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Join us for International Mud Day 2026!

Join us for International Mud Day 2026!

Jul 11, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —
Celebrate the joy of getting a little messy at the Open Space Visitor Center with this free, family-friendly event honoring one of nature’s most playful elements—mud!
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Family Nature Club: Covering Camping (all ages)

Family Nature Club: Covering Camping (all ages)

Jul 11, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Carolino Canyon Reservation Area —
Join an Open Space educator 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.
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Summer Adventure: Caving Adventure (Ages 11-14)

Summer Adventure: Caving Adventure (Ages 11-14)

Jul 13, 2026 from 07:30 AM to 04:30 PM — Building K —
Have you ever wanted to explore a cave? Are you prepared to climb up and down boulders, crawl on your belly through tight squeezes, and experience true darkness? Come join Outdoor Adventure for a Summer Adventure Caving!
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Summer Adventure: Caving Adventure (Ages 11-14)

Summer Adventure: Caving Adventure (Ages 11-14)

Jul 21, 2026 from 07:30 AM to 04:30 PM — Building K —
Have you ever wanted to explore a cave? Are you prepared to climb up and down boulders, crawl on your belly through tight squeezes, and experience true darkness? Come join Outdoor Adventure for a Summer Adventure Caving!
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A Free Live Painting Demonstration!

A Free Live Painting Demonstration!

Aug 14, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —
This demonstration provides a unique opportunity to observe a skilled artist at work while gaining a deeper understanding of the creative process behind landscape painting.
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Family Nature Club: In a Flash (all ages)

Family Nature Club: In a Flash (all ages)

Aug 15, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Tingley Beach —
Join an Open Space educator 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.
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A Free Art Workshop for teens!

A Free Art Workshop for teens!

Aug 15, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —
Join Susan E. Roden, instructor at the New Mexico Art League, for an engaging art demonstration created especially for teens.
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Art Demonstration Created Especially for Teens!

Art Demonstration Created Especially for Teens!

Aug 15, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —
Join us for this free, fun, and inspiring introduction to the type of creative exploration and skill-building offered through the Art League’s Teen Classes and is welcoming to teens of all experience levels.
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Encaustic Wax Art Demonstration with Carolyn Berry!

Encaustic Wax Art Demonstration with Carolyn Berry!

Aug 22, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —
Carolyn Berry will present a demonstration exploring the history and basics of using with encaustic wax as an art medium.  Using thin papers and collage images, she will create a sample art piece and discuss design strategies with attention to safety in working with hot wax, fusing skills and the unique properties of encaustic wax.
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Family Nature Club: Exploring Elena (all ages)

Family Nature Club: Exploring Elena (all ages)

Sep 05, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Elena Gallegos Open Space —
Join an Open Space educator 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.
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Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch

Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch

Sep 19, 2026 from 08:00 AM to 11:00 AM — John A Milne & Gutierrez Canyon —
Join staff and volunteer experts and explore various Open Space properties and experience all that your public lands have to offer.
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Bosque Adventure Hike!

Bosque Adventure Hike!

Sep 19, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM — Open Space Visitor Center —
Join us for a free, family-friendly hike and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors together!
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Foothills Wild Guided Hike

Foothills Wild Guided Hike

Sep 20, 2026 from 08:30 AM to 10:30 AM — Elena Gallegos | Cottonwood Spring Trailhead —
Come learn about the local flora and fauna in the Sandia Mountains.
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Sharing Our Open Spaces and Trails

Sharing Our Open Spaces and Trails

Sep 26, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM — Elena Gallegos Open Space hosted at the double shelter —
Join the Open Space Division to explore Leave No Trace principles, trail etiquette, wilderness safety, fire awareness, and responsible e-bike use in Albuquerque's Open Space areas.
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Family Nature Club: Valuable Volunteering (all ages)

Family Nature Club: Valuable Volunteering (all ages)

Oct 17, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Tingley Beach —
Join an Open Space educator 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.
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Foothills Wild Guided Hike

Foothills Wild Guided Hike

Oct 18, 2026 from 08:30 AM to 10:30 AM — Elena Gallegos | Cottonwood Spring Trailhead —
Come learn about the local flora and fauna in the Sandia Mountains.
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Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch

Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch

Oct 24, 2026 from 07:30 AM to 09:30 AM — USS Bullhead Memorial Park —
Join staff and volunteer experts and explore various Open Space properties and experience all that your public lands have to offer.
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