One of the most important program areas is habitat protection, restoration, and improvement. The Save Our Bosque Task Force will coordinate the overall planning for analysis and rehabilitation of degraded areas. The Bosque Biological Management Plan and other management plans relevant to this area will be referenced when planning yearly work schedules

Goals
• Protect and enhance native vegetation communities (exotic species treatment and removal, hazardous fuels reduction, re-establishment of native plants)
• Rehabilitate burned and disturbed areas (re-vegetation, management of exotic species, hazardous fuels reduction)
• Restore natural river processes (planning, coordination with water management agencies, education, outreach)
• Protect and enhance wildlife habitat (management of exotic species, designate public access, protect sensitive areas)
• Develop protocol for research and monitoring (collaboration, prescriptions, contracts)
• Develop capacity of local businesses and create ancillary benefits to the community

The Task Force is producing a Conceptual Restoration Plan for the Active Floodplain from San Acacia to San Marcial, New Mexico. This long-term plan identifies current vegetation, potential for flooding, habitat restoration options, and develops implementation strategies. Scientific studies will guide these strategies.

The plan also takes into consideration social, political, and environmental issues affecting this reach of the river. The Task Force will work to implement the plan by cooperating with water management agencies, local land managers, and private landowners to restore sites designated as priorities.