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  • Celebrate the San Pedro!

    San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

    The Friends of the San Pedro River spring festival explores the cultural and natural history of the Upper San Pedro River Valley. It will feature great activities for adults and kids, a series of talks, and informational displays. The event this year will emphasize cultural history -you will be able to throw an atlatl, make [...]

  • 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 [...]

  • Attend Nature Walk and Activities at Rio Salado

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

    Adults, children and families are encouraged to take an easy, scenic walk through the Rio Salado area. After the walk, enjoy outdoor games and arts and crafts activities. Email riosalado@audubon.org or call 602-468-6470 for more information.

  • History Walk to Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate

    Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate Trailhead,

    Join a walking tour of the Spanish Presidio of Santa Cruz de Terrenate. This fort was operational during the late 1770s, the centerpiece for a planned Spanish occupation of the San Pedro River Valley that failed. This is a three-mile round trip walk over trails, uneven ground, and rocky slopes. The return is gradually uphill. [...]

  • Homeschool Fishing Day – Program

    Yavapai Lakes/Urban Forest 8800 E. Lakeshore Drive, Prescott Valley, United States

    9:30 – 9:45 AM | Check-In + Safety Brief Sign-in + group assignments Quick license check for 10+ fishing. Fish Stickers Issued. Safety overview: EAP, FA Kit & Safety Personnel Identified Casting awareness Hook safety Buddy system 9:45 – 11:00 AM | Mentored Fishing Session Quick demo (5 min max): casting + baiting Active fishing with [...]

  • Volunteer to Help Displaced Burrowing Owls

    Wild At Heart Raptor Center 31840 N 45th St, Cave Creek

    This event involves trapping and relocating burrowing owls to safer, less crowded areas where they will live in peace. Tools and guided instructions are provided to volunteers.

  • Romero Site Interpretive Hike

    Catalina State Park 11570 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, United States

    Join local guides for a tour of the Romero site and walk through 1000-years of indigenous Hohokam history in 90-minutes! Learn about the area’s ranching history and how the Hohokam made a living in the desert. Note:  This trail has stairs and crosses a seasonal stream; be prepared to walk in ankle-deep water. No restrooms [...]

  • Maricopa Bird Alliance Monthly Meeting

    Papago Buttes Church of the Brethren 2450 N 64th Street, Scottsdale, United States

    Meetings are in-person and by zoom. For security, links are posted here close to the meeting date. Meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of each month, September through May. Although there is no charge to attend our general membership meetings, the Annual Banquet in May does require a dinner reservation and associated cost. 6:00PM Pre-meeting dinner at [...]

  • Meet the Snakes

    Chandler Nature Center, 4050 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ 85249, USA

    Get up close and personal with Bob the Gopher Snake and Elvis the King Snake. Learn fun facts about these fascinating reptiles along with proper handling. Drop in the first Wednesday and Friday of the month to Meet the Snakes.

    Free
  • 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.

  • Trail Work Days

    Trail Work Days
    TBD

    Yavapai Trails Association has worked with Prescott National Forest to set up each 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month as a trail workday. At our work events you may enjoy routine brushing or trail building, and occasionally we’ll spend a Saturday doing something a bit more adventurous. We may hike out further or do [...]

  • Volunteer for Habitat Restoration at Rio Salado

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

    Volunteer to improve habitat restoration this weekend. Remove invasive plants, maintain the trail, collect seeds, install plants and pick up trash.

  • Upcoming Trail Workdays

    TBD

    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 [...]

  • Arizona Flycasters Monthly Meeting

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

    Join the monthly Fly Fishing Social Event night. There is always a great speaker and raffle, with all donations going to support the Community outreach partners, from Veterans to Youth activities.

  • Arizona Yacht Club Monthly Meeting

    ​2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy Suite 1100 Tempe, AZ 85281​

    Interested non-members and the general public are always welcome! Join us for dinner and conversation around sailing. Learn all about what our club has to offer. We schedule interesting speakers every meeting! AYC Mission Statement: The Arizona Yacht Club is the largest sailing organization in Arizona, enriching our community by promoting the sport of sailing through [...]

  • Desert FlyCasters Club

    Chandler Elks Lodge #2429 B.P.O.E. 1775 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ, United States

    Welcome to Desert Fly Casters 'Trout Bums Wanted' Our monthly meetings start with some social time to visit at 6:30 and at 7;00 we call to order and enjoy a speaker on different fishing related topics. Come join the fun, be come a member and enjoy our club outings!   Our Mission Education & Skills: [...]

