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to Northern New Mexico in the Summer & Fall

ienvenidos! Welcome to Northern New Mexico ~ a culturally rich community, surrounded by an incredibly diverse landscape that offers a plethora of activities to experience, and breathtaking views to witness, all of which make it an ideal place to Live & Visit.

As a 6th generation New Mexican, I’m excited to share some of my favorite activities to experience during the Summer and Fall seasons aqui en Northern New Mexico! Vamos...

Arquitectura ARCHITECTURE There’s no better way

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to begin this Guide than by talking about the unique and wide-ranging architectural styles of the region. From traditional Southwest adobe and classic territorials, to sustainable structures that are truly out of this world, there’s a lot to take in, and it’s worth dedicating the time to learn about the unique architecture and history of the Enchanted Circle. Start in central Taos at Taos Plaza for an introduction to Southwestern style architecture with a Taos air. If open to the public, head over to the sovereign Taos Pueblo, for a humbling experience of learning from and paying respect to the oldest continuously inhabited community in North America. After making your way north, continue on a short drive west past the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge to the Earthship Biotecture community for a glimpse into the cutting edge of sustainable building techniques. If desired, I’m happy to open the doors to a few architectural wonders currently on the market to complete the architectural experience.

Cultura y Tradiciones CULTURE & TRADITIONS Get to know and understand the culture, traditions and people of Northern New Mexico. Visit local galleries, shops & small businesses, have conversations, be respectful, and ask questions. New Mexico, particularly the North, is a diverse melting pot which makes

this part of the world so unique. Many of the individuals who own our shops and businesses are multi-generational Taoseños who enjoy sharing their recollections of the past, and their visions for the future. The Saturday morning Farmers Market is a great place to become immersed in the Taos melting pot. Coffee shops like Koko Taos, Coffee Apothecary, World Cup, Elevation Coffee, The Espresso Bar, tea.o.graphy and Chokola are a few favorite spots for insightful conversations.

You can also check to see what the latest upcoming outdoor events, festivals & concerts are downtown and around the Enchanted Circle (visit taos.org). If time permits, stop by the newly restored Couse-Sharp Historic Site, Millicent Rogers Museum, or Bent Street Museum for a glimpse back in time, and insight into “la gente,” the people of Northern New Mexico.

Comida FOOD “Sabor”... Evoking the best of the ve senses. Taste, while exploring a destination, is the ultimate way to experience culture. Unfortunately, there are too many culinary gems to t on this list, but we’ll do our best...

La Mañana LA MAÑANA ~ THE MORNING

1) Michael’s Kitchen, a classic New Mexican diner with fresh pastries. 2) The Wake & Take, a healthy and extra avorful way to start the day with a smoothie and crispy burrito 3) Koko Taos, grab & go like a culinary pro – yummy burritos, delicious fair-trade coffee, mouth-watering salsa, homemade pastries, and healthy pre-packed meals. 4) Farm House Cafe, farm-to-table kitchen with a beautiful outdoor patio and adjacent farm shop, all located within the Overland Sheepskin Co. compound, a fun place to shop while waiting for a table, with a breathtaking view of Taos Mountain. 5) Taos Diner, the BIGGEST breakfast burrito in town smothered in red or green.

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"Ryan is a Taos insider with superior knowledge of the market.

He is clued into the community so he knows how to get things done! ... His personal and family connections opened multiple avenues for us we would not expect from a typical realtor. Always responsive, patient yet persistent, Ryan Trujillo will do an exceptional job for you!"

Visit me online for more info @HomeInNM

EL DÍA ~ THE DAY 1) Manzanita Market, conscious and tasty options made with local goods. 2) Ranchos Plaza Grill, authentic New Mexican cuisine with some of the best red, green or christmas chile. 3) Mary Janes & Elma’s food carts, two original food trucks on either end of town (it’s denitely worth sampling the chicharron burrito!). 4) Sol Food, food for the soul in a tranquil environment in Arroyo Seco. 5) The Abe’s Cantina to Taos Cow pipeline: indulge in a historic New Mexico watering hole serving local cuisine, followed by the best organic ice cream in all the land. Trust us, it’s worth it...

LA TARDE ~ THE EVENING 1) Lambert’s: Fine dining in the historic adobe compound, or a casual experience in the Treehouse lounge 2) Aceq, modern cuisine tucked away in the heart of Arroyo Seco 3) Orlando’s New Mexican Cafe, everyone’s favorite New Mexican restaurant 4) Sabroso, a vibrant patio featuring a cave like culinary experience and a mighty margarita 5) Medley, modern spins on nostalgic classics and artisan cocktails. And be sure to explore Taos’ pizza scene, you won’t be disappointed!

El Noche ~ The Night: 1) The Lounge, craft distillery and lounge with creative cocktails. 2) Doc Martin’s Bar, pick your margarita wisely

and then sit back to enjoy live music and gazing at the historic downtown from the patio. 3) The Alley Cantina, the local pub with daily live music. 4) Midtown Market, historic cantina with billiards, karaoke & hearty sandos just off the beaten path. 5) El Monte Sagrado, mixology and tasty small bites at the Anaconda Bar… AND, if the Land of Enchantment has you

missing Asiatic & Pacic Cuisine…check out 1) Sushi A La Hattori, the freshest sh in the Rocky Mountains. 2) Sushi Siam, sumptuous Thai cuisine next to the plaza 3) Donabe, Asian fusion ~ Taos style. 4) Nana’s & Papa’s Filipino, North Taos food truck packed with avor & tastes of the Pacic. 5) Yu Garden & Hunan, for an authentic Chinese food x.

Tierra y Aventura LAND & ADVENTURE A great introduction to the towns and villages of Northern New Mexico begins with a scenic drive around the Enchanted Circle. Along the way, be sure to hop off the main road for a stroll down an old Forest Road and a glimpse into our vast alpine forest system (taos.org). To become fully immersed in the forest, take a hike through a colorful aspen grove at El Salto del Agua (@elsaltonm) or jump on a mountain bike to explore the estab-

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lished mountain bike trails (visit taosmtb.org).

This time of year also means “River Season” for paddle boarding, kayaking, or white water rafting down the Rio Grande for those seeking an adrenaline rush. To take the adventure even further: nd a Guide to rock climb John’s Wall, ysh in the Rio grande and Eagles Nest Lake, or hunt in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains (early Fall is the big and small game season). Then, nish off the day with a dip in a local Hot Spring at Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa. There is so much more to see, do, and experience in our beautiful home of Northern New Mexico...but no good local can give away all of their secrets in one go. Don’t hesitate to reach out directly at (575) 770-8650 or email me at ryan@HomeInNM.com. You can also nd me online @HomeInNM for more seasonal Northern New Mexico recommendations and local insider info (visit @Taos at Instagram for an authentic glimpse into N.NM). I’m happy to discuss the local Real Estate market, and help with purchasing land, homes and/or commercial property throughout the entire State, as well as assisting with getting your home sold for the best value. Be sure to support local artists and artisans, the people who keep Northern New Mexico true to our roots. ¡Buen viaje aquí en Norte Nuevo México! Have a great time in NM!

