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 [...]
Just in time for the holiday season, Mike Masek of The Forager’s Path returns to lead our much-loved Winter Holiday Herb Workshop—a cozy, hands-on experience perfect for gifting (or keeping!) something truly special. In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to craft two versatile herbal remedies that are as beautiful as they are beneficial: 🍯 [...]
This June, join the bird walk along Higley Ponds. These four ponds along Higley Road are renowned for bird watching.
Join a ranger for a leisurely, one-mile (mostly paved) walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. Explore the unique mix of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world’s largest travertine bridge, home to a remarkable variety of bird species we’ll be on the lookout for. Note: this is an event scheduled [...]
Join Arizona State Park Volunteer Lisa for a scenic, guided one-hour hike through the Sonoran Desert, where you’ll explore the plants and animals that call this remarkable landscape home. Covering approximately one mile on an easy out-and-back trail, this walk offers a relaxed pace with gentle elevation changes and a bit of loose terrain—perfect for [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
Join us for our monthly birding and social event at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch. Desert Rivers launched the Birds & Brew Coffee Break to help you make new friends while learning about our wide variety of birds. First we visit Gilbert Riparian Preserve about an hour after sunrise. We meet at the entrance to [...]
The class is 2 hours long. During the 2 hours you will learn the following 1. Range Safety 2. Eye Dominance 3. Basic Archery Form-Coaches will adjust form for improvement. 4. Types of Target Archery Equipment 5. Basic Scoring You will learn on either a Genesis constrant draw compound bow or an Recurve Barebow. [...]
Step into a world of mystery, adventure, and history as you explore the remains of an 18th-century Spanish settlement tucked away in the stunning San Pedro River Valley. This once-hopeful outpost faced big dreams, tough challenges, and a fate that still sparks curiosity today. Follow the scenic three-mile trail and imagine what life was like [...]
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 [...]
Come visit us! We learn from guest presenters various facets of Fly Fishing and Conservation. Past presenters have included the AZ Fish & Game Commissioner, Hatchery Managers, and Fly fishing entrepreneurs. We also plan and report on fishing trips that we take individually and as an organization. Additionally each Tuesday we meet at Tiny’s for [...]
Discover Nature Play at the Children’s Garden! Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every Saturday, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn using nature-based activities.
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 [...]
Step away from the screens and into the sunshine at Nature Play in the Children’s Garden! Families are invited to slow down, get curious, and immerse themselves in the simple joys of the great outdoors. From hands-on exploration to imaginative play, this experience encourages kids (and grown-ups!) to connect with nature, spark creativity, and make [...]
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 [...]
Join local guides for a tour of the Romero site and walk through 1000-years of indigenous Hohokam history in 90-minutes! Learn about the area’s ranching history and how the Hohokam made a living in the desert. Note: This trail has stairs and crosses a seasonal stream; be prepared to walk in ankle-deep water. No restrooms [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Join us for nature-themed stories, songs, puppets and sensory activities! Kids of all ages are welcome, but is geared toward 2-7 year olds. Garden Story Time will be held rain or shine, hot or cold – location is based on conditions. Check on arrival at the Gardens. Included in Gardens admission.
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 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 [...]
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 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.
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.
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 [...]
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