Big Texas Weekend In Angel Fire, NM.

If your looking for fun and excitement, then look no further than Angel Fire, NM. Nestled in the Moreno Valley, this is a winter paradise that the whole family can enjoy!

Starting on Friday January 23 - Saturday January 24 is Wild West Weekend celebrating the annual Big 'Ol Texas Weekend. On Friday is the Denim and Diamonds Dinner at Elements, (located at the Country Club), featuring a Three-Course Prime Rib Dinner, a Jim Beam Whiskey Tasting, and live music by Curtis Grimes and his 5 piece band, all starting at 6:00pm.

On Saturday from 11:30am-3:30pm is the Texas Tailgate (on the deck at the base of the mountain) where you can take on the 72oz Big Texan Steak Challenge and try and beat out your buddies!!! Then head on over to the Garden Court, (located next to Legends Grill) for the Big Ol' Bacon Buffet at 5:00pm followed by the Texas Hold-em Tournament, where first prize is a trip to the Jim Beam Distillery (airfare, transportation for two and four VIP tasting tickets included). Then relax for the evening and enjoy the concert from 7-10pm at the Village Haus, featuring Curtis Grimes.

Can you think of a better way to spend your weekend? Just grab your family and head on down to Angel Fire, NM and enjoy Big Ol' Texas Weekend.

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The La Fonda Hotel on Taos Plaza

The La Fonda Hotel is located on the historic Taos Plaza. It is the place to be in the wintertime. It serves as a welcoming retreat for tourists and locals alike and a gathering place for artists, writers, film celebrities and political dignitaries. Started in 1820 by the Charles Bent family as a mercantile venue that also rented rooms, it has now become a full hotel that displays a wonderful collection of D.H. Lawrence paintings as well as old photographs and memorabilia. A stylish new restaurant called Mosaic is housed in the hotel where you can enjoy fine dining. So if you want to warm up from the cold stop by the historic Taos Plaza and La Fonda Hotel, you never know you might just get to meet someone famous!

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San Francisco de Assisi Mission Church

This National Historic Landmark was build between 1772 and 1816. It is a large sculpted Spanish Colonial church with massive adobe buttresses and two front-facing bell towers....an impressive blend of native and Spanish styles. The unique architecture of the building is kept well preserved by is parishioners who re-mud the church each spring.

This structure is the most photographed and painted church in the country....Georgia O'Keeffe helped to make it famous by painting it from all angles and times of the day! However, the church is more than a tourist destination, it remains an important center of community life with an active parish offering regular masses and festivals.

The church is open to visitors year-round. So if you want to see a piece of amazing history, stop by and see the San Francisco de Assisi Mission Church located just south of Taos in the quaint village of Ranchos de Taos.

You don't have to be a photographer or a painter to enjoy the beauty of the church! You may even decide to stay in our enchanting area. If so, just call New Mexico Mountain Properties at 575-758-5852 or 575-770-3306 for all the best in Taos Real Estate. Our land for sale in Taos gives you the most breathtaking views of the area along with our Taos homes for sale. We also offer Taos condos for sale with some close to the Taos Ski Valley. This is your one stop to make your dreams come true as we serve and welcome you to our historic land.

Ojo Caliente (Hot springs)

There's nothing like soaking in therapeutic, natural, warm mineral spring water, especially after a day of enjoying the Taos Ski Valley. Ojo Caliente was established in 1868 and is about an hour outside of Taos, NM. Deemed sacred by the indigenous Native Americans of Northern NM, it has been a gathering place and source of healing for hundreds of years...(.maybe even thousands!!).

You can enjoy pinon and juniper fires and rejuvenate in the five different types of mineral waters to soak your bones! The best part is you can move from pool, to hot pool and then enjoy their signature "Milagro Wrap".... after that you can enjoy a sumptuous dining experience in the onsite restaurant. There's no better way to spend your day, or you can even choose to stay over in one of the onsite cabins.... so sit back and relax at Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort and Spa.

