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Muleshoe Ranch |
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$95.00
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One ticket is available for a non-smoking female willing to share a casita with the same. Call 1-800-200-2272 for information.This year’s Muleshoe tour will provide you a unique opportunity to spend Wednesday evening and Thursday exploring the sights and sounds of the Muleshoe Ecosystem. The tour meets at the Willcox Community Center at 1:50 p.m. on Wednesday. From the community center you will be driven to the Muleshoe Ranch. Upon arrival you will check in with The Nature Conservancy staff and get settled into your own private casita (arrangements for lodging must be made with Muleshoe Ranch directly - visit this link for the rates and reservation information).
Wednesday evening begins with a presentation on the habitat and species found within the Muleshoe Ecosystem, emphasizing the aquatic and riparian habitats. Guests will then be treated to dinner followed by an evening on your own to explore the ranch headquarters listening and looking for nocturnal creatures such as Western Screech Owls, ringtail cats, and coatimundis, or you can enjoy a serene evening soaking and relaxing in the natural hot spring tubs.
On Thursday morning guests will be treated to a light breakfast before setting off with their tour leaders to explore and experience the Hot Springs/Bass Canyon Loop of the Muleshoe Ranch, where a variety of wildlife species including birds, mammals, reptiles, and aquatic species may be encountered.
Woodpeckers, green-tailed towhees, dark-eyed juncos, white-crowned sparrows, and other winter migrants are a few of the bird species that are usually active around headquarters in January. However, be aware that January is early in the year for viewing certain wildlife species that are not active during the winter. Participants will be returned to the Willcox Community Center by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 15.
Walking: Approximately three miles of difficult hiking. The hike requires some uphill hiking, walking on and across wet rocks, and several wet creek crossings. Good hiking shoes are recommended. Bring your own walking stick if you typically use one for trail hiking.
Includes: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, drinks, and rest stops.
Accomodations: Contact Muleshoe Ranch to make lodging arrangements ( muleshoe@tnc.org or 520-212-4295).
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Trip Leaders:
Heidi Blasius Detail
Anne Casey Detail
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| Thursday 01/15/09 |
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Daylong Photography |
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Meet at WCC:
5:50 AM
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4:00 PM |
$85.00
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Spend time with two wildlife photography experts at Whitewater Draw and other southeastern Arizona sites, photographing Sandhill Cranes and other birds.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced Photographers
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Tom Whetten Detail
George Andrejko Detail
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| Friday 01/16/09 |
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Whitewater Draw Sandhill Crane |
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Meet at WCC:
5:50 AM
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10:00 AM |
$40.00
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Watch Sandhill Cranes take flight at Whitewater Draw as they begin their morning feeding.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Beginner to Intermediate Includes: Rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Bob Coder Detail
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Daylong Photography |
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Meet at WCC:
5:50 AM
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4:00 PM |
$85.00
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Spend time with two wildlife photography experts at Whitewater Draw and other southeastern Arizona sites, photographing Sandhill Cranes and other birds.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced Photographers
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Tom Whetten Detail
George Andrejko Detail
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Chiricahua Montane Specialties |
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Meet at WCC:
6:20 AM
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Return:
4:00 PM |
$55.00
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The mountains of Cochise County are well known for spring and fall migrants and sought-after birds that are winter residents. The tour travels to the mountains of the Chiricahua National Monument and may visit Pinery Canyon, Turkey Creek, Rustler Park, or Barfoot Park. The tour will look for Montezuma Quail, Mexican Chickadee, Olive Warbler, Northern Pygmy-owl, Arizona Woodpecker, and other boreal and Madrean species.
Walking: Approximately 1 mile of easy to moderate walking with several stops.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Mike McGee Detail
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Beginning Birdwatching |
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14
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Meet at WCC:
6:50 AM
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9:45 AM |
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Learn and practice basic identification skills as taught in the Basic Birdwatching seminar. Time will be spent at the Willcox ponds and nearby areas observing and identifying common bird species.
This tour will require that you bring your own car and binoculars.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Beginner
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Trip Leaders:
Erika Wilson Detail
Tony Battiste Detail
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Johnson Camp Mine & History |
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4
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Meet at WCC:
7:50 AM
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Return:
3:00 PM |
$40.00
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A tour to the historic Johnson Camp mine and townsite area. We will see the local geology, the mine and recovery operations, and hear a first-person account of life in the historical town of Johnson.
Walking: Approximately ½ mile of easy to moderately easy walking.
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops.
