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, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Get out early and beat the summer heat! Join a ranger for a short stroll and chat in our cactus garden. Come learn about a variety of topics including the iconic saguaro cactus and other plants of the Sonoran Desert! Meets in front of the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center. Accessible program.
Not got time for the talk later? Come ask your questions now! Meet the critters! See a scorpion before your hike! Ranger Shaun’ll be there! Swing by this morning before the talk and see the critters up close. Get a chance to ask in-depth questions or just start your morning off with an interesting twist....
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior rangers who are able to explore a fossil bed and discover brachiopods, sponges, and other marine creatures preserved here in limestone for millions of years....
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...
The Nature Niños open arts & craft activity opens at 10 am and is available until CMOV closure. This activity is related to the story time book of the day and is nature-focused. The indoor space includes exhibits from the original Oro Valley location: Airways, Peek-a-Boo Place, Farmers Market, Fun Mirrors and the Light Table....
Construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in the Art Studio using recyclables plus a dash of imagination!
Listen along as we read a nature-themed story!
Enjoy koi fish feeding in the Conservatory every morning as aquatic experts share their knowledge about this unique and beautiful species. Meet “Hoover”, and the important role he plays in the pond that takes center stage at Butterfly Wonderland’s Conservatory! FREE WITH ADMISSION
Come by and visit Ranger Kevin to learn about some of the animals native to the Sonoran Desert. Have a picture of a critter, but don’t know what it is? Want to know what you might have seen scurrying across the trail? Drop in on this Discovery Station with Ranger Kevin. There will be objects...
Join Ranger Olivia to meet some of the animal ambassadors that reside at McDowell’s Nature Center! This is a casual drop-in program, that gives you an opportunity to come and meet some of the animals at McDowell such as, snakes, scorpion, tarantula, and even a tortoise! At this program you will get to ask questions,...
This program will feature different activities such as sensory bins, building blocks, and other learning manipulatives. Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm Intended for children 0-5. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free and open to the public.
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...
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or Indigenous people's use of plants and animals. Program duration:...
Join Bookmans this summer for our FREE Summer Kids Events hosted by your favorite community partners and friends! Every Wednesday starting at 1pm and lasting about an hour, these events are sure to be engaging, educational and of course FUN! July 2: Animal Kingdom with Jungle Jill
Join Bookmans this summer for our FREE Summer Kids Events hosted by your favorite community partners and friends! Every Wednesday starting at 1pm and lasting about an hour, these events are sure to be engaging, educational and of course FUN! July 2: LEGO Free Build. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination!