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    • The Land of Enchantment in October

      Posted at 4:04 pm by NativeNM, on October 21, 2023

      October is one of the best month’s to visit New Mexico. This year was particularly special with the Solar Eclipse crossing over parts of New Mexico with 100% viewing. Our son Josh who has a degree in Physics and Astronomy traveled to Albuquerque to see the event. We were concerned about the weather; the day started out with a few clouds but as they began to dissipate we had an unobstructed view of the sun and watched the Annular Solar Eclipse from start to finish lasting around 3 hours. Josh brought telescopes and solar eclipse glasses for us to wear. And Joe taped up our camera lens with an eclipse lens to take pictures. However, all the best photos were taken by Josh who knew how to take a photo through the telescope lens resulting in some amazing shots. Our sister in law Melody also spent time with us in October, however she had to fly home before the solar eclipse took place. But she enjoyed her first Balloon Fiesta, the Jemez Mountains, Valle Caldera and the Aspens in Santa Fe. For 2 weeks in October we enjoyed many adventures such as hiking our favorite places, eating the most amazing New Mexican food, watching hot air balloons fly every morning, experiencing the solar eclipse, plus a roadrunner and a coyote. It’s a magical time to be in New Mexico in October, I guess that’s why we are The Land of Enchantment!

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    • Aspen Vista Trail

      Posted at 10:25 am by NativeNM, on October 26, 2020

      Since Joe and I returned to New Mexico we’ve enjoyed taking day trips and hiking trails that are new to us.  This year we were determined to see some of the fall colors around the state.  We spent 3 weekends in October exploring different areas, each one offering a distinctive experience.  The first weekend we went north to the ski valley near Santa Fe to hike the Aspen Vista Trail which is about 11 miles round trip. And no we didn’t make it the entire way but we did walk about 7 of the 11 miles. The Aspens are plentiful and they are spectacular!  The golden yellow leaves at times look as if they are on fire.  The early morning hours are the quiet times when the trails are less traveled and we can take our time to enjoy the view.  With Covid 19 spiking again and nothing to do it seemed like everyone had the same idea to get away and enjoy the beautiful leaf tour.  By driving to the trails early, we could easily get a parking spot and enjoy the trails with a handful of early birds.  By lunchtime it’s a different story, many more folks just getting started as we wind our way back.  We always pack a picnic lunch and find a spot to enjoy the view.  It’s a serene time to get away in this year 2020.  We are fortunate to be able to travel an hour or two to a beautiful haven in which to get away and forget the worries of the world if only for one day!
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