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Welcome
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Historic Hotels
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Our Towns
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On The Green
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Outfitters
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Time to Dine
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Mountain Memories
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Summer Calendar
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Revolts and Revolutions
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Festival Favorites
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arly May, Mother’s Day coming up, and winter is having a hard time letting go—more snow, wet snow the last few days, but quick to melt. I’m sitting on the porch, reading in an old wooden rocking chair, when I spot a couple of kids walking their bikes up the gravel road. The porch is a perfect perch for spying; big pine tree branches sprawl around the grounds; so they don’t even know I’m there. Just a couple of kids—one seven or eight, the other a little older—kicking it on a spring Saturday afternoon. Baseball caps turned backwards on their heads. Pants riding so low they have to stop periodically to hitch them up. Tennis shoes—untied. Baggy sweatshirts. A strong gust could blow their gear right off. But they seem so carefree they could probably care less. Life’s an easy stroll living in the southern Rockies, a cool place to grow up. They look like locals; I think I’ve seen them riding at the mountain, ducking ropes to poach powder. They might even be the kids I heard about a few days back who caught a bunch of bullfrogs, hauled them home and dumped them in the bathtub until their little brother opened the door and frogs scattered around the house. They were finding frogs for days. An early Mother’s Day gift, when all she really wanted was a little bit of PEACE AND QUIET. The boys walk up to the field next door where there are lots of trees, downfall, brush for cover, and throw their bikes down on the edge of the road. Before long, each has a gun-like stick and they crawl behind logs on the ground, launch pine cone
hand grenades, keeping an eye out for the enemy. Then the younger one stands and gets picked off and crumples to the dirt. Dead. So young. Way too young to die such a horrible death. “Man,” his brother says. “You can’t just die like that. You gotta know how to do it. Don’t you even know how to die? You can’t just fall down and play dead.” A death critic. “Yeah?” the dead one says. “What do you know about it?” “If you’re gonna play right, you gotta learn how to die right. You just need to imaginate it. Like this.” And he proceeds to demonstrate a more proper way to die. With flair. With passion. With panache. Every kid who has ever died knows you have to put some effort into it. You can’t just topple over. You can’t overreact like kids who clutch their heart and make long-winded speeches at the very moment they’re gasping for air. Or stagger around too long and flop around endlessly on the ground long after you should have already been dead. Every kid who dies a lot knows that. But some kids just don’t get it; they never figure out the finer points of dying, the subtleties. You need the right grimace, the proper face of pain. And timing. It doesn’t really matter in the big picture if you’re speared or harpooned, shot by a gun or arrow; you should clutch the wound, maybe your throat, stagger a few small steps, drop and crawl a little ways, but not too far. You have to remember, you’re almost a goner. You can stick your tongue out the side of your mouth in the final moments, even HighCountry 2017
Air time flutter your eyes, but again, not too much, not if you know anything at all about dying. Some kids have it; some don’t. Some kids really know how to die— the right emphasis on the right action at the right time. Naturals when it comes to dying. Of course, there are the masters, who know that while death comes to everyone, all deaths are not the same; certain deaths, especially the more vivid and horrible, require all your skills to portray a particular agony. All the right sounds, too. And if you’re sneaky and wondering what impact your death is having on those around you, you can sneak a peek at your audience to see how well your death scene is going over. So these boys keep working hard at it. And after awhile they act like they can die with the best of them. Nobody dies better than imaginative kids who have had plenty of practice. And when you’re dead, you’re dead. That’s it. No mas. That’s all she wrote. You don’t have to worry about a funeral or burial or going to heaven or hell. It’s over—at least for awhile, because you never stay dead forever. You have to be home for dinner. Seems strange that with school almost over for the year, springtime, season of rebirth and all that, somebody would choose to spend their free time dying. But it’s play these boys are after, not death. With all of the excellent adventures, cool people, wild art, cultures and cuisine to be found in the southern Rockies, as the kid says: “You just need to imaginate it.” — Joe Haukebo, Publisher hawk-media.com
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ome days it’s blonde over blue, sky-candy that demands unequivocal attention. Other days, hemmed in by the shadow-cast of canyon walls, it’s the silence that cuts through the pollution and drama of what it means to be human, and serves up a golden reminder. There are the snapshot instances and encounters: the rust-acned, roadside Ford truck exhibiting its time-worn character, buskers strumming tunes on the outskirts of a plaza, a river’s inclement waves walloping rafts that are shooting the rapids, frozen Margaritas on the patio of a cantina, mountain-peak invitations to climb higher, to extend your perspective. Summertime, when it comes to northern New Mexico and the southern Rockies, means the livin’ is easy—and challenging and inspiring and diverse. There is no one thing, or one way, no postcard reductivism. There are options and opportunities to create, participate, engage, and explore, and what you bring to it is what you’ll get back, exponentially multiplied. Taos, the grunge wonderland of northern New Mexico, is home to the Rio Grande Gorge—an awe-inspiring chasm that claimed the mantle of National Monument in 2012—and the Taos Pueblo, one of the oldest continuously inhabited communities in North America. Rafting, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and hot air balloon rides are some of the ways one can experience the Gorge. The Pueblo hosts various tribes from around the country as they take part in dance competitions at the Taos Pueblo Pow Wow, July 7-9. The Fiestas de Taos, reflecting the Hispanic heritage of the community, takes place July 21-23 on the historic Taos Plaza. Taos’s winter celebrity of a sibling, Taos Ski Valley, trades in its ski goggles for sunglasses, and becomes a summer-fun playground, where visitors can enjoy ski golf, mountain biking, horseback riding, and some of the best hiking in the area. Psychotropic light show, free and all-natural. Daily. That could be the tagline for Angel Fire’s name-to-fame sunsets. Angel Fire Bike Park, regarded as tops in the nation, offers over 60 miles of trails for those who like to
