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Mountain Times May 2011

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WWW.MOUNTAINTIMES.NET The average person eats 126 pounds of potatoes each year, a little more than a potato a day. Nearly 48 pounds are consumed as french fries and other frozen potato products.

PLAGUE CONFIRMED IN N.M.

It may sounds like a disease from the Middle Ages, but it still affects New Mexico nearly every year. It’s the plague. Of the 10-20 cases annually in the United States, New Mexico is usually the most common site. In 2009, six residents living in Sandoval, Bernalillo and Santa Fe Counties were diagnosed with the plague. One of those, an eight year old boy, died. Already in 2011, three cases of plague in New Mexico have been confirmed in two dogs and a cat. The New Mexico Department of Health reports no humans have yet contracted the disease, and all the pets recovered after prompt antibiotic treatment. “Plague is a bacterial disease of rodents, but it can spread to humans and pets, usually from the bites of infected fleas. If someone has been exposed, symptoms usually develop in two to six days,“ said Dr. Francine Olmstead, Medical Director at New Mexico Travel Health and a pandemic disease consultant. “It is a treatable disease when it’s promptly diagnosed and treated with antibiotics. If you suddenly develop a high fever, especially if you’ve been bitten by a flea or handled any wild rodents, you should immediately seek medical help,” said Olmstead. When a person is infected, the plague bacteria moves through t he bloodstream to the lymph nodes. The lymph nodes swell, causing the painful lumps ("buboes") that are characteristic of bubonic plague. Other symptoms are fever, headache, chills, and extreme tiredness. If bubonic plague goes untreated, the bacteria can multiply in the bloodstream and produce plague septicemia,

a severe blood infection. Symptoms include fever, chills, tiredness, abdominal pain, shock, and bleeding into the skin and other organs. Untreated septicemia plague can be fatal. Pneumonic plague, or plague pneumonia, develops when the bacteria infect the lungs. People with plague pneumonia have high fever, chills, difficulty breathing, a cough, and bloody sputum. “Plague pneumonia is the only type that can be spread by humans,” said Olmstead. “It’s considered a public health emergency because a cough can quickly spread the disease to others. Untreated pneumonic plague is usually fatal.” To help prevent the illness, control fleas on pets; stack woodpiles 100 feet from your home to prevent rodents from nesting in them; avoid contact with rodent nests or burrows. If a pet that has outdoor access suddenly develops a fever and seems very tired, contact your veterinarian. The peak season is May through September. Animals that are most often infected are rock squirrels, prairie dogs, pack rats, chipmunks, rabbits and mice. “Millions of people died of the “Black Death” plague in Europe because homes were often infested with rats, who hosted plague-infected fleas,” said Olmstead. “With some precaution, plague can be almost eliminated from our world today.” Olmstead, a 1997 graduate of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, is a specialist in travel health and one of just a few thousand medical providers worldwide to have earned the Certificate of Knowledge in Travel Health, administered by the International Society of Travel Medicine.

The New Mexico Pilot’s Association (NMPA), in conjunction with the Timberon Development Council (TDC), are sponsoring a fly-in. (A fly-in is a meeting for pilots who arrive by air). Many airplanes from all over the southwest will visit the beautiful and secluded community of Timberon May 13th-15th. (Alternate weather date is May 20-22, 2011.) Local Timberon pilot Bill Brown and his wife, Bobbie decided to join the NMPA. Last October they attended a “fly-in” the NMPA sponsored in the Gila National Wilderness on a dirt strip called “Negrito airfield”. Bobbie said, “It was great fun, and the priority was the camaraderie between the pilots- they love to sit around and talk “aviation stories” and look at each others aircraft. Sort of like hunters golfers, or fishermen, I think!” Afterwards Bill and Bobbie decided that perhaps it would be a great idea to have a local fly-in to Timberon. Once they decided to host a fly-in, they had to present their idea at the fly-in planning meeting held early each year by answering three basic questions: what, where, and when? It’s pretty much as simple as that! One of their responsibilities was to prepare a combination announcement flyer and registration form The NMPA agreed and a date was tentatively scheduled.

See Fly-in page 5.

Host of this years local fly-in, Bill Brown and his Cessna 180.

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES INvITED TO LOCAL FLY-IN

New Mexico Interactive Plant list

A searchable plant list to encourage water conservation in landscapes is now available on the New Mexico State Engineer’s website. The plant list is an expert-recommended list of low-water use, native, or adaptive plants that thrive in New Mexico’s climate, and that save water. In an effort to instruct New Mexicans in the art of using outdoor water more efficiently, the Office of the State Engineer, in collaboration with the US Bureau of Reclamation, is offering plant information to the public. Several search criteria can be selected including region, plant category, flower color, bloom season, sun exposure, plant size, deciduous/evergreen, water requirement, wildlife attraction, and soil type. “The Interactive Plant List will help people select a plant that is appropriate to specific microclimates. This useful tool prevents costly experiments for home and business owners,” said Water Use and Conservation Bureau Chief John Longworth. A plant list advisory team of volunteers and experts from the Office of the State Engineer, San Juan College, Green Forward Landscape Design, Agua Fria Nursery, Judith Phillips Design Oasis, New Mexico State University, Schultz Communications, University of Texas at El Paso, and a plant expert from Carlsbad Caverns, worked together to compile the information. Plant photographs on the website were provided by High Country Gardens and the Quercus Group. The project was jointly funded by the Office of the State Engineer and US Bureau of Reclamation. To access the plant list on the Office of the State Engineer website, visit --http://wuc.ose.state.nm.us/Plants/

Don’t Tell Anybody, but....by Don Vanlandingham

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Want some exchange of thoughts? I’ve got some food for that this week. I saw in the paper where somewhere in the Northeast there will be a memorial fund raiser in the name of all recent motorcyclists in that area that lost their lives on their bikes. At the risk of sounding as unfeeling as a muddy rock, why? Did these bikers lose their lives while defending their country or while dragging people out of a house fire? Not to my knowledge. But for a few exceptions they died after coming in contact with a vehicle ten times their bike’s size while they were out having their own idea of fun. In most of those instances, if they had been riding in a four wheeled vehicle when the contact occurred, regardless of whose fault it was, they would have survived and in many cases they would have walked away. Choosing to take the public roads on an open two wheel vehicle while huge machines are motoring all around them isn’t noble or even brave. It’s a little nuts. I know. The breeze in your hair, the feeling of freedom and all that makes the danger worth it. Fine, but taking that gamble for the sake of

individual freedom doesn’t make you worthy of some kind of recognition. In my life I have seen people on motorcycles weaving in and out of traffic in a way disobeying all the basic rules of the road. Then, when they lose life or limb in a crash with a car, they are considered the noble victim. If that wasn’t true, why a memorial fund raiser for them? Will the money go to the dead bikers’ wives and kids? If so, I have a suggestion for the name of the fund. It could be called the “What the Hell Were You Thinking?” fund. We all choose ways of life. Some are safer ways than others. Some play golf or tennis or have regular family back yard cook-outs. Some choose more dangerous ways of self-gratification. Some sky dive. Some climb rocks. Some ride over-powered motorized bicycles on roads at 70+ miles per hour shared by vehicles ten to fifty times their size. That doesn’t make them heroes. I’ve been around the bikers that enjoy coming to Cloudcroft mainly in the fall. Many I have talked to agree. These enthusiasts say their riding groups are under strict riding rules. They have to drive defensively because they are at an extreme disadvantage in the event of an

accident. They realize they have to live down the old stigma given bikers by outlaw groups and old movies. Their often unwritten but understood rules include conduct on the road and conduct in each town they visit. Still, I think I’ll just play golf where the most heinous of injuries is a double bogey. One guy (a dentist from Flagstaff ) told me they had to ask one biker in their group to find another riding group when he violated a road rule once too often. “It was hard” the dentist/biker said.“He’s my brother-in-law.”

Don vanlandingham writes a weekly newsletter about life in the Sacramento mountains. You can contact him at [email protected]

Multi-Family Yard Sale

Saturday May 7th, 2011 8-4

The corner of Riverside and Pioneer in Timberon.

New items, slightly used items, hidden treasures. Something for everyone!

All at garage sale prices!

For more information call 575-987-2523.

The T.D.C. meeting scheduled for Saturday, April 9, 2011 was cancelled. Please join them at their next meeting Saturday, May 14th.

visit Timberon and Swim!

Dates: Memorial Day through Labor DayWednesday-Friday: Noon-5pm

Weekends: 11a.m.-5p.m. including holiday Mondays

Rates: $3 per person, or a pass: $20 for 10 swimsBook a private party: for birthdays, reunions, celebrations.

1 Bobwhite Circle, Timberon, NM 88350

Contact: 575-987-2201, Pool : 575-987-2207, E-mail: [email protected] Check www.timberon.org for schedule changes, night swims.

visitors coming this summer need to be aware of changes in the operation because of renovation work on the primary elevator system. Starting May 27, when the park begins the extended summer hours, the latest time that visitors can take the secondary elevators into the cave will be 4 p.m., one hour earlier than normal. Another change to this summer’s schedule is that Slaughter Canyon Cave tours will be offered Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 10 a.m. only, instead of daily.

Paula J. Bauer, Management AssistantCarlsbad Caverns National Park, Office: 575-785-3090

8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 17

Native American Flutist Randy Granger will fill the moonlit night with his unique blend of instruments, interpretation of traditional melodies, and heartfelt music. Join this native New Mexican for a relaxing summer evening.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park

White Sands National Monument Full Moon Nights Summer 2011

MAY’S EvENTS

May 6-7 -- Smokey Bear Days -- Capitan.

May 21-22 -- The Jackhammer bike races. Cloudcroft.

May 28, 29 -- Mayfair. Zenith Park. Cloudcroft. 682-2733.

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Apache Religion

This article is the first in a series on Apache religion as practiced in the 1800s, and does not necessarily reflect current practices or beliefs. The Apache rel igion was polytheistic. They believed that everything, even inanimate things, had a spirit. When bad things happened, it was because you had offended some spirit. This made it very important to not offend anything, and the Apache was constantly concerned about living in harmony with his surroundings. Apaches recognized a supreme deity, Yusn, who created the world with the help of four spirits - Black Water, Black Metal, Black Wind, and Black Thunder. Black Water

gave the earth rivers, and Black Metal gave it mountains. Black Wind breathed life into the earth by causing the wind to blow, and Black Thunder clothed the earth with trees and grass. Yusn was not directly involved in the people’s lives, and nobody knew much about him. In the beginning four monsters (Owl-man Giant, Buffalo Monster, the Eagle Monster family, and Antelope Monster) killed and ate people. Yusn created White Painted Woman, who had two children, Child of Water and Killer of Enemies. Child of Water was conceived in a waterfall when lightning struck four times. When he grew up, he killed the four monsters. Yusn offered White Painted Woman’s children the choice of either a gun or a bow and arrows. Killer of Enemies chose the gun and became the father of the

white-eyes (Anglos). Child of Water got the bow and arrows and became father of the Apaches. White Painted Woman a n d C h i l d o f Wa t e r eventually left the earth and became two of the Apaches most important deities. Before she left, she taught the Apaches how to behave. They should be good, brave, and generous. They should always share with one another and be grateful for what they had. And she established a coming-of-age ceremony for young Apache girls. She said, “When each of your girls has her first period, you are to dress her up pretty and have a big

ceremony for her. It will last four days. During this time she will have my power to bless you and make things go well for you. A girl should keep herself pure for this time and not let any men have her.” After White Painted Woman left, the Apaches became very poor. Yusn took pity on them and told the mountain gods to come out from under the mountains and teach them ceremonies to help them. When Apaches dress up like the Mountain Gods and do the ceremonies, they have the gods’ power. Apaches also believed in a trickster named Coyote. Coyote is their explanation for Murphy’s Law - “if anything can possibly go wrong, it will.” Stories about him were used to teach proper behavior. He was the personification of antisocial habits, one who got into trouble and made himself a laughingstock. For example, he got fire from the firefly “people,” who were its first keepers, and gave it to men, but he nearly burned the whole world doing it. Modern Mescaleros still talk about “doing a little coyote” when they describe a sneaky trick. Finally, Apaches believed in life after death, this time under the earth. It would be just like this life, only without trouble and problems. Things would be like they were

before the coming of the White Men. Wild game would be plentiful, and life would be good. You would live eternally along with all of you ancestors and (eventually) your descendants. People would have the same age and the same body as when they died. That meant that, unfortunately, old people would still be old, and handicapped people would still be handicapped. We will resume summer hours May 1. The museum will be open everyday except Wednesday and Thursday. Hours are 1 to 4 on Sunday and 10 to 4 otherwise. Tours can be arranged by calling the museum at 682-2932. Tours are free, other than regular museum admission. Our historic chapel can be reserved for weddings, and the beautiful chapel and surrounding grounds are particularly well suited for that purpose. We want to hire a part-time office manager for the summer to coordinate our summer special events. Good computer skills are essential. Call the Museum if you are interested. The Old Timers Reunion has been rescheduled to June 4 so it can be part of The Lodge’s centennial celebration. It will begin at noon in the Cloudcroft High School commons area. Activities include a pot-luck meal and entertainment.

