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The Mare Pasture Project The Mare Pasture is a visionary plan for sustainable housing and living designed by renowned Tucson architect John Riggs.

The Mare Pasture Project is John Riggs' passion project,“People want that sense of connection,” - “They want to live in communities, but they also want to have gardens, to look outside and see wildlife nearby, to see the stars clearly at night." John grew up on Red Wing Ranch, which includes The Mare Pasture, and is a descendant of Brannick Riggs, founder of the original Riggs Settlement and famil

y ranches in Cochise County. John is passionate about preserving his family's heritage and the beautiful open rangelands of Southeastern Arizona. The Mare Pasture community will feature high-density residential clusters integrated into irrigated pastures, orchards, gardens and open rangeland. Facilities will also include a liberal arts college, an equestrian center, riding / biking / walking trails, a vineyard, winery, and hydroponic farming. Agritourism at The Mare Pasture will foster varied business and recreational opportunities, from private "locally grown" dining experiences to regional winery events.

Please, support BIKE RANCH RESORT!https://bikeranch.com/
11/06/2019

Please, support BIKE RANCH RESORT!
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A proposed eco-resort that supports National Park Service initiatives promoting alternative transportation.

Preserving is our primary focus with being one way to accomplish that.
11/07/2018

Preserving is our primary focus with being one way to accomplish that.

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13/06/2018

Land trusts are at the forefront of private land conservation in the United States. While the government continues to be the largest owner of natural lands, land trusts are playing an ever greater role. Collectively, land trusts have protected over 56 million acres of land. That’s an area roughly equivalent to the state of Iowa!
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Land trusts are local, they work actively with their communities, and their efforts protect everything from historic farms and recreation spaces to endangered species and critical watersheds.
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13/06/2018

By Alexis Dunnum, NFU Executive Assistant Land management practices have the capacity to either mitigate climate change or to exacerbate its negative impacts. As landowners, farmers have the opport…

Thanks Matt Crawford for bringing this to our attention!
10/06/2018

Thanks Matt Crawford for bringing this to our attention!

Court filing asserts district owns enough land to build a new middle school already, and hasn't explored other options besides preserved farmland.

31/05/2018

Preserving is my primary focus with being one way to accomplish that. I’m also very interested in preserving and enhancing ranching and farming lifestyles and businesses. In addition I would like to encourage our next generations to become involved in and . addresses all three of these vital endeavors and more!

29/05/2018

Preserving rangeland is my main focus for . Do you know how conservation easements work and how they benefit the landowner and overall community? www.marepasture.com

Preserving rangeland is my main focus for . Do you know how conservation easements work and how they benefit the landow...
23/05/2018

Preserving rangeland is my main focus for . Do you know how conservation easements work and how they benefit the landowner and overall community? www.marepasture.com

John Riggs’ Mare Pasture Project is a transformational vision for the modern West. His goal is to generate a profitable,...
21/05/2018

John Riggs’ Mare Pasture Project is a transformational vision for the modern West. His goal is to generate a profitable, diverse, sustainable, eco-friendly community. www.marepasture.com

John Riggs’ Mare Pasture Project is a transformational vision for the modern West. It’s a vision of creative investment...
14/05/2018

John Riggs’ Mare Pasture Project is a transformational vision for the modern West. It’s a vision of creative investment and lifestyle opportunities for businesses, developers, builders, ranchers, farmers, tourists, residents and students, all working together. In short his goal is to generate a profitable, diverse, sustainable, eco-friendly community. www.marepasture.com

“Our rangeland is not a disposable commodity but a treasure to be protected for future generations to enjoy.” John B Rig...
19/04/2018

“Our rangeland is not a disposable commodity but a treasure to be protected for future generations to enjoy.” John B Riggs
www.marepasture.com

"In the mood for some serious food? Well not too far from the Mare Pasture is a little spot called, Puny John’s BBQ. Ch...
04/04/2018

"In the mood for some serious food? Well not too far from the Mare Pasture is a little spot called, Puny John’s BBQ. Check it out." . http://www.marepasture.com/

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Are planned burns the future of fire prevention in the Southwest? In Arizona, the answer may be yes. .
02/04/2018

Are planned burns the future of fire prevention in the Southwest? In Arizona, the answer may be yes. .

In Western forests prone to wildfire, thinning and burning treatments can help reduce wildfire risks and trap carbon in new plant growth.

