Raven’s Nest Nature Sanctuary offers a great place to initiate any of your private program requests as it is much more than a place to relax. It’s strategic location by over 9,500 acres of remote wilderness allows you to experience a Nature Retreat and learn about world-class biodiversity while disconnecting from your daily schedule and hectic lifestyle.
Our Nature Sanctuary awaits your discovery and enjoyment with ~ 6 miles of groomed Nature Trails, Wildlife Ponds that attract diverse wildlife, species-rich habitats, and natural history displays housed within the Sky Islands Discovery Center.
Our Mesquite Woodlands, Grasslands, arroyos, and canyons provide a personal glimpse into the unique biodiversity of the Sky Islands or its ample natural resources for Wilderness Survival.
As a prelude to the Sky Islands, a Half or Full-day Naturalist saunter at Raven’s Nest Nature Sanctuary will provide a memorable experience at many different realms. Learn about our ongoing Environmental Policy, Ecological Restoration Strategies. Our miles of Nature Trails will provide a great introduction to the Sky Islands, including its diverse wildlife and native plants.
During a relaxed walk you’re much more likely to spot a troop of White-nosed Coatis (tropical members of the Raccoon family), get a great photo of a spectacular Elegant Trogon, or see the sublime details of colorful butterflies and wildflowers. We can tailor a Naturalist Saunter to your exact interests, time restrictions, and areas of preferred focus.
Join us at Ravens-Way Wild Journeys LLC and choose either a slow-paced ramble – short to long, designed to accommodate most walking abilities. Or depending upon your wants and needs, imagine an exciting trek through a diverse set of habitats, searching for fascinating native flora and fauna – many species of which are unique to our Sky Islands region.
ADVENTURES AT RAVEN’S NEST NATURE SANCTUARY
Here is an overview of the Nature Retreat experiences you can enjoy at our Nature Sanctuary
MORNING NATURE WALK
A relaxed stroll aimed at introducing you to all facets of Nature at Raven’s Nest Nature Sanctuary.
EARLY BIRDS WALK
Venturing out on a slow-paced meander, you’ll soon see why southeast Arizona ranks as one of the top birding areas in the U.S.!
RAVEN’S NEST BIRD LIST ( download PDF)
MORNING HIKE
A brisk walk in order to boost your fitness and providing plenty of cardio exercise! Our Nature trails and the nearby wild areas provide the perfect start to your morning – before or after breakfast.
NATURALIST SAUNTERS
If you crave a slow exploration of Nature that involves easy and relatively minimal hiking, then you may enjoy our Naturalist Saunters. The focus will be on a wide range of Natural History topics including, but not limited to: Birdwatching, Wildlife Tracking, Geology, Ethnobotany, Wilderness Survival Skills… Learn to see Nature’s nuances and to appreciate the details that we normally pass by in our everyday rush.
WILDLIFE TRACKING
Wildlife Biologist & Naturalist Vincent Pinto will teach you how to find, identify, interpret, and follow the tracks and signs left by a wide variety of wildlife. Learn to read the hidden language of the land, scripted by the passage of a myriad of creatures!
INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC GARDENING
Learn how to construct a functional, food-producing organic garden from scratch! Includes a tour of the Organic Gardens and Organic Orchards at Raven’s Nest.
STARRY SAFARI
The night skies of Southeastern AZ include some of the best celestial viewing sites in North America. Year-round you can explore the mystery of the dark, including a constellation tour, planetary views, and a multitude of deep sky objects. With the aid of cutting edge technology, as well as the ancient sky stories, you’ll rediscover the joy of gazing at the night sky. This experience can be combined with a dusk Wildlife Safari if you desire.
OWL PROWL
Southeast Arizona is renowned for its bird diversity, including more Owl species than any other state. Here we venture afield at Raven’s Nest and nearby natural areas with Owl researcher Vincent Pinto. Great-horned Owl, Western Screech Owl, Whiskered Screech Owl, Elf Owl, & Long-eared Owl are a few of the species that you may encounter. You will also listen for NightJars, Coyotes, and other denizens of the night.
NIGHT WALK
Experience the magic of Raven’s Nest at night! With sporadic use your flashlight, we’ll guide you on a uniques sensory experience at night to uncover unusual nocturnal creatures and their habitats. A great opportunity to see Owls, Frogs, Bats, Insects, night-blooming Plants, and other wonders of this hidden, nocturnal world.
RAVENS-WAY WILD JOURNEYS HAS BEEN FEATURED IN:
- Patagonia Regional Times – August/September 2019 Read Article
- Nogales International – September 1, 2017 Read Article
- Green Valley News – September 18, 2017 Read Article
- The Vermillion Flycatcher – Tucson Audubon Society Read Article