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Features18 The 24 Club sponsors its Second

Annual Builder’s Series Home Tour andSilver City Life highlights a few enticingfeatures of these showcase homes.

26 Michael Metcalf reflects on the supportand volunteer efforts required to finishand erect his 30-foot high twin sculpturesin Albuquerque.

29 David Lopez, Tom Laws and JimRedford are among those striving to fillthe need for critical professional servicesin Silver City and the surrounding region.

43 Keeping a Rural CommunitySupplied is a challenging job and Silver City Life chased down four individuals who made the commitment.

The SourceS3 Area AttractionsS4 MapS20 Galleries & ShoppingS31 Historic DowntownS32 Dining OutS40 At Your ServiceS44 Quick FactsS46 Salons & SpasS48 Area Events. The schedule

from July through December

Our CoverA luxury forest cabin abovePinos Altos is included on the24 Club Home Tour. MartinWright of Outback, Inc. paidclose attention to detail in thedesign and construction ofthis elegantly simple home.

Contents

Depar tments12 Advertisers Index.

14 New Faces in Business

16 Investing. James Edd Hughs and KevinThompson share tips from Edward Jones.

24 Out & About. Snapshots of recent localevents.

36 Medical. Alexis Harsh opens a local door-way to the popular opportunities providedby Topically Injectible Medicine procedures.

48 Microchip Your Pet. Keeping your bestfriend safe.

48 Happy Endings. Happy endings for dogsand cats.

50 Outdoors. Dog Packing with DutchSalmon.

52 Summer Birding. With resident expertsGene Lewis and Dr. Dale Zimmerman.

54 Health & Wellness. Super Salve naturalhealing products.

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Joseph BurgessVice President

Photo Journalist Arlyn Cooley

Staff AccountantLynn Janes

Brett FerneauLeAnne KnudsenTamara ManningAdvertising SalesJoseph BurgessJudy DouBrava

Brett FerneauJames Edd Hughs

Eugene LewisM. H. “Dutch”

SalmonKevin Thompson

Pat YoungContributing Writers

Joseph BurgessPhotography except

where creditedHarry Benjamin

Denise Tracy-CowanJudy DouBrava

Alexis HarshLynn Janes

Michael MetcalfBob Pelham

M.H.“Dutch”Salmon

Debra SuttonDale & Marian

ZimmermanContributing

PhotographersTerri MengesDebra Sutton

DesignersAnna Davis

AdministrativeAssistant

Melanie ZipinProduction Assistant

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Judy DouBrava is alocally well-known cos-metologist and annualculinary contributor toChocolate Fantasia.Other interests includewriting, photographyand the ethical treat-ment of animals. She

lives in Silver City with her husband Jesse andtheir dogs Spot and Jack.

Dr. Dale A. Zimmer-man is an ornithologist,botanist, naturalist andProfessor Emeritus ofBiology at WNMU,where he taught for 31 years. He is also a recognized bird illustrator, nature pho-

tographer and author with field experience onevery continent.

Dutch Salmon is a former correspondentfor the AlbuquerqueJournal and the authorof seven books, includ-ing Gila Rising and therecently publishedCountry Sports. Helives near the Gila

Wilderness with his wife Cherie and son Bud.

Brett Ferneau and hiswife LeAnne Knudsenrelocated to the SilverCity area three and ahalf years ago fromSanta Fe. They live nearSanta Rita, where Brettis a lieutenant in the vol-unteer fire department.The couple has two

mammoth saddle donkeys, Frosty and Aspen.

Eugene Lewis beganserious birding in east-ern Kansas in the1950s, eventually roam-ing the entire state inhis pursuit of the avianspecies. Upon retire-ment in 1991 he movedto Silver City, where he

has continued his lifelong quest.

Pat Young lives withher husband Jeff in themountains above theMimbres Valley wherethey hand-built their loghome. The retired journalist has writtenfor numerous publica-tions. She currently

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KATHLEEN INIGUEZ. “Belleza Salon andTanning is an upscale salon with a little of every-thing to offer,” says owner Kathleen Iniguez.“Belleza was an appropriate extension of our suc-cessful physical therapy and fitness centers. It’s afull-service hair salon, with juice and latte bar andprovides spray-on tanning and beds and aquamassage. Facials and body waxing are coming thisfall. Belleza carries Youngblood Mineral Cosmeticsand will begin selling Mexican fountains and wallfountains.” Kathleen states, “We have a profes-sional staff and the latest in spa equipment, but I

just want people to feel comfortable here, knowing they are in goodhands.” Contact Belleza Salon at 575-388-2900.

DEBORAH CILENTO-FORAN. “Chino FederalCredit Union has redirected its membership effortstoward becoming a more viable aspect of the com-munities it serves,” states CEO and GeneralCounsel Deborah Cilento-Foran. Deborah came toNew Mexico from Maryland but traces her Spanishancestry back to a 1790 San Carlos, Arizona censusand originally back to Northwest Spain. “We are acommunity credit union and are striving to developa stronger community appeal.”

Deborah has three step-daughters and lives inDeming with her husband and two dogs. She is a

member of the New Mexico Bar as well as the District of Columbia Bar.You can contact Chino Federal Credit Union at 575-388-2511.

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VICTOR NWACHUKU, MD andYVETTE ROMERO, RN. HorizonHome Health helps rural and bed-riddenpeople requiring some level of medicalattention, but not hospitalization. “Ourgoal,” states Yvette Romero, “is to helppeople achieve greater independenceand frequently to simply get well enoughfor physical therapy.”

Yvette, a Silver City native, earned her degree as an RN from WNMUNursing School and has home health experience. She is a partner andalso serves as administrator. Victor Nwachuku, MD and senior partner isoriginally from Nigeria, graduated from Cal State University andJefferson Medical School in Philadelphia. “We provide medical care,occupational therapy and dispense medication.” 575-388-1801


JAY HEMPHILL. When I drove over theBlack Range to check out WNMU, I knewthis was the place,” states Jay Hemphill, co-owner of Gila Hike & Bike. Jay arrived fromKansas to finish his degree on a tennis schol-arship. “I wanted to locate in a mountainousregion and the Gila was perfect.” Jay wasworking in a Kansas bicycle shop when hewas bit by the “bicycle bug.” Gila Hike &Bike is a full service shop for back-packing,hiking and biking, both road and mountain.“We carry the major brands and our employ-ees know what gear works in the Gila.”

Contact Gila Hike & Bike at 575-388-3222.

CRAIG MARTIN. “Our most popularproduct is still our high quality ice cream,”says Schwan’s driver Craig Martin. Craigdelivers to Hurley, Santa Clara, parts ofArenas Valley, Tyrone, White Signal andpoints west.

Craig attended Fresno State and worked inthe restaurant business for 15 years. “Whilewe were still in California, I found an openingwith Schwan’s and was able to transfer toSilver City to be closer to my in-laws. Since Istop by to see my customers every twoweeks, I tell them that they see more of me

than they do their families. They appreciate good service.” You can con-tact Craig at 575-519-8297.

VICTOR NWACHUKU, MD;CHINONYEREM OSUAGWU,MD; GAIL STAMLER, CNM.Cassie Health Center for Women wasestablished to provide services forwomen from early teens throughmenopause. Senior partner VictorNwachuku, MD, has practiced in Silver

City since 2000. Chinonyerem Osuagwu, MD, recently joined the practiceafter serving his residency in New York City. He commented on the friend-liness of Silver City people and how different it is to know your neighbors.Gail Stamler, CNM (certified nurse-midwife) has been part of the local com-munity since 1980. "There is a shortage of women's health servicesthroughout rural America," Gail relates. "Silver City is fortunate to have theCenter." 575-388-1561



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• Individual salary and that of a spouse,if applicable

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Can I Get There?Based on your current situation, futureincome requirements and risk tolerance,your financial advisor can help you cre-ate and implement a strategy. He or shealso can help you decide how much tosave monthly or annually to work towardyour goals.1

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24ClubHome Tour24ClubHome Tour

WRITTEN BY PAT YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOE BURGESS

top: The McDaniel home in Silver City’s HistoricDistrict was originally constructed by Ernest andMinnie Brumback around 1906, with a recent addi-tion by RS Bigelow Construction. Ernest managedthe Silver City Independent at the turn of the lastcentury. above: The McDaniels carefully protectedthe charm of the original kitchen and adjacent din-ing area. right, top: Syzygy tile highlights the newbathroom on the lower level. The floor is kept warmin winter months by solar-heated water panels onthe roof. right, bottom: The stairway from the newfamily room to the new lower level master bedroomand bath parallels the original 1906 block founda-tion visible at the bottom right corner of the photo. Twenty four women banded

together to serve those left at homewhen area men were called to serve inWWII. More than 65 years later, homeand community still play major rolesin 24 Club tradition.

The service organization has host-


4bme Tour4bme Tour

right: The oriental-style dining nook atthe Hansen home in Dos Griegosincludes an indoor fountain and opensup onto a patio and outdoor fountainarea. Built by Chavez Construction,the Tuscany-style design lends itselfwell to an extensive collection of orien-tal/Hawaiian art and artifacts. right, bottom: The large richly-decoratedbedroom also opens up onto thepatio/fountain area. top: Dishwashingwith an unobstructed view of the vastGila National Forest and wildernessarea, might even entice the man of thehouse to contribute to householdchores. above: The Jacuzzi/showerarea of the Hansen home provides acontinuation of the home’s rich orientalart motif.

ed home tours since the early 1980’s to raise fundsfor local endeavors including Western New MexicoUniversity scholarships. Two years ago, the tour tookon another dimension when it became the Builders’Home Tour.

“We try to have something for everyone,” 24 Clubpresident Karen Dunn says. “The tour offers a chanceto see what the builders have to offer.”

This year’s tour on June 8 was no exception. “Itwas a nice mix of homes,” says 24 Club memberSandy Moore.

left: The cabin built on a hillside above Pinos Altos by MartinWright of Outback, Inc. has a no-maintenance exterior. Thelong structure is anchored snugly to the slope of the moun-tain and provides maximum access to great forest andmountain vistas. left, bottom: The bedroom opens up to animpressive covered balcony and the hardwood floor visible inthis image extends throughout the house. top: Thekitchen/dining/living area provides a comfortably large openspace in the center of the structure, warmed physically by afireplace and architecturally by a beautiful tongue and grooveceiling. above: The large covered balcony/patio area stretch-es around two sides of the building and offers spectacularviews across forested land toward Signal Peak.

For a $15 donation, participants toured twobeautifully remodeled Historic District homes,three newer homes north of Silver City, and a get-away cabin in Pinos Altos. During the tour, partic-ipants enjoyed a tea house reception at LegacyLighting, 1304 N. Hudson in Silver City.

One of the Historic District homes was theMcDaniel home. Originally built in 1906 as a redbrick bungalow, this home has morphed into aspacious residence with recent addition by RSBigelow Construction, Inc. Bigelow, in businessfor 25 years, says he is incorporating more greenproducts and solar in his work.


right: The Bilant home built by MGDominguez Construction on North Swan pro-vides a comfortable setting for entertaining,pursuing personal projects or just kickingback. Dining with a view and a bright interiorthroughout the home gives the appearance ofa much larger structure. bottom, right:Abundant light also fills the master bedroomand there are ample opportunities for exqui-site accents. top: A large patio and gardenarea and the use of cabana fans insure con-tinued outdoor activities throughout thewarmer months. above: An intriguing kitchendesign services both the living and diningareas of the Bilant home.