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Somewhere between Heaven and Taos, NM sits the high mountain paradise that’s Angel Fire. If you need your summers a little cooler, hikes a little greener and small towns a little friendlier, we just might be for you.

Come keep it cool this Summer in Angel Fire.

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CONTENTS SUMMER/FALL 2022

ARTS + CUTLURE 44

SHOPPING 74

ADVENTURE 98

74 VINTAGE SOUTHWEST

108 GET IN GEAR

By Jocelyne Kizziar Photographs by Bill Curry

By Jeans Pineda Photographs by Elijah Rael

80 CONFLUENCE AT TSV

112 ROCK STEADY

By Will Hooper Photographs by Nathan Burton

By Jay Foley Photographs by Elijah Rael

COMMUNITIES 140 142 144 146 148 150 151

TAOS PUEBLO ARROYO SECO TAOS SKI VALLEY RED RIVER ANGEL FIRE EAGLE NEST QUESTA

DEPARTMENTS 32 152 156 157

FROM THE EDITOR CALENDAR GETTING HERE MAPS

86 TOKER TOURISM By Michael Tashji

44 GALLERY BOOMTOWN

By Dena Miller Photographs by Sam Joseph

LODGING 88

DINING + ENTERTAINMENT 116

TAOS NEWS STAFF Robin Martin, owner Chris Baker, publisher John Miller, editor Michael Tashji, magazine editor Karin Eberhardt, creative director Chris Wood, advertising director Nathan Burton, photographer Mary Chavez, business manager Shane Atkinson, sales manager Tyler Northrop, media specialist Paul Gutches, production manager Zoe Urban, graphic designer Contributing Writers Jeans Pineda, Will Hooper, Dena Miller, Jocelyne Kizziar, Ellen Miller-Goins, Stephanie Noll, Cindy Brown, Jay Foley, Haven Lindsey, Rick Romancito

116 MEDIUM RARE

By Will Hooper Photographs by Sam Joseph

52 RUGS, RICHES & RAY TROTTER

88 DESTINATION TAOS By Stephanie Noll

By Jocelyne Kizziar Photographs by Mike Hawkins

94 TAOS GOJI ECO LODGE & RETREAT

64 TAOS ART SCHOOL By Dena Miller

By Ellen Miller-Goins Photographs by Mike Hawkins

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122 STARS AND BARS

By Haven Lindsey Photographs by Sam Joseph

130 MOUNTAIN MUSIC By Rick Romancito

Contributing Photographers Sam Joseph, Bill Curry, Elijah Rael, Mike Hawkins On the cover: “Rafting the Rio Grande”

by Nathan Burton Contact: Taos News 226 Albright Street, Taos, NM 87571; 575-758-2241, taosnews.com discovertaos.com

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A D V E R T I S E M E N T

Welcome to Taos County and Northern New Mexico

FROM THE EDITOR

It’s been more than two years since we put our lives on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic, and if you’re like me, you’re itching to shift up a gear and put the pedal to the metal.

The pent-up demand for adventure has never been greater — singles, couples and families are eager to reconnect, and the Enchanted Circle is the perfect place to do so, making memories you’ll never forget in one of the most unique places on Earth.

We’re glad to have you here!

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S Senator Roberto “Bobby” J. G Gonzales, District 6, Democrat

If this is your first time visiting the Land of Enchantment, then you’re in for a treat. From rafting to rock climbing, mountain biking to hiking, camping to stargazing — there is so much on offer here when you step out into the vast landscapes of Northern New Mexico.

There is plenty to enjoy when you head indoors as well: unique regional foods, drinks and live music in local restaurants and bars, as well as modern and historic works of art in world-renowned galleries and museums.

What’s more, everything to see and do here is steeped in a one-of-akind tri-cultural community, which includes the centuries-old Spanish community that still calls this region home, the ancient Pueblo communities that keep their indigenous traditions alive and everyone who has discovered what makes this region so special.

There’s a reason they call New Mexico the Land of Enchantment and Taos County the Enchanted Circle. Here, you will find everything that makes this state unlike any other — a true bucket-list destination.

So grab your gear and come visit this corner of the American Southwest and find what’s been missing in your life these past two years.

It’s time to get back out there.

Paid for by the Committee to Re-Elect Roberto “Bobby” J. Gonzales

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Fiestas de Taos July 22-24, 2022

Photos by Sean Kelly Portraits, Taos, NM www.seankellyportraits.com

Honoring our Culture, Traditions And all Things Taos for Generations...

A centuries old fiesta celebrating the gathering of generations to enjoy delicious cuisine, traditional music, And fellowship, while honoring the cultural uniqueness of taos.

We invite you to join us for the Fiestas de Taos July 22-24, 2022 Taos Fiesta Council, Inc. www.fiestasdetaos.com

Future Fiesta dates: July 21-23, 2023.

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Why I’m Smoking New Mexican Weed Recently, our enchanted state ended prohibition of cannabis, and I’m looking forward.

For decades the United States has criminalized a plant and incarcerated millions based on false claims of reefer madness.

I’m not here to cast blame or dwell in the past. Instead I’m jumping in with both feet to build a values-based cannabis company for the modern era.

New Mexico doesn’t have a reputation for weed like California or Colorado, but it should. The climate is well suited for cultivating amazing flower, especially outside under the desert sun. It’s so dry here that growers aren’t concerned with mold or pests contaminating their crop. And since water is such a precious resource, conservation is consciousness.

It’s the New Mexico way.

I’m excited to announce that Taos Cannabis Co. is on a mission to bring cultivators and customers closer together. We are committed to high quality standards and transparent pricing to ensure our suppliers are financially sustainable. If you’re consciously growing weed in New Mexico, we want to hear from you —> grow@taoscannabis.com Our shop in downtown Taos will open this summer.

We can’t wait to serve you.

Very Respectfully, Steve Weiner President Taos Cannabis Co.

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alleries welcomed new collectors in record numbers. “The desire to acquire pretty things is psychological medicine,” artist and gallerist Gregory Farah noted. “With more people working from home, or moving and needing to feather their new nests, it’s not surprising that art became an important commodity. It’s a sharing of creative energy, which was sorely needed after extended isolation.”

