Look for desert and migratory birds with Ranger Eric! Learn about birds of Sonoran Desert and migrant birds on this walk with Ranger Eric in a desert riparian area near the confluence of Morgan City Wash and the Agua Fria River. We will hike on the Beardsley Trail for at least 1 mile, which is...
Come wander the park trails with Ranger Shaun. Take a leisurely stroll through the Hassayampa River Preserve. This walk will take you down a couple different trails in the park. Exact distance may vary based on temperature and group composition but generally comes out around 1- 1.5-miles total. Time varies based on how leisurely the...
Lathe Safety Certification Housekeeping Basic Safety Clothing, shoes, jewelry Chuck Keys (Dos and Don'ts) Operator Panel and settings DRO (Digital Read Out) Introduction Basic operation Come learn the basics of manual lathing and become certified to use the lathes unsupervised. Topics covered include speeds and feeds, materials and lubrication, maintenance and cleaning, and specialty tool...
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 geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
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In today’s world, so much of what we do has become heavily computer based: from communicating with family far away, to shopping online, finding information, and even looking for work. These classes will help prepare you to use computers in your daily life, or as you prepare to enter the workforce. Students must be familiar with...
Join Ranger Shaun for some microscope empowered bug hunting! Let’s see what sort of aquatic critters we can find in the pond! In addition to all the cool things (or...
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 this discovery station table at the Lake Pleasant Discovery Center. Nearby there are live examples of a variety of cacti to see on the trail...
How does geography determine and affect biology? We live in an incredibly beautiful place, but how much do we really know about our Sonoran Desert? Sure, it's hot, but why? Why is it considered one of the most biologically diverse environments on earth? What exactly is a sky island? Let’s look at the big picture. Presented by Franklin...
This immersive experience for kids to learn about the wonders of our Sonoran Desert pollinators includes: a puppet show about pollination and teamwork an insect sing-along two stories about the Sonoran Desert and a build-a-butterfly craft Presented by the Saguaro National Park Education Team
Mill Certification Housekeeping Basic Safety Clothing, shoes, jewelry Types of tools Basic feed and speed (SFM Chip Load Calculation) Operator Panel and settings Basic operation Learn the basics of milling...
Are you new to gardening in Tucson? Gardening in Tucson is much different than in most areas of the United States. Learn how to successfully garden in the unique climate, soil, and native plant types in the Sonoran Desert. Discover why Tucson gardening offers special rewards and special challenges. Gardeners of all experience levels are...
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 /...
This presentation will highlight techniques to enhance dryland vegetation management outcomes that anyone can use to better achieve their goals. Speaker: Dr. Elise S. Gornish (she/her), Cooperative Extension Specialist at University...
Hummingbird banding sessions at Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast are open to members of SABO and guests of the B&B at no charge, though donations are appreciated. Only two (2) parking spaces are available for visitors who are not guests of Casa de San Pedro B&B, and registration is required. Casa de San...
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 Ranger Nikki on a slow-paced, family-friendly stroll through the Pollinator Garden to watch the sunset as birds and insects enjoy the flowers. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an easy walk through the Pollinator Garden, a new feature in the park that provides food and habitat for a variety of desert creatures. We will...
Come out and explore the desert after dark with Ranger Derik and hunt for scorpions. The hike will cover 3 miles round trip as on out and back along sections of the Scenic and Pemberton trails on rolling gravel and sand. Hikers should bring plenty of water with them and come to the hike pre-hydrated....
It's Bug Night at Jewel of the Creek Preserve! We're exploring the desert after dark, with a special focus on our smaller insect friends. Search for moths, scorpions, tarantulas, and other nighttime wildlife as we discover a whole new side to the desert. Jewel of the Creek Preserve is a 1-mile, moderate loop. Please wear...
Join Ranger Olivia on a night hike to search for all things creepy and crawly. We’ll be on the lookout for all kinds of evening-active critters, from skunks to, spiders, snakes, fox, coyote, deer, owls and of course scorpions! Bring flashlights; black UV lights are optional. This will be about a 2-mile out and back...
Join Ranger Nikki on a slow-paced walk to search for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an easy to moderate walk to search for bark, striped-tail and giant hairy scorpions. We will also be on the lookout for nocturnal critters such as scorpions, bats, owls, tarantulas, kangaroo rats, stink bugs...