by Louie Dombroski, Paton Center Birder-in-Residence One of the tallest trees growing just over the fence behind the hummingbird viewing pavilion at the Paton Center for Hummingbirds is a Siberian Elm that has been a hub of activity the last […]
Birding, Biking & Hiking
The Patagonia Birding & Butterfly Co. is a small, local, bird and butterfly tour company based in Patagonia, Arizona owned and operated by Matt Brown. Matt has taken hundreds of birders, butterfliers, and nature lovers around Santa Cruz and Cochise […]
The Patagonia Birding & Butterfly Co.
The Paton Center experienced its first freezing temperatures with a reading of 28 degrees on the morning of October 13. As a result, what many long-time Southeast Arizona residents are calling the Best. Butterfly. Season. Ever! may be slowing down […]
From the Paton Center for Hummingbirds
The next generation of monarch butterflies is emerging at the Paton Center! And they need our help. Without milkweeds throughout their spring and summer breeding areas in North America, monarchs would not be able to produce the successive generations that […]
Learn How to Help the Monarchs
Construction has been completed this spring on Phase 2 of the Train Track Trail (TTT) that now connects the town of Patagonia with the Arizona National Scenic Trail (AZT) at Casa Blanca Canyon. The TTT was originally envisioned by Betsy […]
New Route Connects Patagonia to the AZ Trail
Enjoy a few of the birds captured by the talented John Comé. You can see more of our feathered friends in the “Here Come The Birds” album.
The Birds of Sky Islands – by John Comé
Reprinted by permission of the Tucson Audubon Society With temperatures still often dipping into the 20’s just before sunrise at the Paton Center, it’s encouraging to see a few signs of spring. The Curve-billed Thrasher has replaced its whisper song […]
Signs of Spring at the Paton Center
A trip to Patagonia would not be complete without a visit to the Paton Center for Hummingbirds. Dedicated to the celebration and conservation of hummingbirds—and all of southeast Arizona’s astounding biodiversity—through recreation, education, and sustainable living. The Patons Wally and […]
Tucson Audubon Society’s Paton Center for Hummingbirds
Mountain biking in the Mountain Empire varies from groomed dirt roads to technical single track. Here are three scenic rides you might like to try. Harshaw Loop This is an easy 13 mile loop that includes pavement and dirt road. […]
3 Scenic Rides in the Sky Islands
The Sonoita Creek Preserve is one of Santa Cruz County’s most sought out birding hot spots. Owned and managed by The Nature Conservancy, it is actually one of the best bird watching havens in the Southwest. This lush riparian area provides […]
Sonoita Creek Preserve
Just three miles outside of Patagonia is one several places in the area to access to the historic Arizona Trail, which runs Mexico to Utah. Take Harshaw Road east of Patagonia about 3 miles, until you see the Arizona Trail […]
Hiking the Arizona Trail
Article written by Dina Mishev and published by Arizona Guide No matter if you’re new to birding or are an avid birder looking to check rare species off your life list, Patagonia is your place. It’s not just because birds outnumber people in Patagonia […]