• Plant Walk #2

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

    Join botanist Annie Montes, Urban Waters Manager from Ciudad Soil & Water Conservation District on a plant walk to learn about native plants and how to create similar backyard habitats. Meet at the outside breezeway (in front of the restrooms) of the Valle de Oro NWR Visitor Center. *Trails and restrooms remains open; the Valle de Oro NWR Visitor Center ...

  • Canceled Halloween Scavenger Hunt and Wildlife Costume Contest – Cancelled due to lapse of appropriations (check back for updates)

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

    Scavenger Hunt: Drop by the visitor center this Halloween if you're up for solving a wildlife mystery! Learn about nocturnal and creepy crawly critters while you investigate a wildlife crime scene - prizes will be available for detectives.   Costume Contest: Stop by the visitor center wearing a wildlife-themed costume during open hours this Halloweekend to enter our virtual costume ...

  • Coffee & 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 coffee and a ranger talk about the history of Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge at the visitor center, followed by a tour of refuge habitat restoration projects in our electric shuttle. Space is limited! Please email dakota_dominguez@fws.gov to reserve your spot.

  • Halloween Scavenger Hunt and Wildlife Costume Contest

    Scavenger Hunt: Drop by the visitor center this Halloween if you're up for solving a wildlife mystery! Learn about nocturnal and creepy crawly critters while you investigate a wildlife crime scene - prizes will be available for detectives.   Costume Contest: Stop by the visitor center wearing a wildlife-themed costume during open hours this Halloweekend to enter our virtual costume ...

  • Nature Tots

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

    Children ages 3-6 with an adult are invited to explore nature with a refuge volunteer!

  • Weaving Workshop

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

    Learn about weaving mats and wall hangings using cattails from the refuge. All supplies and refreshments will be provided. Recommended for ages 7+. Please register by emailing kendall_kappler@fws.gov

  • Nature Kids

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

    Children ages 7-10 with an adult are invited to explore nature with a refuge volunteer!

  • Canceled Backyard Habitat Chat and Certification Party

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

    Join Backyard Refuge folks to chat about habitat and get help certifying your space. If you bring pictures of your yard, patio, or balcony you can go home with your sign!

  • Canceled Weed Warriors Work Party

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

    Spend the afternoon helping us manage invasive plant growth at the visitor center. RSVP by emailing Ranger Dakota at: dakota_dominguez@fws.gov