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

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.

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

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.

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 ...

Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge invites photographers of all ages and skill levels to enter the 2024 contest by submitting images that highlight the beauty of the refuge's wildlife, landscapes, and visitors. Winners will have their .. displayed in the visitor center. For more information, go to Photo Contest Email submissions to valledeoro@fws.gov.

If you're feeling stuck with the application process, bring pictures of your yard and join us for the January 25th & February 15th Backyard Habitat Chats at Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge from 10am to noon. We'll have staff and volunteers on hand to guide you through the process, and you can pick up your sign and stickers that day! 

If you're feeling stuck with the application process, bring pictures of your yard and join us for the January 25th & February 15th Backyard Habitat Chats at Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge from 10am to noon. We'll have staff and volunteers on hand to guide you through the process, and you can pick up your sign and stickers that day!