Author Archives: Karl Moffatt

By Karl MoffattIt’s near noon on a delightfully warm and sunny, midwinter’s day and the steaming waters and impressive view at the Spence Hot Spring are soothing one man’s worries away. “It doesn’t get much better than this,” said Bob of Albuquerque, who had called in sick, grabbed his bike and jumped aboard the train … Continue reading »

By Karl MoffattIf you’ve ever wondered what was up in those hills to the east of I-25 as you traveled south near Socorro, New Mexico then the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has a backcountry byway for you to explore. Twenty-four miles of good, dirt, road that rambles up through those hills featuring interesting rock … Continue reading »

Roger Alink of Wildlife West Nature Park of Edgewood, NM. By Karl MoffattThe annual hunting and fishing show is back to blow away those winter blues and this year’s visitors can take a shot at computer-simulated steelhead salmon fishing and check out the latest in super quiet, electric, ATVs. “It’s a sure fired cure for … Continue reading »

By Karl MoffattIf the dead of winter makes you stir crazy then there may be no better escape than a quick trip to New Mexico’s fanciest fishing hole. Sandia Lakes’ recently remodeled park located just south of Bernalillo on the State Road 313 features spectacular scenery, excellent accommodations, spacious surroundings and plenty of good fishing. … Continue reading »

By Karl MoffattAs the temps begin to dip and the snow gets to flying around northern New Mexico, it’s time to head south to warmer climes where one can visit other state attractions like historic Fort Selden while camping out at nearby Leasburg State Park. Fort Selden, just outside of Las Cruces on the back … Continue reading »

We got out of Santa Fe soon after the snow began to fly and just as a bitter cold front blew in. We were headed for southern California where t-shirts, shorts and sandles could still be worn. We stayed with friends just outside of Los Angeles and then took a mid-week cruise up the coast … Continue reading »

On 12/28/2010 8:15 AM, wren propp wrote: Wiley B. Moffatt died on Monday December 27, 2010. We’ll miss her at every hike, whenever a trout is caught and released, at every meal where a steak bone is available, where ever there is a quiet patch of sun for a warm nap, on every long drive … Continue reading »

By Karl MoffattThe massive flock of snow geese all took off at once, engulfing this lone visitor to the Bosque del Apache in a swirling mass of brilliant white and the din of heavy honking. Within minutes the birds were all gone and the air became still again. But then the clucking calls of a … Continue reading »

 By Karl MoffattBehind a nondescript storefront on Albuquerque’s Central Avenue lies an amazing wildlife display where gleaming eyes, glistening hides and snarling teeth greet astonished visitors. “It’s my own little museum,” D.L. Gruben of American Wildlife Taxidermy says of his extensive display of hundreds of different animals from around the world, most of whom he … Continue reading »

Van Beacham relaxes by the John Dunn Bridge on the Rio Grande one fine, fall, day . By Karl MoffattIf it’s fall and you fish, it’s time to be on the Rio Grande enjoying a warm sunny afternoon chasing hungry trout on the state’s big river. “It’s the optimal time of year to be fishing … Continue reading »