Nature Fest Phoenix
A free community nature festival at the Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area, 7th Avenue Trailhead, hosted with Sonoran Audubon and partners. A river cleanup runs 8-9am before the festival.
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Wild In The City Skills Camp
Ben Avery Shooting Facility 4044 W. Black Canyon Blvd PhoenixAre you a kid between the ages of 7 & 15? This skills day camp is for you! Outdoor skills classes include: archery, wildlife, gun safety, survival bracelets, animal tracks, owl pellet dissection, kayaking, horsemanship and other skills and activities. Kids receive event shirts and goody bags. Information: www.arizonaelksociety.org, 623-444-4147 Important: Registration is required for each person in [...]
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Desert Discovery Day
Jewel of the Creek Preserve, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, USAJoin us for Desert Discovery Day on November 14, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at beautiful Jewel of the Creek Preserve in Cave Creek. This free family festival features hands-on activities, close encounters with native wildlife, and interactive exhibits celebrating the wonders of the Sonoran Desert. Hosted by Desert Foothills Land Trust, the [...]
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Lecture: Scottsdale Water’s Future
Mustang Library 10101 N 90th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesA lecture on the future of Scottsdale's water supply and sustainability planning, part of the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy's lecture series.
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Telescope Workshop 101: What to Buy
Apache Wash Trailhead Park 1600 E Sonoran Desert Dr, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesPhoenix Astronomical Society workshop on choosing your first telescope, at Apache Wash Trailhead Park, 1600 E Sonoran Desert Dr, Phoenix. End time is approximate.
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Local Public Star Party at Apache Wash
Apache Wash Trailhead Park 1600 E Sonoran Desert Dr, Phoenix, AZ, United StatesPublic star party hosted by the Phoenix Astronomical Society at Apache Wash Trailhead Park, 1600 E Sonoran Desert Dr, Phoenix. The gate closes at 7pm. End time is approximate.
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Brown’s Ranch: The Real Story – Educational Walk
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA half-mile, 90-minute walk on the history of Brown's Ranch with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Gateway to Windgate Pass Hike
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, United StatesA very difficult 7.5-mile hike (1,300 ft gain) from the Gateway Trailhead to Windgate Pass with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Buckeye/Arlington Farm Fields & Ponds Field Trip
TBDDesert Rivers Audubon field trip to farm fields and ponds in the Buckeye/Arlington area, led by Kathe Anderson. Meet at 1900 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe. Registration required; limited to 7 participants.
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Mentored Rabbit Hunts in September
5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United StatesGet signed up for Multiple Small Group Mentored Rabbit (cottontail & jackrabbit) Hunts throughout the year for new or beginning hunters. Date, time and location by arrangement. Topics offered include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, you will be walked [...]
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Walk Like a Tortoise – Educational Walk
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA walk of under a mile on desert tortoises and their habitat with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Noteworthy & Notorious Arizonans – Educational Hike
Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, United StatesAn easy hike with stories of lesser-known Arizona figures, led by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Youth Deer Camp Unit 36A, 36B & 36C
Buenos Aires Group Campsite Mile Post 4 - Arivaca Sasabe Rd ArivacaAre you a youth with a tag for Units 36A, 36B or 36C? This camp offers offers a large group campsite providing for dry camping for tents and camp trailers. There are 38 campsites and are first come first serve. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided on Friday and Saturday as well as breakfast on [...]
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Unit 41 Yuma Youth Small Game Camp
Palomas Plains - Hyder Palomas Harquahala Road and County 15th Street N Yuma CountyCalling hunters between the ages of 8 and 16! Come to this camp and learn to hunt small game, quail, and rabbits with experienced mentors. Outdoor activities are available at base camp. Meals are provided Friday evening through Sunday morning. Information: Kelly Young, kyoung@azgfd.gov, 928-341-4063 About the Location: GPS 33.0284, -113.4805 Important: Registration is required for each [...]
