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Volume Xxi, Number 18 • Red River, New Mexico • Thursday, August 22, 2013 • 50 Cents

Bits & Pieces �� 2 Bizbits �� 3 Crazyfoxx �� 3 Chamber Chat �� 4 Goats �� 5 Headin’ West �� 5 This Week �� 6 Studio Tour �� 7 Home Country �� 8 Check It Out �� 9 Sudoku �� 9 Bulletin Board �� 10 Out of the Past �� 11

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HUMMER Report Is it just me, or have some hummers already headed south? Morton Beeheffler It Isn’t Karaoke, Is It? - The Mountain High Camp will celebrate 20 years in Red River with lots of music and love. The gathering begins Sunday and will see campers, counselors and volunteers fishing, hiking, shopping and enjoying the cool air and charms of the high country. 2 Th e Re d Ri v e r Mi n e r Au g u s t 22, 2013 outdoorsman and recreational ad- 12-15, at the Red River Commu- vocate. nity House. The event which is offered FREE to the public will Don’t Miss It feature bluegrass and old-time mu- the Grand Ladies of Red River, sic, as well as slices of Americana the annual Members Event of the and Roots Music. The gathering, Red River Historical Society is organized by the RRCH, will be Thursday, August 22, at the Com- headlined by Pete and Joan Wer- munity House. Membership for the nick. Known as Dr. Banjo, he’s a RRHS membership drive is $10. founding member of Hot Rize. Also scheduled to appear are: Ladies’ Day UP! Crazy Water Crystals, Triple L Don’t forget, the Red River Ski Band, The Rifters, Bill Hearne Area is sponsoring an outing for Trio, Mystic Lizard, the Lost How- the women of Red River to spend lin’ Coyotes, Camptown, Flume some time getting to know one Canyon, Jacob & James Quartet, another and reconnecting. Ry Taylor & Tim Cullver. You are invited to join your For more info, check it out at: neighbors for Ladies Day UP on redriverbluegrass.com. Sunday, August 25, at the RRSA, from 12-2 pm. Ridin’ & Ropin’ It’s a great opportunity to net- Hank Lewis and Dallas Kiker work for business and personal placed 4th in the nation and 5th in (childcare) reasons while enjoy- the world in Senior’s Team Rop- ing the beauty of the mountains ing at the Little Britches Finals in a no pressure kind of way. EV- Rodeo July 22-27, at the Colorado ERYONE is invited and children State Fairgrounds in Pueblo. The are welcome. Red River pair were awarded eight Bi t s a n d Pi e c e s please RSVP at ladiesdayup. buckles during the event. Two-Wheelin special kids’ race will also be held. mile grind around the EC begins at eventbrite.com to receive your lift Every year, more than 700 of the ticket at no charge! Email or call the NLBRA’s top rodeo athletes Two fine bicycle events are on For info email info@enchanted- 8 a.m. in downtown Red River and Rebecca at 754-1708 or rlatham@ from around the country gather in the schedule for Red River in the forestxc.com or call 575 770-2431. travels NM Highway 38 and High- redriver.org. Pueblo, Colorado in pursuit of 30 next few weeks. New Mexico Sports Online is the way 64 passing through Questa, world championships. the Top of the World Mountain agent for Enchanted Forest X-Coun- Taos, Angel Fire and Eagle Nest. Americana + Members from 26 states include Bike Race will be held August 31, try Area. Riders from eight states are ex- ______pected to compete. Call for appli- the inaugural Red River Blue- ages 5 years through 18 years. at the Enchanted Forest X-Country grass Days is set for September Area. Fees are $25-$40 and regis- the 36th Annual Enchanted cation at 575-754-2366 x 1. tration deadline is August 30. Circle Century Tour will be held the event was founded by Red Categories will include Single Sunday, September 8, The 100 River’s John Miller, a long-time Speed Pro, Cat 1, Cat 2 and Cat 3. Cat 1 and Pro riders must have a Red River Ski Area USA Cycling (USAC) License. A Selling Red River Since 1962! Linda Calhoun Qu a l i f y i n g Br o k e r [email protected]

