Visitor Guide

angel
fire
2013
Visitor Guide
Welcome
HIGHS AND LOWS
JANUARY
44º
TO
10º
FEBRUARY
40º
TO
5º
MARCH
50º
TO
15º
APRIL
55º
TO
18º
MAY
60º
TO
30º
JUNE
70º
TO
35º
JULY
78º
TO
45º
AUGUST
78º
TO
45º
SEPTEMBER
72º
TO
30º
OCTOBER
65º
TO
25º
NOVEMBER
50º
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20º
DECEMBER
45º
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15º
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here are many different ways in which guests
are made welcome in someone’s home—in the
case of Angel Fire, “welcome” is encompassed in
a dynamic interplay of elements. Pyrotechnic sunsets
f ire-branding the mountain peaks red and gold;
sprawling wilderness that beckons contemplation and
exploration; the natural high born of breathing fresh
mountain air. It is also easy to feel good in a community that is rich in laid-back charm and easygoing
folks. A visit to Angel Fire is not simply about “getting
away,” but also about getting back to yourself. Renewal
and revitalization; R & R with a high-altitude twist.
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THE LONE RANGER, FILMED
IN ANGEL FIRE, HITS THE
SCREEN THIS YEAR!
As a premiere family destination, Angel Fire’s “youth
movement” runs through all four seasons, with
numerous opportunities for the young, and the young
at heart, to stay actively engaged. You can say that
our town’s resounding “welcome,” translates into an
invitation for all f ive of your senses to experience
nature, southwestern-style. Indulge freely.
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Winter
Skiing
Snowboarding
Snowshoeing
Sledding
Nordic Skiing
Tubing
Snowmobiling
Sleigh Rides
Ice Fishing
Snowbiking
Build a Snowman
Tele Trekking
W
hen winter arrives in Angel Fire, the
landscape is transformed into a massive
playground for kids of all ages. With over
210 inches of annual snowfall—not to mention extensive snowmaking—there are many ways in which
to experience the upside and the down-slide of
mountain fun. There are 76 ski trails—covering all
different skill levels—30 acres of gladed tree skiing, snowshoeing,
snowskating, snowbiking, snowmobiling, sleigh rides, and horseback
riding. Riders can get aerodynamically creative in the two award-winning
freestyle terrain parks. Around Angel Fire, you can trek into national
forests or high mountain meadows on backcountr y skis, snowshoes or
snowmobiles. If you’re heading into unfamiliar terrain, get a guide.
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ANGEL FIRE HAS HOSTED THE WORLD
FREESTYLE SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS, THE
USASA SNOWBOARD NATIONALS AND
WORLD SHOVEL RACE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Tubing enthusiasts, take note: Angel Fire is home to
the Polar Coaster, the biggest tubing park in the Southern Rockies. Cast your line in an alternative direction
and tr y ice f ishing in nearby Eagle Nest Lake. When it’s
time to come in from the cold, frothy hot chocolate or
a honey-infused hot toddy, enjoyed by the f ireside, will
warm the bones. Until you’re ready to resume playing
in the snow.
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Spring, Summer, Fall
Rafting
Rock Climbing
Hiking
Chairlift Rides
Motorcycle Riding
Bird Watching
Four Wheeling
ATV Tours
Golfing
Fishing
Hunting
Horseback Riding
Tennis
Disc Golf
Playgrounds
Picnics
Photography
Live Music
Theatre
Art Exhibits
W
hen the mountains trade in their winter-coats and “go
green” for the warmer seasons, another side of Angel Fire
springs to life. A time when wildf lowers become all the rage
and then later, aspens blaze orange and yellow. Natural splendors and
sensual delights ser ve as the perfect backdrop for a slew of recreational
options. A golfer’s paradise exists in Angel Fire’s 18-hole PGA Championship Course. If you’re in the market for the “wheel deal,” world-
Wildlife
class mountain biking trails will get you rolling. Want to put a little zip
Star Gazing
and crackle into your vacation? Angel Fire’s new Zipline Adventure
Tour allows “gliders” to get their express on, and
travel from tree to tree in heart-pumping fashion.
How else to enjoy our jewel-of-a-community? Let
us count the ways: f ishing, hunting, bird-watching,
rafting, tennis, picnicking, off-roading, ATV tours,
horseback riding, scenic chairlift rides, and photo-
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TRAIN ROBBER BLACK JACK
Ketchum and his hole-inthe-Wall gang hung out
AT A LOCAL SALOON
ops galore. The perennial sunshine co-mingled with
the cool mountain air, is ideal climate for hiking, and
there’s an abundance of trails—both in town and nearby
—that will bring you up-close and personal with the
rugged beauty of the high countr y.
