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Saturday, March 2
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Leasburg Dam
STAR PROGRAM
Join us for a night of star gazing. Members from the Astronomical Society of Las Cruces will operate a 16" telescope to view amazing night sky objects. Through several telescopes, you will see nebulae, globular clusters, star clusters, planetary nebulae, galaxies, and more!
The show starts at sunset located at the Observatory - next to the visitor center parking lot. $5 per vehicle park entrance fee.
Fees:
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Contact:
any park staff
575-524-4068
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Saturday, March 2
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Hiking, Exploring, Wandering in NM
Presentation by David Ryan, author. Listen to delightful tales of the fascinating places that make New Mexico so special. David Ryan will be speaking about the amazing places to discover right in our own backyard. He has just completed a new book called Wandering in the Clear Light of New Mexico, an extension of the 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Albuquerque book. His talk will combine material from both books. Cost: $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check) Friends of the RGNC permit holders and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with valid permit displayed.
Fees:
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Contact:
RGNC Front Desk
505-344-7240
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Saturday, March 2
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Guided Bird Walk
Join us for our Guided Bird Walks every Saturday and Sunday morning. Preregistration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to (12) people. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with a valid permit displayed. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, insect repellent and sunscreen, as needed. Meet at the Candelaria Viewing Area (Northeast side of the parking lot). If you are signed up and can’t attend, kindly call us so that we can open the spot to someone on the waiting list.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Front Desk
(505) 344-7240
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Saturday, March 2
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Star Party!
Join members of The Albuquerque Astronomical Society, for stargazing at the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park. Saturday, March 2, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The evening begins in the Education Building with a talk about what can be seen in the winter evening sky. The program continues outdoors with a green laser tour of the sky and views of Jupiter, Uranus, Orion and rising Leo and Ursa Major and more through telescopes. Indoor portion of program is rain or shine. Outdoor telescope viewing is weather dependent. The scopes will be set up near the Candelaria Wetlands Viewing Area at the East end of the parking lot. Cost: $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check) Friends of the RGNC permit holders and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with valid permit displayed.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
RGNC Front Desk
505-344-7240
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Sunday, March 3
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Guided Bird Walk
Join us for our Guided Bird Walks every Saturday and Sunday morning. Preregistration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to (12) people. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with a valid permit displayed. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, insect repellent and sunscreen, as needed. Meet at the Candelaria Viewing Area (Northeast side of the parking lot). If you are signed up and can’t attend, kindly call us so that we can open the spot to someone on the waiting list.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Front Desk
(505) 344-7240
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Monday, March 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 approximately 2 miles round trip on easy to moderate trail. There is a $5 per vehicle DAY USE FEE required UPON ENTRY.
Fees:
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Contact:
Alex Mares
575-523-4398
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Friday, March 8
07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Cerrillos Hills
Star Party
Experience the night sky above Cerrillos Hills State Park. Take in views of Jupiter, star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies. The park telescope will be set up across from the main park entrance in the vault toilet lot.
Program starts promptly at 7:00 PM.
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
$5 per vehicle
Contact:
park staff
505-474-0196
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Saturday, March 9
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Oliver Lee
Star Party
Join us as we focus on Jupiter. Presented by the Alamogordo Astronomer’s Group. Meet at the Oliver Lee State Park Group Shelter.
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kate German
(575) 437-8284
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Saturday, March 9
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Oliver Lee
Oliver Lee Ranch House Tour
In the early 19th century, Oliver Lee was a prominent rancher and politician: serving as a senator and state representative. The reconstructed house, originally built in 1893, is undergoing renovations. Your walking tour of Lee's Dog Canyon Ranch Headquarters will provide a glimpse of the history of early ranching in the Tularosa Basin. Meet me at the visitor center. You will drive your own vehicle, following a staff member to the Ranch House about 1.75 miles away. We recommend you bring water to drink.
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kate German
(575) 437-8284
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Saturday, March 9
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Pancho Villa
Camp Furlong Day 2024
The public is invited to attend Pancho Villa State Park’s Annual Camp Furlong Day. This event occurs as a part of the greater Fiesta de Amistad in the village of Columbus, NM.
