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Scottsdale Public Library: Littlest Scientists

Paiute Neighborhood Center 6535 E. Osborn Rd., Scottsdale

Think like a scientist while engaging in playful exploration. Each week of the program brings new challenges. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration. **Program will be held at the Scottsdale Family Resource Center/Paiute Neighborhood Center, 6535...

Free

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

Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! In the months of May, June, July and September, we are open from 9am until 11am. Our admission is simply donation based - whatever you feel you can give. There are no set programs, but volunteers are...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Saguaros in Bloom

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

Join Ranger Olivia to learn about the beautiful saguaro blooms that are happening right now all around us!   Have you ever wondered about our state flower: the saguaro blossom? This is a casual drop-in program, will have information and live displays of saguaro blossoms, fruit, and seeds. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center No registration required, drop...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Venomous Creatures

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

Animals can be dangerous, no doubt. But does the rattlesnake have a bad attitude or just a bad agent? Are Gila monsters really scary, and if they are what does that actually mean? Ranger Shaun's here to talk about it!   Rattlesnakes. Gila Monsters. Scorpions. Our desert is full of iconic critters with bad reputations all...

Free with Park Fee

Scottsdale Public Library: Littlest Scientists

Paiute Neighborhood Center 6535 E. Osborn Rd., Scottsdale

Think like a scientist while engaging in playful exploration. Each week of the program brings new challenges. **Space is limited, so please see a staff person prior to the start...

Free

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Cactus Corner

McDowell Mountain Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr. MMRP, Fountain Hills

Curious about cacti? Come to Ranger Jacque's table with your questions; find answers, displays, and visual identification tips.    Cactus are curious plants, known for their dangerous defenses and iconic stature in the Sonoran Desert. Yet they are more than survivors of intense heat and drought, providing real estate to desert dwellers, boasting inherent medicinal value,...

Free with Park Fee

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

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Black Holes

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

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...

Free – $14

Willow Bend Environmental Education Center: Downtown Flagstaff Geology Rocks Tour

Discover Downtown Geology with Willow Bend! Join Willow Bend for a guided Downtown Geology Tour—a 45-minute to 1-hour walking exploration inspired by local Flagstaff author Marie Jackson’s Stone Landmarks book. This exclusive experience offers a fresh perspective on downtown Flagstaff, blending natural history, architecture, and local heritage. Learn about the ancient stones used to build...

$15 – $20