Hike and water the milkweeds
Phon D Sutton Recreation Area, Fort McDowell, AZ 85264, USAHelp water & monitor milkweed plants that are vital to monarch butterflies. Read what you'll get to do: Instructions
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Mapping and Monitoring at Lost Dutchman State Park
Lost Dutchman State Park, 6109 N Apache Trail, Apache Junction, AZ 85119, USAWork with us to map where invasive plants are intruding in our deserts. This early detection and rapid response are the key to managing and reducing the accumulation of invasive plants. Our mapping tool allows you to share locations where you find invasive plants. Identify as Friends of the Tonto volunteer for a free pass [...]
REI Chandler Community Outreach Event
REI Chandler store 870 N 54th St, Chandler, AZ 85226, United States 201 Chandler Village Dr S, United StatesJoin REI Chandler in connecting outdoor enthusiasts with local opportunities to get outside. This community event will have music, food, fun activities, and opportunity to engage REI customers with the AZT. Come on out to share stories, information, and resources about the trail and the ATA.
Unit 1 White Mountain Jr Elk Hunters Camp
Sheep Corral, Green's Peak Hunt Camp Az 260 & Forest Road 117, Greer, AZ, United StatesEducational hunt camp for youth hunters drawn and their immediate families. Mentors are available. All meals are provided. Prizes and drawing during the campfire get together. Location: White Mountains, near Sunrise, Sheep Corral in Green Peak Area Register:rmefwm18@gmail.com, (928) 242-4317
Desert 101 Hike
San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142, ArizonaLearn about the plants and animals of our Sonoran Desert on an early morning hike with Ranger Nikki. Click program title for more details. Join Ranger Nikki on a 4.5-mile easy to moderate terrain hike to learn about the adaptations and life cycles of desert plants and animals such as saguaro cacti, legume trees, [...]
Monthly Hike – Tres Rios Wetlands
Tres Rios Wetlands Estrella Village, United StatesCome join us on our new monthly hike program! These hikes are your opportunity to meet AWF staff, learn about the important conservation work being done in Arizona, and learn some new naturalist skills — all while getting outdoors. This month, we will explore the Tres Rios Wetlands and learn conservation values while practicing species identification [...]
White Mountain Audubon Society Meeting
White Mountain Nature Center 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ, United StatesHeld at White Mountain Nature Center 425 Woodland Road Pinetop-Lakeside (free and open to the public)
Plant Hike
Usery Mountain Regional Park, 3939 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZ 85207, USALearn about the fascinating plant life in our Sonoran Desert on an easy to moderate hike with Ranger Nikki. Click program title for more details. Join Ranger Nikki on this 3-mile hike to learn about desert plants, shrubs and legume trees including bursage, palo verde and creosote. The route follows NoSo, Levee and Blevins Trails. [...]
Prescott Youth Deer Camp
Pine Flat Road Prescott, United StatesCamp for youth hunters drawn for Units 17B, 19A, 19B, 20A. Deer hunting techniques, biology, game care, mentor assistance and meals provided. Location: Camp will be located in 20A on the Pine Flat Road County Rd 177
Kaibab Youth Deer Hunters Base Camp
Grand Canyon North RimKaibab deer hunters base camp with information and assistance, biology and habits, lots of activities, some food and campfire. Intermediate events: • Pursuit of more challenging species, deer, elk, stalking, remote locations, overnight, lots of field time. Intermediate — applies some already learned basic skills to adapt and meet the next level of learning, skill [...]
Discovery Station: Desert Mammals
Usery Mountain Regional Park, 3939 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZ 85207, USAStop by this drop-in session with Ranger Nikki to learn about common desert mammals such as coyotes, foxes and bobcats. Learn about desert mammals with Ranger Nikki during this informal drop-in session. See pelts and skulls and learn about adaptations that allow these animals to survive and thrive in our extreme desert environment. Stop [...]
Discovery Station: Tarantulas
McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Rd, Founatin Hills, AZ, United StatesInterested in arachnids? Spooked by spiders? Maybe you just want to learn a little more about your friendly neighborhood spider-dog. Swing by Ranger Shaun’s Tarantula Discovery Station and learn about these lovable little monsters just in time for Halloween! Located inside the Nature Center. Bathrooms and water available. NO pets allowed. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center [...]
Discovery Station: Plants of the Hassayampa River Preserve
Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89 Wickenburg, AZ 85390, ArizonaJoin Ranger Kevin for an in-depth look at a variety of plants that call the Hassayampa River Preserve home. Visitors will have the opportunity to examine samples, ask questions, and learn all kinds of interesting facts. We’ll even have a microscope on hand so you can see these plants with an amazing degree of detail. [...]
Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend Event – P28: Jacks Canyon
Happy Jack, AZ 86024, USAThe AZT VETS (Veteran Engagement / Trail Stewardship) and Coconino National Forest Service are hosting this Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend on Passage 28A of the Arizona Trail, improving the trail corridor from Jacks Canyon to Hay Meadow Tank. Most meals will be provided at no extra cost to participants. Pre-registration is required. All ages and [...]
Fly Tying Class
Arizona American Italian Club, 7509 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020, USAThe fly tying classes are designed for beginning fly tiers as well a experienced fly tiers. There will be members of the club at the class that may assist you in learning how to ties the flies. AFC will supply all the materials and equipment needed to tie the flies. The classes wl be at [...]
