Did you know that you own over 23 million acres of public land in New Mexico? Join Ranger Dakota for a talk about New Mexico's amazingly diverse public lands and get some inspiration and information to plan your next adventure.

Bring your furry friends to learn about our pet policies on the refuge and take the pledge to be apart of the program. All dogs required to be on 6ft non-retractable leash and non-reactive around others.

Children ages 3-6 and an adult are invited to explore nature with a refuge ranger!

Interested in helping others explore Valle de Oro? Consider becoming an electric shuttle driver volunteer! All shuttle driver volunteers must complete this orientation and have a valid drivers' license. Send an email to Ranger Dakota at dakota_dominguez@fws.gov to sign up.

Join us for a ranger-led activity, arts and crafts, and fun for the whole Family! Free refreshments will be provided by the Friends of Valle de Oro.

Mail or drop off entries to: 7851 2nd Street SW, Bld. A Albuquerque, NM 87105. For more info, contact Ranger Brittany by email at brittany_chavarria@fws.gov. Mail in by midnight or drop off by 4 pm MDT. More info on the Junior Duck Stamp Program here: https://www.fws.gov/program/junior-duck-stamp

Join Ranger Dakota for a slow walk around the visitor center grounds to learn about the magic of our local desert plants.