Desert Foothills Land Trust is excited to present our Spring 2025 Focus on the Foothills Field Course! Join DFLT staff, volunteers, and conservation field professionals for a unique, on-the-land learning opportunity. Join botanist extraordinaire Steve Jones to learn about the plants and animals that call the Sonoran Desert home, the extreme adaptations they must endure [...]
Join us as we take in the sights from the summit of Lone Mountain. This property is privately owned and protected by a conservation easement. It is not open to the public, so this is a unique opportunity to visit this beautiful preserve! This 2 mile hike is moderately difficult with several hundred feet of [...]
Join us as we explore the stunning Jewel of the Creek Preserve. This desert oasis, filled with towering cottonwood and willow trees along Cave Creek, holds one of the last remaining perennial streams in Maricopa County. The unusual year-round presence of water supports a myriad of unique plant and animal species. Our hike will take [...]
Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna. Perfect for newcomers seeking to discover the wonders of our local desert. Meet at the Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library [...]
Desert Foothills Land Trust is excited to present our Spring 2025 Focus on the Foothills Field Course! Join DFLT staff, volunteers, and conservation field professionals for a unique, on-the-land learning opportunity. From Black Mountain to Skull Mesa, the mountains surrounding our area help provide a clue to the past. Steve Jones and Kathy Pedrick will [...]
Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna. Perfect for newcomers seeking to discover the wonders of our local desert. Meet at the Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library [...]
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 [...]
Tour the Arizona Game and Fish Outdoor Expo to see wildlife exhibits, animals, fishing tanks and shooting ranges. This family-friendly event is hosted by local and statewide conservation organizations and recreation groups.
The San Pedro River is one of the last free flowing rivers in the Southwest and home to one of the largest cottonwood-willow riparian forests remaining in Arizona. On this walk we will discuss the interactions of the components that make up the ecosystem of the river and its importance to the surrounding area. The [...]
Take a walk to the ruins of the historic Grand Central Mill with FSPR docent Merle Kilpatrick. During the Tombstone silver boom, this stamp mill operated 24 hours a day, processing the ore brought in from Tombstone by wagons. Learn about the mining history of the area and take a three-mile round trip walk to [...]
Join the Arizona Wildlife Federation and the Arizona Trail Association for a special All Afield Hike in celebration of Arizona Public Lands Day! We'll be exploring the stunning Gabe Zimmerman Trail Loop, a 2.1-mile trek that's perfect for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. This popular trail is renowned for birding and hiking and will take us [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Take a walk around Fairbank with an FSPR docent. It's a good way to learn a little about the history of the area and enjoy some time outdoors. Fairbank dates to1882 when it grew up around a train depot – the closest to Tombstone. The optional walk to the cemetery is about a one-mile round [...]
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 [...]
Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna. Perfect for newcomers seeking to discover the wonders of our local desert. Meet at the Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library [...]
Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna. Perfect for newcomers seeking to discover the wonders of our local desert. Meet at the Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library [...]
Take a walk to Clanton Ranch, a historic site of outlaws, cowboys and cattle rustlers. This ranch is a small part of Western outlaw history in Arizona and the U.S. The walk is 1.5 to 2 miles of uneven gravel and dirt with a slight uphill walk near the end. Call a representative at (520) [...]
Take a scenic, two-hour walk along the San Pedro River. View many species of birds and small mammals that inhabit the river's ecosystem.
Take a bird walk along the San Pedro River, a major symbol of the American Southwest. The walk lasts for two to three hours and is best suited for bird and wildlife watching.
Look for warblers, crossbills, flycatchers and more on this birdwatching trek. Mingus Mountain is a favorite place for hiking, biking, fishing and camping within the Black Hills Mountains. For questions, contact footballmom27@gmail.com.
Discover the mysterious world of scorpions and other nocturnal desert creatures on this guided night hike. Learn how these often-feared animals play a vital role in the ecosystem and even glow in the dark! This after-hours program aims to change perceptions through education, observation, and discovery. additional info: Space is limited, and reservations for this [...]
The term “low impact hiking” means that our hikes are shorter than other hiking groups, and we try to avoid challenging hills. Our hikes are usually about 3 miles. It’s an interesting experience to lead a hike, so we are always on the lookout for volunteer leaders. If you have any questions or suggestions, please [...]
For the past several years, AZ Backcountry Hunters and Anglers has hosted a mushroom hunting event near Flagstaff on National Forest land. As long as the monsoon rains come, we will be holding this year's event on Saturday, August 9th. Although this isn't hunting in the traditional sense, it is a great way to get [...]
The term “low impact hiking” means that our hikes are shorter than other hiking groups, and we try to avoid challenging hills. Our hikes are usually about 3 miles. It’s an interesting experience to lead a hike, so we are always on the lookout for volunteer leaders. If you have any questions or suggestions, please [...]
Kick off your day with an energizing walk beginning at the Hereford Bridge trailhead, where winding trails lead you through vibrant forests and along the sparkling San Pedro River. Journey about three miles on the main path as the sun rises, filling the landscape with golden light. Lace up your shoes—the fun starts promptly at [...]
Beneath the open cottonwood-willow canopy, EXPLORE MORE trail adventures with Friends of the San Pedro River docents. Join us as we explore along the river and grassland trails within the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area and discover the secrets of the natural world. Best suited for older children and adults, this will be an [...]
The term “low impact hiking” means that our hikes are shorter than other hiking groups, and we try to avoid challenging hills. Our hikes are usually about 3 miles. It’s an interesting experience to lead a hike, so we are always on the lookout for volunteer leaders. If you have any questions or suggestions, please [...]
Bring the whole family and join Camp Cooper for a morning of hands-on fun and discovery at the mid-point of Tumamoc Hill on Saturday, August 23rd, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. This engaging outdoor event is packed with activities that spark curiosity and celebrate nature. Event Highlights: 🌱 Seed Ball Making – Create your [...]
The term “low impact hiking” means that our hikes are shorter than other hiking groups, and we try to avoid challenging hills. Our hikes are usually about 3 miles. It’s an interesting experience to lead a hike, so we are always on the lookout for volunteer leaders. If you have any questions or suggestions, please [...]
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