Grandma Peggy’s Recipe

Spinach & Sausage Stuffing

1/2# Italian sausage 1 bunch spinach, OR 1 pkg. frozen spinach Salt and Pepper to taste 2 eggs

1/2# ricotta cheese 1 medium diced yellow onion Olive oil for frying

Wash, chop, and quickly fry the spinach in olive oil. Drain. (If using frozen spinach: defrost, drain, and squeeze it dry). Saute sausage with onion until sausage is cooked through. Beat eggs and add to cheese. Mix spinach, salt and pepper, sausage & onion and ricotta mixture together. Place in lightly greased casserole dish and bake 350 until hot. Serve with salad and pork roast.


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HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- The direct correlation between an icon in Americana culture and the airfield that had its World War II effort called "just another training base" might seem a hard reach. However, the convergence of the twain is steeped in historical fact. Today the image of "Rosie the Riveter" is historically synonymous with women in the workplace. The image of Rosie in her overalls and bandana with muscle flexed has appeared on postage stamps, the cover of numerous national magazines, recruiting posters, war bonds advertisements and a Norman Rockwell painting. A whole new generation of Americans has been introduced to Rosie thanks to recording artists such as Pink, Beyonce, and Christina Aguilera striking the pose. And the 49th Wing Public Affairs Office did its part as Senior Airman veronica Stamps recreated the iconic image in recognition of the 2011 Women's History Month. During World War II, as U.S. service men headed off to the shores of islands in the Pacific or

the hedgerows of Europe, more than six mill ion female workers headed to the factories to help build planes, bombs, tanks and other weapons that would ultimately lead to victory on both fronts. Behind slogans and campaigns like "Women at work," "The more women at work, the sooner we win" and "We can do it," women stepped away from traditional domestic jobs to fill in and help "Win The War" by taking on the roles skilled male laborers left behind. Though numerous women have been credited with creating the iconic image, there are two specific ones who are believed to have fostered the image of Rosie - Rosalind P. Walter, who worked on the F4U Corsair fighter, and Rose Will Monroe, who worked on the B-24 and B-29 bombers. "The Rosie character depicted in the widely distributed poster by J. Howard Miller ... was fictional. Mrs. Monroe appeared in a promotional

film for war bonds after Walter Pidgeon, the actor, discovered her at an aircraft parts factory in Ypsilanti, Mich. A real Rosie the Riveter proved too good for the film's producers to res ist ," according to a 1997 New York Times story at the time of Mrs. Monroe's death. The real- l i fe Rosie apparently never took advantage of her fame and remained "a tireless worker after the war" taking on numerous odd jobs before founding her own construction company, Rose Builders.

She serves as a true role model and testament to the "We Can Do It" philosophy. During the early days of World War II, a small southern New Mexico town of merely 4,000 citizens was helping develop a training base, which was called Alamogordo Army Air Field. Though originally designed as a British base, the temperate climate, flat terrain and isolation from large population areas made this an ideal spot for the Army Air Corps to build a bomber training base. The open airspace of 38 miles wide and 64 miles long between the Sacramento, Organ and San Andres Mountains also appeared to be an added bonus for the increased training required by the Army Air Forces. Becoming a "city in the desert" with more than 4,000 officers and enlisted men calling the base home, the sparse facilities soon became overcrowded. During 1942, the base saw more than $4 million spent in construction for housing, operations and infrastructure, while the training tempos increased due to demand on both war fronts. In his book "Just Another Training

Base" retired Master Sgt. Greg Henneman writes, "The airfield served as a training site for 19 bombardment groups and 73 bombardment squadrons flying ... B-24s and B-29s." The historical archive of Holloman Air Force Base is filled with pictures of B-24s and B-29s sitting static on ramps, flying over the small base in formation or crashed on the dusty White Sands. The historical archive of the U.S. is also filled with pictures of Rosie hard at work in the Willow Run Aircraft Factory in Ypsilanti, Mich., skillfully placing rivets in B-24s and B-29s. Though no direct correlation has ever been made to link Rosie with Alamogordo Army Air Field, it would be tough to say that none of those planes Rose Will Monroe helped build, while wearing her overalls with hair up in a bandana and muscles flexing, didn't once fly in the skies over the Tularosa Basin. visit the Holloman website at www.holloman.af.mil, or www.facebook.com/HollomanonFB.

By Arlan Ponder 49th Wing Public Affairs

ROSIE THE RIvETER AND ALAMOGORDO ARMY AIRFIELD

JUSTICE FOR ALL? When reading the crime and punishment section of my local newspaper, I’m continually reminded of the gross inequities inherent in our criminal justice system. virtually every day there are reports of CEOs and directors of major corporations who are charged with fraud and tax evasion -- on a grand scale. More often than not, those charged with such offenses end up making a settlement or plea agreement. Usually, those agreements result in fines and/or monetary settlement of lawsuits that don’t even begin to compensate victims of the crimes. Moreover, having agreed to huge multi-million-dollar

settlements, there is usually a denial that there was any wrongdoing. To add further insult to injury, few are ever incarcerated. If you hold up a convenience store, and you’re caught, you’ll have the cuffs snapped on your wrists, get thrown into the slammer, and almost surely will do time. If you are one of those ‘pillars of society’ who unlawfully drains hundreds of millions from their companies and stockholders, cause job losses in the thousands and financially ruins many lives, you’re more apt to first die from natural causes than you are to spend any time in prison. There seems to be a dual standard of justice in this country when it comes to theft: one for the landed gentry, one for the 'common criminal'. Punishment should be meted out according to the gravity of the crime.

--Paul G. Jaehnert, vadnais Hts., MN


Continued from front page: TIMBERON FLY-IN The NMPA welcomes local children and their families

to come down and visit with the NMPA members and see their airplanes.

