SdC National Heritage Area seeks board members

VALLEY — The Sangre de Cristo National Heritage Area (SdCNHA) is seeking to fill several volunteer board member positions from residents in Costilla and Conejos Counties. This would be a great opportunity for those who enjoy cultural preservation, heritage tourism, and historical work in a friendly and collaborative environment.

The SdCNHA board of directors provides the opportunity for local residents to become engaged in a leadership role. Volunteers in these positions represent the voice of citizens in support of local heritage preservation efforts and the community-oriented mission of the Heritage Area, and are willing to commit to one meeting per month and participation on sub-committees.

Local projects have included historic building rehabilitation, interpretation of historic and scenic/recreational sites, educational programming and cultural events, and documentation of culturally significant components of traditional ways of life. These efforts seek to contribute to community building or heritage tourism, promote a spirit of pride and create a legacy in the Colorado counties of Alamosa, Conejos, and Costilla.

Applicants are encouraged to attend the next board of directors meeting on October 18.

Also visit the SdCNHA’s website and review the organization’s goals and objectives, found on the Management Plan page: http://sdcnha.org/wp/management-plan/

Applications can be found on the website:  http://sdcnha.org/wp/boardmembers/