This field trip begins in Camp Verde where we will turn off from South Oasis Road and go up Forest Service Road 136 to trailhead parking adjacent to the Copper Canyon...
This is a great Trip to end the Festival on. After a short drive, we will be in search of desert specialties. In short order, Rich Armstrong will have you...
We will walk from the park birding on the way to Old Town Cottonwood via the “Jail Trail”. This interpretive trail actually begins at the old Cottonwood Jail so we...
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...
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...
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...
Mingus Mountain has the second highest summit in the Black Hills Range on the west side of the Verde Valley and peaks at more than 4,000 ft above the Valley...
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 have to walk...
Learn about the resident and migrant birds of desert riparian areas on this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen...