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Taking science and mystery to the airwaves Photo courtesy of Eugene Heathman

The Lincoln County Paranormal and Historical Society launch new investigations. Kevin, Brian, Lewis, Sumi, and Persephone take to the airwaves at the MTD Radio studios to discuss findings of recent paranormal investigations and discuss their upcoming projects. story on pg. 3

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The Zine, southeast New Mexico’s most recognized entertainment and lifestyle magazine, is designed to accompany our readers throughout the region as they enjoy the diverse and entertaining activities and destinations.

The Zine can be found at the following locations, in addition to being inserted in each week’s Ruidoso Free Press.

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Kent Quick/ Texico, Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce, White Sands National Monument, Hampton Inn, Motel 6, White Sands Missile Range, Super 8 Motel, Imax/Space Hall, Holloman AFB, Plateau Expresso, Boothill RV Resort, Alamo Tire, 84 Lumber, Gerald Champion Hospital

Eddy County

CMC, Hotels/Motels, Sutherlands, La Tienda, Artesia Chamber of Commerce, Bennies Western Wear, Eddy

Federal Credit Union, Artesia General, Yucca Health

Lea County

Ocotillo Golf Course, Hampton Inn, Hospital, Lea County Inn, Country Inn and Suites, Iron Skillet Café, Event Center, Albertsons, Denny’s, Ranchers Steak House

CHAVES COUNTY

Roswell Chamber of Commerce, Visitor Center, IGA Lawrence Brothers, UFO Museum, Candlewood Suites, Holiday Inn, Dennys, IHOP, Farmers Market, Albertsons, Days Inn, Farley’s

LINCOLN COUNTY

Ruidoso Chamber of Commerce, Ruidoso Athletic Club, Ruidoso Downs Race Track, Apache Travel Center, La Quinta, The Lodge, Hubbard Museum, Jorge’s, Lincoln Tourist Center, Smokey Bear Museum in Capitan

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The Zine is published every Tuesday by the Ruidoso Free Press, 1086 Mechem, Ruidoso, New Mexico 88345. The circulation of The Zine exceeds 11,000 printed copies weekly delivered via direct mail to homes and post office boxes located exclusively within Lincoln County.

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Why decaf?

There’s that word again, the one that strikes terror in the hearts of many coffee connoisseurs. Decaf! In some circles, it’s a curse word. Certain images and thoughts do come to mind: little old ladies, people who can’t handle “real” coffee, Sanka, and worst of all, bad taste. Decaf has been called many things including inferior, inconvenient, unnecessary, and undrinkable. And let’s not forget “Why bother?” In the past, these terms were justifiable. Historically, lower-grade coffee was chosen for decaffeination, and the methods to extract caffeine were harsh on the beans. The result? Poor-tasting coffee.

So then, why does anybody need to bother with decaf? Well, the industry as a whole is sending more and better beans to the decaffeination process and all decaffeination methods have come a long, long way since the first decaffeinated coffee hit the market. But not the least of these considerations, at Sacred grounds Coffee and Tea House anyway, our customers want it and they’re beginning to realize that today’s best decaf is simply great coffee without caffeine.

As important as caffeine is to coffee, we also know caffeine is not the main reason we all care so much about this beverage. It’s about the complexity of the bean, the unlocked flavor potential, the craft, and the pursuit of creating an amazing beverage experience from the, shall we say ,”simple” cup of brewed coffee to the most

exotic latte, cappuccino, or specialty coffee drink made by our amazing and skilled baristas. If it was just caffeine we were all after, there are other options for delivering that caffeine hit including – horror of horrors – a pill.

But, along with the enjoyment of a great single-origin coffee for its own sake, we dedicate a substantial amount of our time to appreciating the important social ritual of drinking coffee with friends in a friendly and comfortable coffeehouse environment.

Today’s bottom line on decaffeinated coffee is: Coffee without caffeine can taste great and it’s not just your mother who drinks it. The equation for great decaffeinated coffee looks like this: High quality green coffee + conscientiously chosen caffeine extraction method + careful roasting = tasty coffee without caffeine.

The biggest advancement in decaf coffee in the past few years has been the mindset shift in the industry. There are definitely ways that decaffeination methods are improving caffeine extraction, but before any of that mattered, the specialty coffee industry had to accept decaf as part of the coffee family and this is currently happening and maturing. Many of the leading coffee importers now have excellent decaf options. Several excellent single-origin, fair trade organic coffees are routinely submitted to the decaffeination processes and are available to Continued on pg. 4

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Paranormal history, fascinating, mysterious and very real

By Eugene Heathman Editor A different yet intriguing style of history will be presented on the radio airwaves to paranormal and crypto-zoology enthusiasts Friday evening. Kevin and Sheilah (Sumi) Junge of Capitan are the co-founders of the Lincoln County Paranormal and Historical Society (LCPHS). They are excited to announce their upcoming paranormal investigations at some of New Mexico’s most famous haunts.

LCPHS, Lincoln County’s most established and experienced team of Paranormal Investigators was founded in Lincoln County roughly four years ago. The group has recently accomplished several paranormal investigations at the Dolan House in Lincoln, No Scum Saloon in White Oaks and ongoing investigations of paranormal activity at Fort Stanton. The radio show, which will run Friday at 10 p.m., features two experienced paranormal investigation teams joining forces to discuss all things paranormal. Seekers of Paranormal and History (SOPAH) in Fairbanks, Alaska was founded in 2006 by Ryan French, a long-time friend of LCPHS investigator and public relations director Lewis Dodson of Ruidoso. SOPAH was recently featured on the Travel Channel and brings 13 years of experience in the realm of paranormal investigations to their online radio show.

