Did you know that over 300 species of birds have been found at the Hassayampa River Preserve? Enjoy an easy-paced walk with seasoned birder and bird bander Anne Leight to spot and identify the many resident and migratory birds of the Preserve. Some binoculars are available to borrow. To register, please call the Preserve visitor center at 928-684-2772. Space is limited.

Important Notes:

• Sign-up is required for all programs unless otherwise noted, and capacity for each program is limited to 10 people.  Please call the Preserve Visitor Center at 928-684-2772 to register for programs.  If you find you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please call the Visitor Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list.

• NEW: To improve fairness for all interested in the limited spaces for our programs, each party/household may not sign up for more than 1 of the same type of program per month (i.e. you can sign up for a bird and a night walk, but not 2 bird walks or 2 night walks per month), and each party/household will only be allowed up to 5 spaces per program.

• Programs are all ages, but might not be suitable for toddlers or young children. Most guided programs involve at least 0.5-1 mile of walking on mostly flat, but sometimes uneven ground.

Join Ranger Steve for a small stargazing program at Hassayampa River Preserve on 11/05/2022 from 6-8pm. We'll have a telescope set up to view celestial objects such as the moon, Jupiter, Saturn, and perhaps even a few star clusters or nebulae!

Ranger Steve will also be answering all your astronomy-related questions, pointing out constellations with a laser, and discussing current events in astronomy. The program will be ongoing the entire two hours and will not be following a strict timeline.

Advance registration is required. Please call the Visitor Center at 928-684-2772 to register for programs.  If you find you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please call the Visitor Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list.

NEW: To improve fairness for all interested in the limited spaces for our programs, each party/household may not sign up for more than 1 of the same type of program per month (i.e. you can sign up for a bird and a night walk, but not 2 bird walks or 2 night walks per month), and each party/household will only be allowed up to 5 spaces per program.

For this program, please park in the overflow parking area. The telescope will be set up near the main parking lot. Dress for the season and bring a light jacket or sweatshirt in case the temperature dips down after sunset.

Limit 20 participants. A fun evening hike for all ages and skill levels.

• Member price: $10 per person
• Non-members: $20 per person
• Chairman's Circle members receive two free tickets to each mixer

Did you know that over 300 species of birds have been found at the Hassayampa River Preserve? Enjoy an easy-paced walk with seasoned birder and bird bander Anne Leight to spot and identify the many resident and migratory birds of the Preserve. Some binoculars are available to borrow. To register, please call the visitor center at 928-684-2772. Space is limited.

Important Notes:

• Sign-up is required for all programs unless otherwise noted, and capacity for each program is limited to 10 people.  Please call the Visitor Center at 928-684-2772 to register for programs.  If you find you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please call the Visitor Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list.

• NEW: To improve fairness for all interested in the limited spaces for our programs, each party/household may not sign up for more than 1 of the same type of program per month (i.e. you can sign up for a bird and a night walk, but not 2 bird walks or 2 night walks per month), and each party/household will only be allowed up to 5 spaces per program.

• Programs are all ages, but might not be suitable for toddlers or young children. Most guided programs involve at least 0.5-1 mile of walking on mostly flat, but sometimes uneven ground.

• 1st Exposition "Scott Wilson"
• Live painting - auction off live painting
• Food & beverages
• Live music
• Gift wrapping
• Gift basket giveaway

Join Ranger Steve for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks has included ringtails, foxes, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, and other cool creepy crawlies!  Please bring your own flashlights and blacklights if you have them, but some will be available to borrow. Space is limited, so please contact the Preserve Visitor Center at 928-684-2772 to sign up for this event.

Important Notes:

Sign-up is required for all programs unless otherwise noted, and capacity for each program is limited to 10 people.  Please call the Preserve Visitor Center at 928-684-2772 to register for programs.  If you find you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please call the Visitor Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list.

NEW: To improve fairness for all interested in the limited spaces for our programs, each party/household may not sign up for more than 1 of the same type of program per month (i.e. you can sign up for a bird and a night walk, but not 2 bird walks or 2 night walks per month), and each party/household will only be allowed up to 5 spaces per program.

Programs are all ages, but might not be suitable for toddlers or young children. Most guided programs involve at least 0.5-1 mile of walking on mostly flat, but sometimes uneven ground.

Opt outdoors for ‘Black Friday’ and work off the Thanksgiving pounds! Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike on all 3 miles of the Preserve’s trails while learning about the nature and history of the area along the way. If you’re participating in Maricopa County Parks’ 100 Miles in 100 Days Challenge, this is a great way to work towards your goal! Space is limited, so please contact the Preserve Visitor Center at 928-684-2772 to sign up for this event. 

Important Notes:

• Sign-up is required for all programs and capacity for each is limited to 10 people, unless otherwise noted.  Please call the Preserve Visitor Center at 928-684-2772 to register for programs.  If you find you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please call the Visitor Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list.
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• Programs are all ages, but might not be suitable for toddlers or young children. Most guided programs involve at least 0.5-1 mile of walking on mostly flat, but sometimes uneven ground.

Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way we will discuss how to identify birds by sight and sound, and about the behavioral and ecological traits that make them unique. Some binoculars are available to borrow. To register, please call the Preserve Visitor Center at 928-684-2772.

Important Notes:

• Sign-up is required for all programs unless otherwise noted, and capacity for each program is limited to 10 people.  Please call the Preserve Visitor Center at 928-684-2772 to register for programs.  If you find you cannot attend a program you have registered for, please call the Visitor Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list.

• NEW: To improve fairness for all interested in the limited spaces for our programs, each party/household may not sign up for more than 1 of the same type of program per month (i.e. you can sign up for a bird and a night walk, but not 2 bird walks or 2 night walks per month), and each party/household will only be allowed up to 5 spaces per program.

• Programs are all ages, but might not be suitable for toddlers or young children. Most guided programs involve at least 0.5-1 mile of walking on mostly flat, but sometimes uneven ground.

November to Remember at Dillon’s at Western Trails Ranch on Saturday, November 26. All ages welcome. $10 general admission, $5 kids ages 3-12.

Bull riding with RS Rodeo from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The Jack (AC/DC tribute band) 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Iron Maidens… 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Contact: Dillon’s at Western Trails Ranch, 623-388-2000

This course will discuss the often-misunderstood issues of exempt/nonexempt, independent contractors, overtime calculation for multiple pay rates or piece rates, comp time, travel time, payment at termination, and more. Business owners, bookkeepers, and others involved in paying employees are encouraged to attend.

Speaker(s): Laura Hamblin

Co-Sponsor(s): SCORE and Yavapai Library District

Fee: No Cost
Register at: https://clients.azsbdc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=100420117