Hugh 15, and Nate, 12. Throughout his life, his faith in God has been his strength.

He understands that being a father to his own kids is not only one of the greatest responsibilities in life it is also the most important achievement.

Sam spends countless hours on the road away from his family to help us defend a way of life we believe is important to ours. That kind of dedication is what ■ this award is about.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO LAUREN NUNN, DEMING 2013 COWBELLE OF THE YEAR! Lauren’s commitment and dedication to CowBelles and the ranching community as a whole n is second to none. From her ow te kitchen at the ranch to the Sta nch Ra & Fair, the Farm Heritage Museum, the Luna County Commission, and her BorderBelles Local, Lauren is ALWAYS hard at work!

Lauren Nunn receives award from Sharon King

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Risk factors for BRD in calves JOHN MADAY, MANAGING EDITOR, DROVERS CATTLENETWORK hile a great deal of study has taken place on bovine respiratory disease (BRD) in feedlots, BRD also sometimes affects young calves, and less is known about the disease complex at that production stage. During the recent American Association of Bovine Practitioners conference, veterinarians provided some

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Russ Daly, DVM, MS, DACVPM, from South Dakota State University (SDSU), said pre-weaning BRD outbreaks are not predictable, and when outbreaks occur, within-herd incidence can often be high.

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While timely treatment is important, he also advises taking a systematic approach toward mitigating the disease — at the kitchen table rather than at the chute. He encourages veterinarians to sit down with their clients to compile information on the outbreak to gain understanding of how it occurred, resolve it and prevent future problems.

He suggests gathering information on the animals affected including their age at the time of infection, where they were located on the ranch and, when possible, other information such as identification of sick calves’ dams, age of the dams and dystocia scores. Also discuss time events such as herd-management dates, group movements, introduction of other animals to the herd and weather events around the time of the onset of clinical signs. The veterinarian potentially can use this information to determine how the disease established and spread within the herd BRD, of course, can involve several different pathogens including bacteria and viruses, and Daly encourages veterinarians to employ diagnostic testing in postmortem examinations for any calves that die from BRD. Daly said that veterinarians investigating these cases will also frequently perform ante-mortem testing. SDSU testing in herds with outbreaks of BRD in calves has found a variety of bacterial pathogens including Mannheimia haemolytica, Pasteurella multocida,Histophilus somni and Mycoplasma bovis. Tests also detected viruses associated with BRD including bovine respiratory syncytial virus, infectious bovine rhinotracheitis and coronavirus, which are frequently isolated from these cases. There is much to learn about properly interpreting results from ante■ mortem samples, Daly says.

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PoundMakin’ GENETICS

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roviding world-class selection tools to Gelbvieh and Balancer® breeders and their commercial customers is a high priority of the American Gelbvieh Association. Reliable indexes backed by sound science help producers analyze economically relevant traits.

Just over one year ago, the American Gelbvieh Association Board of Directors targeted development of a maternal index as the number one priority in the AGA’s Impacting the Beef BusinessTM long-range strategic plan. This decision was indisputable given that from day one, the Gelbvieh breed has demonstrated its superior maternal characteristics both at research institutions like the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center and across the beef industry. Providing Gelbvieh and Balancer® breeders and their commercial customers with the best possible tool for maternal selection makes great sense.

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Can’t we just continue using individual EPDs and mix and match traits to suite our needs? Certainly, but the power of indexes is that they include multiple traits, weighted by their economic importance.

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continue to estimate what traits to include in their own selection schemes and speculate on how much emphasis to place on each trait. However, today we have the science and know-how to do much better.

Indexes aren’t new. Early indexes were proposed by two renowned scientists, Drs. Hazel and Lush, nearly 70 years ago and have been used in the poultry and swine industries for the last 20 plus years.

Different indexes can have different end-points such as carcass, feeder calf value, feed efficiency and maternal.

Indexes may include anywhere from two to as many as a dozen traits and are usually expressed in dollars per head.

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Soon after the Board’s decision, the AGA contracted with Dr. Michael MacNeil of Delta Genomics to develop a maternal index. Dr. MacNeil is a geneticist and biometrician with 30 plus years experience at the USDA Livestock and Range Research Station near Miles City, Montana.

The first step was to analyze the AGA database and create EPDs for key components of the index not already in existence.

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Gelbvieh Breeders Recognized for Selecting for Maternal Efficiency in Cow Herd nnually, the American Gelbvieh Association honors females in their Herdbook that exhibit consistent maternal efficiency and stayability through the Dam of Merit and Dam of Distinction program. The AGA credits its members who continue to place selection emphasis on the maternal traits of the breed by being owners or breeders of these outstanding Gelbvieh and Balancer® females.

Of the 39,516 active cows in the AGA Herdbook, only 3.6 percent qualify for Dam of Merit. Only 0.8 percent of all active cows qualify for the Dam of Distinction honors.

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bined with several others including direct and maternal calving ease, weaning weight, milk, stayability and average daily gain to create the prototype maternal index.

ond calf and wean one in that would push down hard on the scale,” comments the American Gelbvieh Association’s Frank Padilla. “The females that qualified for the Dam of Merit and Dam of Distinction program did not achieve such a level of productivity by happenstance. Breeders placed selection pressure on these traits in the development of females that would perform at a level that surpasses others.”

The following is the top ten ranking of states for the combined total of Dams of Merit and Dams of Distinction:

Stayability is an economically relevant trait and has a large influence on herd profitability.

Kansas, South Dakota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Missouri, Montana, Arizona, Iowa, Colorado, Minnesota.

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The next steps Association staff is working with Dr. MacNeil and an industry oversight committee to predict the long-term impact of selection using the maternal index. It is anticipated that the new maternal index will make its official debut in the January 2014 AGA Sire Summary. Two additional indexes will also be reviewed by the AGA Industry Oversight and Breed Improvement committees for potential inclusion in the 2014 Sire Summary.

These new indexes, combined with the power of genomic-enhanced EPDs, will provide Gelbvieh and Balancer breeders with world-class selection tools. It’s another example of doing all we can to positively impact our commercial cus■ tomers and the entire beef business.

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ity of average cow herd stayability. Essentially the study determined that a one unit increase in overall herd stayability resulted 1991 to honor the top-notch cows in the in an increase in profit of $2,500 for herds breed. The program recognizes two levels with 40 percent of the cows remaining in of productivity based on data submitted to the herd to six years of age. the American Gelbvieh Association office.

The following lists the top ten breeders A Dam of Merit must have produced at of Dams of Merit and Dams of Distinction: least three calves, while a Dam of DistincBar T Bar Ranch, Inc., Winslow, Ariz., tion must have proJudd Ranch, Inc., duced a minimum of Pomona, Kan., Lazy eight calves. Both levTV Ranch, Selby, Gelbvieh & Balancer® S.D., els must still meet Schroeder, the strict qualificaInc., Sioux Falls, females offer tions requiring S.D., Knoll Crest maternal superiority Farms, breeders to place Red House, selection pressure on ... a wise choice for Va., Wehri Gelbvieh, early puberty and Hebron, N.D., Midcommercial cow-calf dle Creek Farms, conception, regular calving intervals, and producers. Beef cow Bozeman, Mont., above-average weanFlying H Genetics, stayability is an ing weights.

Arapahoe, Neb., Gelbvieh and BalPost Rock Cattle indication of a bull’s Co., Barnard, Kan., ancer® females offer maternal superiority daughters’ ability to MLM Gelbvieh, and continue to be a Superior, Neb. enter the breeding wise choice for comThe listing of the mercial cow-calf protop 10 owners of herd & remain ducers. Beef cow Dams of Merit and productive at least stayability is an indiDams of Distinction cation of a bull’s until six years of age. is as follows: daughters’ ability to Bar T Bar Ranch, enter the breeding Inc., Winslow, Ariz., herd and remain proJudd Ranch, Inc., ductive at least until six years of age. Staya- Pomona, Kan., Lazy TV Ranch, Selby, S.D., bility is an economically relevant trait and Flying H Genetics, Arapahoe, Neb., has a large influence on herd profitability. Schroeder, Inc., Sioux Falls, S.D., Schafer The costs associated with development or Farms, Inc., Goodhue, Minn., Middle purchase of replacement females is sub- Creek Farms, Bozeman, Mont., Wehri Gelstantial. bvieh, Hebron, N.D., MLM Gelbvieh, SupeA study conducted at Colorado State rior, Neb., Knoll Crest Farms, Red University evaluated the economic variabil- House, Va. ■

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The Teapot Dome Affair uring the presidential administration of William Howard Taft (19091913), three oil reserves for use by the United States Navy were set aside to insure an emergency fuel supply for the fleet since most ships were by then propelled by diesel engines rather than steam power. The reserves were located at Elk Hills and Buena Vista, both in California, and Salt Creek, Wyoming. The third was better known as Teapot Dome.

In June 1920, late in the administration of Woodrow Wilson, the United States Congress passed a law which gave the Secretary of the Navy control over the oil reserves, and directed that benefits from sale of any oil from the reserves be “. . . for the benefit of the United States.”

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Bacon Fall as Secretary of the Interior.

Fall, a long-time New Mexico political figure, had served as United States Senator since statehood in 1912. Earlier, though, in 1907, Fall had purchased the Three Rivers Ranch in Otero County. The ranching operation was apparently not successful and over the years, the ranch had fallen on hard times. One observer called in “run-down” and another source reported that by 1921, the new Interior Secretary was at least eight years behind in his taxes and faced financial ruin. (One wonders if Fall would have been allowed an eight-year tax delinquency had he not been a United States Senator.)

Soon after Fall moved his office from the Senate Office building to the Interior Department, he convinced President Harding that control of the naval oil reserves should be moved to his depart-

ment and with Executive Order Number 3474, signed on May 31, 1921, the president did so.

Fall seems to have soon entered into negotiations with his old friend Edward L. Doheny—they had prospected together around Kingston in the 1880s—who over the years had acquired ownership of the Pan-American Petroleum and Transport Company, for leases of the naval oil reserves. In November of the same year, Ed Doheny “loaned” Fall $100,000, which was used to satisfy Fall’s tax problem and also for extensive improvements to the Three Rivers Ranch. (It is noteworthy that Doheny’s son delivered the “loan” to Fall, in cash, in a “little black bag” at his Washington apartment in the dark of night.)

