The species name turneri is for Ted Turner, who owns the land where the fossil was found, and who granted access for the study.
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Do you love taking photos? Do you live in Southern New Mexico or are you visiting before November 8? This post is for you!
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When the thermometer reaches 90+ one might think twice about immersing in a hot springs bath, but there are ways to keep from overheating.
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Looking to get away for a long weekend with your love? A future visitor has put together a 4-day itinerary for your consideration.
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New Mexico is currently operating under the “Red to Green Framework.” For the past several weeks Sierra County has been in the safest tier, aka “Turquoise.”
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New Mexico is currently operating under the “Red to Green Framework.” (source: nmhealth.org) After a few relaxing weeks in the Turquoise tier, Sierra County was demoted two tiers, to Yellow, on April 21. Counties at the Yellow Level have either a new COVID-19 case incidence rate of no greater than 8 cases per 100,000 inhabitants […]
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Reservations for camping on the beach are available at all of Sierra County’s State Parks.
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March in Sierra County New Mexico: Spaceport Tours reopen, State Parks are open to all, a couple of events and planned, and we are cautiously optimistic!
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Thanks to Skip “The Barber“ Bennett for these beautiful photos, all shot near Kingston, of the Black Range Mountains after the big snow of Valentine’s Day 2021.
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Thanksgiving is upon us – take this time to get out into our beautiful environment, or to get in on new opportunities available locally.
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Pickamania weekend is September 11-13 and will be streamed on Facebook. And local restaurants are open-er.
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One day we will gather, walk around freely (unmasked!), and maybe even hug again, and we’ll probably appreciate those activities so much more, having lived through this very strange 2020.
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Information on Sierra County restaurant operations and closures during the coronovirus pandemic. Restaurants are able to reopen at 50% capacity as of June 1, 2020.
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A list of events in Sierra County New Mexico – live music, performance, annual events, weekly events (Spaceport America, yoga classes, etc).
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“Being Rose” was filmed in Truth or Consequences and the surrounding county. It stars Cybill Shepherd, Pam Grier, and James Brolin.
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Scenes from past years’ Annual Gathering of Quilts at Ralph Edwards Auditorium and the Wood Carvers Display right next door:
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Consult our list of attractions and activities if you never want to run out of things to do in Truth or Consequences and Sierra County!
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West Lakeshore Trail, 5 miles from Truth or Consequences, hugs the western shoreline of Elephant Butte Lake, spanning a 12-mile stretch of scenic desert landscape.
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Save some holiday shopping for these special events sponsored by Sierra County’s artists, crafters, business owners and organizations.
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News from another century: we enjoyed seeing a few pages from the Sierra County Advocate’s April 19, 1907 issue.
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Three wineries in Sierra County – Shattuck Vineyards in Caballo, Black Range Vineyards in Hillsboro, & Point Blanc Winery in Truth or Consequences – sell local wine and offer wine tastings.
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Ted Turner Enterprises’ ecotours in Sierra County take guests to areas of unspoiled beauty. This video offers a preview.
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Sierra County has some charming restaurants that are off the beaten path. Enjoy a scenic drive to these dining spots in Hillsboro, Chloride and Arrey.
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Stephen King in Truth or Consequences? Yes, that happened, on November 19, 1983.
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Downtown Truth or Consequences has two new Visitor Centers located in the heart of the hot springs district. The Spaceport America Visitor Center and the Geronimo Trail VIsitor Center opened to the public on June 26.
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The City of Truth or Consequences, with enthusiastic support from the New Mexico Historic Preservation Office, is currently overseeing revisions to the Lee Belle Johnson Center, which is set to open in late June as an interim Spaceport America Visitor Center.
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The City Pool uncovers in the hot springs district while a BMX bike track debuts on south Broadway.
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A new commercial for Truth or Consequences, its downtown, and ten wonderful hot spring spas.
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Two historical societies, some fabulous museums (Geronimo! Pioneer Store!) and the Kingston Spit and Whittle Club keep history alive in Sierra County.
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Hot news in the old hot springs district!
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Truth or Consequences New Mexico and the nearby historic mining town of Chloride receive the New Mexico True Television treatment.
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Video of Virgin Galactic’s & SpaceShipTwo’s Third Powered Flight, which happened on January 14, 2014.
