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Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 8:30 AM MSTBubbling Ponds Preserve - Friday, November 15th, 8:30-11 AM
Bubbling Ponds, Cornville, AZ
Bubbling Ponds Preserve - Friday, November 15th, 8:30-11 AM. Meet at dirt parking lot. Porta-potty now on site. We will bird primarily around the ponds and a short trip down to Oak Creek. Trail is easy and flat. We will look for fall migrants and residents feeding. Bring the usual stuff: water, snacks, hat, sunscreen. Janie Ward-Langley will lead. [email protected]
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Sat, Nov 16, 2024, 8:00 AM MSTPicture Canyon - Saturday, November 16th - 8:00am
Picture Canyon Trailhead, Flagstaff, AZ
Join us at Picture Canyon to see the variety riparian habitats have to offer! Now is the time to see the wintering species in the area and any surprise late migrants. Possible species include American Wigeon, Green-winged Teal, Wilson’s Snipe, Lewis’s Woodpecker, Pinyon Jay, Townsend’s Solitaire, Cassin’s Finch, Acorn Woodpecker, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, and Western Bluebird. This location also offers great views of the canyon and some interesting petroglyphs!

We will meet in the parking area for the Picture Canyon Trailhead at 8:00am, which is found on Route 66 and N El Paso Flagstaff Rd. If taking I-40 east, take exit 204, then turn left onto Route 66, and take a right onto N El Paso Flagstaff Rd. Dirt trails will be sloped in some spots but is all still easy walking, and outhouses are located in the parking area. Be sure to bring sunscreen, walking shoes, a hat, binoculars, water, and wear warm layers. Weather will be cold!
For any questions please reach out to Abbie Brozich at 480-519-0538
Photo by Abbie Brozich
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Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 9:00 AM MSTDel Rio Pond & Verde Village Riparian Preserve, Wednesday Nov 20th 9-11:30 AM.
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Del Rio Pond & Verde Village Riparian Preserve, Wednesday Nov 20th 9-11:30 AM. We’ll meet at the duck pond on E. Del Rio Dr off of Hwy 260 (GPS 34.7007820, -111.9835430). Join me for a relaxing walk before the holiday busyness. We’ll get some fresh air and light exercise by walking about a mile or so on the trail in the Verde River riparian preserve after checking out the pond with a scope (stationary, picnic table, bring a warm beverage if you’d like). This beloved pond will not exist much longer- see it while you can. It is a regular Wood Duck hangout and many other ducks are likely. There is not a restroom here so please make a stop somewhere on the way. Heather will lead. Email [email protected] if you have any questions.
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Sat, Nov 23, 2024, 9:30 AM MSTBuddhist Stupa Big Sit Saturday November 23rd, 9:30-10:45 AM
The Amitabha Stupa, Sedona, AZ
Buddhist Stupa Big Sit Saturday November 23rd, 9:30-10:45 AM. Meet in the Buddhist Stupa parking lot (take Andante North and left on Pueblo, right to parking lot) at 9:30. We will do the short walk to a good spot for viewing and watch from 1 spot for an hour. This is a perfect trip for beginners as all will look through a good scope. Rich Armstrong will lead, [email protected]. 928-282-3675. Member's day meeting is at the Sedona Library at 11:30.
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Sat, Nov 23, 2024, 11:30 AM MSTAnnual Member’s Meeting - Nov 23 - Sedona - 11:30-2:30pm
Sedona Public Library, Sedona, AZ
Annual Member’s Meeting in Sedona; Saturday
Nov. 23. 11:30 to 2:30, Sedona Public Library.

This day our Audubon members are the featured speakers. That means you! Join in the fun. If you wish to speak, submit up to 5 slides of anything of a nature topic to [email protected] . You’ll get up to 5 minutes to speak. Don’t want to speak? That’s fine, come hear your fellow members tell a quick story. This is a popular event where we hear a variety of tales. And if you find one speaker not exciting, don’t worry, they only speak for 5 minutes. Lunch is served! We’ll provide food so come hungry. Bring a friend. Many door prize giveaways! 11:30 set up time with food served noon to 12:30. Speakers start about 12:30-ish. No driving at night necessary for this meeting. See you there.
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Tue, Nov 26, 2024, 9:00 AM MSTSedona Wetlands 1 hour, Tuesday Nov 26th, 9-10:15 AM.
Sedona Wetland Preserve, Sedona, AZ
Sedona Wetlands 1 hour, Tuesday Nov 26th, 9-10:15 AM. Meet at the Wetlands parking lot at 9. We will do just over an hour looking for ducks & wintering birds. This is a perfect trip for beginners as all will look through a good scope. Rich Armstrong will lead, [email protected]. 928-282-3675.
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Sat, Nov 30, 2024, 9:00 AM MSTChuckwalla Drive, Cottonwood, Saturday Nov 30, 9-11 AM.
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## Chuckwalla Drive, Cottonwood, Saturday Nov 30, 9-11 AM.

Meet at the south end of Chuckwalla Drive where it is best to carpool. There are no restrooms. Directions: Arrive there by following Fir St until it dead ends at Chuckwalla Drive. Turn left or south and park at a small turnout at the end of Chuckwalla. Expect to see wintering or desert birds: Cactus Wren, Gambel's Quail, Curve-billed Thrasher, Canyon Towhee, Northern Cardinal, more. Walking is flat except for a possible uphill climb on a gravel road. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Bring binoculars, camera, water, and snacks. Contact Kristen Rothrock at [email protected] or text 928 634 3633 for any questions.
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Sat, Dec 14, 2024, 8:00 AM MSTMt Elden Christmas Bird Count! Saturday, December 14
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Why be part of the CBC?
● start a new tradition
● get outside
● contribute to bird conservation, and
● build lifelong relationships!

“CBCs are wonderful because they are one of the world’s oldest
examples of citizen scientists contributing to wildlife conservation,” says
Mike Carlo, services specialist for the National Wildlife Refuge System -
also an avid birder.

To be on a team, contact Elaine Lockey or Liz Brauer at
[email protected]
[email protected]
Can’t count outside? Be a Feeder Counter!
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