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Now Accepting Applications

Become a Whitfield Master Naturalist

Love the outdoors? Join a hands-on program exploring New Mexico's biomes, ecology, geology, and native plants and wildlife, all while supporting conservation across the state.

Classes run August 19 to October 24, 2026Application deadline: August 18, 2026

Learn More About the Program

Monthly Board Meetings

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July
30
2026

July
16
2026

Friends of Whitfield Newsletter!

Spring Newsletter 2026

The Whitfield Wildlife Conservation Area brings our community together through nature, education, and shared stewardship.

Our Spring Newsletter highlights our Earth Night and Day event at Whitfield honoring State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard and her efforts following the April, 2022 fire that ravaged Whitfield. The Spring edition also features our two Belen teams at this year’s Envirothon competition in Montezuma, NM. See what’s happening at Whitfield and discover ways to get involved. Download our Spring Newsletter here. 

Valencia SWCD Long Range Conservation Plan 2025

Shaping Our Future, Together

The future of Valencia County’s land and water belongs to all of us. Our Long-Range Conservation Plan is a roadmap for stewarding these precious resources for generations to come. Discover our shared vision and the steps we’re taking to ensure a healthy, sustainable environment for our community. You an download our long range plan here.

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