The art of stone balancing involves working with different stones and their surface to get them to balance on one another in intriguing ways. Back West is an annual stone balancing event held in Flagstaff, AZ. This year, our event is going VIRTUAL. So you can join us from anywhere (in the world)! Stone Balancing […]
On Wednesday, December 2 at 5:30 PM Moran Henn, Willow Bend's Executive Director, will be one of the guest panelists at the Virtual Explore the Watershed Speaker Series cohosted by Friends of the Rio and the Flagstaff Sustainability Program. Join the second community Zoom event for the Rio de Flag watershed restoration plan: "Lets Get on Down to the Rio". Participate in […]
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 […]
Join the Jones Benally Family as they share traditional Diné stories, games, songs, and fun hands on activities. The event will be streamed LIVE on our Facebook page and there will be plenty of time for questions, and fun interaction with members of the Jones Benally family. The event is open and appropriate for all […]
Join Liberty Wildlife, Willow Bend, and Arizona Watchable Wildlife Experience for an exciting live and virtual workshop all about eagles! Meet a bald and golden eagle live on Zoom, and have exclusive access to wildlife biologists to answer all of your eagle questions. This workshop will also feature experts in the field with tips on […]
We are excited to continue our Science Saturday events virtually (until in person programs can resume). Join us on Saturday, March 6th at 10:30AM on our Facebook page for a LIVE interactive program. March is Archaeology Month and we are excited to host • Willow Bend board member and retired archeologist Neil Weintraub • Jason […]
We are excited to continue our Science Saturday events virtually (until in person programs can resume). Join us on Saturday, April 3rd at 10:30AM on our Facebook page for a LIVE interactive program. Let’s Learn about Sustainability! Join Willow Bend Environmental Education Center to learn about and participate in hands-on activities focusing on waste and […]
We are excited to continue our Science Saturday events virtually (until in person programs can resume). Join us on Saturday, May 1st at 10:30AM on our Facebook page for a LIVE interactive program. May 1st is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day! Join Willow Bend Environmental Education Center to learn about and participate in hands-on activities focusing […]
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 […]
Come see Gunnison Prairie Dogs in their home colonies, learn about them from the wildlife experts from Habitat Harmony, and enjoy activities with Willow Bend Environmental Center staff! We will meet at Campbell Mesa Trailhead parking area. (From I-40 at the Country Club exit, follow Country Club Rd south/west to the driving range, and turn […]