Rob Nightingale, owner of Wilder Nightingale Fine Art, categorized recent activity in the art scene as “mind-blowing, in a positive way.

Once the doors opened the people came in full force.” He also noted his gallery had, “a lot of first-time buyers sprucing up their homes with art and showing support for their new community,” an observation happily noted by others.

Because the history of art in Taos stretches across generations it would be worth your while to visit the Lunder Research Center and Couse-Sharp Historic Site before you begin your gallery tour. Learn about the early Taos Society of Artists and how they introduced the world to the Southwest: its native people, their crafts, and the countryside.

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Robert L. Parsons Fine Art

“Summer in Taos” 14” x 20” oil on linen

Represented in Ranchos de Taos by Chimayo Trading Del Norte and in Santa Fe by the Nedra Matteucci Gallery

An invitation to visit the Walt Gonske Home, Studio & Gallery SEPTEMBER Saturday 24 - Sunday 25 • 1:00 - 4:00pm 1038 LA CIENEGA ROAD, TAOS NM 575.758.4042 • waltgonskeart@gmail.com

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Then visit Robert L. Parsons Fine Art to see their works, along with those of the Taos Founders and early Santa Fe and Taos art colonies work, complemented by examples of Navajo weavings and pottery, all housed in a historic home.

Tres Estrellas Design has an internationally recognized collection of Navajo and Pueblo textiles, and early New Mexican furniture and devotional art. Chimayo Trading del Norte houses a comprehensive selection of historical classics and contemporary works including paintings, pottery and jewelry.

Now with some history under your belt, explore the dozens of galleries that offer a feast of works by local contemporary artists. Prepare to be swept away by the abundance of multidisciplinary talents you will see, with diversity across materials, methods and concepts.

With Taos Pueblo remaining closed until further notice, Lyle’s Creations is your go-to for an exciting array of contemporary jewelry, arts and crafts by Pueblo artists.

Wilder Nightingale Fine Arts is celebrating 30 years in Taos and represents over 50 renowned local artists: something for everyone. Jones Walker of Taos is another favorite, with a welcoming vibe and exemplary collection of local art.

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A Lifetime of Painting

P.J. Garoutte “Wonderment of Halleys Comet Visiting Earth” 24x48 o/c

Don Brackett, “Morning Sun” 24x30 o/c

See our Paintings at Wilder Nightingale Fine Arts (Taos), Legacy (Santa Fe) and Manitou Galleries (Santa Fe)

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Rugs, Riches and Ray Trotter

BY JOCELYNE KIZZIAR | PHOTOGRAPHS BY MIKE HAWKINS

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ff the well-beaten path of popular Taos center sites, Ranchos de Taos is a must-see for visitors and locals alike. Most famously known as the location of St. Francis de Asis church and the old adobe buildings that surround the Ranchos plaza, RB Ravens Gallery sits just across the street as an ambassador of Native American and early southwest art that welcomes all to visit.

In American Indian mythology, the raven is a messenger communicating from the great beyond its secrets and knowledge of the world.

RB Ravens Gallery is the embodiment of this mystical creature, inviting all who enter the chance to gain an appreciation of Native American history and culture. Here you will find an impressive collection of classic indigenous weavings, pottery, kachina dolls and Native American paintings, along with other early southwest painters.

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allery owner Ray Trotter has spent most of his life sharing his passion for the history and culture of, not only the American Indians, but of the rich multiculturalism that is Northern New Mexico. He’s a well-known staple in Ranchos and an evangelist for the village, preaching his love for its history, its people and his hopes for its future to anyone within earshot. “I can’t think of anywhere else in the world I’d rather be,” Trotter says of his beloved Ranchos.

If anyone has earned the right to be the steward of these historic treasures, it’s Trotter. His first visits to the Taos area in the early 1970s proved to be insufficient and he finally settled in Ranchos de Taos in 1980. What began as a pastime buying and trading Indian saddle blankets with museums, galleries and a cowboy or two has accumulated into a 40-plus-year career of bringing these wares to the public. He has become one of the most knowledgeable art historians in his field with the noble goal of creating “a greater consciousness of Native Americans and their artistic mediums.”

Located at the corner of Highway 68 and State Road 240, the first impression of the gallery is a mural found on the northern exterior wall that is a work of art in its own right. It was painted by renowned artist Mary Iron Eyes (1943-2003) and depicts children playing in a field of corn under the watchful eye of San Isidro, the patron saint of peasants and laborers.

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GOAL Create a greater consciousness of Native Americans and their artistic mediums.”

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he gallery is accessed through a gate that leads to an ample parking lot (a luxury here in Taos). As you walk through the door, a pleasant jingle of bells announces your arrival into 2,500 square feet of well-appointed gallery space. Vividly colored textiles and paintings hang upon white adobe walls that are lit from above by skylights tucked in between grey washed vigas. The space is modern and welcoming — everywhere your eyes fall is a new delight to explore.

“Everything in here has a story,” Trotter says in his East Texas drawl. That includes the beautiful handmade and antique benches on which guests can sit and view the artwork.

Over the jazz music drifting through the room and the creakings of the wooden floor is Trotter’s booming voice narrating.

On display at the gallery are beautiful landscape paintings by well-known Taos figures such as Albert Looking Elk (1888-1940) and Albert Lujan (1892-1948), modern abstracts

by Tesuque artist Patrick Swazo Hinds (19291974) and electrifying works from Don Bailey, a current Hupa Indian painter from the west coast.

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“These paintings communicate a way of life, what they ate, how they farmed, raised their children, their ceremonies,” Trotter said. And though the imagery may have changed, Trotter thinks the modern artists carry on that tradition from their ancestors.

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ut the biggest draw to the gallery are the textiles created by unknown hands in the last one to two hundred years. Among RB Ravens Gallery’s most exciting offerings are the Navajo wearing blankets, saddle blankets and rugs that Trotter has amassed from collectors and surrounding pueblos. Their makers were not only expert craftsmen and colorists but mathematicians and stewards of the land as well.

RB Ravens Gallery continues to be an agent of American Indian art by lovingly handling and displaying these wares with the respect they deserve. In August of this year, as in many years past, the gallery will hold the Deceased Indian Artists exhibit to showcase those storytellers that have left their message for this world.

“I think we are good messengers,” Trotter said of his gallery. “We know our art and our artists, and we’ve turned a lot of people on to a new art form that they never imagined being around before,” he added regarding the pre-1930 weavings and pottery they house.

RB Ravens Gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Saturday and is ready to welcome summer visitors looking for a glimpse of the past and a peek at the future of American Indian art.

