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October 6, 2023
Weekly WeatherIn GratitudeWe thank Abiquiu Valley Farm for renewing their sponsorship. Abiquiu Valley Farm sells Biodynamically grown alfalfa and medicinal herbs. The Farm is the only demeter-certified farm in the state of New Mexico
Read more about Abiquiu Valley Farm in a recent Abiquiu News Feature. Click to Read. or visit them online. A thank you to NM Local News Fund for supporting journalism in New Mexico
The New Mexico Local News Fund aims to grow the ecosystem of local news across our state to better serve the information needs of all New Mexicans. To accomplish that ambitious goal, we work with both existing newsrooms and trusted community organizations. Our goal is ultimately for everyone to have access to the local news and information they need to thrive. The New Mexico Local News Fund is a fiscally sponsored project of the Santa Fe Community Foundation. We've been honored to be included in their accelerator program and year end matching fundraising campaign. Learn More and Support NM Local News Fund online A heartfelt thank you goes out to Marilyn Phillips for faithfully letting us know what’s blooming each week in the Bloom Blog. As nighttime temps have dipped into the 30s, the Bloom Blog is retiring for the season. Thank you, Marilyn.
Also, a thank you to Jessica Rath. Her feature articles have been well received, whether an interview with a local, or digging into area history. Jessica has moved away but we’re still hoping to hear more from her. Bon Voyage, Jessica Thank you Contributors and Paid Subscribers:Constanze W
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Previous FeaturesNewsNew Mexico AG Raul Torrez Declines to Prosecute NCSWA Perjury CasesDA Seeks Appointment of Predecessor as Special Prosecutor
~Jake Arnold Click to read Golondrino Fire UpdateSANTA FE, NM., Oct. 2, 2023 – Fire management personnel continue to monitor the Golondrino prescribed fire and the fire remains within the project area. Over the weekend, no precipitation fell over the fire area. There were sustained winds of 25 mph, with some notable increase in fire behavior and reduced fuel moistures.
Several interior areas had 1-2 ft active flame spreading through the grassy areas. However, the fire is still contained within the established firelines. Fire crews completed 1,630 acres of hazardous fuels reduction of the prescribed fire project. Five engines and two UTV pumpers have been patrolling and mopping up heat sources adjacent to firelines over the past several days to ensure the fire remains contained. Once an adequate buffer with no residual heat is achieved adjacent to the fireline, two of the remaining four patrolling engines are planned for release. Although some fire resources are being released due to decreased fire activity, Cuba Ranger District fire personnel will continue to patrol and mop up until the prescribed fire unit receives adequate precipitation, or fire behavior dictates reduced patrols. For current information on smoke, go to the Fire and Smoke Map (airnow.gov) Prescribed fire updates will be posted as needed on the New Mexico Fire Information website and on the Santa Fe National Forest’s Facebook page and Website. For more information on the Golondrino prescribed fire, contact the Cuba Ranger District at 575-289-3264. 4H Rodeo Closes - Local Cowboys and Cowgirls Win AwardsArticle submitted by Young Guns 4-H club
Image by Lenni Trujillo. The 2023 New Mexico 4-H Rodeo season closed September 23rd with the completion of the 4-H Rodeo Finals in Clovis, NM. The 4-H Finals Rodeo was well represented by a number of area cowboys and cowgirls who won multiple awards. The 4-H rodeo season begins in the Spring of each year and ends with the State Finals in September. Families travel to multiple locations around the state to compete, this year’s regular season rodeos were in Torrance, Valencia, Santa Fe, San Juan, Quay and Dona Ana counties. Rodeo events are broken up in three age categories, Novice (8 year-olds in the 3rd grade through 11 year-olds in the 5th grade), Juniors (11 year-olds in the 6th grade through 14 year-olds) and Seniors (15 year-olds through 19 year-olds). To qualify for the 4-H State Finals Rodeo, a contestant must complete in at least three (3) regular season rodeos and earn at least one (1) point in each event. The state finals rodeo champions are determined