The Lincoln County paranormal team will be presenting recent evidence they have captured and are excited to share their upcoming investigation of the haunted legendary St. James Hotel in Cimarron, N.M. “One of the questions people always ask us is why we do what we do; the answers are long and many but simply put, paranormal study is our passion; we wish to share with others who’ve experienced the paranormal as well as educate those who don’t understand it,” Junge said.

The presentations offered by LCP are focused on raising awareness of

paranormal activity and the valuable history directly related to the events while developing interest in the organization.

Based in Capitan, the LCP consists of a small group of friends who share the passion of investigating anything deemed paranormal, from ghosts and spirits to UFOs, crypto-zoology and are interested in anything out of the ordinary.

quest to understand the truth of these matters,” Junge said.

The Junges, both longtime residents of Lincoln County have been interested in the paranormal based on both personal experiences and stories they heard from various people regarding unexplainable events in the area.

Paranormal science

Paranormal investigations require a multitude of sensory equipment. Using an array of different scientific instruments, LCPHS paranormal investigators capture the unexplainable; sounds, images, or other readings such as temperature and Electromagnetic field (EMF) spikes which defy explanation; things seen but not heard, heard but not seen, touched by invisible forces. The LCPHS utilizes multimeter, voltmeter, digital and IR thermometers, trail cameras, infrared or IR lights, camcorders, voice recorders and night-vision equipment during their investigations. One piece sophisticated equipment in the LCPHS arsenal is an EMF meter, a scientific instrument for measuring electromagnetic fields. Most EMF detectors measure the electromagnetic radiation flux density (DC fields) or the change in an electromagnetic field over time. The team’s full spectrum camera is an SVP highdefinition camera.

“Perhaps a different perspective on the past will inspire others to see and learn the fascinating things we’ve come to know personally; perhaps the mystery of the unknown will capture the imaginations of people who might otherwise view history as uninteresting,” Junge said. Paranormal is defined as “beyond the range of normal experience or scientific explanation.” There ARE things in our world that no one can explain; this is a FACT, as new discoveries are made daily in the vast fields of the scientific world.

Science is commonly used in the paranormal field of research in an attempt to quantitatively debunk or explain things thought to be supernatural.

Following examination many instances are judged to be normal occurrences creating the perception of paranormal activity. “Modern science is able to prove that some paranormal happenings are real and occur without any reasonable explanation, while other things are uncovered as natural occurrences with logical explanations. We like to use as many methods as we can in our

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Upcoming investigations

The next investigation by the LCPHS investigators will be the St. James Hotel March 25, one of New

Mexico’s most notorious haunted places. The hotel was built in 1872 by Henri Lambert (later changed to Henry) and was originally named Lambert’s Inn. The hotel in its early wild west history was witness to a minimum 26 murders. Many famous frontiersmen, lawmen and outlaws including the likes of Clay Allison, Black Jack Ketchum, Jesse James and Buffalo Bill Cody have all left their mark on the St. James, as evidenced by the numerous bullet holes in the ceiling of the main dining room.

Lewis Dodson considers the invitation by the St. James a very high honor.

“The St. James has been investigated by several paranormal teams since it’s considered a hot spot for activity. To have the hotel ownership invite us to investigate this paranormal treasure validates the hard work and many hours we spend delivering credibility documenting paranormal activity,” Dodson said.

Room 18 is said to be the epicenter of paranormal sightings and remains unbooked to this day. Henry’s second wife Mary Elizabeth, is said to reside in spirit at the hotel as a protector. Paranormal legend has it that Mary’s rose-scented perfume can often be noticed in her former room. Occasionally, insistent tapping is reported to be heard when the window is open and will not cease until the window is closed. Occasionally, a milky colored, transparent woman can be seen walking the hallways.

On April 13, LCPHS has been invited back to the No Scum Allowed Saloon in White Oaks for a follow up investigation. The group will also be available during the day to meet with the public and answer questions about paranormal activity and their investigations.

Friday’s radio show can be heard live online at www.ksuaradio.com.

People are invited to call in with their paranormal stories or questions: 907474-5782. The Lincoln County paranormal and Historical Society can be reached at 575-937-5801; http://lincolncountyparanormal.yolasite.com.

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Decaffeination methods So, how is decaffeination accomplished? All decaffeination methods begin with presoaking the bean to swell and expand the bean’s cell structure.

The main difference in the four main techniques is the solvent used and how the coffee’s certifications are maintained. Once the caffeine is extracted, the beans are dried to a specified moisture level and bagged for distribution.

Methylene Chloride: Also known as “MC”, the solvent used to extract caffeine is the chemical methylene chloride. Coffee is presoaked in water for the extraction. Next, soluble solids of the bean are extracted, including caffeine. Methylene chloride is added to the water, and it binds specifically to the caffeine. Then the coffee beans are added back to the water (without caffeine) for the soluble solids (the taste and flavor) to be reabsorbed. Things to consider: Historically lower-grade coffee was decaffeinated by this method because MC decaf is often the least expensive option. The minimum batch size for decaffeination is large, often preventing smaller, special coffee lots from being decaffeinated this way. Also, due to the chemical processing, this decaffeination method is not eligible for organic certification. Therefore, coffee will not maintain its organic certification after decaffeination.

Supercritical CO2: Compressed gaseous CO2 forms liquid carbon dioxide, which is used as the decaffeination solvent. As with other decaffeination methods, the beans are presoaked to expand the cell structure; CO2 is used because it binds well to caffeine. The solution with CO2 is sent through activated carbon to trap the caffeine and then cycled back to further decaffeinate the beans. Things to consider: Supercritical CO2 can maintain the organic certification of coffee. The decaffeination method is sometimes referred to as the “sparkling water” method.

