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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 [...]

Guided Bird Walk (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

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

Learn about the breeding resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Anne Leight. Click on program title for more details. Did you know that over 300 species of birds have been found at the Hassayampa River Preserve? Enjoy an easy-paced walk with seasoned birder and bird bander Anne Leight to [...]

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 [...]

Beginner Mountain Bike Clinic and Ride

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142, Arizona

Learn about your bike and riding equipment with local experts and take a short group ride. So you want to get into mountain biking? Or do you need to freshen up your riding skills? If so, then this clinic is geared for you. No matter the reason, like any new sport, mountain biking can be [...]

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. San Pedro House a historic ranch house restored by the Friends of the San Pedro River is a bookstore and gift shop run by volunteers. The area around the San Pedro House features interpretive signs of various native plants of the area, [...]

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 [...]

Event Series Try Archery Free Event

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)

Lung Force Walk Kick Off

Road Runner Sports 43 South McCliintock Dr, Tempe, AZ, United States

Hear from Arizona Executive Director, Board Members, and LUNG FORCE Ambassadors. Enjoy refreshments, raffle prizes, and exclusive discounts! Join the American Lung Association in Arizona as we kick off our LUNG FORCE Walk with Road Runner Sports Tempe Marketplace! You'll hear from the Arizona Executive Director, Board Members, and LUNG FORCE Ambassadors on the importance [...]

Creatures of the Night Walk (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

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

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, [...]

Bird walk at Sierra Vista EOP

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

Bird walk at the Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations.

Guided Dragonfly Walk–REGISTRATION REQUIRED

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

Learn about dragonflies and damselflies during this guided walk on the trails with Ranger Eric. 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 Ranger Eric for a guided walk along the river and lake trails to explore the fascinating [...]

Field Trip: El Rio Open Space

El Rio Open Space 10190 N. Coachline Blvd, Marana, AZ, United States

May 9, Monday, 7:00 am  El Rio Open Space Registration for this walk is free. REGISTRATION FULL Trip difficulty:  Easy.  No gain in elevation.  1.5 miles on dirt and paved trails.  Restroom and water available at trailhead.  Trip duration about 2.5 hours.  We’ll start with a spotting scope on the viewing platform, then wander the ‘long way’ around the pond. [...]

Field Trip: Rose Canyon

Rose Canyon Mount Lemon, AZ, United States

May 9- Monday, 8:00 am Rose Canyon Registration for this walk is free. | REGISTRATION FULL Trip Difficulty: Moderate. ~3 mile hike out-and-back via a paved road with ~500 ft elevation change (down going in, up coming back). Pit toilets available. Rose Canyon is a ponderosa pine forest at 7000′ elevation. We will slowly bird Rose [...]

Field Trip: Fort Lowell Park

Fort Lowell Park 2900 N Craycroft Rd, Tucson, AZ, United States

May 10- Tuesday, 7:00 AM Fort Lowell Park Registration for this walk is free. | REGISTRATION FULL Trip Difficulty: Easy, around 1 mile on paved and unpaved surfaces, including grass and gravel. Restrooms and water available at the park.  Fort Lowell Park in Tucson offers a few different types of habitat in a compact space, [...]

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