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Trip Leaders:
Gloria Hurtado Detail
Jack Light Detail
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A Naturalist's Saunter in Fort Bowie and Chiricahua National Monument |
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Meet at WCC:
7:50 AM
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4:00 PM |
$40.00
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Join naturalist, wildlife biologist, and guide Vincent Pinto as he journeys into the incomparable beauty and diversity of Fort Bowie National Historic Site and Chiricahua National Monument. Applying a wide variety of disciplines, you’ll learn about the area’s unique rock formations and geology, delve into the region's human history, become acquainted with countless plants and their uses (food, medicine, shelter, tools) be introduced to the art and science of tracking animals, discover winter weather patterns, and (of course!) look for birds and other wildlife. You'll also learn how to use a nature journal to record and further enjoy your many discoveries. Here is a great opportunity to weave together many of WOW'S field trip topics into one amazing walk! As we will drive to only two locations, this outing requires the ability to walk moderate distances in varying terrain (2- 4 miles total). We will carpool to our destination.
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Vincent Pinto Detail
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Dairy Farms & Fields |
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Meet at WCC:
8:50 AM
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Return:
3:00 PM |
$40.00
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Visit a cotton gin, a dairy milking 5,500 cows, a pistachio orchard, and a greenhouse growing tomatoes. Managers at each will explain the entire operation and discuss the latest methods they use to maximize their productivity. In addition, your farmer-guide will show and discuss irrigated farming of a variety of other agricultural crops between the tour stops. Be prepared for an odoriferous experience at the dairy.
Walking: Approximately ¾ mile of easy walking.
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops.
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Trip Leaders:
Dwayne Owen Detail
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Ghost Towns |
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8:50 AM
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3:00 PM |
$45.00
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Visit three nearby ghost towns and learn of the influence of gold, silver and copper mining on the development of Cochise County. Your tour leader, a life-long resident, will discuss early life in these ghost towns and the "boom and bust" nature of early mining. Tour a restored general merchandise store dating from the late 1800s and inspect other buildings that still remain. Step back more than a century to an early, less hectic lifestyle.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: No prior knowledge of history is needed.
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops.
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Trip Leaders:
Jim Burnett Detail
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Eurofresh & Farming |
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8:50 AM
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3:00 PM |
$40.00
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Eurofresh operates a 200+ acre greenhouse complex producing premium, hydroponically grown and pesticide-free tomatoes. Staff will explain all aspects of growing tomatoes under completely controlled conditions during the walk-through tour. On the return, visit a farm producing corn, alfalfa, cotton and pinto beans where your farmer-guide will show and explain irrigated farming in the Sulphur Springs Valley.
Walking: Approximately ¾ mile of easy walking.
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Claire Owen Detail
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Ft. Bowie History and Geology |
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8:50 AM
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3:00 PM |
$40.00
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A major emigrant road crossed through Apache Pass southeast of Willcox in the mid-to-late 1800s. Thousands used the road to travel to California in search of gold. Because of conflicts with the Apaches over water from Apache Spring, the Army built Fort Bowie. Geology played a major role in the location of the spring and the landscape, in general. An interpreter from the Fort Bowie National Historic Site will explain historic aspects of the area. Geologist Larry Fellows will describe the rocks and landscape formations. No prior knowledge of geology is needed. An excellent field guide to the geology of the area may be purchased at the Visitor Center.
Walking: Approximately 1/2 mile over unpaved trails. The trails are not steep, but are covered with loose gravel in places.
Level: Beginner
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Larry Fellows Detail
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Flora of Texas Canyon |
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11
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Meet at WCC:
9:20 AM
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Return:
3:30 PM |
$40.00
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Situated at 4,600–5,500 feet above sea-level in the dramatic rock formations of Texas Canyon, the Amerind Foundation is a place where several plant communities come together. Here we’ll be learning about plants from the oak woodlands, desert grasslands, riparian communities, and Chihuahuan and Sonoran deserts. Discussion will center around adaptations to environment, evolutionary relationships, reproductive strategies, and uses by people from prehistoric times to the present. Please note that participants will car pool to the Amerind Foundation. The distance is approximately 45 miles round-trip.
Walking: Approximately 1-2 miles easy to moderate walking on dirt roads with some short jaunts through grass and over rocks to see certain plants.
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops.
