Science Saturday: Colorado River Days

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

In conjunction with Colorado River Days this annual Science Saturday event is not to be missed! LIVE fish, hands on activities, selfies on a river boat, water shadows: photographic images by Debbie Leavitt, and more!

FREE

Annual Back West Celebration of Stone Balancing

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

The art of stone balancing involves working with different stones and their surface to get them to balance on one another in intriguing ways. The event will include experienced stone balancers as well as opportunities for the general public to  observe, learn, and participate. Back West is an annual weekend long stone balancing event held […]

Back West Celebration of Stone Balancing: Community Event

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

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 Celebration of Stone Balancing is a three day event with demonstrations from experienced stone balancers as well as opportunities for the general public to observe, learn, and participate. Willow […]

free

Adult Workshop: Stone Balancing

Coconino Center for the Arts 2300 North Fort Valley Road, Flagstaff, AZ, United States

In partnership with Flagstaff Arts Council we will be offering a stone balancing and photography of stone balancing workshop. The art of stone balancing involves working with different stones and their surfaces to get them to balance on one another in intriguing ways. Instructors Douglas Case and Pieter Schaafsma, will lead a workshop on Sunday, […]

$25

Recycling Center Tour: Festival of Science

Materials Recovery Facility 1800 E Butler Ave , Flagstaff , AZ, United States

TOUR IS FULL. Join Willow Bend on a walk through of the Materials Recovery Facility (Recycling Center) to learn more about the “behind the scenes” of recycling. What can and can't be recycled in Flagstaff? where does it go from here? and more. Special Festival of Science tour. Limited spots. Sign-up required.  

FREE

Sustainable Building Tour

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

In partnership with Coconino County Sustainable Building program, this annual self-guided community tour features homes that are resource, energy and water efficient! The focus of this year's tour is water conservation. Homes included on the tour demonstrate water conserving methods such as rainwater harvesting, greywater use, low-flow fixtures and xeriscaping in addition to many other […]

$5

Science Saturday: Bat Fest

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

Come celebrate the amazing world of bats. October is Bat month and we have so many hands on activities and displays celebrating these unique winged mammals. Halloween bat decorations, bat games, AZ bat displays, bat research information, test your bat knowledge, hands on activities and free bat posters. Event held in partnership with AZ Game […]

FREE

Meet and Greet and Ice Cream Social

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

Come meet our NEW and super awesome Education and Outreach Assistant Melissa Eckstrom! Melissa will be serving ice cream and getting to know everyone during the first hour of the October Science Saturday event. Come introduce yourself, say hi, grab a cone, and enjoy fun hands on activities. FREE ice cream while it lasts!  

FREE

Frances Short Pond Outdoor Classroom Dedication

Frances Short Pond N Aztec and N Mogollon St , Flagstaff , AZ, United States

The community is invited to join Willow Bend, the city’s Community Design and Redevelopment Department, and Council for the dedication of the Outdoor Classroom at Frances Short Pond. The classroom is located next to the Veit cabin and both will be used for environmental education. Join us for short speeches, light refreshments, and a tour […]

FREE

Green Mixer

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

Join Willow Bend, Local First AZ, and local businesses who are leading the charge in environmental sustainability for the Flagstaff Green Business mixer! This gathering of business owners and organizations serves to foster a sense of community among those that are incorporating eco-friendly practices into their operations, and to provide inspiration to those that would […]

FREE