Events
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Dripping Springs Visitor Center 15000 Dripping Springs Rd, Las Cruces, NM, United States
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Picacho Peak Hike Pt. 2
Picacho Peak Recreation AreaLocation: Picacho Peak Recreation Area, Las Cruces, NM Duration: 3.5 to 4 hours Total Distance: About 3.5 miles. Our guides will make frequent stops along the way. Ever wondered about that volcano in our backyard or what the "Butterfield Trail" was? Join us for a scenic, guided hike in the Picacho Peak Recreation area of […]
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La Cueva Hike
La Cueva Picnic Area Las Cruces, NM, United StatesJoin us for a guided hike to La Cueva to learn about the ethnobotany and history of the area. MORE INFO: Informational guided hike to visit La Cueva Archeological site from the first trailhead Discover the resources used by and the history of Indigenous people, Giovanni de Agostini, and ranchers in the La Cueva area. […]
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Scavenger Hunt with Artist in Residence: Poet James-Hovda
La Cueva Picnic Area Las Cruces, NM, United StatesMeet Artist-in-Residence Poet James-Hovda for a scavenger hunt of local natural materials then regroup to put them to use in creating your own personal piece of art with guidance from Poet at the Group Site! No registration needed
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Baylor Canyon West Trailhead
Baylor CanyonSpecial Memorial day hike! Join us for an exhilarating 1.5-mile hike, where you’ll delve into the fascinating stories and remarkable challenges that have shaped our region into the vibrant and stunning landscape it is today. MORE INFO: Discover the captivating stories and challenges of our region's history that have shaped its complexity and beauty today […]
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Keep Our Public Lands in Public Hands Sign-Making Party
Friends of OMDP Office 211 N. Water St., Las Cruces, NM, United StatesIn preparation for the Public Lands Day of Action on Saturday, June 7th, join us at the Friends of OMDP office to make our protest signs. Markers will be provided but please bring your own blank poster!
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Public Lands Day of Action
From selling off our public lands, to our national monuments undone or opened to mining, we are calling our communities to show how much these lands mean to them. We want to bring attention to the love people have for this landscape because the Trump Administration and Secretary Burgum are attempting to ignore the voices […]
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Fillmore Canyon Guided Hike
La Cueva Picnic Area Las Cruces, NM, United StatesLocation: Fillmore Canyon Trail-First La Cueva parking lot/picnic area Duration: about 3 hours Total Distance: About 2.5 miles. Please expect frequent stops along the way Join us to learn about the geology and mining history of Fillmore Canyon! Discover the fascinating world of geology and delve into the rich mining history of Fillmore Canyon. Our […]
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Camp OMDP: Celebrating 25 Years of National Conservation Lands
Amador Patio 302 S Main St, Las Cruces, NM, United StatesSeptember 26 | 6 PM | Amador Patio, Las Cruces, NM Welcome to CAMP OMDPWe are bringing the spirit of summer camp to downtown Las Cruces with a free, family friendly evening celebrating 25 years of the National Conservation Lands. Camp vibes (no tents required), music, and fun activities. What to ExpectEnjoy music from DJ […]
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Public Lands Day Cleanup
Kilbourne Hole 31.971944, -106.964722September 27| 9 AM | Kilbourne Hole Kilbourne Hole was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1975, recognizing it’s outstanding and well-preserved geologic features that give us a window into the natural history of our planet and the volcanic processes that have shaped much of southern New Mexico. In recent years, Kilbourne Hole has become […]