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In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and an increasing emphasis on renewable energy, the demand for skilled tradespeople—particularly in the electric utility sector—has never been higher.

Welcome to another Adventure Awaits feature in the enchantment magazine. My goal is to take you along as I explore out-of-the-way locations around New Mexico.

As the sun stretches across the turquoise skies of New Mexico, the unmistakable summer scent of barbecue fills the air. From backyard gatherings in Artesia to impromptu picnics in the Zuni Pueblo, grilling becomes a quintessential activity during summertime.

In the sun-drenched landscapes of New Mexico, a solar revolution is underway. Electric generation and transmission cooperatives are transforming the state's energy landscape and powering a brighter, more sustainable future.

Deep in the heart of Rio Arriba County along the Rio Chama River, about 53 miles north of Santa Fe, is the small town of Abiquiu , a town associated with Georgia O’Keeffe, the mother of American modernism.

By Dixie Boyle

Cowboy artist Jose Joaquin Brazil—better known as Joe J.—was a prolific artist of ranch life and a great storyteller and historian. His work, drawn almost a century ago, captured snapshots of real-life events and well-known characters from the past. 

Some people grow up in ranch families, but Pete Ditmars chose the work after years of running his own computer software company.