Butterfly Walk

Curious about butterflies and their fascinating lives? Join naturalist Simone Lord for a guided butterfly walk in beautiful Water Canyon! This outing is a great opportunity to slow down, observe, and learn about our local butterfly species and their habitats.

We’ll meet at the Los Alamos Nature Center at 8:45 AM and carvan to the Water Canyon trailhead. Please be on time. Weather permitting, this outing will include both on- and off-trail exploration. It’s a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonders of local pollinators and their habitats.

What to Bring:

• Water, lunch, and snacks
• Sturdy walking shoes and rain gear (it’s monsoon season!)
• Binoculars and cameras (recommended!)
• Insect net (optional)

Trail Info:
The hike will be easy overall, but includes some uneven and loose terrain. Be prepared for light off-trail walking in a natural setting.

About Simone:

Simone Lord is an ecologist with passions for wildlife conservation and restoration. Her educational background consists of studying wildlife and pollinator-plant interactions. She loves all pollinators but especially butterflies! Originally from Iowa, SImone moved to New Mexico in 2022 and loves the southwestern environment. Outside of work, she enjoys snowboarding, hiking, reading and crocheting.