Located in the Madrean Sky Island Archipelago, the Dos Cabezas Mountains feature a mix of desert and mountain ecosystems, home to diverse plant and animal species. The project aims to remediate the effects of historical land uses, such as grazing and fire suppression, by enhancing vegetation diversity.

The region’s geology—fault lines, slopes, and varied soils—creates ideal conditions for building erosion structures. These structures capture sediment and increase water infiltration, promoting vegetation growth. The project emphasizes collaboration among agricultural, historical, and spiritual groups, using watersheds as an organizing principle for ecological and social restoration.

Erosion Control Structures (ECS) slow water flow, increase soil moisture, and capture sediment, offering a cost-effective landscape restoration solution. Structures such as One-Rock Dams, Trincheras, Media Lunas, and Zuni Bowls are tailored to specific conditions. The project prioritizes six key drainages for erosion control.

A mature riparian forest near the main road needs protection from road runoff. The plan includes stabilizing exposed tree roots using rock and soil, safeguarding this forest, which plays an important role in the Nature Trail and broader restoration effort.

The plan is part of a larger effort to restore the DMRC watershed, using rock structures to manage water, support vegetation, and improve habitat connectivity. This collaborative project ensures ongoing restoration efforts that will benefit the environment and local communities in the Dos Cabezas Mountains.