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Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Mountain Bike Ride

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Arizona

This is a 2-hour group ride on moderate terrain. What’s the best way to spend your Saturday morning? On a mountain biking group ride, of course. Roll up to the main trailhead 10-minutes prior to start time and meet with the San Tan Shredders. We’ll do a quick introduction, tell a few lame jokes, then [...]

National Day of the Cowboy

Empire Ranch

Each July the Empire Ranch Foundation celebrates the National Day of the Cowboy at the historic Empire Ranch.    It’s a free, fun family event.  Plan to join us on July 23rd!   Demonstrations: Ranching tools by Bill Schock Reata making by Dick Schorr Saddle making by Brad Faulkner Horse’n Around Rescue Ranch Groundwork horse [...]

Hug a Tree and Survive (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89 Wickenburg, AZ 85390, Arizona

A kids program focused on simple outdoor survival and safety tips if they were to get lost. 20 participants max. Click on program schedule for more details. Join us for this 45-minute fun and interactive program which provides children with safety tips such as staying in one place using trees, and how to be "big" [...]

Try Archery Free Event

Heros Park Archery Range 83rd Avenue and Bethany Home Rd, Glendale, AZ, United States

3G archery club offers  free event to try out shooting a bow! First timers please, all equipment provided! Ages 8 to 88. To register text name and age and which Saturday you're interested in to 602-320-5132 (you can call too)

Owl Watch at ASU Polytechnic

Parking Lot 32, Mesa, AZ 85212, USA AZ, United States

Owl Watch at ASU Polytechnic at sunset to observe the Burrowing Owl habitat. Leave your car at Lot 32 and walk to the observation point on South Lenox. 

STUNNER NIGHT RUNS

Join us for the all NEW Stunner Night Runs at the beautiful Usery Mountain Regional Park under a FULL MOON! This flat and fast course utilizes the Chain Fruit, Lost Sheep, Channel, and Blevins Trails. Wind through Chain Fruit cholla at the base of Pass Mountain. This race is part of the 2021 Insomniac Night Trail [...]

Summer Night Ride

McDowell Mountain Summer Night Rides are back! In partnership with McDowell Mountain Cycles, we are excited to invite riders of all levels and abilities to come out and experience the trails! Rides are scheduled for the following dates: June 18, July 9, July 23, Aug 13 & Aug 27. Rides subject to cancel depending on [...]

Bird of the Year Tour

Southeast Arizona AZ, United States

July and August are like spring in Southeast Arizona. As regular thunderstorms bring cooler temperatures and rains, the desert is abloom with wildflowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies, and the forested canyons and hills teem with birds feasting on the abundance of seeds, insects, and fruits. This is an extraordinary season to look for the many [...]

Bird walk at Sierra Vista EOP

Environmental Operations Park 7201 Hwy 90, Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

Bird walk at the Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations.

Virtual Workshop: eBird 101–Track the Birds You See

Online Virtual Format

eBird 101–Track the Birds You See | Instructor: Holly Kleindienst Registration fee: $10/member, $20/non-member, or FREE with registration to the 2022 Southeast AZ Birding Festival! This first installment in the 2-part series will include a brief overview of eBird, how to set up your eBird profile, how to log a bird checklist, share your checklist and add photos. We’ll also [...]

Field Trip: Sweetwater Wetlands

Sweetwater Wetlands Trip Difficulty: Easy. Flat and well-maintained gravel/dirt paths. Restroom by parking area. This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through marshes created by Tucson Water to see waterfowl, regular and visiting warblers, and several exciting species hiding in the reeds. Birders of all experience levels welcome! The Wetlands are [...]

Intermediate Level “Night Shredders” Mountain Bike Ride

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Arizona

A nighttime ride for experienced riders. Shed your work schedule then spend the evening lighting up the trails on two-wheels. During this San Tan Bikes-sponsored adventure, old familiar trails become new again; challenging your skills from new and heightened perspectives. First timers to experts, this is a no-drop ride. Please bring your helmet and two 650-lumen [...]

Desert 101 Easy Hike on Gila Trail (Limit 20 participants. Registration required)

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338, Arizona

Join the ranger on an easy walk to learn about our fascinating Sonoran Desert. Registration required. Click program title for details. Join the ranger on a short hike on the easy terrain of Gila Trail to learn the basics of our incredible Sonoran Desert – from the adaptations of plants and animals to how you [...]