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magine your art classroom has walls of sheer, soaring red rock cliffs and a ceiling of blindingly blue Southwestern sky dotted with cottony clouds. Or maybe it is on a sprawling historic ranch, a perch along the majestic Rio Grande, or hidden in the hauntingly beautiful Canyon de Chelly.

As idyllic as they may sound, it’s just a small sampling of the exceptional adventures awaiting you when you enroll in one of the many courses offered

by Taos Art School.

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tion vacations became a predominate trend for vacationers. The school is in session from late spring through autumn, and its campusfree learning is centered around some of the most iconic locations throughout Taos and northern New Mexico.

The region’s reputation as a premier art destination, combined with its indescribable natural beauty and unique cross-cultural soul, affords students one-of-a-kind immersive experiences compiled by TAS that will leave them “feeling like a local,” Beck said.

“Whichever class you choose, you’re guaranteed a totally unique experience,” she continued. “You will be learning a craft from

respected leaders in their field, and you’ll be spending time outside the ‘classroom’ in meeting locals, visiting places you’d otherwise not have access to, and you’ll also have time to explore on your own.”

This year’s calendar includes courses in Native American weaving, pottery and culture; painting, drawing and photography; equine art; explorations of creativity; and eco-tourism workshops.

You may learn weaving with a Navajo instructor who will guide your use of a traditional loom and ancestral tools, sending you home with a weaving of your own design. In between, you

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Or, you may wish to create a donkey sculpture in the country’s only art class dedicated to capturing the spirit of this intelligent and social animal serving as your model. (You might be lucky enough to meet a new baby.)

Paint or photograph horses, birds, mountains, historic churches and moradas, or the classic trucks for which New Mexico is famous.

Spend time visiting private art collections, enjoying the many art-inspired activities that abound in Taos, and making new friends at specially-arranged meals, entertainment and pastimes.

Because Taos has so much to offer to the adventurer, the calendar of TAS also includes experiential tours like visits to cultural farms, stays at a local WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms), weeklong excursions into Georgia O’Keefe’s life and art, guided tours of Frida Kahlo’s Mexico and a very special camping excursion into Canyon de Chelly.

The success of TAS, now in its 27th year, lies in Beck’s own decades-long experience in the arts and the authenticity of the curriculum with its roster of talented artists and instructors who intimately know both their craft and the region.

“Taos is a unique and vibrant place, and the school attracts those who are passionate about what they are setting out to learn and experience,” Beck emphasized. “We, in turn, are passionate about what is being offered and how it integrates both learning and immersion into all Northern New Mexico offers.”

Note to locals: a class with TAS may just give you a fresh outlook on the place you call home; you’ll also receive a 10 percent scholarship towards the tuition.

The classes — spanning anywhere from several days to one week — are limited to 12 participants and tend to fill up quickly, so Beck encourages you to call TAS with any questions you may have. “We love talking about our classes and what awaits you when you visit the Left Bank of the Rio Grande.”

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What comes to mind when you think of Vintage Taos style? If your answer is that it’s more of a feeling and an ode to an older way of life, then you are on the right track.

Southwest style is as unique as the area and as unique as the person styling it. It takes its cue from the many cultures and traditions that have survived for hundreds of years in Northern New Mexico.

And while there are many great places to find unique vintage and contemporary designs in the area, here are four stores to visit this summer to help you add a little Southwest Vintage flair to your outfit or home.

A true “Southwest Vintage” store, People of the Valley has a beautifully curated space in Cabot Plaza off of Kit Carson Road. Their selection of vintage southwest clothing includes offerings for both men and women from the past century. An outstanding collection of vintage cowboy boots and hats are worth the trip alone, but you’ll also want to look at their jewelry case, with both vintage and newer silver

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and turquoise accessories. They also have contemporary lifestyle lines which include candles and skincare, if you are looking for hip gifts for yourself or a loved one.

Just across the street, and next to World Cup Coffee, is the newly opened vintage store, Steel Magnolias. Just a few steps into the door and you are met with a rack of great condition pearl snap western shirts alongside vintage leather jackets and vests.

Along the back wall, you’ll find shelves of “brand new, lightly worn, and aged” cowboy boots of every style. They also offer contemporary jewelry, scarves and carvings made by area locals and “cowgirls from the southwest.” You’ll also want to walk around and check out the self-described “American Pickers” style antiques and oddities.

Heading north onto Highway 150, no visit to Arroyo Secco is complete without popping into Arroyo Secco Mercantile. The building that houses the mercantile was originally built in the late 1800s as a general store,

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and entering this shop feels a little bit like stepping back in time. They have newer gift and clothing items, most sourced from local suppliers, but you’ll want to keep an eye out for their vintage cookware, Navajo serapes and jewelry. Also, be sure to head upstairs to look over a room full of antique furniture if you want a truly unique piece from the area.

And last but not least, to get an authentic taste of vintage southwest, visit Chimayo Trading Del Norte in the Ranchos Plaza next to St. Francis de Asis church. This fine art gallery offers authentic Navajo, Hopi and Zuni pottery, weavings and paintings that call back to the historic nature of the over 250-year-old plaza building. While you are there, check out the cases and cases of vintage turquoise and silver jewelry mixed with more contemporary pieces as well. The gallery and trading post takes up two large areas of the plaza and houses an impressively large inventory of fine art, both historic and new.

People of the Valley 575-737-8288; 108 Kit Carson Road, Suite A, Taos; peopleofthevalley.com

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Arroyo Secco Mercantile 575-776-8806; 488 NM-150, Arroyo Seco; secomerc.com

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Taos Ski Valley’s Confluence Highlighting regional goods

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hen two rivers merge, it is called a confluence.

The vision of creating a cultural “confluence” is the goal of one of the most recent businesses to take up residence at Taos Ski Valley, adjacent to the newly-built Blake Residences.

Confluence Artisan Goods provides local artisan-crafted goods to those hoping to bring home a piece of the Southwest. The store highlights “a diverse collection of New Mexican and vintage European curios,” said Taos Ski Valley’s Marketing Director Tania McCormack.

McCormack said the name is based on the idea that items and styles from multiple cultures have come together throughout history, and in this instance, are for sale in one location.

The meaning behind the name also has local significance. “Taos Ski Valley’s combination of cultures makes the area stand out from other resort destinations. To the store, it means representing all those cultures in carefully curated pieces to gift or add to your own home,” McCormack said.

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RETAIL CONFLUENCE Confluence focuses on women’s fashion, fine art, pottery, home decor and more. The store highlights a combination of works by local artists and national brands like Pendleton Woolen Mills.

Confluence focuses on women’s fashion, fine art, pottery, home decor and more. The store highlights a combination of work by local artists and national brands like Pendleton Woolen Mills. “The wares are specifically curated to highlight the recognizable Southwestern fashion, home goods and more,” she said.