by points accumulated during each regular season rodeo plus each of two go-rounds and weekend average at State Finals. Points in an event are earned if the contestant places in the top 10 of each event. At the State Finals, contestants compete for saddles, buckles, and other awards including their share of prize money. A handful of Northern NM cowboys and cowgirls competed in this year’s state finals rodeo. Six are members of the Young Guns 4-H Club in Abiquiu who all go to school in Los Alamos and a seventh is a Santa Fe county 4-H club member who goes to school in Ojo Caliente. LAHS sophomores Wacey Trujillo and Stetson Trujillo both brought home two saddles each; Wacey is the Junior State Champion Breakaway Roper and Junior State Champion Goat Tyer. Stetson is the Junior State Champion Tie-Down Roper and Junior State Champion Ribbon Roper. Aspen Elementary 6th grader Paige Trujillo is the Novice State Champion Goat Tyer. Wacey also participated in Junior Team Roping, Ribbon Roping and Tie-Down Roping, while Stetson also competed in Junior Team Roping and Breakaway Roping. Paige also competed in Novice Breakaway Roping. Aleyana Baca, an LAHS Freshman competed in the Junior Barrel Racing, Breakaway Roping, and Goat Tying. LAMS 8th graders Teagan Trujillo and Reed Trujillo both competed in the Junior Breakaway Roping, Goat Tying and Team Roping, and Reed also competed in Junior Ribbon Roping and Tie-Down Roping. Mackenzie Enriquez is a 5th grader at Ojo Caliente Elementary who competed in Novice Barrel Racing and Pole Bending. Full results can be found here: https://nm4h.nmsu.edu/4h/4h-rodeo.html New Mexico is only one of two states in the nation where competitive Rodeo is a 4-H project, South Dakota being the other. The 4-H rodeo project promotes rodeo on a statewide scale and brings recognition to the sport. 4-H rodeo promotes the educational, cultural, social and life skills development of youth members. It gives kids in ages 8-19 a chance to be a competitive athlete in the sport and learn good sportsmanship…the 4-H slogan: Learn by Doing. Congratulations to all of the competitors! DOH Provides Steps New Mexicans Can Take To Protect Their Eyes During Oct. 14 Solar EclipseDEPARTMENT OF HEALTH NEWS RELEASE
On Oct. 14, New Mexicans will be able to witness a solar eclipse and should be aware of the steps they can take to protect their eyesight if they want to view the event. Solar eclipses occur when the moon moves between the sun and the earth. It is never safe to look at a partial solar eclipse without proper safety equipment or techniques. During the very brief time the sun is in a total solar eclipse it is safe to look at it, but people should do so with extreme caution as it does not last long. "When it comes to witnessing the Oct. 14 solar eclipse, choosing the right eye protection is non-negotiable,” said Patrick Allen, Secretary for the New Mexico Department of Health (DOH). “Ensure your safety with ISO 12312-2 labeled solar eclipse glasses, pinhole projection, or Number 14 welder's glasses. Prioritize your eyesight, as 'eclipse blindness' is a silent danger." Exposing your eyes to the sun without proper eye protection during a solar eclipse can cause “eclipse blindness” or retinal burns. This damage can be temporary or permanent and occurs with no pain. It can take a few hours to a few days after viewing the solar eclipse to realize the damage has occurred. Symptoms include loss of central vision, distorted vision and altered color vision. If you notice symptoms after viewing a solar eclipse, seek treatment from an eye care professional immediately. "The allure of a solar eclipse is undeniable, but so is the risk to our eyes,” said Miranda Durham, M.D., DOH Chief Medical Officer. “It's crucial to remember that partial eclipses demand proper eye protection. Even during a total eclipse, exercise extreme caution. 'Eclipse blindness' is a real threat, and if you experience symptoms, seek immediate care from an eye professional." Here are a few safe ways to view a solar eclipse:
These are some things you should NOT use to view a solar eclipse:
Pueblo de Abiquiu Library and Cultural CenterThe Pueblo de Abiquiu Library & Cultural Center is excited to launch their new website: https://www.abiquiulibrary.com/
We will be having a Book Sale at the Library on Saturday & Sunday during Studio Tour from 10AM -5PM. Stop by and say hello. We would love to see you!