While taking advantage of the luxurious waters, you may think about staying here forever. Just call New Mexico Mountain Properties at 575-758-5852 or 575-770-3306 for all your Taos Real Estate needs. With our energetic staff were motivated to find you that perfect home for sale in Taos that will fit your lifestyle, or our land for sale in Taos might be what your looking for, and for the ski buffs, you can check out our lovely Taos condos for sale by the Taos Ski Valley. Whatever your needs you can find it with us, we are here to serve and welcome you to this warm and inviting area.

Airport Expansion In Taos NM

The airport expansion has finally been approved!!! On December 23rd a $24 million dollar project was approved by the acting Taos County Planning Director Edward Vigil. This expansion will include a second runway at the facility northwest of town. This will be a great boon to the economy of Taos.

The second runway will improve safety at the airport as well as encourage investment and economic developments in Taos. The airport which is owned and operated by the town of Taos, has nearly all of the cost for this project being covered by the state and federal governments! So venture on down to Taos and see all the other exciting things this historic town has to offer!

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Winter Hiking In Taos NM

A new trailhead has opened in the Taos Valley Overlook area. In addition to solitude, stillness, and fabulous snowy mountain views, this new trailhead offers winter hiking at it's best. You can reach the new trail by going south from downtown Taos on State Road 68 (Paseo del Pueblo Sur) and then turn right onto onto County Road 110, which also leads to the UNM-Taos Klauer Campus and the Taos Golf Course and ends at the rim of the Rio Pueblo Gorge.

Sitting on 78 acres, this land was acquired by the Bureau of Land Management in March 2013, just one day after the presidential proclamation that created the Rio Grande del Norte Monument. However, it is not yet included in the monument area.

Staff have already begun working on cleaning up the area and so far has installed new signing, fences, and gates to help direct hikers to a verity of trails in the area. So if your looking for adventure look no further than Taos NM, your one stop destination for family fun!

While enjoying the spectacular hiking in Taos NM, you may also want to check out real estate in Taos. Just call New Mexico Mountain Properties at 575-758-5852 or 575-770-3306 for all of your Taos Real Estate needs. We have spectacular land for sale in Taos as well as unique Taos homes for sale . How about getting close to the Taos Ski Valley and inquiring about Taos condos for sale. No matter what your taste, we can find what your looking for. We are here to serve and welcome you to our scenic and diverse area.

The Columbine Hondo Bill

The U.S. Senate passed the Columbine Hondo Wilderness Act as part of the National Defence Authorization Act on Fri. December 12th. The bill has now been sent to President Obama, where he is expected to sign it into law. When signed into law this 45,000 acres of wildlife, clean water, and prized hunting and fishing areas will be protected for future generations to enjoy.

The Columbine Hondo is one of the main watersheds of the Rio Grande. This pristine area is surrounded by alpine ridges and peaks reaching 11,000 feet, with the high point called Gold Hill that is 12,711 feet.

This will also convey land to Red River and Taos Ski Valley for public use and modify Wheeler Peak's boundaries, which will complete the popular mountain biking route. May people were involved in helping save this glorious wilderness area for future generations to enjoy. So now is a wonderful time to come to Taos NM, and enjoy this wonderful scenic area.

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Angel Fire Ski Resort

The Angel Fire Ski Resort opened on December 12th, and the sledding hill will open on the 19th. They have 11/79 trails open and 3/7 lifts open. So grab your gear and head to the Angel Fire Ski Resort for all your family fun.

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December in Taos and Angel Fire New Mexico

Come join us for the Holidays special events throughout the Enchanted Circle.I believe you will enjoy all the Holiday magic and amazement that the Enchanted Circle offers!

-Taos Events-

On Friday December 5th you can enjoy the 28th annual Yuletide Caroling and Tree Lighting Ceremony from 4:00pm-6:00pm at the Taos Plaza. There will be many booths and guest speakers there to light up your evening.

