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New River Nature Reserve with Robert Carter

Phoenix, AZ MST
Nestled up against I-17 lies this hidden gem - a confluence of riparian, mesquite bosque, and open Sonoran Desert. New River is always full of surprises – especially early in migration. We’ll walk north flanked by the aboveg… read more

Gilbert Riparian Preserve with Robert Carter and Sean McEntee

Gilbert, AZ MST
Just in time for spring migration to get going, we'll stroll around the ponds of the East Valley's favorite birding spot. We'll note the different habitats and check for any reported rarities, and perhaps even find some of o… read more

Montezuma Well with Jackie Anderson and Robert Carter

Phoenix, AZ MST
Join Jackie Anderson and Robert Carter for a joint Sonoran/Maricopa Audubon outing to Montezuma Well, a limestone sinkhole replenished with 1.5 million gallons of spring water daily. With a canopy of sycamore, cottonwood and… read more

Sunflower, Sycamore Creek and Mt. Ord With Charles Babbitt

TBD, AZ EDT
Come along for a trip exploring three distinct, yet closely related habitats between Sunflower, Sycamore Creek and Mt. Ord. All three offer greatchances to see birds we often miss in the Valley, like Bridled Titmouse, Zone-t… read more
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Past Events

Oak Flat Campground with Torin Waters

Oak Flat Campground with Torin Waters

Miami, AZ
Oak Flat is an ecological treasure that is currently under threat from a proposed copper mine operation. Maricopa Audubon has partnered with the Apache people to fight against this plan.  Come exeperience just what makes this place so special for yourself so you canadd your voice to the many fight…
Wednesday, February 26 2025 7:00 AM 10:30 AM

Birding For All Ages: Gilbert Regional Park With Torin Waters

Birding For All Ages: Gilbert Regional Park With Torin Waters

Gilbert, AZ
Well-known throughout the community for its recreational amenities (one of the best playgrounds and splash pads around!), Gilbert Regional Park is also growing in stature in the birding community. A flock of Lawrence’s Goldfinches present this winter has garnered new attention to this park. With lu…
Saturday, February 1 2025 9:00 AM 11:00 AM

Box Bar Recreation Areas with Torin Waters

Box Bar Recreation Areas with Torin Waters

Rio Verde, AZ
This is a beautiful spot along the Verde River with riparian stands of Willows, Cottonwoods, and Mesquites. Bald Eagles nest in this area, and we have a good chance of seeing them. Verdins, Ruby-crowned Kinglets and Yellow-rumped Warblers are a sure thing here; less predictable is what uncommon spe…
Wednesday, February 12 2025 7:15 AM 10:00 AM

Patagonia/Sonoita/Parker Canyon Lake with Kathe Anderson

Patagonia/Sonoita/Parker Canyon Lake with Kathe Anderson

Scottsdale, AZ
Wednesday/Thursday overnight, Feb 5/6 This will be two full days of birding to and from Sonoita and Patagonia, where we'll probably stay at the Stage Stop Inn. We’ll start early on Wednesday, stopping at Sweetwater Wetlands and Las Cienegas National Conservation Area on the way there, have lunch i…
Wed, Feb 5 2025 6:30 AM Thu, Feb 6 2025 5:30 PM

Hassayampa River Preserve with Kathe Anderson

Hassayampa River Preserve with Kathe Anderson

Wickenburg, AZ
Check out spring migration shifting into gear at Hassayampa River Preserve. one of many conservation success stories within Maricopa County. Comprising about 770 acres of riparian habitat along the Hassayampa River, you’re always in for a treat walking the trails. If the distinction as the most rel…
Friday, March 28 2025 7:00 AM 12:00 PM

North Phoenix Parks Tour with Torin Waters

North Phoenix Parks Tour with Torin Waters

Phoenix, AZ
A tour through 4 of North Phoenix’s parks (Deer Valley Park, Buffalo Ridge Park, Roadrunner Park, Sweetwater Park). We’ll observe the similarities and differences between the habitats of each park, while contemplating the importance of these critical stopover points for migratory bird species. This…
Wednesday, March 26 2025 6:30 AM 10:00 AM

Better Birding Basics: Color and Pattern at Encanto Park with Robert Carter

Better Birding Basics: Color and Pattern at Encanto Park with Robert Carter

Phoenix, AZ
This outing is for birders of all skill levels, with an interest in improving one’s bird ID skills. This outing will focus on color and pattern, building on our size and shape skills from the previous Better birding Basics outing. This will be a slow birding outing where we stop at different points…
Saturday, February 22 2025 7:00 AM 9:30 AM

Birding For All Ages: Crossroads District Park with Torin Waters

Birding For All Ages: Crossroads District Park with Torin Waters

Gilbert, AZ
Come one come all (even bring young ones) on this trip to Crossroads district Park in Gilbert. Check out some of what the East Valley has to offer, in a family-friendly environment perfect for birders of all ages. Have a young person you'd like to introduce to birding and conservation? Bring them. …
Sunday, March 16 2025 9:00 AM 11:00 AM

Sunset Birding at Tempe Marsh With Robert Carter

Sunset Birding at Tempe Marsh With Robert Carter

Tempe, AZ
We had so much fun in January, we're doing it again! East of Tempe Town Lake is Tempe Marsh, a productive habitat throughout the year. A paved multi-use path runs along the southern edge of the Marsh, making for a great raised platform for wildlife viewing. A variety of ducks frequent the area - w…
Sunday, February 16 2025 4:30 PM 6:30 PM

Thunderbird Conservation Park and Arrowhead Lake with Torin Waters

Thunderbird Conservation Park and Arrowhead Lake with Torin Waters

Glendale, AZ
This outing should provide a good mix of common desert birds and water birds. We’ll start at Thunderbird Conservation Park and look for Sonoran Desert species such as Cactus Wren, Black-throated Sparrow, Gilded Flicker, and Loggerhead Shrike. The picnic area and wash could hold some wintering sparr…
Tuesday, January 28 2025 7:30 AM 11:00 AM
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