Gilbert Community Bird Walk
Desert Rivers Audubon community bird walk at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, 2757 E Guadalupe Rd, Gilbert. Free; no reservation needed.
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Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch 2757 E Guadalupe Rd, Gilbert, AZ, United States
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Crested Saguaro – Educational Hike
Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N 136th St, Scottsdale, United StatesA difficult 8-mile hike for experienced hikers to see a crested saguaro, led by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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A Meditation Walk
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA half-mile mindful walk on the Jane Rau Trail with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Scenic Rock Formations Ride
Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, United StatesA moderate-pace group ride of about 12 miles for beginner to intermediate riders, led by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Bubbling Ponds / Page Springs with Bob McCormick
Bubbling Ponds Preserve 1970 N Page Springs Rd, CornvilleSonoran Audubon birding outing to the Bubbling Ponds / Page Springs Fish Hatchery area led by Bob McCormick. Carpool departs from I-17 & Bell Rd at 7:30am. Limited to 12 participants.
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Glendale Recharge Ponds with Kathe Coot
Glendale Recharge Ponds New River Trail E, GlendaleSonoran Audubon bird outing at the Glendale Recharge Ponds led by Kathe Coot. Limited to 7 participants. Register by emailing Kathe.coot@cox.net.
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All Afield Hike with AWF at Ramsey Canyon
Ramsey Canyon Preserve Sierra Vista, AZNestled in the Huachuca Mountains, Ramsey Canyon Preserve is one of North America's premier birding destinations, where a cool, spring-fed riparian forest supports an extraordinary diversity of wildlife, including hummingbirds, elegant trogons, butterflies, and other species found few other places in the United States. The shady trail winds through Arizona's unique Sky Island ecosystem, offering [...]
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Trailside Bike Repair Basics
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA hands-on McDowell Sonoran Conservancy class on basic trailside bike maintenance: a pre-ride checklist, the tools to carry, and step-by-step chain and tire repair for tubed and tubeless setups. Free; space is limited, so save your spot with the RSVP on the event page.
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Lecture: Master Planned Developments in Scottsdale
Mustang Library 10101 N 90th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesMcDowell Sonoran Conservancy lecture with Don Hadder on master planned developments in Scottsdale, at the Mustang Library. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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More Pie Please – Thanksgiving Hike
Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th Street, Scottsdale, United StatesA moderate 2.5-mile Thanksgiving morning hike (about 1.5 hours) with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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White Tank Mountain Regional Park with Tom Locascio
White Tanks Regional Park 20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ, United StatesSonoran Audubon bird outing at White Tank Mountain Regional Park led by Tom Locascio. Questions: locascio2000@hotmail.com.
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Sonoran Desert Discovery – Educational Walk
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, United StatesA guided walk giving an overview of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve's geology and ecology, led by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Mentored Predator Hunts in November
5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United StatesMultiple Small Group Mentored Predator Hunts are available throughout the year for new or beginning hunters. Schedule a date, time and location that works for you. Topics include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, your group will learn the ins [...]
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Mentored Quail Hunts in November
5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United StatesMultiple Small Group Mentored Quail / Upland Bird Hunts throughout the Sesaon (Oct. 16 - Feb. 7, 2027) for new or beginning hunters. Schedule a date, time and location that works for you. Topics include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the [...]
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Mentored Rabbit Hunts in November
5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United StatesMultiple Small Group Mentored Rabbit (cottontail & jackrabbit) Hunts throughout the year for new or beginning hunters. Date, time and location by arrangement. Offerings include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, we will walk you through all the ins and [...]
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Mentored Dove Hunt
5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United StatesDon't miss out! Join the wait list for this event. Multiple Small Group Mentored Late Season Dove Hunts Nov. 20 - Jan. 3, 2027 for beginning hunters. Date, time and location by arrangement. Offerings include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the [...]
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Bootlegger, Coyote Canyon, Renegade Trails Hike
Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N 136th St, Scottsdale, United StatesA difficult 6.8-mile hike (about 3.5 hours, 255 ft gain) through the more remote parts of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, best for experienced hikers. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Foothills Speaker Series: Backyard Astronomy
The Holland Center 34250 N 60th Rd, ScottsdaleExplore the science of astronomy and how you can get started stargazing at home with Kevin LeGore of Focus Astronomy. He will explore practical tips for getting started with astronomy at home, from choosing gear to knowing when and where to look. Afterwards, join their team to explore the night sky with professional-grade telescopes. Whether [...]
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Telescope Workshop: Operating Your Telescope
Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) 18401 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesPhoenix Astronomical Society workshop on setting up and operating your telescope, held at PVCC. End time is approximate.
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True Grit – Educational Walk
Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, United StatesA one-mile walk on how women lived and worked in the McDowell Mountains, with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Lifecycle of the Saguaro – Educational Hike
Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N 136th St, Scottsdale, United StatesA moderate 4-mile hike following a saguaro's growth from seed to skeleton, led by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Herb Walk at Mission Garden
Mission Gardens 946 W Mission Ln, Tucson,, AZ, United StatesA volunteer herbalist leads a guided walk through the Michael Moore Medicinal Garden at Mission Garden. Learn about the medicinal value of the plants, their traditional uses, and the knowledge surrounding them. Advance registration is required; see the Mission Garden event page for the sign-up link and price.
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Sonoran Desert Discovery – Educational Walk
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA guided walk giving a geological and ecological overview of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve's plants and animals and how they survive. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Fire in the Desert – Educational Hike
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA moderate 2.2-mile hike on why destructive desert fires are increasing and how Conservancy research helps limit them. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Bird Walk at Mission Garden
Mission Gardens 946 W Mission Ln, Tucson,, AZ, United StatesA resident bird expert leads a walk through Mission Garden to observe the birds that live in or visit the garden. Take your time, explore the grounds, and learn about local birds. Everyone is welcome, whether you are an experienced birder or just curious. Bring binoculars and comfortable walking shoes. Meet at the front entrance. [...]
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Secrets of the Preserve – Educational Walk
Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, United StatesA walk into the McDowell Sonoran Preserve's plants, animals, and recent and ancient history. Bring your own water. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Cibola Youth Waterfowl Camp
Cibola National Wildlife Refuge - Visitor Center 66600 Cibola Lake Rd CibolThis mentored waterfowl hunt is for hunters between the ages of 11 and 17. This camp provides mentors, shooting instruction, waterfowl identification, calling, using blinds, field dressing, game processing and more. There will be centralized remote camping and some meals will be provided. Registration Opens: October 2, 2026 at 10:30am CDT Note: THIS EVENT REQUIRES [...]
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The World of Arthropods – Educational Walk
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, United StatesAn easy two-hour walk on the diversity of arthropods and their role in desert ecology. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Granite Mountain Loop, Balanced Rock, Black Hill Hike
Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N 136th St, Scottsdale, United StatesA difficult 6.5-mile loop past a scenic overlook and Balanced Rock, with a chance to see early spring flowers near the end. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Ride to the Crested Saguaros
Pima Dynamite Trailhead 28777 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, United StatesAn easier-paced, no-drop group ride to see crested saguaros, for advanced beginner to intermediate riders with good cardio and bike handling. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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