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Back to Nature
elK (Wapiti) herds in
THE MORENO VALLEY
NUMBER UP TO 900
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ome spring, you’ll be f ired up to explore nature’s many trails.
Whether a light stroll or demanding workout, there are plenty of
places to go. At our high altitude, your heart will pump a little
harder especially if you bust a herd of elk in the woods. Wildf lowers peak
in July. Fall colors hit their high notes in late September. So, load up
on water and sunscreen and plan for sudden weather changes. Wherever
your GPS steers you, leave only footprints behind.
Easy to moderate hikes
Oeste Vista Trail – Starts across from the Countr y
Club entrance on Hwy 434. From information sign,
head east on dirt road, then right at the trailhead.
Sendro del Sol – Starts east of intersection of North
Angel Fire Road and Hwy 434. Extends to Olympic
Park; Bobcat Trail creates a loop.
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Palo Flechado Pass – Roundtrip is 2.5 miles.
Enter through gate and pass through rustic fence
(.25 m). Continue, pass the pond on left (.2 m),
and follow trail into forest.
Woop De Do Extension – Roundtrip is 3.6 miles
(biker’s favorite). From intersection at south end
of Loop trail, continue south to fork in trail with
Lake and Lady Slipper – Start at Monte Verde
arrow pointing right (.1 m), but take left trail to
Lake boat ramp, follow west shore, connect at
gate (1.8 m). Return to trailhead.
Alpine Lake Way.
Clear Creek – Roundtrip is three hours, super
Greenbelt Complex – Follows Deer, Elk and
popular hike with multiple waterfalls. Park at
Bear Trails, connected by Coyote Trail on the
mile marker 292 on US Highway 64 in Cimarron
west. Bobcat Trail borders on the east.
Canyon. Trailhead is on the other side of the log
Nearby hikes
with water running through it.
Elliott Barker – A premier trail 1.4 miles west
More trails – Bull Springs, La Jara, Middle Fork
of Hwy 64/434 intersection. Nine miles from
Lake, Horseshoe Lake, Lost Lake.
parking area to Apache Pass and back.
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Angel Fire Resort
INFORMATION
575-377-6401
SNOW REPORT
575-377-4222
RESERVATIONS
800-633-7463
LONESOME DOVE WITH
ROBERT DUVALL AND
TOMMY LEE JONES WAS
FILMED AT ANGEL FIRE
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ith its inspiring architecture and breathtaking views of Wheeler Peak, the Countr y
Club has earned its reputation as Angel
Fire Resort’s signature edif ice. The 27,000 square
foot building boasts numerous amenities including
a well-appointed grand hall, intimate private dining
rooms, an indoor swimming pool and state-of-
the-art f itness and golf facilities. Fine dining is available upstairs at
Elements restaurant, which features a seasonally-rotating menu prepared
from scratch with the best fresh and local ingredients on the market.
Adjoining Elements is an upscale bar with a patio, where patrons can
truly enjoy those spectacular vistas of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
www.angelf ireresort.com
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Weddings
Elements Dining Room
Elements Bar & Lounge
Par & Grill
Fitness Center
Indoor Pool
Membership Privileges
Angel Fire Resort property owners are our valued members and have
Locker Rooms
Fitness Classes
access to a wide array of amenities including skiing, golf, f ishing, tennis
Golf Shop/Gift Shop
and more. With its many benef its, the Angel Fire Resort Membership
Putting, Chipping Greens
is one of the best valued memberships available for the recreational
Championship 18 hole
enthusiast. Levels var y from Base to Platinum Membership which
extends complimentar y golf and preferred tee times, unlimited skiing,
Golf Course
private pool and f itness center hours, 20% discounts at all resort venues,
and VIP access to make ever yday activities more convenient.
