SFNF Celebrates New Jemez Ranger Station
Jemez Ranger Station. Courtesy photo
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — New building, same address! Surrounded by red rock canyons and cottonwoods, the new Jemez Ranger Station is located at 051 Woodsy Lane, the same scenic spot off NM Highway 4 in Jemez Springs. The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) celebrated the Jemez District’s new facilities with a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Friday, Nov. 4.
The old facility was built in 1966 south of Soda Dam. By 2007, it was obsolete and showing its age.
Discussions to replace or relocate it began, and the final decision was to rebuild at the Forest Service- owned site Read More
Daily Postcard: Sturdy Buck Spotted Along San Ildefonso
Daily Postcard: A sturdy buck is spotted Thursday along San Ildefonso Road. Photo by Donald Cobb Read More
Windy Day At Ashley Pond
View of the windy Wednesday with the water fountain in Ashley Pond being blown around. Park Photo by Ken Hanson Read More
National Park Foundation Honors Vets On Thankful Thursday
Courtesy/NPF
From The Team at the National Park Foundation (NPF):
Veterans Day is Friday, an opportunity to honor those who have fought and sacrificed to protect our nation.
This Thankful Thursday, we encourage you to pause to reflect on the sacrifices our veterans have made and to be truly thankful for those who have served.
This Veterans Day will be the first since Congress passed legislation granting free lifetime park passes to eligible veterans and Gold Star families, which can be obtained here. There are meaningful experiences waiting for veterans and all Americans in our parks this month Read More
New Mexico Launches Environmental Crimes Task Force
Leadership of the New Mexico Environmental Crimes Task Force. Courtesy/NMED
NMED News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have convened New Mexico’s first Environmental Crimes Task Force.
The goal of the Environmental Crimes Task Force is to increase federal, tribal and state cooperation in investigating and prosecuting criminal violations of federal, tribal, and state environmental laws. In pursuit of this goal, the Task Force will meet regularly with members from federal, tribal, and state agencies to disseminate Read More
Daily Postcard: Moon Rising Near Truchas Peaks
Daily Postcard: The moon is spotted rising near the Truchas Peaks on Sunday afternoon from the Anderson Overlook. Photo by Marc BaileyGovernor To Represent New Mexico And United States At UN Climate Change Conference (COP27) In Egypt
From the Office of the Governor:
SHARM EL SHEIKH, Egypt – The Office of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that New Mexico’s nation-leading climate change achievements and goals will be on the world stage as Gov. Lujan Grisham attends the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Egypt.
The international climate summit, which will take place in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, is the 27th session of the “Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.” The annual convening of nearly every nation on earth serves as a valuable opportunity
SFNF Waives Fees For Veterans Day & Closes Offices Nov. 11 In Observance Of Federal Holiday
Veterans Day, Nov. 11, is the final fee-free day for 2022. Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — All Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) offices will be closed Friday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
Offices will resume regular business hours Monday, Nov. 14.
In honor of the men and women who have served in the armed forces, all national public lands will waive fees at many recreation sites on Veterans Day. The Forest Service participates in fee-free days with other federal agencies to encourage Americans to visit their public lands. Veterans Day is the final fee-free day for 2022. The next fee-free Read More
NOAA Awards $18.9 Million For Harmful Algal Bloom Research And Monitoring
Cyanobacteria shares properties with algae and are found in lakes, streams, ponds and other surface waters. Courtesy/EPA
NOAA News:
NOAA is announcing $18.9 million in funding for harmful algal bloom (HAB) research projects and monitoring activities throughout U.S. coastal and Great Lakes waters.
HABs can produce toxins or cause other harmful effects that can damage ecosystems, disrupt our seafood supply, impact economies and threaten human health. Marine and fresh waters of the U.S. are increasingly impacted by HABs, with blooms reported in every state. They cost the U.S. economy millions Read More
NMDOT Announces Recipients Of $5.1 Million EV Charging Station Grant Contracts Awarded In New Mexico
NMDOT Cabinet Secretary Ricky Serna
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) Cabinet Secretary Ricky Serna announced Tuesday the first of multiple electric vehicle (EV) charging station grant contracts awarded statewide.
The Level Three Direct Current (DC) Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) Grant Program provides approximately $5.1 million in funding derived from the distribution of the American Rescue Plan Act.
