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July 2019
Monday – Tuesday Hikers Group
All interested hikers are invited. There are no meetings, no dues, no officers. The group is not an official club of any sort and each hiker is solely responsible for his/her own safety and welfare. Check current schedule at https://sierravistahikingschedules.shutterfly.com
Find out more »Guided Nature Walks
More than 170 species of birds and 400 species of plants make their home in Ramsey Canyon Preserve and the surrounding national forest. Southwestern specialties such as painted redstarts and magnificent hummingbirds may be seen by visitors. The redstarts and hummingbirds share the canyon with many other animals, including Chiricahua leopard frogs, black bears, and dozens of species of butterflies. Entrance fees are $8 per person. Conservancy members and Cochise County residents, $5 per person. Children under 13, free. The…
Find out more »Monday – Tuesday Hikers Group
All interested hikers are invited. There are no meetings, no dues, no officers. The group is not an official club of any sort and each hiker is solely responsible for his/her own safety and welfare. When and where: Check, print, and save the current schedule.
Find out more »Guided Nature Walks
More than 170 species of birds and 400 species of plants make their home in Ramsey Canyon Preserve and the surrounding national forest. Southwestern specialties such as painted redstarts and magnificent hummingbirds may be seen by visitors. The redstarts and hummingbirds share the canyon with many other animals, including Chiricahua leopard frogs, black bears, and dozens of species of butterflies. Entrance fees are $8 per person. Conservancy members and Cochise County residents, $5 per person. Children under 13, free. The…
Find out more »Sierra Vista Farmers Market
More than fifty vendors offer a large variety of locally raised meats including all natural beef, goat, lamb, chicken, pork, emu and yak. Farm fresh eggs and seasonal fruits, vegetables and nuts are available, as well as baked goods, honeys, jams, salsas, tortillas, locally roasted coffees, knife sharpening and more. Live music and food trucks add to the festive atmosphere every Thursday. Info: (520) 732-0350, (520) 417-6960, www.sierravistafarmersmarkets.com.
Find out more »Hummingbird Banding Sessions
Up to 10 species of hummingbirds use the green corridor of the San Pedro River as a freeway between their tropical winter retreats and their northern nesting grounds. The public is invited to get a close-up look at these tiny travelers as staff and volunteers from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory capture, band, weigh, measure, and release them as part of long-term studies of the bird life of this vital migration route. The public is welcome to observe banding sessions…
Find out more »Huachuca Hiking Club Hikes
The Huachuca Hiking Club (HHC) normally has hikes every Saturday starting at earlier or later times depending upon the time of year and the hike itself. In general, the meeting time is between 7-8 a.m. in the parking area East of Pizza Hut Bistro (900 E Fry Blvd) or SE of Fry's (4351 E, AZ-90). The hikes themselves vary in length from 6-12 miles. If this piques your interest, then learn more about the club and scheduled hikes at https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/hhc-az/info…
Find out more »Bird Walks
The San Pedro River is considered one of the largest and most critical avian migratory corridors remaining in the western United States. The San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area (SPRNCA) provides habitat for over 100 species of breeding birds, and provides water, food, and shelter for another 250 species of migratory and wintering birds. Birders, novice or experienced, are invited to attend the bird walks to introduce them to the diverse avian community found in the SPRNCA. Observe 30-60 species…
Find out more »Guided River Walks
Featuring some of the richest wildlife habitat in the United States, The San Pedro River, named one of Last Great Places by the Nature Conservatory, is one of the last free-flowing rivers in the Southwest. The walks are about 1 1/2 to 2 miles long over easy terrain. Please wear appropriate attire for hiking and weather conditions, and bring at least one quart of water per person. Admission is free, and donations are gratefully accepted. For additional information, please call…
Find out more »Guided Nature Walks
More than 170 species of birds and 400 species of plants make their home in Ramsey Canyon Preserve and the surrounding national forest. Southwestern specialties such as painted redstarts and magnificent hummingbirds may be seen by visitors. The redstarts and hummingbirds share the canyon with many other animals, including Chiricahua leopard frogs, black bears, and dozens of species of butterflies. Entrance fees are $8 per person. Conservancy members and Cochise County residents, $5 per person. Children under 13, free. The…
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