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The Arts
ANGEL FIRE HAS HOSTED
MUSIC FROM ANGEL FIRE
SINCE 1984
MISSOULA
CHILDREN’S THEATRE
June 17 – 22
ARTSFEST
July 13 – 14
MFAF FESTIVAL
August 16 – Sept. 1
ARTS ABOUT TOWN
August 31 – Sept. 1
Music from Angel Fire
Join us in celebrating our 30th Anniversar y of bringing great chamber
music to Angel Fire, Taos, Raton and Las Vegas. Renowned artists…
passionate performances…works by classical and contemporar y masters…
Chick Corea Composer-in-Residence…Young Artists from the Curtis
Institute of Music…educational outreach…all under the artistic direction
of Ida Kavaf ian. 575-377-3233, www.MusicFromAngelFire.org
Moreno Valley Arts Council
Working to foster the creative spark in ever yone,
through the arts and humanities, the Moreno Valley
Arts Council presents a full season of entertainment
and events in music, theatre, art festivals, performance
series and educational programs. MVAC... celebrating
the arts for over 30 years. Events: Missoula Children’s
Theatre, Artsfest, Arts About Town and seasonal
exhibits. See Calendar. 575-377-6273, www.morenovalleyarts.org
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Vietnam Memorial
A
fter learning of their son David’s death in Vietnam, the Dr. Victor
Westphall family founded the Vietnam Veterans Peace and
Brotherhood Chapel on a hill looking south to Angel Fire. It
became the nation’s f irst Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Today, a state park
with free admission, it has a national reputation as an invaluable site for
veterans of all wars and their families. Since 1968, well over two million
visitors have come. While the chapel, always open to the public, nurtures
the emotional and spiritual setting of the place, the Visitor Center feeds
the imagination of what it was like to ser ve in Vietnam. Photographs,
banners, video, soldier artifacts f ill the 6000 square foot center. Outside
is a Huey helicopter. Guided tours available. Visitor Center open 9-5 daily.
Limited winter hours. 575-377-6900, www.vietnamveteransmemorial.org
Veterans Wellness & Healing Center
Targeting the need to treat veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress,
local leaders founded the National Veterans Wellness and Healing Center,
helping veterans face their fears. The center focuses on creative therapies,
healing mind, body and spirit. www.veteranswellnessandhealing.org
Run for the Wall
May 17 – 18
Memorial Day Weekend
May 25 – 27
Flag Retirement
Ceremony
July 6
Memorial Brick Laying
August 31
National POW/MIA
Recognition Day
September 20
Dr. Victor Westphall
Centennial Birthday
October 13
Veterans Day
November 11
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Groups & Conferences
Military Reunions
Conferences
Destination Weddings
Family Get-Togethers
Anniversaries
Youth Groups
Ski Clubs
Board & Staff Retreats
Client Meetings
School Reunions
RV Travel Groups
ANGEL FIRE HAS HOSTED
MOUNTAIN BIKE WORLD CUP
AND US PRO TOUR EVENTS
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tunning scener y sets the stage for a great wedding at the ski area
summit, Monte Verde Lake, Countr y Club, The Lodge at Angel
Fire, or Angel Fire Community Center.
Angel Fire Community Center
Our fantastic 10,000 square foot community center
features a multi-purpose room with 6000 square feet of
meeting space, a commercial kitchen and two additional
meeting/banquet rooms. The grand Rotunda Room
has expansive and spectacular views of Wheeler Peak
and the Moreno Valley. The Community Center’s cool
playground is a blast for kids, and our picnic area is the perfect spot for
a family get-together under the pines. The entire facility or individual
rooms are available for booking at reasonable rates. 575-377-1544
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Calendar
January
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27 – 29
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Polar Bear Plunge, Eagle Nest Lake State Park
Big Ol’ Texas Weekend
UNM Corporate Cup Race
February
8–9
10
12
19
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Angel Fire Shovel Race Championships
Mardi Gras Parade
Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday Celebration
Snow Kite Challenge, Eagle Nest Lake
MVAC Winter Exhibit
March
9 – 16
24
Fiesta Del Sol Spring Break
Closing Day, Angel Fire Ski Area
May
10
17
17 – 18
25 – 27
29-31
Angel Fire Golf Course Opens
Angel Fire Bike Park Opens
Run For The Wall
Memorial Day Ceremonies,
Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park
NM State Garden Clubs Convention
June
7–9
17 – 22
22 – 23
22 – 30
29 – 30
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TBA
Chile Challenge Mountain Bike Festival
Missoula Children’s Theatre
Angel Fire Endurance Run
Mountain Man Rendezvous, Eagle Nest
Rough Riders 200
Angel Fire Flea Market
Kite Festival
August
2–4
16 – Sept.1
30 – Sept.1
30 – Sept.1
TBA
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MTB Gravity National Championships
Music from Angel Fire Chamber Festival
Angel Fire Freeride Festival
Miss NM Saloon Girl, Eagle Nest
Live Theatre Performances
Memorial Brick Laying Ceremonies,
Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park
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Bikes, Blues and Brews
31 – Sept.1 Angel Fire Parade of Homes
31 – Sept.1 Wheeler Peak Softball Tournament
31 – Sept.1 Arts About Town
September
21 – 29
Fish Fest, Eagle Nest Lake State Park
October
6–7
TBA
TBA
FlyDogz Fiesta Disc Dog Competition
Fall Exhibit
Crash the Course 8K Walk/Run
November
9
11
July
December
4
4th of July Extravaganza, Eagle Nest
13 – 14
Angel Fire ArtsFest
20
Angel Fire Garden Tour
27 – 28
High Country Arts Festival, Eagle Nest
TBA
Trash to Treasures Flea Market
Fridays in July Movies Under The Stars
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15 – 16
23 – 25
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31
Calling All Flakes Celebration
Veterans Day Program,
Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park
Angel Fire Ski Area
opens for its 47th Season
Angel Fire Holiday Market
Ski and Snowboard with Santa
Torchlight Parade and Fireworks,
Angel Fire Ski Area
Torchlight Parade and Fireworks,
Angel Fire Ski Area
Dates subject to change.
