Friday, February 6, 10:00am to 11:30am
Nature Tots Children ages 3-6 with an adult are welcome to explore nature through stories, simple activities, movement, and outdoor time.
Saturday, February 7, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Saturday at the Refuge: Writing the Wild Join us at the visitor center patio by the pond for an introduction to observing and documenting nature.
Saturday at the Refuge: Tracks & Signs Workshop Learn how to “read” the landscape by identifying animal tracks and other signs of wildlife. Hands-on track molds and plaster casting will be available, along with informal opportunities to observe evidence of animals that share the refuge. These community open-house days invite visitors of all ages to engage creatively and thoughtfully with the refuge landscape.
Friday, February 13, 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Nature Kids Children ages 6-10 with an adult are invited to participate in hands-on nature activities, guided exploration, and creative projects connected to refuge habitats.
Saturday, February 14, 10:00am to 12:00 noon
Plants for Rainwater Harvesting with Judith Phillips & Bernalillo County Natural Resources Services
Saturday, February 21, 10:30am to 11:30am
Winter Plant Walk Join Ranger Dakota for an easy walk around the Valle de Oro visitor center to learn about native plants and their amazing adaptations for surviving dry and cold conditions. Program meets in front of the visitor center front doors.
To see events in March, check out our event calendar!