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engage the terrain in wheel-time. For those seeking a glide-toride experience, Zipline Adventure Tours features six ziplines, which expands the meaning of the phrase getting wired. And don’t miss the world-famous Music From Angel Fire Festival, August 13-September 3. New this year, the Angel Fire Food and Wine Roundup (August 24-27) offers wine and spirits seminars, tastings, great chef luncheons, private chef dinners, mushroom hunt, music, and demos. Angel Fire is also home to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park, a stunning hillside chapel and visitor center dedicated to our war heroes. Approximately fifteen minutes away from Angel Fire is Eagle Nest Lake, offering some of the best trout fishing in the state. You could say that Red River is the little boy who dreamed of being a cowboy when he grew up. A gold-traced past as a boomtown, and a West-centric present that likes its hats tall and its drinks taller, Red River is the “Little Texas” of New Mexico. Square dancing, two-stepping, and line-dancing are part of the town’s footloose fabric (July 17-August 19), while summer highlight events include: The Buckaroo Ball (August 4), the music festival /cook-offs, Hot Chili Days, Cool Mountain Nights (August 16-19), and the Dulcimer Festival (August 5 and 6). New this year at the Red River Ski and Summer Area is the Gold Mine Pass, which includes unlimited use of the Pioneer Flyer, scenic chairlift, tubing, disc golf and a discount on the Hidden Treasure Aerial Park. Chama’s Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad, a national historic landmark and recently voted #1 American Train Ride in a USA Today poll, offers a 64-mile, steam-powered journey through canyons, meadows, and wilderness (May 27-September 4). Specially-themed train trips include: The Geology Train (June 18), Wild Flower Botany Train (Date TBA), the Cinder Bear Experience (various dates in July and August), and the Fourth of July Special. If ghostly lore floats your boat, then drop in at the historic St. James Hotel in Cimarron. With some of its outlaw “interior HighCountry 2017
decorators” leaving bullet holes in the walls as a stylistic statement, the rough-and-tumble past of the St. James Hotel is a sneak peek into the psyche of the Wild West. Numerous ghosts are said to call the St. James home. And just down the road is Philmont Scout Ranch, largest private backpacking facility in the world. Durango, which means “water town,” was named after the Animas River. Serving as the town’s liquid pipeline to summer fun, rec-on-the-river includes flyfishing, kayaking, canoeing, and white water rafting. A special celebration of the Animas takes place on Saturday, June 3, 9 am-6 pm, featuring whitewater slalom, paddleboat races, inflatable rodeos, a parade, and closing party. Two other notable summer events: “Music in the Mountains” classical music concert series (July 9-30) and “Fiesta Days,” honoring Durango’s Spanish and Native American character and history through food, crafts and entertainment (July 22-30). Rio Grande County, the gateway to the majestic San Juan Mountains, comprises South Fork, Monte Vista and Del Norte. The starting point for the Silver Thread National Scenic Byway is South Fork, where nature beckons from many angles and gives outdoorsy folks plenty to explore. Birding enthusiasts can enjoy the diverse families of birds that call the Monte Vista Wildlife Refuge home. Artificially created wetlands, tallying almost 15,000 acres, serve as a safe haven for mallards, pintail, teal, Canada geese, American avocets, killdeer, white-faced ibis, egrets, and herons. And the small, rustic town of Del Norte has carved out a reputation as a low-profile, high-quality option for mountain biking trails and extremes. Writer, poet, and playwright John Biscello lives and works in Taos. His books, Raking The Dust, Freeze Tag and Broken Land: A Brooklyn Tale, are available through Amazon.com. hawk-media.com
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OUTFITTERS BIG RIVER RAFTING The ultimate NM Whitewater Rafting Adventure! Big River Rafts has been guiding NM rafting trips and tours since 1983. Your adventure begins just 20 minutes south of Taos. We offer rafting trips to suit every need, every skill level. Relaxing dinner floats or exciting rapid rides down the Rio Grande, delicious picnics. Mild to wild rafting trips. Operating March-November. Large and small groups welcome.
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THE SOLITARY ANGLER Quality Year-Round Fly Fishing Without The Crowds. Guided fly fishing trips to wild river canyons, Rocky Mountain lakes and streams. Best guides and best private water around. Hacienda and cabins available on the Cimarron River. Owner Van Beacham is the author of Flyfisher’s Guide to New Mexico.
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ESKE’S PARADISE BALLOONS Hot air balloon rides into and over the Rio Grande Gorge since 1991. Flights at dawn with a ride into the desert outside Taos, inflation of the huge lighter-than-air craft, boarding the basket and floating upward with an experienced, licensed pilot. Champagne brunch and celebration included. Call for reservations and rates.
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Whitewater raft trips & scenic river travel in Santa Fe and Taos, NM. We offer other exciting water sports like kayaking with world class instructors, stand up paddle boarding with the region’s only ACA certified guide, or wilderness travel in the high alpine country, all with professional, safety conscious and knowledgable guides. Families and groups welcome. Call to reserve the adventure of a lifetime!
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MEMORIES In charting a course for a future Memory Lane – paved with images, impressions, and travel-tread keepsakes – we offer you a gilded inventory, what you might call “the Blueprint Special,” which runs the recreational gamut in northern New Mexico and the southern Rockies. SWITCHING GEARS Your personal scrapbook may include a snapshot of you in all your lung-inflated, muscle-pumped glory traversing a trail on two wheels. Angel Fire Bike Park, voted Best in the Southwest by MTBparks.com three years in a row, is the largest bike park in the Rockies and offers over 60 miles of top-notch terrain. Durango is a hotspot for singletrack-mountain-biking, and three of their most popular trails include: Horse Gulch (the easiest of the three), Dry Fork Loop (intermediate), and Hermosa Creek (an advanced, full-day trip).
A BIT OF THE OL’ BUBBLY Summertime, when the rivers are frothing at the mouth and “rapid transit” is at its peak. Whitewater rafting is where Zen meets adrenaline, and liquid religion can be found on the Rio Grande (snaking through the Gorge in Taos), the Animas River (winding through Durango) and the Chama River. Experienced rafters may choose to take on the turbulent, Class V Rapids of the Upper Animas River, which wends through the gorgeous San Juan backcountry.
TRACK RECORD William Faulker wrote that the “past is never dead, it’s not even past,” and the rumble of a steamengine train in the 21st century is a testament to that claim. The Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad, voted #1 American Train Ride in USA Today’s 16
2016 Reader’s Choice Awards, offers a 64-mile trip through steep canyons, high desert, and verdant meadows. Trains depart daily from Chama, NM, and Antonito, CO. The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad (ranked #2 in the aforementioned USA Today poll), originally used to transport silver and gold ore from the San Juan Mountains, has been in continuous operation since 1882. The gold and silver are long gone, yet a treasure trove of train’s-eye views remains part of the journey.
