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Event Series Talk with a Paleontologist at Petrified Forest National Park

Talk with a Paleontologist at Petrified Forest National Park

Painted Desert Visitor Center PO Box 2217 1 Park Road, Petrified Forest National Park, United States

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 [...]

Free
Event Series Chandler Nature Center Tour

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
Event Series Bird Outings at Rio Saldo

Bird Outings at Rio Saldo

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

Join one of our local bird enthusiasts for a guided bird walk through the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area! These walks are for everyone: experts, novices, and people who have never gone birding in their entire life. Bring water, and wear sunscreen and shoes for walking. Loaner binoculars and field guides are available for those [...]

Event Series Interpretive walk from San Pedro House

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 [...]

Yoga in the Garden

Boyce Thompson Arboretum, 37615 E US Highway #60, Superior, AZ 85173, USA 38400 US Hwy 60, United States

We are elated to offer you a serene escape from daily life through our monthly yoga class for all levels. Skillfully guided by certified yoga instructor Deb McClarnon, this transformative session unfolds in our garden’s idyllic surroundings. You’ll move through tranquil postures, harmonizing breath and body to enhance flexibility and circulatory health. Space is limited, [...]

$10.00 – $12.00

Mesquite Festival

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

Learn all about this iconic desert tree: its use throughout history; harvesting, preparation and storage; food preparation and nutritional and medicinal uses; and much more.  Free samples of food prepared with mesquite! Mini seminars will be presented: 9:30 - 10:00 Desert Legumes 10:15 - 10:45 Medicinal uses 11:00 - 11:30 Nutrition  ​Event is hosted by [...]

Free

Earth Day Celebration

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

Show Mother Earth some love and do a world of good. Discover ways to live an eco-friendly lifestyle through crafts, activities, and information booths featuring a variety of organizations promoting “green” products, conservation, and sustainability. Outdoor activities may be canceled due to inclement weather.   *Be Outdoors Arizona will be there too!

Free

Badges & Bobbers: Community Fishing Day – City of Gilbert

Gilbert Regional Park Pond 3005 E Queen Creeek Rd, Gilbert, United States

Join us for a FREE community fishing event featuring first responders from Gilbert’s Fire, Police, & Park Rangers as we partner with Arizona Game & Fish for a morning of fishing fun! Learn proper casting and reeling techniques from the pros in a safe, friendly environment. Fishing poles and tackle will be available to check [...]

Event Series Talk with a Paleontologist at Petrified Forest National Park

Talk with a Paleontologist at Petrified Forest National Park

Painted Desert Visitor Center PO Box 2217 1 Park Road, Petrified Forest National Park, United States

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 [...]

Free

Earth Day Festival with Chispa Arizona

Cielito Park 3402 West Campbell Ave, Phoenix, United States

Join Chispa AZ and AZ AANHPI in elevating the movement for environmental justice at their Earth Day celebration! This event aims to foster collaboration and community spirit in a vibrant and safe space. Gather, eat, learn, and have fun honoring Madre Tierra. ATA is excited to have a booth at this event and is in need of volunteers [...]

Event Series Bird Walk at Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park

Bird Walk at Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park

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

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 [...]

Free
Event Series The Legacy Tour

The Legacy Tour

Boyce Thompson Arboretum, 37615 E US Highway #60, Superior, AZ 85173, USA 38400 US Hwy 60, United States

The Legacy Tour will introduce visitors to the rich 100-year history of Boyce Thompson Arboretum and further appreciation of this land and its legacy. Tour participants will receive a BTA Centennial commemorative pin as a gift at the end of the tour. This tour will follow the Main Trail and is on unpaved trails in [...]

$8 – $18
Event Series Lake Pleasant Monday Clean-Up Crew

Lake Pleasant Monday Clean-Up Crew

Lake Pleasant, Arizona, USA

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 [...]

Self Guided Heritage Bird Walk

Black Canyon Heritage Park 33955 S. Old Black Canyon Highway, Black Canyon City, AZ, United States

Learn about some birds that visit the Black Canyon Heritage Park. You will find tags along the Nature Walk at the park representing various birds. The QR code links to a website with information about the bird and recordings of its song. Created by the Black Canyon City Community Library. Participants pick up a journal at [...]

Event Series Guided Bird Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge

Guided Bird Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park Arizona 260, Pine, AZ, United States

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 [...]

Earth Day at Papago 2024

Papago Park, 625 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, USA

Invest in Our Planet! Join us for a fun Cleanup Event as we celebrate Earth Day at Papago Park Preserve in Tempe! Meet us at Papago Park, 1000 N College Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281 at 9 AM around complimentary breakfast and get out in the Preserve. Fill up your trash bucket and come build community [...]

