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Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in New Mexico

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Smokey Bear Restaurant, Capitan, NM

There’s no fire here, just the enticing aroma of sizzling chicken fried chicken, a juicy, breaded fried chicken breast smothered in a creamy gravy. This home-style restaurant is a community…
There’s no fire here, just the enticing aroma of sizzling chicken fried chicken, a juicy,…

The 10 Best Educational Activities for Children in New Mexico!

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The Smokey Bear Historical Park, Capitan, NM

This is the home of the famous Smokey the Bear mascot used by the U.S. Forest Service in their efforts, in the 1940s, to promote fire prevention. After a devastating fire in the Capitan Moun-tains…
This is the home of the famous Smokey the Bear mascot used by the U.S. Forest Service in their…

The 10 Best Markets in New Mexico!

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Smokey’s Country Market, Capitan, NM

This is a one-stop shopping experience worth stumbling upon. There’s a little bit of everything including specialty items from the far corners of the world. It’s a family-owned store…
This is a one-stop shopping experience worth stumbling upon. There’s a little bit of…

The 9 Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in New Mexico

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Oso Grill, Capitan, NM

Tucked into a historic corner building on the main drag through town is this stylish restaurant with a chef committed to serving fresh, distinctive food. The cozy ambience encourages diners to stay…
Tucked into a historic corner building on the main drag through town is this stylish restaurant…

The 8 Best First Date Locations in New Mexico!

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Flying J Ranch, Alto, NM

Yippie-eye-oh! This fun-filled ranch captures the hustle and bustle of the Old West and by the end of the day, you and your date will be singing along with the Flying J Wran-glers at the post-dinner…
Yippie-eye-oh! This fun-filled ranch captures the hustle and bustle of the Old West and by the end…

The 10 Best Senior Discount Offers in New Mexico!

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Ski Apache, Alto, NM

Schussing down the mountain is a feeling of exhilaration that never gets old. Seniors, ages 60 to 69, can experience this thrill at a reduced lift ticket rate for one or multiple days throughout the…
Schussing down the mountain is a feeling of exhilaration that never gets old. Seniors, ages 60 to…

The 9 Best Places for Live Theater in New Mexico!

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Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Alto, NM

This theater is a work of art in which you see works of art. More than 400 tons of white-flecked stone quarried in Spain was used in the outside construction, which glimmers at night from the light…
This theater is a work of art in which you see works of art. More than 400 tons of white-flecked…

The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in New Mexico!

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The Ranchers Steak and Seafood Restaurant, Ruidoso, NM

Quite often, classic steakhouses offer a surf ’n turf option that combines a steak and lobster. This is one such classic restaurant. Order the surf ’n turf and you’ll get a choice…
Quite often, classic steakhouses offer a surf ’n turf option that combines a steak and…

10 Best Ski and Snowboard Shops in New Mexico!

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A-Frame Ski, Ruidoso, NM

Rent your next snowboard, skis, or snowblades — they have lots of package options to choose from, including high-performance equipment. They also have a huge selection of rental equipment…
Rent your next snowboard, skis, or snowblades — they have lots of package options to choose…

The 8 Best Sporting Goods Stores in New Mexico!

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St. Bernard, Ruidoso, NM

If you’re a skier, then this is the sports store for you. With more than 18,000 square-feet of space, you could get lost between the racks in the retail section. There’s a lot to look at.…
If you’re a skier, then this is the sports store for you. With more than 18,000 square-feet…
Best Things In & Around Capitan, NM
The 10 Best Educational Activities for Children in New Mexico!

The Smokey Bear Historical Park, Capitan, NM

Featured in The 10 Best Educational Activities for Children in New Mexico!
This is the home of the famous Smokey the Bear mascot used by the U.S. Forest Service in their efforts, in the 1940s, to promote fire prevention. After a devastating fire in the Capitan Moun-tains… Read More
The 8 Best First Date Locations in New Mexico!

Flying J Ranch, Alto, NM

Featured in The 8 Best First Date Locations in New Mexico!
Yippie-eye-oh! This fun-filled ranch captures the hustle and bustle of the Old West and by the end of the day, you and your date will be singing along with the Flying J Wran-glers at the post-dinner… Read More
The 8 Best Sporting Goods Stores in New Mexico!

