Join Meeting for The Rio Nature Network
2026-06-05 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Phoenix) | 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
2026-06-06 07:30 - 14:00 | 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
2026-06-06 07:30 - 14:00 | 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.

JAKES Day (Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics & Sportsmanship) - National Wild Turkey Federation
2026-06-06 08:00 - 14:00 | Parker Canyon Lake, Southern AZ
Dive into water safety and kayaking, introductory fly fishing, and learning how to clean and fry catfish. Lunch will be provided to participants and families. Water will be available at each station. This is for 45 children between the ages of 10-17. Please bring your own hat, chair, and sunscreen. Parking is $8.00 for the US Forest Service, cash or credit card. Pre-registration is required, and deadline is 22 May. If you sign up and cannot attend, please let us know so that we can open up a slot to other participants.
To Register:

Go to: www.nwtfhuagoulds.org
Look for Chapter Events, then JAKES
Select 2026 JAKES event.

Please note: you will have to set up an account first, then go through the event registration.

National Trails Day-Tonto NF-Anderson Mesa Drain Brigade
2026-06-06 08:00 - 15:00 | Passage 30, Anderson Mesa, Flagstaff
Join us for National Trails Day on June 6th for a rewarding day of trail work on Passage 30 along Anderson Mesa near Flagstaff.

2026 National Trails Day-Tonto NF-Highline Hike
2026-06-06 10:00 - 13:00 | 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
2026-06-11 - 2026-06-14 | 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 March event invites veterans, families, and supporters to serve together while improving high-elevation sections of the Arizona National Scenic Trail on the North Kaibab Ranger District near the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.
📅 Event Schedule
Thursday – Sunday, June 11-14

Camp-based volunteer weekend
Daily trail maintenance and improvement
Community meals and closing circle

⛏️ Details

Meals: Most meals provided at no cost
Registration: Pre-registration required; limited capacity
Who’s Invited: Veterans, military families, and supporters (OFM)
Trail Work: Moderate to strenuous physical labor; all experience levels welcome—training provided

⚠️ Health & Safety
The ATA will continue to follow health protocols as recommended by public health officials. Please avoid attending if you are feeling unwell or have recently been exposed to a contagious illness. Monitor your health and notify Chappy if your condition changes before or after the event.
📩 Registration & Contact

For more information or to sign up, contact:
📧 chappy@aztrail.org
📱 Call or text: (970) 779-5740

National Trappers Association Western Expo - Arizona Trappers Association
2026-06-12 17:00 - 23:00 | 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
2026-06-13 07:30 - 14:00 | 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.

Join Kids' Nature Hike
2026-06-13 09:00 - 11:00 | White Mountain Nature Center, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ, 85355, United States
Join a kids’ nature hike with Karli Hueston at the White Mountain Nature Center!.

Trail Skills Institute - Trail Structures & Rock Work
2026-06-13 09:00 - 2026-06-14 17:00 | Walnut Canyon
Join us for our 6-part hands-on Trail Skills Institute series. Our Trail Structures & Rock Work course will be held in the Walnut Canyon region on Passage 31 of the AZT near Flagstaff. Note that TSI Courses require a registration fee (see description).

Plants for Birds Community of Practice Meeting
2026-06-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, AZ, United States
In this session you’ll learn about our new Plants for Birds resources and how plant sales and seed collections are helping to build community for an Audubon center.
We hope you can join us!

Green Mountain 1A
2026-06-20 06:30 - 14:00 | Passage 11c-Pusch Ridge Wilderness Bypass
Please join the ATA June 20 on Passage 11C near Tucson for a trail work event. This project is rated easy. Our project will focus on brushing and treadwork.

Antelope Hunter Clinic
2026-06-20 11:00 - 16:00 | Ben Avery Clay Target Center – OneAZ Pavilion, Skeet Street Phoenix,, Phoenix, 5060 W.
Arizona Antelope Foundation is hosting In-person clinic from 11 am to 4 pm, covers everything you need to know about antelope hunting. Extensive topics presented by seasoned experts and wildlife biologists. All antelope tag holders will receive a letter from the AAF.

Butterfly Metamorphosis 5D
2026-06-27 07:30 - 14:00 | Passage 11-Santa Catalina Mountains
Please join the ATA June 27 on Passage 11C near Tucson for a trail work event. This project is rated moderate. Our project will focus on brushing and treadwork.

Help Kids Learn About Bugs
2026-06-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Frances Short Pond, 755 N Bonito St., Flagstaff, 86001
Children and families will learn about insects and view them up close at different stations. We will head down to the pond and try to catch insects, and plant seeds for a butterfly plant and do more family-friendly activities.

Mentored Rabbit Hunts
2026-06-29 17:00 - 2027-04-30 18:00 | TBD
Multiple Small Group Mentored Rabbit (cottontail & jackrabbit) Hunts throughout the year 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 learn the ins and outs of safe, legal, ethical hunting and how to enjoy your harvest. The mentoring and training will be designed to your skill and experience level so you get the most out of the hunt.
To arrange a meetup and consultation, David M., text / call 602-309-3430, info@christianhuntersofamerica.org
Important: Registration is required for each person in the party attending the event due to capacity and resources.

