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Bonita Canyon & Flourite Mine Expedition – 6/13/2016

The objective of this expedition was to drive through this northeastern part of the Zuni mountains, destination a mine from many years ago that produced flourite.  These mountains are quite different from the Sandia, Manzano, and Jemez ranges – they … Continue reading

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Flying with Lanny – Los Lunas to Chaco Canyon – 12/19/2016

‘Tho this BLOG in about hiking, it is also about seeing New Mexico.  And flying is a superb way to see more if it, if not so close at hand.  And it is a great way to identify places to … Continue reading

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Enchanted Circle Driveabout – 10/13/2016

Day two of our visit to Taos – Pat & I drove the Enchanted Circle from Taos to Questa, through the Red River Canyon to Eagle Nest, then south and west back to Taos, having driven fully around Mount Wheeler, … Continue reading

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Dome Wilderness, Sanchez Waterfall Hike – 9/25/2016

Earlier this summer, I came across descriptions of hiking in the Dome Wilderness, a small designated wilderness area abutting the western boundary of Bandelier National Monument; it looked intriguing. With the cooler temperatures of autumn, and a willingness to go … Continue reading

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Red Canyon, Manzano Crest, Spruce Spring Backpack – 05/12/2015

This was my first backpacking trip since high school – one overnight on the crest of the Manzano Mountains.  And with Marlin who has backpacking experience – great help with logistics and confidence. (Updated later – in 2019.) The Hike … Continue reading

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