St. Bernard, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 8 Best Sporting Goods Stores in New Mexico!
If you’re a skier, then this is the sports store for you. With more than 18,000 square-feet of space, you could get lost between the racks in the retail section. There’s a lot to look at.… Read More
The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in New Mexico!

The Ranchers Steak and Seafood Restaurant, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in New Mexico!
Quite often, classic steakhouses offer a surf ’n turf option that combines a steak and lobster. This is one such classic restaurant. Order the surf ’n turf and you’ll get a choice… Read More
10 Best Ski and Snowboard Shops in New Mexico!

A-Frame Ski, Ruidoso, NM

Featured in 10 Best Ski and Snowboard Shops in New Mexico!
Rent your next snowboard, skis, or snowblades — they have lots of package options to choose from, including high-performance equipment. They also have a huge selection of rental equipment… Read More
The 7 Best Kids’ Play Centers in New Mexico!

Pillow’s Funtrackers, Ruidoso, NM

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This park has been around long enough for two generations of families to enjoy what is has to offfer—three Gokart tracks, an 18-hole miniature golf course, arcade and, seasonally, bumper boats,… Read More
The 10 Best Senior Discount Offers in New Mexico!

Ski Apache, Alto, NM

Featured in The 10 Best Senior Discount Offers in New Mexico!
Schussing down the mountain is a feeling of exhilaration that never gets old. Seniors, ages 60 to 69, can experience this thrill at a reduced lift ticket rate for one or multiple days throughout the… Read More
The 10 Best Markets in New Mexico!

Smokey’s Country Market, Capitan, NM

Featured in The 10 Best Markets in New Mexico!
This is a one-stop shopping experience worth stumbling upon. There’s a little bit of everything including specialty items from the far corners of the world. It’s a family-owned store… Read More
The 13 Best Restaurants in New Mexico!

Hall of Flame Burgers, Ruidoso, NM

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This charming mountain resort town is a breath of fresh pine-scented air thanks to its location in the Lincoln National Forest in the Sacramento Mountains in southern New Mexico. At 7,000 feet, the… Read More
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Events around Capitan, NM
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24

Keith Sweat

8:00 PM
Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Mescalero, NM
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Mar
17

Josh Abbott Band

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Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Mescalero, NM
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Mar
18

Jason Petty Hank and my Honky Tonk Heroes

7:00 PM
Spencer Center For The Performing Arts, Alto, NM
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18

Orianthi

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Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Mescalero, NM
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Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop

Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop
102 Smokey Bear Boulevard, Capitan, NM
Smokey's Museum opened in 1961, having been dedicated in 1958, the rustic one room building almost bursts with Smokey memorabilia, photos and poste... Read More

Spencer Theater For The Performing Arts

Spencer Theater For The Performing Arts
108 Spencer Road, Alto, NM
Mission: The mission of the Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts is to enrich the cultural lives of South-Central New Mexico's residents and vi... Read More

The Flying J Ranch

The Flying J Ranch
1028 State Highway 48, Alto, NM
For over 30 years, folks have been stepping back into the legendary era of the Great American Cowboy at the Flying J Ranch. We invite you to experi... Read More

The Links at Sierra Blanca

The Links at Sierra Blanca
105 Sierra Blanca Drive, Ruidoso, NM
About Us:Nestled away in the pines of the Sacramento Mountains, you will find Ruidoso, New Mexico and The Links at Sierra Blanca Golf Course. At 6,... Read More

The Hubbard Museum of the American West

The Hubbard Museum of the American West
26301 Hwy 70 West, Ruidoso Downs, NM
Mission Statement The mission of the Hubbard Museum of the American West is to collect, preserve and interpret the political, social, business, c... Read More

Pillow's Funtrackers

Pillow's Funtrackers
101 Carrizo Canyon Road, Ruidoso, NM
Pillow's Funtrackers is the premier family fun center in New Mexico. We have been providing fun to thousands of families for over twenty years.Our ... Read More

New Mexico Museum Of Space History

New Mexico Museum Of Space History
3198 State Route 2001, Alamogordo, NM
Mission: The mission of the museum is to educate the people of New Mexico and our visitors from around the world in the history, science, and tech... Read More
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