Description
Every autumn, sandhill cranes migrate back to the areas along the Rio Grande, looking for prime landing fields like Los Poblanos Open Space. Standing four to five feet tall, these stately red-capped birds are a delight to see. Bill Pentler leads the walk. Wear layered clothing for unpredictable fall weather and bring your binoculars. The walk is a leisurely 1.5 mile stroll on flat ground, although slightly rough in places. Limited enrollment.
Bill Pentler is retired from the Open Space Division of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation. His resume also includes being a lead zookeeper and educational coordinator at Lion Country Safari in Florida, the law enforcement interpretive state park ranger at Fenton Lake in the Jemez Mountains, and a supervisor at Albuquerque’s animal shelters. He holds degrees in zoology and psychology and has led hikes for Oasis for years.