Family Workshop: Survival in the Southwest
2025-04-26 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Phoenix) | Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040, 2801 S Central Ave, United States
Join us for a hands-on family workshop exploring the incredible ways plants and animals survive in the harsh conditions of the Sonoran Desert! Discover the unique adaptations that help wildlife thrive, from nocturnal habits to water-saving strategies. Through interactive activities and engaging crafts, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the resilience of desert life. Perfect for nature lovers of all ages—come ready to explore, learn, and have fun!
¡Únete a nosotros en un taller familiar interactivo para descubrir las increíbles formas en que las plantas y los animales sobreviven en las duras condiciones del Desierto de Sonora! Explora las adaptaciones únicas que ayudan a la vida silvestre a prosperar, desde hábitos nocturnos hasta estrategias de conservación del agua. A través de actividades interactivas y manualidades divertidas, desarrollarás una mayor apreciación por la resiliencia de la vida en el desierto. ¡Perfecto para amantes de la naturaleza de todas las edades—ven listo para explorar, aprender y divertirte!
Program Details:

This program is happening during our Rio Community Festival and all are welcome to join the festivities after.
This program will happen both indoors at the Rio Salado Audubon Center classroom, as well as outdoors in the garden (weather permitting).
The Center and garden area are all handicapped accessible, flat terrain. The garden trails are crushed refined gravel.
Registration required, with tickets offered on a sliding scale: $5 suggested donation per person to cover the cost of materials
Please register for 1 ticket per person
All children must be accompanied by an adult

Questions? Email Juliana Gomez, Senior Education Coordinator (juliana.gomez@audubon.org)
Detalles del Programa:

Este programa se lleva a cabo durante nuestro Festival Comunitario de Río y todos están invitados a unirse a las festividades después.
Este programa se llevará a cabo tanto en el interior del aula del Centro Audubon Río Salado, como al aire libre en el jardín (si el clima lo permite)
El Centro y el area del jardín son terrenos planos y accedibles para discapacitados. Los senderos del jardín son de grava refinada triturada.
Se requiere inscripción, los boletos se ofrecen según una escala móvil: donación sugerida de $5 por persona para cubrir el costo de los materiales.
Regístrese para obtener 1 entrada por persona.
Todos los niños deben estar acompañados por un adulto

¿Preguntas? Envíe un correo electrónico a Juliana Gomez, Coordinadora Superior de Educación (juliana.gomez@audubon.org)

Family Nature Day 2025
2025-04-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Dead Horse Ranch State Park, 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd, Cottonwood, 86326, United States
Get ready for a day of adventure, discovery, and fun in nature at Family Nature Day! Whether you’re a birding enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply looking for an exciting outdoor activity for the whole family, this event is for you. Enjoy hands-on activities, live animal exhibits, nature walks, and interactive demonstrations that will connect you to the wonders of the Verde River.

STEM Speaker: Preserving Arizona's Unique Desert Landscapes
2025-04-28 15:30 - 16:30 | Scottsdale Community College, 9000 E. Chapparal Road, Scottsdale, AZ, 85256, United States
Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Vicki Preston, President and CEO of Desert Foothills Land Trust, as she shares her passion for protecting one of North America’s most unique and fragile ecosystems. Discover how Arizona’s land management shapes conservation efforts, learn about private land preservation strategies, and explore ways to protect this irreplaceable ecosystem. Join us for an afternoon that will transform your understanding of desert conservation and empower you to make a lasting impact.
This is part of the Center for Native and Urban Wildlife at Scottsdale Community College’s STEM Speaker Series.

Explore the Sedona Wetlands
2025-04-29 08:00 - 09:30 | Sedona Wetlands, 7500 AZ-89A, Sedona, 86336
Spend one hour looking for migratory birds at the Sedona Wetlands, a nature preserve that is ideal for bird watching. Contact Rich at richarmstrong47@gmail.com or call 928-282-3675 for more information.

Soft Tackle Flies Workshop
2025-05-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Arizona American Italian Club, 7509 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Learn the basics of using soft tackle for your flyfishing pursuits!

Engage in Classics and Motala Orienteering Courses
2025-05-03 08:00 - 14:00 | Gates Tank, 344 S Cortez St, Prescott, 86303
Participate in Classics or Motala orienteering courses, whether you’re a beginner or an expert. Participants are given maps and control locations and expected to navigate themselves on trails, over hills, etc. The types of courses vary by length and level of difficulty.

