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  • Enjoy the Bird & Brew Coffee Break

    ASU main campus

    Visit the ASU Ornithology Collection at the ASU Main campus with your friends from Birds & Brew Coffee Break! Mark your calendar for July 22 to learn about birds … in air conditioning! But act immediately, because this event requires registration and space is limited.   The ASU Ornithology Collection contains approximately 2,000 specimens representing [...]

  • Bug Night-Jewel of the Creek

    Bug Night-Jewel of the Creek
    Jewel of the Creek Preserve Cave Creek, AZ, United States

    It's Bug Night at Jewel of the Creek Preserve! We're exploring the desert after dark, with a special focus on our smaller insect friends. Search for moths, scorpions, tarantulas, and other nighttime wildlife as we discover a whole new side to the desert. Registration is required, link the comments! Jewel of the Creek Preserve is [...]

  • Lake Powell Beginner Fishing Clinic

    Lake Powell 100 Lakeshore Drive, Page, United States

    Join us for a fun and educational Beginner Fishing Clinic at the beautiful Lake Powell, hosted in partnership by the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) and the National Park Service (NPS)! Perfect for young anglers and first-timers, this free, hands-on clinic will cover the basics of fishing—from casting and baiting hooks to fish identification [...]

  • Nature Walk

    Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area 1500 Fools Hollow Rd, Show Low, United States

    Join a U.S. Forest Service ranger for a short, easy walk along the lakeshore at Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area! Learn about the park and spot birds and wildlife along the way. Meet at East Side Boat Ramp. Hiking boots recommended. Note:  for more information, (928) 537-3680 or (928) 368-2110.  

    Free

  • Wildflower Walk

    The Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mountain Road, Flagstaff, United States

    Join our knowledgeable Arboretum Staff for a morning walk through the gardens!  Limited to 15 Participants. Registration required Ticket includes park admission Members $10 Non-members $12.00

  • Wildflower Walk

    The Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mountain Road, Flagstaff, United States

    Take a refreshing morning stroll through the gardens with our friendly Arboretum staff! Discover blooming paths, hidden gems, and the simple joy of being outdoors. Come reconnect with nature, one step at a time.

  • Hunting Skills Camp

    Hunting Skills Camp – AMDO
    Tonto Mountain Tank, N. of Skull Valley, W. of Iron Springs, Prescott NF Forest Service Road 102 and Contreras Road Skull Valley, Tonto Mountain Tank Camp

    3 days of covering basic fundamentals of hunting topics include: hunter ethics, glassing, tracking, field dressing, GPS, map reading, camping, meat processing, wild game cooking, shotgun shooting, rifleshooting skills, and general ins and outs of hunting in AZ. *Limited to 35 people.

    FREE

  • Habitat Project | Apache Maid Fence Project

    Apache Maid PFHC+87 happy jack, Apache Maid

    Fence Project July 25-27th Apache Maid which is near Stoneman Lake in unit 6A we'll be building a logworm fence. Come join us for the weekend! Arizona Elk Society does amazing work in the forest whether it be building a fence, fixing a water catchment, clearing trees or reworking the land. Our goal is to [...]

    FREE

  • Guided Night Life Hike

    Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd, Sedona, AZ, United States

    Discover the mysterious world of scorpions and other nocturnal desert creatures on this guided night hike. Learn how these often-feared animals play a vital role in the ecosystem and even glow in the dark! This after-hours program aims to change perceptions through education, observation, and discovery. additional info: Space is limited, and reservations for this [...]

  • 22nd annual High Country Hummingbird Festival

    Sipe White Mountain Wildlife Area

    The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is hosting its 22nd annual High Country Hummingbird Festival on Saturday, July 26, at the Sipe White Mountain Wildlife Area near Springerville/Eagar. The free, family-friendly festival runs from 8 a.m. until noon. The event will feature: More hummingbird feeders, which means more photo opportunities. Plant displays that attract [...]

  • Stand Up Paddleboard Class

    Biscuit Tank at Ben Avery Shooting Facility Biscuit Tank at Ben Avery Shooting Facility, Phoenix, AZ, United States

    Are you ready to SUP? This is a hands-on Stand-Up-Paddleboard class in Phoenix. There will be a "classroom" session followed by putting theory into practice--actually using a SUP on the water. This course is designed to equip paddlers with basic skills to get from point A to point B successfully, to understand the legal responsibilities [...]

    $15

  • Payson Flycasters club meeting

    TBD

    Come visit us! We learn from guest presenters various facets of Fly Fishing and Conservation. Past presenters have included the AZ Fish & Game Commissioner, Hatchery Managers, and Fly fishing entrepreneurs. We also plan and report on fishing trips that we take individually and as an organization. Additionally each Tuesday we meet at Tiny’s for [...]

  • Raptor Education

    The Arboretum at Flagstaff 4001 S. Woody Mountain Road, Flagstaff, United States

    Join Michelle from the International Raptor & Falconry Center to learn about the Conservation of raptor species worldwide and their place in the ecosystem. Free with admission.

  • Name That Species

    Rogers Lake - Flagstaff, AZ

    Explore the beauty of Rogers Lake County Natural Area, just outside Flagstaff, with the Arizona Wildlife Federation! This special place features a variety of habitats: wetlands, grasslands, Ponderosa pine, and Gambel oak. This mosaic supports a rich diversity of wildlife and native plants. While Rogers Lake, which is an ephemeral lake, often dries in late [...]

