Rockin’ River Ranch State Park was recently dedicated in 2024 and lies within the Clear Creek Important Bird Area. The former ranch now provides bountiful habitat - mesquite bosque, grasslands, marsh and...
This is a great Trip to end the Festival on. We will meet near the vans to caravan to our site. After a short drive, we will be in search...
Located in the Tucson Sky Islands Important Bird Area, Catalina State Park is home to 150+ species of birds. Experienced birding guides will help you spot and identify beautiful birds...
One of the many reasons we hold the festival at Dead Horse Ranch State Park is its location in the heart of the Verde River riparian corridor. An easy walk...
Alcantara Winery is almost 90 acres of desert scrub, vineyards and extensive riparian habitat located at the confluence of Oak Creek and the Verde River. Come join us as the...
Homer, as one of our most popular guides, will be helping you to hone your skills of birding by ear while seeking a variety of species. Learning to identify birds...
Water Trip We will be taking tandem kayaks down the Verde River for a different perspective of the riparian habitat. The kayaks and shuttling are provided by the Outdoor Adventure...
What makes the Old Main building so important? It’s the first building on the University of Arizona campus and has been a place of education and learning for over 130...
Join Ranger Nikki on a moderate hike and use your phone to document biodiversity in the park for the City Nature Challenge global Citizen Science competition that runs April 24-27. ...
Meet at the park visitor center for a ranger led talk and demonstration about the importance of weaving in pueblo culture.
Watershed Management Group is proud to be a stop on the third annual Tour of Tucson Homes and Businesses, organized by the Rotary Club of Tucson Verde! We welcome visitors...
Join us for a wild and wonderful celebration of children, animals and Hispanic culture at one of our biggest events! Día del Niño is back featuring a variety of family-friendly...
Part art. Part engineering. Totally amazing! Add a pop of wonder and a pinch of nostalgia to your spring with Sean Kenney’s Nature Pop! Marvel at over 40 wildly creative...
Join geology interpreter John Sutton for a fascinating journey back 1.7 billion years. Learn how powerful geological forces shaped the Verde Valley and laid the foundation for Jerome's rugged landscape...
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...
Experience a piece of Arizona history. Get an opportunity to explore the Pendley Homestead Apple Packing Shed. A ranger will be available to answer any questions about the homestead's history....
Sit back and relax for this popular live show as one of our Console Captains guides you through the night sky from a Tucson perspective, pointing out stars, planets, constellations,...
Learning more about the native plants and trees here in the Sedona area is a great way to enhance any hike. Our volunteer guides explain how plant life is interconnected...
The Arizona Important Bird Areas program is launching a streamlined survey protocol utilizing eBird. The surveys will be stationary, 10 minute counts where all birds seen and heard are added...
The US National Park system is a point of national pride and envied throughout the world. It’s history and development is an interesting story, enhanced by the work of two United...
Mysteries of the Unseen World reveals the hidden wonders all around us—too fast, too slow, or too small for the naked eye. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science uncover a mind-blowing...
Laser cutters are awesome tools and HeatSync Labs is a place where you can laser cut cool projects. This is the class for anyone wanting to learn to use the...
Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way...
This trip is intended for beginning birds or Tucson visitors. We’ll move at a slow pace, practicing identifying birds by shape, sound, color, and behavior. Fort Lowell Park features diverse...
This special event will offer local culinary delicacies, craft libations, and up-close visits with some famous animal residents. Browse the unique array of silent auction items, bid on premium live...
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...