Saturday May 14th, 2011

1:00-4:00Timberon Airstrip

PLEASE REMEMBER:LOOK BUT DON’T TOUCH THE AIRPLANES.

The fourteen or so airplanes will begin arriving on the morning of May 13th. The fly-in participants will have the opportunity to partake in the family-oriented activities that Timberon offers including, fishing, golfing, horseback riding, ATv rentals, and hiking. Also, tours are available on Saturday afternoon ($7.00 per person) to tour the nearby Circle Cross Ranch, listed on the National Register of Historic Places (Log onto www.timberon.info for more information) At night they will be camping underneath the stars and the tall pines adjacent to the Sacramento River. Included in the price of their registration is a group dinner Saturday night and a group breakfast Sunday morning catered by one of the local restaurants. volunteers from the Timberon Development Council (TDC) will be available to drive people to and from the restaurants and other activities. Bobbie said, “We are excited about this event and feel it’s great for the community”. Any questions about this event can be sent to the event coordinator Bill Brown at [email protected] or 575-987-2557.

The New Mexico Pilots Association

NMPA is a not-for-profit volunteer organization of pilots and individuals who have an interest in general aviation in New Mexico. This web site provides resources and a forum for members. NMPA sponsors and organizes aviation safety seminars throughout the state, recreational fly-outs, back country fly-ins, and an annual Weekend Mountain Flying Clinic. In 2010, NMPA formed the NM Recreational Aviation Committee (NMRAC) which is dedicated to preserving and expanding back country flying in New Mexico. NMPA keeps abreast of issues, concerns, and events which are of interest to general aviation pilots in the state. NMPA provides proactive leadership within the aviation community and when necessary, takes a stance to protect aviation rights and privileges and keep our airspace as open as possible. NMPA is governed by its Constitution and By-Laws. The officers consist of a president, a vice president, a secretary-treasurer. NMPA holds an annual membership meeting each June when officers are elected. NMPA communicates to members via the web site, ongoing emails and published news in Fly Low magazine. NMPA is an affiliate state member of the United States Pilots Association (www.uspilots.org). NMPA has five NMPA members who are state directors to USPA representing the state at USPA’s Directors’ meetings. All members of NMPA are affiliate members of the U.S. Pilot’s Association.

For further information log onto their website at: www.nmpilots.org/

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The Cessna 180 is a four- or six-seat, fixed conventional gear general aviation airplane which was produced between 1953 and 1981. Though the design is no longer in production, many of these aircraft are still in use as personal aircraft and in utility roles such as bush flying. Cessna introduced the heavier and more powerful 180 as a complement to the Cessna 170. It eventually came to be known as the Skywagon. The prototype Cessna 180, N41697, first flew on May 26, 1952. Cessna engineering test pilot William D. Thompson was at the controls. In all its versions, 6,193 Cessna 180s were manufactured. In 1956, a tricycle gear version of this design was introduced as the Cessna 182, which came to bear the name Skylane. Additionally, in 1960, Cessna introduced a heavier, more powerful sibling to the 180, the conventional gear Cessna 185. For a time, all three versions of the design were in production. The airframe of the 180 is all metal, constructed of aluminum alloy. The fuselage is a semi-monocoque structure, with exterior skin sheets riveted to formers and longerons. The strut-braced wings, likewise, are constructed of exterior skin sheets riveted to spars and ribs. The landing gear of the 180 is in a conventional arrangement, with main gear legs made of spring steel, and a steerable tailwheel mounted on a hollow tapered steel tube. Cessna 180s produced between 1953 and 1963 have two side windows, while 1964 to 1981 models feature three side windows, as they use the

same fuselage as the Cessna 185. 180s can be equipped with floats and skis. The Cessna 180 gained recognition as the aircraft chosen by Geraldine Mock, the first woman pilot to successfully fly around the world. The flight was made in 1964 in her 1953 model, the Spirit of Columbus (N1538C), as chronicled in her book Three-Eight Charlie. The Cessna factory obtained the aircraft and kept it at the Pawnee (Wichita, Kansas) manufacturing plant after the epic flight, suspended from the ceiling over one of the manufacturing lines. It is currently on display at the National Air and Space Museum.

The Cessna 180

Remember to keep our forests safe:Fireworks are always prohibited and illegal on

Federal lands.


“I’M ALRIGHT, THE WORLD’S ALL WRONG.”-Anonymous Timberon Resident

Due to increased fire danger on public lands in Southeastern New Mexico, the decision has been made to enact Stage 2 Fire Restrictions on the Lincoln National Forest. “The 2011 Fire Season is coming into focus as temperatures increase and winds continue to dry out the vegetation. Our concerns and priorities are for public and firefighter safety during elevated fire danger” said Chad Stewart, Lincoln National Forest Fire Staff Officer. “With Stage II fire restrictions in place, along with everyone’s help, we can reduce the threat of fire here in southern New Mexico.”

STAGE 2 FIRE RESTRICTIONS PROHIBITION OF

A. Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire or stove fire, including charcoal fires, unless within a Forest Service developed recreational site where fire rings and grills are provided. This use is limited to campgrounds that are open to the public with a campground host present. Please contact the local unit in

order to determine campground scheduling.

B. Smoking is limited to an enclosed vehicle or a smoking approved building.

C. Possessing, discharging or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device.

D. Welding, or operating acetylene or other torch with open flame.

E. Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained, and in effective working order meeting either the Department of Agriculture, Forest Service Standard 5100-1a; or Appropriate Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE recommended practice J335 (b) and J350 (a); 36 C.R.R. § 261.52(j).

F. Chainsaw use will not be allowed between the hours of 10:00 a.m. through midnight.

People are allowed to use pressurized liquid or gas stoves, lanterns, or space-heating devices provided such devices meet the Underwriters Laboratory (UL) specifications for safety. As always, fireworks are prohibited on all National Forest System lands. For specific information on a particular area, please contact your local Lincoln National Forest or any National Forest office. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO. For current fire restriction information on public lands in the southwest, please call 1-877-864-6985. To contact New Mexico State Forestry, please call (505) 476-3336, open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To report a fire, call (575) 434-2286 or toll free 1-877-695-1663. For fire restrictions and other fire information in New Mexico, log on to http://gacc.nifc.gov/swcc/ or http://www.nmfireinfo.com or http://www.publiclands.org/firenews/NM.php. For more information on the Lincoln National Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/lincoln.