Owned and operated by Taos Ski Valley, Inc. and managed by Jeff Sherwood, the company was opened as an opportunity “to highlight many of the talented artists of this area and provide a welcoming shopping experience in our new Lower Plaza,” McCormack said.

She said the store doesn’t have a focus on sourcing any particular one type of clothing item or homegood. Instead, they stick to a philosophy of buying “unique, desirable, local [items] when possible, [as well as] exceptional quality items.”

The store features wares by regional artists like Logan Wannamaker, Geoffry Gorman, Allen Wilkison, Kat Schilke, JoAnn Jack, Tiffany Gremillion and Pam Dietrich.

“Guests, staff and community are strolling in and falling in love with the store commenting on how warm, inviting and beautiful the shop is,” she said. Guests are also asking about how they can view more of an artist’s work, McCormack added.

Confluence hopes for continued growth, and aims to provide a sense of local culture that “will continue to live in people’s homes as a special way to remember the area and the persons who made them.”

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RETAIL you feel in your head, and can often lead to inexplicable hyperactivity (like vacuuming your whole house). Cannabis indica is a relaxing high you feel in your body, providing the perfect chill for listening to Pink Floyd, Radiohead or Billie Eilish. Hybrids — a combination of the two strains — are also very popular among users.

Cannabis flowers (buds) can be smoked in a joint, bowl or bong, or vaped in a vaper.

Cannabis can also be ingested in the form of an edible, like chocolates and gummies, or consumed as tinctures, which can be added to tea. Finally, cannabis can be applied topically in the form of a salve.

Common side effects include nausea, fatigue, anxiety, dry mouth and a brutal case of the munchies. Use caution when mixing cannabis with alcohol — they can compound each other’s effects and quickly spiral out of hand.

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ruising around Taos, you might wonder if the skunk you smell is the black and white variety or one that’s decidedly greener. That’s because New Mexico legalized recreational adult-use cannabis in June 2021, and weed went on sale on April 1. The Enchanted Circle now plays host to tokers from around the state, as well as visitors from farther afield.

Adults can purchase up to two ounces at a time (the legal limit for personal possession).

Southwest Cannabis and Taos Cannabis Cooperative were the first in the region to sell recreational marijuana, and new stores

are cropping up every month.

If you live in New Mexico, you can also grow your own — adults are allowed to grow six mature plants on their property, with a household cap of 12 plants. Grows typically take three months.

While it’s not legal to smoke weed in the street, adults can smoke in their home or at a cannabis consumption bar (think Amsterdam coffee shops).

There are two primary strains of cannabis, providing two very different kinds of intoxication. Cannabis sativa is an energizing high

Remember, it’s illegal to drive while under the influence of cannabis, so always use a designated driver or plan to drive many hours after you’ve consumed some.

New Mexico legalized medical marijuana in 2007, the twelfth state to do so. To stand up its new recreational cannabis industry, it looked to other states, like Colorado and New York, for guidance.

The industry is expected to bring in $300 million in annual sales revenue, according to the state’s Cannabis Control Division, the regulatory body created to oversee legalization. The agency reported more than $5 million of cannabis products were sold across the state over the opening weekend.

There are 18 states that have legalized recreational adult-use (21+) cannabis. Federally, weed is still considered a controlled substance, although the U.S. House of Representatives in Washington, D.C. recently passed a law to decriminalize it.

In addition to legalizing cannabis, New Mexico expunged criminal records for those imprisoned for possession, and created a system for the incarcerated to have their sentences reduced.

If you plan to travel out of state, don’t take your stash with you. It’s illegal to cross state lines with cannabis, even if weed is legal in the state you’re travelling to.

There are endless possibilities when it comes to enjoying recreational cannabis in and around Taos: you can smoke a bowl and hike the trails or lay out under the stars; eat gummies and see a musical performance; hit a museum and marvel at fine art; or just stay at home and enjoy the company of family and friends. It’s all good — and legal.

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Hotel Luna Mystica The most Instagram-able on the list, Hotel Luna Mystica is a vintage trailer hotel surrounded by sagebrush, open skies, and views of the peaks of Taos Ski Valley. If you have a friend you haven’t seen since the pandemic began or need a night away with your love, this is the place. Twenty trailers of varying sizes encircle a common open space complete with fire pits. Dogs — and fixings for s’mores — are most welcomed.

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For the full-hotel experience with a unique Taos touch:

Sagebrush Inn and Suites At the southern end of town, the Sagebrush Inn and Suites offers a beautiful welcome to those visiting Taos. It’s also home to the gorgeous Sagebrush Cantina, where anyone can enjoy live music every night of the week. Most rooms have a kiva-inspired fireplace, guests have access to a heated outdoor pool and several rooms have patios or balconies — perfect spots to soak in unobstructed sunsets over the mountains.

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For those seeking the spirit of the west:

St. James Hotel, Cimarron Just over an hour from Taos, Cimarron’s welcome sign informs visitors that this is “where the Rockies meet the Plains.”

Located on the Santa Fe Trail, the St. James Hotel offers many lodging options, including 13 historic rooms named after illustrious former guests like Buffalo Bill Cody and Annie Oakley, complete with 19th century furnishings. Guests can walk to Cimarron attractions like the Aztec Mill

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Museum, Cimarron Mercantile, Schwenk’s Antiques and other historic sites along the Old Town Cimarron Walking Tour. At Cimarron Canyon State Park, just twenty minutes from the St. James, visitors can enjoy hiking and fishing. No matter how you spend your day, dinner and drinks at Lambert’s Restaurant and TJ’s Saloon are a must. Check their website for information about their summer live music series.

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or some people, the entrepreneurial spirit strikes when they see a need and decide to provide.

Others have a passion they are bursting to share. For Elizabeth and Eric vom Dorp, it may have been a little of both. The two share a lifelong love of adventure and a can-do spirit that began when they fell in love 50-plus years ago.

Eric was headed to South America in 1968 when he stopped to visit a friend at the commune in Lama, NM. He stayed two years before he traveled to Europe where he met Elizabeth. In 1971, he returned to New Mexico, this time with his wife, and the duo rented a small cabin on property owned by Elmira Mackie who, with husband Ted, had settled in the bucolic San Cristobal valley in the 1920s.

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Enraptured by their surroundings, they bought part of the property from Elmira, then founded Questa Honey, a product many locals and visitors still miss, and hauled Christmas trees to California to sell.

They raised two children in the valley before embarking on different career paths.

stead, home to overnight cabin rentals, a blacksmith’s forge, trading post and the former Post Office.

That they would share the land that had so captured their imagination was a given.

