Sangre de Cristo Acequia Association

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09/03/2025

The Sangre de Cristo Acequia Association Is Looking For A
Part-Time Program Manager ‼️

The Sangre de Cristo Acequia Association (SdCAA) and Colorado Association of Conservation District (CACD) are seeking a temporary part-time program manager to implement a new grant focused on implementing soil health practices and community education. The program manager will oversee the rollout and implementation of these new programs. These programs include working with producers to implement cover crops and grazing practices; and creating educational farmer-to-farmer education for the local community including farm tours and demonstration areas.

View the job description and learn more at www.coloradoacequias.org

HOW TO APPLY ⚠️
Send a cover letter, resume and two references to the SdCAA board of directors at [email protected]

This position is open until filled - May start as early as September 22nd 2025

Sangre de Cristo Acequia Association ¡EL AGUA ES VIDA! The Sangre de Cristo Acequia Association (SdCAA) is a 501(c)3 organization representing over 73 acequias in Colorado, which in turn support approximately 300 families. Based in San Luis, Colorado. Meetings The SdCAA meets the second Thursday of...

08/02/2025

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Educating our young people about the history and traditions of acequias is a critical component in ensuring the continued legacy of our acequia community. The SdCAA has created a set of curriculums for classrooms of all ages, links to which can be found below. Teachers are free to use any of these r...

05/16/2025

In This Newsletter:

* 2025 Congreso Summary
* Become A Sponsor
* The 2025 Scholarship Recipient
* ‘The Acequias: A Review of the Unique Water Management Systems of Colorado and New Mexico’ - By Mania Barns
* Colorado Land Link Networking Event
* We Are One Water Exhibit Input
* Costilla County Conservancy District Updates & Info
* Colorado Open Lands
* Acequia Video
* Board Contact Info
* Water Use Law

On March 8, the Sangre de Cristo Acequia Association hosted the thirteenth Congreso de Acequias in San Luis. Over 130 irrigators and community members celebrated Colorado’s cherished acequia heritage and shared resources. After the ceremonial blessing of the waters, morning sessions focused on pre...

03/04/2025

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We need all ACEQUIA DELEGATES or alternates to come and vote in board members. Please be there to vote on behalf of your acequia!

02/07/2025

Join us for the 2025 Congreso de Acequias! 💧

12/30/2024

December’s Newsletter💧

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Elena Miller-ter Kuile is a 6th generation farmer working on the original lands of her Hispano ancestors. Her farm Cactus Hill Farm still uses some of the oldest water rights in Colorado established in 1867. Elena raises sheep for grass fed meat as well as value-added wool products such as yarn and....

10/25/2024

Last week, the world lost acequia irrigator and environmental advocate, Tom Navarro. For those who would like more information, please see this remembrance from the family. A graveside service will take place Monday 10/28 at 10a at the San Luis Cemetery.

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10/02/2024

Check Out What's New in our - October Newsletter

The Colorado Soil Health Program is a program where producers enroll for three years to implement soil health practices on their land on a cost shared basis. Included in the program are soil tests the first and third year, and a soil moisture monitor with sensors at the 6-inch and 12-inch depths. Th...

10/02/2024

Check Out What's New In Our - October Newsletter

The Colorado Soil Health Program is a program where producers enroll for three years to implement soil health practices on their land on a cost shared basis. Included in the program are soil tests the first and third year, and a soil moisture monitor with sensors at the 6-inch and 12-inch depths. Th...