Birdathon Fundraiser Field Trip: Tanque Verde Wash at Wentworth Rd with Karen Howe

Birdathon Fundraiser Field Trip: Tanque Verde Wash at Wentworth Rd, Apr. 19, 7am – 10am

Team: All Washed Up

$25 (minimum) donation

Join us for a special field trip to support the Birdathon fundraiser! This outing is perfect for those who want to contribute to Birdathon but don’t have a team of their own. Enjoy a fun and educational birding experience, all while supporting bird conservation.

All registration fees will go directly to the Birdathon fundraiser, helping protect habitats and support critical bird conservation efforts. Let’s come together to celebrate birds and make a difference!

Whether you’re a seasoned birder or a curious beginner, your participation will leave a lasting impact.

Trip difficulty: Moderate. 2-mile hiking (round trip) in soft sand. No restrooms or drinking water available.

This portion of the Tanque Verde Wash, on the far east side of Tucson, remains relatively natural. It is lined with native vegetation, providing excellent habitat for native riparian birds and an oasis for migratory birds and other wildlife.

We’ll walk in the wash for about a mile, checking the brush for towhees, sparrows, and finches. Then, we’ll continue through a large stand of cottonwoods, scanning for raptors, woodpeckers, warblers, and kinglets.

Bring sun protection and water, and wear sturdy walking shoes.

Driving directions: Take Tanque Verde Road east, about 8 miles past the intersection with the Catalina Highway. After the Forty Niners Country Club estates, turn right on Wentworth Road. Park on the north side of the road just before it crosses the wash. Please consider carpooling, as parking is limited.

Leader: Karen Howe