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Arlington Valley Excursion with Tom Locascio
TBDSonoran Audubon birding excursion to the Arlington Valley led by Tom Locascio. Limited to 12 participants. To sign up and get the meeting location, email locascio2000@hotmail.com.
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Gilbert Community Bird Walk
Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch 2757 E Guadalupe Rd, Gilbert, AZ, United StatesDesert Rivers Audubon community bird walk at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, 2757 E Guadalupe Rd, Gilbert. Free; no reservation needed.
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Crested Saguaro – Educational Hike
Granite Mountain Trailhead 31402 N 136th St, Scottsdale, United StatesA difficult 8-mile hike for experienced hikers to see a crested saguaro, led by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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A Meditation Walk
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA half-mile mindful walk on the Jane Rau Trail with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Scenic Rock Formations Ride
Fraesfield Trailhead 13400 East Rio Verde Drive, Scottsdale, United StatesA moderate-pace group ride of about 12 miles for beginner to intermediate riders, led by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Bubbling Ponds / Page Springs with Bob McCormick
Bubbling Ponds Preserve 1970 N Page Springs Rd, CornvilleSonoran Audubon birding outing to the Bubbling Ponds / Page Springs Fish Hatchery area led by Bob McCormick. Carpool departs from I-17 & Bell Rd at 7:30am. Limited to 12 participants.
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Glendale Recharge Ponds with Kathe Coot
Glendale Recharge Ponds New River Trail E, GlendaleSonoran Audubon bird outing at the Glendale Recharge Ponds led by Kathe Coot. Limited to 7 participants. Register by emailing Kathe.coot@cox.net.
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All Afield Hike with AWF at Ramsey Canyon
Ramsey Canyon Preserve Sierra Vista, AZNestled in the Huachuca Mountains, Ramsey Canyon Preserve is one of North America's premier birding destinations, where a cool, spring-fed riparian forest supports an extraordinary diversity of wildlife, including hummingbirds, elegant trogons, butterflies, and other species found few other places in the United States. The shady trail winds through Arizona's unique Sky Island ecosystem, offering [...]
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Trailside Bike Repair Basics
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA hands-on McDowell Sonoran Conservancy class on basic trailside bike maintenance: a pre-ride checklist, the tools to carry, and step-by-step chain and tire repair for tubed and tubeless setups. Free; space is limited, so save your spot with the RSVP on the event page.
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Lecture: Master Planned Developments in Scottsdale
Mustang Library 10101 N 90th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesMcDowell Sonoran Conservancy lecture with Don Hadder on master planned developments in Scottsdale, at the Mustang Library. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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More Pie Please – Thanksgiving Hike
Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th Street, Scottsdale, United StatesA moderate 2.5-mile Thanksgiving morning hike (about 1.5 hours) with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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White Tank Mountain Regional Park with Tom Locascio
White Tanks Regional Park 20304 West White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell, AZ, United StatesSonoran Audubon bird outing at White Tank Mountain Regional Park led by Tom Locascio. Questions: locascio2000@hotmail.com.
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Sonoran Desert Discovery – Educational Walk
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, United StatesA guided walk giving an overview of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve's geology and ecology, led by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Mentored Predator Hunts in November
5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United StatesMultiple Small Group Mentored Predator Hunts are available throughout the year for new or beginning hunters. Schedule a date, time and location that works for you. Topics include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, your group will learn the ins [...]
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Mentored Quail Hunts in November
5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United StatesMultiple Small Group Mentored Quail / Upland Bird Hunts throughout the Sesaon (Oct. 16 - Feb. 7, 2027) for new or beginning hunters. Schedule a date, time and location that works for you. Topics include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the [...]
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Mentored Rabbit Hunts in November
5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA 2798 E Carefree Hwy, United StatesMultiple Small Group Mentored Rabbit (cottontail & jackrabbit) Hunts throughout the year for new or beginning hunters. Date, time and location by arrangement. Offerings include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, we will walk you through all the ins and [...]
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