Ethyl Acetate: Also known as “EA,” the solvent used to extract caffeine is ethyl acetate. Coffee decaffeinated with direct or indirect application of ethyl acetate to the beans is often referred to as “natural decaf.” However, it does not maintain organic certification. Things to consider: Be sure to know your coun-

try’s decaf labeling requirements. In Canada, for example, coffee decaffeinated with ethyl acetate cannot be labeled as “natural” and it must be stated that ethyl acetate was used to remove caffeine. MC and CO2 must also be labeled accordingly.

Water Processes: Although all decaffeination methods use water at some point in the process, Mountain Water Process (MWP) and Swiss Water Process (SWP) are the two decaffeination methods that are categorized as “water.”

The solvent used is a concentration of soluble solids from coffee beans. In both cases, water hydrates the bean and the cell structure expands; this allows for caffeine extraction. The caffeine, which is water soluble, is extracted into the water and is captured by a filter.

Swiss Water uses a proprietary carbon filter, with pores specific to caffeine.

Mountain Water Process also uses a filter to trap caffeine. Things to consider: Both methods maintain organic certification of the coffee.

At Sacred Grounds Coffee and Tea House, we buy, serve, and sell only single-origin, Fair Trade Organic decaffeinated coffee that has been decaffeinated by the Mountain Water Process or by the Swiss Water Process. As it is with all the other coffees we buy, roast, use, and sell, we start with the finest green beans available anywhere and roast the beans in small batches to ensure consistency and flavor.

So, the next time you want coffee after 5 p.m. (or anytime for that matter) but are afraid the caffeine will keep you awake, try our nighttime, beddy-bye drink of choice – SWP or MWP decaf.

Our current decaf house coffee is a Fair trade Organic, Swiss Water Processed coffee from Peru. It’s also available in a Piñon-flavored version.

Myth: Conventional coffee (i.e. coffee without an organic certification) can become organic when decaffeinated with a certified-organic method.

Fact: Conventional coffee (i.e. coffee without an organic certification) does not become organic when the caffeine is removed with an organically certified decaffeination process. However, coffee that is certified organic before decaffeination will maintain its organic certification when decaffeinated with either a water process or CO2.

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Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park upgrades and events CARLSBAD – Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park (Living Desert) is announcing some important upgrades and new transformations for the coming year.

Exciting projects have begun to provide new amenities for park visitors, including a new reptile exhibit, an improved paved trail through the park, and a new thickbilled parrot display. Some changes have been made to the event schedule for the spring and summer as well.

“Visitors will experience some new and exciting things at Living Desert this year,” said Director Tommy Mutz. “Due to the generosity of donors, the community and partners, we have been able to make substantial changes at the park and invite visitors to join us.”

Reptile exhibit The ground-breaking event for a new reptile exhibit took place on March 5 at Living Desert. The project is made possible by the generous grant of $1 million from a private individual in Carlsbad. It will replace the existing exhibit, which was built in the late 60s and early 70s and is showing its age. This project was identified by the zoo as the next facility to be upgraded to bring it into modern standards and practices.

The new building will be approximately 3,150 square feet and will feature an exhibit room, where the visitors can view the reptiles in their new displays.

There will be 16 new exhibits for native snakes and other reptiles.

This building will be built from structural insulated panels, which will save energy and operating expenses. LED lighting and efficient air conditioning and heating will also keep electric bills to a minimum.

“The design is intended to blend into the landscape and to evoke reptiles,” said State Park Architect, Rob Vadurro at the ground breaking ceremony. “Construction is starting today and will be done before the December holidays.”

Thick-billed Parrot exhibit A new exhibit open to the public displays two endangered thick-billed parrots.

Living Desert participates in the AZA Thick-billled Parrot Species Survival Plan, and received the male from the San Antonio Zoo and has a female on loan from the Cincinnati Zoo. Thick-billed parrots are the only parrot species native to the Chihuahuan Desert.

They are very social, live in flocks, roost in groups and are very vocal. Their loud calls can be heard from more than a mile away.

“State Parks is lucky to have this pair of special parrots and we are excited to feature them as part of our interpretive programming for the public,” said Director Mutz.

Other park upgrades State Parks is also involved in other improvements at Living Desert. An extensive renovation of the walkway through the first half of the zoo is nearing completion. These improvements provide consistent surfacing, and meet the Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Phase two of this effort will commence after the completion of the reptile exhibit. This project was funded through the Recreational Trails Program.

Also, a major upgrade of the electrical infrastructure throughout the park is being undertaken. This will provide additional power to the east end of the park and will ensure greater safety for our staff, visitors and animals.

Special events Many events will continue this season, but Living Desert and the Friends of Living Desert have mutually agreed to suspend the Mescal Roast and Mountain Spirit Dances for 2013. Plans are already in the works to have an event focused on the Mescal Roast for 2014 and possibly even a bridge event for later this year.

Despite this, Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park will still hold many fun events throughout the summer, such as: the Preschool Story Time program that will run through April 27; the Spring Plant Sale, April 6-7; March for Parks Earth Day Event, April 20; a monthly Music and the Moon event; the Carlsbad Gem and Mineral Show, June 14-16; the Living Desert Art Show, June 22; the successful Zoo Camp, for kids of many ages, beginning in July; and multiple star parties.

Living Desert Zoo and Gardens became a State Park in June 1971, and has evolved into a premier indoor/outdoor living museum, offering natural history education for visitors. Contact Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park at 575-887-5516 for additional information, including special events and activities for visitors and its ongoing commitment to wildlife conservation and science education or visit www.nmparks.com.

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Ride like a girl I look like I know what I am doing on a bike. My bikes are good, highquality bikes, thanks to my husband being part owner of Bike Shop. My gear is awesome, thanks to my husband’s “hand-me-downs.” All of my cycling clothes match, thanks to my incredible fashion sense. If you see me coming on a bike you may think, “Watch out for this one, she knows what she is doing.”

This being said, I really don’t know what I am doing on a mountain bike, though I probably don’t give myself enough credit. When I started participating in the Grindstone night rides, I was so scared my knees knocked together.

