Member Meet Up

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

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/

Community Update Night

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

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!

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 Ranger Brittany!

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.

Sunset Mural Walk

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

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!

Beer Fundraiser

Canteen Brewhouse 2381 Aztec Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM

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 ...

Fall Paint & Sip

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

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

#GivingTuesday

There are so many opportunities to give back! Make a donation to the Friends! Become a member! Join a committee! Sign up to volunteer! 

New Mexico Poet Laureate Reading & Conversation

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

Join New Mexico Poet Laureate Lauren Camp for a reading from her new book, Worn Smooth Between Devourings, and a conversation with environmental journalist Laura Paskus.