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Get ready for a day of adventure, discovery, and fun in nature at Family Nature Day! Whether you’re a birding enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply looking for an exciting outdoor activity for the whole family, this event is for you. Enjoy hands-on activities, live animal exhibits, nature walks, and interactive demonstrations that will connect you to the wonders of the Verde River.
Exciting Activities & Exhibitors Include
- BioBlitz Guided Nature Walk: Join a guided nature walk and help collect scientific data on local species using iNaturalist.
- Live Animal Exhibits: See reptiles, birds, and other fascinating creatures up close.
- Educational Displays: Learn from conservation groups, environmental educators, and outdoor enthusiasts.
- Interactive Kid-Friendly Activities: From bird identification to watershed models, there’s something for everyone.
Event Details
- Free Entrance to Dead Horse Ranch State Park – Tell the gate attendants at Dead Horse Ranch State Park that you’re attending Family Nature Day.
- Food & Drinks Available – Snacks and refreshments for purchase at the hospitality ramada or food trucks.
- Location: Dead Horse Ranch State Park in Cottonwood, Arizona; between the lagoons.
Don’t miss this fun-filled day celebrating the Verde River! Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for an unforgettable experience.
Things You Might Like
- Verde Community BioBlitz – Participate in citizen science and contribute to habitat research.
- Young Birders Camp Scholarship – A chance for Arizona youth (8-18) to win a scholarship to the 2025 Young Birders Camp! Applications are due March 21, 2025.
Vendor Opportunities
Vendors can showcase their products and organizations! Vendor fee: $75; free for nonprofits with an interactive kids’ activity. Deadline: March 21, 2025. Contact registrar@verderiver.org for more info.
More Events
Join the Verde BioBlitz, a free event from April 16-May 3, 2025, where participants explore the Verde River watershed to discover and document local species through the iNaturalist app.
See you back at Dead Horse Ranch State Park for the 2025 Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival!
Meet Isaac Dudley from the River Friendly Living program and the Business for Water Stewardship team for Pints for the Verde at Verde Brewing Company on Friday, March 14, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