LINCOLN NATIONAL FOREST STAGE II FIRE RESTRICTIONS

After the Wildfire-Hidden Dangers

Drought-like conditions and gusty winds provided perfect conditions for a devastating wildfire in Lincoln County New Mexico on April 3rd, 2011. The fire was reported at approximately 1:30 on Sunday afternoon. Local fire resources quickly responded to the blaze located just east of the village of Ruidoso and north of Ruidoso Downs. Hastily dubbed the “White Fire”, flames roared northeast, fueled by gusty winds. A peaceful Sunday afternoon quickly erupted into panic and chaos as fire spread through the piñon-juniper canyons north of Highway 70 and the Rio Ruidoso. The village of Ruidoso Downs was dangerously close to the south flank of the fire. Humans and livestock

were quickly evacuated. Additional fire resources were ordered, including a Type 2 Incident Management Team. Within hours, the fire consumed everything in its path. The aftermath revealed the loss of five homes and numerous outbuildings. Over the next few days, more than 10,000 acres were burned, including 9,608 acres of National Forest and 753 acres of municipal and private lands. News coverage was abundant - the governor visited and everyone watched anxiously as fire containment percentages increased. Television images of advancing flames and blackened landscapes remind us of the destructive force of wildfires. As time passes, images fade. Then, weeks or months later, precipitation falls, promoting erosion and flooding. Recreation visitors are sometimes caught unaware; perhaps

several miles away from the old burn area. Tragedy strikes and we are once again reminded of the forces of nature as news images portray death and destruction. The “fire-flood cycle” is a phenomenon recognized throughout the west. It results from the loss of vegetation in the water runoff areas (watersheds) to the subsequent rapid runoff and increased sediment being washed downstream. It is one of the hidden threats remaining long after the flames have died down. It is also a phenomenon that will be assessed by the Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) Team. How hot did the fire burn? Can burned soils promote re-vegetation? Was wildlife displaced? Will it come back? Were archaeological sites damaged? What will happen when rains come? Is it safe for me to visit the fire area? These are common concerns after a wildfire. These are questions to be answered by the BAER Team, a team of natural resource specialists assigned to provide a rapid assessment of post-wildfire threats to life, property and natural and cultural resources. The White Fire BAER Team arrived in Ruidoso, the team consists of hydrologists, soil scientists, Geographic Information System (GIS) specialists, archaeologists, botanists, wildlife specialists, road engineers, range scientists, and foresters. They will identify “values at risk” and assess how monsoon rains may affect watershed, fire damage and fire suppression tactics. Mitigation measures may include, but are not limited to: heli-mulching, seeding, straw wattles, installation of safety signage, culvert cleanout/replacement, and/or area closures. BAER team leader Mike Natharius said he anticipates the assessment will be completed soon. Findings will be presented to the Lincoln National Forest with recommended treatments. Natharius emphasized, “Although treatments may be implemented on the White fire, areas below the burned area are still likely to experience increased sedimentation and high flows”. The White Fire BAER Team is headquartered at the Smokey Bear Ranger District in Ruidoso and welcomes collaboration with other agencies and local officials.


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What is a Campground Host? - Marcie Kelton Campground hosts are volunteers that represent the Forest Service; they greet visitors, provide information, and help with the daily maintenance needed to provide a safe and clean experience for the visiting public. Specifically, campground hosts:

Offer explanation of regulations, such as the campground fee system, and answer questions on local attractions, activities, and current road and trail conditions. Perform minor maintenance on campground facilities i.e. thinning, pruning or pulling vegetation. Refer visitors who need help to the proper forest officer. Participate in interpretive programs and maintain bulletin boards. Perform limited campsite cleaning by picking up litter in and around campsites or picnic sites, along roadways, pathways and in parking lots. Clean fire rings and restrooms. Open and close gates daily. Monitor use of trails, trailheads, campsites and picnic sites. Other necessary duties as assigned.

Hosts are required to be on site five days per week, especially on the weekends and busy holidays. The most important job as a campground host is to provide an enjoyable camping experience for the public. The host is the first and sometimes the only contact with campground users. Recreation

hosts represent and are the “eyes and ears” of the Forest Service. Phones or portable radios are provided to contact police for help or in case of emergencies. The host is expected to set a good example by role modeling a clean and uncluttered living site. Enjoy working positively with the public, being visible and be neat in appearance. Commit to volunteering fulltime for dates specified. Maintain a valid driver's license. Commit to volunteering fulltime for dates specified. Agree to a background check as hosts handle sensitive information, have access to police frequencies on radio, and in some cases handles cash. Provide own self-contained living unit.

What sort of people become Campground Hosts? Although hosts are of different ages and backgrounds, they are friendly, cooperative, and like to help others. They enjoy the outdoors, are experienced campers with a wealth of knowledge to share and are eager to learn and share knowledge about their forest area. A host must be at least 18 years of age and supply their own camper, trailer, etc. Most hosts are retired persons who enjoy spending their summers in the mountains. They are usually unpaid and act as campground hosts because of a love for the forest and enjoy

interacting with people. The satisfaction of helping both the National Forest and its visitors is a host's greatest reward. By their presence, hosts minimize vandalism, thereby saving the taxpayer many dollars in upkeep and property damage. There is no substitute for the personal touch that makes a camper feel welcome and at home. Who else can inform a visitor where the best hiking spot is, or who built the trestle at the end of the trail? Hosts meet visitors from all walks of life and often fellow campers become lasting friends. Many hosts return to the same campground year after year, sharing stories of new grandchildren, winter activities and old memories. To find out more information on becoming a host or volunteer, please contact Marcie Kelton, Recreation Staff, Sacramento Ranger District, 575-682-2551.

