This year we have these really pretty flowers growing. We think they are gypsum scorpion weeds. Though not sure but the many google searches come up as such. If they are, what we read they can be used as a cover plant to help kill out other weeds. We hope they will smother out the goat heads. We fear that we are screwing up by allowing them to grow, but that last few days we’ve seen many bees and hummingbirds enjoying them. .
If you know for sure what these are let us know.
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” Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is located on the southern point of the West Mesa by Bosque, New Mexico off I25 just 41 miles south of Albuquerque. A place for fun and relaxation, star gazing all year long. Visit our website for details”
Yesterday we lowered the solar panels to 35°, during this time of year when the panels are at 45° the sun rises behind the panels and they don’t get as much sun for as long. By lowering them to 35° it eliminates that issue.
If you haven’t seen anyone mow the desert you have now. Yesterday we mowed, raked to get ready for the upcoming events!
Upcoming events here at Plateau Hame De Colquhoun more will be coming!
May 6: Jay Floyd May 8: Camping and Movie “Avatar” May 19- 21: Nomad Gathering in the Desert June: 17: Camping and Movie “Avatar 2” July 15: Camping and Movie August 19: Camping and Movie September 23: Camping and Movie October: West Mesa Haunted Hay Ride
Visit our website or contact us for more information on events, camping or booking your own event.
” Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is located on the southern point of the West Mesa by Bosque, New Mexico off I25 just 41 miles south of Albuquerque. A place for fun and relaxation, star gazing all year long. Visit our website for details”
It’s that time of year again.. This morning we woke up to no electricity. We didn’t think it was time yet, but now we know for sure. Every Spring and Fall we have to adjust the solar panels angles to get the best sun. Spring and summer if the panels are at 45 degrees they don’t get a full day of sun, as the sun rises behind them, and don’t hit the panels until later in the day. So sometimes in May we lower them to 32 degrees. Last year we had no issues until the end of May, I guess we’ll be lowering them sooner.
Don’t worry we don’t run the batteries low, the inverter is set to shut down at 50% battery.
This week we are getting things ready for Saturdays May 6th concert with Jay Floyd , Monday May 8th Camping and Movie “Avatar” and May 19th to 21st Nomad Gathering in the Desert !
I’m hoping to add pictures of the products that we offer at the Dusty Nail General Store on it’s Facebook page.
We have been working on the West Mesa Haunted Hay Ride in October. This year it will be 2 nights of Hayrides. A 45 minute journey through desert roads . Not appropriate for all ages
For more information on these or other events visit our website or contact us.
” Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is located on the southern point of the West Mesa by Bosque, New Mexico off I25 just 41 miles south of Albuquerque. A place for fun and relaxation, star gazing all year long. Visit our website for details”
Only 5 more days until @JayFloyd will be playing here at @PlateauHameDeColquhoun ! Bring your instruments, chairs and come out relax and listen to some music! BYOB, 420 friendly, camping available all are welcome! Doors open 6 pm
May 8th Camping and Movie Avatar campsites can be reserved on the website or by contacting us.Movie is free for all campers and starts at sunset.
Only 19 days until the Nomad Gathering in the Desert ! A fun packed weekend with Talent Show, Movie “Off the Map” made right here in New Mexico, Bonfires, hanging out, BINGO, Live Music with @jerkillinger and @J5th&the77Riders , Silent Auction.
You can register for the Nomad Gathering through the website, by contacting us, or at the Dusty Nail General Store upon your arrival. All registrations bought at the store are for First come first serve sites.
~~Ages 10 and Under are Free~~
If you aren’t able to make one of the events listed you are welcome to come out and camp, make your stay yours. If you would like to play some music, set up your own small concert, open mic during your stay contact us.
The venue and or the PA are available to rent for your private or public events. Weddings, Family Reunions, festivals. Visit the website or contact us for more information.
