Adult Workshop: Gardening for Wildlife

Willow Bend Environmental Education Center 703 E Sawmill Rd. , Flagstaff , AZ, United States

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 […]

Adult Workshop: Food Fermentation for Health and Flavor

Willow Bend Environmental Center 703 E. Sawmill Road, Flagstaff

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 […]

Science in the Park

Wheeler Park 212 W Aspen Ave,, Flagstaff, Coconino, United States

Join Willow Bend and many other organizations for hands on activities and learning as we kick off the Flagstaff Science Festival with Science in the Park. Willow Bend will be leading waste reduction education activities, as well as renewable energy demonstrations. Bring the whole family for this fun, free event! For more information, and a full […]

Festival of Science – Downtown Geology Tour

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&

Sustainable Building Tour

Willow Bend Environmental Education Center 703 E Sawmill Rd. , Flagstaff , AZ, United States

In partnership with the Flagstaff Festival of Science and the County Sustainable Building Program we are excited to co-host the 2021 Sustainable Building Tour – Carbon Neutrality Strategies. Pick your packet and map at Willow Bend and check out a variety of homes and properties that feature ways to reduce the building’s carbon footprint. The […]

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Festival of Science – Keyhole Sink Hike

EVENT IS SOLD OUT AND REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. 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 […]

Adult Workshop: Simple and Beautiful Mending

Willow Bend Environmental Education Center 703 E Sawmill Rd. , Flagstaff , AZ, United States

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 […]

Worm Composting

Willow Bend Environmental Center 703 E. Sawmill Road, Flagstaff

Join Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, in partnership with the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Section, for a family focused workshop all about worms! Explore the world of red wigglers as we cover worm anatomy, ecology, diet, and discuss how vermicompost is made. Participants will learn how to build and maintain their own worm compost bin, […]

Adult Workshop: Wine and Mead Making for Beginners

Willow Bend Environmental Education Center 703 E Sawmill Rd. , Flagstaff , AZ, United States

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 […]

Sustainable Holiday Gift Making

Willow Bend Environmental Education Center 703 E Sawmill Rd. , Flagstaff , AZ, United States

Join Willow Bend and come make fun holiday gifts out of reusable and natural materials and learn about alternative gift wrapping. We will be making pine cone and tree cookie ornaments, collage gift cards and gift labels, T-shirt bags, magazine necklaces and more. Materials and supplies will be provided (while supplies last).