If you encounter a bear, Department of Game and Fish officials recommend you: Stop, and back away slowly while facing the bear. Avoid direct eye contact, as the bear may consider that a threat. Do not run. Make yourself appear large by holding out your jacket. If you have small children, pick them up so they don't run. Give the bear plenty of room to escape, so it doesn't … [Read more...] about Be Bear Aware
Archives for 2015
Go With Jo On An “I Know Jo!” Contest
By Jo Mixon When I came to work at the Chamber in June of 2011, the Board of Directors challenged me to develop a new marketing campaign which would jump-start and revitalize Chamber membership. The catch? There were no funds to support the campaign. So I put my thinking cap on, and the "I Know Jo" was born! The idea was: members would invite me to visit and "market" their … [Read more...] about Go With Jo On An “I Know Jo!” Contest
Oktoberfest 2015
Beer & Food Tasting, Traditional Bavarian Games, Golf Scramble, 5K Run When: October 17, 2015 Where: Angel Fire Resort Games, Rides, Arts & Crafts, Costume Contest & More For a full schedule of festivities and events visit www.angelfireoktoberfest.org. Oktoberfest Video 2014, Courtesy of Janet Sailor … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest 2015
The Village Of Angel Fire Sustainability Committee Says “I Know Jo, Do You?”
By Jo Mixon Chairmen of the Sustainability Committee: Tim and Louise Herfel pictured with Jo and Yard Art by Brice Adams What is Spare Part Art Auction? It is an auction of recycle/used/bound for the dump items that have been turned into pieces of awesome art by people from all over the Moreno Valley. Recycling old junk not only benefits the environment, it breaths new … [Read more...] about The Village Of Angel Fire Sustainability Committee Says “I Know Jo, Do You?”
Football At The Pub
Get ready for football at the pub! Kick off will be September 10, 2015. Friday & Saturday Nights from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Sunday Game Days from 11:00 am to ? Monday Night Football from 5:00 pm to ? Don't forget to pick up your football card. … [Read more...] about Football At The Pub
Farewell Reception @ Shuter Library
Please join us for a farewell reception for Diane Martinez, Library Director and Janet Matthews, Library Manager. When: Friday, August 28 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Where: The Shuter Library … [Read more...] about Farewell Reception @ Shuter Library
Cover Artist Competition Artwork
Support the arts! Now through September The Artists Guild of Northern New Mexico presents Music From Angel Fire Cover Artist Competition Artwork at The Angel Fire Visitors Center. The members of the Artists Guild of Northern New Mexico are presenting an exhibit of the work of artists in Colfax County who entered the Music From Angel Fire Cover Artist Competition. These … [Read more...] about Cover Artist Competition Artwork
Music From Angel Fire – Angel Fire Schedule 2015
Wednesday, August 26, 1:00 pm Angel Fire Community Center | Free Encounters: Meet the Composer Get up-close-and-personal with the musicians and music being rehearsed in this free open rehearsal. Hear 2015 Music From Angel Fire Composer-in-Residence, David Ludwig, discuss his newly-written piece. Fun and informal! Wednesday, August 26, 7:00 pm Angel Fire Community Center … [Read more...] about Music From Angel Fire – Angel Fire Schedule 2015
A Letter From Chuck Howe
A Letter From Chuck Howe, President, David Westphall Foundation Spirit of Angel Fire The summer of 2015 has been magnificent here in Angel Fire. Green grass and flowers are everywhere from the abundance of rain. The Memorial grounds look outstanding as a result of the efforts by the Angel Fire Garden Club and the State Park staff. Run For The Wall stopped by the … [Read more...] about A Letter From Chuck Howe
Angel Fire Bike Park’s 6th Annual Gravity Games
Angel Fire Bike Park's 6th Annual Gravity Games celebrates mountain biking with fun competitions, great prizes, and tons of gravity! Come join us for a full holiday weekend of activities for all ages. Friday, September 4th 7:00 pm - unReal Movie in Garden Court [Free] Saturday, September 5th 9:00 am to 1:00 pm - Photo Scavenger Hunt - Pick up your instructions … [Read more...] about Angel Fire Bike Park’s 6th Annual Gravity Games
