Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Habitat Helpers This event will involve habitat improvement and beatification task at the Rio Grande Nature Center. If you can join, please meet at the group shelter, wear long pants, sturdy closed toe shoes, and bring work gloves, sun protection and a water bottle.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Levi Dean 505 344-7240

Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Poetry in the Park The Rio Grande Nature Center presents poetry in the park! In this course you will learn about different types of poetry styles and fun facts about the natural life that surrounds us. With this knowledge you will become a poet sharing your reflections and observations through your writing. This event is open to everyone!
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Olivia Martinez 505-344-7240

Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Trunk or Treat Celebrate Halloween with us at the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park during Trunk or Treat at the Park on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 AM to 2 PM! Kids and families can enjoy a safe, outdoor twist on trick-or-treating by collecting candy from festively decorated trunks. Costumes are encouraged! Along with sweet treats, visitors can explore hands-on nature activities, including wildlife tracking, skulls, native plants, and other fall discoveries. Join us for spooky decor, outdoor fun, and a chance to connect with the natural world in a whole new way.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Olivia Martinez 505-344-7240

Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Nature Art in the Park Come out to the park to explore your inner artist! We will be hosting Fall Nature Art in the Park where artists of all ages can create different art projects each first Saturday of the month.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Jenny Parsons 505-344-7240

Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Poetry in the Park Let the river, cottonwoods, and wildlife spark your creativity. Join us for a poetry and creative writing series where nature becomes both muse and classroom. Through guided exercises, observation, and reflection, participants will craft original work inspired by the landscapes and stories of the Rio Grande.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Olivia Martinez 505-344-7240

Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Nature Art in the Park Come out to the park to explore your inner artist! We will be hosting Fall Nature Art in the Park where artists of all ages can create different art projects each first Saturday of the month.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Jenny Parsons 505-344-7240

Rio Grande Nature Ctr.
Poetry in the Park Let the river, cottonwoods, and wildlife spark your creativity. Join us for a poetry and creative writing series where nature becomes both muse and classroom. Through guided exercises, observation, and reflection, participants will craft original work inspired by the landscapes and stories of the Rio Grande.
Fees: Regular Entrance Fee
Contact: Olivia Martinez 505-344-7240