Mogollon Rim Outdoor Skills, Squirrel Hunting & Fishing Camp
Payson area, Sharp Creek CampgroundCamp for individuals who are new to hunting and or fishing, birdwatching, and outdoor skills. Outdoor cooked meals will be provided.
Unit 20C Youth Deer & Predator Hunt camp
Date Creek - Sunflower Flat 13565 Date Creek Rd, Congress, AZ, United StatesCamp for youth to assist with deer & predator hunting. Must have license and 20C tag to hunt deer. Outdoor activities, cooked meals will be provided. Mentoring will be available.
Casa Blanca Canyon Clean Up
This event will focus on Casa Blanca Canyon Trailhead, parking area, and the AZT connector trail. We will focus on trimming and digging out overgrowth. With cooler temperatures upon us, the trailhead is sure to be getting busy so we will make it look nice and welcoming.
Discovery Table: Sonoran Desert Artifacts
White Tanks Regional Park 20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ, United StatesCome to the Nature Center and meet Ranger Kevin from 10:30am to 12:00pm. The theme is Sonoran Desert Artifacts, so bring your curiosity and your questions! A table full of interesting objects like bones, feathers, snake sheds, cactus boots and much more will be on hand for you to touch and inspect. MEETING LOCATION: Nature [...]
Arizona Trail in a Day Work Weekend at Clear Creek
Looking for a fun way to spend this year's Arizona Trail in a Day on October 7? Why keep the fun to only one day when it could be a whole weekend of AZT awesomeness alongside other AZT enthusiasts?? We have asked ourselves the same questions and we think this event is just the ticket! Join [...]
AZT in a Day
Join us for the 6th Annual AZT in a Day: a coordinated effort to complete the entire 800-mile Arizona National Scenic Trail (AZT) in just 24 hours. This endeavor is no small feat, and we need your help to make it happen! This challenge also raises awareness to support trail construction and maintenance; youth programs [...]
Critters and Plants along the Washes Hike
Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338, ArizonaJoin Ranger Nikki for a 3.5-mile easy to moderate hike along Coldwater, Dysart and Butterfield Trails to observe plant and animal life that flourishes in this area of winding seasonal waterways. Learn about cacti, trees, shrubs, mammals, birds, reptiles and more. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, snacks and plenty of water. Restrooms [...]
Urban Wildlife Conservation Day 2023
City of Phoenix's 7th Avenue Trailhead 2801 S 7th Ave, Phoenix, United StatesUrban Wildlife Conservation Day is a national day of celebration for our urban green spaces and urban wildlife. Come join the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, City of Phoenix, Rio Reimagined, Corazon Latino, and Audubon Southwest as we gather to celebrate our third annual Urban Wildlife Conservation Day! There will be multiple family-friendly events and [...]
Interpretive walk from San Pedro House
San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United StatesInterpretive walk led by docents of the Friends of the San Pedro River. The San Pedro House, a 1930’s-era converted ranch house operating as a gift and bookstore, leads guided interpretive walks/hikes along the river and throughout the adjacent area, presents educational programs to schools and community groups, and assists the BLM in a variety [...]
Fall Bird Walks
Chiricahua National Monument 12856 East Rhyolite Creek Rd, Wilcox, United StatesChiricahua National Monument is excited to begin offering ranger-led bird walks every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month! Meet at Faraway Ranch picnic area at 9:00am, and we will leisurely make our way down the Silver Spur Meadow Trail identifying birds by sight and sound as a group. Bring your binoculars, water, and sun [...]
Arizona Trout in the Classroom
Chandler Nature Center, 4050 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ 85249, USAAs in years prior to COVID-19, an in-person Trout in the Classroom workshop for teachers and volunteers is being scheduled. The agenda will focus on: equipment maintenance tips teacher tools & resources curriculum ideas delivery of eggs planned for early November calendar/schedule for the year ahead We suggest you review the website at www.aztic.org to be prepared [...]
Tempe Town Lake Racing
Tempe Town Lake, Tempe, AZ 85281, USAArizona Volunteer Appreciation & Awards Night
Topgolf Glendale 6101 N 99th Ave, Glendale, AZ, United StatesOpen to all current volunteers & those interested in becoming a volunteer! Event Details: 3pm-5pm - Topgolf Friendly Competition with prizes! 5pm - Dinner, Door Prizes, Raffles & Silent Auction 5:45 - Fundraising & Chapter Awards Presentation $25 - Dinner Only $35 - Dinner & Topgolf Play Learn about Ducks Unlimited programs, what's upcoming [...]
Field Trip – Sunflower with Kathe Anderson
Mon, Oct 9 - Sunflower. This was alive with birds in late May, and has great potential to keep late migrants as well as attract wintering species, possibly American Robins, Western Bluebirds, Townsend’s Solitaires and Cedar Waxwings, along with typical resident species found along sycamore-lined creeks, with some open fields and nearby desert. We’ll start [...]
Monthly Speaker Series Why Water Matters w Sam Draper
Southeast Regional Library, 775 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85234, USA 6:30 pmWhy AZ Water Policy Security Matters for People and Birds." with Ms Sam Draper the Policy Manager for Southwest Audubon If there is no water there will not be birds. What can Arizona Birders expect in the future? In person at the Gilbert Library at 6:30, hang out with other birders. Or on Zoom at [...]
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