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Town Map
ONE OF THE LAST GRIZZLY
BEAR SIGHTINGS IN NEW
MEXICO WAS IN ANGEL FIRE
70 YEARS AGO
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Enchanted Circle
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FREE STUFF
Hunt for arrowheads
Information
Hike local trails
Getting Here
Snag crawdads
From Albuquerque or from the north, drive to Taos and turn east at the
View wildlife
Taos Visitor Center onto Bypass 585. Follow the signs through scenic
Breathe pure air
Taos Canyon, over Palo Flechado Pass, and down into the spectacular
Moreno Valley.
Pan for gold
Pick berries
Hunt mushrooms
Airport
Angel Fire Airport, operated by Colfax County, is located one mile
north of town. The 8900’ runway has pilot radio-activated runway lights.
Movies under stars
Elevation is 8382’ with prevailing westerly winds. Fuel: 100LL and Jet
Wildflower tour
A. Long-range plans include more hangars, fuel farm and runway work.
Kids fish at Oly Park
575-377-0526
Stargaze
High-Altitude
Snowball fight
Drink water, and lots of it. Use sunscreen, as there is 30% less protection
Fling frisbees
from the sun’s rays at 8,000+ feet. Be conscientious about your alcohol
Bird watch
Read at the library
Tour aspens
Vietnam Memorial
intake, especially when f irst arriving. Understand that higher altitude
impacts heart rate and respirator y functions. Listen to your body and go
at your own pace.
Community Foundation
Originating in 1978, the Angel Fire Community Foundation has a goal
Torchlight parades
of improving quality of life for residents and visitors. The Founda-
Holiday fireworks
tion helps connect donor charitable giving goals with vital community
Photograph scenery
needs. Over $500,000 has been allocated to health and human services,
Gallery openings
arts and culture, education and literacy and youth and family ser vices.
Visit www.angelf irecommunity.org
Live music
Sunrises & sunsets
Softball games
Play soccer
Hunting and Fishing
Northern New Mexico offers some of the f inest hunting and f ishing
in the Rocky Mountains. An abundant variety of game includes mule
deer, elk, pronghorn antelope, turkey, cougar and bear – all native to this
region. Our local waters contain numerous species of trout – rainbow,
brown, brook, lake and cutthroat along with kokanee salmon, perch,
walleye and northern pike. www.wildlife.state.nm.us/index.htm
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What’s Online
Get Your Wild On
Visit www.getyourwildoninangelf ire.org and shoot photos or a video
on a trip to Angel Fire to enter a contest with thousands of dollars of
prizes. Angel Fire Village, the Chamber of Commerce, Angel Fire Resort,
Music from Angel Fire, Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the Moreno Valley
Arts Council are sponsoring the contest running through September.
Check out the website for details on how to enter. You could be the grand
prize winner!
A FIVE CARD STUD HAND
BROKE A TIE BETWEEN
COUNCILORS IN ANGEL FIRE’S
FIRST ELECTION
Angel Fire Daydream
Visit www.AngelFireFun.com to view a stor yline video about a boy
daydreaming in class who takes a fantasy trip around Angel Fire.
