You’re Invited: AZ(LAND) ASU x Central Arizona Phoenix Long Term Ecological Research Program (CAPLTER)

Saturday, February 28, 2026 8am-10am
Theme: Roots to Wings: Plant & Bird Eco Walk
Address: 2439 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Join us for a guided experience through our local ecosystem with Wildlife Research Specialist Shane Henderson from the Central Arizona–Phoenix Long-Term Ecological Research (CAPLTER).

This immersive walk weaves together ecological insight, practical birding techniques, and a deeper understanding of how desert landscapes sustain life from roots to wings. You’ll learn how to:

• Identify key native plants that support bird populations
• Recognize bird calls, behaviors, and habitat patterns
• Observe like a field researcher — slowing down, noticing patterns, asking questions
• Understand how urban and desert ecosystems intersect and our hopes for the future

Whether you're a seasoned birder or simply curious about the life around you, this walk invites you to see our local landscape with new eyes — tracing the thread from historical roots to futuring wings.

Come ready to wander, wonder, and wish.

📍 Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area - Northeast Central Trailhead

Please bring appropriate gear for walking and weather. Some considerations (not all) include: comfortable walking shoes & clothes, water, hat, sunscreen.

In community,
AZ(LAND) × Central Arizona Phoenix Long Term Ecological Research Program (CAPLTER)

Website: https://www.azlnd.org/events