Construction Priority #1 – Site PreparationInstallation of Basic Amenities include:
Road Access Improvements – Road access from public road to Chinati Ixtlan site requires leveling, grading, all weather surfacing; top surface width of 12 feet minimum with a 35-ft radius turn around and 60 ft T-shaped parking area
Water Source Development – well drilling, lining and casing; plumbing at well head; trenching; and setting in place a storage tank with pressure gauge and pump
Utilities – electricity, phone/internet and security system
Septic System Installation –drilling, trenching, placing storage tank and lines
Construction Priority #2 – Eco- and Historic-Tourism Camp Grounds
Tent-Recreational Vehicle Lots
Kitchen-Dining Area
Showers and Restrooms
Hike and Bike Trails
Construction Priority #3 – Agriculture and Wild Animal Rehabilitation Facilities
Barn and Farm Shed(s)
Permanent Outdoor Animal Rehab Cages and Runs
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT – PHASE II (2018-2021)
Construction Priority #4- Conservancy Education Center
Assembly Hall – in the round for indoor ceremonies and large for lectures
Student and Staff Living Quarters – includes rooms for guests/visiting trainers
Classroom Facilities
ON AND OFF SITE PROGRAM PRIORITIES
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT – PHASE I (2017-2020)
Program Priority #1 – Para-Professional Immersion Coursework/Certification in:
Desert Ecology/Dry Land Farming
Natural Construction/Sustainable Building
Wildlife Rescue/Rehabilitation
Family Health Care Provision
Program Priority #2 – Community Outreach Services
Eco- and Historic Tourism – public camp sites/annotated foot/bike trails
Wild Animal Sanctuary – temporary rescue/rehabilitation for injured birds/animals
Food Pantry Assistance
School and Youth Group Activities
Public Relations – onsite tours of land and Education Center’s historic display area(s); newsletter; civic group presentations; participation in media events
Program Priority #3 – Life Enrichment Services
Indigenous Cultural/Spiritual Arts Events – traditional story telling; crafts; elder wisdom/leadership structure and pedagogy
Nutrition and Native American Cooking Classes
Tribally-Sensitive Mental Health Counseling
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT – PHASE II (2020-2023)
Program Priority #4 – Family Health Services
Basic Care – disease prevention and intervention
Women’s Health Screenings
Mother/Infant/Child Wellness – immunizations and physical exams
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