During the day, tours of the park exhibit hall will be available. Also, a guided historical tour of the village of Columbus will occur at 8:30 AM. Another guided tour of the park Exhibit Hall will occur at 3:00 PM.
The State Park will offer two special guest speakers providing historical presentations & slide shows in the Park’s Exhibit Hall.
1:00 PM: Glenn Minuth, Cochise College (Douglas, AZ)
A Battle During the Mexican Expedition
“As tensions amplified between the U.S. and Mexico (during the Carranza government), U.S. Army Mexican Expedition columns pressed deeper into Mexico. We will look beyond the Expedition’s initial “Pursuit Phase” and the subsequent “Patrol District Actions” towards the “End of Active Operations” by investigating one significant battle.
Fees:
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Contact:
Jonathin Horsley
575-531-2711
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Saturday, March 9
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Nature Walk
See what's happening on the bosque trails. Please bring water, hat, sunglasses, etc. to be prepared for being outdoors. Enjoy a leisurely exploration of the Middle Rio Grande Bosque ecosystem with one of the RGNC volunteer naturalists. Search for signs of animal life and discover how the Bosque and the Rio Grande provide habitat. Registration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to 12 people. The walk is about 1.5 hours long. The mostly flat, sandy trail is just under 1 mile. This walk is appropriate for adults and children. Meet the volunteer naturalist on the west side of the parking lot at the start of the trail, near the bulletin board. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual pass holders enter free with valid permits displayed.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
RGNC Front Desk
505-344-7240
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Saturday, March 9
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Guided Bird Walk
Join us for our Guided Bird Walks every Saturday and Sunday morning. Preregistration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to (12) people. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with a valid permit displayed. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, insect repellent and sunscreen, as needed. Meet at the Candelaria Viewing Area (Northeast side of the parking lot). If you are signed up and can’t attend, kindly call us so that we can open the spot to someone on the waiting list.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Front Desk
(505) 344-7240
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Sunday, March 10
11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Cerrillos Hills
New Mexico Raptors
Scientists study raptors to get important clues about environmental health. Guest presenter Laura McCann will bring a Great Horned Owl, a Red-tailed Hawk and a Turkey Vulture and help you learn all about them.
The program begins promptly at 11:00 AM. The raptors presentation will be across the arroyo adjacent to the main park entrance.
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
$5 per vehicle
Contact:
park staff
505-474-0196
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Sunday, March 10
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Oliver Lee
Guided Hike to Lawson Springs
The trip to Lawson Springs takes you out of the flats and on a moderate climb at the base of the Sacramento Mountains. You'll have a marvelous view of the Tularosa Basin and White Sands across the valley. Lawson Springs' limestone terraces support lush growth that stands out against the rocky slopes. A variety of wildlife frequents the area.
Well-behaved pets are allowed on a leash. Don't forget to bring water!
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kate German
575-437-8284
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Sunday, March 10
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Guided Bird Walk
Join us for our Guided Bird Walks every Saturday and Sunday morning. Preregistration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to (12) people. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with a valid permit displayed. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, insect repellent and sunscreen, as needed. Meet at the Candelaria Viewing Area (Northeast side of the parking lot). If you are signed up and can’t attend, kindly call us so that we can open the spot to someone on the waiting list.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Front Desk
(505) 344-7240
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Saturday, March 16
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mesilla Valley Bosque
Wildlife of New Mexico
Enjoy a very informative and educational talk by a wildlife expert from the New Mexico Wildlife Center. Learn about and how to identify various resident reptiles and amphibians. Also, get to witness an actual "Live Release" by NM Wildlife Refuge and Rehabilitation Center of a rehabilitated Turkey Vulture! Seating is limited to the first 30 people. Afterwards, you may wander our Exhibit Hall and native landscaped gardens or hike one of our easy to moderate trails. There is a $5 per vehicle DAY USE FEE required UPON ENTRY.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Alex Mares
575-523-4398
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Saturday, March 16
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Oliver Lee
Oliver Lee Ranch House Tour
In the early 19th century, Oliver Lee was a prominent rancher and politician: serving as a senator and state representative. The reconstructed house, originally built in 1893, is undergoing renovations. Your walking tour of Lee's Dog Canyon Ranch Headquarters will provide a glimpse of the history of early ranching in the Tularosa Basin. Meet me at the visitor center. You will drive your own vehicle, following a staff member to the Ranch House about 1.75 miles away. We recommend you bring water to drink.
