Aravaipa Watershed Conservation Alliance* 36933W Klondyke Rd. * Willcox, Arizona 85643
Our goal is to use the restoration and conservation of native plants as well as implementation of natural erosion controls to stabilize the Aravaipa watershed. Working as a diverse group of stakeholders we can bring more projects to a greater area that will benefit wildlife, sustainable agriculture, native fish, hiking, recreational opportunities and most of all, more water and better water quality for Arizona.
Board of Directors and Staff
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Matt Magoffin, president
Mark Haberstich, Science Coordinator
Matt Magoffin, president
Matt is a fourth generation rancher who moved to Aravaipa in 2014 from Douglas, AZ. He has been recognized for his work in conservation in the past. He and his family are on the Squaw Creek Ranch.
Amanda Merchant
Mark Haberstich, Science Coordinator
Matt Magoffin, president
Amanda is a resident of the Aravaipa Canyon and wants to be a part of the future of preserving he area for future generations. She loves to explore this open country and learn and write about the history of the watershed and its people.
Mark Haberstich, Science Coordinator
Mark Haberstich, Science Coordinator
Mark Haberstich, Science Coordinator
Mark is the manager of the Nature Conservancy's Aravaipa Preserve. The preserve both manages cattle and grows an irrigated field of native grasses for projects in the watershed.
Russ Harben
Mike Magoffin
Mark Haberstich, Science Coordinator
Russ Harben is a proud husband, father of three daughters and a property owner in the Eureka Springs Ranch area. Russ has served for over 25 years as a leader in state government, private industry and the military, and is passionate about natural resource restoration.
Mike Magoffin
Mike Magoffin
Mike Magoffin
Mike and his family are 5th (and 6th) generation ranchers. They are doing their best to add their vision to the old ways and create a positive image for ranchers so that open space ranching can thrive in the area.
Admin Team
Mike Magoffin
Mike Magoffin
Our phenomenal administration team, Jonathan, Hannah and Levi Claridge are the new power behind the AWCA. The Claridge family has a long history in Aravaipa canyon and the AWCA is proud to have this younger generation stepping up to be a part of improving and protection the watershed for many more generations to come.
Garland Speight, Plan Administrator
Garland Speight, Plan Administrator
Garland Speight, Plan Administrator
Garland is a native of Arizona who has a true calling for the future of water management in his native state. Garland has a degree in mechanical engineering and working on the watershed management plan for Aravaipa will go towards his Masters of Science in Water, Society, & Policy. We are excited to have Garland working on the foundation
Garland is a native of Arizona who has a true calling for the future of water management in his native state. Garland has a degree in mechanical engineering and working on the watershed management plan for Aravaipa will go towards his Masters of Science in Water, Society, & Policy. We are excited to have Garland working on the foundation of Aravaipa planning and his goal of doing the most for Arizona waters in the future.
Dave Ringwald, advisor
Garland Speight, Plan Administrator
Garland Speight, Plan Administrator
Dave Ringwald and his wife Beth own and operates the historic Klondyke Store and Horsehead Lodge in Klondyke, Arizona. Dave is paramount to talking to folks about all things Aravaipa and concerns, safety and events that can be shared with stakeholders. Dave has been involved with many groups and organizations that come through the canyon
Dave Ringwald and his wife Beth own and operates the historic Klondyke Store and Horsehead Lodge in Klondyke, Arizona. Dave is paramount to talking to folks about all things Aravaipa and concerns, safety and events that can be shared with stakeholders. Dave has been involved with many groups and organizations that come through the canyon and the AWCA is always thankful for his ability to share knowledge and history with all.
Megan Harben, volunteer
Garland Speight, Plan Administrator
Megan Harben, volunteer
Megan Harben is a volunteer and advocate for a variety of causes, including children with special needs, disabled veterans, Girl Scouts, and the AWCA. Megan and Russ stay busy raising their daughters to experience and appreciate nature and the outdoors.