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Trip Leaders:
Barbara Hanson Detail
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Willcox Walking History |
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Tickets:
16
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Meet at WCC:
12:50 PM
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Return:
4:00 PM |
$10.00
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Take a tour of the Historic Downtown's Railroad Avenue with a local historian. You’ll see Arizona’s only remaining original Southern Pacific Railroad Depot, constructed in 1880; Willcox Commercial, the oldest continually operating store in Arizona; and the Schwertner House, built as an overnight rooming facility for Army personnel enroute through Willcox to area military posts. Nearby, the Rex Allen Cowboy Museum honors the late singer/actor “hometown boy” success story. Stop by the Chiricahua Regional Museum where there are exhibits on the region’s history, featuring Apache Indians, cavalry, Butterfield Stage Line, and mining & railroad displays. On your stroll, you’ll pass several other historic buildings, such as the Headquarters Saloon, where Warren Earp was shot.
Walking: Approximately ¾ mile of easy walking.
Includes: A historic downtown walking tour map
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Trip Leaders:
Chuck Broeder Detail
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Sunset Sandhill Crane |
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2
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Meet at WCC:
3:50 PM
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Return:
6:30 PM |
$30.00
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This tour will start with a circuit of Lake Cochise for late afternoon arrivals of waterfowl. Next stop will be at a known roosting site as dusk begins to fall, with Sandhill Cranes coming in from the fields to spend the night.
Walking: Approximately 3/4 mile of walking is required along an unpaved, sandy road. Be prepared for cold temperatures as the sun sets, and bring a flashlight for the return walk to the vehicle.
Level: Beginner
Includes: Rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Erika Wilson Detail
Gene Brosseau Detail
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Amazing Arizona Astonomy |
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Tickets:
5
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Meet at WCC:
5:50 PM
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Return:
8:00 PM |
$25.00
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The Winter skies in southeastern Arizona rank among the best in the country. Naturalist and amateur astronomer Vincent Pinto will guide you through the constellations, visible planets, and deep sky features visible during WOW. Blending modern technology with ancient stories and wisdom, Vince will open up new possibilities for viewing and understanding our universe. You'll have multiple opportunities to see a variety of beautiful and fascinating objects through a telescope and binoculars (bring your own, please).
Dress warmly and stay as long or as short as you desire, as our viewing site will be close to Willcox.
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Trip Leaders:
Vincent Pinto Detail
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| Saturday 01/17/09 |
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Daylong Photography |
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Tickets:
2
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Meet at WCC:
5:50 AM
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Return:
4:00 PM |
$85.00
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Spend time with two wildlife photography experts at Whitewater Draw and other southeastern Arizona sites, photographing Sandhill Cranes and other birds.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced Photographers
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Tom Whetten Detail
George Andrejko Detail
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Sunrise Sandhill Crane |
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Tickets:
68
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Meet at WCC:
6:05 AM
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Return:
9:45 AM |
$30.00
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Watch Sandhill Cranes take flight as they begin their morning feeding. Local wildlife experts who track the flocks will provide locations.
Walking: Approximately ¾ mile of easy walking is required. The walking is along an unpaved road with occasional potholes. Be prepared for a cold morning, prior to sunrise below freezing temperatures are possible. Bring a flashlight for the pre-sunrise walk.
Level: Beginner Includes: Rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Alan Blixt Detail
Gene Brosseau Detail
Vivian MacKinnon Detail
Matt Brooks Detail
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Chiricahua Montane Specialties |
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Meet at WCC:
6:20 AM
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Return:
4:00 PM |
$55.00
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The mountains of Cochise County are well known for spring and fall migrants and sought-after birds that are winter residents. The tour travels to the mountains of the Chiricahua National Monument and may visit Pinery Canyon, Turkey Creek, Rustler Park, or Barfoot Park. The tour will look for Montezuma Quail, Mexican Chickadee, Olive Warbler, Northern Pygmy-owl, Arizona Woodpecker, and other boreal and Madrean species.
Walking: Approximately one mile of easy to moderate walking with several stops.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Bill Grossi Detail
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20 |
Beginning Birdwatching |
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Tickets:
12
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Meet at WCC:
6:50 AM
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Return:
9:45 AM |
FREE |
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Learn and practice basic identification skills as taught in the Basic Birdwatching seminar. Time will be spent at the Willcox ponds and nearby areas observing and identifying common bird species.
