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Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project

Creating pathways to the outdoors for underrepresented communities. Amplifying our voices in public land, water & wildlife decision-making.

07/23/2026

Join Nuestra Tierra to celebrate the places and waters that define and sustain us, and the people who work to protect them.

Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project is hosting the Gila Wild & Scenic Film Festival at the Seedboat Collective in Silver City, New Mexico on August 22nd from 4-7 p.m. Join us to celebrate the places and waters that define and sustain us, and the people who work to protect them regionally, nationally, and locally. The films weave shared challenges, resilience, and successes across campaigns to inspire and energize our collective efforts to keep places wild and scenic. Tickets available at the link in our bio.

04/20/2026

FREE EVENT + Registration Required
Bows in Burque is coming to Barelas Park on May 9th!

•Seguido en Español•

Join Nuestra Tierra and our partners Latino Outdoors, Continental Divide Trail Coalition, and the Outdoors Opportunity Coalition for hands-on activities to learn the basics of Archery, Casting and Fishing, Rock Climbing and more!

Come as you are! No experience is necessary. First-timers are encouraged and all gear will be provided.

Together, we will practice:

• Accuracy and safety in archery
• How to cast a fishing rod and reel in fish (they are plastic this time)
• Learn about activities and resources available for families to continue exploring the outdoors in community and on your own

Enjoy a free Paleta!

This event usually sells out - Register Today: springbowsinburque2026.eventbrite.com

ESPAÑOL
Evento GRATIS + Registración Requerida

“Bows in Burque” llega al Parque Barelas el 9 de mayo.

Únete a Nuestra Tierra y a nuestros compañeros: Latino Outdoors, Continental Divide Trail Coalition y Outdoors Opportunity Coalition, en actividades prácticas para aprender lo básico de tiro con arco, pesca, escalar roca y mucho más.

Ven tal como estas. No necesitas experiencia. Los que vengan por primera vez son bienvenidos; todo el equipo será proporcionado.

Juntos practicaremos:

· Precisión y seguridad en tiro con arco
· Cómo lanzar una caña y pescar (los peces son de plástico esta vez)
· Actividades y recursos para que las familias sigan explorando el aire libre en comunidad y por su cuenta

¡Disfruta de una paleta gratis!

Este evento normalmente se llena. Regístrate hoy:
springbowsinburque2026.eventbrite.com

01/27/2026

Nuestra Tierra is proud to be a part of the Coalition for Outdoor Equity Fund NM, a statewide alliance working to secure sustainable public funding for our state’s Outdoor Equity Fund. Together, we’re ensuring every young New Mexican can access meaningful outdoor experiences — today and for generations to come.

We believe outdoor access creates opportunity and is a basic right, not a privilege. The Outdoor Equity Fund helps remove barriers so more youth can experience the outdoors. Since 2019, the Outdoor Equity Fund has connected over 100,000 New Mexico youth to the outdoors —many for the very first time. But demand continues to outpace funding. A thriving Outdoor Equity Fund means healthier youth, stronger communities, and pathways to future careers in conservation and outdoor recreation.

The Coalition for Outdoor Equity Fund NM is working to make these values a reality across our state. Learn more about NMOEF here: nmoutside.com/grants/outdoor-equity-fund

01/26/2026

Today is World Clean Energy Day, but what does that mean, really? 🧐
Clean energy refers to power sources, like solar, wind, hydropower, and geothermal, that do not emit greenhouse gases during their production, use, and disposal stages.

Why is this important?
Although “clean” ≠ perfect, keeping carbon dioxide (CO2) out of the atmosphere helps to fight climate change through low-carbon or carbon-free energy production.

At the heart of it all, this isn’t about technology but people. This April, New Mexico will become the first state in the Southwest to launch a Clean Transportation Fuel Program, aiming to cut transportation emissions by 20% by 2030. This means that 50% of revenues will directly benefit low-income and underserved New Mexicans, the same frontline communities that are often impacted by industrial or environmental factors.

