Tag: outdoor recreation

Landowner Arrested Over Pecos River Dispute. Why the Battle for River Access Continues to Escalate.

The arrest of a New Mexico landowner accused of threatening fishermen with firearms marks a dramatic escalation in the long-running legal battle over public access to the Pecos River. Prosecutors say the case stems from multiple confrontations with anglers exercising their right to recreate on public waters, a right repeatedly upheld by state and federal courts.

Trail Town Pride: Santa Fe Earns IMBA Nod; Governor Commits to Expanding Outdoor Opportunities

Santa Fe is named an IMBA Trail Town, with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham pledging expanded outdoor access to drive health and economic growth.