Make sure to stop by and visit the Dusty Nail General Store during your stay. We offer handmade items, build your own charm jewelry, keychain, art, glow sticks, Balloons LED and glow , T-shirts, Charms, during the Nomad Gathering we’ll have S’mores kits.
During your stay here you can have meals delivered right to your campsite! Thanks to Westland Meadows. Westland Meadows will also be cooking during the Nomad Gathering!
” Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is located on the southern point of the West Mesa by Bosque, New Mexico off I25 just 41 miles south of Albuquerque. A place for fun and relaxation, star gazing all year long. Visit our website for details”
Little get together here at Plateau Hame De Colquhoun . Last night we enjoyed having a few of the neighbors over and singing some Karaoke.
Come May 6th we’ll have the stage setup for Jay Floyd . This is a free event and all are welcome to come and join in on the fun! Bring your instruments and play along, or do your own stuff.
Camping is available and can be booked through our website!
This morning we had a big black bull come and visit. He was very respectful and stayed his distance. We try to prevent the cattle from coming into the yard. We can put up a fence but we love the open feeling of the land, and don’t mind seeing the cattle come through. We have put up motion detectors where sirens go off and so far that has kept them out of the yard away from the solar panels. These cattle do not get much human contact and free ranged on 1000s of acres, they don’t care about being around us and tend to keep a distance. We return their respect and give them their space and ask all that come and visit or stay to do the same.
During your stay whether it’s for the Nomad Gathering in the Desert on May 19th to 21st, or seeing Jay Floyd in Concert on May 6th, one of the Camping and Movie nights, Haunted Hay ride, camping or just visiting you may see the cattle pass through or along your route out.
Like any wild animals we do ask that you not to feed the cattle, or try to approach them., They may look friendly, calves may look cute. They can and will hurt you, so respect them and watch them from a distance.
For more information on our events and how to register please visit our website or contact us by email or DM.
” Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is located on the southern point of the West Mesa by Bosque, New Mexico off I25 just 41 miles south of Albuquerque. A place for fun and relaxation, star gazing all year long. Visit our website for details”
Bring your camping gear, instruments and Come out here to Plateau Hame De Colquhoun and help support Jay Floyd on Saturday May 6th!
All are welcome, come stay a few hours or camp! Campsites are filling up, you can reserve your campsite by contacting us personally, or through one of the platforms listed on our website!
Sites are booking fast for the Nomad Gathering in the Desert on May 19th to 21st. Just $20 a person to attend this fun packed weekend with a movie under the stars, talent show, bonfires, games, silent auction and live music by some very talented local bands Jer Killinger Singer/Songwriter and J5th & the 77 Riders !
You can register for the Nomad Gathering by contacting us, or through the website! Ages 10 and under are Free!
Mays camping and movie night has changed from Saturday May 13th to Monday May 8th. The movie will be Avatar, we are hoping to play part 2 of Avatar in June. We are sorry for any inconveniences this may have caused.
Visit our website for more information on these and future events and camping reservations.
” Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is located on the southern point of the West Mesa by Bosque, New Mexico off I25 just 41 miles south of Albuquerque. A place for fun and relaxation, star gazing all year long. Visit our website for details”
We love living out here at Plateau Hame De Colquhoun in the desert off-grid most of the time. There are a few conveniences we do miss. One is the ability to have deliveries, we are not able to get mail, packages delivered, which has caused issues in the past. Another one is the ability to take a shower whenever we like, even after getting the shower finished we won’t be able to take a nice long hot shower, as we haul all our water at 250 gallons at a time. Even after the shower is finished we plan to continue to shower at Planet Fitness like we do now.
We have electricity, water, privacy, beautiful views of mountains, sunsets, sunrises, stars, great neighbors, we can be as loud or quiet as we like. We love music, camping, movies and hanging out with others. All we can do here at home without issues. What more can you ask for?
New Mexico Nomad Gathering in the Desert! May 19, 2023 by Bosque New Mexico at Plateau Hame De Colquhoun. Directions can be found on the website event page.
