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Family Workshop- Birding 101: Spot, Listen, Learn

Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040 2801 S Central Ave, United States

Discover the joy of birding in this fun, hands-on workshop for beginners! Learn the basics of identifying birds, using binoculars effectively, and honing your observation skills. Perfect for families and nature enthusiasts, this session will guide you through the essentials of birdwatching and help you connect with the feathered friends in your own backyard and [...]

Walk the Granite Reef at Salt River

Granite Reef Dam Mesa

Start off Spring with a visit to see migratory birds at the Granite Reef Dam. Along the Salt River, you may see ducks, wrens, sparrows, Bullock’s Orioles and Lucy’s Warblers. Many rare sightings like hawks, falcons and eagles may be present.

$8

Estrella Mt Park with Joe Ford and Tom Locascio

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W Vineyard Ave, Goodyear, AZ, United States

Come join us! ESTRELLA MT. PARK MARCH 8TH, 7:30 AM SATURDAY—BIRDWALK GROUP MEET AT THE NATURE CENTER: PROGRAM TO FOLLOW IN NATURE CENTER: “BIRDS—MEMORABLE SOUNDS AND COLORS”.

Free

Monthly Speaker Series-Live Birds of Prey from Liberty Wildlife

Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ, United States

Liberty Wildlife makes its annual visit on March 11, bringing a selection of birds of prey for us to meet. Liberty Wildlife is a raptor rescue, rehab, education and conservation organization located on the banks of the Salt River between 24th and 28th Streets in Phoenix (just south of I-10). For 40 years Liberty has [...]

All Vultures Eve (Wickenburg bridge)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy 60 89, Wickenberg

Watch peak vulture and raptor migration from the pedestrian bridge over the Hassayampa River in Wickenburg at this free, family-friendly event! Did you know that Wickenburg is situated along a major migration route for vultures and hawks? Witness the amazing spectacle of hundreds of migrating turkey vultures flying in to roost in the tallest trees [...]

White Tank Mt Park with Joe Ford and Tom Locascio

White Tank Mountain Regional Park, 20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ 85355, USA

Come on down! White Tank Regional Park. The Birdwalk group meets on the south porch of the Nature Center. A program will follow in the Nature Center, "Thrushes".  

Free

Birding Hike at New River Nature Reserve

New River Nature Reserve 3906 W. New River Rd., New River, United States

Come with us as we explore the streamside habitat of New River Nature Reserve. This preserve is home to a lush riparian habitat that contains many tree species unique to the desert including cottonwoods, sycamore, walnuts, and more! We'll look for the many bird species that call this place home. This hike is approximately 1 [...]

Bird Walk At San Pedro House

San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

The San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area (SPRNCA) provides habitat for over 100 species of breeding birds. The San Pedro River is also a critical avian migration corridor that provides water, food, and shelter for another 250 migratory and wintering birds. Novice and experienced bird watchers attend our bird walks to view the diverse avian [...]

Go Bird Watching on Mount Ord

Mount Ord

Mount Ord offers a scenic walk and bird watching at a high elevation. There are many species of birds from warblers to sparrows. Prepare for steep, uphill walking and a drive uphill. Submit your contact details to desertriversaudubon@gmail.com to register.

Monthly Speaker Series: Birds of Brazil

Southeast Regional Library, 775 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234, USA

Cindy Marple is an admired wildlife photographer and frequent speaker at our Monthly Speaker Series. On April 8 she will share some of the birds she encountered on a recent trip to Brazil, including the Toco Toucan. April 8 is also the date of the annual meeting for the election of officers of Desert Rivers [...]

Bird Walk at San Pedro House

San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

The SPRNCA provides habitat for over 100 species of breeding birds. The San Pedro River is also a critical migration corridor that provides water, food, and shelter for another 250 migratory and wintering birds. Novice and experienced bird watchers attend our bird walks to view the diverse avian community of the area. We usually observe [...]

Bird Walk at the Park

Black Canyon Heritage Park 33898 Old Black Canyon Hwy, Black Canyon City, AZ, United States

Prescott Audubon  is collaborating with Black Canyon Heritage Park. Join us for a delightful Bird Walk at the Park! Come see and learn about the diverse bird species that inhabit our local park. Led by experienced Prescott Audubon guides, the walk around the park, where you can expect to see and hear a variety of [...]

