Headed to Raton

[Scott Tschirhart]

Looking forward to good times with good friends and cooler weather.

Strapped on my old SAA and I have a .50 caliber ammo can full of shells. I’m well equipped.

[GunnyMack]

Safe travels, enjoy!

[Walt]

You are probably aware that one of your watering holes, the St James Hotel in Cimarron has closed down.

[Scott Tschirhart]

You are probably aware that one of your watering holes, the St James Hotel in Cimarron has closed down.

I’m so sorry to hear this! So much history in that place.

Seems like everyone in the territories stayed there at one time or another.

[Scott Tschirhart]

My last visit to the St. James hotel with a rowdy crew.

[AmBraCol]

May God grant you safe travels and a blessed week!

[Walt]

Scott, I was under the impression that the St James had closed permanently but I could be mistaken. It apparently closed in September of 2024 for want of new management but several sources indicate that it reopened in late December of 2024. The new managers are from Red River and own one or more other resort properties. They were chosen for their interest in local history and the old days of the West in general. It's a bit difficult to wade through the dates which at first didn't specify the reopening as being in 2024 or 2025.

The bottom line is that I THINK they're open for business again. Sorry about the confusion and I hope you get a chance to go there again.

[Scott Tschirhart]

Thanks, I’ll call them tomorrow.

[JimT]

On the way myself! I am in Clovis, NM tonight. Short drive to Raton tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing you and everyone else!

[Scott Tschirhart]

We stopped in Plainview for the night. Plan on meeting with a leverguns forum member in Amarillo and we will be in Raton this afternoon.

[2ndovc]

I know this is unnecessary, but you guys have a good time!

Safe travels,

jb

[Scott Tschirhart]

Levergunners in Amarillo.

[Bill in Oregon]

We'll be needin' "pitchers" and lots of 'em! Hope the St. James is open again. It's fun to try to count all the bullet holes in the walls and ceilings.
If you have time, the Ernest Thompson Seton Memorial Library at Philmont is very well worth seeing.

[High Desert Hunter]

Sir, it was so nice to finally meet you and Mr. Taylor, I hope you all have the best time, 40th Anniversary is a big deal. This morning when I hit the gift shop on my way back to Alamogordo, they did let me sneak into the museum and walk around the firearms display in the museum, hopefully the whole thing opens soon.

Dave

[JimT]

Dave...
It was a pleasure meeting you! Thank you for taking the time to stop in share with us.
Lets hope we can do it again one of these days.

[Scott Tschirhart]

Thanks for visiting with us! We always enjoy meeting people who we only know from the forum.

[Griff]

Have a great 40th! Safe Travels.

[High Desert Hunter]

Scott, how long did the Tractor Supply squirrel last? Jim, I would love another opportunity to spend time with you. The amount of shooting knowledge you possess is priceless. Hope to see all of y'all again!

[Scott Tschirhart]

Raton NM

[Scott Tschirhart]

A few photos.

[Bill in Oregon]

Looks like someone is having an excellent time.

[Scott Tschirhart]

More photos.

[Scott Tschirhart]

And a few more

[Scott Tschirhart]

And a kind gift from a friend.

But after thinking about it, I gave it back. I don’t need to add more to my clutter.

[horsesoldier03]

Looks like you keep good company!

[High Desert Hunter]

Safe travels home to you and your Missus.

[samsi]

That's a really neat Redhawk, please tell me you put at least a couple rounds downrange with it.