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

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 [...]

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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Learn about and search for common desert wildflowers on an easy, ranger-led stroll along Merkle Trail. Registration deadline: Monday, March 14. Join the Ranger for an easy walk along Merkle Trail to search for common wildflowers and flowering shrubs of the Sonoran Desert, such as fiddleneck, filaree, brittlebush and globemallow.  We will also keep an [...]

Take an easy walk with the Ranger around the Nature Center and nearby pathways to look for and identify butterflies. Registration deadline: Monday, March 14. Take an easy walk with the Ranger around the Nature Center and nearby pathways to look for and identify butterflies. Investigate areas with plants and trees whose blooms are important [...]

Registration is now open for our 2022 Cohort 4 class. Learn more and register here https://azmnmcp.org/become-a-mcpmn

A nighttime ride for experienced riders. Shed your work schedule then spend the evening lighting up the trails on two-wheels. During this San Tan Bikes-sponsored adventure, old familiar trails become new again; challenging your skills from new and heightened perspectives. First timers to experts, this is a no-drop ride. Please bring your helmet and two 650-lumen [...]

De Anza Trail Birding, Santa Cruz River Riparian CorridorRegistration fee: $20/member, $40/non-member* | Register Here beginning February 12Trip difficulty: Moderate, 3-4 miles walking distance over mostly level terrain, some ups/downs in river area, muddy conditions are possible in sections. Dress in layers, as dawn can be cool near the river. The Santa Cruz River feeds a lush [...]

This is a short stroll to learn about native vegetation and current planting and enhancement projects initiated by the Master Gardeners. Join the San Tan Valley Master Gardeners for an informative and easy stroll along the Park’s Interpretive Trail. Learn about common Sonoran Desert plants such as creosote, ocotillo and mesquite and their important relationship [...]

Watch peak vulture and raptor migration along the Hassayampa River in Wickenburg! Click on program title for more details. Witness the amazing spectacle of hundreds of migrating turkey vultures flying in to roost near the Hassayampa River Walk in Wickenburg! This free event is being hosted by the Town of Wickenburg, Maricopa County Parks, Wickenburg [...]

The conservation area is a different experience when seen softly illuminated by the silver moon. While we will attempt to minimize the use of flashlights, bring one in case you need it. Meet at the main trailhead area where restrooms and picnic tables are located. Please bring exact amount for the park entry fee as [...]

About the Event Free family-friendly introductory event where kids learn archery, safe BB gun practices, using binoculars, knot tying, fishing techniques, food, prizes and more. • Location: Mittry Lake – Yuma • Hosted by: Yuma Valley Rod & Gun Club • Contact: David, fishmandavid66@gmail.com; or Brant, barksdale.brant@gmail.com Requirements Registration is required for each person in the party [...]

March 19- Saturday, 7:30 amIsabella Lee Natural PreserveSign up on the Field Trip PageTrip difficulty: Moderate. 2.5 mile loop over level, but often soft, uneven and dusty terrain. No restrooms are available.Isabella Lee Natural Preserve, at the confluence of Agua Caliente and Tanque Verde washes in northeast Tucson, is a mesquite bosque providing year-round habitat [...]

Mason Center/Arthur Pack ParkSign up on the Field Trip PageTrip 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 for an introduction to birdwatching [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

3-Gun Match, 3rd Saturday of each month. Set up begins at 7 am Summer and 8am Winter Hours on Bay 2. Everyone needs to participate in setting up and tear down, taping, scoring, resetting and/or other tasks to participate in the event. Sign up closes after setup is completed. Safety briefing will be done at the completion of [...]

Learn about the history of the Wickenburg area during this guided walk. Click on program title for more details. Join Preserve Supervisor and archaeologist Jessica Bland for an easy, 2-hour guided trail walk to learn about the fascinating archaeology and history of the area. Space is limited. To register, please call the Visitor Center at [...]

In this "citizen science" program, learn some techniques for identifying and observing native butterflies. Discover how to record and share your findings through an online database, and which native garden plants can be used to lure butterflies to your own backyard! Bring drinking water and sturdy hiking shoes. Meet at Nature Center. Limit 15 participants. [...]