This urban park bird walk is geared for adults, but children are welcome. No dogs please. This pond is frequented by egrets, herons, cormorants and a wide variety of ducks. Cute coots and maybe a grebe or two could be present. A variety of songbirds are likely to be heard and seen. Red tail and [...]
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 nonprofit Arizona Sailing Foundation is the only school in Arizona teaching kids to sail. This class is intended for children 8 to 12 years old with no prior sailing experience. Kids Introduction to Sailing builds the skills and confidence needed to successfully rig, launch, sail, and put away an Optimist “Opti” sailboat. Students will [...]
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.
Fishing Utah's Green River - Scott Barrus is the owner/operator of Spinner Fall Guide Service on Utah’s Green River. Scott became sole owner in 2010 and has built his company with a focus on teaching and an emphasis on dry fly fishing. When he’s not rowing the river, you can find Scott hiking, camping, snowboarding, [...]
Join us for a presenation with Scott Barrus, owner/operator of Spinner Fall Guide Service in Utah's Green Valley River. His focus is on teaching and dry fly fishing.
Meet at the Palo Verde Ramada. We'll be mapping invasives and their spread. Tell attendant at entrance station you are with Friends of the Tonto for the Removal Event for free entrance
Bird walk at the San Pedro House led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations.
Our volunteer work day schedule this season continues to address IFNM needs and fencing issues related to wildlife connectivity through the Avra Valley, Altar Valley, Tucson Mountains and Tortolitas to the Catalinas. We began the fencing work several years ago in support of the Avra Valley Wildlife Connectivity Working Group. On Desert Fence Busters fence [...]
Come check out and discuss progress on native trout recovery, awards, legislation affecting trout and streams, status of hatcheries and fishing opportunities. Lunch is free!
Free event, open to the public (weather permitting). Starts outside the Visitor Center, then walks the Peninsula Trail (paved), and the Delta Trail (unpaved). Be prepared to talk about 1.5 miles outdoors. Remember to wear sturdy shoes, dress in layers, and bring water. Directions: From Lake Havasu City: Travel approximately 17 miles south on Hwy [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
Join us for our monthly exploration of the world of birds, birding, and ornithology. Orioles are some of North America’s most beautiful birds, sure to bring joy to all who set eyes on them. This month we take a look at the identification and natural history of these dazzling birds.
Join Ranger Nikki on a hike to look for flowering plant life and a variety of pollinators, including butterflies.
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 [...]
Stop by an information table where Ranger Jacque will teach you how to use your phone to identify and document your nature findings to help the scientific community.
Discovery Station: Connect with Nature Through Your Phone Drop by Ranger Shaun’s City Naturalist app Workshop to find out about some of the best apps on the market for identifying the plants and animals you see in the parks!
Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions (combined) v2 – updated to include separate startlines for multihulls, dinghies and PHRF. Tall Cactus 2024 Race Chart Fun, long-distance race around Lake Pleasant on Saturday, April 13.
Let's join up and help our desert! Join the removal of invasive grasses !
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 [...]
Yavapai Trails Association has worked with Prescott National Forest to set up each 2nd Saturday of the month as a trail workday. Contact yavapai.trails@gmail.com to sign up Look for an email just before each scheduled workday to remind you to RSVP and announce the location. Thank you for all your volunteer hours. *If you have [...]
This two day weekend event will include an overnight camp, two days of hiking uphill in the late spring and tons of fun! Join us for all or part of the weekend to brush Passage 16, fix some drains and enjoy spring in the desert. .
About the Event For Women only, one day beginner pistol shooting. Class on safety, nomenclature, and shooting with many different guns and calibers. All equipment will be provided if needed. Student may bring a pistol from home.
For Women only, one day beginner pistol shooting. Classroom on safety, nomenclature, and shooting with many different guns and calibers. All equipment will be provided if needed. Student may bring a pistol from home.
WHERE: PRESCOTT NATIONAL FOREST, BUCKHORN TRAIL #130 Please check PTR Facebook posts on Saturday morning to ensure nothing has caused the cancellation of the workday! DIRECTIONS TO STAGING LOCATION: Southeast from Prescott on 69, ~9 miles past Fain Rd and the Maverick gas station, 1.1 miles PAST Poland Jct Rd, ½ mile PAST MP275, turn [...]
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 [...]
Check-in at 9:30am & group Mountain and Road rides will start at 10am. There will be multiple groups to accommodate ability levels and distances: MTB routes: 1) Hiline loop, 2) Slim Shady - Easy Breezy loop, 3) Rabbit Ears - Little Rock loop, 4) Bell Rock - Big Park Loop and TBD, based on interest [...]
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 [...]
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