Insect Night
Let's celebrate Join The Frontera Land Alliance and the El Paso Museum of Archaeology with a special guest, Science Educator, Dr. Paul Hyder for this night full of nocturnal insects!
Join us for a nature walk on the trails of the El Paso Museum of Archaeology. We will be searching and exploring the Chihuahuan Desert's nightlife, specifically nocturnal insects during our walk, and view local insects during a mothing activity!
This event is FREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
About the trail: The museum trails are easy/moderate trails. The ground is leveled with loose gravel. We will not be walking up any mountains. The length of the walk should last up to an hour.
Parking: El Paso Museum of Archaeology parking lot.
What to Bring:
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Optional flashlight/nightlight/headlamp/UV lights
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Weather appropriate clothing
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Sturdy shoes
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Plenty of water
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Curiosity!
For more information contact Museum Membership & Outreach Coordinator, Itzel M. Barraza, at barrazaim@elpasotexas.gov or call (915) 212-0421
Latinxs In The Outdoors
Come celebrate Latino conservation week with The Frontera Land Alliance and Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site!! Join us on a guided hike through Hueco Tanks and learn about Latinx heritage and culture in the outdoors!
This tour will be an easy 1 mile ground-level hike. Some crouching will be necessary.
*Note: this event is not free. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call park headquarters (915) 857-1135.
Tour Fees:
$9 for persons 13 and up
$2 for children under 12 years
$2 for persons with Texas State Park Pass
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plenty of water
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snacks
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weather appropriate clothing
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sun protection
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sturdy shoes
For more information contact Community Outreach Interpreter, Nicole Roque, at Nicole.Roque@tpwd.texas.gov.
Arte Al Aire Libre
Join The Frontera Land Alliance as we celebrate Latino Conservation Week at Knapp Land in El Paso, Texas, where we will paint and enjoy eachother's company and the scenery of our beautiful Franklin Mountains.
This event is FREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED due to limited supplies.
Follow this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/arte-al-aire-libre-tickets-373425925997
In-Person Event at Knapp Land Nature Preserve located in El Paso, Texas.
Experience the beauty of El Paso's Chihuahuan Desert by joining us for an art painting session led by artist, Mayra Salinas, at Knapp Land Nature Preserve.
We'll meet at the entrance to Knapp Land, which is on the corner of Swanson Drive and Virgo Lane.
Together we will hike up a semi-steep trail about 5 minutes to reach the official entrance to Knapp Land. We will then break for a paint session. Mayra will provide some instruction on how to capture the scenery with your medium of choice and then let you explore your creativity on your own.
When the paint session is over we will hike back down the trail to exit Knapp Land.
What to Bring:
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Backpack w/ water and snacks
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Optional: your own personal choice of art medium/ art supplies
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Sun Protection: hat/sunblock
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Hiking boots/sturdy shoes
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Weather appropriate clothing
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Optional, but highly suggested: lightweight seat, cushion, or blanket (there will be rocks and a long strip of trail area to sit)
About the Trail: As we are in nature the location does not have restrooms. There is no shade and the trail is under full sun. The trail has loose rocks in some places, with some minor inclines. Knapp Land is 353 acres and is part of the Franklin Mountains.
We will be sitting down/ standing up (your choice) on the trail during the painting session.
Parking: Empty area, where the road curves (see image below)
Bilingual Walk in Time program in the Tower House Historic District
Join our rangers for a bilingual stroll through the history of Whiskeytown. Explore what life was like before the Carr fire, before the Whiskeytown Dam, before the Gold Rush and beyond.
Whiskeytown Lake is nestled among the hills and valleys of the Klamath Mountains in northern California. Expect hot weather. Bring water, sun protection, drinking water and sturdy walking shoes.
Text our rangers for information and to reserve your spot at this special event for Latino Conservation Week 2022: (530) 356-3958
Bilingual Salmon Lifecycle Hike below Whiskeytown Dam
Join our bilingual ranger and Fish & Feathers intern and explore the vital stream habitat for the salmon life cycle.
This is an easy-moderate two mile hike overlooking a creek which offers shelter for spawning salmon downstream of the Whiskeytown Dam.
Whiskeytown Lake is nestled among the hills and valleys of the Klamath Mountains in northern California. Expect hot weather. Bring water, sun protection, drinking water and sturdy hiking shoes.
