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August 2021
McMillian Mesa Family Guided Hike
Willow Bend, in partnership with City of Flagstaff’s Open Space Program and with generous funding from the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire, will be leading FREE guided family-focused tours of McMillan Mesa. Tours will include a short hike and fun hands on outdoor focused activities for the whole family. Learn about urban forestry, open space, wildlife and more! Meet at 10AM in Buffalo Park, (2400 N Gemini Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86004). Meet near the entrance, by the buffalo. Please wear comfortable…
Find out more »Adult Workshop: Gardening for Wildlife
Whether your outdoor space is an apartment balcony or a mini farm, learn how to create a garden that attracts native wildlife and helps to restore habitat in Arizona's urban, suburban and rural areas. Using resources such as the Certified Wildlife Habit program sanctioned by the National Wildlife Federation, discover how to provide food, water cover and a place for wildlife to raise their young in your own backyard. At the same time learn how to respond to problems with…
Find out more »September 2021
Adult Workshop: Food Fermentation for Health and Flavor
Do you like sauerkraut, kimchi, ginger beer, or chocolate? One thing they all have in common is that they are products of fermentation. Whether you are looking to preserve your garden harvest or learn new ways to make healthy and flavorful food, this workshop is perfect for learning about basic fermentation techniques and the scientific basis behind the process. Join Mike Dechter for a morning of learning, tasting homemade fermented foods, and getting some hands on experience making your very…
Find out more »Festival of Science – Downtown Geology Tour
*Event registration for this event will open on Monday, August 23rd.* Explore Downtown's unique geology with geologist Daniel Foley. Learn about architectural styles, discuss changing preferences for certain rock types, and discover exciting historic events etched in stone. Reservation required. Meeting location provided upon reservation. Sign up here: https://willowbendcenter.z2systems.com/np/clients/willowbendcenter/event.jsp?event=142&
Find out more »Festival of Science – Keyhole Sink Hike
*Event registration for this event will open on Monday, August 30th.* Join retired Kaibab National Forest archaeologist Neil Weintraub for a 1.5 mile round trip hike to the Keyhole Sink Native American petroglyphs that are about 1000 years ago. Along the way you will learn about the forest's rich cultural history and about the importance of ongoing forest restoration treatments. Bring snacks, camera, and plenty of water! Meeting location will be e-mailed upon registration. Sign up here: https://willowbendcenter.z2systems.com/np/clients/willowbendcenter/event.jsp?event=137&
Find out more »October 2021
Adult Workshop: Simple and Beautiful Mending
Learn skills for self-reliant sewing with Tasha Miller Griffith from Threaded Together. We will show you how to repair seams, sew on buttons, and make simple sturdy patches—all with just a needle and thread! Bring anything made of fabric that you would like to fix, or practice with our scraps. Begin your hand-stitched mending journey as a creative expression, and a way to care for your textiles, the people you love, and our planet. Cost: $25/participant or $20/Willow Bend Members. Click…
Find out more »November 2021
Adult Workshop: Wine and Mead Making for Beginners
Have you ever been interested in making your own wine/mead but have been stymied on how to start? Learn about the basics of making wine and mead from wine-making hobbyist, Mike Dechter. Mike will go over the basic process for turning fruits, flowers, or even vegetables into wine or mead. The class will focus on basic supplies needed, steps in the wine-making process, and important tips and considerations for making a successful wine/mead. Those who attend will also get the…
Find out more »December 2021
Adult Workshop: Salve Making
*Registration will open on November 1st.* Herbalist Mike Masek from The Forager's Path School of Botanical Studies is back just in time for winter and the holidays, to lead the annual Salve Making Workshop. This workshop shows you how to make unique and useful gifts for friends, family and yourself! The workshop will focus on two salve making processes. One method uses resin from the local Pinon tree; the other method is used for leaves and flowers in general. All participants will…
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