ART CRAWL Canyon Road, in Santa Fe, is a half-mile hotbed of artistic offerings and aesthetic pleasures. A summer-lovely stroll along the Road will acquaint you with over 100 galleries, artists’ studios, jewelry stores, clothing boutiques, home furnishings shops, and restaurants. When it comes to a family-friendly alternative art experience, Meow Wolf has become one of Santa Fe’s new-wave icons. Financially backed by Santa Fe resident and Game of Thrones author, George R.R. Martin, Meow Wolf has transformed a former bowling alley into an interactive wonderland, replete with its permanent installation, “The House of Eternal Return,” where an interdimensional Victorian house places you smack dab in the middle of a surreal, storybook adventure. Taos, whose distinct character as an art colony continues to change
and morph and evolve, has over 80 galleries and six museums, while the very town itself, with its artistically-bent legion of misfits, bohemians, raconteurs, and iconoclasts, is a Southwestern La Bohéme.
THROW ME A LINE New Mexico’s newest state park, Eagle Nest State Park (about 15 minutes north of Angel Fire) is home to Eagle Nest Lake, considered one of the best trout fisheries in the state The Chama River, a tributary of the Rio Grande, which begins as a freestone stream in the mountains on the Colorado border, boasts not only the rugged splendors of sandstone canyons and other scenic marvels, but also plenty of wild browns and rainbow trout to keep anglers engaged. Other favorites are the Red River, Cimarron, and Rio Grande.
LOOP TO LOOP A perfect summer’s day samplefest is cruising the 85-mile Enchanted Circle scenic byway, which flashes the region’s signature beauty —valleys, mesa, mountains, and forests—as you begin your circular odyssey in Taos, followed by Questa, Red River, Eagle Nest, Angel Fire, and back to Taos again. En route to Questa, you may want to pit-stop in San Cristobal and pay a visit to the D.H. Lawrence Ranch and Shrine, where the writer and his wife, Frieda, lived during the 1920s. The Ranch is only open Thursdays and Fridays, 10 am-2 pm. HighCountry 2017
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WATERING HOLES Those plucky, fever-brained pre-Colonial Spaniards, who did their share of tromping around the Southwest in search of gold and a time-inverting Fountain of Youth, did stumble upon magical and restorative mineral springs, which one explorer dubbed Ojo Caliente (“hot eye.”) Today the Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort and Spa offers eleven different pools, with four different types of mineral water—Lithia, Iron, Soda, and Arsenic—each bearing different health benefits. Nestled within the San Juan Forest is Pagosa Springs, which is home to what has been called the largest and hottest mineral outflow in the world, the “Great Pagosah Hot Spring” (Pagosah is the Southwestern Ute word for “healing waters.”) Pagosa offers three different bathing facilities from which to choose: Healing Waters Resort and Spa, Overlook Mineral Springs Spa, and the Springs Resort and Spa.
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TAKE A HIKE Taos Ski Valley, while renowned for its world-class skiing, is also a hiker’s paradise, especially during the summer season. A diverse bounty of trees, such as Blue Spruce, Aspen, Western White Fir, Englemanns and Bristlecone Pine, reign supreme as the area’s organic monuments. Popular trails, with varying levels of difficulty, include: Williams Lake, Long Canyon/Bull of the Woods, Gavilan, Italianos, Manzanita, and Yerba Canyon. Then there’s the crown jewel, Wheeler Peak, a rigorous yet ultimately rewarding trek to the highest point in New Mexico at 13,161 feet, which offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the Sangre de Cristo mountains and the world below. You can also access the Wheeler zone from upper Red River Canyon.
ACTION SEQUENCE The fast-track way of experiencing high-altitude beauty is through Angel Fire’s Zipline Adventure tour, with six different ziplines grooving above the Moreno Valley.
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Ziplines range from 120 to 1,600 feet in length, with tours typically lasting two to three hours. Red River’s Hidden Treasure Aerial Park presents varied athletic challenges that come in the form of cargo nets, bridges, rope swings, cat walks, and ladder wings, as well as two ziplines.
LASTING VALUE When it comes to enduring tradition and historical richness, there is nothing quite like Taos Pueblo, one of the oldest continuously-inhabited communities in North America, and the only living Native American community designated both a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and a National Historic Landmark. It is speculated that the adobe buildings in the village were constructed between 1000 and 1450 A.D. The spirited celebration that is the Taos Pueblo Pow Wow takes place July 7-9, with different tribes from the U.S. and Canada engaging in Native dance competitions. Mesa Verde National Park (about 35 miles west of Durango) is home to the cliff dwellings occupied by ancestral Pueblo peoples in the late 12th and 13th centuries. These time-tested architectural marvels bring a whole new meaning to the term, “the ol’ neighborhood.” — John Biscello
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riot, revolt or revolution never remains complete without a rebel(s) to fuel the situation. These controversial leaders usually maintained an unsavory reputation as “troublemakers” at the time of their escapades. In time, northern New Mexico and southern Colorado history sometimes changes this viewpoint, honoring the leader through public memorialization. The reason for the rebellion, date(s) and leaders’ personalities may differ, but the outcomes and viewpoints of the events remain more positive over time.
PUEBLO REVOLT of 1680 Native American Popé (also spelled P-O-P-A-Y) of San Juan Pueblo led the Pueblo Revolt of 1680. He perceived the Spaniards as abusers of citizen labor in New Mexico pueblos and enforcers of the Spanish way of life (forcing the Catholic religion vs. Pueblo religion, taking crops and other valuables, cruel and unusual punishment, etc.). He organized Pueblo leaders to end Spanish rule and return to a former way of life. According to the plan, organizers were slated to kill the priest at each pueblo and converge on the capital in Santa Fe to cut off the water supply and capture government leaders. In the end, Governor Otermin abandoned his post and retreated to Mexico. Lieutenant Governor Alonso Garcia left to El Paso del Norte. Twentyone Franciscan priests and 400 colonists died. By 1692, with the revolt complete, the only signs that remained of the Spaniards were iron, tools, sheep, cattle and fruit trees. Today, a statue of Popé represents the state of New Mexico at Statuary Hall on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
PADRE MARTINEZ Padre Antonio José Martinez, born January 17, 1793, wed Maria de la Luz. When she died in childbirth, he decided to study for the priesthood. The padre greatly assisted his people as a parish priest, attorney, legislator, rancher, farmer and community leader. As an educator, he founded the first co-educational school because he realized the necessity for women to possess an education.
