Events are not individually listed here so please see below:
Clay Target Center Events:
http://www.azgfd.gov/ctc2/events.html
Ben Avery Shooting Facility Events:
http://www.azgfd.gov/outdoor_recreation/basf_events.shtml
Description:
Summer Pistol League at Ben Avery Shooting Facility. Registration is required.
Description:
Ben Avery Summer Archery League. Registration is required.
Time:
4:00pm-5:30pm
Description:
Arizona’s animals can be elusive, but if you know what to look for, you can see signs of them on almost any trail. In this class, kids will learn identify scat (droppings) and tracks of different animals. We’ll also make tracks of our own while walking just like the animals do!
Location: City of Chandler Environmental Education Center (NE corner of Lindsay Rd and Chandler Heights Rd), 480-782-2890. Visit www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis for more information.
Description:
Off-Hand Air Gun Summer League Ben Avery Air Gun Range. Register is required.
Time:
5:30pm-6:30pm
Description:
What: Take a relaxing, naturalist-guided stroll through the park and experience the quiet of the desert at dusk. One-hour guided walks on paved and gravel paths are open to all ages and abilities.
Date: Friday, October 2
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Where: Pima County Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 N. Camino de Oeste, Tucson
On Camino de Oeste, ˝ mile north of Speedway/Gates Pass Road
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Description:
Events are not individually listed here so please see below:
Clay Target Center Events:
http://www.azgfd.gov/ctc2/events.html
Ben Avery Shooting Facility Events:
http://www.azgfd.gov/outdoor_recreation/basf_events.shtml
Time:
8:00am-12:00pm
Description:
Volunteers from the Desert Rivers Audubon Society will lead guided birdwalks through Veterans Oasis Park. Participants will observe the many species of birds that populate central Arizona’s desert and wetland habitats. This is a great way for the entire family to enjoy nature together! Birdwalks depart from the EEC about every 30 minutes until about 11 a.m. Walks typically last at least one hour. Pre-registration is NOT required.
Ages: All ages
Cost: Free
Location: City of Chandler Environmental Education Center (NE corner of Lindsay Rd and Chandler Heights Rd), 480-782-2890. Visit www.chandleraz.gov/veterans-oasis for more information.
Time:
12:00pm-1:30pm
Description:
What: Have you ever wondered why a bobcat has spots or why female hummingbirds are so drab? Animals come in all sorts of colors to help them survive. Learn how animals use colors and patterns to blend in. Then, create your own desert “hide-and-seek” game. Activity is best suited for children ages 5-12 accompanied by adults.
Date: Saturday, October 3
Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Where: Woods Memorial Branch Library, 3455 N. First Ave., Tucson 85719
Cost/Age: free, ages 5-12 accompanied by adults
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Time:
1:00pm-2:30pm
Description:
What: Wildlife ecologists Kathie Schroeder and Jessica Lamberton will give a digital slide presentation about Tucson area bobcats and mountain lions; how they affect our lives and how we affect theirs. Following the slide presentation there will be a chance to see a live bobcat.
Date: Saturday, October 3
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where: Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road, Tucson
Cost/Age: free, all ages welcome
For more information contact: 520-615-7855 or eeducation@pima.gov
Reservations not required.
Time:
6:30pm-9:00pm
Description:
Come out and experience the sights and sounds of the Sonoran at night! By the light of the moon, we’ll hike along Wagner Trail and enjoy the shadows cast by the McDowell Mountains. We may even see the famous Fountain Hills fountain spouting in the distance! Meet at Wagner Trailhead. No pets please.
For more information: www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell, 480-471-0173x201
