Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Bird Walk
Join experienced birder Joe Ford for a morning bird walk followed by a special presentation! Meet on the south patio of the Nature Center. Program to follow in the Nature...
Free with Park Fee
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Field Sciences
Events for November 25, 2023
Tucson Audubon Society: Introduction to Desert Birds in a Natural Habitat at Isabella Lee Natural Preserve Field Trip
Trip difficulty: Moderate. Walk 2-3 miles primarily on dirt paths that are uneven and sandy in places. Isabella Lee Natural Preserve, at the confluence of Agua Caliente and Tanque Verde washes in northeast Tucson, is a mesquite bosque providing year-round habitat for resident and migrating birds. This trip is intended for those new to birding...
Free
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Discovery Station – Venomous Creatures
It can seem like everything in the desert is bitey, stingy, or pokey. Ranger Shaun is here to talk about which ones are really out to get you and which ones just need better agents. Come on by, have a look at some of the venomous creatures from behind glass, examine some artifacts and learn...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
Bird enthusiasts join a naturalist for a guided walk appropriate for beginner and advanced birders. Most year-round birds are found in the riparian area next to Oak Creek or along the field behind the Visitor Center. The Audubon Society has designated Red Rock State Park as part of the Lower Oak Creek Important Birding Area...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Ranger Kira Guided Hikes – Sunset Vista Trail
Have you ever wondered what the top of Picacho Peak looks like? Well, wonder no more! Join our wonderful Ranger Kira on a hike to the peak. You and a few other hikers will be guided up to the top of the mountain via the Sunset or Hunter trail. Learn more about the mountain and...
Free with Park Fee
Mohave County Library: Dinovember
Free
McDowell Sonoran Conservancy: Desert 101 North Educational Walk at Gateway Trailhead
The Conservancy has a mission to help sustain the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and how the flora and fauna survive and thrive. Location: Brown’s Ranch Trailhead – 30301 Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Skill level: Easy Time: ~2 hours...
Free
Arizona State Parks & Trails: Boat Tour – Avian Adventure Tour
Avian Adventure Tour, 9 am Every Saturday and Sunday $7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791. Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791 Also available 10:15 am
$5 – $7
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. We will hike a 3-mile loop on the Blevins and Cat Peaks Trail, with moderate grade and frequently rocky or uneven ground. Please wear protective clothing and/or sunscreen, wear sturdy footwear, and carry ample water, electrolytes,...
Fre
National Park Service: Museum Demonstration Lab
Chat with paleontologists at work in the Museum Demonstration Lab and peek in the windows to view the fossils they are cleaning and conserving from Petrified Forest National Park. The lab is closed on all federal holidays. From the Painted Desert Visitor Center parking lot at the north end of the park, walk through the central courtyard, through the...
Free with Park Fee
🎄 Butterfly Wonderland: Glistening Gardens with Butterfly Fairy Leslie Campa and Native American flutist Aaron White
November 24 - January 7 This holiday season, step into the enchanting ‘Glistening Gardens’ at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an all-new illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Thousands of lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting....
Free with Admission
National Park Service: The GIANT Cactus (East District)
Saguaro National Park is famous for its gigantic saguaros. Still, you have to know where to look to find a real giant among giants. Join a ranger for a walk along a tree-lined desert wash, and view an awesome example of the Giant Cactus. Hike will be 3/4 mile round trip walk along a flat, sandy...
Free with Park Fee
Reid Park Zoo: Family Behind the Scenes Tour
Journey behind-the-scenes with your family! Find out what it takes to care for over 250 animals every day, why zoos are important, and learn what YOUR Zoo is doing to...
$20 – $25
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk — Verkamp’s Visitor Center
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a 1 hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons, man's impact on nature, how nature inspires writers and poets, rare and endangered species, or American Indian use of plants and animals. Program...
Free with Park Fee
Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Recreation: Tour of Historic Canoa Ranch (#12907)
Join a walking tour of the Canoa Ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. Designed for ages 12 and up.
Free – $5
Maricopa County Library District: Master Gardener Q&A
Enjoy gardening? Do you have garden challenges you’d like to overcome? Need help with your landscape plants? Don't know what to plant or when? Want to start a vegetable garden, but don't know where to start? Join the Maricopa County Master Gardeners Saturdays once per month from 10am-12pm at Georgia Lord library for free home...
Free
Liberty Wildlife: Public Open Hours
Join us to walk around Liberty Wildlife during our public open hours and see us fulfilling our mission! 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...
