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Saturday, March 6
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02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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The World Outside the Park
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Join Ranger Sarah for a hike to the Mirador and an historical, geographical, geological and social travelogue of the mountains and mesas you can see from here. Find out what makes the Sandias different from the other mountain ranges, the connection between Mount Taylor and the park and who the Ortiz Mountains were named after.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Sarah Wood
505 474-0196
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Saturday, March 6
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01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
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Living Desert
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Meet Digger Day
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Come to meet Digger, the new badger at Living Desert. There will be children's crafts and face-painting in the Visitor Center. Watch Digger receive a special gift at the badger exhibit at 2:30 pm.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kathryn Law
(575) 887-5516
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Saturday, March 6
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Oliver Lee
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Dog Canyon Trail Hike
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This will be a rigorous 1-mile hike but it will be guided at a leisurely pace. Hikers should plan on at least 2 hour to make the hike from the Visitor Center to the First Bench and back. The park's naturalists will lead the hike and be available to answer visitor’s question about the history and natural wonders along the trail. Wear sturdy shoes; bring all-weather clothing, sun protection, bring plenty of water and snacks. Meet at Visitor Center.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
575-437-8284
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Saturday, March 6
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09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Pancho Villa
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7th Annual Camp Furlong Day
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The annual Camp Furlong Day event is a commemoration of the March 9, 1916 raid on the Village of Columbus, New Mexico by the troops of Francisco "Pancho" Villa and the subsequent "Punitive Expedition" led by General John "Black Jack" Pershing in an unsuccessful attempt to capture Villa.
Fees:
no entrance fee
Contact:
Victor Trujillo
575-531-2711
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Saturday, March 6
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09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Pancho Villa
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7th Annual Camp Furlong Day
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Commemoration of Pancho Villa's raid on the Village of Columbus on March 9, 1916.
Fees:
none
Contact:
John Read
575-531-2711
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Saturday, March 6
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09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Pancho Villa
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7th Annual Camp Furlong Day
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The event is a commemoration of the raid on Columbus, New Mexico by the forces of Pancho Villa in March of 1916. The event is highlighted by the Cabalgata Binacional Villista in which up to 100 Mexican horse riders cross the border at Palomas into the U.S. and are joined by up to 150 American horse riders. They ride together from the border to the Village of Columbus and then into Pancho Villa State Park. Then the festivities begin. The event features food and craft vendors, special speakers, trick horse riding, ballet folklorico dancers, performers from Mexico, Mariachis, American musicians, military reenactors, and much more.
Fees:
none
Contact:
John Read
575-531-2711
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Saturday, March 6
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09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
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Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
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New Volunteer Training Day 6 of 6
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This is the last of six sessions in which new volunteers learn about the Middle Rio Grande bosque ecosystem and our many wonderful volunteering opportunities! Each session covers different topics. Please call for more information and to register.
Fees:
Please call
Contact:
Park receptionist
505-344-7240
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Sunday, March 7
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02:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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Stump the Ranger Hike
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Got questions about the park’s history, ecology or critters? Park Manager Sarah will be your trail guide on this casual hike. We’ll stop and discuss what we see along the way and visitors are encouraged to ‘Stump the Ranger’ with their questions.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Sarah Wood
505 474-0196
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Saturday, March 13
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05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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Telescope Workshop and Star Party
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If you have a telescope that’s not working or too confusing to operate, here’s your chance for some expert help. Peter Lipscomb, famed local “cosmonut”, will explain how a variety of telescopes work and help get yours going. John Remaly of the Randall Davey Audubon Center and Sarah Wood, Park Manager, will also be on hand to help. The workshop will be followed by a Star Party starting around 7. Peter will set up his 20” telescope and you can immediately begin viewing through yours.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Sarah Wood
505 474-0196
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Saturday, March 13
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Mesilla Valley Bosque
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The Blessings of Bats
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Join Ranger Abalos on a bat presentation of how bats are a positive influence on our ecosystems.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Ken Abalos
523-4398
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Saturday, March 13-Sunday, March 14
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09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Oliver Lee
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The Dog Canyon Experience
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The natural resources of Dog Canyon have enabled human occupation for 10,000 years. Come discover the natural, cultural and historical resources of Oliver Lee Memorial State Park at this annual park event. A full schedule of programs will be announced.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
575-437-8284
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Saturday, March 13
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07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
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Oliver Lee
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The Great Hexagon
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The Amateur Astronomers Group will be sponsoring a tour of the major constellations of the Great Hexagon, such as Orion, Gemini and Taurus. Mars is at its closest approach to earth, so viewing should be good. Come early and enjoy the beauty of Dog Canyon at sundown. Meet at Group Shelter.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
575-437-8284
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Saturday, March 13
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09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Oliver Lee
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After the Flood Hike
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On July 27, 2008 the scenic tumbling waters of Dog Canyon turned into a raging torrent caused by the remnants of hurricane Dolly. The Riparian Nature Trail is still mostly closed to the public. Join this ranger guided hike which will examine the damage and renewal flashfloods bring to desert canyons. The hike will be rigorous, be prepared for uneven footing across rugged terrain. This hike is not recommended for young children or fragile seniors. Meet at Visitor Center.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Charles Wood
575-437-8284
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Saturday, March 13
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Oliver Lee
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Predatory Arthropods of the Desert
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Many of the most spectacular and fearsome looking arthropods in the Chihuahuan desert are predators, which capture live prey either as food for themselves or for their larvae. Some predators groups such as tiger beetles, robber flies and spider wasps are particularly well represented in desert regions. Join entomologist Greg Forbes for a look at the fascinating creatures. Meet at Group Shelter.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Charles Wood
575-437-8284
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Saturday, March 13
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01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
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Oliver Lee
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Snakes Alive!