THEMexican Restaurant Open La n d • Ho m e s • Co m m e r c i a l Pr o p e r t y 5 pm See You on the Chair Lift For Dinner 800-765-0262 575-754-2953 • 301 W. Ma i n (Ne x t t o De r Mar k t ) OPEN DAILY www.calhounrealestate.com 754-2971 As s o c i a t e Br o k e r s - Beau McDowell Enjoy Lunch At The Tip! High St. & Copper King J.P. Nix • Katy Pierce • Michelle DeHerrera Au g u s t 22, 2013 Th e Re d Ri v e r Mi n e r 3

While recovering from eat- nificent water! Even a few buf- that day was also filled with ing too much chili last weekend falo wallows where Turner keeps pronghorns, a few bison, some during the Hot Chili Days/Cool his splendid herd of shaggy beasts meadowlarks, a trio of hawks and Mountain Nights festival, I have were holding water. one lone eagle who appeared to be decided that, rather than focus on plus, the landscape was green, looking for dinner. one subject, I am going to write green, and wildflowers popped up there were also some burros - about anything and everything. from the most ingenious locations. or were they small donkeys - who Yes, being the keen, observant Highlight of the ride to Colfax, were happy to have nothing to do bizbits kind of guy that has made me the Maxwell, Springer, Miami and the but stand in the rain. envy of civilized valley denizens, Philmont Scout Ranch was the ***** Mountain High Campers many of whom have frequently presence of a giant snapping tur- New Mexico State Road 21 runs ask “How do you know that stuff tle in the middle of the road near west out of Springer and winds its Celebrate 20 Years Of Love and why would you go out of your Stubblefield Reservoir. way to Cimarron. way to know it,” I am of a mind to He/she was just laying on the A few years ago, when the state “The first Mountain High summer camp for young adults with head in- share my high country ramblings centerline, in no hurry to move juries was held here in town. Co-sponsored by the Faith Mountain Fellow- was fixing highway 58, the road with you, dear readers, who may and unconcerned with my pres- most folks use to get from Spring- ship Church of Red River and the Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation, Dallas, or may not have made some of the ence since I had no intention of Texas, the three day event saw thirty-nine campers from Texas, Oklahoma, er to Red River, NM 21 was used same observations as yours truly. messing with a snapping turtle. for a detour. Louisiana and New Mexico involved in a variety of activities.” Buckle your seat belts, and keep I’ve done that before and learned Red River Miner, August 25, 1994 Narrow and with no real shoul- your hands and arms inside the ride. that it is best not to mess with such ders, it has rough spots and tricky thus began the Miner’s association with the Mountain High campers. ****** creatures. They know what they curves that demand a drivers at- In addition, the front cover of that August issue bore a group picture of the Mutz pasture located at are doing and don’t need the assis- tention. the campers, councilors and volunteers at their luncheon outing at Mid- The “Y” is resplendent with its an- tance of bozos like me. NM 21 also has truly inspira- night Meadows. nual crop of white flowers, shasta I did get a great portrait shot, for tional scenery and is well worth Now, 20 years later they will assemble again in Red River on August daisies I do believe. it was smiling its big turtle smile the extra time, a trip from the 25-29 to celebrate love and a commitment to humanity that has existed the horses that call the pasture for my camera which I laid on the past. since that very first gathering. home seem to like them, the deer highway in front of him/her. the camp started as an idea in 1986 at the Baylor Institute where or- that enjoy grazing there seem to ganizer Charlotte Wilson worked. When she and husband Mike moved appreciate the esthetic quality that to Red River in 1993, that original idea had turned into a dream which the blooms add to the gentleness We Have Wireless Internet Available the couple was able to realize by August of 1994. of the environment and the quail the first event opened with a special Sunday night Gospel Music and coyotes really relish the height Hoe-Down at Faith Mountain Church and concluded with a Tuesday of the blossoms that provide excel- night dance at the Silver Spur Lodge with live music provided by Fritz lent cover from prying eyes. Davis, Pete Wooten and Greg Johnson. there are also some yellow over 85 volunteers from the Red River area assisted with the camp flowers among the festive scene, and nearly 46 businesses and individuals donated goods and services. the names of which escape me. Over $10,000 was raised during the event for camper scholarships. Their presence adds a touch of col- the September 1, 1994 edition of the Miner contained an editorial or and whimsey and remind us that which contained that information and commented; “When was the last all species are welcome in places time, dear readers, that you saw that many folks from Red River all that are hospitable to their nature. headed in the same direction and working together towards a common There are no cactus or yucca in LIFTS WEST goal?” the pasture, for the river