Cibola Fishing Event - Friends of Cibola National Wildlife Refuge
2025-05-03 08:00 - 16:00 | Cibola National Wildlife Refuge, 66600 Cibola Lake Rd, Cibola, AZ, 85328, United States
Come Join us for a family friendly fishing event at the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge!
Participants will catch, clean, and cook their catch with assistance from volunteers.

Take Your Morning Walk to Clanton Ranch
2025-05-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Escapule Trailhead, 3001 Escapule Rd, Sierra Vista, AZ, United States
Take a walk to Clanton Ranch, a historic site of outlaws, cowboys and cattle rustlers. This ranch is a small part of Western outlaw history in Arizona and the U.S. The walk is 1.5 to 2 miles of uneven gravel and dirt with a slight uphill walk near the end. Call a representative at (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org.

Payson Wildlife Fair
2025-05-03 09:00 - 15:00 | Green Valley Park, 1000 West Country Club Drive, Payson, AZ 85541, United States
Whether it’s catching a rainbow trout, taking aim with a bow and arrow, or getting up close and personal with live critters, the family-friendly Payson Wildlife Fair will be offering a variety of outdoor fun Saturday, May 3, at Green Valley Park in Payson, Ariz.
The annual event is a cooperative effort between the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD), U.S. Forest Service, Town of Payson Parks and Recreation Department, and the Mogollon Sporting Association. Admission is free.
The fair will feature live wildlife on display, booths from several local and state organizations, an archery range, and prizes for the kids, such as fishing rods and lures. A visit from Smokey Bear also is planned.
Green Valley Lake will be stocked with rainbow trout in advance of the fair. Bait and loaner fishing rods will be provided.

3rd Annual Kids Fishing Event - Arizona Fishing Outkast
2025-05-03 15:00 - 19:00 | Paloma Park, 29799 N Lake Pleasant Rd, Peoria, AZ, 85383, United States
Kid’s Fishing event for the Arizona Fishing Outkast Check, us out on our Facebook page Arizona Fishing Outkast. We will be fishing for Catfish – We will have a huge raffle for FREE, Biggest fish & Smallest fish prize. A valid Arizona Fishing License is required for all who are fishing. To purchase a license visit https://www.azgfd.com/
Location: Community Fishing Waters

Romero Site Interpretive Hike
2025-05-05 09:00 - 10:30 | Catalina State Park, 11570 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, 85737, United States
Join local guides for a tour of the Romero site and walk through 1000-years of indigenous Hohokam history in 90-minutes! Learn about the area’s ranching history and how the Hohokam made a living in the desert. Note: This trail has stairs and crosses a seasonal stream; be prepared to walk in ankle-deep water. No restrooms on-site. Meet at the Romero Ruins Ramada.
Limited to 20 people: First Come, First Served
There is no cost to this program, but park entrance fees apply or bring your Arizona State Parks annual pass.

Carefree Under the Stars
2025-05-05 20:00 - 22:00 | Our Lady of Joy Church, 36811 N Pima Rd, Carefree, 85377
Join us for Carefree Under the Stars—a stargazing event in partnership with the Focus Astronomy Outreach organization. On Monday, May 5 from 8 – 10 p.m. in the Our Lady of Joy parking lot experience the wonders of the night sky through telescopes in this fun, hands-on evening under the stars.
Bring your own chairs, and feel free to bring the whole family! Enjoy pre-event activities hosted by Desert Foothills Land Trust before the stargazing begins.

Meet the Snakes
2025-05-07 15:30 - 16:00 | Chandler Nature Center, 4050 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ 85249, USA
Get up close and personal with Bob the Gopher Snake and Elvis the King Snake. Learn fun facts about these fascinating reptiles along with proper handling. Drop in the first Wednesday and Friday of the month to Meet the Snakes.

Public Star Party
2025-05-09 19:00 - 21:30 | Gilbert Riparian Reserve, 2757 E Guadalupe Rd,, Gilbert, AZ, 85234, United States
The East Valley Astronomy Club sponsors a free public star party each month at the Riparian Preserve in Gilbert. The event is scheduled on the second Friday of each month, weather permitting. The star party begins at dusk. You are encouraged to attend and observe through member’s telescopes.

East Valley Astronomy Club Public Star Party
2025-05-09 21:00 - 23:30 | Gilbert Riparian Reserve, 2757 E Guadalupe Rd,, Gilbert, AZ, 85234, United States

Upcoming Trail Workdays
2025-05-10 08:00 - 12:00 | TBD
Yavapai Trails Association has worked with Prescott National Forest to set up each 2nd Saturday of the month as a trail workday.
Contact yavapai.trails@gmail.com to sign up
Look for an email just before each scheduled workday to remind you to RSVP and announce the location. Thank you for all your volunteer hours.
*If you have them, please bring your own hard hat/bike helmet, gloves, and eye protection. If you don’t have them, we are able to provide those items. As always, make sure to wear long sleeve shirts, pants, closed-toe shoes, and bring snacks/water for the morning.

