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July 2019
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 »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 »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 »Rainwater Harvesting Tour Sierra Vista
Join Water Wise as we caravan through Sierra Vista area, visiting home owners who have graciously opened their homes to demonstrate harvesting rain from roofs into water storage containers and/or rain basins at their wonderful properties. Register to attend by calling (520) 458-8278 ext 2141. Tour begins at the Henry F. Hauser Museum, Sierra Vista.
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 Youth Theater presents Demonstration of Skills
The Sierra Vista Youth Theater provided a week- long summer camp for children to explore their inner thespian. The children dabbled in musical theater, learning to sing, dance, and act. Today's Demonstration of Skills is their opportunity to show off their new skills.
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 »Guided Bird Walk
Each Sunday morning, the Sierra Vista Environmental Operations Park (EOP) is open for bird walks. Local docents from Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory and the Friends of the San Pedro river lead these walks. Since participation is limited, these walks are a first come, first served basis. The EOP is located between mileage markers 324 and 325 on the north side of the highway. Depart from viewing platform. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated. Info: (520) 508-4445 or (520) 417-6960.
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. Check current schedule at https://sierravistahikingschedules.shutterfly.com
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