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She was preceded in death by her husband Jerry Wooten and by her sister Tommy Bryant.

Frank M. Bond, 70, Santa Fe, passed away on December 25, 2013 following a valiant battle with cancer. He was a lawyer, fourth-generation New Mexican and a politician whose genuine interest in people gave him an ability to work across the aisle as a Republican in the New Mexico Legislature dominated by Democrats. But the thing he would most want to be remembered for was the work he and a handful of friends did starting in the 1970s to save the peregrine falcon. He served as president of the International Association for Falconry and Birds of Prey from 2006 to 2012 , but his most significant contribution was working with Cornell University ornithologist Tom Cade to set up and fund The Peregrine Fund. Frank Bond grew up in the NambĂŠ Valley near EspaĂąola, a member of a family that moved to New Mexico in the 1880s and established mercantile interests as well as raising sheep and cattle. After Colorado College, he earned a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Spanish at the University of Arizona. He graduated from the University of New Mexico School of Law in 1983. He represented Santa Feâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House District 47 in the Legislature from 1977 to 1980. He was a member of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cowboy Coalition,â&#x20AC;? in which 11 conservative Democrats joined forces with Republicans to alter the direction of public policy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; particularly reducing property tax and shrinking state government. Bondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public service efforts were wide-ranging. Governor Garrey Carruthers tapped him to chair the Commission on Higher Education. He resigned in 1990 when he became the Republican nominee for governor. He lost

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company, over two others, for leases of the Elk Hills and Buena Vista reserves.

Also in 1921, Fall negotiated with another of his old friends, Harry F. Sinclair, and his Mammoth Oil Company for leases at Teapot Dome reserve in Wyoming. The lease was signed in April 1922. A month later Fall received almost $200,000 in Liberty Bonds from Sinclair, and more money followed. Estimates are that Fall received a total of more than $400,000 in cash and bonds from his two benefactors.

None of this, of course, went unnoticed.

The Albuquerque Morning Journal, via the editorial voice of Publisher Carl Magee, began an exposé in 1922, but Fall was able to hush him up by applying political pressure to the paper’s financial backers, finally forcing Magee out of business. The United States Congress, however, could not be silenced. Wisconsin Senator Robert M. LaFollette was quoted as saying, “. . . the sluice-way for ninety percent of the corruption in government” is Fall’s Department of the Interior.

All of this had a debilitating effect on President Harding, who said, “I have no

trouble with my enemies . . . It is my . . . friends that are giving me trouble.” The president died in August 1922. Fall resigned eight months later in March 1923.

That did not conclude the matter.

There were numerous congressional hearings and a total of eight trials of those involved in the scandal, beginning in 1926.

Doheny was acquitted of bribery, as was Sinclair, although he was convicted of jury tampering. Fall took the hardest hit: he was convicted of accepting a bribe and sentenced to a year in jail and fined $100,000.

He did his jail time in the New Mexico state prison, from July 1931 to May 1932 although he never paid his fine. He thus became the first Presidential Cabinet Secretary to be convicted and imprisoned for misdeeds in office.

Fall never admitted guilt. Former New Mexico Territorial Governor and Congressman George Curry said this: “I believed then, and continue to believe now, that Fall’s troubles were due to bad judgment rather that dishonesty.” It is interesting to note that throughout Curry’s account of the case, which he called “The Fall Tragedy,” he only makes mention of Doheny’s $100,000, completely ignoring Sinclair’s $300,000. (Note that

both Fall and Curry had been active Democrats and switched to Republican because of their associations with Theodore Roosevelt during the SpanishAmerican War.) New Mexico historians Gordon Owen and Will Keleher tend to agree with Curry.

Others historians do not. Presidential biographer and historian William Degregorio stated flatly, “. . . Albert Fall sold for personal gain the nation’s oil reserves at Wyoming’s Teapot Dome.”

Still, one wonders, how could Fall have been convicted of receiving a bribe when no one was convicted of providing it in the first place?

Selected sources: Charles Bennett, “Albert Bacon Fall,” New Mexico Magazine, October 2003 Leslie E. Bennett. “One Lesson From History: Appointment of Special Counsel and the Investigation of the Teapot Dome Scandal,” The Brookings Institution, 1999 Bullis, New Mexico Historical Biographies Curry, Autobiography Mark Gilderhus, “Senator Albert B. Fall,” New Mexico Historical Review, October 1973 Owen, Two Alberts Portales Valley News, May 12, 1932

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The heavens even opened up in the Holy Land, where 16 inches of snow fell in Jerusalem

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by LAWRENCE SOLOMON as did their pleas for subsidies to fight off FINANCIALPOST.COM what they labelled unfair competition Almost everything that could go from Chinese firms. Starting in 2013, wrong did go wrong for the though, their excuses have been wearing thin. China’s Suntech, the world’s largest cause of global warming solar panel manufacturer, has now filed for 013 has been a gloomy year for global bankruptcy, as has LDK Solar, another warming enthusiasts. The sea ice in major firm. Sinovel, China’s largest manuthe Antarctic set a record, according facturers of wind turbines and the world to NASA, extending over a greater area second largest, reported it lost $100-milthan at any time since 1979 when satellite lion after its revenues plunged 60%, and it measurements first began. In the Arctic is now closing plants in Canada, the U.S., the news is also glum. Five years ago, Al and Europe.

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Top) NMBC staff discussed the Native American Beef Program recently at the council office.

LaBatt, one of the nation’s largest food distributor is working with Native American tribes in NM & AZ to market & distribute tribe produced beef products. (l to r) Tom Bertelle, Gene Shepherd, Mary Hunt, Dina Chacón-Reitzel, Livingston Nez & Jorge Murillo.

Bottom) Todd Johnson, NCBA, provides an update on beef’s new target audience & marketing strategy at recent Beef Council meeting.

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1) Darrell Brown thanks Todd Johnson, NCBA Senior V.P. of State Services, for opening the convention with an informative speech on the new “millennial” beef audience & an update on the Beef Checkoff.

2) Darrell Brown, Beef Council Chairman, presents Fita Witte with the 2013 Beef Backer Award at the December Joint Stockman luncheon.

3) Two beef “legends” Minnie Lou Bradley & Linda Davis enjoy the company of Cheramie Viator & Bruce Davis.

4) Producers, Frances & Gerald Chacón enjoy a bit of a family reunion.

Felicia Frost, their daughter is a Marketing Specialist with NM Department of Agriculture in Las Cruces.

5) Long-time industry advocates, Lyn & Brian Greene, Mountainair, get a bite to eat at the reception.

6) NMSU-Cooperative Extension staff enjoy the camaraderie at the reception. (l to r) Blair Clavel, Tracy Hammond, Shad Cox & Mike Hubbert.

7) Karen Budd-Falen & Jeff Witte, NM Secretary of Agriculture, enjoy the convention Welcome Reception.

8) What’s For Dinner? BEEF of course! Mark McCollum & Tamara Hurt serve beef hors d’oeuvre to Les Owen & Nick Ashcroft. The Beef Council co-sponsored the Welcome Reception.

9) Beef Council Directors cheerfully host the Welcome Reception at the recent Joint Stockman Convention. (l to r) Milford Denetclaw, Bernarr Treat, Alicia Sanchez, Darrell Brown, Jonathan Vander Dussen, Tamara Hurt & Mark McCollum.

10) Council Director, Milford Denetclaw serves up delicious beef to Margie McKeen.

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2013 – 2014 DIRECTORS — CHAIRMAN, Darrell Brown (Producer); VICE-CHAIRMAN, Bernarr Treat (Producer); SECRETARY, Alicia Sanchez (Purebred Producer).

NMBC DIRECTORS: Bruce Davis (Producer); David McSherry (Feeder); Mark McCollum (Feeder); Milford Denetclaw (Producer); Jonathan Vander Dussen (Dairy Producer); Tamara Hurt (Producer).

FEDERATION DIRECTOR, Jane Frost (Producer) U.S.M.E.F. DIRECTOR, David McSherry BEEF BOARD DIRECTORS, Tammy Ogilvie (Producer), Wesley Grau (Producer).

For more information contact: New Mexico Beef Council, Dina Chacon-Reitzel, Executive Director 1209 Mountain Rd. Pl. NE, Suite C, Albuquerque, NM 87110 505/841-9407 • 505/841-9409 fax • www.nmbeef.com

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the election to Governor Bruce King. He also chaired the New Mexico Boundary Commission and was vice chair of the Lovelace Respiratory Research Institute board. Frank is survived by daughter Sara Easterson-Bond; son, Franklin H. Bond, Santa Fe; and sisters MaryAnn Bunten, Albuquerque and Amy Lynge, San Francisco.

Bob Gerding, 75, Albuquerque, died December 18, 2013 after a battle with cancer. Mr. Gerding was preceded in death by his parents Louis and Claribel Gerding, his stepmother Millie Gerding, his daughter Laura Gerding Morris and his sister Clarilou Bryce. He was a graduate of Highland High School and the University of New Mexico, where he was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity. he was elected to the Anderson School of Management Hall of Fame.

Bob was a member of the Episcopal church and owner and operator of Bob Gerding’s Outdoor Adventures. His proudest achievement was as the creator of the Bob Gerding;s Outdoor Adventures Hunting and Fishing Show, which ran for 15 years. He was also the author of two books on fly fishing and fly tying. Bob was actively involved in several charitable fly fishing events, was the voice of fly fishing on radio and tv and was the host of tv’s Wild New Mexico. He loved the New Mexico outdoors especially the Jemez Mountains. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Harriet Loken Gerding; sons, Patrick R. Gerding (wife, Stephanie), Seattle, Washington; Michael W. Gerding, Denver; brother, Richard L. Gerding (wife, Eileen), Farmington; his stepsister, Millie McMahon (husband, John), Albuquerque; sonin-law, Flint Morris; two granddaughters, and a grandson; a great-granddaughter; nieces and nephews, and, many other family and friends. The family would like to express a special thanks to Chris Gerding, Bett Clark, Presbyterian Hospice and Home Instead for their wonderful care.

Leona May Draper, 84, Pueblo, Colorado, passed away December 28, 2013.

