June Update: New Mexico State Parks Invite You to "Reach for the Stars!" [Archive]

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03-24-2007, 02:07 PM

<div><div align="center">You are Invited To Attend a State Parks Star Party To Watch Mother Nature Show Off! <img src=http://sonewmex.com/images/animnmparks.gif width=430 height=50 border=1> </div>
<div align="left">The hardworking folks at New Mexico's State Parks are busy getting ready for 2007's spring, summer and fall star watching seasons again. In fact, it's only March as this article is being written but they've already got 14 fun star-watching parties planned throughout our enchanted land. Here's the scoop on what they've got in store for us in April and May... <table><tr><td valign=top>As every adult living in New Mexico knows -- especially the astronomy buffs -- there are few places left in North America quite as beautiful as New Mexico where night skies are concerned. One obvious proof of that is that you can still drive a modest distance away from our major cities and find lots of spots where all you can see when you're outdoors at night is the spectacular show that nature puts on of stars, planets and galaxies everywhere! </div>
Sadly, millions of city kids and those who live in major urban areas throughout the United States have never seen the spectacular natural beauty that is our galaxy and the rest of our universe at night. It makes the gaudy beauty of anything man can create totally pale by comparison. Granted that flying into New York City, Washington DC, Chicago, Los Angeles or Las Vegas or almost any major city on a clear dark night is a beautiful sight to see. If you've never done that, you definitely should someday. But even such an experience of a man-made light show completely pales by comparison to the spectacular light show Mother Nature puts on each night in New Mexico's skies. 
That's why each year New Mexico's State Parks Department schedules at least a few dozen Star Parties in many of its isolated-from-city-lights parks around the state. The parks folks know these public sky and star watching events provide a chance for you and your family to get away from town and enjoy the beauty of nature's amazing light show. The State Parks parties often offer the benefit of large high-powered telescopes most of us could never afford to own plus knowledgeable astronomers or guest speakers on hand to help you see, understand and appreciate the skies better. Now that the winter is behind us, the fine folks at New Mexico's State Parks are doing it again. 
Indeed, when we checked their web site (www.NMParks.com (http://www.nmparks.com)) recently we found that the State Parks folks have a total of 14 Star Parties scheduled at State Parks in April and May alone. Furthermore, based on our personal map-checks for each party they appear to be within 40 - 60 mile driving distance of something like 80% of New Mexico's population. That means you and your family can get there and back again on less than 10 gallons of gas. 
Even if there's not a State Park Star Party scheduled near you, New Mexico has 34 State Parks (http://www.newmexico.reserveworld.com/ParkMaps.aspx) (or here (http://www.newmexico.org/go/loc/parks/page/parks-stateparksmap.html)) -- plus 10 National Parks (http://www.newmexico.org/go/loc/parks/page/parks-nationalparksmap.html) and National Forests (http://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/map/xaz_nm_tx.html) where you can go for a night of star watching. (Thanks to the New Mexico Department of Tourism (http://www.newmexico.org/) for providing two of these maps.) In short, there are 44 parks and forests scattered around the state where your family can stage a private star party for about forty bucks -- including the cost of gas, admission and camping. Forty-four places doesn't count the multiple campgrounds in most State Parks (http://www.newmexico.reserveworld.com/ParkMaps.aspx) and National Forests (http://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/map/state_list.shtml#NewMexico). If you include those places, there are over 100 possible destinations. The bottom line is you can choose from dozens of places around New Mexico to take your family, friends, the dog, your tent, camper or RV and a telescope for a memorable night of star watching, camping and sleeping under the stars. 
