NMVFO plans 20+ volunteer work projects each year. Click here for a printable overview of the current project season, and check back often for additional information posted as it becomes available. To receive updates and detailed information about upcoming projects and events, be sure to sign up for the NMVFO newsletter on the Home page. Public land agencies that are interested in proposing a project should contact our Projects Team (projects@nmvfo.org) for more information and our easy-to-complete project proposal form.

If you’re new to NMVFO, be sure to visit our FAQ page to learn more about what to expect on a project. Project leaders are always happy to answer your questions about specific projects. Have a non-project related question? Send us a message from our Contact page. Pets are not allowed on any NMVFO projects. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or other legal guardian

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  • Yet Another Manzano Crest Lopping ADD-ON

    Several volunteers hike up to the crest from Trail Canyon Trailhead and lop a badly overgrown section, and then retreat through rain and hail

  • Capulin Trail Backpack (SFNF)

    We partner with Backcountry Horsemen to improve the Capulin Trail in
    the Santa Fe National Forest

  • Santa Ana Pueblo Environmental Fair

    Join us at the 24th annual Santa Ana Pueblo Environmental Fair, and meet people from other New Mexico outdoor groups

  • Limestone Canyon (Magdalena RD)

    We return to help restore wetland meadows in Limestone Canyon over Labor Day Weekend, with partner Albuquerque Wildlife Federation

  • Manzano Crest Lopping and Sawing (Mountainair RD)

    We will remove downfall and do touch-up lopping on the Kayser Mill Trail in the Manzano Mountains.  If time allows, we will continue the same work along the Manzano Crest Trail

  • Kaiser Mill ADD-ON (Mountainair RD)

    Six volunteers spent a full day working on the Kayser Mill Trail in the Manzano Mountains, focusing on lopping and clearing downfall

  • Ute Lake State Park CANCELED

    Install wooden steps and rock check dams and improve a nature trail at Ute Lake State Park in eastern NM