The second night ride was Halloween and it was advertised to wear a costume. I showed up wearing butterfly wings and a tiara, purple knee high skull socks and a tu-tu. I was the only one in costume. This night actually changed my attitude about mountain biking and changed my riding. I realized when I don’t take myself and the ride so seriously and just ride; I do a much better job. After that night, I fell in love with

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By Michelle Thurston

mountain biking.

Back in November, there was talk of taking a couple of teams to 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo. In 2013, I am turning 40. This helped push me to join a team and go. What better time to challenge myself, right? After all, we aren’t getting any younger. We already had a team of four guys who actually knew what they were doing… Hold My Beer and Watch This BS consisted of Cody Thurston, Dale Moebus, Paul Regalado and Sem Gallegos. Our other team was set with Gina and Jerry Corliss, Angela Moebus, Sandy Scruggs, Chris Camacho and me. Sandy canceled at the last minute, so we ended up being a team of five. Not one of us on Team BS Trail Hazards had ever done a 24-hour race.

I was so excited to get out of town with friends, I didn’t really think about where we were going much, until we got there and read the event newsletter.

Rules, rules and more rules that we didn’t know about started coming to light, and us girls – especially Angela and I – started getting nervous. Every

rider had to do a night lap. One rider couldn’t be more than 2 laps ahead of another. It also started to occur to me, this race is 24 hours long. Twenty-four hours long! What have I gotten myself into?

We got to the venue Thursday, and the race didn’t start until Saturday. This race got so full; we had to go that early just to get a good camping spot. This would also give us an opportunity to pre-ride the course, and get some of our nerves out. Our first pre-ride was just to get used to the course. All of us rode together. There is one trail called Rattlesnake Trail that was lined with cactus. This is where the first group of riders decided they needed to pass. Two of them yelled, “on your left!” but the third rider said nothing, and as I moved over after the first two riders passed, I pushed this third rider right into the cactus. If I wasn’t nervous before, you can bet I am now. This might be a good time to tell everyone our team name is “Trail Hazards.” We come by this name naturally.

So the fun begins. The girls prerode the course again Friday, and the race started Saturday. Saturday morning Dale made us all cinnamon rolls, and we all hung out in his trailer creating our master ride list. At 12 sharp, Jerry had to run 400 meters to his bike and start the first lap. About an hour and a half later, I went out. Gina went out after me, then Angela, then Chris. After that, our rotation started again, but now it was pitch black.

My first lap was pretty uneventful, but my nerves kicked in again when I had to go out at 9:45 p.m. As I am headed to the transition tent, I am thinking, “Who does this? I paid good money for this stress!” Off I went on my first night lap. At mile .83, I went down hard, right into the cactus. You must be wondering how did the crash happen?

I have no idea. One minute I am riding, the next I am sliding on the trail. I was really shaken up. I stood up and collected myself. I got back on my bike and went on. About three miles later, I found

an ambulance and some volunteers who had tweezers handy. They got the cactus out of my thigh. I told them I fell on my knee, and they asked to see it. I lifted my capris, and the guy said, “really?”

Fine, I will power on. I have about 13 miles to go.

I fell on my derailleur, so my bike was acting a little funny. Toward the end of the ride, with about three miles to go, my chain fell off my bike. I got it back on and rode on. With about a mile left, my chain fell off again and got all tangled up in the cassette. I could not get it loose. I started walking in. I fell in with a man whose collar bone was sticking straight out, and we decided to walk it in together. I knew if I didn’t go into the transition tent for my lap, we would be a DNF. That wasn’t going to happen. We were almost to the end, walking through people’s camps, when I was pushed by a rider into a cholla cactus. What else could happen on this night ride? Luckily this cactus was right in front of three guys, sitting in front of the fire, drinking beer. All three of these guys jumped up and grabbed a pair of pliers. The collar bone guy went on without me, saying it looked like I was in good hands. They went to work on my cactus, and got me fixed up. I was very grateful.

My day lap was 1:37, and my night lap was 2:40. Being out in the middle of the Sonoran Desert, with the coyotes howling, dead rats on the trail, mutant jack rabbits with ears as tall as your bike running alongside you, and a night sky full of stars is a little surreal.

I never thought of giving up, I just kept walking until I saw the glorious sight of the lit-up palm trees in front of the transition tent. When I handed Angela the baton, it was almost 12:30 a.m., and the concern in her voice and her touch was almost overwhelming. She went out, continued on page 9

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Oliver Lee Memorial State Park 8th Annual Dog Canyon Experience ALAMOGORDO — Oliver Lee Memorial State Park celebrates its annual Dog Canyon Experience March 16-17, with wonderful programs for the entire family. Discover the natural, cultural and historical resources at Oliver Lee Memorial State Park.

People have occupied this canyon for more than 10,000 years due to the unique resources in Dog Canyon.

“Come out and support Oliver Lee State Park at our 8th Annual Dog Canyon Experience,” said Park Manager Wendy Justice. “New twists on standard programs and the ever popular New Mexico Herpetological Society reptile show should make for a great event this year.”

Scheduled events include: Saturday, March 16

tie-dye a bandana with cochineal.

Ranch House tour

3 - 4:30 p.m., Visitor Center Join Ranger Howard Thomas, park historian, for a tour of the Oliver Lee Ranch House. The Lee Ranch House was originally built in 1893. Furnishings and displays provide a window into the history of early ranching in the Tularosa Basin.

Sunday, March 17

On the trail of Frenchy

10 - 11:30 a.m., Visitor Center Francois Jean Rochas lived at Dog Canyon for about 10 years. Where did he come from and why settle here? During this time, he built a homestead, rock walls, developed a herd of cattle and started an orchard. Enjoy this ranger-guided hike through the park and Visitor Center, visiting “Frenchy” sites.

