The Stop Tererro Mine Coalition has joined forces with Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors (HECHO), working in unison to advocate for the Pecos Watershed Protection Act, a crucial piece of legislation designed to shield the region from the devastating impacts of mining.
The United States Air Force’s proposal to expand low-elevation combat training across southern Arizona and southwest New Mexico has sparked significant controversy and rightful concern among local communities, environmental groups, and Native American tribes. This plan, part of their Special Use Optimization Strategy, aims to modify ten existing Military Operations Areas (MOAs), potentially transforming the … Sonic Booms vs. Wilderness Serenity: The Threat of Military Overflights in the Gila
Editor’s Note: The State Land Office manages state lands and funds public education and other institutions. Commissioner Garcia Richard is tasked with overseeing 9 million surface acres and 13 million mineral acres. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. Mark Allison: After more than a decade-long effort, we were pleased to see Interior … An Exclusive Interview with State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard
Editor’s Note: After nine years of service on New Mexico Wild’s board of directors, Ernie stepped down this summer. He is the Southwest Regional Director for the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), covering 64 park units in the Four Corners states. Mark Allison: Hi Ernie, thanks for making time and great to see you. Ernie, … A conversation with New Mexico Wild Board member Ernie Atencio
New Mexico Wild has submitted comments on the U.S. Forest Service’s Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for Amendments to Land Management Plans to Address Old-Growth Forests Across the National Forest System. While we support the Forest Service’s efforts to develop a national policy to protect old-growth forests, as directed by Executive Order 14072, we have … New Mexico Wild Calls for Stronger Protections in National Old Growth Forest Amendment Comment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 11, 2024 Contact: Garrett VeneKlasen, garrett@nmwild.org, 505-670-2925 U.S. Forest Service Deals Devastating Blow to Sacred Lands and Local Communities in New Mexico’s Caja del Rio Decision Opens the Door for a Power Transmission Line through Sacred Landscape; Ignores Tribal Interests, and Renewable Energy and Location Alternatives SANTA FE, NM – Yesterday … Press Release: U.S. Forest Service Deals Devastating Blow to Sacred Lands and Local Communities in New Mexico’s Caja del Rio
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 10, 2024 Contacts: Allyson Siwik, Gila Conservation Coalition, allysonsiwik@gmail.com, 575-590-7619 Todd Schulke, Center for Biological Diversity, tschulke@biologicaldiversity.org, 575-574-5962 Patrice Mutchnick, Heart of the Gila, heartofthegila@gmail.com, 575-574-8342 Luke Koenig, New Mexico Wild, luke@nmwild.org, 443-676-3200 Kim Vacariu, Peaceful Chiricahua Skies, kimvac@vtc.net, 520-390-3969 David Becker, Bird Alliance of Southwestern New Mexico, dhebecker@yahoo.com, 971-207-7216 Conservation Groups Oppose Air Force … Conservation Groups Oppose Air Force Proposal for Low Elevation and Supersonic Airspace Over Rural Communities and Tribal Lands in Southern Arizona and Southwest New Mexico
