See for yourself why Sycamore Canyon Wilderness is Arizona’s first Wilderness. Profound geology and hydrology on display, varied habitats, high plant diversity, arthropods and reptiles all support the birds to...
The Page Springs area is a favorite hangout for birds and birders alike. This trip will take you to one of the locals’ favorite hot spots on the banks of...
Oak Creek Valley is a private community on the confluence of Oak Creek and Spring Creek. With a variety of habitats and designated nature trails, over 100 species have been...
Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike along the Dragonfly Trail at Spur Cross and adjacent Jewel of the Creek Preserve to look for birds of the Sonoran Desert and...
Meet at the event area and carpool to nearby Tavasci Marsh trailhead where water and shore birds, raptors, and flycatchers abound. Includes lots of walking, a mile each way in...
On this trip you’ll visit the area where the town of Sedona began. Originally known as Red Rock, Arizona Territory, this rural community is steeped in Pioneer history, hikes for...
This trip will take us into prime flycatcher country led by Homer Hansen of “Wings Over Willcox” fame. Species that might be seen include gray flycatcher and other “Empids;” black...
The use of man-made water treatment plants as birding sites by creating artificial wetlands has proven to be the source of excellent birding across the country, especially when they are...
We will start by birding Quail Springs Ranch Rd. Birding along this road allows us to see some very different birds from the backyard and llustrates how slight differences in...
Sycamore Springs Guest House is located on a lush, waterfront 12-acre historic ranch on lower Oak Creek, with extensive waterways bounded by pastures, green valley and mountains. Conveniently located off...
Desert 101 North Educational Walk at Brown’s Ranch Trailhead Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 N. Alma School Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Easy Time: ~2 hours The Conservancy...
Free- MUST RSVP Let the birds come to you! Bring your favorite camp chair, binoculars, a little refreshment, and just enjoy birding as the time slips by. You will only...
Did you know that Oracle State Park was once covered by warm, shallow seas? Are you familiar with the numerous faults that uncovered rocks once buried more than 5 miles...
Here is your chance to learn the basics of birding firsthand. If you've never been birding before or you consider yourself a beginner birder, there's nothing that can help you...
Stop by an information table where Ranger Jacque will teach you how to use your phone to identify and document your nature findings to help the scientific community. Love nature...
Montezuma Well is actually a unique closed-system water body, a limestone sinkhole with warm springs and a prehistoric canal system abundant with riparian life. Species you may see include common...
Every Fourth Saturday of the month, 8am-noon At Mission Garden, in the Youth Garden This event is FREE. No RSVP necessary. All gifts are appreciated. At our monthly (fourth Saturday)...
Water Trip On this, our signature trip, we will be taking canoes down the Verde River for a different perspective of the riparian habitat. We will beach the canoes at...
Basin Evolution, Deformation, and Mineralization in the Big Sandy Valley, Northwestern Arizona Arizona Geological Society members are invited to join the field trip as we visit Big Sandy Valley in...
Stop by all month long at the Downtown Branch and test your detective skills with our scavenger hunt for a chance to earn a prize! This month's Earth Day theme runs...
Join us for an uplifting walk guided by a butterfly expert, and marvel at our resident butterflies’ intricate beauty and divine grace. Blessed with abundant vegetation and life-giving waterways, the...
The Lime Kiln was constructed during the mid 1880’s to burn limestone and create lime for the mortar used in the construction of the Willard House and the Strahan house....
Finding safe and reliable care for your pets can be a daunting task. Prepare your child to be the best sitter in the neighborhood. Students will be taught how to...
Does your child dream of becoming a Zoo veterinarian? Your child will travel behind-the-scenes to the Zoo’s Animal Health Center for a day in the life of a Zoo Vet...
Take a tour of Millville, the location of several historic silver mills and a once thriving town, as well as an adjacent Indian rock art site, with an FSPR docent....
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. Designed for ages 12 and...
Museum opens at 9.00 am for event check-in, The ARIZONA GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ begins at 10:00 am. The Cave Creek Museum’s AZ GOLD MINING EXPERIENCE™ is unique with its display of the...
Learn about this weekend’s City Nature Challenge and free smartphone apps that can help you identify plants, animals, and more, while helping contribute to science! Stop by to learn from...
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. Designed for ages 12 and...
Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more!...
Join Ranger Nikki to learn about this weekend’s City Nature Challenge and how your input can help the scientific community. Ranger Nikki will host a drop-in information table to help...
With over 50 years of experience in beekeeping and several degrees between them, Bruce and Nancy Steele will talk about everything from what it's like to be a beekeeper in southern...
Arizona is rugged and gorgeous and historic and weird and funny and utterly magnificent. It’s full of surprises, not what most people expect at all. And with this book, Naylor...
Drop by the library from 1:30 to 3:30 to make a beautiful flower out of coffee filters. The craft will be out in the library. So stop by the library,...
Younger Patrons will learn about weather concepts and mixing colors in this fun STEAM based activity. They will create their very own rain cloud using shaving cream, food coloring, and...
Have you ever wanted to sharpen your raptor identification skills? If so, this is the workshop for you! Raptor biologist Steve Hoffman will provide a detailed discussion of the identification...
Birding by ear is a great way to help with species identification. Sometimes it's the call of a bird that clinches that final ID. You'll want to attend this workshop...
We'll be walking and birding along the riparian corridor of the Jail Trail that ends up in Old Town Cottonwood where we'll have a special meal at Belfry Brewery. This...