Donation Based

Invasive Species Education and Action

Online Virtual Format

Join Invasive Species Education Facilitators to gain a better understanding of invasive species, their impacts, and how students of all ages can make a difference. This is the opportunity to see new outdoor focused invasive species education resources that touch on multiple aspects of curriculum. You will gain fresh ideas, tips, and tools for inspiring [...]

Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival 2024

Dead Horse Ranch State Park 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd, Cottonwood, United States

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL Join us 100 miles North of Phoenix in North Central Arizona’s Verde Valley for the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival. Experience birding during the peak Spring migration season at Dead Horse Ranch State Park on the banks of the Verde River. Close proximity to the Verde, Oak Creek, Sycamore Creek, and [...]

Event Series Talk with a Paleontologist at Petrified Forest National Park

Talk with a Paleontologist at Petrified Forest National Park

Painted Desert Visitor Center PO Box 2217 1 Park Road, Petrified Forest National Park, United States

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 [...]

Free

Birdathon Bird Outing Arizona

Jewel of the Creek Preserve, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, USA

It's that time of year again. In honor of Rowyn and his love for birds and conservation I am continuing his yearly Birdathon fundraiser to help raise funds for Tucson Audubon. Part of this event is of course getting out to bird. I will be hosting a bird outing here in GA and my 2 [...]

Event Series Introduction to Competitive Sporting Clays

Introduction to Competitive Sporting Clays

Ben Avery Clay Target Center, 5060 W Skeet St, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 40701 N Boone Ln, United States

INTRODUCTION TO COMPETITIVE SPORTING CLAYS is an 8-week program of FUN SHOOTS for those not ready for leagues or tournaments. This is NOT for beginners, but is specifically designed for those with shotgun shooting experience and want to develop better shotgun shooting skills through weekly fun shoots. * Participants will be on 3-5 member squads. [...]

$40 – $75

Greater Phoenix City Nature Challenge 2024

Maricopa County AZ, United States

Every year on the last weekend in April, the Greater Phoenix Area participates in the City Nature Challenge. This is a global effort to observe and document as much urban biodiversity as possible while engaging in community science. Using a free app called iNaturalist, anyone can get involved and share observations, anywhere from neighborhoods to [...]

Free
Event Series Talk with a Paleontologist at Petrified Forest National Park

Talk with a Paleontologist at Petrified Forest National Park

Painted Desert Visitor Center PO Box 2217 1 Park Road, Petrified Forest National Park, United States

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 [...]

Free

Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Camp – AWF

Friendly Pines Camp, 933 E Friendly Pines Rd, Prescott, AZ 86303, United States

For adult women in a fun, safe environment. Learn fishing, hunting, kayaking,hiking, rappelling and camping. Includes evening activities, meals and lodging. Fee required. Location: Prescott Area - Friendly Pines Camp Friendly Pines Camp in Prescott, Arizona is a beautiful place to spend a weekend — that's why we host our April and September BOW Workshops [...]

$435

Earth Day Invasive Vegetation Removal

Black Canyon Heritage Park 33955 S. Old Black Canyon Highway, Black Canyon City, AZ, United States

Come help remove invasive vegetation as well as transplant plants to attract our pollinators. Other work includes clearing vegetation from the Nature Walk and working on other park improvement tasks identified that day. Check in at 8:00 AM followed by short safety briefing. Work to begin by 8:30 AM. Youth age 17 or younger must be accompanied [...]

Event Series Watershed Mngmt Group Living Lab Tour

Watershed Mngmt Group Living Lab Tour

WMG Living Lab & Learning Center 1137 N Dodge Blvd, Tucson, United States

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 [...]

Gravel Ride – Cherry Hill Climb

Enjoy the wonderfully smooth gravel road surface on a steady but mild gradual climb up to the scenic town of Cherry, between Camp Verde and Cottonwood. This is a local's secret ride, at risk of becoming a new classic. Take in the great views of the Verde Valley down below as you navigate the gradual [...]

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Be outdoors Arizona’s event calendar is a repository of various events hosted by many different organizations. Attendance and participation at any of the published events are deemed at your own risk and that attending or taking part in the event must use good judgement, obey all laws and take reasonable care to avoid injury to their person or property. This disclaimer exempts Be Outdoors Arizona and Be Outdoors Arizona Foundation from liability because of loss, damage, theft, or injury to body or property of attendees at any event listed on the calendar.

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