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As a publisher, he owned the first printing press west of the Mississippi and produced the newspaper El Crepusculo de la Libertad (The Dawn of Liberty) and a textbook. The paper included his opinions, some of them unpopular. As a critic of Archbishop Jean Baptiste Lamy, Martinez criticized the Archbishop about his enforcement of tithes on people who couldn’t afford them. Some people mistrusted the priest, suspecting him of sharing critical information with “the enemy.” Lamy threatened to excommunicate the priest, who left his parish but continued to practice his religion with those who wished to participate. Today, a bronze statue of Padre Martinez exists on Taos Plaza.
ALIANZA FEDERAL de MERCEDEZ In the early 1960s, Reies Lopez-Tijerina claimed that the U.S. government violated provisions of the Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo that ended the U.S. war with Mexico. In New Mexico, he founded the Land Grant Movement (Alianza Federal de Mercedez) in 1962. Tijerina advocated the return of certain lands to the people, heirs of the original owners. The Alianza stated that the U.S. government, through individuals and the Forest Service, occupied lands involved in the Treaty. Tijerina spoke at gatherings, but his best-known act of defiance occurred in 1967, at the Tierra Amarilla Courthouse when followers attempted a citizens’ arrest on an attorney. A gunfight occurred, including the firing of 20 shots and wounding two people. Lieutenant Governor Lee Francis activated the National Guard with the orders, “Shoot to Kill.” Eventually, the raid ended with the surrender of Alianza members. In early 1970, Reies Lopez-Tijerina received a prison sentence for leading the raid. Shortly before his January 14, 2015, death in El Paso at age 88, the activist received public recognition for this work at the University of New Mexico campus in Albuquerque.
CRUSADE FOR JUSTICE Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales was born June 18, 1928. A well-known boxer, poet and political activist from Denver, Colorado, he was concerned about police
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guys” roamed the community. brutality, especially against “Outrageous hippies with people of Mexican descent. no sense of manners acted He became disenchanted with raunchy,” added Bentley. When unsuccessful efforts to organize Bentley moved to Arroyo Seco change within the Democratic in 1972, everyone told him, Party and eventually led the “This is the end of your life. Colorado branch of La Raza The place is a mess.” Bentley, Unida party. Gonzales served surrounded by Hispanics, as the Director of the War on Native Americans and many Poverty Office and founded others, soon realized that the Crusade for Justice. He “this was a cultural thing – a fought for Chicano (Mexicandifferent sets of values. The American) unity, led protests, wars ended because everyone fought against racism and the grew older or was killed.” Two politics of poverty. Gonzales remnants remain from these lobbied for housing and times. Retired surgeon Robert educational opportunities. The Fies purchased the former activist founded the first New Buffalo commune and Chicano Youth Conference in renovated it into a bed and 1969 and Escuela Tlatelolco. The breakfast in Arroyo Hondo. advocate of self-determination Several years ago, the Town of and community control over Taos used the theme “Summer all aspects of Chicano life of Love” in its marketing spoke through schools, art campaign in observance of the galleries, credit bureaus, the hippie movement in Taos. newspaper El Gallo and his In northern New Mexico epic poem “I Am Joaquin.” and southern Colorado, these Gonzales was arrested beand other riots, revolts and cause of his efforts. The STATUE OF PADRE MARTINEZ ON TAOS PLAZA revolutions abound. All of the Crusade disbanded because movements require one or more rebels who may possess a of fear created by rumors of continued government troubled image at the time. However, history is eventually targeting following a raid on the group’s headquarters. kind to some of the rebellious leaders and regards them as “Corky” Gonzales died April 12, 2005. The city of Denver heroes in a positive light. named a public library in his honor.
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Dr. Kathryn Córdova is a retired educator, and currently a writer, editor,
Lee Bentley discussed the Hippie Wars in Arroyo Seco (Taos County) in the 1970s. “There was a lot of violence then,” he said. Residents described as “thuggish
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HISTORIC HOTELS HOTEL LA FONDA DE TAOS The oldest hotel in Taos is new again. In the heart of the historic district on Taos Plaza, La Fonda offers 21st Century amenities while preserving its rich Southwestern roots and ambience. Home to Noula’s Starbucks Coffee Shop and D.H. Lawrence’s “Forbidden Art Collection.” Nineteen rooms, five suites, and our Plaza Penthouse. Friendly, personal service. Walking distance to galleries, museums, shopping, entertainment, fine dining. 108 SOUTH PLAZA, TAOS, NM WWW.LAFONDATAOS.COM 505.758.2211
THE HISTORIC TAOS INN
Experience Southwestern charm and history at The Historic Taos Inn in the heart of Taos, NM. Acclaimed by National Geographic Traveler as “One of America’s Great Inns,” and listed on the National and NM Registers of Historic Places. 44 rooms and suites, most with Pueblo-style fireplaces. Award-winning Doc Martin’s Restaurant and The Adobe Bar on premises. Happy hour 4-6 Monday-Friday; free live music nightly. 125 PASEO DEL PUEBLO NORTE, TAOS, NM TAOSINN.COM 575.758.2233
STEAM TRAIN HOTEL Located in Antonito, Colorado, 6 miles north of the NM border on Hwy 285, The Steam Train Hotel is just 3 minutes from the Cumbres & Toltec Train Depot. Charming, unique rooms, single beds or suites with kitchenettes. There are even 2 rooms reputed to be haunted! Clean, comfortable and convenient for train buffs. 420 friendly. Open all year. The Cumbres & Toltec 2017 Season opens May 27. Book now! 402 MAIN STREET, ANTONITO, CO WWW.STEAMTRAINHOTEL.COM 719.298.8908
