March 25th-27th 10am-5:30 pm ECO will be in the kids block area and will have free upcycled make and take crafts, a loose parts play area and more. https://tempefestivalofthearts.com/ Tempe Festival of the Arts has a 50+ year history in Tempe and takes place in early December and late March each year. It is one [...]

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 [...]

Learn about and search for common desert wildflowers on an easy/moderate 2.2-mile hike with the ranger. Limit 20 participants. Registration required. Click program title for details. Join the Ranger for an easy/moderate hike along San Tan, Stargazer and Moonlight Trails to search for common wildflowers and flowering shrubs of the Sonoran Desert, such as fiddleneck, [...]

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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 [...]

Wednesday, March 30, 1–2pmVirtual Class: Birding the Calendar–Where to Go Birding in April & May | Instructor: Luke SaffordRegistration fee: $10/member, $20/non-member* | Register HereOne of the most common questions we get asked is “When is the best time to go birding in Southeast Arizona?” Well, it’s hard to pinpoint a best month, because there is [...]

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuduyhqjkiHNO9Ww69jVE8_FRJkEF1zKPB 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 open discussion with time to have your questions answered.

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

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuduyhqjkiHNO9Ww69jVE8_FRJkEF1zKPB 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 open discussion with time to have your questions answered.

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuduyhqjkiHNO9Ww69jVE8_FRJkEF1zKPB 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 open discussion with time to have your questions answered.

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 [...]

Learn about and search for common desert wildflowers on a 2.5-mile easy/moderate hike with a ranger. Limit 20 participants. Registration required. Click program title for details. Join the Ranger on an easy/moderate 2.5-mile hike to look for and identify wildflowers and other flowering vegetation along Quail, Rainbow, Baseline and Saddle Trails. We also may see [...]

Drop by the park Nature Center to chat with a ranger and learn about plants and animals, including springtime butterflies and wildflowers! Click program title for details. Welcome Homeschoolers to a springtime discovery experience! Join the ranger at the Nature Center back patio to see a display of plant and animal specimens, pick up an [...]

April 1- Friday, 7:30 amOracle State ParkRegistration for this trip is free. | Register here beginning March 12Bird 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 [...]

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 [...]

Project WILD links students and nature to provide wildlife-based conservation and environmental education programs that foster responsible actions toward our natural world. This fun, interactive workshop will explore the intrinsic ecological value using best practices to teach about environmental ecosystems. The four-hour professional development is open to formal classroom teachers of all grade levels and [...]

Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Click on this program title for more details. Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks has included ringtails, foxes, javelinas, [...]

April 2- Saturday, 6:30 amLakeside ParkRegistration for this trip is free. | Register here beginning March 12Trip Difficulty: Easy. 1.75 mile round trip on concrete and paved surfaces. Restrooms are available.Lakeside Park in southeast Tucson is a great place to get to know your urban birds.  We’ll explore the lake and the adjacent lawns and ball fields. Likely sightings include [...]

Mason Center/Arthur Pack ParkTrip 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.Register on the Field Trip PageJoin us for an introduction to birdwatching basics [...]

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 [...]

Don Pike is conducting a Field Maps training session for monitoring non native plants.  This is a free app downloadable to iPhone or Android devices. Friends of the Tonto has access to the maps which requires a login and downloaded map areas before heading into the field.We will meet at the Bush Highway Trailhead (https://goo.gl/maps/Q5pSzBJvRkPv2YR9A) at [...]

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 [...]

Learn about the various uses and roles of mesquites in our Southwest culture at this free, family-friendly event at Coffinger Park in Wickenburg! Click on program title for more details. Discover all the “Tree of Life” has to offer at this free, family-friendly community event. There will be cooking tips, food sampling, kids games, and [...]

Learn about your bike and riding equipment with local experts and take a short group ride. So you want to get into mountain biking? Or do you need to freshen up your riding skills? If so, then this clinic is geared for you. No matter the reason, like any new sport, mountain biking can be [...]

Learn about the breeding resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Anne Leight. Click on program title for more details. Did you know that over 300 species of birds have been found at the Hassayampa River Preserve? Enjoy an easy-paced walk with seasoned birder and bird bander Anne Leight to [...]