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SUMMARY:Join Bird Walk at Higley Ponds
DESCRIPTION:This June\, join the bird walk along Higley Ponds. These four ponds along Higley Road are renowned for bird watching.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/join-bird-walk-at-higley-ponds-2/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Higley Pond
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Evening Event,Meeting,Morning Event,Wildlife Education,Wildlife Watching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260522T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260522T093000
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SUMMARY:Birds and Brew Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly birding and social event at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch. \nDesert Rivers launched the Birds & Brew Coffee Break to help you make new friends while learning about our wide variety of birds. \nFirst we visit Gilbert Riparian Preserve about an hour after sunrise. \nWe meet at the entrance to the preserve near the parking lot\, then a leader guides the group around the ponds where more than 200 birds have been seen over the years. About an hour later we travel to Coffee Rush at 53 N Val Vista Dr in Gilbert\, for coffee\, conversation and a short presentation . \nThis event is on the fourth Tuesday of every month. No registration necessary.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/birds-and-brew-coffee-break/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Gilbert Riparian Reserve\, 2757 E Guadalupe Rd\,\, Gilbert\, AZ\, 85234\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
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SUMMARY:Monthly Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:  \nBe sure to attend our annual Board of Directors election night. Then\, join us for an evening of fun as several Members share their birding experiences and photos in person and live on Zoom! \nFrom September through March\, the Monthly Speaker Series hosts live presentations by experts at the Southeast Regional Library in Gilbert
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/monthly-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Southeast Regional Library\, 775 N Greenfield Rd\, Gilbert\, AZ\, 85234\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251119T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251119T093000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20251103T021848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T021927Z
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SUMMARY:🐦 Explore Nature on a Riparian Bird Walk at Sycamore Creek!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful morning along the Upper Beeline Highway’s Sycamore Creek\, where the gentle sounds of flowing water and rustling leaves set the stage for a memorable bird-watching adventure. \nLed by expert birder Anne Leight\, this guided walk will take you through scenic stretches of sycamore and willow trees\, prime habitat for a variety of native and migratory birds. Participants will walk and drive along the route\, taking time to observe and appreciate the diverse birdlife that calls this riparian area home. \n📧 Questions? Contact fieldtrips@DesertRiversAudubon.org \n🌿 Bring your binoculars\, your curiosity\, and your love for the outdoors — and discover the beauty of Arizona’s riparian habitats!
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/%f0%9f%90%a6-explore-nature-on-a-riparian-bird-walk-at-sycamore-creek/
LOCATION:Fountain Hills\, AZ\, USA
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Event for Ability Challenged,Morning Event,Streams and Rivers,Wildlife Watching
GEO:33.6042079;-111.7256936
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251111T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251111T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250930T185213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T185213Z
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SUMMARY:November Sunset Birding Experience
DESCRIPTION:🌅 Experience the beauty of nature this November with a scenic sunset bird walk at the Gilbert Riparian Preserve! \nJoin us as we explore the preserve\, spotting waterfowl and other local birds as they settle in for the night. This relaxing and educational outing is perfect for bird enthusiasts of all levels. \n📍 Meeting Location: Library🕓 Time: 4:00 – 5:45 p.m.🗣️ The walk is followed by the Monthly Speakers Meeting. \nFor questions or more information\, contact fieldtrips@DesertRiversAudubon.org. \nCome enjoy a peaceful evening of birdwatching\, nature\, and community!
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/november-sunset-birding-experience/
LOCATION:Gilbert Riparian Preserve
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Evening Event,Meeting,Morning Event,Streams and Rivers,Trails,Wildlife Education,Wildlife Watching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251020T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251020T093000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250930T185605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T185605Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Birdwatching Adventure at Higley Ponds
DESCRIPTION:🍂 Join us this October for a fall bird walk at Higley Ponds! \nDiscover the beauty of migrating waterfowl as they gather in large numbers during the season. Whether you’re an experienced birder or just curious\, this walk is a perfect opportunity to enjoy nature and sharpen your birdwatching skills. \n📍 Location: Higley Ponds📝 Registration: Optional❓ Questions? Contact fieldtrips@DesertRiversAudubon.org \nBring your binoculars\, your curiosity\, and enjoy a peaceful autumn outing surrounded by stunning wildlife! \n 
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/autumn-birdwatching-adventure-at-higley-ponds/
LOCATION:Higley Pond
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Conservation,Evening Event,Meeting,Morning Event,Photography,Streams and Rivers,Trails,Wildlife Education,Wildlife Watching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250830T202922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T202922Z
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SUMMARY:🌵✨ An Evening with Desert Rivers Audubon Society ✨🌵
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring series of talks hosted by the Desert Rivers Audubon Society—where passionate speakers share stories\, insights\, and discoveries about the natural world. 🐦🌎 \nThe first talk will be focused on roadrunners! Beep beep!  Jim Burns\, wildlife photographer will be the speaker for the night. \n📅 Doors open at 6:00 p.m.🎤 Talks begin at 7:00 p.m.💻 Prefer to join from home? Attend online—just be sure to register first on the Desert Rivers Audubon website. \nDon’t miss this chance to learn\, connect\, and be inspired by voices dedicated to protecting our desert rivers and wildlife!