The Sacramento District Review

This is part one of four that will cover different aspects of the timber industry in the Sacramento Mountains. Imagine your great great grandparents looking westward, dreaming of mountains filled with trees, anxious to start a new life. These were the hopes and dreams of settlers moving into southern NM. The

people that settled the mountains were a hardy group that endured cold hard winters because they lived amidst a tranquil beauty that can’t be found anywhere else. These folks were an independent lot that weren’t afraid of working hard and getting dirty. They chose to work in the woods because of the freedom it gave them to raise a family and make a living at something they enjoyed. Smelling the fresh pine resin of newly felled timber is an aroma that beckons loggers to the woods day in and day out. The character of the men and women that call the forest their office hasn’t changed since the profession began. The science of forestry has also evolved over time. Early foresters would measure trees and core trees to understand how fast they grew, and sell the larger trees to the saw mills. As time went on forestry evolved and management

practices changed. There was a lot of trial and error associated with different ideas of how to grow trees faster on diverse landscapes. Because the pace of science continues to escalate, Foresters have become Ecologists in order to understand how organisms interact with each other. The history of logging has always been driven by supply and demand and has been resilient through time to changing politics, market swings, technology, and the ever rising cost of staying in business. The local economy was transformed from primarily frontier farming and ranching to a capital-intensive industrial base. During this time the tourist and resort business also flourished. Railroad construction required vast amounts of timber for trestles, crossties, buildings, culverts, water tanks, and cooling chutes, and for the general upkeep and maintenance of the system. Mining companies in the area also required a large quantity of timber for underground supports and material-handling structures, both above and below the surface. Small saw mills sprang up across the Sacramento Mountains to supply the influx of settlers rough lumber to build homes, barns, and outbuildings. (Next month...Logging Companies and Their Products.) By Mickey Mauter

Early Logging on the Sacramento Mountains


Dangerous Dogs

In the past few months, several Timberon residents have called local authorities regarding pitbull terrier dogs roaming the area. Pit bull terriers and Rottweilers together appear to commit about two-thirds of the reported serial attacks on humans, and more than three-fourths of the rampage attacks. Serial attacks are defined as instances of a dog injuring someone after having injured a person or an animal on a previous occasion. About 5% of the dogs involved in life-threatening or fatal attacks on humans, or shot by police while attacking, had attacked a person or killed a pet on an earlier occasion. Among the 59 dogs who flunked a second chance after biting a person or killing a pet were 28 pit bulls (48%), 10 Rottweilers (17%), and 21 dogs of 10 other breeds. The risk associated with giving pit bulls a second or third chance would be even greater if pit bull advocates are correct in asserting that pit bulls are more likely than other breeds to be killed after their first violent incident--which would mean that relatively few pit bulls get further chances, and that those who do are among the dogs considered least likely to be genuinely dangerous. However, the rates of flunking second and third chances among pit bulls, Rottweilers, and other breeds were all closely comparable to their overall rates of involvement in life-threatening incidents, fatalities, and police shootings of dogs. This suggests that neither pit bulls nor Rottweilers are subject to statistically quantifiable discrimination in deciding which dogs get extra chances. Rampage attacks are defined as instances of a dog attacking multiple

people or animals during a single incident. No dog smaller than a boxer was involved in a rampage attack, possibly because small dogs are more easily restrained after attacking their first victim. Fatal attacks committed by pit bulls and their mixes more than doubles the attacks by rottweilers. It is well documented that pit bulls pose substantial danger directly due to their selective breeding for dogfighting. Unlike other dog breeds, pit bulls frequently fail to communicate intention prior to an attack (surprise attacks); they possess a lethal bite style (hold and shake) and a ruinous manner of attack (gameness).

Reporting a Dangerous Dog Many people are unaware that one does not have to wait for a "bite" to report a threatening (menacing), loose or stray dog. Many attacks occur due to this lack of understanding. Always report problem dogs to The Otero County Animal Control (575) 439-4300 or The Otero County Sheriff's department (575) 437-2210. If that dog ends up biting and seriously hurting a person, but there is no documented paper trail behind it, authorities will have their hands tied and the victim may have no recourse for medical expenses. If the dog owner lives on a rental property, it is beneficial to send a certified letter asking the landlord to ensure that proper containment infrastructure is installed and that the dog is declared on the renter's insurance policy. This act normally places the landlord into the "liability equation" and motivates him to take care of the situation. Cell phone photographs and video of the dog's behavior can be sent as supporting evidence to show that an attack situation is imminent.

When reporting a dog bite -- defined as the "breaking of the skin" -- anticipate the dog owner to plead with you not to. Many dog owners do not want that "first bite" on record and may offer you a "home nurse" solution. Do not accept. Proceed directly to a hospital, tell the doctor you have a dog bite, which should trigger a formal bite report (what the dog owner hoped to avoid), and receive proper dog bite medical treatment.

AMENDED ORDINANCE NO. 95-08

AN ORDINANCE REPEALING PREvIOUS ORDINANCES PERTAINING TO ANIMAL CONTROL AND PROvIDING FOR COUNTY POWERS OvER ANIMALS RUNNING AT LARGE; ENFORCEMENT, SEIZURE AND IMPOUNDMENT; AND IMPOSING OF PENALTIES FOR vIOLATIONS OF THIS ORDINANCE.

SECTION 2. ANIMALS RUNNING AT LARGE: Any animal “running at large” shall subject the animal to seizure and impoundment. Any animal so seized and impounded shall be subject to impoundment regulations and procedures at the facility utilized by the Otero County Sheriff’s Office.

APPROvED AND ADOPTED by the Otero County Board of Commissioners this 22 day of July, 1996.

To see the entire ordinance log on to: www.co.otero.nm.us/Ordinances/English/95-01.pdf

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Phone 575-987-2372 NM LIC # 30323

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If you’ve been unable to get private health insurance because of an illness or disability, you may now have an answer to your dilemma. The Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan, created as part of last year’s Affordable Care Act, is making health care coverage available to people who couldn’t buy or afford it because they have a pre-existing medical condition. As many as 7 million Americans, including 56,070 uninsured New Mexico residents with pre-existing conditions, may be eligible for the new insurance. The federal government and individual states are administering the PCIP’s, as they’re called. The publicly funded PCIP program has been designed to help the uninsured until 2014, when the Affordable Care Act will begin requiring the private insurance industry to cover people despite their pre-existing illnesses or disabilities. The new plans are an alternative to the high-risk pools that many states now offer to people locked out of the insurance market. The PCIP’s have lower premiums, and they require no waiting period for the coverage of pre-existing

conditions. The PCIP program will improve the health care of the previously uninsured, help them become more self-sufficient and ease the financial burden on the health care professionals and facilities that have had to provide uncompensated care. If this new insurance program sounds intriguing, here’s what you’ll need to know to decide whether it’s the right fit for your individual needs. Who’s eligible? You need to meet three requirements: You must be a New Mexico resident and a U.S. citizen or legal resident. You must have a pre-existing condition. And you must have been uninsured for at least the last six months. Your income isn’t a factor in determining eligibility.

