Wildlife-related events offered throughout the month of September.
For more information on any of these calendar items call (928) 533-4309

Thursday, September 13th   2:00 - 4:00 pm	Discussion
“Our Forests, Our Wants Met?” with Noel Fletcher, PNF Wildlife Biologist. How does the Prescott National Forest balance the needs of wildlife with the wants of people? This presentation, at the Highlands Center for Natural History, will be a fun opportunity to discuss and interact with one who tries, and to observe some to the real life effects in the field, of choices made.
Saturday, September 15th   To be rescheduled	Park Tour
Saturday, September 22nd   8:00 - 10:00 am	Field Trip
Michael Byrd, Executive Director and Preserve Manager for Prescott Creeks, will lead field trip participants on an exploration of local flora and fauna as well as ecological restoration within Watson Woods Riparian Preserve in Prescott, Arizona. Restoration elements featured will include the special wildlife habitats such as Granite Creek, wetlands and re-vegetation areas. Participants should bring water, sunscreen, and a wide-brimmed hat and be prepared to get off the 'beaten path' during this excursion. Meet at the parking area for Watson Woods Preserve and the Peavine Trail (off of Prescott Lakes Parkway across from the Yavapai Humane Society).
Saturday, September 22nd   9:00 am - 12:00 pm	Native Plant Sale
Grow Native! Fall Plant Sale at the Highlands Center for Natural History
Friday, September 28th   7:00 pm	Panel Discussion
In Sharlot Hall Museum’s main gallery (415 W. Gurley St) there will be a panel discussion, “Living with Wildlife: Solutions for Preserving our Natural Heritage.” Featured speakers include Dan Campbell (The Nature Conservancy) who will address the function and values of Greenways, Paul Beir (NAU) who will discuss the Arizona Missing Linkages program, and Steven Corey (Prescott College and the Open Space Acquisition Advisory Committee) who will be discussing features of the City of Prescott’s Open Space Master Plan.
Saturday, September 29th   8:00 - 10:00 am	Bird Walk
Members of Prescott Audubon will lead a Bird Walk at Watson Woods Riparian Preserve. Participants will learn about the diverse population of birds at Watson Woods and discover why this area has been designated an Important Bird Area (IBA). Bring binoculars and water, and wear sun protection. Meet at the parking area for Watson Woods Preserve and the Peavine Trail (off of Prescott Lakes Parkway across from the Yavapai Humane Society).
Saturday, September 29th   9:00 am - 4:00 pm	Regional Wildlife Expo
The Open Space Alliance will host a Regional Wildlife Expo at Sharlot Hall Museum (415 W. Gurley St) from 9:00am to 4:00pm featuring numerous wildlife exhibits, lectures, Q&A, children’s activities, food and entertainment. The public will have an opportunity to learn about living sensibly with wildlife and discover how our developing region can work to maintain its rich wildlife heritage.