Arizona Bird/Nature/Wildlife Events Calendar

San Pedro House, Join docents on a two-mile interpretive walk over easy terrain along the river every Saturday morning.  The San Pedro River features some of the richest wildlife habitat in the United States. Contact: 520-459-2555 or www.sanpedroriver.org 

Friends of the San Pedro River - Bird watching on the San Pedro River

Palominas Trailhead, Huachuca Audubon Society sponsors and all birdwatchers are welcome to join this 2-3 hour field trip onto private property to view incredible riparian habitat, including burrowing owl roosts. Contact: 520-366-5560

TUCSON: Wake Up with the Birds

Agua Caliente Park, Desert meets water at this crossroads for birds. Spot a diverse array of birds nestled among the mesquites and palm trees. Binoculars are available for use or bring your own. Contact: 520-615-7855, www.pima.gov.nrpr

SCOTTSDALE: Bird Walk
Scottsdale Ponds, Sponsored by Desert Rivers Audubon Society.  Contact: 480-951-4890.  Please preregister. This will be about 3 hours long and wrap up before noon.

Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center, Huachuca Audubon Society sponsors and all birdwatchers are welcome to join this 3 hour field trip in the Coronado National Memorial to look for winter birds of the canyons and mountain ridges.  The trail is rough with some steep sections. Contact:  520-515-9458

SIERRA VISTA: Bird Walk

San Pedro House, Birders, novice or experienced, are invited to attend the bird walks led by docents of the Friends of the San Pedro River to introduce birders to the diverse avian community found along the river. Contact:  520-459-2555 or www.sanpedroriver.org

WILLCOX: 17th Annual Wings Over Willcox

Bird festival celebrating birds and nature in the Sulphur Springs Valley. See all the winter migrants that visit Arizona and other wonders of the SE corner of the state.  New speakers and talks at free seminars. Some of the regular tours are changed around, adding locations to visit and changing times, so returning visitors can enjoy new experiences. Contact: 1-800-200-2272, http://www.wingsoverwillcox.com/ 

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Friends of the San Pedro River - Hike to the Mexican Border and Back

Palominas Trailhead, Join a docent from the Friends of the San Pedro River from the trailhead to the Mexican border and back.  This 5-hour, 10-mile hike can be strenuous. Bring lots of water, food and snacks. $5 Contact: 520-459-2555 or www.sanpedroriver.org

SIERRA VISTA: Bird Walk

San Pedro House, Birders, novice or experienced, are invited to attend the bird walks led by docents of the Friends of the San Pedro River to introduce birders to the diverse avian community found along the river. Contact:  520-459-2555 or www.sanpedroriver.org

TUCSON: Wake Up with the Birds

Agua Caliente Park, Desert meets water at this crossroads for birds. Spot a diverse array of birds nestled among the mesquites and palm trees. Binoculars are available for use or bring your own. Contact: 520-615-7855, www.pima.gov.nrpr

TUCSON: Birding Walk

Tucson Mountain Park, a guided bird walk in the Park. Spot birds reptiles and mammals of the southwest nestled among the saguaros and palo verdes. Contact: 520-877-6000, www.pima.gov.nrpr

PHOENIX: Beginning Birding Class

Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center (SE corner of the Salt River and Central Avenue), birding class (class time and field time, focusing on bird songs and behavior).  See this special place, transformed from a wasteland to a lovely riparian area.  Contact: (602) 468-6470 for more info and registration.

ORO VALLEY: Birding Walk

Honeybee Canyon, a guided bird walk in the Canyon. See many birds that spend the winter months in the desert. Ages 12 and up. Contact: 520-877-6000, www.pima.gov.nrpr

 GILBERT: Regular Bird Walk

Water Ranch, Bird walk.  Walk the site for about 90 minutes to 2 hours, regroup and review what we've seen. Free for Riparian Institute Associates, $5 for the general public. Contact: 480-951-4890. Please preregister.

TUCSON: Wake Up with the Birds

Agua Caliente Park, Desert meets water at this crossroads for birds. Spot a diverse array of birds nestled among the mesquites and palm trees. Binoculars are available for use or bring your own. Contact: 520-615-7855, www.pima.gov.nrpr

TUCSON: Birding Walk

Tucson Mountain Park, a guided bird walk in the Park. Spot birds reptiles and mammals of the southwest nestled among the saguaros and palo verdes. Contact: 520-877-6000, www.pima.gov.nrpr

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

ORO VALLEY: Birding Walk

Honeybee Canyon, a guided bird walk in the Canyon. See many birds that spend the winter months in the desert. Ages 12 and up. Contact: 520-877-6000, www.pima.gov.nrpr

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

http://www.yumabirding.com/

COTTONWOOD: Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival

Deadhorse Ranch State Park, "A Decade of Discovery", this year is the 10th anniversary
of the VVBNF! 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

PHOENIX: International Migratory Bird Day

Rio Salado Project, Contact: (602) 262-6863, http://phoenix.gov/riosalado    

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

GLOBE: Tour -  Birding with Other Activities (Memorial Day Weekend)
AWWTA member Noftsger Hill Inn B&B is base while popular birding guide and bird educator and AWWTA member Kathe Anderson leads three bird education fun interactive classes (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings) and in daily birding treks to some local hot spots (Pinal Peak, Roosevelt Lake, Oak Flat). On Monday, we’ll stop at the Boyce Thompson Arboretum for several hours of roaming and birding. Contact for itinerary and details: 520-577-6546, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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/     

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PINETOP-LAKESIDE: Woodland Wildlife Festival

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