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 [...]
Keep the Kachina Wetlands clean and beautiful by joining this weed pulling activity. Weeding helps to keep the grass clean, fresh and attractive to all visitors and bird lovers.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 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 [...]
Join us after dark on a night-time adventure with our Education Staff! Discover the amazing world of nocturnal life in the Sonoran Desert on this family friendly ‘crawl’. Learn about Sonoran Desert ecology while taking a closer look at the local critters. Plus, get the knowledge you need to be prepared for your own night-time [...]
Learn about the various species of venomous reptiles that live on Tumamoc Hill with Desert Laboratory Community Outreach Assistant and President of the Tucson Herpetological Society Robert A. Villa. Located at the Boathouse at the base of Tumamoc Hill. Free and open to all.
The Kachina Wetlands is hosting a bird walk for July. Learn about different species of birds' behaviors and ecosystems. Bring binoculars and water for a two-mile walk. For questions, email Harry Jones at hjones@birdpop.org.
Join us for an erosion control rock-work day! We will be building erosion control structures and planting native plants. This is a great opportunity to get a hands-on restoration experience and learn more about how wildlife crossings help local wildlife. No prior experience necessary just bring your energy and leave with new skills and a [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
This June, join the bird walk along Higley Ponds. These four ponds along Higley Road are renowned for bird watching.
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 [...]
Visit the ASU Ornithology Collection at the ASU Main campus with your friends from Birds & Brew Coffee Break! Mark your calendar for July 22 to learn about birds … in air conditioning! But act immediately, because this event requires registration and space is limited. The ASU Ornithology Collection contains approximately 2,000 specimens representing [...]
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.
It's Bug Night at Jewel of the Creek Preserve! We're exploring the desert after dark, with a special focus on our smaller insect friends. Search for moths, scorpions, tarantulas, and other nighttime wildlife as we discover a whole new side to the desert. Registration is required, link the comments! Jewel of the Creek Preserve is [...]
Join us for a fun and educational Beginner Fishing Clinic at the beautiful Lake Powell, hosted in partnership by the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) and the National Park Service (NPS)! Perfect for young anglers and first-timers, this free, hands-on clinic will cover the basics of fishing—from casting and baiting hooks to fish identification [...]
Join a U.S. Forest Service ranger for a short, easy walk along the lakeshore at Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area! Learn about the park and spot birds and wildlife along the way. Meet at East Side Boat Ramp. Hiking boots recommended. Note: for more information, (928) 537-3680 or (928) 368-2110.
Join our knowledgeable Arboretum Staff for a morning walk through the gardens! Limited to 15 Participants. Registration required Ticket includes park admission Members $10 Non-members $12.00
Take a refreshing morning stroll through the gardens with our friendly Arboretum staff! Discover blooming paths, hidden gems, and the simple joy of being outdoors. Come reconnect with nature, one step at a time.
3 days of covering basic fundamentals of hunting topics include: hunter ethics, glassing, tracking, field dressing, GPS, map reading, camping, meat processing, wild game cooking, shotgun shooting, rifleshooting skills, and general ins and outs of hunting in AZ. *Limited to 35 people.
Fence Project July 25-27th Apache Maid which is near Stoneman Lake in unit 6A we'll be building a logworm fence. Come join us for the weekend! Arizona Elk Society does amazing work in the forest whether it be building a fence, fixing a water catchment, clearing trees or reworking the land. Our goal is to [...]
Discover the mysterious world of scorpions and other nocturnal desert creatures on this guided night hike. Learn how these often-feared animals play a vital role in the ecosystem and even glow in the dark! This after-hours program aims to change perceptions through education, observation, and discovery. additional info: Space is limited, and reservations for this [...]
Enjoy a walk on East Hereford Road over the San Pedro River. Starting at the Hereford Bridge Trailhead, enjoy the scenery of the riparian forest, the river and the dozens of bird species. The walk starts at 6:45 a.m. and continues for three miles on a trip that lasts from 2 to 3 hours.
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