Enjoy a Nature Walk at San Pedro River and Green Kingfisher Pond
2026-07-04 08:00 - 11:00 | San Pedro House, Sierra Vista, AZ, United States
On July 4th, enjoy the quiet sights and sounds of a nature walk along San Pedro River and Green Kingfisher Pond to look for birds, wildflowers and butterflies. For questions, call (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org.

Prescott with Kathe Coot
2026-07-08 05:00 - 14:30 | TBD
Join Sonoran Audubon Society for a birding field trip to Prescott. Expect a nice list of colorful summer visitors, including summer and western tanagers, blue grosbeaks, yellow warblers, and painted redstarts across ponderosa forest, lakeside, cottonwood, and suburban pond habitats. The group leaves the Scottsdale area around 5 am, makes a stop in Prescott Valley, then explores multiple habitats, with lunch around midday. Return approximately 2:30 pm. Easy difficulty, limited to 7 participants.

Take Bird Watching Walks This July
2026-07-08 06:00 - 09:00 | San Pedro House, Sierra Vista, AZ, United States
Go on a monthly bird walk along the San Pedro River to look for up to 250 species of migratory birds. If you have questions, call (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org.

Happy Jack Jamboree
2026-07-10 14:00 - 2026-07-11 15:30 | Happy Jack Passage – Highway 87
Please join the ATA July 10-11th on Passage 28 near Happy Jack for a trail work event. We’ll start Friday afternoon, camp, & resume work on Saturday; meaning that you will have Sunday free. This project is rated moderate. Our project will focus on brushing, drains & tread work.

Join Morning Hike With Leader Bob
2026-07-11 08:30 - 09:30 | White Mountain Nature Center, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ, 85355, United States
Go on a morning hike with the new team leader, Bob. Get a good view of the nature center and its surroundings.

Kids Nature Hike
2026-07-11 09:00 - 11:00 | White Mountain Nature Center, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ, 85355, United States
A kids nature hike at White Mountain Nature Center. Led by Karli Hueston.

Observe Hummingbird Banding to Learn More
2026-07-11 16:00 - 18:00 | San Pedro House, Sierra Vista, AZ, United States
Look for hummingbirds outdoors and learn more about their migratory flights. Members of the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory (SABO) track these birds along their routes and will place bands on them. Donations to SABO are encouraged. For more information, call (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org.

AZ Highways
2026-07-11 18:00 - 19:30 | White Mountain Nature Center, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ, 85355, United States
A speaker presentation on AZ Highways magazine, presented by Win Holden. Part of White Mountain Nature Center’s speaker series.

Attend "How Birds Created the World" Presentation
2026-07-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Online Virtual Format
Learn about the significance of birds from many world cultures by Randi Minetor, the author of The Complete Language of Birds.
Bestselling author Randi Minetor writes for the Birdfinding and Best Easy Bird Guides series for Falcon Guides and is the author of Backyard Birding and Butterfly Gardening. Her newest book, The Complete Language of Birds, explores the science, folklore, and mythology of more than 400 bird species worldwide. She also writes for Birding Magazine, serves as a regional editor for North American Birds, and is a past president of the Rochester Birding Association in New York
Our monthly speaker series moves to Zoom only from May-August. Programs begin at 7 pm. Join the meeting here

Hike to Hunt Archery Challenge
2026-07-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Camp Raymond, Boy Scout Camp Rd, Parks, AZ 86018, USA, 7701 Boy Scout Camp Rd, United States
The Hike to Hunt Archery Challenge (HTHAC) is a premier 3D archery event series in the Southwest. It combines hiking through rugged terrain with shooting at life-sized, realistic 3D targets to simulate real-world hunting scenarios.

Events feature multiple courses, often with shots ranging from 20 to over 100 yards
Suitable for all skill levels

Important: Registration is required for each person in the party attending the event due to capacity and resources.
Pass Options include 1 day, 2 days and 3 days.

Arizona Navigation Competition #2 - Rim Country Navigation Games
2026-07-18 08:00 - 17:00 | TBD
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 teams welcome

Update 27 Jun: Start and finish somewhere in the Lake Mary area

Details to be determined
Lodging Suggestions: Motels in Flagstaff, dispersed camping near Marshall Lake
Exact start/finish announced ~1 week before the event date.
Registration is limited

Regular Registration Until: Sunday, Jul 5 at 11:59 PM
Late Registration Begins: Monday, Jul 6 at 00:00 AM
Late Registration Closes: Sunday, Jul 12 at 11:59 PM

Morning Hike with Lynn
2026-07-18 08:30 - 09:30 | White Mountain Nature Center, 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ, 85355, United States
Join our TRACKS hike leader Lynn as she takes a short hike over to Big Springs. Meet in the parking lot at White Mountain Nature Center.

Wild Neighbors: Prairie Dog Edition
2026-07-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Campbell Mesa Trailhead, Forest Service Rd 790, Flagstaff, 86004
Flagstaff is home to Gunnison’s prairie dogs, a species native to grasslands in the Four Corners region. See prairie dogs (and maybe their pups!) in the wild and learn about these beneficial critters from Habitat Harmony. Free event held at Campbell Mesa; park at the trailhead and meet across the street at the old memorial park.
