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  • 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 [...]

  • 🌟Beginner-Friendly Mentored Quail Hunts – Christian Hunters of America 🌟

    Arizona 5000 W. Carefree Highway Phoenix

    Dates: Oct. 17, 2025 – Feb. 8, 2026 Looking to gain hands-on hunting experience this quail season? Join the Christian Hunters of America (CHA) for mentored group quail hunts designed specifically for beginner and novice hunters! 🌟 What to Expect: Guided quail hunts with experienced mentors Opportunities for shooting practice on clay birds before heading [...]

    FREE
  • Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art presented by ARTx @ The Arb

    Bird walk
    4001 S. woody Mountain Road, flagstaff, Az, United states

    plateau perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates  the Colorado Plateau. set  amid  the natural  beauty of the Arboretum at  flagstaff, this  exhibition  invites artists to explore  and amplify the  stories  of native plants and ecological processes  that  define  this extraordinary  region. The  exhibition centers

  • Observe and speak with a Paleontologist at work!

    Observe and speak with a Paleontologist at work!
    Petrified Forest National Park Visitor Center 1 Park Rd, Petrified Forest, AZ, United States

    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 [...]

  • 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
  • Biking in the White Mountains – Thursdays

    Biking in the White Mountains
    FR 185 and FS 283

    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.

  • Bridging Biomes

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

    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 [...]

  • Raptor Show – White Mountains

    Raptor Show – White Mountains
    White Mountain Nature Center 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ, United States

    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 [...]

  • Birds and Brew Coffee Break

    Birds and Brew Coffee Break
    Gilbert Riparian Reserve 2757 E Guadalupe Rd,, Gilbert, AZ, United States

    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 [...]

  • 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 [...]

  • Cast Like a Pro: Monthly Fly Casting Workshop

    Roadrunner Park, 3502 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032, USA 2401 E Cactus Rd, United States

    🎣 Ready to master the art of fly casting? Whether you’re brand-new to the sport or looking to fine-tune your technique, our FFI-certified instructors are here to guide you every step of the way. 👉 Bring along your own gear—a 5- or 6-weight, 9-foot fly rod with floating line and a 0X or 3X 7 [...]

  • Walk Through History: Murray Springs Clovis Site Tour

    Murray Springs Clovis Site 1700 S Moson Rd, Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

    🚶‍♂️ Step Back in Time at the Murray Springs Clovis Site! Take a short less-than-a-mile walk along the San Pedro River and discover the fascinating history of the Murray Springs Clovis Site. This is where ancient peoples once hunted prehistoric mammoths and bison, leaving behind a remarkable archaeological legacy. Learn about the site’s significance and [...]

  • Payson Flycasters club meeting

    TBD

    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 [...]

  • Boo & Bobbers – Peoria Park Rangers

    Rio Vista Park 8866 W Thunderbird Rd, Peoria

    Join us for an evening of fishing fun under the stars! In this hands-on clinic, young anglers will learn the basics of fishing at night, with a special focus on how to catch catfish. Instructors will cover bait selection, safe nighttime fishing techniques, and casting tips tailored for success after dark. Ages 5-17 only A [...]

  • 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 [...]

  • 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 [...]

  • Fall Into Fly Tying: October Workshop Series

    Attend Fly Tying Fall Workshop
    Arizona American Italian Club, 7509 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020, USA

    🍁 Kick off the fall season with a creative and hands-on fishing experience! Join us for a series of fly tying workshops every week in October, where you’ll learn to craft five different fly patterns alongside fellow fishing enthusiasts. 🎣 Whether you’re brand-new to fly fishing or a seasoned angler, our trainers will guide you [...]

  • Fall Into Fly Tying: October Workshop Series

    Attend Fly Tying Fall Workshop
    Arizona American Italian Club, 7509 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020, USA

    🍁 Kick off the fall season with a creative and hands-on fishing experience! Join us for a series of fly tying workshops every week in October, where you’ll learn to craft five different fly patterns alongside fellow fishing enthusiasts. 🎣 Whether you’re brand-new to fly fishing or a seasoned angler, our trainers will guide you [...]

  • Weekly Bird Watch at San Pedro House

    Weekly Bird Watch at San Pedro House
    San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

    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.

  • Garden Story Time

    Garden Story Time
    Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, United States

    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.

    Included in Garden Admission
  • 🖤 Meet Shade the Raven and Unlock the Mysteries of These Fascinating Birds!

    East Flagstaff Community Library 3000 N Fourth St, Flagstaff

    Celebrate the spirit of Halloween by learning more about one of its most iconic symbols — the raven! Join us for an enchanting presentation with guest speaker Dr. Emily Faun Cory, who will explore the biology, behavior, and intriguing stories of ravens through captivating photographs and anecdotes. Meet Shade the Raven in person and discover [...]

  • 📸 Wild Wonders: An Evening of Arizona Wildlife Photography

    Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion 101 Easy St, Carefree

    Step into the wild with Desert Foothills Land Trust and acclaimed wildlife photographer Bruce Taubert on Thursday, October 30th at 6:00 PM at the Carefree Desert Gardens Pavilion. From the delicate wings of desert bees to the sweeping flight of bats and the quiet power of Arizona’s black bears, Taubert has spent years capturing the [...]

    $20
  • Petroglyph Tour

    Star Party at
    Homolovi State Park

    Join a Park Ranger for a guided hike to explore Homolovi’s fascinating petroglyphs and discover the stories etched into the landscape.

  • 🏹🌟 Adventure Awaits: Ben Avery Kids Outdoor Skills Day Camp! 🌟🏹

    Ben Avery Shooting Facility 4044 W. Black Canyon Blvd Phoenix

    Calling all young explorers ages 7–15! Join us at Ben Avery Shooting Facility for a fun-filled day camp packed with hands-on outdoor adventures and exciting learning experiences. Kids will get to discover new skills, make friends, and explore nature in a safe and supportive environment. 🌲✨ Activities Include: Archery 🏹 Wildlife exploration 🦉 Gun safety [...]

    FREE
  • Wild in the City

    Biscuit Tank at Ben Avery Shooting Facility Biscuit Tank at Ben Avery Shooting Facility, Phoenix, AZ, United States

    Day camp to introduce kids 7–15 to outdoor skills classes include: archery, wildlife, gun safety, survival bracelets, animal tracks, owl pellet dissection, kayaking, horsemanship and other skills and activities *Kids receive event shirts and goody bags

  • Pintail Slough Youth Waterfowl Camp

    Pintail Slough Camp - Topock Elementary 5083 Tule Drive, Topock, United States

    Beginners duck camp, no experience preferred. Learn to identify, hunt and clean waterfowl. Learn skills to use in the duck blinds. Open to ages 12-17 accompanied by an adult. Space is limited, registration required. Fee may be required.

  • Romero Site Interpretive Hike

    Catalina State Park 11570 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, United States

    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 [...]

  • 📖🌵 Storytime & Stroll at Saguaro Hill Preserve

    38443 N School House Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 38443 N School House Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331

    Step into the desert outdoors for half an hour of captivating storytelling, then stretch your legs with a scenic walk through the nearby Saguaro Hill Preserve. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the desert while learning about the natural and cultural history of this unique landscape. Be sure to bring water, sun protection, and a [...]

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