TRAIL SKILLS INSTITUTE MODULE 5: CONSTRUCTION includes: corridor clearing; tread and backslope; climbing turns and switchbacks; retaining structures; drainage; rehabilitation and finishing. Location for this event is TBD. Registration for our two-day trainings is $125 per person / $75 per person for ATA Stewards and includes professional instruction, a Trail Assessment Handbook, four meals, and […]
Javelina Jundred is the original costumed 100 mile trail run party. We are celebrating 20 Years in the desert, Jalloween weekend, October 29, 2022! The race is held on a ~20 mile rolling single track trail course comprised mostly of the Pemberton Trail in beautiful McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona. Join us for the […]
The Night Race within a race! Not ready for 100 Miles or 100K but want to experience Javelina for yourself? This night race has a one loop option for runners who want to experience Javelina and the infamous party at Jackass Junction first hand! Runners are encouraged to dress up for this unique “Jalloween” adventure! […]
Boo at the Zoo is a fun family event held every October 31st. 2021 is extra special since Boo falls on a Sunday! This year gates will open for Boo at 5:00 pm for families with children 6 and under and at 6pm for all ages. Last admission will be at 8:30 pm. Come in costume […]
Interpretive walk led by docents of the Friends of the San Pedro River. The San Pedro House, a 1930’s-era converted ranch house operating as a gift and bookstore, leads guided interpretive walks/hikes along the river and throughout the adjacent area, presents educational programs to schools and community groups, and assists the BLM in a variety [...]
Desert Sky Archers has partnered with the Ben Avery Shooting Facility to bring a introductory archery clinic to the public. This 1 hour class is an overview of our sport. We discuss safety, equipment and the shot cycle. The classes are held on Saturday mornings several times a year.
Intro to Camping At Intro to Camping we learn and discuss the basics of camping. All members are required to attend Intro to Camping before going on ANY of our Camping adventures. Atabey members will: Learn camping terms and gear Learn to set up and break down Camp Create a Camp itinerary and gear list [...]
Join us for coffee, clean up and camaraderie at our Salt River Saturday Clean Ups. Meet at the Blue Point Bridge at 9:00 AM. After collecting some trash, it’s time to fish and connect with other anglers.
3G archery club offers free event to try out shooting a bow! First timers please, all equipment provided! Ages 8 to 88. To register text name and age and which Saturday you're interested in to 602-320-5132 (you can call too)
Tohono Chul Garden Walk Registration for this walk is free. Trip Difficulty: Easy, ~1 mile walking on paved paths. Restrooms available. Join Tucson Audubon for a birding walk at Tohono Chul! This popular destination near the intersection of Ina and Oracle Roads has cultivated gardens, art exhibits and winding trails with many birds typical of [...]
Ages: At least 5 but less than 16 Purrfect your ability to identify animals. Put your investigative skills to work as we claw through tracks and scats to uncover the animal behind the mystery. Through hands-on activity, budding wildlife biologists will search the park to locate and preserve animal tracks. Homeschool Days are designed for [...]
Maricopa County Master Naturalists Chapter Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month, June through November, on Zoom. Remember you earn 1 hour of Advanced Training and 1 hour of Volunteering for attending the meeting. SCHEDULE: June 8: MCMN Chapter Meeting, 5:30-7:30 July 13: MCMN Chapter Meeting, 5:30-7:30 August 10: MCMN Chapter Meeting, 5:30-7:30 [...]
Fort Lowell Park: Learn and practice Merlin Bird ID and Sound ID phone apps Improve your bird ID skills with your smartphone! Apps for birders are like having a well-informed bird guide sitting on your shoulder, and you can leave your heavy field guide book in the car. You’ll get an email 2 days before [...]
Join us for day 1 of 3 at the Oak Tree Canyon Trailhead development. On this first day, we will unload materials, spread them around the site in preparation for the following week's projects, and begin to clear the area for kiosk installation. For more information, click on the registration link.
Oracle State Park Registration for this trip is free. Bird 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 [...]
Camping will be our first of many overnight outdoor adventures! We will learn the value of getting out in nature and “unplugging” - play games (in real life), sing camp songs, roast marshmallows and sleep outside under the stars - well, in a tent! We will be in Gilbert. Details to be shared upon registration. […]
The Pass Mountain Trail Run is the second race in the Aravaipa Running – Desert Runner Trail Series, Arizona’s premier trail & ultra run series. RACE INFORMATION 2022 Update: 10 Km (and possibly 5K) runners may need to park off-site for the race. There will be a shuttle provided from a nearby parking lot to the [...]
