Sparrows are challenging to identify and Homer is not only knowledgeable, he can help you to master this skill. As one of our most popular guides, he will help you to hone your skills of birding by ear while seeking a variety of species. Learning to identify birds through sound will improve your success at spotting elusive species We will visit diverse habitats in this exercise so that you can learn a wide spectrum of calls. We recommend attending Homer’s workshop on Sparrow ID on Thursday to accompany this trip.

Rating: 3

Transportation: Vans

Meal: Bring your own lunch

Cost: $110

Part of the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival

Join us 100 miles North of Phoenix in North Central Arizona’s Verde Valley for the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival. Experience birding during the peak Spring migration season at Dead Horse Ranch State Park on the banks of the Verde River. Close proximity to the Verde, Oak Creek, Sycamore Creek, and other perennial waters offers a wide selection of guided tours, hikes, and workshops in one of Arizona’s richest birding habitats.

Our experienced guides have extensive knowledge of birds and the unique habitat that makes this region special. The festival, presented each April by Friends of the Verde River, is a purpose-driven community benefit organization and 501(c) 3 non-profit working to preserve one of the last perennial flowing rivers in the American Southwest.

Festival site is at Dead Horse Ranch State Park.