This tour will require that you bring your own car and binoculars.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Beginner
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Trip Leaders:
Erika Wilson Detail
Tony Battiste Detail
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Southwest Winter Specialties |
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10
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Meet at WCC:
6:50 AM
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Return:
4:30 PM |
$55.00
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Some of the most sought-after birds in North America spend their winters here in Cochise County. The tour travels the grasslands of the Sulphur Springs Valley and includes stops at Whitewater Draw and Cochise Stronghold. The tour will look for Scaled Quail, Arizona Woodpecker, Mountain Plover, Sage Sparrow, Ferruginous Hawk, Vermilion Flycatcher, and White-winged Dove, as well as a variety of waterfowl, raptors and shorebirds. Be ready for other rare and exciting finds.
Walking: Approximately one mile of easy to moderate walking with several stops.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Mike McGee Detail
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Daylong Hawk Stalk |
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6:50 AM
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5:00 PM |
$55.00
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Hawk experts will travel the length of the Sulphur Springs Valley pursuing more than 15 species of hawks, eagles, falcons and owls. Glimpses of javalina and mule deer may add to your viewing pleasure.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Tom Wood Detail
Sheri Williamson Detail
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Half-day Hawk Stalk #1 |
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14
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Meet at WCC:
7:05 AM
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11:15 AM |
$30.00
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A shorter version of the Daylong Hawk Stalk pursues the same types of hawks, owls, eagles and falcons. Morning and afternoon tours offered. NOTE: Due to the excitement this trip offers, the tour may run 15-20 minutes behind schedule.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Includes: Rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Steve Marlatt Detail
Tim K. Snow Detail
John Yerger Detail
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Spanish Beginning Birdwatching |
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20
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Meet at WCC:
7:50 AM
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Return:
11:00 AM |
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Tour spoken in Spanish: Learn and practice basic identification skills as taught in the Basic Birdwatching seminar. Time will be spent at the Willcox ponds and nearby areas observing and identifying common bird species.
This tour will require that you bring your own car and binoculars.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Beginner
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Trip Leaders:
Juan Caicedo Detail
Jennie Duberstein Detail
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Half-day Sparrow Seek #1 |
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7:50 AM
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12:00 PM |
$30.00
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The grasslands of the Sulphur Springs Valley are well known for the diversity of sparrows, towhees, and longspurs that are winter residents. Over 24 species of Emberizids (members of the sparrow family) may winter in Cochise County and as many as 19 species have been observed during the festival weekend. The tour starts with an hour-long class on sparrow identification, followed by a field trip seeking a dozen sparrow species. Morning and afternoon tours offered.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy to moderate walking and includes brushy areas.
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Includes: Rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Homer Hansen Detail
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A Naturalist's Saunter in Fort Bowie and Chiricahua National Monument |
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7:50 AM
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4:00 PM |
$40.00
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Join naturalist, wildlife biologist, and guide Vincent Pinto as he journeys into the incomparable beauty and diversity of Fort Bowie National Historic Site and Chiricahua National Monument. Applying a wide variety of disciplines, you’ll learn about the area’s unique rock formations and geology, delve into the region's human history, become acquainted with countless plants and their uses (food, medicine, shelter, tools) be introduced to the art and science of tracking animals, discover winter weather patterns, and (of course!) look for birds and other wildlife. You'll also learn how to use a nature journal to record and further enjoy your many discoveries. Here is a great opportunity to weave together many of WOW'S field trip topics into one amazing walk! As we will drive to only two locations, this outing requires the ability to walk moderate distances in varying terrain (2- 4 miles total). We will carpool to our destination.
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Vincent Pinto Detail
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Apache Station Tour #1 |
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20
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8:20 AM
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10:30 AM |
$10.00
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Since 1961, Arizona Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. (AEPCO), has been a customer-owned utility producing electricity at its Apache Generating Station in Cochise, Arizona. AEPCO began operations with just one unit producing 10 megawatts of power. Today, Apache Station is capable of producing 560 megawatts of electric energy from three steam units and four gas turbines. We invite you to tour the facility and see firsthand how electricity is produced and distributed to consumers. Participants must wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes and will walk across open grating. Please note that participants will carpool to the Apache Generating Station in Cochise. The distance is approximately 50 miles roundtrip.
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Trip Leaders:
Michael Nelson Detail
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Archaeology |
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7
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8:50 AM
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2:00 PM |
$45.00
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Tour a partially excavated prehistoric archaeological site on a private ranch. Visit the ranch repository, view many of the artifacts excavated and collected from this site, and hear an explanation of their construction and uses. An archeologist will discuss the local prehistory and environment. Afterwards enjoy a ranch-style lunch with the Working Cattle Ranch group.
Walking: Less than ¼ mile of easy, short walks.