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Day Trips
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CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS HERE
INCLUDE JOHNNY DEPP,
CLINT EASTWOOD, GENE
HACKMAN, HARRISON FORD,
JULIA ROBERTS AND OTHERS
ithin New Mexico, known as The Land
of Enchantment, one of its most famous
designated scenic byways is called the
Enchanted Circle. Explore the 83-mile loop through
mountains, valleys, mesa, and national forest – anchored
by Wheeler Peak, highest in the state. Cultural and recreational activities are endless – discover what makes this
region so spectacular.
Heading north – Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park, Eagle Nest,
Elizabethtown (Wheeler Peak behind), Bobcat Pass, Red River, Questa,
Red River Fish Hatcher y and Wild Rivers Recreation Area.
East of Eagle Nest – Cimarron State Park, The Palisades, historic
Cimarron and St. James Hotel, Philmont Scout Ranch, the largest private
backpacking facility in the world, Valle Vidal.
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More Attractions – Eight Northern Pueblos,
Ojo Caliente Hot Springs, High Road to Santa
Fe, Bandelier National Monument, Puye Cliff
Dwellings, Cumbres & Toltec Railroad, Ghost
Ranch Living Museum, Artistic Vistas and
Treasures Art Trail.
South of Angel Fire – Black Lake, (f ilm site
for Lonesome Dove), Coyote Creek State Park,
Victor y Alpaca Ranch, Salman Ranch, a large
raspberr y farm, Mora, Las Vegas, Fort Union
National Monument.
Winding west – Palo Flechado Pass, Taos Canyon,
Taos and Taos Plaza, San Francisco de Asis
Church, Taos Pueblo, Rio Grande Gorge Bridge,
Taos Ski Valley.
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Lodging
Group Discounts
Laundry Facilities
Some Units
Pets Allowed
Fees May Apply
Fireplace / Woodstove
Some Units
WIFI / DSL
Some Units
Handicap Accessible
Some Units
Active Duty Military
& Veterans Discounts
LODGING PROPERTY
Unit Sizes
Smoke Free Units
Available
Kitchens
Available
Hot Tub or Pool
Available Some Units
GANGSTERS PRETTY BOY FLOYD
AND BABY FACE NELSON
VISITED A LOCAL LODGE
KNOWN AS THE ICE PALACE
Angel Fire Homes Property Management
888-308-3917, 575-541-3014 www.afrentals.com
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888-387-6767, 575-377-6749 www.angelfiremountainrentals.com
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Angel Fire NM Condos
505-681-9450 www.angelfirenmcondos.com
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800-633-7463, 575-377-6401 www.angelfireresort.com
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877-377-1942, 575-377-1942 www.angelfire-rentals.com
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Elk Horn Lodge
575-377-2811 www.elkhornlodgenm.com
Hotel Rooms
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855-662-8152, 575-377-1166 www.kokoproperty.com
1-5B Condos
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Monte Verde RV Park/Campground
575-377-3404 www.monteverderv.com
RV/Tent Spaces
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North Country Property Management
800-284-0378, 575-377-6651 www.aboutnorthcountry.com
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Resort Properties of Angel Fire
800-338-2589, 575-377-2312 www.resortpropertiesofangelfire.com
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866-377-1747, 940-779-9291 www.vrbo.com/52568
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800-633-7463, 575-377-6401 www.angelfireresort.com
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IT’S Your turn
Bold. Beautiful. Obtainable. We’ve got you covered.
General Real Estate
Construction
Property Management
Edd Geoffroy
Qualifying Broker
575-377-1113
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Live, Work, Play
THE VALLEY OF THE UTES
WAS ONCE AN ANCIENT UTE
BURIAL GROUND
A
ngel Fire is an ideal place to live and raise a
family. It’s not just beautiful here, we have
cr ystal clear air year around. After work,
you can get out and enjoy the climate and clear your
mind. We have four distinct, spectacular seasons, and
it’s nearly always sunny; we’re at the same latitude as
Mykonos, Greece. You can zip from home to work in
just a few minutes with no stop lights. In Angel Fire, the only traff ic jam
happens when ever yone stops for a herd of elk crossing the road.
Lifestyle
The lifestyle here is lively! Hiking, biking, f ishing, skiing and snowboarding, 4-wheeling, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and much more.