Join Friends of the Tonto NF in removing fountain and buffel grasses at Lost Dutchman SP Liability Waiver Form
Introduction to Sonoran Desert Birds: Sabino Canyon Trip Difficulty: Easy. We will stay fairly close to the Visitor Center with no more than 2 miles walking. Limited to 10 participants. Binoculars will be provided for those who need them. This trip is intended for people new to birding or for birders from other regions who [...]
Join Tucson Audubon, Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation, and other partners every 2nd Saturday for Mañana en el Parque! Desert Haven Natural Resource Park, find lots of family fun, kid activities, and nature walks to help you learn about and enjoy our desert. Activities Include: Family Birding Walks led by Tucson Audubon. Nature [...]
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
Tempe Town Lake: Eight Sunday afternoons throughout the fall. Lake Pleasant Saturday / Sunday Series: For fall of 2022, the Catalina 22, PHRF Spinnaker, and PHRF Sport Boat fleets will score Saturday only. The Santana 20 and Thistle/Portsmouth fleets will score both Saturday and Sunday. (Depending on registrations, Thistles may combine with other Portsmouth boats as one […]
Bird walk at the Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations.
Molino Basin (Mount Lemmon) – Accessible Birding with SAAWR Registration for this walk is free. Trip Duration: 1.5 hrs. Ground Condition: Paved road/path into the campground. Bathrooms onsite; no drinking fountains available. Join Kimberly Aikins of the Southern Arizona Accessible Wildlife Refuge (SAAWR) for an outing designed for nature enthusiasts with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, [...]
Take a dive into the natural history and modern biology of an iconic species, Ursus americanus, the black bear. These bears are opportunistic feeders and have complex and interesting lives. Spend an evening learning about this incredible critter and enjoying the opportunity to see them live and in person. Instructed by wildlife biologists Jeff Meyers [...]
Registration for this walk is free. Register here beginning on Oct 8, 7 AM. Trip difficulty: Easy. 1.5 miles on flat paths. Trip duration no more than 2.5 hours. No water on site but port a pot is at parking lot. We’ll do a figure 8 loop walk near the old clubhouse and driving range [...]
Mon, Nov 14 – Fountain Hills Lake and Botanical Garden with Kathe Anderson We’ll meet about 7:30 in Fountain Hills, to start birding at the Botanical Garden, with the hope of catching the common desert birds there before moving onto the lake, where we should get a variety of waterfowl, plus possible waders, shorebirds and surprises. We’ll wrap [...]
Registration for this trip is free. Trip Difficulty: Moderate. Approximately 3 mile loop, mostly on narrow, uneven, and rocky trail. Elevation gain of ~400 feet. There are a couple of steep areas. Let's explore the beautiful Sabino Canyon Recreation Area with a focus on finding our resident birds. Expect to see desert sparrows, wrens, towhees, [...]
Oak Tree Canyon Trailhead - one of the closest access points to the Nogales Ranger District, Passage 5 and 6 - will soon be a reality, but we can't do it without your help! The Coronado National Forest will have completed grading, gravel, and compaction prior to our arrival. Day two will involve installation of [...]