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kate German
(575) 437-8284
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Saturday, March 16
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Oliver Lee
Native Animal Ambassadors
Curious about the wildlife that can be found around you? New Mexico Wildlife Center will be introducing one or more native animal ambassadors, explaining why they are permanent residents at the Center, and delving into their adaptations and other natural history information. Learn what you can do to help their wild counterparts and experience a collection of skulls, feathers, and more!
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kate German
(575) 437-8284
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Saturday, March 16
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Stories Under the Cottonwood Tree
Join us for Stories Under the Cottonwood Tree, at The Rio Grande Nature Center State Park. Saturday March 16, 2024, at 10:30 am. Meet in the Native Plant Garden. The Garden is alive and ready for ECO tales about plants and creatures who live in our Bosque. Bees begin foraging for pollen as soon as flowers bloom. That makes them opportunistic gatherers. Storyteller and Master Naturalist, Dianne Rossbach shares Bosque Nature Tales. These sessions are filled with fun, natural history facts, songs, folk lore, and, of course, stories! Especially for those aged 5 to 10 years old. Children should always bring their own adult, so they can enjoy the fun, too! Aside from the Park Day-Use Fee, there is no additional charge for this program. The Park Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle exact cash or check (Friends of the RGNC permit holders and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with valid permit displayed). Stories Under the Cottonwood Tree will be offered at 10:30 am, 3rd Saturday
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
RGNC Front Desk
505-344-7240
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Saturday, March 16
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Guided Bird Walk
Join us for our Guided Bird Walks every Saturday and Sunday morning. Preregistration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to (12) people. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with a valid permit displayed. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, insect repellent and sunscreen, as needed. Meet at the Candelaria Viewing Area (Northeast side of the parking lot). If you are signed up and can’t attend, kindly call us so that we can open the spot to someone on the waiting list.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Front Desk
(505) 344-7240
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Saturday, March 16
07:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Ute Lake
St. Patty's Dash
Join the Friends of Ute Lake for a St. Patrick's Day themed 5K fun run. Participants will meet at the South Side parking lot at 7:30 a.m. for registration (pre-register by March 2nd to get a t-shirt). To pre-register, get your registration form at Ute Lake Visitor Center, or online at the Friends of Ute Lake Facebook page. The race starts at the South Side restroom at 8:00 a.m. and it ends at the Ute Lake Visitor Center. A ride will be available for solo runners/walkers at finish. There is a $30.00, non-refundable fee. Children ages 10 and under participate for free (youth shirts are $15.00). For more information, go to the Friends of Ute Lake Facebook page or call Ute Lake State Park at (575) 487-2284. All proceeds go toward the efforts made by the Friends of Ute Lake to improve our park!
Fees:
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Contact:
Laken Humble
(575) 487-2284
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Saturday, March 16
06:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Ute Lake
Tip Top Bass
Tip Top Bass will host a tournament on Saturday, March 16th from 6:00 am to 4:00 pm at Ute Lake State Park. Boats can launch from any of the five ramps in the park. It is a catch-and-release tournament with a weigh-in to be held at the Ute Lake Marina.
Please bring exact cash or check for the $5 park entrance fee, or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Clay Jessop
(912) 650-0000
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Sunday, March 17
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Oliver Lee
Guided Hike to Lawson Springs
The trip to Lawson Springs takes you out of the flats and on a moderate climb at the base of the Sacramento Mountains. You'll have a marvelous view of the Tularosa Basin and White Sands across the valley. Lawson Springs' limestone terraces support lush growth that stands out against the rocky slopes. A variety of wildlife frequents the area.
Well-behaved pets are allowed on a leash. Don't forget to bring water!
