Local Services
Altitude
The elevation of Dixon NM is 6028 feet [1037 meters] above sea level . When coming here from lower altitudes, please be aware of the altitude adjustment you will need to make.
Healthcare:
This facility is in a location that has limited facilities for health problems. We are at 6,000 + feet altitude. We have a clinic about four miles away that is open Monday through Friday. We have a good volunteer fire department with EMT and ambulance service. The nearest hospital and ambulance service is approximately twenty-five miles away in either direction. We are not without service, but we cannot compare to city service. If you have significant health problems, please consult your personal physician as to the safety of being in this altitude in this location. Remember to bring a sufficient supply of your medications for your stay.
Grocery Stores
Dixon boasts a thriving local Co-op, the Dixon Market: http://www.dixonmarket.com/. It is within easy walking distance of Mission Embudo and you can get most of your essential groceries there.
Farmers' Market
Dixon has one of the largest populations of organic farmers in NM. Each Wednesday, during the summer, between 4.30-7pm, you can explore the market. Here you will find homemade tamales, tortillas, jams, jellies, pies, bread and much more including the finest, freshest produce anywhere. With over 50 different vendors over the course of the season, you are sure to find what you need as well as a few wonderful surprises!
Library/WiFi Hotspot:
Dixon NM also has a thriving library with computers on broadband available to the public and is a WiFi hotspot you can use with your own wireless laptop connection.
Radio:
KLDK is a Low-power broadcasting radio station ("96.5 on your FM dial") located in Dixon. KLDK is run entirely by a volunteer staff and is funded primarily through fund raisers. KLDK's license is held by the Embudo Valley Community Library. KLDK features a wide variety of Spanish and Anglo programing.
Artists:
The substantial number of artists and craft people living in the area led to the 1981 creation of the Dixon Studio Tour which annually draws many visitors during the two days in November that it occupies. There are three galleries in the area, Metier Fine Handweaving and Craft, Rare Earth and Rift Gallery Contemporary Art.
Wineries:
La Chiripada (http://www.lachiripada.com/) and Vivác Winery (www.vivacwinery.com/) are two of the fine local wineries, both of which are located in Dixon.