  • Panel & Social | Riparian Restoration and Wildlife Corridors – Arizona Wildlife Federation

    Tombstone Brewing Company 107 E Toughnut Street, Tombstone

    Are you interested in riparian restoration and wildlife corridors? Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to discuss the Upper San Pedro watershed. Join the Arizona Wildlife Federation for a Panel Discussion and Happy Hour with experts on nature-based solutions (NBS) that support natural water resources. We invite you to join us for our Conservation Cantina: Panel [...]

    Free
  • Chandler Nature Center Tour

    Chandler Nature Center, 4050 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ 85249, USA

    Take a walk on the wild side. Experience the Chandler Nature Center on a 30-minute tour and learn about Arizona’s various ecosystems, animals, and plants. Drop in every third Friday of the month.

    Free
  • East Valley Astronomy Club Meeting

    East Valley Astronomy Club Meeting
    Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ, United States

    The monthly general meeting is your chance to find out what other club members are up to, learn about upcoming club events and listen to presentations by professional and well-known amateur astronomers. Visitors are always welcome! Meetings are held via Zoom and In Person. A typical meeting begins with introductions and a brief discussion of [...]

  • Outdoor Mindset Local Meetup

    Outdoor Mindset Local Meetup
    Miller Canyon Hereford

    What: Join us for our inaugural meetup in this area! This is a gentle 2.8-mile out-and-back hike with lots of shaded areas that takes about 1-1.5 hours round trip. If the group wants, we can continue on from there onto the Upper Miller Trail up to the Palmerlee ruins, or we can turn around and [...]

    Free
  • Sycamore Falls & Sunflower Flat Wildlife Area Guided Hike

    Date Creek - Sunflower Flat 13565 Date Creek Rd. Congress,

    Join this guided exploration of Sycamore Falls and the nearby Sunflower Flat Wildlife Area near Williams, Arizona. Explore how seasonal water sources support wildlife and shape northern Arizona’s high-country landscapes while visiting Sycamore Falls, a seasonal waterfall set among dramatic basalt cliffs along Sycamore Creek. Interested attendees will then drive less than 10 minutes to [...]

    Free
  • Join Meeting for The Rio Nature Network

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

    Join the quarterly meeting to discuss the networking partners and organizations that are connected at The Rio Nature Network. Work with others in many communities to protect biodiversity.

  • National Trails Day-Coronado NF-Santa Rita Foothills-Bike Ride

    Apache Springs Passage 5 a, United States

    Please join the ATA on June 6 on Passage 5 near Sonoita for National Trails Day. We will do a group mountain bike ride on the newly-completed Santa Rita Foothills Singletrack and enjoy the Trail.

  • National Trails Day-Coronado NF-Santa Rita Foothills-Hike

    Arizona Trail Passage 5 31.79277,-110.74700, AZ, United States

    Please join the ATA on June 6 on Passage 5 near Sonoita for National Trails Day. We will do a hike on the newly-completed Santa Rita Foothills Singletrack and enjoy the Trail.

  • 2026 National Trails Day-Tonto NF-Highline Hike

    Passage 26-Highline

    Please join the ATA on June 6 on Passage 26 (Highline) near Pine, AZ for National Trails Day. This is a family-friendly hike along the Highline/AZT, and everyone is invited to That Brewery after the hike to enjoy food and drinks.

  • Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend: Operation High Ground

    Kaibab National Forest, Arizona, USA

    Operation High Ground (AZT VETS Program – Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend) North Kaibab, AZ | Operation Freedom March (OFM) Event Closing out the spring/summer season, Operation High Ground brings the VETS Program to the North Kaibab Plateau for a Veteran Volunteer Work Weekend focused on rehabilitation and restoration projects within the Dragon Bravo Fire burn scar. From June 11–14, 2026, this final Operation Freedom [...]

  • National Trappers Association Western Expo – Arizona Trappers Association

    5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United States

    Join the National Trappers Association Western Expo for hands-on demos, expert-led seminars, and networking with skilled trappers. Explore wildlife management techniques, gear vendors, and conservation discussions while enjoying competitions, food, and community among professionals and outdoor enthusiasts. To register, contact Jim, 928-642-2614, arizonatrappers@gmail.com.

  • Butterfly Metamorphosis 5C

    Passage 11c-Pusch Ridge Wilderness Bypass

    Please join the ATA June 13 on Passage 11C near Tucson for a trail work event. This project is rated moderate. Our project will focus on brushing and treadwork. 

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