Becoming an Outdoors Woman Workshop - Arizona Wildlife Federation (AWF)
2026-04-24 17:00 - 2026-04-26 23:30 (America/Phoenix) | Arizona Game and Fish Department Headquarters, 5000 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086, USA, United States
Discover the joy of the outdoors at the Arizona Wildlife Federation’s 3-day Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Workshop, designed for women ages 18 and up. Whether you’re brand new to outdoor skills or looking to build confidence and sharpen what you already know, this hands-on, inclusive experience is all about learning, exploring, making lifelong friends, and having fun.
Participants can choose from a wide variety of engaging classes, including:

Gun safety & shooting

Fishing & camping skills

Archery & plant identification

Dutch-oven cooking

Rappelling

Field dressing & game processing

…and much more!

🌟 No experience required—just bring your curiosity and sense of adventure.📧 Questions? Contact trica@azwildlife.org

Tour Presidio of Santa Cruz de Terrenate
2026-04-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate Trailhead,
Tour the Presidio of Santa Cruz de Terrenate, a fort that was briefly occupied by Spanish settlers in the San Pedro River Valley. Enjoy the three-mile walk on even trails and rocky, uneven hills. Call (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org for assistance.

Celebrate the San Pedro!
2026-04-25 09:00 - 14:00 | San Pedro House, Sierra Vista, AZ, United States
The Friends of the San Pedro River spring festival explores the cultural and natural history of the Upper San Pedro River Valley. It will feature great activities for adults and kids, a series of talks, and informational displays. The event this year will emphasize cultural history -you will be able to throw an atlatl, make an adobe brick, learn about the Clovis mammoth hunters and other native cultures, hear the latest on the restoration of Camp Naco, find out about the Amerind Foundation, and more. We will delve into the natural history of the area as well, with speakers and displays on the plants and animals that live here.
You will have the chance to interact with and ask experts your questions about nature and history. We will have art projects for you and your kids to participate in. This festival is timed to welcome the return of the birds as they migrate north from the tropics, and the day will start with a bird species count at locations around the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area that birders of all levels are invited to join – stick around to learn the results of the team competition!
Celebrate the San Pedro! is free and open to all. It will be held in the gardens around the San Pedro House, eight miles east of Sierra Vista on Highway 90 – you can search for it and get directions in Google maps. Call(520) 508-4445 or email us at FSPR@sanpedroriver.org for moreinformation.

Attend Nature Walk and Activities at Rio Salado
2026-04-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040, 2801 S Central Ave, United States
Adults, children and families are encouraged to take an easy, scenic walk through the Rio Salado area. After the walk, enjoy outdoor games and arts and crafts activities. Email riosalado@audubon.org or call 602-468-6470 for more information.

History Walk to Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate
2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate Trailhead,
Join a walking tour of the Spanish Presidio of Santa Cruz de Terrenate. This fort was operational during the late 1770s, the centerpiece for a planned Spanish occupation of the San Pedro River Valley that failed. This is a three-mile round trip walk over trails, uneven ground, and rocky slopes. The return is gradually uphill. Please realistically assess your ability to do this walk. There is no shade, and it will be hot on sunny days. Wear a hat, sun protection, appropriate clothing, and sturdy shoes. Bring water and snacks. The walk is free; reservations are not required. Participants must sign a liability waiver before he walk starts. Meet at the Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate Trailhead, located 1.7miles north of Highway 82 on the east side of In Balance Ranch Road. In Balance Ranch Road (N. Kellar Road on Google Maps) is a north turn off of Highway 82,8.3 miles east of Whetstone, about 1 mile west of the San Pedro River. There is a large parking area at the Trailhead where the group will meet. “Presidio Santa Cruz Terrenate Trailhead” is searchable in Google Maps. For more information, call (520)508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org. Hosted by the Friends of the San Pedro River.

Homeschool Fishing Day – Program
2026-04-27 09:30 - 12:30 | Yavapai Lakes/Urban Forest, 8800 E. Lakeshore Drive, Prescott Valley, 86304, United States
9:30 – 9:45 AM | Check-In + Safety Brief

Sign-in + group assignments
Quick license check for 10+ fishing. Fish Stickers Issued.
Safety overview:

EAP, FA Kit & Safety Personnel Identified
Casting awareness
Hook safety
Buddy system

9:45 – 11:00 AM | Mentored Fishing Session

Quick demo (5 min max): casting + baiting
Active fishing with instructor support
Focus on:

Hands-on learning
Landing and handling fish
Stringer or basket methods for keeping catch.
One-on-one mentoring where needed

11:00 – 11:30 AM | Clean & Prep

Organize fishing gear
AZGFD WM Presentation
Clean fish (if keeping catch)

Basic gutting demo
Sanitation + safe handling

Handwashing + reset at ramada

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Cooking Session

Simple trout/ cat/ pan fish cook (foil wrap/ grill/ fillet)
Teach:

Fire/cooking safety
Basic outdoor cooking skills

Tasting

12:00 – 12:20 PM | Wrap-Up

Certificates / recognition
Final cleanup

Questions? call Bryan Pennington at 928-522-3269

Volunteer to Help Displaced Burrowing Owls
2026-05-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Wild At Heart Raptor Center, 31840 N 45th St, Cave Creek, 85331
This event involves trapping and relocating burrowing owls to safer, less crowded areas where they will live in peace. Tools and guided instructions are provided to volunteers.

Volunteer for Habitat Restoration at Rio Salado
2026-05-09 08:00 - 11:00 | Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center, 3131 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040, 2801 S Central Ave, United States
Volunteer to improve habitat restoration this weekend. Remove invasive plants, maintain the trail, collect seeds, install plants and pick up trash.

Panel & Social | Riparian Restoration and Wildlife Corridors - Arizona Wildlife Federation
2026-05-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Tombstone Brewing Company, 107 E Toughnut Street, Tombstone, 85638
Are you interested in riparian restoration and wildlife corridors? Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to discuss the Upper San Pedro watershed.
Join the Arizona Wildlife Federation for a Panel Discussion and Happy Hour with experts on nature-based solutions (NBS) that support natural water resources.
We invite you to join us for our Conservation Cantina: Panel + Happy Hour at Tombstone Brewing Company in Sierra Vista.
Our lineup of experts include:

Arizona Wildlife Federation
Borderlands Restoration Network
National Wildlife Federation
Wildlands Network
Southern Arizona Quail Forever

They will share insights and answer your questions. From wildlife connectivity to critical riparian habitat restoration, this is a chance to hear directly from the people who know the work.
Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of wildlife and water in the Upper San Pedro watershed!
No Registration Required – Open Public Event

Help Kids Learn About Bugs
2026-06-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Frances Short Pond, 755 N Bonito St., Flagstaff, 86001
Children and families will learn about insects and view them up close at different stations. We will head down to the pond and try to catch insects, and plant seeds for a butterfly plant and do more family-friendly activities.

Look for Prairie Dogs in the Four Corners
2026-07-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Campbell Mesa Trailhead, Forest Service Rd 790, Flagstaff, 86004
Look for Gunnison’s prairie dogs, a species native to Flagstaff that are seen in the grasslands. Visitors should be cautious of these animals and keep pets on leashes.
