Thompson Ridge Fire Bear Cub Gains Weight
VCNP News:
Sunday, June 16, a hungry, thirsty and frightened bear cub was searching for the mother he lost during the Thompson Ridge Fire on the Valles Caldera National Preserve.
Firefighters working the line came across the cub a day earlier and decided to add him to their monitoring duties. They watched from a distance as he climbed trees and scampered in and out of the tall grass. But when it became obvious a mother-cub reunion would not come in time to save the toddler’s life his buddies on the fire line called for help.
New Mexico Game and Fish Department was summoned to collect the cub and transported Read More
Bandelier Hosting July 4 Naturalization Ceremony
Last year’s July 4 Naturalization Ceremony at Bandelier. Photo by Salvador Zapien/ladailypost.com
BANDELIER News:
July 4th is traditionally the day when Americans celebrate our freedom and independence.
This year, building on the success of last year’s ceremony, Bandelier National Monument is proud to partner with the United States Citizenship and Naturalization Services to host a naturalization ceremony.
Fifteen candidates, after years of fulfilling their requirements, will be taking their oath and becoming the newest citizens of the United States. Read More
Udall Statement on Supreme Court Decision on Defense of Marriage Act
SUPREME COURT News:Governor Launches New Mexico Film Trails Map and Webpage
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE—Gov. Susana Martinez has assisted in the launch of New Mexico’s new Film Trails Map and Webpage that will help visitors experience authentic movie adventures in New Mexico.
The new travel planning resource created by the state’s Tourism Department can be found here. The website can be used by in-state travelers as well as out-of-state visitors planning a New Mexico vacation or visit. Martinez made her announcement Monday at the Albuquerque Studios.
Travelers can plan trips based on popular movies and TV series shot in New Mexico, Martinez said. Read More
US-Russia Partnership Reaches Key Milestone in Converting Russian Nuclear Weapons into US Nuclear Fuel
HEU. Courtesy/NNSAGovernor Launches Summer Safety Blast
New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez launches the Summer Safety Blast. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
Gov. Susana Martinez joined law enforcement officials to launch the Summer Safety Blast.
The season-long initiative focuses on decreasing traffic deaths by enforcing DWI and seat belt laws. The safety blast includes State Police’s new zero tolerance policy on unrestrained drivers and passengers, including children not properly restrained in a child safety seat.
The initiative also includes:
- National Click It Or Ticket seatbelt campaign; and
- New Mexico’s 100 Days of Summer D.W.I. crackdown.
Senate Appropriations Passes $148 Million for NM Military Construction Projects
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall announced Monday that the Senate Appropriations Committee has approved funding for essential military construction projects for New Mexico’s Air Force bases and provisions to improve veteran care.
“Our nation’s military readiness relies on the quality of our people, their equipment, and our facilities. This legislation makes important investments in the future of New Mexico’s military bases supporting the people and communities who work there,” Udall, a member of the Senate Military Read More
Bronze Statue Honors Sgt. First Class Leroy Petry
U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Leroy Petry
SANTA FE—A bronze statue of U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Leroy Petry was unveiled at Santa Fe City Hall’s South Lawn Monday.
The statue was crafted by Pojoaque Pueblo Governor and sculptor George Rivera in honor of the only Santa Fe native to be awarded the Medal of Honor—our nation’s highest award for military valor bestowed upon an individual serving in the United States Armed Forces. The award is presented by the President of the United States in the name of Congress.
SFC Petry is the 14th New Mexican to receive the award, which was presented to him by President Read More
Thompson Ridge Fire Update
Smoldering Areas of the Thompson Ridge Fire. Courtesy U.S. Forest Service
Thompson Ridge Fire
Acres: 23,937; Start date: May 31, 2013; Cause: Downed power line; Location: Valles Caldera National Preserve; Containment: 90 percent; Fuels: Mixed conifer and Ponderosa pine; Terrain: Steep, rugged; Resources: 3 crews, 6 engines, 5 water tenders, 1 dozer; Total personnel: 170 and Available air support: 3 helicopters.
Summary: Acreage on the Thompson Ridge Fire increased by 18 acres according to last night’s infra-red flight. The outside fire perimeter has not changed; the growth noted was Read More
Current Trail Conditions and Closures
COUNTY News:
At 8 a.m. today, all trails on the Santa Fe National Forest have closed due to fire danger.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Sections of the Perimeter Trail (visit www.losalamosnm.us and Parks/Open Space & Trails/Trails Network to link to a land ownership map for details)
- Mitchell Trail above (north of) the Perimeter Trail
- Rendija Trail, Pajarito Trail, Cabra Loop
- Guaje Ridge Trail, Guaje Canyon Trail
- Pipeline Road
- Quemazon Trail from about 0.6 miles above the trailhead
- Cañada Bonita Trail (Guaje Canyon Trail)
- Water, Valle, Pajarito Canyon trails and the Nail Trail
Also, Read More