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 eBird and citizen science, how to identify birds by sight and sound, and about the behavioral and ecological traits that make them … Continued

Have you ever seen a butterfly flitting around and wish you could identify it? Well, then monitoring is for you! Our experts will teach you all about butterfly identification, key identification characteristics, flight patterns, and plant species that each butterfly species prefers. All while contributing to our butterfly citizen science program. The data you collect … Continued

How does she do it? Judee Nuechter creates bold, intricate jewelry that is considered art as much as jewelry. Beads, stones, and charms create pieces that are beautiful and have unique, story-telling properties. During this demo, Judee will explain her process and materials, as well as demonstrate how she accomplishes the intricate beading technique that … Continued

Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and learn about the nocturnal critters of the Preserve! Wildlife seen on past walks have included bats, ringtails, foxes, skunks, javelinas, deer, owls, scorpions, insects, and other cool creepy crawlies! Please bring your own flashlights and blacklights if you have them, but some will … Continued

Join our panel lecture, sponsored by Arizona Humanities featuring Adolfo Castillo, Publisher Editorial & Creative of Western Art Collector magazine part of International Artist Publishing LLC. The lecture will be centered around the subject of collecting artifacts and artwork. Panelists: Adolfo Castillo—publisher of Western Art Collector and private collector; Diana Pardue—chief curator at Heard Museum, institutional lender to Artesanía del Pueblo; June White—private collector and lender … Continued

Did you know that over 50 species of dragonflies and damselflies can be found at the Preserve? Join Ranger Eric for a guided walk along the river and lake trails to explore the fascinating world of dragonflies and damselflies. We’ll also see other aquatic and riparian wildlife along the way! Please bring ample water and … Continued

Learn a little about these migratory creatures before attending Wickenburg’s annual Bats and Buzzards event on the bridge tonight! Come talk with Ranger Shaun about what you should expect to see, why it’s happening, and how we’re able to predict it well enough to plan a festival around it! MEETING LOCATION: Preserve Visitor Center No … Continued

Did you know that Wickenburg gets one of the highest concentrations of migrating turkey vultures in Arizona? Or that the highway bridge in town has a colony of thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats roosting beneath it? This free, family-friendly, wildlife viewing event is hosted by the Town of Wickenburg, Maricopa County Parks Hassayampa River Preserve, … Continued

Join Ranger Kevin for an in-depth look at a variety of plants that call the Hassayampa River Preserve home. Visitors will have the opportunity to examine samples, ask questions, and learn all kinds of interesting facts. We’ll even have a microscope on hand so you can see these plants with an amazing degree of detail. … Continued

Join Ranger Kevin as we casually walk the grounds of the Preserve at the tail-end of another desert day, stopping to observe plants and animals while conversing about the importance of riparian areas generally (and Hassayampa specifically) in conserving and protecting a wide range of wildlife. Length of hike is roughly two miles. Trails are … Continued