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SUMMARY:De la Calle al Valle: Story Riders Celebration & Refuge Birthday Party
DESCRIPTION:*Presented by Valle de Oro NWR & Story Riders from the Center of Southwest Culture\, Inc.*\nJoin us for a celebration of public lands and the communities that steward them. Join a Story Riders group bike ride to the refuge or meet us at the visitor center for workshops\, performances and fun! Follow the refuge or Story Riders on social media for more\, or sign up for the Story Riders news letter for more information as we get closer to the event!
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/de-la-calle-al-valle-story-riders-celebration-refuge-birthday-party/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261002T113000
DTSTAMP:20260929T042125Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T042125Z
UID:4178-1790935200-1790940600@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Nature Tots: Seeds
DESCRIPTION:Discover the amazing ways seeds travel and grow! Little learners will explore seeds through hands-on activities and make a pine cone bird feeder to take home.
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/nature-tots-seeds/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261003T130000
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UID:4180-1791021600-1791032400@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Saturday at the Refuge: All About Bats
DESCRIPTION:Did you know 29 species of bats live in New Mexico? Come learn about this amazing mammal as you craft your own seasonal decor!
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/saturday-at-the-refuge-all-about-bats/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261003T140000
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DTSTAMP:20260929T042434Z
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UID:4182-1791036000-1791039600@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Dog with a Broken Leg: Animal Fiction & the Human Condition
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what genre stories like Zootopia and Bambi fall into? What connects them outside of just having talking animals? Join Rafael for a presentation on what animal fiction is\, why it’s important\, and how it’s used as a tool to better help us understand ourselves as a species.
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/dog-with-a-broken-leg-animal-fiction-the-human-condition/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261009T113000
DTSTAMP:20260929T042623Z
CREATED:20260929T042623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T042623Z
UID:4184-1791540000-1791545400@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Nature Kids: Macroinvertebrates
DESCRIPTION:Take a closer look at the tiny creatures living in and around our wetlands! Kids will explore aquatic macroinvertebrates and learn what these small animals can tell us about the health of their habitat!
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/nature-kids-macroinvertebrates/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261009T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261009T150000
DTSTAMP:20260929T042751Z
CREATED:20260929T042751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T042751Z
UID:4186-1791554400-1791558000@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Valleys of Gold: Origins of New Mexico Foodways
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico is known across the culinary world for its unique cuisine\, with red and green chiles as the crown jewels of its food. But how did that come to be? Was there ever a New Mexico without chiles? Join Rafael for a brief history of how the food culture of New Mexico developed into what it is today.
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/valleys-of-gold-origins-of-new-mexico-foodways/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261010T110000
DTSTAMP:20260929T042928Z
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UID:4188-1791619200-1791630000@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Bird Survey Training for World Migratory Bird Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the Biology Team for VdO’s Bird Survey Training to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day\, as we celebrate this year’s theme of citizen science “Every Bird Counts!” \nOpen to current and future volunteers. We’ll go over the protocol and bird ID during a tour on the Electric Shuttle. \n 
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/bird-survey-training-for-world-migratory-bird-day/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T043050Z
CREATED:20260929T043050Z
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UID:4190-1792231200-1792238400@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:B.A.R.K. Ranger
DESCRIPTION:Bring your furry friends to learn about our pet policies on the refuge and take the pledge to be a part of our B.A.R.K. Ranger program. \nAll dogs required to be on leash and non-reactive around others. \n 
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/b-a-r-k-ranger/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T043219Z
CREATED:20260929T043219Z
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UID:4192-1792231200-1792238400@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Habitat Chat
DESCRIPTION:*Presented by The New Mexico Backyard Refuge Program*\nJoin us to talk about sharing space with our wild neighbors. If you bring photos of your yard\, patio\, or balcony\, you can walk through the certification process with our staff and volunteers and take home your Backyard Refuge sign!
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/backyard-habitat-chat-4/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260929T043503Z
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UID:4194-1792836000-1792843200@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Author Talk: Hiking with David Ryan
DESCRIPTION:Published in 2019\, David Ryan’s book 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Albuquerque included his experiences hiking and spending time at Valle de Oro in the early years before the visitor center was constructed. David will talk about his experiences hiking around the state\, connections with the refuge\, and about his new book Wandering in the Clear Light of New Mexico. Following David’s presentation\, attendees may participate in a short hike on the refuge. Light refreshments will be available.
