Thank you!
Thank you all so very much! “Thank You” to each and every one of you for your time and financial support which have allowed the programs and projects of The Frontera Land Alliance to succeed. We operate 100% from donations. Your generosity supports our land, water, and education preservation programs. The support that you give—as a member, grantor, or sponsor—always goes towards helping us expand our focus, plan for connectivity of wildlife, water and recreation, and hands-on educational programming.
This month we welcomed our newest team members to Frontera! We spent a week visiting all of Frontera’s projects, providing crash courses on our programing, and conducting on-site visits with El Paso Water (Utilities) to both the Knapp Land and Lost Dog, two of the properties on which Frontera holds conservation easements. It was a beautiful week with great weather, even if I did get them lost at one point!
The next step is for Rocio, Wendy and Kathia to meet you all. We hope that you can stop by for a quick “hello” at Frontera’s Annual Open House on Sunday, December 12th, from 2-5 p.m. We’re located downtown in the Zach White building at 1201 N. Mesa, lower-level. Plenty of parking available, front, side and behind the building.
Photo Contest 2021 Winners!
A big thank you to all those who shared their great photos with Frontera. Dr. Alex Mayer is our first-place winner and the cover of our holiday card. Allan Smith is our second and third place winner. We’re already looking forward to our 2022 Photo Contest!
Dr. Alex Mayer, 1st place
Allen Smith, above two photos 2nd and 3rd place respectably
Outreach Corner:
This month we had great weather for all our outdoor events. We took a hike through Thunder Canyon and enjoyed the scenery and even saw a couple of chipmunks. On November 17th we celebrated National Take A Hike Day by taking an evening hike with our dogs at Knapp Land. And luckily for us, we even spotted two mule deer and a great-horned owl on our hike!
During our Trail Maintenance Day, we made great progress at Resler Canyon. Volunteers helped us mark the extended trail that loops around the Canyon.
Frontera has partnered with ArtStream to educate local elementary students about the importance of Castner Range. This month, our education manager visited and lectured about the wildlife in our region at four elementary schools: Colin L. Powell, Tom Lea, Newman, and Dr. Joseph Torres.
Frontera Events: Events for Frontera
You are invited to our 2021 Open House Appreciation event! Please join us to meet our new board members and staff! We will also be thanking everyone that follows, supports, and has partnered with our organization this year. Refreshments will be provided. Sunday December 12th, from 2-5pm. The event will take place at our office in the Zach White building at 1201 N. Mesa St. (the lower level’s Suite D-3), El Paso TX 79902. Please RSVP by email to maryflor@fronteralandalliance.org
From our newest employees...
My name is Rocio Ronquillo. I was born in Ciudad Juarez and was raised in both Juarez and El Paso. I have a degree in Environmental Science with a concentration in Biology from the University of Texas at El Paso. Some of my duties will be to monitor trails and open space properties to ensure that they are safe for the users. I will also address invasive species, storm damage, and the misuse of our trails. I am happy to be part of Frontera’s team to promote and conserve our natural lands for future generations' enjoyment and education of our Chihuahuan desert. I am passionate about the work I do and excited to keep learning and growing within my community. I look forward to meeting you all!
Hello! My name is Wendy Diaz. I was born and raised in the border town of El Paso. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences with a concentration in Wildlife, Ecology, and Conservation from Texas A&M University. I am the Education and Volunteer Manager at Frontera. I will be creating opportunities for hikes, volunteerism, presentations, and more. I have a passion for conservation and enjoy spreading the awareness of our region and advocating for what our land has to offer. I am excited to bring educational outreach to further the success and efforts of Frontera Land Alliance.
Hi! My name is Kathia Gonzalez I’m Frontera’s new Development Director. I’m a Fronteriza with a bachelor's degree from UTEP in Biological Sciences with a concentration in Ecology and Evolution. I have worked with governmental entities as a wildlife tech with the forest service. I have also explored the nonprofit world by working with Audubon New Mexico as the conservation intern. I was a Farm to School Educator as an Americorps Service member in SouthWest Colorado. I’m a current Masters of Environmental candidate student at Western Colorado University. I’m excited to bring my experience and expertise to serve my community and the beautiful landscape we all share and want to protect!