Rockin’ River Ranch State Park was recently dedicated in 2024 and lies within the Clear Creek Important Bird Area. The former ranch now provides bountiful habitat - mesquite bosque, grasslands, marsh and... View Article
This is a great Trip to end the Festival on. We will meet near the vans to caravan to our site. After a short drive, we will be in search... View Article
Located in the Tucson Sky Islands Important Bird Area, Catalina State Park is home to 150+ species of birds. Experienced birding guides will help you spot and identify beautiful birds... View Article
One of the many reasons we hold the festival at Dead Horse Ranch State Park is its location in the heart of the Verde River riparian corridor. An easy walk... View Article
Alcantara Winery is almost 90 acres of desert scrub, vineyards and extensive riparian habitat located at the confluence of Oak Creek and the Verde River. Come join us as the... View Article
Homer, as one of our most popular guides, will be helping you to hone your skills of birding by ear while seeking a variety of species. Learning to identify birds... View Article
Water Trip We will be taking tandem kayaks down the Verde River for a different perspective of the riparian habitat. The kayaks and shuttling are provided by the Outdoor Adventure... View Article
What makes the Old Main building so important? It’s the first building on the University of Arizona campus and has been a place of education and learning for over 130... View Article
Meet at the park visitor center for a ranger led talk and demonstration about the importance of weaving in pueblo culture.
Join us for a wild and wonderful celebration of children, animals and Hispanic culture at one of our biggest events! Día del Niño is back featuring a variety of family-friendly... View Article
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative... View Article
Join geology interpreter John Sutton for a fascinating journey back 1.7 billion years. Learn how powerful geological forces shaped the Verde Valley and laid the foundation for Jerome's rugged landscape... View Article
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include... View Article
Experience a piece of Arizona history. Get an opportunity to explore the Pendley Homestead Apple Packing Shed. A ranger will be available to answer any questions about the homestead's history.... View Article
Join us for the 10th Annual Hands On STEM Fair at the Faye Gray Recreation Center (5745 S. 20th Street) from 10:00am - 2:00pm on April 26, 2025! This exciting event... View Article
Learning more about the native plants and trees here in the Sedona area is a great way to enhance any hike. Our volunteer guides explain how plant life is interconnected... View Article
The Arizona Important Bird Areas program is launching a streamlined survey protocol utilizing eBird. The surveys will be stationary, 10 minute counts where all birds seen and heard are added... View Article
This trip is intended for beginning birds or Tucson visitors. We’ll move at a slow pace, practicing identifying birds by shape, sound, color, and behavior. Fort Lowell Park features diverse... View Article
This special event will offer local culinary delicacies, craft libations, and up-close visits with some famous animal residents. Browse the unique array of silent auction items, bid on premium live... View Article
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a... View Article
Enjoy an evening at the zoo and use what you see and hear to make art. Inspired by the Outdoor Art Maker badge. Camp ends around 9:15 p.m., making it... View Article
