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 … Continued

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 breeding resident birds of the Preserve. Some binoculars are available to borrow. To register, please call the Preserve visitor center at 928-684-2772. Space … Continued

This is a mobile photo walk to search for light and shadow on the historic grounds of Vulture City. 8:00am to 10:00am. $40 per person admission, includes tour and photographs until 5pm. Limited tickets available here.

Join Branded Brush Boutique from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for Mimosas and Make & Takes as they celebrate moms and/or all those special women in our lives!   The cost is only $10.00 and includes a mimosa (or orange juice), a clay pot, paint, and already poured molds to create a beautiful pot for … Continued

Nichols West will be open on Mother's Day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a set Mother's Day menu from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.   Please make reservations by calling Nichols West at (928) 427-0235.

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! To register, please call the Preserve … Continued

Mother's Day is quickly approaching! Why not skip the restaurant lines and come to The Ranch for our Mother's Day Buffet? We have a scrumptious Chef-prepared menu that will show her how much you care.   Call 928-684-5484 to make reservations. Adults $55; Children under 12 $25.

For World Migratory Bird Day and eBird Global Big Day, join Cindy Marple and Kathe Anderson to count birds around the Preserve’s trails for this community science birding event. There will be three 1.5-hour long sessions available to sign up for: 7:00-8:30am, 8:45-10:15am, and 10:30am-12:00pm. To register, please call the Preserve Visitor Center at 928-684-2772. … Continued

Join naturalist Marceline VandeWater for an easy-paced walk on the Preserve trails to look for birds, butterflies, and dragonflies! Along the way, you’ll learn about these fascinating animals and how to identify common species of each. Space is limited. To register, please call the Preserve Visitor Center at 928-684-2772. Some binoculars are available to borrow.

Dance the night away listening to the greatest hits from the late '70s and early '80s with "Some Like It Yacht" rock band! Sail away with us as we enjoy live music and full bars at an authentic Arizona dude ranch and cattle ranch.   Party kicks off at 7:30 p.m., gate opens at 6:30 … 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 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 … Continued

Did you know that over 50 species of dragonflies and damselflies can be found at the Preserve? Join ASU professor Dr. Pierre Deviche for an easy-paced 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 call … Continued