Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge

Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge Welcome to the official Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge page!
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Our shuttle program is looking for a few more drivers! We will be hosting a volunteer training to get you started in thi...
06/10/2026

Our shuttle program is looking for a few more drivers! We will be hosting a volunteer training to get you started in this fun volunteer opportunity on Saturday, June 13th at the visitor center. RSVP to the volunteer training by sending an e-mail to Ranger Dakota at: [email protected]
Shuttle drivers pilot our open-air electric shuttle and give tours of Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge, helping visitors understand what kinds of plants and animals live here in the middle Rio Grande valley and how the refuge is working to improve their habitats. After training, volunteers sign up for 1-2 shifts per month on Fridays or Saturdays. Shuttle volunteer shifts are from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Shuttle volunteers must have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years old.
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Join us this Friday for Nature Kids! This week's program focuses on the cliff swallows here at the visitor center.For ag...
06/09/2026

Join us this Friday for Nature Kids! This week's program focuses on the cliff swallows here at the visitor center.
For ages 6-10
Free, no registration required
Friday June 12, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
at Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge visitor center, 7851 2nd Street SW, Albuquerque, NM

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Image of a cliff swallow landing upside down on dried mud next with another bird peeking out the entrance.

CALENDAR UPDATE:It has come to the attention of refuge staff that the "Plant Adaptations Talk with Judith Phillips" prog...
06/08/2026

CALENDAR UPDATE:
It has come to the attention of refuge staff that the "Plant Adaptations Talk with Judith Phillips" program, organized by the New Mexico Backyard Refuge Program and advertised on our refuge events calendar for June 27th has reached maximum capacity for registered participants.
Please direct questions about this program to the New Mexico Backyard Refuge Program at: [email protected]

Our shuttle program is looking for a few more drivers! We will be hosting a volunteer training to get you started in thi...
06/01/2026

Our shuttle program is looking for a few more drivers! We will be hosting a volunteer training to get you started in this fun volunteer opportunity on Saturday, June 13th at the visitor center. RSVP to the volunteer training by sending an e-mail to Ranger Dakota at: [email protected]
Shuttle drivers pilot our open-air electric shuttle and give tours of Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge, helping visitors understand what kinds of plants and animals live here in the middle Rio Grande valley and how the refuge is working to improve their habitats. After training, volunteers sign up for 1-2 shifts per month on Fridays or Saturdays. Shuttle volunteer shifts are from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Shuttle volunteers must have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years old.

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Image text reads: "Do something awesome. Become a Shuttle Driver. Help people connect to their National Wildlife Refuge by learning to be a driver and tour guide! Volunteer training: Saturday June 13 10 AM to 12:30 PM" Image of two volunteers standing on either side of a forward-facing electric vehicle.

05/20/2026

Love the night sky? Come out to the refuge for a night of stargazing, telescopes, and learning about the night sky! Join members of The Albuquerque Astronomical Society and Friends of Valle de Oro this Saturday, May 23, 6-10 pm. There will be a presentation on astronomy and light refreshments. Free and open to the public.

05/08/2026

Come celebrate World Migratory Bird Day at Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge! Learn about the importance of citizen science programs that gather important data for bird conservation, including fun apps like Merlin! Afterwards, join the Bio Team on a
guided bird walk in our restoration area. Free, no registration required. Saturday March 9, 7:30 am - 10:00 am.

Nature Kids! Friday May 8th & Friday June 12, ages 6-10 are invited to a free nature class here at the visitor center wi...
05/07/2026

Nature Kids! Friday May 8th & Friday June 12, ages 6-10 are invited to a free nature class here at the visitor center with hands-on activities and learning about local ecosystems. Class starts at 10:00 AM.
No Registration required!

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The library here at the visitor center has books for all ages to inspire you to learn about communities, both human and ...
05/06/2026

The library here at the visitor center has books for all ages to inspire you to learn about communities, both human and animal! Thanks to our intern Elizabeth for these highlights:
There There by Tommy Orange follows several Native American characters in Oakland whose lives connect as they head to a powwow. Each person struggles with identity, trauma, and what it means to be Native in a modern urban setting.

The Hike by Allison Farrell follows three girls as they set out on an outdoor adventure together. Along the way, they observe nature, face small challenges, and learn to appreciate the world around them. The story highlights curiosity, friendship, and the joy of exploring outside

Toxic Communities by Dorceta Taylor examines how pollution and hazardous waste are placed in low-income communities (specifically communities of color) in the United States. It argues that environmental inequality is shaped by systems and political decisions rather than being random.

Stellaluna by Janell Cannon is about a young fruit bat who is separated from her mother and raised by birds. She learns to act like them and stays awake during the day, even though it feels unnatural to her. Eventually, she reunites with her mother and discovers a new side of herself

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05/01/2026

We are recruiting for residential volunteers at Valle de Oro! Residential volunteers must have their own trailer or RV and work at least 24 hours per week to qualify for one of our RV hookup spots. Residential volunteers become valuable members or our dedicated team. Learn more and apply on volunteer.gov:
https://www.volunteer.gov/s/global-search/valle%20de%20oro

Fun activities coming up at the Valle de Oro visitor center this Friday and Saturday!
04/30/2026

Fun activities coming up at the Valle de Oro visitor center this Friday and Saturday!

Address

7851 2nd Street SW
Albuquerque, NM
87105

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 6pm
Tuesday 6am - 6pm
Wednesday 6am - 6pm
Thursday 6am - 6pm
Friday 6am - 6pm
Saturday 6am - 6pm
Sunday 6am - 6pm

Telephone

+15052486667

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