Multiple Small Group Mentored Predator 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 outs of safe, [...]
Multiple Small Group Mentored Rabbit (cottontail and 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 [...]
Join us to learn about Arizona's bats and the role they play in the desert ecosystem. Arizona is home to 29 different bat species, and this talk covers their biology, behavior, and habitats, along with how they help control insect populations and pollinate native plants. Whether you're already interested in bats or come in with [...]
Join Arizona author Roger Naylor for a fun evening exploring Arizona's backroads, quirky small towns, and best burger joints. A Conservancy Women event hosted by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy.
Are you up for a challenge? Come on out either solo or with your team and compete in the games! Adventure Race 6/12-hour run/bike/paddle Navigation by foot and optionally by mountain bike and packraft Teams of 1 to 4 Individuals (Solos allowed) Inflatable and portable watercraft only Rograine 3/6/13-hour rograine Navigation on foot Solos and [...]
Join the Sonoran Speaker Series for an evening exploring the hidden world of black bears in Arizona. Presented by Jeff Meyers of the Arizona Game and Fish Department, this free lecture dives into black bear behavior, habitat, and the surprisingly complex lives they lead across our state. Learn how these animals are adapting alongside growing [...]
Do you want to learn more about falconry? Come to this day long camp and learn about raptor biology & ecology, state regulations, equipment requirements, raptor health and husbandry, and attend hunts with master falconers. For participants ages 11 and up Contact: email arizonafalconers@gmail.com Important: Registration is required for each person in the party attending the [...]
Are you a kid between the ages of 7 & 15? This skills day camp is for you! 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. Information: www.arizonaelksociety.org, 623-444-4147 Important: Registration is required for each person in [...]
Join us for Desert Discovery Day on November 14, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at beautiful Jewel of the Creek Preserve in Cave Creek. This free family festival features hands-on activities, close encounters with native wildlife, and interactive exhibits celebrating the wonders of the Sonoran Desert. Hosted by Desert Foothills Land Trust, the [...]
A lecture on the future of Scottsdale's water supply and sustainability planning, part of the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy's lecture series.
Get signed up for Multiple Small Group Mentored Rabbit (cottontail & jackrabbit) Hunts throughout the year for new or beginning hunters. Date, time and location by arrangement. Topics offered include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, you will be walked [...]
Are you a youth with a tag for Units 36A, 36B or 36C? This camp offers offers a large group campsite providing for dry camping for tents and camp trailers. There are 38 campsites and are first come first serve. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided on Friday and Saturday as well as breakfast on [...]
Calling hunters between the ages of 8 and 16! Come to this camp and 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. Information: Kelly Young, kyoung@azgfd.gov, 928-341-4063 About the Location: GPS 33.0284, -113.4805 Important: Registration is required for each [...]
Nestled 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 [...]
Multiple 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 [...]
Multiple 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 [...]
Multiple 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 [...]
Explore 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 [...]
This 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 [...]
The 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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Multiple 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 [...]
Multiple 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 [...]
Multiple 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 [...]
Multiple 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 [...]
Come 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 [...]
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 field, we will walk you through all the ins and [...]
Join 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 [...]
The East Valley Astronomy Club sponsors a free public star party each month at the Riparian Preserve in Gilbert. The event is scheduled on the second Friday of each month, weather permitting. The star party begins at dusk. You are encouraged to attend and observe through member's telescopes.
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