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AUG 18SEPT 3 SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL
Lesa Fraker, MD PhD FACEP
Owner/Medical Director Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physician
ANGEL FIRE TA O S LAS VEGAS R AT O N
TICKETS & INFO (575) 377-3233 (888) 377-3300 musicfromangelfire.org
care you can count on No appointment necessary 7 days a week All ages welcome Care for most illnesses & injuries
M I C H A E L H E A R N E ’ S 1 5 TH A N N UA L :
Colds and coughs Sprains and broken bones X-rays, prescription medications & lab tests on site
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Oxygen & IV Therapies for Altitude Sickness Most insurances accepted including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, & Humana
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200A Pioneer Road 575.754.1773
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FA-1 Ski Patrol Building 575.377.1805 The ONLY certified Urgent Care Clinics in the Enchanted Circle
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Dale Watson • Band of Heathens • Joe Ely • Red River Songwriters: Walt Wilkins, Kelley Mickwee, Susan Gibson, Brandy Zdan, Drew Kennedy & Josh Grider • John Fullbright • Chris Brashear, Peter McLaughlin & Todd Phillips • Eliza Gilkyson • Lari White • Bill Kirchen • Jimmy Stadler • Trout Fishing in America • High Plains Jamboree • Terri Hendrix & Lloyd Maines • Terry Allen • Bob Livingston • Jed Zimmerman • Rex Foster • Tommy Elskes • The Rifters • Michael Hearne & SxSW • Shake Russell • The Bill Hearne Trio • Halden Wofford and the Hi Beams • Dana Louise & the Glorious Birds • hONEy hoUSe • Pauline Reese • Adler & Hearne • Gerry Spehar TIX & SCHED:
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ON the GREEN ANGEL FIRE RESORT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Take your game to a higher level – like 8,700 feet – at Angel Fire Resort Golf Course and Country Club. Situated within the Sangre de Cristo mountains of northern New Mexico, our 18-hole championship course offers challenging golf and spectacular views at every turn. With a $17 million, state-of-the-art Country Club clubhouse, Angel Fire Resort boasts over 6,600 yards of unforgettable high-altitude golf. Affordable spring & summer golf and lodging packages are available. Fees: $35-$95, including cart. Golf & Lodging Package Information: 855.926.3937 / Pro Shop: 575.377.4488 www.angelfireresort.com
PENDARIES GOLF RESORT – ROCIADA, NM
Located 23 miles NW of Las Vegas, this remarkable golf resort is open the end of April to the middle of October, with tee times taken up to 12 months in advance. At 8,000 foot elevation overlooking the Rociada Valley, Pendaries is a challenging 18-hole mountain course that will test every golfer’s skill level. Golf course, lodge & restaurant make a perfect getaway for golfing couples, business meetings or retreats. Tall pines and cool temperatures create an atmosphere of relaxation and comfort. Play & Stay packages available; private homes or lodge rooms also for rent. Well worth the trip for a perfect weekend escape from the summer heat. Fees: Mon-Thurs $55, Fri-Sun $65 includes cart and sales tax. Twilight specials after 2 pm: $45 includes cart and sales tax. 505.425.3561 ext 213 for Lodge & Golf Package Reservations. Pro Shop for Tee Times 505.425.9890 www.pendaries.net
TAOS COUNTRY CLUB – TAOS, NM
Play the #4-rated golf course in New Mexico (Golfweek) in a spectacular setting between the Rocky Mountains and the Sangre de Cristos. Measuring 7,302 yards from the back tees, this Jep Wille links-style design is open to the public and has gently rolling terrain with four sets of tees to make the course enjoyable to all. The Terrace Bar and Grill is a great place to finish your round: gorgeous patio, delectable food, and refreshing beverages; or to hold a special event for your family or company. We have PGA Professionals, a fullyequipped pro shop and practice facility. 575.758.7300 www.taoscountryclub.com
TOWA GOLF RESORT – SANTA FE, NM
Awarded #1 Best Golf Hotel by Annual World Golf Awards 2016, Towa Golf Club is part of the AAA Four Diamond Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino, located only 15 short minutes north of Santa Fe Plaza. Towa is a magnificient collection of 27 holes designed by Hale Irwin and Bill Phillips. With a full array of amenities including a driving range, putting greens, full service club house with food and beverage service, pro shop, professional staff and grounds, Towa is a golfer’s paradise featuring the only island green in New Mexico. For tee times and current rates call 505.455.9000 or 877.465.3489 www.hiltonbuffalothunder.com
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endary grass-fed burger, green chile chicken stew, daily quiche. House-made soups, salads and a variety of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Incredible assortment of artisan breads, croissants, tarts, muffins, cheesecakes, cookies and more. Specialty coffees and fresh organic graband-go items. Open 8 am-5 pm daily. Sunday Brunch. Ask about our dinner hours. See our full menu: farmhousetaos.com
THE GORGE BAR and GRILL
TAOS A LA CART
– 625 Paseo del Pueblo Norte. 575-758-7503. Fast and fresh affordable meals inspired by world street food. Indoor seating, garden patio, or express takeout at our drive-through window. Moroccan: grilled beef, red peppers & onions served on flat bread pita or over rice with yogurt mint sauce. Indian: grilled chicken with spicy peanut sauce and chickpea, tomato & cucumber salad. Ethiopian: lentil curry with yams, peas & potatoes on rice with warm pita bread and salad (mild, medium or spicy). American classics, soups, stews, salads, sandwiches, Nathan’s hot dogs. Breakfast & lunch. Open 8 am-2:30 pm. $5.50 to $9.
