Travel

The Pecos Wilderness

Our photographer, Autumn Oglesby, captures a backpacking trip into the Pecos Wilderness Article by Santa Fe National Forest Supervisor’s Office | Photography by Autumn Oglesby The Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District is home to the iconic Pecos Wilderness, and the headwaters of the Pecos River originate from the district. A vast system of trails provides plenty of day hiking and backpacking for adventure seekers of all levels. Multiple campgrounds like Jack’s Creek, Iron Gate, and Panchuela make...

Food + Beverage

The Reimagined Thanksgiving Feast

Char Brings Elevated New Mexican to the Holiday Table Article by Samantha Anne Carrillo | Photography by courtesy of Char Come November, a twilit autumn palette colors the Sandia Mountains, and dining in downtown Albuquerque moves indoors. At the corner of Second Street NW and Copper Avenue, the historic Hotel Andaluz hosts Char, a restaurant where the flavors of a New Mexican holiday table arrive with a hint of smoke. Roasted chile, handmade tortillas, bizcochitos and natillas anchor the...

Entertainment

The Santa Fe Opera’s Apprentice Program for Singers

Bringing the next generation of voices to Opera Article by Richard Lakin | Photography by Marcos Romero, Tira Howard, Curtis Brown Photography Santa Fe Opera has named pianist and educator Kevin Murphy as Director of the Apprentice Program for Singers. Moreover, the company revealed that longtime Chorus Director Susanne Sheston will take on the newly created role of Associate Director. Murphy currently serves as Professor of Music in Collaborative Piano and Director of Coaching and Music...

Health + Wellness

Tamaya Horse Rehab

Giving Rescued Horses a Second Chance Article by Jill Robbins | Photography by Kayla Heston/ Shoot Straight Media A horseback ride can mean more than enjoying the outdoors and exploring a trail. At Tamaya Horse Rehab near Bernalillo, it can mean feeding a rescued horse, supporting its rehabilitation, and giving it a new purpose. Connie Collis, founder of Tamaya Horse Rehab and operator of The Stables at Tamaya, oversees a program built around that idea. The Stables, a for-profit riding...