Duke Sheppard
@dukelives.bsky.social
Musician, songwriter (music duo Pint & a Half, Howlin' Dog Records), hiker/backpacker, explorer, nature lover, ex-river ranger/park ranger ex-fly fishing guide, traveler, coffee roaster, cat guy, truth seeker. ally. NM, CO and the road. Republicans: GFYS
Clips from a few of our adventures.
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“How do you find these places?”
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February 5, 2026 at 2:32 PM
Clips from a few of our adventures.
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Today: Percha Creek, Kingston Campground, Kingston New Mexico. #southwest #outdoors #BlackRange #sierracountynm
February 4, 2026 at 2:43 AM
Today: Percha Creek, Kingston Campground, Kingston New Mexico. #southwest #outdoors #BlackRange #sierracountynm
Trying to get a local trail group together in Sierra County, NM. There’s already a plan moving forward to build a footbridge across the Rio Grande in TorC, and we have a trail day scheduled in the Black Range on March 16! Hope to do more before then.
February 1, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Trying to get a local trail group together in Sierra County, NM. There’s already a plan moving forward to build a footbridge across the Rio Grande in TorC, and we have a trail day scheduled in the Black Range on March 16! Hope to do more before then.
A favorite desert stream in a remote, rarely visited canyon. Sierra County New Mexico, near our home in Hillsboro.
January 30, 2026 at 11:40 PM
A favorite desert stream in a remote, rarely visited canyon. Sierra County New Mexico, near our home in Hillsboro.
January 30, 2026 at 11:38 PM
We hosted open mic at the Hillsboro New Mexico Community Center today! Fun times with some talented folks in Sierra County!
January 29, 2026 at 3:40 AM
We hosted open mic at the Hillsboro New Mexico Community Center today! Fun times with some talented folks in Sierra County!
Much needed moisture yesterday! View coming in to Hillsboro New Mexico, with the Black Range in the clouds.
January 26, 2026 at 4:05 AM
Much needed moisture yesterday! View coming in to Hillsboro New Mexico, with the Black Range in the clouds.
A little walk on the “town loop” around our tiny village, Hillsboro New Mexico. #southwest #explore
January 21, 2026 at 4:15 PM
A little walk on the “town loop” around our tiny village, Hillsboro New Mexico. #southwest #explore
Beautiful January day on Percha Creek. Sierra County New Mexico.
January 18, 2026 at 4:17 AM
Beautiful January day on Percha Creek. Sierra County New Mexico.
I don't know how many businesses we've started over the years, but a few have lasted 20+ years. We're trying something new; a hobby that grew into a passion that is now a business. We'll see where it goes, but we're excited! Still going to play music and still going to explore... #coffee
January 16, 2026 at 5:11 PM
I don't know how many businesses we've started over the years, but a few have lasted 20+ years. We're trying something new; a hobby that grew into a passion that is now a business. We'll see where it goes, but we're excited! Still going to play music and still going to explore... #coffee
It’s been awhile since, but what a beautiful day to get back on the mountain bike again! Riding the high grassy bench lands with the Black Range just to the west, near Hillsboro New Mexico. #mtb #sierracountynm
January 13, 2026 at 10:35 PM
It’s been awhile since, but what a beautiful day to get back on the mountain bike again! Riding the high grassy bench lands with the Black Range just to the west, near Hillsboro New Mexico. #mtb #sierracountynm
One of my favorite places close to home to visit and just sit by the creek. Sierra County New Mexico has everything from low Chihuahuan Desert to 10,000’ + mountains with spruce/fir and aspen forests. This is at around 6500’.
January 13, 2026 at 4:15 PM
One of my favorite places close to home to visit and just sit by the creek. Sierra County New Mexico has everything from low Chihuahuan Desert to 10,000’ + mountains with spruce/fir and aspen forests. This is at around 6500’.
Scenic Trail (796), Gila National Forest, Black Range Mountains, New Mexico this morning.
January 10, 2026 at 2:39 AM
Scenic Trail (796), Gila National Forest, Black Range Mountains, New Mexico this morning.
Hiking in the Black Range this morning. Trail #796, the “Scenic Trail,” Gila National Forest.
January 10, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Hiking in the Black Range this morning. Trail #796, the “Scenic Trail,” Gila National Forest.
January 5, 2026 at 3:36 AM
Reposted by Duke Sheppard
The Epstein Files Transparency Act is a law, passed by Congress on November 19 with an overwhelming vote. Complying with it was not optional. The Department of Justice did not comply.
I want to make sure this is very clear.
I want to make sure this is very clear.
January 4, 2026 at 6:18 PM
The Epstein Files Transparency Act is a law, passed by Congress on November 19 with an overwhelming vote. Complying with it was not optional. The Department of Justice did not comply.
I want to make sure this is very clear.
I want to make sure this is very clear.
December 28, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Another beautiful day in Truth or Consequences New Mexico. We still get to enjoy our hot springs tub when we don’t have the place rented out. #southwest #hotsprings #sierracountynm
December 24, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Another beautiful day in Truth or Consequences New Mexico. We still get to enjoy our hot springs tub when we don’t have the place rented out. #southwest #hotsprings #sierracountynm
Sometimes the most zen thing I can do is to work up a sweat doing some trail work. A local trail that hasn’t been maintained for years- I’m trying to get it in shape for some fun mountain biking. New Mexico, Black Range, Gila National Forest
December 22, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Sometimes the most zen thing I can do is to work up a sweat doing some trail work. A local trail that hasn’t been maintained for years- I’m trying to get it in shape for some fun mountain biking. New Mexico, Black Range, Gila National Forest
Images from the Danza de Matachines during the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe in our tiny village of Hillsboro New Mexico. #southwest #BlackRange #sierracountynm
December 15, 2025 at 3:53 AM
Images from the Danza de Matachines during the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe in our tiny village of Hillsboro New Mexico. #southwest #BlackRange #sierracountynm
Danza de Matachines in our little village of Hillsboro, New Mexico on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
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Pint & a Half on Instagram: "Danza de Matachines for the Feast of Guadalupe in our tiny little village of Hillsboro New Mexico today! Such a fun, colorful tradition. #newmexico #explore #matachines"
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Hillsboro, New Mexico, as we delve into the world of Matachines. Discover the history, significance, and nuances of this vibrant tradition, steeped in...
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December 15, 2025 at 3:38 AM
Danza de Matachines in our little village of Hillsboro, New Mexico on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
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Out exploring a route above a canyon about 2 miles from our home in Hillsboro New Mexico. I want to build a trail here, but it’s seriously rugged- might have to be a cairn route in spots. Beautiful stream down below! #southwest #hike #explore #protectpubliclands #resist #outdoors #canyon
December 9, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Out exploring a route above a canyon about 2 miles from our home in Hillsboro New Mexico. I want to build a trail here, but it’s seriously rugged- might have to be a cairn route in spots. Beautiful stream down below! #southwest #hike #explore #protectpubliclands #resist #outdoors #canyon
Our cozy little “Victorian Territorial” Adobe, Hillsboro New Mexico.
December 7, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Our cozy little “Victorian Territorial” Adobe, Hillsboro New Mexico.
Percha Creek through town (Hillsboro New Mexico) has been dry for months. I noticed today that we have a tiny flow again in spots. #southwest #desertlife
December 6, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Percha Creek through town (Hillsboro New Mexico) has been dry for months. I noticed today that we have a tiny flow again in spots. #southwest #desertlife