Spring is the perfect time to do that. The days are likely to be warm and sunny and the nights cool and pleasant. One never knows whether individual parks might be closed in the summer due to dry conditions and fire danger. The best part is New Mexico's State Parks aren't far from home and they're beautiful and cheap too. In fact, in January '07, the State Parks Annual Camping Permit (ACP) underwent a big change to benefit visitors. The ACP is now good for a full year from the month you buy it. Previously, the ACP was only good from date of purchase until December 31 of the same year. Now, you can visit and camp in the State Parks for a whole year. New Mexico is one of the few states to offer this type of bargain. If you're not a camper, they also offer an Annual Daily Use pass too. That pass lets you visit any state park for a year; but doesn't include overnight camping privileges. To get details on these permits, click here (http://sonewmex.com/banners/nmsp04_ad_horiz.jpg). 
Please remember that information on local weather and cloud conditions, park hours of operation, seasonal closings for individual parks and other key details are all subject to change without notice for every party listed below. Be sure to contact the hosting State Park using the contact phone numbers provided to confirm your travel plans, verify that the party is expected to happen on time on the day of your planned visit, or to seek advice from knowledgeable State Park staff and volunteers. 
TIP: Check local weather conditions in the area of the party you're planning to attend on the day of the party by visiting Steppin' Out's home page. You can check the National Weather Service and NOAA weather forecasts on the upper right corner of our front page (http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/modules.php?name=Jig). All you need is the community name and state to get forecasts of weather and sky conditions there for the next 72 hours. ;) 
Provided below is a list of the Star Parties and star-watching events planned for State Parks in various parts of the state in April and May. For your convenience, we’ve also provided details on the party plans and the times for each event. For more info about each park like park size, camping facilities, other major attractions of each park, etc. just click on the line that contains the park’s name, region and closest major towns or cities. 
[Editor's Note: Images shown on this page were taken at the world's biggest Star Party. They're from the Hubble Heritage Project (http://heritage.stsci.edu/gallery/galindex.html) and as such are not typical of images at the average star party. Yours will probably be much better! :D Events for April <center><a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Hyde.htm>Hyde Memorial - N Cent Reg - Santa Fe/Albuquerque Area</a> Friday, April 6 - 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM Star Party</center> Come and enjoy a night under the stars with a green laser tour of major stars and contellations followed be viewing of celestial objects through telescopes with Peter Lipscomb. Enjoy a blazing fire and hot cider on the Lodge Patio. Dress warm. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: Michael Heath 983-7175 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/leasburg.htm>Leasburg Dam - SW Reg - Hatch / Las Cruces Area</a> Saturday, April 7 - 08:30 PM - 10:00 PM Stars-n-Parks</center> Join National Public Observatory (NPO) presenter Jeff Jenkins to learn about the stars. Sunset is at 7:25 PM, Hydra, Ursa Major, and Leo on the meridian, Vela on the south point, Venus 22 degrees, Saturn 72 degrees. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: Stan Ellis 505-524-4068 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/oliverlee.htm>Oliver Lee - SE Reg - Alamogordo / Ruidoso Area</a> Saturday, April 14 - 08:00 PM - 09:30 PM The Night Sky: A Cultural Clock</center> Enjoy the beauty of Dog Canyon at sundown. Learn about celestial cycles and how early cultures used the night sky to time their daily lives. View the stars and constellations in the dark skies over Oliver Lee Memorial State Park. Bring red-lens flashlights and binoculars if you wish. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: 505-437-8284 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Rockhound.htm>Rockhound - SW Reg - Deming/Silver City/Lordsburg Area</a> Saturday, April 14 - 08:45 PM - 10:15 PM Stars-n-Parks</center> Join National Public Observatory (NPO) presenter Sally Allen to learn about the stars. Sunset is at 7:30 PM, Hydra, Ursa Major, and Leo on the meridian, Vela on the south point, Venus 22 degree, Saturn 72 degrees. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: Jesus Jimenez 505-546-6182 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/cityrocks.htm>City of Rocks - SW Reg - Deming/Silver City/Lordsburg Area</a> Wednesday, April 18 - 08:45 PM - 10:15 PM Stars-n-Parks</center> Join National Public Observatory (NPO) presenter John Gilkison and learn about the stars. Sunset is at 7:33 PM, Hydra, Ursa Major, and Leo on the meridian, Vela on the south point, Venus 22 degrees, Saturn 71 degrees. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: Ken Abalos 505-536-2800 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/ParksPages/Brantley.htm>Brantley Lake - SE Reg - Carlsbad / Artesia / Hobbs Area</a> Friday, April 20 - 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM Star Party</center> Volunteers and park staff will set-up telescopes for park visitors to view deep sky objects such as planets. *This event is subject to cancellation due to adverse weather conditions. A large telescope will be set up in the Limestone Campground to look at Saturn and other wonders of the night sky. This program will be cancelled if the sky is too cloudy. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: Shane Phipps (505) 457-2384 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/cityrocks.htm>City of Rocks - SW Reg - Deming/Silver City/Lordsburg Area</a> Saturday, April 21 - 08:45 PM - 10:15 PM Stars-n-Parks</center> Join National Public Observatory (NPO) presenter Matt Wilson to learn about the stars. Sunset is at 7:35 PM, Hydra, Ursa Major, and Leo on the meridian, Vela on the south point, Venus 22 degrees, Saturn 71 degrees. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: Ken Abalos 505-536-2800</center> Events for May <center><a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Clayton.htm>Clayton Lake - NE Reg - Clayton Area</a> Friday, May 4 - 08:30 PM - 09:30 PM Reach for the Stars</center> Come check out the night sky in the Park's Observatory. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: Pat Walsh 505-445-5607 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/leasburg.htm>Leasburg Dam - SW Reg - Hatch / Las Cruces Area</a> Saturday, May 12 - 09:00 PM - 10:30 PM Stars-n-Parks</center> Join National Public Observatory (NPO) presenter Jeff Jenkins to learn about the stars. Sunset is at 7:50 PM, Virgo on the meridian, Centaurus well up, Saturn high up, Jupiter rises by program end. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: Stan Ellis 505-524-4068 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/cityrocks.htm>City of Rocks - SW Reg - Deming/Silver City/Lordsburg Area</a> Saturday, May 19 - 09:00 PM - 10:30 PM Stars-n-Parks</center> Join National Public Observatory (NPO) presenter Matt Wilson to learn about the stars. Sunset is at 7:55 PM, Virgo on the meridian, Centaurus well up, Saturn high up, Jupiter rises by program end. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: Ken Abalos 505-536-2800 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/CoyoteCreek.htm>Coyote Creek - N Cent Reg - Mora / Las Vegas Area</a> Saturday, May 19 - 08:30 PM - 09:30 PM Stars over Coyote Creek - Mora</center> Come join us for a peek at the night sky through our park telescope and learn about Native American star stories. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: 505-387-2328 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/CimarronCanyon.htm>Cimarron Canyon - N Cent Reg - Taos / Angel Fire Area</a> Friday, May 25 - 08:30 PM - 09:30 PM Reach for the Stars</center> Come check out the night sky by peeking through our park telescope and hearing traditional stories. Win candy for correct answers! <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: 505-377-6271 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Sugarite.htm>Sugarite Canyon - NE Reg - Raton Area</a> Saturday, May 26 - 08:30 PM - 09:30 PM Moonbeams, Planetbeams!</center> Who says you can't have sunlight at night? Just check out the sun's reflection on the moon, Saturn and Venus when we peek through the park telescope at Soda Pocket Campground amphitheater. Study the ripening moon and find out why one South American tribe spoke of the moon as a hunter. Answer trivia questions for candy! Please dress warmly for the cold mountain air, and please dim car lights as you approach the area. Thanks! <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: Pat Walsh 505-445-5607 ________________________________________ <a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/oliverlee.htm>Oliver Lee - SE Reg - Alamogordo / Ruidoso Area</a> Thursday, May 31 - 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM Full Blue Moon</center> Join us for this special Thursday evening program about the Blue Moon. A Blue Moon is always the second full moon of any given month and only occurs about once every three years. Come enjoy stories and myths about the moon. Bring