Dust of the drag

9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Visitor Center Join Ted Brown and members of the New Mexico Herpetological Society for a live show of reptiles and amphibians. Members will introduce you to the species that may be found within the park.

Member Jerry Tuttle will also be displaying his Gila monster “Picasso.”

1 - 2:30 p.m., Visitor Center Join Archaeologist Pete Eidenbach (New Mexico State University-Alamogordo) on a special Lee Ranch House tour. He will discuss more than two decades of archaeological and historical research he has conducted on this Lee property, now published in his final report Dust of the drag. The report refers to the ever present dust endured by the last cowboy riding behind a herd of cattle.

Riparian Nature Trail walk

A Heritage quilt project

Reptiles show

10 - 11:30 a.m., Visitor Center While walking the Riparian Nature Trail, enjoy the scenic beauty and learn about the diversity of plants and animals that rely on Dog Canyon.

Water in the canyon supports ferns, columbine and many other plants at this oasis on the edge of the Chihuahuan Desert. Because of it rich habitat, the canyon is a haven for birds and animals.

Dactylopuis coccus; the insect that created empires

1 - 2:30 p.m., Group Shelter Cochineal is a parasitic insect that lives on prickly pear. This insect has been farmed for more than 1,000 years for its brilliant red dye. Cochineal dye was a primary trade item of the Incan, Mayan and Aztec empires. In subsequent years, the Spanish exported Cochineal from the New World and it became the second most valued export after silver.

Come learn about these important insects and

3 - 4:30 p.m., Ranch House Join Ranger Charles Wood, park naturalist and quilter, for a tour of the Oliver Lee Ranch House.

Part of the tour will include viewing of the Broken Wagon Wheel quilt project. Local quilter Judy Manninen will be on hand to talk about the process of reproducing this heritage quilt, which was removed from display for its preservation.

Presentation of the finished replica quilt will occur on Mother’s Day. Oliver Lee Memorial State Park is located eight miles south of Alamogordo on Hwy 54 and four miles east on Dog Canyon Rd. Although there are no charges for individual programs, all day-use entry fees and camping fees do apply. For more information call 575-437-8284 or go on line at www.nmparks.com.

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Local favorite, Luke West, to play at the library Stop by Thursday, March 21, at 6 p.m. for music with local musician, Luke West.

West is known for his soulful-country-bluesstyle rock. Tyler Jones will be joining West for this performance.

Third Thursday Music is held after hours in the performance area at the Ruidoso Public Library.

Meet West and learn a little of his journey traveled thus far in his music career. Born and raised in the colorful southern hills of Fayetteville, Ark., West is the youngest son of the late and forgotten heroes of Country music, Sarge & Shirley West. At the age of 18, Luke left Arkansas to travel the world for two years with the international group, !Up With People! After pursuing his career as a performer and songwriter in Tulsa and Nashville, West

came to Ruidoso.

Now the Director of Performing Arts for New Mexico Organized Against Trafficking Humans (O.A.T.H.), West also performs at such local places as The Tree House Café, No Scum Allowed, Grace O’Malleys, Farleys and The Flickinger Theater in Alamogordo. West has opened for headline talent such as Matt Mason, Shenandoah, Andy Griggs, Tracey Lawrence and many more.

West released an album, “Sing Me Back Home,” with a remake of Merle Haggard’s No. 1 hit song by the same name. His album also contains songs of West’s own compositions. West shares a portion of his proceeds from performances and album sales to NM O.A.T.H./Performing Arts Initiative-

Ruidoso.

“With a smoky blend of Americana and country blues, Luke is a quick favorite to those who have heard his music,” said Dr. Susan Travis, executive director of NM O.A.T.H. West and Travis originally met while performing with !Up with People! in 1982.

For more information call Ruidoso Public Library at 575-258-3704. The library is located at 107 Kansas City Road. Hours are: Mon. - Thur., 9 a.m.

- 6 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sat., 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. www.youseemore.com/ ruidosopl/ or http://ruidosopubliclibrary. blogspot.com.

Wind can aggravate allergies and asthma NM Department of Health offers advice for windy days

SANTA FE – A scratchy throat, scratchy eyes and other symptoms may be experienced this spring during windy days. This is because particle levels in the air are elevated due to the strong wind. The New Mexico Department Health recommends that anyone sensitive to such conditions take precautions this season.

“During windy conditions the air quality can change quickly because particles such as dust and pollen can be stirred up and breathed in,” said Heidi Krapfl from the Department of Health’s Environmental Health Epidemiology Bureau. “The quality of air we breathe affects symptoms of asthma, allergies and other respiratory problems.”

New Mexicans who may be vulnerable should avoid being outdoors when it is windy. Healthy children and adults usually do not have serious problems from short-term exposure to dust and pollen particles in the air. They may have minor problems, like a scratchy throat or scratchy eyes, when particle levels are elevated during high wind.

Being exposed to dust and pollen particles in the air for short periods of time can aggravate certain health conditions such as asthma and bring on symptoms of seasonal allergies (hay fever). Seasonal aller-

gies typically show up in the spring, autumn, and during windy weather but can happen throughout the year depending on the release of pollen.

During times of high wind, pollen can be carried far distances and remain in the air for some time. The typical symptoms associated with seasonal allergies include: sneezing, itchy nose and/or throat, nasal congestion, runny nose, coughing, and itchy, watery, and/or red eyes.

Reducing exposure to allergens such as pollen is the best way to lighten the symptoms for a person suffering with seasonal allergies. If possible, allergy sufferers should stay indoors when pollen counts are high and when it’s windy. Plan outdoor activities for days when pollen counts are lower and when it is not windy. Other tips to reduce allergy symptoms include: • Keep windows closed to reduce pollen entry into your home, car or workplace.

