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.
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 ...
Children ages 3-6 with an adult are invited to explore nature with a refuge volunteer!
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
Children ages 7-10 with an adult are invited to explore nature with a refuge volunteer!
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!
Spend the afternoon helping us manage invasive plant growth at the visitor center. RSVP by emailing Ranger Dakota at: dakota_dominguez@fws.gov
Join Ranger Dakota for an easy 1-mile walk along our Field Murals trail to learn how these works of art represent our community's dreams of habitat restoration at Valle de Oro.
Bring your furry friends to learn about our pet policies on the refuge and take the pledge to be apart of our BARK Ranger program. All dogs required to be on leash and non-reactive around others.
