Editor's Note
"In this issue on Community and the New Ranch, we consider that ranching is not just a way to make a living, but is an integral part of some cultures in New Mexico. Assaults on ranching, in the name of ecological protection, can have the unintended consequence of destroying the underpinnings of some communities. We believe that the techniques of the New Ranch, as well as other collaborative efforts, can accomplish both ecological protection and the preservation of culture and tradition."

Contents:

• "Environmental Justice and Public Lands Ranching in Northern New Mexico" -Ernest Atencio
• "Senorito Creek Project Update"
• "From the Founders" -Jim Winder, Courtney White, Barbara Johnson
• "Community and Cultural Diversity: Ranching, Farming and the Natural Environment" -Dr. David Henkel
• "Profile of Good Stewardship: Sam Montoya, Pueblo of Sandia"
• "Restoring Hope in El Valle"
• "The Far Horizon" -Courtney White