Join Ranger Eric for a guided bird walk to look and listen for resident and migrant species within the diverse desert riparian habitat of the Hassayampa River Preserve. Along the way,...
Stop by the San Tan Nature Center to learn about their captive animal ambassadors, including snakes and lizards, during this drop-in education session hosted by Ranger Nikki. Stop by the Nature Center anytime between 10:00 and 11:00am to visit with Ranger Nikki and learn about San Tan’s permitted animal ambassadors. Meet Wally the Chuckwalla, Cleo...
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...
Arizona is not known for spectacular displays of fall colors. However, hikers can enjoy several sites in Arizona where beautiful displays of fall colors can dazzle and delight without spending...
Join Ranger Steve in the Lake Pleasant Discovery Center for an interactive display of venomous animals and a discussion of their vital role in our ecosystem, “busting” myths about their...
Outdoor drawing and painting--focused on observing the natural world around us. Flagstaff Open Spaces has art supplies and easels available for free. Participants will be encouraged to enter their artwork to be displayed for First Friday Art Walk on 10/6/2023, and visitors at First Friday will vote for their favorite artwork in each age category....
Join Ranger Nikki on an easy walk to enjoy a beautiful desert sunset. Ranger Nikki will lead you on an easy walk along the park’s Service Road to enjoy the sunset and watch silhouettes of cacti and trees appear along the way. This is an out-and-back walk that covers approximately two miles roundtrip on flat...
Get creative! Spend an evening at Butterfly Wonderland with friends or a significant other at Butterfly Wonderland and learn to paint a beautiful butterfly masterpiece in this fun and interactive...
Preceding the W. L. Gore & Associates Keynote Presentation, this performance—inspired by de-extinction science and the work of keynote speaker Beth Shapiro, Ph.D.—will feature waltzing mammoths and pirouetting black-footed ferrets....
The 2023 Keynote Presentation features Dr. Beth Shapiro, a pioneer and global leader in the high-profile field of ancient DNA, will share her expertise on the science of de-extinction. Dr. Shapiro is a Rhodes Scholar, Macarthur "genius" and National Geographic Explorer. She is Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at UC Santa Cruz, Director of...
Our Scorpion walks are an opportunity to learn about native scorpions in their desert home. We will likely encounter several species of scorpion and have an opportunity to watch them exploring and hunting. Park Rangers will lead and assist with finding the scorpions. The hike is for nature appreciation and education. We will be...
Another exciting episode of Ranger Shaun’s BUG THEATER! Returning to the Area 3 Ramadas, the allure of the stage! Bug Theater is back, join Ranger Shaun once again for a trip to the world of the tiny and mighty. Bring your magnifying glasses and come on down for another night of insect capture and ID!...