We want to survey this area to find out about demographics, then survey the businesses here to see the direction they'd like to see the area develop. Wildgrube said the area between Angel Fire and Eagle Nest could, with cooperation between the two villages, be developed. But there is a segment of the community that doesn't necessarily want growth because it may endanger the natural beauty. Like the other communities, Eagle Nest benefits from this beauty. Fishing is the big draw here.
People come here for the beauty and the climate.
Campbell said that business in Eagle Nest was good last year and he expects an increase in tourism this year. Summer is the most popular season, and he said that several upcoming events should attract visitors to the town. Campbell added that tourism continues through the winter months as Eagle Nest attracts overflow business from the ski resorts in Angel Fire and Red River. In Questa, the times have been harder. Molycorp, which operates the molybdenum mines here, has again reduced their workforce.