Desert Animals Discovery Station (Drop-in, no registration needed)

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave. Goodyear, AZ 85338, Arizona

Stop by the nature center to learn about some of the incredible creatures that live in our desert, including mammals, reptiles, birds and insects. Learn about some of the fascinating creatures that live in our desert, including mammals, reptiles, birds and insects. The table display will include specimens such as skulls, pelts, feathers and exoskeletons. [...]

RAISED BY RAMS VERTICAL CHALLENGE

This is a call to the #SteepSquad and all those who embrace the #SteepLife: Aravaipa’s next virtual challenge of the year is here, and the name of the game is VERT. Raised By Rams is a 10-day mission to rack up as much vertical gain as possible. Inspired by our founder Jamil Coury’s love of climbing and [...]

Guided Bird Walk (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89 Wickenburg, AZ 85390, Arizona

Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Click on program title for more details. Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way we will [...]

Hike to Hunt Arizona

We are excited and proud to bring one of the greatest archery experiences to the incredible Arizona Nordic Village in Northern Arizona.  Four awesome courses will be set in some of Arizona's best terrain for hiking and hunting.  The varying terrain, obstacles and interesting angles will test your skill and make for an awesome day [...]

Tushars Mountain Runs

Eagle Point Resort - Skyline Lodge 1040 N Elk Meadows Dr. Beaver, UT 84713, UT, United States

One of the toughest most spectacular mountain races in all of North America in a little known mountain range near Beaver, Utah. The Tushar Mountains are a hidden gem of high altitude peaks, mountain canyons, alpine lakes and stunning terrain. Come find out for yourself why this is a MUST DO race. The Tushars Mountain [...]

Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Mountain Bike Ride

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Arizona

This is a 2-hour group ride on moderate terrain. What’s the best way to spend your Saturday morning? On a mountain biking group ride, of course. Roll up to the main trailhead 10-minutes prior to start time and meet with the San Tan Shredders. We’ll do a quick introduction, tell a few lame jokes, then [...]

Interpretive walk from San Pedro House

San Pedro House Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

Interpretive walk led by docents of the Friends of the San Pedro River. The San Pedro House, a 1930’s-era converted ranch house operating as a gift and bookstore, leads guided interpretive walks/hikes along the river and throughout the adjacent area, presents educational programs to schools and community groups, and assists the BLM in a variety [...]

Try Archery Free Event

Heros Park Archery Range 83rd Avenue and Bethany Home Rd, Glendale, AZ, United States

3G archery club offers  free event to try out shooting a bow! First timers please, all equipment provided! Ages 8 to 88. To register text name and age and which Saturday you're interested in to 602-320-5132 (you can call too)

Sip and Paint at the Zoo

Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary 1403 Heritage Park Road, Prescott, AZ, United States

Join us for Sip & Paint! Enjoy wine & appetizers while a local artist teaches you to paint one of the wonderful animals here at Heritage Park Zoological Society. Price: $35 Adult Member, $40 Adult Non-Member Must be 21 and over, all materials included.

Creatures of the Night Walk (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89 Wickenburg, AZ 85390, Arizona

Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Click on this program title for more details. Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks has included ringtails, foxes, javelinas, [...]

Event Series Bird walk at Sierra Vista EOP

Bird walk at Sierra Vista EOP

Environmental Operations Park 7201 Hwy 90, Sierra Vista, AZ, United States

Bird walk at the Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations. The Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) consists of 640 acres and offers fifty (50) acres of constructed wetlands that, along with native grasses provides a bird and wildlife habitat. [...]

Guided Dragonfly Walk (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89 Wickenburg, AZ 85390, Arizona

Learn about dragonflies and damselflies during this guided walk on the trails with Ranger Eric. Click on program title for more details. Did you know that over 50 species of dragonflies and damselflies can be found at the Preserve? Join Ranger Eric for a guided walk along the river and lake trails to explore the fascinating [...]

Walnut Canyon Volunteer Trail Build Weekend

Join us for an exciting weekend of new trail construction on the Walnut Canyon Passage. For more information or to register, visit our volunteer portal here. 

Personal Defense and Carry

Mohave Sportsman Club 3275 Oatman Road, Golden Valley, AZ, United States

The PD&C event is held the 1st Saturday of each even numbered months,(Feb, April, June, Aug., Oct., Dec.) on pistol bays #2 and #3.Please check the clubs calendar for updates and to confirm event schedules.The Objectives of this event is to practice the following,1. Best personal defense tactics, best use of cover and tacticalengagements.2. Pro-active weapon [...]

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