The goji berries were inspired by Elizabeth’s fondness for the tangy berries. A Referring to the honey business, which at purported superfood, goji berries can be its peak produced 180,000 to 200,000 eaten raw, cooked or dried for use in herbal pounds of honey annually from hives all teas. In 2008, the vom Dorps began growover Northern New Mexico and parts of ing the berries on five acres using sustainSouthern Colorado, Eric says, “It’s a lot of able farming practices like drip irrigation work and angst. People steal the hives, then and organic methodology and continue there’s wildfires, bears, trucks break down… to sell them today. everything that can happen. I was foolish enough to hold on, but it didn’t work out, so The rest of the property is home to a two-acre pumpkin patch, a petting zoo with I let it go.” sheep, goats and alpacas, a working organic The couple moved to Hawaii for several farm with guinea hens, turkeys and chickens years before returning to San Cristobal (farm fresh eggs for guests), apple orchard, for the next phase of their lives. They raspberries, flower gardens, creeks, purchased the rest of the Mackie’s home- ponds, aspen and cottonwood trees,

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he property is both a retreat for those seeking to unplug and an adventure for World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms program that pairs volunteers with organic farmers who need help.

WWOOFers stay in a bunkhouse near the rental cabins, all of which evoke the literary and artistic heritage of the Mackie property and the nearby D.H. Lawrence Ranch.

“We found watercolors by D.H. Lawrence in our attic, and letters to the publishers by Frieda Lawrence,” the vom Dorps note on their website.

Additionally, “Aldous Huxley lived and wrote in one of our cabins and he built the outhouse that still stands in back.”

Guest cabins invite creative get-aways with names like Huxley, Georgia O’Keeffe, Writer’s Cabin, Poet’s View, Artist’s Retreat, Dorothy Brett, D.H. Lawrence and Frieda Lawrence. The Pond Casita, which was partially dug into the ground, once housed chickens.

All the cabins are powered by solar energy from on-site panels and are cleaned with earth-friendly products.

Guests who love the glamping experience can also rent one of two tipis on site.

San Cristobal’s Post Office was moved to another, more convenient location and the old trading post now serves as a “farm-to-table” cafe and gathering space for guests. Other guest amenities include cedar Ofuros (Japanese-style soaking hot tubs), wood-fired and infrared saunas, hammocks, farmfresh eggs and produce. Add-ons include gourmet breakfasts and dinners. Guests will find incredible birding and star gazing on site. The vom Dorps and crew can also offer advice on where to find the best fishing, hiking, horse trail rides, shopping and sightseeing around the Enchanted Circle.

As the vom Dorps note on their website, “We envisioned that this magic land would be a sanctuary best shared with others.”

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ith the rapids coming fast and the spray up all around, there is little time to talk. We are entering the Souse Hole: the last large rapid on the Racecourse section of the Rio Grande. The black basalt rocks loom up ahead and river guide Che Pirozak-Lillick calls out “Forward one. Again. Again,” and we paddle, attempting to maneuver our raft into the correct position to pass through Souse Hole without flipping over.

We already know that many of the rafts that pass through this section in some water conditions flip in the hole.

After making it through several other challenging rapids, we are paddling together well and have come to trust our guide to get us through safely, but the tension builds as we near the drop and we grip our paddles, ready to change our course in an instant.

Now we can see the glassy smooth water before the big drop and hear the roar of the rapids just beyond. Hitting the rapid straight on, our raft drops down into the hole of churning, foaming waves splashing everyone with a cold surge of river water. Then, the front of the raft pops up into the air, and we are through; wet, but happy to have made it without anyone falling out of the boat or flipping upside down.

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The Racecourse Our river trip early in the 2022 season includes two seasoned guides with Los Rios River Runners, Pirozak-Lillick and James Collins, along with two interns, Kayla Dunkel from Florida and Daniel Sage of North Carolina. The Racecourse is one of the most popular river trips on the Rio Grande. At about five miles long, it has a mix of moderate to more challenging rapids and is generally appropriate for those age six and up, with the age rising to 12 or above in high water. The river guides become experts in “reading the river” and navigating the right line to avoid collisions with rocks and turning the rafts upside down.

This is the first time on the Rio Grande for the interns, and they approach the trip with a mix of excitement and nervousness. They will have to run this section more than 20 times and prove their expertise before they are allowed to guide river guests. They listen to the safety briefing given by Pirozak-Lillick, knowing that someday their chance will come to do the same when they guide their own trips.

We learn that if we fall out of the raft, we should try to stay near the boat and if that’s not possible, to keep our feet up and face down the river, letting our life jackets keep us afloat. Perhaps most important of all, we learn to avoid the hazard of putting our feet down on the river bottom where a foot might get caught in the rocks.

Since our put-in at Quartzite Site, named for the pink and red quartzite of the Pilar Cliffs, we’ve navigated around rocks like the 360-ton boulder Baby Huey, and been through the Narrows, Eye of the Needle, Sleeping Beauty, Big Rock and the Boulder Field rapids. We’ve passed under the Glenwoody Bridge, which is hazardous in higher

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ADVENTURE RIVER RAFTING water conditions, but today barely requires a quick duck down to pass underneath.

We see mallard and merganser ducks and mourning cloak butterflies with dark wings edged in yellow. Pirozak-Lillick spots an otter and explains that in 2008, eight river otters were released into the Rio Pueblo.

They were the first wild otters in New Mexico since 1953. Soon after, more otters were released in the Upper Rio Grande watershed and now they are a common sight, along with beavers, big horn sheep, bobcat and an occasional mountain lion or bear. We stop to see a group of petroglyphs only visible from the river, including an ancient lizard and spiral, along with crosses left by Spanish explorers.

Final float After the excitement of the rapids, we enter the Mellow Mile, the final section of the Racecourse trip. The deep green river is mostly slow and placid here and we have time to enjoy the sun, breathe the breeze scented with sage, and watch the banks of the river slide peacefully by. Inspired by the rhythm of the river, talk turns more philosophical. Pirozak-Lillick speaks about the Zen of the river and says that people who float here take away a deeper appreciation of wild places and he hopes they will be motivated to help protect the rivers.

At the take-out at the County Line Site, Cisco Guevara, founder of Los Rios River Runners and local storytelling legend meets us with tea, coffee, hot chocolate and fruit. He reflects that science is showing us what river rafters already know: that being in, on or near moving water is soothing to the human psyche.

He says although the pandemic has presented challenges for all river rafting companies in the last two years, what hasn’t changed is the ability for the river to refresh and rejuvenate our spirits.

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Who is running the river this year?