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/%f0%9f%8c%b5%e2%9c%a8-an-evening-with-desert-rivers-audubon-society-%e2%9c%a8%f0%9f%8c%b5/
LOCATION:Southeast Regional Library\, 775 N Greenfield Rd\, Gilbert\, AZ 85234\, USA
CATEGORIES:Bugs/Insects/Butterflies,Evening Event,Meeting,Morning Event,Photography,Streams and Rivers,Trails,Wildlife Education,Wildlife Watching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250807T162213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T162213Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Lecture About Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Director Steve Prager will discuss the efforts of The Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch\, the 8\,000 acres that are managed by the National Audubon Society. The one-hour lecture discusses the research and conservation efforts in saving the region’s birds and other wildlife. Last grazed in 1968\, and since dedicated to research\, conservation\, and public engagement\, the AWRR plays a critical role in protecting and enhancing the grasslands of Southeastern Arizona for the birds\, other wildlife\, and communities that depend on them.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/monthly-lecture-about-appleton-whittell-research-ranch/
LOCATION:Online Virtual Format
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Conservation,Educational/Training/Workshop,Evening Event,Meeting,Wildlife Education,Wildlife Watching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250722T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250722T100000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250709T195727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T204628Z
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SUMMARY:Enjoy the Bird & Brew Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Visit the ASU Ornithology Collection at the ASU Main campus with your friends from Birds & Brew Coffee Break! Mark your calendar for July 22 to learn about birds … in air conditioning! But act immediately\, because this event requires registration and space is limited. \n  \nThe ASU Ornithology Collection contains approximately 2\,000 specimens representing more than 300 species\, with a geographic concentration in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico\, plus some Neotropical representation. \n  \nEmail Carlota Thorne if you are interested in attending at carlotathorne13@ gmail.com. When you register you will get an email from Carlota with the address of where to meet at 7:45 am. Tour begins at 8 am. with Dr. Jay Taylor\, curator of the collection.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/enjoy-the-bird-brew-coffee-break/
LOCATION:ASU main campus
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Meeting,Morning Event,Streams and Rivers,Wildlife Education,Wildlife Watching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250616T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250616T073000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250606T173341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T173341Z
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SUMMARY:Join Bird Walk at Higley Ponds
DESCRIPTION:This June\, join the bird walk along Higley Ponds. These four ponds along Higley Road are renowned for bird watching.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/join-bird-walk-at-higley-ponds/
LOCATION:Higley Pond
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Evening Event,Meeting,Morning Event,Wildlife Education,Wildlife Watching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250521T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250429T154627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T154627Z
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SUMMARY:Join Field Trip to Christopher Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join Kathe Anderson and other participants to travel to Christopher Creek\, a hotspot for bird watching. Look for many species of migratory birds and woodpeckers around the creek. The walks are short\, and participants are encouraged to bring binoculars and apply their birding skills.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/join-field-trip-to-christopher-creek/
LOCATION:Fountain Hills\, AZ\, USA
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Evening Event,Meeting,Morning Event,Streams and Rivers,Wildlife Education,Wildlife Watching
GEO:33.6042079;-111.7256936
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250422T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250422T080000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250402T145233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T145233Z
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brew Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Birds & Brew is your chance to get in on some of the best birding in the East Valley with an experienced guide\, then chat about what you saw over coffee. \nJoin us at Birds & Brew Coffee Break on Tuesday\, April 22 for a guided walk at Gilbert Riparian Preserve! Then we will head over the Coffee Rush for conversation and a brief presentation. \nLook for us at the main entrance to the Gilbert Riparian Preserve for the bird walk. Then caravan to Coffee Rush at Elliot and Val Vista to catch up with each other. Please be sure to pick up a cup of coffee or a snack from our gracious hosts at Coffee Rush. If you cannot do the walk\, join us at Coffee Rush! \nAlso please be sure to pick up a beverage or treat from our gracious hosts at Coffee Rush!