What’s covered? The New Mexico Medical Insurance Pool runs the PCIP program in this state. As in all states, the PCIP provides comprehensive coverage,

paying for primary and specialty care, hospital stays, skilled nursing care, home health care and prescription drugs. The coverage comes at the same price that healthy people pay for individual insurance policies. And if you have a limited income and qualify for New Mexico’s premium assistance program, you’ll pay a reduced monthly rate.

What’s the cost? You may choose from three coverage options, with annual deductibles of $500, $1,000 or

$2,000. After your deductible, your out-of-pocket costs for most services will be 20 percent of your charges. Your yearly out-of-pocket maximum will be $2,500 or $3,500 for medical care and $2,450 or $2,950 for prescription drugs, based on the plan you pick. The monthly premium for the $500 deductible plan ranges from $140 to $596, depending on your age. For the $1,000 deductible plan, the premium is $124 to $534. And for the $2,000 deductible plan, it’s $112 to $479. To find out more about the new insurance options available in New Mexico, visit the New Mexico Medical Insurance Pool’s website, at www.nmmip.org, and look at the side-by-side comparison of the three choices. Or call 1-877-573-3676 with your questions.

How can you apply? You can download an application at www.nmmip.org or request one by calling 1-877-573-3676. Complete the form and mail it, with a check for the first month’s premium, to: New Mexico Medical Insurance Pool, P.O. Box 27049, Albuquerque, NM 87125-7049. To prove you have a pre-existing condition, you’ll need a signed physician’s statement, or a denial letter from an insurance company for individual coverage, or an offer of individual coverage that says your illness or disability won’t be covered if you purchase the policy. If you’ve thought you were out of options and out of luck because of a medical condition, you owe it to yourself to consider this insurance. Assuming you’re eligible, your coverage will start several weeks after the PCIP has received your completed application and all required documents. By BOB MOOS/Southwest public affairs officer/Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

UNINSURED NEW MEXICO RESIDENTS HAvE A NEW OPTION

Almost $1 Million for Ben Archer Health Center The Ben Archer Health Center will receive $984,209 as part of continued funding to provide primary medical, behavioral health and dental care services in Northern

Doña Ana, Sierra, Otero and Luna Counties. The funding is made possible through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration to assist the community health care center in continuing to offer comprehensive primary health care services to a medically underserved area. “Community health centers like Ben Archer should be commended for their work in providing primary and preventative care to our rural and medically underserved communities. The center provides a long list of services to those who may need it most,” Udall said. Ben Archer Health Center has been providing primary care services in southern New Mexico since 1971. They provide a range services including primary, prenatal, gynecological, dental, pharmaceutical care. In addition they offer mental health and substance abuse services.

“It's that time of year again”

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Saturday July 2, 2011 7a.m. to 10a.m.

The parade starts at 11a.m.

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WeedIf You’re Lucky Enough to Live in the Mountains, You’re Lucky Enough!

below are articles taken out of “The hitchin’ post” from weed, new Mexico. You can find the full version on the internet at www.mountain-times.net, under Weed. You can also drive to Weed and grab a couple of copies. Editor - Patsy Ward.

Weed, New Mexico

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1403 James Canyon Highway, Cloudcroft

Sympathy & Prayers to:...the family and friends of Jerry Carpenter who lost his battle with cancer on April 2 in Louisiana. Survivors include his loving wife of 55 years, Mary Ann; daughters Donna, Sylvia, and Tyrella; sister, Kathy; nine grandchildren; and ten great grandchildren. Services were held in Kinder, LA on April 6.

Happy Anniversary to:...Terry & Marie Rodgers: 5...Dan & Mary Simmons: 19...Jeff & Louise Winkel: 21...James & Mary Lou Otts: 23...Craig & Pat Foster: 27...Ken & Pat Hammett: 28...Roland & Becky Cummings: 30...Ken & Kathy Baker: 31

Happy Birthday to:Joe Wilmeth-1Lane Waldrop-7Christa Joy-8Lester Burton-9Pansy Northrip-12Charlotte Gage-18Katherine Stephenson: Joey Hicks-19Barbara Schuessler-22Brenna Parker-26Pat Manning-27Obie Manning-29Evie Jo Miller-Traywick: Joanne Ashley-31

Get Well Wishes & Prayers to:...Kay Hudman...Karla Lewis, lung transplant...Floyd Nelson, heart by-pass surgery...Elaine Wright’s 94-year-old father who had surgery to repair a very bad femur break after falling. At the time of surgery, the doctors gave

him a 50/50 percent of surviving due to his age and frailty.. . . C h u c k K o m r a u s , c a t a r a c t surgery

Congratulations to:...our graduating seniors: Lauren Comino and James Hibbard....proud grandparents Dulaney & Susan Barrett on the birth of their new granddaughter, Katherine "Kate" Elizabeth Neill, born April 4, 2011 at 11:47 a.m. in Albuquerque. She was 8 lbs 3.2 oz and 21 inches long. Proud parents are Cari Barrett Neill and Jeffrey Neill.

Kudos to:...Janet Cliff for the excellent job she has done, and is doing, spearheading the Food for Firefighters program in the Weed/Sacramento area.

Dates to RememberMay 3 - vFD meeting, 7 p.m.May 8 - Mother’s DayMay 21 - Armed Forces Day (USA)May 28 - Graduation party for Lauren CominoMay 30 - Memorial DayMay 31 - Community Mtg., 6 p.m. new school kitchen

WEED COMMUNITY LIBRARYJoyce Komraus, Library Director

The Weed Community Library, after being open for 10 years, is closing. I wish to thank all the volunteers who assisted in its operation and they are many: From Ken Hammett for building shelves; Kathy and Barbara for helping cataloging and sorting; Francis & H.B. Newell and Mike Hernandez who donated their

time and effort to keep it open; Tom Ward; Sylvia Bell for donating chairs, playhouse, stuffed animals, and other miscellaneous children’s items; and to all of you who donated books and other items. I know there are many others who assisted and I thank all of you. To those of you who have a Weed Library Card, your card is still “Good” at the Michael Nivison

Public Library. It is time to do other things and this is OK. There are many other great books out there in “Bookland” – so many books to read and not enough time. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call and ask me. You can call me at home (687-2308) or at the Library (682-1111) or email me at [email protected]. Thank you one and all!

