March 11- 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 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 [...]
Meet just off the parking lot into the Water Ranch from Guadalupe Road, at the west entrance, in front of you as you drive in. This walk is geared for adults, but children are welcome. Starts at 7:15am, lasts about 90 min. – 2 hours, with additional wrap up time at the end to go [...]
Join Friends of the Tonto NF in removing fountain and buffel grasses at Massacre Grounds TH Event Registration Form Liability Waiver Form
Join us to weed, water & prune the Hummingbird Habitat. Bring gloves, hat, sunscreen, water & garden tools and enjoy a cool early morning in our walled bird garden. More here: Photos of our work in the Habitat: http://www.flickr.com/photos/desertriversaudubon/sets/72157626027704066/ City's Habitat webpage: http://www.chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=679 The Hummingbird Habitat @ Desert Breeze Park is a recognized Desert Rivers [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Match Director: Jim Merritt //57 SHOTS//Steel targets \\50 -200 Yards \\ MAX SCORE 70 Match held Monthly on every 2nd Sunday @ 8AM on Bay #10 Contact Jim Merritt for more information @ 928-692-1318
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 for a guided family hike where we will learn about pond life. We will also collect trash along the way! RSVP Link: Please be sure to read all of the event details on page 1 and the rsvp details on page 2of the sign up form - link below **Registration is not final [...]
March 13- Sunday, 7:30 amFort Lowell ParkSign up on the Field Trip PageTrip difficulty: Easy. 1 mile loop on mostly level ground. Restroom facilities available.Fort Lowell Park, in central Tucson features historic buildings and a bit of local history, and also offers a mix of urban and natural habitat, making it home to a wide variety of [...]
Enjoy a “pawsitively” perfect morning stroll through the Garden as you and your pup explore the beauty and sniffs of the trails.
The Bluff Trail is one of the most scenic trails in McDowell Mountain Regional Park. It is also home to several unusual plant species not commonly seen on other trails. Discover the hidden treasures of this route on a hike of moderate difficulty. Bring plenty of drinking water and sturdy hiking shoes. Meet at playground [...]
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/272351880807 Join the local organizers of the 2022 City Nature Challenge to learn what the challenge is all about and how you can participate. There will be a brief informational presentation, followed by an opportunity to practice using iNaturalist. At the end we will have an open discussion with time to have your questions answered
For more information or to register, visit our volunteer portal here.
The ATA VETS Program and Tonto National Forest Service are excited to announce the First Annual VETS Backpacking Trip near the Arizona Trail Gateway Community of Pine, AZ! The VETS crew will be hiking into Oak Spring Canyon and camping on the trail in an effort to build a reroute section on Passage 25, named "View Switchback". Unlike previous VETS events, we [...]
March 14- Monday, 8:00 amSabino Canyon Birding & Natural HistorySign up on the Field Trip PageTrip difficulty: Moderate. 3 mile hiking loop on some uneven rocky trails.We’ll bird Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, with particular attention to the natural history of the canyon and the surrounding habitats, walking a loop that includes both Sonoran desert upland [...]
Monday, March 14, 11am - 12pmVirtual Presentation: Invite Pollinators to Your Yard | Presenter: Kim MatsushinoSoutheast Arizona is buzzing with pollinators! With over 1,200 native bee species and the second-highest number of butterfly species in the US, Arizona is truly a hotspot for pollinators. Join us for our third installment in the Bringing Birds Home Recipe [...]
Learn about butterflies, identification and their food sources on an easy stroll with the ranger. Click program title for registration information. Join a ranger for an easy stroll around the Nature Center and nearby areas to learn about butterflies that can be found in our desert. You will see some of the plants that are [...]
About the Event Expert hunting tips, calling and how tos. Raffles, auctions, door prizes, refreshments, etc. Seating is limited. Food donation for raffle. • Location: Calvary Community Church, Phoenix • Hosted by: Christian Hunters of America • Contact: David, davidmyrick@christian huntersofamerica.org, (602) 309-3430 About the Location Use west side entrance off 28th Dr. Contact info@desertchristianarchers.org [...]
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Birds & Brew Happy Hour is March 15, on the patio at the Desert Monks Brewing Company, 1094 S Gilbert Rd #101 in Gilbert Town Square. We will start at 6:30 p.m. On your way, pick up appetizers or dinner at one of the restaurants at Gilbert Town Square. Our speaker is Kathy Balman (DRAS [...]
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. This is the third in the series. In this session, we will focus on the different feline species found in [...]
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 [...]
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Details On Saturday, March 26, 2022, from 9:00 to 10:30 AM, members of the Greater Phoenix Orienteering Club and the City of Peoria Parks and Recreation Department will present a clinic teaching basic navigation concepts used in orienteering. The clinic is offered outdoors at Paloma Park, just east of the intersection of Lake Pleasant Parkway [...]
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