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PLAYING WITH FIRE AND SERVING ICE COLD BEERS &FINE WINES THE BEST STEAKS AND SEAFOOD IN RED RIVER FOR OVER 30 YEARS 575-754-9959 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK 201 WEST MAIN STREET IN RED RIVER BIG HORNS AND CHIPMUNKS Since the end of March 2020, I have spent a lot of I particularly enjoy videos about our wild neighbors time researching Red River’s colorful history in old around Red River: bears, cougars, bobcats, deer, elk, newspapers, books and magazines, writing songs badgers, raccoons, beavers and hummingbirds. My fa‐ about life, the universe and everything, and watching vorites are the bighorn sheep like those who stop endless hours of YouTube videos. traffic on the highway from Red River to Questa. How did you spend the past year? Winter is over and some form of normal returns. I I’m a history buff and the tales of New Mexico and won’t be watching much YouTube. I’ll spend time out‐ the town of Red River are a serious source of enlighten‐ side, loving the mountains and relishing the great Red ment and entertainment. The search for knowledge River summer weather. I’ll put up feeders for the hum‐ isn’t an obsession, but that word may soon apply. mersandI’ll takepicturesof chipmunksonmyporch. Asforsongwriting,itbeganlateformeattheageof Fritz Davis, Editor 23. Since then the list of compositions has grown. Some are good, well-crafted, and some are just songs I regard as tools for learning. I do enjoy the process of writing songs and singing them for friends, neighbors and total strangers is another reward. Ah, YouTube. The guys who created it back in 2005 deserve a medal. The endless array of subjects is stag‐ gering. I love countless videos shared by people who visit Red River. I also love videos about music, auto racing, plane crashes, earthquakes, volcanoes, Norwe‐ gian trains, colorful fish in the ocean and animals do‐ ing the things that animals do. Whether they’re domes‐ tic or wild, their habits, actions and interaction with other creatures, including humans, is fascinating. WIRELESS INTERNET AVAILABLE Lifts West Stay on the River in the heart of Red River! Relax in our hot tub while viewing the river with an CONDOMINIUM RESORT HOTEL occasional visit from deer, ducks, and other wildlife. 201 W. MAIN ST. • RED RIVER, NM We offer kitchen units w/fireplaces and motel units. 1-800-221-1859 SKI IN/SKI OUT, HOT TUB, SATELLITE TV, PH: 575-754-2778 • FAX: 575-754-6617 DAILY MAID SERVICE, NON-SMOKING UNITS, CONFERENCE ROOM AVAILABLE ROOMS WITH KITCHEN, WIRELESS INTERNET NON-SMOKING ROOMS 800-727-6210 575-754-6210 www.liftswest.com www.copperkinglodge.com ON-LINE BOOKING 307 E. River St .• P.O. Box 553 • Red River NM 87558 RRCH: WHERE THE HEART IS No spot is so dear to my childhood Please note that the camp and other activities will As the little brown church in the vale. be conducted in accordance with New Mexico’s De‐ Come To The Church In The Wildwood partment of Health COVID-Safe procedures. – William S. Pitts 1857 Magician Kyle Groves will be performing mystic The song has been a favorite at the Red River Com‐ feats of magic on Monday, June 28, 3:30 PM, at the Red munity House for decades. The big log building in the River Community House. The show is a benefit for the middle of town, which serves as an activity center as Red River Friends of the Library. well as a place of worship, has come to symbolize the Based in Pueblo, CO, this second generation pur‐ spirit of hospitality and friendship that has become a veyor of delight was the resident magician at the world trademark of the town of Red River. famous Royal Gorge Bridge in Colorado and has the Like nearly everything associated with 2020, the Party People & Mystery Theater in downtown Pueblo. past year was a stressful time, trying the patience of The RRCH show is for kids of all ages and is open to those who consider the beauty and simplicity of the the public free of charge. building and the hundreds of activities associated with Author and legend hunter Lyle Blackburn will be it to be a force of nature. discussingBigfootonThursday,June10,1-2pm.Ana‐ The RRCH has quietly, and with great patience, re‐ tive Texan, Lyle is known for his work in writing, mu‐ turned to service in 2021, opening the ornate front sic and film. He is the author of