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Field Trip: Madera Canyon

April 28- Thursday, 7:00 amMadera CanyonRegistration for this trip is free. | Register here beginning March 12We will slowly bird Madera Canyon from Proctor Road up the canyon to Santa Rita Lodge and back. Walking on uneven terrain for about 3.5 miles with a 450’ elevation gain. Recommend bringing water, snacks and/or lunch, although Santa Rita [...]

Spur Cross – Native Seed Harvest

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N Spur Cross Rd, Cave Creek, United States

Maricopa County Parks-Native Seed Harvest Maricopa County Parks is hosting several native seed harvest events in April and May at several parks. The native seed harvested will later be used to help in park restoration projects and will be planted in invasive species removal areas and parks impacted by wildfires. Collecting and planting local seed [...]

City Nature Challenge 2022

We hope to see you out and about on the trails. Visit the website for more details. https://greaterphoenixcnc.com/ We are in the process of scheduling trainings and other events so check the event/training tab for details. We are also looking for collaborators. Email greaterphxcnc@googlegroups.com if you have questions.

City Nature Challenge 2022

We hope to see you out and about on the trails. Visit the website for more details. https://greaterphoenixcnc.com/ We are in the process of scheduling trainings and other events so check the event/training tab for details. We are also looking for collaborators. Email greaterphxcnc@googlegroups.com if you have questions.

City Nature Challenge 2022

We hope to see you out and about on the trails. Visit the website for more details. https://greaterphoenixcnc.com/ We are in the process of scheduling trainings and other events so check the event/training tab for details. We are also looking for collaborators. Email greaterphxcnc@googlegroups.com if you have questions.

Desert Palms discovery station (no registration required)

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

Have you ever wondered about the Preserve's historic stand of palm trees? Click on the program title for details on this event where your questions will be answered! For Arbor Day, come learn about the Preserve’s historic stand of California fan palms, how these tropical trees are able to grow in the desert Southwest, and [...]

Guided Dragonfly Walk

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

Join Dr. Pierre Deviche from ASU to look for dragonflies along the river and lake trails. 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 ASU professor Dr. Pierre Deviche for an easy-paced walk along the river and lake [...]

Chandler CNC BioBlitz Days

https://www.chandleraz.gov/explore/special-events/city-nature-challenge Chandler Nature Center will be hosting two open house days in April – which coincidently is Citizen Science Month – for the community to learn more about citizen science, how to participate in the Challenge, and connect the iNaturalist app to their personal device. April 29 9 a.m. to noon April 30 9 a.m. [...]

Birds of White Tank Mountains – PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

We will be gathering at the south side of the Nature Center around 7, then we will move to Mule Deer Trail. Click the program title for further details. Join birder Joe Ford from the Sonoran Audubon Society for an early morning bird walk to look and listen for the many birds that live in and [...]

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 [...]

Chandler CNC BioBlitz Days

https://www.chandleraz.gov/explore/special-events/city-nature-challenge Chandler Nature Center will be hosting two open house days in April – which coincidently is Citizen Science Month – for the community to learn more about citizen science, how to participate in the Challenge, and connect the iNaturalist app to their personal device. April 29 9 a.m. to noon April 30 9 a.m. [...]

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)

Visit Glendale’s Xeriscape Demonstration Garden

Glendale Xeriscape Garden, 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, AZ 85302, USA

Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/visit-glendales-xeriscape-demonstration-garden-tickets-309930840487?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Join us as we tour the Glendale Xeriscape Demonstration Garden during the City Nature Challenge. Jeny Davis, Coordinator of the Metro Phoenix EcoFlora project, will be your naturalist guide and will demonstrate using the free iNaturalist app. This is an amazing tool that can identify plants and wildlife and help us learn more [...]

Visit Glendale’s Xeriscape Demonstration Garden

Glendale Xeriscape Garden, 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, AZ 85302, USA

Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/visit-glendales-xeriscape-demonstration-garden-tickets-309930840487?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Join us as we tour the Glendale Xeriscape Demonstration Garden during the City Nature Challenge. Jeny Davis, Coordinator of the Metro Phoenix EcoFlora project, will be your naturalist guide and will demonstrate using the free iNaturalist app. This is an amazing tool that can identify plants and wildlife and help us learn more [...]

Butterflies and Wildflowers of Spur Cross (PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N Spur Cross Rd, Cave Creek, United States

Join Ranger Kevin on a hike through Spur Cross and the Jewel of the Creek Preserve in search of butterflies and wildflowers. This easy walk will cover the butterfly species you can find in the conservation area, when to look for them, and which native plants you can grow to attract and support their populations. [...]

