James Callegary is a retired geophysicist and ecohydrologist. His research with the USGS was focused on the hydrology of riparian ecosystems in arid lands as well as on water resources shared between the US and Mexico. James and his husband, Chris, have been members of Saguaro-Juniper Ranch and part time residents of Cascabel since 2006. Their association with the ranch began several years before that having found great joy and community in volunteering with Saguaro Juniper, helping in whatever way they could to support and care for the land and its inhabitants - the soils, rocks, plants, wildlife, humans, and cows. As a board member, James has been happy to give back to and nurture this community for future generations. Communities like this focusing on spiritual connection and conservation agriculture, where a spirit of learning, simplicity, and mutual respect prevail, are sorely needed.