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Week of Events
Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art presented by ARTx @ The Arb
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
Mentored Rabbit Hunts
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 [...]
Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Workshop
Learn about gun safety and shooting, fishing, camping, archery, plant ID, Dutch-oven cooking, rappelling, field dressing, processing game and more in this hands-on, outdoors skills workshop for women ages 18 and up. No experience required. Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) is an inclusive environment for learning, making lifelong friends and having fun. Information: trica@azwildlife.org Important: Registration is required [...]
Safford Youth Dove Shooting Clinic & Hunt
Get out for this dove hunt for youth 10-17 years old. This two-part event begins on the evening of the 4th, when we will go over safety, dove biology, hunting tactics, and clay target shooting. The early morning of the 5th will be the mentored dove hunt until lunch, which will be provided. Information: Matt [...]
Sunday, August 30, 2026
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August 30, 2026 -Trap Shooting
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August 30, 2026 -Outdoor Mindset Local Meetup
Trap Shooting
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 [...]
Outdoor Mindset Local Meetup
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 [...]
Monday, August 31, 2026
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August 31, 2026 -VO – Lake Pleasant Monday Clean-Up Crew
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August 31, 2026 -Guided Bird Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge
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August 31, 2026 -Meetups | Mentored Predator Hunts in August
VO – Lake Pleasant Monday Clean-Up Crew
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 [...]
Guided Bird Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge
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 [...]
Meetups | Mentored Predator Hunts in August
The Christian Hunters of America offers (CHA) firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, CHA will walk you through all the ins and outs of safe, legal, ethical hunting and how to enjoy your harvest. Mentoring will be tailored to your [...]
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
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September 1, 2026 -Mentored Dove Hunts
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September 1, 2026 -Biking in the White Mountains – Tuesdays
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September 1, 2026 -Raptor Show – White Mountains
Mentored Dove Hunts
Set up a Small Group Mentored Dove Hunts throughout the early Dove Season for new or beginning hunters. Date, time and location by arrangement. Offerings include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, you will be walked through the ins and [...]
Biking in the White Mountains – Tuesdays
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.
Raptor Show – White Mountains
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 [...]
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
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September 2, 2026 -Meetups | Mentored Predator Hunts in September
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September 2, 2026 -Weekly Bird Watch at San Pedro House
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September 2, 2026 -Wednesday Trap Shooting
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September 2, 2026 -Observe and speak with a Paleontologist at work!
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September 2, 2026 -Raptor Show – White Mountains
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September 2, 2026 -Meet the Snakes
Meetups | Mentored Predator Hunts in September
Get signed up for Small Group Mentored Predator Hunts throughout the year for new or beginning hunters. Date, time and location by arrangement. Topics offered include firearm shooting, safety and target shooting practice at a safe shooting range prior to going out hunting. Then in the field, you will be walked through the ins and [...]
Weekly Bird Watch at San Pedro House
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.
Wednesday Trap Shooting
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 [...]
Observe and speak with a Paleontologist at work!
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 [...]
Raptor Show – White Mountains
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 [...]
Meet the Snakes
Get up close and personal with Bob the Gopher Snake and Elvis the King Snake. Learn fun facts about these fascinating reptiles along with proper handling. Drop in the first Wednesday and Friday of the month to Meet the Snakes.
Thursday, September 3, 2026
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September 3, 2026 -Biking in the White Mountains – Thursdays
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September 3, 2026 -Observe and speak with a Paleontologist at work!
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September 3, 2026 -NatureSTEAM – Science & Art Activities by Pinetop-Lakeside Public Library
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September 3, 2026 -Raptor Show – White Mountains
Biking in the White Mountains – Thursdays
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.
Observe and speak with a Paleontologist at work!
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 [...]
NatureSTEAM – Science & Art Activities by Pinetop-Lakeside Public Library
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.
Raptor Show – White Mountains
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 [...]
Friday, September 4, 2026
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September 4, 2026 -Raptor Show – White Mountains
Raptor Show – White Mountains
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 [...]
Saturday, September 5, 2026
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September 5, 2026 -Robbins Butte Mentored Youth Dove Hunt
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September 5, 2026 -Dove Day Meetup
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September 5, 2026 -Morning Hike with Rick
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September 5, 2026 -Biking in the White Mountains-Saturdays
Robbins Butte Mentored Youth Dove Hunt
Learn to hunt doves from experienced mentors at an Arizona Game & Fish Department wildlife area. You'll learn bird identification, hunting tips, field dressing and safety. Food provided. • Information: Alex Flickinger, 480-324- 3548, aflickinger@azgfd.gov Important: Registration is required for each person in the party attending the event due to capacity and resources.
Dove Day Meetup
Dove Day returns! The Arizona Chapter of Safari Club International near Red Rock, Arizona. Do your hunting in the morning then stop by and visit with The Arizona Chapter of Safari Club (AZSCI), who will be serving lunch, giving out prizes, Look for the AZSCI Cargo Trailer on the North side E Sasco Road just [...]
Morning Hike with Rick
Join our edibles expert on a morning hike, meeting in the parking lot at White Mountain Nature Center.
Biking in the White Mountains-Saturdays
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.
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