Episode 4 - Anatomy of a Mountain Town - Ruidoso, New Mexico: We are back in Lubbock after the Texas Tech University Adventure Media bikepacking trip along the Billy the Kid Smokey Bear route. We spent five days and four nights traversing the backcountry of the Lincoln National Forest. Along the way, I interviewed locals living the mountain life in Ruidoso. In this episode, Jerod Foster and I sit down with four students from the class to get their take on life in Ruidoso and the outdoor recreation that abounds in the sky island around the village. Hannah Hudgens is a talented photographer and prolific writer. She is a veteran of these types of field class at Texas Tech and an accomplished outdoors-woman. Avery Barnes is one of the hardest working filmmakers I’ve met at Texas Tech. She is the finest example of work ethic meeting talent to produce an exceptional storyteller. Eddie McBroom is a modern day Mark Twain with a camera. He is a talented shooter with a quick wit and an eye for adventure. He’s also one heck of a singer. Kenneth Andrews is a compelling and earnest journalist. He writes, takes pictures, and videos with a steadfast and unshakable disposition. Kenneth is the calm in the storm. I’ve spent a lot of time on some epic adventures with all four of these students. They are exceptional artists and voracious travelers. It was an honor to have them on the show and get their thoughtful perspective on Ruidoso.