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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: White Tank – Invasive Species Removal

White Tank Mountain Regional Park 20304 W. White Tank Mountain Rd., Waddell

Meet at Area 4 parking lot. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and characteristics, and how to effectively remove these invasive plants. The initiative is to remove invasive plants as a proactive step toward ecological restoration and to reduce wildfire risk.  To learn more about the Parks Desert Defender Program, click...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bird Meet Up

Usery Mountain Regional Park 3939 N. Usery Pass Rd., Mesa

Join us to start on the back patio of the nature center and observe and identify the various birds at our bird feeders. Then we will venture out on a short walk via a trail to see what else we can identify. Please bring water, binoculars (some are available) and wear close-toed  shoes. No pets...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Be a Citizen Scientist!

Cave Creek Regional Park 37900 E. Cave Creek Pkwy., Cave Creek

Stop by an information table where Ranger Shaun will teach you how to use your phone to identify and document your nature findings to help the scientific community.   Ranger Shaun will host a drop-in information table to get you on your way to becoming a Citizen Scientist using the free iNaturalist app that identifies and...

Free with Park Fee

Mission Garden: Tasting History – Edible “Weeds”

Mission Garden 946 W. Mission Ln., Tucson

In the “Placita” outside Mission Garden’s kitchen FREE and open to the public, for all ages Friday and Saturday, April 11 and 12 Come by any time between 8am-10am both days Tasting History is an interactive, drop-in, family friendly program. Learn more about Tucson through the people and plants that shape our home. This April,...

Free

Tohono Chul: Reptile Ramble

Tohono Chul 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, Tucson

Discover the fascinating world of our scaly neighbors! Learn to identify local reptiles and finally uncover the answer to the age-old question: Why do lizards do push-ups? Get up close with non-venomous snakes, lizards, tortoises, and more in this engaging, hands-on experience! This wildlife experience is perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages.

Free with Admission

Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock

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 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...

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

TGen: Public Tours

TGen Headquarters 445 N. Fifth St., Phoenix

Would you like to view the next generation sequencing technology and biomedical research laboratories where TGen scientists unlock the mysteries of cancer, diabetes, rare and neurological disease? Sign up to schedule a tour with a member of our Education and Outreach team to experience the wonders and promise of biomedical research. TGen welcomes public, senior, school...

Free

The University of Arizona: Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour

The University of Arizona Steward Observatory 933 N. Cherry Ave., Tucson

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 / 27 ft)  telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...

$20 – $25

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Be a Citizen Scientist!

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

Learn about free smartphone apps that can help you identify plants, animals, and more, while helping contribute to science!   Stop by to learn from Ranger Eric about the free iNaturalist and Seek apps you can use to identify any living organism on the planet with your smartphone, while also increasing our knowledge of where they...

Free with Park Fee

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Mysteries of the Unseen World

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

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 small or simply invisible. Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film and live star talk  Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10 Children ages 2 and...

Free – $14

Phoenix Public Library: Harmon Community Garden Planting Event

Phoenix Public Library - Harmon Library 1325 S. 5th Ave., Phoenix

Join Harmon Library and AZ Health Zone as we start a spring garden! We will be adding soil, transplanting seedlings, and planting seeds into our raised garden beds. Families and children of all ages are welcome!

Free

Yavapai County Free Library District: STEAM Workshop

Yavapai County Free Library District - Chino Valley Public Library 1020 W. Palomino Rd., Chino Valley

Join us for our monthly STEAM workshops! Lots of fun and interesting science/tech/engineering/art/math kits and games for kids and teens to explore. Drop by or stay the whole time.

Free

Chandler Public Library: K-12 Afterschool Tutoring Program

Chandler Public Library - Basha Campus 5990 S.Val Vista Dr., Chandler

Dive into the world of learning with Olivia and Jaden! These high school students are available every Friday after school to support your child's academic journey in math (any level) and English (ex, grammar, reading comprehension, spelling, etc.). They offer one-on-one tutoring, homework assistance, and specialized test preparation. Additionally, they provide resources to help your...

Free

Tynkertopia: Take Apart and Peek Inside

Tynkertopia, Inc. 3330 E. Elder Dr., Flagstaff

Join this class to use our workshop tools to disassemble computers, laptops, cell phones, and other electronic devices to discover the fascinating inner workings of technology! In this hands-on experience, students will not only learn about the components and functions of each device but also explore the opportunity to repair and repurpose them, promoting sustainability...

$30.00

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Touring the Solar System

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

Zoom away from planet Earth and take a guided tour through the Solar System! Let's stop by each of the planets and learn why they are unique. On our journey, we will be pointing out interesting facts along the way. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live presentation about planets and space exploration   Planetarium Tickets...

Free – $14

Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory: Hummingbird Banding at Casa de San Pedro B&B

Casa de San Pedro Bed & Breakfast 8933 S. Yell Ln., Hereford

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...

Free

Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter: SkyNights StarGazing Program

Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter 9800 Ski Run Rd. Mt., Lemmon

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...

$62.50 – $88.50

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Evening Nature Hike

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

Learn about wildlife of the Sonoran Desert and easy citizen science you can help with on this late afternoon-evening hike with Ranger Eric.   Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about the diurnal and nocturnal critters of the Sonoran Desert! We will start out in the late afternoon but will be hiking back after...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Sunset Walk

San Tan Mountain Regional Park 6533 W. Phillips Rd., Queen Creek

Join Ranger Nikki for an easy stroll to experience a beautiful sunset, a full moon and amazing desert views.  Join Ranger Nikki on a 2-mile walk on easy terrain among...

Free with Park Fee