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Saturday, August 2
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger
Got a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! The event is free, but the regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Robert Smith 575 445 5607




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Sunday, August 3
09:00 AM - 09:45 AM
Conchas Lake
The use and care of Binoculars
Improve your birding experience with tips and techniques for using and caring for your binoculars. Never used binoculars? We'll show you how! Stop by our playground area at 9:00 AM for an and let the Ranger show you some simple "Tricks of the Trade". The event is free, but the regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Ricarlos Glenn 575-868-2270




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Sunday, August 3
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Conchas Lake
Useful Knots for camping
If you're heading out for a tent camping adventure, chances are you'll rely on ropes to help set up camp. But why settle for just tying things together any old way? Mastering a few simple knots can take your camping experience to the next level, making setup smoother, more secure, and a lot more enjoyable. Come learn the ropes (literally) and make your next trip a breeze! Starts at the parking lot near the boat dock. The program is free, but the regular Park Entrance Fee applies for all vehicles. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Ricarlos Glenn 575-868-2270




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Monday, August 4
08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Mesilla Valley Bosque
Monthly Bird ID Walking Tour
Enjoy a guided walk and learn how to identify various resident and migratory bird species from a local expert birder and member of the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society. Plan on walking approx, a 2-mile round trip on an easy-to-moderate trail. The program is free, but regular Park Entrance Fees apply for all vehicles. New Mexico Residents: $5 Out-of-State Residents: $10 Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Alex Mares 575-523-4398




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Saturday, August 9
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger
Do you have a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! The event is free, but the regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Robert Smith 575 445 5607




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Saturday, August 16
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sugarite Canyon
Coffee with a Ranger
Got a Question for a New Mexico State Park Ranger? Get an answer at this Coffee with a Ranger event at Sugarite State Park's Lake Alice Campground on May 24th! We'll discuss events and programs in the park and the surrounding area, or anything you've always wanted to ask a ranger. Coffee and doughnuts (while they last) are served! The event is free, but the regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass/permit.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Robert Smith 575 445 5607




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