Welcome to Wild in the City®, the Arizona Elk Society's exciting Outdoor Skills Day Camp designed for youth aged 6-16. Priced at only $25 per participant, this program offers exceptional value for parents. This unique program is crafted to introduce young minds to the wonders of the outdoors, providing an immersive experience in outdoor skills, wildlife conservation, and volunteerism.

What to Expect: During this one-day program, participants will engage in a variety of activities, including:

Archery: Learn the basics of archery, developing precision and focus.
Wildlife Identification: Discover the diverse flora and fauna of the region.
Track Making: Explore the art of tracking and interpreting animal signs.
Owl Pellet Dissection: Delve into the fascinating world of owl biology through hands-on dissection.
Firearm Safety and Shooting:In a supervised setting, participants will learn about firearm safety and have the opportunity to shoot pellet guns and .22 rifles.
Horsemanship: Gain basic horsemanship skills and connect with these magnificent animals.
Wildlife Calling: Learn the art of wildlife communication and observation.
Wilderness Survival: Learn how to make a survival bracelet and what it’s used for and also how to start a fire with a flint & steel tool.
Fishing: Feel the excitement of catching a fish and feeling that tug on the line. Our experienced mentors are there to help!

A quarter-century of an enjoyable event that has been instrumental in funding our programs.

Please consider volunteering for this wonderful event. Our volunteers make this event possible. My name is Lindsay and I am the volunteer coordinator. Please contact me if you have any comments, questions or concerns! I am here to help make your volunteer experience the best it can be. My email address is lindsayl@arizonaelksociety.org or call me at the office at 623-444-4147.

Volunteer Needs:

• 3/26 Trailer Hauler from AES to Mesa Convention Center
• January Banquet Prep at AES office please list available times
• February Banquet Prep at AES office, please list available times
• March Banquet Prep at AES office, please list available times
• 3/27 Friday Mesa Convention Center set up 8am to 5pm set up
• 3/28 Saturday Mesa Convention Center 8am-12pm Final set up
• 3/28 Saturday Mesa Convention Center 2pm to Midnight Banquet
• 3/28 Saturday Mesa Convention Center 7pm to Midnight Later Banquet Shift
• 3/29 Sunday Mesa Convention Center 9am to 12pm tear down
• 3/29 Sunday Trailer Hauler from Mesa Convention Center to AES

Russ Johnson is our Habitat and Project Coordinator. AES has projects going most of the summer during the weekends. These projects are for everyone! If you want to volunteer, we will find something you can help with. We encourage families, college students, youth groups, boy & girl scout troops or just by yourself to come out and join likeminded people to accomplish something good for the environment and elk. Most of the projects are in northern Arizona so it is a great opportunity to get out of the heat. Arizona Elk Society provides food and drink for the entire weekend. You’ll just have to bring your camping gear and you’ll be all set! If you are interested in volunteering for a project, please email Russ. We’ll keep this page updated the best we can about upcoming projects.