TAKE ACTION

Preserve the Sandias For All

Help keep public land in the Sandia Mountains accessible for current and future generations.

Take action today by contacting elected officials, signing the petition, informing friends/family/neighbors, and joining the organizing effort.

Take Three Minutes to Make Three Calls

Make Your Voice Heard

  • Call or write our New Mexico congressional offices!

  • Call at any time and leave message

  • Please call 1-2 times a week

  • Be respectful and polite

  • Print out phone call script and talking points

Congressional Offices

  1. Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury
    505-346-6781 (most important call)

  2. Senator Martin Heinrich
    505-346-6601

  3. Senator Ben Ray Lujan
    505-337-7023

Script for Phone Call

“Hello, my name is _________. I live in_______. I’m calling today to ask that the Sandia Mountains remain under US Forest Service management.
“The 2003 agreement between the US government and the Pueblo of Sandia exists in perpetuity and offers a means by which to deal with issues voiced by the Pueblo such as litter, road conditions, parking lots, and trail conditions.
“10,000 acres of public land should not be given away. Let’s preserve Wilderness areas and keep Public Lands in Public Hands.”

Make it personal! The script is a jumping off point, but research shows calling campaigns are most effective when people share personal stories. Please be polite when you call, and do not make any negative or nasty comments about the members of congress, the Pueblo, or anyone’s motivations. This will not help make your case.

Printable Script
Talking Points

Sign & Share Online Petition

Every signature sends a clear message:
New Mexicans want the existing 2003 agreement honored and public access to the Sandia Mountains protected.

If you believe the Sandias should remain accessible for hiking, climbing, birding, hunting, trail running, and other responsible recreation, add your name today. Help grow our collective voice by sharing the petition with friends, family, neighbors, and fellow outdoor enthusiasts.

SIGN ONLINE PETITION

Tell Friends, Family & Neighbors

Many people don't know this legislation has been proposed. One conversation can make a difference.

Here's how you can spread the word:

  • Share this website with friends, family, and neighbors.

  • Post about the issue on social media.

  • Forward information to hiking groups, neighborhood associations, and community organizations.

  • Encourage others to make three quick phone calls to Congress.

The more people who understand what's happening, the stronger our voice will be.

Share Online Petition
Share Informational Flyer
Talking Points
Help Grow Our Email List

Volunteer To Help

We need community members who are willing to help educate others and organize locally.

Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Talk with hikers at Sandia trailheads. Volunteer shifts are available every Saturday and Sunday morning. We'll provide flyers, talking points, and everything you need. Signup form for August trailhead volunteering

  • Help organize neighborhood outreach and community events.

  • Assist with phone banking and volunteer coordination.

  • Help with social media, graphic design, photography, or writing.

  • Research, administrative support, or other behind-the-scenes projects.

  • Bring your own skills and ideas—we welcome all kinds of help.

Whether you can volunteer for one morning or on an ongoing basis, we'd love to have you involved.

August Trailhead Volunteer Signup
Printable Info Flyer
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Letters To The Editor

Letters to the editor are one of the most effective ways to raise public awareness, shape conversations, and encourage elected officials to pay attention to this issue. Use the talking points below to submit your own person Letter to the Editor to the Albuquerque Journal and Santa Fe New Mexican.

  • Share your personal Sandia story and why this mountain matter to you and your family.

  • Protect public access to the Sandias for current and future generations. These mountains should remain open and accessible to everyone.

  • The public deserves a voice in decisions involving 10,000 acres of federal public land. Major changes should not happen without meaningful community input.

  • The 2003 T'uf Shur Bien agreement was created as a lasting solution and protects important interests "in perpetuity." That commitment should be honored.

  • Protect the Sandias as a public resource that supports recreation, quality of life, and New Mexico's outdoor economy.

  • Bring all parties together to work out concerns using the framework of the current 2003 agreement.

Albuquerque Journal Form
Santa Fe New Mexican Form

Attend Public Meetings

Public officials need to hear directly from the people who use and care about the Sandias.

When possible:

  • Attend Bernalillo County and Sandoval County Commission meetings.

  • Participate in public meetings hosted by elected officials.

  • Attend town halls with members of Congress.

  • Speak during public comment when opportunities are available.

  • Encourage friends and neighbors to attend with you.

Showing up in person demonstrates that this issue matters to our community. Sign up below to receive notifications about upcoming meetings and opportunities to participate.

‍ ‍UPCOMING AUGUST PUBLIC MEETINGS

Public comment make a difference and these meetings are coming up in August:

* We'll send additional information to our email list with talking points before each meeting.

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