Learn to hunt Arizona’s wild turkeys in this mentored turkey hunting camp. Seminars, outdoor skills, activities, camping and meals provided. Use Hunt Numbers 4058 & 4061 to apply for applicable units. Units 4A & 4B are Over the Counter opportunities Location: Colcord Ridge Campground, East of Payson, serving Units 23, 4A, 4B, 3C Hosted by: [...]
Learn to hunt wild turkeys at this mentored turkey hunting camp. Seminars, outdoor skills, activities, camping and meals provided. Both Units are Over the Counter opportunities Location: White Mountains area, near Crescent & Big Lake area Hosted by: Youth Outdoors Unlimited, NWTF, RMEF, AES Register: www.youthoutdoorsunlimited.com About the Location Just west of AZ-373 turn off to [...]
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 [...]
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.
Join one of our local bird enthusiasts for a guided bird walk through the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area! These walks are for everyone: experts, novices, and people who have never gone birding in their entire life. Bring water, and wear sunscreen and shoes for walking. Loaner binoculars and field guides are available for those [...]
Interpretive 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 [...]
We are elated to offer you a serene escape from daily life through our monthly yoga class for all levels. Skillfully guided by certified yoga instructor Deb McClarnon, this transformative session unfolds in our garden’s idyllic surroundings. You’ll move through tranquil postures, harmonizing breath and body to enhance flexibility and circulatory health. Space is limited, [...]
Learn all about this iconic desert tree: its use throughout history; harvesting, preparation and storage; food preparation and nutritional and medicinal uses; and much more. Free samples of food prepared with mesquite! Mini seminars will be presented: 9:30 - 10:00 Desert Legumes 10:15 - 10:45 Medicinal uses 11:00 - 11:30 Nutrition Event is hosted by [...]
Show Mother Earth some love and do a world of good. Discover ways to live an eco-friendly lifestyle through crafts, activities, and information booths featuring a variety of organizations promoting “green” products, conservation, and sustainability. Outdoor activities may be canceled due to inclement weather. *Be Outdoors Arizona will be there too!
Join us for a FREE community fishing event featuring first responders from Gilbert’s Fire, Police, & Park Rangers as we partner with Arizona Game & Fish for a morning of fishing fun! Learn proper casting and reeling techniques from the pros in a safe, friendly environment. Fishing poles and tackle will be available to check [...]
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 [...]
Join Chispa AZ and AZ AANHPI in elevating the movement for environmental justice at their Earth Day celebration! This event aims to foster collaboration and community spirit in a vibrant and safe space. Gather, eat, learn, and have fun honoring Madre Tierra. ATA is excited to have a booth at this event and is in need of volunteers [...]
The Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) is open to public bird watching tours on Sunday mornings year round. Group size is limited to 15 people, first come, first served. Arrive before the starting time (7:00am) to sign a waiver and secure a spot. The 2-2.5 hours walk is behind locked gates and you must [...]
The Legacy Tour will introduce visitors to the rich 100-year history of Boyce Thompson Arboretum and further appreciation of this land and its legacy. Tour participants will receive a BTA Centennial commemorative pin as a gift at the end of the tour. This tour will follow the Main Trail and is on unpaved trails in [...]
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. Location – Park at Castle Hot Springs dirt lot near the entry station. Meet with Park Assistant Doug Robertson at main building at entry. Volunteers needed - Up to [...]
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 [...]
Take a gentle 2.5 mile walk with an interpretive guide through the Sonoita Creek riparian area Birding Trail. Visitors will learn about the park's history and ecology of this unique and fragile natural area.
Invest in Our Planet! Join us for a fun Cleanup Event as we celebrate Earth Day at Papago Park Preserve in Tempe! Meet us at Papago Park, 1000 N College Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281 at 9 AM around complimentary breakfast and get out in the Preserve. Fill up your trash bucket and come build community [...]
Meet for a bird walk at Gilbert Riparian Preserve, at the west end of the parking lot at 6:00 a.m.; social time at Coffee Rush starts at 7:30 a.m..
Join Invasive Species Education Facilitators to gain a better understanding of invasive species, their impacts, and how students of all ages can make a difference. This is the opportunity to see new outdoor focused invasive species education resources that touch on multiple aspects of curriculum. You will gain fresh ideas, tips, and tools for inspiring [...]
Bird walk at the San Pedro House led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations.
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 [...]
It's that time of year again. In honor of Rowyn and his love for birds and conservation I am continuing his yearly Birdathon fundraiser to help raise funds for Tucson Audubon. Part of this event is of course getting out to bird. I will be hosting a bird outing here in GA and my 2 [...]
INTRODUCTION TO COMPETITIVE SPORTING CLAYS is an 8-week program of FUN SHOOTS for those not ready for leagues or tournaments. This is NOT for beginners, but is specifically designed for those with shotgun shooting experience and want to develop better shotgun shooting skills through weekly fun shoots. * Participants will be on 3-5 member squads. [...]
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 help remove invasive vegetation as well as transplant plants to attract our pollinators. Other work includes clearing vegetation from the Nature Walk and working on other park improvement tasks identified that day. Check in at 8:00 AM followed by short safety briefing. Work to begin by 8:30 AM. Youth age 17 or younger must be accompanied [...]
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 [...]
Enjoy the wonderfully smooth gravel road surface on a steady but mild gradual climb up to the scenic town of Cherry, between Camp Verde and Cottonwood. This is a local's secret ride, at risk of becoming a new classic. Take in the great views of the Verde Valley down below as you navigate the gradual [...]
The main priority is to define, clean up, and widen the trail from amphitheater steps to Osprey Campground. TRACKS is bringing their tool trailer and some guidance on trail maintenance 😊 They are expecting a lot of youth to help with all of the projects. Lunch will be provided afterwards. Plans are to also: Spread [...]
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 [...]
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