Community Group

The Sonoran Naturalist is available for educational wildlife presentations mostly on Fridays, but availability is limited so do contact early for availability. During the presentation, the introduction of different animal species that exist in the Sonoran Desert and information about them is included. A large variety of live animals available for shows! When safe, audience is allowed interactions with the animals present.

This activity is designed to teach students the fundamentals of pollination, including basic methods of plant reproduction and the role of animals as pollinators in plant reproduction.

Developed by Tuan Cao

Fire Ecology:

Are forest fires always a bad thing?

We'll look at the role of fire in our northern Arizona ponderosa pine ecosystem and how land managers use fire to maintain and create wildlife habitat.

 “River Keepers” After-school Program

Audubon Arizona, with generous funding from REI and JP Morgan Chase Bank, is pleased to offer an exciting hands-on nature experience on the banks of the Salt River called “River Keepers”. We provide this program free of charge to students at South Phoenix after-school care facilities such as the Boys and Girls Club and Valley Christian Center.

Enjoy amazing artwork made by Flagstaff students & purchase arts & crafts by local artists!

Every month a different school will be featured, with an exhibit showcasing a particular theme and medium, and if possible, a small performance by the featured school! 

A recycled art activity will be provided by Willow Bend for any interested visitors, as will snacks.

On the first Friday of each month, swing by for a tour of how we “walk the talk” with our building, BioBug, rainwater harvesting, and more!

On the first Friday of each month, meet on the corner of E. Butler Ave. and S. Babbitt Dr. for a behind-the-scenes green tour of recycling in our community!

In celebration of Earth Day, a special tour of the Recycling Center will be provided by Willow Bend staff. Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour to learn more about Flagstaff’s recycling program!

Join Willow Bend and other Flagstaff organizations for a fun day celebrating our Earth! For a full listing of the day’s events offered by the City of Flagstaff, visit www.flagstaff.az.gov

The NAU Blue Key Honor Society invites you to participate in a 8k Fun Run/5k Walk benefiting Willow Bend!  The run/walk will begin and end at the turf fields on the southern end of the NAU campus, across from the forestry building.  FREE for kids under 10 with a registered adult.

Pre-Registration Discount:
Students $8.00
Adults/Faculty $15.00
Group of 10 Students: $75.00
Group of 5 Adults $70.00
Pre-Registration Ends Saturday March 12, 2011.

Regular Prices:
Students: $10.00
Adults/Faculty $20.00