Free – $10
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Catalina State Park Nature Program
Our Nature Program is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages to learn all about Arizona's diverse wildlife. This is a live reptile exhibit and so much more! On-site experts will be available to answer your questions about these creatures and interpret how they have adapted to survive and thrive in the sunny Sonoran...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Ranger Patio Talk
Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Living with Giants (West District)
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife; when it flowers; its growth patterns; and how it fights for survival against drought, lightning, frost, and other dangers. Wheelchair accessible. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks & Trails: Boat Tour – Lake Discovery Tour
Lake Discovery Tour, 11:30 a.m. Every Saturday and Sunday $7 per adult, $5 per child (13 years and under) Reservations are required! Seating is limited. Please call the park to make your reservation: 520-287-2791
$5 – $7
National Park Service: Ranger’s Choice Program — Grand Canyon Visitor Center
Join us for a surprise program. Topics change daily. Come curious, leave inspired! Program may include a walk to Mather Point or along the Canyon Rim Trail. Program duration: 30 minutes. Presented daily. We all have our favorites - favorite restaurants, favorite music, favorite parks. Join a ranger, or a park volunteer, for a program...
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Birding ‘Big Sit’ (handicapped-accessible)
Join Ranger Eric at the Usery Nature Center to watch birds around the feeders and learn bird identification basics, field guides and apps, and citizen science. Chairs will be available to use and the area we will be is also handicapped accessible. The back windows of the Nature Center give a great view of common...
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
Reid Park Zoo: Family Behind the Scenes Tour
Journey behind-the-scenes with your family! Find out what it takes to care for over 250 animals every day, why zoos are important, and learn what YOUR Zoo is doing to protect wild animals and wild places. The adventure includes visiting the Zoo’s kitchen and health center, a behind the scenes visit with the rhino and...
$20 – $25
Butterfly Wonderland: Stingray & Shark Feedings
Dive into the captivating world of marine life with an educational Aquarist Talk and Live Feeding in the Tropical Waters gallery. Join Sara Donaldson at the Observation Pool as she unveils intriguing insights into venomous round stingrays and introduces guests to Agatha, the horn shark. Enjoy this interactive experience and take home a complimentary horn...
Free with Admission
Yuma County Library System: Nature Frames
Enjoy the day with us as we take a nature walk around the Centennial Heritage Area behind Main Library and find natural items we will then turn into lovely picture frames in our craft room. Ages 6-12. Supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis while they last. Seating is limited in the craft room.
Free
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Prehistoric Cordage
Join Al Cornell and learn about the prehistory of cordage. The program will include a table display of a variety of plant samples and cordage made from them, "Anatomy of Yucca Cordage" display with examples of prehistoric Yucca cordage uses and some samples of cordage from bark, leaf, root, fruit, seed, animal hairs, animal skins,...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Saguaro National Park Play Sonoran Desert Bingo! (West District)
Learn about the plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert while enjoying a rousing version of bingo! Get five in a row - down, across, or diagonally - and win a non-monetary prize! Wheelchair accessible Location: 2700 N. Kinney Rd. Tucson, AZ 85743 Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Geology Talk Ranger Program – Yavapai Geology Museum
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up to...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Garden Walk (East District)
Come join us for a stroll through our ethnobotanical garden where we will discuss some of the fascinating plants found in the Sonoran Desert! From the mighty saguaro cactus to the smallest wildflower, come let your curiosity blossom! Accessible program. Free with Park Fee
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Twilight Glow to Moon Shadows [Moon Hike Series] – West Side
This hike allows you to enjoy the beauty of the changing light as the sun sets and the moon rises. This 3 hour, 2 ½ mile round trip hike follows gentle grades along a trail, a sandy wash and a dirt road. Reservations required, the hike is limited to 18 people. Please visit the Redhills...
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Picacho Peak Ranger Talks
Come on down to the campground amphitheater and listen in on some of our ranger-led talks! Each week is a new topic and a new opportunity to learn about the desert around us. See some slithering snakes, learn about the soaring birds, see some beautiful stars, and learn to hike safely out on our trails....
Free with Park Fee
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Full Moon Hike at Lost Dutchman
This beautiful program is designed to start with a famous Arizona sunset draping gracefully over the Superstition Mountains, and end under the light of the full moon. The 1.5 mile trail features some rocky, rough terrain but with little elevation gain. It is a ranger-guided hike focusing on the aesthetic, while offering opportunities to stop...
$10
National Park Service: Explore the Night (East District)
Take a stroll in the twilight as night-prowling creatures emerge to enjoy the cooler hours after dark. Bats expected! Meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center entrance. Bring water, flashlight and a light jacket. 1mi-1.5mi, 2 hour hike. Please meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center located at 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail. Free with Park...
Free with Park Fee