Nomad Gathering in the Desert will be the 1st of many Nomad Gatherings organized by Plateau Hame De Colquhoun (Melodie and Brent)
NM Nomad Gathering in the Desert is a private gathering (not open to the general public) All Nomads welcome whether you live in a tent, van, car, 5th wheel, Schooly, RV… All are welcome!
NM Nomad Gathering in the Desert will be a 2 night 3 day private party of nomads coming together for food, fun, festivities, and fellowship.
Future New Mexico Nomad Gatherings in the Desert will be planned, organized by all participants. The first meeting will be held Saturday May 20th at noon.
The weekend will include a bonfire, Karaoke, Talent No Talent Show, Music, movie, Star gazing, Vendors and more.
Friday Night: 3 PM Nomad Opening meeting. Come together and get to know each other. If you’d like to host an event, this is the time to add it to the schedule. 4 pm Talent no Talent Show Silent Auction setup. Donate an item. All monies go towards betterment of the roads to and around Plateau Hame De Colquhoun. Dusk Outdoor Movie “Off The MAP” Sequestered on a ranch deep in the recesses of rural New Mexico, a part-Hopi woman (Joan Allen), her catatonic depressed husband (Sam Elliot) & their precocious 11-year old daughter (Valentina de Angelis) live off the land… Bonfire S’mores makings (S’mores kits can be purchased at the Plateau Hame De Colquhoun Booth). Weather permitting
Saturday: Vendors – Free to Vend with Registration: Contact us to register your booth. Noon Topic Conversation, Come together ask questions, plan the next year’s Gathering, start organizing for next year’s Gathering! 1:30 BINGO $5.00 per card. Prizes dependent on cards played. Saturday night: Live Music Performance by Jer Killinger Singer/Songwriter J5th & the 77 Riders
Sunday: Silent Auction 11 am Nomad closing meeting time to say our goodbyes, exchange information with new friends. If you would like to Host an activity or Vend your goods please let us know. Vending is free for all attendees.
We do ask that you register your booth. All vendors will be listed on the Website and Facebook Event Page.
BYOB and 420 Friendly. This is a family event, we ask that you be responsible if you’re going to drink or partake in 420.
Registration can be found on our web site, or purchased at the Dusty Nail General Store the days of the event. All registrations purchased at the store are for First Come First Serve Campsites.
Please share with your nomadic friends and families!
Please stay up to date with announcements and current information by clicking “Going” on our Facebook Event Page or visit
“Make sure to bring your pets. Though I don’t care for other dogs Amigo the dog does (picture two) and it’d give me a break of playing and just do security and sleep, play when I want to. All Amigo wants to do is play, I can’t do my job while playing all the time, well I can but don’t tell Amigo.” ~Dreugan~
Dec of 2019 our family came to New Mexico to help a friend who lives on a ranch that has been in her family for almost 200 years, by Ruidoso. We had met this lady at a festival she attended and we site managed at. She had asked us to come spend the winter at her place, help clean it up, and build showers etc. so that she could hold festivals. We did come and did a lot of working clearing trees, barbwire, build a water tower for the shower. During our stay we found land we now live on Plateau Hame De Colquhoun . This weekend we are camping at our friends place, helping her with a few things and enjoying tent camping in (feels like) 19 degree nights at over 7000′ .
Don’t forget we have a few events coming up on May 6th live music by Jay Floyd ! This is a Free event, campsites can be reserved on our website.BYOB, 420 friendly!
May 13 camping and a movie is yet to be determined, we are open to suggestions. You can reserve your campsite through the website or pay at the Dusty Nail General Store on May 13th for a first come first serve campsite.
May 19th to 21st is the Nomad Gathering in the Desert , a fun packed weekend of camping, live music, talent show, BINGO, silent Auction and a movie!
” Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is located on the southern point of the West Mesa by Bosque, New Mexico off I25 just 41 miles south of Albuquerque. A place for fun and relaxation, star gazing all year long. Visit our website for details”
Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center 