“The new addition blends with the old,” McDanielsays. SYZYGY Tile Works created beautiful hand-made tile for this home.

The Pritikin Historic District home, a cozy stuccowith secluded backyard, simple lines and purple pick-et fence, was remodeled by Lozoya Construction, inbusiness for 30 years.

“The home had so much potential,” Pritikin says,adding that Manuel Lozoya was very receptive toher ideas.

24 Club past president and interior designerChristine Rickman assisted with interior colors thatshowcase Pritikin’s artwork.


top: The Pritikin home in the Historic District was remod-eled by Lozoya Construction. The purple picket fencefirst grabs your attention, but a closer look reveals adelightful sculpture garden and interior color schemesthat provide rich backgrounds for an impressive collec-tion of artwork. The perceptive influence of interiordesigner Christine Rickman is evident throughout.above: Simple lines and hardwood floors lead to ele-gance through every doorway. left, top: The right combi-nation of color, cabinets and a friendly companion warmany kitchen setting. left, bottom: Attention to detail turnsa small bathroom into a subject for conversation.

AThe Bilant home north of town was

constructed by MG DominguezConstruction, in business for 22 years.

With an inviting entry, corbelsand wood columns, Bilant describesthe home as “our little casita.” Thehome features a huge backyardpatio, gardens and cabana fans.

Kristi and Rick Dunn of Dunn’sNursery, offering landscaping for anyorder, also sponsored this home.

The Hansen home was construct-ed by Chavez Construction, in busi-ness for over 20 years.

Hansen says the Tuscany stylehome has a Hawaiian influence,complete with eclectic fountains. Aspacious master suite highlightsthe home.

The Elliot home was constructedby Timberland Construction. OwnerErnie Terrazas started his businesshere in 1996. His wife, Rosa, saysthe Elliots were visiting in DosGriegos when they spotted this ter-ritorial style stucco home and “fell inlove with it.”

Adramatic entry showcasesthis residence, also sponsored onthe tour by 1st New Mexico Bank.

The Pinos Altos cabin, featuringcovered decks with spectacularviews, tongue-in-groove ceilings,hardwood floors and a no-mainte-nance exterior, was constructed byMartin Wright of Outback, Inc. Thename comes from his Australianroots. Wright says he has built every-where in the area since 1996. Headds that Mastercraft Metals, Inc,Blackhawk SW Inc, and CVR Electricalso sponsored this home.

“The whole community is involvedand supports the tour,” Dunn says.

“A lot of the same people comeevery year,” Moore adds. “It truly isa community effort.”

top: The Elliot home built by Timberland Construction in Dos Griegos provides an impressivearchitectural statement in a stunning setting. Colorful woodwork on both sides of the entrywayseemingly draws the visitor through the heavy portal and into the spacious living area. left: Anenormous living room complete with wet bar provides the ultimate space for entertaining.above, right: The latest in shower fixture considerations accented by a glass block wall trulyenhance the bathing experience. above, left: Timberland utilizes split level lines and carefullychosen designs to challenge the imaginations of owners and visitors alike.


FRANK FERRARA

JEFF LEBLANC AND MELANIE ZIPIN

SKIP THACKER

Jeff LeBlanc and Melanie Zipin performat the Buckhorn. Congratulations on“What Does it Mean”a great music videoproduced in Silver City.

JIM JONES

BEVERLY WIDENER

JAN FELL

HENRI HOVARTER

The ArtsBeverly Widener fromEl Pasoopened atGallery 400while localartists Jan Felland HenriHovarter posedwith their workat Silver SpiritGallery.

Tour of the GilaThe Downtown Silver City Criterium, partof the 22nd Annual 5-day Tour of the Gila,thrilled spectators May 3rd. Pictured are thesenior men categories 4 and 5.

out & about

A much calmerside of the GilaRangers shownhere as volun-teers applying amuch-neededprotective coat-ing to the Billythe Kid eracabin. Great job!



Dristi Studios onBullard hosted anevening of Bakti Yogaled by Dharmashaktiand accompanied byChristian Pincockand local artistMichael Kunz.

ANNA MAYERS

Farmers Marketreturned to thedowntown area.Anna Mayers dis-cusses passivesolar green hous-es while Lee AnnMiller and BettyGraham fromPinos Altos sellfresh eggs.

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MICHAEL KUNZ

CHRISTIAN PINCOCK

LEE ANN MILLER AND BETTY GRAHAM

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Kite FestivalJennifer Gage of the Daily Press turnsloose of her camera to help get a kite air-borne. Faith Viamanti calmly and expertlydisplayed her capabilities with a kite.

JENNIFER GAGE

FAITH VIAMANTI

Great RaceThis year’s Great Race participants atWNMU brave the muddy waters and keeptheir carts rolling.

Before Silver City sculptor Michael Metcalf’s 30-ft-tall twin sculpturesentitled “The Positive Energy of New Mexico” graced the Albuquerque sky-line, they journeyed by truck from Metcalf’s studio to the Duke City lastSeptember. A dedication ceremony took place in December.

Now returned to his position as professor of sculpture at Western NewMexico University, Metcalf reminisced on the enormous project.

“I was pleased with the way the sculpture turned out, but I was glad toreturn to the classroom and a less harried way of life,” he said.

With a hired crane, Metcalf and a volunteer crew that included his wife, inte-rior designer Christine Rickman, placed the bases onto prepared concretepads at I-40 and Louisiana Avenue. Four thousand pound boulders were low-ered onto the bases and three bronze spires set in place on each sculpture.Enormous nuts and bolts secured components. Metcalf and volunteers theninserted splines into the spires. He said at one point high winds caused themto lash free-standing scaffolding to the more stable spires in order to continue.

Before the sculptures left Silver City, there were “sanding and patina par-ties” at Metcalf’s studio. Many volunteers helped him prepare the 8,000-pound sculptures.

“People here are great,” Metcalf said. Dedication plaques on each sculp-ture also recognize WNMU, Phelps Dodge and Sandia NationalLaboratories for their assistance.

“It’s a real rush to look over when I’m exiting the Interstate in Albuquerque,”Metcalf said, “and know I created and fabricated these sculptures.”

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ANDEAN TRADITION Celebration of SpringThe Celebration of Spring Festival at BigDitch Park included an Anton Bodar glassdemonstration, Luanne Brooten touchingup a mural, Francesca Veltri keeping upwith the tortillas, the musical groupAndean Tradition playing Peruvian instru-ments and Tuki Cintron providing aHawaiian twist to park cuisine.

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RALPH FORREST, DRUMMER FOR ZAC HARMON

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Silver CityBlues FestivalThe 13th annualSilver CityBlues Festivalfeatured artistslike Zac Harmonand ShermanRobertson, greatweather and afabulous crowd.The three dayevent featureslocal, nationaland internation-al artists.

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AZURITE GALLERYDesigner Jewelry by LindaBoatwright, Paintings by Holt,Gendron & Urban. Wed.-Sat.10-5.

110 W. Broadway • 538-9048www.azuritegallery.com

THE COMMON THREADA Fiber Art Gallery - over 70Artists. Nonprofit. Features Cloths,Rugs, Baskets, Cards, HomeDécor, and Jewelry. Classesoffered all year.107 W. Broadway • 538-5733www.fiberartscollective.org

OL’ WEST GALLERYAND MERCANTILEA traditional western gallery of fineart, furnishings, fixtures and beyond.

104 W. Broadway388-1811

T E X A S S T R E E T

BLUE DOME GALLERYContemporary Fine Craft, Artand fine decor. Open Wed.-Mon.11am-5pm (Sun. until 3pm)

307 N. Texas St.534-8671www.bluedomegallery.com

LOIS DUFFY ARTStudio and Gallery showingImaginative Portraits, Surreal Placesand Realistic Scenes of Life

211 C N. Texas St.313-9631www.loisduffy.com

COPPER QUAIL GALLERYA Gallery of Exquisite Local Artworkin All Price Ranges.

211 A N. Texas St.388-2646

Azurite Gallery

The Common Thread

Ol’ West Gallery and Mercantile

Blue Dome Gallery

Lois Duffy Art

Copper Quail Gallery

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CREATIONSAND ADORNMENTSAn eclectic collection of handcrafted custom jewelry, ceramics, sculpture and paintings.

108 N. Bullard St.534-4269

LEYBA & INGALLS ARTSART SUPPLIES AND GALLERYContemporary Art ranging fromRealism to Abstraction in a varietyof media. Call for a class schedule.

315 N. Bullard St.388-5725www.LeybaIngallsARTS.com

TATIANA MARIA GALLERYJewelry, Native American Folk Art,Textiles, Pottery & Antique Country Furniture.

305 N. Bullard Street388-4426


ART & CONVERSATIONContemporary craft gallery featuringJaney Katz’s Critters from the “Hood”cut from old trucks & Suzi Calhoun’scolorful pottery. 11-5, closedon Tues.

614 N. Bullard St. • [email protected]

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JW ART GALLERYFine Art, Bronze & Wooden Sculp-ture, Custom Framing, Gift Shop,Historic Hurley Museum, MonotypeWorkshops. W.-F. 9-5 • S-Sun. 10-6

99 Cortez Ave., Hurley537-0300 • [email protected]

JOE BURGESSFine art photography on display at JW Art Gallery in Hurley.

99 Cortez Ave., Hurley537-0300 • www.thetown.com

Creations and Adornments

Leyba & Ingalls ARTS

Tatiana Maria Gallery

Art & Conversation

JW Art Gallery

Joe Burgess

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POTS PANS & MOREOffering teapots, glassware, pots,pans, cooking utensils, gadgets,restaurant supplies, and more.

314 N. Bullard St. • 534-1121

MORNING STAROutdoor apparel and footwear forcasual, work and play! New MexicoT's and caps. Featuring Carhartt,Life is Good, Woolrich, Prana,Horny Toad, Keen and Merrell.Quality products for Quality People.

809 N. Bullard St.388.3191 • Fax: 388.3192

YADA YADA YARNEverything for knitters new and old!Wool, cotton and fun yarns. Open11-5 daily, closed on Tuesdays.Open knitting Sun.12-3

614 N. Bullard St. • 388.3350www.yadayadayarn.com


MANZANITA RIDGEHigh end furniture and accessories from America’sfinest resorts and hotels.

107 N. Bullard St. • 388-1158

HESTER HOUSEBest homemade fudge in town.Unique gifts and cards for all occasions. Free gift wrapping.

316 N. Bullard St. • 388-1360

WESTERN & MEXICANEMPORIUMSpecializing in decor and gifts and much more from Mexico and the Southwest. A must see!Mon.-Sat. 11-5.

308 S. Bullard St. • 534-0218www.mexempor.com

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SILVER IMAGING“For portraits you’ll love.” Also a fullservice photo and digital lab.New Larger Portrait Studio!