Includes: Ranch-style lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Casey Dennis Detail
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Working Cattle Ranch |
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4
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8:50 AM
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3:00 PM |
$45.00
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Lush grasslands of the Sulphur Springs Valley supported large ranches and Willcox once shipped more cattle from Willcox than any other point in the U.S. Visit a historic, working cattle ranch continuously operated by descendants of one of the earliest pioneer ranchers. Your rancher-guide will discuss ranching history, show and explain modern cattle and range management practices, and discuss relationships between ranching and wildlife. If it's cold in Willcox, it's cold on this tour!
Walking: Less than ¼ mile of easy, short walks.
Includes: Ranch-style lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Jim Riggs Detail
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Geology & History of the Sulphur Springs Valley |
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8:50 AM
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3:00 PM |
$40.00
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Farming and ranching lure large numbers of wintering Sandhill Cranes to the Sulphur Springs Valley. We will observe and discuss the geological character and history of the Valley, with emphasis on the impact of the Willcox Playa on wildlife, transportation, agriculture, groundwater supply, and development. No prior knowledge of geology is needed. Attendees are encouraged to participate in discussions.
Walking: Less than a 1/2 of easy walking on flat ground is required.
Level: Beginner
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Larry Fellows Detail
Don Hammer Detail
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Apache Station Tour #2 |
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Since 1961, Arizona Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. (AEPCO), has been a customer-owned utility producing electricity at its Apache Generating Station in Cochise, Arizona. AEPCO began operations with just one unit producing 10 megawatts of power. Today, Apache Station is capable of producing 560 megawatts of electric energy from three steam units and four gas turbines. We invite you to tour the facility and see firsthand how electricity is produced and distributed to consumers. Participants must wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes and will walk across open grating. Please note that participants will carpool to the Apache Generating Station in Cochise. The distance is approximately 50 miles roundtrip.
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Trip Leaders:
Michael Nelson Detail
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Wetlands & Woodlands |
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$40.00
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Visit the Apache Station Wildlife Viewing Area to observe Sandhill Cranes during their loafing period. Next you will go to the Sunsites Wastewater Treatment Plant and the local golf course to see birds and waterfowl found in the area. Later visit the Cochise Stronghold in the Dragoon Mountains to observe "Sky Islands" woodland bird species.
Walking: Approximately ½ mile of easy to moderately easy walking.
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Jim Paterson Detail
Michael Marsden Detail
Erika Wilson Detail
Tony Battiste Detail
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Owls by Day |
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12:50 PM
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$30.00
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Owls are fascinating birds to observe! Join us on this unique tour looking for owls during the day. We will visit a few locations seeking glimpses of Great Horned, Barn, and Screech owls.
Walking: Easy to moderate walking for short distances over a few stops.
Level: Beginner to Intermediate Includes: Rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Gene Brosseau Detail
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Willcox Walking History |
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Meet at WCC:
12:50 PM
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$10.00
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Take a tour of the Historic Downtown's Railroad Avenue with a local historian. You’ll see Arizona’s only remaining original Southern Pacific Railroad Depot, constructed in 1880; Willcox Commercial, the oldest continually operating store in Arizona; and the Schwertner House, built as an overnight rooming facility for Army personnel enroute through Willcox to area military posts. Nearby, the Rex Allen Cowboy Museum honors the late singer/actor “hometown boy” success story. Stop by the Chiricahua Regional Museum where there are exhibits on the region’s history, featuring Apache Indians, cavalry, Butterfield Stage Line, and mining & railroad displays. On your stroll, you’ll pass several other historic buildings, such as the Headquarters Saloon, where Warren Earp was shot.
Walking: Approximately ¾ mile of easy walking.
Includes: A historic downtown walking tour map
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Trip Leaders:
Chuck Broeder Detail
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Half-day Hawk Stalk #2 |
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12:50 PM
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$30.00
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A shorter version of the Daylong Hawk Stalk pursues the same types of hawks, owls, eagles and falcons. Morning and afternoon tours offered. NOTE: Due to the excitement this trip offers, the tour may run 15-20 minutes behind schedule.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Includes: Rest stops .
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Trip Leaders:
Steve Marlatt Detail
Tim K. Snow Detail
John Yerger Detail
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Half-day Sparrow Seek #2 |
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12:50 PM
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$30.00
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The grasslands of the Sulphur Springs Valley are well known for the diversity of sparrows, towhees, and longspurs that are winter residents. Over 24 species of Emberizids (members of the sparrow family) may winter in Cochise County and as many as 19 species have been observed during the festival weekend. The tour starts with an hour-long class on sparrow identification, followed by a field trip seeking a dozen sparrow species. Morning and afternoon tours offered.
