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October 2023
November 2023
Member Meet Up
Hey, Friends! We're gathering immediately after the ALMA Dedication. No formal program- just an opportunity to meet others, enjoy some food, and learn more about our committees. Not a member yet? Need to renew? Visit friendsofvalledeoro.org/membership/
Find out more »Community Update Night
Learn about what's happening to transform Valle de Oro at the open house event. Members of the Friends board and Refuge Development Committee will share how you can get more involved!
Find out more »Nature Tots
Children ages 3-6 (with an adult) are invited to explore nature with Ranger Brittany!
Find out more »Refuge Trash Pickup
Please help us pick up trash from the Northeast region of the Refuge. This is an opportunity to help make the area welcoming and safe for wildlife.
Find out more »Sunset Mural Walk
Join Ranger Dakota on a 1-mile guided walk to learn about the history and the Refuge and our plans for restoration. Planning to attend this event? Head to Canteen Brewhouse afterwards for the Friends' Beer Fundraiser!
Find out more »Beer Fundraiser
Join the Friends for happy hour! We're gathering at Canteen Brewhouse for our next Beer Fundraiser. $12 gets you a pint and take-home glass with our new design. Proceeds go directly to the Friends. Canteen is also donating $1 from every High Plains Pilsner and Exodus IPA sold that night. Live music , good company, raffle and tasty brews- sounds like you should invite a friend or two to join ya.
Find out more »Fall Paint & Sip
Join local artist, Rhea Sarason, for a VdO landscape paint and sip. Only no-nalchoholic drinks will be served. Seating is limited, please register by emailing brittany_chavarria@fws.gov
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