Please note that for all Wednesday Sweetwater walks in September, we will be leading two walks of 12 participants each, both starting at 6:00 AM. Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 2.5 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available...
Learn about birds of Sonoran Desert riparian areas during this guided hike with Ranger Eric. Click on program title for more details. Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike along the Dragonfly Trail at Spur Cross and adjacent Jewel of the Creek Preserve to look for birds of the Sonoran Desert and riparian habitats. Along...
Believed to be the largest travertine bridge in the world, Tonto Natural Bridge is nature’s finest architectural work. Nestled in a tiny valley surrounded by pine trees, the bridge stands 183-feet high over a 400-foot tunnel. Spend the morning exploring and hiking to the bottom of the bridge to gain a fuller appreciation of its...
Learn about butterflies of Sonoran Desert riparian areas during this guided walk with Ranger Eric. Join Ranger Eric for a guided walk to look for butterflies following the monsoon rainy...
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,...
Learn about our local wildlife, their habitat needs, and why they may be attracted to your yard or neighborhood. Discuss ways to design and manage your property to benefit both you and wildlife, and get practical tips for living in harmony with our fellow desert inhabitants. Presented by Pima County Natural Resources
Join Ranger Eric to learn about native desert plant options for your garden to attract and help pollinators such as hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and other insects. Some free printed resources...
Southeast Pinal County Master Gardeners Community Education group has an exciting Zoom presentation scheduled for 1pm on Wednesday 13 September. Jonathan Horst, Director of Conservation and Research at Tucson Audubon Society, will share the recent history of the hundreds of thousands of saguaro cacti that were lost in the Bighorn and Bush Fires in 2020...
Compare the diverse strategies of these special desert reptiles for movement, defense, and feeding. Discover their unique adaptations to desert life. Presented by Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Recommended for general audiences. Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology...
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, growing food in the desert can be difficult. This program provides advice and tips on how to grow native edibles in your...
Want a happy & healthy pet? Come learn how to provide a healthy and safe lifestyle for your pet including pet CPR and choking & basic first aid treatment. This engaging class is designed to help build your knowledge and hands-on skills. Canine and feline training mannequins will be used during the session. This training...
Birds of a feather flock together as experienced birders enhance their bird identification skills. This class will introduce birders to advanced techniques such as behaviors, calls, and locations to aid in recognizing birds. Ages 18+ Sep 13, 2023 - Sep 27, 2023 Wed 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Explore the desert at night with Ranger Derik as you look for wildlife and take in the beauty of the McDowell Mountains as the sun sets and the stars come out. We will hike a 3-mile section of the Scenic Trail starting at the Pemberton Trailhead. The trail is rated as easy and consists of...