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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.
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.)
Spring 2024 Presentations
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February 3, Saturday
Join Angela Bergelt at 11 AM at Cholla Library in Phoenix and learn about
“Monarchs in Arizona” and how to invite them to visit your yard. Free.
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February 10, Saturday
Join Gail Morris at 2PM at Juniper Library in Phoenix and learn about “Monarchs
in Arizona” and how to invite them to visit your yard. Free.
- February 15, Thursday
“Are Monarchs Endangered?” at 6PM at Butterfly Wonderland in Scottsdale by
Gail Morris. Monarch butterflies are in the news often and usually cast with a troubling future. In this
talk, she will take us on a journey through the life-cycle dynamics of monarchs, recent annual population
counts, and how you can help monarchs and other pollinators flourish.
Limited Capacity: Purchase tickets online at www.butterflywonderland.com.
$15 Adults, $10 Students with ID.
- March 2, Saturday
Join Laura Miller at 2PM at Ocotillo Library in Phoenix and learn about “Monarchs in
Arizona” and how to invite them to visit your yard. Free.
- March 15, Friday
Join Gail Morris at 11AM at Cesar Chavez Library in Phoenix and learn about
“Monarchs in Arizona” and how to invite them to visit your yard. Free.
2024 Tagging Events
Monarch Tagging Special Events: (Also see Things you need to know below)
We will add more tagging events soon. Check back here periodically.
- September 7, Saturday
Central Arizona Butterfly Association monarch tagging with The Southwest Monarch Study will be held in Canelo, Arizona.
Save the date—Details to follow.
- September 14, Saturday
Southwest Monarch Study tagging event will be held in Canelo, Arizona. Save the date—details to follow.
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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