red-lens flashlights and binoculars if you wish. <center>Fees: Regular Entrance Fee Contact: 505-437-8284</center></td><td width=160 align=center valign=top><a href=http://sonewmex.com/images/sombrerogalazy.jpg><img src=http://sonewmex.com/images/sombrerogalazy_tn.jpg align=center border=1> Sombrero Galaxy</a> <a href=http://heritage.stsci.edu/2003/28/caption.html>Image Caption</a> <a href=http://heritage.stsci.edu/2003/28/fast_facts.html>Fast Facts</a> <a href=http://sonewmex.com/images/barredspiralgalaxy_ngc1300.jpg><img src=http://sonewmex.com/images/barredspiralgalaxy_ngc1300_tn.jpg align=center border=1> Barred Spiral Galaxy</a> <a href=http://heritage.stsci.edu/2005/01/caption.html>Image Caption</a> <a href=http://heritage.stsci.edu/2005/01/fast_facts.html>Fast Facts</a> <a href=http://sonewmex.com/images/supernovaremnantLMC132D.jpg><img src=http://sonewmex.com/images/supernovaremnantLMC132D_tn.jpg align=center border=1> Supernova Remnant</a> <a href=http://heritage.stsci.edu/2005/30/caption.html>Image Caption</a> <a href=http://heritage.stsci.edu/2005/30/fast_facts.html>Fast Facts</a> <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg><img src=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_vert.jpg width=158 height=845 align=center border=1 alt="Buy an NM Parks pass. 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05-27-2007, 02:15 AM

<center>New Mexico's State Parks - Lots To Do... And Close To Home Too!</center> New Mexico – It’s summertime. That means it’s time to play! The kids are out of school and the weather’s been great, naturally you want to Step Out. There’s lots of good camp sites and plenty to do at the 34 New Mexico State Parks with some fine star gazing opportunities as well. In addition, Father’s Day and Independence Day are great times to enjoy the out-of-doors with special events at many of the parks. In between there’s full moon walks, talks, workshops and days especially designed for kids too. Better yet, there's even a special offer for Steppin' Out readers! If you call the state’s toll free number, 1-888-NMPARKS (1-888-667-2757), and mention you saw their ad in Steppin’ Out, they’ll send you a coupon for 3-nights of camping for the price of two. Hey! That makes everyone happy – you, us and the folks at State Parks too! So pack up the kids or your favorite companions and head to one of the 34 state parks scattered around the state – for some simply great out-of-doors get-away time or for any of 42 June and July State Park events listed below. Don't forget to grab that free camping coupon at 1-888-NMPARKS. We all need bargains these days! For details online visit nmparks.com (http://www.nmparks.com). 
<table><tr><td valign=top>June Events & Star Parties <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/RGNC.htm>Rio Grande Nature Ctr - Cent Reg - Albuquerque/Santa Fe Area</A> Discovery Classes week-long Monday, May 28-Thursday, August 2 - 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM</center> Lizards and owls and ants, oh my! Week-long (Mon-Thu) classes for elementary-aged kids. Please visit www.naturediscovery.com (http://www.naturediscovery.com) for more information. <CENTER>Fees: Call <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: 344-7240 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Hyde.htm>Hyde Memorial - N Cent Reg - Santa Fe / Las Vegas Area</a> Enchanted Evenings Every Thursday June - August 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM</center> Rangers or guest speakers will present programs on a variety of subjects including park history, flora, fauna and local history. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Michael Heath 505-983-7175 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/cityrocks.htm>City of Rocks - SW Reg - Deming/Silver City/Lordsburg Area</a> Rattlesnake Myths Every Saturday - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM</center> Discover the truth and dispel the myth of one of mans most feared creatures. Learn how important it is for mankind to allow rattlesnakes to exist in the ecosystem. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Ken Abalos 505-536-2800 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/ParksPages/Brantley.htm>Brantley Lake - SE Reg - Carlsbad / Artesia / Hobbs Area</a> Saturday Night Campground Programs Every Saturday Night - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM</center> Every Saturday Night between Memorial Day and Labor Day programs will beheld in Limestone Campground on various topics. Start times vary, but usually begin around 7:00pm or 8:00pm and last for about 1-1/2 hours. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Shane Phipps 505-457-2384 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/cityrocks.htm>City of Rocks - SW Reg - Deming/Silver City/Lordsburg Area</a> The Blessings of Bats Every Sunday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM</center> Discover the 5 ancient Chinese blessings attributed to the modern day bat. Learn how important, and in some ways essential, bats are in their role of making our daily lives safer and more enjoyable. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Ken Abalos 505-536-2800 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/bottomless.htm>Bottomless Lake - SE Reg - Roswell Area</a> Enchanted Evenings Every Saturday Night - 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM</center> "Enchanted Evenings" is a series of interpretive presentations every Saturday beginning Memorial Day weekend and running through Labor Day weekend. The presentations are generally nature oriented. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Steve Patterson (505) 624-6058 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/elephant.htm>Elephant Butte Lake SW Reg - Socorro/T or C Area</a> Interpretive Guest Speaker Saturday, June 2 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM</center> Speaker & Subject: TBA <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Gonzalez 505-744-5923 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/leasburg.htm >Leasburg Dam - SW Reg - Hatch / Las Cruces Area</a> Critters and Creatures of the SW Saturday, June 2 - 7:45 PM - 8:45 PM</center> Talk on critters and creatures of the Chihuahuan Desert by Rink Sommerday. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Gary B. Gruer (505) 524-4068 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Oasis.htm>Oasis - SE Reg - Clovis Area</a> Wildlife Falsehoods Saturday, June 2 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM</center> Join author A. L. (Tony) Gennaro for a talk about the facts and fiction of wildlife. All ages are welcome. This event will be held at the Visitor Center. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Oasis State Park 505-356-5331 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Sugarite.htm>Sugarite Canyon - NE Reg - Raton Area</a> Sugarite Fishing Derby Saturday, June 2 - Sunday, June 10 - 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM</center> Hook a tagged fish and catch some cash during our weeklong fishing derby at Lake Maloya in Canyon State Park. The lake will be stocked with specially tagged fish shortly before the derby, which is co-sponsored by the Raton Kiwanis Club. In 2006, the derby gave away thousands of dollars in cash and prizes, including an elk hunt at Vermejo Park Ranch. (Prizes may change in 2007.) There will also be a kids' derby on the final weekend. Contact the park for derby rules and details. Registration is $10 per adult, plus the regular $5-a-day park entrance fee or $10 per night camping fee. <CENTER>Fees: $10 registration + day fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: 505-445-5607 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/leasburg.htm >Leasburg Dam - SW Reg - Hatch / Las Cruces Area</a> Stars-n-Parks Saturday, June 9 - 9:15 PM - 10:45 PM</center> Join National Public Observatory (NPO) presenter Jeff Jenkins to learn about the stars. Sunset is at 8:07 PM, Bootes, Libra, and Lupis on the meridian, Sagitarius and Scorpius rising, Jupiter 27 degrees up, Saturn 17 degrees high by program end. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Stan Ellis 505-524-4068 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/elephant.htm> Elephant Butte Lake SW Reg - Socorro/T or C Area</a> 9th Annual Chile Cook Off Saturday, June 9 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM</center> 20 plus cooks competing to have the best and hottest chile in the southwest. $2.00 gets your tasting cup so you can sample every one! <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Brigetta Sutherland 505-744-5292 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Oasis.htm >Oasis - SE Reg - Clovis Area</a> Adaptations of Desert Plants Saturday, June 9 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM</center> The presentation will cover the different methods desert plants have that allow them to adapt to harsh living conditions in the desert, how they are able to conserve or store water as well as protect themselves from heat/sun not only to survive in the desert but to thrive there. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Oasis State Park 505-356-5331 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Villanueva.htm> Villanueva - NE Reg - Las Vegas / Santa Rosa Area</a> Reptiles and Amphibians Saturday, June 9 - 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM</center> Ted Brown-President of the New Mexico Herpetological Society will conduct a presentation and slide show on Reptiles and Amphibians. Hebegins with a slide show and concludes with his live specimens, ending with a question and answer session. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Ramon N. Gallegos 421-2957 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/LivingDesert.htm>Living Desert - SE Reg - Carlsbad Area</a> Roadrunner Gem and Mineral Show Friday, June 15 - Sunday, June 17 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM</center> This show features the exhibit and sale of minerals, fossils, and jewelry. <CENTER>Fees: No Fee Contact: Kathryn Jones (505) 887-5516 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/ParksPages/Brantley.htm>Brantley Lake - SE Reg - Carlsbad / Artesia / Hobbs Area</a> Desert Starlight Friday, June 15 - Saturday, June 16 - 4:00 PM - 11:30 PM</center> This two-day event begins on Friday June 15th at 4:00pm with telescopes set-up with special filters to safely view the sun. Along with solar viewing telescopes will be set-up both Friday & Saturday nights to view deep sky objects such as planets. Daytime events will also be scheduled such as plant and bird walks. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Shane Phipps 505-457-2384 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/cityrocks.htm>City of Rocks - SW Reg - Deming/Silver City/Lordsburg Area</a> Stars n Parks Saturday, June 16 - 9:00 PM - 10:30 PM</center> Join National Public Observatory (NPO) presenter Matt Wilson to learn about the stars. Sunset is at 8:07 PM, Bootes, Libra, and Lupis on the meridian, Sagitarius and Scorpius rising, Jupiter 27 degrees up, Saturn 17 degrees high by program end. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Ken Abalos 505-536-2800 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Oasis.htm>Oasis - SE Reg – Clovis Area</a> Star Party Saturday, June 16 - 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM</center> Come out and join Eastern New Mexico University professors for a viewing of the night sky. Bring your scopes, binoculars, etc. if you have them. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Oasis State Park 505-356-5331 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/oliverlee.htm>Oliver Lee - SE Reg - Alamogordo / Ruidoso Area</a> The Night Sky: A Cultural Clock Saturday, June 16 - 09:00 AM - 10:30 PM</center> Enjoy the beauty of Canyon at sundown. Learn about celestial cycles anyhow early cultures used the night sky to time their daily lives. View the stars and constellations in the dark skies over Lee Memorial State Park. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> 505-437-8284 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Rockhound.htm>Rockhound - SW Reg - Deming/Silver City/Lordsburg Area</a> Music in the Park Saturday, June 16 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM</center> Various musical entertainment for listening and dancing Part of the summer series. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Friends of Rockhound State ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/LivingDesert.htm>Living Desert - SE Reg - Carlsbad Area Living Desert</a> CAAA Living Desert Art Show Friday, June 22-Tuesday, July 3 - 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM</center> The annual Carlsbad Area Art Association Living Desert Show features the exhibit and sale of desert-themed artwork including pottery, jewelry, sculpture, paintings, and more. <CENTER>Fees: No Fee Contact: Kathryn Jones (505) 887-5516 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/RGNC.htm>Rio Grande Nature Ctr - Cent Reg - Albuquerque/Santa Fe Area</a> 25th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, June 23 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM</center> Come join us as we celebrate 25 fantastic years at the Nature Center. Events and activities include: ribbon cutting, birthday cake, silent auction, historic photo display, special speakers, live animals, guided bird and nature walks, pond viewing and activities. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Beth Dillingham 505-344-7240 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/leasburg.htm>Leasburg Dam - SW Reg - Hatch / Las Cruces Area</a> Chihuahuan Desert plants/animals. Saturday, June 23 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM</center> Learn about some of plants and animals associated with the Chihuahuan Desert. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Gary B. Gruer (505) 524-4068 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/LivingDesert.htm>Living Desert - SE Reg - Carlsbad Area</a> Full Moon Walk Friday, June 29 - 8:15 PM - 8:45 PM</center> Though the entrance time is limited to a half-hour, visitors stroll through the zoo under the light of the full moon. This is a beautiful time to experience the park. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Kathryn Jones (505) 887-5516 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/elephant.htm>Elephant Butte Lake SW Reg - Socorro/T or C Area</a> Fireworks Display Saturday, June 30 - 09:00 PM - 10:00 PM</center> Visitors get to enjoy a spectacular fireworks display out on Rattlesnake Island. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Salvador Gonzalez 505-744-5923 ________________________________________</center> July Events & Star Parties <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Sugarite.htm>Sugarite Canyon - NE Reg - Raton Area</a> Bodacious Butterfly Count! Sunday, July 1 - 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM</center> So you think catching butterflies means racing around with your net high in the air? Wrong! Discover the martial art of the butterfly net stalk-n'-swoop, as demonstrated by the master, Steve Cary, chief naturalist for State Parks. Join us for this annual event to count, identify and release butterflies -- whether you're an expert or just getting started. We will meet in the parking lot of the Lake Dorothy Colorado State Wildlife Area across the state line, then divide into two hiking teams -- one for Colorado and one for New Mexico. We'll break for lunch. Feel free to join us for a little while or the whole day. If you have them, bring butterfly field guides and nets. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: 505-445-5607 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/EaglesNest.htm>Eagle Nest Lake - NE Reg - Eagles Nest/Angelfire/Las Vegas Area</a> Eagle Nest Fireworks Wednesday, July 4 - 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM</center> Eagle Nest Chamber of Commerce and Eagle Nest Marina sponsor the annual fireworks display over Eagle Nest Lake <CENTER>Fees: No Fee Contact: Byron Wilson 505-377-1594 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/SumnerLake.htm>Sumner Lake - SE Reg - Portales Clovis Ft Sumner Area</a> 4th of July Fireworks Display Wednesday, July 4 - 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM</center> The Sumner Lake Volunteer Fire Department and Friends of Sumner Lake (F.O.S.L.) will provide a fireworks display at 9:00 pm off the "Island". <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: David Sanchez (505) 355-2909 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/LivingDesert.htm>Living Desert - SE Reg - Carlsbad Area</a> Star Party Friday, July 6 - 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM</center> A large telescope will be set up outside the Visitor Center to look at Saturn, Jupiter, and other wonders of the night sky. <CENTER>Fees: No Fee Contact: Kathryn Jones (505) 887-5516 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/bottomless.htm>Bottomless Lake - SE Reg - Roswell Area</a> Sprint Distance Triathlon Sunday, July 8 - 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM</center> This sprint distance triathlon is the first of two, in the "Bottomless Series". The second event is an F-1, draft legal, triathlon to be held August 25, 2007. The sprint distance triathlon consists of: .4 km swim,14 km bike and 4 km run. It is open to public participation and you need not participate in both events. Contact the park for registration. Day use fees are waived for athletes and spectators during the event. <CENTER>Fees: No Fee Contact: Steve Patterson (505) 624-6058 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/heron.htm>Heron Lake - N Cent Reg - Chama/Tierra Amarillo Area</a> Lake Osprey Festival Friday, July 13 - Saturday, July 14 - 6:00 AM - 05:00 PM</center> An event to celebrate the GOOD NEWS: seventeen pairs of ospreys have chosen to nest in the northern Rio Arriba County area. Many are around Heron Lake and quite easy to view. The Osprey Festival includes a number of docent-hosted viewing stations, food, activities, guided boat tour, speakers, live raptors and natural history exhibits. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Siscily Lederman 505 588-7470 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/bottomless.htm>Bottomless Lake - SE Reg - Roswell Area</a> Sand Sculpture Contest Saturday, July 14 - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM</center> The sand sculpture contest will be held on the Lea Lake <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Steve Patterson (505) 624-6058 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Oasis.htm>Oasis - SE Reg - Clovis Area</a> Star Party Presentation Saturday, July 14 - 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM</center> Come and join professors from New Mexico University <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Oasis State Park 505-356-5331 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><a href=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Rockhound.htm>Rockhound - SW Reg - Deming/Silver City/Lordsburg Area</a> Music in the Park Saturday, July 21 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM</center> Various musical entertainment for listening and dancing Part of the summer series. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Friends of State 505-531-2776 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/LivingDesert.htm >Living Desert - SE Reg - Carlsbad Area</a> Zoo Camp: Reptiles and Amphibians Monday, July 16-Friday, July 20 - 08:15 AM - 12:00 PM</center> Children have fun while they learn! Zoo Camp features music, crafts, special activities, guest speakers and more. The first week of Zoo Camp is for 7-9 year olds. Pre-registration is required and begins June 15.Fees are $40.00 per child ($30.00 for Friends' children). For more information or to pre-register, visit <a href=http://www.friendsoflivingdesert.org>friendsoflivingdesert.org</a> <CENTER>Fees: Call <a href=“http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg”>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Linda Frank (505) 887-5516 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/leasburg.htm>Leasburg Dam - SW Reg - Hatch / Las Cruces Area</a> Animal tracks Saturday, July 21 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM</center> Learn about the animals of Dam State Park <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Gary B. Gruer (505) 524-4068 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/SumnerLake.htm>Sumner Lake - SE Reg - Portales Clovis Ft Sumner Area</a> Youth Daze Saturday, July 21 - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM</center> Fun in the sun! A play day for the kids, with events such as paddleboard races, casting contests, water volleyball and much more. "A picnic lunch will be served by the "Friends of Sumner Lake" group. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Lewis Hancock (505) 355-2541 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/SumnerLake.htm>Sumner Lake - SE Reg - Portales Clovis Ft Sumner Area</a> Mammals of the Grasslands Saturday, July 21 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM</center> Interpretive Ranger Charles Wood will discuss what mammals inhabit Lake. Participants will have an opportunity to see the infamous "Traveling Wildlife Trunk" display. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Lewis Hancock (505) 355-2541 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/Villanueva.htm>Villanueva - NE Reg - Las Vegas / Santa Rosa Area</a> Arrowhead Replications – Knapping Saturday, July 21 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM</center> Luther Rivera guest presenter and expert arrowhead replicator, will be doing hands on demonstrations and information on flint knapping and arrowhead replications. After his presentation, attendees will have a chance to replicate their own arrowhead. Tools and materials will be provided. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Ramon Gallegos 421-2957 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/LivingDesert.htm>Living Desert - SE Reg - Carlsbad Area</a> Zoo Camp: Reptiles and Amphibians Monday, July 23-Friday, July 27 - 8:15 AM - 12:00 PM</center> Children have fun while they learn! Zoo Camp features music, crafts, special activities, guest speakers and more. The second week of Zoo Camp is for 10-12 year olds. Pre-registration is required and begins June 15. Fees are $40.00 per child ($30.00 for Friends' children). For more information or to pre-register, visit <a href=http://www.friendsoflivingdesert.org>friendsoflivingdesert.org</a> <CENTER>Fees: Call <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Linda Frank (505) 887-5516 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/LivingDesert.htm>Living Desert - SE Reg - Carlsbad Area</a> Full Moon Walk Saturday, July 28 - 8:00 PM - 8:30 PM</center> Though the entrance time is limited to a half-hour, visitors stroll through the zoo under the light of the full moon. This is a beautiful time to experience the park. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! (Click Here)</a> Contact: Kathryn Jones (505) 887-5516 ________________________________________</center> <CENTER><A HREF=http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/StorrieLake.htm>Storrie Lake - NE Reg - Santa Fe/Las Vegas Santa Rosa Area</a> Las Vegas Triathlon at Storrie Lake Sunday, July 29 - 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM</center> Participants participate in a 1.5K swim, 40K bike and a 10K run competition. <CENTER>Fees: Entrance Fee <a href=http://www.steppinoutnewmexico.com/banners/nmsp06_ad_horiz.jpg>Free with ACP/ADU Pass! 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