On May 16, 2002 Funhog placed El Oso Gordo Letterbox near the Pueblo of
Nambe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico. Like most of his brothers this fat
little bear hibernates during the winter months. So don't bother to
hunt for him between mid-November and mid-March. Call the ranger at 505
455 2304 for open dates. This steep trail has loose rocks, sand and
precipitous edges but is quite short.
to the trailhead: About 20 miles north of Santa Fe on Route 285 you
will come to the junction with Route 503. Go east about three miles to
the sign for Nambe Lake and Falls. Turn right here and continue to the
park entrance where you will be required to pay a $5 fee for
"sightseeing." Go downhill to the right. Once at the picnic area keep
left and park at the end of the road.
to the letterbox: Once you leave your car you will see bear tracks. The
little bear you're searching for has a cozy den with a waterfall view.
He IS fat but not lazy! Follow the tracks that amble over the river,
through the woods, and up a mountain. When you can go no further, face
the torrent. The largest pine tree around, a great spot for a bear to
scratch his back, will be on your left. Above and behind you will be a
small bush sprouting from between two rocks. El Oso Gordo has his den
behind the upper rock. Watch for snakes.
2nd new letterbox NM
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Started on 2002-05-21
2nd new letterbox NM
From: funhog1 (funhog@pacifier.com) |
Date: 2002-05-21 07:04:44 UTC
2nd new letterbox NM
From: funhog1 (funhog@pacifier.com) |
Date: 2002-11-11 22:48:40 UTC
On October 25, 2002 Funhog placed the Rancho de Estrellas letterbox at the J. W. Eaves Movie Ranch
near the town of Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico. Since this ranch is a working movie set, it may
be closed for filming. When it's open, they offer tours ($10.) I placed this drive-by box early on a fall
morning when no one was about, in an area free of no trespassing signs.
To the trailhead: from I-25 take exit 271/La Cienaga. Go south on the frontage road along the east side
of the highway to Bonanza Creek Road. Turn left and drive 5.6 miles to Rancho Alegre, marked by a large
adobe sign. Go right 1/2 mile to the Ranch.
To the letterbox: From the Stars and Bars,160 degrees magnetic will guide you to a hard-hearted trio.
The central character guards the letterbox.
near the town of Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico. Since this ranch is a working movie set, it may
be closed for filming. When it's open, they offer tours ($10.) I placed this drive-by box early on a fall
morning when no one was about, in an area free of no trespassing signs.
To the trailhead: from I-25 take exit 271/La Cienaga. Go south on the frontage road along the east side
of the highway to Bonanza Creek Road. Turn left and drive 5.6 miles to Rancho Alegre, marked by a large
adobe sign. Go right 1/2 mile to the Ranch.
To the letterbox: From the Stars and Bars,160 degrees magnetic will guide you to a hard-hearted trio.
The central character guards the letterbox.