allows Condominium Resort Hotel For info on this year’s camp, including details of the quilt raffle, check enough moisture to make succu- out MountainHighCamp.com lents and such uncomfortable. Each condominium offers: the whole point: the Mutz pas- Kitchen • Fireplace • Cable TV • Phone • Free Wi-Fi ture is a welcome sight this time of Outdoor Heated Pool • Guest Computer Available in Office year. Actually, it’s a welcome sight Underground Parking • Non-Smoking Condos Available all year long. Meeting Rooms • Shopping Mall • Fine Restaurant e s i g n e r u i l d e r ***** D B Next to Brandenburg Park, Playground & Conference Center I took a little trip to the flatlands 754.6219 201 West Main Street a few weeks ago. Cimarron Can- Fine Complete Red River NM 87558 Custom yon was beautiful, but the lushness Kitchen 800-221-1859 • 575-754-2778 Homes Remodel of the high plains along the front www.liftswest.com Serving the Enchanted Circle since 1987 range was astounding. ponds that have been dry for [email protected] • [email protected] Chris Peterson • GB 98 #57877 • 418 HIgh St. • Red River much too long were full of mag- 4 Th e Re d Ri v e r Mi n e r Au g u s t 22, 2013 — Chamber Chat — Tuesday & Saturday Nights The Chamber and Visitors’ these events would be possible. Capos Center have been busy with visi- Aspencade and Oktoberfest will tors this past week. Most of our both have long-sleeve shirts to sell horseback Corner time is spent assisting our guests this year and Oktoberfest has sev- Ristorante Italiano with their ATV and OHV permit- eral sponsors which will appear on rides ting. We have many families who the back of the shirt. Oktoberfest open Daily have four to six vehicles that must will also have tasting steins as a AtV tours Lunch & be permitted and the gals at the part of the tradition and we will Center along with the Chamber feature both a Ms. and a Mr. Okto- lodging Dinner staff spend countless hours a week berfest completion this year. Both assisting with the process and edu- of these events feature music and Glutein-Free Pizza cation of riders needing permits. vendors along with breweries and syd masters & the swing riders (Most Tues) Winner of 2009 It is not uncommon to come in wineries. Best Green Chile Award the office and three of the four The Hunting and Outdoor Expo Highway 38 HOundogs computers have families gathered is a new fall event this year and around them with all their VIN will take place the first weekend On Red River information awaiting the process- in October at the Red River Con- Dulcimer dan appearing during dinner 110 Pioneer Rd. ing of their permits in order to ride vention Center. We will have 575-754-6297 up into the National Forest. Many educational booths featured along for reservations & info: 754-2769 of these families come back year with outfitters, guides and cloth- after year to enjoy their recre- ing/sporting vendors. Camping ational time here in Red River and World will have their newest RV’s permitting of their machines is the and trailers on display along with first matter of business. We are providing a raffle package with a oPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 11 am-8 pm happy to be able to help these value of $800. We look forward TIMBERS folks start their vacation out right. to continuing the tradition of pro- Smoked BBQ Brisket, Ribs, Sausage RESTAURANT The Chamber also sells a couple viding the non-profits free booth & Pork with all the Fixin’s of different trail maps for hikers space to assist with their educa- BLACK and ATV/OHV riders which are tional efforts to the outdoor en- grill Beer & Wine almost always requested with a thusiasts visiting Red River this Largest Selection of Draft Beer in Red River purchase of a permit. We have fall. gone through over 2000 maps Red River bingo continues In Black Mountain Playhouse since the middle of June, which is through August either in Lifts 305 Pioneer Rd. • 754-9950 a revenue source for our Chamber West or in Brandenburg Park un- DIAMOND along with membership. der the pavilion. We have enjoyed Open for dinner This week we have had com- providing this fun time for fami- mittee meetings for Enchanted lies starting at 6 p.m. nightly, ex- Appetizers, Soups, Circle Century Tour, Aspencade, cept Sundays, with all ages wel- Salads, Steaks, Hunting and Outdoor Expo, and come. Our bingo revenues help to RED RIVER MINER Oktoberfest. As always we are support our events and youth Published weekly by Shepherd Studio Seafood, Burgers looking for volunteers to help with scholarships for our graduating & Sandwiches our fall events and the tour. We seniors throughout Red River and Fritz Davis KERRY SHEPHERD want to thank the Red River Com- neighboring communities. Thanks Editor Publisher Kids Menu munity House volunteers for as- to Lifts West and to the Town of Full Service Bar sisting us again this year with the Red River for the locations to hold Contributing Writers Century Tour and registration for our games. 402 West Main Street that event. Without the help of our -Karen Kelly, J. Binford Bell Alyce Lindberg Densow 754-6242 business member sponsorships, Chamber Director Karen Kelly Slim Randles along with our volunteers, none of 575.754.2366