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1980 Working the Orndorff

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e helped our neighbors, as they did us. Dewey Brown and Rusty McCorkle, sure enough good hands, were on the old Bursom Ranch to the South. The Monte Prieto (meaning black hills) joined us on the East, and was run by a good man who became a good friend, Duncan Majors. He loved the ranch life, was tall, thin, soft spoken, and had friendly grey eyes with a spark. Duncan was a man of his word, a man to ride the river with! He could get a big grin when a snuffy cow put someone over the fence, or a true expression of concern for someone having tough luck. I believe one of his favorite things was a cup of coffee, a good smoke and visiting by the fire! That fall of 1979 Jim split the crew so that we all got to help the Monte Prieto.

When I say all the Orndorff crew, it includes Loren Patterson. His Mom did such a good job of home schooling, he spent a lot of time with us on horseback.

Other outfits that helped, who were cowboys and fun to work with, were John and Morgan Maxwell; Ernest Copeland; my amigo Larry Dean from the Question Mark Outfit; and Bob Carter, who ran the old Harvey outfit owned by Charley and Betty Martin. That ol’ Monte Prieto Ranch is 100 sections of grass and lots of cedar hills and rim rocks. It’s a long way from anywhere.

It was always fun to neighbor with them as they did it western. If something ran off they roped it and brought it back and Duncan’s wife, Gail, always had a cowboy meal that we all looked forward to. There were several old Indian ruins on the Orndorff outfit, and pottery pieces scattered all through that range. There is quite a history there . . . I always felt another presence when I rode by one of those ruins.

Another winter morning we roped out our mounts and got them saddled. It was overcast and cold. Jim sent Sam and I to prowl the Forrest Pasture, and then to go

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in the neighbors’, up the Chupadera Wash.

He took a stick and drew a little map in the dirt in front of the saddle house to show us how that range lay, and where to locate the Chupadera Springs and a ruin near it. If any of our yearlings were in that range they’d be watering at those springs. We hauled our mounts to the gate into the Forrest Pasture, and let Ramon take the rig back. We looked for cattle and came together around 1:00 p.m., and went through a wire gate into the Rainwater Range. We split up, prowling north cutting for sign, and we came back together at those springs. No cattle tracks just deer watering there, so we hobbled our mounts and looked around. There were lots of pottery pieces and cobs of burnt corn sticking out of the sides of that ruin. We had to earn our wages so we mounted up, and rode west, as Jim had told us to watch for a little hill sticking up and a big hole in it! We rode west and found a deep hole in the ground up on a little mesa, man-made from the rock and dirt dug out of that hole.

The story is that in the depression era, a guy with some money believed from old documents and legends, that there was a Spanish mine there. So he hired people needing work, and dug a deep shaft. We found that shaft. When we put some rocks in an old can and dropped it, it went a long ways. By the noise, it also rolled down a side shaft. Neither one of us craved going down into that hole, so we mounted up and prowled a lot of country back to the Orndorff outfit’s north boundary. We found another little wire horseback gate that let us into the big Middle Pasture north of headquarters, then had a long “jig” back to headquarters. We rode in just as Jim and Loren were unsaddling, and we had fun telling Jim how deep that hole was. We all wondered if they found anything in that mine. It felt good to be tired from a long day on horseback and seeing

new range . . . another good day on a cattle outfit. As the winter was changing to spring, we were still on horseback and the cattle had wintered well. We had put in a lot of miles on our horses, earning our wages and taking care of all those cattle.

We were beginning in April and May to start gathering and shipping those cattle to their new homes, be it grass in Colorado or wheat pasture in the Plains.

AB Brannock, who read a little story on me in the November, 1975 issue of The Smithsonian Magazine, had tracked me down in 1976 to order a sculpture. I was at the Luera Outfit out of Magdelena at the time. He came out west to meet me in 1977, when I was at the Dickinson Ranches at Tatum. In 1978, AB brought his wife June, son Josh and daughter Jade, to visit. Thanks to my friends at Robert O. Anderson’s I took the Brannocks riding in those Hondo Valley hills. Jade is now an accomplished rider, who truly loves horses. The next year (September,1979), I was in Colorado to attend The Lasaters’ annual Beef Master Sale, so Mr. Brannock and his son Josh asked me to meet them at the Denver Airport. We flew to Montana and spent several days touring that great state. We spent a lot of time at Charlie Russell’s camp in Great Falls, and the wonderful Russell collection at Helena. That was one of the best trips I’ve ever had, thanks to AB’s generosity. The Brannocks have become close friends and in 1998, Carol and I had the privilege of attending Jade’s wedding in North Carolina.

About the time we were finishing shipping those yearlings, AB, or as he likes to be called, Tony, and his son Josh came to see me at the Orndorff. Josh wanted to stay and learn about cowpunchin’. We had lots of back prowling to do, as we were short a few in all that brush. Sammy had gone to continued on page 91

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another outfit, so we had a mounts for Josh. He spent most of the summer with us, had a lot of savvy, and made a hand. We had been riding steady for a couple of weeks, when Josh and I made a circle in that southeast pasture, as we knew by the tracks at the waterings that there were a few left. We jumped them and with some tall riding, managed to get them to those east pens. There were five or six of them, and a couple of them were plenty wild. Just as we were easing them to the corral gate, one of them blew snot and came out by me. I hollered at Josh to do his best, because it was really hot and I wanted to catch that outlaw quickly. He hit some brush pronto, but I lucked out and bedded him down on the first loop. He was big and I got to him before he could get up, then sidelined him. I mounted and hit a lope.

When I got close, there sat Josh on the top of the gate post, rolling a smoke, with the cattle in the corral and gate shut. I was afraid he might have had trouble, so I said, “Did you get them all?” He blew a smoke ring kind of like Clint, and said “Well, yes.

Isn’t that what I was supposed to do?” We

had a good laugh while we cooled off at the water trough.

One day, riding into the headquarters, we came across a big rattlesnake. I stepped off and with one shot took care of him. Josh thought that was “western” and was pretty impressed with my shooting. I was surprised that I hit it on the first shot, but didn’t let on, and gave that pistol a little spin as I put it in the holster. I put my heel on what was left of the snake’s head, cut it off and handed the whole Duncan Majors dragging calves in the North Pens at the Question Mark Ranch; 1981. thing to Josh, who didn’t flinch at all when I said, “We’ll put his hide on the cantle of your saddle.” He said, “I thought Josh was plenty proud as he washed the you ate them.” I lied and said, “Some- last bite down with cowboy coffee, rolled a times.” He said “Let’s eat this one!” I rolled smoke and said, “I feel pretty punchy.” it in lots of corn meal and fried it in a deep Another good day on the Rancho! fryer. I was stalling, so I cooked it a long time. We ate it with ketchup, and Tabasco.

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or well over the past decade as our country has been at war ostensively to rid the world of terrorists . . . but also to protect the world’s energy supply. During this time we have preached about the ills of putting food production for our nation in foreign hands. It seems that food wasn’t even an issue worth warring about.

Today a large percentage beef production and the majority of pork production in the U.S. are in the hands of foreign companies.

Labor costs and over-regulation began driving the growth of fruits and vegetables outside our borders some time ago. It was only a matter of time before meat became involved.

Trade agreements started with allowing cattle to move back and forth US borders with Mexico and Canada. There was an

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It wasn’t long after that the debate about country of origin labeling (COOL) started and continues to rage today on a world basis at least in the beef community.

Read on to see how the steaks (I know) are getting higher.

The erosion of US protein production started much more subtlety over the past few years. Foreign companies figured out that they could simply buy meat companies in the US. It began with Brazil’s JBS purchase of feedlots and a packing plant.

In the past year China has purchased Smithfield, the major producer of pork products.

It is a major thorn in my side that the Meat Export Federation is bragging about

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its programs in China to get the Chinese to eat more pork. Dah . . . the Chinese just bought Smithfield . . . shouldn’t China be spending its own more to improve pork consumption?

But it gets better. On December 23, USDA’s Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register that seeks to allow regionalization among states in Brazil and to allow the importation of fresh beef from certain states into the U.S. provided certain requirements are met.

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tation of fresh (chilled or frozen) beef from a region in Brazil (the States of Bahia, Distrito Federal, Espirito Santo, Goias, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Parana, Rio Grande do Sul, Rio de Janeiro, Rondonia, Sao Paulo, Sergipe, and Tocantins). Based on the evidence in a recent risk assessment, we have determined that fresh (chilled or frozen) beef can be safely imported from those Brazilian States provided certain conditions are met. This action would provide for the importation of beef from the designated region in Brazil into the United States while continuing to protect the United States against the introduction of foot-and-mouth disease.”

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Cowboy Movie Night: Johnny Boggs & City Slickers A Cowboys Real & Imagined event Santa Fe—Award-winning author Johnny D. Boggs hosts the final Cowboy Movie Night on Friday, January 17, at 5:30 pm in the History Museum Auditorium. He’ll talk briefly about the Billy Crystal movie City Slickers before a free showing of the filmed-in-New-Mexico flick.

“Could you imagine Charles Bronson in the Jack Palance role?” Boggs asked of the actor who plays Curly, the movie’s crusty trail-driver. “Bronson couldn’t either.”

Good thing for Palance that Bronson rejected the role, because it became one of his most memorable.

Johnny D. Boggs 2008 “City Slickers may not be the best Western ever filmed in New Mexico, but it won Jack Palance an Oscar,” Boggs said, adding, “And, no, I’m not doing pushups before my introduction.”

(Oscar fans may recall a 73-year-old Palance ripping out a few impressive one-armed pushups during his acceptance speech.)

Boggs, a Santa Fe resident, is no slouch in the award-winning arena. This year, he picked up a Rounders Award from New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte for living, articulating and promoting the Western way of life. Praised by Booklist magazine as “among the best western writers at work today,” he’s one of the few authors to have won both the Western Heritage Wrangler Award and Spur Award for his fiction (six times on that Spur Award, by the way). True West magazine named him the Best Living Fiction Writer in its 2008 Best of the West Awards, and the magazine’s readers voted him Best Living Fiction Writer in 2012.

His oeuvre includes some 60 books and nearly 40 short stories, including, most recently, Billy the Kid on Film, 1911-2012; West Texas Kill; and Legacy of a Lawman. Find out more at www.johnnydboggs.com.

