In 2022 Susan Sitko joined a diverse group of nature lovers to take an intensive tour of Uganda to share in the beauty of its parks, wildlife, people, and culture. See her amazing photos and hear about the wonders of Uganda. Free for Nature Center Members ~ $10 suggested donation for non-members
Join us to make enrichment items for the Raptors in the Free-Flight program. Wine, cheese, and lots of stuff to make into enrichment for the birds in our care. We will show you how. Come and enjoy the time together and knowing that what you do has a positive effect on our owls, crow, hawk [...]
Instead of shopping, come watch us train our amazing raptors (and a crow). A great family activity! Dress warm - we are still outside and the predicted temp is 45 degrees. Bring a blanket. Located in the Rehab structure behind the Nature Center – Use the driveway on the south side of the parking lot [...]
Enjoy a stroll with a TRACKS member who will expound on additional opportunities to enjoy group hiking with knowledgeable people from around the White Mountains! Suggested donation of $10 for adults Kids and Members FREE
Join Barb Davis for a front-row seat to experience 60 minutes of White Mountain Wildlife up close and personal. Join cinematographer/Author, Barbara L. Davis for two White Mountain wildlife films on January 13 at 6:00 p.m. at the White Mountain Nature Center: Fifteen minute question/answer period to follow. We Are Part of Something Greater [...]
A bald eagle flies over the Pinetop-Lakeside area of the White MountainsCourtesy Jon Orona This year’s sponsors include the Arizona Game and Fish Department, Liberty Wildlife, Lazy Oaks Resort on Rainbow Lake as well as the White Mountain Nature Center. Game and Fish will provide an update on current eagle populations and management in Arizona. [...]
Sponsored by Books For Kids AZ The first 100 kids to arrive will receive a free Dr. Seuss book!
Join us for this very special event! Narration of the book along with music and motion for ages 2 through 6th Grade. Lots of fun, and incredible music over the Nature Center's new State of the Art Sound System! FREE
Members are FREE - we request a $10 donation from non-members.
Forest Ecology - Arizona is home to the largest contiguous stand of Ponderosa pine in the world! Come learn interesting biological and cultural facets of Ponderosa pine ecosystems from a retired Supervisory Forester who has lived & worked in the White Mountains for over 20 years. ! Hikes are Every Saturday in the summer at [...]
Forest Hiking and Well-Being - Enjoy a relaxing and calming stroll through ponderosa pines with a retired counselor, teacher, and yoga instructor. Along the way, you will learn and practice some easy techniques to lower stress and improve your inner sense of calm and well-being. Hikes are Every Saturday in the summer at 8:30 AM. [...]
Falcons are all over Arizona for us to see. They nest on cliffs, on top of buildings, and inside cactus! They are acrobatic and fast. The purpose of this presentation is to help you spot falcons, and introduce you to our resident Aplomado Falcon, Astro. He will fly through the audience and inspire you with [...]