The name comes from a freshwater source that Native Americans used centuries ago. Although not flowing like descriptions of the past, it is a lovely spot protected by towering cottonwoods. It is located in Clarkdale a short distance past Tuzigoot Road, next to the Clarkdale Wastewater Treatment plant. We will encounter some rough footing along the way, make sure you have appropriate footwear. We are expecting a nice variety of birds; flycatchers and swallows out in the open, Verdin and Bell’s Vireo as we make our way down to the Verde and the usual suspects along the Verde River. There should be Yellow Warblers, Common Yellowthroats, Summer Tanagers and hopefully a Black Hawk or two.

Rating: 4

Transportation: Self-drive

Meal: None

Cost: $40

Trip Guide: Rosa Palarino

Rosa has been a participant and/or volunteer for the Verde Valley Birding & Nature Festival since 2008. She completed her education in Wildlife Biology & Management and Environmental Sciences in the Northeast, and has worked throughout the country studying various bird species for the past 20+ years. She is a Natural Resource Specialist/Wildlife Biologist with the National Park Service. She spends as much time as possible exploring the outdoors and when not traveling, she is planning her next adventure. Rosa is thrilled to be a part of the VVBNF!

Part of the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival