Tribal Programs
Natural Resources
Department of Natural Resources
Our Mission Statement
The Pueblo of San Felipe Department of Natural Resources commits to protect, conserve, sustain, and manage the land, water, and air resources of the Pueblo for enhancement and the beneficial purposes of present and future generations in a manner that reflects the cultural and traditional beliefs of San Felipe Pueblo and its Tribal Council.
Land
The DNR works with direction from Tribal Leadership and the Land Committee to reacquire ancestral land, and to ensure our land base is managed in the best interests of the Pueblo. Our Tribal Historic Preservation Office works to preserve cultural resources both on the Pueblo and our ancestral lands.
Environment
The DNR manages the Pueblo’s surface water quality program and works to promote clean water and stewardship for the Pueblo.
Water Resources & Agriculture
Our Water Resources and Agriculture programs provide farming and irrigation services for the community to support the agricultural traditions of the Pueblo, and a return to Food Sovereignty.
Hunting
The Pueblo has a limited number of hunting authorizations available for purchase each year. These prime, guided elk hunts in northern New Mexico can include lodging. Please contact the DNR for more information.
Access Permits
The Pueblo of San Felipe has both Access Permit Regulations and a Trespass and Drone Ordinance. Please contact the Department of Natural Resources to inquire about access permits.
Contact Information
The DNR works with direction from Tribal Leadership and the Land Committee to reacquire ancestral land, and to ensure our land base is managed in the best interests of the Pueblo. Our Tribal Historic Preservation Office works to preserve cultural resources both on the Pueblo and our ancestral lands.
Department Phone: 505-771-9965
Director: 505-771-9963
GIS/GPS Coordinator: 505-771-6632
Office Manager: 505-771-9965
Water Resources Specialist: 505-865-5234
Land Management: 505-771-9971
Environmental Specialist: 505-771-6637
Animal Control: 505-895-3275
Positions
Director
Pinu’u Stout
505-771-9963
Water Resources Specialist
Michael T. Sandoval
505-867-5234
Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
Ricardo Ortiz
505-771-6636
GIS/GPS Coordinator
Nevin Sanchez
505-771-6632
Land Management Specialist
Rueben Duran
505-771-9971
Animal Control Officer
Candace Aguilar
505-985-3275
Agriculture Program Supervisor
Nathanial Valencia
505-437-8031