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/birds-brew-coffee-break/
LOCATION:Gilbert Riparian Reserve\, 2757 E Guadalupe Rd\,\, Gilbert\, AZ\, 85234\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Social Gathering-Festivals-Fundraisers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250421T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250421T090000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250305T174856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T174856Z
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SUMMARY:Take an April Walk at Higley Ponds
DESCRIPTION:This mid-April\, join others for a bird walk at Higley Ponds. Common birds species at the ponds include shorebirds\, thrashers\, roadrunners\, hawks and more. Enjoy a short\, early morning walk.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/take-an-april-walk-at-higley-ponds/
LOCATION:Higley Pond
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Morning Event,Streams and Rivers,Wildlife Watching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250412T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250412T110000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250305T174958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T174958Z
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SUMMARY:Walk for Birds at Lower Camp Creek
DESCRIPTION:Watch for wintering birds on a walk along the river and canyons toward Seven Springs. Prepare for steep\, uphill walks. Send your contact details to register at desertriversaudubon@gmail.com.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/walk-for-birds-at-lower-camp-creek/
LOCATION:Lower Creek Camp
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Morning Event,Streams and Rivers,Wildlife Watching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250408T203000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250402T150117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T150117Z
UID:10012760-1744135200-1744144200@beoutdoorsarizona.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Speaker Series: Birds of Brazil
DESCRIPTION:Cindy Marple is an admired wildlife photographer and frequent speaker at our Monthly Speaker Series. On April 8 she will share some of the birds she encountered on a recent trip to Brazil\, including the Toco Toucan. \nApril 8 is also the date of the annual meeting for the election of officers of Desert Rivers Audubon Society. The meeting will be held in conjunction prior to Cindy’s talk. \nThe Monthly Speaker Series hosted by Desert Rivers Audubon Society offers the opportunity to learn about birds and nature from top experts. The programs are free and open to the public. All are welcome! \nThe series is presented in person and on Zoom September through April. May\, June\, July and August programs are on Zoom only. \nDoors open for the in-person meeting at the Southeast Regional Library at 6 p.m. with the program beginning at 7. Light refreshments are served and our mobile Nature Store is open. We encourage you to come in person if you can! \nDuring the hot Phoenix summer or if you cannot attend in person there’s no reason to miss the program! Watch from the comfort of home.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/monthly-speaker-series-birds-of-brazil/
LOCATION:Southeast Regional Library\, 775 N Greenfield Rd\, Gilbert\, AZ 85234\, USA
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Wildlife Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250408T203000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250305T175115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T175115Z
UID:10011795-1744135200-1744144200@beoutdoorsarizona.org
SUMMARY:Desert Rivers Audubon Society Annual Meeting and Election
DESCRIPTION:The Desert Rivers Audubon Society is holding its annual meeting and the election of new officers this April. They will host a monthly speaker to be announced. The meeting is available in person and virtually.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/desert-rivers-audubon-society-annual-meeting-and-election/
LOCATION:Southeast Regional Library\, 775 N Greenfield Rd\, Gilbert\, AZ 85234\, USA
CATEGORIES:Evening Event,Wildlife Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250408T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250408T100000
DTSTAMP:20260617T130718
CREATED:20250305T175210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T153804Z
UID:10011794-1744090200-1744106400@beoutdoorsarizona.org
SUMMARY:Go Bird Watching on Mount Ord
DESCRIPTION:Mount Ord offers a scenic walk and bird watching at a high elevation. There are many species of birds from warblers to sparrows. Prepare for steep\, uphill walking and a drive uphill. Submit your contact details to desertriversaudubon@gmail.com to register.
URL:https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/go-bird-watching-on-mount-ord/
LOCATION:Mount Ord
CATEGORIES:Bird Watching,Family Event,Morning Event,Off Roading,Streams and Rivers,Tour,Trails,Wildlife Watching
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