On Sat. December 6th the "Lighting Of Ledoux" has become a holiday favorite in Taos. This block party is held on Ledoux street beging at 3:00pm. The streets will be closed to make way for the farolitos, which is a spanish word for paper lanterns. The tridition originated with lighting the way to the church for Christmas Eve mass. Over the years Farolitos have taken on a broader importance as an offering of light in the darkest days of the year. Festivities begin at 5:15pm on the Taos Plaza when Father Christmas arrives. Maria the firetruck will be carrying Father Christmas to Ledoux street. This is a family event appropiate for all ages.

Sat. December 6th and 7th is the Holiday Arts and Crafts fair form 10:00am-4:30pm at the Talpa Community Center HWY 518 Ranchos de Taos.

Also on Sat. December 6th will be the Holiday Bazar from 9:00am-3:00pm at the St. James Episcopal Church on Gusdorf and Santiago. A great way to shop for all your holiday gifts.

-Angel Fire Events-

On Fri. December 5th from 5:30-7:30 at the Angel Fire Visitor Center will be the tree lighting ceremony where you can enjoy cookies, hot coco, caroling, dance performers, kids crafts, and of course Santa Clause followed by the lighting of the tree.

Fri. December 12th is opening day at the Angel Fire Ski Resort. So get your skis and borads ready to shread the mountain.

Wed. December 24th the evening will be lit up at the Angel Fire Resort as skiers entice you with the tourchlight parade followed by fireworks starting at 6:oopm. This will also be done on Wed. December 31st for New Years Eve also at 6:00pm.

While enjoing the festivities call New Mexico Mountain Properties at 575-758-5852 in Taos 575-377-2626 in Angel Fire or 575-770-3306 for Paula for all your Taos and Angel Fire Real Estate needs. We have stunning Angel Fire homes for sale as well as sceanic Land for sale in Taos and Angel Fire. If it's condos for sale in Angel Fire or Taos your looking for, well.... look no futher than New Mexico Mountain Properties, we are here to serve and welcome you to the alluring Enchanted Circle.

Thanksgiving in the Enchanted Circle

The Enchanted Circle is the place to be this Thanksgiving to enjoy all of the Holiday events and fun.

Angel Fire will be having a Thanksgiving Feast at Elements resturant in the Lodge at Angel Fire Resort from 11-2pm on Thanksgiving day $34 per person $17 for children. You can also ask about hotel package deals for only $99 per couple, which includes room and dinner.

On November 29th you can attend is the Calling All Flakes Festival from 6-8pm at the Lodge at Angel Fire Resort, 10 Miller Lane. There will be live music and free hot coco, so come down and help call in the snow.

Opening day at the Angel Fire Ski Resort is on December 12th so tune up your skis and boards and get ready for fun.

Red River Ski Resort will open November 26th. On Thanksgiving day, attend the annual Frozen Turkey Race. That's right, you will get to ride down the hill on a frozen turkey!

Then at 7pm will be the "Switch On The Holidays" with carolers, hot coco and the lighting of the tree.

If you want more excitement, you can see the 3rd annual Thanksjibbing Rail Jam on November 29th at the Pot-O-Gold Terrain Park near the main chalet.

Taos Ski Resort will open on Thanksgiving Day! After a day of sking, you can enjoy the 9th annual Free Thanksgiving dinner from 12-5pm at Caffe Tazza at 122 Kit Carson RD.

Then starting on November 28th thru November 30th is the 32nd annual Yuletide Arts and Crafts Fair at the Bataan And Rio Grande Halls 121 Civic Plaza DR. This event is free for all.

With all of these wonderful things to do you will never be bored or lacking entertainment. So make the Enchanted Circle your Thanksgiving destination this year and see why New Mexico is called the Land Of Enchantment.

While your here, call 575-377-2626 in Angel Fire, 575-758-5852 In Taos, or 575-770-3306 for Paula or stop by New Mexico Mountain Properties for all your Taos and Angel Fire Real Estate needs. With locations in both Taos and Angel Fire NM, we can always find just what your looking for. Like our fabolous homes for sale in Angel Fire or our Taos and Angel Fire ski condos for sale. Right down to the glisting snow covered land for sale in Taos or Angel Fire, we have it all, so let us serve and welcome you to our glorious winter wonderland.