Compost Awareness Week Pop-up (3 30min sessions)
2025-05-10 08:30 - 10:30 | Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85712, United States
Tucson Botanical Gardens and co-host Tank’s Green Stuff are holding a Compost Awareness Week Pop-up on Saturday, May 10 from 8:30am – 10:30am! Tank’s will be teaching compost classes at 9:00am, 9:30am, and 10:00am in the Gardens’ compost demonstration area. Desert Compostables, UA Compost Cats, AZ Composting Council, and Inch by Inch Worm Castings will be on-site with activities and information to share.
Learn about the benefits of composting and get all the information you need to get started!

Engage in Fly Fishing at San Juan River
2025-05-10 14:00 - 17:00 | Fisheads San Juan River Lodge, 1796 NM-173, Navajo Dam, 87419
Join the group for a weeklong event of fly fishing on the San Juan River. This river is a top destination for fly fishing in Arizona.

Arizona Flycasters Monthly Meeting
2025-05-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Arizona American Italian Club, 7509 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020, USA
Join the monthly Fly Fishing Social Event night. There is always a great speaker and raffle, with all donations going to support the Community outreach partners, from Veterans to Youth activities.

Arizona Yacht Club Monthly Meeting
2025-05-13 19:00 - 20:30 | ​2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy Suite 1100 Tempe, AZ 85281​
Interested non-members and the general public are always welcome!
Join us for dinner and conversation around sailing. Learn all about what our club has to offer. We schedule interesting speakers every meeting!
AYC Mission Statement: The Arizona Yacht Club is the largest sailing organization in Arizona, enriching our community by promoting the sport of sailing through social activities, competitive racing, cruising, education, and fellowship among our members, their families, and friends.

May Bird Walk on San Pedro River
2025-05-14 07:00 - 10:00 | San Pedro House, Sierra Vista, AZ, United States
Along the San Pedro River, there are 100 to 250 migratory and wintering bird species to look for. The bird walk lasts for 2 to 3 hours on terrain that varies from easy to difficult. No dogs are allowed, but bird watchers can bring binoculars. Call (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org.

Desert FlyCasters Club
2025-05-14 18:30 - 21:00 | Chandler Elks Lodge #2429 B.P.O.E., 1775 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ, United States
Welcome to Desert Fly Casters ‘Trout Bums Wanted’
Our monthly meetings start with some social time to visit at 6:30 and at 7;00 we call to order and enjoy a speaker on different fishing related topics. Come join the fun, be come a member and enjoy our club outings!

Our Mission
Education & Skills:
We provide classes and clinics focused on fly fishing, fly casting, fly tying, rod building, and other essential angling techniques.

Conservation Commitment:
We are devoted to conserving, restoring, and enhancing our local and regional fisheries. Community & Enjoyment: Our goal is to make fly fishing approachable, enjoyable, and safe, especially within a family-friendly environment. Responsible Angling: We promote ethical and responsible angling practices to ensure the preservation of our cherished waters.

Leonard Canyon Fence Build
2025-05-16 12:00 - 2025-05-18 12:00
We will be finishing up a continuous rail fence build in Leonard Canyon on the Mogollon Rim that we started last fall. We camp all weekend and feed you from Friday supper through Sunday breakfast. Multiple jobs including cook help, general help, fence building help, etc. To volunteer, please email russj@arizonaelksociety.org

Youth Fishing Event - Southwest Wildlife Foundation
2025-05-17 08:00 - 12:00 | West Wetlands Pond, 1300 W. Water St, Yuma, 85364, United States
Southwest Wildlife Foundation (SWF) sponsored event for youth ages 5-15. SWF is providing all necessary equipment (poles, bait, etc.) Ramada #32 at the pond. Come out and enjoy a day of fishing on us. Youth must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
A valid Arizona Fishing License is required at all events. Anyone 10-17 years old can purchase a youth combo license for only $5. Anyone 18 years and older can purchase either a short-term, a fishing or a combo license. To purchase a License, visit www.azgfd.gov/fishing and click on Fishing Licenses & Regulations
Point of contact is Dennis Florence at 928-246-9649.

