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Event Series Trap Shooting

Wednesday 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 Daily Guided Nature Hikes

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 [...]

Explore the Del Rio Pond & Verde Village Riparian Preserve

Del Rio Pond E. Del Rio Dr

Take a scenic walk at the Del Rio Pond & Verde Village Riparian Preserve. Visitors will see many ducks and birds along the mile-long trail. Meet at the duck pond on E. Del Rio Dr off of Hwy 260. The tour guide is Heather. Email xheatheringx@gmail.com if you have questions. 

Guided Hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill

Desert Foothills Library 38443 N School House Rd, Cave Creek, United States

Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna. Perfect for newcomers seeking to discover the wonders of our local desert. Meet at the Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library [...]

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 [...]

Event Series Daily Guided Nature Hikes

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 [...]

Guided Hike at Jewel of the Creek Preserve

Jewel of the Creek Preserve, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, USA

Join us as we explore the stunning Jewel of the Creek Preserve. This desert oasis, filled with towering cottonwood and willow trees along Cave Creek, holds one of the last remaining perennial streams in Maricopa County. The unusual year-round presence of water supports a myriad of unique plant and animal species. Our hike will take [...]

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 [...]

Units 36A, 36B & 36C Junior Deer Camp – AZSCI

Buenos Aires Com Tower Deer Camp BA NWR Road 227 and Arivaca Sasabee Road, Arivaca, AZ, United States

Mentors on hand to help youth tag holders draw for these 3 Units. Be sure to sight-in and practice shooting your rifle. Javelina companion tag available from AZGFD. Large group campsite, tents to 5th wheel. Food and drinks provided. • Location: Buenos Aires NWR, Group Campsite, Arivaca • Hosted by: Arizona Chapter of Safari Club [...]

Junior Deer Camp

Buenos Aires Com Tower Deer Camp BA NWR Road 227 and Arivaca Sasabee Road, Arivaca, AZ, United States

Location: Unit 36A, 36B & 36C-near Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge Click here for a map/pictures of location. Dates: November 21-24, 2024 36A - Hunt# 1172 36B - Hunt# 1173 36C - Hunt# 1174 The Junior Deer camp is an annual event our chapter puts on to help get youth excited about hunting and the outdoors. [...]

Event Series Daily Guided Nature Hikes

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 [...]

Cabinet of Curiosities Porcupine Quills – N. Phoenix

Shared upon Registration

Porcupine Quills - N. Phoenix- Cost $27/Child Join us as we learn all about porcupine quills. This class is for children ages 7-14 yrs old (younger siblings are welcome to tag along and older siblings are more than welcome to participate too). This class will be about 2 hrs long.

Yuma Youth Small Game Camp – YVRGC

Palomas Plains Palomas Harquahala Road and County 15th Street N, Yuma County

Youth ages 8-16 wanting to learn to hunt small game, quail, and rabbits with experienced mentors. Outdoor activities are available at base camp. Meals are provided Friday evening through Sunday morning. • Location: Dateland area, near Palomas-Harquahala / Gas Line Road • Hosted by: Yuma Valley Rod & Gun Club • Information: Kelly Young, kyoung@azgfd.gov, 928-341-4063

White Tank Mt Park with Joe Ford

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

Join us at White Tank Mountain Regional Park! Meet up for the birdwalk on the South Porch of the Nature Center. Another great program will be held after the walk where we'll learn all about ratites!

Free

Recreational Area Cleanup

Vulture Mine Rd

Come help us keep the desert clean and safe. Event is free unless we say otherwise. You can join us every month (except December)! Garbage bags, pick sticks, latex gloves, buckets and reflective vests provided. Bring work gloves and water. ​Staging area is at the BLM Box Canyon trailhead, 1/4 mile past the 2nd river [...]

Free

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 [...]

Event Series Daily Guided Nature Hikes

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
Event Series Biking in the White Mountains

Biking in the White Mountains-Saturdays

Fire Escape East Lane

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.

Take a Spiritual Walk at Buddhist Stupa Big Sit

Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park 2650 Pueblo Dr, Sedona

Experience prayer and meditation while taking a short walk at the Buddhist Stupa Big Sit. At the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park, meet at the Buddhist Stupa parking lot (take Andante North and left on Pueblo, right to parking lot) from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Rich Armstrong is our tour guide. For more information, [...]

Mental Health Nature Journaling – N. Phoenix – Free

Barrier Free Nature Trail/Bullfrog Pond North Tatum Boulevard and East Shea Boulevard, Phoenix, United States

Join us for mental health nature journaling club. This class is for teens 16+ years old and adults and lead by Kathy Balman of Educating Kids Outdoors Mental Health Nature Journal Club will meet once a month on Saturdays for one hour. Though we encourage people to stick around and go on a hike or [...]

Family Workshop: Invasive Species Showdown

Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040 2801 S Central Ave, United States

Join us for an engaging family workshop on invasive species, covering plants, animals, bacteria, and more. Through fun hands-on activities and games, discover how these species disrupt ecosystems and harm the environment. Learn practical steps to help prevent their spread and see how our community is working together to address this important issue. Program Details: [...]

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 [...]

Event Series NATURE PLAY

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! [...]

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