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kate German
575-437-8284
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Sunday, March 17
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Guided Bird Walk
Join us for our Guided Bird Walks every Saturday and Sunday morning. Preregistration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to (12) people. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with a valid permit displayed. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, insect repellent and sunscreen, as needed. Meet at the Candelaria Viewing Area (Northeast side of the parking lot). If you are signed up and can’t attend, kindly call us so that we can open the spot to someone on the waiting list.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Front Desk
(505) 344-7240
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Sunday, March 17
07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Ute Lake
Hereford Bass Club
Hereford Bass Club is hosting a tournament on Sunday, March 17th from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Boats can launch from any of the five ramps in the park. All participants will follow the rules of the Hereford Bass Club and catch and release. The weigh-in will take place at the Ute Lake weigh-in station by the marina. All equipment to weigh and measure the fish must follow the Hereford Bass Club rules.
Please bring exact cash or check for the $5 park entrance fee or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Dan Brooks
(806) 344-6823
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Friday, March 22
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Ute Lake
New Mexico Boating Basics Class
Get ready for next summer! The New Mexico boating basics classes are starting up again. This month the class is on Friday, March 22nd from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The classes are FREE and will take place at the Logan Municipal School Ag building, classroom 2, in Logan, New Mexico. Please call the Ute Lake visitor center at (575) 487-2284 to register or sign up at the Logan School Office.
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
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Contact:
Laken Humble
(575) 487-2284
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Saturday, March 23
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Oasis
Eastwood Memorial Trout Derby
Come out to the Eastwood Memorial Trout Derby and catch a tagged trout for a cash prize! This will be held on March 23, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There is a $5 park entrance fee and a $5 per person fee per derby entrant. Registration open at 8:00 a.m. Don't forget anyone participating that is 12 years of age or older MUST have a valid NM fishing license! A special thanks goes out to New Mexico Game and Fish and Oasis State Park!
Fees:
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Contact:
Valerie Russ
575-356-5331
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Saturday, March 23
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Oliver Lee
Oliver Lee Ranch House Tour
In the early 19th century, Oliver Lee was a prominent rancher and politician: serving as a senator and state representative. The reconstructed house, originally built in 1893, is undergoing renovations. Your walking tour of Lee's Dog Canyon Ranch Headquarters will provide a glimpse of the history of early ranching in the Tularosa Basin. Meet me at the visitor center. You will drive your own vehicle, following a staff member to the Ranch House about 1.75 miles away. We recommend you bring water to drink.
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kate German
(575) 437-8284
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Saturday, March 23
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
The Science of Wildlife Tracking
Wild Eyed: the Revealing Science of Wildlife Tracking The ability to interpret tracks and sign on our home landscapes fundamentally changes how we as Homo sapiens relate to the living world. Why is tracking so beneficial, and wildly well-suited to the human mind and imagination? Join Casey McFarland to explore what the skillset actually is, why it transforms our experience of life on earth, and how we can easily learn to be proficient. Casey McFarland trains biologists, research teams, eco-tourism guides, and the public to read and interpret the tracks and signs of wildlife. Day-Use Fee: $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check)
Fees:
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Contact:
RGNC Front Desk
505-344-7240
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Saturday, March 23
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Guided Bird Walk
Join us for our Guided Bird Walks every Saturday and Sunday morning. Preregistration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to (12) people. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with a valid permit displayed. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, insect repellent and sunscreen, as needed. Meet at the Candelaria Viewing Area (Northeast side of the parking lot). If you are signed up and can’t attend, kindly call us so that we can open the spot to someone on the waiting list.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Front Desk
(505) 344-7240
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Sunday, March 24
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Oliver Lee
Guided Hike to Lawson Springs
The trip to Lawson Springs takes you out of the flats and on a moderate climb at the base of the Sacramento Mountains. You'll have a marvelous view of the Tularosa Basin and White Sands across the valley. Lawson Springs' limestone terraces support lush growth that stands out against the rocky slopes. A variety of wildlife frequents the area.
Well-behaved pets are allowed on a leash. Don't forget to bring water!