Besides our famous elk, deer, bobcats, turkey and yes, the occasional
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Education
You don’t have to live in a large city to give your
children a top-notch education. Our elementary and
middle school is acknowledged as one of New
Mexico’s most innovative, and Moreno Valley High
School is one of the nation’s top-ranked charter
high schools. Students love the four day week.
bear are likely to share your yard. Birds of all
colors, bald eagles to hummingbirds, are abundant in the area. In Angel Fire, we have peace and
quiet. Forget honking horns, sirens, and the fastpaced city life. Instead, sit outside and count the
stars or listen to the elk bugle. Angel Fire is home
to artists, writers and internet professionals. When
you have scener y like ours, it doesn’t take much
to become inspired and create your next masterpiece. You’re family in Angel Fire. We’re informal
and personal, with a strong sense of community.
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THE EARLY RESIDENTS OF
ANGEL FIRE WERE APACHE
AND UTE TRIBES
Live, Work, Play
Health Care
Our Moreno Valley Health Care Clinic is staffed
prosper. Unlike so many parts of New Mexico,
by medical professionals including a doctor, phy-
the Village of Angel Fire has suff icient water
sician’s assistant and nurses. It is equipped with
rights to support continuing residential and com-
X-ray and other typical clinic services. Our local f ire
mercial growth.
department has ambulances and a highly trained
EMT staff. Just a half-hour away, Holy Cross
Ignite your Spirit
Hospital in Taos is a 47-bed acute care facility.
You can be your own boss. Sure, you can work
We have a dentist, too. And your pets will be
for one of our local businesses, and we have some
reassured to know there’s also a local veterinarian.
great ones here. Angel Fire can always use more
businesses, so perhaps it’s time to ignite your
Business Friendly
entrepreneurial spirit. If you have something
Our community is committed to an economic
specif ic in mind, we can help link you with
development strategic plan that encourages busi-
resources to make your dream a reality.
ness growth and supports business retention. Our
Village leadership and Chamber of Commerce are
Dining and Shopping
committed to helping local businesses get start-
Fine dining, New Mexican, pizza joint or picnic
ed and keep going. You’ll f ind them approachable
in the park, Angel Fire has cuisine choices for
and willing to work creatively to ensure a local
different tastes. Scope out the shopping scene
environment that enables businesses to grow and
from unique ski shops to chic boutiques.
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HORSES
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the Enchanted Circle.
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575.377.2626
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YEAR ROUND HORSEBACK RIDING
Rides Hourly or Daily
Breakfast or Dinner • Overnights
Horse Drawn Wagons & Sleigh Rides
Roadrunner Tours Ltd
575-377-6416
www.rtours.com
ELK HORN LODGE
575-377-2811
www.elkhornlodgeangelfire.com
BIG RIVER
RAFT TRIPS
KELLER
Rio Grande Gorge
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YOU CAN’T MISS US!
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POPULATION
From US Census Bureau,
ACCORDING TO LEGEND,
THE UTE CALLED THE GLOW
AGAINST AGUA FRIA PEAK
THE “FIRE OF THE GODS.”
Census 2010
Angel Fire total population
– 1216
New Mexico has 17 people
per square mile versus the
national average of 87.4
DEMOGRAPHICS
Melting Pot
In the American way, Angel Fire is a melting pot. Some of our families
INCOME
have been here for generations, but many residents have deliberately
Median household income
moved here from other parts of the countr y, even other nations, because
– $50,417
Mean household income
– $64,426
TAXES
New Mexico ranks 40th
it’s such a great place to live. They’ve brought their business acumen,
their artistic skills, and a wealth of knowledge, experience and creativity.
Staying Green
Reduce, reuse, recycle. Angel Fire is doing its part as guardian of the
in the nation in
planet with an active recycling program: cardboard, aluminum, plastic,
property taxes
scrap metal, batteries, paper, glass and magazines. Recycling trailers are
New Mexico ranks 33rd
in the nation in personal
income taxes
located around town. 575-377-6967
Shuter Library
Our local librar y, rated one of the highest performing libraries of its size
in the nation, ser ves over 20,000 visitors each year. With a collection of
over 10,000 books and wif i ser vices, it is an integral part of the community conducting children and youth programs and numerous fund raising
efforts, administered by a director and an active group of volunteers.
State Parks
Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park, 575-377-2293
Cimarron Canyon State Park, 575-377-6271
Eagle Nest Lake State Park, 575-377-1594
Coyote Creek/Morphy Lake State Park, 575-387-2328
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Sangre de Cristo Homebuilders Association
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Mammoth Mill
& Log Homes Co.
www.mammothmill.com
3465 Mountain View Blvd., Angel Fire
575-377-6966
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