Gila Wilderness 100th Art Exhibition

Silver City Silver City, NM

Four Artists Celebrating Wilderness is an exhibition of paintings and drawings featuring four Silver City artists who interpret the Gila Wilderness in their work. 209 West Broadway Street Silver City NM 88061 Art curated by Paul Hotvedt Exhibit runs from April 4 - June 2, 2024 Hours: Open Thursday thru Saturday, 11 am to 5

Aldo Leopold Kids Fishing Derby

Lake Roberts Via NM 35 or NM 15, Mimbres, NM

The derby coincides with New Mexico’s Free Fishing Day, so licenses are not required. Lake Roberts is located in the Wilderness Ranger District along NM 35. It can be accessed via NM 35 or NM 15. NM 15 is a narrow paved, winding road that may not be suitable for trucks with trailers, advise using

Gila Wilderness Centennial Film Festival Matinee

Silco Theater 311 N Bullard Street, Silver City, NM

Thirteen talented NMSU students from diverse backgrounds were selected to take part in this immersive two-semester program. In July 2022, the group spent eleven days in a field school in the Gila, making short documentaries about people living and working in the Gila Wilderness. Their films will tell stories that reflect the unique natural, cultural

Gila 100 Endurance Run

Santa Clara Santa Clara, NM

Join us in celebrating the Gila Wilderness Centennial anniversary with running 100 miles, 50 miles or a half marathon from Ft. Bayard on the Continental Divide Trail and other forest trails. Adventure awaits for all different levels of runners wanting to come and enjoy the Gila! Bataan Memorial Recreation Park Santa Clara, New Mexico