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Gentle Walk

Fri, Sep 22, 2023   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience: Adults    Event Type: Gentle Walks
Admission: Free.    registration icon    

A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained.

A Celebration of Nordic Skiing: The American Birkebeiner (In-Person & Live-Streamed LAM Talk)

Tue, Sep 26, 2023   7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Nature Talks & Classes
Admission: Free (please select an in-person or virtual ticket).   registration icon    

Tune in for the September Los Alamos Mountaineers meeting and hear from Ann Satsangi about her experiences celebrating The American Birkebeiner.
Hiking Deer Trap Mesa

Gentle Walk

Fri, Sep 29, 2023   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience: Adults    Event Type: Gentle Walks
Admission: Free.    registration icon    

A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained.

Bird Walk at Los Luceros

Sun, Oct 1, 2023   7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Hikes & Outings
Admission: Free.     registration icon    

Join local birders for a special early morning birding walk at the Los Luceros Historic Site!

Before the Flood Movie Screening & Discussion 

Thu, Oct 5, 2023   6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Planetarium
Admission: Free.   registration icon    

A stirring cinematic look at global environmental issues followed by a discussion facilitated by LAC Sustainability Manager, Angelica Gurule.
Hiking Deer Trap Mesa

Gentle Walk

Fri, Oct 6, 2023   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience: Adults    Event Type: Gentle Walks
Admission: Free.    registration icon    

A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained.

Night Sky in October (Astronomy Talk)

Fri, Oct 6, 2023   7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Planetarium
Admission: $8/adult, $6/child.    registration icon    dollar icon

Discover what’s coming up in October’s skies with Steve Becker in the planetarium.

Fall Day Hike to Nambe Badlands

Sat, Oct 7, 2023   8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Hikes & Outings
Admission: See description   registration icon    

Join Clarissa Yablinsky, Cecile Hemez and the Los Alamos mountaineers on a moderate hike through through the Nambe Bandlands.
Hiking Deer Trap Mesa

Gentle Walk

Fri, Oct 13, 2023   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience: Adults    Event Type: Gentle Walks
Admission: Free.    registration icon    

A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained.

Annular Eclipse Preview

Fri, Oct 13, 2023   7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Planetarium
Admission: $8/adult, $6/child.   registration icon    dollar icon

Galen Gisler will give a preview of the annular eclipse coming on October 14, 2023.
Hiking Deer Trap Mesa

Gentle Walk

Fri, Oct 20, 2023   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience: Adults    Event Type: Gentle Walks
Admission: Free.    registration icon    

A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained.

Geology and Art - Field Trip to Georgia O’Keeffe’s "White Place” & Ghost Ranch

Sat, Oct 21, 2023   8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Hikes & Outings
Admission: See description   registration icon    

Explore the geology of Plaza Blanca and tour the red hills captured in Georga O’Keeffe’s artwork.

PEECnic 2023

Sat, Oct 21, 2023   1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Special Events
Admission: Free.     

Join PEEC staff and board members for our annual member appreciation event. 
Hiking Deer Trap Mesa

Gentle Walk

Fri, Oct 27, 2023   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience: Adults    Event Type: Gentle Walks
Admission: Free.    registration icon    

A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained.

Halloween Astronomy

Fri, Oct 27, 2023   6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Planetarium
Admission: $8/adult, $6/child.    registration icon    dollar icon

Explore the connections between astronomy and the historical traditions of Halloween.

Fall Full Moon Hike

Sat, Oct 28, 2023   5:45 PM - 7:15 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Hikes & Outings
Admission: Free   registration icon    

Join PEEC for a hike under the October full moon.
Hiking Deer Trap Mesa

Gentle Walk

Fri, Nov 3, 2023   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience: Adults    Event Type: Gentle Walks
Admission: Free.    registration icon    

A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained.

Night Sky in November (Astronomy Talk)

Fri, Nov 3, 2023   7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Planetarium
Admission: $8/adult, $6/child.    registration icon    dollar icon

Steve Becker will lead a planetarium tour of the current night sky and constellations.

Wilderness First Aid 2-Day Course

Sat, Nov 4, 2023 - Sun, Nov 5, 2023   8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Audience: Adults    Event Type: Nature Talks & Classes
Admission: $225/member, $275/non-member.   registration icon    dollar icon

This two-day SOLO Wilderness First Aid course will cover the basics of how to help someone in need of first aid in the backcountry.

Shrub and Tree ID Walk

Sat, Nov 4, 2023   1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Hikes & Outings
Admission: Free   registration icon    

Take a gentle stroll and learn how to identify local trees and shrubs with Craig Martin.
Hiking Deer Trap Mesa

Gentle Walk

Fri, Nov 10, 2023   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience: Adults    Event Type: Gentle Walks
Admission: Free.    registration icon    

A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained.

Full-dome Film: One Sky Project

Fri, Nov 10, 2023   7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Planetarium
Admission: $6/adult, $4/child.    dollar icon

This full dome planetarium movie explores different perspectives of the constellation Orion from around the world.

November Bird Walk

Sat, Nov 11, 2023   7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Hikes & Outings
Admission: Free.     registration icon    

Join PEEC for a fall bird walk! If you have ever wondered what birds you see around the Pajarito Plateau, this is an excellent opportunity to find out. These walks are perfect for people who already enjoy birding and for those who are just beginning or simply curious.
Hiking Deer Trap Mesa

Gentle Walk

Fri, Nov 17, 2023   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience: Adults    Event Type: Gentle Walks
Admission: Free.    registration icon    

A gentle walk for which the emphasis is on discovery, not mileage gained.

Teen Game Night

Mon, Nov 20, 2023   4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Special Events
Admission: Free.    

Join PEEC and the Teen Center for Teen Game Night at the nature center! Featuring video games in the planetarium and tabletop games in the exhibit hall.

Small Business Saturday

Sat, Nov 25, 2023   10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Special Events
Admission: Free.    

Stop by the Los Alamos Nature Center gift shop on Small Business Saturday to shop in our gift shop! We'll have special discounts, refreshments, and an environmentally friendly wrapping station.

Night Sky in December (Astronomy Talk)

Fri, Dec 1, 2023   7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Planetarium
Admission: $8/adult, $6/child.    dollar icon

Steve Becker will lead a planetarium tour of the current night sky and constellations.

Planetarium Movie Night: Home Alone & Hot Chocolate

Sat, Dec 9, 2023   4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Audience: General Audience    Event Type: Planetarium
Admission: $7.     registration icon    dollar icon

Join us for a cozy night featuring a hot chocolate bar and screening of the beloved holiday movie, Home Alone. The hot chocolate bar will open at 4 pm and the movie will start at 4:30 pm.

We reserve the right to refuse admittance to any of our programs, events, or the nature center.

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