• Dust frequently with a damp cloth and use a vacuum with a HEPA filter.

• Wash hands frequently or take a shower after being outside.

• Remove shoes when entering the home to minimize spreading pollen.

• Bathe and wash hair before going to bed.

To learn more about allergies and get tips for reducing symptoms, visit https://nmtracking.org/en/ health_effects/allergies.

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April is Donate Life Month – an opportunity to save lives Albuquerque — National Donate Life Month is a nationwide effort during the month of April to bring awareness to the critical need of organ and tissue donations. Donate Life Month was originally a week-long observance, and it was officially recognized as a month-long event in 2003.

Currently, more than 117,000 people are on the national organ transplant waiting list including 715 New Mexicans. A new name is added to the organ waiting list every 10 minutes.

“Donate Life month brings awareness to the critical need for donated organ and tissue as well as honors the individuals who have made the commitment to save lives,” said New Mexico Donor Services Executive Director Wayne Dunlap. “We ask every New Mexican to make a difference in helping those in need by registering to be a donor on their driver’s license or online at NMdonor. org. One donor can save the lives of up to nine patients in need of an organ transplant, and help up to 50 more patients through tissue donation,” Dunlap added.

More than 110 million people have registered to be donors across the United States, including 1 million New Mexicans.

Still, the number of people in need of organ transplants continues to grow faster than the number of organs available. In 2012 there were 28,051 organ transplants performed in the United States, however, 6,500 patients died waiting for transplants and an additional 4,700 became too ill on the waiting list to be transplanted.

Three facts to know about registering to be a donor: • Registering to be an organ donor will not interfere with any medical care • Individuals of all ages can register to be donors, even if one has a history of diabetes, hypertension, cancer or any other illness. There is no age limit to register.

• There is no cost to the donor or their family to give the gift of life.

To learn more about organ and tissue donation and to register to be a donor call 505-843-7672 or visit www.NMdonor.org.

Registered Dental Hygienist Lincoln County Medical Center is actively seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist for our Rural Health Clinic in Carrizozo, NM. Position requires a highly motivated, multi-tasking individual. Experience required.

Excellent compensation and benefits package available.

To learn more about Lincoln County Medical Center, Ruidoso visit www.mylcmc-ruidoso.com To apply online please visit: www.phs.org Human Resources, Lincoln County Medical Center, Ruidoso, NM ∙ 575-257-8256 PHS is committed to ensuring a drug-free workplace. EOE

RIDE LIKE A GIRL, from pg. 6 and Cody got to me and grabbed my bike. My eyes got teary and my hands started shaking, but I didn’t cry. I got back to camp, put my pjs on, and got into my sleeping bag in front of the fire.

It was quiet, and beautiful and I was very happy to be done with that lap. I think I had it set in my mind that I would not be going back out there!

Now it is 8:45 a.m. and I am on the list to go back out for a third lap. My left leg from my knee to my hip has started bruising from the cactus, and so have my right hip, knee and calf from my crash. My right elbow is bruised too. I have nothing to prove at this point, I am finished.

Gina isn’t going to let this happen though. She offers to ride out with me one last time. Her lap would not count, but mine would and I would take my last turn. I didn’t have to go out, but Gina knew I didn’t want to give up.

She also knew me well enough

to know I didn’t want to go out onto that trail alone again. That is a friend right there. We took off, and had a really nice last lap. The wind wasn’t blowing, the sun was shining, the cactus stayed put and we finished with no drama. It was actually a great ending to my first 24-hour race.

Wow, what an experience!

We were surrounded by awesome riders, male and female, who all gave us words of encouragement as they rode past us – pro riders. Words like, “Riding strong girls, keep it up!” were yelled on every lap. I have never felt so supported. I have never been part of something so amazing. I have never challenged myself, mentally and physically (mostly mentally) so much. On the drive home, as I could feel every muscle in my body and my bruises were starting to turn cool colors, my only thought was “when is the next 24-hour race, and who will be on my team?”

LPN Ruidoso, NM “BEAT THE HEAT” and join our team!

Lincoln County Medical Center, a Presbyterian Healthcare facility, is in the process of recruiting for LPN for the Emergency Room Express Care Program. Position requires a highly motivated, multi-tasking individual. Experience required.

Excellent compensation and benefits package available.

To learn more about Lincoln County Medical Center, Ruidoso visit www.mylcmc-ruidoso.com To apply online please visit: www.phs.org Human Resources, Lincoln County Medical Center, Ruidoso, NM ∙ 575-257-8256 PHS is committed to ensuring a drug-free workplace. EOE

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Recycle newspapers As we seek a healthy lifestyle, it is important for us to remember to pay attention to our environmental health. It’s amazing how much waste we can create; as we would only have to observe how often we take the trash out and what the contents are inside. By being mindful of our addition of waste we can learn to devise ways to lessen our impact and trips to the trash.

Rethinking the amount of waste we add includes making wiser choices when it’s time for disposal at the end of an item’s life. When we implement the four R’s (reduce, reuse, recycle and repurpose) we can have a valuable impact when trying to reduce our waste.

A newspaper can make a perfect example of how to be wise in the disposal stage. And if you are reading this now, it is very likely that you will have an opportunity to utilize one or more of the four R’s to dispose of it. Here are a few ideas to help us responsibly dispose of our newspaper: Reduce – This can be achieved by asking such questions as “do I really need it?”or “Is there a smarter way to obtain its contents?”

This allows you to get creative and find solutions to reduce waste. By choosing an online version of our favorite newspaper we can reduce the amount of waste from printing and paper materials used. For those of us who enjoy reading the paper in our hand, we can always recycle it by sharing it with a friend.

Reuse – we can get creative and make containers that can help us share snacks with friends.