Text our rangers for trailhead details, information and to reserve your spot at this special event for Latino Conservation Week 2022: (530) 356-3958
Paddleboarding on Whiskeytown Lake
Come explore the clear waters and sheltered coves of Whiskeytown Lake with our bilingual ranger!
Designed for those with little or no previous experience on a paddleboard, this ranger-led experience will introduce you to paddleboard basics and help you gain confidence as you discover a new way to experience Whiskeytown Lake.
Whiskeytown Lake is nestled among the hills and valleys of the Klamath Mountains in northern California. Expect hot weather and opportunities to take a refreshing dip in the lake. Equipment provided. Bring water, sun protection, drinking water and shoes you don't mind getting wet, or strap-on sandals.
Text our rangers for more information and to reserve your spot at this special event for Latino Conservation Week 2022: (530) 356-3958
Kayak Whiskeytown Lake
Hop on a two-person kayak with a friend and enjoy exploring the islands and quiet coves of Whiskeytown Lake on a two hour guided tour with our bilingual ranger.
Whiskeytown Lake is nestled among the hills and valleys of the Klamath Mountains in northern California. Expect hot weather and opportunities to take a refreshing dip in the lake. Equipment provided. Bring water, sun protection, drinking water and shoes you don't mind getting wet, or strap-on sandals.
Text our rangers for more information and to reserve your spot at this special event for Latino Conservation Week 2022: (530) 356-3958
Caminata Guiada En Español en Harmon Canyon Preserve / Spanish Guided Hike at Harmon Canyon Preserve
Únase al personal de Ventura Land Trust en una caminata guiada en la reserva de Harmon Canyon. Esta caminata de 90 minutos, cubrirá un circuito de 2 millas en la parte inferior de Harmon Canyon con paradas para aprender sobre los elementos naturales y culturales de la reserva. Se recomienda traer agua, protección solar y zapatos cerrados. Esta caminata es gratuita y abierta al público. RSVP:
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Join Ventura Land Trust staff on a guided hike of Harmon Canyon Preserve. This easy to moderate 90-minute hike will cover a 2-mile loop in lower Harmon Canyon with stops to learn about natural and cultural elements of the preserve. Water, sun protection, and closed-toe footwear are recommended. This hike is free and open to the public. RSVP below.
Morning Acequia Hike
Morning Acequia Hike Along the San Juan Acequia
Saturday, July 16th
8am-11am
Meet at Padre Park- 6515 Padre Dr. San Antonio, Texas 78214
Hike with us on this educational 6-mile round trip walk along Mission San Juan’s historic acequias.
Latino Outdoors will provide refreshments and snacks prior to the hike.
Free event!
Las Montañas: Latino Conservation Week Kick-Off
Join us Saturday, July 16 from 10AM-2PM to get involved in the field of conservation! Bilingual guided hikes, food, and activities galore!
Celebrate the start of Latino Conservation Week with park rangers at on Saturday, July 16 from 10AM to 2PM at the Santa Monica Mountains Interagency Visitor Center at King Gillette Ranch in Calabasas.
This FREE event is open to everyone of all ages to celebrate and highlight the Latinx community and the field of conservation.
Park rangers will guide attendees on bilingual hikes, help visitors identify common wildlife, and highlight how we can protect nature in our daily lives. Join in on festivities with hands-on workshops, crafts, and free wildlife guides! Food vendors will be available throughout the day to keep those energy levels high.
Guest speakers include Miguel Ordeñana, the biologist who helped discover LA's famous mountain lion P-22 in Griffith Park. Park staff will discuss ways we are monitoring wildlife post-wildfire and how to identify edible native plants found in the mountains.
Local organizations will highlight diverse ways folks from all skill levels can participate in conservation from their own homes and ways to attract monarchs. This event is powered by organizations including the Santa Monica Mountains Fund, the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles, National Forest Foundation and Heal the Bay.
The event and parking are free to the public. RSVP here: Las Montañas: Latino Conservation Week Kick-Off Tickets, Sat, Jul 16, 2022 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
For more information, email samo_interpretation@nps.gov or call the Santa Monica Mountains Interagency Visitor Center at 805-370-2301