ACEQ
– 480 State Road 150, Arroyo Seco, NM 87514. 575-776-0900. Fresh, local, fun dining at its finest. Family-owned, farm-to-table restaurant in Arroyo Seco. We serve our own interpretation of comfort food, utilizing the best in local, wild, and farm fresh ingredients. Contemporary takes on old classics, house-made specialties, craveable desserts. Chicken & Waffle Sunday-Thursday, Fresh Fish & Chips Friday, and Prime Rib Friday-Saturday. Reservations highly recommended. aceqrestaurant.com info@aceqrestaurant.com
COMMON FIRE – 88 State Road 150,
El Prado, NM. Locals-friendly, kids-friendly, just-plain-friendly. Bring an appetite. Beautiful, wood-fired clay oven pumps 26
out flatbreads and braises in a world of styles made with New Mexico’s best meats, grains, vegetables and fruit. Fresh, local, organic, delicious. Great patio; killer view. All-craft, all-draught beer and about 100 wines. Never reservations; show up when you’re ready. Noon to 9, Thursday through Sunday. We’re here for you. taoscommonfire.com
DOC MARTIN’S RESTAURANT
– 1/2 block N of Taos Plaza in the Historic Taos Inn, 575-758-1977. Fresh, casual dining in a historic setting. Winner of Wine Spectator’s “Best Of Award Of Excellence” for 28 consecutive years. Innovative Regional New American Cuisine using the freshest local ingredients, specializing in organic vegetables, meats and fish, including favorites like buffalo, elk, trout. Homemade desserts. Lunch, dinner, weekend brunch. Reservations recommended. docmartinsrestaurant.com
EL MEZE RESTAURANT
– Simply the Best. Located in the historic El Torreon Hacienda, 1017 Paseo del Pueblo Norte (1.2 miles north of Taos Plaza). 575-7513337. Regionally-inspired rustic New Mexican, Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine from chef and food historian Frederick Muller. Dinner only, Monday – Saturday 5:30 to 9:30 pm. Closed Sundays. Reservations recommended. elmeze.com
FARMHOUSE CAFÉ & BAKERY
– Three miles north of Taos Plaza at Overland Ranch. 575-758-LOVE (5683). Farm-to-table, local organic cuisine. Leg-
– 103 East Taos Plaza. 575-758-8866. Try our juicy burgers, handshaken margaritas, or fresh oysters – something for everyone! Enjoy the best Happy Hour in Taos on our patio overlooking Taos Plaza. TWO happy hours: M-F, 3-5:30 pm and 9-10:30 pm. Check out our wine bar and retail shop located below The Gorge: PARCHT BOTTLESHOP + BITES. 575-758-1994. A cozy place to discover unique wines + quality craft beer + hand-picked artisanal cheese & charcuterie + locally roasted coffee. Explore the things that excite us while you taste + shop + unwind. thegorge barandgrill.com & parcht.com
GUADALAJARA GRILL
– Two locations in Taos: Southside – 1384 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos: 575-751-0063. Northside – 822 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado: 575-737-0816. “Our secret sauce makes the difference!” Authentic Mexican food in New Mexico. Seafood, Chile Rellenos, Azteca Quesadilla, Camarones a la Diabla, Ceviche and so much more. Beer, Wine, Agave Margaritas. Voted “Best Of Taos” 2017: Best Traditional Mexican Restaurant, Best Fast Food Restaurant, and 2nd Place for Best Margarita. Open 10:30 am to 9 pm 7 days a week. Full menu online: guadalajaragrilltaos.com
RICKY’S
– Located 2 1/2 blocks south of Taos Plaza at 312 Paseo del Pueblo Sur. 575-758-1156. A locals’ favorite. Breakfast, lunch and dinner specials daily. Great New Mexican and American dishes at family-oriented prices. Breakfast enchiladas and meat-lover’s Bruno Omelette. Gluten-free and vegetarian chiles. Burgers made with fresh local beef daily. Kids’ menu. 80% of our dishes available vegetarian. Dine in or take out. Open 7 days, 7 am to 8 pm.
SABROSO RESTAURANT AND BAR – 470 State Hwy. 150, Arroyo
Seco, NM. 575-776-3333. A fine dining restaurant on the road to Taos Ski Valley. HighCountry 2017
Sabroso, which means delicious, is housed in a historic 150-year-old adobe in the tiny village of Arroyo Seco. Famous for our wood-grilled steaks, fully-stocked bar, and wine cellar. Patio dining in summer with outdoor bar, covered tables. Enjoy our fabulous margaritas, listen to musicians on our patio, or enjoy the comforts of our cozy indoor bar area. Annual 4th of July pig roast. Plan your event in our plum orchard. Open daily 4-9 pm. sabrosotaos.com
THE TERRACE at TAOS COUNTRY CLUB – 54 Golf
Course Drive in Ranchos de Taos. 575-758-7300. With 360º views of the beautiful Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Taos Valley, we offer breakfast & lunch daily from 8:30 am3:30 pm with fresh sandwiches, flavorful salads, and cold beer for a long day on the course or just a quick escape from town. We serve Sunday Brunch 9 am-3:30 pm with the best Eggs Benny, Monte Cristo sandwiches, and our Bloody Mary bar. For dinner we offer great steaks, shrimp, wine and cocktails. Served on one of the most beautiful patios in Taos. Open daily 11 am to 3:30 pm. Open Wednesday-Sunday ‘til 8:30. Sunday brunch 9 am to 3:30 pm. Great view, great food! taoscountryclub. com/theterrace
ANGEL FIRE ANGEL FIRED PIZZA – Located on
the second floor of the Mountain View Mall (next to the Lowe’s Valley Market). 575-377-2774. We serve specialty pizzas, baked pastas, subs, paninis, calzones and salads. Our fun, relaxed atmosphere has great views of the mountain. Wide selection of handcrafted beers and fine wines. Many gluten-free options. Dine-in or carry-out. Open lunch and dinner, Tuesday-Sunday 11 am-9 pm. Happy Hour daily 3-6 pm. angelfiredpizza.com
ELEMENTS at THE COUNTRY CLUB – 575-377-3055. Enjoy unobstructed southern Rocky Mountain views while your taste buds delight in worldclass cuisine. Full bar, award-winning wine list, private dining rooms and group event spaces. Located in upper level of Angel Fire Country Club and open to the public yearround. Dining room open Tues-Sat 5–9 pm. Bar and lounge open Tues-Sat 4 pmclose. Extended hours during peak periods. hawk-media.com
ENCHANTED CIRCLE BREWING CO. – 505-216-5973. Located at
20 Sage Lane in Angel Fire, we specialize in an extensive line of fine handcrafted beers. Serving food daily in our tap room. Open for lunch and dinner. Come for a tour of the production area. Kids’ menu available.
LEGENDS GRILL
– Located on the second floor of The Lodge at Angel Fire Resort. 575-377-4201. A great place for the whole family. Proudly serving 1/2 lb. Angus beef burgers, sandwiches, salads and more. Great selection of craft beers on tap. Sports on the big screens! Open daily 4-9 pm.
THE LIFT
– Located in the lobby of The Lodge at Angel Fire Resort. 575-3774234. Serving Starbucks specialty coffees and freshly baked goods daily. The Lift dishes up delicious breakfasts and lunches, including homemade breakfast burritos (a local favorite), breakfast sandwiches, wraps, fresh salads, and homemade dres-sings. Beer and wine also available. Open daily 7 am - 4 pm, with extended hours during peak periods.