From New Mexico Game and Fish
Abiquiu Lake: Fishing for walleye was fair when using crankbaits and Yum White Curly-tail Grubs with pink jig heads. Rio Chama: Streamflow below El Vado Lake Monday morning was 87 cfs; streamflow below Abiquiu Lake Monday morning was 1,250 cfs. Fishing for trout below El Vado Lake was fair to good when using Rapala lurs and spinners. Please remember, from the river-crossing bridge on U.S. Highway 84 at Abiquiu upstream 7 miles to the base of Abiquiu Dam is special trout waters with a bag limit of two trout only. For the BirdsNo Bird Sightings reported this week
Send us your bird sightings Scene Around TownSend us your local images. Send to AbiquiuNewsImages@gmail.com Please send images under 1mb. My inbox will thank you. ~Carol
Art, Music and Books
Note: Not all stops will be open Monday
Did you know the owner of the Purple Adobe Lavender Farm is also an artist? It was Elizabeth’s passion for art that inspired the beauty behind her lavender farm.
Elizabeth will be having a special showing at the farm for a special preview launch of her art at the Abiquiu Studio Tour Oct 7, 8, 9. She will be showing her art line in the gallery on the lavender farm. Be sure to stop, take a look and say hello. You can relax and enjoy while sipping on a glass of lavender tea, and have a yummy lavender gelato or gluten free lavender scone while sitting under an ancient cottonwood tree. Just sit, and take in the beauty of the Lavender farm. Don’t worry if you cannot make the opening of the art gallery, just sign up to be a part of the launch online. Elizabeth will be bringing her art to you in a monthly newsletter and you will be able to see new releases of her art originals and prints along with other items. If you love art as much as lavender then click to sign up. Abiquiu Studio Tour~Carol Bondy
If you can only visit Abiquiu once a year, fall would be the season. The sweltering days of this past summer are behind us. The Cottonwoods are beginning to show their gold. The weather forecast is perfect for the weekend. At stop #2 Brian has been baking all week. Susan Seiller will be here (Saturday only) serving various noodle dishes. We invite you to stop by. Abiquiu Inn is hosting a preview show. Cafe Abiquiu at Abiquiu Inn will be serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, espresso, wine & beer Be sure to stop at Bodes, serving travelers, hunters, pilgrims, stray artists and bandits since 1893 This year many of our sponsors and artist sponsors are participating. Be sure to include them on your stops. A big thank you to the Abiquiu Studio Tour for being a sponsor of the news and the following sponsors / artists:
The Locals’ Picks Book List
Zach Hively Casa Urraca Press has created a place for locals in our area to recommend books to each other, and a place to find book suggestions with a personal touch.
Have a book to recommend? Send it to Zach at casaurracaltd@gmail.com – title, author, and the reason you suggest it.
The full Locals’ Picks list is available to view here on Bookshop. A purchase from Casa Urraca's link helps support independent bookstores. Abiquiu’s Casa Urraca Press earns a commission from every shopping trip that starts with the above Bookshop link—you can shop the entire Bookshop site in addition to the locals' picks. Plus, a percentage of every book (at least 10%) goes straight to independent bookstores. This is an opportunity to support small businesses with the same convenience as large online retailers. Abiquiu Book Club
LACE by Virginia Churchill Bath
“A comprehensive guide to lacemaking- patterns and techniques- swell as a profusely illustrated history of this exquisite, enduring craft.” THE OCEANS ATLA by Anita Ganeri, Illustrated by Luciano Corbella “A Pictorial Atals of the World’s Oceans” As we live in the beautiful SW semi desert land, maybe it brings special curiosity and longing for the distant & mysterious Ocean! This book addresses the inside, the flora & fauna, the archaeology, the exploration of, the products of, the future of, and many other subjects involved in the oceans. KING ARTHUR’S CAMELOT: A PopUp Castle and Four Storybooks (includes 12 Stand-Up Figures) A delight for any kid who enjoys knights and King Arthur stories. the Castle pop up and there are four small storybooks included. To purchase a book the Library asks for a contribution to the Library. The purchase may be paid for and picked up at the Library during the Library hours The Abiquiu Library & Cultural Center has received a large quantity of Audio Books. Please come in to the Library and take a look!” EventsPlease remember, events will go in for a maximum of three Fridays before the event. Send text, word or publisher file and a separate image, please keep images below 1 mb and send to info@abiquiunews.com. Vertical PDFs or JPGs will be edited for space. Send by Wednesday Noon for inclusion in that Friday's News.
