Up to 10 species of hummingbirds use the green corridor of the San Pedro River as a freeway between their tropical winter retreats and their northern nesting grounds. The public is invited to get a close-up look at these tiny travelers as staff and volunteers from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory capture, band, weigh, measure, [...]
Several shifts (1-3 hours) each day are available For the 28th annual Tour of the White Mountains bike race. The event is scheduled this year for Saturday Oct 5, 2024. Epic Rides of Tucson manages the event, and riders can choose rides of 9, 35 or 50 miles on our White Mountains Trail System singletrack [...]
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees [...]
Watch and interact with fossil preparators as they prepare paleontological specimens found throughout Petrified Forest National Park. Open to the public every Thursday, everyone is invited to observe this fascinating and painstaking process, ask questions, and learn more about the fossils found here. All ages are welcome. Located on the northeast side of the Painted [...]
As a signature event of the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF), NPLD fosters a strong connection between people and the environment, educating and cultivating environmental stewards. Held on the fourth Saturday in September each year The theme for NPLD 2024 is “Together for Tomorrow.” From trail maintenance to tree planting, beach clean-ups to forest bathing, and more, volunteers of [...]
The September Yuma Valley Rod and Gun Club Youth Fishing Clinic is now open! This event is for youth only! Age range is 7-17. YVRGC will be providing all necessary equipment (rods, reels, hooks, bait, etc.) for 50 youth to enjoy a morning of fishing at West Wetlands Park. Hats and long sleeves/sun block recommended. [...]
The September Yuma Valley Rod and Gun Club Youth Fishing Clinic is now open! This event is for youth only! Age range is 7-17. YVRGC will be providing all necessary equipment (rods, reels, hooks, bait, etc.) for 50 youth to enjoy a morning of fishing at West Wetlands Park. Hats and long sleeves/sun block recommended. [...]
Join friends!! Enjoy a healthy day outdoors! Come help with invasive vegetation removal as well as planting to attract birds, butterflies and other wildlife. Additional work includes clearing vegetation from the Nature Walk, removing trash from the grounds, and other park improvement tasks identified that day. Help your park stay beautiful and healthy! The park [...]
Free Admission to Dead Horse Ranch State Park for annual Verde River Day festival. No fishing license required from 8A-12 Noon! Waters will be freshly stocked with channel catfish, you can bring your own equipment, or loaner rods and reels provided. Instruction available and bait provided too! For more information contact Dead Horse Ranch State [...]
WMG’s Living Lab is our demonstration site of hydro-local living and watershed resilience, as well as our office space. The campus is supported by rainwater for all indoor and outdoor needs almost year-round, and includes extensive rain gardens, a native food forest, a 10,000 gallon underground cistern, art exhibits about Tucson’s history of flowing creeks [...]
Every Saturday is a different experience. Each morning will have a different focus from a special hike guide. Remember to wear close-toed shoes, and bring water, a hat, and a walking stick if needed. Dogs on a leash, and kids are OK. Different topics have been and will be: Trail Stewardship Forest Ecology Edible Plants [...]
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees [...]
Watch and interact with fossil preparators as they prepare paleontological specimens found throughout Petrified Forest National Park. Open to the public every Thursday, everyone is invited to observe this fascinating and painstaking process, ask questions, and learn more about the fossils found here. All ages are welcome. Located on the northeast side of the Painted [...]
Bikes need to be in condition and ready to ride. Helmets are required. Our rides are social, not competitive, with distances determined by the leader and depending on who shows up. If you are not yet on the mountain bike list, please send an email to Suzanne Milligan at suzanne.milligan@yahoo.com.
Celebrate National Cleanup Month with us by joining our family-friendly workshop! Help us clean up our garden and then unleash your creativity by making art using recycled materials. Bring any empty plastic bottles, grocery bags, or cardboard from home to contribute to our projects. It's a wonderful opportunity for families to learn about recycling while [...]
Let’s gather for the desert with friends and family for fun activities, Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection volunteer recognition and awards, raffle prizes, games, new t-shirts, tamales, campfire music, and more. Bring your own instruments and join our evening jam session! For those wanting to spend the night, or join us the next day, there [...]
The Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) is open to public bird watching tours on Sunday mornings year round. Group size is limited to 15 people, first come, first served. Arrive before the starting time (7:00am) to sign a waiver and secure a spot. The 2-2.5 hours walk is behind locked gates and you must [...]
Open to guests and members of the Wickenburg Sportsmen club. Wickenburg Sportsmen's Club is a 501 C7 nonprofit social club where our members and their guest enjoy organized sporting events, potlucks and campfires. We promote organized sporting events with a focus on safety and sportsmanship. Events are for recreation, there are NO prizes. There is [...]
Location: Grief Hill Day Use Area / Trailhead, Camp Verde GPS coordinates in Google Maps 34.59782, -111.9468 Schedule: Rider Check-in 8:30 – 8:45 Ride Start 9:00 BBQ Lunch 11:00 – 12:00 (beverages, hamburgers, brats) Cost: Free to VVCC members $10 donation accepted from non-members Riders: Please bring chips, snacks or dessert (VVCC to provide main course [...]
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees [...]
Get out and collect garbage at your favorite trail or in your neighborhood. Then fill out the impact form in the registration link!. You can also share on social media about your efforts by using hashtag #impactday and tagging Keep Nature Wild.
Lake Pleasant is creating a Monday clean-up crew. If you are available on any Monday, please join us as we pick up litter along the shoreline. Location – Park at Castle Hot Springs dirt lot near the entry station. Meet with Park Assistant Doug Robertson at main building at entry. Volunteers needed - Up to [...]
Lake Pleasant is creating a Monday clean-up crew. If you are available on any Monday, please join us as we pick up litter along the shoreline. Volunteers will meet Park Assistant Doug Robertson outside of the main building at the entry station where he’ll sign them. After signing in, volunteers will be directed to where [...]
Join a ranger on a ~1 mile, mostly paved, walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. A combination of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world’s largest travertine bridge supports a wide variety of bird species that call the park home and we will be searching for. Meets between the Waterfall [...]
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees [...]
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees [...]
Bikes need to be in condition and ready to ride. Helmets are required. Our rides are social, not competitive, with distances determined by the leader and depending on who shows up. If you are not yet on the mountain bike list, please send an email to Suzanne Milligan at suzanne.milligan@yahoo.com.
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees [...]
Desert Foothills Land Trust and the Holland Community Center present the Foothills Speaker Series: Southwest Rock Imagery Join us with Dr. Aaron Wright of Archaeology Southwest to explore petroglyphs and pictographs across the Sonoran Desert. Rather than simply asking what these images mean, Dr. Wright encourages attendees to consider what these images do. He will [...]
Open to guests and members of the Wickenburg Sportsmen club. Wickenburg Sportsmen's Club is a 501 C7 nonprofit social club where our members and their guest enjoy organized sporting events, potlucks and campfires. We promote organized sporting events with a focus on safety and sportsmanship. Events are for recreation, there are NO prizes. There is [...]
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