PIZZA STOP – Located one block from
the slopes, Village Center #1, North Angel Fire Road. 575-377-6340. Angel Fire’s oldest family restaurant features all kinds of pizzas, sandwiches, spaghetti, garlic rolls and more. Open Monday–Saturday 11 am-1 pm and 4:30 ‘til closing. Open Sunday 4:30–closing. Thursday night is family night – 25% off any pizza; not good with any other offer. Closed Tuesdays. Thanks for the past 28 years!
RED RIVER BRETT’S BISTRO
– At Lifts West, 201 W. Main Street in Red River. 575754-9959. Serving the best steaks, seafood and Rocky Mountain trout for over 35 years. Daily specials, kids’ menu. Cold beer and fine wines. Like us on Facebook. Open daily 11 am–9 pm. brettsbistro.com
SUNDANCE
– High Street at Copper King. 575-754-2971. Same great food, same great service. Celebrating our 44th year. Steaks, salads, excellent Mexican food. Great sopaipillas! Specials include shrimp fajitas and quesadillas. Frozen wine Margaritas. Reservations welcome. Call for to-go orders. Open nightly 5 pm.
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2017 CALENDAR MAY
19-24 Missoula Children’s Theater, Angel Fire –“Aladdin”
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Taos Farmers’ Market, Saturdays, ongoing
23-25 Pro GRT Pro XCT Chile Challenge, AF Bike Park
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Opening Day, Angel Fire Bike Park
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San Juan Feast Day, Taos Pueblo
19-20 Run For The Wall, Vietnam Veterans Mem. State Park
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Toast of Taos Wine Festival and Golf Tournament
20
High Mountain Half Marathon / 5K, Red River
24-25 Tennis Extravaganza Weekend, Angel Fire Resort
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Taos Lilac Festival
24-25 Rodeo de Taos
25-29 Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally, Red River 26
Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, Durango
JULY
27-29 Taos Quilting and Needlecraft Show
2
Tennis Olympics Competition, Angel Fire Resort
27-28 Mountain Bike Demo Daze, Angel Fire Bike Park
2
Angel Fire Adventure Marathon
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Memorial Weekend Ceremonies, Vietnam Veterans
3
Maverick Club Rodeo Dance, Cimarron
Memorial State Park, Angel Fire
4
Arroyo Seco, NM July 4th Parade
4
Fourth of July Parades, Picnics & Ceremonies, all areas
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4th of July Parade & Maverick Club Rodeo, Cimarron
Ongoing Summer Chairlift Rides, Angel Fire, Red River, Taos
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Millicent Rogers Museum’s Turquoise Gala, Taos
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7-9
36th Annual ArtsFest, Angel Fire
7-9
Taos Pueblo Pow Wow Music In The Mountains, Durango; through July 30
JUNE Eagle Nest Farmers Market, Fridays through Labor Day
1-Aug 30
Taos Plaza Live, Thursday nights
2
Chimney Rock Night Sky Program, Pagosa Springs
9
2-3
Annual Red River Classic Car Show
12-Aug 16 SOMOS Summer Writers Series, Taos
2-3
Durango Blues Train
14-17 Logger Days Festival, South Fork
2-4
Music on the Mesa, Taos Mesa Brewing Mothership
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Animas River Days, Durango
15-16 Rocky Mountain Enduro Series Race, AF Bike Park
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True West Rodeo, Durango (Wednesdays)
21-23 Las Fiestas de Taos, Taos Plaza
7
Red Willow Farmer’s Mkt. every Wed., Taos Pueblo
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Old Fashioned Fandango, Martinez Hacienda, Taos
Zia Rides, South Boundary BigRide, Angel Fire
8-Jul 1 Taos Opera Institute season begins
22-23 Texas Shootout Team Tournament, AF Resort
9-10 E.I. Couse-J.H. Sharp Gala and Art Auction, Taos
22-30 Fiesta Days, Durango
9-10
Pagosa Springs Car Show
25-26 Feast Days of Santiago and Santa Ana, Taos Pueblo
9-11
FolkWest Folk n’ Bluegrass Festival, Pagosa Springs
28-29 Wags & Wine Celebration, Red River
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4th Annual Blues, Brews and Bikes Fest, Taos
28-31 Eagle Nest E-Town Museum Reopening
10-11 SCOTT Enduro Cup Bike Race, Angel Fire Bike Park 11-Oct 1 Questa Farmers Market, Village Center 13
San Antonio Feast Day / Corn Dances, Taos Pueblo
29-30 35th High Country Arts & Crafts Festival, Eagle Nest
AUGUST
15-17 SOMOS / Taos Poetry Festival
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Buckaroo Ball, Red River
16-17 Fine Art & Wine Festival, Red River
4-6
Rhythms on the Rio Music Festival, South Fork
16-18 Balloons Over Angel Fire
5
Up and Over 10K Trail Run, Taos Ski Valley
16-Sept 1 Cool Summer Nights Concert Series, AF Resort
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7th Annual Maverick Ranch Rodeo, Cimarron
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Not Forgotten Poker Run & Benefit Concert, Taos
5
Taos Home and Garden Tour
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Habla Tamale Cook-off & Festival, Angel Fire
5-6
Dulcimer Festival, Red River
17
Eagle Nest Bear Benefit for NM Wildlife Center
7-11
Junior Golf Clinic, Angel Fire Resort
18-Aug 6 Taos School of Music Chamber Music Festival
7-12
Colfax County, NM Fair and Rodeo
18-Sept 3 Art & Farmers’ Market, Angel Fire
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Annual Cimarron Honky-Tonk Hodgepodge
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La Plata County Fair, Durango
10-13 Chama Days, Chama 10-13 Eaglefest Celebration & Fair, Eagle Nest 11-12 Taos Pride in the Park & Annual Parade 12-13 Taos Ski Valley Art Festival 13
Kids’ DH Clinic, Angel Fire Resort
16-20 Hot Chili Days, Cool Mountain Nights, Red River 18-Sept 3 Music From Angel Fire 34th Summer Festival 19-20 Questa Studio Tour 22
Viva la Musica! Flamenco Dance/Auction, Taos
24-27 Angel Fire Food and Wine Roundup 25-27 Cowboy Music & Poetry Gathering, Cimarron 26
August Night 2017 Gala & Auction, Taos Art Museum