My wise friend Lisa Mulrey even suggested that we take it a step further and use the leftover

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Festival ofEDDY Quilts in Hobbs

The 2013 Festival of Quilts, held The Festival of Quilts committee at the Western Heritage Museum and will assemble the blocks, adding a borLea County Cowboy Hall ofCARLSBAD Fame and a backing and then taking it to •der ARTESIA June 14 through July 14, is gearing up. be quilted. The submitter’s name will Plans are being made for the Comappear on the label of the finished quilt. munity Quilt which will be raffled on The committee will be assembling July 14. the quilt on March 16 at the Senior This year’s theme is “Land That I Citizens Center, 200 E. Park. Cutters, Love” and the blocks sewers and pressers will be 8½” x 8½” will be needed – there ROSWELL square, using 100 is always something percent cotton fabric in for everyone to do. the colors of red, white Anyone interested in and blue. Submitters helping is welcome. chose star patterns for For more informathe blocks. Star block tion, contact Festival of RUIDOSO • RUIDOSO DOWNS • HWY 380Chairman Arleen patterns are readily Quilts available in almost all Coleson at 575-391quilting books as well 8365 or email arleenwas downloadable from coleson@aol.com. the Internet.

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snack container to build a warm and cozy fire.

Recycle – while each recycling facility will vary, the most common way to recycle newspapers is to bundle them neatly and secure with string to hold the bundle together and drop off in specific recycling destination, we can check with our local recycling center for local information.

Repurpose – We can give our trash another life if we find them a new purpose. I use newspapers to clean my windows and mirrors for a streak-free shine, every time.

By creating awareness with all products we consume, we can make lifestyle changes that benefit our planet. We only have one and we do share it with six and a half billion people, so let’s make smarter choices now.

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EvEntS CaLEndar CHavES COuntY

ROSWELL: Mar 15 3rd annual denim and diamonds, Roswell Convention Center, 6 p.m. Western-style ballroom event, celebrating local history and culture. Former Roswell Mayor Bill Brainerd will be guest speaker.

575-622-1176; hfsenm.com 15-24 “harvey,” Roswell Community Little Theatre, 1717 S. Union, 7:30 p.m. (2 p.m. matinee on Sunday) A Pulitzer-Prize winning play and one of Broadway’s longestrunning shows, featuring Elwood P. Dowd, whose best friend is an invisible, 6 foot rabbit. 575-6221982; roswelllittletheatre.com. $10; $7 students and children under 12 16 roswell adult center hobby and Motorcycle Show, 807 N. Missouri, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Entertainment, pool tournament, motorcycle show, blood drive and more. 575-624-6718. Free new Mexico Senior Olympics Senior Play day, NMMI Godfrey Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sports clinics and activities, including pickle ball, volleyball, racewalk, basketball, zumba gold and more.

1-888-623-6676. Free 19 Student Services center Open house, ENMU-Roswell, 56 University Blvd., 11 a.m. Tour the new building, visit with staff and students. Refreshments will be served. 575-624-7404 21 Business after hours “Spring Garden Party,” Lifestyles Kitchen & Design, 1400 N. Kentucky Ave., 5 - 7 p.m. Sponsored by Roswell Chamber of Commerce, 575-6235695; www.roswellnm.org ARTESIA: Mar 12 dala, Ocotillo Performing Arts Center, 310 W. Main, 7:30. Amanda Walther and Sheila Carabine of Dala write and sing in beautiful harmony. 575-746-4121; www. artesiaartscouncil.com. $20 14-17 artesia community theatre presents “Murder at rutherford house,” First Christian Church (DOC) 1006 W. Bullock, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m. Dessert and audience participation are a part of this presentation. Parking is in the back (North side of the church). Tickets are $20 and are available at the Ocotillo Performing Arts Center, 310 W. Main Street, 575-746-4212. Seating is limited.

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CARLSBAD: Wed’s coffee connection, Trinity Hotel, 201 S. Canal St., 7 a.m. Meet people interested in our community, discuss local events and issues, share ideas, create energy and excitement for our community Fri’s Pre-School Story time, , Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park, 1504 Miehls Dr., 9:30 a.m. March 15: Lizard’s Home; March 22: Easter Egg Hunt. A short walk in the Park, weather permitting, and an activity will follow the story. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

(There will be no PreSchool StoryTime on March 29). 575-887-5516 Mar 15 Star Party, Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park, 1504 Miehls Dr., 7 p.m. Large telescopes will be set up to look at wonders of the night sky, including the planet Jupiter. Event will be cancelled if the sky is too cloudy. 575-887-5516 17 assai String Quartet performing at Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park, 1504 Miehls Dr., 2 p.m.

Irish music for St. Patrick’s Day. 575 887-5516 21 taste of carlsbad, Pecos River Village Conference Center, 6:30 - 9 p.m. Wine tasting from local wineries, food samples from local restaurants, cash bar (must be 21 or over). This annual fundraising event includes a silent auction; this year’s theme: Western. $25 per person. 575-887-6516; tickets available at the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, 302 S. Canal St.

LEA COUNTY HOBBS: thru crime Lab detective exhibit May 5 opening, Western Heritage Museum. Visitors can solve a crime using the same tools and methods that detectives use. Gather evidence, investigate suspects and determine who committed the crime. Fun for the whole family. 575-492-2678 575-492-2678; www.westernheritagemuseumcomplex.com. Free Mar 16 Support Local Music 2013, Hobbs Teen Center, 3 p.m. Featuring Of Lions, Janet Ann, Amy’s Not Breathing, Almost Maine, Audrey Rose, Mistakes into Miracles, ALL2VIVID, Jeffrey Williams and Trevor Dudley. Free

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Member Hobbs Chamber of Commerce • Member Lovington Chamber of Commerce • Member Artesia chamber of commerce Member Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce • Member carrizozo chamber of commerce Member Roswell Chamber of Commerce • Member Alamogordo chamber of commerce Member Cloudcroft Chamber of Commerce • Member ruidoso Valley chamber of commerce

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ALTO: Apr 6 the Fab Four! Spencer Theater, 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, 7 - 9 p.m.

