SPECIAL RATES FOR BIRDING ENTHUSIASTS

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EXCELLENT BIRDING JUST MINUTES FROM THE ARIZONA RIVERPARK INN

• Go Birding in Tucson  

As a proud member of the Bird & Business Alliance and a sponsor of the Tucson Audubon Society, the Arizona Riverpark Inn hotel is pleased to offer special rates for birding enthusiasts of all ages. Both guided and independent bird and nature walks are available year-round from a number of area locations within close proximity to the hotel.   For personalized assistance for your group or individual needs, contact our sales associate at 520.239.2300 or via email sales@TheRiverparkInn.com. 

Tucson and the surrounding area contains a diversity of bird species that are found year-round due to seasonal environmental niches in the desert basins and mountain ranges making Tucson one of the top birding destinations in the country as well as a recreational paradise. Tohono Chul Park hosts docent-led walking tours.  For details call 520.752.6455 or visit their website at www.tohonochulpark.org.

The 1st Annual Bird & Wildlife Festival at the Riverpark Inn was held August 17-21, 2011 at the Riverpark Inn.  The festival included  field trips, workshops and exhibits as well as socials, banquets and breakfasts.  Festival partners included the Tucson Audubon Society, Arizona Game & Fish Department, the Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitors Bureau and the U.S. Forest Service.  This will hopefully become an annual event at the Riverpark Inn.  

Nearby birding location include:

• Tucson Audubon Society (offers over 125 free bird walks each year)
• Sweetwater Wetlands (14 minute drive)
• Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum (20 minute drive)
• Madera Canyon (40 minute drive)
• Saguaro National Park (15 minute drive)
• Sabino Canyon (30 minute drive)

Southern Arizona is home to 15 hummingbird species thus earning the nickname The Hummingbird Capital of the North America. The world-famous Hummingbird Aviary at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is home to several hummingbird species including the Magnificent, Black-chinned, Broad-tailed and Annas.

While the Arizona Riverpark Inn is conveniently located to top birding destinations, you will also find this full-service AAA 3 diamond hotel's resort-like settings and relaxing atmosphere perfect when traveling alone or in a group. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the Tucson Convention Center and near sightseeing, shopping and dining, and other attractions which make this growing and vibrant desert community so unique. Enjoy the heated outdoor swimming pool, spa, fire-pit, social area with fireplace and other delightful extras, including a daily complimentary Full American Breakfast.

We are proud to announce that we have teamed up with the Tucson Audubon Society to offer these great packages.

Classic Birding Package includes*

• 10% off at the Tucson Audubon Society's nature shops
• Deluxe Guest Room
• Complimentary Full American Breakfast
• Welcome Terrace Cafe & Bar Beverage Coupon (M-F) 

*Packages may not be available during Major Holidays and Special Events (Pueblo Gem & Mineral Show, etc.).  All packages are subject to availability.

Deluxe Birding Package includes*

• Tucson Audubon's Southern Arizona Birder Collection (which includes italicized items):
• Tucson Audubon Society's "Finding Birds in Southeast Arizona"
• A 2-CD set of bird songs of Southeastern AZ and Sonora Mexico"
• A Birding Trail Map
• Southeast Arizona Bird checklist
• 10% off at the Tucson Audubon Society's nature shops
• Deluxe Guest Room
• Complimentary Full American Breakfast
• Welcome Terrace Cafe & Bar Beverage Coupon (M-F)

*Packages may not be available during Major Holidays and Special Events (Pueblo Gem & Mineral Show, etc.).  All packages are subject to availability.