plateau perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates the Colorado Plateau. set amid the natural beauty of the Arboretum at flagstaff, this exhibition invites artists to explore and amplify the stories of native plants and ecological processes that define this extraordinary region. The exhibition centers
Multiple Small Group Mentored Rabbit (cottontail & jackrabbit) Hunts throughout the year for new or beginning hunters. Date, time and location by arrangement. Topics include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, your group will learn the ins and outs of [...]
The monthly general meeting is your chance to find out what other club members are up to, learn about upcoming club events and listen to presentations by professional and well-known amateur astronomers. Visitors are always welcome! Meetings are held via Zoom and In Person. A typical meeting begins with introductions and a brief discussion of [...]
WMG’s Living Lab is our demonstration site of hydro-local living and watershed resilience, as well as our office space. The campus is supported by rainwater for all indoor and outdoor needs almost year-round, and includes extensive rain gardens, a native food forest, a 10,000 gallon underground cistern, art exhibits about Tucson’s history of flowing creeks [...]
The Hike to Hunt Archery Challenge (HTHAC) is a premier 3D archery event series in the Southwest. It combines hiking through rugged terrain with shooting at life-sized, realistic 3D targets to simulate real-world hunting scenarios. Events feature multiple courses, often with shots ranging from 20 to over 100 yards Suitable for all skill levels Important: Registration [...]
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 [...]
Go on a morning hike with the new team leader, Bob. Get a good view of the nature center and its surroundings.
Join our TRACKS hike leader Lynn as she takes a short hike over to Big Springs. Meet in the parking lot at White Mountain Nature Center.
Flagstaff is home to Gunnison's prairie dogs, a species native to grasslands in the Four Corners region. See prairie dogs (and maybe their pups!) in the wild and learn about these beneficial critters from Habitat Harmony. Free event held at Campbell Mesa; park at the trailhead and meet across the street at the old memorial [...]
Bikes need to be in condition and ready to ride. Helmets are required. Our rides are social, not competitive, with distances determined by the leader and depending on who shows up. If you are not yet on the mountain bike list, please send an email to Suzanne Milligan at suzanne.milligan@yahoo.com.
Nature-themed story time for kids, hosted with Tammy from the library. Part of White Mountain Nature Center's regular programming.
Come down to the lakeshore to beat the heat and test your mettle at the Lakeside Park MapRun, or head over at your convenience later in the day, or later in the summer. Location, Directions, and Parking: Let's meet at the ramada in the center of Lakeside Park near Pantano Road and Stella Road. There's [...]
Open to guests and members of the Wickenburg Sportsmen club. Wickenburg Sportsmen's Club is a 501 C7 nonprofit social club where our members and their guest enjoy organized sporting events, potlucks and campfires. We promote organized sporting events with a focus on safety and sportsmanship. Events are for recreation, there are NO prizes. There is [...]
Explore the gateway to Arizona's remarkable Sky Island region on the Proctor Road Nature Trail, an easy hike that winds through oak woodland, desert grassland, and lush riparian habitat beneath the Santa Rita Mountains. Along the way, enjoy outstanding opportunities to spot hummingbirds and other wildlife while discovering why Madera Canyon is considered one of [...]
This June, join the bird walk along Higley Ponds. These four ponds along Higley Road are renowned for bird watching.
Volunteers will meet staff outside of the main building at the Entry Station, where they will sign them in. After signing in, volunteers will be directed to where to park for litter pick-up efforts. Volunteers should be prepared to pick up litter along the shoreline and throughout the park as directed by staff. Volunteers should [...]
Join a ranger on a ~1 mile, mostly paved, walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. A combination of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world’s largest travertine bridge supports a wide variety of bird species that call the park home and we will be searching for. Meets between the Waterfall [...]
Stay informed about upcoming events at Rio Salado Audubon by joining the the Audubon Chapter Mobilize User Group. Listen and ask questions to leaders and converse with fellow members.
Watch expert trainiers work with beautiful raptors such as a Red Tail Hawk, Turkey Vulture, Eurasian Eagle Owl, and Aplomado Falcon. Events are held indoors most days, and outside in our patio when the weather permits. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early. Doors are closed and locked at 3PM. Tickets are available online on [...]
The San Pedro River is a haven for over 250 species of migratory and breeding birds that are either passing through or making nests for the Spring. This spot hosts weekly bird walks and watches. Bring binoculars, water and other tools to last several hours.
Go on a monthly bird walk along the San Pedro River to look for up to 250 species of migratory birds. If you have questions, call (520) 508-4445 or email fspr@sanpedroriver.org.
The Museum Demonstration Lab at the Painted Desert Visitor Center is where you can see one-of-a-kind fossils from Petrified Forest National Park being prepared by trained paleontologists! Peek through the window to see fossils from the museum collection. Watch a live microscope feed on the TV as paleontologists remove rock from fossil bone. Chat with [...]
Join us every Thursday for nature-based science and art activities at the Nature Center! For elementary kids aged 6-11. Parent or Guardian must attend.
Join us for our monthly birding and social event at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch. Desert Rivers launched the Birds & Brew Coffee Break to help you make new friends while learning about our wide variety of birds. First we visit Gilbert Riparian Preserve about an hour after sunrise. We meet at the entrance to [...]
Come visit us! We learn from guest presenters various facets of Fly Fishing and Conservation. Past presenters have included the AZ Fish & Game Commissioner, Hatchery Managers, and Fly fishing entrepreneurs. We also plan and report on fishing trips that we take individually and as an organization. Additionally each Tuesday we meet at Tiny’s for [...]
What: Join us for our inaugural meetup in this area! This is a gentle 2.8-mile out-and-back hike with lots of shaded areas that takes about 1-1.5 hours round trip. If the group wants, we can continue on from there onto the Upper Miller Trail up to the Palmerlee ruins, or we can turn around and [...]
Learn the ins and outs of hunting in Arizona at the Arizona Mule Deer Organization's Hunting Skills Clinic. Scheduled classes include: Hunter ethics Glassing Tracking Field dressing GPS Map reading Camping Meat processing Wild game cooking Shotgun shooting Rifle shooting 28 of 35 seats remaining. Information: Austin, 928-308-3793, krhalliburton22@gmail.com
Learn more about mentored predator hunts for beginners offered by the Christian Hunters of America. Important: Registration is required for each person in the party attending the event due to capacity and resources. Only 1 spot remaining. For information, contact: David M., text / call 602-309-3430, info@christianhuntersofamerica.org.
Multiple Small Group Mentored Rabbit (cottontail & jackrabbit) Hunts throughout the year for new or beginning hunters. Date, time and location by arrangement. We offer firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, we will walk you through all the ins and [...]
Join our edibles expert on a morning hike, meeting in the parking lot at White Mountain Nature Center.
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