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, paint rocks, dig through our rock collection, and meet a geologist! Fun hands on activities for all ages.

Willow Bend Board Meeting

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

The Willow Bend Board meets regularly on the 2nd Monday of every month. If you are interested in joining the board, or would like more information about agendas, reports, or upcoming programs contact (928) 779-1745 or e mail info@willowbendcenter.org

Farewell & Thank You Cassandra Celebration

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

Please RSVP here so we know you are coming. After an amazing 11 years, it is time to sincerely thank our wonderful Education Director Cassandra Roberts and wish her all the best on her new adventure! Cassandra will be leaving Willow Bend in August, but we are excited that she will be staying in town and […]

Park Renaming and Community Celebration

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

Have you seen all the enhancements and additions at the Willow Bend gardens? Did you know that Sawmill Park is being renamed the Elizabeth "Liz" Archuleta Park?! Join Coconino County Parks, Willow Bend, and other county partners for a fun celebration in honor of Liz Archuleta and all the additions and improvements to the gardens […]

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 […]

Picture Canyon Family Guided Program

Picture Canyon Picture Canyon Trail , Flagstaff , AZ, United States

Click here to register. Willow Bend, in partnership with City of Flagstaff’s Open Space Program, will be leading a FREE guided family-focused tour of Picture Canyon. Tour 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! Directions and details […]

Adult Workshop: Sunflower and Peaks Watercolor

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

Click here to register. Join Willow Bend and artist Elaine Dillingham to learn about and paint a sunflower, backed by a monsoon sky, above the San Francisco Peaks. During this 3-hour, limited enrollment, friendly & informative workshop you will receive step-by-step watercolor painting instruction. Art materials are supplied. You will take home two small paintings. Instructor […]

Science Saturday: Colorado River – Fish and Watersheds

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

Come celebrate fish and watersheds and get your hands wet! LIVE fish, interactive watershed models, games, and fun activities! This celebration is held in conjunction with Colorado River Days Flagstaff. 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 and each event offers […]

Downtown Geology Tour (as part of Colorado River Days)

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 […]

Adult Workshop: Drop Spindle Yarn Spinning

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

Click here to register. Join Tasha Miller Griffith from Threaded Together and learn to make your own yarn—it's pure magic! In this workshop, we'll try out some local fibers, and start spinning using a versatile, portable spindle in this fun and approachable class. Hand spinning is the original technology that allowed humans to make clothing […]