Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Desert 101 Hike
Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. This is generally the last time of year to find reptiles...
Free with Park Fee
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Field Sciences
Events for October 27, 2023
Tucson Audubon Society: Las Cienegas/Sonoita “Birds and Brews” Field Trip
Las Cienegas/Sonoita “Birds and Brews”, 7am – 1pm $35/member, $50/non-member Let’s combine a few of our favorite things in one fun field trip! We’ll start with exploring the Las Cienegas...
$35 – $50
Tucson Audubon Society: Oracle State Park Field Trip
Trip difficulty: Moderate, 1-1.5 miles on dirt trail that can be rocky in places with small inclines. Restroom and drinking water available. Bird beautiful Oracle State Park, situated at 4500 ft. elevation which means cooler temperatures and the chance to see some higher elevation species like Woodhouse’s Scrub Jay, Crissal Thrasher, and Canyon Towhee. Walk...
Free with Park Fee
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Facility Tour
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
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Sonoran Desert Geology
Stop by the Cave Creek Nature Center to see Ranger Steve’s display of rocks, crystals, and other neat geological curiosities of the Sonoran Desert! Click program title for more details. Join Ranger Steve in the lobby of the Nature Center for an interactive display of various rocks, gems, and minerals native to our Sonoran Desert....
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Cactus Curiosity
Come learn about cacti of the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix area! Ranger Eric will host this discovery station table at the Estrella 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...
Free with Park Fee
Yavapai County Free Library District: Flora for Hikers – Grand Canyon Treks with a Bird’s Eye View
rizona is the "Grand Canyon State." Have you been there? Have you hiked below the rim? Now is the time! We'll focus on a handful of sites on the South Rim, both primitive and "corridor." This introduction will cover day hikes only with details on slope, water availability and some of the most Grand Views...
Free
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium: Expedition Reef
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...
Free – $12
🎃 Reid Park Zoo: Boo at the Zoo
Dig up your zombies and grab your ghouls! Show off your boo-tiful costumes at Reid Park Zoo for a delightful, not too frightful, family friendly evening at Boo at the...
Free – $14
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Weekend warrior fitness hike
Join Ranger Derik on a 3-mile hike on the Blevins trail and through portions of the Chrismon Wash trail. The trails can be rocky and sandy in places so make sure to wear proper shoes and if you need more stability trekking poles are always a great option. The trailhead has bathrooms and a water...
Free with Park Fee