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Tex Mex Strata Alyce Lindberg Densow Plaza, in the oldest capital city, Fond memories! Thirty-eight this tastyy recipe comes from a former Red River resi- “My needle always settles be- and dates back some 400 years – years of memories. From one end dent. If you like it spicy, try substituting fresh roasted chiles tween West and Southwest. The an incredible benchmark of Santa of New Mexico to the other, from for the canned ones and chorizo for the sausage. future lies that way to me, and the Fe style and architecture in an in- Red River to Ruidoso, Tucumcari earth seems more unexhausted credible city. to Farmington, and all points in 1 Tbs. butter or margarine I can’t go to Santa Fe without a between. We traveled and looked 2 lb. pork sausage, crumbled and richer on that side.” –Henry David Thoreau visit to La Plazuela restaurant in and learned. And always came 2/3 c. chopped green onions La Fonda (I call it the garden home to Red River, 8750 altitude, 1 green pepper (bell), chopped On January 6, 2012, New Mex-

room). When we stay overnight, high up in the Sangre de Cristos. 12 corn tortillas, 6 inches ico celebrated 100 years of state- the tradition is breakfast in La “We are all travelers. We seek 1 cup Monterrey Jack cheese, shredded (4 oz.) hood. That same year, Santa Fe Plazuela as we leave that ancient what is true and we push past what 1½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese (6 oz.) celebrated its 402nd anniversary.

city. Among those who have we know to be false,” I read re- 2 cup sweet milk New Mexico became the 47th stayed there are John Wayne, Ul- cently in New Mexico Magazine. 4 eggs state in the United States in 1912. ysses S. Grant, John F. Kennedy, Nothing about New Mexico has 1/2 tsp. salt We could have been a state much

Simone de Beauvoir, famed ever been false to me. It is my ab- 1½ c. tomato sauce earlier if the “statesmen” (no pun French existentialist and writer, solutely true and spiritual home. 1 can chopped green chiles (to taste) intended) in Congress hadn’t and Alyce Lindberg Densow – fought it. We were a “poor, dusty This column is for Laurie Lam- Butter an 8 x 8-inch square baking dish with 1 tablespoon humble Swedish-American from territory, filled with raggedy, ill- bert of Upper Red River Valley, a butter. Saute sausage, onion and green pepper in large skillet Wisconsin. remarkable woman and fellow over medium heat until sausage is browned - about 8 minutes. fed and uneducated brown- My husband bought me my skinned people” and those snobby traveler, and snowshoe-running Drain well and set aside. Arrange tortillas, 4 in bottom of pan. first fur in one of La Fonda’s Easterners saw no reason to allow star, who has competed in Colo- Top with half of sausage mix and half of cheddar cheese. Re- fine shops – a beautiful red fox rado, Austria and Canada – na- peat with 4 more tortillas, sausage mix and remaining ched- New Mexico into the great United jacket. Over the years, we spent States of America. tionals and world championships dar cheese. Add 4 more tortillas, press down firmly.T op with a small fortune in La Fonda’s We’d probably still be a terri- – and has won some medals for Jack cheese. Combine eggs, milk, tomato sauce and chiles. bookstores on Southwest books the United States. “From Alaska Pour over strata; cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate several tory if the “Easterners” (anyone – Frank Waters, Willa Cather, east of the Mississippi River) to Europe, I’ve found nowhere hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator 1 hour before Tony Hillerman, Peggy Pond hadn’t heard about all the good else that compares,” she said, baking. Preheat oven to 325°. Remove plastic wrap. Bake Church, Lynn Nusom and so speaking of Enchanted Forest 40-45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out silver, gold and molybdenum in many others. our mountains, plus all the gas Cross Country Ski and Snowshoe clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. And one day, to my utter de- Area, where she trains. “New