The Program also aligns with Gov. Lujan Grisham’s Climate Change goals of reducing greenhouse gases Read More
Daily Postcard: Evening Falls Over Barranca
Daily Postcard: Evening falls over Barranca Mesa recently under a cloudy sky. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More
Angel Fire Resort Opening Dec. 16 For 2022-23 Ski Season
Angel Fire Resort opens Dec. 16, for the 2022-2023 ski season. Courtesy/AFR
Courtesy/AFR
AFR News:
ANGEL FIRE — Angel Fire Resort (https://www.angelfireresort.
Known as one of the “Best Family Ski Resorts in North America,” Angel Fire Resort is investing in upgraded, energy efficient snow-making equipment that will work better in marginal conditions which will allow them to make snow earlier in the season. The resort is also expanding winter activities Read More
Total Lunar Eclipse Today Over Los Alamos
A Total Lunar Eclipse (Blood Moon) seen very early this morning over Los Alamos. Photo by Marc Bailey
A bright white moon after the Total Lunar Eclipse this morning over Los Alamos. Photo by Marc Bailey Read More
Video: Christmas Tree Permits Now Available Online
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — Stores are already advertising Christmas decorations.
Now you need a tree to put them on! Make it an adventure by cutting your own Christmas tree on the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF). Purchase a permit online or in person from Nov. 10 through Dec. 31, 2022.
The official cutting period begins Nov. 16.
Here are your options to obtain a permit:
- Christmas tree permits will be available for purchase at Recreation.gov Nov. 10;
- In-person sales at district offices and SFNF Headquarters will begin Nov. 16. The Jemez Ranger District will sell permits over the phone during regular
Scenes Of Total Lunar Eclipse Viewed From White Rock
A Total Lunar Eclipse (Blood Moon) in the early hours this morning viewed from White Rock. ‘A lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth and Moon align so that the Moon passes into Earth’s shadow. In a total lunar eclipse, the entire Moon falls within the darkest part of Earth’s shadow, called the umbra. When the Moon is within the umbra, it will turn a reddish hue. Lunar eclipses are sometimes called ‘Blood Moons’ because of this phenomenon.’ Source: NASA ScienceEarth’s Moon. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs
The Total Lunar Eclipse (Blood Moon) this morning as seen from White Rock. Photo by Nancy Ann Read More
New PEEC Director Jillian Rubio Speaks To Kiwanis Club
New director of the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) Jillian Rubio speaks at the Nov. 1 Kiwanis meeting. Photo by Don Casperson
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
Jillian Rubio, the new director of the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) came to Los Alamos from a very different world (by way of Brooklyn, NY and Tucson, Ariz.), but said she finds her new job exciting.
She spoke Nov. 1 at the Los Alamos Kiwanis Club weekly meeting. With her background in environmental education, Rubio’s career has included roles such as Chief Program Officer at the New York City Read More
Quarterly Report Of Radioactive Liquid Waste Treatment Facility Added To LANL Electronic Public Reading Room
LANL News:
Per regulatory requirements, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) announces new documents have been added to the Electronic Reading Room.
The document(s) have been submitted to fulfill one or more requirements of the Los Alamos National Laboratory:
The public may view these documents and many others at LANL’s Electronic Public Reading Room. Read More
NPS: Capulin Volcano National Monument Hosts Special Artist In Residence Events For November 2022
Part of the 8,000 square mile Raton-Clayton Volcanic Field, Capulin Volcano showcases the volcanic geology of northeastern New Mexico. The views are spectacular day or night, with views of four different states from the volcanic rim and one of the darkest night skies in the country. Courtesy/NPS
NPS News:
The National Park Service (NPS) and Capulin Volcano are hosting November Artist in Residence composer Dr. John Sichel.
Dr. Sichel will be spending the month exploring the sights and sounds of Capulin Volcano and take that inspiration home with him to include in future compositions.
Dr. Read More
New Mexico Community Solar Program Unveils New Website
PRC News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC), along with InClime Inc., last week announced the launch of a website dedicated to the state’s nascent Community Solar Program as well as the release of a request for proposal (RFP) to build and operate local solar facilities, as the statewide program created to make renewable energy available to a broad spectrum of utility customers moves closer to implementation.
The website, www.csnewmexico.com, contains a user-friendly rundown of the Community Solar Program, including an overview of benefits and costs for potential Read More
Daily Postcard: Butterflies Feeding Along North Road
Daily Postcard: A Painted Lady butterfly, left, and a West Coast Lady butterfly are spotted Sunday afternoon, feeding together on one of the few remaining late-blooming chamisa plants along North Road. Source: Butterflies of New Mexico. Photo by Marc Bailey Read More
