Archive for September, 2006
Saturday, September 30th, 2006
Tree Regal
I think this is the oldest tree in Mesilla, perhaps the oldest in the valley. Why it’s growing in regal isolation on the edge of town, I do not know. Nor do I know how old it is.
This tree has lived so long, survived so much — it should be recognized as the majestic living thing it is and protected. Vivat rex!
Tags: Oldest Tree, Mesilla
Friday, September 29th, 2006
Flood Irrigation
Pecan trees are irrigated by flooding, which is the only practical way to get water to the roots of the trees. Flood irrigation may appear wasteful, but it actually encourages deep root growth, which in turn reduces the amount of irrigation water required by the crop.
Tags: Flood Irrigation, Pecans
Wednesday, September 27th, 2006
Quiet Lanes
If you’re looking for a place without traffic jams, where life is still delightful, consider these tree-lined Mesilla lanes:
Tag: Mesilla, Traffic
Tuesday, September 26th, 2006
Cotton, Chile, Corn, Cabbage
Cotton is the number one crop around Mesilla. Here’s the Organ Mountains viewed over a cotton field just north of Mesilla:
Mesilla grows excellent chiles. Here’s the Organ Mountains viewed over a chile field just south of Mesilla:
Here’s the Organ Mountains viewed over a corn crop:
And finally, here’s the Organ Mountains viewed over a cabbage crop:
Tags: Cotton, Chile, Corn, Cabbage
Sunday, September 24th, 2006
Welcome and Adios
One sign, two sides.
Welcome to Mesilla.
Thanks for Visiting Mesilla. Adios.
Tags: Mesilla Sign
Thursday, September 21st, 2006
Whole Enchilada Fiesta
The Whole Enchilada Fiesta is held annually “next door” in Las Cruces. It’s a huge area event that typically attracts 50,000 or more visitors.
The Festival begins Friday, September 22, and runs for 3 days.
The location is the Meersheidt/Hadley Sports Complex in Las Cruces. Here’s a map of the location:
The events include food, live entertainment, pet parade, carnival, motorcycle and car show, and the making of the world’s largest enchilada.
The web site provides full details and times.
Tags: Whole Enchilada Fiesta, Map, Events
