Join Ranger Eric for an interpretive hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. This is generally the last time of year to find reptiles...
Trip difficulty: Easy. 1 -1.5 miles on mostly flat surfaces with some uneven terrain. Trip duration approximately 2.5 hours. This bird walk is all about enjoying nature and birds. It’s...
Join the expert archaeologist and historic preservationist and revisit three hundred years of European-Native American contacts and conflicts, from Coronado to Alamo (1540-1850). Location: Fraesfield Trailhead – 13400 E...
Get out with Ranger Derik to a less traveled part of the park and get sweeping views of desert valleys, high mesas, and unique rock formations. Join Ranger Derik on the Bald eagle trail at the far north end of Lake Pleasant at Agua Fria Conservation area. The trail will be 3.5 miles in length...
We encourage our guests to visit the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning to enjoy the flowers, insects, veggies, herbs and more! Free with Admission
Story, craft, and live animal encounter. Included with regular admission; museum members are free!
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,...
Where Learning Gets Wild! You can explore the animal world at the Zoo with your “little critter” through activities based on Arizona’s Early Learning Standards to develop motor, social, and cognitive skills. Each program includes animal ambassador encounters, crafts, and more! Advance registration is required. This Month’s Topic: Animal Superpowers We’ll explore some super, special ways...
Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station table at the McDowell Nature Center. Nearby there are live examples of a variety of cacti to see on the trails next to the center. MEETING LOCATION: Nature Center No registration required. Just drop in anytime between...
Step into the amazing world of owls. Examine bones in owl pellets, learn about silent-flight, and find out if owls really can turn their heads in a full circle! This project is supported by the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State, with federal funds from the Institute...
Join us at MACH1 for Thursday Maker Hour: This month our Maker Focus is Spooky Exploration Do you get a thrill or chill down your spine when you encounter a sticky spider web?...
Are you thinking about starting a garden? Now is the perfect time! Enjoy the beautiful weather and fill your harvest basket with cool-season crops. Learn how in this class hosted by Master Gardener Angela Judd. This program is co-sponsored by Mesa Public Library and Mesa Urban Garden*. *Recently designated as a People's Garden through a USDA grant....
Join Ranger Steve for a roughly 2.5-mile night hike on the easy terrain of the Spur Cross and Metate Trails. We’ll be searching for nocturnal Sonoran Desert wildlife such as...
Set your sights on predators in the sky. Discover Arizona's rambunctious raptors as you learn their importance in the environment. Birdwatchers will identify species such as hawks, their habitats and...