In addition to the Racecourse, there are Rio Grande rafting trips offered on the more challenging Taos Box, as well as the mellow Orilla Verde. Rio Chama trips are also available.

For more information on the trips offered

by Los Rios River Runners, call them at 575-776-8854 or visit losriosriverrunners.com.

Other Taos rafting companies

New Wave Rafting “Kids love New Wave Rafting. We are offering family-friendly trips from the mildest to the wildest on the Rio Grande and the Rio Chama.

We are expecting a great runoff which translates to some great rapids,” says New Wave Rafting (pictured right).

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New Mexico River Adventures (NMRA) “This year is shaping up to be a spectacular rafting season. We are predicting great river levels which will translate into fun and exciting whitewater for everyone on the Rio Grande! We’ve made lots of improvements to our headquarters and everyone can look forward to the same great service, safety and fun that they’ve grown to expect from us,” says NMRA.

Heritage Inspirations “In a time where technology has inundated our lives, Heritage Inspirations LLC, New Mexico’s Premier Travel Co.,has partnered with New Mexico River Adventures to create socially responsible culinary/river adventures that connect our guests with the excitement of living, the quietness of being, and the joy of feasting. Join us this spring and summer and discover why rivers pair so nicely with locally sourced dishes, regional wine, and good friends,” according to Heritage Inspirations.

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Big River Raft Trips 800-748-3746; bigriverrafts.com In business for almost 40 years, Big River Raft Trips offers fun river trips complete with river side picnics and other amenities.

Big River Raft Trips 800-748-3746; bigriverrafts.com

Far Flung Adventures Adventures on the Rio Grande and the Rio Chama, along with river camping and mountain biking are all offered.

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ADVENTURE MOUNTAIN BIKING

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High-risk high-reward options for mountain biking in Taos County are vast.

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here’s the classic South Boundary Trail. It’s registered by the International Mountain Bicycling Association as an EPIC (an iconic and adventurous backcountry trail). Shuttle Taos is a service that can help facilitate the logistics of dealing with a 20-plus-mile trail. The USFS-permitted shuttle service will drop you at one of two spots along the trail. Those wanting to tackle the whole length of the south boundary can be dropped off at Forest Road 76 in Angel Fire for a 21.5 mile ride back

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to their car. For a shorter ride back to your car you can get dropped off at Garcia for a 13 mile ride.

Seasoned mountain biking veterans needing a change of scenery can opt instead for Shuttle Taos’ new service, offering folks shuttles for those who want to ride, run or throughhike sections of the Continental Divide Trail.

The section between Cumbres Pass and Echo Amphitheater is about 95 miles and has good access points every 20-25 miles.

The Carson National Forest Service offers, on their website, a list of mountain biking trails

between the Camino Real Ranger District, Questa Ranger District, and the Tres Piedras Ranger District. While clear signage can sometimes be tricky out in the field, the CNFS provides detailed GeoPDF (an interactive map where you can obtain coordinates and 3D elevation, and track positions using a GPS device) maps for certain trails.

For those wanting a casual, easy going mountain biking experience, Taos can also offer relatively easy non-arduous trails. The easiest is the Rio Grande Gorge West Rim Trail. It’s only 3.7 miles and offers very little in the form of technical obstacles, but you’ve got the gorgeous backdrop of the Gorge Bridge and the Rio Grande. From the moment you get out of your car you have an opportunity of either making interesting conversation or purchasing a cool tchotchke, plush blanket or fine piece of jewelry from one of the vendors in the parking lot area.

To make more of a day out of the short bike trail you can visit the nearby Earthship Biotecture only 2.1 miles away.

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The Rift Valley Loop Trail is a lengthier (12-plus miles), more vigorous trail, but you don’t have to worry about steep drops or sharp switchbacks. You still get the benefit of gorgeous scenery around you as you would at the West Rim Trail. The Rift Valley is where the Rio Pueblo de Taos and the Rio Grande Converge. When the summer heat is at full throttle you can ride down the Slide Trail, which is more popular as a hiking trail but you can take your bike on it, and quickly get to a spot to dip your toes or soak your body in the river. On October 16, the Field Institute of Taos will host the annual free community event “Ride the Rift”. There will be a raffle, fun activities and free food. Proceeds go to the Taos Area High School Mountain Bike Team.

Once you’ve built up your confidence and your endurance you can try tackling the Green Chile Flow Trail which is “3.5 miles of buttery banked turns” at Taos Ski Valley.

They designed the trail to be accessible to most skill levels.

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ere we are, getting back to basics after all our worlds were interrupted by COVID-19. Now is the moment to get outside and reinvigorate a vital love of the outdoors.

There is no better way to reboot and return outside than joining one of America’s fastest growing sports, rock climbing!

You’re probably thinking “no way, too dangerous,” right? Well, rock climbing sure does have a reputation for being a risk-taker, daredevil sport. A lesser-known fact is that technical rock climbing is enjoyable and a safe outdoor adventure for people of all ages and fitness levels. Beginners can be led safely up a cliff the first time out. Here is how: 1. There is always a rope attached to you and an anchor above you. 2. This anchor and rope can hold

almost 4,000 pounds. 3. Once you reach the top or decide to stop, you simply sit back into your harness, which is connected to the rope, and slowly lower back to the ground.

Accidents in technical rock climbing can happen, but are rare, and are almost always the result of carelessness, ignorance or lack of training, which, with quality instruction and professional guidance, are easily avoided.

Fortunately, you are in Taos, and can find expert guides and safe beginner trips right here (more about that later).

The sport of rock climbing is actually nothing new. It’s been a recreational sport in Europe since the 1800s, and even a couple of the formations in Yosemite, Cali. were climbed

by John Muir as early as 1869. Despite these early ascents, technical rock climbing in America only dates back to the 1950s, when Yosemite and the Shawangunk Mountains

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Al fresco dining and drinking are easy in Taos — people live here and visit here for the majesty of the outdoors so why not enjoy your favorite libation under the stars? Every place has its own vibe and individual personality, so we’ve got you covered.

We kick if off where the locals do, The Alley Cantina. The restaurant and bar are housed in the oldest building in Taos in the heart of the historic district.

The Alley Cantina (locals refer to it as “The Alley”) has a downhome, local vibe. There is music every night and is sometimes called a “proper bar,” because it is one of the few places open past midnight. If you’re looking for a strong drink without a strong price, head to The Alley, “the most happening spot in Taos.”

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ENTERTAINMENT STARS AND BARS The place for margaritas is also known as, “the living room of Taos.”

In addition to the seating throughout its Adobe Bar and restaurant, Doc Martin’s Restaurant serves drinks on its historic, European-like patio. In-town al fresco dining and drinking doesn’t get any better than this. The two most popular ‘ritas are the Cowboy Buddha and I Need a Miracle but you needn’t stop there – the menu is expansive and there is something for everyone.