Walking: Less than ½ mile of easy to moderate walking and includes brushy areas.
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Includes: Rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Homer Hansen Detail
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Featured!!
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Banquet & Keynote Speaker |
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Meet at WCC:
6:00 PM
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$25.00
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Come and enjoy a wonderful evening with other festival participants, volunteers, and tour leaders. Arrive early and chat with old friends, meet new ones, and preview the silent auction items. An excellent dinner will be served followed by the keynote speaker's presentation (for details Click Here).
Evening Schedule:
6:00 pm Silent auction and social time
6:30 pm Author signing
7:00 pm Dinner
8:00 pm Keynote speaker presentation
Location: Willcox Elks Lodge, 247 E Stewart Street.
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED due to limited seating. Please note whether you want a chicken, steak or vegetarian dinner. If you are selecting more than one meal type, please ADD each order separately.
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Sunrise Sandhill Crane |
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Meet at WCC:
6:05 AM
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9:45 AM |
$30.00
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Watch Sandhill Cranes take flight as they begin their morning feeding. Local wildlife experts who track the flocks will provide locations.
Walking: Approximately ¾ mile easy walking is required. The walking is along an unpaved road with occasional potholes. Be prepared for a cold morning, prior to sunrise below freezing temperatures are possible. Bring a flashlight for the pre-sunrise walk.
Level: Beginner Includes: Rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Gene Brosseau Detail
Vivian MacKinnon Detail
Matt Brooks Detail
John Yerger Detail
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Southwest Winter Specialties |
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6:50 AM
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$55.00
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Some of the most sought-after birds in North America spend their winters here in Cochise County. The tour travels the grassland of the Sulphur Springs Valley and includes stops at Whitewater Draw and Cochise Stronghold. The tour will look for Scaled Quail, Arizona Woodpecker, Mountain Plover, Sage Sparrow, Ferruginous Hawk, Vermilion Flycatcher, and White-winged Dove, as well as a variety of waterfowl, raptors and shorebirds. Be ready for other rare and exciting finds.
Walking: Approximately one mile of easy to moderate walking with several stops.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Bill Grossi Detail
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Daylong Sparrow Seek |
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Meet at WCC:
7:50 AM
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$55.00
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The grasslands of the Sulphur Springs Valley are well known for the diversity of sparrows, towhees, and longspurs that are winter residents. Over 24 species of Emberizids (members of the sparrow family) may winter in Cochise County and as many as 19 species have been observed during the festival weekend. The tour starts with an hour-long class on sparrow identification, followed by a field trip seeking over 15 sparrow species.
Walking: Approximately 1 to 1 1/2 miles of easy to moderate walking and includes agricultural fields and brushy areas.
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Homer Hansen Detail
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Apache Station Tour #3 |
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Meet at WCC:
8:20 AM
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10:30 AM |
$10.00
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Since 1961, Arizona Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. (AEPCO), has been a customer-owned utility producing electricity at its Apache Generating Station in Cochise, Arizona. AEPCO began operations with just one unit producing 10 megawatts of power. Today, Apache Station is capable of producing 560 megawatts of electric energy from three steam units and four gas turbines. We invite you to tour the facility and see firsthand how electricity is produced and distributed to consumers. Participants must wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes and will walk across open grating. Please note that participants will carpool to the Apache Generating Station in Cochise. The distance is approximately 50 miles roundtrip.
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Trip Leaders:
Michael Nelson Detail
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Midday Northbound Hawk Stalk |
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Meet at WCC:
8:50 AM
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3:00 PM |
$40.00
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Explore the Stewart District to Bonita, a hawk-watcher’s dream during the winter months when large numbers of raptors are seen throughout the area.
Walking: Approximately ½ mile of easy to moderately easy walking.
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Steve Marlatt Detail
Tim K. Snow Detail
Mike McGee Detail
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Midday Southbound Hawk Stalk |
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8:50 AM
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3:00 PM |
$40.00
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Explore Kansas Settlement, a hawk-watcher’s dream during the winter months when large numbers of raptors are seen throughout the area.
Walking: Approximately ½ mile of easy walking.
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Includes: Lunch, drinks, and rest stops
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Trip Leaders:
Tom Wood Detail
Sheri Williamson Detail
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Apache Station Tour #4 |
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Meet at WCC:
9:50 AM
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Return:
12:00 PM |
$10.00
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