Upcoming Events

Join Casa de San Pedro for a relaxing stay and enjoy special birding events or special dinners to make your stay even more satisfying! Be sure to sign up in advance for special events by calling us toll free at 888-257-2050. The calendar above has a representation of a few of the many events in the area.

FALL MIGRATION - THE HUIMMERS ARE HRE IN FORCE!

We always look forward to the reverse migration that occurs from late July through October.  This is the time of year when all those birds that rushed northbound in the Spring to find mates, build nests, and hatch and raise chicks, are now wending their ways southbound for the Winter.  But at this time of year our Summer Monsoon Rains have turned the San Pedro River Valley green - affording the migrating families of birds water, shelter, blossoms and abundant foodstuffs to sustain their travels.  And, with such a welcoming habitat these flocks of migrating birds are more inclined to linger along the way, giving our guests ample opportunities to see the birds in greater numbers than in the Spring.

And the hummingbirds have again arrived in great numbers, providing ample opportunity for the Hummingbird Banding team from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory (sabo.org) to conduct their weekly bandings at the Casa.  During this time of year it is probable that they will be able to band between 25 and 40 hummers in a short banding session.  Earlier in the year they may only have 5-10 hummers to band.  This week they had eight different species in our back yard - perfect!  And there are many other species that prefer the higher altitude mountain canyons just 7 miles to the West of the Casa.  So in a short time one can possibly see up to 14 different species while staying at the Casa.

We are also starting to see kettles of buzzards and hawks wending their ways southward.  A large flock of lazuli buntings is currently savoring grass seeds in the fields around the Casa.  And our resident Great Horned Owls are back at the trees by the pool.  Each evening also provides entertainment just outside our windows as nectar bats attack the feeders we leave up for them, while other bats stream out of our bat box in search of tasty (?!) insects each evening. 

Fortunately the Casa is located in a perfect habitat (riparian) to attract the birds you want to see, and with only short trips to nearby related canyon and mountain habitats you can find many different species in the different habitats and elevations (from 4230 at the Casa to over 9000 feet at the mountain peaks).  Our Fall weather is still pleasant with sunshine and cooling nights - just perfect for you to enjoy magnificent bird watching, and relax in the quiet serenity of the Casa.

We can give you directions to all of our local birding hot spots, starting with our own back yard and the adjacent San Pedro River! 

As you tour SE Arizona from our high prairie grasslands, to mountain canons, and riparian areas, it is probable that you will find well over 150 species in just a few days, without a lot of effort.  Local bird guides can help you find and identify the many types of birds, and guide you to the Winter birding hot-spots.  And as always, the San Pedro River Valley is at the heart of SE Arizona's hottest birding sites.