Nature Niños is embarking on a new journey as our own 501(c)(3) organization! Since 2019, we've thrived under the wing of the New Mexico Wildlife Federation, and now we're ready to soar independently.
We're deeply grateful for the continued community support and partnerships that have fueled our mission of connecting youth and families with nature....
The morning's moody weather did not deter the ITO's class from their first spring hike! Hand warmers kept them motivated as they rock-crawled up the granite faces and our niños sure didn't shy away from a challenge. In fact, many of them sought out the craggier path to scale.
Join us Saturday, April 27th at @santafebrewing for their annual Spring Runoff! Not only will this be a fun event, but 1/3 of the proceeds will be donated directly to Nature Niños to support our outdoor programming year-round. Don't miss out on a chance to enjoy good drinks, outdoor activities, awesome friends, & contribute to a great cause!
Another fun day learning with our niños. We spent some riverside time turning over logs to find isopods like rollie pollies and also noticed spring 🕷️🕷️ are starting to emerge!
Nature Niños 2023 Year-in-Review: A Year of Growth and New Beginnings
Let's Talk New Mexico 12/14 8am: You may think of camping, hiking, biking or skiing as leisure activities that boost your quality of life, but the infrastructure and jobs surrounding those activities are also a boon to the state's economy - from small food and lodging outfits to our largest ski areas. The outdoor economy is booming in...
Announcement! Spring semester registration for Investigating the Outdoors and Tiny Trees opens on Wednesday, December 6th at 9AM.
Nature Niños, the New Mexico Wildlife Federation's youth program, was developed in 2019 to connect New Mexico's youth to their public lands through education, exploration, and stewardship. The Outdoor Equity Fund (OEF) has allowed us all to reach more youth and encourage a shift away from technology towards outdoor confidence.
On May 31st Olivia Martinez, the Nature Ninos Charter School & NASP Coordinator, was presented with an award for Nature Nino's Outstanding Partnership with Robert F. Kennedy Middle School!