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/author-talk-hiking-with-david-ryan/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261024T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261024T153000
DTSTAMP:20260929T043712Z
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UID:4197-1792845000-1792855800@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Tea in the Wild: Observing Nature Through the Art of Brewing Tea
DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Dakota for a special outdoor excursion version of the hit program The Nature of Tea. Participants will learn how brewing the world’s most consumed beverage can connect us to the natural processes and seasonal cycles happening all around us and how tasting tea can help train our senses to notice more of the natural world. The program will include a ride on the refuge shuttle\, a short hike\, and sitting on the ground outdoors. \nSpace is limited!\nReservations required. Reserve your spot by sending an email to: dakota_dominguez@fws.gov
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/tea-in-the-wild-observing-nature-through-the-art-of-brewing-tea/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261030T203000
DTSTAMP:20260929T043907Z
CREATED:20260929T043907Z
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UID:4199-1793385000-1793392200@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Spooky Night Out at the Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Dakota on a one-of-a-kind seasonal outing after dark at the refuge featuring a nighttime shuttle tour of refuge habitats\, scary story readings\, and a short spooky walk in the dark. Participants should plan to come prepared with flashlights or headlamp and clothes for cool temperatures. \nSpace is limited! \nReservations required. Reserve your spot by sending an email to: dakota_dominguez@fws.gov
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/spooky-night-out-at-the-refuge/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260929T044047Z
CREATED:20260929T044047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T044047Z
UID:4201-1793437200-1793462400@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Wildlife Costume Contest
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the visitor center in your wildlife-themed Halloween costume to enter into our virtual costume contest! All ages welcome. Costumes must be be inspired by plants\, animals\, fungi or insects. Participants must have their photo taken by a ranger at the refuge on Halloween to enter. Photos will be uploaded to the refuge’s social media stories where people can vote for the winners. \n 
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/halloween-wildlife-costume-contest/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260929T044221Z
CREATED:20260929T044221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T044221Z
UID:4203-1793959200-1793964600@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Nature Tots: Hibernation
DESCRIPTION:How do animals get through the cold months? Young nature explorers will learn about hibernation and discover some of the clever ways animals survive winter.
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/nature-tots-hibernation/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T044349Z
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UID:4205-1794045600-1794056400@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Saturday at the Refuge: Leaf Globes
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the colors of fall by creating your own leaf globe! Use autumn leaves and natural inspiration to make a seasonal decoration to take home.
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/saturday-at-the-refuge-leaf-globes/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20260929T044445Z
CREATED:20260929T044445Z
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UID:4207-1794355200-1794441599@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Veteran’s Day Federal Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Visitor center OPEN regular hours
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/veterans-day-federal-holiday/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260929T044608Z
CREATED:20260929T044608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T044608Z
UID:4209-1794564000-1794569400@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Nature Kids: Hibernation
DESCRIPTION:Explore how animals prepare for and survive winter. Kids will learn about hibernation\, seasonal adaptations\, and the different strategies wildlife use when temperatures drop.
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/nature-kids-hibernation/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261113T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T044815Z
CREATED:20260929T044815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T044815Z
UID:4211-1794570300-1794574800@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:Artist Talk: Treasure Keepers with Marilee Woolace
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Valle de Oro and local artist Marilee Woolace to learn more about the inspiration behind her current installation here at the visitor center\, Treasure Keepers which features portraits of endangered species from every state in the US.
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/artist-talk-treasure-keepers-with-marilee-woolace/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261128T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261128T123000
DTSTAMP:20260929T044957Z
CREATED:20260929T044957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T044957Z
UID:4213-1795858200-1795869000@friendsofvalledeoro.org
SUMMARY:The Nature of Tea: Observing Nature Through the Art of Brewing Tea
DESCRIPTION:Join Ranger Dakota for a multi-sensory workshop experience exploring connections between seasonal changes in the bosque ecosystem\, the process and ritual of brewing and tasting tea\, and using our senses to observe the natural world. Tea and light snacks provided by the Friends of Valle de Oro. \nSpace is limited! \nReservations required. Reserve your spot by sending an email to: dakota_dominguez@fws.gov
URL:https://friendsofvalledeoro.org/event/the-nature-of-tea-observing-nature-through-the-art-of-brewing-tea-4/
LOCATION:Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge\, 7851 2nd Street SW\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87102\, United States
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