MARvIN’S MOUNTAIN MEMO…

The Myers & Tork families arrived at Bonita vista on Saturday, April 9, to a wintry looking valley. Temperatures have ranged from a cold 15 degrees to around 60 during the day. The valley is brown weeds and grass, with sprouts of green beginning to show. All the aspens, oaks and other normally green trees are showing a tinge of spring green. The apple trees have mostly blossomed and greened. This past weekend, started the spring turkey hunting season – camouflaged people, vehicles and guns are everywhere. There’s a bountiful supply of turkeys, and we are awakened many mornings with males and females calling each other. The forest is extremely needy for moisture and no rainfall in the last 78 days. Things are very dusty, windy and dry, causing many allergies. We are praying for lots of rain and warmer weather. Our valley shows lots of spring water and a full lake. A few rainbow trout are breaking water, but the extreme cold weather (-29 degrees below) of this past winter may have taken many of our smaller fish. When the weather is warmer, we plan to fish some. For the past 12 days, we have had sunny days, blue skies, and high winds. Last night was an extraordinary full moon, appearing above the big the meadow. The Forest Service has issued highly restrictive fire measures for

residents, ATv riders and visitors. Thanks to the Torks, we are getting our cabin operational, cleaning, repairing, and playing lots of 42. We will be in and out of Rv during the next four months, and hope our paths will cross soon. Blessings and peace for you and your family. - Marvin & vern Myers

TRIvIA ABOUT MOTHERS

There are 84 million mom’s in the U.S. The youngest mother on record was Lina Medina, who delivered a 6½-pound baby boy by cesarean section in Lima, Peru in 1939, at the age of 5 years and 7 months. The odds of a woman delivering twins is 1-in-33. Her odds of having triplets is approximately 1-in-539. August is the most popular month in which to have a baby. K e nt u c k y h a s t h e h i g h e s t percentage of women who are mothers at 67%. The national average is 57%. About 4 million women will have babies this year. The median age of a woman giving birth for the first time in the U.S. is 24.8. Daughters keep in closer contact with their mothers than do sons. (Pew Research) There are more phone calls made on Mother’s Day than on any other day of the year. (Pew Research) The number of people calling their moms on Mother’s Day has declined in recent years due to e-mail and other electronic means of communication. While nearly 80 percent of Americans will buy a card for mom this year, 83 percent of the cards will be purchased by daughters. Mother’s Day is the third-largest card-sending holiday. Mother’s Day is the busiest day of the year for restaurants.

Happy Mother’s Day!

16th Annual Weed Bluegrass FestivalWeed Community Center

July 16, 2011, 8:30 a.m. - TBAJuly 17, 9 a.m., short devotional service, Gospel music

Featured Bands: Blue Sky Country; Coyote Crossing Bluegrass; Duke City Swamp Coolers; Muddy River;

Simple Gifts; Texas Country; vintage

Adults $12 - Children under 12 Free

On-site transportation; concession stand and craft spaces available. Guest bands welcome.

MOUNTAIN TIMES - AUGUST 2010 ISSUE 1-575-987-2523 PAGE 12 MOUNTAIN TIMES - MAY 2011 ISSUE 1-575-987-2523

TIMBERON BAPTIST CHAPEL

Sunday Morning Bible Study 9:45 a.m.Sunday Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m.Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 2:00

Pastor Bro. Frank Hodnett Church Telephone: 575-987-2470

THE LADIES BIBLE STUDY Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at the Chapel.

Youth Group (ages 13+) Sundays 5 p.m.To Request Prayer:

[email protected]

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Ladies Day Out(Covered Dish Luncheon)

The Timberon Baptist Chapel is sponsoring a “Ladies Day Out” on the 2nd Friday of each month. The purpose of this luncheon is to promote fellowship and friendships. It is also an excellent way to get to know your neighbors. We encourage all ladies, and especially those who are new to the community, to join us and help build a spirit of unity and cooperation. Oh yes, let’s not forget to kick back, relax, and have FUN. The next meeting will be May13, 11:00 a.m., Timberon Baptist Chapel.

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Timberon Unit 10, Block 105, Lot 34$59,900.00O wner Financing Avai lable, Al l Terms Negotiable 1985 site built home with 864. sq.ft. located on 1/2 acre +/- with circle drive. This home was just remodeled. Two beds, 1 full bath. Large open living room, dining room and kitchen. Laminate wood flooring throughout the home.

Timberon Unit 7, Block 80, Lot 38A replat with home, $239,500.00 Beautiful two story Home 2,352. sq. ft. It is located on 3.2 acres. Beautiful hard wood floors. Lower floor; living room with brick fireplace, kitchen/dining area, powder room (1/2 bathroom) and laundry room with door opening into 2-car garage. Upper Floor; Has a large landing area. All bedrooms open off the landing area and a full bath. Master bedroom with 3/4 bathroom and sitting/or could be office area with French doors opening on to upper deck. The 2 extra bedrooms with French doors opening on to sun room/game room. Partial furnished.Owner Financing Available with large down.

Timberon Unit 8, Block 95, Lot 10/home $47,000.00 1978 double wide mobile home 960 sq.ft. 2 beds, 1 full bath and 3/4 bath off master bedroom, with central heat. Front deck is 10'x 20' This home is located on .502 ac +/- with beautiful Ponderosa Pines. All major appliances will sell with the home.. New vinyl flooring throughout with nice metal roof.

Timberon Unit 3, Block 58, Lot 22 & Lot 23/home $65,800.00 1975 double wide mobile home1318 sq.ft. 2 beds, 2 full baths, fireplace, and central heat.Located on .505 ac +/- with an extra (lot 22) .505ac+/- a total of one acre +/- with beautiful Ponderosa Pines. Home is furnished. Possible Owner Financing.

Timberon Golf Course Unit 5, Block 15, Lot 3 $84,900.00 1981 Cameo, double wide mobile home with a metal roof. 3 bed, plus office or extra bedroom, 2 full baths, fireplace, central heat and wall propane heater. 1350 sq.ft. Front and back covered decks Back deck has a hot tub. Double metal carport, 12' x 16' storage building and 16' x 24' workshop. Located on .539 ac +/- Possible Owner Financing with large down.

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