Quemado Lake Campgrounds open May 1

Quemado Lake

Campgrounds re-opening at Quemado Lake

Silver City, NM; April 23, 2013 –The Quemado Ranger District of the Gila National Forest is reopening two campgrounds on May 1, 2013, that were temporarily closed during the winter.

• Piñon Campground located in the Quemado Lake Recreation Area off N.M. State Highway 32 and Forest Road 13. Two group sites located within the Piñon Campground will be open and available for reservations.
• Juniper Campground also located in the Quemado Lake Recreation Area off N.M. State Highway 32 and Forest Road 13.

Recreation users are reminded to dispose of trash properly in appropriate bins and leave the campsite clean for the next forest visitor.

Also, fire danger is high, so please practice campfire safety:

• Clear all flammable material away from the fire for a minimum of five feet in all directions.
• Make a fire only if you have a shovel and sufficient water to put it out. 
• Have a responsible person in attendance at all times.
• Never leave your campfire unattended. 
• Avoid making a campfire during the windy part of the day. 
• To make sure your campfire is out, drown with water and stir with dirt, making sure all burned materials are extinguished. Feel with your hand to make sure it’s out cold.
• Every campfire will be put DEAD OUT before leaving it.

There will be potable water available at the Cove Lake Access, Juniper Campground, and Piñon Campground. The dump station at Piñon Campground will be available at this time.

For additional information regarding campgrounds or other recreational opportunities on the Gila National Forest, contact the respective Ranger Station or visit the website at: http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila/

Andrea G. Martinez
Public Affairs Officer
Gila National Forest
3005 E. Camino del Bosque
Silver City, NM 88061
575.388.8211 office
575.388.8204 fax
Twitter: @GilaForestPAO

FFAA Raffle: Rifle, Dulcimer, Buckskin Jacket

Get your tickets for the Fur & Feather Animal Assistance raffle!  Raffle tickets are $5 each or a book of five tickes for $20. Ticket sales till the end of June for July 4 drawing.  Need not be present to win.

Ticket sales: 575-772-2661 or 575-772-2543 or Pie-O-Neer and the Good Pie Cafe in Pie Town, NM

FIRST PRIZE:  Uberti 45-70 lever-action rifle (Sharps 1874 Replica) 

  

SECOND PRIZE:  Dulcimer made by Don Deaett

THIRD PRIZE: Pioneer Wear Size 42 buckskin fringed jacket with beadwork. The jacket is vintage and like new--gently used.

Don't forget the dinner dance and auction on May 4 at the Pie Town Community Center. We'll be auctioning home baked goods, an original painting by Michael Robinson, a gift certificate from Ember's Herb Shoppe in Socorro, a Massage by Misty Romero, and a gift basket by Barbara Ownes. It starts at 5:30. There will be a live band.

Preparing for 2013 Fire Season

Getting Prepared for the 2013 Wildland Fire Season: You Can Take Action
USFS News Release

Silver City, NM, April 17, 2013  With rainfall and snowpack in deficit quantities and drought conditions expected to persist indefinitely throughout the southwest United States, property owners are strongly encouraged to spend early springtime cleaning gutters, trimming low branches and mowing down tall grasses in anticipation of another active wildfire season.

The drought is severe and expected to persist, increasing the potential for fire in the higher elevation. Low precipitation totals for the 2012 monsoon season accounts for a decreased availability for continuous fine fuels, fuels that dry out quickly and are readily ignited. The continued drought will foster ‘never before seen’ fire behavior with rapid drying in heavy fuels after it rains, increasing fire potential area-wide.

“Our seasonal predictions indicate we may see fire behavior that we have yet to experience before,” reports Gabe Holguin, Fire Staff Officer for the Gila National Forest, “Keeping life and property safe will be a challenge for the fire community.” Getting your property prepared for the possibility of a wildfire not only decreases the chances of home loss, it also creates a safer environment for fire personnel to work in and around. Getting yourself prepared for a wildfire event can mean a safe and efficient evacuation and a positive plan of action to follow. Improve your family and property survival by learning techniques to reduce ignition sources around your residence as well as a plan for escape. Visit www.fireadapted.org or www.wildlandfireRSG.org for tips on decreasing your risk and increasing your safety in the event of a wildfire.

For additional information or a wildfire property assessment, please contact Ellen Brown, Fire Prevention Specialist, Gila National Forest, at 388-8262 or 388-8201.

Andrea G. Martinez
Public Affairs Officer
Gila National Forest
3005 E. Camino del Bosque
Silver City, NM 88061
575.388.8211 office
575.388.8204 fax
agmartinez@fs.fed.us
Twitter: @GilaForestPAO

Game Night at the Quemado Senior Center

You are invited to Game Night at the Quemado Senior Center from 5 to 7 pm, Tuesday evening, April 16th.

Get together with friends and neighbors together to play card and/or board games, visit with your neighbors or possibly meet new ones. 

No charge... and it is open to the public. Your admission cost is that you bring a snack to share with all, if you can... it is not mandatory. There will be a popcorn machine set up and running, and we will have hot and cold drinks.

Please come and join us, and help to show your support of YOUR area Senior Center.

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