Our Story
River Source was started in 1997 by Rich Schrader to initiate watershed resilience projects with significant public participation for long-term and community-based stewardship as an outgrowth of his learning at University of New Mexico’s Community and Regional Planning Program. Initially a sole proprietorship, in 2004 River Source became a mission-driven S-corporation with two shareholders, Carol and Rich Schrader, that is supported by The Bosque School, a 501c3 private school located in Albuquerque which serves as fiscal agent pass through. Rich has designed and implemented restoration projects and set-up ecological monitoring with private and public landowners on well over 100 sites throughout New Mexico.
Meet Our Staff
Carlos Herrera wears many hats for River Source as the Operations Director since 2011. Leveraging his Bachelors in Science from NM Highlands University and science work across northern New Mexico mountains, he does data collection, ecological restoration, and teaching in the field. He manages data and helps write reports in the office. He has a passion for being outdoors and getting kids outdoors. He also is a skilled drum maker and willow basket artisan that loves to share
David Fay brings a passion for powerful therapy offered by the great outdoors to connect people with nature and place. His years of experience leading wilderness journeys for hundreds of youth combines personal growth and natural resource science and stewardship skill – building. He spends as much time as possible getting connected with and inspired by nature.
Marques (Marq) Gallegos recently joined River Source as an intern and quickly took on video production tasks including direction, editing, and acting.
Other people that work with River Source include Bill Zeedyk, Van Clothier, Craig Sponholtz and Aaron Kauffman . We also work with conservation partners such as Alan Hamilton, Toner Mitchell, Steve Harris, Garrett Veneklasen, Moises Gonzales, Miguel Santistevan, Jeremiah Kidd, Reese Baker, John David Blagg, Mary Stuever, Demis Foster, and many more.
To contact River Source call 505-660-7928
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