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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 ProgramThe 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.
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.
Join us on October 3 for Whitfield’s annual Pollinator Festival! Learn about how to create a pollinator-friendly garden or farm and the importance of our state pollinators. Pick up some native pollinator plants at our plant sale and giveaway. Presentations led by pollinator professionals. Event Hours: 10:00AM Gates open 4:00PM
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