Ragnar Trail Relays
Ragnar Trail Angel Fire-NM presented by Salomon is nestled in the heart of the Enchanted Circle. It's here that Ragnarians will free their inner wild as they Run. Camp. Sleep? Repeat. over two days and one night. Grab seven of your friends (or three of your crazier friends) to form a team, and get ready to run on world class single-track trails. We promise unforgettable, not … [Read more...] about Ragnar Trail Relays
Around Angel Fire
By Jo Mixon Photos courtesy of: Music From Angel Fire Keller Williams BAH Dorothy & Ted Thrasher Nathaniel Bear Kalyn Whitacre Jo Mixon D.J. Geoffroy Amy Sime Janet Sailor Angel Fire Resort. Why stay where it's over 100 degrees? Come up to Angel Fire for the cool mountain breeze! … [Read more...] about Around Angel Fire
Calamity Jane’s Is Hiring
Employment Opportunity Calamity Jane's is now employing and training for wait staff. Stop by the restaurant or front office of Laguna Vista Lodge to set up a time for an interview or give us a call at one of the numbers below. 51 East Therma Drive Eagle Nest, New Mexico 575-377-9530 575-377-6522 … [Read more...] about Calamity Jane’s Is Hiring
Business After Hours – Music From Angel Fire & Keller Williams
Music From Angel Fire and Keller Williams Realty Angel Fire, The Power of Teamwork invite you to attend Business After Hours. Kick off the 2015 Music from Angel Fire Summer Festival! Join us for appetizers. Pick up a concert schedule and enter to win festival concert tickets! Also, all past festival posters are on sale for $5 and this will be your first opportunity to … [Read more...] about Business After Hours – Music From Angel Fire & Keller Williams
Habla Tamale Cook-off Festival Results
By Jo Mixon We had an awesome turn out for the first annual Habla Tamale Cook-off Festival! When: August 8, 2015 Where: Angel Fire, New Mexico People stopped by the voters booth and the Chamber of Commerce to tell us they came from Albuquerque, Gallup, Farmington, Springer, Santa Fe, Espanola, Belen, Clovis, Carlsbad, Taos, Raton, and Eagle Nest in New Mexico. … [Read more...] about Habla Tamale Cook-off Festival Results
Survey: Legislative Issues Affecting Your Tourism Business
Let your voice be heard! By participating in this survey you'll help the Village of Angel Fire and the New Mexico Hospitality Association (NMHA) hone in on key issues that affect the growth of our businesses. This survey is a step closer to getting favorable government and legislative results for your business. Take this survey to voice your issues and concerns. Take … [Read more...] about Survey: Legislative Issues Affecting Your Tourism Business
Thank You To Wheeler Peak Press
Thank you to Wheeler Peak Press for Sponsoring Habla Tamale Cook-off Festival Kids Corner 10:00 am to 12:00 pm - Paper Mache Workshop with the Muery's 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Face Painting with 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Birdseed and Bubbles I also wanted to share with you a story, with permission, that was published about Adam Muery and Wheeler Peak Press in the Austin … [Read more...] about Thank You To Wheeler Peak Press
Ragnar Trail Angel Fire
Ragnar Trail Angel Fire-NM presented by Salomon is nestled in the heart of the Enchanted Circle. It's here that Ragnarians will free their inner wild as they Run. Camp. Sleep? Repeat. over two days and one night. Grab seven of your friends (or three of your crazier friends) to form a team, and get ready to run on world class single-track trails. We promise unforgettable, not … [Read more...] about Ragnar Trail Angel Fire
Music From Angel Fire 2015
When magical music fills the air! "An American in America" When: August 21, 2015 to September 6, 2015 Visit our website for more information. … [Read more...] about Music From Angel Fire 2015
Oldie’s Dinner, Dance & Auction
Featuring Time Machine, a Taos Oldies Band When: August 8, 2015 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Where: Angel Fire Community Center Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for ages 7 to 17, Kids 6 and under free with adult! Live & Silent Auctions Ticket Price Includes Dinner & Dance Cash Bar - Beer & Wine Buy tickets at the Chamber of Commerce, Angel Fire Visitor … [Read more...] about Oldie’s Dinner, Dance & Auction