Tumamoc Bio-Blitz – City Nature Challenge

Desert Laboratory, 1675 West Anklam Road, Tucson, AZ 85745

Sign up to participate in this free bio-blitz on Tumamoc Hill! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tumamoc-bio-blitz-city-nature-challenge-tickets-314926302047?aff=eand

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 [...]

Field Trip: Honey Bee Canyon Petroglyph Walk

May 2- Monday, 7:00 amHoney Bee Canyon Petroglyph WalkRegistration for this walk is free. | Register Here beginning April 9Trip difficulty: Easy to Moderate.  Elevation gain is about 300 feet.  2 miles on some loose wash sand and hard packed trails.  Restrooms and water available at trailhead. Trip duration under 3 hours. We’ll walk a figure 8 within the park. Anticipated [...]

Field Trip: Sweetwater Wetlands

REGISTRATION FULL Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5-2 miles, Trip Duration: 2.5 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available at park’s entrance. Benches available at periodic intervals around the Wetlands. This popular birding hotspot in urban Tucson offers an easy walk through [...]

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 [...]

Field Trip- Mt. Ord w/Ann Leight

Mt Ord Forest Road 1688, Payson, AZ, United States

Mt Ord FR 1688 Mon. April 25th  Meet at 6AM. Approximately 4-5 hrs of birding. Limited to 8 people ( 2-3 vehicles). Don't miss out on the arrivals of Virginia and Graces warblers, Painted redstarts, Black Headed grosbeaks, Scotts Orioles, Gray vireos, and Black chinned sparrows as well as fan-favorites Hairy and Acorn woodpeckers, Stellers [...]

Field Trip: Pena Blanca Lake

Peña Blanca Lake, Arizona 85621, USA

Pena Blanca Lake Registration for this walk is free REGISTRATION FULL Trip difficulty: Moderate, some stairs and inclines; Walking Distance: About 1 to 1.5 miles; Trip Duration: 2 – 3 hours; Three pit toilets around the lake and one at the starting point in the picnic area. With 282 species reported through eBird at this [...]

CaveCreek – Native Seed Harvest

Cave Creek Regional Park, 37019 N Lava Ln, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, USA

Maricopa County Parks is hosting several native seed harvest events in April and May at several parks. The native seed harvested will later be used to help in park restoration projects and will be planted in invasive species removal areas and parks impacted by wildfires. Collecting and planting local seed genotypes will help maintain the [...]

Field Trip: Sweetwater Wetlands

May 6- Friday, 6:45 am Sweetwater Wetlands Registration for this walk is free. | RESTRATION FULL! Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5-2 miles, Trip Duration: 2 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available at park’s entrance. Benches available at periodic intervals around [...]

Cave Creek- Native Seed Garden

Cave Creek Regional Park, 37019 N Lava Ln, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, USA

Maricopa County Parks is hosting several native seed harvest events in April and May at several parks. The native seed harvested will later be used to help in park restoration projects and will be planted in invasive species removal areas and parks impacted by wildfires. Collecting and planting local seed genotypes will help maintain the [...]

Event Series Summit for Arizona Trails

Summit for Arizona Trails

Cottonwood Community Clubhouse 805 N. Main St, Cootonwood, AZ, United States

You and I both know that Arizona is one of the premier destinations in the country for trails and outdoor recreation. We work hard as advocates, managers, non-profits and volunteers to keep Arizonans and visitors on the trails and promote sustainable recreation. What's the Summit all about? For two years, the Network for Arizona trails [...]

Event Series Summit for Arizona Trails – Cottonwood

Summit for Arizona Trails – Cottonwood

Cottonwood Community Clubhouse 805 N. Main St, Cootonwood, AZ, United States

The Network for Arizona Trails (NAzT) is a broad collaborative of non-motorized and motorized trail builders, planners, managers, advocates and supporters that seeks to elevate trail recreation throughout our State and communities. You and I both know that Arizona is one of the premier destinations in the country for trails and outdoor recreation. We work [...]

Field Trip: Mason Center & Arthur Pack Park

Mason Center 3835 W Hardy Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

Mason Center/Arthur Pack Park REGISTRATION FULL Trip 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. Join us for an introduction to birdwatching basics at [...]

Hohokam Ruins of Spur Cross (PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N Spur Cross Rd, Cave Creek, United States

Join us for this 2.5-mile hike that will introduce you to the rich archaeological history of the area. See evidence of prehistoric Hohokam dwellings and learn about their culture as we trek up to one of their mesa-top compounds. Bring plenty of water. No dogs on this hike. Meet at the main trailhead area where restrooms [...]

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