Glendale Recharge Ponds First Saturday Meet-up
A leaderless, drop-in bird meet-up at the Glendale Recharge Ponds, held the first Saturday of each month November through April. Show up, bring binoculars, and bird with fellow enthusiasts.
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Glendale Recharge Ponds New River Trail E, Glendale
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Chandler Community Bird Walk
Veterans Oasis Park 4050 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ, United StatesDesert Rivers Audubon community bird walk at Veterans Oasis Park, 4050 E Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler. Free; no reservations needed.
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Sunrise Trail to Andrews-Kinsey Trail Hike
Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th Street, Scottsdale, United StatesA very difficult 6.8-mile guided hike (about 4 hours, 1,187 ft gain) with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Arizona Navigation Competition #3 – Sonoran Desert Navigation Games
Are you up for a challenge? Come on out either solo or with your team and compete in the games! Adventure Race 6/12-hour run/bike/paddle Navigation by foot and optionally by mountain bike and packraft Teams of 1 to 4 Individuals (Solos allowed) Inflatable and portable watercraft only Rograine 3/6/13-hour rograine Navigation on foot Solos and [...]
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Introduction to Mountain Biking: Beginner Session 1
Pima Dynamite Trailhead 28777 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, United StatesA two-session beginner clinic from the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy for riding dirt trails with more confidence. Session 1 covers bike setup and safety checks, turning, pedaling, shifting, braking, body positioning and trail etiquette, with about 1 mile of skills practice and a 3-5 mile ride on easy trails. Meet at the south end of the [...]
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Tumamoc Youth Program: Learn about Cacti
Tumamoc Hill Boathouse Tucson, United StatesJoin us for the Tumamoc Hill Youth Program! Each month will have a new theme, speaker, and art activity. All events are free! Learn about Cacti Join us for a quick, kid-friendly science presentation by University of Arizona Graduate student Laura Shriver followed by an art activity with poet Nellie Papsdorf! All materials provided. Location: The [...]
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Sonoran Desert Discovery – Educational Walk
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA guided walk giving an overview of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve's geology, plants and animals, led by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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3rd Annual Arizona Steps Against Melanoma
Freestone Park 1045 E Juniper Ave, GilbertJoin the 3rd Annual Steps Against Melanoma Walk: The Journey to a Cure Starts with a Single Step! Join us at Freestone Park in Gilbert on Sunday, November 8, for a fun, family-friendly morning supporting the fight against melanoma! Whether you're a runner, casual walker, melanoma survivor, caregiver, or simply looking for a fun way [...]
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Women’s Bike Ride (Beginner)
Pima Dynamite Trailhead 28777 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, United StatesA women's beginner group ride of about 9 miles (about 3 hours, 400 ft gain) with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Sonoran Sundays: Desert Wildlife and Safety
Gateway Trailhead 18333 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, United StatesMcDowell Sonoran Conservancy's Sonoran Sundays series at the Gateway Trailhead: Desert Wildlife and Safety, presented by the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Dark Sky Star Party at Picketpost Trailhead
Picketpost Mountain TrailheadPhoenix Astronomical Society dark sky star party at the Picketpost Trailhead near Superior. End time is approximate.
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Introduction to the Preserve and Conservancy
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesAn orientation hike of about 7 miles (about 3 hours) introducing the McDowell Sonoran Preserve and the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Brown’s Mountain, Cone Mountain, Latigo Loop Hike
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA difficult 6.3-mile loop hike (about 3 hours, 366 ft gain) with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Sonoran Speaker Series: Bears
Valley of the Sun J 12701 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ, United StatesJoin the Sonoran Speaker Series for an evening exploring the hidden world of black bears in Arizona. Presented by Jeff Meyers of the Arizona Game and Fish Department, this free lecture dives into black bear behavior, habitat, and the surprisingly complex lives they lead across our state. Learn how these animals are adapting alongside growing [...]
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Meet Liberty Wildlife’s Real-Life Dinosaurs
Southeast Regional Library 775 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert, AZ, United StatesDesert Rivers Audubon monthly speaker series: meet live birds from Liberty Wildlife. Held in person at the Southeast Regional Library in Gilbert, with a Zoom option.
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Veterans Day Hike
Lost Dog Wash Trailhead 12601 N. 124th Street, Scottsdale, United StatesAn easy 3-mile loop hike (about 250 ft gain) honoring veterans, with a ceremony at the end, hosted by the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Bird Walk at Mission Garden
Mission Gardens 946 W Mission Ln, Tucson,, AZ, United StatesA resident bird expert leads a walk through Mission Garden to observe the birds that live in or visit the garden. Take your time, explore the grounds, and learn about local birds. Everyone is welcome, whether you are an experienced birder or just curious. Bring binoculars and comfortable walking shoes. Meet at the front entrance. [...]
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Desert Surfaces – Educational Walk
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA guided walk exploring lichen, desert varnish and soil crust with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Estrella Mountain Regional Park with Tom Locascio
Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W Vineyard Ave, Goodyear, AZ, United StatesSonoran Audubon bird outing at Estrella Mountain Regional Park led by Tom Locascio. Questions: locascio2000@hotmail.com.
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Brown’s Ranch Homestead – Educational Hike
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesAn interpretive hike to the historic Brown's Ranch homestead with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Introductory Falconry Skills Camp
rockin' river Ranch State Park 4513 S Salt Mine Rd, Camp VerdeDo you want to learn more about falconry? Come to this day long camp and learn about raptor biology & ecology, state regulations, equipment requirements, raptor health and husbandry, and attend hunts with master falconers. For participants ages 11 and up Contact: email arizonafalconers@gmail.com Important: Registration is required for each person in the party attending the [...]
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Introduction to Mountain Biking: Beginner Session 2
Pima Dynamite Trailhead 28777 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, United StatesSession 2 of the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy's beginner mountain biking clinic. It reviews Session 1 skills and adds balance drills, Relaxed and Ready positions, smooth shifting and emergency stopping, followed by a 3-5 mile ride on easy trails. Session 1 (Nov 7) is required; one ticket covers both sessions. Meet at the south end of [...]
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Nature’s Medicine Cabinet – Educational Walk
Brown's Ranch Trailhead 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, United StatesA guided walk on medicinal plants, global and local, with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Free; RSVP on the event page.
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Nature Fest Phoenix
2801 S. 7th Avenue (Rio Salado 7th Avenue Trailhead) 2801 S. 7th Avenue (Rio Salado 7th Avenue Trailhead)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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