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Join Ranger Kathryn Law for this program about snakes -- how they move, how their senses work, how they hunt and eat. This hands-on show and tell program will help alleviate a fear of snakes by learning how they live and how to avoid conflict with them. Meet at Group Shelter.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Charles Wood
575-437-8284
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Saturday, March 13
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03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
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Oliver Lee
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Ranch House Tour
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Join Ranger Howard Thomas, park historian, for a special tour of the Oliver Lee Ranch House. The Lee Ranch House was originally built in 1893. Furnishings and displays provide a window into the history of early ranching in the Tularosa Basin. Meet at Visitor Center.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Charles Wood
575-437-8284
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Saturday, March 13
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05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
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Oliver Lee
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Photography Quest -- Evening Light
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Join state park Public Information Officer Marti Niman and discover the canyon through the lens on an easy hike into some of Dog Canyon’s natural wonders. This program will highlight how to get the most from your camera with a brief overview of photo basics. Then snap some shots in the beautiful golden evening light of the high desert. Bring your camera, instruction manual and tripod (if you have one) as well as water, hat and sturdy shoes. Meet at Visitor Center.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Charles Wood
575-437-8284
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Saturday, March 13
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08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Storrie Lake
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Boating Safety Class
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Mandatory Education for persons born after January 1, 1989.
Fees:
Free
Contact:
Ronald R. Carter
505.425.7278
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Sunday, March 14
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02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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Stump the Ranger Hike
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Got questions about the park’s history, ecology or critters? Park Manager Sarah will be your trail guide on this casual hike. We’ll stop and discuss what we see along the way and visitors are encouraged to ‘Stump the Ranger’ with their questions.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Sarah Wood
505 474-0196
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Sunday, March 14
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08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Oliver Lee
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Photography Quest -- Morning Light
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Join state park Public Information Officer Marti Niman and discover Dog Canyon through the lens on an easy hike into some of Dog Canyon’s natural wonders. This program will highlight how to get the most from your camera with a brief overview of photo basics. Then snap some shots while light and shadow interplay in the beauty of a high desert morning. Bring your camera, instruction manual and tripod (if you have one) as well as water, hat and sturdy shoes. Meet at Group Shelter.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Charles Wood
575-437-8284
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Sunday, March 14
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01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
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Oliver Lee
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Lee Ranch House -- Extended Hours
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The Oliver Lee Ranch House will be open for extended hours. The ranger staff will be available to answer questions and provide information during your self-guided tour of the house. Although the Lee Ranch House was originally built in 1893, the reconstructed home is furnished with period furniture and displays that provide a window into early ranching history in the Tularosa Basin. Meet at Ranch House.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Chalres Wood
575-437-8284
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Thursday, March 18
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12:15 PM - 01:00 PM
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Elephant Butte Lake
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In Search of Buffalo Soldiers and W
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Come and hear about the recent archaeological investigations that the Black Range Ranger District, in conjunction with Howard University, have been doing in search of Buffalo Soldier, Warm Spring Apache campsites and battle sites on the Black Range.
Hear about some recent discoveries from our Gila Archaeological Project Field School.
Find out about current investigations underway that will help us understand the complexity of this unique period of the 1860-1880s, which makes the Native American/military conflicts such an important period in the history of the American Southwest.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Salvador Gonzalez
575-744-5923
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Friday, March 19
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07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
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Living Desert
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Star Party
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Look through large telescopes at wonders of the night sky.
