Meet at the park’s Nature Center. Join us in removing invasive species and reducing wildfire risk in our parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and...
This class is for those that have already taken our basic tomato class or have at least 1 year of gardening experience. In this advanced course, we will dive into...
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along...
Join Marcia OBara for a leisurely birding experience designed for nature lovers with accessibility challenges; wheelchairs, walkers, or other assistive devices are welcome. The pace is slow, distance short, and...
Join our community effort to restore Tanque Verde Creek! We invite people of all ages, diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds, beliefs, and many other diverse communities to participate in restoring...
Are you looking for a one-on-one session to learn how to type, use your new phone, or use Hoopla? Schedule a session to help you get comfortable using a device...
Learn about the species of rattlesnakes that live in the Sonoran Desert. Did you know? – That a rattlesnake can strike a distance of up to two-thirds of their body...
First Saturday of the month, 9-10am At Mission Garden, meet inside the front gate of the garden $10, Spots limited: Register Here Learn about some of the 50 medicinal plants...
The Arizona Worm Farm growing staff will teach the basics of organic tomato growing and give you a gift package to get you started! Topics will include: The Best Time...
Did you know that breathwork is known to reduce stress and anxiety? Come learn more about the benefits and techniques of various types of breathwork, gentle yoga. Mats provided.
$7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 9 a.m. Avian Adventure Tour...
Join Us in Celebrating 60 Wild Years! Reid Park Zoo is marking 60 wild years of connecting people and wildlife with a full year of celebrations and activities to thank...
VIP tour of the Arizona Worm Farm, including our breeding operations, castings production, organic egg production, and food forest. You will learn how we breed thousands of worms, meet our...
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about some of the plants and animals that can be found in the park. Learn about the Sonoran Desert...
The Phoenix Zoo is home to a wide variety of birdlife and is a comfortable location to observe them. Enjoy a nice, leisurely walk around Zoo grounds searching for native...
Learn how to prepare your citrus trees for spring! Pruning is the healthiest way to manage tree size and shape to ensure an accessible harvest. In this class you will...
Unplug and Reconnect with Nature! Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every...
The average Tucsonan uses 80 gallons of water per day from the Central Arizona Project that transports water a long distance from the Colorado River. Join us at the Living Lab, our...
In today’s digital age, understanding how to protect yourself online is more important than ever. This class is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate...
Enjoy an early morning walk to wake yourself up while also watching for birds, lizards, snakes, and small animals with Ranger Olivia. Let’s see what sorts of wildlife we can...
o you have questions about gardening? Come by the Seed Library on the 1st floor of Burton Barr Central Library for Ask a Master Gardener. You'll be able to ask questions and...
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...
The Nature Program is a live reptile exhibit and the perfect opportunity for people of all ages to learn all about Arizona’s wildlife! Our team of passionate, experienced volunteers are...
Gift the gift of blood at the American Red Cross Blood Drive! Appointment times can be found by going to www.redcrossblood.org and selecting the "Donating Blood" option.
Come spend the day at Heatsync labs and make a game that works on the web AND a cool retro handheld device! Agenda: 10:00 pickup device 10:15 quick presentation on...
Master Gardener volunteers from the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension will be available to answer your desert gardening questions, including but not limited to plant selection, irrigation, fertilization, pruning techniques,...
Put on your swimsuit, OdySea Aquarium wetsuit and SeaTREK helmet and get ready to dive in! Our certified guides will take you deep into one of our largest underwater environments...
Where do they come from? Where do they go? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a...
Celebrate the first day of spring with a hands-on gardening adventure at the library! Join us on March 1st as a Glendale Water Services Department’s conservation expert Anne teaches families how...
Interested in learning more about cacti? Learn and ask your cactus questions to Ranger Eric. Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host...
Join Liberty Wildlife at the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot and meet their eagle/raptor ambassadors!
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about some of the plants and animals that can be found in the park. Learn about the Sonoran Desert...
Experience exotic locations and learn about unique flowers and horticulture from distant lands. Discover horticulture, floral design, botanical arts, youth and educational exhibits sponsored by Scottsdale Garden Club and Scottsdale...
A fun, gorgeously animated fulldome show about cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins, this dazzling film reveals how hydrogen and carbon formed in the universe and then brings it all...
Try out our VR headsets! Guess what - they help with spatial awareness. Calling anyone 10 years to 110 years to stop in, try them out, learn about them and...
Go behind the scenes with our Animal Care & Education team an OdySea Aquarium Team Member to learn specifics about sloth behavior, diet, and reproduction, as well as how we...
The Expedition Reef show reveals, in exquisite detail, the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs around the world—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Learn the secrets of...
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in...
LaterLab is a space for Makers to freely design, create and connect! Using the tools, machines and materials already available at CREATE, Makers will have the freedom to build on...
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...
Enjoy all the fun of Night Camp alongside other families! Family camps have a variety of fun activities for all ages, plus pre-set dates and sleeping locations. Now everyone can...
Enjoy all the fun of Night Camp alongside other families! Family camps have a variety of fun activities for all ages, plus pre-set dates and sleeping locations. Now everyone can...
Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours prowl of the Preserve trails to look for nocturnal animals and scorpions! Join Ranger Eric for an after-hours trail walk to look for and...
Our Star Parties are held at one of our public star party sites which have an excellent view of the night sky. Parties begin before sunset so equipment setup may...
Join us at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument for an evening of stargazing under extremely dark skies at a historic location. Few locations in the U.S. have skies this dark!...