Events
Introduction to the Rio Bosque Wetlands Park
November 9, 2019
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10716 Socorro Rd, El Paso, TX 79927
- Event Days:
- Saturday
- Venue:
- Riverside Canal Bridge
- Website:
- http://www.celebmtns.org/events/2019/introduction-to-the-rio-bosque-wetlands-park
- Contact Name:
- John Sproul
- Contact Phone Number:
- 915-747-8663
Take a 2-hour walk back in time on this 2-miles walking tour of the park. You will learn about the historic environmental conditions in the Rio Grande valley, restoration and recovery of damaged ecosystems, the plant and animal communities of the park, and the multi-pronged approach to getting water to the park. Bring water, sunscreen, insect repellent and binoculars. Meet at Riverside Canal bridge. From 1‑10 take Americas Avenue/Loop 375 south to Pan American, turn left and travel 1.5 miles to the bridge. For more information, contact John Sproul, 915-7478663 or jsproul@utep.edu.