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Whether you’re highly adventurous or a newbie, chances are good you’ve done it at Elephant Butte Lake State Park – by “it” we mean you’ve gotten your vehicle stuck in the sand and had to dig yourself out, or get someone to help you dig out. It’s almost a rite of passage for newcomers to […]
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On Truth or Consequences’ hot springs, holistic healing, and how those two things have complemented one another for…ever.
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So many of us have been there. At the lake, where there’s all that lovely sandy beach. And you can drive on it! Or can you? Truth is, it is all too easy to get your vehicle stuck.
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New Years Day hikes at Elephant Butte Lake – one at Luchini Nature Trail, the other on the historic Elephant Butte Dam which has been closed to traffic since September 11, 2001.
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Did you know that Monticello New Mexico, located in the northwest quadrant of Sierra County, is where some of the best organic balsamic vinegar on the planet is made? It’s true! The Darland Company LLC makes America’s only traditional-style, organic, aged balsamic vinegar. The Wall Street Journal featured a story about the company and their […]
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Having knocked out 21 consecutive soaks, Ruanna Waldrum assesses the results.
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According to Vince, “It’s a charming little town where you go to take the waters.”
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Boat, float, swim, splash, fish, sunbathe, build a sand castle, relax.
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Times are you can, other times are you can’t. Either way Caballo Lake provides a nice contrast to its bigger more popular counterpart up-river.
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If you’re in Winston, check out the old carriage house. We are pretty sure you’ve never seen anything quite like it.
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It’s true. There really is a restaurant floating around out on the lake during summer months.
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Winding up the “21 day soaking regimen” at Riverbend Hot Springs’ public pools – 5 temperatures to choose from with gorgeous river views, not bad!
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Learning the hard way that soaking should never be though of as an endurance contest.
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Pre-Fiesta escape to peace and quiet at La Paloma Hot Springs & Spa.
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Sierra Grande Lodge’s Spirit Bath is big, beautiful, and is filled by a mineral waterfall. Also – jets!
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Visit to the indoor baths at Hay-Yo-Kay – and yes, you WILL sleep better after bathing in the hot springs of Truth or Consequences!
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Schedule time before or after your bath at the Charles Motel & Spa to check out the gift shop.
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The bad news: Pelican Spa’s baths are for Lodging Guests only. The good news – Pelican Spa has more than 25 lodging rooms!
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A trip to Blackstone’s extremely popular Wet Room – mineral bath + steam room!
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The Rio bath, one of Riverbend Hot Springs’ beautiful private pools (with a view of the Rio Grande!).
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Sunny, warm and breezy: a perfect day to try out Fire Water Lodge’s outdoor bath.
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Soaking it up at the uber-authentic Artesian Mineral Baths.
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Indian Springs’ large bath provides much-needed recovery from terrorists. #dramaqueen
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A mini vacation on the roof of the Charles Motel & Spa.
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The Long House at Hay-Yo-Kay, plus a lot of information about Truth or Consequences hot springs, not to be confused with mineral baths.
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Blackstone HIstoric baths – best kept secret of the budget-friendly half-hour soak in T or C?
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Hanging out (literally) in one of La Paloma Hot Springs’ private artesian baths.
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A luxurious soak in the beautiful Mineral Bath at the Sierra Grande Lodge and Spa.
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Day 4 takes me to Indian Springs small bath – a first for me! It’s a perfect soaker for a party of one.
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Fire Water’s baths are normally for Fire Water Lodgers only, but I’m given a free pass as part of the “21 soaks” project.
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The Charles was built in the 1930s and while it has been updated, the pink-tiled baths in the ladies’ hot spring bathing area retain their historic feel.
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Day One of the 21 day soaking adventure begins at Blackstone Hotsprings’ Historic Bath #2.
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The website for one of our local hot spring spas says this: “Local legend has it that taking the waters 3 times a day for 21 days in a row will cure anything that ails you.” That’s a cool legend, right? But…is it true?
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BANA’s mission is to support the research, information exchange, and education of the health benefits of natural mineral waters.
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Check out these cool formations in the local landscape: Turtle Mountain, Elephant Butte, and the Sleeping Indian.
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It’s a great story. But it wasn’t really a hospital.
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Truth or Consequences, the town named after a game show, was called Hot Springs until 1950. Piping hot mineral water is still available at 10 downtown spas.
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Excerpt from the narrative: “The early Spanish settlers built a stockade here and called this place ‘Los Ojos Calientes de Las Palomas (Hot springs of the Doves).”
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