Backyard Refuge Workshop

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

Join Backyard Refuge Program partners for workshops about rain water harvesting & desert willow care, a botany walk and more! Spots limited - details at abqBackyardRefuge.org

Halloween Scavenger Hunt and Wildlife Costume Contest – Cancelled due to government shut-down (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!

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!