Willow Bend makes environmental education fun for both kids and adults.
Willow Bend is a nonprofit environmental education center of the . We are dedicated to nurturing a sense of place through hands-on education programs. Our mission is to provide education outreach services that build environmental awareness and an ethic of responsible stewardship of our natural and cultural resources.
Join Us for These Upcoming Events at Willow Bend
Feb 4—Bald Eagle Workshops: Join Willow Bend and Arizona Game & Fish Department to learn about bald eagles. Choose between a family workshop (for those with children 4–10) or an adult presentation. The workshops will include fun activities and opportunities to see a live eagle up close! Weather permitting, participants will also go on a field trip. Learn more...
Feb 25—Ethnobotany of Willows Workshop: This program, led by expert Jonah Hill, will focus on the historical importance of willows and their relationship to the people of northern Arizona. Learn more...
Mar 12–16—Environmental Education Training Program: Explore the vast field of environmental education and learn more about the ecology and natural history of northern Arizona through hands-on experiences. Learn more...
Mar 31—Science of Wind: This teacher workshop will provide educators of all grade levels and subject areas the necessary foundational understanding of wind energy to then inform, excite and inspire their students. Learn more...
Jun 11–13—Biodiversity Bootcamp: Yellowstone! This bootcamp will connect Flagstaff's unique ecosystem to one of America's premiere natural areas: Yellowstone National Park. We begin in Flagstaff with workshops and continue in Yellowstone. Learn more...
Green First Fridays. Join Willow Bend to celebrate the First Friday of every month! Learn more...