Help monitor New Mexico’s cultural resources

In brief, 11/03/2005

The state’s Historic Preservation Division is seeking volunteers interested in monitoring endangered cultural resources in New Mexico, many of which are vulnerable to vandalism and looting because of their remote locations .

The New Mexico SiteWatch program is offering training for people interested in becoming site stewards from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 19 at Bandelier National Monument. They will learn how to spot vandalism and monitor for signs of ongoing deterioration or other problems at cultural sites.

SiteWatch units are already operating at Chaco Culture National Historic Park and Gila Cliff Dwellings.

The registration deadline is Nov. 11. To attend the session , contact coordinator Phil Young at 827-6314 or at phillip.young@state.nm.us.