Parks & Recreation Upcoming Events
View upcoming events from the Parks and Recreation Department.
Tijeras Bio Zone Clean-Up
Mar 25, 2023 from 08:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Our Annual Spring Clean-Ups in the Foothills begin down the Route 66 road at the recent property acquisition: Tijeras Bio Zone Pre-registration required.
Guided Tour: Candelaria Nature Preserve Open Space
Mar 31, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Join staff and volunteer experts and explore various Open Space properties and experience all that your public lands have to offer.
Outdoor Field School: Ornithological Observations (ages 11-14)
Apr 01, 2023 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Middle school-aged youth join two Open Space education park rangers for in-depth learning about the natural world around them through fun, hands-on science outdoors using real scientific field equipment. Classes take place at a variety of Open Space public lands.
Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch (for adults)
Apr 01, 2023 from 02:30 PM to 04:00 PM
Play like a grown-up and join us for classes that introduce the basic principles of various outdoor activities including hiking, map and compass, birding, mountain biking, and more. All in a supportive and fun environment. Classes are led by experienced outdoor educators and provide all necessary materials.
Bosque Wild Guided Nature Hike
Apr 02, 2023 from 08:00 AM to 09:30 AM
The first Sunday of every month meet at the Open Space Visitor Center for a tour of the Rio Grande Valley woodland.
Family Nature Club: Valuable Volunteering
Apr 08, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Join an Open Space education park ranger for a family-friendly hike and engage in hands-on learning together as a family, listen to natural history fun facts, enjoy storytelling, and seek out wildlife.
Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch (for adults)
Apr 08, 2023 from 02:00 PM to 03:30 PM
Play like a grown-up and join us for classes that introduce the basic principles of various outdoor activities including hiking, map and compass, birding, mountain biking, and more. All in a supportive and fun environment. Classes are led by experienced outdoor educators and provide all necessary materials.
Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch (for adults)
Apr 14, 2023 from 03:00 PM to 04:30 PM
Play like a grown-up and join us for classes that introduce the basic principles of various outdoor activities including hiking, map and compass, birding, mountain biking, and more. All in a supportive and fun environment. Classes are led by experienced outdoor educators and provide all necessary materials.
Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch (for adults)
Apr 15, 2023 from 03:00 PM to 04:30 PM
Play like a grown-up and join us for classes that introduce the basic principles of various outdoor activities including hiking, map and compass, birding, mountain biking, and more. All in a supportive and fun environment. Classes are led by experienced outdoor educators and provide all necessary materials.
Foothills Wild
Apr 16, 2023 from 08:00 AM to 09:30 AM
The third Wednesday of the month, meet at the Cottonwood Springs parking lot at Elena Gallegos Open Space for a guided hike. Carpooling is encouraged.