Santa Fe National Forest Offices Closed Memorial Day
SFNF News:
SANTA FE – All Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) offices will be closed Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day. Forest offices will resume regular business hours Tuesday, May 30.
There are currently no fire restrictions on the SFNF. Visitors are reminded that fireworks and explosives are prohibited on federal lands. Law enforcement officers, fire personnel and recreation staff will be patrolling over the Memorial Day weekend to ensure visitor safety.
Forest visitors are asked to follow campfire safety guidelines and adhere to the Leave No Trace principles of outdoor Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: At Pajarito Greenhouse
On the job in White Rock: Kathy Anderson and Cottrell Fox help gardeners this morning with their purchases at Pajarito Greenhouse. The greenhouse is especially busy this weekend due to their Memorial Day sales. They are also open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday at 238 Rio Bravo in Pajarito Acres. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
On the job in White Rock: Arborist Laural Hardin, left, and Jess Gauntt are busy offering advice to gardeners this morning at Pajarito Greenhouse in White Rock. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.comSFNF Urges Extreme Caution On Rio Chama
SFNF News:
SANTA FE – As recreationists head into the Santa Fe National Forest for the long Memorial Day weekend, rafters, campers and others traveling along the Rio Chama should be prepared for higher-than-normal water levels and faster-than-normal flows on the river.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), the Rio Chama is experiencing “the most robust spring runoff” since 2005. BOR is currently releasing 3,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) from El Vado Reservoir into the Rio Chama in an attempt to keep up with the snowmelt. The safe channel capacity for this stretch of the Rio Chama Read More
Whole New Jupiter: First Science Results From NASA’s Juno Mission Show Gigantic Turbulent World
Through the Juno mission, scientists are learning more about the largest planet in the solar system. NASA/JPL-CalTech/USGS PhotoLos Alamos Nature Center Open This Holiday Weekend
Observe local birds like this Red-breasted Nuthatch this holiday weekend at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Photo by Bob Walker.
PEEC News:
This weekend is a great time to enjoy nature, and the Los Alamos Nature Center can help. The nature center will be open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, a great day to visit the animals, use the Los Alamos Trails App to find a fun hike, pick up the new Passport to the Pajarito Plateau booklet, or build great memories with your family in the Satch and George Cowan Children’s Discovery Area.
Think About Smokey Bear This Weekend And Follow Proper Campfire Procedures
SFNF News:
SANTA FE – To quote Smokey Bear, only you can prevent a repeat of last year’s Memorial Day weekend when campers left 25 unattended and abandoned campfires on the Santa Fe National Forest. Fortunately, none of the 25 identified campfires sparked or spread before they were discovered and extinguished.
But we might not be so lucky this year. As the New Mexico fire season gets underway, it’s important to remember that unattended campfires are the leading human cause of wildfire.
- Visitors to national forests are asked to follow campfire safety procedures to prevent wildfire and
Tales Of Our Times: Impartial Testing Tests Courage
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New Mexico Citizens
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PEEC Offers Geology Tour Of Mount Taylor
Mount Taylor has a fascinating geologic story, one that can be told by Fraser and Cathy Goff. Photo by Fraser GoffPEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is offering a special overnight tour June 17-18 of the Mount Taylor region. The tour will focus on the geology of the area, and is suitable for geologists and non-geologists alike. Space is limited for this trip.
Geologists Fraser and Cathy Goff will lead the tour, which will include the earth science and volcanology of Mount Taylor and surrounding areas. There will be various stops along the drive to Mount Taylor on the Read More
Big-horned Sheep Spotted In Frijoles Canyon
Big-horned sheep were spotted today in Frijoles Canyon at Bandelier National Monument by employee Rob Harper. In 2014 and again in 2016, a few dozen big-horned sheep were released just outside the southwest boundary of Bandelier. By early this year, a half dozen sheep were seen several times near the Upper Falls on the Park’s Falls Trail. Courtesy/NPSOn The Job In Los Alamos: At Plateau Properties
On the job in Los Alamos: Dustin Lippiatt creates a large rabbit topiary Wednesday afternoon at Chapel Apartments on Rose Street. Lippiatt runs the yard crew for Plateau Properties where he has worked for two years. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Dustin Lippiatt creates a large rabbit topiary Wednesday afternoon at Chapel Apartments on Rose Street. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Cange Testifies On EM’s FY-18 Budget Request
EM Acting Assistant Secretary Sue Cange
DOE-EM News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Acting EM Assistant Secretary Sue Cange testified Wednesday on EM’s Fiscal Year 2017 budget request before the U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces. In her testimony, Cange provided an overview of the EM program, key achievements in the past year and planned accomplishments to be achieved with EM’s request of approximately $6.5 billion, which marks EM’s largest budget request in a decade.
