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Saturday, November 7
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10:30 AM - 03:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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Stunned by the Sun
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A star party starring just one star - our sun. Join us at the Cerrillos Hills Analemma for sun gazing, sun stories and sun facts. Find out how the analemma tracks the sun throughout the year. Meet at the analemma structure in the gravel parking lot.
Fees:
None
Contact:
Sarah Wood
505 474-0196
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Saturday, November 7
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09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
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Oasis
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Annual Kid's Fishing Clinic
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On Novmeber 7, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oasis State Park in conjunction with the Friends of Oasis, Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Portales, ENMU Wildlife Club, NM Game and Fish, and local volunteers are hosting the Oasis State Park Annual Kid’s Fishing Clinic.
This clinic is for kids ages 6-17 and their guardians.
You must pre-register with Oasis by calling 575-356-5331. Register early as there are limited slots available.
Dress warmly, bring your fishing gear and tackle if you have it.
The entry fee is one or two cans of food per child, the food will be donated to the eastern NM Food Bank.
Lunch will be provided by the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Portales.
REMEMBER! Kids 12 years and older MUST possess a valid NM fishing license. Trout limits will apply to all fishing.
Thanks to VFW Post 3280, every registered child will be eligible for a door prize.
Fees:
Contact:
Oasis State Park
575-356-5331
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Saturday, November 7
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05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
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Oliver Lee
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Celestial Cycles: Samhain
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Learn about celestial cycles and how early cultures used the night sky to time their daily lives. View the stars and constellations in the dark skies over Oliver Lee Memorial State Park. Dress warmly, come early and enjoy a beautiful Dog Canyon Sunset. Meet at Group Shelter.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
575-437-8284
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Sunday, November 8
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02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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The Cerrillos Beach Fossil Hike
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Join Ranger Roberto for a hike along the ancient beach at Cerrillos and visit the strange creatures preserved there. Meet at the main parking lot on County Road 59, 1/2 mile north of the village of Cerrillos.
Fees:
No fee
Contact:
Roberto Trevizo
505 474-0196
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Saturday, November 14
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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Spring Restoration Hike
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Join Earthworks Institute staff for a guided hike to a spring in the park they have spent the last year restoring. We'll discuss the thought that goes into designing spring restoration, the process of restoration and monitoring. Meet at the Cerrillos Hills State Park office, 37 Main Street.
Fees:
No fee
Contact:
Park staff
505 474-0196
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Saturday, November 14
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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Oliver Lee
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Fall Colors Hike
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While hiking the canyon bottom enjoy the scenic beauty and fall colors at Dog Canyon. Discover the diversity of plants and animals that are reliant on this oasis in the desert. Learn how native cultures and early settlers used the resources of the canyon. This is a rigorous hike wear sturdy shoes, sun protection and bring plenty of water. Meet at Group Shleter.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
575-437-8284
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Sunday, November 15
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09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Living Desert
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America Recycles Day
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Learn how you can make a difference! Exhibits and booths about recycling and composting will be set up in the Visitor Center.
Fees:
No Fee
Contact:
Kathryn Law
(575) 887-5516
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Sunday, November 15
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01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
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Living Desert
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Composting Workshop
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A free workshop on backyard composting presented by a representative from the NM Environment Department Solid Waste Division.
Fees:
No Fee
Contact:
Kathryn Law
(575) 887-5516
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Tuesday, November 17
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09:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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Clayton Lake
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Star Party
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Hosted by Clayton Astronomy Club
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Charles Jordan
575-374-8808
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Friday, November 20
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05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
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Living Desert
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Star Party
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Look at wonders of the night sky through large telescopes.
Fees:
No Fee
Contact:
Kathryn Law
(575) 887-5516
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Saturday, November 21
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07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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Astronomy Adventure
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Renowned regional astronomer and self-described cosmonut Peter Lipscomb will be aiming his very large 24 inch telescope at the skies above the park this evening. You don't want to miss this one. Park in the gravel parking lot near the vault toilet; staff will guide you up the Village Vista Trail to the telescope.
Fees:
No fee
Contact:
Park staff
505 474-0196
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Saturday, November 21
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09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Mesilla Valley Bosque
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Beavers and Deceivers
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Join Richard Quick, Chief Naturalist for the Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, on an in depth talk about beavers and the truth or deceptions of their purpose and function within a wetland ecosystem. Events are free to the public with a valid park pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
ken abalos
575-523-4398
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Saturday, November 21
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04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
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Oliver Lee
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Dog Canyon At Sunset
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Join this ranger-guided sunset stroll and enjoy the beauty of Dog Canyon at sunset. As the canyon walls light up from the setting sun, they become a spectacular golden color. Bring your cameras and take the beauty of Dog Canyon in the Fall home with you. Meet at Visitor Center.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
575-437-8284
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Sunday, November 22
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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Historical Hills
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Local historian Bill Baxter, the man who knows too much, will take us on a leisurely and historical walk through the Cerrillos Hills. He'll cover the Hills' long pre-history and explosive beginnings. Meet at the parking lot off County Road 59, 1/2 mile north of the village of Cerrillos.
Fees:
No fee
Contact:
Park staff
505 474-0196
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Saturday, November 28
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Cerrillos Hills
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Lose Your Turkey Hike
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Join Ranger Roberto for a hike designed to work off the turkey and pie you may have recently stuffed yourself with. Meet at the parking lot off County Road 59, 1/2 mile north of the village of Cerrillos.
Fees:
No fee
Contact:
Park staff
505 474-0196
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Saturday, November 28
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09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Mesilla Valley Bosque
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Bird Rehabilitation
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Join Pillar Hinde and Jessica Palmer, with the Chihuahuan Desert Wildlife Rescue, on a lecture in the world of bird rehabilitation. Learn about the various and interesting steps required to rehabilitate a bird back into the wild. Event is free with a valid park pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Ken Abalos
575-523-4398
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Sunday, November 29
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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Off the Beaten Path Hike
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Take a guided hike off the beaten path up one of Cerrillos’ many canyons where we’ll explore the bird and plant life. Binoculars will be provided for bird viewing. The canyons are rocky and footing unpredictable so wear sturdy shoes and bring a spare pair of ankles. Meet at the parking lot off County Road 59, 1/2 mile north of the village of Cerrillos; we will carpool from there.
Fees:
Free
Contact:
Park staff
505 474-0196
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