True progress is making sure that those most affected by energy decisions are the ones leading the discussions. Nuestra Tierra is committed to ensuring that our history, values, and people are authentically reflected in public land and water management decisions - today and every day.

Learn more about New Mexico’s Clean Transportation Fuel Program here: https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_news/new-mexico-to-roll-out-clean-fuels-marketplace-april-1/article_30b63734-731f-448f-b88a-f5c42186e1f7.html

01/22/2026

In the latest “Make It Make Sense!” news, the Environmental Policy Agency (EPA) has stopped assigning dollar values to lives saved and the health problems avoided through many of its environmental regulations on fine particles and ozone pollution. This is a significant rollback from decades of established policy.

Fine particles, known as PM2.5, come from a variety of sources, including power plants that burn fossil fuels like coal and gas. Long-term exposure is known to cause asthma, heart attacks, dementia, and even premature death. It is estimated that over 230,000 lives per year were saved thanks to previous EPA regulations.

Since 1981, an executive order from President Ronald Reagan mandated that the EPA weigh costs against benefits for major regulations. The data consistently showed the Clean Air Act paying for itself 20 times over, which meant small decreases in air pollution translated to huge savings when multiplied across the entire population.

By removing dollar values from health benefits while keeping industry cost calculations, the scales tip in favor of polluters, creating “justification” for doing away with pollution protections that save lives!

Why are we moving backwards in 2026? Make👏 it👏 make👏 sense👏!
Nuestra Tierra is assembling a grassroots team of volunteers to broaden our reach and impact in New Mexico. Join our community advocacy team for opportunities to share stories with key legislators, participate in events, and build community: tinyurl.com/NTAdvocacyTeam

Read more here: https://www.npr.org/2026/01/13/nx-s1-5675307/epa-air-regulations-health-benefits

01/13/2026

Thanks again to Grizz and the team at KISS El Paso for having us back on the air this morning. It’s always a good time catching up and getting folks excited about getting outdoors.

In the words of our Àngel Peña, Executive Director, “having fun and going outside doesn’t need to be climbing to the top of the peak. Being a recreationist doesn’t mean you have to be able to pitch a tent in under a minute; it can be a carne asada… it can be floating the river, it can be waking up [from camping] with drink cans all around you. That's the beauty of it! That the outside speaks to us in all different ways, and it really doesn’t matter as long as you’re out there having fun.”

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01/08/2026

The year just started, and we’ve had enough! ❌
On January 6, the federal government (Bureau of Land Management) leased over 20,000 acres of OUR PUBLIC LANDS in New Mexico to oil and gas companies, costing us $110 million in lost revenue because of outdated rates that prioritize industry profits.

That’s $110 million that should have gone to our schools, hospitals, and public institutions, yet New Mexico’s frontline communities continue to get shortchanged.

Ya basta! New Mexicans deserve better! Public land management needs to include prioritizing and protecting our collective lands and landscapes, not just industry profits.

Read more here: www.taxpayer.net/energy-natural-resources/20000-acres-of-public-land-in-new-mexico-leased-for-oil-gas-development-could-cost-taxpayers-110-million-in-lost-royalties/

12/31/2025

Today is the LAST DAY to make a tax-deductible contribution for 2025, but more importantly, it’s the last day of a year where our communities show extraordinary resilience and courage.

We’re in a critical moment where both conservation and our communities are under attack by an administration that doesn’t see us as part of the American story. Some donors have pulled back.

But Nuestra Tierra has been preparing for this. Our operations are solid. Our team is steady. Our communities know exactly what’s at stake. We’re not retreating, apologizing, or shrinking. Forward is our battle cry.

Forward means:
+ People-powered conservation at La Mancha Wetlands
+ Securing sustainable outdoor equity in New Mexico
+ Leading the movement for federal outdoor opportunities across the nation

If you believe in that future, please consider making your final gift of the year before midnight. ⏰

Thank you for building Nuestro Futuro with us. 🙏
Give now: tinyurl.com/EOYGiving2025 or use the link in our bio 🔗

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