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Upcoming Events
Every Fall volunteers tag thousands of Monarchs as they fly through Arizona on their
migration to their overwintering sites. Tagging parties are scheduled in advance at
locations around the state where monarchs have frequented in the past. COVID-19 restrictions
may be necessary in the 2022 tagging season.
See the 
Southwest Monarch Facebook page for
upcoming events and information. Scroll to "Events" at the top right. (You can see this page without being a Facebook member.)
2022 Tagging Events
Flagstaff Festival of Science Monarch Tagging Special Events:
- September 24, 2022 Saturday 8:30 to 10:30 AM.
Learn to tag a monarch butterfly at Bubbling Ponds in Cornville Arizona. This event is open to adults and
parents with their children. Reservations are required to attend. Space is limited to 15 people. To
register email info@swmonarchs.org. Be sure to read "Things you need to know" (below) so you are ready to
tag safely.
- September 25, 2022 Sunday 8:30 to 10:30 AM.
Learn to tag a monarch butterfly at Bubbling Ponds in Cornville Arizona. This event is open to adults and
parents with their children. Reservations are required to attend. Space is limited to 15 people. To
register email info@swmonarchs.org. Be sure to read "Things you need to know" (below) so you are ready to
tag safely.
- September 26, 2022 Monday 8:30 to 10:30 AM.
Learn to tag a monarch butterfly at Bubbling Ponds in Cornville Arizona. This special event is open to ADULTS ONLY. Reservations are required to attend. Space is limited to 15 people. To
register email info@swmonarchs.org. Be sure to read "Things you need to know" (below) so you are ready to
tag safely.
Things you need to know
Everyone who participates in a tagging event must complete a liability/photo release form.
Click here for pdf
or click here for Word,
print the form, fill it in and bring it along. The tagging leader will also have blank forms available.
Interested in joining in the fun? Here are some helpful hints to make your experience a success:
- Wear sturdy shoes that can get wet (NO sandals, please). Many tagging sites are near and in creeks.
- Long pants and a long sleeve shirt protect your body from scratches from desert bushes.
- Wear a hat and sunblock.
- Bring sufficient water, snacks and a sack lunch. Most tagging events last 2 to 3 hours.
- All children must be accompanied by adults.
- Don't forget your camera!
- We leave promptly. Monarch butterflies are most active in the morning hours and their numbers vary
from year to year. Most areas should be filled with birds and other butterflies as well.
- Please RSVP at info@swmonarchs.org
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Photo by Adriane Grimaldi
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