Look for desert and migratory birds around the lake with Ranger Eric! Learn about birds of Sonoran Desert and migrant water birds on this walk with Ranger Eric. We will...
Ranger Nikki will lead you on a hike to look to observe birds, insects, mammals, and reptiles starting their day and learn about saguaros, cholla, prickly pear and more. The...
Join an interpretive volunteer at the King Canyon Trailhead for a 3-hour/3-mile loop hike. On this hike you will learn about the Hohokam peoples who did the petroglyphs you will...
Join a Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources naturalist to explore the Brown Mountain area at the western edge of Tucson Mountain Park. Hike among Saguaros to get a closer...
This holiday, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an amazing...
Explore a 2-to-3-mile section of the Anza Trail during an easy, level interpretive hike. Learn about the cultural and natural history of the Santa Cruz Valley. Travel on the Juan...
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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
Join us for a guided walk through the Cactus Garden where you’ll explore the fascinating natural history of the Sonoran Desert!
Free with general admission. 10am and 11am tours Discover how plants have adapted to the desert environment with a volunteer docent-led tour. See the Garden’s living collection with plants from...
Come visit the history and culture of the Hohokam desert people who lived here 1,000 years ago. We will also investigate the many mysterious petroglyphs from the past found in Saguaro...
Discover the beauty of Patagonia Lake on a pontoon boat tour. The park volunteers and staff will share about the local habitat, wildlife, and history of the lake. Reservations are...
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!...
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 11 am. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology...
Join Ranger Eric for a moderate hike up to Yavapai Point and back, with spectacular scenery along the way! Join Ranger Eric on a 3.4-mile roundtrip hike up the Yavapai...
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife; when it flowers; its growth patterns; and how it...
Learn about the fascinating life cycle of the saguaro cactus, from tiny and vulnerable seed to many-armed giant and the spiny, flowering, fruiting habitat-providing stages in-between. The class includes a...
Join Ranger Olivia to meet some of the animal ambassadors that reside at White Tank’s Nature Center! This is a casual drop-in program, that gives you an opportunity to come...
Join us for a demonstration of our new VR headsets! Snacks and door prizes. We received this grant through the Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records. Our goal is...
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,...
Join an interpretive volunteer outside near the restrooms for a short walk around the Red Hills Visitor Center to learn about several plants that grow here in the Sonoran Desert and some...
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters /...
Gardening in containers provides many benefits to desert gardeners. Containers reduce back and knee strain, keep critters at bay, and provide beautiful accents in our gardens. This is a basic...
This is not about the University of Arizona’s teams nor is it about your mom’s house cat! Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the four types...
Discover a deeper connection to the Grand Canyon. Join a ranger to dive into the canyon's diverse ecosystems, rich cultural heritage, or ever-changing landscape. Topics change daily. Come curious, leave...
Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a theater presentation about Saguaro National Park’s unique cultural, historical and natural resources. Presentations vary daily depending on the Ranger...
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a...
Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors!
Join Liberty Wildlife and their Animal Ambassadors to learn more about the native wildlife of Arizona. Education Takes Flight, every Friday from October thru April. Location: Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort...
This planetarium show takes you on an extraordinary journey into unseen worlds and hidden dimensions beyond our normal vision to uncover the mysteries of things too fast, too slow, too...
People coming together to create 3d models in Blender and print them! All skill levels welcome. Inclusive. Safe space. No bullying. Sign up to get notices about events you're interested...
Are you looking for a one-on-one session to learn how to type, use your new phone, or use Hoopla? Schedule a 30-minute session to help you get comfortable using a...
Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland at The Valley’s favorite holiday tradition, ZooLights! Get in the holiday spirit as millions of twinkling lights transform the Zoo into a dazzling spectacle,...
Night hiking is an exciting way to experience Catalina State Park’s desert wildlife and dark skies. On a one-mile, guided hike on the Nature Trail, learn about the desert’s nocturnal...
Bring a bestie or make it a date night and embark on a creative journey at Butterfly Brushstrokes. This expertly guided, delightful painting class promises an inspiring experience as each...
Join us this holiday season for our annual “Wildlights and Animal Sights” event here at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary! The holiday light display will be open to the public every Friday...
Thousands of LED lights illuminate the trees and custom-built, oversized structures delight the senses. The light tunnel, dancing cypress trees, traditional punched-tin trees, a brand-new crescent moon, and a dazzling...