The saguaro is the most iconic plant of the Sonoran Desert. On this interpretive hike, discover the amazing and mysterious life cycle of this towering cactus. Bring drinking water and sturdy hiking shoes. Meet at Lost Sheep trailhead.
Join Ranger Kevin on a hike through Spur Cross and the Jewel of the Creek Preserve in search of butterflies including the Sara Orangetip, the featured Maricopa County Parks Eco-Blitz insect for this month. This easy walk will cover the butterfly species you can find in the conservation area, when to look for them, and which [...]
March 25th-27th 10am-5:30 pm ECO will be in the kids block area and will have free upcycled make and take crafts, a loose parts play area and more. https://tempefestivalofthearts.com/ Tempe Festival of the Arts has a 50+ year history in Tempe and takes place in early December and late March each year. It is one [...]
March 25th-27th 10am-5:30 pm ECO will be in the kids block area and will have free upcycled make and take crafts, a loose parts play area and more. https://tempefestivalofthearts.com/ Tempe Festival of the Arts has a 50+ year history in Tempe and takes place in early December and late March each year. It is one [...]
We’ll start about 5:45am in Scottsdale, and explore this exquisite migrant trap for about 2-3 hours, and find a place to wrap up. I’m hoping for common desert species, plus whatever orioles, tanagers, warblers, vireos and flycatchers might be onsite that day. Wrap up by 10ish. Limited to 7 participants. Reservations required. Difficulty—1-2, for some uneven [...]
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Invasive species are one of the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, increase wildfire occurrences, and magnitude. Join the new Desert Defenders program to help us find and remove these plants! Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on finding, mapping, and removing invasive species while hiking [...]
Learn about and search for common desert wildflowers on an easy/moderate 2.2-mile hike with the ranger. Limit 20 participants. Registration required. Click program title for details. Join the Ranger for an easy/moderate hike along San Tan, Stargazer and Moonlight Trails to search for common wildflowers and flowering shrubs of the Sonoran Desert, such as fiddleneck, [...]
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Sweetwater WetlandsSign up on the Field Trip PageTrip 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 [...]
Wednesday, March 30, 1–2pmVirtual Class: Birding the Calendar–Where to Go Birding in April & May | Instructor: Luke SaffordRegistration fee: $10/member, $20/non-member* | Register HereOne of the most common questions we get asked is “When is the best time to go birding in Southeast Arizona?” Well, it’s hard to pinpoint a best month, because there is [...]
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuduyhqjkiHNO9Ww69jVE8_FRJkEF1zKPB Join the local organizers of the 2022 City Nature Challenge to learn what the challenge is all about and how you can participate. There will be a brief informational presentation, followed by an open discussion with time to have your questions answered.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuduyhqjkiHNO9Ww69jVE8_FRJkEF1zKPB Join the local organizers of the 2022 City Nature Challenge to learn what the challenge is all about and how you can participate. There will be a brief informational presentation, followed by an open discussion with time to have your questions answered.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuduyhqjkiHNO9Ww69jVE8_FRJkEF1zKPB Join the local organizers of the 2022 City Nature Challenge to learn what the challenge is all about and how you can participate. There will be a brief informational presentation, followed by an open discussion with time to have your questions answered.
Registration is now open for our 2022 Cohort 4 class. Learn more and register here https://azmnmcp.org/become-a-mcpmn
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 [...]
Learn about and search for common desert wildflowers on a 2.5-mile easy/moderate hike with a ranger. Limit 20 participants. Registration required. Click program title for details. Join the Ranger on an easy/moderate 2.5-mile hike to look for and identify wildflowers and other flowering vegetation along Quail, Rainbow, Baseline and Saddle Trails. We also may see [...]
Drop by the park Nature Center to chat with a ranger and learn about plants and animals, including springtime butterflies and wildflowers! Click program title for details. Welcome Homeschoolers to a springtime discovery experience! Join the ranger at the Nature Center back patio to see a display of plant and animal specimens, pick up an [...]
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April 1- Friday, 7:30 amOracle State ParkRegistration for this trip is free. | Register here beginning March 12Bird beautiful Oracle State Park situated at 4500 ft. elevation which means cooler temperatures and the chance to see some higher elevation species like Woodhouse’s Scrub Jay, Crissal Thrasher, and Canyon Towhee. Walk 1-2 miles on fairly level terrain [...]
Invasive species are one of the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, increase wildfire occurrences, and magnitude. Join the new Desert Defenders program to help us find and remove these plants! Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on finding, mapping, and removing invasive species while hiking [...]
Project WILD links students and nature to provide wildlife-based conservation and environmental education programs that foster responsible actions toward our natural world. This fun, interactive workshop will explore the intrinsic ecological value using best practices to teach about environmental ecosystems. The four-hour professional development is open to formal classroom teachers of all grade levels and [...]
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, [...]
Location:Veterans Oasis Park NE Corner of Chandler Heights and Lindsay Rd.) 4050 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ 85249, USAChandler Family Birdwalks Veterans Oasis Park Chandler 8am - noon Monthly on the first Saturday of the month, November through April. Come out with the kids to walk around the water recharge ponds at the City [...]
April 2- Saturday, 6:30 amLakeside ParkRegistration for this trip is free. | Register here beginning March 12Trip Difficulty: Easy. 1.75 mile round trip on concrete and paved surfaces. Restrooms are available.Lakeside Park in southeast Tucson is a great place to get to know your urban birds. We’ll explore the lake and the adjacent lawns and ball fields. Likely sightings include [...]
Mason Center/Arthur Pack ParkTrip difficulty: Easy; Walking Distance: 2.5 miles; Trip Duration: 2 hr 45 min; Elevation Gain: none; Ground Condition: groomed trail. Drinking water not available on trail. Restrooms at the Mason Center and one restroom midway on the 2.5 mile loop.Register on the Field Trip PageJoin us for an introduction to birdwatching basics [...]
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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