1008 Pope Street534-4432 • 538-8658www.silverportraitstudio.com

DATURA THERAPEUTIC DAY SPAbareMinerals by Bare Escentualsmakeup as seen on TV & available inSilver City exclusively at Datura.100% pure mineral all over face colors, starter kits, treatments, tools,and much more.

352 W. 12th • 534-0033

GILA HIKE & BIKEServing the cycling & hiking needsof southwest New Mexico for thepast 20 years.

103 E. College Ave.• 388-3222

Silver Imaging

Datura Therapeutic Day Spa

Gila Hike & Bike

Party Zone

Toy Town

Cinema Classics on DVD

Manzanita Ridge

Hester House

Western & Mexican Emporium

Pots Pans & More

Morning Star

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PARTY ZONEYour party supply headquarters for:Birthdays, Baby Showers, Holidays,Weddings, Anniversaries. Open: M-F 9:30-5:30,Sat. 11:30-4.

316 E. 14th St. • 534-0098

TOY TOWNEverything Your Child Needs toLearn–Laugh–Grow! We assurethe best quality toys. Hard to finditems you will treasure for years.

113 W. Broadway • 388-1677

CINEMA CLASSICS ON DVD Digitally re-mastered vintage westerns, sci-fi, horror, GoldenAge TV, comedy shorts, even silent movies!

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ACE HARDWARENot JUST a Hardware Store.Large Selection of Gifts & OutdoorFurniture. Now Lumber is Available.

3025 Hwy. 180 E.534-0782 • www.ace.com

T-WORLD URBAN APPARELComplete line of licensed sportswear,Hip Hop clothing & accessories.Corona, Mudd, Echo Red, G-Unite,Sean John, Lowrider, Phat Farm.

1445 Hwy. 180 E., Ste C(across from Burger King) • 534-3406

P I N O S A L T O S

PINOS ALTOS ORCHARDS & GIFT SHOPLarge variety of homemade jelliesMexican imports, local artists, yard art,gift baskets, stained glass classes.

13 Placer St. • 538-1270

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LOWRY’S R.V. CENTERDealers for Arctic Fox, Nash, DesertFox, Northwind, & Sunnybrook,Travel Trailers, 5th-Wheels &SURV’s. We specialize in towables.Serving Silver City Since 1967.

3510 Hwy. 180 E.538-5411 or 888-538-5411

HAMILTON FURNITURE“From Ordinary to Extraordinary”M-Sat. 10-6

2706 32nd St. By Pass North 388-0700 • fax 388-0701

CANDY BOUQUETBeautiful Candy Bouquets for allOccasions! Now Specializing inAntler Metal Art and Chandeliers!Catholic Store.

2065 Memory Lane(Across from Bowling Alley)534-4224 • 534-9715


CONNER FINE JEWELERSSouthwest New Mexico’s leadingjewelry store, since 1946, featuring diamond expertise and membershipin the American Gem Society.

401 N. Bullard St. 538-2012 • 388-2025

THE WORKSHOPS OF CARNEROSReal wood furniture.

405 N. Bullard St. 538-8889

A BEAD OR TWOFine handmade jewelry, thousands ofhigh quality beads and a full line ofjewelry making supplies. Restringing.

703 N. Bullard St.388-8973

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LEGACY HOME & GIFTSLooking for a unique gift? Comesee the array of choices we haveto offer. Mon-Fri 10-6 • Sat. 10-2.

910 N. Hudson • 388-1226

GILA ECO DESIGN CENTEREco friendly products for Interiors.Custom Cabinets, Designer Paint,Ergonomic brushes and rollers.Universal/Accessibility Design forremodels and new construction.

1306 Hudson • 388-1844


VINTAGE FANTASIESVintage Clothing • Hats • Glass

412 N. Bullard • 388-4081

Legacy Home & Gifts

Gila Eco Design Center

Vintage Fantasies

Conner Fine Jewelers

Workshops of Carneros

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Lowry’s R.V. Center

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BOSTON HILL HISTORIC MINING AREAAND OPEN SPACE IS LOCATED ON THEsouthwestern edge of Silver City. Morecommon entrances are on Spring Street,Cooper Street and at the top of Market Street.

Miles of trails from easy to complex await your hiking or bikingexperience. This area has been known as Boston Hill since the1800's because of the Massachusetts and New Mexico MiningCompany owning the mining claim. By the 1970's, mining cameto a halt in this area but the remnants of its existence remain. Abequest by Lennie Merle Forward made the purchase of thisarea possible for the Town of Silver City. Many volunteers havespent hours of labor to make the trails accessible for our use.

Dust the cobwebs off your mountain bike or put your hikingboots on and partake of these great trails with 360 degrees ofmountainous views of the Silver City area. Maps are posted atall the entrance signs to guide you along the trails, and morehistorical information on this site.

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ELEMENTAL ARTSFine Arts & Crafts; Gourds, Pottery, Textiles, Paintings and Furniture.Mon. - Sat. 10-4 • Sunday 10-1

106 W. Yankie St.590-7554www.gourdweb.com

MOONSTRUCK ARTart - clay - fiber - jewelryWednesday - Sunday11:00 - 4:00

110 W. Yankie St.388-4244

SEEDBOAT GALLERYPresenting Fine Art in the HistoricYankie Texas Gallery District.

214 W. Yankie St.534-1136

Y A N K I E S T R E E T

YELLO ON YANKIEContemporary fiber art studio and gallery.

108 W. Yankie St. • [email protected]

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WEELEARTSContemporary Ceramics and Mixed Media. Call for an appointment.

602 W. Market • 534-3147www.weelearts.com

THUNDERSTRUCKART AND DESIGNFine art photography, silver gelatin,sun prints and giclee.Alicia EdwardsThunderstruck Art and Design

401 N. Cooper • 313-3371www.thunderstruckartanddesign.com

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Moonstruck Art

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THE GROWTH OF SILVER CITY’S ARTSCOMMUNITY IS A RESULT OF THE cultur-al and natural appeal of the area and a con-certed effort to diversify the regional econo-my. The establishment of an art market

unique to Silver City is indeed contributing to the economicbase. Regular openings, tours, galas, and other specialevents have dramatically increased local involvement anddeveloped Silver City as an arts destination. The arts play arole in almost every celebration and there are major festivalsdedicated specifically to the arts. There is no doubt that artis an integral and key segment of Silver City’s lifestyle.

Silver City’s recognition for its cultural depth results fromthe dedication and organizational expertise of numerouslocal groups, and the overwhelming volunteer efforts andfinancial support of the entire community. The city is proudof its achievements and is anxious to share them with its vis-itors from around the world.

GALLERIESGalleries & Shopping

SILVER CITY AREA HIKERS ENJOY A RAREOPPORTUNITY: CONVENIENT DAY hikeson sections of a renowned footpath thatstretches from Mexico to Canada.Also known as the ‘King of Trails,’ the

Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT) runs throughNew Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana.Along the way it visits 25 national forests, 20 national wilder-ness areas, three national parks, one national monument,eight Bureau of Land Management resource areas – andpasses close by Silver City. While it takes six months towalk the entire trail, Silver City residents and visitors canenjoy pleasant day hikes on segments of the same trail justminutes from their doorsteps.While our moderate climate makes access available year-round, probably the best times to visit the CDT are duringthe spring and fall. Parts of the trail are challenging, so hik-ers should be in good physical condition and remember tobring plenty of water.

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BIG DITCHWHEN SILVER CITY’S FOUNDING FATHERSCREATED THE TOWN SITE IN THE LATTER1800s, they laid out the grid like those ofmany eastern cities – with the streets run-ning due north, south, east and west. They

did not realize that the new town’s proximity to a north/southrunning slope would encourage a natural disaster to occur.

In 1895 and again in 1903, flash floodwaters roared downSilver City’s Main Street, gouging out a huge ditch with abottom some 55 feet below the original street level. As rainscontinued to feed the creek in the years that followed, cot-tonwood trees grew, providing shade.

The town’s Main Street was gone, but every adversitycarries with it the seed of an opportunity. Working together,local businesses, residents and civic organizations created abeautiful and unique downtown park.

Big Ditch Park can be accessed via the footbridge at theSilver City Visitor Center parking lot.

Big Ditch Park

AT AN ELEVATION OF 7860 FEET, THE 131-ACRE QUEMADO LAKE IS PART OF AN800 acre forest recreation site. The lakeoffers year-round trout fishing and summermonths fishing for channel catfish and small

mouth bass. There are two ADA fishing piers, two boat ramps, seven

developed campgrounds, a primitive campground and sevenmiles of hiking trails. Camping and RV spaces are availablefrom May through October and boat use is restricted to oarsand electric motors. Reservations are taken for group sitesincluding one accommodating 35 people and anotheraccommodating 75.

From Silver City, the lake is accessed following US 180north past Glenwood, NM12 through Reserve and NM32from Apache Creek to Quemado Lake. The nearest smalltown is the village of Quemado, 20 miles north of the lake.

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FOR AN INTRIGUING HIGH MOUNTAINEXPERIENCE IN THE REGION’S ISOLATEDback-country, Willow Creek and Snow Lakeare no doubt the choice for a true get-away.From Silver City, travel north on US180 past

Glenwood and turn off onto NM159, a paved, but narrowwinding road to the gold mining ghost town of Mogollon.During warmer months, continue by dirt road, skirting thenorthern edge of the Gila Wilderness, the nation’s firstwilderness, to Willow Creek, a small brook flowing amongtowering Douglas fir and shapely Engleman spruce. Rainbowtrout and German browns inhabit the fast-flowing currentsand beaver pools.

Further down the forest road that begins to open up intojuniper and grasslands, one arrives at Snow Lake, a smallquiet lake that overflows directly into the Gila Wilderness.Good camping facilities, fishing, boating, hiking and an abun-dance of wildlife including deer and elk create a great out-door experience.

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SILVER CITY SPRANG TO LIFE DURING THESUMMER OF 1870. THE DISCOVERY OF silver brought thousands of miners, and mer-chants followed in their footsteps. The town'sfounders decided Silver City would be “built to

last.” In 1880, an ordinance was passed requiring masonryconstruction for new buildings. This left behind solid commer-cial buildings, brick Victorian homes, and adobe structures.

Devastating floods between 1890 and 1910 washed awaythe original Main Street and all but one of its handsome brickbuildings. The stately Warren house is the sole survivor. Whatused to be Main Street is now known as the Big Ditch.

The Silver City Visitor Center and Big Ditch Park providegateways into Historic Downtown for visitors and residents.Silver City MainStreet Project has provided comprehensivedowntown revitalization services since 1985. This vibrantaward-winning district has over 200 entities including retail andservice businesses, art studios, government services, non-profits, churches, and schools. It’s a treasure of a downtown!

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THE CATWALK NATIONAL RECREATIONTRAIL IS SITUATED IN WHITEWATERCanyon near Glenwood. The Catwalk is ametal bridge secured into the canyon wallsthat leads through some of the most beau-

tiful parts of the canyon. This 250 foot metal causewayclings to the sides of the boulder-choked WhitewaterCanyon, which in some places is only 20 feet wide and 250feet deep. There are many spots where a hiker can leave thesteel causeway and relax on the grassy banks of thesycamore shaded stream.The original catwalk was a gravityfed waterline for a local mill. The mines above the canyonwere worked from their discovery in 1889 until 1942 (Billythe Kid's stepfather, William Antrim, was a blacksmith at thetown called Graham). The Civilian Conservation Corps. wasassigned the task of rebuilding The Catwalk as a recreationattraction for the Gila National Forest in 1935. The presentmetal catwalk was rebuilt by the Forest Service in 2004.