City Slickers is a 1991 comedy about a group of men in the throes of a mid-life crisis who find renewal and purpose on a cattle-driving vacation. It was filmed at various locations in New Mexico.

The exhibition is generously supported by the Brindle Foundation; Burnett Foundation; Albert and Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation, Houston; Candace Good Jacobson in memory of Thomas Jefferson Good III; New Mexico Humanities Council; Newman’s Own Foundation; Palace Guard; Eugenia Cowden Pettit and Michael Pettit; Jane and Charlie Gaillard; Moise Livestock Company; the New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association; and the many contributors to the Director’s Leadership, Annual Education, and Exhibitions Development Funds.

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Other Chinese Eating Habits Wal-Mart has recalled a donkey meat product in China after tests showed that it contained DNA of other animals, according to the BBC. Wal-Mart says it will reimburse customers who bought the “Five Spice” donkey meat and the US firm is also helping local authorities with an investigation into its local supplier.

The Shandong Food and Drug Administration said the product contained fox meat.

Donkey meat is a popular snack in some parts of China.

Food safety is a sensitive issue in the country where recent scares have undermined consumer’s confidence in the food supply chain.

Sales at KFC owner, Yum Brands, were

hit when one of its chicken suppliers in China was found to have used excessive levels of antibiotics.

Wal-Mart is taking action to reassure shoppers, including setting-up a team to investigate the incident and strengthening its food safety rules.

It also intends to take legal action against the supplier of the tainted donkey meat.

The chief executive of Wal-Mart’s Chinese operations, Greg Foran, said: “It is a deep lesson (for us) that we need to continue to increase investment in supplier management.”

Not real sure how this fits into the whole horse slaughter plant battle, but interesting none the less.

Facebook page received two comments on a post that were by our definition HATE SPEECH. Most of the time we leave those posts up because they stimulate discussion and we can count on someone else putting the commenter in its place.

These particular comments were so foul and hateful that we took them down, blocked the commenter and reported them to Facebook. However, when we were presented the box to note the reason for the report, for “hate speech” we were limited to speech that addressed race, gender, religion, orientation and disease.

Hate speech goes well beyond those areas . . . Facebook, why are not all citizens protected from hate speech?

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It isn’t. You may have heard on television or read in a newspaper that it is now the law of New Mexico that agricultural businesses now have to pay workman’s compensation to their employees if they employ more than three (3) people.

The law hasn’t changed. The New Mexico Center on Law & Poverty Inc. (Center) would have you believe differently.

Forgive me, the story is a bit long but it is important. In the past the Center has tried to amend the workman’s compensation law as it relates to agriculture in New Mexico. The fights were bitter and sometimes ugly from Worker’s Comp Advisory Board to legislative committee meetings but New Mexico’s ranch and farm families prevailed. Things are generally not that difficult if you have the truth on your side.

The Center failed in the Legislature.

Frustrated that their efforts were foiled, the Center then embarked on a different path.

They filed a lawsuit in State District Court in Bernalillo against the Workers’ Compensation Administration (WCA) on behalf of three workers claiming to be injured on dairies. That suit should be been dismissed on its face because it was filed in the wrong venue.

Part of the state’s workers’ comp law is a separate workers’ comp court to handle all matters dealing with these issues. It is perplexing that the case was not thrown out . . . until you consider who defended the WCA. With the state under a previous regime, the WCA was directed to and happily allowed the New Mexico Attorney General’s Office handle the case. Not only was there not a motion to dismiss filed, there

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was absolutely no defense of the case whatsoever.

The Center presented more than 370 “facts” to the Court. The AG’s office, without contacting anyone in the agricultural community, stipulated (agreed) to those statements. Clearly they are too numerous to list here, but an all time favorite was that the agriculture had been routinely abusing its’ works for the past 100 years.

With literally no defense of the WCA, the District Court ruled in favor of the Center and the three workers. The Court went even further and found that the ag portion of the state’s workers’ comp law was unconstitutional. However, the Court, perhaps because it had not heard anything from agriculture, stopped short of issuing an order to the WCA to being enforcing workers’ comp on agriculture.

About that time regime change took place. The new folks at WCA decided they must appeal the case and represent themselves. An appeal was filed in the matter of the three workers, but not on the constitutionality of the law.

It took some years, but the Court of Appeals acted on the case in late November dismissing the worker cases. Although the constitutionality of the law was not at issue, unfortunately the Appeals Court felt the need to make a comment about it anyway.

They wrote “Having chosen to focus their appeal only on the jurisdictional and authority issues . . . (WCA) cannot escape the effect of the unchallenged parts of the court’s decision.”

Several lawyers have several opinions on just exactly what that means. The Center, run by lawyers, says this means that agricultural employers now must pay for workers’ compensation insurance. But they have been saying that in press releases and op ed pieces for years. It is disappointing that the news media has chosen to run those items without even questioning their validity.

The Center has used the ruling for another 15 minutes of fame and has written bullying letters threatening legal action to agricultural trade organizations as well as individual farmers.

Other attorneys believe that it doesn’t really mean anything. There has been no order of enforcement ever filed against the WCA.

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Here is one perspective that seems to sum it up well: “Our interpretation of the letter is as a warning that the Center on Law and Poverty (and Legal Aid as their free attorneys) will begin to sue based on this court case. I don’t believe that anyone believes that the claims that they outlined actually mandate worker comp for Ag workers. They will sue based on this case making it very costly to defend and hope that they can get the growers that they sue to “cave” before it gets to court. One of the conditions that they will require to settle with anyone they sue, is for the grower/dairyman to purchase workers comp for their workers.”

So what is the course of action now?

Agriculture has never had its day in court.

And why wouldn’t we want to pay workers’ compensation insurance. We say that we care for our workers, right?

There is a short answer and then a longer answer to both of those questions.

Let’s start with the answer on why this is an issue for agriculturalists.

For ranching the cost of worker’s comp insurance is simply costs too much.

Ranchers who are currently choosing to pay the price are paying from 20 to 25 cents on every dollar of wages. Those who have looked into it have received estimates up to 35 cents on the dollar.

The rates are different for every field of endeavor and ranching is at the top end of agriculture. But with today’s economy who can afford to add even 10 percent to their cost of doing business?

So what happens to injured ag workers?

Do they receive care? Just like everything else, there are bad apples in every bin, but the ranchers and farmers that I know see that they employees get medical care.

Until the cost of insurance went through the roof, some carried health insurance policies for their employees. Others carry liability policies that cover worker injuries.

This wasn’t good enough for the Center during the legislative debates and mandated working group discussions. They refused to even take into account that on ranches housing and other amenities are part of the benefits package for employees so there is a roof over an injured worker’s head and their family.

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that this country has had in place a cheap food policy for decades. The return for growing food in a risky environment (Mother Nature) at a price cheap enough for everyone to afford was a break on laws like workers’ comp.

Ranchers and farmers do not have the luxury of pricing what the selling. They are selling a commodity. They take the price offered on the day the commodity is ready for market. You cannot stack cattle and wait for there to be a better market. The price they sell at doesn’t reflect the cost of inputs. Ranchers and farmers do not have the option of passing on the cost of production to the end product consumer.

At every level government is re-evaluating that cheap food policy and cutting programs to assist farmers and maybe that isn’t a bad thing. But how do you insure that we have food growers in our country?

As to agriculture having its day in court on this issue, we are looking for it. But in the mean time here is another place YOU need to be talking to your elected officials.

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Sterling Decker Update

by CURTIS FORT terling Decker, who attends school at Tatum Elementary, is the 7-yearold son of Lea County, NM ranchers, Jeff and Jenna Decker. He suffered traumatic brain injury on October 11, 2013, while working cattle with his family. Although Sterling continues to improve daily, it will be a long road to recovery.

After spending 11 days in the UMC Pediatric ICU in Lubbock, TX and two more days in the hospital, Sterling began his road to recovery in an inpatient rehab facility. With lots of tears, prayers and support Sterling began to gain control of his tongue and his swallowing. The feeding tube was removed and he began to whisper sounds. Whispered words turned into sentences and then he began to vocalize those sentences. His neck, torso and right side of his body got stronger daily and during a

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brief return to the hospital in midNovember, his left side began to respond and make small movements. It has been a snowball effect from there . . . and at the beginning of December, Sterling began to work towards walking with assistance. Each day Sterling gets physically stronger and he works to improve on things such as focusing skills and short term memory. The substantial blood clot in his carotid artery remains and the very painful blood thinning shots will continue. Sterling is recovering at an incredible speed according to the doctors, but will be in out-patient rehabilitation for months following his expected release from in-patient rehab at the end of December.

As you can imagine, Sterling and his family are very excited and thankful that Sterling is coming home. Now a new road to recovery opens up for them and the light at the end of the tunnel continues to burn brightly. Since they just received this news at the time this is being written, the Deckers don’t yet know how or where his out-patient ther-

apy will continue, but they have the faith and conviction that they can face whatever comes. We ask your continued prayers and support of the Decker Family during this time.

It has become such a rewarding and wonderful blessing for all of us involved with this benefit for Sterling Decker. We have received a tremendous reaction of support from many businesses and individuals. I can’t express enough appreciation to my friend, Gary Morton, who has donated his original acrylic painting entitled “Workin’ Alone” so that we can have two winners at the February 15 drawing at Joe’s Boot Shop in Clovis, NM. We particularly appreciate all of you who continue to support the Deckers by purchasing tickets. Without your continued support and prayers, our success will not be possible. Tickets will be available for sale until the drawing on February 15 at Joe’s Boot Shop. Any money mailed for ticket sales that does not reach us before Saturday, February 15, continued on page 99

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will be returned to the sender. Tickets will be available for sale at Joe’s Boot Shop in Clovis until Saturday, February 15 at Noon.

Our special thanks to the following folks who have made the Sterling Decker Benefit Fund a reality.