  • Concert at Lyman Lake

    Concert at the Lake
    Lyman Lake State Park P.O. Box 1428 St., St. Johns, AZ, United States

    Come to the park to get your groove on! During May to August, we’ll be having a band play down on the beach. Bring your camping chair and enjoy live music next to the campfires.  

  • Wildlife Fence Line Survey

    14380 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85739 14380 N Oracle Rd, Tuscon, Ariz, United States

    Let’s take a nice monsoon morning walk near Catalina State Park! Join Kate and Jessica in surveying the condition of the wildlife funnel fence along Oracle Rd near the wildlife crossings. Requires walking 1-4 miles on flat terrain—high-visibility safety gear required and provided. We will look for and record any breaks or damage to the [...]

  • Habitat Project | Apache Maid Fence Project – AES

    Apache Maid PFHC+87 happy jack, Apache Maid

    Fence Project August 1-3 Apache Maid which is near Stoneman Lake in unit 6A we'll be building a logworm fence. Come join us for the weekend! Arizona Elk Society does amazing work in the forest whether it be building a fence, fixing a water catchment, clearing trees or reworking the land. Our goal is to [...]

    FREE

  • Predator Hunting Boot Camp, George Knox – Ray Evridge Memorial – PVCI

    Vincent Ranch, Woods Canyon Lake area Hart Canyon Loop and Wallace Road Payson, Vincent Ranch, Woods Canyon Lake area

    Adult focused, for beginners to learn about predator calling, hunting, history of predator and furbearers and other outdoor skill activities. Great centralized campsite, food provided, open tent and truck camping. • Contact: Gail Bosgieter, cbgb1072@cox.net,  

    FREE

  • Birds on the Patio

    Oracle State Park

    Join us for the first Birds on the Patio event at Oracle State Park! Stop by the patio at the historic Kannally Ranch House to chat with a knowledgeable volunteer about using the Merlin Bird ID App, recent bird sightings, park information, and pick up a free bird ID pamphlet. Enjoy watching dozens of bird [...]

  • River Nature Walk

    San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

    Join our Friends of  the San Pedro River docents as they guide you along the San Pedro River, one of the last free flowing rivers in the Southwest and home to one of the largest cottonwood-willow riparian forests remaining in Arizona. On this walk we will discuss the interactions of the living and non-living components [...]

  • Science Saturday: Rocks Rock!

    Willow Bend Environmental Education Center 703 E Sawmill Rd., Flagstaff, AZ, United States

    Unearth the secrets of how rocks shape the world around us! Explore rock samples, piece together the story of geologic history, + more with hands-on experiences and activities for all ages. No registration required—just come ready to explore and have fun!

  • The Coronado Expedition

    Sierra Vista Public Library, 2600 E. Tacoma Street, Sierra Vista, AZ

    Please join us for a talk by Dr. Deni Seymour, the premiere archaeologist of the protohistoric era in the southern portion of the Southwest. Her recent fieldwork has resulted in the identification of Coronado expedition campsites, battlefields, and a villa near Nogales, dating from 1539 - 1542. The knowledge gained provides new insight into the [...]

  • Tuesday Trekkers-Low Impact Hike

    Pinetop McDonalds 6 White Mountain Road, Pinetop, AZ, United States

    The term “low impact hiking” means that our hikes are shorter than other hiking groups, and we try to avoid challenging hills.  Our hikes are usually about 3 miles. It’s an interesting experience to lead a hike, so we are always on the lookout for volunteer leaders.  If you have any questions or suggestions, please [...]

  • Public Star Party

    Public Star Party
    Gilbert Riparian Observatory 2757 E. Guadalupe Rd, Gilbert, United States

    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.

  • Foraging | Mushroom Hunt

    Flagstaff Area 191 N Thorpe Rd flagstaff,

    For the past several years, AZ Backcountry Hunters and Anglers has hosted a mushroom hunting event near Flagstaff on National Forest land. As long as the monsoon rains come, we will be holding this year's event on Saturday, August 9th. Although this isn't hunting in the traditional sense, it is a great way to get [...]

    FREE

  • Foraging for Mushrooms & Edible Plants – Rick Gagnon

    White Mountain Nature Center 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ, United States

     Participants can learn about and taste wild treats directly from nature. Gagnon has also collected various edible mushrooms, including the "blusher," which stains pink when touched, and the candy apple bolete, known for its ruby cap and citrusy taste. Her work involves both the identification and safe consumption of wild edible plants and mushrooms.  Members Free Guests [...]

  • Tuesday Trekkers-Low Impact Hike

    Pinetop McDonalds 6 White Mountain Road, Pinetop, AZ, United States

    The term “low impact hiking” means that our hikes are shorter than other hiking groups, and we try to avoid challenging hills.  Our hikes are usually about 3 miles. It’s an interesting experience to lead a hike, so we are always on the lookout for volunteer leaders.  If you have any questions or suggestions, please [...]

  • Attend August Meeting for Arizona Flycasters Club

    Arizona American Italian Club, 7509 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020, USA

    Arizona Flycasters is hosting its August meeting with its speaker, Mike Garcia. The meeting features an Arizona Veterans Fly Fishing Presentation along with Silver Doctor Night. Enjoy pizza and raffle night. Please RSVP.

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