Family Workshop: All About Bird Nests
2025-05-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040, 2801 S Central Ave, United States
Join us for a fun and educational family workshop where we learn how birds create nests of various sizes and shapes! Discover the strategies birds use to build nests that withstand rough weather and protect them from predators. We will also create our own nests using sticks and other materials we find in the garden, ensuring they are durable against weather and predators.
¡Únase a nosotros en un taller familiar divertido y educativo donde aprenderemos cómo las aves crean nidos de varios tamaños y formas! Descubra las estrategias que utilizan las aves para construir nidos que resistan las inclemencias del tiempo y las protejan de los depredadores. También crearemos nuestros propios nidos utilizando palos y otros materiales que encontremos en el jardín, asegurándonos de que sean resistentes a la intemperie y a los depredadores.
Program Details:

This program will happen both indoors at the Rio Salado Audubon Center classroom, as well as outdoors in the garden (weather permitting).
The Center and garden area are all handicapped accessible, flat terrain. The garden trails are crushed refined gravel.
Registration required, with tickets offered on a sliding scale: $5 suggested donation per person to cover the cost of materials
Please register for 1 ticket per person
All children must be accompanied by an adult

Questions? Email Juliana Gomez, Senior Education Coordinator (juliana.gomez@audubon.org)
Detalles del Programa:

Este programa sera en el interior en la sels de clases y al aire libre en el jardín (si el clima lo permite)
El centro y el area del jardín son terrenos planos y accedibles para discapacitados. Los senderos del jardín son de grava refinada triturada.
Se requiere inscripción, los boletos se ofrecen según una escala móvil: donación sugerida de $5 por persona para cubrir el costo de los materiales.
Regístrese para obtener 1 entrada por persona.
Todos los niños deben estar acompañados por un adulto

¿Preguntas? Envíe un correo electrónico a Juliana Gomez, Coordinadora Superior de Educación (juliana.gomez@audubon.org)

Join Field Trip to Christopher Creek
2025-05-21 05:00 - 13:00 | Fountain Hills, AZ, USA
Join Kathe Anderson and other participants to travel to Christopher Creek, a hotspot for bird watching. Look for many species of migratory birds and woodpeckers around the creek. The walks are short, and participants are encouraged to bring binoculars and apply their birding skills.

Learn About Birds and Butterflies at Monarch Garden
2025-05-30 10:00 - 11:00 | The Monarch Waystation garden, 1600 N. Page Springs Rd., Cornville, 86325
Learn about the ecology and ecosystems of birds and butterflies in a garden-based lecture. Also learn tips and tricks on creating the ideal habitat for both species. Bring a chair, if you want, to sit in the garden and tools to take notes.

Venomous Reptiles of Tumamoc Hill
2025-05-31 08:00 - 10:00 | Tumamoc Hill Boathouse, Tucson, 85745, United States
Learn about the various species of venomous reptiles that live on Tumamoc Hill with Desert Laboratory Community Outreach Assistant and President of the Tucson Herpetological Society Robert A. Villa.
Located at the Boathouse at the base of Tumamoc Hill.
Free and open to all.

RECREATIONAL AREA CLEANUPS
2025-05-31 08:00 - 12:00 | BLM Box Canyon trailhead, Rincon Rd., Wickenburg, United States
Come join us to keep our trails clean! Staging area is at the BLM Box Canyon trailhead, 1/4 mile past the 2nd river crossing on Rincon Road, unless otherwise noted. Garbage bags, pick sticks, latex gloves, buckets and reflective vests provided. Bring work gloves and water.
Organizations/businesses are needed to sponsor monthly cleanups. No funding is required, sponsors recruit 5 or more volunteers. Contact info@wickenburgtrails.org for more information.

Habitat Project | Rock Rolling Vegetation Removal
2025-06-03 08:00 - 14:00 | Silver Creek Hatchery, 8800 Hatchery Rd, Show Low, 85901, United States
Silver Creek trout habitat has been severely impacted by flooding over the last several years. This project consists of manual and mechanical removal of aquatic vegetation to improve stream flow and angler access.
AZTU will be joining with the White Mountain Fly Fishers Club and others to do a stream restoration project on Silver Creek, near Show Low, in collaboration with AZGFD.
The scope of the project is to cut reeds along the creek shore to facilitate access to the water for anglers. There is also hydrilla, which grows in the creek that we will be removing. AZGFD gets its money from license sales. We are helping license purchasers get access to the water and to the fish.
Volunteers are welcome to come and go as needed. We could arrange a carpool.
The work involves using a couple of gas-powered pole hedge trimmers to cut the reeds. We then rake them to the bank where we pile them and load them into the bucket of a front-loader. Getting in the water in chest waders is an option. It is a fun project where we can make a difference in a day.