American Heritage Bank, Clovis, NM Clovis Livestock Market News, Ft. Sumner, NM, Scott and Lisa Stinnett Hobbs Sun newspaper, Hobbs, NM Joe’s Boot Shop, Clovis, NM Lea County Museum, Lovington, NM, Jim Harris Lovington Leader newspaper, Lovington, NM New Mexico Stockman magazine, Albuquerque, NM Norman Johnson Photography, Albuquerque, NM Thanks to our friends for the everexpanding list of ticket-purchase locations. At this time, tickets can be purchased from folks listed:

Albany, TX Neal & Deb Overton, Overton Boot & Saddle, 349 S. Main, Neal Cell 325/721-1848 Carlsbad, NM Pack & Mail, Sandy White, 575/3614156 Clovis, NM American Heritage Bank, 3300 N. Price, 575/762-2800 Joe’s Boot Shop, 2600 Mabry Dr., 575/763-3764 or 800/658-6378 Elida, NM Sid & Betty Price, 575/607-6195 Eunice, NM Greg Holt, 575/394-2874 Ft. Sumner, NM Sixx Shooter Gallery & Gifts, 1535 E. Sumner Ave., Ft. Sumner, NM 88119, 575/355-6666 Hobbs, NM Kountry Korral, 621 Navajo Dr., Hobbs, NM 88240, 575/392-6122 Lovington, NM Lea County Museum, 103 S. Love St., Lovington 575/396-4805

Enchantment 4H, Johnna Wier, 575/390-5786 Portales, NM David Bonner, State Farm Insurance, 310 S. Main Ave, Portales, NM 88130, 575/356-8503 Tatum, NM Cogburn’s Pipe & Supply Co., 800 W. Broadway, Tatum, NM 88267, 575/398-2011 Christie Howe At The Tatum Schools, Call 575/760-0942 For new ticket-purchase locations near you, contact Curtis Fort at 575/398-6423, 575/399-9974 or curtisfort@aol.com. Another option is to mail your check, made payable to The Sterling Decker Benefit Fund in care of Curtis Fort; PO Box 797; Tatum, NM 88267.

Curtis will mail your ticket stubs to you, so be sure to include your mailing address. The drawing will be at Joe’s Boot Shop in Clovis at Noon on Saturday, February 15, so any checks received after Friday, February 14, will be returned to the sender.

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My Cowboy Heroes

“Tom Threepersons

by JIM OLSON

– The Story of Two Persons” om Threepersons was an Indian who became famous. Research reveals numerous stories claiming he was a Cherokee, or perhaps a Blood (Kainai) Indian; He was born in Oklahoma (1889) or perhaps Canada (1888); he was a mounted policeman, tracker and rodeo star in Canada; a famous lawman and prohibition officer in El Paso, Texas; a cowboy in New Mexico and a successful rancher in Canada; he had a leather gun holster named after him and won the World Bronc Riding Championship of 1912; his name was spelled “Threepersons” or perhaps “Three Persons” and he died poor in 1969, in Arizona, or possibly a rich man during 1949 in Canada.

Many accomplishments (and contradictions) for only one man! How did he do so much, making his name a permanent part of Western history and lore? A closer examination of the facts reveals there were—ironically, TWO different “Tom Threepersons,” alive and making headlines at the same time. Their stories are often mistakenly jumbled into one. One was a

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rodeo star, who had a few encounters with the law—the other was a lawman, who had a few encounters with rodeo. First let us look at the rodeo star.

Tom Threepersons the rodeo star was actually “Tom Three Persons,” a Canadianborn, Blood Indian (often referred to as “First Nations” people in Canada) whose primary language was Blackfoot. His birth father was said to be an Anglo whiskey peddler and trader who abandoned his mother when it was found out she was with child.

His mother, a Blood, soon married another and Tom was raised by his stepfather, “Three Persons,” also a Blood. He grew up on the reservation where he learned to hunt, fish, farm, ranch and—ride wild horses. When he was a teenager, his mother sent him to an Indian boarding school where he learned the English language and was baptized into the Catholic faith.

After graduation, Tom married his high school sweetheart and returned to the reservation to settle down and raise cattle.

However, during the many roundups held

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across the reservation, he became known as an outstanding cowboy, a fine roper, and most particularly, a superb bucking horse rider. It was because of these skills friends encouraged Tom to enter his first rodeo at Lethbridge, Canada in 1908. He placed well and returned the next year, winning first. A new career—rodeo, was now in the cards for Tom. It has been written that the lawman, Tom Threepersons, once served in the Canadian Royal Mounted Police. Research shows there was never any “Threepersons” or “Three Persons” enlisted with them.

However, Tom Three Persons, the rodeo cowboy was said to have worked for them as a tracker at times. He was also reportedly a regular “customer” of theirs behind bars as he liked his whiskey and fun— sometimes a little too much. He was supposedly in this exact position (incarcerated for drinking too much) in late August of 1912 when his life was changed forever.

Guy Weadick, an American rodeo and wild west show producer was putting together the very first Calgary Stampede to be held in the first part of September, 1912. It was quite a production, with the best ropers and riders from Canada and the United Stated invited to see who would be the “Worlds Champion” in each event.

Weadick had heard of Tom Three Persons (or probably knew him) because by then, Tom was a well-known local bronc rider. At the time, Tom had been traveling with the Addison Day Wild West Show and was billed as “The Famous Indian Rider.”

When it came time for the Calgary Stampede, it has been said that Weadick sprung Tom from jail so he could compete.

Other reports claim the Mounties just let him out because they knew he was a great bronc rider (he often broke rank horses for them while in jail). Whatever the case may be, Tom would leave the Stampede as the first ever World Champion being of Indian (First Nations), and also of Canadian descent.

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In those days, there was a famous bucking horse called Cyclone who had gone unridden in over one-hundred attempts.

He had thrown off the very best American and Canadian cowboys every time they drew him. After advancing to the final round, as fate would have it, Tom Three Persons (relatively unknown to the world) would draw Cyclone, the world-famous bucking horse. At the end of a legendary ride, still talked about to this day, Tom would become the World Champion Bronc Rider and forever be remembered in rodeo history. He was now a celebrity!

Years later, Weadick was quoted by the Canadian Cattleman magazine, “Three Persons hit Cyclone in both shoulders with his spurs—and hard. Cyclone wasn’t used to such treatment. He reared high and went into his usual pattern of bucking, but Three Persons kept applying the steel.

Cyclone got mad and really started in to buck and did everything on his list to try and unseat the rider who kept hitting him with his spurs every jump. The horse finally quit bucking and stood still.”

For many years after that famous ride, Tom continued to rodeo with success, becoming legendary north of the border.

He invested his winnings wisely, building up a large herd of cattle. He also raised and trained Thoroughbred race horses. As a testament to his success, at the time of his death in 1949, it is reported his estate was worth over eighty-thousand dollars, a whopping sum for the day!

Tom Three Persons remains one of the best-known Canadian Cowboys to this day and is often referred to as “Alberta’s most famous Cowboy.” He remains an inspiration to generations of Canadian Indians and was posthumously inducted into the Canadian Cowboy Hall of Fame and the National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum and Hall of Fame (in Fort Worth, Texas).

Much of what Tom Three Persons, the Canadian rodeo star, accomplished in his lifetime however is often attributed to Tom Threepersons the famous Texas lawman.

Next month we will look at the other of these “Threepersons” who was actually ■ “two persons.”

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Free Henny Penny! s America continues to become tangled in the web of domesticated animal welfare, we continue to exacerbate the inhumane results of our efforts.

The closing of horse slaughter plants has backfired. Our emphasis on spay and neuter clinics has made just a small dent in the number of feral cats and dogs. Millions of canines and felines are euthanized each year. Feral hogs have become as welcome as coyotes, rats, prairie dogs, wolves and white tail deer in many states. The biggest factor in each case can be traced back to decisions made by people with big hearts and a limited knowledge of nature’s way.

The latest example of compassionate, naïve and innocent ignorance backfiring, is the unwanted backyard chicken movement. Urban folks, sincere and serious, want to know where their food comes from. In their mind they have the image of free-range hens laying eggs and pecking around with smiles on their beaks. Roosters welcoming the day, cute little chicks you can hold in your hand.

So far, so good. But as the effort to feed, contain, clean-up after, dust for lice and hose chicken poop off the porch, the swing set, the window sills…the new nervous poultrymen must face reality. They begin to see why farmers using modern practices that prevent disease, increase sanitation, improve their diet, and reduce the muck that goes with raising chickens is important. Reality is not the idyllic farmer-inthe-dell fairy tale they had imagined.

Then the hens quit laying. The neuvofarmer can’t even think about slaughtering such a faithful hen. So, just like dumping unwanted horses, puppies and kittens, they turn their old hens loose . . . sort of a “Free Henny Penny!”

Is this a serious problem? In Minneapolis, a “Chicken rescue facility” reports that they received calls to take 500 abandoned

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chickens. They are working with Animal Control to find homes to place the steady stream of unwanted chickens.

Those of us in rural America look on this problem dumbfounded. Nigerians in refuge camps, Filipino typhoon victims, North Korean mothers, Laotian immigrants plus 98 percent of the people on Earth who have some basic understanding of life’s cycle, are incredulous.

In megacities, we have isolated a significant percentage of our population from reality. They exist in a cocoon that is controlled by electronic robots that keep them and their children separated from dirt, weather, farming, mining timber, drilling and changing their own flat tires. They might as well be living in a space station on the moon.

We, whose job is to feed, house and

comfort these space station citizens make an effort to inform them “Where their food, clothing and shelter comes from.”

But most will never become truly knowledgeable enough in the subjects to make

“In megacities, we have isolated a significant percentage of our population from reality. They exist in a cocoon that is controlled by electronic robots ...” an educated decision. So, it will continue to be up to us, the producers, to make the right decisions, for the right reasons.

So with a tip of the hat to you urban chicken raisers, do your homework, be responsible and enjoy your eggs. And remember, that little chick will one day be at the Campbell’s soup stage of their life.

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“We are very fortunate to have someone of his caliber and experience in this crucial position,” said Ray Baca, NMLB Director.

“He comes from a hands-on background and is willing to do what is necessary, with a common sense approach and consideration and respect to all.”

Martinez, who will start with the NMLB in January, has operated the Rincon Blanco Veterinary Clinic, a large and small animal practice, in Canjilon for 22 years.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following described estray animals have been taken under the provisions of Chapter 77, Article 13 of New Mexico Statutes Annotated 1978, and sold for the benefit of the owners of said estrays as provided by law. The proceeds will be subject to claims and proof of ownership as provided by law. New Mexico Livestock Board Ray Baca, Executive Director · Albuquerque, N.M. All current estrays can now be found on the New Mexico Livestock Board website at www.nmlbonline.com. Lost, missing and stolen reports will be available on our website for 30 days.

