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White Tank – Invasive Species Removal

White Tank Mountain Regional Park 8698 White Tanks Vista Ct, Waddell, AZ, United States

Sign up: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/64338717602 Learn more about the Desert Defenders: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desert-defenders/ Maricopa County Parks (AZMNA-MC Chapter Sponsor) plans to hit the ground running in 2025, with nearly 60Desert Defender Invasive Species Removal Events from January through early May at over seven parks. This important work helps improve the park's native biodiversity in two ways, by removing the [...]

Daily Guided Nature Hikes

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd, Sedona, AZ, United States

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 [...]

Talk with a Paleontologist at Petrified Forest National Park

Painted Desert Visitor Center PO Box 2217 1 Park Road, Petrified Forest National Park, United States

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 [...]

Free

Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd, Sedona, AZ, United States

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 [...]

Rattlesnakes in Arizona: Not As Bad As You May Think

Online AZ, United States

Most people fear rattlesnakes when they think of the Arizona wilderness. But all snakes, no matter how dangerous or fearsome they are, are an essential part of the ecosystem. Jeff Meyers from the Arizona Game and Fish Department discusses the need to save rattlesnakes to preserve future generations of wildlife.

$10

Estrella – Invasive Species Removal

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W Vineyard Ave, Goodyear, AZ, United States

Sign up: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/692133944019 Learn more about the Desert Defenders: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desert-defenders/ Maricopa County Parks (AZMNA-MC Chapter Sponsor) plans to hit the ground running in 2025, with nearly 60Desert Defender Invasive Species Removal Events from January through early May at over seven parks. This important work helps improve the park's native biodiversity in two ways, by removing the [...]

Fishing Series – Peoria Park Rangers

Pioneer Park 8755 N 83rd Ave, Peoria

Join us for a FREE fishing series designed for kids ages 0-17! Whether you're new to fishing or looking to hone your skills, this series is perfect for you. In this series you will discover and fish at various beautiful lake around Peoria. Gear will be provided. A valid Arizona Fishing License is required at [...]

Chandler Nature Center Tour

Chandler Nature Center, 4050 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ 85249, USA

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.

Free

East Valley Astronomy Club Monthly Meeting

Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ, United States

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! Held on the third Friday of each month, beginning at 7:00 pm. See our upcoming Speaker Schedule. Meetings are held [...]

White Tank Mt Park with Joe Ford and Tom Locascio

White Tank Mountain Regional Park, 20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ 85355, USA

Come on down! White Tank Regional Park. The Birdwalk group meets on the south porch of the Nature Center. A program will follow in the Nature Center, "Thrushes".  

Free

Recreational Area Cleanups

BLM Box Canyon trailhead Rincon Rd., Wickenburg, United States

Love the environment? Come help us keep it clean. Staging area is at the BLM Box Canyon trailhead, 1/4 mile past the 2nd river crossing on Rincon Road, unless otherwise noted. Garbage bags, pick sticks, latex gloves, buckets and reflective vests provided. Bring work gloves and water. Organizations/businesses are needed to sponsor monthly cleanups. No [...]

Free

Youth Fishing Clinic

West Wetlands Pond 1300 W. Water St, Yuma, United States

Southwest Wildlife Foundation (SWF) sponsored event for youth ages 5-15. SWF is providing all necessary equipment (poles, bait, etc.) Ramada #32 at the pond. Come out and enjoy a day of fishing on us. A valid Arizona Fishing License is required at all events. Anyone 10-17 years old can purchase a youth combo license for [...]

History Walk to Millville & Petroglyph Trail

Millville and Petroglyph Discovery Trail Huachuca City, AZ, United States

Walk this trail with FSPR docent Richard Bauer to visit Millville, location of two historic silver mills, and an adjacent Indian petroglyph site. The tour will focus on the history of mining and the mills which were active during the Tombstone silver boom. This is about a 2 mile walk on an uneven dirt and [...]