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Annual Taos Autumn Run Car Show, Taos Plaza
SEPTEMBER 1-3
Four Corners Folk Festival, Pagosa
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Glam Trash Fashion Show, Taos
2-3
Gravity Games, Angel Fire Bike Park
2-3
Chama Valley Studio Tour
2-4
TAO Studio Tour, Taos
2-4
Labor Day Arts & Crafts Festival, Taos
2-10
26th Annual Fish Fest, Eagle Nest Lake
3-4
Run For The Wall Reunion, Eagle Nest / Angel Fire
7-9
Michael Hearne’s Big Barn Dance Music Festival, Taos
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Million Dollar Charity Golf Classic, Angel Fire Resort
9-10
Rio Costilla Valley Studio Tour
10
Enchanted Circle Century Bike Tour, Red River
ANGEL FIRE BIKE PARK – ONE OF THE BEST IN THE ROCKIES
OCTOBER 6-8
Oktoberfest in Red River
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The Fire Five DH Race (Series Finale) AF Bike Park
7
Santa Fe Trail Fall Festival and Ristra Sale, Springer
7-8
Taos Wool Festival, Kit Carson Park
8
Sabor, A Taste Of Taos
12-14 SOMOS / Taos Storytelling Festival 14
Oktober Fall Festival, Angel Fire Resort
27-29 Taos Mountain Balloon Rally
INFORMATION ANGEL FIRE
800-446-8117
CHAMA
800-477-0149
14-17 Bluegrass Festival, Red River Community House
CIMARRON
575-376-2417
15-17 Beat the Heat Pickleball Tournament, Angel Fire Resort
DURANGO
970-247-3500
15-17 ColorFest Weekend 2017 Balloon Fest, Pagosa Springs
EAGLE NEST
800-494-9117
15-17 Shortgrass Music Festival, Cimarron
PAGOSA SPRINGS
800-252-2204
RED RIVER
575-754-3030
SANTA FE
800-777-2489
SOUTH FORK
800-571-0881
23-24 Trek Dirt Series Mtn. Bike Camp, AF Bike Park
TAOS COUNTY
800-732-8267
22-24 Aspencade Arts & Crafts Fair / Folk Fest, Red River
TAOS PUEBLO
575-758-1028
22-Oct 1 Taos Fall Arts Festival
TAOS SKI VALLEY
800-517-9816
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Oktoberfest Celebration, Taos Ski Valley
16
NeoRio Arts Festival, Wild Rivers Area north of Questa
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High Road Arts Festival, through Sept. 24
22-23 The Paseo: Outdoor Art Fest, Taos
23-24 Drew Judycki Memorial Disc Golf Tourn., Red River 29-30 San Geronimo Eve and Day, Taos Pueblo hawk-media.com
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FESTIVAL FAVORITES FIESTAS de TAOS
July 21-23, 2017 – The Annual Fiestas de Taos weekend fills Historic Taos Plaza with Spanish Folk music, northern New Mexican cuisine and native dance. Four centuries of Taos culture are celebrated with highspirited fervor. Share and enjoy delicious cuisine, traditional music and fellowship, while honoring the cultural uniqueness of Taos. Be sure to catch the famous Historical Parade on Sunday afternoon – where mounted conquistadores mingle with tribal dancers, French fur trappers and eye-popping floats. ¡Que Vivan Las Fiestas! www.fiestasdetaos.com
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MUSIC FROM ANGEL FIRE
August 18-September 3, 2017 – Celebrate our 34th season and join us for classical music performed by internationally renowned, worldclass musicians in over 20 performances and events in the NM mountain communities of Angel Fire, Taos, Raton and Las Vegas, under the artistic direction of Ida Kavafian. 30
This year our theme is “Around the World,” featuring music spanning four centuries, from Europe to Russia and the Americas. Imani Winds and the Curtis Institute’s Brass Project are back by popular demand. World Premiere by 2017 Composer-inResidence Kenji Bunch. Tickets on sale July 1 at Box Office, or call 575377-3233, or visit the website for more information. www.musicfromangelfire.org
FOUR CORNERS FOLK FESTIVAL
September 1-3, 2017 – The Four Corners Folk Festival takes place on Reservoir Hill, located in the heart of downtown Pagosa Springs, CO. In addition to incredible live music on the main stage, enjoy on-site camping in the pines, late night performances, workshops and a kids’ tent packed with fun activities. Take a festival break and soak in Pagosa’s world-famous hot springs, after hiking or biking the 13+ miles of trails on Reservoir Hill. 2017 performer highlights: Los Lobos, Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn, Sarah Jarosz and The Wood Brothers. www.folkwest.com
MICHAEL HEARNE’S BIG BARN DANCE MUSIC FESTIVAL
September 7-9, 2017 – A one-ofa-kind, world-class music festival, the 15th Annual Barn Dance takes place again in Kit Carson Park, Taos, NM. A listening room experience in a festival setting, come experience some of the most diverse and
well-respected names in Americana, Country, Bluegrass and Folk music, along with some good old-fashioned two-step “boot scootin’.” Performers include Eliza Gilkyson, Trout Fishing In America, Michael Hearne & SxSW, Terri Hendrix and Lloyd Maines, Susan Gibson, Shake Russell, Peter McLaughlin & Todd Phillips, The Rifters, High Plains Jamboree, Joe Ely, Pauline Reese, and so many more! For information & tickets: www.bigbarndance.com
SHORTGRASS MUSIC FESTIVAL
September 15-17, 2017 – A full weekend of live musical performance in downtown Cimarron, NM. All concerts are open to all ages and are within walking distance of Cimarron’s Historic District. Gate opens Friday, 7 pm at the Cimarron Mercantile with Spencer Branch performing Appalachia-style fiddle, guitar and banjo. Tish Hinojosa, the voice that launched 10,000 twosteppers, will headline Saturday evening’s dance at the Cimarron Maverick Club Rodeo grounds. Red River’s Hwy 38 Houndogs start the ball at 7 pm. Called a “winning baritone” by The New York Times, Andrew Lovato is garnering excitement among enthusiasts of the classical and modern vocal repertoire across the nation. He will perform the great music for voice and piano 4 pm Sunday afternoon in Cimarron’s United Methodist Church, a small but excellent venue for classical music with outstanding acoustics and seating close to the stage. www.shortgrassfestival.org HighCountry 2017
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