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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Guided Bird Walk

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

Look for desert and migratory birds with Ranger Eric!   Learn about birds of Sonoran Desert and migrant water birds on this walk with Ranger Eric. We will first meet at...

Free with Park Fee

Tucson Audubon Society: Birding For Every BODY at Lakeside Park FIeld Trip

Chuck Ford Lakeside Park 8201 E. Stella Rd., Tucson

January 25- Thursday, 8:00 am – Lakeside Park Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are...

Free

City of Chandler: The Ultimate Classic Superstition Bus Tour (#2NC609)

Tumbleweed Recreation Center 745 E. Germann Rd., Chandler

The Superstition Mountains' mysterious history and natural wonder draws in visitors from around the world! On this desert adventure, you'll visit scenic viewpoints of the Superstition Mountains, Goldfield Ghost Town,...

$26 – $36

National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Lab

Petrified Forest National Park 1 Park Rd, Petrified Forest National Park

Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. Free with Park Fee

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Critter Chat

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument 10 Organ Pipe Dr., Ajo

Join a ranger at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center at our back patio to learn about the wildlife found at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Topics may include javalina, gila...

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a 1 hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Nature Hike

Red Rock State Park 4050 Red Rock Loop Rd., Sedona

Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include...

Free with Park Fee

Tohono Chul: Walk in the Gardens

Tohono Chul 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Tucson

Experience Tohono Chul while learning some of the basics of the ecology of the Sonoran Desert. Join us for a Walk in the Gardens and get an intimate look at...

Free with Admission

Yavapai County Free Library District: 1-2-1 Tech Time

Yavapai County Free Library District - Camp Verde Community Library 130 Black Bridge Rd., Camp Verde

Need technology help? We’ve got you covered! Register for a one-on-one session with library staff to receive hands on help with computer basics, smartphone assistance, software applications, and internet safety....

Free

Scottsdale Public Library: Walk with Ease

Scottsdale Public Library - Civic Center Library 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale

Don't let arthritis or inactivity sideline you! A six-week walking group program designed to help people reduce pain and discomfort of arthritis, increase balance and strength, build confidence in the...

Fre

National Park Service: Ranger Patio Talk

Coronado National Memorial 4101 W Montezuma Canyon Rd, Hereford

Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more!...

Free with Park Fee

Tohono Chul: Eco Station – Desert Chow

Tohono Chul 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Tucson

Follow the predator/prey trail and explore a tangled food web   Eco-Stations at the Overlook These touch carts, staffed by Docents, feature hands-on Sonoran Desert learning opportunities for visitors of...

Free with Admission

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: 100 Miles in 100 Days Nature Hike

Lake Pleasant Regional Park 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown

Join Ranger Eric for a moderate hike up to Yavapai Point and back, with spectacular scenery along the way!   Join Ranger Eric on a 1.8-mile one-way hike up the Yavapai...

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Ranger’s Choice Program

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Join us for a surprise program. Topics change daily. Come curious, leave inspired! Program may include a walk to Mather Point or along the Canyon Rim Trail. Program duration: 30...

Free with Park Fee

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Actual location given after reservations, Phoenix

Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience.  Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals,...

Free – $25

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station Tarantulas

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear

Come learn about our friendly neighbor GIANT FREAKING SPIDERS with Ranger Shaun!  Ranger Shaun has come out to talk about big cuddly....spiders. Come learn about some of our native tarantulas!...

Free with Park Fee

Avondale Public Library: Consejo sobre Technologia

Avondale Public Library - Sam Garcia Western Avenue Library 495 E. Western Ave., Avondale

Ayuda con Aparatos Electronicos Aproveche nuestra ayuda personalizada de 45-minutos para cualquier persona que necesite asistencia básica con el uso del teléfono móvil, la tableta, la computadora, la descarga de...

Free

Maricopa County Library District: Android Help Desk

MCLDAZ - Sun City Library 16828 N. 99th Ave., Sun City

Customers will be able to get help with basic apps, managing digital media, moving files, photos, email, etc. Registration not required.

Free

National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Come join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to...

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Patio Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument 10 Organ Pipe Dr., Ajo

Join a ranger on the back patio of the Kris Eggle Visitor Center to discover more about Organ Pipe Cactus' fascinating cultural or geological history, ecology, wildlife or other fun...

Free with Park Fee

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: BUGS! A Rainforest Adventure

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

Follow an insect's life journey as you become immersed in a miniature world where a leaf weighs as much as a car and one raindrop quenches the largest thirst. This...

Free – $12

National Park Service: Geology Talk Ranger Program

Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim Grand Canyon

Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how...

Free with Park Fee

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Tucson Sky & Beyond

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson

Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in Tucson's night sky. This live...

Free – $12

Desert Foothills Library: Center for Integrative Healing & Wellness

Desert Foothills Library 38443 N. Schoolhouse Rd., Cave Creek

The Center for Integrative Healing & Wellness advocates a whole food, anti-inflammatory, diet as the most beneficial way of eating whether working within a cancer context or not. Ideally, this...

Free

National Park Service: Sunset Hike (East District)

Saguaro National Park Tucson

Climb a half-mile up the Tanque Verde Ridge to enjoy a desert sunset with a ranger guide. Expect rocky terrain and beautiful views. Free with Park Fee

Free with Park Fee

National Park Service: Amphitheater Sunset Talk

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument 10 Organ Pipe Dr., Ajo

Join a ranger at the Twin Peaks Campground Amphitheater to discover more about the amazing Sonoran Desert! Topics may including cultural history, wildlife, cacti, restoration projects, and more! Free with...

Free with Park Fee

Glendale Public Library: Cricut Craft – Decorate Your Mug

Glendale Public Library - Heroes Regional Park Library 6075 N. 83rd Ave., Glendale

Have fun with your friends and neighbors as you decorate your mug with Cricut vinyl. In this crafty program we will supply the materials, so all you need to bring is...

Free

City of Chandler: Sow You Want to Start a Garden (#2NC610)

Chandler Nature Center 4050 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Chandler

Start your very own garden! Learn the basics like soil health, watering, the best plant varieties for the desert, and how to cultivate your plants from seed to harvest.

$10 – $14

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Full Moon Hike

McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills

Join Ranger Kevin for a beautiful desert evening hike.  Come join Ranger Kevin as we hike roughly 2 miles on the Hilltop and Tortoise trails under a winter full moon....

Free with Park Fee

Mesa Public Library: Spring Gardening in Arizona

Mesa Public Library - Main Branch 64 E. First St., Mesa

The spring gardening season is short, but spring is the best time to grow many of our favorite crops.  Learn more about what to plant and how to take advantage...

Free