The Fab Four is elevated above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise note-for-note renditions of Beatles’ songs. The stage show includes three costume changes representing each era of the Beatles’ career. 575-336-4800; www.spencertheater.com. Preperformance buffet, 5 p.m., $20.

Performance, $69 and $66 RUIDOSO: Mar 15-16 Lincoln county community theater Presents “Women & War,” The Warehouse, 200 Church St., 7 p.m. Based on historical facts, this play is presented through a collection of stories told in letters and monologues by generations of Americans impacted by conflicts, from The Great War to the War in Afghanistan. This is the prep piece for the Community Theater State Competition in Los Alamos. Tickets are $10 at the door 16-17 Mountain Living home & Garden Show, Ruidoso Convention Center, Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. See the latest trends in residential and commercial products, art, design and newest services. Professionals and vendor experts from four states, food, fun and prizes for the entire family – all under one roof.

575-808-0655. $5 adults, children under 12 free 16 Free Movie, “a Prairie home companion,” Sacred Grounds, 2825 Sudderth Dr., 6:30 - 9 p.m.

Director Robert Altman’s final film is a quirky piece of fiction based on the real-life radio program of the same name. Screenplay penned by the show’s host, Garrison Keillor, who also stars. Cast includes Meryl Streep, Lily Tomlin, Lindsay Lohan, John C. Reilly, Tommy Lee Jones and Kevin Kline.

575-257-227 “Stronger,” the cOPE Benefit, 2710 Sudderth Dr., 7:30 - 9 p.m.

This “musical with a mission” tells an important story – about overcoming adversity – through pop, country, jazz, R&B and rock hits performed by talented local singers and dancers. Profits benefit COPE, the Center of Protective Environment, provider of Domestic Violence services in Alamogordo and Ruidoso. 575-258-4946; copedv.org. Tickets are $25.

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RUIDOSO DOWNS: thru 21st annual Fall american 3/17 Photography competition & Exhibition, Hubbard Museum, 26301 Hwy 70. 575-378-4142; www.hubbardmuseum.org.

Admission: Adults, $6; seniors and military, $5; ages 6 to 16, $2; under 6, free

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mESCaLErO Laugh Out Loud comedy club, Club 49, Inn of the Mountain Gods, 7 p.m. Professional comedians will perform live every Wednesday night. Must be 21 or older to attend.

Food and drink specials, doors open at 6:30 p.m. 575-464-7028. $5. rodney carrington, Inn of the Mountain Gods, Carrizo Canyon Rd., 8 - 10 p.m. Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, and writer who has recorded eight comedy albums selling more than three million copies. 575-4647777; www.innofthemountaingods.com. Tickets start at $25

SKI APACHE: Mar 13 Beach Bikini and Pond Skimming competition. Contestants must dress for the beach, along with ski or board boots. Winners are selected and the top female contestant becomes a pond skimming judge. Pond Skimming Competition: costumed skiers and boarders attempt to gain enough speed during a single run to make it across the pond. Prizes awarded to the top finishers in both competitions 16 Ski apache Scavenger hunt.

Three-person teams scour the mountain to find hidden objects within a time limit. Each skier or boarder is tracked using Flaik GPS and team work is crucial. $30 per team. Awards are given out at 3 p.m. on the Plaza 17 Shamrock relay. Test those teamwork and racing skills during this hour-long race. Teams of two are pitted against each other for a competition including snow tubing, a three-legged race, taco eating and a tandem dash back to the finish line on East Easy Street.

Entry is free and prizes are given out at 3 p.m. on the Plaza For more details on Ski Apache, visit www.SkiApache.com or call 575-464-3600

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ALAMOGORDO: thru Mar 23 daffodils for hospice. Alamogordo Home Health Care and Hospice is hosting their Annual Daffodil Fundraiser. Proceeds go towards assisting Hospice patients in Otero County. Delivery: March 21 - 23. For prices and to place your order call 575-4373500 or come by the office at 1859 Indian Wells Rd. www. alamohhcandh.org Mar 16 chamber St. Patty’s Party, Willie Estrada Civic Center, 800 E. First St., 8 p.m. - midnight. Music

by DJ Rico, food and dancing. Cash bar - 21 & over. $10 - tickets are available at the Chamber office.

575-437-6120 Pink Follies - Showcase of Local talent, Flickinger Center for the Performing Arts, 1110 New York Ave., 7 - 9 p.m. Come out and watch our local community showcase their talent to help this benefit for the Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarship Fund. 575-437-2202.

Adults, $10 in advance, $20 at the door; Children under 12, $5 21 Business after hours, Welcome Home Realty, 88 Washington Ave., 5:30 - 7 p.m. 575-437-6120 23 dolly Parton Imagination Library autographed celebrity Book auction, Desert Sun Toyota, 3333 N White Sands Blvd, 6 - 9 p.m. All proceeds from this event are used to purchase books for children registered in the DPIL of Otero County. 437-2898. Book viewing begins at 6 p.m. Auction begins at 7 p.m. Free 24 alamogordo Bridal & Event Extravaganza, Willie Estrada Civic Center, 800 E First St, 1 - 5 p.m. Calling all brides! Come and meet local wedding vendors there will be door prizes, Bridal & Prom Fashion Show and giveaways. Plan your wedding all in one place. Interested in becoming a vendor at the Bridal Extravaganza? Call Diamond Events-Wedding & Event Planning at 575-4426624; www.diamondeventsnm. com. Free CLOUDCROFT: Mar 13 Easter Egg hunt , Zenith Park, Sponsored by the Kiwanas. 575682-2733