Native Herb Festival 2023

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

Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, in collaboration with the Forager's Path School of Botanical Studies, is hosting a Native Herb Festival that you don’t want to miss! This all day event will be full of expert-led workshops, including hands-on opportunities and informative plant walks. Participants sign up for a day-pass, which grants attendance for three […]

$65 – $80

Science Saturday: The Five C’s of Arizona

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

What are the five C's of Arizona? Join Willow Bend to discover how cattle, citrus, copper, climate and cotton shaped Arizona's history, then and now. Hands-on and interactive activities for all ages. Science Saturday is an event held on the first Saturday of every month from 9:30AM-11:30AM. Each month is focused on a different theme […]

Free

Downtown Geology Tour

Mountain Sports Flagstaff 24 N San Francisco St, Flagstaff , AZ, United States

Through generous funding from Mountain Sports Flagstaff and 1% for the Planet, Willow Bend offers guided Downtown Geology Tours. The 45 minute- 1 hour walking tours are based on local Flagstaff author, Marie Jackson’s Stone Landmark’s book.  An exclusive and unique opportunity for the community to explore downtown like never before.  The tour will cover ancient history […]

Free

Starry Nights: A Free Family Summer Club

Orpheum 15 W Aspen Ave, Flagstaff, AZ, United States

Join Willow Bend Environmental Education Center for a fun and FREE Bug Buddies program on Monday, July 17th at the Orpheum (Stage Unity) from 6-8pm! Come and meet live insects and worms while discovering the incredible environmental benefits they provide. Did you know that insects and worms: Aid in pollination, ensuring the growth of our […]

Free

Kids Squared: Sun Gazing with Lowell Observatory & Nature Activities with Willow Bend

Heritage Square 111 E Birch Ave , Flagstaff , AZ, United States

We are so happy to offer another FREE event in partnership with Downtown Flagstaff AZ for Kids Squared! Location: Heritage Square, Downtown Flagstaff When: Tuesday, July 18th, 10:00am-11:00am Join us for a fun morning learning about sun gazing with Lowell Observatory & nature activities with Willow Bend Environmental Education Center! Hope to see you there! […]

Free

Downtown Geology Tour

Mountain Sports Flagstaff 24 N San Francisco St, Flagstaff , AZ, United States

Through generous funding from Mountain Sports Flagstaff and 1% for the Planet, Willow Bend offers guided Downtown Geology Tours. The 45 minute- 1 hour walking tours are based on local Flagstaff author, Marie Jackson’s Stone Landmark’s book.  An exclusive and unique opportunity for the community to explore downtown like never before.  The tour will cover ancient history […]

Free

Adult Workshop: Worm Composting

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

Join Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, in partnership with the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office, for a FREE 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, and […]

Free

Family Science: Exploring Earthworms at Bonito Community Garden

Join Willow Bend Environmental Education Center and the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office for a fun kids program all about worms! Discover why worms are vital for our planet, what they eat, and how their bodies differ from ours. Meet our worm friends, hear a "heartworming" story, and learn about their incredible contributions to the […]

Free

Adult Workshop: Mushrooms, Fungi and More!

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

Join Mike Dechter of the Arizona Mushroom Society to learn more about the cryptic kingdom - mushrooms and fungi. This presentation* will be for those with incidental knowledge and curiosity about fungi. Mike will present on some fungi 101 - what are fungi and why are they important? He will also discuss basic mushroom anatomy, […]

$25

Science Saturday: Rocks ROCK!

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

Join Willow Bend for a Science Saturday that really rocks! Learn about the region's unique rock formations, Arizona’s geologic history, dig through our rock collection, and more! Fun hands-on activities for all ages. Science Saturday is an event held on the first Saturday of every month from 9:30AM-11:30AM. Each month is focused on a different […]

Free