Because of the shortage of large animal veterinarians in New Mexico, Martinez’s practice serves a large portion of northern New Mexico, with clients from Clines Corners to the Four Corners area. Eighty percent of the practice is focused on large animals. “This is a very rural area, and we have dedicated ourselves to serving our clients. We are busy, working long days and weekends. I will miss that, but am looking forward to the challenges of my new position,” he said.

Prior to establishing his practice in Canjilon, where he was raised, Martinez worked as a veterinarian in Farmington for ten years, and spent a year working for the New Mexico Racing Commission as the track veterinarian at San Juan Downs.

He also worked for the NMLB from 2003 to 2006 as assistant state veterinarian / field veterinarian, and was the designated bovine tuberculosis epidemiologist during that time. He graduated from Colorado State University in 1981.

Martinez and his family raise Angus cattle for both the commercial and seedstock markets, as well as showing cattle through 4-H and FFA. He and his wife, Donna have two children: Esteban, 21, a part-time student and wildland fire fighter and Brianna, 19, a freshman range science student at New Mexico State University.

When Martinez comes on board, New Mexico will be in the unique position of having two native northern New Mexicans, both bilingual and both cattle producers themselves, leading the NMLB, the agency

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charged with protecting the state’s livestock industry.

Baca went to work for the NMLB in 1993, first as a livestock inspector then as an area and regional supervisor in northeastern New Mexico Leroy Martinez, DVM before he was NM State Veterinarian named director in 2013. He also owns and operates his family’s cattle ranch in San Miguel County.

That background, he said, will help ensure that the agency maintains a common-sense approach. “We want to always listen to the voice of the industry, and we know that anything we consider as far as regulations or enforcement will also affect us, as producers. We know that things aren’t always as simple in reality as they look on paper.”

“It makes a big difference to have had that experience,” Martinez agreed.

Baca is also law-enforcement certified, so as director understands the challenges his inspectors face when enforcing the agency’s rules and regulations and, when necessary, preparing a case against someone. “I have been there. I understand what inspectors are going through on a daily basis,” he said.

Good working relationships with bordering states, including those in Mexico, are important for the health and safety of the livestock industry, and Martinez feels that his background will be an asset. “I am looking forward to working with our international partners and can articulate in our native language. Cattle imported from Mexico are a big business, and while we appreciate the commerce and the millions of dollars it generates, there are risks involved.”

That ability to talk to producers in their native language will also be an asset when working with people in New Mexico. “In parts of New Mexico, there are still a lot of people whose native language is Spanish,” Baca said. “I think it will improve communication and our relationships with those producers for us to be able to talk to them ■ in Spanish.”

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houses. With their departure Kyoto became a club for the non-emitters – the Kyoto Protocol now only covers a paltry 15% of global emissions. At UN-sponsored talks on global warming in Warsaw last month, the Western countries of Europe, North America, and Australia refused to even discuss a proposal from developing countries that would limit emissions in the future.

2013 also saw Australia elect a climateskeptic government in an election that was hailed as a referendum on climate change.

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attitude toward climate change alarmism – almost nowhere does the public believe the scary scenarios painted by the climate change advocates.

2013 was the best of years for climate skeptics; the worst of years for climate change enthusiasts for whom any change – or absence of change — in the weather served as irrefutable proof of climate change. The enthusiasts fell into disbelief that everyone didn’t join them in poohpoohing the failure of the climate models.

That governments and the public would abandon the duty to stop climate change was in their minds no more thinkable than Hell freezing over. Which the way things are going for them, may happen in 2014.

Lawrence Solomon is executive director of Energy Probe, a Toronto-based environmental group.

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and Leona were Pioneer King and Queen of the 73rd Pioneer Day in Florence in September 2000. The Draper Ranch was honored for Ranch Family of the Year in

August 2007 for Custer County. Leona was active in the Wetmore Homemakers Club and Fremont/Custer County Cattlewomen’s Association. She was also a 4-H leader for several years. She is survived by her children, Walter “Buddy” (wife, Jerry) Draper and Peggy (husband, Fred) Davis;

four grandchildren, and seven greatgrandchildren. Lexi, Trey, Mason, Chisum, Avery, Zane, and Macy.

Verla J. Johnson, 52, passed away on Friday, Dec. 20, 2013, in Farmington. She was born February 28, 1961, in Rehobeth, to Leonard and Pauline McCauley. She was born to Bit’ahnii and was born for Tsenabilthni. Verla graduated form Navajo Methodist Mission and attended San Juan College. She studied accounting. She was a San Juan County Volunteer Firefighter.

She is survived by her husband, Gerald Johnson; sons, Dustin K. Johnson and Carlton Johnson; daughters, Shawna C. Johnson and Kelsi Johnson; her mother Pauline McCauley; brothers, Tony McCauley, Dorey Nez, Darrie Kalleco; sisters, Terri Johnson-McCauley and Bertina McCauley; two grandchildren, Morgan McCauley and Marion Ben. Ben Williams, Jr., Douglas, Arizona, passed away on November 29, 2013. A fifth generation Arizonan, Ben attended law school at the University of Arizona after his service in the U.S. Army. He was a successful lawyer for 50 years, during which time he served as a director on the boards of Tucson University Medical Center, and Arizona Public Service Company, among others. He served as the mayor of Douglas, and was President of the League of Arizona Cities and Towns in the late 1980s. His family owned ranches in Arizona, Sonora and Chihuahua, and it was there that Ben developed a deep love for the outdoors and ranching. As a teenager, Ben spent summers working on the ranches in Mexico and in the process became fluent in Spanish and came to love the Mexican culture.

After he retired from the practice of law, he began writing stories which recaptured his family’s history in the old Southwest and Mexico as well as his experience of growing up in what he considered an exceptional era of freedom and adventure. He included many of these stories in the four books he authored. He was a regular contributor to the Tombstone Epitaph and gained a devoted following. Ben’s survivors include Daisy, his beloved wife; four children, Liz (husband, Jim) Boyd, Diane Belcher, Katie (husband, Todd) Braun and Ben Williams III. Also surviving him are six grandchildren.

Mary M. Black, 86, St. David, Arizona, died November 24, 2013, after a short battle with Alhzeimer’s. Mary was born on Oct. 10, 1927, in Dos Cabezas. One of three daughters born to Forest B. Mulkins and continued on page 108

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Bob Alexander, Rolla Hinkle and Larry Foster enjoyed the fellowship.

The crew from Horses For Heroes made good use of the education at Zoetis Cattlemen’s College.

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Chuck Stocks, Sharon King, CowBelle immediate past president, and Barbara Jackson, American National Cattlewomen’s President

New Mexico FFA officers Caleb Gustin (r) and Lane Hand (l) made hands at the Opening General Session.

Director/ Secretary Jeff Witte styling in his new NMCGA jacket.

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Located on both sides of Hwy 104. Owner will finance too! Price is $575,000 La Cueva Canyon Ranch – 1,595 deeded acres w/240 acres of BLM attached. Apache Mesa parcel has tall pines, canyon springs, stock tanks, new fence on NE corner. Turkeys, bear, deer & other native specie. Price is $677,875 & Owner will Finance!

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Reduced to $975,000. Walter Lane Red Top Ranch: 3,800 deeded acres in SE AZ. Priced at $225 per deeded acre. Walter Lane Perkins Ranch: Yavapai County, NE of Chino Valley, 214 deeded acres, 51,625 acres forest lease, 266 AU, located on the Verde River $8,575,000. Andy Groseta Wildhorse Basin Ranch: Yavapai county, 864 deeded, 6701 State Lease, $3,900,000. Con Englehorn La Cienga: Mohave county, 122.83 deeded acres, 166,234 State/BLM Lease, 490 head $1,200,000. Paul Groseta Crooked H: Central AZ, 126 Sections, 450 head Winter Range/664 summer Range. $2,375,000. Traegen Knight Lazy EH: Western AZ, 122.5 deeded, 300,000 BLM/State Lease, 17,486 AUM ephemeral/500 AU yearlong. 18 wells, 4 pumps on CAP Canal. $600,000. Con Englehorn NI Ranch Tombstone AZ: The ranch consists of 6555 deeded acre & 6650 state lease, 250 head annually; all improvements are in top condition, the ranch is well watered w/8 wells, & pipelines. Good strong grass country. The Ni Ranch is one of the last working cattle ranches in the state with the majority of the land being deeded. Priced at $3,150,000

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SIX SHOOTER RANCH – Located approximately 15 miles west of Carrizozo, New Mexico in western Lincoln County. The ranch is comprised of 640 ± Deeded Acres, 961.4 New Mexico State Lease Acres and 11, 246 Federal BLM Lease Acres. Grazing capacity is controlled by a Section 3 BLM grazing permit for 175 Animal Units on a yearlong basis. Improvements include one residence, which has recently been remodeled, hay barn, storage sheds and corrals, all functional.

Water is provided by three wells and an extensive buried pipeline system. Much of the water system has been replaced or installed new within the last five years. The Carrizozo Malpai lava outcrop forms the entire eastern boundary of the ranch. Access to the ranch is gated and locked from Highway 380. Public access is by permission only. Price: $1,300,000.

BORDER RANCH – Located approximately 10 miles east of Columbus, New Mexico along the international boundary with Mexico along and on both sides of State Highway 9. The ranch is comprised of 1,910 ± Deeded Acres, 11,118 NM State Lease Acres and 52,487 Federal BLM Lease Acres. Grazing capacity is set by a Section 3 BLM grazing permit for 613 Animal Units.

Livestock water is provided by three wells and a buried pipeline system. Five sets of working corrals are situated throughout the ranch. Adjoins the Mt. Riley Ranch to the west.

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MT. RILEY – Located approximately 30 miles northwest of Santa Teresa, New Mexico along and on both sides of State Highway 9. The southern boundary of the ranch is the international boundary with Mexico. The ranch is comprised of 160 ± Deeded Acres, 6921 NM State Lease Acres and 74,977 Federal BLM Lease Acres. Grazing Capacity is set by a Section 3 BLM grazing permit for 488 Animal Units on a yearlong basis. The biggest portion of the ranch is located north of the highway. The headquarters is located approximately one mile north of the highway.

