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The goal of this program is to create a network of ranchers, scientists, consultants, conservationists, volunteers and others who will be able to assist a rancher or other landowner in 'making the leap' to progressive stewardship through collaboration.

This assistance will be in the form of Referrals, Coaches, Mentors, Specialists, a Grant Program, and a Web-based Directory.

Possible actions include: helping a rancher develop a planned grazing program; organizing a low-stress livestock handling clinic; finding a mentoring rancher for a landowner; linking a scientist with a rancher; finding an apprentice or a young rancher to work with a landowner; making small grants; organizing tours; or delivering monitoring or mapping services.

In all cases, the goal is to seek out `eager learners' and give them whatever assistance we can.

The first step, currently underway, will be to create a 'bank' of ranchers, scientists, consultants, and others around the region willing to participate in the New Ranch Network at some level. The goal is to identify individuals and organizations with a specific set of skills and a willingness to share information with eager learners.

The second step, beginning shortly, will be to seek out individuals or associations who want to participate in the New Ranch Network as eager learners. A key will be to find someone in a rural community to host an open meeting. A presentation on the 'New Ranch' will be made by The Quivira Coalition, along with a partnering rancher, followed by an interview process for any eager learners.

The third step will be to deliver the resource the eager learner requires, including Referrals. Individuals can contact The Quivira Coalition directly or go to the web site to seek assistance.

The heart of the New Ranch Network will be a combination of Coaches, Mentors, and Specialists - a substantial structure of education that will be available for the eager learner serious about making changes.

Funding for the NRN has been provided by the U.S. Forest Service, the Sonoran Institute, PNM, and Environmental Defense. We thank them for their support.