CONSERVATION AND PRESERVATION

THE LEGACY AND THE FUTURE

Conservation of the lands, waters and wildlife.
Preservation of the place and its rich history.

Together these are the heart and soul of Cimarroncita.

People have walked softly leaving no trace here forever.

We honor this past and strive to ensure that the same strong truth is carried into the future.

We are committed to the conservation and sustainable management of the wildlands, waters and wildlife of Cimarroncita; the preservation and restoration of historic structures and sites through the use of sustainable practices, products and materials; an expanded tradition of nature tourism and outdoor recreation offered commercially to the public; and stewardship inspiration and education through the "living laboratory" and summer camps of the non-profit organization, Cimarron Conservation Camp.

Most importantly: we are planning for the future of Cimarroncita through the establishment of The Cimarroncita Foundation.

Your patronage offers affirmation and participation in these goals. We are honored and thank you for choosing Cimarroncita as your place to experience nature and enjoy the great outdoors.

Please contact us if you have an interest in participating in the mission, goals and future of Cimarroncita through the Cimarroncita Foundation.

Minnette Burges and Alan Huerta

Contact us to learn how you can join us and become involved in these efforts.

Read about Cimarroncita history.

A CONTEMPORARY SHADE OF GREEN
Environmentally sound practices at Cimarroncita.

In establishing and implementing environmentally sound operational practices we have discovered that the contemporary sustainability movement harkens to historical approaches, procedures and processes. Two brief examples: Historic gardens at Cimarroncita have for decades been watered primarily with rainwater runoff, and rainwater is directed not only for rainwater harvesting and use, but also for erosion control and other broader purposes. Outdoor night lighting has always been kept at a minimum; often the night sky is so bright nothing else is necessary.

At Cimarroncita we combine the best practices of the past with the products and opportunities of the present in implementing environmentally sound operational practices. Many of these goals are in place, and others are a core part of our planning for future restoration work and rebuilding.

Cimarroncita is actively engaged in practices to implement the following goals:
Minimize light pollution.
Minimize domestic water use.
Maximize rainwater harvesting.
Maximize natural day lighting.
Protect ozone layer.
Recycle and reduce landfill waste.
Reduce net electrical usage.
Salvage and recycle building materials.
Use of energy efficient building materials.
Use of ecologically sound building materials.
Use of environmentally sound paints and finishes.
Use of locally grown produce.