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LOCATED ON THE EDGE OF TODAY’SGILA WILDERNESS, THE TOWN OFMogollon (pronounced Muggy-own) began in1876 following the discovery of gold and sil-ver in nearby creeks. It took its name from

the surrounding mountains, themselves named for aSpanish territorial governor in the early 1700s.

With the opening of the Little Fannie mine, the townboomed until 1942, then suddenly became a ghost townwhen the mine closed. After a brief resurgence as an artistcolony in the 1960s it was deserted again.

Modern-day Mogollon is home to 18 year-round residents,a volunteer fire department, and several seasonal businessesincluding dining and lodging establishments. It has a privatemuseum, an historic theater and a church undergoing renova-tion. To visit this picturesque village, turn east off US 180 ontoNM Highway 159 about three miles north of Glenwood. Thescenic mountain road rises about 3,000 feet in 8.5 miles toreach Mogollon.

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BILL EVANS LAKE, 35 MILES NORTHWESTOF SILVER CITY ON US180 IS UNUSUAL INits location 300 feet above the river that sup-plies it. Water pumped from the Gila River isimpounded by the 62 acre man-made lake.

There are picnic tables, fishing for crappie, catfish, bass andtrout and an impressive view from the dam across thecanyons of the upper Burro Mountains. A record 15-poundlargemouth bass was caught in 1995.

Bird watching is also prominent along the Gila River andat the lake itself, especially during the Spring and Fall migra-tory seasons.

Travel south along the river past the lake turn-off and bringyour binoculars to enjoy the Gila Bird Habitat.

Open to the public and stocked by the NM Department ofGame and Fish, Bill Evans Lake was made by the Phelps-Dodge Corporation.

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MUSEUMTHE WESTERN NEW MEXICO UNIVERSITY MUSEUM,LOCATED IN FLEMING HALL ON THE SCHOOL’S MAINcampus, houses the Eisele Collection of prehistoric south-western pottery and artifacts. It includes one of the world’smost complete and comprehensive collections of Mimbrespottery, as well as basketry and other artifacts.

Also housed at the museum are pottery from the CasasGrandes culture and other prehistoric southwestern cul-tures, pottery from Maria Martinez and New Mexico’s SanIldefonso and Santa Clara Pueblos, historic Navajo rugs, his-toric Silver City photos and, of course, a hundred years ofuniversity history.

The recently renovated museum was originally designedby Trost and Trost with an unusual truss-beamed ceiling, andat one time served as the school’s library. It opened as amuseum in 1974. It is open seven days a week except dur-ing university holidays.

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LOCATED JUST 34 MILES SOUTH OF SILVERCITY, THE CITY OF ROCKS STATE PARK ISthe perfect place for a fun-filled daytrip orpicnic with the entire family. The park fea-tures giant monoliths that were formed from

the eruption of an ancient volcano and eroded by the windover an extended period of time. These huge, unusuallyshaped boulders are perfect for sightseeing or climbing.

For some, the park resembles a medieval village; for oth-ers it is a collection of misshapen, albeit benign, giants.Essentially, it is a flat-lying sheet of reddish lava jointed alongvertical rather than horizontal planes creating the likeness ofa city with streets and buildings. There are formations whichreadily suggest giants’ chairs, prehistoric monsters, or crea-tures of imaginative myth.

Complete with a desert garden, the park offers picnickingand camping spots. Adjacent to the formations rises TableMountain, a perfect example of a mesa.

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LOCATED IN THE HISTORIC 1881MANSARD/ITALIANATE HOME OF H.B.Ailman, the Silver City Museum is one of 13museums in New Mexico recognized by theAmerican Assn. of Museums. Founded in

1967, the museum is focused on the regional history ofSouthwest New Mexico with over 20,000 related objects.Photo collections depict Silver City from the 1870s andinclude a significant collection from the 1930’s and 40’s.

Native American artifacts from the Mimbres, Mogollonand Casas Grandes peoples number over 500 pieces andthere are exhibits from more recent Navajo and Apachegroups. Extensive mining exhibits and early Anglo andHispanic settler clothing, furnishings and even firearms aredisplayed. There is also memorabilia from native son Harrison“Jack” Schmitt, former astronaut and U.S. Senator.

It is open every day except Monday and is located at 312West Broadway. The Museum Store features books andgifts depicting or influenced by local history and cultures.

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ON MARCH 9, 1916, THE SMALL BORDERTOWN AND MILITARY CAMP ATColumbus, New Mexico, woke to an armedinvasion by soldiers of revolutionary GeneralFrancisco “Pancho” Villa. A punitive force led

by American General “Black Jack” Pershing pursued therebels 400 miles into Mexico without success.

Pancho Villa State Park is located on the site of CampFurlong that served as the base of operations for GeneralPershing. The park includes the first site of an operationalmilitary airstrip, represents the first time an aircraft had beenused in a military operation, the first use of mechanizedtrucks by United States troops, and the last true cavalryoperation by American troops. The new museum and inter-pretive center includes era military vehicles and a replica ofthe Jenny airplane that was utilized.

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THE HISTORIC AND SCENIC FARMINGVALLEY OF THE MIMBRES RIVER ISaccessed by NM35 and NM61 from City ofRocks State Park to the Continental Dividenear Lake Roberts. The valley was inhabited

by the ancient Mimbres Culture that produced the pottery ondisplay at Western New Mexico University Museum.

Today, the valley supports a growing population aroundthe communities of Mimbres and San Lorenzo, while earlyfarming families who first settled the area continue to tendtheir fields and orchards. Mission churches built in the late1800’s at San Lorenzo, San Juan and Faywood contributeto the natural beauty of the region, and Bear Canyon Lakeoffers anglers an isolated fishing hole.

The Trail of the Mountain Sprits National Scenic Bywaymakes a dramatic entry to the Mimbres Valley on NM152and then cuts upward through the valley toward LakeRoberts and the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument.

MIMBRESMimbresValley

GOOD WEATHER, SPARSE POPULATIONSAND THE WIDE SPAN OF LIFEzones offer unique opportunities for birdingin Southwest New Mexico. Birding can beginat Big Ditch Park in downtown Silver City.

The Gila River and its tributaries north of Silver City offer arich assortment of birds and Hummingbird banding demon-strations are given near Lake Roberts. Other locationsinclude Whitewater Canyon and The Catwalk nearGlenwood and the Guadalupe Canyon of New Mexico’sbootheel, harboring species found nowhere else in the US.

Silver City lies at the center of a vast belt of mineraliza-tion that has produced billions of dollars worth of metals anda diversity of gems and minerals. Gem and mineral collec-tions are displayed in area museums, shows are hostedthroughout the region, huge copper mining operations con-tinue and Rockhound State Park by Deming is dedicated torock hound enthusiasts, encouraging collecting for person-al use.

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SURROUNDED BY THE GILA NATIONALFOREST, AND FED BY SAPILLO CREEK,Lake Roberts is a man-made 75-acre lakeoffering some of the finest mountain fishing,boating and camping in New Mexico. Lake

Roberts features boat ramps, two campgrounds, picnicspots and a variety of nature trails leading into the forest.

The lake beckons fisherman, hikers and birders to expe-rience the natural beauty of the area. Overlooking the westend of the lake stand the “Vista Ruins,” an authenticMimbres Indian pit house site.

The area is home to hundreds of species of birds, and isa wintering spot for bald eagles. As many as ten species ofhummingbirds may be observed in the summertime at feed-ing stations along NM Highway 35 and at nearby local inns.

Late March to late May is the best time to fish for thelake’s 10- to 14-inch rainbow trout, but Lake Roberts alsocontains crappie, catfish and some bass.

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GHOST TOWNSSHAKESPEARE, THE 1880s GHOST TOWNJUST SOUTH OF LORDSBURG IS THE authentically preserved remains of a roughand tumble mining era on the Butterfield Trail.Justice was swift in the community of 3000

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The railroad ghost town of Steins, west of Lordsburg, washome to about 3000 hearty residents servicing the old steamlocomotives. Today, the ghost town offers a glimpse of thewooden structures, utensils and furniture of the period.

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WITHOUT THE ASPHALT ON ITS MAINSTREET, DOWNTOWN PINOS ALTOS LOOKSmuch like it might have appeared nearly 150years ago, when it was inhabited by the likesof Judge Roy Bean.

The town’s amenities, however, have greatly improved inthe last century or so. They include a museum, an ice creamparlor, dining establishments and an authentic western bar.The Pinos Altos Opera House is home to Old West melo-dramas, and local musicians perform regularly at theBuckhorn Saloon.

Gold was first discovered in the area by Spanish andMexican miners. Anglos rediscovered the metal in 1859/60,and for a while the town was called Birchville after the firstman to find “color.” Nearly abandoned due to constantfights with the Apaches, it was re-established in 1866 underits original Spanish name.

Pinos Altos is located along the Continental Divide, sixmiles north of Silver City on NM Highway 15.

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THE 630-MILE GILA RIVER HAS ITS HEAD-WATERS IN THE SPECTACULAR wildernessareas above Silver City. The north, west andeast forks of the Gila join together below theGila Cliff Dwellings National Monument pro-

viding access to trout fishing, hiking, camping, hot springsand impressive vistas.

The waters that exit the rugged wilderness canyons sup-port numerous warm water species as well as the farmlandsof the Cliff-Gila area and those of Redrock and Virden.

Humans have depended on the river for centuries. Theancient Mogollon culture farmed the river valleys living in pit-houses and later masonry structures, moving briefly into themore protected Cliff Dwellings just prior to disappearingaltogether from the area. Later bands of nomadic Apachesroamed the area giving rise to the birth of Apache warriorGeronimo. A small monument has been erected in his recog-nition at the park service headquarters.

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IN OCTOBER 2004 ABOUT 120 PEOPLEGATHERED AT THE GILA CLIFF Dwellings National Monument Visitor Centerto dedicate a monument to famous ChiricahuaApache Chief Geronimo, who was born in the

area in 1829. The monument was a collaborative effort between theForest Service, the Trail of the Mountain Spirits ScenicByway Committee, the Silver City/Grant County Chamberof Commerce, and Geronimo’s own great grandson, HarlynGeronimo and Harlyn’s wife Karen of Mescalero. Harlyn gotthe idea for the monument while visiting the area in thespring of 2004.

Chief Geronimo had told biographers that he was born nearthe headwaters of the Gila River, which is the area where theNational Monument stands today. Geronimo died inOklahoma in 1909, after unsuccessfully pleading with federalauthorities to be allowed to return to his homeland to die.

