Thursday, June 26, 2025
07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
McDowell Mountain Regional Park
16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr.
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(602) 506-2930 ext 3
Interested in learning about birding, but not sure if it’s right for you? Stop by Ranger Jacque’s table for an intro to the desert birding world, with opportunities to practice birding and viewing the variety of species that frequent the outdoor water feature in the morning. Click program title for more details.
From hobbyists to extreme birdathon competitors, birding is a popular past time all over the world thanks to its relative ease and affordability. Yet for those newly interested, it can seem overwhelming. How do you recognize one bird among some 500 species in Arizona? It may not be as difficult as it seems if you know what to look for. Where to start? Drop by this come-and-go ranger table to chat with Ranger Jacque. There, you can learn to bird and even start identifying the most commonly found local birds right there at the outer viewing area! *Seating limited*
Bring binoculars if you have them (one available to borrow) and download the Merlin app (developed by Cornell) prior to arrival to get the most out of your experience.
MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center
No registration required.