Lambert’s of Taos Lambert’s of Taos has long been known as offering the best service in town. Their employees are personable and well trained and with a full-time Sommelier on staff, many locals agree that Lambert’s has the best selection of wine in town. Their patio, which locals know as “the treehouse,” has seating nestled under the apple tree offering an intimate in-town vibe with a countryside ambience.

A short walk away is Martyrs Steakhouse with ample outdoor seating and a grassy courtyard. Martyrs is recognized as “upscale and tourist-friendly,” with an authentic Taos vibe that welcomes the nattily dressed and those wearing dust-covered boots. The Honey Locust Bar, aptly named thanks to the honey locust trees all over the property, has a broad range of beers, wines, spirits and cocktail selections that include everything from absinthe to fresh lavender.

Rolling Still is the newest kid on the block. The local vodka distillery is the place for “hipsters, the young and the young at heart.”

They tick all the boxes: womenowned, family run, small-batch, gluten-free, organically sourced. If that’s not enough, they partner with local farms and create vodka-inspired cocktails in varieties so interesting it can be difficult to make a decision.

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ENTERTAINMENT STARS AND BARS If you are heading north out of town, take a right at what locals call, “the blinking light” (Hint: it no longer blinks), to Medley. Located in El Prado, Medley offers “the best view in town.” The outdoor seating is nestled at the base of Taos Mountain, and in addition to the restaurant, includes its own wine shop. A drink at Medley will be high quality and almost too-pretty-to-drink, but not quite. You won’t be disappointed.

Just down the road in Arroyo Seco, Sabroso, which literally means delicious, has the largest outdoor patio around. The meandering-like vibe with live music and a combination of low and high-top tables has a “festival-like feeling.” With arguably the most perfect ‘Perfect Margarita’ in Taos County, your mood will immediately lift simply by sitting under the trees at Sabroso and being part of the enthusiastic, yet low-key energy.

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ENTERTAINMENT MOUNTAIN MUSIC

Gov’t Mule June 11 Taos Mesa Brewing Mothership

Thievery Corporation May 29 in Kit Carson Park Also featured on Memorial Day, some of the most gorgeous electronic music to come along, Rob Garza and Eric Hinton’s Thievery Corporation ensemble proves to be a powerhouse mix of dance and groove. “We always wondered: with so much incredible music in the world, why would anyone limit themselves to one genre? Well, we found out — it’s far easier to stay in one lane than to genre hop,” Hilton said in an AMP Concerts statement. Don’t go expecting a couple of guys standing behind keyboards, instead watch for a full-on performance you won’t soon forget.

Back in 2010, there was a frantic shuffle among local and out-of-town promoters to fill the perceived gap left by the Taos Solar Music Festival when it went on hiatus the previous year. In its place, the Taos Mountain Music Festival in Taos Ski Valley was born. And, it’s also when Gov’t Mule first kicked up its hooves in our neck of the woods. While that festival was short-lived, the band has continued its tradition of providing straight ahead hard-driving rock your bones will refuse to stand still for.

The show also marks a triumphant return for The Taos Mesa Brewing Mothership, having survived a disastrous fire in 2020 and the Covid lockdown, the popular venue is most heartily back and better than ever.

ZZ Top June 18 in Kit Carson Park Legendary Texas boogie rockers ZZ Top turn up the heat in Taos this June. Sadly, it will be without Dusty Hill, 72, the band’s

bassist since its inception more than 50 years ago. Word is that before he died in his sleep July 27, 2021, Hill wanted the band’s 20-year guitar tech Elwood Francis to take his place. Thus, the band’s infectious style and memorable presence will remain intact.

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Lyle Lovett and his Large Band /Chris Isaak July 3 in Kit Carson Park This is going to be one sizable one-two punch for the Independence Day Weekend in Taos. “A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music,” an AMP Concert statement reads. “Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.” Meanwhile, Chris Isaak has found himself at home in the studio, concert stage and in front of movie cameras. The Platinum-selling and Grammy-nominated singer and actor has performed to sold-out crowds across the globe, noting his popular hit “Wicked Game” as audience’s first intro.

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Elle King July 4 in Kit Carson Park Multi-platinum award-winning artist Tanner Elle Schneider, also known as Elle King, takes the stage in a free Fourth of July concert in Taos. She has made a name for herself as a country, soul, rock and blues artist loaded with style and talent. This singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, television personality, actress and new mom is also the daughter of comedian Rob Schneider. This event is free, but register for a ticket to get updated info on the day’s activities. Tickets are also available by phone through Hold My Ticket at 505-886-1251.

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“Widely ranked among the greatest live bands of their generation,” an AMP Concerts statement reads. “My Morning Jacket have long maintained their status as one of the most vital forces in American rock-and-roll. With their thrillingly expansive and eclectic sound, the Louisville-bred band has influenced an entire era of musicians, largely by staying one step ahead of mainstream pop culture and following their instincts to endless innovation.” My Morning Jacket has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 from each ticket will go to supporting nonprofits working to secure social justice, ensure mental health care for all and confront the climate crisis.

Each of the above shows are produced

by Albuquerque-based promoters AMP Concerts. For tickets and addition information, visit ampconcerts.org/tag/Taos.

In addition to these headliners, expect local bands and performers to keep dancefloors hopping at the Rodeo de Taos in late June, the Fiestas de Santiago y Santa Ana July 22-24, the free Taos Plaza Live show every Thursday evening in the center of town, and rounding out the summer, the 20th annual Michael Hearne’s Big Barn Dance Music Festival September 8-10.

Plus, expect local nightspots to feature a varied selection of rock, folk, pop, Spanish and world music.

As of this writing, live music can be found in Taos at the Taos Mesa Brewing Mothership, Alley Cantina, Taos Inn, The Sagebrush Inn Cantina, Rolling Still Brewery, The Burger Stand and Gutters Bowling Alley. Up in Tres Piedras, check out the Chili Line Depot; and in Red River stop by the legendary Motherlode Saloon, Texas Reds Lost Love Saloon, Bull of the Woods and the new Red River Brewery. Take a drive up toward Taos Ski Valley and stop by the Village of Arroyo Seco for music at Sabroso Restaurant, and hotly anticipated events under the Seco Live banner.

Some of these events are free, some have a nominal cover charge. All are unique and present the amazing breadth of musical talent by local entertainers. And, don’t forget, always tip your waiters.

For updates to these and other music events, check out Tempo magazine inside the Taos News or visittaosnews.com.

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Aug. 27 Enchanted Circle Bicycle Tour Red River

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