Headquarters improvements consist of a camp house, maintenance shop, storage sheds and a large set of working pens with scales. Water is provided by four wells and a buried pipeline system. Adjoins the Border Ranch to the east. Price: $725,000, but negotiable, come look & make an offer. Seller wants the ranch sold.

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New Listing – Buckhorn Ranch 350 head ranch spread over 19,000 acres with 2,163 deeded acres, plus State, BLM and Forest. The ranch is found in one of Southeast Arizona's prime ranching valleys with picturesque setting and steeped in very old history. Asking $2,500,000 Reduced Price: Dripping Springs Ranch – Globe AZ, 202 Head Year Long, 1687 Deeded Acres plus State and BLM, some irrigated pasture, manufactured home, mineral rights. $1,479,680. Call Agent for Details!

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Asking $615,000 New Listing – Rock NV Natural Farm – Willcox, AZ, Organic or Natural Farm w/145 acres, home, barn, possible retail shop, w/ many irrigated pastures. Asking $580,000 Ranches are SELLING! d buyers looking We have many qualifie us if you’re for ranches. Please call considering SELLING!

New Listing: K Bar W Ranch – 640 Deeded, 4880 State, Nicely remodeled stone and adobe home located at the end of the road in the middle of the ranch. 56 head year round. This is a perfect lifestyle ranch. Asking $500,000 New Listing: CK Ranch – Tonopah AZ, 50 acres deeded, 237 head year-long on state and BLM. The waters were recently reworked, and ephemeral increases can bump the numbers with rain. This ranch makes sense. Asking $425,000 Pomerene Ranch – Benson AZ, 81 head yearlong, 92 Acres Deeded, 7650 acres AZ State Lease, nice ranch with many new improvements. Reduced Price to $399,000 We have more ranches available, please check our websites.

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C6 Ranch – This ranch is located at Patagonia AZ. The ranch consists of 40 deeded acres & 8,000 plus acres National Forest Lease. This ranch is rated at 165 head annually. Great water system & good strong grass. Improvements include 1600 sq. ft. home built in 2006, barn & corrals. The Ranch has easy access to town & beautiful views. $725,000.

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Santo Nino – This Ranch is located 7 miles south of Patagonia on the western edge of the beautiful San Rafael Valley. This ranch consists of 62 deeded acres & 12,000 plus National Forest Lease. The ranch is rated at 185 head annually. The land contained in the ranch consists of steep sided ridges to rolling hills along the side of the valley floor. Improvements include 3,000 sq. ft. owners home, cowboy house, barn & corrals. Rarely does a ranch in this area come on the market. $899,000 including cattle.

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NI Ranch Tombstone, AZ – The Ranch consists of 6555 deeded acres and 6650 state lease, 250 head annually; all improvements are in top condition, the ranch is well watered with 8 wells, and pipelines. Good strong grass country. The Ni Ranch is one of the last working cattle ranches in the state with the majority of the land being deeded. Priced at $3,150,000.

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DURAN RANCH — Torrance County, NM This ranch is located immediately east of Duran, NM in SE Torrance County and consists of rolling native pasture which has a good variety of grasses and evergreens. It would make a great cow/calf or yearling outfit and a good place to hunt mule deer or just escape to scenic vistas. It consists of approx. 5125 contiguous deeded acres and 640 acres of NM State Lease. The elevation ranges from 6120 ft. to 6250 ft. Improvements include a 3BR/2BA Dbl Wide MH, Airplane Hangar, Air Strip, RV Storage area, addtl Mobile Home, and 3 water wells. Priced at $375 per deeded acre or $1,921,875. Convenient to Ruidoso, Santa Fe and Albuquerque.

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■ AFTER GOOD RAINS THIS SUMMER this Central NM ranch looks amazingly good w/an abundance of feed throughout the ranch, the springs & spring-fed draws are running & the earthen dams have water. This almost 200 section ranch is virtually all deeded w/some state & BLM leases. Picturesque canyons & mesas add to the aesthetic value of the ranch together w/frontage on the Pecos River. Sub-irrigated meadows along the river which are fenced separately add greatly to the carrying capacity of the ranch. This ranch is well improved w/ nice owner’s home (4,400 sq. ft. +/-), three fire places, large master bedroom, a late 1800s type saloon/guest house w/two bdrms. & bath & several other homes for ranch foreman & employees, 4 large sets of pens & scales, additionally the ranch is well watered w/mills, subs & pipelines. On pvmt. + allweather ranch roads & good feed roads for ease of operation!

■ SANTA FE, NM – 60,260 ac. +/- permitted for 522 cows plus bulls year-round, two large sets of pens (one w/a scale), two sets of improvements, good country in a beautiful setting just off I-25 on an all-weather road.

■ EAST SLOPE OF THE SACRAMENTO MOUNTAINS – 12 mi. +/- of the Penasco River, Brown & Rainbow trout fishing, mule deer, Barbary sheep & turkey, beautiful, new custom-built home w/exceptional landscaping, guest house/office newly remodeled, nice employee housing, barns, steel pens, woven + barbed wire fences, 35,309 ac. +/- (deeded, state & BLM leases) on pvmt.

■ LAGUNA GRANDE TEXAS RANCH –10,500 ac. +/- ranch, large lake w/permits for dam & right-to-impound in place to add tremendous esthetic quality to the ranch together w/hunting, boating, fishing, commercial & residential development potential.

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27.50 Acre Farm – Consists of 3 tracts – 8 Acres, 8 Acres, & 11.5 Acres – will sell separately. Full EBID & shared irrigation well. Community water, electric, telephone & gas on Camunez Road to adjoining property. Beautiful farm land, great mountain & valley views. Take Highway 28 south to San Miguel, east or left on Highway 192, first right or south on Las Colmenas, then left or east on Camunez to end of pavement. Priced at $467,000.

Fancher Ranch – Located southwest of Las Cruces, NM off Afton Road. 198 head permit, 210 acres deeded, 19,224 acres BLM and 4666 acres state land. 2 pastures, 3 wells, 1900 square foot home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, bunk house, green house, horse barn, corrals, round pen, etc. Easy access - 45 minutes from El Paso and Las Cruces. $550,000.

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RANCHES/FARMS *NEW* 400 Head Ranch, adjoining Leslie Canyon, Cochise Co., AZ Highly improved & maintained w/4 homes; horse barn; hay barn; equipment sheds; workshop; roping arena; excellent shipping corrals w/scales; extensive water distribution w/wells, storage & pipelines. Scenic w/rolling grasslands and mountains. Easy country. +/7,346 deeded acres, State lease & USFS permit. This is a top quality ranch & a rare opportunity. $3,900,000. *NEW* 500 Head Ranch, Tucson, AZ Well improved HQ with 3 homes, pool, barns, corrals, airplane hanger & strip. State & BLM grazing leases. 80 Deeded Acres. $2,380,000. Owner may split.

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Operating as a private hunting retreat, and a purebred Angus and Paint horse ranch. +/-1200 deeded acres, +/80 acres of NM lease, and +/-5220 acres BLM. 4BR, 2BA, mfg. home.

Trophy elk, antelope, deer. Elk and mule deer permits. Candidate for a conservation easement or land exchange with the BLM. $1.65M *REDUCED* 52 Head Ranch, San Simon, AZ – Indian Springs Ranch, pristine & private, only 12 miles from I-10. Bighorn sheep, ruins, pictographs. 1480 acres of deeded, 52 head, BLM lease, historic rock house, new cabin, springs, wells. $1,300,000 $975,000, Terms. *REDUCED* 335 Head Ranch, Greenlee County, AZ – +/- 20 Deeded acres, w/two homes, barn & out-

buildings. 58 Sections USFS grazing permit. Good vehicular access to the ranch – otherwise this is a horseback ranch. Scenic, great outfitters prospect. $850,000 $760,000. * REDUCED* 314 Acre Farm, Pearce, AZ – Two pivots, three irrigation wells, charming +/- 2100 s.f. home, four car garage, large metal workshop, both with concrete floors, two railroad cars with cover between for horse stalls, hay and feed storage. $750,000 Now $698,000. * REDUCED* San Simon, AZ – Indian Springs Farm 162 acres w/pivot, nice home, hay barn other utility buildings. $750,000 Now $650,000. *NEW* Graham Co, AZ 78 Plus Head Cattle Ranch – Approx. 640 deeded acres, 3633 acres USFS and 5204 acres BLM; 1 BR, 1 Bath home/camp. Foothills of the Santa Teresa Mountains. $650,000 *REDUCED* Young, AZ, 65+ Acres – Under the Mogollon Rim, small town charm & mountain views. 2100 s.f., 3 BR, 2 Bath home, 2 BR cabin, historic rock home currently a museum, shop, & barn. Excellent opportunity for horse farm, bed & breakfast, or land development. +/- 65 acres for $1,070,000; home & other improvements. $424,500.

240 Acres with Irrigation Rights, Elfrida, AZ – Suitable for hay, crops, pecans, irrigated pasture, homesite or future development. Includes 130 acres of irrigation rights, partially fenced, with corrals, & 1200 gpm well. $336,000 Terms. *NEW* 137 Head Ranch, east of

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Kingman, AZ – 40 Deeded Acres, State Grazing Lease, Adverse Grazing, well watered, good mix of browse and grass, 5 wells, numerous springs, four corrals. Remote but easy access to town. Very scenic. $314,000 Terms.

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NEW MEXICO PROPERTIES Listed Cooperatively w/Action Realty, Cliff, NM, Dale Spurgeon, Broker – 575535-4177

* REDUCED* Virden, NM +/-78 Acre Farm, with 49+ acres of irrigation rights. Pastures recently planted in Bermuda. 3 BR, 2 Bath site built home, shop, hay barn, 8 stall horse barn, unique round pen with adjoining shaded pens, roping arena.

Scenic setting along the Gila River.

