What we’re about
Are you a birder, birdwatcher, or just curious about birdwatching?
Come explore with the Northern Arizona Audubon Society (NAAS) in the Flagstaff, Sedona, and Verde Valley areas. Northern and Central Arizona contain all the major biomes and offer some of the best inland birding in the United States.
Our bird walks and programs are organized and led by NAAS with the help of dedicated volunteers and knowledgeable bird guides. Events are always free and open to everyone—we’re an inclusive group that welcomes people of all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Whether you’re a beginner looking for tips or an experienced birder seeking new sightings, come along and we’ll show you the way (and have fun doing it!).
To make these free events possible, NAAS provides honoraria for our guides and covers program costs. Donations are always appreciated—they help us support our guides and sustain our mission: to engage people in appreciating and protecting birds and the places they need.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Bird Walk at Sugarloaf MountainSugarloaf Trail Head, Sedona, AZ
Bird Walk at Sugarloaf Mountain
Thursday September 11, 2025
7am to 9:30amJoin us for a two-mile bird walk around Sugarloaf Mountain, starting at the Sugarloaf Trailhead parking lot on Buena Vista Drive. This desert habitat is home to local species, winter residents, and — with luck — some migrant warblers passing through.
Meeting point: Sugarloaf Trailhead parking lot on Buena Vista Drive.
What to bring: Be sure to bring sunscreen, sturdy walking shoes, a hat, binoculars, and water. Extra binoculars will be available for those who need them.
About the location: The trail is a bit technical, so please wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
Any questions: Tim Weber (928) 380-0555
This bird walk is led by the Northern Arizona Audubon Society. We’re a nonprofit protecting birds and habitats across Northern Arizona. If you enjoy these events, please support us by becoming a member, donating, or joining our newsletter. Learn more
About Your Guide
Tim Weber is a seasoned bird biologist and avid birder who has spent more than 20 years studying and enjoying birds across the U.S. and beyond. After early work with the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory and earning his Master’s in Wildlife Management from Humboldt State, he built a career surveying raptors and songbirds throughout the West. Since moving to Flagstaff in 2004, Tim has birded extensively across Arizona and the Southwest, while also leading walks and tours for local organizations and festivals. He brings both deep expertise and an infectious enthusiasm for “birding the heck out of it.” - Birding & Petroglyphs: Picture Canyon AdventurePicture Canyon Trailhead, Flagstaff, AZ
Birding & Petroglyphs: Picture Canyon Adventure
Sunday September 14, 2025
7:30am to 11:30amJoin us at Picture Canyon for the variety this location has to offer! Now is the time to take advantage of migration and see what surprises we can find. Possible species include a variety of sparrows, warblers, and even hummingbirds such as Rufous Hummingbird, Lincoln’s Sparrow, Green-tailed Towhee, Nashville Warbler, MacGillivray’s Warbler, and Wilson’s Warbler. Other interesting species like Sora, Belted Kingfisher, Pinyon Jay, Lazuli Bunting, and Lewis’s Woodpecker are a possibility as well. This location also offers great views of the petroglyphs!
Meeting point: We will meet in the parking area for the Picture Canyon Trailhead at 7:30am, which is found on Route 66 and N El Paso Flagstaff Rd. If taking I-40 east, take exit 204, then turn left onto Route 66, and take a right onto N El Paso Flagstaff Rd.
What to bring: Be sure to bring sunscreen, walking shoes, a hat, binoculars, and water.
About the location: Dirt trails will be sloped in some spots but is all still easy walking, and outhouses are located in the parking area. This is a larger spot with 2-3 miles of walking and can take up to 3 or 4 hours depending on how distracted we get, but there will be trails to turn back early throughout the area.
Any questions: please reach out to Abbie Brozich at 480-519-0538
This bird walk is led by the Northern Arizona Audubon Society. We’re a nonprofit protecting birds and habitats across Northern Arizona. If you enjoy these events, please support us by becoming a member, donating, or joining our newsletter. Learn more
- Shorebirds & Migrants at the Sedona Wetlands: A Beginner-Friendly Bird WalkSedona Wetlands Preserve, Sedona, AZ
Sedona Wetlands
Sunday September 14, 2025
9am to 10:15amJoin us for just over an hour of birding at the Sedona Wetlands Preserve, a beautiful habitat that attracts a variety of waterfowl, shorebirds, and migrating species. This location is especially beginner-friendly, as everyone will have the chance to look through a quality spotting scope for great views.
Meeting point: Sedona Wetlands
What to bring: Be sure to bring sunscreen, walking shoes, a hat, binoculars, and water.
Any questions: Rich Armstrong 928-282-3675
This bird walk is led by the Northern Arizona Audubon Society. We’re a nonprofit protecting birds and habitats across Northern Arizona. If you enjoy these events, please support us by becoming a member, donating, or joining our newsletter. Learn more
- Birds of Summer at Dead Horse State ParkDead Horse Ranch State Park, Cottonwood, AZ
Birds of Summer at Dead Horse State Park
Thursday September 18, 2025
7am to 9:30amJoin us for a beautiful morning at Dead Horse Ranch State Park, exploring the riparian habitat before summer visitors head south. We’ll look for colorful species such as grosbeaks, warblers, tanagers, chats, and vireos along mostly level trails.
Meeting point: Meet A Riverfront Rd parking lot, next to the skate park.
Day-use fees are $5–$10 per vehicle without an annual pass. Annual pass holders may bring up to three guests per car.About the location: We will walk on mostly level paths
What to bring: Be sure to bring sunscreen, sturdy walking shoes, a hat, binoculars, and water.
Any questions: Kristen Rothrock bkrothrock@gmail.com
This bird walk is led by the Northern Arizona Audubon Society. We’re a nonprofit protecting birds and habitats across Northern Arizona. If you enjoy these events, please support us by becoming a member, donating, or joining our newsletter. Learn more
