Regina Lopez-Whiteskunk

Montezuma Land Conservancy is an innovative local land trust working to protect lands and reconnect community to our natural world in the stunning southwest corner of Colorado. Founded in 1998, MLC has worked with 75 families to protect over 46,000 acres of open space, wildlife habitat, public access trails, agricultural lands, and archaeological resources throughout Montezuma, Dolores, and San Miguel Counties through the use of voluntary conservation easements. At MLC we realize the importance of connecting our communities to place and work with our community partners to develop innovative and inclusive youth and adult programs that ensure future generations have the opportunity to engage with the natural world and build relationships in their community. Our Community Conservation programs use land as a canvas for positive youth development, building leadership skills, and exposing youth to careers in conservation helping to ensure that the next generation is ready to continue this critical work.