“I am honored to be here today representing the over 20,000 men and women that carry out Read More
Kroger Code Violations Case Heads To Trial
Kuzi Mutsiwegota of Atomic City Investments, second from right, chats with Los Alamos County officials, from left, Michael Arellano, Larry Valdez and Paul Andrus after Tuesday’s Municipal Court hearing. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
A shattered 12-inch clay pipe at Mari-Mac Shopping Center has led to a citation against Gerald Ohlsen, who manages the parking lot for Kroeger Real Estate Department. Courtesy photo- Judge also hears code violation cases against former Hilltop House Hotel and Knights of Columbus
Rattlesnake Spotted Near Pajarito Trail
This rattlesnake was seen about 9:30 a.m. today next to Cabra Loop Trail near the intersection of Pajarito Trail. Photo by Joy Green Read More
PEEC Offers Class With Local Artist Lisa Coddington
Hedge hog cactus by Lisa Coddington. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Artist and instructor Lisa Coddington is returning to teach a one-day workshop on drawing and watercolor using botanical and natural subjects 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday June 1 at the Los Alamos Nature Center.
This class, made possible by Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC), is great for all skill levels and is limited to 13 students. Register to learn techniques for creating realistic, still life, nature-inspired art.
Participants will explore pencil and watercolor techniques that portray plants and animals. Read More
NNSA Releases FY18 Presidential Budget Request
Lt. Gen. Frank G. Klotz (Ret.)
DOE/NNSA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) released details Tuesday of its portion of the President’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 Budget Request.
The President’s $13.9 billion FY 2018 Budget Request for NNSA represents an increase of $1.0 billion – or 7.8 percent – above the FY 2017 Omnibus level, representing the Administration’s commitment to NNSA’s diverse missions: maintaining the safety, security, reliability, and effectiveness of the nuclear weapons stockpile; reducing the threat Read More
Nebulae And Monsters At Nature Center Planetarium
Courtesy Image
PEEC News:
Dr. Rick Wallace will discuss the glowing patches of dust and gas in the sky and more during his presentation about Nebulae and their significance in the galaxy, at 7 p.m. Friday in the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium.
Sea Monsters, a film that uncovers a time when prehistoric sea creatures come to life, will play at 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday in planetarium. The film follows fossil hunters to remote locations as they excavate Read More
Daily Postcard: Colorful Birds Drawn To Suet Feeder
Daily Postcard: This suet feeder in the yard of a Barranca Mesa home is drawing a variety of colorful birds including this Western Tanager, which has been returning to eat here for about a week. Photo by Ken Hanson
Daily Postcard: This Hairy Woodpecker is a more regular customer to the local suet feeder and is seen dining here during last week’s surprise spring snow. Photo by Ken HansonHondito Wildfire Update
FOREST SERVICE News:
TAOS – The Hondito Fire, started May 15 from a lightning strike, has consumed 5,000 acres four miles southwest of Tres Piedras and two miles north of Las Tablas and is 0 percent contained.
Fire managers took advantage of favorable conditions Sunday and completed 5,000 acres of the 14,900 acre planning area. Crews spent the morning constructing perimeter line in advance of afternoon aerial ignitions. Utilizing the helicopter, crews were able to cover a larger area in a shorter amount of time. The conditions on the fire will be evaluated and burning will continue contingent Read More
EPA Urged To Prioritize Gold King Mine Cleanup
EPA News:State Environment Department Announces Air Quality Compliance Assessment Program For Small Businesses
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