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Laundry Day, Hauling water and the New Shower

May 26, 2023 Art Of Tiny Living

Last night we relaxed and hung out with some friends. Today is laundry day. Which means spending most of the day in town getting laundry done. While there we also stop and pick up the mail, fill up a couple of 5 gallons of water, hitting Planet Fitness for showers, then probably doing a quick Walmart run before heading back home.

If you’re like us, we don’t look forward to laundry day. When we first moved here we thought we’d save some money and only wash the clothes then dry them here at home. Well that was a huge mistake, wet clothes and sand don’t go together. Not to mention how the sun bleached everything out. Needless to say we quit doing that and now dry out clothes at the laundromat.

Every time we go into town we fill 5 gallon jugs of water. Right now this is our only water source.

Once the shower is built we will be hauling 300 gallons of water at a time that will mainly only be for the shower. We still need to purchase one more IBC tote that will remain in the 20 ft box trailer and be the water tank for the shower. We will have a 300 gallon tote in the pickup that we use to haul the water.

Since we have to haul all our water, we are not yet sure how we are going to run the shower. Do we add a charge per person for nightly stay, or once they are here they can purchase a shower? We kinda like the idea of waiting until they are here and can pay if they want a shower, as not everyone that stays will want a shower. Let us know what you think, and what you think would be a reasonable charge for a shower.

Ignore the heater in the photo I have not yet stored it for the summer, also the trash bags you see is our recycling*
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Neighbors, Community and event’s

May 25, 2023 Art Of Tiny Living

10 am and 87 degrees out. Last night Brent and a couple of the neighbors ran to Albuquerque to buy some railroad ties Brent found on the Market place. Though we didn’t get any ourselves, both neighbors needed them and didn’t have a vehicle big enough to haul them. Brent being Brent offered his truck and drove them. This morning he went to unload the ties, and help plant some posts.

We love how most of the neighbors come together and help each other. We do community events here and Dusty Nail General Store sells items we all have made art, jewelry, wash clothes plus other items.

Community events all the funds go back towards the community and community needs. The West Mesa Haunted Hay Ride is such an event. This year it will run for two nights. This Hayride isn’t for the faint of heart.

During your camping we have a neighbor that offers meals and eggs delivered to your campsite. She also cooks during events such as the Nomad Gathering in the Desert . Her menu can be found on the website.

You are welcome to come camp and or attend an event and experience this magical, beautiful landscape, atmosphere yourselves!

Events Happening here at Plateau Hame De Colquhoun

Camping and Movie

June 17th “Avatar the Way of Water”
July 15th “Movie TBD”
August 19th “Movie TBD”
September 23rd “Movie TBD”

Come camp and watch a free movie under the stars! Reserve your campsite through the website or by contacting us. First Come First Serve Campsites are not reservable and available upon arrival.

We are working on a Music in the Desert festival this summer. We will release information soon.

October 20 and 21 will be the Haunted Hayride.

If you have a private or public event you would like to see or book yourself please feel free to contact us!

Photo is of a private event we hosted last year.

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Campsite signs

May 24, 2023 Art Of Tiny Living

Today we are working on signs for the campsites. We have them all painted now just need to seal them.

Yesterday we took the day off, and did some much needed cleaning. It’s been quiet and kinda weird not getting ready for any major events. We do have the Camping and Movie night every month. We are also working on a music night with some bands. Come hang out , camp, drink and listen to music. We have a couple bands in mind, but if you or your band is interested in playing at this or another event please contact us.

We also have the West Mesa Haunted Hay Ride coming up in October. This year it will be a 2 night event. With more scares than last year! We are in need of a few volunteers to help out with the Hayride. If you are interested please let us know!

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Take a break to clean

May 23, 2023May 24, 2023 Art Of Tiny Living

Today we are taking a break from outside work and doing so much needed cleaning in the RV. With everything the last couple weeks we put cleaning on the wayside. It looks cluttered from boxes and other items we needed for the Nomad Gathering in the Desert and other items we haven’t taken time to put away.

The next event here at Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is June 17 Camping and Movie Avatar 2

We will be doing the camping and movies once a month. Check the website and our Facebook page for updates.

We are working on a music event soon. We also have the West Mesa Haunted Hay Ride coming in October this year it’ll be a 2 night event!

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May 22, 2023 Art Of Tiny Living

Nomad Gathering in the Desert Gathering is over, we will be holding another one next May. I’ll be setting up info about it soon.

Saturday June 17th will be camping and a movie “Avatar the Way of Water”. To reserve a campsite you can use one of the platforms on our website or pay upon your arrival for a first come first serve campsite. Movie is free for all attendees!

We will be doing Camping and a movie once a month until Sept.

The second West Mesa Haunted Hay Ride will be held October 20 and 21, with some live music. More info and tickets will be available soon.

We do have openings for anyone that is looking for a venue to hold a festival, reunion, wedding… Check our website for more information.

