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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Estrella – Invasive Species Removal

Estrella Mountain Regional Park 14805 W. Vineyard Ave., Goodyear

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and characteristics, and how to remove these invasive plants effectively.  Meet at the Nature Center. The goal is to remove invasive plants as a proactive...

Free with Park Fee

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Hassayampa – Invasive Species Removal

Hassayampa River Preserve 49614 U.S. Hwy. 60 89, Wickenburg

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks. Participants will learn to identify several invasive species, their phenology and characteristics, and how to remove these invasive plants effectively.  Meet at the Nature Center. The goal is to remove invasive plants as a proactive...

Free with Park Fee

Arizona State University: ASU Farm Volunteer Day

Maya's Farm 6650 S. 32nd St., Phoenix

ASU Farm is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community, cultivating character through sustainable practices, and educating students as whole people. We strive to reconnect people to the land, deepen our understanding of our interdependency with the natural world, and strengthen ecological relations. Our mission is to heal and enrich our relationships with each other and the environment,...

Free

Arizona State University: Resilience in Conservation Retreat – Mindfulness and renewal for conservation professionals

Sedona Mago Center for Well-being and Retreat 3500 Bill Gray Rd., Sedona

Dates: Saturday, February 28, 2026 - Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Location:Sedona Mago Retreat Center, Sedona, Arizona Enter your email address and click "Continue" at the bottom of the page to begin your registration.  About the retreat Why attend?  Confronting biodiversity loss and climate change on a daily basis can lead to burnout, despair, and a sense of...

$1009 – $1172

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike – Morning Session

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek

Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about some of the flowers, shrubs and trees that are found in the Park. It is also National Invasive Species Awareness Week, so you can learn about the County Parks’ focus on improving native biodiversity and ecosystem health by dealing with problematic invaders.    ...

Free with Park Fee

Mesa Public Library: Making and Playing Simple Percussion Instruments

Mesa Public Library - Gateway Branch 5036 S. Eastmark Pkwy., Mesa

Budding percussionists of all ages will learn how to make and play simple percussion instruments from wood and items found around the home. Duane and Maureen Roen will show some percussion instruments they have built, then help class participants make simple instruments using everyday objects. Duane and Maureen will provide materials for making simple percussion...

Free

Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

October through April we are open to the public from 10am until 1pm. Our admission is $10 per adult (18+) and $5 per student (under 18). Children 4 and under are free. We will have daily programs and presentations that will be advertised in the lobby upon your arrival for a different experience each visit.

Free – $10

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: NUsery Mountain Open House and Community Resource Fair

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

Join Park Staff and Volunteers at the Usery Mountain Regional Park Nature Center for an Open House! Usery Mountain Regional Park is hosting an open house and community resource fair on 2/28/26 from 10am - 2pm! Come to the park's Nature Center for a chance to meet the park staff, supervisor and community volunteers. Meet...

Free with Park Fee

City of Avondale: Tres Rios Nature Festival

Tres Rios Base and Meridian Wildlife Area 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr., Avondale

Nature lovers, rejoice! This festival showcases the plants, animals, sustainability, and ecological relationships of our local nature area. Between guided bird tours, beautiful eco-crafts, and endless discoveries to be made about Southwest wildlife, there is something for everyone to enjoy in Arizona's beautiful spring season. DATE: February 28 & March 1, 2026 TIME: 10 AM - 3 PM (Both Days) LOCATION:...

Free

Liberty Wildlife: GUIDED TOUR of Liberty Wildlife

Liberty Wildlife 2600 E. Elwood St., Phoenix

Sign up for a Guided Tour before our flight and eagle show: https://libertywildlife.org/about-us/plan-your-visit/ Space for 15 people Cost $15 per person paid onsite via cash, check or card

$15

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike – Afternoon Session

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek

Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about some of the flowers, shrubs and trees that are found in the Park. It is also National Invasive Species Awareness Week, so you can learn about the County Parks’ focus on improving native biodiversity and ecosystem health by dealing with problematic invaders.    ...

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, 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...

Free – $25