Downstream Events Calendar April 2025

April 30 - Welcome Home Vietnam Vets!

VFW Post 3513, Scottsdale

Get ready, folks, because our Welcome Home celebration is just around the corner, and the excitement is in the air! We're putting the finishing touches on what promises to be an unforgettable day, and we want YOU to be a part of it! If you know of any organizations related to Vietnam and its impact, don't hesitate to reach out and invite them to join us in this meaningful celebration.

This event is not just a celebration; it's a fantastic opportunity for education and understanding about the Vietnam War and its lasting effects. And hey, if you're looking to roll up your sleeves and help out (e.g., on this Day of Service), we'd love to have you!

Just contact us(480-941-9849)for all the info on volunteering. Trust us, this heartfelt gathering is something you won't want to miss-let's make some memories together! So mark your calendars, spread the word, and let's honor our military history while connecting as a community!

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon, a poignant reminder of the Vietnam War's profound impact on our nation and its veterans. Many brave men and women served with honor, yet upon their return, they were met with challenges that left deep scars, both seen and unseen.

It is time to finally give them the welcome home they so richly deserve, celebrating their sacrifices and resilience half a century later. As we gather to honor the memory of those who served-and those who never returned-we invite our community to join us in this momentous occasion, fostering camaraderie and support for our veterans and their families who have endured so much, including the struggles of PTSD that many faced long before it was understood.

This is an event you won't want to miss as we come together to express our gratitude and respect for their unwavering dedication to our American values.

April 5+ @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm - Talk with a Paleontologist at Petrified Forest National Park

Painted Desert Visitor Center PO Box 2217 1 Park Road, Petrified Forest National Park, United States

Watch and interact with fossil preparators as they prepare paleontological specimens found throughout Petrified Forest National Park. Open to the public every Thursday, everyone is invited to observe this fascinating and painstaking process, ask questions, and learn more about the fossils found here. All ages are welcome. Located on the northeast side.

April 5+ @ 9:00 am - 10:30 pm - Biking in the White Mountains

Biking in the White Mountains-Saturdays

Bikes need to be in condition and ready to ride. Helmets are required. Our rides are social, not competitive, with distances determined by the leader and depending on who shows up. If you are not yet on the mountain bike list, please send an email to Suzanne Milligan at suzanne.milligan@yahoo.com.

April 5+ @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Nature Play

Boyce Thompson Arboretum, 37615 E US Highway #60, Superior, AZ 85173, USA 38400 US Hwy 60, United States

Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children's Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every Saturday, from October to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn in a safe, engaging environment. Outdoor play isn't just fun; it's essential!

April 5 10:00 am - 2:00 pm - Arizona Water Awareness Month Festival

Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza 1700 West Washington Street, Phoenix

Celebrate Arizona's precious water resources with us at our Water Awareness Month Festival! It's the largest water celebration of the year! On April 5, Wesley Bolin Plaza will come alive with activities, exhibits, displays and games all relating to our most precious resource, water.

April 6 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am Trap Shooting

Open to guests and members of the Wickenburg Sportsmen club. Wickenburg Sportsmen's Club is a 501 C7 nonprofit social club where our members and their guest enjoy organized sporting events, potlucks and campfires. We promote organized sporting events with a focus on safety and sportsmanship. Events are for recreation, there are NO prizes.

April 7 @ 9 a.m.- 10 a.m. Guided Bird Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park Arizona 260, Pine, AZ, United States

Join a ranger on a ~1 mile, mostly paved, walk through some of the most biodiverse terrain in central Arizona. A combination of plant communities and habitats surrounding the world's largest travertine bridge supports a wide variety of bird species that call the park home and we will be searching for. Meets near the Waterfall.

April 24 - April 27 Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival 2025

Dead Horse Ranch State Park 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd, Cottonwood, United States

Join us in 2025 as we learn about birds in art and their creative influence. Our Keynote Speaker this year is Julie Zickefoose and our featured bird is the Anna's hummingbird by artist Walt Anderson. You can also read up more on Walt by going to his conservation artist website and his Facebook page.

April 25 @ 5:00 pm - April 27 @ 12:00 pm Becoming an Outdoors- Woman

For adult women 18+, any fitness level, no experience required. A supportive environment for learning, making friends, and fun. Sessions include plant ID, fishing, camping, navigation, rappelling, geocaching, Dutch-oven cooking, and shooting.

April 26 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Family Nature Day 2025

Dead Horse Ranch State Park 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd, Cottonwood, United States

Get ready for a day of adventure, discovery, and fun in nature at Family Nature Day! Whether you're a birding enthusiast, a naturelover, 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.

April 28 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm STEM Speaker: Preserving Arizona's Unique Desert Landscapes

Scottsdale Community College 9000 E. Chaparral Road, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Vicki Preston, President and CEO of Desert Foothills Land Trust, as she shares her passion for protecting one of North America's most unique and fragile ecosystems. Discover how Arizona's land management shapes conservation efforts, learn about private land preservation strategies, and explore ways to protect this irreplaceable ecosystem.