Frida Kahlo Immersive Biography/ Albuquerque, New Mexico

Posted: October 10, 2022 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: deserts, world travels | Tags: Albuquerque, Frida Kahlo, immersive display | Leave a comment

An immersive multimedia display of the life of Frida Kahlo. Still photos shot with a GoPro. Many of the projections are in motion. Click any photo for slideshow.

Spring on the High Desert/ New Mexico

Posted: June 14, 2021 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: world travels | Leave a comment

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The 41st Annual Shovel Races/ Angel Fire, New Mexico

Posted: February 6, 2020 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: world travels | Tags: Angel Fire, New Mexico | Leave a comment

Competitors race down the course on snow shovels at speeds exceeding 60 MPH (96 KPH). Shovel racing began at New Mexico ski resorts in the 1970’s as a way for resort employees to get down the slopes after work. Due to several bad accidents, the sport has been dropped by many resorts, and this is the last race at Angel Fire.

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The Badlands in Winter/ Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona

Posted: January 2, 2020 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: deserts, world travels | Tags: Arizona, Petrified Forest National Park | 2 Comments

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Remnants of a forest that is dated back to the Triassic Period, about 225 million years ago, are scattered all over the park. Visitors are strictly prohibited from taking pieces of fossilized wood as souvenirs and are subject to large fines if they do, but park employees estimate that about 12 tons of petrified wood is carried off every year nonetheless. Parts of the park are referred to as “The Painted Desert” because of the bands of colors that display geological eras.

Festival of the Cranes/ Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Posted: November 28, 2019 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: world travels | Tags: Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico | Leave a comment

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Every November, New Mexico holds the Festival of the Cranes to celebrate the migratory return of Sandhill Cranes to the wetlands along the Rio Grande River. In addition to the cranes, there are tens of thousands of ducks and geese that migrate to the area as well.

The birds come from the northern US and Canada to roost in the shallow waters of the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, where they spend the winter months. Some birds come from as far away as the Arctic regions.

The refuge was created specifically for migratory birds. Corn and wheat are grown for bird food in the fields surrounding the waters, and several areas are flooded by ground water pumps prior to the arrival of the migratory flocks. Roosting in the shallows helps protect the birds from the numerous predatory animals that live in the Rio Grande Valley; coyotes, bobcats, and mountain lions. Birders come from around the world to see and photograph the spectacular views of water fowl. Most people come to see the birds leave from their water roost at sunrise or when they return at sundown. The flocks spend the day foraging for grains in the surrounding fields. The mountain vistas seen from the valley and the sounds of thousands of birds are an unforgettable experience.

Dia de los Muertos/ Albuquerque, New Mexico

Posted: November 4, 2019 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: world travels | Tags: Albuquerque, dia de los muertos, New Mexico | Leave a comment

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Indigenous Peoples Day/ Albuquerque, New Mexico

Posted: October 16, 2019 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: world travels | Tags: Albuquerque, indigenous peoples day, New Mexico, pueblo | Leave a comment

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The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Posted: October 11, 2019 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: world travels | Leave a comment

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Climate Change Strike/ Albuquerque, New Mexico

Posted: September 21, 2019 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: world travels | Tags: Albuquerque, climate change, New Mexico | Leave a comment

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UFO festival/ Roswell, New Mexico

Posted: July 11, 2019 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: world travels | Tags: New Mexico, Roswell, UFO | Leave a comment

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Southwest Style/ Albuquerque, New Mexico

Posted: July 4, 2019 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: world travels | Tags: Albuquerque, fashion, New Mexico | Leave a comment

Young ladies step out in the Old Town section of Albuquerque, New Mexico wearing the latest Southwest fashions. Fringes, silver, turquoise, Native American jewelry, cowgirl hats, and cowgirl boots are the New Mexico style.

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Special thanks to Ashley Wagner aka Rhinestone Rambler. Www.rhinestonerambler.com/instagram @ashleywagner505, Chantelle Wagner @chantellefawn, Cierra Wagner @makeupbycierraw for fashions, modeling, and make-up.

Memorial Day Ceremony/ Pueblo of Jemez, New Mexico

Posted: May 28, 2019 | Author: Richard Lakin | Filed under: world travels | Tags: Jemez Pueblo, Native Americans, New Mexico | Leave a comment

Honoring warriors, past and present

On Memorial Day, members of the Pueblo of Jemez performed traditional song and dance to honor veterans and current members of the US military from their village. The ceremony was held at the Red Rocks Cliffs, a sacred site to the Jemez people. Native Americans have served in the US military at a higher rate in proportion to their population than any other American ethnic group.

Located on high mesas of the Southwest desert, the Pueblo of Jemez is an independent sovereign nation within the state of New Mexico, with its own government and justice system. The origins of the community can be traced back to the 13^thcentury.

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