Salt River Saturday – Trout Unlimited

Blue Point Recreation Area Fort McDowell, AZ, United States

Join Trout Unlimited as we host a series of Salt River Saturdays with our Fishing Club partners, Desert Fly Casters Club (DFC), and Arizona Fly Casters Club (AFC), and of course with the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD). We begin with our first Salt River Saturday on November 16 and continue through April. We [...]

NATURE PLAY

Boyce Thompson Arboretum, 37615 E US Highway #60, Superior, AZ 85173, USA 38400 US Hwy 60, United States

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, from October to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn in a safe, engaging environment. Outdoor play isn’t just fun; it’s essential! [...]

Chandler Nature at Night

Chandler Nature Center 11400 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ, United States

Explore the Wild after the sun goes down. Join us at Veterans Oasis Park for an enchanting evening hosted by Chandler Nature Center that promises to ignite your passion for the great outdoors! Great for all ages, join us for an evening of fun activities: Nature-related crafts and activities Guided night hikes Exciting exhibitors Raffle [...]

Event Series Trap Shooting

Trap Shooting

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 [...]

Event Series Lake Pleasant Monday Clean-Up Crew

Lake Pleasant Monday Clean-Up Crew

Lake Pleasant, Arizona, USA

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. [...]

Guided Bird Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park Arizona 260, Pine, AZ, United States

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 [...]

Faith and Science Speaker Series: Rattlesnakes Fact and Fiction

Franciscan Renewal Center 5802 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale

DFLT is excited to partner with the Franciscan Renewal Center for their Faith and Science Speaker Series! Bryan Hughes of Rattlesnake Solutions will present "Rattlesnakes: Fact and Fiction." Few animals spawn mythology like rattlesnakes do. Whether you're new to Arizona, just visiting, or have lived here for years you're sure to have heard misinformation about [...]

Birding Hike at New River Nature Reserve

New River Nature Reserve 3906 W. New River Rd., New River, United States

Come with us as we explore the streamside habitat of New River Nature Reserve. This preserve is home to a lush riparian habitat that contains many tree species unique to the desert including cottonwoods, sycamore, walnuts, and more! We'll look for the many bird species that call this place home. This hike is approximately 1 [...]

White Tank – Invasive Species Removal

White Tank Mountain Regional Park 8698 White Tanks Vista Ct, Waddell, AZ, United States

Sign up: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/64338717602 Learn more about the Desert Defenders: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/about-us/desert-defenders/ Maricopa County Parks (AZMNA-MC Chapter Sponsor) plans to hit the ground running in 2025, with nearly 60Desert Defender Invasive Species Removal Events from January through early May at over seven parks. This important work helps improve the park's native biodiversity in two ways, by removing the [...]

Event Series Walk with a Naturalist – Tumamoc Hill

Walk with a Naturalist – Tumamoc Hill

Tumamoc Hill 1675 W. Anklam Rd., Tucson, AZ

Join Community Outreach Assistant at the Desert Laboratory, Robert Villa on a walk of Tumamoc Hill. Along the way he will talk about some of the plants, animals, and natural history of Tumamoc Hill, as well as do his best to answer your questions. Group size limited, please RSVP by email to tumamoc-hill@arizona.edu Caminatas en español [...]

Free

CAST for Kids at Lake Pleasant -volunteers needed

Pleasant Harbor Marina, 40202 N 87th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85383, USA

We need:  55-60 Boat Captains so every child who registers can go out on the water. We need pontoon or deck boats as well as bass boats. No inflatables! Other positions such as registration, shore helpers and more. Please reach out to us! lakepleasant@castforkids.org

Watershed Mngmt Group Living Lab Tour

WMG Living Lab & Learning Center 1137 N Dodge Blvd, Tucson, United States

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 [...]

Walk to the Spanish Settlement of Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate

Presidio Santa Cruz Trailhead N Keller Rd, United States

In the 18th century, the Spanish planned a settlement named the Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate near the San Pedro River.  The historic walk is for three miles over flat and uneven terrains.

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