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kate German
575-437-8284
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Sunday, March 24
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Guided Bird Walk
Join us for our Guided Bird Walks every Saturday and Sunday morning. Preregistration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to (12) people. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with a valid permit displayed. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, insect repellent and sunscreen, as needed. Meet at the Candelaria Viewing Area (Northeast side of the parking lot). If you are signed up and can’t attend, kindly call us so that we can open the spot to someone on the waiting list.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Front Desk
(505) 344-7240
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Saturday, March 30
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Elephant Butte Lake
Elephant Butte Easter Egg Hunt
Join us for Elephant Butte Lake State Park's 13th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Lions Beach for children. First Group starts at 10:00. Four age groups are 1-2 years (may have 1 person assist), 3-4 years, 5-7 years, and 8-11 years. There will be 4,000 eggs, prizes and more.
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Friends of the Park
575-744-5923
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Saturday, March 30
07:30 AM - 09:00 PM
Leasburg Dam
STAR PROGRAM
Join us for a night of star gazing. Members from the Astronomical Society of Las Cruces will operate a 16" telescope to view amazing night sky objects. Through several telescopes, you will see nebulae, globular clusters, star clusters, planetary nebulae, galaxies, and more!
The show starts at sunset located at the Observatory - next to the visitor center parking lot. $5 per vehicle park entrance fee.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
any park staff
575-524-4068
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Saturday, March 30
08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Leasburg Dam
Bird Tour
Join us on a guided tour. A Mesilla Valley Audubon birding expert will take you on a hike around Leasburg Dam State Park and help you learn how to identify birds. Meet at the Leasburg Dam State Park Visitor Center at 8am. Bring binoculars, appropriate hiking shoes and dress for the weather.
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
any park staff
575-524-4068
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Saturday, March 30
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Oliver Lee
Oliver Lee Ranch House Tour
In the early 19th century, Oliver Lee was a prominent rancher and politician: serving as a senator and state representative. The reconstructed house, originally built in 1893, is undergoing renovations. Your walking tour of Lee's Dog Canyon Ranch Headquarters will provide a glimpse of the history of early ranching in the Tularosa Basin. Meet me at the visitor center. You will drive your own vehicle, following a staff member to the Ranch House about 1.75 miles away. We recommend you bring water to drink.
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kate German
(575) 437-8284
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Saturday, March 30
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Guided Bird Walk
Join us for our Guided Bird Walks every Saturday and Sunday morning. Preregistration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to (12) people. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with a valid permit displayed. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, insect repellent and sunscreen, as needed. Meet at the Candelaria Viewing Area (Northeast side of the parking lot). If you are signed up and can’t attend, kindly call us so that we can open the spot to someone on the waiting list.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Front Desk
(505) 344-7240
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Sunday, March 31
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Caballo Lake
Caballo Lake's 27th Annual Egg Hunt
Join us at Caballo Lake State Park for the 27th Annual Egg Hunt on March 31, 2024. There will be 4000+ eggs, candy bags, and an opportunity to take pictures with the Easter Bunny. There will be 4 golden egg winners. The egg hunt is for children ages 11 and under.
Please bring exact cash or check for the $5 park entrance fee or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Abdon Aguirre
575-743-3942
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Sunday, March 31
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Oliver Lee
Guided Hike to Lawson Springs
The trip to Lawson Springs takes you out of the flats and on a moderate climb at the base of the Sacramento Mountains. You'll have a marvelous view of the Tularosa Basin and White Sands across the valley. Lawson Springs' limestone terraces support lush growth that stands out against the rocky slopes. A variety of wildlife frequents the area.
Well-behaved pets are allowed on a leash. Don't forget to bring water!
The regular Park Entrance Fee applies. Please bring exact cash or check or display a valid New Mexico State Parks annual pass.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Kate German
575-437-8284
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Sunday, March 31
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Guided Bird Walk
Join us for our Guided Bird Walks every Saturday and Sunday morning. Preregistration is required. Please call the RGNC Front Desk at 505-344-7240 to sign up. Walks are limited to (12) people. The Park’s Day-Use Fee is $3.00 per vehicle (exact cash or check). Friends of the RGNC and NM State Parks annual permit holders enter free with a valid permit displayed. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars, insect repellent and sunscreen, as needed. Meet at the Candelaria Viewing Area (Northeast side of the parking lot). If you are signed up and can’t attend, kindly call us so that we can open the spot to someone on the waiting list.
Fees:
Regular Entrance Fee
Contact:
Front Desk
(505) 344-7240
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