Join us as we take a closer look into the highly adaptable Coyote; an extraordinarily intelligent and opportunistic species! After, we will delve deeper into the history of Arizona’s wolves and what caused them to become extinct and how AZGFD, along with other federal and state agencies, have reintroduced the Mexican Gray Wolf back into […]
Sweetwater Wetlands Sign up on the Field Trip Page Trip 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 […]
Join Saddlebrooke Hiking Club for a morning of work on passage 13. We will focus on catclaw removal and repairing damaged tread. With the summer heat behind us, it is sure to be a beautiful day on the trail! We will meet at a parking area near Oracle State Park at 8am and will be […]
Through generous funding from Mountain Sports Flagstaff and 1% for the Planet, Willow Bend offers guided Downtown Geology Tours. The 45 minute- 1 hour walking tours are based on local Flagstaff author, Marie Jackson’s Stone Landmark’s book. An exclusive and unique opportunity for the community to explore downtown like never before. The tour will cover […]
About the Event Deer hunting tips and tactics from experienced hunters, safe group camping area, some food provided. Camp sites reserved on a first come first RSVP. To apply for a tag for this hunt camp, use Hunt Numbers 1170,1171 and/or 1172 for Units 36A, 36B & 36C respectively as found in the Annual Hunting […]
Urban open spaces, like Tucson's Loop, have become havens for wintering birds due to diverse habitats and food sources. Many of our wintering and resident birds should be present in November, so let's see what we can find! We'll start at The Loop parking area at the corner of Glenn and Sahuara, and work our […]
Oak Tree Canyon Trailhead - one of the closest access points to the Nogales Ranger District, Passage 5 and 6 - will soon be a reality, but we can't do it without your help! The Coronado National Forest will have completed grading, gravel, and compaction prior to our arrival. Day three, we will finish installation […]
Join ATA and Bawker Bawker Cider House for an urban hike! Meet us at Bawker Bawker at 5:30pm on Thursday 11/17 for a 3(ish) mile hike around beautiful downtown Tucson. Afterwards, enjoy an AZ Trail Prickly Pear cider and grab an AZT sticker. First round of cider will be discounted for hikers. See you on […]
Open to beginners age 8-16 who want to learn to hunt small game, quail and rabbits with experienced mentors. Meals provided Friday through Sunday. Location: GMU 41, intersection of Palomas-Harquahala and gas line roads Hosted by: Yuma Valley Rod and Gun Club Contact: Pat, yumahuntered@gmail.com About the Location GPS 33.0284, -113.4805
Join us for a backpacking style work event deep in the Superstition Wilderness at Pine Creek! The plan is to hike in on Friday, November 18 from the Campaign trailhead. The hike is approximately 4.5 miles with a 1800 foot elevation gain. Because of continued effects from the Woodbury fire, the trail conditions may not […]
Registration for this trip is free. Trip rating: easy. Walking distance: 1-1.5 miles. Elevation gain: minimal. Ground conditions: paved path. Restrooms available. The main attraction for birders at KERP (Kino Environmental Restoration Project) is the large open pond that can attract water birds during any season. Adjacent to the pond low desert scrub, managed wetlands, […]
Saturday, November 19 & Sunday November 20: AYC’s first Dinghy Days event provides a venue for small boat racing & sailing.
Interpretive walk led by docents of the Friends of the San Pedro River. The San Pedro House, a 1930’s-era converted ranch house operating as a gift and bookstore, leads guided interpretive walks/hikes along the river and throughout the adjacent area, presents educational programs to schools and community groups, and assists the BLM in a variety […]
Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and terrain even. This month’s birding explores the desert Oasis of Feliz Paseos Park to see hummingbirds, sparrows, woodpeckers, and more. Finish up at 8:30 am. […]
Registration for this walk is free. Register here beginning Oct 8, 7:00 AM. Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking Distance: 2.5 miles; Trip Duration: 2 hr 45 min; Elevation Gain: none; Ground Condition: groomed trail. Drinking water not available on trail. Restrooms at the Mason Center and one restroom midway on the 2.5 mile loop. Join us […]
Oak Tree Canyon Trailhead - one of the closest access points to the Nogales Ranger District, Passage 5 and 6 - will soon be a reality, but we can't do it without your help! The Coronado National Forest will have completed grading, gravel, and compaction prior to our arrival. Day will involve completion of two […]
The Gilbert Family Bird walks are held every third Saturday of the month, October through March at the Gilbert Riparian Preserve, on the southeast corner of Greenfield and Guadalupe Rds in Gilbert. (East of the library r) parking lot is east of the library There have been over 200 bird species seen at this water […]
Bird walk at the Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations. The Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) consists of 640 acres and offers fifty (50) acres of constructed wetlands that, along with native grasses provides a bird and wildlife habitat. […]
Registration fee: $35/member, $50/non-member.* Register here beginning Oct 8, 7:00 AM. Trip difficulty: Moderate. Trails are mostly packed dirt and fairly level, but they do have some slight incline at times and may be muddy depending on recent weather. We'll be covering 2-4 miles round trip at a slow birding pace. We'll start along the […]
Sweetwater Wetlands Sign up on the Field Trip Page Trip 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 […]
Stronger Together In 2020, the Aravaipa Strong Virtual Race served as a way for the Aravaipa Community around the world to come together as one during trying times. Along with the amazing stories and experiences we were able to share, this amazing community was able to raise nearly $17,000 for the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund to […]
Join Friends of the Tonto NF in removing fountain and buffel grasses at Meeting Location TBD Liability Waiver Form
3G archery club offers free event to try out shooting a bow! First timers please, all equipment provided! Ages 8 to 88. To register text name and age and which Saturday you're interested in to 602-320-5132 (you can call too)
Discover the world around you through play! Drop-in for a few minutes or for the whole two hours. Each weekend will be a different theme/activity. Family program for all ages. Free with Admission($19) or Membership.
