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.
The East Valley Astronomy Club sponsors a free public star party each month at the Riparian Preserve in Gilbert. The event is scheduled on the second Friday of each month, weather permitting. The star party begins at dusk. You are encouraged to attend and observe through member's telescopes.
The East Valley Astronomy Club sponsors a free public star party each month at the Riparian Preserve in Gilbert. The event is scheduled on the second Friday of each month, weather permitting. The star party begins at dusk. You are encouraged to attend and observe through member's telescopes.
Yavapai Trails Association has worked with Prescott National Forest to set up each 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month as a trail workday. At our work events you may enjoy routine brushing or trail building, and occasionally we’ll spend a Saturday doing something a bit more adventurous. We may hike out further or do [...]
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 [...]
Yavapai Trails Association has worked with Prescott National Forest to set up each 2nd Saturday of the month as a trail workday. Contact yavapai.trails@gmail.com to sign up Look for an email just before each scheduled workday to remind you to RSVP and announce the location. Thank you for all your volunteer hours. *If you have [...]
Participants can learn about and taste wild treats directly from nature. Gagnon has also collected various edible mushrooms, including the "blusher," which stains pink when touched, and the candy apple bolete, known for its ruby cap and citrusy taste. Her work involves both the identification and safe consumption of wild edible plants and mushrooms. Members Free Guests [...]
Lake Pleasant is creating a Monday clean-up crew. If you are available on any Monday, please join us as we pick up litter along the shoreline. What should the volunteers bring? – Water, salty snacks and fruit (oranges are best for hot weather), hat, sunscreen, closed-toed shoes/boots made for uneven surfaces, sunglasses, and work gloves. [...]
Join a ranger on a ~1 mile, mostly paved, walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. A combination of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world’s largest travertine bridge supports a wide variety of bird species that call the park home and we will be searching for. Meets between the Waterfall [...]
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 [...]
Arizona Flycasters is hosting its August meeting with its speaker, Mike Garcia. The meeting features an Arizona Veterans Fly Fishing Presentation along with Silver Doctor Night. Enjoy pizza and raffle night. Please RSVP.
Join the monthly Fly Fishing Social Event night. There is always a great speaker and raffle, with all donations going to support the Community outreach partners, from Veterans to Youth activities.
Director Steve Prager will discuss the efforts of The Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch, the 8,000 acres that are managed by the National Audubon Society. The one-hour lecture discusses the research and conservation efforts in saving the region's birds and other wildlife. Last grazed in 1968, and since dedicated to research, conservation, and public engagement, the AWRR [...]
Interested non-members and the general public are always welcome! Join us for dinner and conversation around sailing. Learn all about what our club has to offer. We schedule interesting speakers every meeting! AYC Mission Statement: The Arizona Yacht Club is the largest sailing organization in Arizona, enriching our community by promoting the sport of sailing through [...]
The San Pedro River is a haven for over 250 species of migratory and breeding birds that are either passing through or making nests for the Spring. This spot hosts weekly bird walks and watches. Bring binoculars, water and other tools to last several hours.
Open to guests and members of the Wickenburg Sportsmen club. Wickenburg Sportsmen's Club is a 501 C7 nonprofit social club where our members and their guest enjoy organized sporting events, potlucks and campfires. We promote organized sporting events with a focus on safety and sportsmanship. Events are for recreation, there are NO prizes. There is [...]
Bird walk at the San Pedro House led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations.
Welcome to Desert Fly Casters 'Trout Bums Wanted' Our monthly meetings start with some social time to visit at 6:30 and at 7;00 we call to order and enjoy a speaker on different fishing related topics. Come join the fun, be come a member and enjoy our club outings! Our Mission Education & Skills: [...]
The Museum Demonstration Lab at the Painted Desert Visitor Center is where you can see one-of-a-kind fossils from Petrified Forest National Park being prepared by trained paleontologists! Peek through the window to see fossils from the museum collection. Watch a live microscope feed on the TV as paleontologists remove rock from fossil bone. Chat with [...]
Join us every Thursday for nature-based science and art activities at the Nature Center! For elementary kids aged 6-11. Parent or Guardian must attend.
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 [...]
Take a walk on the wild side. Experience the Chandler Nature Center on a 30-minute tour and learn about Arizona’s various ecosystems, animals, and plants. Drop in every third Friday of the month.
The monthly general meeting is your chance to find out what other club members are up to, learn about upcoming club events and listen to presentations by professional and well-known amateur astronomers. Visitors are always welcome! Meetings are held via Zoom and In Person. A typical meeting begins with introductions and a brief discussion of [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Watch and interact with fossil preparators as they prepare paleontological specimens found throughout Petrified Forest National Park. Open to the public every Thursday, everyone is invited to observe this fascinating and painstaking process, ask questions, and learn more about the fossils found here. All ages are welcome. Located on the northeast side of the Painted [...]
Bikes need to be in condition and ready to ride. Helmets are required. Our rides are social, not competitive, with distances determined by the leader and depending on who shows up. If you are not yet on the mountain bike list, please send an email to Suzanne Milligan at suzanne.milligan@yahoo.com.
Join the Willow Bend Board of Directors and Staff for our annual celebration of environmental education in Flagstaff! Enjoy a fun and festive afternoon with: Kids’ activities Live music Raffle prizes Cash bar Meet our educators and learn more about what we do This event is free to attend, and we encourage you to renew [...]
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