Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees [...]
plateau perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates the Colorado Plateau. set amid the natural beauty of the Arboretum at flagstaff, this exhibition invites artists to explore and amplify the stories of native plants and ecological processes that define this extraordinary region. The exhibition centers
Watch expert trainiers work with beautiful raptors such as a Red Tail Hawk, Turkey Vulture, Eurasian Eagle Owl, and Aplomado Falcon. Events are held indoors most days, and outside in our patio when the weather permits. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early. Doors are closed and locked at 3PM. Tickets are available online on [...]
WMG’s Living Lab is our demonstration site of hydro-local living and watershed resilience, as well as our office space. The campus is supported by rainwater for all indoor and outdoor needs almost year-round, and includes extensive rain gardens, a native food forest, a 10,000 gallon underground cistern, art exhibits about Tucson’s history of flowing creeks [...]
Adults, children and families are encouraged to take an easy, scenic walk through the Rio Salado area. After the walk, enjoy outdoor games and arts and crafts activities. Email riosalado@audubon.org or call 602-468-6470 for more information.
Get up close and personal with Bob the Gopher Snake and Elvis the King Snake. Learn fun facts about these fascinating reptiles along with proper handling. Drop in the first Wednesday and Friday of the month to Meet the Snakes.
Join the National Trappers Association Western Expo for hands-on demos, expert-led seminars, and networking with skilled trappers. Explore wildlife management techniques, gear vendors, and conservation discussions while enjoying competitions, food, and community among professionals and outdoor enthusiasts. To register, contact Jim, 928-642-2614, arizonatrappers@gmail.com.
This June, join the bird walk along Higley Ponds. These four ponds along Higley Road are renowned for bird watching.
Children and families will learn about insects and view them up close at different stations. We will head down to the pond and try to catch insects, and plant seeds for a butterfly plant and do more family-friendly activities.
Look for Gunnison's prairie dogs, a species native to Flagstaff that are seen in the grasslands. Visitors should be cautious of these animals and keep pets on leashes.
A day full of great information at this all-day clinic on hunting and locating elk in early and late seasons by Dan Adler, Diamond Outfitters. Topics include: effectively calling, meat care, cape preparation, optics and more. Great for first-time and seasoned hunters. LEARN TO HUNT SERIES Subjects include: Early and Late season bull and cow [...]
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