Rio Community Festival
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Programs and Events at Rio Salado

Discover upcoming programs, events, and ways to get involved.

Experience Rio Salado

Discover the Rio Salado through guided programs, festivals, conservation events, and volunteer opportunities. The center offers year-round ways to explore local wildlife, learn about desert and riparian ecosystems, support hands-on conservation efforts, and connect with the community. 

Programs and Events
Rio Community Festival Photo: Danny RJ/ ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Southwest
Rio Community Festivals
Birding at Rio Salado Photo: Danny RJ/ ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Southwest
Guided Bird Walks
Looking through Microscope Photo: Danny RJ/ ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Southwest
Education and Outreach Programs
Burrowing owl workday Photo: Luke Franke
Conservation Programs
Upcoming Events
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Apr
25
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Community Chapters
Desert Rivers ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡: City Nature Challenge
Gilbert, AZ
**Desert Rivers ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ proudly supports City Nature Challenge presented by members Mel and Adam Narish** ...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
Apr
25
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Southwest
Nature Explorers
Phoenix, AZ
### Join us for a fun, family-friendly nature adventure at the Rio Salado ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center! Families are invited to get outside, explore the trails and...
Family & Kids In-Person
May
2
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Southwest
Saturday Morning Guided Birding
Phoenix, AZ
Join our local bird enthusiasts for a guided bird walk through the Rio Salado habitat! These walks are for everyone: experts, novices, and people who...
Birding & Community Science In-Person
May
2
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Southwest
Burrowing Owl Relocation Volunteer Days, May 2
Salome, AZ
# Roll-up your sleeves to help displaced owls! Burrowing Owls are day-active birds that live and nest in abandoned underground burrows. Once common...
Conservation & Habitat Restoration In-Person
May
8
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Southwest
Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch Potluck Presentations
Elgin, AZ
Join us for Potluck Presentations at the Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch! Bring a dish and enjoy presentations delivered by local science and...
Education & Workshops In-Person
May
14
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Southwest
Guided Nature Walks
Phoenix, AZ
Join us for a peaceful and mindful walk through the Rio Salado habitat. Together, we’ll explore the trails, enjoy the sights and sounds of nature...
Birding & Community Science In-Person
May
18
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Community Chapters
Desert Rivers ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡: Higley Ponds Monthly Bird Walk
Gilbert, AZ
**Join us for this urban wetlands bird walk!** Wide, flat trails parallel the groundwater recharge ponds for easy viewing and comfortable walking...
Art, Culture & Community In-Person
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