Join us on the eve of the annual Abiquiú Studio Tour for an intimate, all-inclusive evening at Abiquiú Dome, featuring music from award-winning Americana-country-soul artist, Rooster Blackspur & The Wilderness. You’ll also enjoy n/a agave desert botanical drinks, courtesy of PARCH, local vegetarian chili from Fire N’ Ice, a raffle entry for a signature metal art piece by Connie B. Burkhart, and an Abiquiú Dome swag bag! As an additional perk, enjoy early access to browse metal designs and landscape photography prints by Abiquiú Studio Tour artists, Connie B. Burkhart and Jesse Fisher, before the tour begins the following day! The gallery shop will also be open. EVENT INFO: Friday, October 6th from 5pm-7:30pm. $30 a person. Limited tickets available! Bring a chair. For tickets & more info visit: https://abiquiudome.eventbrite.com
On October 14th, Bandelier National Monument will be in the path of the Annular Eclipse. Starting at 10:35 am visitors will be able to witness the moon blocking nearly 90% of the sun. We hope everyone can safely view the eclipse, if you're planning to visit Bandelier for this special event, here are some tips:
Bandelier requires a mandatory shuttle from 9 am to 3 pm daily to enter the park, it will be running every 20 minutes until 5 pm. If you are planning to drive into the park before 9 am please be aware there is VERY limited parking in Frijoles Canyon. Once it fills, we will turn people around at the entrance station to return to White Rock and take the shuttle. Unlike a total eclipse, it is NEVER safe to view an annular eclipse without special filters for your eyes, telescope, binoculars or cameras. We will have solar glasses at the Visitor Center the day of the eclipse. Don't feel like dealing with the shuttle and traffic at Bandelier? Join us for the eclipse viewing event at Los Alamos High School from 9am-1pm! We will have glasses, telescopes, activities & more! Announcements and Classes~Connie Burkhart
There’s still room for my program at Ghost Ranch this October! It will be a great intro to the ‘ologies’ with hikes to archaeological sites, geologic areas, and dinosaur quarries! Also, we will have time at the Ghost Ranch museums, and as always, time to listen to the enchanted high desert wilderness. Check out the full description in the link below. I’m looking forward to sharing so much from my 31 years at Ghost Ranch! This is my last workshop of 2023! Learn More and Register |
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Wilfred
We don’t know Wilfred’s story, but you can read between the lines of his ears, scarred into feathered edges, his exhausted eyes, and giant wounds around his neck. Wilfred is a sweet older guy who came in to the shelter as an injured stray - we don’t know what happened to his neck, but whatever it was, it was extreme. After a few weeks here with us for treatment, he’s healing quiet well, and this sweet natured, social guy is ready for a carefree life on a lap, watching birds from a windowsill, and knowing his kibble bowl won’t ever empty. Wilfred bears the scars of many cat fights, and he unfortunately contracted FIV at some point. Though there is no cure for FIV, recent studies suggest that cats with FIV commonly live average life spans. FIV is spread through bites from other cats, so the safest scenario for Wilfred is to be a solo cat or with other FIV cats. If you are interested in this bestest boy we can offer more information on FIV and answer any questions you may have about it. We are open to walk-in adopters Monday-Saturday 11am-4:30pm, and you will see Wilfred as soon as you walk in the door - he’s graduated to a lobby kennel so he can meet his social needs, so c’mon in to say hi to this 8 year old 13lb loaf of love! We are open to walk in adopters Monday-Saturday 11am-4:30pm. www.espanolahumane.org 505-753-8662 Yogurt
Yogurt is a to-go snack-sized treat. At seven years old, he’s just 45lbs … and he’s missing half an ear. Yogurt's ears tell the rough start story of his life, but whatever may have happened in his past, he doesn’t hold a grudge. This sweet boy is perfect: he loves to burrow under his blanket and curl up during a storm, he's excellent on leash and likes to stick by your side when out for a walk, he’s an absolute gentleman when taking treats, and he really likes to just take it easy, sniff around, and get some love. He's shown little interest in cats, and is happy to take an amiable stroll with other dogs. Thanks to BISSELL Pet Foundation, Yogurt’s adoption fee is waived during our Empty the Shelters event! We are open to walk-in adopters Monday-Saturday 11am-4:30pm! www.espanolahumane.org 505-753-8662 |
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