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QUICKFACTSNew MexicoFactsStatehood: January 6, 1912Capital: Santa FeFlag: Red Zia on field of goldBallad: Land of EnchantmentSongs: Oh, Fair New Mexico and

Asi Es Nuevo MexicoMotto:CrescitEundo(It Grows As It Goes)

Poem: A Nuevo MexicoCookie: BiscochitoGem: TurquoiseBird: Roadrunner (Chaparral)Flower: YuccaTree: PiñonAnimal: Black BearFish: Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout

Silver City and Grant CountyProfilePOPULATION: (2004) est.City: 12,500County: 30,000HOUSING: (2004) est.TOTAL HOUSEHOLDSCity: 4,700 (500 unoccupied)COUNTY: 14,000GOVERNMENT:Firefighters: 23 full timeCity Police: 30State Police: 12 (10 officers, 2 sergeants)County Sheriff: 32 OfficersTAXES:Gross Receipts: 7.25% (2007) City: $3,009,860City Retail: $214,463,457Per Capita Income: $17,409Property: 17,397 Mills(Residential)15,680 Mills (Non-Residential)

Major EventsRed Paint PowWow Chocolate Fantasia Tour of the Gila Silver City Blues Festival Wild Wild West Pro Rodeo Fourth of July Celebration Weekend at the GalleriesLighted Christmas Parade

Area MuseumsMUSEUMS: 3Silver City Museum was found-ed in 1967. A restored Mansard/Italianate home built by H.B. Ailman House with 20,000objects relating to the peoplesand history of southwest NewMexico. Admission is free.WNMU Museum celebrated its30th Anniversary November 6,2004. Home of Pottery andArtifacts of Prehistoric South-western Cultures. Available forviewing are historic photographsof Silver City and surroundingareas. Admission is free.Pinos Altos Historical Museum:Circa 1860’s-housed in a logcabin that once served as the 1stschool house in Grant County.Houses a great collection of min-ing artifacts and historic memora-bilia. Admission is free.

Parks &MonumentsCity of Rocks State ParkGila Cliff Dwellings

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Recreation Trail. (Glenwood)

Ghost TownsMogollon: 75 miles NE US180 Shakespeare: 46 miles SE NM90Steins: 63 miles SE NM90/I-10

Health CareMEDICALGila Regional Medical Center:68 Beds, 43 Physicians Optometrists: 2Dentists: 12Clinics: 5Chiropractors: 9Fort Bayard Medical Center:Long term care facility with 4Physicians offering services inPhysical, Occupational andSpeech Therapies, Geriatric careand Chemical Dependency unit.Pharmacies: 4Acupuncturists: 2

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THIS 93-MILE LOOP IS FILLED WITHHISTORY AND SCENIC BEAUTY. TO GETstarted, just head north on Piños Altos Roadfrom US 180 East in Silver City to the oldgold-mining town of Piños Altos. From there,

NM 15 will take you through the Gila National Forest to theGila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. Leaving themonument, the byway backtracks along NM 35 to SapilloCreek and Lake Roberts.

Continuing across Continental Divide, the road descendsinto the Mimbres River Valley. The historic church at SanLorenzo was built in the 1800’s.

Continuing west on NM 152, you will come to the mineoverlook near Santa Rita, where you can view one of theworld’s largest open pit copper mines.

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Historic SitesSILVER CITY HISTORIC BUSINESS DISTRICTH. B. Ailman House built in 1881houses the Silver City Museum.Bell Block constructed in 1897and 1906 originally housed asaloon where straight drinks weresold for 12.5 centsMeredith & Ailman Bank built in1882 was renamed the PalaceHotel in 1900.Silver City National Bank built in1923, presently used as City Hall.O.S. Warren house built in 1885,is the only building on MainStreet to survive the floods at theturn of the century.Mrs. O.S. Warren building builtin 1900 was the former Colby’sSporting Goods.El Sol Theatre building was built in 1934 to show Spanish-language films.W. H. White house built in 1901was built of brick in the HippedBox style for one of Silver City’sfirst dentists.Dr. W. H. White dental office built in 1887.Isaac N. Cohen house built in1882 has the only remainingexample of double-hung pocketshutters.Big Ditch Park was Silver City’sMain Street before the turn ofthe century floods transformed itinto an arroyo.Bennett Block on W. Yankie builtin 1882 of adobe constructionwith brick facades.Max Schutz sample room on N. Texas was built to provide a meeting room for traveling salesmen.Goodell’s Feed Store on Yankiewas built in 1905 and 1911 andremained a farmer’s supply out-let until the late 1970s.Victorian Homes, this architect-ural era spans the period ofroughly 1825-1900. There are 31homes still existing in the SilverCity area.

Walking Tours (3) offered by theSilver City Museum: Gospel Hill,La Capilla and Business District. Billy the Kid Cabin is locatednear the origin of his real home,this 1800’s style cabin wasdonated by Ron Howard’s movieThe Missing.

La Capilla Chapel Replica, builton a hill on the south side ofSilver City. The chapel was a locallandmark and was utilized in pilgrimages and festivals for OurLady of Guadalupe.

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Fort Cobre Replica is 3/4 scalereplica of the Santa Rita DelCobre Fort (circa 1804) whichoriginally was located at theSanta Rita open pit copper mineeast of Silver City.Buckhorn Saloon & OperaHouse, circa 1860’s This finerestaurant and saloon is authen-tically decorated with 1800’smemorabilia and photographs.Hearst Church. (circa 1898) builtby the Hearst newspaper familyand is the current home to theGrant County Art Guild. The goldused in decorating the HearstCastle in California came fromthe Hearst Mine in Pinos Altos.FORT BAYARDBuffalo Soldiers: In 1866Congress authorized the organiza-tion of four black regiments tohelp the “pacification” of theWest. The Indians christenedthese men with their short curlyhair the Buffalo Soldiers, a namewhich the Tenth Calvary proudlybore on its military crest.Fort Bayard National HistoricLandmark/ National Cemetery.Established as a territorial postdating back to 1863, the fort hasserved as a military center ofoperations, army and VA hospitaland continues today as a StateMedical Center

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SILVER CITY BORDERS THE 3.3 MILLIONACRE GILA NATIONAL FOREST ANDserves as the hub for a diverse and excitingarray of area attractions. Driving the Trail ofthe Mountain Spirits Scenic Byway is an

excellent introduction to the culture and rugged terrain of theregion. The loop includes the old west gold mining village ofPinos Altos, the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument, LakeRoberts, Bear Canyon Lake, San Lorenzo Mission (in the lushMimbres Valley), the Santa Rita open pit copper mine, and theFt. Bayard National Landmark.

Highway 180 West through Cliff and Glenwood offers BillEvans Lake, the Catwalk National Recreation Trail, and thescenic gold mining ghost town of Mogollon. Highway 180 Eastaccesses the City of Rocks State Park, which was recentlydeveloped as a night skies camping site for stargazing.

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THESE DAYS, IT SEEMS THAT JUST ABOUTEVERYONE HAS BECOME AWARE OF of the therapeutic benefits that mineral-richhot springs have on tired muscles and achyjoints. In our nearby Gila National Forest, the

river’s edge is dotted with naturally occurring volcanic hotsprings that are open and free to the public – or at leastthose willing to do a little work to get there.

Some of the better known include the Turkey Creek,Middle Fork, Upper Middle Fork, Jordon and San FranciscoHot Springs. Water temperatures range from 112 to 130degrees (F). Some are just an easy out-and-back day hikefrom a trailhead or visitors center; others are more difficultto reach and require overnight trips. For more informationcontact the USDA Forest Service in Silver City.

Non-hikers and those just wanting to relax can visit thenearby Gila Hot Springs Vacation Center, a privately-owned,full service fee facility.

NATURALHot Springs of the Gila

THE HISTORY OF SOUTHWEST NEWMEXICO SPANS THE ERAS FROM prehis-toric times through Spanish, Mexican andAnglo activities to the harnessing of modernmining, ranching and building technologies.

The region’s Mogollon cultures left behind a wealth ofintriguing artifacts and endless questions as to the survivaland disappearance of these hearty beings as presented inarea museums.

Agriculture has played a significant role in sustaining thearea’s economy, but mining has no doubt had the greatestimpact on local livelihoods. Mining operations began in theearly 1800s and continue over 200 years later. Recovery hasevolved from the hand picking of native copper to the solventextraction and electrolytic processing of low-grade ores.

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Tractor Show. 11am-4pm Ice cream,floats, cold drinks, musical entertain-ment, children’s games, cakewalk,vintage tractor show. Free; refresh-ments and game tickets sold. SilverCity Museum. [email protected]

4-5 4th of July Festivities. Gough Park.Cowboy breakfast, parade, music,food, arts & crafts booths, games,pie-eating contests and fireworks.575-538-3785. www.silvercity.org

18-20 4th SASS New Mexico StateChampionship Shootout. "SWBorder Dispute", vendor boothsoffering a variety of "old west""products, period clothing‚ leather‚jewelry‚ arts‚ etc. MM10 on Rte 35off Rte 152, Mimbres. 575-538-3785.www.silvercity.org

25 An Enchanting Evening with NewMexico's Most Enchanting CowboyTickets $15 include BBQ dinner andan hour show with Mike Moutoux.Ice Cream Parlor in Pinos Altos.575-538-3785. www.silvercity.orgLive Capone-E (Rap Concert)6:30 pm. WNMU Fine Arts Theater575-538-3785. www.silvercity.org

26-27 St. Vincent de Pauls 18th Ann.Fiesta & Bike Run . Sat. 10am-8pmSun 9am-5pm. Gough Park. Booths,games,entertainment & food. Battle of the Bands 80’s Rock. 575-538-9373

TBD Annual Backyard HummingbirdFestival. Learn more about hum-mingbirds as ornithologists band andstudy them near Lake Roberts. 1-888-4266, [email protected]

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15-17 17th Annual Run to CopperCountry Car Show. Vintage vehi-cles of all kinds. Gough Park, SilverCity. [email protected]. www.cop-percountrycruizers.com,

30-Sep 1 25th Annual Rolling StonesGem & Mineral Show museumquality mineral specimens, jewelry,and arts crafted from rock and gemsas well as "rough" stones. SilverCity Recreation Center. RollingStones Gem and Mineral Society at16 McKinley Street, Silver City, NM88061. [email protected]

30-Sep 1 San Vicente Artists Art Fair. FineArtists & Crafters, Artists in Action,Tempting Foods. San Vicente Artistsof Silver City. [email protected]

September13-14 Pickamania! Celebrating folk, blue-

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18-21 4th Annual Gila River FestivalIntensive workshops‚ a keynotespeaker‚ lectures‚ hikes‚ and perform-ances, www.gilaconservation.org.

26-28 23rd Annual Grant County ArtGuild Purchase Prize Award Exhibit Pinos Altos Church Gallery 575-538-8216

27 Tapestry of Talent fashion show1pm Bayard Community Center.Tickets go on sale August 1st atThe Common Thread, 107 W.Broadway, 575-538-5733.

October3-5 23rd Annual Grant County Art

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4 Taste of Downtown Silver City.10 am-4 pm Historic DowntownSilver City. 575-534-1700. silvercitymainstreet.com

10-13 Weekend at the Galleries.Downtown Silver City. 575-538-2505. www.mimbresarts.org

TBD 8th Annual Pinos Altos OctoberFiesta. Featuring Fine Food, LiveMusic, Crafters, Raffles, & FunActivities for Children. 575-534-0406. info@pinosaltoscabins

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December15 Black Tie Ball. 7-11pm Buffalo Bar.