Great set up for raising horses also suitable for cattle, hay, pecans, or pistachios, $550,000 Terms. *REDUCED* +/- 50 Head Ranch, Virden, NM – 367 Deeded acres, 4,000 acres BLM, nice HQ w/home, barn, corrals, along two miles of the beautiful Gila River. $525,000 $485,000 HORSE PROPERTIES/LAND San Rafael Valley, AZ – Own a slice of heaven in the pristine San Rafael Valley, 152 Acres for $380,150 & 77 Acres with well for $217,000 Rodeo, NM, 160 Acres - on the western slope of the Peloncillo Mountains.

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The top 10 resolutions for 2014, according to the same website, are to lose weight, get organized, spend less and save more, enjoy life to the fullest, stay fit and healthy, learn something exciting, quit smoking, help others in their dreams, fall in love, and spend more time with family.

Of the resolutions made for the new year, it’s estimated that 75 percent will make it past the first week, and only 46 percent will make it past 6 months. That’s not the greatest of success rates but, of course, that doesn’t mean one shouldn’t try to better oneself in areas where you think improvement is needed.

There’s a natural tendency, I think, to look beyond home for measures of success, however. The problem is that such factors often aren’t totally under our control – things like wealth, recognition, material possessions, etc. Inspirational speaker Zig Ziglar used to say that “Money won’t make you happy, but everybody seems to want to find out for themselves.”

I like to think that the most meaningful yardsticks for measuring success are things that we generally have a lot of control over. There’s an old adage I heard a few years ago that goes something like this: “To the world you may be just one person, but to one person you just may be the world.” I think we all too often get caught up in the race for something more, bigger or better. Meanwhile, the thing that carries

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the truest and deepest personal reward might just be a loved one, be it child, a spouse, an elderly relative or friend, or any person who looks up to you.

This is a lesson I think we all viscerally know and understand, but often have to be reminded of, and it’s the turn of a phrase that sometimes provides the cold slap that forces us to stop and take inventory. And the turning of a new year is always a good time to rededicate ourselves to such important pursuits.

Golda Meir, the legendary Israeli prime minister, once said: “Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life.” I recently heard a more succinct and humorous version of that sentiment by author J.W. Stephens, which went like this: “Strive to be the kind of person your dog thinks you are.”

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Ray & Karen Westall, Owners / Tate Pruett, Ranch Manager GARY GARY MANFORD MANFORD 505/508-2399 505/508-2399 – 505/414-7558 505/414-7558

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Registered Polled Herefords

20 – 50 BRED CHAROLAIS HEIFERS FOR SALE

Bulls & Heifers

575 760-7304 WESLEY GRAU

FOR SALE AT THE FARM

wwwgrauranch.com

Cañones Route P.O. Abiquiu, N.M. 87510 MANUEL SALAZAR P.O. Box 867 Española, N.M. 87532

Phone: 575/638-5434

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Bulls & Bred Heifers, Private Treaty www.CaseyBeefmasters.com Watt, Jr. 325/668-1373 Watt50@sbcglobal.net Watt: 325/762-2605

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19th Annual Bull & Heifer Sale Sat., March 15, 2014 Canyon, Texas 27951 South U.S. Hwy. 87, Canyon, TX 79015-6515 Richmond Hales • 806/488-2471 • Cell. 806/679-1919 Rick Hales • 806/655-3815 • Cell. 806/679-9303 halesangus@midplains.coop • www.halesangus.com

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A A Lazy 6 Angus Ranch . . . . . . . . . . .12, 120 Ag New Mexico, FCS ACA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Agrow Credit Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Ken Ahler Real Estate Co., Inc. . . . . . . . .109 American Angus Association . . . . . . . . . . . .14 American Galloway Breeders Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 American Gelbvieh Association . . . . . . . . . .82 American Water Surveyors . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 American West Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . .109 American West Wild Life Taxidermy . . . . . .51 Archery Shoppe, Mark Chavez . . . . . . . . . .50 Arizona Ranch Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . .111 Artesia Trailer Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 B Ken Babcock Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Back Country Hunts, Steve Jones . . . . . . . .48 Bale Buddy Manufacturing, Inc. . . . . . . . . .94 Bar G Feedyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Bar M Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110, 111 Beaverhead Outdoors Realty, John Diamond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46, 110 Beaverhead Outfitters, Jack Diamond . . . . .42 Best in the West Brangus Sale . . . . . . . . . .17 Big Mesa Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 BJM Sales & Service, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Black Angus “Ready For Work” Bull Sale . .73 Blue Mountain Outfitters, Bob Atwood . . . .44 Bobcat of Albuquerque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Border Tank Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Bovine Elite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Bow K Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Bradley 3 Ranch, Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . .119, 122 Brennand Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 C C & M Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 C Bar Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Capitan Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Carter Brangus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78, 119 Casey Beefmasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Cattleman’s Livestock Commission . . . . . . .95 CattleMax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Caviness Packing Co., Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Don Chalmers Ford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Circle Seven Guided Hunts, Rick Rogers . . .42 Clovis Livestock Auction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Coba Select Sires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Chip Cole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Conniff Cattle Co., LLC . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 89 Cowboys Real & Imagined . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Cox Ranch Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 R.L. Cox Fur & Hide . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89, 97 CPI Pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 George Curtis, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66, 118 D D Squared Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Davis Hats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 David Dean/Campo Bonito . . . . . . . . . . .113 Sterling Decker Fundraiser . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Dees Brothers Brangus . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Dan Delaney Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Denton Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 Desert Scales & Weighing Equipment . . .116 Domenici Law Firm, PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

Lazy D Ranch Red Angus . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Lazy Way Bar Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 M Major Ranch Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Manford Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89, 119 Manzano Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Mathers Realty, Inc./Keith Brownfield . . .114 McKenzie Land & Livestock . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Merrick’s, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Mesa Feed Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Mesa Tractor, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 116 Mesilla Valley Commercial Tire . . . . . .26, 79 Messner Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Michelet Homestead Realty . . . . . . . . . . .113 Chas S. Middleton & Son . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Miller Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Monfette Construction Co. . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Motley Mill & Cube Corporation . . . . . . . . .23 Paul McGillard / Murney Association . . . .113

E Elgin Breeding Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 Eslabon Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 F Farm Credit of New Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Farmway Feed Mill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 FBFS / Monte Anderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 FBFS / Larry Marshall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Federal Premium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Five States Livestock Auction . . . . . . . . . .71 4 Rivers Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Four States Ag Expo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Freeman Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Frontier Outfitting, G. T. Nunn . . . . . . . . . .43 Fury Farms, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 G Giant Rubber Water Tanks . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Grau Charolais . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 118 Grau Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 119 H Hales Angus Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 120 Harrison Quarter Horses . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Hartzog Angus Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 120 Haystack Mtn. Outfitters, Pancho Maples . .48 Headquarters West, Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Headquarters West Ltd./Sam Hubbell . . .112 Henard Ranches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Hubbell Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31, 86 Hudson Livestock Supplements . . . . . . . . .76 Huguley Co. Land Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Hunt NM LLC, Mark Chavez . . . . . . . . . . .50 Hutchison Western . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

N National Animal Interest Alliance . . . . . . . .98 New Mexico Ag Expo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 New Mexico Angus & Hereford Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 New Mexico Beef Industry Initiative . . . . .121 New Mexico Cattle Growers Insurance . . . .67 New Mexico Council of Outfitters and Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 New Mexico Cowbelles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 New Mexico Department of Game and Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 New Mexico 4-H Foundation . . . . . . . . . . .95 New Mexico Property Group . . . . . . . . . .112 New Mexico Purina Dealers . . . . . . . . . . .124 NMSU Animal & Range Sciences . . . . .92, 97 No-Bull Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

I Insurance Services of New Mexico . . . . . . .70 Intermountain Farmers Association . . . . . . .84

O Jim Olson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 One on One Adventures, Bill Lewellen . . . .45

J JaCin Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Jamison Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Jarmon Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83, 118 JFW Ranch Consulting, Jim Welles . . . . . . .36 JMT Pipe & Service Company, LLC . . . . .117 Joe’s Boot Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

P P Bar A Angus Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 118 Phillips Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Poms & Associates, Charles Collier . . . . . . .47 Pot Of Gold Gelbvieh Association . . . . . . . .81 Pratt Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82, 119

L L & H Manufacturing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Laflin Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Lakins Law Firm, PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Lasting Impression Taxidermy, Bill Bowen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

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R The Ranches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102 Red Doc Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 D.J. Reveal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32, 117 Riley & Knight Appraisal LLC . . . . . . . . .112 Robertson Livestock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation . . . . . . . .41 Roswell Brangus Breeders Co-Op . . . . . .123 Roswell Brangus Bull & Female Sale . . . . . .2 Roswell Livestock Auction Co . . . . . . . . . . .6S

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P.O. BOX 278 MILBURN, OK 73450

GAYLAND & PATTI TOWNSEND HOME: 580/443-5777 CELL: 580/380-1606

STEVE & JACKIE TOWNSEND CELL: 580/380-1968

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Please join us for our 23rd

Roswell Brangus Sale

February 22, 2014 Sale HQ – Comfort Suites Call 575-623-5501 early for great rates

We will be

— Consigning — • Brangus Bulls & Angus Plus Bulls • There will be several easy calving & yearling bulls to breed to heifers.

WE ONLY CONSIGN OUR VERY BEST! We are expecting 500 to 700 Females!!!

RAISED IN OKLAHOMA – THE SAME WAY WE RAISED THEM IN NEW MEXICO! CONTACT THESE SOUTHWEST BRANGUS BREEDERS FOR BRANGUS BULLS AND FEMALES.

Floyd Brangus TROY FLOYD P.O. Box 133 Roswell, NM 88201 Phone: 575/734-7005

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Lack-Morrison Brangus JOE PAUL & ROSIE LACK P.O. Box 274, Hatch, NM 87937 Phone: 575/267-1016 • Fax: 575/267-1234 Racheal Carpenter 575-644-1311 BILL MORRISON 411 CR 10, Clovis, NM 88101 Phone: 575/760-7263 Email: bvmorrison@yucca.net lackmorrisonbrangus.com

Parker Brangus LARRY PARKER San Simon, AZ 85632 Days: 520/845-2411 Evenings: 520/845-2315 Larry’s Cell: 520/508-3505 Diane’s Cell: 520/403-1967 Email: jddiane@vtc.net

Townsend Brangus GAYLAND and PATTI TOWNSEND P.O. Box 278 Milburn, Oklahoma 73450 Home: 580/443-5777 Cell: 580/380-1606 JANUARY 2014

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