several acclaimed doors to the people who have come to love the place books, including The Beast of Boggy Creek and Sinister that many considered their home in the mountains. It is Swamps, whose subject matter reflects his life-long fas‐ therefore a great joy to learn that 2021 has a full calen‐ cination with legendary creatures and strange phe‐ dar of 300+ events and activities posted on the website. nomenon. Lyle is also the founder of the rock band, Check it out at redrivercommunityhouse.com. Ghoultown, and narrator/producer of documentary Nature Discovery Camp is June 21-24, and June 28 - films such as The Mothman of Point Pleasant and Boggy July 1. Camp participants will experience the wonders Creek Monster. of nature that surround Red River and will enjoy a vari‐ When Lyle isn't writing books, hunting monsters, or ety of fun and hands-on outdoor and indoor activities. performing with his band, he can be found speaking at They will receive a T-shirt, water bottle, camp note‐ various cryptozoology conferences and horror conven‐ book, and other goodies. tions around the United States. Thereisnocostforthecamp.Itisfundedthrough Most activities at the Red River Community House the generosity of the Amanda Pierce Nature Fund. are free, but donations are always welcome. RRSA READY FOR SUMMER FUN The Red River Ski & Summer Area is located in the middle of town. That’s why Red River has become known as the Ski Town of the Southwest since the doors opened in 1959. The area has grown over the years and is regarded as a place for adventure during winter, summer and fall, a destination for family fun with something to offer young and old alike. The Platinum Chair Lift is the most popular attrac‐ tion of the summer season, with thousands of sight‐ seers using the ride to The Tip on the mountain to see the magnificent panoramic view of the top of the world. The Tip Restaurant offers tasty treats and a large out‐ door deck for a genuine high country picnic. There is indoor dining, too, in case of a famous afternoon moun‐ tain shower. The popular Music on Top series of Live Concerts at The Tip is set to return following a year off, and the unique Walk With A Ranger program of interpretive presentations and forest tours is also set to resume. It should be noted that the Ski Area welcomes hikers to freely enjoy the wonders of the mountain. HIDDEN TREASURE INDEED! In operation since summer 2015, it is the largest rope Is that a large net to catch Godzilla, Mothra or King course in the state and provides adventure for the Kong, you ask? whole family while promoting active and healthy life‐ styles. It’s a genuine case of “Hide In Plain Sight” because There are three levels of difficulty with an experience you can’t miss it if you’re hanging around the Red River for everyone. The First Level Course (Easiest), the Sec‐ Ski & Summer Area Base Camp on Pioneer Road. ond Level Course (More Difficult) and the Third Level It’s the Hidden Treasure Aerial Park and it offers an Course (Most Difficult) are available options. exciting and fun experience you’ll remember for the The grand finale at the end of the Third Level zip is rest of your life. the Ultimate Decent, using an assisted braking belay from the tower to the ground. There is a minimum weight requirement and a maximum weight limit. The Base Camp – Red River Ski & Summer Area Day Lodge – also is the site for Summer Tubing. These are not, however, your old truck tire inner tubes. They are high-tech, molded and made of hard vinyl and polyester and designed to last and take the punishment that laughing, kicking, screaming riders are capable of delivering. Ride the long or the short course. There is also miniature golf for the wee ones. ZIPPIN’ ALONG The Pioneer Flyer seated zip line is located near the Pioneer Corridor, across the street from the Ski Area and next to Willow Pond. Seating two, the Flyer pulls you over the pond and reaches an altitude of 80 feet be‐ fore sending you on a 600-foot thrill ride over the water and back to where you started. You may well be breath‐ less, but be prepared to laugh on the way up and scream with delight on the way down. RED RIVER MUSIC IS HAPPENING! Ask any musician about the year 2020 and you’ll get Hearne’s Big Barn Dance is set for September 9-11, in agroan,oneofthose“Don’task!”looksoranexpletive Taos.