and oil underfoot. light, as I was coming out of the

J. Binford Bell They still call us a “country,” Mexico gets under your skin in a bookstore, loaded down as usu- way like no other,” she said. and many eastern citizens think al, I saw that great actress, Greer we are a foreign country, to boot. “There is nowhere as beautiful as Garson, standing in the lobby New Mexico.”   See “One of Our 50 is Missing” with a loaf of French bread un-  each month in New Mexico Mag- der her arm. I opened my mouth P.S. New Mexico Magazine has azine. to say her name. All that came 90,000 readers, with some 5,000 I, personally, wish New Mexi- out was a squeak. Her chauffeur on Facebook and 4,000 on Twit- Mountain Treasures co were a country, with its own walked in the door. Ms. Garson ter. Laurie and I aren’t the only King and Queen and a Parliament turned and was gone. ones who love New Mexico! Deli, Coffee Bar, Fine Art & Jewelry and some restrictions on who Homemade Soups, Pastries, Breads & Salads could live here, so we could keep Sandwiches, Coffee Drinks, Beer & Wine exploiters out (not casting any aspersions toward the East). Paula’s Homemade soups daily! I may be a simple Swedish fe- YESTERDAY’S DINER male born in Wisconsin, but I am Frito Pie Friday! a totally devoted New Mexican. Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Sundays 3-5 pm - Music on the Deck And Always Will Be!! The first Ho m e m a d e Pa s t r i e s , Ic e Cr e a m , Es p r e s s o , Be e r & Wi n e time I came to New Mexico, sit- with Fritz & Friends ting up there in the Jemez, over- Dine on Our Deck and Enjoy the Mountain View looking Albuquerque, I said to open daily 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. my friend, “This is my spiritual Live Music - wed - Sat 6-9 pm 121 E. Main at Independence Trail home.” Featuring Don White & Carlos Martinez My favorite hotel, the La Fon-

