For the past several years, AZ BHA has hosted a mushroom hunting event near Flagstaff on National Forest land. As long as the monsoon rains come, we will be holding this year's event on Saturday, August 9th. Although this isn't hunting in the traditional sense, it is a great way to get out on our...
Learn what and how to grow in our "rainy" season as well as the basics of how to make the switch from summer to fall gardens. Along with a brain full of useful advice, you'll also go home with four monsoon-ready starts, a half-gallon of worm castings, and a half-price gallon of vermicompost tea.
Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art celebrates the profound and evolving relationship between art, ecology, and the unique landscape of the Colorado Plateau. Set amid the natural beauty of the Arboretum at...
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...
Five groups this morning! Group 1: This is an opportunity to participate in a foray that includes a 1-2 mile hike over off-trail mountainous terrain. You will be meeting up on the west side of the White Mountains about 40 minutes drive from Pinetop, AZ. Your leaders for this foray are Mike Dechter and Neoh...
Learn about the 15 native cactus, trees and shrubs that produce fruit throughout the year. Learn when to harvest and how to process and eat these fruits. Enjoy samples of edible plants foraged from the desert and take home recipes. Instructed by Peggy Sue Creekmore (Sorensen). Garden admission included with class purchase.
Step through the gate and discover a hidden gem at the Museum of Northern Arizona—the Moore Medicinal Garden. Tucked between MNA’s administration and anthropology buildings on the east side of...
Join Certified Arborist Jonathan Manning as he discusses the best plants and techniques for container gardening in the valley.
Discover the fascinating world of the saguaro cactus at this presentation-style program with Ranger Jacque! Join us for an hour-long presentation exploring the iconic saguaro cactus, a symbol of the Sonoran Desert. Through images and engaging discussions, we’ll highlight the distinctive features and ecological importance of these remarkable plants, which support numerous desert species. Attendees...
Workshop led by Elissa Callen, which will get you direct hands on experience and detailed knowledge on the use of fungi for pigments and dye. Elissa Callen will be joining us from California where she works with native plants, invasive plants, and fungi to sustainably make natural dyes, inks, and pigments in her art practice. Elissa...
Rick Gagnon presents edible plants around the area and tips on mushroom foraging. Samples included! Members are free! Non-members are $5 per adult. Children 12 and under are free!
Howl and boogie with the Desert Museum Family Band! Join education specialists Michelle Miner and Kyleigh Sacco — plus special guests like Mr. Nature, Syndenn Sweet, and Eli Beren — in...
We are excited to host fellow mycophile Dr. Gordon Walker, Author of the recently published Dr. Fun Guy's Passport to Kingdom Fungi, and also known on social media as the joyful, toadstool tapping...