
Red-Tailed Hawks: Phantoms of the Pinyon
The Red-tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) owns the skies of New Mexico. Its silhouette—broad wings fringed with sunlight, tail flashing like a rusted blade—cuts across canyon

The Red-tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) owns the skies of New Mexico. Its silhouette—broad wings fringed with sunlight, tail flashing like a rusted blade—cuts across canyon

A mother and her young daughter had a frightening encounter with a coyote May 22, Thursday evening near Eagle Rock Lake, prompting a response from

Now that summer has arrived, we’re all gearing up for whatever camping, fishing, or other favorite outdoor pursuits we can get in before they close

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has released its draft 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan and is seeking public input through June 9.

Some leaders in Congress want to sell public lands—places like forests, deserts, and mountains that belong to all Americans. This idea has made many people

Are you planning your next outdoor adventure? Well, it just got easier. The U.S. Forest Service is offering free access by download to its Forest

Every New Mexican has camped at a Forest Service campground. Many of us have had the profound pleasure of camping at the Rio Grande del

The Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) is a master of the night, its haunting hoots echoing across New Mexico’s deserts, forests, and urban edges. With

By MIKAYLA ORTEGAAs the snow melts and hikers, bikers, and horseback riders prepare to return to northern New Mexico’s scenic trails, the Enchanted Circle Trails

By CATHY COOK, Albuquerque Journal Bark beetles are an important part of New Mexico’s forest ecosystems. They typically attack stressed trees, which are then replaced

Spring has returned to the mountains of northern New Mexico—and so have the bears. As the snow melts and the forests wake up, black bears

Taos County offers a diverse array of camping experiences, from serene forest retreats to vibrant glamping sites. Whether you’re seeking solitude under the stars or

If you or someone you know helps take care of trails in New Mexico or works to make riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs) safer, here’s some

The Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) is one of North America’s most recognizable and widespread birds. With their striking black plumage and vibrant red and yellow

It’s that time of year again, when native trout fans from around our great state come together at the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument

In President Donald Trump’s second term which he assumed in January of 2025, he created the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire Elon

Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) serves as the premiere natural gas and electric supplier for the northern New Mexico region. In addition to the service

When the tops of the peaks are brown in February, our thoughts turn to water. More than usual, anyway. It wouldn’t be a normal year

Mallard ducks (Anas platyrhynchos) are one of the most widely recognized and studied species of waterfowl. Known for their distinctive coloration, these ducks are found

On Jan. 22, 2025, a public meeting was held at the Questa Village chamber office to offer information and a chance for public comment on