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18 24th Annual Victorian ChristmasEvening. 5-9pm An old-fashionedholiday celebration with musicalentertainment, costumed charac-ters, children’s stories, plum pud-ding, hot mulled cider, and otherdelights of the season. $3 donationSilver City Museum. [email protected]

Ongoing EventsFarmer's Market 8:30 am - noon,Saturdays through October. Main StreetPlaza, Enter at 7th/Bullard. 575-534-1704Mercado del Sol-Crafts Market 9 am-2 pmSaturdays thru December. Bullard/Kelly.San Vicente Art Walk- Self Guided Toursvisit the galleries and studios in the area.575-388-4854. [email protected] District Historical Mine ToursSecond Tuesday of every month. The tourgoes from Bayard to Santa Rita with fivestops in between where the guide will givea bit of history and interesting happenings inthe local underground mines at each stop.$5.00 Bayard City Hall. 575-537-3327.

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Local Professionals

Local Professionals

Law, accounting and architecture are fields that havecertainly become anchored in our daily lives, even in the

rural areas of New Mexico.

Law, accounting and architecture are fields that havecertainly become anchored in our daily lives, even in the

rural areas of New Mexico.


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above: Attorney David Lopez, CPA Tom Laws and Architect Jim Redford provide services for the region that would otherwise requiretraveling to bigger cities and dealing with people who might not understand nor appreciate small town concerns and solutions.

Excellent weather, millions of acres of

outdoor recreational opportunities, a uni-

versity and an abundance of friendly peo-

ple in the Silver City area continues to

entice artists, cyclists, restaurateurs,

shop owners and retirees to escape the

stress levels associated with big city

hassle and interstate highway travel.

Silver City Life continues its series

recognizing the local professionals who

provide services for this diverse collec-

tion of residents. They are our neighbors,

they care about the schools our children

attend and most importantly, they allow

us to conduct our business and our lives

right here, without having to grapple with

the challenges of bigger communities

like El Paso, Tucson and Albuquerque.

David LopezAttorney at LawDavid Lopez

“I had never been to Silver City, but after graduation, I was hired by Robinson and Quintero. Grant County

made me feel at home from day one.”

“I had never been to Silver City, but after graduation, I was hired by Robinson and Quintero. Grant County

made me feel at home from day one.”


I“It’s especially rewarding when people express grat-

itude for the services you provide,” states David Lopez

of Lopez & Associates, P.C. “The practice is family-ori-

ented and strives for 100% client satisfaction.”

Born in Las Vegas, New Mexico, David’s father

served as Mayor and State Senator and was a profes-

sional boxer, poet, businessman and humanitarian.

West Las Vegas was recognized during that era by

Look magazine as one of five All America Cities in the

western region and the Las Vegas Daily Optic said the

honor resulted from response to the leadership of its

37-year old mayor, Junio Lopez.

Junio’s vision for his son was to become a priest or

an attorney. David chose the latter. Despite growing

up in one of the state’s poorest counties, his parents,

sisters and brother made him feel rich. “My parents

were absolutely the best. Mother was my rock.”

David was an All-State Quarterback and lettered in

basketball and track. He turned down football scholar-

ships to UNM and NM Highlands to work in California.

It was the six months of working graveyard shift in a

California factory 6 days a week 10 hours a day that

convinced him that education was the key to success.

He returned to Highlands University and graduated

Magna Cum Laude. During those college years, he

traveled to Seville, Spain for a summer study program

and fell in love with Conchi Fernandez Lora, the woman

he later married.

UNM Law School was a challenge. His father died

after his first year in law school and two of his children

were born during that time. David worked two jobs and

used scholarships to pay for law school, graduating in

the top 20 of his class. “Conchi was my inspiration,

emotional support and driving force. I had always

wanted to help people…just like my father and Conchi

absolutely reinforced that”.

“I had never been to Silver City,” David continued,

“but after graduation in 1989, I was hired by Robinson

and Quintero P.C. Grant County made me feel at

home from day one. The two Silver City lawyers

served as excellent mentors, later became judges and

the firm evolved into Lopez and Associates, P.C. My

three law associates, Daniel Dietzel, William Perkins

and David Gorman are smart, energetic, experi-

enced…the best. We are backed by a loyal staff led by

Sandy Seitzinger, Wendy Torres, Whitney Munoz,

Jean Roof, Leigh Ann Massengill, Chance Lewis and

Judith Des Jardins. Sandy has been my only secretary

in 17 years.”

Lopez & Associates’ primary practice is civil law with

an emerging emphasis on personal injury cases. The

firm also handles estate planning, property law, busi-

ness transactions, family law and criminal law. It also

has state, city and business contracts and represents

children in abuse and neglect cases.

David maintains a sharp mind by participating in

regional chess tournaments. David and Conchi’s sons

David and Rodrigo attend the University of Arizona

and Alejandro is leaping forward to the fourth grade.

David proudly states “my son David is an excellent

chess player and Rodrigo is in the Honors College

studying biochemistry. Alejandro is an excellent stu-

dent with his entire future in front of him.” Not surpris-

ingly, the firm supports community services like El

Refugio, Big Brothers, Rotary Club, local schools, the

Chamber of Commerce and charities.


Tom LawsCertified Public AccountantTom Laws

“In December 1989, I started Laws & Company. Yes, it was scary because of all the unknowns…

no salary, no benefits and no guarantee of work.”

I“I had always wanted to work for myself, but it was-

n’t until 1989 that I took the plunge,” relates Tom Laws

of Laws & Company, a tax and financial advisory com-

pany. “Was it scary? Yes it was because of all the

unknowns—no salary, no benefits, and no guarantee

that anyone would give us a shot at handling their

taxes or ask for our financial advice.”

After graduating from New Mexico State with a

Bachelor of Accountancy, Tom ventured to San

Francisco to work with a construction contractor…

“Longest six months of my life,” Tom flatly states.

“California was too fast-paced for me, except for the

freeways that crawled like a snail. I also worked as a

cost engineer at the Hartford Nuclear Site.”

Tom had met Deborah at New Mexico State and

since she had grown up in Deming, their next move

was back to New Mexico for Phelps Dodge Playas and

Tyrone. “I moved over to Kennecott Chino for one

year and 22 days before it was purchased by Phelps

Dodge. Phelps Dodge tended to move accountants

and I had already decided that Silver City was where I

wanted to raise my children. In December 1989, I

started Laws & Company. I have never looked back

and so far the practice has been strong.”

“It is always good to have a professional review your

tax return, and a person should consider a CPA when-

ever there is more than a W-2 and mortgage interest

form. Estates, trusts and small businesses of every

kind should utilize CPAs.”

“New businesses are especially vulnerable to gov-

ernment agencies and many are consumed by regula-

tions. We handle payroll taxes, monthly financial state-

ments and quarterly estimates of taxes. My daughter

is interested in government audits and so we are mov-

ing into that field.”

“I have recently passed the securities exams that

allow me to assist people in financial planning. Once

the client needs are well understood, the challenge is

bringing together the right investments to meet his or

her specific priorities in life.

“For someone contemplating a career as a CPA,

get as much experience as possible before going on

your own. More and more it is becoming the accoun-

tant’s responsibility to keep companies ethical. That’s

unfair to the CPA, but it’s the direction business is

moving. Initially there is a tough national professional

exam and annually, 40 hours of continuing education

are required.”

Tom and Deborah’s family includes Erin, a biologist

at the hospital, Ashley, who is studying for the CPA

exam while working at Laws & Company and Hanna,

a student at Silver High who is into soccer, basketball

and golf. And it’s no secret that there are three

grandchildren!

“In December 1989, I started Laws & Company. Yes, it was scary because of all the unknowns…

no salary, no benefits and no guarantee of work.”


Jim RedfordArchitectJim Redford

“Since I grew up in Lordsburg and my mother served as Hidalgo County Treasurer, it has been a lot of fun preserving historic locations

that were part of my childhood surroundings.”

“Since I grew up in Lordsburg and my mother served as Hidalgo County Treasurer, it has been a lot of fun preserving historic locations

that were part of my childhood surroundings.”

I“It’s very rewarding to see the results of your work

over a period of years,” says architect Jim Redford.

“We have handled projects at Western New Mexico

University from 1990 to 2008, many of which have

been historical restorations. The Hidalgo County

Library in Lordsburg was especially challenging, as

were projects at Shakespeare ghost town. Since I

grew up in Lordsburg and my mother served as

Hidalgo County Treasurer, it has been a lot of fun pre-

serving historic locations that were part of my child-

hood surroundings.”

Jim graduated from Rice University in architecture

and art and early on partnered with an architectural

landscape group in Dallas. Much of his practice was

overseas from 1974-1982. His wife, Sam, was his

travel agent during that period, arranging Jim’s trips for

five years before actually meeting face to face. They

were married in 1989.

When Jim’s younger daughter started college, he

decided he was done with big city life. “I had always

planned to return to New Mexico and when Sam and I

dined with my sister at the Buckhorn during a cool sum-

mer drizzle, that sealed Silver City as our destination.”

“The move was tough at first with no business

prospects in Silver City. I patched a lot of buildings local-

ly and fixed roofs. Initially we did more driving than

designing with projects from Columbus to Quemado. At

times we appeared to be ecumenical architects with our

church projects appearing in every town in the area.”

“In association with another company, we landed the

renovation of Harlan Hall at WNMU, and we have now

performed work for the university for 18 years. We have

a good local team for smaller projects and continue to

associate with larger firms for the big ones. I feel strongly

about supporting each other locally whenever possible.”

“We have designed about three area homes a year for

19 years and most of the people we designed for are still

our friends. Hopefully, that speaks well for our work.”

“Currently we are not accepting new work. The

EMS building at the hospital is in progress under our

direction, as well as a new city hall for Lordsburg and

jail for Grant County.”

Jim was involved with starting the local Home

Builder’s Association, pushing for building plans and uti-

lizing architects. He served as subdivision committee

chairman for the state Home Builders Association,

worked with city and county subdivision laws and ordi-

nances, served on appeals boards, participated in sub-

division mediation and is the government affairs person

for the local association.

“I’ve been practicing for 43 years and am extremely

lucky to have my partner Sam who handles the bills,

specifications, etc., and very fortunate to find local engi-

neers who share similar ethics and work practices.”


TopicallyInjectible

MedicinesInjectible

Recent advances in medical techniques and technology have been phenomenal. Medical prod-ucts and services scarcely imagined a generation ago have become available nationwide. Thevast variety of healthcare options has, understandably, left most of us feeling encouraged butslightly confused.

An area of medicine that probably shoulders more than its share of public misinformation isthe field of medical aesthetics. Once thought to be exclusively intended for movie stars andpoliticians, this impressive list of products and services is treated with an air of mystery by themedia. Actually, the term simply refers to the healing of damaged skin.

“The skin is the body’s largest organ,” says Alexis Harsh, a certified nurse practitioner (CNP),“and its first line of defense against infection.” In her Silver City clinic, Alexis and nurse KristaWood, RN/BSN, began responding to the growing demand for affordable local medical aesthet-ics services four years ago. These days, in addition to pediatric and primary care, Alexis’ officealso provides relief to severe acne sufferers, children burdened by birthmarks, and an increas-ing number of patients with sun-damaged skin. Hair removal, vein, rosacea and cellulite treat-ments are offered as well. The technologies used include laser and intense pulsed light, micro-dermabrasion and topically injectible medicines. A careful look at the list of services would sug-gest that pigmented lesions caused by sunlight can actually be treated using a specific lightspectrum modeled after the same source. Is this true?