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HAPPY HOUR DAILY - 4-7 $1 PBR $3 Well $3 Jager Sun - $5 Bloody Mary THIS WEEK IN RED RIVER Mon: ½ Price Burgers Fri: Philly Cheesesteak 6 pm - Mon-sat - BINGO $15 for 10 Games (Proceeds Benefit COC) - Park or Lifts West Tues: $2 Tacos Sat: ½ Price Super Nachos Thursday 8/8 Wed: 50 Wings Sun: Buffalo Chicken ¢ 9:30 am Zumba - Red River Community House Thurs: Fish ‘n’ Chips Sandwich 2 pm “Grand Ladies of Red River” Historical Society Event - Community House Check out www.redfestnm.com 5 pm Live Music with Dale & Gayle - Yesterday’s Diner 6 pm Michael Martin Murphey’s Rockin’ 3M Chuckwagon Supper - Bitter Creek    Ranch (Reservations 575-754-6280) 6 pm S’mores & Storytelling - Red River Community House arrOwHead LODGE 6 pm Live Music with Mike Addington & Paul Gatton - Lost Love Saloon 800-299-6547 Friday 8/23 5 pm Live Music with Donnie & Carlos - Yesterday’s Diner 575-754-2255 6 pm Live Music with Mike Addington & Paul Gatton - Lost Love Saloon 405 Pi o n e e r Ro a d 9 pm Live Music with $2 Horse - Motherlode Saloon Right by Pioneer Trail & Pioneer Creek Saturday 8/24 1 pm play 42 Dominoes - Red River Community House Rooms Newly Redecorated • TV & Free Wi-Fi • Pet Friendly 5 pm Live Music with Donnie & Carlos - Yesterday’s Diner New Charcoal Grills & Picnic Tables by Pioneer Creek 6 pm Cowboy Evening Dinner - Bobcat Pass Adventures (Res: 575-754-2769) All Rooms Non-Smoking • New Owners/Managers Onsite 6 pm Live Music with Mike Addington & Paul Gatton - Lost Love Saloon arrowheadlodge.com • [email protected] 9 pm Live Music - Bull o’ the Woods Saloon    9 pm Live Music with $2 Horse - Motherlode Saloon Sunday 8/25 10:30 & 11:30 am Sunday Morning Guided Walks at Red River Ski Area - Leaves from “Tip” 2:30 pm Craftsman on the Porch “Card Making w/Tonya Lewis” - Community House WILLIAMS TRADING POST 3 pm - 5 pm Live Music with Fritz & Friends - Mountain Treasures 5 pm Live Music with Dale & Gayle - Yesterday’s Diner & Hardware co. 6 pm Jammin’ on the Porch - Red River Community House New For 2013: now selling a full line of hardware supplies 6 pm Live Music with Mike Addington & Paul Gatton - Lost Love Saloon 8 pm Music in the Mountains w/ “Fritz Davis, John Malm, & Wayne Evanson” - We cut keys, carry RV supplies, & painting supplies. Red River Community House Our store carries a large supply of humming bird feeders. Still offering the favorites: fishing tackle, fishing licenses, All Events Subject To Change Without Notice camping supplies, knives, toys, T-shirts & hats For more information regarding these activities and events go to RedRiver.org or: Open 7 Days a Week 8 am - 8 pm Red River Visitor Center Red River Conference Center 306 E. High St. • P.O. Box 547 • Red River, NM (877) 754-1708 (877) 885-3885 575-754-2217 • [email protected] 100 E. Main Street 101 W. River Street Au g u s t 22, 2013 Th e Re d Ri v e r Mi n e r 7 DayTrip - Rio Costilla Studio art Tour The Fifteenth Annual Rio Cos- THE CANDY CRATE & tilla Studio Tour is right around the corner. Karen Blair, shown at CANDY MOUNTAIN FUDGE right, is just one of the twenty- five artists and craftspeople who will welcome you to their homes Don’t Miss Our and studios during the Rio Cos- tilla Studio Tour September 7 - 8, BIG 2013. Labor Day Sale!!! As a “two brush” watercolor painter Karen’s been preserving 300 West Main Street, Red River the landscapes of northern New (575)574-2925 Mexico for more than twenty www.CandyMountainFudge.com years. Her technique of painting simultaneously with a brush in each hand leads to ethereal and delicate watercolor paintings. She has explored oils, acrylics, and Although one of the smaller Amalia. Or enjoy delectable Chinese brush stroke techniques tours of the season, this is a bo- snacks along your route. Take a but watercolor always lures her nus. It’s actually possible to en- pause for a cold one in Garcia. back. “It offers challenges that joy the whole tour in one relaxed For a “no pressure” wonderful other mediums don’t.” Karen day. Pick up a map at either the day in the country to meet the art- even dreams about her creations Ventero Open Press in San Luis, ists and let them share their work - forming a picture of the com- Colorado or the historic plaza in with you and your family, feast on pleted work before she dips her Costilla, New Mexico – to the fabulous food, listen to local musi- brush in the water. north one hour from Alamosa and cians, breathe in the fresh clean Set in the stunning borderlands to the south one hour from Taos. air, wonder at the mountains to- of the San Luis Valley of North- Take a leisurely ride visiting stu- gether, come to the Rio Costilla ern New Mexico and Southern dios in Costilla and Amalia and Studio Tour, September 7 - 8. Property Management & Colorado, the Tour celebrates art across the state line for more art- For more information check Real Estate Sales of the mountains and desert. It ists in San Luis, Garcia and www.riocostillaart.com or call highlights everything from hand- Jaroso, Colorado. Stop for a deli- 719/672-4009. crafted furniture, ceramics, sculp- cious lunch at the Ancianos in (Info courtesy Judy Burrell) ture, paintings, photography, arti- san breads to solar farms and as- ter fields in full bloom. All lie under the watchful eyes of guard- vacation ian mountains. It’s the only two- rentals state tour in the Southwest. Beau W. McDowell Qualifying Broker August 25 - 29, 2013 575-754-2949 It’s that time of year again... Mountain High Camp, designed 518 East Main Street 200 E. Main • Red River especially for adult survivors of brain injury, is coming to town. Red River NM 87558 You are all officially INVITED to join the Fun: Bill Mackey Architect 24-hour Online Booking P.O. 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