Category Archives: New Mexico

Trip to the Pecos 4_18_23

Posted on April 27, 2023 by Jabo

I traveled up to the Pecos River to see how it was running after this year’s ample snowfall. It was fast and high but not flooding like other rivers in Northern New Mexico have been. Along the way, I stopped … Continue reading →

Posted in History, New Mexico, Water | 1 Comment

Salinas Pueblo Missions 4_17_23

Posted on April 20, 2023 by Jabo

Because the winds were forecast to blow upwards of 60 mph on my birthday, we decided to visit a new place earlier in the week. The missions at the pueblos of Quarai and Abó (near Manzano, NM) were built in … Continue reading →

Posted in Expeditions, History, New Mexico, Parks, Pueblos | 1 Comment

Past and present photos.

Posted on January 7, 2023 by Jabo

Some final shots from 2022 and one for the new year.

Posted in Birds, Clouds, New Mexico, Storms | Comments Off

Bosque del Apache NWR

Posted on December 30, 2022 by Jabo

Another year and another cold morning watching the sandhill cranes, snow and canadian geese and other assorted birds.

Posted in Birds, Expeditions, New Mexico | Comments Off

Lamy Day of the Dead

Posted on November 22, 2022 by Jabo

Photos of the Lamy Day of the Dead celebration on 10/30. Posted Nov. 22… Mike’s BDay!

Posted in Expeditions, New Mexico | Comments Off

Fall colors along the Albuquerque Bosque 11_1_22

Posted on November 4, 2022 by Jabo

We spent Dia de los Muertos riding our bikes on the Paseo del Bosque bike trail in Albuquerque. The cottonwoods are now changing over to bright yellow and orange and it makes for a scenic bike ride.

Posted in Expeditions, Fall Colors, New Mexico | Comments Off

Star gazing 9_24_22

Posted on September 28, 2022 by Jabo

We participated in an astro-photography workshop given by photographer Stan Ford at the Forked Lightning Ranch house in the Pecos National Historical Park. Lots of tips to help me take better pictures of the stars and lots of fun to … Continue reading →

Posted in Expeditions, Moon and Stars, New Mexico | 1 Comment

Critter cornucopia in September

Posted on September 20, 2022 by Jabo

A thirsty bobcat came by for a drink at the bird bath, piñon jays are fighting over sunflower seeds, a finch enjoyed the sprinklers and a badger (sighted by our neighbor) has been excavating our driveway.

Posted in Birds, New Mexico, Wildlife | Comments Off

Taos and Arroyo Seco 9_22

Posted on September 19, 2022 by Jabo

Drove up the High Road to Taos, hiked the Santa Barbara River, and visited Taos and nearby Arroyo Seco.

Posted in Expeditions, Nature, New Mexico | Comments Off

Early birthday hike along Panchuela Creek 9_8_22

Posted on September 14, 2022 by Jabo

The Pecos Wilderness Area has finally been opened up and we took advantage and hiked our favorite creek last week. As usual, very green from all the rain.