Owl Watch at ASU Polytechnic at sunset to observe the Burrowing Owl habitat. Leave your car at Lot 32 and walk to the observation point on South Lenox.
Tempe Town Lake: Eight Sunday afternoons throughout the fall. Lake Pleasant Saturday / Sunday Series: For fall of 2022, the Catalina 22, PHRF Spinnaker, and PHRF Sport Boat fleets will score Saturday only. The Santana 20 and Thistle/Portsmouth fleets will score both Saturday and Sunday. (Depending on registrations, Thistles may combine with other Portsmouth boats as one […]
Bird walk at the Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) led by docents from the Friends of the San Pedro River and other local organizations. The Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) consists of 640 acres and offers fifty (50) acres of constructed wetlands that, along with native grasses provides a bird and wildlife habitat. […]
Registration for this trip is free. Come see the sandhill cranes, ducks, and hawks that winter in the Willcox Playa. Those new to birding or who are mobility challenged are especially invited, since we'll bird from our cars with scopes and bird charts as we drive the dirt road around the ponds. Be ready for […]
Registration for this walk is free. Trip difficulty: Easy. 1 -1.5 miles on mostly flat surfaces with some uneven terrain. Trip duration 2- 2.5 hours This bird walk is all about enjoying nature and birds. It’s about walking slow, being mindful and looking for birds and then spending time truly watching their behaviors. It’s not […]
Sweetwater Wetlands Trip 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 welcome! The Wetlands are […]
Difficulty: Moderate. Walk 2-3 miles primarily on dirt paths that are uneven in places. This trip is intended for people new to birding or for birders from other regions who want to learn some of the common birds in Tucson. We’ll practice identifying birds by shape, sound, color, and behavior and will discuss the connections […]
Over 300 million years ago, Payson and the surrounding area was completely underwater. Limestone deposits from that era still remain, and in them are millions of fossilized seashells, coral, and aquatic creatures. Known as The Paleo Site, this incredible place is frozen in a time before dinosaurs walked the earth. Admission is completely free – […]
What started as an ‘ultra-experiment’ for young Nathan Coury’s college thesis on fat oxidation and ultra running, becomes a 48 hour family fixed-time festival celebrating our season at Nardini Manor! We beefed up the original Ox to bring you 48 hours of ultra fun on the flat and fast custom built gravel running track […]
This hour-long webinar will provide participants with numerous techniques, tips and suggestions to help make your next CBC (and general birding) experience the best it can be. Enhance your team’s outcome with an increase in both species and numbers – making the count more accurate, more useful, and hopefully more fun! Everyone should try a […]
About the Event Classroom education Wednesday on hunting doves, shotgun instruction, firearm safety and clay target shooting. Followed by a dove hunt on Saturday. Location: Usery Mountain Shooting Range, AZ Game and Fish, Mesa Hosted by: Youth Outdoors Unlimited, CJ Biller Family, Arizona Outdoor Sports Register: www.youthoutdoorsunlimited.com
The PD&C event is held the 1st Saturday of each even numbered months,(Feb, April, June, Aug., Oct., Dec.) on pistol bays #2 and #3.Please check the clubs calendar for updates and to confirm event schedules.The Objectives of this event is to practice the following,1. Best personal defense tactics, best use of cover and tacticalengagements.2. Pro-active weapon […]
Interpretive walk led by docents of the Friends of the San Pedro River. The San Pedro House, a 1930’s-era converted ranch house operating as a gift and bookstore, leads guided interpretive walks/hikes along the river and throughout the adjacent area, presents educational programs to schools and community groups, and assists the BLM in a variety […]
Join us for coffee, clean up and camaraderie at our Salt River Saturday Clean Ups. Meet at the Blue Point Bridge at 9:00 AM. After collecting some trash, it’s time to fish and connect with other anglers.
3G archery club offers free event to try out shooting a bow! First timers please, all equipment provided! Ages 8 to 88. To register text name and age and which Saturday you're interested in to 602-320-5132 (you can call too)
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