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opposite: Treating many forms of damaged skin, Krista Wood, RN/BSN and Alexis Harsh, CNP and owner, utilize numerous toolsand methods, including topically injectible medicines like Botox® Cosmetic.


“You’d better believe it,” Alexisreplies with enthusiasm. “Isn’t that fas-cinating?” She goes on to explain thatwhile broad-spectrum sunlight damagesthe exterior skin layer before reflectingaway, other derivative light spectrumspenetrate the deeper layers to promotehealing. What this means to the rest ofus is that there is finally an alternative tocutting, burning or freezing off skinlesions, all of which are methods thatcause scarring.

“Scar tissue is a modification ofhealthy skin,” says Alexis, “so we try toavoid creating more.” She reports thatacne sufferers see the positive resultsof a single treatment within a week.

Alexis and Krista would also like toshed a different sort of light on anotheraspect of aesthetics that is widely mis-understood: topically injectible medi-cines, including Botox® Cosmetic.

A purified natural protein substancefirst identified in 1895, Botox® hasbeen successfully used to treat a vari-ety of conditions and ailments aroundthe world, including spina bifida, backpain and migraines. There is no generic“botox.” Botox® is manufacturedexclusively by Allergans, Inc., which

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Skin rejuvenation with the Fotona ER:Yag Laser.The improvement of pigmentation, cyschromia,fine lines, significant wrinkles, scarring, texture andtightening are all possible. It is also used toremove benign lesions. The variable square puls-ing of the Er:Yag laser allows treatments to rangefrom non-abrasive to fully ablative and from coldablation to heat only therapies. The remarkable“smooth mode” is more controllable than plasmawith similar results. The Erbium albative settingsgive results similar to CO2 lasers with much lessdowntime. top: 85 year old woman: skin rejuvena-tion. Before: This woman has significant pigmenta-tion, skin laxity and texture issues. After: This isonly 6 weeks post treatment. Optimal results willbe at 3 months. center: 58 year old woman: skinrejuvenation. Before: Fine lines, wrinkles, poor tex-ture and skin laxity are all seen here. After: 6weeks after a single treatment. bottom: Benignmoles: Before: This woman has a number of pig-mented raised moles. These raised benign molesare common. After: Both the lip and neck molesare easily treated without scarring. This procedurewas less than 10 minutes in the office using theFotona Er:Yag laser and no aesthetics other thannon-contact cold air.

Already used by millions of people in theU.S., Botox® Cosmetic smoothes thosefacial frown lines that develop as we age,making us look old, stressed and mean.Administered by miniscule injections witha tiny needle, the protein blocks absorp-tion of neurological chemicals in the bodythat cause overactive facial muscles tocontract, creating lines and wrinkles. Therelaxed facial muscles retain a full range of

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above: Minimally invasive outpatient proceduresare utilized by Alexis Harsh and Krista Wood totreat skin concerns at their clinic. Alexis confirms,by the way, that twenty-five percent of their aes-thetics clientele are men.

natural motion without repeatedly creas-ing the skin’s surface.

“There’s no downtime with Botox®,”says Krista. She explains that adminis-tration of the medication is a minimallyinvasive outpatient procedure thatcauses only minor discomfort andrequires no recovery time. Beneficialresults can be seen in a few days andcan last for up to four months. As withall other aesthetics treatments avail-able through her practice, Alexis offersphoto documentation – actual ‘before’and ‘after’ pictures – demonstratingthe anticipated outcome.

Interestingly, Alexis and Krista esti-mate that 25 per cent of their aesthet-ics clientele are men.

“It’s not just a ‘woman’ thing,”Alexis confirms. “We all want to look

our best. Studies done with childrenverify that we all react to appearances.If we look good, we tend to feel good,so you might say that looking better isbetter. Aesthetics services are afford-able for most people who want them,so why not reap the benefits?”

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Dabove: Delivering local products on a daily basis are David Arballo, RAC Transport driver from Las Cruces; Hector Arriaga, co-ownerof Pan American Barber and Beauty Supply in El Paso; Michelle Geels, DHL International driver from Silver City; and Victor Holguin,Shamrock Foods driver from Deming.

istribution is one of the major factors that keeps America

strong and allows rural communities to become shining stars. We

rarely question why there are bananas in the grocery market every

day and heart-regulating medications at the pharmacies.

Silver City Life tips its hat to a few of the many drivers who strive

to deliver products on time and unbroken…and usually with a

smile, despite a fast-break pace that requires a lot of dedication.

They know the streets of Silver City and the outlying county roads

like the backs of their hands. They love the area and enjoy the peo-

ple they serve.

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Hector ArriagaPan American BeautyHector ArriagaWRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHEDBY JUDY DOUBRAVA

W hen mankind first set foot on the moon,

Hector Arriaga stepped into the beauty supply business. The year

was 1969 and he worked at a beauty supply store in El Paso

named Kole's. Hector and his brother, Willie, worked there for 12

years filling bottles with hair tonic and oil plus delivering supplies

to the various barber and beauty businesses in El Paso.

After the death of the Kole's owner , Hector and Willie decid-

ed to continue in beauty supply sales. They received a loan for

just $30,000 to launch their own endeavor, Pan American Barber

and Beauty Supply. In the beauty business, you have to be

accepted by a brand-name manufacturer to carry their

products. Since they were new, no supplier was

willing to give them this privilege, so they had to

sell the bare necessities: combs, brushes, rollers

and various generic hair creams and tonics.

Finally, a representative from Helene

Curtis recognized their sales potential and

gave them their start carrying 'label' prod-

ucts. After that, Sebastian, Wella and

Nucleic A products soon followed.

Hector has been the traveling sales

representative for Pan American for all of

southwest New Mexico for about 40 years.

Hector said, "I figured out my mileage recently

and I could have driven around the world twice!" The styl-

ists have come and gone, but once you know Hector there's

a special bond. “Clients aren’t clients anymore. They’re fam-

ily,” Hector states. Even customers have become acquaint-

ed with Hector from his frequent visits over the decades.

The Drifter Motel has been Hector’s other home on

his visits to Silver City. “They know when I’m coming

and they’ve booked the same room all this time."

Hector says, “Beauticians are like movie stars.” I had

to ask, “Why?” “Because of the high divorce rate,” he

says with a chuckle. He admits it was hard on his family at

first, being gone a lot, but everyone got used to his sched-

ule. Good thing because Hector wouldn't give up his long

distance 'family' for the moon.



David Arballo RAC TransportWRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHEDBY JOE BURGESS

David Arballo

I“I always wanted to drive a truck,”says David Arballo of RAC Transport. “Iwas raised in South-central California andwhen I was knee-high to my father, he letme drive a truck in the fields as vegeta-bles were loaded. It’s in my blood. I eventaught my 14 year-old sister to drivewhen I was only ten. Dad owned a truckcompany and my older brothers alsowent into trucking. When I retired as amachinist from Textron in California, Iattended the Swift driving school inPhoenix and earned my CDL-A license. InLas Cruces, I started driving a school busand passed the RAC terminal almostevery day for a year. In 1999, I jumped onan opening for RAC’s Silver City route.”

“I deliver to Silver City, Glenwood,Alma, Mule Creek and even to ranchesthat always seem to be five or six milesoff the pavement. We haul anything thatwill fit in a trailer. I’ve been caught up inlow hanging phone wires in Silver Cityand sometimes winter weather is a chal-lenge. Occasionally, I have had to askpeople to meet me at the bottom of a hill.People in the Silver City area havealways been very helpful.”

David’s family moved from California toLas Cruces where he attended CourtJunior High and Las Cruces High School.David was drafted and stationed at aGerman base near where his father hadserved during World War II.

“I had always wanted to come back toLas Cruces. In fact, I met my wife Nadineat church there many years before. Oneday I showed up at her door on my Harleyand wearing my leathers after drivingfrom California…scared her half to deathbefore she realized who it was. Wehaven’t turned loose since.”

Michelle GeelsDHL InternationalWRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY JOE BURGESS


Michelle Geels

Okay, so tell me again why this petite Australian-born lady with a college degreeis delivering freight for DHL International? “The only answer that I have,” replies MichelleGeels, “is that I love the rural interaction with people here. I like being outside and witnessingcommunity changes. I would never do this in the city, but in Grant County, it’s great.”

Michelle followed her family to Silver City in 1982. Her father was an engineer in the miningindustry. Her New Zealand mother decided to remain in Silver City and Michelle proceeded toearn a degree in art from Western New Mexico University.

In 1992, a friend mentioned that Airborne needed a part time driver.Michelle applied and a couple of hours per week soon became 35.“DHL bought Airborne in 2003,” Michelle added, “and our uniformsbecame much more colorful!”

“I deliver freight until the job’s done, whatever it takes. Wedeliver to both businesses and residential locations and bothovernight and ground shipments. Once I was given a box thatsmelled horribly bad and of course it was my last delivery. Itturned out to be dead crawdads. Another time I had a deliv-ery to a new subdivision that had no street signs and wastruly in the middle of nowhere. The lady was ecstaticabout my finding her home. She called to her husbandto witness their first delivery.”

“I love animals, but have learned to be very waryaround dogs. I never enter a fenced area with a‘beware’ sign. I have been chased and bitten…Ihave a few battle scars to show for it.”

Michelle’s mother became involved with Tourof the Gila in 1982, and Michelle, who hasdriven support vehicles for the race, is nowco-director along with Jack Brennan.

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Victor Holguin Shamrock FoodsWRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY JOE BURGESS

Victor Holguin

“The only thing I deliver to one of the area elementary schools,” saysShamrock Foods driver Victor Holguin, “is five 5-gallon buckets of pick-les…they love their pickles. I deliver food and anything related to food,like glassware and paper goods, to restaurants, schools and ice creamshops. In the summer, the deliveries are lighter…no school, no pickles.The busiest season is between Thanksgiving and New Year’s.”

Victor was born and raised in Deming. After driving for a local ranch-er and Maloof’s, he began hauling produce from the west coast to ElPaso Furr’s stores. Even just hauling between Phoenix and El Paso,Victor could never plan anything around his personal life. “When myfirst daughter was born, I began looking for a local driving job. Sincejoining Shamrock 15 years ago, I have really enjoyed delivering to thelocal area that includes Deming, Bayard, Silver City and Cliff. I have meta lot of good people in the Silver City area and I have family in Bayard.”

Victor drives about 600 miles/week x 50 weeks. “One year theroads were very snow-packed,” he states, “but I have actually encoun-

tered more delays because of wind and dust. On several occa-sions I had to wait in Hurley for winds to die down.”

“Shamrock stresses family ties andlooks out for us. The company also

encourages its drivers to participatein the annual Albuquerque truck-driv-ing competitions.” Victor has partic-ipated in ten state competitions, tak-ing first in six of them. The wins gavehim the opportunities to participate in

national competitions in Tampa,Columbus, Ohio, Atlanta and

twice in New Orleans.Victor hopes to put in

another ten yearswith Shamrock,and then trysomething new.But he con-fides that hetruly enjoyss t a y i n ghome andhanging outwith hiswife, Nina,daughtersSarah andBrianna andhis in-laws.


