Join experienced birder and Park Volunteer Tom Locascio—a proud member of the Audubon Society and Sun City Birding Club—for a guided bird walk through Estrella Mountain Regional Park. After the walk, gather in the Nature Center classroom for an engaging presentation on the park’s feathered residents, from desert dwellers to seasonal visitors. Please wear protective clothing...
Join Tucson Bird Alliance staff members Luke Safford, Alex Patia, and Donito Burgess for World Migratory Bird Day at Sweetwater Wetlands! We’ll be at the wetlands from sunup to sundown,...
Trip difficulty: Easy. 1.25 miles on flat paved paths. Trip duration about 2 1/2 hours. No water on site but port-a-potty is at the parking lot. Limited shade and benches....
Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way we will discuss how to identify birds by sight and sound, about the behavioral and ecological traits that make them unique, and about citizen...
c On this walk near the Nature Center, Ranger Nikki will lead the way as we look for birds and try to spot their homes camouflaged among the cholla cacti and trees. The route follows Overton Trail to GO John Trailhead, where we will then walk on the paved roadway and return to the Nature...
Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking Distance: 2.5 miles; Trip Duration: 2 hr 45 min; Elevation Gain: none; Ground Condition: groomed trail. Drinking water not available on trail. Restrooms at the Mason Center and one restroom midway on the 2.5 mile loop. Each Fall Crooked Tree Golf Course closes to golfers to reseed the course. We have...
t's a day of feathers and flora. Discover a birding haven at Veterans Oasis Park on expert-led walks by the lake, recharge basins, desert and riparian habitat to learn about resident birds, their songs and tips for identification. Sun protection, closed-toe footwear, and ample drinking water are highly recommended. Binoculars provided upon request at the...
Ranger Nikki will present a slideshow of common birds seen at the park and in local suburban backyards. See some sample field guides and learn about birding apps that use...
Participate in citizen/community science with the Fall eBird Global Big Day, the counterpart to the spring version which happens annually on World Migratory Bird Day! J oin Ranger Eric for...