Via Magazine

November/December 2022

Winter is prime season for stargazing, and if you catch a cloudless night you’ll find a brighter and clearer cosmos. Head to these nine astronomy hubs—planetariums, observatories, space centers, and protected nature areas perfect for stargazing—for a full astrotour of the West.

There are a lot of electric vehicles available to consumers these days. Where once the only EV option was a commuter car, buyers can now choose from trucks, coupes, sedans, and crossovers. Here are the best in a few key categories.

Blessed with phenomenal outdoor recreation—but with a fraction of the crowds—plus awesome Wild West history and pioneer-era fun, Carbon County makes a fine winter getaway.

Those who explore 3,747-acre Picacho Peak State Park will find surprising history, heart-pumping hikes, and expansive views of the Mesilla Valley.

The holiday season is full of excitement and wonder, but this year inflation and the rising cost of heating are putting a damper on some of the merriment. Here are a few bright ideas to reduce your energy costs while achieving maximum coziness and cheer.

As we close out 2022, we’re reflecting on a year spent gratefully serving our Members and looking forward to our new initiatives becoming reality.

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