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Pennsylvania 13 July 2021

Gettysburg History Hike: 3 Days in 90 Minutes

Hike from the Visitor Center to Cemetery Ridge where fighting raged on July 2 & 3, 1863. Get an overview of the battle, visit the site of Pickett's Charge, and walk in the footsteps of the men who struggled there. Meet at Ranger Site 1 - behind the museum & Visitor Center

Pennsylvania 13 July 2021

Bridge the Gap: Pond Paddle at Pocono Environmental Education Center

Join PEEC for a paddle around our ponds! Beginners are welcome - they teach you everything you need to know! Dress appropriately - you may get wet. Call in advance to reserve a boat.

Florida 13 July 2021

Looking Through The Lens: A Guided Photo Walk

Join Ocean Advisory Council Member Shley Suarez and local photographer Daniella Mia as they take you on a guided walk through Matheson Hammocks Park. Learn about local flora, fauna, and how to capture the beauty of nature through photography. This event is open to all ages. Disposable cameras will be provided, for free, for all registered participants. We invite you to use your phone or bring your own camera if you'd like as well. 
 
 
Daniella Mia is a Dominican-American professional photographer, currently living and working in Miami, FL. Her personal work concentrates heavily on conceptual themes explored through composition, color, and juxtaposition.
 
 
Reserve your spot herehttps://forms.gle/2AZLT7sUcijq52eP8 
 
For further information or questions contact Shley Suarez, asuarezburgos@gmail.com 
 
Meet at Matheson Hammocks Park parking lot closest to the beach.
Massachusetts 12 July 2021

¡Buscarlo Afuera!

July 23rd @ 9AM-12PM (EST) 

Ven a unos de los lugares más hermosos de Lowell y conéctate con la naturaleza. Trae a tu familia y amigos para aprender como identificar animales y plantas. ¡Toma tus binoculares y explora!

*Come to one of Lowell's most beautiful places and connect with nature. Bring your family and friends to learn how to identify animals & plants. Take a pair of binoculars & explore!

 

Ubicacion: Al final de Varnum Terrace, Lowell, MA

*Location: At the end of  Varnum Terrace, Lowell, MA

 

RSVP at: lowelllandtrust.org

Texas 12 July 2021

Farm Volunteer Day

Join us for Latino Conservation Week 2021! 
 
Farm Volunteer Day
Saturday, July 24th from 8-11AM
 
Volunteers are needed at local farm "Growing with Sara." Get your hands dirty pulling out weeds, planting seeds, and harvesting crops!
Necesitamos voluntarios en la granja local Growing with Sara. Ensúciate las manos arrancando hierbas, plantando semillas, y cosechando.
 
Location: 10257 Socorro Rd. Socorro TX 79927
Make sure to bring your own gloves, water, and sun protection.
Texas 12 July 2021

Lichen Hike at Hueco Tanks State Park

Join us for Latino Conservation Week 2021!
 
Lichen Hike at Hueco Tanks State Park
$7 / person 13+
Friday, July 23rd from 8-10AM
 
Learn all about lichen from fungal biologist Cat Cort. View the "splatters" of lichen on the boulders of Hueco Tanks! Limit to 10 people, MUST RSVP to State Park.
Aprende sobre los líquenes con bióloga de hongos Cat Cort. Mira las "salpicadas" de liquen en las rocas de Hueco Tanks. Limitado a 10 personas. Registro necesario.
 
RSVP to Hueco Tanks at 915-857-1135
Make sure to bring plenty of water, sturdy shoes, and sun protection.
Texas 12 July 2021

Bilingual Rio Bosque Sunset Caminata

Join us for Latino Conservation Week 2021! 
 
Bilingual Sunset Caminata at Rio Bosque
Thursday July 22nd from 6:30-8PM
 
Learn about the wildlife that is found in a desert wetland while enjoying a beautiful sunset. But don't forget the bug spray!
¡Aprende sobre la vida silvestre que se encuentra en un humedal del desierto mientras disfrutas de un hermoso atardecer! Pero no te olvides del insecticida.
 
Make sure to bring plenty of water, sturdy shoes, sun and sun protection.
Location: Wetland Trailhead- Rio Bosque Wetlands Park
Texas 12 July 2021

Geology Hike at Knapp Land

Join us for Latino Conservation Week 2021! 
 
Geology Hike at Knapp Land
Sunday, July 18th from 8-10 AM
 
Explore Knapp Land in Northeast El Paso with UTEP geology professor Dr. Rip Langford!
¡Explora Knapp Land en el noreste de El Paso con Dr. Rip Langford, profesor de geología de la UTEP!
 
Make sure to bring plenty of water, sturdy shoes, and sun protection.
Meet at corner of 8540 Mountain View Dr. El Paso TX 79904
Pennsylvania 12 July 2021

Free Fishing Day

Hook your first fish today! Join us for our free Family Fishing Day and let our volunteers and staff help you get a start on fishing. Limited rods and bait will be available or bring your own! No License needed.

Massachusetts 12 July 2021

¡A Orillas del Rio Connecticut! A Wildlife Festival at the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge

¡Celebre la Semana Latina de la Conservación 2021 con el Refugio de Vida Silvestre National Silvio O. Conte! ¡Juegos, premios, y actividades para todas las edades, más una exhibición en vivo de Aves de Rapiña con Tom Ricardi de 10AM-12PM! ¡Estacionamiento y Entrada Gratis!

Celebrate Latino Conservation Week 2021 with the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge! Games, prizes, and activities for people of all ages, plus Live Birds of Prey with Tom Ricardi from 10AM-12PM! Open and free to the public!
 


 


 

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Latino Conservation Week is a collection of events from variety of organizations. Hispanic Access Foundation is only directly responsible for events in which it is listed as a sponsor. 

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