Water in the Mesilla Valley Lecture & Walk

Join Ranger Daniel for a discussion of water in the Mesilla Valley. Meet Ranger Daniel in the Reynolds Store before walking over to the Acequia Madre, or “Mother Ditch,” to discuss the historic canals and irrigation system. Learn about how the Rio Grande shifted course over time, changes to the river’s plants and animals, and why seasonal flooding caused problems for people living in the floodplain. Participants will gain a greater appreciation of the vital importance of water for people and agriculture across the Mesilla Valley. This program is FREE! Call 575-202-1638 for more information.

Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site is located at 2350 Calle Principal on the Old Mesilla Plaza. 

NOTE ON PARKING & TRAFFIC: Due to construction Calle de Santiago is shut down from Calle de Arroyo and Calle De Picacho. Access to parking at the Community Center is limited. Find out more at https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1249029963889961&set=a.645543714238592