"A conservation easement, held by a land trust, provides permanent protection of the natural values of the site. The lan...
19/03/2018

"A conservation easement, held by a land trust, provides permanent protection of the natural values of the site. The land owner retains ownership of the property and all rights and privileges for its use, except for the uses restricted under the easement.” Read more about conservation easements here: https://linnconservancy.org/protecting-your-land/conservation-easements/conservation-easement-defined/

What is a conservation easement? Conservation easements are voluntary legal agreements between a landowner and a land trust (or other qualified organization) such as the Merrill Linn Land & Waterways Conservancy in which the land owner, not some outside agency, places restrictions on the use of his....

Just where exactly is THE MARE PASTURE?
12/03/2018

Just where exactly is THE MARE PASTURE?

“For landowners, donating a conservation easement is a way to protect places they love. It’s also a major financial deci...
09/03/2018

“For landowners, donating a conservation easement is a way to protect places they love. It’s also a major financial decision. When landowners donate a conservation easement, they give up part of the value of their property — often their family’s biggest asset. Tax incentives offset some of that loss in property value, making conservation a viable option for more landowners.”

For landowners, donating a conservation easement is a way to protect places they love. It’s also a major financial decision. When landowners donate a conservation easement, they give up part of the value of their property — often their family’s biggest asset. Tax incentives offset some of that...

"Women's voices help lead our planet towards a healthier, sustainable, more just future."
08/03/2018

"Women's voices help lead our planet towards a healthier, sustainable, more just future."

Stand with us and rally governments, corporations, and conservation partners to amplify women’s voices and help lead our planet toward a healthier, sustainable, more just future.

Another great reason to preserve range lands.
07/03/2018

Another great reason to preserve range lands.

No matter where you are, you will find winged migrants moving through your neighborhood in search of food.

28/02/2018

Leonardo DiCaprio's foundation donated $1 million towards funding a $22 million debt swap in the Seychelles, in exchange for the island nation creating two major marine reserves

28/02/2018

Conservation Easements Benefit the Public and the Environment

28/02/2018

What are conservation easements?

Till the cows come home- The Mare Pasture Project. Follow us on Twitter - Like us on Facebook . http://www.marepa...
06/02/2018

Till the cows come home- The Mare Pasture Project. Follow us on Twitter - Like us on Facebook . http://www.marepasture.com/

06/02/2018

The Mare Pasture Project is a transformational vision of a model for rural areas. It’s a vision of creative investment and lifestyle opportunities for businesses, developers, builders, ranchers, farmers, tourists, residents and students, all working together. In short, the goal is to generate, on a relatively small parcel of rangeland, a profitable, diverse, agriculture integrated, sustainable, eco-friendly community enabling the conservation of larger, adjacent native rangeland for its current use and lifestyle. Please Like and follow us here for news and developments!

John Riggs’ Mare Pasture Project is a transformational vision for the modern West - Inspired by John’s intimate knowledg...
30/01/2018

John Riggs’ Mare Pasture Project is a transformational vision for the modern West - Inspired by John’s intimate knowledge and love of the land and the know how to make it happen. It’s a vision of creative investment and lifestyle opportunities for businesses, developers, builders, ranchers, farmers, tourists, residents and students, all working together. In short his goal is to generate a profitable, diverse, sustainable, eco-friendly community.

“The thought that I couldn’t do it never entered my mind.” That’s how John Riggs explains his journey from an Arizona r...
18/01/2018

“The thought that I couldn’t do it never entered my mind.” That’s how John Riggs explains his journey from an Arizona ranch land childhood, to graduating from the University Of Arizona’s first architectural program; and from there, developing a long and successful architectural career. Now, John is bringing that same, deeply ingrained ‘can do’ attitude to his transformational vision for the southwest - the Mare Pasture Project. http://www.marepasture.com/

"LET'S GO OUTSIDE" - A great theme for the day - check out what the city of Irvine, CA has to offer! http://www....
17/01/2018

"LET'S GO OUTSIDE" - A great theme for the day - check out what the city of Irvine, CA has to offer! http://www.marepasture.com/

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Located in Cochise County in the foothills of the Dos Cabezas Mountains near the Chiricahua Mountains. www.marepasture.com

The Mare Pasture is a visionary plan for sustainable housing and living designed by renowned Tucson architect John Riggs. John grew up on Red Wing Ranch, which includes The Mare Pasture, and is a descendant of Brannick Riggs, founder of the original Riggs Settlement and family ranches in Cochise County. John is passionate about preserving his family's heritage and the beautiful open rangelands of Southeastern Arizona. The Mare Pasture community will feature high-density residential clusters integrated into irrigated pastures, orchards, gardens and open rangeland. Facilities will also include a liberal arts college, an equestrian center, riding / biking / walking trails, a vineyard, winery, and hydroponic farming. Agritourism at The Mare Pasture will foster varied business and recreational opportunities, from private "locally grown" dining experiences to regional winery events.