If you’d like to come out and camp, play a little music, entertain your friends, and a few others let us know. We’d be happy to set up a PA and lights to accommodate you and your needs.

Photo credit goes to Karylee Harrison

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Last day of Nomad Gathering in the Desert

May 21, 2023 Art Of Tiny Living

Nomad Gathering in the Desert is winding down, it’s been a fun weekend. Things didn’t go as planned to the weather. Everyone seemed to enjoy their time. Talent show, Movie, Hayride, Bonfire, awesome food by Westland Meadows, meet some very wonderful people! We look forward to next year’s gathering.

We thank everyone that came, we really enjoyed meeting you all and wish you the best journey!

We are working on a date, let us know if this time of year works, or is there another date that’d be better!

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Day 2 Nomad Gathering in the Desert

May 20, 2023 Art Of Tiny Living

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It’s day 2 of the Nomad Gathering in the Desert , We have a nice turn out so far. It’s not too late to register for today and tomorrow until noon!

Today’s schedule

Noon Meeting of the minds, coming together and plan next year’s Nomad Gathering.

BINGO has moved to 4 pm, prizes will be determined by numbers of people that play.

Live music starts at 7 pm

Jer Killinger Singer/Songwriter
J5th & the 77 Riders

Bonfire in the communal firepit (weather permitting)

**Video is from last night’s Talent show, with Anne Calhoun on Mic. **

Visit the Dusty Nail General Store for jewelry, tshirts, s’mores makings, LED and glow balloons, hand made items from many of us that live up here plus more…

We will have the silent auction items out and let the bidding begin! All funds from the silent auction goes towards betterment of the community out here.

Westland Meadows will be serving Breakfast today and tomorrow.

Personal Pizza’s today for dinner.

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Day 1 of the Nomad Gathering in the Desert!

May 19, 2023 Art Of Tiny Living

Well today is the first of the Nomad Gathering in the Desert The roads are dry, not graded, but dry. We did get a few sprinkles this morning, but not enough to do anything but settle the dust a little. .

Today’s schedule;

Gates open at 10 am. Make sure to stop by the store and register before parking in a campsite.

3pm open meeting
4pm Talent Show
The movie “Off the Map” starts at dusk

Westland Meadows will be serving Dutch oven dinner today.

Saturday and Sunday they’ll be offering Breakfast.

Tomorrow dinner personal pizzas!

Online registration closes at 10 am. You can purchase your registration at Dusty Nail General Store today and tomorrow until 4pm.

Saturday line up

live Music

Jer Killinger Singer/Songwriter 7pm followed by J5th & the 77 Riders !

Bingo will start at 1:30

Bonfires every night.

Few of Dusty Nails General Store products

Glow and LED balloons
Glow sticks
S’mores makings

Once you are on the mesa make sure to follow the directions and not GPS

👇Directions👇

https://plateauhamedecolquhoun.com/directions-to-plateau-hame-de-colquhoun/

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Nomad Gathering in the Desert starts Tomorrow

May 18, 2023May 18, 2023 Art Of Tiny Living

We been busy here at Plateau Hame De Colquhoun getting ready for tomorrow Friday May 19th the first day of the Nomad Gathering in the Desert ! Gates open 10 am, registration can be purchased at the Dusty Nail General Store or through the website until 10 am tomorrow!

Make sure to stop by the Dusty Nail to register and get your arm band.

Tomorrow 3 pm will be the open meeting followed by the Talent Show. Movie “Off the Map” will be playing at Dusk. We are hopeful to have a bonfire during the movie.

Make sure to bring chairs!

Noon Saturday Gathering of the minds, planning next years Nomad Gathering

BINGO on Saturday starts at 1:30 its $5.00 to play. Prizes determined by number of players.

Bring chair,hard surface for your cards and pen, pencil or marker.

Don’t forget about the Live music Saturday night with Jer Killinger Singer/Songwriter and J5th & the 77 Riders !

***Update***

Westland Meadows will have Dutch Oven Dinner available Friday.

Breakfast Saturday and Sunday mornings

Saturday Personal Pizza’s will be available for dinner.

Vegan options will be available.

We look forward to seeing you all this weekend, travel safely! Feel free to contact us for more information!

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Getting ready for the Nomad Gathering in the Desert

May 16, 2023 Art Of Tiny Living

Mowing and getting ready for the Nomad Gathering in the Desert in 3 days!! We ended up push mowing as the rider has a flat tire and needs to go into the tire shop to get fixed. It is now fixed and we are hopeful on mowing the rest with the rider and using the push for the trim.

If you plan to purchase your registration when you arrive park in the parking lot and walk up to the Dusty Nail General Store to register. We will direct you from there on where to park. If you are pre-registered we will send you an email with your designated campsite, park first then come to the store to sign in and get your arm band. You can still register through the website.

Road update

The road still has not been graded. The wind has caused about a 1/2 mile of sandy washboard area. Take your time through that area, rest of the road is normal washboard and dips, easily passable for all vehicles.

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