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Project WILD Workshop

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

Project WILD links students and nature to provide wildlife-based conservation and environmental education programs that foster responsible actions toward our natural world. This fun, interactive workshop will explore the intrinsic ecological value using best practices to teach about environmental ecosystems. The four-hour professional development is open to formal classroom teachers of all grade levels and […]

$50

Science Saturday: Sustainability Superheroes

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

  Join Willow Bend for a Science Saturday that is all about sustainability! Interactive wind and solar energy activities, learn about worm composting, waste reduction, and more! Science Saturday is an event held on the first Saturday of every month from 9:30-11:30AM. Each month is focused on a different theme and each event offers fun […]

McMillan Mesa Celebration (and Guided Hike)

Buffalo Park 2400 N Gemini Rd, Flagstaff, AZ, United States

Come enjoy McMillan Mesa with a NATRA run, live music, and a guided hike led by Willow Bend, celebrating the 5th anniversary of McMillan Mesa Natural Area’s protection and its recent rezoning to public open space! Join us at the Buffalo Park Ramada: 8am Run with NATRA (Northern AZ Trail Runners Association 10am Blessing, ribbon […]

Family Science: Amazing Arthropods

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

Join Willow Bend and Biodiversity Outreach Network for a creepy, crawly and super exciting Amazing Arthropods event. Families will learn all about these amazing little creatures, and get to meet tarantulas, cockroaches, mealworms and a millipede! A short educational presentation will be followed by observations of live animals, and a chance to become an entomologist […]

Adult Workshop: Food Fermentation for Health and Flavor

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

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 […]

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 […]

McMillian Mesa Family Guided Hike

Buffalo Park 2400 N Gemini Rd, Flagstaff, AZ, United States

Willow Bend, in partnership with City of Flagstaff’s Open Space Program, 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 […]

Science Saturday: Fires and Forests

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

Join Willow Bend  to learn about fire ecology in Flagstaff, as part of National Wildfire Community Preparedness Day. Learn about plant and animal fire adaptations, fire management, and fire safety through displays and hands-on activities. Science Saturday is an event held on the first Saturday of every month from 9:30am-11:30am. Each month is focused on a […]

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 […]

[Postponed] 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 […]