Granite Mountain Loop, Balanced Rock, Black Hill Hike
A 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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Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N 136th St, Scottsdale, United States
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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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History Walk at Fairbank
Fairbank Historic Townsite 2293 N Old Fairbank Rd, Huachuca City, AZ, United StatesTour the ghost town of Fairbank with the Friends of the San Pedro River. Fairbank dates to 1882, when it grew up around a train depot, the closest to Tombstone. An optional walk to the cemetery ends the tour; that trail is short but has an uphill section with poor footing and loose rock. The [...]
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Desert Discovery Ride
Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, United StatesA no-drop group ride (about 3 hours) with several rest stops and some moderate climbs, for advanced beginner to intermediate riders; no high technical skill needed. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Sonoran Sundays: Sonoran Soaring: Desert Birds of Prey
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, United StatesMcDowell Sonoran Conservancy's Sonoran Sundays series at the Gateway Trailhead: Sonoran Soaring: Desert Birds of Prey, presented by Wild at Heart. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Tom’s Thumb, East End, Regional Park Hike
Tom's THumb Trailhead 23015 N. 128th Street, Scottsdale, United StatesA very difficult 9.3-mile hike (about 5 hours, 1,500+ ft elevation change) climbing to Tom's Thumb and East End, then returning through McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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All Afield Hike with AWF at Gilbert Riparian Preserve
Gilbert Riparian PreserveThe Gilbert Riparian Preserve is one of the Valley's most important urban wildlife habitats. This guided walk with park rangers from the preserve explores wetlands, birds, and the critical role riparian areas play in desert ecosystems. Part of the Arizona Wildlife Federation's monthly All Afield Hikes series. Registration was not yet open as of this [...]
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Call of the Wild – Educational Walk
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, United StatesA walk on how desert wildlife communicates through sight, sound, scent, movement and vibration. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Hidden Desert – Educational Walk
Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, United StatesA search for signs of nocturnal desert animals, such as middens, burrows and holes, along the Camino Campana. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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San Pedro River Nature Walk
San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United StatesA guided nature walk with the Friends of the San Pedro River through shaded cottonwood-willow groves, with stops along the San Pedro River and Green Kingfisher Pond. Look for butterflies, signs of wildlife and birdsong. The walk covers 1.5 to 2 miles on easy terrain and is suitable for most adults and children. Free; no [...]
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Cathedral Rock, Amphitheater, Cholla Mountain Hike
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA difficult 7.5-mile hike (about 3.5 hours, 280 ft gain) past several of the Preserve's iconic granite formations, best for experienced hikers. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Mistletoe and Holly – Educational Hike
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesAn easy, roughly 3-mile hike on the connections between desert plants, animals and the holidays. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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San Pedro River Bird Walk
San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United StatesA two-to-three-hour bird walk with the Friends of the San Pedro River in the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area, home to over 100 breeding bird species and a migration corridor for another 250 migratory and wintering birds. Walkers usually see 30-60 species. Bring water, a hat and binoculars. All are welcome, but the walk [...]
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Christmas Day Hike
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, United StatesA moderate 4.5-mile holiday hike on the Gateway Loop (about 2.5 hours, 700 ft gain) with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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History Walk at Murray Springs
Murray Springs Clovis Site 1700 S Moson Rd, Sierra Vista, AZ, United StatesJoin Friends of the San Pedro River docents for a tour of the Murray Springs mammoth kill site. Discovered by Dr. C. Vance Haynes of the University of Arizona in 1966, it held fossils of mammoth killed by the prehistoric Clovis people, plus projectile points and a bone tool believed to have been used to [...]
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Nature’s Medicine Cabinet – Educational Walk
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA look at how plants have been used for wellbeing, including medicinal plants found in the Preserve. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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North American Orienteering Championships 2026
Enjoy the fresh air, get some exercise, and test your navigation skills at this weeklong competition in Southeast Arizona. This event serves as the International Orienteering Federation (IOF) North American Orienteering Championships (NAOC), North American Junior Orienteering Championships (NAJOC), and North American Youth Orienteering Championships (NAYOC). There are three Event Venues, spread roughly 100 miles [...]
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Hawknest, Basalt Ridge, Cone Mountain, Latigo Hike
Pima Dynamite Trailhead 28777 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, United StatesA very difficult 9.7-mile hike (about 4.5 hours, 322 ft gain) with views and granite formations, for experienced hikers. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Sonoran Desert Discovery – Educational Walk
Tom's THumb Trailhead 23015 N. 128th Street, Scottsdale, United StatesA guided walk giving a geological and ecological overview of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve's plants and animals. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Mentored Quail Hunts in December
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. Date, time and location by arrangement. 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 [...]
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Mentored Predator Hunts in December
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 Rabbit Hunts in December
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 Hunts in December
5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United StatesMultiple Small Group Mentored Late Season Dove Hunts Nov. 20 - Jan. 3, 2027, 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 [...]
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Pintail Slough Youth Waterfowl Camp
Pintail Slough Camp - Topock Elementary 5083 Tule Drive, Topock, United StatesCome on out to this beginners duck camp where no experience is 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. Information and Registration contact: AZGFD Kingman, 928-692-7700 Important: Registration is required [...]
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Bird Walk at Tom’s Thumb Trailhead
Tom's THumb Trailhead 23015 N. 128th Street, Scottsdale, United StatesAn easy two-hour walk with birding experts to spot year-round residents and possibly migrating birds. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Mentored Dove Hunts: Jan. 1-3
5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United StatesMultiple 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 field, we will walk you through all the ins and [...]
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Foothills Speaker Series: Hummingbirds 101
The Holland Center 34250 N 60th Rd, ScottsdaleJoin us to learn about Arizona's hummingbirds and the role they play in the desert ecosystem with Hilary Morejon of the International Hummingbird Society.. This talk covers their biology, behavior, and adaptations, along with how people can support them from home. Whether you keep a feeder in your yard or just enjoy watching them fly [...]
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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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Sonoran Speaker Series: Starry Desert Nights
Valley of the Sun J 12701 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesGet ready to explore the night sky! Kevin Legore of Focus Astronomy will explore what 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 you're new to stargazing or already know your [...]
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