Come visit us in Carefree to learn about orienteering and complete an orienteering course! https://www.citysuntimes.com/news/carefree/town-of-carefree-hosts-earth-day-celebration/article_aba5aea6-aebc-11ec-a426-4ff667200c49.html
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)
Meet the Ranger in the Nature Center to learn about these important pollinators! We'll explore the "Pollinator Garden" and surrounding areas to find a variety of butterflies and other pollinators. No pets, please. Bring plenty of water. Wear sturdy shoes. COVID-19 GUIDELINES: Program Info. Pre-registration is required. To register, call Cave Creek Regional Park at (602) 506-2930. [...]
Owl Watch at ASU Polytechnic at 5 p.m. to observe the Burrowing Owl habitat. Leave your car at Lot 32 and walk to the observation point on South Lenox. Watch this calendar and the newsletter for seasonal time changes.
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, [...]
You've probably heard that scorpions glow under black light. But have you ventured into the night to find them? Join our ranger on a late evening hike as we explore the mysterious and fascinating world of scorpions! Bring drinking water, sturdy hiking shoes, and a black light (if you have one). Meet at Nature Center.
About the Event For adult women in a fun, safe environment. Learn fishing, hunting, kayaking, hiking, rappelling, camping, evening activities, meals and lodging. Fee required. Meeting on: Date Time Sunday, April 24, 2022 12:00am - 2:00pm Friday, April 29, 2022 5:00pm - 11:45pm Saturday, April 30, 2022 12:00am - 11:45pm • Location: Prescott Area - [...]
Did you know that the Sonoran Desert is home to more than 2,000 species of plants? On this half-mile hike, explore the lives of our native species, from the iconic saguaro to the resilient desert ironwood. Bring drinking water and sturdy hiking shoes. Meet at Nursery Tank trailhead.
Mt Ord FR 1688 Mon. April 25th Meet at 6AM. Probably 4-5 hrs of birding. Limited to 8 people ( 2-3 vehicles). It is a great time to go there. Arrivals of Virginia and Graces warblers, Painted redstarts, Black Headed grosbeaks, Scotts Orioles, Gray vireos, Black chinned sparrows. Also, year round Hairy and Acorn [...]
April 25 – Monday, 7:00 amSabino CanyonRegistration for this trip is free. | Register HereTrip Difficulty: Moderate. 3 mile hiking loop on both pavement and uneven, rocky trails, limited elevation gain.We will explore the beautiful Sabino Canyon Recreation Area with a focus on finding our backyard desert birds and hopefully seeing some seasonal visitors. While the [...]
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 [...]
Meet for a bird walk at Gilbert Riparian Preserve, at the west end of the parking lot at 7 a.m. After the walk we will meet for social time at Coffee Rush at 8:15.
April 26- Tuesday, 8:00 a.m. Willcox Ponds: Spring Migration for Beginners Registration for this trip is free. | Register here beginning March 12 Come see the shorebirds, ducks, gulls and swallows headed north. Those new to birding or who are mobility challenged are especially invited, since we will bird from our cars. Be ready for sun, [...]
We’ll leave the Scottsdale area about 5:15 and bird our way into Seven Springs. There, we’ll explore a trail and one or more picnic areas to see what migrants have arrived for the summer, and what might be passing through. We can hope for a nice variety of desert species on the way there, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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.
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.
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.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
For more information or to register, visit our volunteer portal here.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
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)
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 [...]
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