The wetlands and Arboretum both lie on the south side of Flagstaff, and are gorgeous summer destinations featuring, at the wetlands, recharge ponds with waterfowl, an abundance of Western Bluebirds, a reliable Osprey or two, plus some regular piney species such as nuthatches, Steller’s jays and Mountain Chickadees.  Then, at the Arboretum, possible robins and a variety of warblers. Wildflowers at both the wetlands and Arboretum are worth the trip.  If past experience repeats itself, it will be a chilly start, but we’ll peel layers off later.  Carpooling and other logistics to be decided a few days before the trip.

Time: Leave Scottsdale at 5 AM and return about 3:30 PM.

Limit: 7.

Difficulty: 2. Walking on flat terrain, but at about 7,000’

Leader: Kathe Anderson