Microchip

Your PetIt's horrible to have a missing pet. Microchipping your pet is the newest way

to find lost pets. Nationally, only 17% of dogs and 2% of cats end up back withtheir owners by way of finding them at shelters or other means.

Collars can be ripped off. Tags can be lost as well. Having a microchip is goodinsurance for getting your pet back. The microchip is the size of a grain of ricethat is injected between the shoulders just under the skin.

Gila Animal Clinic offers this microchip service. There are two major compa-nies that serve as registries for microchips: Avid (www.avidmicrochip.com) andHome Again (www.homeagain.com). Through Home Again, the registration feeis $14.95. When you lose your pet, contact them and they will contact local shel-ters and veterinarian clinics in your area to let them know of your missing pet.

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above: Microchipping is the latest method for recovering lost pets. They are, after all, familymembers that simply find it difficult to request help.

Tin TinNancy & Archie Hogue

Nancy and Archie Hogue were mourning theloss of a beloved pet. Knowing that they couldnever find a replacement for their other littledog, they just wanted to look and see what theshelter had to offer. Nancy didn't have thecourage to walk down the row of dog kennelsuntil she heard her husband say, "Nancy, I thinkyou need to come see this little guy."

Tin Tin was an instant bond with his newfamily. When they brought him home, helooked around as if thinking, "Is this house real-ly all mine?"

Francis & CoffeeRinda Metz

Rinda Metz was advised to walk for thera-py after a back injury. She liked hiking butneeded help carrying supplies to remote loca-tions. She acquired her first llama to help withthese needs. "I just fell in love with them,"Rinda said. Of the six llamas she now has,four are rescued.

Most llamas that are rescued have a tenden-cy to come from people that do not have theresources to care for them. Rinda gives her lla-mas plenty of attention by taking them on packtrips into the wilderness. She also shears theirwool once a year and spins it into yarn.

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Callie & BleuNicole Robbins

Nicole Robbins, our Silver City/Grant CountyChamber of Commerce director is not only help-ing our community, but has also provided a homefor an unwanted dog. Nicole brought Callie to ourcommunity when she moved here, but adoptedBleu from the shelter to be her companion.

Bleu was very underweight and was turned inas a stray. Nicole guessed that he must havebeen previously owned because he could alreadysit and lie down on command. She wanted toname him 'Wilson' because he bounced just like aball, but settled on 'Bleu' because 'he just seemedso blue when I visited the shelter,' Nicole added.

Lizzie Doyne Wrealli

One night, a friend of Doyne Wrealli's foundhis dog playing with a ball of fluff. Doyne waspresented with a flea ridden, catatonic withfear, not-yet-weaned, bony, filthy kitten. Shehad been born feral under a trailer, and had ven-tured out, right into the dog's mouth.

Though not physically injured by the dog, shehad to be bottle fed until she caught onto eat-ing solid food, and had to overcome a boatloadof terror while she gained weight and lost fleasand worms. First called Little Bits, Elizabethbecame an exquisite long-haired lavender-pointSiamese with startlingly blue eyes.

KittyNancy & Tom Johnson

Even though her name is ordinary, Kitty isno ordinary cat. She appeared in the neighbor-hood and didn't seem to belong to anyone.Nancy's stepson, Tyler, noticed her hangingaround the house.

Kitty brings all sorts of creatures homeincluding mice and snakes. She helps with thegardening. Her special skill, though, is hiking."She follows right along on the trails," saysNancy as we walk along their driveway. Kittypauses occasionally to chase a lizard or two,then catches up with her humans.

Mr. BrunoWard Rudick

Mr. Bruno, formally known as Macho Man atthe shelter, was adopted out four or five times,but was returned each time. Two of Ward'sfriends adopted him for a short time and wereready to take him back to the shelter. Wardtook pity on Mr. Bruno and welcomed him tohis home with four other dogs. "It took aboutfour months to get him over his separation anx-iety," said Ward.

Mr. Bruno joins Boojie, Mr. Tickdawg, MissBlue and Spot who all have their own hearten-ing stories with happy endings since they'vemet Ward.

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outdoors

Dog PackingPacking

It was a greyhound named Goofy thattaught me the good sense in hiking with apack dog. He was a magnificent physicalspecimen and meanwhile I wasn’t getting anyyounger. Something clicked. I was thumbingthrough a CampMor catalog, spied a dog packfor sale, and ordered one out. Our first journeywas a revelation.

It was just a 3-day fishing trip along the GilaRiver but the hike in and out of the canyon is theroughest few miles of trail I know of in our localwilderness. I started out by loading Goofy’s food(a few pounds of high protein kibble) on one sideof his pack, with 4 apples and a water bottle onthe other side to balance the load – maybe a half-dozen pounds in all. He never fussed about car-rying the pack and I thought, “it’s not muchweight, but it’s six pounds I’m not carrying”.

On the hike out 3 days later all the food wasgone so I gave Goofy the cook gear. Now he hadmaybe a dozen pounds on his back instead ofmine and he still made the hike with ease. He wasgood company, gave me someone to talk to, andkept the bears and the coons out of our camp.

Goofy is gone to the happy hound huntinggrounds. Since then I have used a coonhoundnamed Ben as a packer and a saluki/greyhoundcross named Badger. But none has served any bet-ter than my current companion, Chance, a grey-hound/saluki/trailhound mix. He’s about 26” at thewithers and 60 lbs. and can easily carry 15-20lbs. on a pack trip.

Just like people, some dogs make goodpackers while others are worthless on thetrail. Some pets (and people) are just toolazy or out of shape to want to keep upwith the pace. Others are unreliable and

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may wander off and get lost. If the dogwanders off with some of your campingstuff in his pack you’re both in trouble.So a good pack dog is active, strong, ingood physical condition, and is the sortof companion that wants to be with youall the time. Most of the sporting,workingand hound breeds are good candidates.

I’d look for a dog that’s at least 24” atthe shoulder and 50 lbs. and up. A goodpack dog in top shape can carry one-fourth his weight and perhaps as muchas one-third, depending on the dog andthe difficulty of the hike. So take thetime to weigh your dog and weigh hispack. Start with a light load and someday hikes ‘till he gets the hang of it andworks himself into shape.

Dogs can’t carry tents, sleeping bags,and other bulky things very well. Theycan carry compact stuff, like their foodand yours, water bottles, cook gear,etc. Balance the load as best you canand watch him on the trail. If the load isheavy on one side, shift an apple or awater bottle or a couple of granola barsto even out the weight.

None of my dogs has shown anyresentment of the pack. We hike nomore than 5 hours a day anyway; therest of the time we are around camp orfishing and neither one of us is wearinga pack. I don’t work the dog any harderthan I work myself and I’m past the daysof trying to hike from dawn to dark.

A dog has always been a fine com-panion in the wilderness. A good packdog can lighten your load by 10 to 20lbs. and change your pack trip from awork session into a wilderness walk.

To find a dogpack, go to:campmor.com,or, cabelas.com,or, llbean.com.

Dutch Salmon can be reached at:[email protected].

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birding

SummerBirding

With the greater Silver City area being one of the best places

for seeing birds in the country, the summer season here offers a

plethora of species just ready for viewing.

this page: The Painted Redstart and opposite: Red-faced Warbler were photographed in the Pinos Altos mountains north of Silver City.

WRITTEN BY GENE LEWIS PHOTOGRAPHY BY DALE & MARIAN ZIMMERMAN

Some places are within a few miles such as Little

Walnut Picnic Area where Acorn Woodpeckers

should be easily seen along with such small birds as

Mountain Chickadees and Bushtits, or the larger

Mexican Jay.

Going another direction, above Pinos Altos at

Cherry Creek and McMillan campgrounds, the birds

have a different look. Some are spectacular like the

Painted Redstart, usually found not far from the

stream, and certainly not high in the trees like the

duller Olive Warbler. For contrast look for the Red-

faced Warbler, a real eye catcher, usually found in the

lower branches. One thing about the Red-faced

Warblers is that the males and females look alike. Not

so with the Western Tanager, he with the red hood

and she a duller, yellowish color. This area also has


Summer and Hepatic Tanagers, the

Summer more easily found along the

Gila River while the Hepatic likes higher

elevations. .

Summer features two specialties for

this part of the state. The Common

Black-Hawk will be along streams,

especially the Gila River where it

searches for frogs, minnows and per-

haps some crawdads. Last year one

was found along San Vicente Creek,

AKA The Big Ditch, and it has returned

this year as well.

Zone-tailed Hawks are found in more

upland areas, and seem to be fewer in

number, but they can be confused with

the Common Black-Hawk since both

are mostly black. Sometimes Zone-

tailed Hawks will be found soaring with

Turkey Vultures and Common Ravens

since they blend in well and potential

prey won’t be alerted to possible dan-

ger. Both of these black raptors are

exciting to find so keep looking for

them, and all the other specialties in

this birding paradise. Happy birding!

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Super

SalveTwenty years ago, passengers and crews on

extended Grand Canyon rafting trips were

experiencing a recurring, debilitating prob-

lem: foot fungus infections. One of the river

guides asked his

wife to formulate a

salve to heal the infections and prevent them

from returning. Clinical Herbologist Denise

Tracy-Cowan went to work on the prob-

lem, producing a salve that met unani-

mously positive results. She

soon found that she

could not make

enough of it to

meet the demand.

WRITTEN BY BRETT FERNEAUPHOTOGRAPHY BY JOE BURGESS & DENISE TRACY-COWAN

health & wellness


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above: Denise Tracy-Cowan, on the right, and her sister DeeAnn Tracy, onthe left, pose with their mother Phyllis Hogan. Denise and DeeAnn are bothgraduates of the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine and Phyllis estab-lished Winter Sun Trading Co. in Flagstaff.

This casual meeting between need and knowledge was the

beginning of the Super Salve Company® of Catron County,

New Mexico. Located near Mogollon, Denise’s factory

makes a wide variety of natural healing products, shipping

them to thousands of enthusiastic customers worldwide.

As exciting a tale of free enterprise as hers is, though, it

is not a story of overnight success. Both Denise and her sis-

ter DeeAnn Tracy are second-generation herbalists and

graduates of the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine.

Their mother, Phyllis Hogan, established Winter Sun Trading

Co., Inc. in Flagstaff, AZ in 1976.

Over time, the Super Salve® line has grown from one

product to 35, with four new products added this year. All

are Denise’s own formulas, with some collaboration by

DeeAnn. None of the products contain petrochemicals.

“Fresh is best,” Denise says, quoting a company slogan.

“Our goal is to keep prices reasonable and the quality the

best so that everybody can afford to use our products.”

The Super Salve Company® has nine employees, some of

whom have been there for 12 years. The firm was recently

hired to produce a private label salve for a national retailer.

“This has been an exciting year. In the last six months, my

amazing crew has filled 50,000 tubes of our salve for that

company,” Denise reports with pride.

Super Salve Company® products are locally available at

Dunn’s Nursery and the Silver City Food Co-op.


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