Coffee and Cruise: Ranger Talk and Refuge Tour

Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge 7851 2nd Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

Join Ranger Dakota for a talk on the background of the refuge at the visitor center, followed by a tour in our electric shuttle. Space is limited! Participants must pre-register by sending an email to Ranger Dakota at: dakota_dominguez@fws.gov

Community Update Night

Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge 7851 2nd Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

Come learn about all that is happening to transform Valle de Oro at this open house event.

Weed Warriors Afternoon Volunteer Work Party

Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge 7851 2nd Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

Join us to help battle noxious weeds growing at the refuge, and save native plants. Please bring work or gardening gloves if you have them, or borrow a pair from us.

Mural Loop Guided Walk

Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge 7851 2nd Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

Join Ranger Dakota for an easy 1 mile walk along our mural loop trail to learn  how they represent our goals for ecological restoration at Valle de Oro.

Nature Tots

Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge 7851 2nd Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

Children ages 3-6 and an adult are invited to explore nature with a Refuge Ranger.

BARK Rangers

Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge 7851 2nd Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

Bring your furry friends to learn about our pet policies on the refuge and take the pledge to be a part of our BARK Ranger program. All dogs are required to be on leash and non-reactive around others.

Beer Fundraiser, Live Music and Raffle

Canteen Brewhouse 2381 Aztec Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM

Listen to the Silver Sky Blues Band. Enjoy a beer with friends and take home a commemorative pint glass. A portion of sales benefits the Friends of Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge

Saturday at the Refuge

Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge 7851 2nd Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

Join us for a ranger-led activity, arts and crafts, and fun for the whole family! Free food will be provided by the Friends of Valle de Oro.

Luminaria Walk and Star Party

Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge 7851 2nd Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States

Enjoy luminarias around the visitor center and watch the stars with The Albuquerque Astronomical Society. In addition to luminarias and star gazing, the evening will include: The Munchie Food Truck Crafts in the Visitor Center classroom A cello performance in the Visitor Center library Nature Store will be open, with 20% Discount for Friends and Volunteers of the Valle de ...