Arizona Bird/Nature/Wildlife Events Calendar

SUPERIOR: Dragonfly Walk 

Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Parents and kids can learn to identify colorful dragonfly species during a one-hour walk. Contact: 520-689-2811 or http://arboretum.ag.arizona.edu

FLAGSTAFF: Saturday Morning Bird Walks

The Arboretum at Flagstaff, Members of the Audubon Society lead bird walks through the gardens at The Arboretum. The walks meet from May through July, when a large variety of migratory birds pass through northern Arizona. Contact: 928-774-1442, ext. 110

FLAGSTAFF: Guided Nature Walk

The Nature Conservancy, These ninety-minute walks offer the opportunity to learn more about birds, wildflowers, forest ecology, and The Nature Conservancy’s work across the region. Easy walk,  Sundays through mid-October, 928-774-8892 ext 5 www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/arizona/ or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

SUPERIOR: Learn Your Lizards

WICKENBURG: Birds and Breakfast

Hassayampa River Preserve, approx. 90 minute walk followed by a light breakfasat. $10 per person, includes adission to the precerve. Please preregister. 928-684-2772

SUPERIOR: Dragonfly Walk

Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Parents and kids can learn to identify colorful dragonfly species during a one-hour walk. Contact: 520-689-2811 or http://arboretum.ag.arizona.edu

Water Ranch, bird walk.  Walk the site for about 90 minutes to 2 hours, regroup and review what was seen. Free for Riparian Institute Associates, $5 for the general public. Please preregister. Contact: 480-951-4890.  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

SPRINGERVILLE: High Country Hummers

Sipe Wildlife Area, Interact with independent hummingbird researchers, exhibits featuring live hawks and owls, bird walk, slide presentation, explore the visitor center’s displays on wildlife, habitats, prehistoric culture and conservation. Contact: 928-367-4281

SIERRA VISTA: Southwest Wings

Windermere Hotel, Field trips to some of the most famous birding spots in the United States including the San Pedro River, Garden, Sawmill Huachuca, Ramsey, Carr, Miller and Ash Canyons. All of the free programs will be open to the public and will not require participants to register or pay a registration fee. Contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , http://www.swwings.org/     

FLAGSTAFF: Guided Nature Walk

The Nature Conservancy, These ninety-minute walks offer the opportunity to learn more about birds, wildflowers, forest ecology, and The Nature Conservancy’s work across the region. Easy walk,  Sundays through mid-October, 928-774-8892 ext 5 www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/arizona/ or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

FLAGSTAFF: Elk Workshop

Mormon Lake Lodge, Come learn about Arizona's largest wildlife species. Workshop and field trip will be out of the Mormon Lake Lodge. Contact: AZ Game and Fish Flagstaff office, 928-774-5045

 2010

FLAGSTAFF: Guided Nature Walk

The Nature Conservancy, These ninety-minute walks offer the opportunity to learn more about birds, wildflowers, forest ecology, and The Nature Conservancy’s work across the region. Easy walk,  Sundays through mid-October, 928-774-8892 ext 5 www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/arizona/ or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

PINETOP-LAKESIDE: Woodland Wildlife Festival

White Mountain Nature Center, http://whitemountainnaturecenter.org  

WILLCOX: 18th Annual Wings Over Willcox 

http://www.wingsoverwillcox.com/

AVONDALE:Tres Rios Nature & Earth Festival

B&M Wildlife Area, Celebrate the heritage, ecology, history and wildlife of the area where the Gila, Salt and Agua Fria rivers meet. Exhibitors, sponsors and organizations will have booths; food and drink will be available for purchase at several spots; canoe floats will be offered on the river at the festival - learn a little about boating in Arizona and go for a paddle on the Gila River; guided hikes, self walks and bird watching will be offered; free fishing clinic - fishing equipment is provided, no licenses required; a separate fun area where kids can get outside and have some fun - walk a short nature trail, look at wildlife artifacts, make some crafts, get your face painted and more. Contact: http://www.tresriosnaturefestival.com

PHOENIX: Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Outdoor Expo

Ben Avery Shooting Range (Exit I-17 at Carefree Highway, go west ½ mile and follow the signs). This is a great event to experience or learn more about the amazing outdoor recreational opportunities in Arizona. Activities such as camping, fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, shooting sports, off-highway vehicle recreation and boating recreation are great ways to spend quality time with family and friends. Admission to the Expo and parking are free. Contact: 602-942-3000, http://www.azgfd.gov/outdoor_recreation/showcase.shtml

YUMA: Yuma Birding and Nature Festival

Hilton Garden Inn, information and schedules for the 2011 seminars will be available soon. Contact: 928-376-0100, http://www.yumabirding.com/

WICKENBURG: Nature Fest

Hassyampa River Preserve. Details to come. Contact: (928) 684-2772

COTTONWOOD: Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival

Deadhorse Ranch State Park, "A Decade of Discovery", this year is the 10th anniversary
of the Festival! Contact: Barbie Hart at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or 928-282-2202. http://www.birdyverde.org/index.htm

FLAGSTAFF: Saturday Morning Bird Walks

The Arboretum at Flagstaff, Members of the Audubon Society lead bird walks through the gardens at The Arboretum. The walks meet from May through July, when a large variety of migratory birds pass through northern Arizona. Contact: 928-774-1442, ext. 110

BISBEE: Fiesta de las Aves

The Festival of the Birds is a traveling affair, with activities taking place at a series of outstanding birding locations in Cochise and Santa Cruz counties, including the Huachuca and Chiricahua Mountains, San Pedro River, and Patagonia. There is a variety of activities for birders and other wildlife enthusiasts. The festival format encourages broader participation from visitors, residents, volunteers, businesses, and organizations, reduces the cost of most field trips, and spreads the economic benefits of birding tourism to more communities. Contact: 520-432-1388 or visit Fiesta de las Aves International Migration Celebration

PAYSON: Payson Wildlife Fair

Green Valley Park, a carnival full of wildlife and hands-on outdoor activities for all. Parents and kids can fish, play games, and get a close-up look at wildlife, including birds of prey, rattlesnakes and Gila monsters. No fishing license is required for fair attendees and equipment and bait can be borrowed from the free fishing booth at the fair. Green Valley Lake will receive more than double its usual stocking of trout in preparation for this event. Contact: 928-947-5242 x7, PWF

FLAGSTAFF: Saturday Morning Bird Walks

The Arboretum at Flagstaff, Members of the Audubon Society lead bird walks through the gardens at The Arboretum. The walks meet from May through July, when a large variety of migratory birds pass through northern Arizona. Contact: 928-774-1442, ext. 110