Fees:
No Fee
Contact:
Kathryn Law
(575) 887-5516
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Friday, March 19
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08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
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Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
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Bosque Education Guide Training
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Teachers, come learn how to use this standards-aligned K-12 interdisciplinary curriculum, a copy of which will be yours to keep at the end of the session. You may view the curriculum and learn more about the workshop at http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/BEG/index.html. Please call ahead to register.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Park receptionist
505-344-7240
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Saturday, March 20
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Mesilla Valley Bosque
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Hummingbirds
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Join Kristy Lane with "Wildbirds Unlimited" as she talks about the wonders of hummingbirds.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Ken Abalos
523-4398
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Saturday, March 20
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07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
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Oliver Lee
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Celestial Cycles: Vernal Equinox
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Enjoy the beauty of Dog Canyon at sundown. 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. Meet at Group Shelter.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
575-437-8284
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Sunday, March 21
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08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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First Day of Spring Trail Work Day
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There are 110 miles of trails in Santa Fe County that depend on volunteers to maintain them. Today, the volunteer Trails Alliance of Santa Fe will be on-hand to help spruce up our trails after this muddy winter. Please join us and them – we will train you and have jobs for all levels. All tools and refreshments provided!
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Sarah Wood
505 474-0196
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Saturday, March 27
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08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Elephant Butte Lake
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Free Boating Safety Class
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Nationally Accredited Free Boating Safety Class.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Salvador
Gonzalez
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Saturday, March 27
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09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
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Living Desert
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Xeriscape Workshop
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This workshop teaches techniques for landscaping with low-water-use plants, from planning to site preparation, plant selection, and irrigation.
Reservations are not required but space is limited, so come early to guarantee a space. Lunch will be provided.
Fees:
$30 ($10 for CHS members)
Contact:
Chris Dawson
(575) 887-5516
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Saturday, March 27
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10:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Mesilla Valley Bosque
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Snakes Alive
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Join Richard Quick, Chief Naturalist with the Las Cruces Museum of natural History on an in depth talk about snakes and their role in the wild.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Ken Abalos
523-4398
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Saturday, March 27
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09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
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Oasis
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Spring Trout Derby
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The Friend's of Oasis State Park presents their first ever "Spring Trout Derby" on March 27, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is open to all ages - as a reminder anyone 12 or older must have a valid NM fishing license.
The park entrance fee of $5 per vehicle is required for non-annual permit holders. The entry fee for the derby is $5 for adults (16 and above) and $3 for juniors (15 and below). Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. and will remian open during the derby times.
Prizes will be based on the color of the tagged fish you catch.
There will be: 4 red tags for $25, 10 blue tags for $10, and 20 yellow tags for $5. You will have a chance to win more than one prize as the trout limit is 5 fish per person.
In addition to the prize money, a door prize will be drawn every hour during the fishin derby.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Oasis State Park
575-356-5331
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Saturday, March 27
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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Oliver Lee
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Trail Journaling
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Walk through the park and learn about the Chihuahuan Desert habitat. Participants will be encouraged to keep a journal and do several activities while on the walk. This is a fun way to closely observe nature and find a personal relationship with the world around us. Journals and materials will be provided. Meet at Visiter Center.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
575-437-8284
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Saturday, March 27
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02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
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Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
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Skunks, Debunked
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You’ve smelled them on summer nights, perhaps your dog enjoyed a tomato juice bath after bumping into one. Who are these mysterious little black and white creatures with the big reputation? Jerry Dragoo will be on hand to teach us more about skunks in New Mexico.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Park receptionist
505-344-7240
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Saturday, March 27
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09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Sumner Lake
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Open House
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This is the first Open House event for Sumner Lake. Day use fees will be wavied and the public is invited into the park. Rangers will be available from 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. at the Visitor Center to sell annual permits, and answer questions. Refreshments will be served in the visitor center.
Fees:
Regular Entrance wavied
Contact:
Raymond Drake
575-355-2541
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Sunday, March 28
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03:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Cerrillos Hills
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Bird Song Workshop
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It’s springtime and male birds are singing their syrinxes out to convince a female to nest with them. You don’t need to be an expert to understand some basics about bird songs. Non-expert Park Manger Sarah will provide all the materials you need to make your own bird call. We’ll then hike up to Mineral Springs to test them out and listen to the birds.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Sarah Wood
505 474-0196
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Monday, March 29
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07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
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Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
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Twilight Hike on a Moon Lit Night
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Join our naturalists on a moonlit, quiet hike to observe the sounds and silence of the bosque at dusk. Please call beginning 3/1/10 to pre-register for this popular event.
Free for FRGNC members with green parking permit. For non-members, exact change or check is required.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Park receptionist
505-344-7240
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