Calling all young explorers ages 7–15! Join us at Ben Avery Shooting Facility for a fun-filled day camp packed with hands-on outdoor adventures and exciting learning experiences. Kids will get to discover new skills, make friends, and explore nature in a safe and supportive environment. 🌲✨ Activities Include: Archery 🏹 Wildlife exploration 🦉 Gun safety [...]
Walk around the Fairbank Townsite, a 19th-century town near Tombstone. The walk of one to two miles includes an uphill trail and an optional trip to the cemetery. For questions, contact (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org.
Are you curious about the outdoors, wildlife, and the heritage of trapping? Whether you’re brand new or already experienced, the Arizona Trappers Association Fall Family Camp is the perfect chance for youth, families, and individuals to: 🌎 Learn about the legal & ethical management of predatory wildlife 🛠️ Gain hands-on trapping and outdoor skills 🎯 [...]
Get ready for an epic day of adventure, endurance, and navigation in the rugged beauty of the Lower Salt River drainage! The Phoenix Metro Navigation Games bring together athletes and outdoor enthusiasts for a full day of running, biking, paddling, and more across the challenging desert terrain. Choose your challenge:🚵 Adventure Races: 6-hour and 12-hour [...]
🌅 Experience the beauty of nature this November with a scenic sunset bird walk at the Gilbert Riparian Preserve! Join us as we explore the preserve, spotting waterfowl and other local birds as they settle in for the night. This relaxing and educational outing is perfect for bird enthusiasts of all levels. 📍 Meeting Location: [...]
Join Dr. Aaron Wright from Archaeology Southwest for an enlightening history lecture on Native American petroglyph art. Explore the fascinating symbols and imagery created centuries before the United States was formed and learn about the cultural, spiritual, and historical significance of these ancient works. This presentation offers a unique opportunity to connect with the voices [...]
Cancelled due to threat of rain! Join us for a full day of exploration, learning, and fun at the Sonoran Desert during our 13th annual Desert Discovery Day! This family-friendly event is packed with hands-on activities, games, and educational experiences that let you discover the plants, animals, and unique landscapes of this incredible desert ecosystem. [...]
Join us for a peaceful morning along the Upper Beeline Highway’s Sycamore Creek, where the gentle sounds of flowing water and rustling leaves set the stage for a memorable bird-watching adventure. Led by expert birder Anne Leight, this guided walk will take you through scenic stretches of sycamore and willow trees, prime habitat for a [...]
Tour the Grand Central Mill, the site of the Tombstone silver mining boom. This is a three-mile walk and exploration of the townsite. To learn more, call (520) 508-4445 or email mailto:fspr@sanpedroriver.org.
Spend a refreshing long weekend enjoying the beauty of the Salt River! Bring your fishing gear and join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for a peaceful day by the water. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just trying it out for fun, it’s the perfect way to unwind and connect with nature. After casting your line, stop [...]
This December, step into one of the region’s most vibrant birding destinations with a guided monthly bird walk through the lush riparian forest of the San Pedro River. Follow the sounds of fluttering wings and melodic calls as you search for over 100 bird species, from brilliant year-round residents to exciting seasonal visitors passing through. [...]
This December, step into one of the region’s most vibrant birding destinations with a guided monthly bird walk through the lush riparian forest of the San Pedro River. Follow the sounds of fluttering wings and melodic calls as you search for over 100 bird species, from brilliant year-round residents to exciting seasonal visitors passing through. [...]
Who are you calling a pig? Javelina, also known as Collared Peccaries, are actually not pigs, even though they are commonly confused with them. Join us and learn more about these highly sociable, widely distributed, and often seen animals here in Arizona! We will talk about their history, behavior, adaptations, and practical tips for peaceful coexistence [...]
Are you a new hunter with a general javelina tag? Bring your family and join us for an immersive, mentored hunting camp designed to teach essential hunting skills, safety, and outdoor ethics in a supportive and hands-on environment. 🌟 Camp Highlights: Mentorship from experienced hunters for beginners and first-time javelina hunters Instruction on:• Glassing and [...]
Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! This mentored turkey hunting camp is designed for youth hunters who want to learn the skills, strategies, and ethics of hunting wild turkeys in a safe and supportive environment. 🌟 Camp Highlights: Expert-led seminars covering turkey behavior, calling techniques, and hunting strategies Hands-on outdoor skills training, including tracking, [...]
The Sonoran Speaker Series is presenting "Wolves and Coyotes," a discussion about Arizona's wolves and coyotes by Arizona Game and Fish Department's Jeff Meyers and Cheyenne Towne. Ask questions to the speakers, and be prepared to learn about the endangered species.
Bird watchers can attend one of many bird walks held throughout April. The San Pedro River is home to 100 to 250 species of birds that migrate in and out during Spring. During this bird walk, expect to see 30 to 60 species in a two-to-three-hour span. If you have questions, call (520) 508-4445 or [...]
This event involves trapping and relocating burrowing owls to safer, less crowded areas where they will live in peace. Tools and guided instructions are provided to volunteers.
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.
Join this guided exploration of Sycamore Falls and the nearby Sunflower Flat Wildlife Area near Williams, Arizona. Explore how seasonal water sources support wildlife and shape northern Arizona’s high-country landscapes while visiting Sycamore Falls, a seasonal waterfall set among dramatic basalt cliffs along Sycamore Creek. Interested attendees will then drive less than 10 minutes to [...]
Join a kids' nature hike with Karli Hueston at the White Mountain Nature Center!.
On July 4th, enjoy the quiet sights and sounds of a nature walk along San Pedro River and Green Kingfisher Pond to look for birds, wildflowers and butterflies. For questions, call (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org.
Look for hummingbirds outdoors and learn more about their migratory flights. Members of the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory (SABO) track these birds along their routes and will place bands on them. Donations to SABO are encouraged. For more information, call (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org.
Go on a morning hike with the new team leader, Bob. Get a good view of the nature center and its surroundings.
Flagstaff is home to Gunnison's prairie dogs, a species native to grasslands in the Four Corners region. See prairie dogs (and maybe their pups!) in the wild and learn about these beneficial critters from Habitat Harmony. Free event held at Campbell Mesa; park at the trailhead and meet across the street at the old memorial [...]
This June, join the bird walk along Higley Ponds. These four ponds along Higley Road are renowned for bird watching.
Go on a monthly bird walk along the San Pedro River to look for up to 250 species of migratory birds. If you have questions, call (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org.
Come hang out with some new scaly and slithery friends at the Ramada — an up-close look at the reptiles and amphibians of the Colorado Plateau.
Come hang out with some new scaly and slithery friends at the Ramada — an up-close look at the reptiles and amphibians of the Colorado Plateau.
Join Michelle from the International Raptor & Falconry Center to learn about the conservation of raptor species worldwide and their place in the ecosystem. IRFC is a non-profit organization; donations are welcome.
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