Join us as we look at the plants and animals that live in the riparian area along a perennial stretch of Cave Creek. The hike will take us through the Jewel of the Creek Preserve and along the lower Dragonfly Trail for a distance of approximately 1.5 miles. Meet in the main Spur Cross parking area. Registration is [...]
Join us as we look at the plants and animals that live in the riparian area along a perennial stretch of Cave Creek. The hike will take us through the Jewel of the Creek Preserve and along the lower Dragonfly Trail for a distance of approximately 1.5 miles. Meet in the main Spur Cross parking area. Registration is [...]
About the Event Learn trap shooting, archery, BB gun range, quail biology, and more. Quail hunt for youth ages 12-17. Gear and instruction provided. • Location: Empire Ranch, north of Sonoita • Hosted by: Southern Arizona Quail Forever • Contact: Tony, (520) 465-6569, avalen18@aol.com About the Location Camp is located at the Empire Ranch Airstrip Group [...]
Deserts are often thought of as "lands without water." But here in southern Arizona, our two distinct rainy seasons bring this landscape to life. On this half-mile interpretive hike, learn about where our water comes from, how to find it, and the remarkable plants and animals that thrive wherever it is available! Bring drinking water and [...]
**COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS** -A mask is REQUIRED inside our buildings and as much as possible outside. We have masks to purchase in the gift shop if needed. -Groups are limited to 20 or less -Social distancing is required Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. [...]
Join Spur Cross Ranger Kevin as he visits Cave Creek Regional Park in search of butterflies. This easy walk will cover the butterfly species you can find in the area, when to look for them, and which native plants you can grow to attract and support their populations. The hike will be approximately two miles in [...]
Feb 27- Sunday, 8:00 AMUrban Birding for Complete Beginners- Kennedy ParkSign up on the Field Trip PageJoin Kirsten Howe on bi-monthly birding walks designed for those new to birding and Tucson Audubon! These walks will be held in a different urban park each time and will focus on using binoculars, understanding bird behavior, and finding [...]
Enjoy a “pawsitively” perfect morning stroll through the Garden as you and your pup explore the beauty and sniffs of the trails.
**COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS** -A mask is REQUIRED inside our buildings and as much as possible outside. We have masks to purchase in the gift shop if needed. -Groups are limited to 20 or less -Social distancing is required Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. [...]
Tuesday, March 1, 11:00 AMVirtual Book Talk: The Bald Eagle | Author Jack E. DavisRegistration for this event is free. | Register HereJoin us to hear Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jack E. Davis speak about his new book, The Bald Eagle, a sweeping environmental and cultural history releasing on March 1st, 2022. Taking us from before the nation’s founding, when native [...]
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Throughout March, join educators from the Arizona Game and Fish Department as we celebrate mammals! Each week, we will feature a new webinar designed specifically for educators to help bring wildlife concepts into your classroom. To kick off the series, this session will focus on mammals in general. What makes a mammal? How did they [...]
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 [...]
Enjoy an after-work mountain bike ride on the Arizona Trail, meet like-minded business professionals, and support the Arizona Trail Association! RSVP for this casual event through Facebook or by contacting chris@cirrusvisual.com
Registration is now open for our 2022 Cohort 4 class. Learn more and register here https://azmnmcp.org/become-a-mcpmn
Queen Valley has several ponds we will start there and explore the area. We are in contact with BTA to see if we can get discounted entry for DRAS. To sign up contact Lois Hammer at dearlois@cox.net.
East Woodland RoadSign up on the Field Trip PageTrip difficulty: Moderate. 2-mile hiking round trip on uneven surfaces. No restrooms or drinking water available.Driving directions: Tanque Verde Road east of Catalina Highway to Woodland Road. Right turn onto Woodland Road and continue south until the road bends and turns west. We will meet where the [...]
March 3, Thursday, 9:00 amPena Blanca LakeRegistration fee: $20/member, $40/non-member | Sign up on the Field Trip PageTrip 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 [...]
Thursday, March 3, 11am - 12pmVirtual Presentation: Basics of Birding--A Rapidly Growing Hobby | Presenter: Tyler FickerBirdwatching is becoming a more popular hobby at a faster rate than ever! With the rise in people spending more time at home, many have turned to their backyard and local birds for enjoyment. For some, this continued to a fully-fledged hobby [...]
Abel Talbo 602-525-0699 or Valerie 602-525-5006
About the Event Jackrabbit hunt camp for juniors that have completed Hunter Education. Learn the basics about biology, hunting skills, and cleaning and cooking jackrabbits. Meeting on: Date Time Friday, March 4, 2022 8:00am - 5:00pm Saturday, March 5, 2022 8:00am - 5:00pm Sunday, March 6, 2022 8:00am - 5:00pm • Location: Three Points, southwest [...]
March 4- Friday, 8:15 amOracle State ParkSign up on the Field Trip PageBird beautiful Oracle State Park situated at 4500 ft. elevation which means cooler temperatures and the chance to see some higher elevation species like Woodhouse's Scrub Jay, Crissal Thrasher, and Canyon Towhee. Walk 1-2 miles on fairly level terrain and meet at the Kannally Ranch House/Visitor [...]
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 [...]
Learn about butterflies of the Sonoran Desert and plants you can use to attract them to your garden! Click on title for more details. Learn about butterflies of the Sonoran Desert, the native flowering plants they rely on, and which plants to put in your garden to attract butterflies and other pollinators on this guided [...]
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