Walk for Birds at Lower Camp Creek

Lower Creek Camp

Watch for wintering birds on a walk along the river and canyons toward Seven Springs. Prepare for steep, uphill walks. Send your contact details to register at desertriversaudubon@gmail.com.

Celebrate the San Pedro!

San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

The Friends of the San Pedro River is hosting a special event to mark the arrival of spring, the northward bird migrations, and provide information about the natural and human history of the San Pedro River. The morning will start with a Big Morning Birding Challenge species count at several locations along the river within [...]

Bird walk at Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park

Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park AZ, United States

Bird walk at the Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations.

Event Series Verde BioBlitz 2025

Verde BioBlitz 2025

Verde River Watershed

The Verde BioBlitz is back for its fifth year! Join us in exploring the incredible biodiversity of the Verde River Watershed while contributing to real scientific research. Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or just love being outdoors, this is your chance to help document the plants, animals, birds, and insects that call this area home. [...]

Bird walk at Sierra Vista EOP

Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park AZ, United States

Bird walk at the Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations.

Take an April Walk at Higley Ponds

Higley Pond

This mid-April, join others for a bird walk at Higley Ponds. Common birds species at the ponds include shorebirds, thrashers, roadrunners, hawks and more. Enjoy a short, early morning walk.

Birds & Brew Coffee Break

Gilbert Riparian Reserve 2757 E Guadalupe Rd,, Gilbert, AZ, United States

Birds & Brew is your chance to get in on some of the best birding in the East Valley with an experienced guide, then chat about what you saw over coffee. Join us at Birds & Brew Coffee Break on Tuesday, April 22 for a guided walk at Gilbert Riparian Preserve! Then we will head [...]

Event Series Self-Guided Heritage Bird Walk

Self-Guided Heritage Bird Walk

Black Canyon Heritage Park 33898 Old Black Canyon Hwy, Black Canyon City, AZ, United States

Discover the Birds of Black Canyon Heritage Park! Pick up a birding journal at the park office, featuring some of the most notable birds you might encounter. As you explore, look for bird tags placed throughout the park—each one represents a different species. Simply scan the QR code with your smartphone to learn fascinating facts [...]

Bird Walk at San Pedro House

San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

The SPRNCA provides habitat for over 100 species of breeding birds. The San Pedro River is also a critical migration corridor that provides water, food, and shelter for another 250 migratory and wintering birds. Novice and experienced bird watchers attend our bird walks to view the diverse avian community of the area. We usually observe [...]

Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival 2025

Dead Horse Ranch State Park 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd, Cottonwood, United States

Join us in 2025 as we learn about birds in art and their creative influence. Our Keynote Speaker this year is Julie Zickefoose and our featured bird is the Anna’s hummingbird by artist Walt Anderson. You can also read up more on Walt by going to his conservation artist website and his Facebook page. Here [...]

Saturday Morning Guided Birding/ Observación de aves guiada

Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040 2801 S Central Ave, United States

Saturday Morning Guided Birding Observación de aves guiada el sábado por la mañana First and third Saturday of the month at 8:00 am, January-April and September-December. Primer y tercer sábado del mes a las 8:00 am, enero-abril y septiembre-diciembre. Join our local bird enthusiasts for a guided bird walk through the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration [...]

Saturday Morning Guided Birding/ Observación de aves guiada

Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040 2801 S Central Ave, United States

Saturday Morning Guided Birding Observación de aves guiada el sábado por la mañana First and third Saturday of the month at 8:00 am, January-April and September-December. Primer y tercer sábado del mes a las 8:00 am, enero-abril y septiembre-diciembre. Join our local bird enthusiasts for a guided bird walk through the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration [...]

Saturday Morning Guided Birding/ Observación de aves guiada

Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040 2801 S Central Ave, United States

Saturday Morning Guided Birding Observación de aves guiada el sábado por la mañana First and third Saturday of the month at 8:00 am, January-April and September-December. Primer y tercer sábado del mes a las 8:00 am, enero-abril y septiembre-diciembre. Join our local bird enthusiasts for a guided bird walk through the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration [...]

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