Mt. Ord and Sycamore Creek
Mt. Ord and Sycamore Creek
Fountain Hills, AZ
Escape the Phoenix heat – we will visit areas 25 degrees cooler than Phoenix. In August we should encounter an interesting mix of Summer and year-round residents, and a few Fall migrants. We hope to see Blue Grosbeak, Gray Vireo, Zone-tailed and Common Black Hawks, Bullock's and Hooded Orioles, Ash…
Wednesday, August 21 2024
5:30 AM
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12:00 PM
New River Nature Reserve
New River Nature Reserve
Phoenix, AZ
Off the beaten path, north of Phoenix is the New River Nature Reserve. Tucked between New River and I-17 this reserve boasts a dense Cottonwood/Willow riparian habitat, adjacent to open Sonoran Desert, providing opportunities to see a wide range of species such as Bell’s Vireo, Wilson’s Snipe, Will…
Monday, October 14 2024
6:00 AM
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10:00 AM
Mingus Mountain
Mingus Mountain
Prescott, AZ
Mingus Mountain is a 7,700 ft. peak in the Prescott National Forest near Jerome. We’ll start very early from the Phoenix area, explore several trails through the pine forest and around a pond. Pygmy Nuthatch, Band-tailed Pigeon and Plumbeous Vireo are locals along with forest-dwelling woodpeckers a…
Monday, September 23 2024
5:00 AM
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3:30 PM
Tres Rios Wetlands in Tolleson with Torin
Tres Rios Wetlands in Tolleson with Torin
Estrella Village, AZ
Combining fall migration with a top bird diversity hotspot is always a recipe for success. This location features restored wetland and riparian habitat supplied by the nearby wastewater treatment plant. The result is a wildlife haven with large numbers of waterbirds and desert species alike. Yellow…
Thursday, October 10 2024
6:30 AM
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11:00 AM
Bird-o-ween at Granite Reef
Bird-o-ween at Granite Reef
Mesa, AZ
One of the real treats among Maricopa County birding locations - no tricks. The mesquite bosque harbors songbirds, the picnic area hosts Vermilion Flycatchers, and the river holds a variety and abundance of waders and waterfowl. We’ll see what we can scare up. Hopefully the birds won’t ghost us. …
Thursday, October 31 2024
7:00 AM
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10:00 AM
Birds, Dragonflies and more at Gilbert Water Ranch
Birds, Dragonflies and more at Gilbert Water Ranch
Gilbert, AZ
With bird migration in full swing, we’ll make our way around the East Valley’s favorite migrant trap. We’ll check for any reported rarities, and maybe even find some of our own. We’ll be treated to a diversity of birds potentially reaching 50+ species, not to mention the plant and insect life! Brin…
Saturday, October 12 2024
6:30 AM
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9:30 AM
Birding for All Ages at Papago Park
Birding for All Ages at Papago Park
Phoenix, AZ
This walk is oriented toward being child-friendly, though all ages and abilities are invited to attend. Excellent birding in the vicinity of the Phoenix Zoo and Desert Botanical Garden. We should see some resident desert specialties as well as migrant birds. We will meet at the parking lot on the …
Sunday, October 27 2024
8:00 AM
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10:30 AM
Rim Lakes with Kathe
Rim Lakes with Kathe
TBD, AZ
After a quick stop in Payson, we’ll head east on Highway 260 to visit Willow Springs and Woods Canyon Lakes on the Mogollon Rim. This should get us a variety of summer birds—Osprey, flycatchers, tanagers, and warblers, as well as resident woodpecker and nuthatch species. Weather permitting, we’ll p…
Wednesday, August 14 2024
5:00 AM
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3:00 PM
Family-friendly birding at Desert Breeze Park
Family-friendly birding at Desert Breeze Park
Chandler, AZ
This walk is oriented towards being child-friendly, although all ages and abilities are invited to attend. This park in Chandler contains a lake, a Hummingbird Habitat with a drip water fountain and benches, and plenty of other ground to cover in between. We should see common urban Phoenix birds, …
Sunday, October 20 2024
8:00 AM
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10:30 AM
Early Migration at Rio Salado Project
Early Migration at Rio Salado Project
Phoenix, AZ
Close to downtown Phoenix, this riparian habitat hosts a variety of bird families and is particularly productive during migrations. Once an unsanctioned dump, this riparian corridor has been restored and features a number of trails exploring both wet and dry riparian, mesquite bosque, marsh, and ev…
Saturday, September 14 2024
6:30 AM
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9:30 AM
